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Performances are underway for The Public Theater’s Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Romeo & Juliet. The cast includes Ra’Mya Latiah Aikens as Juliet and Daniel Bravo Hernández as Romeo. Watch the famous balcony scene here!

Commemorating her time on Broadway 25 years ago, Reba McEntire has shared two never-before-released songs, “You Can't Get A Man With A Gun” and “I Got Lost In His Arms,” from her lead performance as “Annie Oakley” in Annie Get Your Gun. Listen to them below.

Time is running out to experience Elephant Shoes, the new musical from Two River Theater and Deaf West Theatre. Tickets are limited, and the best remaining seats can be found at this weekend's Friday and Saturday performances.

Watch footage from the designer run of Shrek The Musical at The Muny! Opening this Thursday, the production stars Nik Walker as Shrek and Kara Lindsay as Fiona. The video features Aymee Garcia as Gingy, singing 'Freak Flag' with the cast.

Composer and songwriter Peter Melnick has released his debut single, “Bring Them Home,” available now on all streaming platforms alongside an accompanying music video. The track serves as the first glimpse into a forthcoming songwriting project from Melnick. Listen to it now.

Yvonne Bell, President and CEO of the McCallum Theatre, has appointed Eric Sims as Chief Programming and Operating Officer for the renowned performing arts center.

Sony Pictures Classics will release The Only Living Pickpocket in New York on October 16, 2026, in Los Angeles and New York, before expanding nationwide on October 23, 2026.

Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd, will arrive on Premium Digital and Premium Video on Demand beginning Tuesday, June 23, from Lionsgate.

I say Spain, you say…? Flamenco! And Gala Flamenca 2026 to be specific. Heralded as the centrepiece of the Flamenco Festival at Sadler’s Wells, I doubt anyone that attended one of the three shows will have been disappointed - I was overwhelmed by the talent, passion, authenticity and modernity in action.

Samantha Pauly (Six) has set her final performance as Jordan Baker in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. The original cast member will depart the production in July, after over two years and 900 performances in the role on Broadway.

The Gilmore and Lucerne's Le Piano Symphonique are launching a joint collaboration featuring 17-year-old Canadian pianist Sophia Liu in performances across Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Lucerne, Switzerland.

Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the Philadelphia premiere of Oh, Mary!, the Tony and Olivier Award-winning comedy written and directed by Tony Award winners Cole Escola and Sam Pinkleton.

Just last summer, Chris Hayes' world was turned upside down when he was named a winner at the 16th Annual Jimmy Awards. As a participant from the Nevada High School Musical Theater Awards, Chris was awarded Best Performance by an Actor and received a check for $25,000 to further his education.

A GoFundMe has been launched to support Broadway actor Aaron Lazar in his continued battle with ALS. Lazar publicly revealed his diagnosis in 2024. Learn more about the Broadway actor, and about how to donate to the GoFundMe.

Little Island has unveiled programming details for its 2026 summer season. This season includes concerts, world premieres, live radio shows, culinary events and parties in Little Island’s open-air performance spaces—The Amph and The Glade.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of longtime record producer and music executive Clive Davis, who passed away on Monday, June 22. He was 94 years old.

Check out highlights from the Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth concert in his video, including Bleu's performance of 'Magic To Do', Damani and Darien Van Rensalier tapping to Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk, Savannah Commodore singing 'I Am Changing' and a clip from Allen's acceptance speech.

Kathy Griffin, Robby Hoffman, Rebecca Black and more are among the special guest judges for the inaugural season of Canada’s Drag Race: All Stars. Check out a new sneak peek now.

Ogunquit Playhouse is presenting Hello, Dolly!, featuring a book by Michael Stewart and music & lyrics by Jerry Herman. Get a first look at production photos!

The Sheep Detectives, the comedic mystery film starring Tony Award winner Hugh Jackman, has set its streaming debut. Following its theatrical release in May, the movie will be available to stream worldwide on Prime Video beginning June 24.

Principal photography has been completed for BROTHERHOOD: A Cinematic Musical, the new feature film written, composed, and directed by Ross Boothe for Craftsman Films. Check out a teaser trailer now.

A new national tour production of Mystic Pizza: A New Musical, based on the beloved movie classic that launched Julia Roberts’ career, will launch in September 2026 at the Clemens Center in Elmira, New York.

Barrington Stage Company is presenting Miami New Drama‘s world premiere production of The Zionists: A Family Storm by S. Asher Gelman, directed by Chloe Treat. Get a first look at production photos!

Blue Theatre Company has revealed the cast and performance dates for 3AM in White Lace, a play by Alex Anthony Vazquez. The production will run in August at the New Marigny Theatre.

Watch a video of cast members from Broadway Bares rehearsing an Austin Powers-inspired number! Matt Wiercinski and MiMi Scardulla lead the performance, which is choreographed by Billy Griffin.