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BUYER & CELLAR to Open Ensemble Theatre Company 48th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2026

Brian McDonald will reprise his solo comedic performance as Alex in Jonathan Tolins' BUYER & CELLAR, directed by Jamie Torcellini at Santa Barbara's New Vic Theatre.

Photos: Tracy-Ann Oberman and More Rehearse PRESENT LAUGHTER
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for the new production of Noël Coward's Present Laughter, starring Tracy-Ann Oberman as Geri Essendine alongside James Dreyfus and Adrian Lukis. The production begins at Theatre Royal Bath on August 27 before embarking on a national tour.

Video: Watch Natalie Paris Sings 'Heart of Stone' from SIX
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2026

In just one week, Natalie Paris and Aimie Atkinson, the Olivier Award nominated original Jane Seymour and Katherine Howard in the UK production of SIX, will make their Broadway debuts as they join the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning musical beginning August 17. Watch in this video as Paris takes the stage at Today to perform 'Heart of Stone'.

Exclusive: Jordan Fisher & Kate Baldwin Sing the Music of Andrew Lippa at MATCHBOOK FEST
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 5, 2026

Mix & Match Productions presented Andrew Lippa: New Songs, New Stories, an intimate evening with one of musical theater's most celebrated writers, at Greenwich House Theater. He was joined by special guests Kate Baldwin and Jordan Fisher, who performed songs spanning Lippa’s career, sharing the stories, inspirations, and moments behind the music along the way. New Yorker writer Adam Gopnik joined in for a conversation about his creative process and a preview of his newest musical, Fairy Tale. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you exclusive photos from inside the big night!

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Still Scheduled for Summer 2027 Following Grande's Exit, Producers Confirm
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 3, 2026

Producers on Sunday In The Park With George have released a statement, following the exit of Ariana Grande from the production. 

Ariana Grande Drops Out of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2026

The London revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, was eyeing a June 2027 opening at the Barbican Theatre, but now whether the production will heppen is in question as one star has left the production. 

Full Cast Set For THE PIANIST World Premiere at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026

Daniel Krikler leads a cast of Rosalind Ford, Oliver Grant, TJ Holmes and others in the musical adaptation of Wladyslaw Szpilman's memoir, directed by Thom Southerland.

Full Cast Set For THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE World Premiere UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

The world premiere stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson's THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE, adapted by Stef Smith and directed by Martin Constantine, has announced its full cast for a UK tour.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 22, 2026- Mark Ballas Returns to CHICAGO and More
by - Jul 22, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: First Look at Ben Platt in MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET in the UK
by Michael Major - Jul 21, 2026

Take a first look at photos of Ben Platt starring in the UK premiere of Midnight at The Never Get, now running at the Menier Chocolate Factory. See the new photos below, also featuring Gregor Milne.

Mark Sonnenblick Has Written a New Song For MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026

The Muny's production of MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS will include an original song by Academy Award, Grammy, and Golden Globe winner Mark Sonnenblick, performed by Tony winner Beth Leavel as housekeeper Katie Connelly.

Review Roundup: Ben Platt in MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 21, 2026

1965, New York City. Trevor Copeland and Arthur Brightman’s romance is against the law. In their secret nightclub act, “Midnight,” they perform love songs in an act of defiance of a world that demands they stay hidden. As tensions rise at the start of a historic movement, Trevor and Arthur are torn between their own surreptitious affair and the oncoming storm of social revolution. What did the critics think?

Review: MIDNIGHT AT THE NEVER GET, Starring Ben Platt, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Clementine Scott - Jul 20, 2026

In Midnight at the Never Get, time is not a straightforward thing. It’s never clear what’s real and what’s fiction, how old the characters are, or what decade we’re in. We’re hearing Gershwin-esque jazz standards, but also references to “peaceniks” and Woody Allen.

Summer Strallen Will Join BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL in London as 'Delia Deetz'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026

Four-time Olivier Award-nominee Summer Strallen, will take on the role of Delia Deetz in the London production of Beetlejuice The Musical for a strictly limited season. Learn more here!

Ben Platt Wants to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE and ANGELS IN AMERICA
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026

Ben Platt has already had a plethora of career highlights, but in a recent interview, he revealed some of the dream roles he still has on his bucket list, including Sunday in the Park With George and Angels in America.

Grande & Bailey SUNDAY IN THE PARK Eyes June 2027 Opening; Auditions This Summer
by Michael Major - Jul 15, 2026

The London revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, is eyeing a June 2027 opening. Auditions for other roles in the production are reportedly taking place this summer. 

Original UK Queens Natalie Paris and Aimie Atkinson Will Join SIX Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026

Natalie Paris and Aimie Atkinson, the Olivier Award nominated original Jane Seymour and Katherine Howard in the UK production of SIX, will make their Broadway debuts as they join the Broadway cast of the Tony Award-winning musical this August.

TRU, Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Truman Capote, Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026

Jesse Tyler Ferguson will make his Menier Chocolate Factory debut playing Truman Capote in Jay Presson Allen's TRU, directed by Rob Ashford, following the production's critically acclaimed New York run.

RENT West End Revival Adds Travis Ross, Bella Brown, & More to Principal Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2026

Principal casting announced for RENT at London's Duke of York's Theatre, with Travis Ross, Bella Brown, Billy Nevers, and others joining previously announced Gaten Matarazzo. Booking has been extended due to popular demand.

Tracy-Ann Oberman, James Dreyfus and Adrian Lukis to Star in Noël Coward’s PRESENT LAUGHTER Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026

The cast has been revealed for the UK tour of Present Laughter, Noël Coward’s celebrated and hilarious portrayal of the temptations and pitfalls of theatrical celebrity.