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New World Stages History
New World Stages is the renowned performing arts complex in the heart of the theatre district which has served as the home of Tony Award®-winning, Guinness World Record-setting and Pulitzer Prize-earning shows. Providing world-class entertainment in an intimate environment on the site of lively Worldwide Plaza, it is made up of five theatres, a public lounge, and events spaces dedicated to audience and artist services.News
Winners Announced for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026
The results are in for the 2026 BroadwayWorld Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Lost Boys dominated the night with wins including Best New Musical, Best Direction, and Best Lead Performer, while Death of a Salesman and Every Brilliant Thing's Daniel Radcliffe led the play categories.
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026
The results are in for the 2026 BroadwayWorld Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Lost Boys dominated the night with wins including Best New Musical, Best Direction, and Best Lead Performer, while Death of a Salesman and Every Brilliant Thing's Daniel Radcliffe led the play categories.
Kate Rockwell, Steven Huynh & More Join CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! High School Songwriting Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
Broadway artists Kate Rockwell, Steven Huynh, Oluchi Nwaokorie, and Mayelah Barrera will perform winning songs by eight high school students at New World Stages in NYC, with a livestream available at arts.gov and namt.org.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
Broadway artists Kate Rockwell, Steven Huynh, Oluchi Nwaokorie, and Mayelah Barrera will perform winning songs by eight high school students at New World Stages in NYC, with a livestream available at arts.gov and namt.org.
Lilli Cooper and Jasmine Amy Rogers to Depart SPELLING BEE This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee cast members Lilli Cooper and Jasmine Amy Rogers will each complete their extended runs in the production this summer.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee cast members Lilli Cooper and Jasmine Amy Rogers will each complete their extended runs in the production this summer.
Interview: Brockton Native Alex J. Gould Talks Broadway Debut in DOG DAY AFTERNOON
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 5, 2026
Brockton-born actor Alex J. Gould is currently making his Broadway debut in “Dog Day Afternoon,” appearing alongside Emmy Award-winning actors Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach from the FX on Hulu series “The Bear.”
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 5, 2026
Brockton-born actor Alex J. Gould is currently making his Broadway debut in “Dog Day Afternoon,” appearing alongside Emmy Award-winning actors Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach from the FX on Hulu series “The Bear.”
Listen: Ginger Minj and Jujubee Release Cover of 'Anything You Can Do' From ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
Drag legends Ginger Minj and Jujubee have released a cover of 'Anything You Can Do (I Can Do Better),' the Irving Berlin show tune from the 1946 Broadway musical ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. Listen here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
Drag legends Ginger Minj and Jujubee have released a cover of 'Anything You Can Do (I Can Do Better),' the Irving Berlin show tune from the 1946 Broadway musical ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. Listen here!
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Releases New Block of Tickets Through January 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Now in its 9th year of performances at New World Stages in New York City, The Play That Goes Wrong has extended.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Now in its 9th year of performances at New World Stages in New York City, The Play That Goes Wrong has extended.
Final Chance to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026
This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026
This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Video: Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner Makes Guest Appearance in SPELLING BEE Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner, Shrey Parikh, put his spelling skills to the test as one of the guest spellers in the award-winning revival of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Check out video here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee winner, Shrey Parikh, put his spelling skills to the test as one of the guest spellers in the award-winning revival of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Check out video here!
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL UK Tour Cast Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Dog Man: The Musical has announced its cast. The stage adaptation of the popular book series is set to bring the beloved characters to life in a live musical production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Dog Man: The Musical has announced its cast. The stage adaptation of the popular book series is set to bring the beloved characters to life in a live musical production.
wild project Names Neil Totton Inaugural Mikéah Jennings Artist-in-Residence
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Multidisciplinary artist Neil Totton was named the inaugural recipient of wild project's Mikéah Jennings Artist-in-Residence program, receiving two weeks of free theater access and financial support to develop and perform a work-in-progress.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Multidisciplinary artist Neil Totton was named the inaugural recipient of wild project's Mikéah Jennings Artist-in-Residence program, receiving two weeks of free theater access and financial support to develop and perform a work-in-progress.
Previews: Broadway Stars Shine Bright This Summer at Blue Strawberry in St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - May 31, 2026
The stars of Broadway will shine this summer at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge. Katy Geraghty, Tony Winner Paulo Szot, Elizabeth Teeter, and Tony Winner Matt Doyle will bring their solo shows to intimate midtown cabaret club.
by James Lindhorst - May 31, 2026
The stars of Broadway will shine this summer at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge. Katy Geraghty, Tony Winner Paulo Szot, Elizabeth Teeter, and Tony Winner Matt Doyle will bring their solo shows to intimate midtown cabaret club.
Final Week to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards; THE LOST BOYS Leads Best New Musical
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026
There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026
There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
WOMAN SEEKING CUDDLES to Preview at The Tank NYC Before Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Emmy-nominated writer Renwick McAslan's darkly comic one-woman show WOMAN SEEKING CUDDLES will preview at The Tank in New York before making its international debut at Edinburgh Fringe.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026
Emmy-nominated writer Renwick McAslan's darkly comic one-woman show WOMAN SEEKING CUDDLES will preview at The Tank in New York before making its international debut at Edinburgh Fringe.
Ava DeMary and Jeanette Bayardelle Will Join the Cast of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Ava DeMary and Tony Award nominee Jeanette Bayardelle will join the cast of Heathers The Musical next month. DeMary will play the role of Heather McNamara, and Bayardelle will play Ms. Fleming/Veronica’s Mom.
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026
Ava DeMary and Tony Award nominee Jeanette Bayardelle will join the cast of Heathers The Musical next month. DeMary will play the role of Heather McNamara, and Bayardelle will play Ms. Fleming/Veronica’s Mom.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 27, 2026- Inside CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Choreo and More
by - May 27, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 27, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
RED to Close Out the Season at Laguna Playhouse with Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Laguna Playhouse will present RED, John Logan's Tony Award-winning two-character drama about painter Mark Rothko, directed by J. Scott Lapp, starring Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez to close its 2025-2026 season.
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Laguna Playhouse will present RED, John Logan's Tony Award-winning two-character drama about painter Mark Rothko, directed by J. Scott Lapp, starring Rob Nagle and James Hayden Rodriguez to close its 2025-2026 season.
Winners Revealed For the 2026 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge For High School Students
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The National Endowment for the Arts and National Alliance for Musical Theatre announced the winners of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students, with winning songs to be performed in concert at New World Stages in NYC.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The National Endowment for the Arts and National Alliance for Musical Theatre announced the winners of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students, with winning songs to be performed in concert at New World Stages in NYC.
How Have Broadway Theater Sizes Changed Over the Years?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 24, 2026
xBroadway’s current theater capacity rules have not always been how they are now. The distinctions between Broadway, off-Broadway, and other types of venues have changed over the decades as the industry has evolved.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 24, 2026
xBroadway’s current theater capacity rules have not always been how they are now. The distinctions between Broadway, off-Broadway, and other types of venues have changed over the decades as the industry has evolved.
HEATHERS Original Off-Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - May 23, 2026
BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at what the original cast of Heathers: The Musical, including Barrett Wilbert Weed, Ryan McCartan, Jessica Keenan Wynn, and more have been up to since its Off-Broadway debut!
by Sidney Paterra - May 23, 2026
BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at what the original cast of Heathers: The Musical, including Barrett Wilbert Weed, Ryan McCartan, Jessica Keenan Wynn, and more have been up to since its Off-Broadway debut!
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Will Launch North American Tour in Baltimore in May 2027
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Heathers the Musical will launch its first-ever North American tour in May 2027 at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD, traveling the country to play more than 35 cities in multiple touring seasons.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Heathers the Musical will launch its first-ever North American tour in May 2027 at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD, traveling the country to play more than 35 cities in multiple touring seasons.
New World Stages Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in New World Stages?
New World Stages's current show is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee which began performances on 11/07/2025
What were the longest running shows at New World Stages?
Jamie Allan’s Amaze which ran from 08/13/2025 to 01/31/2027, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee which ran from 11/17/2025 to 09/06/2026, The Two-Character Play which ran from 06/19/2013 to 09/29/2013, and The Government Inspector which ran from 06/01/2017 to 08/20/2017
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