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Ed Harris, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Allison Janney, and More Will Lead OTHER DESERT CITIES on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026


Ed Harris has revealed that he will be returning to the stage this year, starring alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Allison Janney in a production of Jon Robin Baitz's family drama, Other Desert Cities.

Billy Joel Biopic in Development From BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY Editor John Ottman
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026


John Ottman, who won an Oscar for his editing work on the Freddie Mercury biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, is directing a movie centering on the early years of legendary musician Billy Joel.

Mississippi Museum Of Art to Present 'Photography And The Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026


The Mississippi Museum of Art will present Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985, featuring approximately 150 works by over 100 artists, including Gordon Parks, Carrie Mae Weems, and Dawoud Bey, organized by the National Gallery of Art.

Review: PARSONS DANCE-A Stunning and Exhilarating program at The Joyce Theater
by Marina Kennedy - May 1, 2026


Parsons Dance wowed the opening night audience at The Joyce Theater’s Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium on Wednesday 4/29.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 1, 2026- Inside MISCAST26 with Lea Michele, Darren Criss and More
by - May 1, 2026


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review Roundup: BEACHES Opens on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026


Reviews are rolling in for the Broadway production of Beaches, a new musical based on the classic film, celebrating the power of female friendship. Did critics have a day at the beach at Beaches? Find out in our review roundup! 

Review: MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS at Geffen Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Apr 21, 2026


The Southland has had its share of memorable Fugard stagings, and the newly-opened revival of “MASTER HAROLD” at the Geffen Playhouse boasts an impressive roster of artists and creatives – onstage and off – who bring this tale vibrantly to life.

GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN To Have World Premiere At Pittsburgh Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026


The world premiere production of Girls Just Want To Have Fun, a new musical inspired by the cult-classic film written by Amy Spies and featuring a score of 1980s chart-toppers, will play Pittsburgh Playhouse’s PNC Theatre from November 11-22, 2026.

Will Pedro Pascal and Sarah Paulson Star in Edward Albee's THE GOAT, OR WHO IS SYLVIA? On Broadway?
by Joshua Wright - Mar 31, 2026


James Lapine, the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning director and Franklin & Marshall alum, is reportedly set to direct Sarah Paulson and Pedro Pascal in a 2027 Broadway revival of The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?

Tony Award-Nominated Stage and Screen Actress Mary Beth Hurt Passes Away at 79
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026


Stage and screen actress, and three-time Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Hurt, has passed away at age 79. Learn more about Hurt's life and career on BroadwayWorld.

Broadway Watch Guide April 2026: New Theater Titles to See This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026


This April, there are plenty of new titles for theater buffs to watch, including the film version of Merrily We Roll Along, the Michael Jackson biopic, Anne Hathaway's turn as a pop diva in Mother Mary, and more.

Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2026 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 7, 2026


The new Broadway season is in full swing, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 12 have related films or series that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2026, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!

Howard Jones To Play Select Dates in the United States This April
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2026


Howard Jones will soon head out on the road for select United States tour dates in April. Jones will be the main support for Rod Stewart for several shows and will also play headlining shows in between that routing.

Acclaimed Stage and Screen Veteran Robert Duvall Passes Away at 95
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 16, 2026


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that acclaimed actor Robert Duvall, known for roles in films like To Kill a Mockingbird and The Godfather series, has passed away at the age of 95.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 8, 2026- Reimagined THE FANTASTICKS Eyes Broadway and More
by - Jan 8, 2026


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review Roundup: WOMAN IN MIND Opens at the Duke of York's Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 7, 2026


Directed by Michael Longhurst and starring Sheridan Smith as Susan and Romesh Ranganathan as Dr Bill, the show is now open at the Duke of York's Theatre. What did the critics think?

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 17, 2025- HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Leads the Grosses and More
by - Dec 17, 2025


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review Roundup: CLUE Embarks on Second North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2025


Performances are underway for the second North American tour of CLUE, the murder mystery comedy inspired by the board game and adapted from the film. Read the reviews as they come in here!

Tickets to THE MUSIC MAN and More to go on Sale at Pikes Peak Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025


The American Theatre Guild has revealed that single tickets to the Broadway touring productions of Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN and more will go on sale at the Pikes Peak Center.

Video: Netflix Shares First Look at STRANGER THINGS: TALES FROM ‘85 Animated Series
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2025


Netflix has shared details and a first look at Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85, a newly announced animated series set in the world of the fan-favorite franchise. 

Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 27, 2025


Just missing 'Back to the Future Day' on 21 October (the date Marty McFly and Doc Brown travel to in the sequel), the iconic film Back to the Future film is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. A re-release is coming to cinemas at the end of this month and the stage version keeps on growing, showing the public appetite for this beloved film shows no signs of slowing down.

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Award Categories Revealed for Tonatiuh and Diego Luna
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 24, 2025


Tonatiuh will compete in the awards category of leading actor for his performance as Molina in the Kiss of the Spider Woman film, with Diego Luna competing in the supporting category as Valentin.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 4, 2025- CURSED CHILD Finds a New Cast and More
by - Sep 4, 2025


Good morning, Broadway lovers! It’s a big news day with fresh faces, exciting sneak peeks, and some major industry updates lighting up the stage. Hadestown launched a brand-new Broadway cast (with first bow video too!), plus there are West End updates as Girls Aloud’s Nicola Roberts preps for her London debut.

BACK TO THE FUTURE Returning to Theaters for 40th Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2025


In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, the 1985 film, which inspired the Broadway musical, is returning to theaters nationwide this October.

THE GOLDEN GIRLS Celebrates 40th Anniversary with New Experiences, Merch, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025


To celebrate the 40th anniversary of “The Golden Girls,” exclusive themed merchandise and experiences will take place across the country, starting on the official Golden Girls Day, Wednesday, July 30.

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