August Wilson News

Before you go see Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway, buy some merch from the new production! The play is offering a variety of apparel, a mug, tote bag, journal, hat, magnet, and more.

You can now see photos of the cast of Fences at The Old Globe, in exclusive first look on BroadwayWorld. The production is now running on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage at The Old Globe Theatre.

Alley Theatre has released rehearsal footage of August Wilson's Fences, the Tony Award-winning drama now playing through May 10, 2026 at the Hubbard Theatre in Houston, Texas.

MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM is a well-acted, slow-burn character study. August Wilson’s 1982 play centers on a fictitious 1927 Chicago album recording, as the musicians gather and wait for the notorious Ma Rainey (or Madam Rainey, as she demands they call her) to record her latest album. Ma Rainey has some dramatic tendencies — she’s an hour late to her own recording session and then comes in with a whirl of demands and suggestions for the session. 

Portland Playhouse will present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, with opening night set for May 2nd. The production features a cast of Portland musical theatre performers in a show suited for both children and adults.

Musicals and plays based on movies? Many. Based on books? Also plentiful. Based on true stories? Of course. But musicals and plays based on or inspired by magazine articles? These are a rare breed. One recently opened on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre.

Court Theatre has unveiled its 72nd season. The 2026/27 season will feature the American premiere of Winsome Pinnock’s Tituba, set in colonial Salem against the backdrop of the infamous witch trials, and more.

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks for Spring 2026 in Dallas!

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top Chicago picks for Spring 2026!

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will perform four works April 10-12 at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, featuring a world premiere, a Pittsburgh premiere, and returning audience favorites.

It's the summer of 1972 again at the August Wilson Theatre, where audiences are being transported back in time with Dog Day Afternoon. Starring Emmy Award Winners and stars of The Bear, Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Watch in the video as the whole company celebrates opening night!

August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone is now in previews at Barrymore Theatre, where it is now set to play through Sunday, July 26. Check out photos from inside the first preview performance here.

Dog Day Afternoon has officially arrived on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre, starring Emmy Award Winners Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. See photos of the company on the red carpet here!

In just a matter of weeks, August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone officially returns to Broadway when it opens at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on April 25. Watch in this video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric “The Entertainer” took their first bows on Broadway in August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone at the Barrymore Theatre. The Debbie Allen-directed production is now in previews. Watch the video!

Dog Day Afternoon officially opened on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre on March 30. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!

Dog Day Afternoon has officially arrived on Broadway at the August Wilson Theatre. Starring Emmy Award Winners Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, the new play is written by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. Check out what the critics are saying about the new play...

August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone has been extended for a second and final time. You can now get a first look at the cast in costume on the stage of the Barrymore Theatre.

Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.

ROUND HOUSE THEATRE announced its 50th anniversary season, featuring a lineup of programming and celebratory events. The theatre will also debut a refreshed visual identity as part of the milestone.