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John Waters Joins Australian Cast of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF; Perth Dates Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026

Australian stage and screen veteran John Waters has joined the Australian cast of Fiddler on the Roof as Lazar Wolf. Producers also announced the production will play Perth's His Majesty's Theatre beginning in January 2027, completing a national tour that includes Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.

Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER & KELLI O'HARA at San Francisco Symphony
by AJ Jaffari - Jul 21, 2026

An Evening with Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara at the San Francisco Symphony is exactly the kind of event that reminds you why live performance is so magical. Inspired by the legendary 1962 television special featuring Carol Burnett and Julie Andrews, the evening celebrates not only two extraordinary contemporary performers, but also the timeless joy of song, storytelling, and musical theatre itself. Rather than simply presenting a concert, Foster and O’Hara crafted an affectionate homage to the women who paved the way for generations of Broadway artists.

Door Shakespeare to Host Free WILL IN THE WOODS Conversations for 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2026

Door Shakespeare announced the return of Will in the Woods, a free pre-show discussion series tied to its productions of LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Björklunden in Baileys Harbor, WI.

Interview: Theatre Life with Ryan Stajmiger
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 8, 2026

Today’s subject Ryan Stajmiger is currently living his theatre life on tour playing the title character in Beetlejuice. The tour is currently playing here in DC at the National Theatre through July 19th. It should also be noted Beetlejuice had its World Premiere Pre-Broadway Engagement at the National Theatre in 2018, so this current engagement is indeed a homecoming.

Doris Duke Foundation Reveals New Grants Supporting Technology Infrastructure in the Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026

The Doris Duke Foundation (DDF) has announced five grants in partnership with the Ford Foundation. These grants total more than $4 million over 5 years. Learn more about the new grants here!

Sophocles Meets Political Power: Robert Icke's Acclaimed OEDIPUS (Édipo) Opens MASP Auditorium
by Claudio Erlichman - Jun 29, 2026

Sophocles' timeless tragedy receives a gripping contemporary reimagining in Robert Icke's internationally acclaimed adaptation, opening July 4 at São Paulo's MASP Auditorium. Directed by Clara Carvalho, the production transforms the ancient myth into a high-stakes political thriller set on election night, as a charismatic candidate's search for the truth threatens to destroy his career, his family, and his identity. Starring Sergio Mastropasqua as Oedipus and Clarisse Abujamra as a newly empowered Jocasta, the Brazilian staging combines psychological suspense with striking contemporary design inspired by Lina Bo Bardi's iconic architecture. Following acclaimed productions in London's West End and on Broadway, Icke's award-winning adaptation arrives in Brazil in a powerful new production running through September 6.

Belgrade Theatre Coventry to Launch SEE IT FIRST 2026 Programme of New Work
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026

Belgrade Theatre Coventry has revealed details of See It First 2026, its annual programme of new work in development, workshops, and artist-audience conversations, featuring works by Coventry-based artists and regional freelancers.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN to Close Season 18 at Farmers Alley Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026

Farmers Alley Theatre in Kalamazoo, MI will present DEAR EVAN HANSEN as the final production of its 18th season, directed by Kathy Mulay, featuring the Tony Award-winning score by Pasek and Paul.

30 MINUTES OR LESS to Open at Full Circle Theatre, Featuring 3 New Works by AJ Pearce
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026

Full Circle Theatre will present 30 MINUTES OR LESS, an evening of three short plays by playwright AJ Pearce, covering topics from the Columbine aftermath to Arctic exploration, at Awaken Church in Calgary.

POWER PLAY to Open at West Village Theatre with Full Circle Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026

Full Circle Theatre's POWER PLAY, a Shakespeare-inspired hockey rom-com by Erin Weir, follows a PR executive forced into a fake relationship with a scandal-prone defenseman. Directed by Danielle Baker, it runs at West Village Theatre in Calgary.

Photo: Francesca Amewudah-Rivers and Nadi Kemp-Sayfi in TENDER at the Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026

A new production photo has been released for TENDER, the queer thriller-romance by Eleanor Tindall, which transfers to Bush Theatre's Holloway Theatre starring Francesca Amewudah-Rivers and Nadi Kemp-Sayfi.

Francesca Amewudah-Rivers and Nadi Kemp-Sayfi Will Lead TENDER at Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

The sold-out queer thriller-romance TENDER transfers to Bush Theatre's main Holloway Theatre, starring Francesca Amewudah-Rivers and Nadi Kemp-Sayfi, directed by Emily Aboud.

Photos: 1536 At Ambassadors Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026

Production images have been released for 1536, the play by Ava Pickett now running in London’s West End. Directed by Lyndsey Turner, the production explores female friendship in Tudor England.

Photos: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Opens Friday At City Circle Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

City Circle Theatre Company will present THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. The production will run May 1–3 and May 8–10, 2026. See photos of the production.

EVITA on Broadway to Feature New Staging For 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina'
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2026

Evita director Jamie Lloyd has confirmed that 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina' will be re-staged for Broadway. Rachel Zegler will no longer be performing the balcony scene outside of the theatre for free, like she did in London.

EVITA Starring Rachel Zegler to Open on Broadway in 2027
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Jamie Lloyd's revival of Evita, starring Rachel Zegler, will open on Broadway in 2027. The reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical will make its Broadway debut next spring.

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Will Come to City Circle Theatre Company in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

City Circle Theatre Company will stage THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 4/16/2026; Jobs In Development, Ticketing, and More
by - Apr 16, 2026

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/16/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Photos: 1536 in Rehearsal at the Ambassadors Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released from 1536, the historical drama with a modern edge at the Ambassadors Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more here!

INTO THE WOODS Will Transfer to the West End from the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

Marking the first West End transfer for The Bridge, the multi-award-winning production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Into The Woods will run in the West End this Autumn.