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Final Chance to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026

This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.

Previews for NAATCO'S Henry VI to Start Next Week at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026

The Public Theater will begin previews for NAATCO’s production of Henry VI: A Trilogy in Two Parts. The production, adapted and directed by Stephen Brown-Fried, will begin performances in The Public’s Newman Theater in June.

Video: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Cast Performs 'Time Warp' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2026

Watch the cast of Broadway's The Rocky Horror Show perform the fan-favorite 'Time Warp' from the nine-time Tony-nominated production on Good Morning America.

Final Week to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards; THE LOST BOYS Leads Best New Musical
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026

There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.

Photos: Gabi Campo, King Princess and More in GIRL, INTERRUPTED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026

You can now get a first look at Girl, Interuppted, now playing Off-Broadway at The Public Theater. Get a first look at production photos of the cast in action!

Video: Stephanie Hsu Received Susan Sarandon's Blessing for ROCKY HORROR Role
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026

Stephanie Hsu is taking on one of musical theater's most iconic roles in the hit Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show. During a visit to TODAY, she also shared that she received a 'soft, little blessing' from perhaps the most famous Janet of all, Susan Sarandon. Watch her morning show appearance now.

Cole Escola Will Make West End Debut in OH, MARY!; Booking Extended
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Cole Escola will reprise their Tony Award-winning role as Mary Todd Lincoln in a limited West End run of OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre, as the Olivier Award-winning production extends booking into early 2027.

How to See THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Performance on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2026

Cast members from The Rocky Horror Show will take a strange journey to Good Morning America next week for a performance from the Tony-nominated production.

First Standings Revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - May 22, 2026

The first standings have been revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large.

BATTERY DANCE FESTIVAL to Return to Wagner Park for Free Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026

Battery Dance will present its 45th Annual Festival at Wagner Park, featuring a week of free nightly performances, community workshops, and a one-night commemorative show marking the U.S. semi-quincentennial.

Video: Luke Evans Prepares for Opening Night of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026

A new episode of Stagebound has debuted, spotlighting Tony-nominated performer Luke Evans, who currently stars as Frank-N-Furter in Broadway's The Rocky Horror Show. Watch the episode, following Evans on his journey to opening night.

70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026

The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.

OH, MARY! Will Bring Limited Las Vegas Run to The Smith Center
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning comedy OH, MARY!, written and performed by Cole Escola, will present a limited eight-show engagement at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas. Tickets start at $55.

Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2026 Nominated Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - May 9, 2026

The results of the 2026 Tony races are very much still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been Tony-tested before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!

THE LOST BOYS Costume Designer Ryan Park Explains How He Created the Show’s 80s Vampire Style
by Emma Forgione - May 8, 2026

In Broadway’s biggest spectacle this season, 80’s punk fashion is back and completely taking over the Santa Carla boardwalk. In The Lost Boys, everywhere you look, you can catch mohawks, mullets, studded leather jackets, neon corsets, high-waisted swimsuit bottoms, electric guitars, and of course, blood-soaked fangs. 

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for NAATCO's HENRY VI: A Trilogy in Two Parts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026

You can now get a first look inside the rehearsal room for NAATCO's Henry Vi: A Trilogy in Two Parts. The cast features The cast of HENRY VI includes Tommy Bo, Rajesh Bose and more.

2026 Tony Nominations - Show by Show
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026

The nominations are in! Below, check out how each show fared individually in a full list of nominations by show. Follow us on BroadwayWorld throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!

2026 Tony Nominations: THE LOST BOYS and SCHMIGADOON! Lead with 12 Each
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld's official Tony Awards coverage is here! Check out the 2026 Tony nominees here and follow us throughout the season for exclusive nominee interviews, special coverage and lots more!

Video: Luke Evans and THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Cast Perform 'Sweet Transvestite' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Luke Evans and the cast of Sam Pinkleton's revival of The Rocky Horror Show made their late-night performance debut on The Tonight Show performing 'Sweet Transvestite.' Check out the video here!

Review: FILMS IN CONCERT: THE LORD OF THE RINGS TRILOGY, Royal Albert Hall
by Cindy Marcolina - May 4, 2026

It takes just under ten hours to appreciate J. R. R. Tolkien’s masterpiece if you watch Peter Jackson’s epic trilogy one film after the other. For many fans, it’s a yearly occurrence to gather with friends to re-watch Frodo and his band of brothers fighting evil to save the Shire. This year you can do things differently. The Royal Albert Hall rings in the 25th anniversary of The Fellowship of the Ring with a celebration of their own, showing Jackson’s magna opera in its entirety, accompanied by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Philharmonic Choir, and the Trinity Boys Choir. As far as movie marathons go, you can’t beat the glamour of attending one of the most iconic franchises backed by a live orchestra in a magnificent setting like the Hall.