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In a new featurette for Wicked: For Good, director Jon M. Chu takes center stage, shining a spotlight on the weight and epic nature of the massive two-part film adaptation. Check it out now.

What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre?

Broadway's Laura Bell Bundy and Victor Garber are among the newly announced recurring cast for Hulu's Not Suitable for Work. Both previously starred in Legally Blonde, with Garber having appeared in the original 2001 film and Bundy playing Elle Woods in the Broadway adaptation.

While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

In HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, Albus Potter (Adam Grant Morrison) and Scorpius Malfoy (David Fine) use a Time-Turner to go back in time to try to prevent a tragedy from occurring. If Morrison could travel back to his first role, he might try to convince his younger self to stick with acting because it was going to take him to places he could never imagine. The show, which is the most expensive Broadway touring production at a cost of $23.5 million, will be performed from Oct. 12-26 at the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State Street in downtown Columbus).

The John W. Engeman Theater has announced the cast and creative team of COME FROM AWAY. On September 11th, 2001, the world stopped. On September 12th, their stories moved us all. T

Here we go again! The beloved jukebox musical classic turned global film phenomenon MAMMA MIA! has returned home to Broadway is now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. Read the reviews!

Mamma Mia! is back on Broadway! As we celebrate the homecoming of this iconic Broadway staple, we're taking a look back on some of the notable stars who have appeared in various productions of Mamma Mia! around the world!

Kerry Butler is taking a month off of Off-Broadway's Heathers the Musical to star in City Center's Bat Boy! Butler – who starred in the original production of the Off-Broadway musical – will be taking on the role of Meredith Parker.

NEW YORK CITY CENTER announced additional casting for  the Annual Gala Presentation Bat Boy: The Musical. Find out who will join Taylor Trensch in the much anticipated production. We have the full list!

Trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more including free outdoor summer concerts, musical theater star Christine Pedi and the JLCO.

Originally adapted from the 2001 DreamWorks animated film (and the original book by William Steig), Shrek The Musical features a witty book by David Lindsay-Abaire and a catchy, pop-infused score by Jeanine Tesori. Since its 2008 Broadway debut, the show has enjoyed numerous national tours and international revivals, thanks to its sharp humor, rich characters, and heartfelt message.

A new season is coming at New York City Center! The 2025 – 2026 Season will be the first planned by newly appointed VP & Artistic Director,  Musical Theater Jenny Gersten. We have all of the details here!

Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will take home the ultimate prize? BroadwayWorld has rounded up the winners of the Tony Awards, the Drama Desk Awards, the Drama League Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the last fifty years to compare winners year by year.

The annual League Awards were held today during The Broadway League’s 2025 Spring Road Conference as esteemed members and partners were honored for their outstanding achievements in support of Touring Broadway.

Bryan Cranston, Paris Hilton, Steve Zahn, and Rick Gomez are among the speakers lineup for Tribeca X, the Tribeca Festival’s flagship program for brand-driven storytelling.

A strange, insistent music is coming back to Broadway. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Lincoln Center Theater will soon present Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Performances begin September 26. Member onsale May 13. Public onsale May 28.

Yeomans is currently starring as Cady Heron in the 2nd National Tour of MEAN GIRLS, running April 22-27, 2025 at Salle Wilfred-Pelletier, Place des Arts, Montreal! MEAN GIRLS features a book by nine-time Emmy Award® winner Tina Fey, based on her screenplay for the film; music by three-time Emmy Award® winner Jeff Richmond; lyrics by two-time Tony Award® nominee Nell Benjamin; and original direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award® winner Casey Nicholaw.

Symphony San Jose has revealed its 2025/2026 season—one filled with an exciting mix of classical masterpieces, contemporary discoveries, light classics, film music, pops, ballet, and education concerts. Learn more!

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.

The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival has unveiled its landmark 25th anniversary season, featuring a groundbreaking collaboration with the Saint Louis Zoo and more. See full programming and learn more!

Idina Menzel has returned to Broadway in Redwood, now playing at the Nederlander Theatre! Menzel famously got her start in Rent on Broadway, and has gone on to star in iconic productions including Wicked, Hair, Aida, The Wild Party, and more.

The Broadway League has revealed three new recipients of The Broadway League Leadership Awards. Learn more about the recipients and about the second round of awards.

With more than thirty episodes having aired so far across its three seasons, BroadwayWorld has put together an exhaustive list of all the Broadway stars we could find who have appeared in CBS' Elsbeth.

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life. Learn more about the upcoming season!