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To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Julie Andrews' expansive stage career, from My Fair Lady to Victor/Victoria, and more.

“I On the heels of A Noise Within productions of Gem of the Ocean, Seven Guitars, Radio Golf, King Hedley II and The Piano Lesson, director Gregg T. Daniel will return to direct August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone.

Two River Theater’s celebrated Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras) Festival of new plays by Latine playwrights will take place for its 14th year this summer. See the full lineup here and learn how to attend!

The Library of Congress has acquired the manuscripts, music and lyric drafts, recordings, notebooks and scrapbooks of legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim. Learn more here!

Palm Beach Symphony has revealed the 2025-2026 Masterworks Concert Series led by Music Director Gerard Schwarz. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Lyrics & Lyricists celebrate and examine Kander & Ebb's work with one final performance June 2 at 7 pm. This production deserves to move. Its talent is full of that quality the team wrote about as in their score for Chicago: CLASS!

The new musical Goddess can currently be seen in its New York premiere production at the Public Theater on Lafayette Street. Directed by the Public’s associate artistic director and resident director Saheem Ali, who is currently Tony Award-nominated for directing Buena Vista Social Club, Goddess is playing at the Public’s largest space by capacity, the Newman Theatre.

A strange, insistent music is coming back to Broadway. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Lincoln Center Theater will soon present Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Performances begin September 26. Member onsale May 13. Public onsale May 28.

The 2025 Tribeca Festival has revealed its lineup of talks, reunions, and retrospectives featuring groundbreaking artists, cultural icons, and unforgettable moments from cinema history.

Pegasus Theatre Chicago and Director ILesa Duncan have announced the casting for the revival of playwright Shay Youngblood's Shakin' the Mess Outta Misery.

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced complete casting for the epic closing of the 2024 – 2025 Season, Jesus Christ Superstar, which begins previews on May 14, 2025. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by Tim Rice and directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Jesus Christ Superstar runs May 14 – June 15. 

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, directed by Ola Ince. The Crucible is the first modern classic to be staged at the Globe Theatre.

Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

​​​​​​​New Jersey City University (NJCU) unveiled a commemorative plaque honoring distinguished alumna Dr. Betty Shabazz '71 during a special ceremony on Tuesday, March 4, as part of the university's Women's Herstory Month programming.

Celebrate a century of innovation at Goodman Theatre with six world premieres, including two musicals, a major cultural attraction, and beloved annual productions. Join us for a year-long citywide event and a festival of new plays from September 2025 to August 2026.

OPERA America has revealed the eight recipients of the 2025 Discovery Grants from its Opera Grants for Women Composers program. Learn more about the program and the awardees.

The world premiere recording of Lisa Bielawa’s song cycle Centuries in the Hours will be released on a new album from mezzo-soprano Leandra Ramm titled Watching glass, I hear you.

In cabaret master Melissa Errico's hands, familiar songs are recast as 'intimate conversations and private reflections,' perfect for a Valentine's Day weekend with your family, partner or friends. Read a conversation about the show, love, and more.

Amidst the renewed interest in Norwegian playwright Jon Fosse's plays since his Nobel Prize for Literature in 2023, New Light Theater Project will present his 'Night Sings Its Songs,' translated by Sarah Cameron Sunde and directed by Jerry Heymann,R, 410 West 42nd Street.

East West Players has announced its 60th Anniversary Diamond Legacy Season, helmed by recently appointed Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal. Learn more about the lineup here!

The musical TITANIQUE has officially set sail in Canada and is continuing to delight audiences at the Segal Centre in Montreal until November 24th, before opening in Toronto in December. A few weeks ago, Broadway World had the chance to chat with prominent Canadian performer, Kaylee Harwood who wears multiple hats as both Assistant Director and Standby for this production. It was a delight to hear from Kaylee about her excitement for this show and her experience so far.

OFC Creations Theatre Center will present McIver Ewing, well known for playing Waldo in THE LITTLE RASCALS and as Derek in FULL HOUSE as Peter Allen in OFC’s 2024-2025 season opener, The Boy From Oz.

The National Theatre of Scotland is set to make its presence known at the Edinburgh Festivals this August, with three productions being performed on the world stage.

Blake McIver Ewing and Tony Award Nominee Marcia Mitzman Gaven will headline THE BOY FROM OZ at OFC Creations Theatre Center in Rochester, NY. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Second show this spring at the Shawnee Mission Park Theatre In The Park, is ANASTASIA, a 2017 fairy tale based on a wished-for result concerning the Russian Grand Duchess Anatasia. This, in turn, was based on an earlier 1997 animated film and an even earlier imagining in a 1956 film. ANASTASIA the Musical is fortunate to have found some super voices for all its lead roles.