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Ana Villafañe Sings 'U-Haul' From WHERE WE ARE By Rae Covey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


Watch Ana Villafañe perform 'U-Haul' from Rae Covey's song cycle WHERE WE ARE.

TCG Reveals Recipients of 2024 Rising Leaders of Color Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024


Theatre Communications Group has revealed the participants in the eighth round of its Rising Leaders of Color Program. See who is taking part.

Natalie Joy Johnson Joins NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024


Natalie Joy Johnson joins the cast of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub on June 3. Learn how to purchase tickets.

West Boca Community Theatre To Celebrate The Legacy of Joe Papp This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2024


Join the West Boca Community Theater on June 22nd for a musical celebration honoring the legacy of Joe Papp, a pivotal figure in American theater.

Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Hear Her Sing in New Trailer
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2024


It's official! six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway this fall, taking on what is widely regarded as the greatest role in musical theatre, “Rose” in GYPSY. We have all of the details!

World Premiere of I'M ALMOST THERE Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024


The world premiere of I’m Almost There is coming to Edinburgh Fringe in August. Written and performed by Todd Almond , and Directed by David Cromer, performances run 1st – 26th August at Summerhall, Main Hall @ 14.45.

Photos: The Public Theater's Mobile Unit Presents THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2024


See production photos of The Public Theater’s Mobile Unit tour of the bilingual musical adaptation of THE COMEDY OF ERRORS.

Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop Closes Virtual Play Reading Series with IMPOSSIBLE THEORIES OF US
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


The Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop, in partnership with the Billie Holiday Theatre, will continue its Sunday Virtual Play Reading Series on Zoom with Impossible Theories of Us by John Mabey.

Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop & Billie Holiday Theatre to Present IMPOSSIBLE THEORIES OF US
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2024


The Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop and Billie Holiday Theatre will present a virtual reading of IMPOSSIBLE THEORIES OF US on May 26, 2024.

Patricia Milton's Play ACCUSED! Opens This July At Central Works
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024


Patricia Milton's play ACCUSED! opens on July 13 at Central Works, marking the final comic caper in the series.

Photos: Look Inside The Twenty Nine Hour Venture's Benefit Reading Of SHAME BOMB
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024


The Twenty Nine Hour Venture have shared first look photos of the development of the new play, SHAME BOMB by Ed Clark, directed by Chari Arespacochaga. The benefit reading took place at Theatre Row on May 17, 2024. 

Ariana DeBose, Alan Cumming, Darren Criss, Shoshana Bean, & Aaron Lazar Headline BROADWAY AND VINE Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024


Broadway and Vine kicks off its 2024 season on July 9 and 10 at 7:30PM, with Academy Award-winner Ariana DeBose at Carneros Resort Vineyard Lawn.

West End Star Bradley Jaden Makes His US Debut Live In Concert At Sony Hall In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024


West End star Bradley Jaden makes his US debut at Sony Hall on June 3rd, with special guest Shoshana Bean, a two-time Tony Award and Grammy nominee.

Video: Hear 'Time and Place' From PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2024


BroadwayWorld premieres a song from the upcoming musical PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, directed by Jo Bonney. See the video!

Feature: The VIPS Behind The Curtain at the Ziegfeld Ballroom!
by James Blinken - May 20, 2024


The 2024 Drama League Awards were held on May 17th at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City, marking a spectacular celebration of theatrical excellence!

The DOWNTOWN URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL Announces 22nd Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2024


The Downtown Urban Arts Festival returns for its 22nd season from June 12-29 at Theatre Row.

Graham, Henson, Zuraitis, and More to Headline NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre, will play at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 3.

David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE Announced At Lyric Stage Boston
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024


Explore the thought-provoking and humorous play YELLOW FACE at Lyric Stage Boston, delving into themes of identity and cultural perception.

Virginia Theatre Festival Announces Casting For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2024


The Virginia Theatre Festival has announced casting for its upcoming production of the beloved cult-classic musical Little Shop of Horrors.

Marga Gomez's SWIMMING WITH LESBIANS to Return to The Marsh
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024


After setting sail in New York City for its East Coast premiere and then embarking into international waters in Toronto, Marga Gomez’ latest riotous solo show Swimming With Lesbians will now dock back home in San Francisco at The Marsh for a special LGBTQ+ Pride Month run this June. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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