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If anyone still thought Terence Rattigan a staid drawing room playwright, his 1963 play Man and Boy ought to put an end to that. Anthony Lau’s version doesn’t always elevate the source material to its full potential, but it presents a case for giving the text another look.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 9, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

The National Theatre just released production images for Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau’s (The Crucible) National Theatre debut. 

The National Theatre will soon present Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau’s National Theatre debut. Watch a sneak peek from inside rehearsals in this video.

You can now get a first look at rehearsal photos of The National Theatre's Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau’s (The Crucible) National Theatre debut.

The National Theatre has announced full casting for Man and Boy,  Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau's (The Crucible) National Theatre debut.

The National Theatre has revealed further information about productions in 2026. The season will feature the New York transfer of Hamlet, and more! See the full season here.

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!

Theatre Royal Bath Productions has confirmed full casting for John Patrick Shanley’s drama DOUBT a parable at Theatre Royal Bath’s Ustinov Studio. Learn more about the cast here!

Audible has released Alive and Well Enough Continues, the second season of the acclaimed Audible Original from actor Jeff Daniels. This new season is a continuation of the audio-only memoir, mixing storytelling, original music, and performance.

Experience the global phenomenon as JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR arrives in Australia. Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience with this iconic musical.

AMC Networks debuted the first extended trailer for season two of the critically acclaimed series Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. The series stars Jacob Anderson, along with Sam Reid, Eric Bogosian, Assad Zaman, Delainey Hayles and Ben Daniels. Watch the video trailer now!

AMC Networks debuted an all-new teaser for season two of Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, starring Jacob Anderson, during Sunday's premiere of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. AMC also released a sneak peek clip of the upcoming new season, featuring stars Anderson and Delainey Hayles. Watch the videos now!

Apple TV+ renews epic sci-fi saga 'Foundation' for season three, expanding the acclaimed adaptation of Isaac Asimov's stories. In addition to Lee Pace and Jared Harris, “Foundation” stars Lou Llobell, Leah Harvey, Laura Birn, Cassian Bilton, Terrence Mann, Isabella Laughland, Kulvinder Ghir, Ella-Rae Smith, Holt McCallany, Rachel House, and more.

Mary Setrakian, master voice teacher and vocal coach to the stars, has released her debut book SING: FIND YOUR TRUE VOICE, with a foreword by Sierra Boggess, Olivier-nominated actress and Broadway leading lady.

Season two of “Foundation” also stars returning cast members Terrence Mann, Laura Birn, and Cassian Bilton and introduces new characters and stars, including Isabella Laughland (‘Brother Constant’), Kulvinder Ghir (‘Poly Verisof’), Ella-Rae Smith (‘Queen Sareth of Cloud Dominion'), Holt McCallany (‘Warden Jaegger Fount’), and more. Watch the video!

Based on Isaac Asimov’s award-winning stories, and featuring an international cast led by Emmy-nominated actors Jared Harris and Lee Pace, alongside rising stars Lou Llobell and Leah Harvey, the 10-episode second season of “Foundation” will debut globally on Apple TV+. Watch the video teaser trailer now!

Show Of The Week: Tickets from £25 for Medea @sohoplace 'A blazing Sophie Okonedo makes this spartan production a must-see' Evening Standard

Sophie Okonedo adds flavour to a strong but otherwise vanilla production of Euripides' tragedy.

What could turn a woman from a lover into a destroyer of love?