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In what is clearly proving to be the must-see stage production of the new year so far here in Southern California, McCoy Rigby Entertainment's stunning new production of the 1979 Tony Award-winning classic SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET—now playing a limited engagement at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through February 22, 2026—has been revived locally with thrilling visuals, Broadway-caliber showmanship, creative hutzpah, and a spectacular cast led by Tony nominee Will Swenson as the titular vengeful London barber and the hilarious Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita as pie shop proprietor Mrs. Lovett.

Arcadia is set in April 1809 in a stately home in Derbyshire. Thomasina, a gifted pupil, proposes a startling theory, beyond her comprehension. All around her, the adults, including her tutor Septimus, are preoccupied with secret desires, illicit passions and professional rivalries. Two hundred years later, academic adversaries Hannah and Bernard are piecing together puzzling clues, curiously recalling those events of 1809, in their quest for an increasingly elusive truth.

This spring, The Herd will present their interactive baby show, COUNTING SHEEPS, across various theatres in the South East of England. The show offers a unique experience for babies and toddlers with live music, bubbles, and tactile exploration.

It was a harrowing winter storm that blocked streets, closed schools and generally paralyzed the city for days. But it wasn’t quite bad enough to qualify as one of the 'festive near-death adventures' that comprise Iris Bahr’s “Stories from the Brink!” though it certainly affected its run. 

Read a conversation with Di Spirito about the second most famous musical about chess...and butt plugs? The show opened January 11 and plays now through February 8th

The B St. Theatre is kicking off its 40th anniversary season with an ambitious piece, and if you’ve never seen a show there, you should make this current production your first. You’ll become their number one fan, just like Annie Wilkes in this adaptation of Stephen King’s 1987 novel, Misery. William Goldman, who adapted both the film and stage versions, appreciated the story’s psychological battle, which is brought to life with suspense and unexpected humor under John Lamb’s direction.

Veteran journalist Harry Haun, who covered theater for more than 50 years, passed away on February 2. He had been admitted to the ICU last week with congestive heart failure. He was 85 and is survived by his husband, Charles Nelson.

Not just one but two films featuring controversial original school musicals premiered at the Sundance Film Festival this year, and BroadwayWorld was on hand to discuss with the cast members of THE MUSICAL and RUN AMOK on their respective carpets.

Simon Gordon and Daniel Wood of Kinda Dusty Ltd. will present The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight, a gala concert celebrating 50 years of Rhiannon.

NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Patti LuPone's revival concert Matters of the Heart, Isaac Mizrahi's annual Valentine's Day residency at the Carlyle Cafe, jazz and more.

What did our critic think of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre?

Alavi gives insight into Sound, a highly autobiographical play that fuses personal and political storytelling.

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

Justin Tanner works as a creative consultant for numerous projects in theatre, film, and television and has credits including more than 20 produced plays as well as credits writing TV shows and web series. I decided to speak with him about the process of writing such a personal play.

See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month, at a range of budget points including Dianna Agron, Jeff Harnar, Melissa Errico and more.

From the Rose Theatre in Kingston, to Wolverhampton, to Chichester and soon to arrive in the West End, Ntombizodwa Ndlovu talks the journey of Marie & Rosetta, learning, legacy and the joy of working on a two hander with Beverley Knight.

Brendan O'Leary (Romeo) and Nadia Ra'Shaun (Juliet) pull back the curtain on the 'young energy' and intense preparation behind their title roles in Shakespeare's most famous tragedy. From the technicalities of 'Juliet Boot Camp' and the secret musicality of Shakespearean vowels to the high-stakes anxiety of playing dead for 16 minutes while school groups watch for a flinch, the duo explores how they keep a 400-year-old story feeling urgent and real.

Grief can feel like its own disease, a highly personalized feeling where no two people will share the exact thoughts or emotional journey. It lingers, and if those facing it are not careful, it can quickly consume the person’s life. Ronin Theatre Collective’s production of Ashley Rose Wellman’s SHRINES brilliantly dives into these themes at the play’s world premiere.

The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO), along with Spectrum News NY1, announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Obie Awards. We have the full list of winners!

Next month, 54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and more. 

Why see one play when you can see three? The Actors' Gang presents More Miracles, a trio of original one-act plays ranging from absurd comedy to heartfelt reflection, running through Feb. 21 in Culver City. BroadwayWorld talked with the writers to find out what audiences can expect.

We had the pleasure of interviewing Andy Chiang of the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company about the dance company and the upcoming performances to celebrate Year of the Horse at NJPAC.

Make no mistake, the writing is dated and it’s far from being a masterpiece, but the production does something that’s so specifically disturbing that it’s difficult to ignore. Bateman’s raison d’être is unnerving to begin with. Once you combine this archetypal psychopath with a jaunty synth-heavy score and a glitzy choreo, watching our executioner dance maniacally with a cleaver becomes a spectacle in itself.

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 February 2026 include Dance of Death and more.

In his first book, Opening Doors: Reimagining the American Musical, John Doyle reflects on the 50-year theatrical journey taken by a boy who never dreamt it could happen to him. Through simply working at his craft and trying to earn a living he gained a reputation for thinking outside of the box and is credited with helping create a new art form – that of actor-musician led musical theatre. Read an excerpt here!