The Birthday Party

The historic Hanover Street venue is ready to welcome theatregoers to its freshly refurbished auditorium for a packed programme of music, drama, comedy, family shows and some very special appearances.

The all-star line-up of Liverpool talent has been announced for the Epstein Theatre’s special Gala Opening event this September. The gala evening at the historic Hanover Street landmark will take place on Friday, 19 September.

Charles Strouse, 96, the celebrated and multi-award-winning American film, television, and Broadway musical composer, died at his home in New York City on May 15.

South Street Seaport Museum has announced the 2025 sailing season for the 1885 Schooner Pioneer and the 1930 Tugboat W.O. Decker beginning in May. Tickets range from $10-$70 to sail New York Harbor and are now on sale now!

The Bea Hive Bash at The Auditorium, celebrating the legacy of Beatrice “Bea” Spachner, the patron responsible for rescuing the historic building from being demolished in the 1960's, this year's iteration of The Auditorium's annual summer party is a fab 60's-themed bash paying homage to The Auditorium's triumphant grand re-opening night in 1967.

David Rothenberg, a theatre producer, playwright, and Broadway press agent, will release Manhattan Mayhem, a collection of short fiction, inspired by his nine decades in the entertainment industry. Manhattan Mayhem will be officially released April 2.

The Fortune Theatre has announced plans to celebrate its centenary year. On the afternoon of Friday 8th November, the theatre will open its doors to the public for a free event to mark its birthday, displaying an impressive archive of its theatrical memorabilia from performances throughout the years, with drinks, canapés and speeches from the theatre’s General Manager, Robbie Powell, and ATG Entertainment’s London Business Director, Andrew Rawlinson.   

Breakthrough guitarist and songwriter Grace Bowers has released a new single, a cover of Sly & The Family Stone’s iconic track, “Dance To The Music.” Originally recorded in 1967, Bowers has skillfully preserved the original’s essence while giving it a fresh, contemporary vibe.

The South Street Seaport Museum kicked off the 2024 Summer Sailing Season with a celebration featuring remarks from notable officials and the ceremonial ringing of the Ambrose bell.

National Sawdust has revealed its Winter/Spring 2024 season. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Join South Street Seaport Museum this October for a spooky experience, just in time for Halloween! Participate in Halloween-themed workshops, enjoy trick-or-treating, and take a Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour. Don't miss out on the Halloween fun at the heart of South Street Seaport.

Due to popular demand, South Street Seaport Museum's Sailing Season has been extended.

Cline is most remembered for being larger than life, with velvety vocals that betrayed her no-nonsense persona. She has been celebrated, covered, or cited as an influence by a diverse array of artists across the musical spectrum Cat Power, Elvis Costello, Kacey Musgraves, Margo Price, Lana Del Rey, Linda Ronstadt, Lucinda Williams, to mention a few.

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this June is a New York premiere, an immersive production, and much more!

South Street Seaport Museum celebrated the start of the 2023 Summer Sailing Season on May 24, 2023, at 10am, on Pier 16 (between Fulton and South Streets). Remarks were given aboard Wavertree by the Seaport Museum's President and CEO Capt. Jonathan Boulware, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, NYC Commissioner for Cultural Affairs Laurie Cumbo, and Community Board 1 Vice Chair Alice Blank.

Prospect Theater Company and the newly launched Peter Foley Music Project have announced final additional performers for Out of Myself—Songs of Peter Foley. Learn how to purchase tickets!

South Street Seaport Museum will present the 2023 Summer Launch celebration on May 24, 2023, at 10am.

This follows A Strange Loop, the Pulitzer Prize-winning new musical direct from Broadway with performances until 9 September and includes a world premiere from Belarus Free Theatre, UK premieres by Why Not Theatre, Eun-Me Ahn, Pam Tanowitz and David Lang, a cross-cultural festival curated by Inua Ellams, the return of Dance Umbrella andTold by an Idiot, and a line-up of exciting and experimental theatre makers in The Pit.

South Street Seaport Museum announced the 2023 Sailing Season for the 1885 schooner Pioneer and the 1930 tugboat W.O. Decker, beginning May 24 and running through October.

The Public Theater will begin performances for the 18th annual UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL tomorrow, Wednesday, January 4. Learn more about the lineup and how to get tickets!

What did our critic think of SHREK! THE MUSICAL at Murry's Dinner Playhouse? The critic couldn't stop laughing, and loved every minute of it.

THE DJANGO will bring another month of stellar jazz by some of the field’s heroes alongside young, emerging artists.

Today (March 22) in live streaming: CFT is Celebrating Sondheim, BKLYN is back, Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards, and more!

BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest scenes in cinema from 1901 to 2020. See if your favorite movie moments made the list!

Julien's Auctions has announced the marquee lineup of Music Icons to take place on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 live in Beverly Hills and online at juliensauctions.com.