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Romantic Comedy

Closing: October 18, 1980

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Ethel Barrymore Theatre (Broadway)
243 West 47th St. New York, NY


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Summerhall Arts Reveals Final 30 Shows Of 2026 Festival Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026


Summerhall Arts announced its final 30 shows for its 2026 festival, including an 80-seat Sauna Theatre, Shaparak Khorsandi's debut play KISMET, Hannah Maxwell's new show, and productions from Francesca Moody Productions and theatregoose.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center Unveils 2026 New York City Ballet Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026


Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) has announced its 2026 NEW YORK CITY BALLET (NYCB) residency from July 8-11 as part of its celebratory 60th anniversary season.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center Reveals 2026 NY City Ballet Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026


Saratoga Performing Arts Center has announced its 2026 NEW YORK CITY BALLET (NYCB) residency from July 8-11 as part of its celebratory 60th anniversary season.

Florida's Sun & Stars International Film Festival Sets Screening Schedule- Check Out the Full Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 30, 2025


The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival (SASIFF) will launch its fourth season in 2026 with screenings of 28 movies, including an assortment of comedies, dramas, and documentaries. Check out the full lineup here.

Spotlight on Plays: Winter 2025/26
by Team BWW - Nov 15, 2025


The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in Winter 2025/26.

All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025


BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!

Third Eye Theatre Launches 1st Annual Portland Pride Play Festival at Coho Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2025


Pride Month celebrations in Portland will extend into late July with the launch of the 1st Annual Portland Pride Play Festival, presented by Third Eye Theatre.

Kindling Arts Unveils Full Programming Line-up for 8th Annual Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025


Kindling Arts will present 19 projects for its 2025 Festival, united by the 'Fortunes & Fates' festival theme. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

The Unforgettable Broadway Events of 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 31, 2024


Check out some of our favorite 2024 memories with Oh, Mary!, Wicked, Gypsy and more! As we look ahead to all that 2025 has to bring, let's take a short trip down memory lane of some of our favorite things about 2024.

Theater For The New City Presents SOUP IN THE SECOND ACT By Barry Primus
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024


Barry Primus's new play, SOUP IN THE SECOND ACT, will be presented at Theater for the New City from September 26 to October 6. Learn more about the resident theater production.

Rita Moreno, Ben Vereen, & More to Attend 2024 TCM Classic Cruise
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024


EGOT-winner Rita Moreno, Tony Award-winner Ben Vereen, and stage and screen legend sisters Hayley and Juliet Mills are set to attend the TCM Classic Cruise, sailing October 26, 2024, from Fort Lauderdale to Cozumel and Disney Castaway Cay on the Disney Magic.

Matthew Kelly and Julie Legrand Join Theatre Royal Windsor's FILUMENA
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2024


Matthew Kelly and Julie Legrand will join the previously announced Felicity Kendal in the Bill Kenwright Ltd/Theatre Royal Windsor production of Filumena directed by Sean Mathias. 

Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Reveals July 2024 Programming
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances.

SWEENEY TODD, TWELFTH NIGHT and More Set For Portland Center Stage's 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024


Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2024
by - May 20, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend. 

Ryan G. Hinds Will Host the 44th Dora Mavor Moore Awards; New Category Announced
by Joshua Wright - Mar 27, 2024


The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) announced today that the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards will be held Monday, June 24th at the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre. The celebration will be hosted by Toronto theatre icon Ryan G. Hinds.

Review: STANDING AT SKY'S EDGE, Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Franco Milazzo - Feb 29, 2024


Through the lens of three households living in Sheffield’s Park Hill housing estate, Chris Bush examines family and politics in modern Britain.

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024


London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Video: Watch 'I'm Gonna Be Strong' From BRONCO BILLY THE MUSICAL At Charing Cross Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2024


'I'M GONNA BE STRONG' - New music video released from Bronco Billy The Musical opening this week at the Charing Cross Theatre. Watch now on YouTube.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for BRONCO BILLY - THE MUSICAL
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 10, 2024


Photos have been released going inside rehearsals for the new musical Bronco Billy – The Musical. See all the photos below.

Cher Returns to the Billboard Hot 100 After 21 Years
by Michael Major - Dec 26, 2023


“DJ Play a Christmas Song” came in at No. 94 with the recent flurry of Christmas music topping the charts. The song is from Cher's acclaimed Christmas album, released earlier this year. In case fans want to 'Turn Back Time,' this is the first entry that the mega-star has had on the chart since 'Song For The Lonely' in 2002.

Photos: The Inspired Acting Company's Presents TALLEY'S FOLLY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2023


The Inspired Acting Company has announced an enchanting new production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play 'Talley's Folly' by Lanford Wilson, a romantic comedy that tackles issues ranging from anti-semitism and coping with trauma to our unquenchable thirst for human connection. 

Video: Johnny Mathis and Kristin Chenoweth Sing 'Santa Claus Is Coming to Town'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2023


An all new video has been released, featuring Kristin Chenoweth and Johnny Mathis performing 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town'! The video features an endearing animated version of the two performers as they ring in the holiday season.

San Francisco Opera Guild Hosts AN EVENING ON THE STAGE Benefit
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023


San Francisco Opera Guild's An Evening on the Stage gala dinner honors Karen J. Kubin and Mary and Bill Poland on Tuesday, November 28 at the War Memorial Opera House.

The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023


Join The Inspired Acting Company for their captivating production of TALLEY'S FOLLY, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play that explores themes of love, identity, and human connection. Don't miss this unforgettable performance in Walled Lake, MI.

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