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HADESTOWN: THE MUSICAL Film to Hold World Premiere at Tribeca Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

Ahead of its theatrical release, the West End filmed capture of Hadestown will hold its world premiere at New York's Tribeca Festival, taking place June 3-14, 2026.

THE PITT on Stage: A Guide to the Theater Stars in the Hit Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

With the Season 2 finale of The Pitt almost here, we have rounded up some of the stage stars who have made regular appearances on the hit series during its first two seasons.

I'M NOT BEING FUNNY Extends Run at Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

Piers Black's play I'M NOT BEING FUNNY, about young parents facing a cancer diagnosis who turn to stand-up comedy, has extended its run at Bush Theatre due to box-office demand before transferring to Bristol Old Vic.

Toby Jones and David Harewood-Led OTHELLO Will Stream on Marquee TV
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

David Harewood, Caitlin Fitzgerald, and Toby Jones’ new production of Othello will stream exclusively in the UK, US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and South Korea on Marquee TV.

Photos: ALLEGRA Begins Rehearsals Ahead Of UK Tour Starring Dame Maureen Lipman
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026

Rehearsals have begun for the world premiere of ALLEGRA, a new comedy by Peter Quilter, starring Maureen Lipman in the title role. The production is directed and choreographed by Stephen Mear. See photos of the cast in action below.

BLUE/ORANGE Will Be Performed at the OSO Arts Centre This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

The Olivier award-winning play Blue/Orange by Joe Penhall, first performed in 2000 is coming to the professional Fringe theatre located in the heart of Barnes village in South-West London.

INTO THE WOODS Will Transfer to the West End from the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

Marking the first West End transfer for The Bridge, the multi-award-winning production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Into The Woods will run in the West End this Autumn.

Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods Will Lead CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

New casting has been announced for the West End production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB. West End star and Olivier Award nominee Jamie Muscato will play Emcee and Tony and Grammy Award nominated Broadway star Joy Woods will play Sally Bowles.

Photos: STAND & DELIVER: THE LEE JEANS SIT-IN in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

All new photos have been released from inside the rehearsal room for the new play Stand & Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!

Photos: PARTY SEASON World Premiere And National Tour- First Look
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026

Production photos have been released for the world premiere and national tour of Party Season ahead of its opening night at Royal & Derngate, Northampton. 

Photos: Stuart Thompson and Poppy Gilbert in FLYBY at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos of FLYBY, the new musical by Theo Jamieson, directed and co-created by Adam Lenson at Southwark Playhouse Borough.

INTER ALIA, Starring Rosamund Pike, Will Arrive on Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Suzie Miller’s new play, Inter Alia, will be coming to Broadway this Fall for a strictly limited engagement, starring Rosamund Pike. We have all of the details here!

National Theatre Launches Free Exhibition Showcasing Young People Exploring Stage Design
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

The National Theatre opened a free exhibition, An Introduction to Stage Design, in its Wolfson Gallery on April 7, featuring work by 13 young people aged 16-19 inspired by a stage adaptation of Lord of the Flies.

Review: THE WIZ at The National Theatre
by Itai Yasur - Apr 9, 2026

A tremendous cast breathes new life into this Broadway classic. See what our critic had to say.

Interview: Theatre Life with Phoenix Assata LaFreniere
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 8, 2026

Today’s subject Phoenix Assata LaFreniere is currently living her theatre life on tour playing Dorothy in The Wiz. The show is currently in town at the National Theatre through April 12th.

Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 8, 2026

Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.

Review Roundup: Suzie Miller's INTER ALIA Transfers to The West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 8, 2026

Jessica Parks is a maverick London Crown Court Judge; sharp, compassionate, and determined to change a system she knows isn’t always just. But her career exists inter alia (‘among other things’) as she balances motherhood, friendship and the elusive notion of ‘having it all’. So, when an unthinkable event rocks her finely tuned life, can she hold her family together – or will everything fall apart? Rosamund Pike returns to Suzie Miller's explosive second play-what did the critics think?

THE GRUFFALO Will Come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Tall Stories' musical adaptation of THE GRUFFALO, celebrating its 25th anniversary, will run at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre on May 8, 9, and 10, with multiple performances across the three days.

PADDINGTON, EVITA, INTO THE WOODS, and More Will Perform at the Olivier Awards 2026
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

Final details of the ceremony - including presenters and performances - have been announced ahead of the Olivier Awards 2026 with Cunard, taking place this Sunday 12 April.

Simon Russell Beale Will Return to the Barbican To Narrate Greg Doran’s VENUS & ADONIS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

Simon Russell Beale will return to the Barbican to narrate Greg Doran's production of Shakespeare's great poem Venus & Adonis, animated by a team of world-class puppeteers.