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It wasn’t until later on in theatre history that revivals began including shows that weren’t initially well received or financially successful in their initial engagements. As musical theatre continued to evolve, and more shows entered the canon, a consensus began to grow about shows being worthy of additional exploration even if they hadn’t been hits the first time around. What about musicals that had been ahead of their time, musicals that had fallen prey to circumstances, early works by writers who became successful later on, and of course, shows that found an audience after closing via their cast recordings?

The Chandler Cultural Foundation has received a Legacy Gift of over $845,000 from the estate of Mariann and Craig Shields, devoted patrons, volunteers, and community supporters of the Chandler Center for the Arts.

Go inside the lives of a group of California teens in the Public Theater world premiere of INITIATIVE, an epic new play by Emerging Writers Group alumnus Else Went and directed by The Public Theater’s inaugural Directing Fellow Emma Rosa Went. Read the reviews!

The RSC has announced Pamela Carter, James Fritz, Natasha Gordon, Karim Khan, Laura Lomas and Vinay Patel as the six playwrights taking part in its 2026 COHORT programme.

Award-winning playwright and actor Brian Copeland’s family-friendly holiday show The Jewelry Box ushers in the season with two special performances at The Marsh.

In honor of the Aida’s 25th anniversary, BroadwayWorld spoke to stars Heather Headley (Aida), Adam Pascal (Radames), Sherie Rene Scott (Amneris), Schele Williams (Nehebka), as Thomas Schumacher (original producer and Disney Theatrical Group chief for its first three decades), lyricist Tim Rice, and book writer David Henry Hwang to compile an oral history of the show’s early days, transition to Broadway, and legacy beyond the boards.

Thanksgiving is coming up in just a few weeks and it's time to make meal plans.  Whether you are gathering a group or just going solo for dinner, check out the many options around the boroughs that are available. 

Houston Grand Opera has announced the appointment of American conductor James Gaffigan as the fifth Music Director in the company's 70-year history.

Annabel’s Sister, a new play by George Kolber, will present two industry readings in New York, directed by Matt Okin. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

As the fight for women to have equal rights and opportunities has evolved, so has the presence of plays telling these stories. When I wrote my book, Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out, the first-ever book about female musical theatre writers, I researched many musicals that are in this genre as well.

Tony Award-winning Producer Kevin McCollum [RENT, Avenue Q, In The Heights] upcoming Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)], who was honored at their annual gala, generated more revenue for the progressive advocacy organization.

The Public Theater will begin previews for the New York premiere of OH HAPPY DAY!. The production has now been extended. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

As part of its 2025 Fall Puppet Forum Series and in conjunction with its exhibition Art, Movement, Imagination: 60 Years of UConn Puppeteers, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will host a UConn Puppet Arts Alumni Puppet Forum.

BroadwayWorld chats with pioneering lesbian playwright and performer Terry Baum about her latest show 'Lesbo Solo: My Gay History Play' running at The Marsh Berkeley through October 12th. Her hilarious and deeply moving piece won 'Best of Fringe' at the San Francisco Fringe Festival.

The National Tour of THE NOTEBOOK is now underway! The tour launched on September 6, 2025, at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH. Read the reviews here!

K-pop legend THE RAIN will return to North America this fall with his 2025 THE RAIN TOUR [Still Raining: Encore]. Tickets for the three-city run will be available for presale starting September 26, with public sales beginning September 27.

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!

The Public Theater will begin previews for the New York premiere of THE OTHER AMERICANS. The production has extended its run. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Polarity Ensemble Books will release the third in a series of novels by Richard Engling celebrating the Chicago storefront theatre scene. The Very Last Production of King Lear is a work of comedic fiction.

Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC) will open its 2025–2026 “Timeless Tales” season with a laugh-out-loud, world-premiere adventure for the whole family: Not Your Mother’s Goose! The show will run October 3- November 2, 2025.

June Squibb is a beloved actor with an incredibly long career—but does 96 make her the oldest actor to play Broadway in a regular production with 8 performances a week? According to our research, that is indeed the case! 

The Emerson Colonial Theatre, an ATG Entertainment venue, will offer an eclectic mix of events this fall. See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present the 2025 Annual Festival in Tivoli, NY. The festival will feature offerings and original performances by artists innovating in dance, music, film, archiving, storytelling, and more.Learn more about the festival!

American Ballet Theatre will present two seasons at the David H. Koch Theater for 2025-2026. See the programming and learn how to purchase tickets here!

Anthony J. Wilkinson's “My Big Gay Italian Casino Adventure” will formally open off-off-Broadway at Sound Waves Theater at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Saturday, October 11, 2025.