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Video: A MIRRORED MONET Releases All New Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026


Producers of the West End premiere of new musical, A Mirrored Monet have released a brand-new video trailer as the production continues its run at Charing Cross Theatre through until 9 May.

Review: THE PLOUGH AND THE STARS at Abbey Theatre
by Adi Ajzenstadt - Mar 15, 2026


As an expat in Dublin, it is easy to inhabit a 'Future Ready' version of the city. The tech hubs, the digital trends, and the fast-paced day-to-day consume us. We often walk these streets without digging into the history of the ground we stand on, treating the past as a distant backdrop rather than a foundation.

Video: Dean John-Wilson Performs 'In The Light' From A MIRRORED MONET
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026


An all new music video has been released from the West End premiere of new musical, A Mirrored Monet, featuring Dean John-Wilson singing 'In The Light' ahead of the show's opening at Charing Cross Theatre on 14 March. 

Photos: A MIRRORED MONET in Rehearsal at Charing Cross Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026


Rehearsal images have been released for new musical A Mirrored Monet which will receive its London premiere at Charing Cross Theatre next month. Check out the photos here!

Jeff Shankley and Dean John-Wilson Will Play Claude Monet in A MIRRORED MONET
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026


New musical A Mirrored Monet will receive its London premiere at Charing Cross Theatre where it will run from 14 March 2026 until 9 May 2026 with press night on 24 March 2026.

Historic Spots To See From Your Favorite Broadway Shows
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 14, 2025


One of the best parts of seeing a show in New York City is how there is often a relevant historic spot to visit, just steps away from the show you’re seeing. Here's just a few examples...

How Common Are Foreign Language Plays on Broadway? A Look at Translation Trends
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 23, 2025


While the large majority of plays that make it to Broadway were written in English, a small fraction of plays were originally penned in a different language and translated. 

Exclusive: THE BEACH BOYS 40 Greatest Songs - In Honor of the Passing of BRIAN WILSON (1942-2025)
by Peter Nason - Jun 11, 2025


Brian Wilson, musical genius and founder of the Beach Boys, died today (Wednesday, June 11, 2025), so in honor of him, here is an article of the 40 greatest Beach Boys songs that I wrote for Broadway World two years ago.  Love & Mercy, Brian!

21 Theater Books for Your Spring 2025 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2025


Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Spring 2025 reading list.

The Jupiter Quartet to Return to Adelphi University in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025


The Jupiter String Quartet will be presented in concert by Adelphi University at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: SHAW'S SHORTS at Washington Stage Guild
by Roger Catlin - Nov 26, 2024


What did our critic think of SHAW'S SHORTS at Washington Stage Guild?

Sony Classical To Release 'CHARLES IVES – THE ANTHOLOGY 1945–1976' This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 12, 2024


In celebration of the Ives 150th anniversary year, Sony Classical will present two of the most authoritative collections ever released of works by this eccentric, prophetic American genius.

DIAL M FOR MURDER Comes to Syracuse Stage This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024


 Syracuse Stage will begin the 24/25 subscription series with “Dial M for Murder,” Jeffrey Hatcher’s fresh adaptation of the classic crime thriller.

CSC to Present REDISCOVERY READINGS Featuring Plays By Zona Gale, Susan Glaspell, And More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024


Classic Stage Company will present REDISCOVERY READINGS series, featuring plays by Zona Gale, Susan Glaspell, and others. Learn more!

Cast and Creative Team Set For WITH COURAGE at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024


PlayWell Productions has announced the full cast and creative team for the upcoming London run of the new British folk musical With Courage, running at The Other Palace from 17-22 September.

Full Cast Set For JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK Starring J. Smith-Cameron and Mark Rylance
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024


The full cast has been announced for the new production of Seán O'Casey's timeless masterpiece, Juno and the Paycock, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus.

Navy Pier to Present Return of CHICAGO LIVE! in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024


Navy Pier has announced the return of its free performing arts festival 'Chicago Live!,' slated for Saturday, Sept. 21, and Sunday, Sept. 22. This year's event will be the largest to-date, welcoming more than 100 Chicago-grown performing groups in back-to-back performances across five Pier stages.

New Musical WITH COURAGE Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2024


A story of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, putting the lives of others before their own: With Courage is a new feel-good folk musical celebrating the history and sacrifice of people saving lives at sea in our coastal communities.  

PlayWell Productions To Premiere New Musical WITH COURAGE In Penzance For RNLI's 200th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024


PlayWell Productions premiere new musical With Courage in Penzance for RNLI's 200th anniversary.

Are There Lots of Musicals About Teenagers?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 2, 2024


This time, the reader question was: How often have Broadway musicals like The Outsiders been about teenagers?

RASPUTIN Returns to Four Humors in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Four Humors has announced the return of Rasputin, a theatrical exploration of the mystic mad monk’s notorious death, playing from May 9 through May 18, 2024, at Open Eye Theatre. This production is a bloody, hilarious investigation into the three alleged true accounts of Rasputin’s demise and the ensuing chaos of Mother Russia’s fate.

Interview: Tricia Corcoran of RAGTIME at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 9, 2024


Ragtime, based on the 1975 novel by E. L. Doctorow, premiered in Toronto in 1996 before opening on Broadway in 1998. The musical, by Terrance McNally, Stephen Flaherty, and Lynn Ahrens, tells the story of the United States in the early 20th century, focusing on the experiences and tensions that existed (and still exist) between different groups of people. It is a beautiful, thoughtful, and thought-provoking show, and audiences can experience it on stage at Dutch Apple through May 12th. Tricia Corcoran, who portrays Emma Goldman, spoke with BroadwayWorld about this production of Ragtime.

Who Decides the Drama Desk and Drama League Awards?
by Cara Joy David - Apr 1, 2024


It is award season. And every year newcomers to the industry ask what most of the awards are. In this series, I’ll hopefully explain that. I'll be looking at many of the major awards other than the Tony Awards. First up today: the Drama Desk Awards and the Drama League Awards.

PUCCINI, BUSONI, OFFENBACH and ROSSINI Announced Among the Attractions of Theatro Sao Pedro's 2024 Season
by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 12, 2024


The lyrical season will feature 12 titles, such as Turandot, by Busoni, Gianni Schicchi, by Puccini, Le Comte Ory, by Rossini, among others. The program also includes ballets, cinema and music, and concerts in a year in which São Pedro establishes partnerships with the Cinemateca, the São Paulo Companhia de Dança and guest orchestras.

2024 Drama League Awards Sets Dates for Eligibility, Nominations Announcement & Ceremony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024


The 2024 Drama League Awards has revealed upcoming dates to honor this seasons Broadway and Off-Broadway theatre. 

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