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The History of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Callouts — and What ‘Virgins’ Should Know Before They Go
by Michael Gioia - Apr 23, 2026

BroadwayWorld breaks down how and why The Rocky Horror Show callouts began and explains what you could expect before taking a jump to the left, a step to the right and joining Dr. Frank-N-Furter in Transsexual, Transylvania. 

Photos: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026

Take a strange journey into the world of The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway in production photos! Get a first look at the cast in action at Broadway's Studio 54 in these photos.

Photos: Rose Byrne, Kelli O'Hara and More in FALLEN ANGELS On Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026

Check out production photos for the Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis, at the Todd Haimes Theatre on Broadway! See Rose Byrne, Kelli O'Hara, Mark Consuelos and more on stage. 

Review: WICKED at Robinson Center in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 16, 2026

A magical wonderland full of pinks and greens have hit the Robinson Center Performance Hall stage, and it is nothing short of spellbinding. I have always been a fan of The Wizard of Oz, but for some reason, I was never able to make it to see Wicked at the movies or on Broadway.

Matt Manuel Shares Backstage Scoop From THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Matt Manuel, who plays Mitch Mahoney in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee off-Broadway, to share some of his favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!

Interview: Nicole Travolta Talks Shopping Addiction in New Show at SoHo Playhouse
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 12, 2026

NICOLE TRAVOLTA IS DOING ALRIGHT plays now through 5/10 at NYC's SoHo Playhouse. We talked with the star about the show, her battle to get out of consumer debt and the rise of Buy Now, Pay Later.

Review: SUFFS at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - Apr 8, 2026

Suffs has rolled into Minneapolis for a quick stop, and it’s exactly the kind of show that sneaks up on you—in a good way. Playing now through April 12 at the Orpheum Theatre and presented by Hennepin Arts, this Tony-winning musical about the fight for women’s suffrage feels a lot more immediate than you might expect from something rooted in history.

SUFFS Broadway Cast to Reunite for GREAT PERFORMANCES Town Hall Event
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 6, 2026

The Town Hall will host a special screening of Great Performances' Suffs', followed by a discussion with Shaina Taub, Leigh Silverman, and Nikki M. James, along with a live piano performance from the original cast.

Photos: NICOLE TRAVOLTA IS DOING ALRIGHT At SoHo Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026

NICOLE TRAVOLTA IS DOING ALRIGHT will return to SoHo Playhouse for an encore Off-Broadway engagement beginning April 1, 2026, with an official press opening set for April 5. See photos of the production.

Brian Copeland's THE WAITING PERIOD to Present Free Performances in San Francisco and Berkeley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

Continuing its efforts towards suicide prevention, The Marsh has set its free performances of Brian Copeland's The Waiting Period for this spring both in San Francisco and in Berkeley, this spring and summer.

Video: Watch the Cast of SUFFS Perform in Clip From PBS Capture
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026

Next month, Great Performances will air a filmed recording of Suffs, the Broadway musical from Tony Award winner Shaina Taub. Watch a clip from the forthcoming airing, which sees the suffragists perform the musical number 'The March (We Demand Equality).'

WICKED Cast Set for Performance on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 23, 2026

The cast of Broadway’s Wicked will visit Good Morning America this week for a performance from the hit musical. Tune in to watch their performance this Friday, March 27, which will air during the 7:00-9:00 am block on ABC.

Review: Nothing to Protest in SUFFS
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 22, 2026

What did our critic think of SUFFS at Emerson Colonial Theatre?

With GIANT, Elliot Levey Is Making the Big Move to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 21, 2026

In just a matter of days, Mark Rosenbaltt's Giant officially arrives on Broadway. The new play, about world-famous children's author Roald Dahl, is already an acclaimed hit, having earned three Olivier Awards following its West End run last year. One of them went to Elliot Levey.

Photos: World Premiere of PUBLIC CHARGE at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos for The Public Theater’s world premiere play Public Charge, a new play based on true events written by former United States Ambassador Julissa Reynoso.

Photos: New Look at MAMMA MIA! 25th Anniversary Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026

Check out new production photos for the 25th Anniversary North American Tour of MAMMA MIA!. Fresh off a historic and hugely successful six-month return to its original Broadway home at the Winter Garden Theatre, the celebrated and beloved musical officially relaunched at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Center in March.

Photos: THE WILD PARTY At City Center Starring Jasmine Amy Rogers, Tonya Pinkins and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026

Check out newly released photos of The Wild Party, currently in performances at New York City Center Encores! The production features Jasmine Amy Rogers (Queenie), Adrienne Warren (Kate), Tonya Pinkins (Dolores Montoya), Jelani Alladin (Black), and more!

Review: SIX at ASU Gammage
by Herbert Paine - Mar 18, 2026

What’s more satisfying than watching six wronged women reclaim their power? Watching them do it in rhinestone corsets, backed by a thunderous girl band and enough LED lighting to short-circuit Times Square. SIX, the British import that’s barreled from university revue to Broadway headliner like a sugar-rushed Spice Girls revival, is a history class... if the lessons were taught in stilettos and unapologetic girl-group glory.

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - Mar 18, 2026

I had the chance to see the national tour of Mrs. Doubtfire while it was at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts this week, and it ended up being a really fun night at the theater. The musical is based on the well-known 1993 film starring Robin Williams, and it follows the same story about a struggling actor who disguises himself as a nanny so he can keep seeing his kids after a divorce.

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