229 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036
SEATING CAPACITY: 200
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The Duke History
Located in the heart of the country’s premier entertainment district, Times Square, on its most iconic block, The Duke on 42nd Street offers artists and producers a unique home to share their work. With 200 seats on a custom-built fully-retractable unit and a gallery along the entire perimeter, the 57′ x 49.5′ x 19.5′ black box space is completely reconfigurable to accommodate a production’s creative needs.
Shows at the The Duke
DATES PRODUCTION 10/6/2025 - 1/11/2026 Messy White Gays (2025) 1/9/2020 - 3/8/2020 Emojiland (2020) 9/13/2019 - 10/12/2019 Mothers (2019) 1/3/2019 - 2/9/2019 Maestro (2019) 4/10/2018 - 5/20/2018 The Metromaniacs (2018) 2/24/2018 - 3/24/2018 Hello, From the Children of Planet Earth (2018) 11/11/2017 - 12/23/2017 Peter Pan (2017) 11/11/2017 - 12/23/2017 Bedlam's Peter Pan (2017) 5/16/2017 - 6/24/2017 The Government Inspector (2017) 2/27/2017 - 3/25/2017 The Moors (2017) 4/16/2013 - 5/18/2013 The Memory Show (2013) 2/2/2013 - 3/24/2013 Much Ado About Nothing (2013) 11/23/2012 - 1/5/2013 iLuminate: Artist of Light (2012) 10/13/2012 - 11/18/2012 House for Sale by Jonathan Franzen (2012) 5/1/2012 - 10/6/2012 Cock (2012) 10/25/2009 - 11/22/2009 What Once We Felt (2009) - Poor Behavior (2014) - The Rape of the Sabine Women, By Grace B. Matthias (2017) - The Saintliness of Margery Kempe (unknown) - The Revolving Cycles Truly and Steadily Roll'd (2018)
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Review: MOULIN ROUGE!, Glasgow Film Festival
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 6, 2026
The film follows Satine and Christian as their tragic love story unfurls beneath the glittering lights of bohemian Paris. In the style of the real Moulin Rouge, some unforgettable performances will kick off the night, so don’t be late!
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 6, 2026
The film follows Satine and Christian as their tragic love story unfurls beneath the glittering lights of bohemian Paris. In the style of the real Moulin Rouge, some unforgettable performances will kick off the night, so don’t be late!
STEREOPHONIC National Tour Coming To State Theatre New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will host the 2024 Tony Award-winning play STEREOPHONIC for a two-night event in March 2026. The acclaimed production will be staged at the historic venue in New Brunswick, NJ.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will host the 2024 Tony Award-winning play STEREOPHONIC for a two-night event in March 2026. The acclaimed production will be staged at the historic venue in New Brunswick, NJ.
RIGOLETTO is Now Playing at Det KGL. Teater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Rigoletto is now playing at Det KGL. Teater. Performances run through 11 March. Verdi’s celebrated dramatic masterpiece is a triumph of opera, brimming with some of its greatest musical highlights.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Rigoletto is now playing at Det KGL. Teater. Performances run through 11 March. Verdi’s celebrated dramatic masterpiece is a triumph of opera, brimming with some of its greatest musical highlights.
World Premiere of TWENTY THOUSAND STREETS UNDER THE SKY Comes to Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Troupe has announced the world premiere of Simon Reade's new stage adaptation of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky by Patrick Hamilton. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Troupe has announced the world premiere of Simon Reade's new stage adaptation of Twenty Thousand Streets Under the Sky by Patrick Hamilton. Learn more here!
ROMEO & JULIET Starring Sadie Sink & Noah Jupe Extends
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Romeo & Juliet will extend for two weeks due to popular demand. The production, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances at the Harold Pinter Theatre on Wednesday 18 March.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Romeo & Juliet will extend for two weeks due to popular demand. The production, starring Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances at the Harold Pinter Theatre on Wednesday 18 March.
Review: ROMÉO ET JULIETTE at Winter Opera
by Steve Callahan - Mar 2, 2026
Opera is widely considered to be a seasonal flower. Around the world opera festivals show their shoots in early spring, they blossom in the summer, and they stretch their glory into the fall. In St. Louis, though, we find one of the few fine opera companies willing to brave the icy blasts of winter.
by Steve Callahan - Mar 2, 2026
Opera is widely considered to be a seasonal flower. Around the world opera festivals show their shoots in early spring, they blossom in the summer, and they stretch their glory into the fall. In St. Louis, though, we find one of the few fine opera companies willing to brave the icy blasts of winter.
AMERICAN SONGBOOK, VIOLET, MATRIARCHS And More Set for March at Lincoln Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
Lincoln Center has announced its March 2026 lineup, including American Songbook curated by Clint Ramos, a Deaf Broadway presentation of Violet, and Black Girl Magic Ball: Matriarchs.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
Lincoln Center has announced its March 2026 lineup, including American Songbook curated by Clint Ramos, a Deaf Broadway presentation of Violet, and Black Girl Magic Ball: Matriarchs.
Catherine Tate Will Play Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY! in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony Award-winning smash hit comedy OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre from 27 April until 18 July 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony Award-winning smash hit comedy OH, MARY! at Trafalgar Theatre from 27 April until 18 July 2026. Learn more here!
Previews: SEASON PREVIEW at CAP Theatre
by DC Felton - Feb 23, 2026
It's always fun seeing what a theatre you have worked for announces for its new season. This last season, I had the honor of directing CAP Theatre's production of 'Beetlejuice Junior.' During that time, they were starting to dream about what their next season could be. So I was excited to attend their announcement party on January 10 to see what their dream for the next season would be. One of the exciting parts of this announcement is that CAP is celebrating its 20th season at its current location, with its biggest season yet! If the students in attendance respond positively, this will be a fantastic season.
by DC Felton - Feb 23, 2026
It's always fun seeing what a theatre you have worked for announces for its new season. This last season, I had the honor of directing CAP Theatre's production of 'Beetlejuice Junior.' During that time, they were starting to dream about what their next season could be. So I was excited to attend their announcement party on January 10 to see what their dream for the next season would be. One of the exciting parts of this announcement is that CAP is celebrating its 20th season at its current location, with its biggest season yet! If the students in attendance respond positively, this will be a fantastic season.
Wellesley Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For In-Process Presentation Of LIFTED
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Wellesley Repertory Theatre will present 'LIFTED,' the seventh installment in the Ufot Family Cycle, with performances scheduled across three venues in March.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Wellesley Repertory Theatre will present 'LIFTED,' the seventh installment in the Ufot Family Cycle, with performances scheduled across three venues in March.
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA Journeys Back to Musical Theatre West
by Michael Quintos - Feb 17, 2026
Directed by James Vásquez with musical direction by Ryan O'Connell and choreography by Shani Talmor, this remarkably solid new production of the 1965 Tony Award winner boasts haunting visuals and superb performances from its assembled ensemble, led by a trio of excellent leads that offer three distinct portrayals of varying temperaments. This brand new regional revival mounted by Musical Theatre West—which recently opened its latest iteration of the show at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach—continues through March 1, 2026.
by Michael Quintos - Feb 17, 2026
Directed by James Vásquez with musical direction by Ryan O'Connell and choreography by Shani Talmor, this remarkably solid new production of the 1965 Tony Award winner boasts haunting visuals and superb performances from its assembled ensemble, led by a trio of excellent leads that offer three distinct portrayals of varying temperaments. This brand new regional revival mounted by Musical Theatre West—which recently opened its latest iteration of the show at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach—continues through March 1, 2026.
Previews: SEASON PREVIEW at Iowa Stage
by DC Felton - Feb 15, 2026
One of the exciting parts of the year is when theatres start announcing their new seasons. It's such a thrill finding out which shows will be included, and if you ever get to attend an announcement party, you can feel the room fill with excitement. Iowa Stage announced its 2026 season at the end of 2025. While I wasn't able to attend the announcement party, I was still full of excitement as I anticipated the shows they would include in their season.
by DC Felton - Feb 15, 2026
One of the exciting parts of the year is when theatres start announcing their new seasons. It's such a thrill finding out which shows will be included, and if you ever get to attend an announcement party, you can feel the room fill with excitement. Iowa Stage announced its 2026 season at the end of 2025. While I wasn't able to attend the announcement party, I was still full of excitement as I anticipated the shows they would include in their season.
Interview: Guillermo Cienfuegos And Ann Noble of RICHARD III at A Noise Within
by Shari Barrett - Feb 11, 2026
Here's my interview with director Guillermo Cienfuegos and Richard III star Ann Noble about their vision for the production.
by Shari Barrett - Feb 11, 2026
Here's my interview with director Guillermo Cienfuegos and Richard III star Ann Noble about their vision for the production.
Video: Opera Singer Denyce Graves Reflects on Career Ahead of Retirement on PBS
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026
Following a storied career on the operatic stages across the country, acclaimed mezzo soprano Dency Graves is entering the next phase of her career. For the PBS culture series CANVAS, arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown caught up with the performer ahead of her retirement. Watch the segment now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2026
Following a storied career on the operatic stages across the country, acclaimed mezzo soprano Dency Graves is entering the next phase of her career. For the PBS culture series CANVAS, arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown caught up with the performer ahead of her retirement. Watch the segment now.
PCPA Will Present MEASURE FOR MEASURE This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
PCPA will bring Shakespeare's most provocative and morally complex play, Measure for Measure, to the Severson Theatre February 26 through March 15, 2026. Learn ore here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
PCPA will bring Shakespeare's most provocative and morally complex play, Measure for Measure, to the Severson Theatre February 26 through March 15, 2026. Learn ore here!
Video: National Geographic Releases Trailer for Werner Herzog's GHOST ELEMENTS
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
The trailer has been released for National Geographic's new feature-length documentary, Ghost Elephants, directed, written, and narrated by acclaimed Werner Herzog. Check it out here.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
The trailer has been released for National Geographic's new feature-length documentary, Ghost Elephants, directed, written, and narrated by acclaimed Werner Herzog. Check it out here.
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.
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.
People's Light to Stage Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026
People's Light will present Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT from February 25 to March 29, 2026, featuring a fresh directorial approach by Andrew Watring in his mainstage debut.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026
People's Light will present Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT from February 25 to March 29, 2026, featuring a fresh directorial approach by Andrew Watring in his mainstage debut.
Review: THE TEMPEST, Shakespeare’s Globe
by Clementine Scott - Jan 31, 2026
The Tempest is perhaps the most metatheatrical of Shakespeare's plays: the plot takes place in real time, and Prospero asks the audience to “free” him with their applause. So who better to direct than the king of theatrical deconstruction himself, Tim Crouch?
by Clementine Scott - Jan 31, 2026
The Tempest is perhaps the most metatheatrical of Shakespeare's plays: the plot takes place in real time, and Prospero asks the audience to “free” him with their applause. So who better to direct than the king of theatrical deconstruction himself, Tim Crouch?
Phil Daniels Joins Cast of David Hare's TEETH 'N' SMILES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
The full cast has been announced for the 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
The full cast has been announced for the 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
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