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Broadway's OTHELLO and More Win 2025 New York Shakespeare Awards

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 18, 2026

The New York Shakespeare Awards has officially unveiled its list of winners for 2025, marking the sixth year of celebrating the most impactful contributions to the Bard's legacy.

Manhattan School Of Music Appoints Or Matias As Dean Of Musical Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 17, 2026

Manhattan School of Music has appointed Obie Award-winning composer, music supervisor, orchestrator, pianist, and educator Or Matias as Dean of the School’s Musical Theatre division.

Meet the Cast of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL, Now Playing on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — March 18, 2026

Performances are now underway for CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre ahead of a Wednesday, April 7 opening night.

Educational Theatre Foundation Welcomes Two Theatre Leaders To Board Of Trustees

by Stephi Wild — March 13, 2026

The Educational Theatre Foundation has announced the appointment of two nationally respected theatre leaders to its Board of Trustees.

Interview: Alessandro Cococcia of THE LOOM SESSIONS at Literaturhaus Cafe Hamburg

by Martin Ganeider — March 12, 2026

And this time with Bram Tahamata, who just finished starring as May in the Hit-Musical &Juliet in Hamburg.

Barbra Streisand To Receive Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival

by Josh Sharpe — March 11, 2026

Entertainment icon Barbra Streisand will receive an honorary Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival this May in recognition of her body of work.

Cynthia Erivo Wins NAACP Image Award for WICKED: FOR GOOD - Full List of Winners

by Josh Sharpe — March 2, 2026

Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Colman Domingo, Angela Bassett, and more took home awards this past weekend at the 57th NAACP Image Awards.

Chanticleer Shakespeare Co. Unveils Cast for THE TEMPEST in Fresno

by A.A. Cristi — February 26, 2026

Chanticleer Shakespeare Company has announced casting for its upcoming production of The Tempest, directed by Artistic Director Blake Ellis, running April 24 through May 3 at the Historic Warnors Theatre.

Meet the Cast of DOG DAY AFTERNOON, Now Playing on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — March 10, 2026

Performances are now underway for Dog Day Afternoon, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis.

Woodie King Jr. to Be Honored With Special Tribute at The Barrymore Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 25, 2026

The life and legacy of Woodie King Jr.

Zay Harding and More to Star in THE ROPE AND THE CROSS at Jamaica Performing Arts Center

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 12, 2026

Zay Harding, known for 'The Visioneers With Zay Harding' on CBS, will make his NY stage debut in 'The Rope and The Cross' alongside Oliver Samuels on April 5 at JPAC.

Museum of Broadway to Feature Costume Exhibit for Black History Month

by A.A. Cristi — February 4, 2026

The Museum of Broadway has announced a redesign of its permanent costume exhibit will exclusively feature costumes worn by iconic Black performers in celebration of Black History Month.

Woodie King, Jr., Founder of New Federal Theatre, Passes Away at 88

by Gillian Blum — January 31, 2026

Producer, director, and New Federal Theatre founder Woodie King Jr.

Full Cast Set For Broadway Transfer of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL

by Stephi Wild — January 26, 2026

Complete casting has been announced for CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) coming to Broadway this Spring.

DOG DAY AFTERNOON Adds John Ortiz, Jessica Hecht, and Spencer Garrett To Cast

by A.A. Cristi — January 21, 2026

Drama Desk Award nominee John Ortiz (Jesus Hopped the A Train), three-time Tony Award nominee Jessica Hecht (Eureka Day) and SAG Award nominee Spencer Garrett (Once Upon A Time in Hollywood) will join Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal and two-time Emmy Award winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach in DOG