The lineup of performers has been revealed for Theatre Now New York's Theatre Then & Now Gala at the Players NYC. Performers include Joe Iconis, Lauren Marcus and more.

Photos: GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS to Run Oct 24–Nov 1 at St Helens Theatre Royal

by Rachel Stone — Oct 16, 2026

GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS will run at St Helens Theatre Royal from October 24 to November 1, 2026. The circus-themed panto features Katie McKenna, Conor Barrie, Lewis Devine and Britain's Got Talent star Jamie Leahey, with tickets from £20.

Photos: Sleeping Beauty to Open at Oak Theatre with Jess Poole

by Rachel Stone — Oct 16, 2026

Jess Poole will play evil Carabosse in the Anton Benson Productions pantomime at Oak Theatre, joining Britain's Got Talent winner George Sampson as Prince George the Dragon-Slayer.

Bob Martin and Michael R Jackson to Receive Theatre Now Impact Award

by Chloe Rabinowitz — Sep 23, 2026

Theatre Now New York will honor Tony-winning librettist Bob Martin and Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Michael R Jackson at the Theatre Then & Now Gala, celebrating their contributions to musical theatre.

THE PRINCESS BRIDE, HEATHERS and More Set for Broadway In Chicago's Fall Subscription Shows

by Chloe Rabinowitz — Sep 21, 2026

Broadway In Chicago has revealed the full season line up for the next Broadway In Chicago Subscription Series, including the world premiere of The Princess Bride, Heathers and more.

GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS Will Open at St Helens Theatre Royal in October

by Stephi Wild — Sep 21, 2026

The circus-themed pantomime runs from October 24 to November 1, 2026, at St Helens Theatre Royal. The cast includes Katie McKenna, Conor Barrie, Lewis Devine and Britain's Got Talent star Jamie Leahey. Tickets start at £20.

EVITA Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?

by Michael Gioia — Sep 19, 2026

'Evita' is making its way back to Broadway, but it’s been more than four decades since Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Tony Award-winning musical first arrived in New York City. BroadwayWorld looks back at the original cast.

GRIM Will Make World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — Sep 18, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of GRIM, a new musical featuring book by Joey Orton and Brad Silnutzer, music and lyrics by Petro AP and Scott Hoying, and choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler.

WONDERLAND to Open Kelsey Theatre's 2026-27 Season

by Stephi Wild — Sep 17, 2026

Kelsey Theatre will present the pop-rock musical Wonderland, inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, as the opening production of its 2026-27 season at Mercer County Community College's West Windsor Campus.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 16, 2026- Reece Weaver Gives CHICAGO A Box Office Boost and More

Sep 16, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

THE PRINCESS BRIDE New Musical to Have World Premiere In Chicago

by Chloe Rabinowitz — Sep 15, 2026

The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride will make its world premiere in Chicago before heading to Broadway. Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago announced the production will run at the James M. Nederlander Theatre.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 15, 2026- THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Welcomes New Spellers and More

Sep 15, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 15, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS to Open at Vanguard University's Lyceum Theater

by A.A. Cristi — Sep 14, 2026

Vanguard University will present the classic musical comedy ONCE UPON A MATTRESS at its Lyceum Theater in Costa Mesa. The production features a comedic retelling of the Princess and the Pea fairy tale with direction by Susan K. Berkompas.

THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Sets Chicago Premiere for 2027

by Stephi Wild — Sep 14, 2026

The Princess Bride musical will premiere at Chicago's Nederlander Theatre in July 2027, with a Broadway transfer expected for the 2027-28 season.

THE PRINCESS BRIDE: AN INCONCEIVABLE EVENING WITH CARY ELWES to Play Pikes Peak Center

by A.A. Cristi — Sep 8, 2026

Cary Elwes will discuss behind-the-scenes stories from The Princess Bride following a screening of the film at Pikes Peak Center in Colorado Springs, with VIP meet-and-greet packages available.

Cast Set For SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS Panto at Epstein Theatre

by Stephi Wild — Sep 1, 2026

Ryan Mulvey and Leanne Campbell will lead the cast of Regal Entertainments' SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre, with Elisha Mai Curry taking the title role.

FILM FORUM JR. to Present Fall 2026 Lineup of Family Classics

by Rachel Stone — Aug 25, 2026

Film Forum will present its Fall 2026 Film Forum Jr. series, featuring classic and animated films including ON THE TOWN, The Princess Bride, and Pixar's COCO for kids and families.

ALL PUPPET PLAYERS to Present Season 16 in Phoenix

by A.A. Cristi — Aug 19, 2026

All Puppet Players, an adults-only puppet theater company based in Phoenix, announced its 16th season, featuring parodies including PUPPIT, DIE HARD, JAY & SILENT BOB and JAWS.

Broadway's Family Legacy: A History of Sibling Writers

by Jennifer Ashley Tepper — Aug 2, 2026

Over the years, Broadway has seen a number of family acts sharing the stage. It’s extra special when family members team up to write a Broadway show together. The Great White Way has seen many instances of this historically, in a variety of different situations. While last week’s column focused on spouses penning shows together, this week is all about blood relatives partnering to write work.

JOHN LEWIS: GOOD TROUBLE to Headline Cincinnati Opera's 2027 Summer Festival

by Stephi Wild — Jul 27, 2026

Cincinnati Opera announced its 2027 Summer Festival lineup, led by a world premiere honoring the civil rights icon along with Puccini's TURANDOT and Mozart's THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO.

Message Board (562)

View full message board search with post previews →

Re: THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 malcs98 Sep 14, 2026 2:41 PM Re: THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 carlisle14 Sep 14, 2026 2:39 PM Re: THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 Sutton Ross Sep 14, 2026 1:24 PM Re: THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 DaveyG Sep 14, 2026 12:15 PM Re: THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 ChiDoc Sep 14, 2026 12:11 PM Re: THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 Rentaholic2 Sep 14, 2026 12:11 PM THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 darquegk Sep 14, 2026 10:07 AM THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 inception Sep 14, 2026 9:48 AM THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 DaveyG Sep 14, 2026 9:41 AM THE PRINCESS BRIDE musical will premiere in Chicago, summer 2027 jacobsnchz14 Sep 14, 2026 9:33 AM Are these musicals coming to Broadway?? Fred Mason Jul 28, 2026 4:41 PM The Princess Bride Musical - To Premiere in Chicago KevinKlawitter Jun 3, 2026 3:50 PM Will Disney bring Hercules to Broadway? Call_me_jorge Feb 20, 2026 5:03 PM Will Disney bring Hercules to Broadway? Call_me_jorge Feb 20, 2026 1:55 PM PRACTICAL MAGIC musical in development, directed by Maria Friedman Call_me_jorge Feb 9, 2026 7:50 PM PRACTICAL MAGIC musical in development, directed by Maria Friedman Ensemble1711444445 Feb 9, 2026 12:01 PM The Princess Bride Musical - To Premiere in Chicago Ensemble1711444445 Feb 6, 2026 9:54 PM The Princess Bride Musical - To Premiere in Chicago Sutton Ross Feb 6, 2026 9:12 PM The Princess Bride Musical - To Premiere in Chicago ErmengardeStopSniveling Feb 6, 2026 8:26 PM The Princess Bride Musical - To Premiere in Chicago Voter Feb 6, 2026 7:45 PM