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We, The People 1933

Opened: January 21, 1933

We, The People - 1933 Broadway History , Info & More

Empire Theatre
1430 Broadway (40th & 41st), New York, NY

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Review: SPARKED: THE VANISHING AT BUZZARD POINT at Rorschach Theatre
by Aidan O'Connor - Oct 26, 2026


An ill-fated relationship leads to inexplicable, perhaps even supernatural disappearance amongst a generational tempest in Sparked: The Vanishing at Buzzard Point from the minds at Rorschach Theatre. And it’s up to the audience to uncover the truth, or so they’re made to think.

Complete Cast Set for Adrienne Warren-Led IMITATION OF LIFE World Premiere Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2026


The full cast has been revealed for Lynn Nottage and John Legend's new musical IMITATION OF LIFE, starring Adrienne Warren, Jessica Vosk, Michael Luwoye, and Charlie Thurston at The Griffin Theater at The Shed.

Jessica Vosk, Michael Luwoye, and More Join IMITATION OF LIFE Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026


The world premiere of Lynn Nottage and John Legend's musical will star Adrienne Warren, Jessica Vosk, Michael Luwoye, and Charlie Thurston at The Griffin Theater at The Shed in a co-production with National Black Theatre.

Debbie Allen and Savion Glover Among 2026 Dance Hall of Fame Inductees
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2026


The Dance Hall of Fame announced its second class of honorees, including Debbie Allen, George Balanchine, Toni Basil, Katherine Dunham, Savion Glover, Mandy Moore, the Nicholas Brothers, and WEST SIDE STORY legends George Chakiris, Rita Moreno and Russ Tamblyn.

LET 'EM EAT CAKE to Open at New York City Center's ENCORES! Series
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2026


Opera Philadelphia's revival of the Gershwins' 1933 political satire, directed by Zack Winokur, will move to New York City Center following its Philadelphia premiere.

Cast Set For VILLAGE WOOING at Gingold Theatrical Group
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2026


Gingold Theatrical Group will present a gender-neutral adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's VILLAGE WOOING with rotating casts at The House of the Redeemer in Manhattan.

St. Charles Singers To Present NORTH AMERICAN MOSIAC in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026


The St. Charles Singers will perform songs spanning early America to the present day, featuring eight works by the chamber choir for the first time, including pieces by composers William Billings, Charles Ives, and Florence Price.

All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026


BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.

When Broadway Finance Becomes Public Record: How SEC Filings Reveal Multi-Million-Dollar Fundraising Moves
by Carli Freeman - Sep 12, 2026


If you’re looking to dig deeper into Broadway gossip, why not check some federal financial databases? Producers usually like to keep their private fundraising out of the spotlight. Still, on a website run by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), producers disclose how much money they’re raising for upcoming Broadway-bound shows, national tours, West End transfers, and more. But why are multi-million-dollar Broadway productions making financial data freely accessible to the public? And what information are producers sharing with (or obscuring from) the public under mysterious, theatre-lyric-themed LLC names?

Adrienne Warren Will Lead IMITATION OF LIFE Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 10, 2026


The producers of the new musical IMITATION OF LIFE have just announced that Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren will star as “Delilah” in the upcoming world premiere engagement at The Griffin Theater at The Shed, in a co-production with National Black Theatre.

VILLAGE WOOING to Bring Gender-Neutral Shaw Revival to Gingold Theatrical Group
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026


Gingold Theatrical Group will present a gender-neutral adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's VILLAGE WOOING, directed by David Staller, in a limited Salon Presentation at The House of the Redeemer in Manhattan.

VILLAGE WOOING Will Come to The House of the Redeemer From Gingold Theatrical Group
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026


Gingold Theatrical Group will present a gender-neutral adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's VILLAGE WOOING, adapted and directed by David Staller, for a limited four-performance engagement at The House of the Redeemer.

Gender-Neutral Adaptation of Shaw's VILLAGE WOOING Coming to Gingold Theatrical Group
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026


Gingold Theatrical Group will stage a new gender-neutral adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's VILLAGE WOOING, directed by David Staller, in a limited four-performance run at The House of the Redeemer.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Close Jacob's Pillow Festival Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026


Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will return to Jacob's Pillow to close out the summer season with a mixed repertoire program featuring works by Nacho Duato, Aszure Barton, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse.

Photos: EPISODIC MEMORY Album by Exceptet and Brendon Randall-Myers to Release
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026


New music ensemble Exceptet will release a portrait album of works by composer Brendon Randall-Myers on cmntx records, marking nearly a decade of collaboration between the two.

A Broadway Walking Tour- 8 Historic Spots to Visit in the Theatre District 
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 9, 2026


Broadway's biggest landmarks are easy to spot, but some of the Theatre District's most fascinating stories are hiding in plain sight. From historic theaters and legendary rehearsal spaces to tucked-away tributes and unexpected Broadway landmarks, these lesser-known stops will add a whole new act to your next walking tour!

Parlando Will Launch 2026-27 Season With Pay-What-You-Can Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026


Parlando, led by conductor Ian Niederhoffer, will present its 2026-27 season at Merkin Hall, Kaufman Music Center, featuring works by Olga Neuwirth, Silvestre Revueltas, and Alberto Ginastera with all tickets offered pay-what-you-can.

San Francisco Ballet to Return to Jacob's Pillow for First Time in 70 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026


San Francisco Ballet will perform at Jacob's Pillow for the first time in seven decades, with the Albany Symphony providing live accompaniment. Ephrat Asherie Dance will also return with SHADOW CITIES.

2026 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Will Feature a New Rockettes Number and New Technology
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026


The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes will feature a brand-new Rockettes number and immersive new technology for its 2026/2027 show. Learn more here!

How Does an Independent Ukrainian Film Reach Locarno During a War? Producer Dmytro Minzianov on the Festival Strategy Behind Bad Roads and Demons
by Team BWW - Jul 21, 2026


Ukrainian cinema is having an unlikely run on the international festival circuit. Even with the industry hollowed out by full-scale war, Ukrainian directors and producers turned up in force at Cannes this May, and earlier in 2026 Kyiv committed roughly 124 million dollars to a new national cultural fund, the Thousand Spring program, part of it set aside for film, as The Globe and Mail reported. Underneath the numbers sits a stubbornly practical question: how does a small, battered national cinema get its work selected by the most competitive festivals on the planet, and then keep it there?

42ND STREET to Open at Sharon Playhouse This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026


Sharon Playhouse will present 42ND STREET, directed by Artistic Director Carl Andress, featuring tap dancing, iconic songs, and the story of a young chorus girl chasing her Broadway dreams.

MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Come to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026


Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions bring MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY to Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre, inspired by Hannah Arendt's arrest, before transferring to 59E59 Theatre in New York City.

MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Come to 59e59 This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026


59E59 Theaters has announced Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, presented by Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions with Traverse Theatre, will join the Summer 2026 season.

Review: MAINLY MOZART WITH VIOLINIST JAMES EHNES at The Conrad In La Jolla
by Ron Bierman - Jun 30, 2026


At roughly six minutes, the Memorium is an excellent introduction to the “tintinnabula” (bell) minimalist style created by the composer. A simple melodic line combines with a separate line of triads. Music majors have written theses describing the style in excruciating detail, but the effect Pärt achieves is a bell-like simplicity that can evoke rapt spiritual introspection.

National Black Theatre to Present 2026-2027 Season With AMERICA, WHO HURT YOU? and IMITATION OF LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026


National Black Theatre announced its 2026–2027 season, themed 'Just Beyond the Horizon,' featuring five productions including Sarah Jones' North American Premiere and a new musical by Lynn Nottage and John Legend.


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