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There are so many reasons to get out and about in New York City in January and February.  Now happening are deals on meals, hotels, tickets to Broadway and attractions. 

The nominees for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards have been revealed, including Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and Taylor Swift, among others. In the socially voted categories of Favorite Broadway Debut, nominees include Jack Wolfe (Hadestown), Lizzy McAlpine (Floyd Collins), Meg Donnelly (Moulin Rouge!), Trisha Paytas (Beetlejuice), and more. 

Finn Inman and a cast of transgender and queer aspiring actors brought a celebration of transgender stories in musical theatre to 54 Below on 1/2. See photos from the night snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.

After winning the Critics' Choice Award for her performance in Hamnet, West End album Jessie Buckley has also snagged the 2025 EDA Award from the Alliance of Women Film Journalists. Take a look at the full list of winners here.

Even as the Wicked mania begins to die down in the coming months, Ariana Grande isn't going anywhere. In June of this year, the superstar will embark on her highly anticipated 'eternal sunshine tour,' which the performer says is currently 'in a good place.'

On Monday, December 29, singer Maude Maggart made her annual return to Birdland with a new one-night-only show titled A TINY MATCH. See photos from the show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss

NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE – Your jaw will hit the floor, the perfect Christmas treat. NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE is the perfect Christmas treat – a high-energy blend of wonder, humour, and jaw-dropping illusions inspired by the popular Now You See Me film franchise.

2025 was a stellar year from theatre, but now the New Year has rolled in, we can put away the festive decorations, throw out the last bit of leftover turkey and look forward to an even better twelve months of theatrical goodies.

One of the best parts of seeing a show in New York City is how there is often a relevant historic spot to visit, just steps away from the show you’re seeing. Here's just a few examples...

See photos from the renowned jazz singer's December 6th performance at Birdland. The Gabrielle Stravelli trio is back on December 13 and 20 at 5:30 pm.

To celebrate the conclusion of the record-breaking series, Netflix has revealed the full list of cities and theaters participating in fan screenings of the Stranger Things 5 Finale across the US and Canada.

Billy and Christine create some of the most masterful musical arrangements of Christmas and Broadway favorites during their show (running through 12/6), and without a doubt Christine has one of the finest voices and vocal agility on the planet.

An industry reading has been scheduled for Too Bright To See, a new musical based on Kyle Lukoff’s Newbery Honor–winning novel. The reading will take place December 16 at Judson Memorial Church, with performances at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Lainey Wilson, Zach Top, Riley Green, and more took home awards on November 19 during The 59th Annual CMA Awards. Check out the full list of winners here.

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the nominations for the 4th Children's & Family Emmy Awards, which include Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, Joe Locke, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Check out the full list here.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Yazbek, Mary Porter, Maggie Solimine and more.

Broadway’s magic returns to The Shops at Columbus Circle with the beloved Broadway Under the Stars series. Enjoy captivating performances from the top shows and intimate conversations with the stars, moderated by Broadway alum, George Psomas. ​

Reneé Rapp has lent her voice to the Now You See Me franchise with her brand-new song, 'Lucky,' an original record created for Lionsgate’s upcoming film Now You See Me: Now You Don't. Listen to it now.

Steven Kramer’s (Book, Music & Lyrics) new work, PHAR LAP THE ELECTRO-SWING MUSICAL is a piece of pure genius.

The singer celebrated the release of her new album, RENEE KATZ SINGS IRVING BERLIN: LOST IN HIS ARMS, with a release concert at 54 Below on 10/19. See photos from the night

On October 17 and 19, 2025, singer Meri Ziev and the Gregory Toroian Trio treated audiences at Don't Tell Mama to a night of song called From 8 Tracks to Livestreams. See photos from the show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.

The star, best known as Marian Colby on ABC’s “All My Children,” made her solo cabaret debut on 10/14 and 10/15 filled with Broadway classics and memories of her often hysterical, sometimes heartbreaking, and frequently scandalous life

Previews for CHESS began on Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre, where it officially opens Sunday, November 16. Check out video of the cast's first official bows and catch a first look at them in action here.

Linda Kahn sings her award winning album, Wait 'Til You See What's Next at Jazz on Main. Linda shares her personal stories of love, life and dreams through the music of Jason Robert Brown, Alan Jay Lerner and more. See how to purchase tickets!

What did our critic think of & JULIET AT BROADWAY SAN JOSE NOW THRU OCTOBER 12 at Broadway San Jose? Playing now through October 12 at Broadway San Jose, & Juliet is a much-needed confection of mayhem, laughter and empowerment all delivered by one of the most professional casts and creative teams I've seen in a long time.