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Critics used to come to opening nights and rush back and write their reviews to try to get them in the early editions of next day’s newspaper. Eventually, preview periods became longer, but we still held onto the opening night critic tradition for a while.

CABLE STREET, a celebrated British musical, will make its international debut at 59E59 Theaters in New York this April, featuring its original London cast and creative team. Learn more here!

Check out production photos from Ed's Filmworks' West Coast premiere of Kind Stranger ... a memory play, conceived and performed by Rick Simone-Friedland, and adapted and directed by Steven Simone-Friedland.

PCPA will present Shane, a bold and moving stage adaptation by acclaimed playwright Karen Zacarías (Native Gardens) — a California premiere playing February 12 through March 1, 2026, at the Marian Theatre.

The wickedly funny musical Damn Yankees, sponsored by the Dream Alliance Foundation, opens February 13 at Theatre Arlington, and runs through March 8, 2026.

A major winter storm is on the way! Find out what happens to Broadway shows during the snow including how to get refunds and if the show will go on.

Quentin Earl Darrington, Ryan Vona, and Addie Morales will step into the roles of Phantom and Christine in the off-Broadway hit Masquerade. New additional cast members have been revealed.

Kids' Night on Broadway will return to New York City with 18 participating Broadway shows. Kids’ Night on Broadway allows anyone 18 and under to attend a participating Broadway show for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult.

As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.

Dear John, a solo show by Rachel Lin, will premiere at HERE Arts Center. Dear John is a solo show based on a true story about what happens when a long-absent father finds his not-quite-adult daughter through a social networking website.

BroadwayWorld spoke to Cher Álvarez about the upcoming production of Paranoma Activity at Shakespeare Theatre Company, running January 28th through February 7th, 2026.

Portland Stage will begin 2026 with big belly laughs! Bringing this three-time Tony Award-winning laugh riot, Lend Me A Tenor by Ken Ludwig, to the stage.

The Parker in Fort Lauderdale will host an array of stand-up comedians and celebrity performances throughout February, offering a diverse lineup of entertainment.

Sound Theatre Company has announced its 20th Anniversary Season, marking two decades of producing theatre in Seattle under the faithful leadership of Founding Co-Artistic Director Teresa Thuman.

Ready to see your next Broadway show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week. Check out the shows we recommend that you should snag tickets (and a great deal!) to right now.

Just months ago, Masquerade sprung into existence on 57th Street, bringing a fully immersive The Phantom of the Opera back to phans from around the world. Watch in this video as Hugh Panaro and Francesca Mehrotra chat more about the intricacies of the production, how the puzzle all fits together, and so much more!

Graham Bickley, Rob Houchen, and Kelly Mathieson are set to join Ramin Karimloo in the upcoming production of TO MAURY, WITH LOVE.

A.C.T.'s Toni Rembe Theater has announced the cast for its upcoming production of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY. The show, set to captivate audiences with its thrilling narrative, will feature a talented ensemble of actors.

THE ROLL PLAYERS will return for its second season on January 27, 2026, at Comedy Bar Danforth, featuring a lineup of top Canadian comedians and a new D&D campaign.

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1/18/2026.

The festival runs from 25 February to 8 March in Glasgow.

Rubicon Theatre Company will continue its 2025/26 season with The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from John Buchan’s iconic spy novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary 1935 film.

All new production photos have been released from Beautiful Little Fool, the brand new musical which opened at Southwark Playhouse Borough last week. Learn more and check out the photos here!

The terror continues as the chilling ghost story It Walks Around The House At Night from award-winning theatre company ThickSkin creeps into Southwark Playhouse Borough in March for its London premiere.

St Helens Theatre Royal will present the classic family show JACK AND THE BEANSTALK during the upcoming half term, offering a magical experience for audiences of all ages.