Theatre has long history of cultural exchange between the cities of New York and London. Every season, new productions make it to Broadway and off-Broadway after starting in the West End and vice versa. But what of all of the Broadway shows that have originated in countries beyond England? Productions originating in other foreign countries happen far less frequently but have resulted in some fascinating moments of history on Broadway.
Sometimes, the music says it all—no lyrics required! If you’re looking to hum along to some of Broadway’s most unforgettable melodies, you’re in the right place. BroadwayWorld has rounded up a playlist of instrumental versions of beloved Broadway showtunes, putting the spotlight on the gorgeous melodies, soaring orchestrations, and familiar tunes that make musical theatre music so special.
Vocalist Russell Stephens will perform his new solo cabaret at The Winter Park Playhouse, featuring songs from Broadway leading men and legendary performers including Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin.
Forestburgh Playhouse has revealed the casts and and creative teams for the 2026 In the Works~In the Woods Festival, taking place at the Forestburgh Playhouse.
Fulton Theatre shared rehearsal footage of Erick D. Patrick and Grace Ellis Solomon performing a snippet of 'Wheels of a Dream' ahead of the theatre's upcoming production of Ragtime. Watch the video now!
The Fulton Theatre will present Ragtime, a musical exploring the American experience through the intertwined stories of a Black family in Harlem, Jewish immigrants, and an upper-class white family in New Rochelle.
Emily Skinner, Laiken Jules, Christopher Swan and more will star in Goodspeed Musicals’ 50th anniversary production of Annie, running October 30-December 27, 2026 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Connecticut.
Broadway Cares' NextGen Spotlight will present emerging performers and Broadway veterans in a one-night concert at The Green Room 42. The fifth annual benefit features Ken Ard, Maria Bilbao, Chris Hayes and others.
The Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee has revealed the 2026 Henry Hewes Design Awards Honorees who will be recognized at the 62nd annual ceremony in New York.
Disney’s Newsies does not merely seize the day. It dances on it, vaults over it and occasionally executes a backflip before the day knows what struck it. It takes an 1899 historical event as a jumping off place and imagines the history as it might have been retold in a 1930’s Busby Berkeley movie substituting teenage newsboys for the 1930s dancing girls. The show gets high marks for entertainment.
Amas Musical Theatre and The Amas Song Salon will offer a special event - part of the company’s celebratory 59th Anniversary Season. “A Life in the Arts: A Vision for a Better World” an evening with a new generation of performing artists.
Bells Are Ringing will return in a special concert celebration of the musical’s 70th anniversary, at 54 Below, with tickets available both in-person and via a one-time-only livestream.
Ivy Crest Theatre Co. has just announced its production of the No Vacancy Series. No Vacancy is a collection of 3 one act plays set in motels throughout the last 50 years. Cabin 12 by John Bishop from the 70s, Motel Story by Alexandra Vassilaros in the 90s and Here Comes the Drone by Arlene Hutton from the 2010’s. A mix of drama and comedy the plays all deal with themes around connection, isolation and identity. Performances of the No Vacancy Series begin Thursday, September 10 for a limited run through September 13 at Urban Stages (259 West 30th Street).
The 25th anniversary national tour of the comedy musical will make its only Chicago-area stop at Aurora's Paramount Theatre, timed to National Menopause Awareness Month.
Josie de Guzman, Jay Aubrey Jones, and Steven Brinberg will headline a concert celebrating cast recordings, with songs from OKLAHOMA!, 1776, Ragtime, and HAMILTON at 54 Below.
Asolo Repertory Theatre in Sarasota will present five Mainstage productions and its inaugural Second Stage season, with single tickets going on sale for the 2026-27 lineup.
Ciera Miller has been named Roundabout Theatre Company's tenth Directing Fellow, joining an 11-member Roundabout Directors Group cohort offering mentorship to emerging theatre directors.
The Old Globe will present a one-week extension for the pre-Broadway engagement of the world premiere musical Begin Again. Emma Busse and Patrick Heusinger star in the Old Globe production.
The American Theatre Wing has revealed the lineup for their 2026 Fall Gala Celebration, which will be held at The Ziegfeld Ballroom. Stars taking part include Ariana DeBose, Jessica Vosk, Jordan Fisher and more.
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