Katy Geraghty, John Bolton, and More Join HAIRSPRAY at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
Breaking Down the 2025/26 Broadway Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 17, 2026
The 2025/26 Broadway season has officially come to a close, and what a season it has been! Audiences have enjoyed a ton of exciting performances over the past twelve months, and with awards season now upon us, we're looking back at how this year's productions add up and compare to seasons past.
RENT Will Have Live Broadway Concert Later This Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
BroadwayWorld has learned that a live concert performance of Rent will be taking place this year! The concert will feature RENT’s original musical director, Tim Weil, on the keys, with the original Rent band.
Complete Guide to the 2026 Broadway Awards Season
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026
The 2026 theatre awards season is here and keeping track of all of the important dates for the many ceremonies and their corresponding nomination announcements is no easy feat. Stay up to date on all the need-to-know facts with BroadwayWorld's full Awards Season Calendar below!
Exclusive: THE GREAT GATSBY Star Corbin Bleu Performs 'Roaring On'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
Watch Corbin Bleu perform “Roaring On” in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway as the musical continues its run at the Broadway Theatre. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look at one of the new stars in action with a new video of Corbin Bleu performing “Roaring On” as Nick Carraway.
THE GREAT GATSBY Musical Will Come to Madison This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2026
Overture Center for the Arts will present the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY in Madison's Overture Hall July 28–Aug. 2, with tickets going on sale April 10. The Tony Award-winning production features a jazz and pop-infused score.
Cracking the Equation: Thomas Kail Is Making a PROOF for a New Generation
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 5, 2026
Being back on Broadway is never something Thomas Kail takes for granted. As he prepares to bring Proof back to the stage—this time at the Booth Theatre—the Tony-winning director is approaching the beloved play with both reverence and curiosity. Kail is focused on rediscovering what makes the piece resonate, 25 years after its debut. It’s about honoring what came before while opening the door to something new.
MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for THE GREAT GATSBY
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2026
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of the dazzling Broadway musical The Great Gatsby, based on the best-selling 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Ballet Central Will Embark on 2026 Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
BALLET CENTRAL announced its 2026 UK tour, featuring 11 performances from May 14, including London dates at the Britten Theatre in July, with works by Kenneth MacMillan, Ashley Page, and two new commissions.
THE PROM to be Presented at SoL Summer Theatre in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026
SoL Summer Theatre will present The Prom as its 2026 Mainstage production, running July 16-26 at the Lon Winston Theatre in Carbondale, CO, directed by Luke Ryan with tickets on sale May 1st.