Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD in Tokyo
by Ayaka Ozaki
- Apr 19, 2026
'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' takes place 19 years after the conclusion of the original film series. This original story was co-created by J.K. Rowling and playwright Jack Thorne, with Rowling herself praising it as 'the magic that can only be experienced in the theater.'
Having premiered in six major cities worldwide, including London and New York, Tokyo marks the production's first Asian venue. This multi-award-winning show, including the Tony Awards, features a talented Japanese cast selected through rigorous auditions. Since its 2022 opening, the production has reached a significant milestone of over 1.4 million audience members.
GIANT Playwright Signs Mark Rosenblatt Signs With CAA
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 1, 2026
Playwright Mark Rosenblatt, who wrote the play Giant that is now running on Broadway, has signed with CAA. Rosenblatt, a theater and film writer and director, won the Olivier Award for Giant when it had its premiere in the West End in 2024.
Amy Lehpamer, Zoe Ioannou & More Will Star in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Australian Tour
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 30, 2026
The cast for the 2026 Australian tour of the musical comedy Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) was just announced. The five performers who will portray the iconic roles of Elizabeth Bennet, Mr Darcy, Jane Bennet, Charles Bingley, Mr and Mrs Bennet and all other characters, will be Amy Lehpamer, Zoe Ioannou, Kaori Maeda-Judge, Ruby Shannon and Teo Vergara.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway's Star-Studded Spring + A Historic Pittsburgh Merger
by Alex Freeman
- Mar 23, 2026
On the business side, the independent acquisition of Serino Coyne signals a shift away from the consolidation model that has defined much of the advertising world, while the merger of Pittsburgh Public Theater and Pittsburgh CLO illustrates how financial pressure is prompting institutions to find strength in unity. On the creative side, BroadwayWorld's Spring Preview paints an exciting picture of a season packed with star power and long-awaited arrivals. Internationally, UK theatremakers are pushing for greater recognition of emerging craft disciplines at the Oliviers, and a landmark Irish experiment offers compelling evidence that investing directly in artists yields measurable cultural and economic returns.
A Look Back at the 10 Longest Running Plays on Broadway History
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper
- Mar 15, 2026
Four of Broadway’s ten longest running musicals are currently on the boards: Chicago, The Lion King, Wicked, and The Book of Mormon. One, The Phantom of the Opera, closed in 2023 after attaining the title of longest running Broadway show of all time. But what about Broadway’s longest running plays?
Photos: DRACULA in Rehearsal at the National Youth Theatre
by Stephi Wild
- Feb 16, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for Dracula, a world premiere National Youth Theatre production performed by the NYT REP company. The production opens at the NYT Workshop Theatre from 21 February - 13 March. Check out the photos here!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is Coming to The Fabulous Fox
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Feb 10, 2026
The North American tour of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at The Fabulous Fox. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the first Harry Potter story to be presented on stage and the eighth story in the Harry Potter series.
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