Review: THE BRIEF WONDROUS LIFE OF OSCAR WAO at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg
- Mar 3, 2026
THE BRIEF WONDROUS LIFE OF OSCAR WAO is a lopsided stage adaptation of Junot Díaz’s 2007 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. While the first act is tight and focuses squarely on the budding relationship between ultra-nerd Oscar Wao and his freshman year college roommate Yunior, the second act incorporates almost all the other key plot points from Díaz’s text. As a result, the first half is a charming and sweet “bromance,” but the second half of this English language premiere (the production was originally produced in Spanish at Repertorio NYC) is sprawling, overlong, and not that engaging. There’s simply no reason this adaptation needed to be almost three hours.
Holiday Shows In NYC: A Complete 2025 Guide
by Sidney Paterra
- Dec 7, 2025
It's Christmastime in the city and with all of the holiday hustle and bustle comes a whole bunch of yuletide cheer at the theater! Check out a complete list of where you can find holiday entertainment in New York City in 2025!
2026 New Stages Festival Lineup Revealed at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Dec 1, 2025
New plays will ring in the new year at The Goodman when the popular annual New Stages Festival returns. This year’s line-up features the newest works by some of the country’s hottest playwrights.
Casa Mañana Launches 2025"26 Broadway Season with WEST SIDE STORY
by A.A. Cristi
- Oct 21, 2025
Casa Mañana opens its 2025–26 Broadway Season with WEST SIDE STORY, running November 1–9 in Fort Worth. Directed and choreographed by Parker Esse, the production stars Alex Benoit, Addie Morales, Gaby Albo, Yurel Echezarreta, and RJ Higton.
Review: RAVE ON: The Undying Appeal of Buddy Holly
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold
- Oct 6, 2025
In recent years Maine State Music Theatre has presented THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY on two occasions – both to sold out houses. The undying appeal of the rock ‘n’ roll pioneer’s rags to riches story and his tragic early death captivate audiences, but it is without question the series of blockbuster musical hits that form the score which makes THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY irresistible.
And so MSMT, for its final concert tribute concert at the Donald M. Gay auditorium in Auburn, has assembled a tribute to Holly and his two foremost colleagues: the Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens. RAVE ON will remind audiences of the thrill of the mega mix that closes THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY – only, in this case, the delight continues over two hours with music that defined early rock ‘n’ roll.
WRITE OUT LOUD and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Sep 12, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including WRITE OUT LOUD, FEAT. TAYLOR IMAN JONES, JULIA KNITEL, plus more. See the full lineup here!
Derek Klena Joins AMERICAN IDIOT Anniversary Concert
by Nicole Rosky
- Sep 8, 2025
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, an all-star lineup of performers will appear at 54 Below to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the iconic Green Day album, American Idiot, and the subsequent Broadway musical. We have all of the details!
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Aug 29, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.
|
|