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BroadwayWorld chats with lesbian icon Lea DeLaria about her upcoming performances at Feinstein's at the Nikko on May 29th & 30th. DeLaria will perform an evening of classic jazz tunes leavened with comedic tales.
It was good to be back at the Washington National Opera for their thrilling performance of West Side Story after a year of extreme change for this vital world-renowned artistic organization/institution. As many people already know, the Washington National Opera has had to relocate to other venues to proactively create new artistic paradigms after some tough challenges at the Kennedy Center. (I was pleased to review this production on the night of May 14, 2026, at The Music Center at Strathmore
The Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI will present its 8th Annual OCEAN STATE IMPROV FESTIVAL, featuring 37 troupes from 13 states in five days of performances and workshops.
Darren Criss played his final performance in Maybe Happy Ending on Sunday, May 17. The performance concluded with the production's 'passing of the charger,' before an emotional stage door visit from Criss. Watch the videos!
Second Street Players will present GYPSY at the Riverfront Theater in Milford, DE, featuring the Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim score, directed by John H. Hulse.
Three-time Olivier Award winner Philip Quast and West End performer Rob Madge have joined LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City Music Hall. Quast, who originated Javert in the Australian production and appeared in the 10th Anniversary Concert, will play the Bishop of Digne, while Madge returns to the franchise as Bamatabois after previously appearing as Gavroche in the 25th Anniversary Concert.
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling as the first production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, with tickets ranging from $25–$70.
Ella Mae Dixon brought jazz swagger and Broadway heart to 54 Below with SWINGIN’ SHOWTUNES on 5/10! Blending powerhouse vocals, vulnerable storytelling and inventive arrangements, Dixon turned classic musical theater into vibrant late-night jazz.
With The Late Show with Stephen Colbert coming to an end this week, we are looking back at some of our favorite Broadway performances and musical theater-themed moments from over the past ten years.
Next week, The Late Show is coming to an end. Thursday, May 21, will mark the final episode of the Stephen Colbert-hosted late-night talk show, and the official talent lineup will include Jon Stewart, Steven Spielberg, David Byrne, and more.
Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt and Patrick Wilson gathered on a recent episode of The Late Show to perform 'Putting It Together' from 'Sunday in the Park with George.' Check out the video here!
Farmers Alley Theatre will present a small-cast, in-the-round production of INTO THE WOODS by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, directed by Leonard E. Sullivan, in Kalamazoo, MI.
Sheffield Theatres and Blackpool Grand Theatre announced casting for SUMMER HOLIDAY THE MUSICAL, directed by Artistic Director Elizabeth Newman and Ben Occhipinti, featuring Damian Humbley, George Jones, and Jane McCarry among the ensemble.
Springboard to Design announced a year-long, tuition-free virtual mentorship fellowship for high school students and emerging designers ages 18–25 from underrepresented backgrounds pursuing careers in theatre design.
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including Harry Connick Jr. doing his headlining debut at Carnegie Hall, Disney star Elizabeth Gillies singing songs from the 1990s, understudies and alternates from current hit Broadway shows, and more.
Madonna will return to the Tribeca Festival this summer for the world premiere of a cinematic presentation accompanying her forthcoming new album Confessions II.
Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival will return for its 43rd season, featuring 13 concerts celebrating American music, BCM founder Marya Martin’s 50th anniversary in the U.S., and more.
Jon Cryer steps into The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as Vice Principal Douglas Panch starting May 11 at New World Stages.
Seth Bisen-Hersh will present two Richard Rodgers tribute cabarets at Don't Tell Mama in NYC, featuring music from SOUTH PACIFIC, OKLAHOMA!, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, and more to mark his 950th weekly Cabaret Showcase.
The San Francisco Symphony announced its summer season, featuring classical programs, film concerts, and performances with Andrew Bird, Sutton Foster, Kelli O'Hara, A.R. Rahman, and St. Vincent at venues including Davies Symphony Hall, Shoreline Amphitheatre, and Sigmund Stern Grove.
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