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Review: INDECENT at 1st Stage
by Jake Bridges - Jun 7, 2026

What did our critic think of INDECENT at 1st Stage?

South Street Seaport Museum to Launch 2026 Summer Sailing Season on Pioneer and W.O. Decker
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026

South Street Seaport Museum has announced that tickets are on sale for its upcoming sailing season aboard the 1885 schooner Pioneer and 1930 tugboat W.O. Decker, with fares ranging from $5–$70 to sail New York Harbor.

Pacific Symphony to Present AMERICA AT 250 Concert Conducted By Alexander Shelley
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026

Pacific Symphony will present a multimedia America at 250 program featuring pianist Conrad Tao in Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F and the West Coast premiere of AMERICAN MOSAIC, conducted by Alexander Shelley at Segerstrom Concert Hall.

The James Library & Center for the Arts Will Present Summer Events Series in Norwell
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

The James Library & Center for the Arts has announced its summer events series in Norwell, Massachusetts. The lineup includes art exhibitions, workshops, and literary programming. Events will take place at the historic arts center throughout the season.

Celia Keenan-Bolger Deep Dives Into ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL) and More
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 5, 2026

Tony winner Celia Keenan-Bolger talks ANTIGONE (This Play I Read In High School) at The Public Theater, working with direct address, the legacy of Spelling Bee, and more in this Broadway Deep Dive.

Ford's Theatre Society Names Leonard Slatkin and Gary Sinise as 2026 Lincoln Medalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

Ford’s Theatre Society will celebrate the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln at its annual gala performance on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Ford’s Theatre, honoring Leonard Slatkin and Gary Sinise.

CORNED BEEF (AND OTHER ARGUMENTS) Debuts at Theater For The New City This April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026

Theater For The New City will present CORNED BEEF (AND OTHER ARGUMENTS), a new comedy exploring the American Dream through the eyes of two immigrants in the 1890s.

The Irish Tenors to Play Spring 2026 U.S. Tour During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026

The Irish Tenors will embark on a U.S. tour in Spring 2026, performing Irish classics and popular songs to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The tour will feature performances by Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan, and Patrick Hyland, highlighting the historical ties between Ireland and the U.S.

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh Join Cast for UK Reading of RIGHT BEFORE I GO
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Olly Alexander and Iz Hesketh will join Vanessa Williams and Matt Henry in a UK reading of Stan Zimmerman's suicide awareness play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, at London's Soho Theatre.

A Complete History of RAGTIME
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 8, 2026

The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.

Previews: CAMICETTE BIANCHE in TOUR NAZIONALE
by Ettore Farrattini - Feb 6, 2026

CAMICETTE BIANCHE in TOUR NAZIONALE Un musical per risvegliare le coscienze attraverso una storia tutta italiana di primo Novecento

Review: RENT at White Theatre At The J
by Alan Portner - Feb 3, 2026

A new production of Jonathan Larson’s 1996 Pulitzer Prize Winner RENT, itself a re-interpretation of Puccini’s “La Boheme,” arrives like a time capsule that refuses to stay shut as a first ever co-production of the White Theatre (inside the Jewish Community Center) and Kansas City’s venerable Melting Pot Theatre. Picture a time, not so long ago, when a diagnosis of HIV was a sentence of death.

Cabaret Roundup: December 15-21- Len Cariou, Megan Hilty, Jessica Vosk & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 15, 2025

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including the Bridges of Madison County original Broadway cast reunion, Jessica Vosk's annual holiday show SLEIGH, and more.

Historic Spots To See From Your Favorite Broadway Shows
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 14, 2025

One of the best parts of seeing a show in New York City is how there is often a relevant historic spot to visit, just steps away from the show you’re seeing. Here's just a few examples...

Best of NYC Christmas Concerts and Cabaret Shows - 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 3, 2025

Celebrate the winter holidays with cheer and plenty of good music with these 15 shows. There's something for everyone in this list – family-friendly shows you can take your kids to, queer celebrations, and more.

South Street Seaport Museum Reveals 2026 Sailing Season For The 1885 Schooner Pioneer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

South Street Seaport Museum has revealed the 2026 sailing season for the 1885 Schooner Pioneer beginning in May and running through October. Give the gift of adventure aboard this one-of-a-kind schooner this holiday season!

Sammi Cannold Makes Television Directing Debut With GREY'S ANATOMY Episode
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025

Sammi Cannold is moving from stage to screen! Cannold, who is known for directing musical theater, has made her television direction debut with an episode of Grey's Anatomy, titled 'Goodbye Horses.'

Interview: Dietrich Smith on AMERIKA OR, THE MAN WHO DISAPPEARED
by Shari Barrett - Oct 12, 2025

I decided to speak with Dietrich Smith, adaptor and director of Amerika or, The Man Who Disappeared, about his journey to present it as well as his interest in Franz Kafka’s story.

The National Arts Club to Present Free Arts Programs And Exhibitions This November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2025

The National Arts Club to present a month of free public events this November, honoring playwrights David Henry Hwang and Moisés Kaufman and featuring programs in theatre, music, literature, film, fashion, and archaeology, plus two major exhibitions at its historic Gramercy Park home.

Lost Broadway Theaters Still Standing... Continued!
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 28, 2025

Multiple lost Broadway theaters intersect with the Hammerstein family. This follows since Oscar Hammerstein I was a theater owner and builder. In addition to Hammerstein’s which was named after him and is now the Ed Sullivan, and the New Victory which he originally built, there is also the Hammerstein Ballroom. Read more here!