Second Stage News

OUR DEAR DEAD DRUG LORD Next For The Ensemble Company At Imagine Performing Arts Center

by A.A. Cristi — February 2, 2026

The Ensemble Company is set to stage the provocative play OUR DEAR DEAD DRUG LORD in February 2026, promising a blend of dark humor and intense drama.

From Churches to Banks: The Unlikely Origins of Off-Broadway Theaters

by Jennifer Ashley Tepper — March 22, 2026

The large majority of our 41 Broadway theaters were built to be Broadway theaters.

2026 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List

by Nicole Rosky — January 31, 2026

The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO), along with Spectrum News NY1, announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Obie Awards.

Cady McClain To Lead BENEATH THE ICE OF THE VISTULA NYC Premiere

by A.A. Cristi — January 29, 2026

Five Evenings Theater in association with New Wave Arts Theatre Collective and EventMuze present the New York premiere of BENEATH THE ICE OF THE VISTULA, a new play with music, beginning February 12 at West End Theater.

Video: Samantha Mathis Picks the Shows That Shaped Her

by Nicole Rosky — January 29, 2026

In this video, watch as stage and screen star Samantha Mathis walks us through the aisles of the Drama Book Shop to tell us all about the plays that made her the artist she is today.

Interview: Marc Shaiman Talks SOME LIKE IT HOT, His Just-Published Memoir, and More

by R. Scott Reedy — January 27, 2026

To say that the Tony Award-winning 2022 musical “Some Like It Hot,” which Broadway in Boston is presenting at Citizens Opera House through February 8, has quite a pedigree is putting it mildly.

Lillias White and Karen Akers to be Honored at 40th Annual MAC Awards

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 27, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets will present the upcoming 40th Annual MAC Awards.

Sutton Foster Sets Concert Dates in Boston, Atlanta and More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 23, 2026

Sutton Foster shares concert dates in Boston, Atlanta, and more! Don't miss her performances alongside Kelli O'Hara in select cities.

Broadway Meets THE BEAUTY: A Guide to the Stage Stars in the New FX Series

by Josh Sharpe — January 26, 2026

From Anthony Ramos to Ben Platt, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you tune in to Ryan Murphy's new series, The Beauty.

Caissie Levy, David Cromer and More to be Honored at 92nd Annual Drama League Awards

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 21, 2026

The Drama League has revealed the 2026 Special Recognition Honorees of the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, who will be celebrated for their outstanding lifetime contributions to the theater industry and to popular culture.

Mark Consuelos, Christopher Fitzgerald, and More Join FALLEN ANGELS

by Stephi Wild — January 21, 2026

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and design team for the upcoming production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward.

The History of Musicals Starting Off-OFF-Broadway

by Jennifer Ashley Tepper — January 25, 2026

The history of shows that have transferred from off-Broadway to Broadway is well documented.

SINATRA THE MUSICAL Will Open in London's West End This Summer

by Stephi Wild — January 20, 2026

Sinatra The Musical, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon, will open in London in 2026.

Lauren Patten and Taylor Iman Jones to Present AN INTIMATE EVENING at The Laurie Beechman

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 12, 2026

This Valentine’s Day, The Laurie Beechman Theatre will turn up the heat as two Broadway stars reunite for a night of music and love for An Intimate Evening With Lauren Patten + Taylor Iman Jones.

Lachat Farm to Present the World Premiere of HOLE IN THE WALL

by A.A. Cristi — January 7, 2026

Lachat Farm, produces the world premiere of Hole in the Wall, a comedy written by Richard Rogers-Award winning playwright Jeff Hughes, directed by Christopher Denham, the multi-talented actor-writer-director whose screen credits famously include Oppenheimer, Argo, Shutter Island, and Billions.