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That question sits at the center of AT THE EDGE OF NOWHERE, the debut one-act play by Austin-based Argentine-American playwright and producer Sabrina Wallace. Set in a small rural Texas town in the weeks following the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade, the play follows Sadie, a teenager carrying a secret with the potential to reshape her future. Family expectations, religious beliefs, town gossip, politics, and fear surround her, creating a growing chorus of voices while Sadie struggles to hear perhaps the most important one: her own.

Dirty Dancing will return to London next year!  Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story on Stage will run at the Prince Edward Theatre in the West End from January 2027 for a limited season.

Today’s subject Trevor Nunn is most definitely one of the most versatile directors to ever work in the theatre. Through his long and distinguished career, he has helmed some of the biggest theatre events to ever hit the stage on both sides of the Atlantic. He is currently living his theatre life as the director The Score which is currently running at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) through October 25th at Harman Hall.

The immigrant story meets Wizard of Oz in DC premiere of new musical. See what our critic had to say.

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.

She’s wonderful to play. I really find some things about her that are so relatable, and that’s what I try to really do for this new generation of people coming to see the show.

Todd Schroeder is a multiple award-winning Music Director, Creative Director, Composer, Producer, Arranger, and Pianist whose artistry has graced some of the world’s most iconic stages. Celebrated for his ability to connect with artists on a deep level, Todd has collaborated across genres—from Jazz and Broadway to Pop, Country, and Rock—with luminaries including Jason Alexander, Engelbert Humperdinck, Liza Minnelli, Dave Koz, Sir Tom Jones, Haley Reinhart, Leslie Odom Jr., Sam Harris, and Angela Lansbury.

The National Theatre’s 2027 programme will include eight world premieres alongside much-loved classics, and a unique reach that extends across stages, screens and communities.

From executive producer Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, based on the hit movie, Burlesque invites you to a club like no other: a hidden world beneath the city lights where sequins sparkle, seduction shimmers and lives can change in the flick of a feather boa.

Brisbane Festival opened its 23-day citywide program featuring nearly 2,000 artists and over 750 performances, with more than 70% of events free under new Artistic Director Ebony Bott.

Todrick Hall opens up about the deeply personal origins of MIDNIGHT, exploring race, identity, empathy, and why bringing his family from Texas to New York makes the journey worthwhile.

Cher Álvarez and Travis A. Knight are making their Broadway debuts starring opposite one another as Lou and James in Paranormal Activity! Read BroadwayWorld's debut of the month feature!

North Coast Repertory Theatre Artistic Director David Ellenstein discusses the theatre's landmark 45th season, record-high subscriptions, and more than two decades leading the Solana Beach company.

Open Fist Theatre Company is presenting a rare revival of Marisol, the Obie-winning work by Puerto Rican playwright José Rivera, whose powerfully poetic language creates a dreamlike blend of magical realism in this darkly funny, apocalyptic fable about survival, faith and hope. I spoke with Open Fist associate artistic director Amanda Weier about her vision for directing the play which runs September 12 through October 24 at Atwater Village Theatre

Attention poppets! Mrs Doubtfire has arrived on tour and she's ready to charm households all over the country. Whether you grew up with the beloved 1993 movie starring Robin Williams, or you're brand new to the world of this super nanny, you're sure to find plenty to love in this exuberant and delightfully chaotic production. 

Jacob Brunner's Strawberry Hands project released the single and music video for "What Plant Jumps Over Me?," the second track from his upcoming album on Otherly Love Records.

After over a year of performing in The Producers, Trevor Ashley is bringing a new show to the Garrick Theatre. For one night only, Ashley will star as Liza Minnelli in A Million Years of Minnelli, a tribute act to the iconic performer. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Ashley about his upcoming performance at the Garrick Theatre. We discussed what it’s like to become Liza Minnelli, some of his favourite songs to listen to and perform and even what Liza’s personal assistant thought of his impression!

Two-time Tony nominee Bill Russell has written a memoir chronicling his path from a South Dakota upbringing to a career as a Broadway writer, with a New York book signing planned to mark its release.

Pearce stars as Donna Sheridan in Transcendence Theatre Company’s first Sonoma production of the global ABBA hit.

Leadership changes at The Public, New Village Arts, Pacific Conservatory Theatre, and the Dallas Arts District, and new opportunities for UK musicals and BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag.

The Crystal Method announced a 25th anniversary celebration for 'Tweekend,' including a limited edition vinyl release, a remix package, and a fall tour.

Barrington Stage Company announced casts and creative teams for NOISES OFF, directed by Gordon Greenberg, and the world premiere of DEAD GIRL'S QUINCEAÑERA, a co-production with Goodman Theatre and Hartford Stage.

OFC Creations founder Eric Vaughn Johnson discusses the 2026-2027 Broadway in Brighton Series, a season of six musicals featuring rarely produced titles, a North American premiere of THE OSMONDS, and a New York State premiere of THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK.

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Scarlet Pimpernel in Concert, Ray Angry, featuring WAyne Brady & Orfeh, plus more.

Ten years after Tim Sheader's hit version of Jesus Christ Superstar entranced audiences under the stars in Regent's Park, it is back in a much-hyped revival at the London Palladium. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's seminal rock musical was originally released as a concept album in 1970 and features huge rock numbers, lung-bursting ballads and a wealth of earworms. It takes a talented director to create a show from a soundtrack that retains huge appeal, but sometimes lacks personal story arcs. Sheader's engaging staging and a hugely talented cast bring the album powerfully to life.