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fromVulture
5 hours ago

Schmigadoon! Brings Its Inside Jokes to Its Ancestral Home

Schmigadoon! is a musical that cleverly incorporates numerous classic tropes but ultimately feels unambitious despite its technical prowess.
Film
fromVulture
6 days ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Octet Cast Could Not Be More Exciting

The cast for Lin-Manuel Miranda's film adaptation of Octet features notable stars from recent musical films and television.
NYC music
fromVulture
5 hours ago

Schmigadoon! Brings Its Inside Jokes to Its Ancestral Home

Schmigadoon! is a musical that cleverly incorporates numerous classic tropes but ultimately feels unambitious despite its technical prowess.
Film
fromVulture
6 days ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Octet Cast Could Not Be More Exciting

The cast for Lin-Manuel Miranda's film adaptation of Octet features notable stars from recent musical films and television.
#broadway
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Broadway review: Paris is purring in Cats: The Jellicle Ball ()

The revival of Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway reinvigorates the musical, transforming its inherent strangeness into a celebratory experience.
Writing
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Soon You Can Marry Mariska Hargitay on Broadway

Mariska Hargitay will take over the role from Daniel Radcliffe in the Broadway revival of Every Brilliant Thing, emphasizing themes of healing and hope.
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fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Review | Schmigadoon!' lands on Broadway, but the joke wears thin | amNewYork

Schmigadoon! adapts the TV series to stage but struggles to maintain its novelty and humor as a full-length Broadway musical.
NYC music
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Tony-Winning Voices: "Sutton Foster & Kelli O'Hara" Live in Concert (SF)

Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara perform with the San Francisco Symphony on July 18, 2026, featuring songs and stories from their Tony Award-winning shows.
NYC music
fromVulture
1 week ago

C'est Absurde, In the Best Possible Way: Titanique

Broadway's current season celebrates queer culture through vibrant productions like Titanique and Rocky Horror Show, showcasing defiance and joy amidst challenges.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Broadway review: Paris is purring in Cats: The Jellicle Ball ()

The revival of Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway reinvigorates the musical, transforming its inherent strangeness into a celebratory experience.
Writing
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Soon You Can Marry Mariska Hargitay on Broadway

Mariska Hargitay will take over the role from Daniel Radcliffe in the Broadway revival of Every Brilliant Thing, emphasizing themes of healing and hope.
Writing
fromScary Mommy
18 hours ago

Meet The Vampire Pop Opera Created By A Mom Who Was Craving A Sexy Night Out

Carey Renee Sharpe created and starred in her own vampire musical, BLOOD/LOVE, as a creative outlet after years of caregiving.
Books
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 day ago

Rogue Theatre's 'Angels in America' finds power in the space between page and stage * Oregon ArtsWatch

Rogue Theater Company presents a staged reading of Angels in America, emphasizing that such readings are a unique artistic invitation rather than a lesser form of theater.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Fallen Angels review Rose Byrne is utterly delightful in Noel Coward comedy revival

Fallen Angels, a sort of proto-Godot, features two society women drinking themselves into a stupor while waiting for an old lover, showcasing Coward's sexual frankness and humor.
London music
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

7 Key Works of Avant-Garde Theater

Avant-garde theater originated in 19th-century France, emphasizing social reform and innovative artistic expression to critique mainstream culture.
Film
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Christine Baranski will make her West End debut in Noel Coward's Hay Fever, fulfilling a long-held dream and returning to her theatre roots.
fromBustle
5 days ago

Aya Cash Talks 'Giant' On Broadway & Her Theater Rituals

I was just terrified. I was like, 'I don't want to mess this up. It's done so well. Everyone loves it. And now I'm coming in, and I can be the thing that makes the wheels come off.'
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Humor
fromVulture
5 days ago

The Fear of 13 Doesn't Get Far Outside of Adrien Brody's Head

Nick Yarris, exonerated after 22 years on death row, shares his extraordinary life stories with a prison volunteer, blurring lines between advocacy and listening.
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in an autobiographical solo show about the home he lost in the 2025 Palisades Fire

"860 was the address of the home we lost in the Palisades fires. We lived there for 46 years. I invite you to come inside 860 and I'll tell you all the funny and touching things that happened there, not only in my career but to our family."
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fromVulture
4 days ago

Does Proof Still Compute?

Broadway revival of Proof reflects Y2K nostalgia but struggles to deliver its emotional and intellectual impact.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
Writing
fromVulture
1 day ago

Fallen Angels Makes a Great Case for Irrelevance

Fallen Angels is a lighthearted revival that offers escapism through humor and charm, set against a backdrop of historical turmoil.
Film
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

Broadway review: The Fear of 13 is just fine

The Fear of 13 is a dramatization of Nick Yarris's wrongful conviction and exoneration, featuring Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Jack O'Brien Has Stories About Everyone on Broadway

Jack O'Brien, an acclaimed theater director, embraces acting in his late 80s after being cast in a television role following a friend's death.
Writing
fromVulture
4 days ago

Does Proof Still Compute?

Broadway revival of Proof reflects Y2K nostalgia but struggles to deliver its emotional and intellectual impact.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Such a water-cooler show!' Jane Krakowski on Ally McBeal and life as the world's biggest scene-stealer

Krakowski was almost the photo-negative of Calista Flockhart's title character: brassy, eccentric, unconcerned by others' opinions. Similarly, her character in 30 Rock, Jenna Maroney, acted as the bookend to Tina Fey's Liz Lemon, Krakowski untouched by self-awareness, Fey beset by it.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Review | Fallen Angels' with Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne sparkles briefly, then fizzles | amNewYork

Timing, tone, and delivery are crucial in Coward's work, but 'Fallen Angels' struggles with execution despite its intriguing setup.
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

David Tennant and Riz Ahmed star as 'White Rabbit, Red Rabbit' returns to the West End

Nassim Soleimanpour's White Rabbit, Red Rabbit has become a hallmark of 'cold read' plays, where actors perform without prior knowledge of the script, responding live to prompts.
London music
Television
from6abc Philadelphia
5 days ago

From 'Aladdin' to 'Scrubs' to 'General Hospital,' it's Michael James Scott's moment to shine

Michael James Scott is concluding his role as Genie in Disney's Aladdin while also starring in the revival of Scrubs.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Houdini's reappearing act: David Haig's new play lays bare the magician's dispute with Conan Doyle

David Haig's play 'Magic' explores the complex friendship between Conan Doyle and Houdini, highlighting their contrasting beliefs about spirituality and deception.
NYC music
fromPlaybill
4 days ago

Hadestown Live Film, Featuring Original Broadway Leads, Will Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival

Hadestown live film featuring original Broadway leads will premiere at Tribeca Film Festival on June 8, 2026.
Film
fromBustle
6 days ago

The World Yearns For Amanda Seyfried In More Musicals

Amanda Seyfried is actively seeking musical roles and will star in Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming film Octet.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Where NYC finds its voice: Inside Michael Minelli's Step to the Mike' | amNewYork

Step to the Mike transforms New York City sidewalks into live platforms for discovering raw musical talent.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

No need for hard stares as Paddington: The Musical triumphs at the Olivier awards

Paddington: The Musical won seven Olivier awards, including best new musical and best actor in a musical.
NYC music
fromQueerty
5 days ago

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Madonna's Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II is set to release on July 3, 2026.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

A Drama of Two Masters

A documentary dramatizes the rivalry between British landscape painters Turner and Constable while exploring survival strategies in the age of AI.
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

The next Shane & Ilya? Meet the stars bringing a Heated Rivalry musical to the stage - Queerty

MarcAurele knew he had to strike while the iron was red-hot, so he got to writing, and in just three short weeks he was bringing the show to life, complete with a number that explored the inherent musicality of that bike scene and another that featured a chorus lauding 'gay hockey players with big butts' as if they were singing a church hymn.
NYC LGBT
London music
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Mariska Hargitay stars in Every Brilliant Thing,' while an animated hit heads to the stage

Mariska Hargitay will make her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing starting May 26, succeeding Daniel Radcliffe.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
6 days ago

Broadway review: Death of a Salesman, to die for ()

Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf deliver a powerful revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, emphasizing the tragedy of an ordinary man's struggles.
NYC music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Rachel Zegler Won the Oliviers

Rachel Zegler won Best Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for her role in Evita, delivering a powerful performance and acceptance speech.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A New Way of Thinking About Stephen Sondheim

Sondheim never sought to make creations in his own image. The songs he wrote...had nothing to do with him as a person, or so he would always insist.
Music production
Books
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Big, Tall, Terrible Roald Dahl Comes to Life in Giant

Many celebrated children's authors have made controversial statements that contradict their literary themes, raising questions about their moral integrity and public personas.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Drama Is Too Cowardly to Commit to Its Provocative Premise

The film presents a dark romantic comedy featuring complex characters and a central premise that challenges audience expectations.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Oh what a circus! The Greatest Showman hits the stage as a high-flying, hammer-juggling, banger-filled spectacular

The Greatest Showman is now a Disney stage musical, premiering in Bristol with new songs added to the original soundtrack.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Twist in The Drama Is Not the Problem

The film features a controversial plot twist involving a character's past plan for a school shooting, sparking significant online speculation and backlash.
#titanique
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Review | Titanique' hits Broadway, runs aground

Titanique struggles to maintain momentum despite a strong theater season, offering a parody of Titanic through Celine Dion's music but lacking depth and humor.
NYC music
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Constantine Rousouli dishes on taking Titanique to Broadway, Celine Dion's gayest song & his Titanic hot take - Queerty

Titanique, a Celine Dion-themed musical parody of Titanic, is set to open on Broadway after a successful run since its LA debut in 2017.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Review | Titanique' hits Broadway, runs aground

Titanique struggles to maintain momentum despite a strong theater season, offering a parody of Titanic through Celine Dion's music but lacking depth and humor.
NYC music
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Constantine Rousouli dishes on taking Titanique to Broadway, Celine Dion's gayest song & his Titanic hot take - Queerty

Titanique, a Celine Dion-themed musical parody of Titanic, is set to open on Broadway after a successful run since its LA debut in 2017.
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Film
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

The Drama Surrounding "The Drama"

Fans gathered for the New York premiere of 'The Drama' starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, showcasing excitement and anticipation despite the cold weather.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Critics Aren't Sure Whether to Marry The Drama

Zendaya's performance in the controversial film is widely praised, while critics are divided on the film's originality and execution.
Film
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

'The Drama' Is Worth the Secrecy

Kristoffer Borgli's film explores dark human impulses through a pre-wedding gathering that reveals unsettling secrets among friends.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on new musicals: sex, drugs and song n' dance | Editorial

Trainspotting the Musical adapts Irvine Welsh's novel, showcasing the evolution of stories from books to stage with contemporary themes.
NYC music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Among The Last Five Years Superfans

The Last Five Years explores the complexities of a doomed relationship through the perspectives of both partners, revealing deep emotional truths.
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NYC music
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

Review: Two friends makes a great escape in Mexodus ()

Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson create a musical that highlights the historical escape of enslaved Black people to Mexico.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

Review: Two friends makes a great escape in Mexodus ()

Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson create a musical that highlights the historical escape of enslaved Black people to Mexico.
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Tim Minchin talks Australian secrets, his love for London and why Manhattan will never be home

I'm most at peace at our place in Kangaroo Valley, a couple of hours south of Sydney - we have 12 acres of native Australian semi-rainforest. If I'm five hours into a day of trying to get rid of the weeds from a copse of trees, I'm pretty fucking happy, especially if my kids and my wife are helping me.
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fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

'In the Heights' returns to NYC for a limited run this fall

In the Heights returns to New York City Center for a two-week concert staging from October 28 through November 8, 2026, directed by David Mendizábal.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

'In the Heights' returns to NYC for a limited run this fall

In the Heights returns to New York City Center for a two-week concert staging from October 28 through November 8, 2026, directed by David Mendizábal.
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

A 'Glee' star is joining an Off Broadway dance show and we can't think of a better fit

"It has been a bucket-list dream of mine to perform on a New York stage, and I couldn't think of a better way to do that than becoming a part of the 11 to Midnight family," Morris said in a statement.
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Arts
fromArtforum
2 months ago

Blame Game

Molière's comedies are being revived in contemporary theater to critique cultural elites and prompt self-reflection within arts philanthropy and performance.
Music
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

'The Wiz' is making a North American tour stop in San Jose

The Wiz national tour plays San Jose Jan. 27–Feb. 1 while a community MLK Day tree planting involved 150+ volunteers improving Rainbow Park.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Utterly winning': Paddington becomes first new West End musical to land nine WhatsOnStage awards

Paddington becomes the first new West End musical to win nine WhatsOnStage awards, joining Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Miss Saigon as the most awarded shows in the ceremony's history.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Review: Production of classic musical in Berkeley is just about perfect

A staging of Sunday in the Park with George vividly captures Seurat's pointillist process, artistic obsession, and Sondheim and Lapine's collaborative genius.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Broadway: Jeremy Jordan to succeed Jonathan Groff in Just in Time,' Tony Awards back to Radio City, and more amNewYork

Beginning April 21, Jeremy Jordan will step into the role of Bobby Darin in Just in Time, the immersive nightclub musical that quietly became one of last season's surprise hits at Circle in the Square Theatre. Jordan succeeds Jonathan Groff, who plays Darin through March 29, in a production that has turned Circle in the Square into a swinging supper clubcomplete with floor seating, banquettes, and a live band that puts audiences inches from the action.
Music
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

amBroadway | Moulin Rouge!' to end Broadway run and more | amNewYork

After seven years, thousands of rhinestones, and one very resilient windmill, Moulin Rouge! The Musical will close on Broadway on Sunday, July 26, 2026. The Tony Awardwinning musical will end its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre after 2,265 regular performances and 24 previews. Based on the 2001 film of the same name, the stage adaptation opened on July 25, 2019just months before the COVID-19 shutdown in March 2020resumed performances in the fall of 2021, and went on to win 10 Tony Awards,
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fromTime Out London
1 month ago

One of the original Broadway stars of 'Hamilton' is joining the London version this summer

While Miranda was hailed as a genius for creating the show, the actual breakout star was Leslie Odom Jr, who played Hamilton's nemesis Aaron Burr. Hugely praised for his magnetic, devilish performance, he pipped Miranda to the best actor in a musical gong at the 2016 Tony Awards.
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NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

A Luigi Mangione musical is coming to NYC this summer and it is already garnering buzz

Luigi: The Musical, a satirical prison musical inspired by Luigi Mangione and a surreal coincidence involving three high-profile detainees, is coming to NYC after sold-out runs in San Francisco and Edinburgh.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Oscars Completely Shut Out Wicked: For Good

Wicked: For Good received zero Academy Award nominations, including Ariana Grande being snubbed for Best Supporting Actress and no Best Original Song nominations.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

You're sweet and I'm old!': Billy Porter and Sam Morrison on teaming up for a comedy about love and death

Sam Morrison's one-man show Sugar Daddy transforms his grief over losing his partner Jonathan to Covid into comedy, exploring love, loss, and healing through standup performance.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The extravagant promotions of Wuthering Heights' and Wicked': We are reaching a point between the sublime and ridiculous'

Film promotional campaigns increasingly stage performative spectacles that blur reality and fiction, using orchestrated behavior and theatrical publicity to generate viral attention.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Broadway's spring season brings star power, revivals and screen-to-stage adaptations

As Broadway heads into the busy spring theater season, a wave of new productions and high-profile revivals is arriving across Midtown. This year's lineup leans heavily on recognizable titles including revivals of classics and stage adaptations of familiar screen properties as well as star casting.
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Film
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

9-Year-Old Sees First Broadway Show. 3 Months Later, He's Starring In It

A 9-year-old boy from Houston became a Broadway performer after a viral TikTok video of him singing led to multiple acting opportunities, including touring with MJ the Musical.
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