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Play BroadwayWorld's Daily Word Game - 8/26/2026
Today's BroadwayWorld Daily Word Game is now live - can you guess today's word or phrase? The solution can be any theatre related word or phrase - a show title, performer, recognizable lyrical phrase, and more.
Video: 9 TO 5 Audience Gasps as Cast Member Announces Dolly Parton's Death
The audience at a production of 9 to 5 the musical was shocked to learn of Dolly Parton's passing just as the show was beginning.
Broadway Veteran Jaye P. Morgan Passes Away at 94
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Jaye P.
BAT BOY Teases New Announcement Nearly A Year After City Center Run
Could there be a future for the recent City Center production of the cult classic musical? Nearly a year after the musical returned to New York City with an Alex Timbers-directed production, a mysterious new Instagram account has been launched.
Film Adaptation of Alexander McQueen Play is in Development
A film adaptation is underway of James Phillips’ stage play McQueen: or Lee and Beauty, about the late fashion icon Alexander McQueen.
Rupert Grint Will Join HARRY POTTER & THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway
Rupert Grint, who played Ron Weasley in all eight Harry Potter films, will step into the role again - this time onstage and as a grown man - in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Video: Go Into the Void at STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW on Broadway
BroadwayWorld recently headed to Broadway's Marquis Theatre to go behind the scenes at Stranger Things: The First Shadow, where Richard Ridge caught up with Victor de Paula Rocha, who currently takes on the role of Henry Creel.
Jessica Phillips, Andrew Kober and More Will Perform at BROADWAY IN THE PARK: LET'S ROCK! in New Jersey
In just over a week, SOMA Stage will present the 5th annual Broadway in the Park concert on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th at 4:30 p.
Tony-Nominated Scenic Designer Anna Louizos Dies at Age 69
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Anna Louizos, the Tony Award-nominated scenic designer whose work was seen on Broadway, Off-Broadway, in London, Las Vegas and on national tours, has died at age 69.
Playwright Kate Cortesi Will Pen New Rom-Com Series For Disney+
Playwright Kate Cortesi has created and written Mad Love, a new six-part romantic comedy-drama series that has just been greenlit at Disney+.
Interview: 'The Response Is Always At 100!': Actor Jinkx Monsoon On Audience Reactions And Playing The Title Role In OH, MARY! In The West End
Recently, we had the chance to chat with Jinkx Monsoon about her return to Oh, Mary!.
Review Roundup: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Arrives on Broadway
Are the critics screaming over the first play of the 2026/27 Broadway season? Paranormal Activity officially opened tonight at the August Wilson Theatre.
Contest: Enter to Win THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tickets, Merch, & Dinner
We're giving away an astounding trip to The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway! Enter now to win a pair of tickets to the hit revival at Studio 54, along with two merchandise packs and a dinner for two at Lady Blue.
Broadway Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton: Megan Hilty & More React
Broadway is mourning the loss of music icon Dolly Parton.
Music Icon Dolly Parton Has Passed Away at Age 80
Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 8/23/26 - PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Now in Previews
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 08/23/2026.
Maxim Chlumecky, Nathan Levy, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer & Ruthie Ann Miles Will Lead THE FANTASTICKS on Broadway
Second Stage Theater just announced complete casting for the upcoming Broadway premiere of THE FANTASTICKS, directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli.
Photos: Jasmin Savoy Brown, Norbert Leo Butz and More in Rehearsals for HADESTOWN
Get a first look inside rehearsals for Hadestown, featuring the all-new principal cast beginning performances, including television and film star Jasmin Savoy Brown as ‘Eurydice,’ and more.
DREAMGIRLS Broadway Revival No Longer Set to Open in Fall 2026
The revival of Dreamgirls will no longer be opening on Broadway in Fall 2026 as previously revealed.
Video: Watch the ‘Demented’ Cast of OH, MARY! Get Ready to Hit the Road
Oh, Mary! is hitting the road—and its new company is ready to unleash Mary Todd Lincoln on the rest of America.
Video: Get a First Look at THE GILDED AGE Season 4
The Emmy nominated HBO Original drama series, from creator Julian Fellowes (“Downton Abbey”), THE GILDED AGE will debut its eight-episode fourth season.
Kennedy Center Warns of 'Death Spiral' without Trump's Name
Kennedy Center attorneys say Donald Trump's name is essential to the institution's survival, as new financial documents show ticket sales and fundraising fell after the previous rebrand.
Sara Bareilles to Launch Free Installation and Performance Series at Lincoln Center Theater
Sara Bareilles, in partnership with Lincoln Center Theater and The Strangers Project, is launching “Good Grief: Stories and Song,” a three-day installation and performance series, free and open to the public.
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Lisa Howard and Dylan Bradford Join THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour
New faces will join the Abbey in the North American tour of The Sound of Music this fall.
