Matthew Scott News

Ragtime is now in previews at the Vivian Beaumont Theater and, to commemorate its return to Broadway, the cast will visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert next week for a special performance from the award-winning musical.

Lincoln Center Theater's Ragtime will release a newly recorded cast album, to be released this winter on Concord Theatricals Recordings. Learn more about the production here!

Performances are now underway for Lincoln Center Theater's revival of Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of Ragtime here and learn all about the starry cast and talented ensemble's bio and credits!

Just one day before they begin previews, Ragtime has shared a new look at Caissie Levy and Brandon Uranowitz rehearsing 'Our Children.' Watch the new video now!

Lincoln Center Theater has announced the digital lottery policy for its upcoming revival of Ragtime. Find out how to purchase $49 tickets.

Watch a first look video of the cast of Ragtime rehearsing the 'Gettin' Ready Rag,' led by Joshua Henry. The ensemble is performing choreography by Ellenore Scott.

In a newly released rehearsal clip, Nichelle Lewis offers a stirring rendition of “Your Daddy’s Son” as she prepares to star in Lincoln Center Theater’s upcoming Broadway revival of Ragtime. Watch the video!

On her morning commute, moving between home life and the world she is creating on stage, Lear deBessonet, the new Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater, heads to the first rehearsal for her new production of Ragtime. See the video here!

Charity Angél Dawson has withdrawn from the Broadway revival of Ragtime due to an injury. The Waitress star was due to begin rehearsals for Lincoln Center's upcoming production of the musical, but has since dropped out after the injury has flared up.

Open-Door Playhouse will continue to present short plays in podcast form. The Playhouse is presenting a new play, Lights Out, starting September 17, 2025 online. Learn more here!

Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast for Ragtime, LCT’s Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet’s first production of her inaugural season. See rehearsal photos here!

Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain – The Best Bits! presents the grizzly tales of British history with gusto. Celebrating 20 years of Horrible Histories Live on Stage and 14 years of entertaining London audiences, Birmingham Stage Company’s latest incarnation proves that even after two decades, history is far from dull, especially when it’s packed with peril and poo jokes.

​The cast has been revealed for BETTER DAYS: A NEW MUSICAL, which will receive its world premiere reading featuring Emma Hunton and more. Learn more and see how to attend!

IAMA Theatre Company has revealed its 2025-2026 season, which includes its 8th annual New Works Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

Open-Door Playhouse has announced the premiere of 2064: A Gays Odd-essy, a futuristic family drama by Lorenz Qatava, debuting online June 18, 2025. This sci-fi-inspired audio play is directed by Bernadette Armstrong, founder of Open-Door Playhouse. The cast features Daamen Krall as Bruce, Elaine Mello as Septima, Larry Coleman as Plurial, and Matthew Scott Montgomery as Kirby.

Lyrics & Lyricists celebrate and examine Kander & Ebb's work with one final performance June 2 at 7 pm. This production deserves to move. Its talent is full of that quality the team wrote about as in their score for Chicago: CLASS!

My emotional and artistic journey with performer extraordinaire Mandy Patinkin was renewed as I watched the Signature Theatre’s Sondheim Award Gala celebrating Mandy Patinkin (at the Anthem on the Wharf on April 14, 2025).  Mr. Patinkin is a truly intersectional artist who has conquered the world of Broadway, concerts, albums, television, and film. Mr. Patinkin’s talent and skills cross-pollinate across all cultural touchstones.

Music director David Loud is leading a celebration of Kander and Ebb's remarkable partnership and the music it gave us at 92NY. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

The 18th season of New York Theatre Barn's award-winning New Works Series will continue in May. The presentation will feature excerpts from two original musicals, Unzipped and Female Complaints.

Following record-breaking ticket sales across the country and a hugely acclaimed national tour earlier this year, A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS starring Martin Shaw and Gary Wilmot, will transfer to London's Harold Pinter Theatre.