Roger Q. Mason's new play BILL, a sequel to Lavender Men, will receive a developmental reading at Open Jar Studios in New York as part of PlayPenn's New Play Development Conference.
PlayGround will present a simultaneous four-city gala honoring Margo Hall, Jessica Kubzansky, Emily Shooltz, and Ericka Ratcliff, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the June Anne Baker Prize for women and non-binary playwrights.
The theater world never really slows down — and this week is proof. The Lost Boys dominated our Theater Fans' Choice Awards, sweeping nearly every musical category, while the Washington National Opera's legal battle with the Kennedy Center over $17 million in disputed funds continues to unfold. On a more hopeful note, Berkeley's beloved Aurora Theatre is planning its comeback after a year in the dark. All that, plus BroadwayWorld has launched a brand-new Producer Fantasy Game — so if you've ever thought you could pick the hits, now's your chance to prove it.
Following the 79th Annual Tony Awards, this coverage examines the immediate impact of Broadway's biggest night, including data-driven insights into post-ceremony ticket sales and a recap of key event moments. Outside New York, the industry continues to navigate significant organizational shifts, featuring new leadership appointments at the Berkeley and Nottingham Playhouses and strategic developments at the Kennedy Center and Norwich Theatre, alongside reports of major financial milestones at Hartford Stage and the Overture Center.
Amina Robinson, a Philadelphia director and Temple University professor who made history as the first Black woman to win a Barrymore Award for Outstanding Direction of a Musical, has been named Artistic Director of Theatre Horizon in Norristown, PA.
Dito van Reigersberg, co-founder and Artistic Director Emeritus of Pig Iron Theatre Company and the performer behind drag persona Martha Graham Cracker, has died at 53 following complications from a bone marrow transplant.
On the legal and legislative front, a federal judge ordered the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center and temporarily blocked its planned closure, while New York State added $150 million to its theatrical production tax credit program. Broadway closed out its 2025–2026 season with a new all-time box office record of $1.91 billion, and the Broadway League and Actors' Equity announced a new audition initiative called LEAP.
Philadelphia's Tony Award-winning Wilma Theater announced Lindsay Smiling as its sole Artistic Director, transitioning from his Co-Artistic Director role to lead the company alongside Managing Director Leigh Goldenberg.
Aubrie Williams (Audience Engagement Manager) speaks on accessibility at the Wilma Theater and The Most Spectacularly Lamentable Trial of Miz Martha Washington.
Wilma Theater has revealed four productions for its 2026-27 season. The 2026-27 season will feature the world premiere of an original coming-of-self story, an inventive spin on a children’s literary classic
Iconic Broadway artists from award-winning productions including Hamilton, Wicked, and Mamma Mia! will come together on March 26, 2026, at Chelsea Table + Stage for the Spence-Chapin Broadway Benefit.
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames will be the first featured guest in PlayPenn’s 2026 PlayPenn Presents conversation series. The events will take place at the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia and The Drama Book Shop in New York.
Philly GRIT will present a new series of performances in Philadelphia, focusing on influencer satire, queer storytelling, and cabaret. Scheduled for 2026, this event aims to engage audiences with contemporary themes through diverse artistic expressions. The series promises to offer a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work, reflecting the vibrant cultural tapestry of the city.
Join Karen Tenderness at The Wilma Theater for a one-night-only performance of EXTRA! EXTRA!, benefiting the Juntos organization. This unique show combines musical flair with a compelling narrative.
Following the in-person run, Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater has launched the digital presentation of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production.
Responding to high demand, the Citywide James Ijames Pass now includes a two-show option, allowing access to major productions at Philadelphia's Wilma Theater and another venue for $90.
The Wilma Theater is presenting the return of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production, a dance-theater cabaret set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Aimee Mann.
Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) will present Caesar, a new adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, February 6-22, 2026, at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre.
Pig Iron Theatre Company has revealed its 2026 Season. The 30th Anniversary Season spans venues across Greater Philadelphia, highlighting collaborations with award-winning musicians, Barrymore-recognized artists, and visionary designers.
The Wilma Theater will celebrate the return of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production, an exhilarating dance-theater cabaret set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Aimee Mann.
