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A NEW WORK IN PROGRESS to Have World Premiere at Shaw Festival

by A.A. Cristi — August 4, 2026

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins makes his Shaw Festival directing debut with a workshop presentation reimagining the Cinderella story at the Court House Theatre in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

AMADEUS, OHIO STATE MURDERS to Open Shaw Festival's August Lineup

by A.A. Cristi — July 30, 2026

The Shaw Festival's 64th season will present two new productions and a workshop piece in August, including works by Peter Shaffer and Adrienne Kennedy at its Niagara-on-the-Lake theatres.

Micaela Diamond and Will Pullen Join AWAKE AND SING! on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — July 30, 2026

Micaela Diamond and Will Pullen have joined Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway revival of Clifford Odets' Awake and Sing!, directed by Tyne Rafaeli at the Samuel J.

Lupita Nyong'o, Edie Falco, Phillipa Soo and More to Star in PRE-EXISTING CONDITION Off-Broadway

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 8, 2026

Pre-Existing Condition written by Tony Award nominee Marin Ireland will return to the stage later this summer at the Greenwich House Theater, directed by Maria Dizzia.

DOG DAY AFTERNOON Plays Final Broadway Performance

by Sidney Paterra — July 12, 2026

Broadway says goodbye to Dog Day Afternoon, which closes at the August Wilson Theatre, following 21 previews and 120 regular performances.

Review Roundup: BLACK SWAN Opens at American Repertory Theater

by Stephi Wild — June 15, 2026

Critics weigh in on the Black Swan world premiere at American Repertory Theater, directed by Tony winner Sonya Tayeh, with music by Dave Malloy.

Review: A Thrilling BLACK SWAN at American Repertory Theater

by R. Scott Reedy — June 14, 2026

What did our critic think of BLACK SWAN at American Repertory Theater?

Video: Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London

by Stephi Wild — June 11, 2026

All new video footage has been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club starring Jamie Muscato as Emcee and Joy Woods as Sally Bowles.

Photos: Inside BLACK SWAN World Premiere Celebrates Opening Night at American Repertory Theater

by A.A. Cristi — June 5, 2026

Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Gatsby at A.

Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet

by Bruce Glikas — June 7, 2026

The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre.

2026 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More

by Nicole Rosky — June 7, 2026

Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS NATIONALS Reveals 2026 Company

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 3, 2026

The 24 Hour Plays revealed the full company for its Nationals intensive in New York and Los Angeles, featuring emerging actors, directors, playwrights, and more culminating in Off-Broadway productions at Classic Stage.

Video: Meet the Tony-Nominated Designers of 2026

by Luka Vonier — June 3, 2026

What makes a great Broadway musical? The 2026 Tony nominees for Best Sound Design, Best Scenic Design, Best Lighting Design, and Best Costume Design have some idea! Watch as they explain in this video.

SCHMIGADOON!, LIBERATION and More Win 2026 Tony Awards - The Full List

by Nicole Rosky — June 7, 2026

The best of Broadway takes the stage tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk.

Interview: John Ortiz on Finding Humanity & Hope in DOG DAY AFTERNOON

by David Clarke — May 29, 2026

As Detective Fucco, John Ortiz brings depth to a character who could be reduced to a stereotype.

Photos: Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London

by Stephi Wild — May 27, 2026

All new photos have been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club starring West End star and Olivier Award nominee Jamie Muscato as Emcee and Tony and Grammy Award nominated Broadway star Joy Woods as Sally Bowles.

70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Winners - The Full List

by Nicole Rosky — May 17, 2026

The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape.

Photos: Behind the Scenes with the 2026 Tony Award Nominees for Plays

by Jennifer Broski — May 17, 2026

The Tony nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there to speak with all of them! Check out photos from behind the scenes with the nominees as they chatted with Richard Ridge and passed on our very own Tiny Tony.

Photos: Meet the 2026 Tony Award Nominees

by Nicole Rosky — May 15, 2026

Just yesterday, the 2026 Tony Award nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day.

2026 Lucille Lortel Awards Winners

by Nicole Rosky — May 3, 2026

The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – will be presented at the annual ceremony tonight, May 3, 2026, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm.