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Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for September 2026 include Come From Away and more.

Norwich Theatre has appointed Dr. Laura Crossley to lead a consultancy project examining how the organization engages freelance workers, aiming to develop a new Freelance Charter.

Nashville singer-songwriter Max McNown released his new single COMETS, blending '80s pop with folk-inspired production ahead of his upcoming third studio album, LEAVE ON A LIGHT.

Pittsburgh darkwave-shoegaze band LOWSUNDAY released 'Someone To Talk To,' a new single from its BLACK EP that examines loneliness, betrayal and misplaced trust through shimmering guitars and dream-pop textures.

Theatre Memphis will present William Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT on its Next Stage, directed by John Maness, exploring mistaken identity and unrequited love.

Kim McClay has released a music video for 'Velveteen Girls,' the opening track from her EP WORTH IT, which explores female empowerment, vulnerability, and self-acceptance.

Anberlin announced its ninth studio album, the first full-length effort to feature Matty Mullins on lead vocals, and released the single NEVERAFTER along with a music video.

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company will present a panel on mid-sized Chicago theatres, featuring artistic leaders from Remy Bumppo, A Red Orchid, Teatro Vista and About Face at Theater Wit.

Tony winner Lena Hall opens up about playing a grieving daughter on Your Friends & Neighbors while her own father was dying in real life.

'AmberS' is currently being staged as the inaugural production of the newly opened EX THEATER ARIAKE in Tokyo’s Ariake district. Bringing together some of Japan’s most distinguished creative talents, including creative producer, original creator, and playwright Shigeaki Kato, director Masahiko Kawahara, music director Taisei Iwasaki, and character design supervisor Isao Tsuge, the production presents a visually and emotionally compelling theatrical experience. Centered on Kazuya Ohashi’s spirited youth Evel and Takuto Teranishi s enigmatic pianist Alan, the story follows a cast of characters navigating a world on the brink of transformation. This review takes a closer look at the dress rehearsal held on April 24.

Almost forty years after its Australian premiere at Sydney Theatre Company in 1989, Larry Kramer's groundbreaking, semi-autobiographical and Tony and Olivier Award-winning masterpiece The Normal Heart returns for STC's 2026 season.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 19, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Tony Award-winning producer Mara Isaacs (Hadestown, Gypsy) has announced the launch of I Feel Myself to Be Part of Something, a bold new documentary anthology exploring how the arts shape, uplift, and define communities across the United States.

Art Lab will present its third annual Toast to Broadway, celebrating the New York theatrical season and honoring the artists who make it happen. The event takes place on Monday, June 16, 2025 starting at 6 p.m. at The Players NYC (16 Gramercy Park South).

Tonys time is here at last! The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!

The Covent Garden Street Performers Association has announced a major public celebration marking 50 years of modern street performance in Covent Garden. The one-day event will feature a full programme of performances from past and present artists

Ensemble Theatre Company has announced additional casting for an add-on production to its season, the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS, written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel and directed by Andy Fickman.

Genre-fluid musical duo poptropicaslutz! have announced their sophomore album ‘the new 925’ out March 28th. Building on the release of the lead single, the band presents a new puzzle-piece to the project with “tryna get that kate moss 2025.” Listen to it now!

BroadwayWorld has put together a list of ten films about theater for those seeking a taste of Broadway drama (or comedy). Take a look at the list here and happy watching!

New York City Mayor Eric Adams, First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres Springer, and New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Laurie Cumbo have announced, “NYC Create in Place ,” a pilot program that provides centralized support focused on preserving, accessing, and expanding creative spaces for the city's cultural organizations and creative businesses.

Australian-born NYC cabaret star Kim David Smith blends Weimar-era classics with contemporary pop at Café Sabarsky and Club Cumming. Known as the 'David Bowie of cabaret,' Smith channels Marlene Dietrich while reimagining songs from Friedrich Hollander to Kylie Minogue, creating immersive performances that prioritize presence over 'authenticity.'

The Mabel Mercer Foundation has announced the 35th New York Cabaret Convention, set for October 22-24, 2024, celebrating a significant milestone in the cabaret community.

Buckle up, and witness the ride of genre-defying, alt-pop breakout Alemeda, the burgeoning singer-songwriter who's not holding back. With hooks that hit harder than your ex’s excuses, Alemeda’s latest single, “I hate your face,” is here to shake up your playlists.

In the ‘60s Walt Disney was rumoured to have frozen himself to cheat it. In the ‘90s Goldie Hawn and Meryl Streep accidentally dodged it. Today, we do everything we can not to look like we’re getting near it. In a show filled with confessions, songs and an explanation as to why no decent death jokes exist, we face death head-on and consider whether our lives could be made richer by talking about it.  

Rubicon Theatre celebrates 25 years of its Summer Youth Education Program with four youth productions, including FROZEN KIDS and RICHARD III, showcasing young talent and diverse theatrical performances.