Our Place in Time

Summer is here and there is no better time of year to soak up the sun and dive into a new book. You're in luck, because Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Summer 2026 reading list.

Café Carlyle is getting ready to welcome back Tony and Grammy Award nominee Megan Hilty for a special residency this summer. She just checked in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about the upcoming gig!

Channing and Westhead have created an artistic collaboration and a unique legacy for themselves, exploring the intricate layers of Samuel Beckett's 50-minute masterpiece and Krapp's solitary world

Anthony Negus, Music Director of Longborough Festival Opera since 2000, has been named a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the King's Honours List for his services to music.

The new musical HOT JAMBALAYA is currently heating up the stage at Horizon Theatre in Atlanta through June 21st, bringing audiences a wildly entertaining mix of murder mystery, comedy, New Orleans flavor, and original music. Created by Atlanta theatre artists Matt Hobbs (Songwriter for WOMAN OF THE YEAR and BLACK NERD, and the viral sensation, PUPPY SONGS) and Travis Sharp (LAWRENCEBURG, SONG OF THE LIVING DEAD, MUSICALS SUCK: THE MUSICAL, and WICKET), the show has been years in the making and has already developed a passionate following after its original run at Dad’s Garage last year.

An additional performance of Fight Back, the immersive theatrical experience created by David Wise, will take place in New York City. Over $2000 was raised and donated to The Center following the May presentations.

Mel Brooks announced his career archives, nearly 150,000 documents and over 5,000 photographs, will be preserved at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, spanning works from BLAZING SADDLES to THE PRODUCERS.

The Smith Center in Las Vegas announced its upcoming season lineup, including Broadway productions SHUCKED and Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN, plus concerts from Natalia Lafourcade, Boney James, and others.

Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event. 

Riverside Studios has announced details of more special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue's 50th anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!

Verbatim theatre company LUNG announced a UK tour of WOODHILL, its play about HMP Woodhill made with bereaved families, as the Ministry of Justice released an action plan following the prison's second urgent notification in three years.

A first-ever nationwide activation will mark the 60th anniversary of the 1966 Sip-In at Julius' bar on April 21, 2026, with simultaneous gatherings across the U.S. and a virtual real-time celebration anchored in Greenwich Village.

On March 26, 2026, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Diya Vij joined Roundabout Theatre and other local leaders to cut the ribbon on the comprehensive betterment of the Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos of the event.

Wallace Shawn and Deborah Eisenberg stepped in with three hours' notice for Hope Davis and Maria Dizzia, who are out due to illness, in WHAT WE DID BEFORE OUR MOTH DAYS at Greenwich House Theater on April 1 and April 2.

In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

North Coast Repertory Theatre announced its 44th Spotlight Gala, 'An Evening of Laughter with Rita Rudner', set to entertain attendees with a night of comedy.

What did our critic think of DON QUIXOTE at San Francisco Ballet?

The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia will present Legacies of Indepence from August 29, 2026, to January 3, 2027, featuring exhibitions that explore Thomas Jefferson's impact and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Live performances have been trending upwards in public spaces such as Los Angeles Farmers Markets, Chicago community bandstands, NY parks & recreation and even Dallas airport concourses are discovering authentic music crowds. The Noah Todd Band is an excellent example of high quality performers who just want to make more music but be heard by the masses. 

Triskelion Arts has acquired its long-time Brooklyn venue, ensuring its future and continuing its role in supporting NYC's dance scene. The purchase was announced at their 25th-anniversary event.

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paulo Szot, Kate Baldwin and many more.

Tony Award winner Richard Maltby, Jr. discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper About Time, his new revue written with collaborator David Shire which, alongside Starting Here, Starting Now and Closer Than Ever, completes the writing team’s trilogy. They also chat about friendship with Stephen Sondheim, how Off-Broadway has evolved since the 1960s, the role Yale University has played, and more.

Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more. 

The historic Liverpool Olympia is set to become a Community Interest Company (CIC), enhancing its role in local community development and cultural engagement.

Actor and Coach, Spencer Glass, walks us through how to find the perfect audition song. Check back monthly for more actor wisdom from Spencer.