Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from February 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Arena Stage News
Washington, DC Regional Theatres Release Statement on Washington Post’s Arts & Culture Staff Cuts
Theatre Washington has released a statment, commenting on the recent cuts to The Washington Post arts team.
Arena Stage Welcomes Darren Johnston as Associate Artistic Director
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has named Darren Edward Johnston as Associate Artistic Director of Commercial Strategy and Partnership.
Interview: Theatre Life with Kara-Tameika Watkins
Today’s subject Kara-Tameika Watkins is currently living her theatre onstage at Olney Theatre Center in the World Premiere Musical Little Miss Perfect.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 26, 2026- DEATH BECOMES HER and SIX Welcome New Leads and More
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 26, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
South Coast Repertory to Showcase New Talent at 2026 Pacific Playwrights Festival
South Coast Repertory has revealed the lineup for the 28th Pacific Playwrights Festival, anchored by two world premieres of fully staged productions.
Holli' Gabrielle Conway, Jade Milan and Stoney B. Woods to Star in CRAZYSEXYCOOL – The TLC Musical
The principal cast has been revealed for CrazySexyCool – The TLC Musical at Arena Stage.
10 Indigenous Writers Receive #MMIWR Readings At 21 Companies
On May 5, over 10 Indigenous writers will be featured in readings across 21 companies in 11 cities, marking a significant event in Native American theater.
Pioneer Theatre Company Will Present Utah Professional Premiere Of KING JAMES
Pioneer Theatre Company (PTC), the professional theatre company in residence at the University of Utah, will present the Utah professional premiere of KING JAMES in the Meldrum Theatre at Einar Nielsen Field House from March 20–April 4, 2026.
BWW Q&A: Kevin Cahoon Talks CHEZ JOEY at Arena Stage
Chez Joey is now running at Arena Stage.
Aléna Watters, Ethan Peterson and More to Star in NEXT TO NORMAL at Denver Center Theatre Company
The Denver Center Theatre Company has revealed the full cast and creative team for the Tony Award-winning rock musical, Next to Normal, with music by Tom Kitt and Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey.
Rob McClure, National Tours of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and SOME LIKE IT HOT Among 2026 Helen Hayes Award Nominees
The 2026 Helen Hayes Award nominations have been announced, recognizing outstanding achievement in Washington-area professional theatre.
Gus Birney and More Will Lead the Cast of SEAGULL: TRUE STORY Off-Broadway
The full cast has been announced for SEAGULL: TRUE STORY, which will begin performances off-Broadway next month.
Arena Stage Honors Chairman Phil Mendelson With The American Voice Award
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to District of Columbia City Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, as part of the Opening Night celebration for Chez Joey.
Corbin Bleu and John Behlmann Will Join THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway
Film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu will join the Broadway company as Nick Carraway after playing the role in the West End production last year.
Arena Stage Marks 75th Anniversary with New Play Festival in 2026
Arena Stage will present a New Play Festival from February 27 to March 1, 2026, featuring works by notable playwrights to celebrate its 75th anniversary.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 18, 2026- STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Welcomes Teen Critics and More
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On CHEZ JOEY at Arena Stage
Chez Joey is now running at Arena Stage through March 15th, 2026.
Photos: Myles Frost & More in CHEZ JOEY at Arena Stage
See Myles Frost and a star-studded cast bring CHEZ JOEY to life at Arena Stage, featuring reimagined Rodgers & Hart classics.
Review: CHEZ JOEY at Arena Stage
An embarrassment of theatrical riches, bordering on sensory, stimulating overload, is on display in an exceptionally bold and satisfying reimagining of the very influential musical Pal Joey—now reconceived as Chez Joey.
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