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You mentioned old, and I don't feel old! I feel like high school was yesterday. There are certain parts of the show that are a little bit more physical that make me feel old, like falling on the ground, or in the karate scene, and that stuff.

Today’s subject Kokayi is currently living his theatre life as the composer of John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest at Mosaic Theater Company. The show runs through May 3rd at Atlas Performing Arts Center in their Sprenger Theatre space.

The life, ideas, and martyrdom of Italian philosopher Giordano Bruno will be brought to life at the GNO Alternative Stage at the SNFCC through a new opera production titled The Word.

BroadwayWorld is featuring Ismael Loutfi in a special Off-Broadway Debut of the Month! Read BroadwayWorld's full interview with Ismael as he talks about performing Ismael Loutfi: Heavenly Baba Off-Broadway at SoHo Playhouse.

Anya Reiss reimagines the Ibsen classic for a disaster capitalist's world, but never establishes the credibility it needs

Natey Jones and Madeline Charlemagne are set to reprise their roles in the reggae musical THE HARDER THEY COME, returning to Stratford East from 16 May to 4 July 2026, with Chanice Alexander-Burnett joining as Elsa from 8 June.

BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL announced its full cast for its West End run at the Prince Edward Theatre, with performances beginning May 20, 2026. David Fynn leads as Beetlejuice, joined by Hannah Nordberg, David Hunter, Chelsea Halfpenny, and Aimie Atkinson.

Children's Theatre Company announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring two world premiere musicals, SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL, PINOCCHIO, and a new Discovery Series with three limited-engagement productions.

NYFA and NYC's Dept. of Cultural Affairs announced 129 recipients of the 2026 Queens Arts Fund, distributing $493,350 in grants to Queens-based artists, collectives, and small nonprofits across disciplines.

Olney Theatre Center announced an open call for new team-developed work proposals for its 2026-27 Vanguard Arts Fund, offering workshop time, stipends, and housing to support artists at any stage of development.

Lead casting has been announced for the return of THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East, running May 16 through July 4, 2026. Directed by Matthew Xia, the production features a stage adaptation by Suzan-Lori Parks, based on the 1970s Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone.

The greatest is groovin' again, and 54 Below has her for the next couple of weeks, all in honor of her DOB.

A tremendous cast breathes new life into this Broadway classic. See what our critic had to say.

Theater Resources Unlimited's ACT26 series will continue with actor workshops and panel discussions, leading to auditions on May 2-3 before up to 40 theater companies, producers, agents, and casting directors. Registration closes April 22.

Cabaret star Kim David Smith returns to Joe’s Pub on Saturday May 2, 2026 at 9:30 pm with Comme Une Folle – torch songs for tough times because gay (or else). Read a conversation with Smith about the show.

After competing together on Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars last year, Mark Ballas and Whitney Leavitt have reunited on Broadway's Chicago and caught up with Good Morning America to commemorate this milestone. Watch the segment now.

Hubbard Street's playful and eclectic winter program marks the company's return to its American roots.

Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.

Colombian cumbia artist Yeison Landero will celebrate the release of his new single 'Santa Lucia' on Brooklyn label Names You Can Trust at TV Eye in Ridgewood, Queens on May 21.

Florida Studio Theatre announced the winners of its 2026 Young Playwrights Festival, selected from over 5,000 submissions. Winning plays are now onstage, with Young Playwrights Festival Day set for May 16, 2026.

The third annual GIGI'S NYC BROADWAY CABARET was a night packed with music, information, emotion, and people. Next year, let's pack that place even more.

The Plano Symphony Orchestra will present BREAKING CLASSICAL on June 24, 2026, at the Meyerson Symphony Center, featuring Houston-based FLY DANCE COMPANY fusing hip-hop movement with works by Stravinsky, Debussy, and Vivaldi.

Playhouse Square announced the 2026-27 Broadway in Akron season, featuring BEETLEJUICE, THE BODYGUARD, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, and THE WIZ at E.J. Thomas Hall. Season packages range from $95 to $380.

Jessica Parks is a maverick London Crown Court Judge; sharp, compassionate, and determined to change a system she knows isn’t always just. But her career exists inter alia (‘among other things’) as she balances motherhood, friendship and the elusive notion of ‘having it all’. So, when an unthinkable event rocks her finely tuned life, can she hold her family together – or will everything fall apart? Rosamund Pike returns to Suzie Miller's explosive second play-what did the critics think?

CATS: The Jellicle Ball has officially brought its runway to Broadway! The musical revival opens tonight Broadhurst Theatre. Did the critics have a ball at this innovative new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical classic? Find out in our review roundup!