Jerry Zaks News

TheaterWorksUSA’s musical Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends will play the McAninch Arts Center in Glen Ellyn, IL on October 24, 2025. Inspired by Andrea Beaty’s beloved children’s books, the show introduces young audiences to Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck, and Ada Twist as they tackle big challenges through curiosity and teamwork.

Playhouse Square has announced that tickets for the final two shows in the 2025–2026 Broadway in Akron series will go on sale Wednesday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m.

Midland Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for the hit Broadway musical comedy MRS. DOUBTFIRE, based on the beloved film, go on sale this week.

The producers of MRS. DOUBTFIRE have released production photos for the second North American tour. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston on September 9th and will continue on to play 80+ cities across North America including Milwaukee, Kansas City, Ottawa, Toronto, and Washington D.C. 

Performing arts and arts education nonprofit New 42 celebrated the 25th anniversary of New 42 Studios with a luncheon hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff. See footage from the event here!

Earlier today, New 42 Studios hosted a luncheon to celebrate 25 years of making Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the musical comedy based on the beloved movie, will be coming to Stifel Theatre this holiday season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

54 Below and Tony Award-winning star, Ben Vereen, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! Pope returns, after her critically acclaimed 54 Below debut back in June with her show, Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up!

The cast and dates have been revealed for MRS. DOUBTFIRE's 2nd North American tour! The production features Craig Allen Smith in the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire. Learn more about the tour here!

Ensemble Studio Theatre has announced its 2025-26 line-up, a season committed to new work development through the EST/Sloan Project and the Youngblood emerging playwrights collective as well as two new plays.

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Wilmington, Delaware, performing in September are on sale now. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

The York Theatre Company has announced its 2025–2026 season under Producing Artistic Director Joseph Hayward, featuring a bold and eclectic lineup of new musicals, classic inspirations, and an iconic awards gala.

The musical comedy MRS. DOUBTFIRE will play Toronto’s Princess of Wales Theatre. Tickets will go on sale next week. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Boston, MA are now on sale to the public. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.

We spoke with Charles Kirsch, host of the theater podcast Backstage Babble, about the 7/7 show, featuring Broadway luminaries Len Cariou (SWEENEY TODD), Annie Golden (XANADU) and more reprising songs they originated and sharing stories.

The Marcus Performing Arts Center has announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Milwaukee will go on sale this week. Learn more here!

The Gilded Age is back for Season 3, and with it, a new and returning crop of Broadway talent. The New York-based costume drama is known for its vast array of theater actors, utilizing a total of 163 across its three seasons. Take a look here to see which of your favorite stars appear in the new season!

Broadway couple Bobby Conte and Martyna Majok are officially engaged! 'Wishing everyone a very happy solstice, from me and my sun, moon, and stars,' She wrote on Instagram. 

I chatted with three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello about leading the national tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and her character development process.