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DOWNSTATE Further Delays First Broadway Preview
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026

The previously-announced first preview of Downstate by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Bruce Norris, has been postponed once again due to illness within the company.

The 10 Most Newsworthy Broadway Audience Disturbances of the Century
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 18, 2026

A recent audience disturbance at Wicked on the West End caused the performance to be paused for an hour. Unruly patrons were singing along, talking loudly, sneaking in their own alcohol, and generally creating an unpleasant experience for their fellow theatergoers. They were finally ushered out of London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre successfully by the heroic front of house and security teams. The situation went viral thanks to TikTok, with theatre fans and professionals around the world weighing in on what happened at the show.

DOWNSTATE On Broadway Reschedules First Preview Due to Illness
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026

The Broadway production of DOWNSTATE by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Bruce Norris postponed its initial preview performance due to company illness.

Review: JOHN PROCTOR IS A VILLAIN at Kansas City Repertory Theatre
by Alan Portner - Oct 12, 2026

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It is fitting that a play about questioning the stories we inherit has a story of its own worth revisiting. Kimberly Belflower’s John Proctor Is the Villain, now being presented by Kansas City Repertory Theatre at the downtown Copaken Stage, has so far traveled a remarkable road.  I Imagine Kimberly as Luke Skywalker with a laser pistol taking comic potshots at almost everyone in her galaxy. But there is something darker going on in this play too

DOWNSTATE Delays Start of Broadway Previews Due to Cast Illness
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2026

Downstate is headed to Broadway a bit later than originally planned, having delayed the start of its previews by two days. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here.

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN is Coming to Mark Taper Forum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2026

Kimberly Belflower's Tony-nominated play will perform at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles as part of a co-production with American Conservatory Theater and Seattle Rep.

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN to Make West Coast Debut at A.C.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2026

American Conservatory Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Kimberly Belflower's John Proctor Is the Villain, the electrifying coming-of-age play.

K. Todd Freeman Explains Why DOWNSTATE Is Still Shocking: 'It’s a Disruptor'
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2026

K. Todd Freeman is back in familiar territory—but he isn't quite stepping into the same play he left behind. The Tony-nominated actor is currently in rehearsals for the Broadway premiere of Bruce Norris' Downstate, returning to a role that he previously played Off-Broadway. This time around, Freeman is one of just two actors, alongside Francis Guinan, returning to the production, meaning that much of the rehearsal process has been about rediscovering the play with an entirely new group of collaborators.

Meet the Cast of OTHER DESERT CITIES, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026

Performances are now underway for Other Desert Cities, which will play a 16-week limited engagement at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Other Desert Cities here!

Up on the Marquee: DOWNSTATE Arrives on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 22, 2026

Coming up next at the Booth Theatre is Bruce Norris' Downstate, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello, Downstate will begin previews Saturday, October 17, at the Booth Theatre for a limited 12-week engagement. Check out photos of the new marquee here!

Photos: The Broadway Marquees of Fall 2026
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 19, 2026

The 2026/27 Broadway season is here at last, with many new productions set to arrive before the end of the year. If you don't live in New York City or frequent the Theater District, odds are you haven't seen Broadway's newest marquees! Check out what's up so far here.

Up on the Marquee: OTHER DESERT CITIES Returns to Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 14, 2026

Up next at Broadway's Hudson Theatre is Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ed Harris, Allison Janney, Joe Keery, and Lily Rabe in the first Broadway revival of Jon Robin Baitz’s Tony Award-winning play Other Desert Cities, directed by Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey. Check out photos of the new marquee at the Hudson Theatre!

DOWNSTATE Will Come to Broadway Beginning in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026

It's official! Downstate will make its Broadway premiere this fall, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello. Learn more about the show here!

How to Stage Door on Broadway: Everything You Need to Know
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 5, 2026

Stage dooring has long been a beloved Broadway tradition, giving theatregoers a chance to meet performers after a show. But if you've never done it before, you might have questions. Where is the Broadway stage door? How long do you have to wait? Will every actor come out? And what exactly is proper stage door etiquette? We're breaking down everything you need to know about stage dooring on Broadway.

Jen Silverman's THE MOORS To Be Presented At Villanova Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026

Villanova Theatre will stage Jen Silverman's gothic comedy THE MOORS, directed by Edward Sobel, at the Mullen Center for the Performing Arts on the university's campus.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 27, 2026- HARRY POTTER Film Star Rupert Grint to Join CURSED CHILD on Broadway and More
by - Aug 27, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  August 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Francis Guinan & K. Todd Freeman Will Join DOWNSTATE on Broadway
by Rialto Chatter - Aug 26, 2026

Casting is coming into focus for Broadway's Downstate. According to the Chicago Tribune, Francis Guinan and K. Todd Freeman will star in the upcoming production of Bruce Norris' play, which will play a limited engagement at the Booth Theatre this fall. 

Bruce Norris' DOWNSTATE Will Open on Broadway This Season
by Rialto Chatter - Aug 17, 2026

Another play has been added to the 2026/27 Broadway season! The marquee at the Booth Theatre is now lit for Bruce Norris' Downstate. The play, directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon, premiered at Steppenwolf Theatre Company in 2018 before making its New York City premiere at Playwrights Horizons in 2022. 

Video: Ariana Grande Shares That Break From Her Career Was Planned in Advance
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026

Ariana Grande has shared more information about her break from her professional career, stating that it was planned in advance and not reactionary. Watch the video here.

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Still Scheduled for Summer 2027 Following Grande's Exit, Producers Confirm
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 3, 2026

Producers on Sunday In The Park With George have released a statement, following the exit of Ariana Grande from the production.