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Interview: Will Savarese in BULL DURHAM at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 22, 2025


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Will Savarese who plays the starring role of Nuke in Bull Durham. 

Video: Carmen Cusack Sings 'The Church of Baseball' in Rehearsals for BULL DURHAM
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2025


Bull Duhram is coming to the stage! Watch in this video as Carmen Cusack (Annie Savoy) and the cast of Bull Durham perform 'The Church of Baseball' ahead of opening night at Paper Mill Playhouse.

25 Theater Books for Your Fall 2025 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 12, 2025


We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, 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 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2025 reading list.

Listen: TRON: ARES Soundtrack by Nine Inch Nails Now Available
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2025


The official soundtrack for TRON: Ares, featuring all original music created by Nine Inch Nails for the third installment in the film franchise, is now available. Listen to it here.

2025 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction- A Full Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 21, 2025


The big day is almost here! It is one of the most anticipated events of the season for theater lovers. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction is about to take over the Theatre District and we have all info you need to prepare yourself for the big day!

COMEDY NIGHT LIVE! Comes To State Theatre New Jersey In September 27
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025


State Theatre New Jersey and Stress Factory Comedy Club will present Comedy Night Live! on September 27, 2025, at 8pm. The night of laughs features Mike Sicoli, Jon Bramnick, Joey Kola, and Vinnie Brand.

Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer and More Join WORKING GIRL at La Jolla Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025


La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for its world-premiere musical Working Girl, music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award winner Cyndi Lauper. Learn more here!

The 38th Hispanic Heritage Awards Set PBS Air Date
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025


The 38th Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards (HHAs) will air nationwide on Friday, September 26, at 9:00 p.m. ET on PBS. The awards, taped for broadcast on Thursday, September 4, at the historic Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., will also stream on PBS.org.

Christopher Plummer In the Spotlight: From Broadway to THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Beyond
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025


To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Christopher Plummer's expansive stage career, from Cyrano to King Lear, and more.

Review: SMALL ACTS OF LOVE, Citizens Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Sep 13, 2025


In the wake of the Pan Am 103 atrocity in December 1988, the people of Lockerbie responded with heartwarming acts of kindness for the relatives of people who died on board. In the face of the most extraordinary adversity, these two distant communities from Southwest Scotland and New York State built a lasting connection through friendship, compassion and humanity.

Review: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES at The Schoolhouse Theater
by Pia Haas - Sep 13, 2025


What did our critic think of LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES at The Schoolhouse Theater?

Polly Holliday, ALICE Star and Tony Nominee, Passes Away at 88
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony nominee Polly Holliday, best known as Flo the waitress in the 1970s sitcom Alice, has passed away at the age of 88.

Alan Bennett's TALKING HEADS to Launch UK Tour in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025


The Play's The Thing, a professional theatre company based in Milton Keynes, is bringing Alan Bennett's iconic 'Talking Heads' to UK audiences showcasing two of the collection's most beloved monologues: 'A Lady of Letters' and 'Soldiering On'. Learn more!

The Conspirators Bring DUCK SOUP to Stars & Garters
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025


The Conspirators will present Duck Soup by Harry Ruby and Burt Kalmar, adapted from the Marx Brothers' movie for the stage by Sid Feldman and directed by Wm. Bullion, at the NEW Stars & Garters venue.

August Wilson’s JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE to be Presented at A Noise Within
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025


“I On the heels of A Noise Within productions of Gem of the Ocean, Seven Guitars, Radio Golf, King Hedley II and The Piano Lesson, director Gregg T. Daniel will return to direct August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone.

HAIRSPRAY Comes to Theatre Tulsa
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025


Theatre Tulsa is ready to tease up the hair and turn up the volume with the high-energy Broadway musical Hairspray, running September 12–21 at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center's Williams Theatre.

Justin Collette, Isabella Esler and More To Lead BEETLEJUICE Broadway Return
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025


Producers have announced full casting for Beetlejuice the Musical’s third Broadway engagement, set to begin performances October 8, 2025, at the Palace Theatre (160 W. 47th Street) for a limited 13-week run through January 3, 2026.

Review: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES HEATS UP THE STAGE at Schoolhouse Theater
by Bruce Apar - Sep 9, 2025


In Ms. Rodgers and Mr. Zeller, this production has two superlative actors who attack their meaty roles with unvarnished relish, and the audience is the beneficiary of their talents.

Review: COME TOGETHER: A CELEBRATION OF THE BEATLES at Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - Sep 8, 2025


This electric production will have you clapping, singing along, and dancing in your seats. Get your tickets now!

Eighth Annual China Now Music Festival In New York Unveils 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025


The US-China Music Institute at Bard College is launching ticket sales for the eighth annual China Now Music Festival, taking place in New York City and at Bard College. Learn more!

From the West End to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Penelope Wilton's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025


Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

Tickets to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at The Fabulous Fox on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025


Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, are on sale now for its engagement at The Fabulous Fox. Learn more and see how to purchase tickeets.

Photos: BULL DURHAM in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025


Paper Mill Playhouse kicked off rehearsals this week for Bull Durham, the first production of its 2025-2026 season. Check out rehearsal photos from the production here!

Gary Clarke Company’s DETENTION Will Kick Off Autumn Leg of UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025


Gary Clarke Company’s dance theatre show, DETENTION will begin the autumn leg of its UK tour later this month, with performances in Newcastle, Oxford, Doncaster, Blackpool and Brighton.

What's Next for the Ed Sullivan Theatre?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 20, 2026


The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.

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