New York Theatre

IN HONOR OF JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT to Extend at New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026

Roger Guenveur Smith's solo show will run an additional week due to popular demand at New York Theatre Workshop, featuring live sound design by Marc Anthony Thompson.

Lola Tung and Daniel Bravo Hernández Will Lead SANCTUARY CITY Benefit Reading
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026

Lola Tung and Daniel Bravo Hernández will star in a one-night-only benefit reading of Martyna Majok's Pulitzer Prize-winning play at New York Theatre Workshop, with proceeds supporting RAICES.

THE BUZZER to Be Presented as Part of Conundrum Theatre Company's New Works Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026

Chandra Thomas' The Buzzer will be presented September 20 and 26 as part of Conundrum Theatre Company's New Works Festival at the Victory Theatre Center, directed by Titus Telge.

Submissions Open for Amas Musical Theatre's 9th Eric H. Weinberger Award For Emerging Lyricists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026

Amas Musical Theatre has opened submissions for the ninth year of the Eric H. Weinberger Award for Emerging Librettists, offering a $2,000 cash grant and development assistance to a musical theatre librettist.

Review Roundup: PRE-EXISTING CONDITION Starring Lupita Nyong'o Opens at Greenwich House Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2026

Reviews are in for Pre-Existing Condition at Greenwich House Theater, where Lupita Nyong'o leads Marin Ireland's acclaimed play before Phillipa Soo, Susannah Flood, Hari Nef, Edie Falco and Whitney White rotate into the central role.

RENT to be Presented at San Francisco Playhouse This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026

San Francisco Playhouse will present the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical RENT, featuring direction by Bill English, music direction by Dave Dobusky, and choreography by Vince Chan.

Lillias White and Reeve Carney Will Reunite to Lead TEXAS IN PARIS Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026

Lillias White and Reeve Carney reunite for an off-Broadway production of the musical TEXAS IN PARIS at Signature Theatre's Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre. Directed by Akin Babatundé, the limited engagement explores race relations through spirituals and cowboy songs.

WRITE OUT LOUD, Michael Cerveris and More Set for Upcoming 54 Below Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Write Out Loud, Michael Cerveris and more. 

Gina Torres to Star in BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2026

Television and film star and producer Gina Torres will join the Broadway production of Buena Vista Social Club in the role of “Omara Portuondo.” Before embarking on her television career, Torres made her Broadway debut in 1994 in Face Value.

Wild Rose to Star Madeline Brewer at New York Theatre Workshop
by Rachel Stone - Sep 10, 2026

Madeline Brewer will star in WILD ROSE at New York Theatre Workshop. The production will play at the East 4th Street venue in New York.

Whitney White to Join PRE-EXISTING CONDITION Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

Tony Award nominee Whitney White joins the rotating cast of PRE-EXISTING CONDITION at Greenwich House Theater, wrapping the production's run. The play stars multiple award-winning performers in the lead role of 'A'.

Photos: Gaten Matarazzo, Travis Ross, and More in Rehearsal For RENT in London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released for the new production of Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning musical RENT at the Tom Stoppard Theatre. Check out the photos here!

38th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS Unveils Creative Teams
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre named directors, music directors and emerging artists for its 38th annual festival showcasing eight new musicals in concert presentations at New World Stages.

Jon Rua, Alex Mitchell and Mandarin Wu Set for New York Theatre Barn's Choreography Lab
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2026

John Rua, Alex Mitchell, and Mandarin Wu will lead New York Theatre Barn's 13th season Choreography Lab, showcasing excerpts from FREEDOM RIDERS: THE CIVIL RIGHTS MUSICAL, THE LADIES MAN, and THE MONKEY KING: A KUNG FU MUSICAL at Open Jar Studios.

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. Will Present NO VACANCY SERIES
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2026

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. has just announced its production of the No Vacancy Series. No Vacancy is a collection of 3 one act plays set in motels throughout the last 50 years. Cabin 12 by John Bishop from the 70s, Motel Story by Alexandra Vassilaros in the 90s and Here Comes the Drone by Arlene Hutton from the 2010’s. A mix of drama and comedy the plays all deal with themes around connection, isolation and identity. Performances of the No Vacancy Series begin Thursday, September 10 for a limited run through September 13 at Urban Stages (259 West 30th Street).

Review Roundup: GARRY STARR: CLASSIC PENGUINS Opens Off-Broadway at Studio Seaview
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026

The U.S. premiere of Garry Starr: Classic Penguins, written and performed by Damien Warren-Smith, is now playing at Studio Seaview. Read the reviews here!

WIVES to Open at East West Players in Southern California Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026

East West Players will stage the Southern California premiere of Jaclyn Backhaus's WIVES, co-produced with Hypokrit Live Arts, featuring Rachna Khatau, E.M. Davis, Arasha and Parvesh Cheena.

Roundabout Unveils 2026-27 Directing Fellow And Directors Group Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026

Ciera Miller has been named Roundabout Theatre Company's tenth Directing Fellow, joining an 11-member Roundabout Directors Group cohort offering mentorship to emerging theatre directors.

FAUST SYNDROME World Premiere to be Presented at Theater in Asylum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026

Theater in Asylum will present the world premiere of Faust Syndrome, following three activists who confront a Faustian bargain with Mephistopheles at the Episcopal Actors' Guild Hall in New York City.

Tickets On Sale For HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026

Tickets for the new play, Here There Are Blueberries, written by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich, are on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!