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Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre will present a free open rehearsal offering a unique glimpse into the creative process behind their upcoming work. The event will take place at their studio in New York.

The Great Gatsby North American tour is now open in Baltimore! Watch a video of their opening night curtain call, featuring a first look at the company in costume. It stars Jake David Smith as Jay Gatsby, Senzel Ahmady as Daisy Buchanan, and more.

Long Beach Symphony will soon present “Pepe Romero Returns”, a highlight of the 2025–26 Classical Series, on February 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM at the Long Beach Terrace Theater. This exceptional evening will feature the return of iconic classical guitar virtuoso Pepe Romero, joined by the Long Beach Symphony under the direction of Music Director Eckart Preu.

The latest episode of Real Time with Bill Maher will feature a one-on-one interview with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame singer and songwriter John Mellencamp. This week’s panel discussion includes Chris Christie and Chrystia Freeland.

Broadway star Leslie Margherita took to Instagram to confirm that she, along with fellow Broadway performer Max Clayton, was in the audience for the new Muppet Show special, which was released this week.

“El musical español es el más desconocido de todos y quería rellenar ese hueco para que sepamos de dónde venimos“, nos comenta el director ante el lanzamiento de su obra.

The full lineup of titles and artists has been revealed for Seattle Opera's 2026/27 season. An exploration of love in all its facets, the company's 63rd season features two classic operas returning to Seattle for the first time in a quarter century.

LA Phil Insight and MOCA will present Star-Crossed Rendezvous, a dual-site program pairing Haegue Yang’s exhibition with a live performance of Isang Yun’s Double Concerto.

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.

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. 

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that the award-winning actress and comedian Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in Home Alone and Schitt's Creek, has passed away at the age of 71.

The polish non-replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA has announced they will release a cast recording. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland.

Cast members from The Great Gatsby performed a special halftime show at Pride Night with the New York Knicks earlier this week. Led by Dariana Mullen, watch a video of the ensemble of the hit Broadway musical performing 'La Dee Dah.'

The latest episode of Real Time with Bill Maher features a one-on-one interview with Nate Bargatze, and a panel discussion with Joe Scarborough and Marjorie Taylor Greene.

The Great Gatsby's Aisha Jackson kicked off Pride Night with the New York Knicks by singing the National Anthem. Watch the video now! The hit Broadway musical also performed during halftime at the game.

Gabriele Davis will present a family storytime event, 'Our Joyful Noise', focusing on interactive children's storytelling, set to take place at the Palace Theater.

New York City Center Encores! is giving a first look inside the rehearsal room for High Spirits. Watch videos of the star-studded cast singing 'You Better Love Me,' 'Where is the Man I Married?,' and 'Go Into Your Trance.'

During a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers, Tony Award‑winning composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman recalled how he went from being a Bette Midler superfan to working with her after moving to New York. Check out the interview now.

This history gives context to the legacies of theatrical dynasties—considered to consist of at least three subsequent generations of theatre creators. In 2026, there is a stigma around any successful professional who follows a parent into their line of work, with this being seen as a pattern of nepotism.

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!

Kansas City Ballet has announced a celebration of a quarter century of distinctive community engagement with the launch of the 2025-26 season's Reach Out And Dance Program (R.O.A.D.).

THE SOUND OF SPRING Chinese New Year Concert returns to New York City on February 14 and 15, featuring a blend of Chinese and Western music at Fisher Center and Rose Theater.

Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, and more have been nominated at the 2026 BAFTA Awards. Other notable nominations include Ethan Hawke for Richard Linklater's Blue Moon and Kate Hudson for the musical Song Sung Blue. Check out the full list!

The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Heated Rivalry The Unauthorized Musical Parody will premiere at the Laurie Beechman Theater this March. Based on the hit HBO show, this new musical was written by Dylan MarcAurele and will be directed by Alan Kliffer.