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Meet the Cast of MOTHER PLAY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024


Second Stage Theater's Mother Play will begin previews on Broadway tonight, April 3. Meet the cast of Mother Play here!

Adaptation of Stephen King's SALEM'S LOT Coming to Max This Year
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2024


Get ready for a thrilling ride as SALEM'S LOT makes its debut on Max. SALEM'S LOT reunites the producing teams behind the record-breaking horror franchises “The Conjuring” universe and the “IT” films. Gary Dauberman writes, directs, and executive produces with James Wan and Michael Clear for Atomic Monster and Roy Lee for Vertigo with Mark Wolper.

Review: Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick in PLAZA SUITE?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 29, 2024


Neil Simon’s three-act play about couples in crisis, Plaza Suite, has now opened at London's Savoy Theatre, already extended until 13 April. Celebrity couple Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick reprise their roles from the Broadway production. Excitement (and tickets prices) are high, so, what did the critics think?

Review: PLAZA SUITE, Savoy Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - Jan 29, 2024


Following a long-anticipated Broadway run, John Benjamin Hickey's production of Neil Simon's Plaza Suite has now made it over to the West End, where it takes over from New York-bound Sunset Boulevard at the Savoy Theatre. This version sees real life couple Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick work opposite one another for only the second time in their careers – and is especially apt given the play's subject matter.

PLAZA SUITE Extends By Two Weeks in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2024


The West End transfer of Neil Simon's hit comedy PLAZA SUITE will extend its season at the Savoy Theatre by two weeks and will now run until 13 April 2024.

Full Cast Set For PLAZA SUITE, Starring Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2024


Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming West End transfer of Neil Simon’s hit comedy PLAZA SUITE which will run at the Savoy Theatre from 17 January – 31 March and is directed by Tony Award® winner John Benjamin Hickey. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

Meet the Cast of DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2024


Following the critically acclaimed, sold out run at Atlantic Theater Company, Days of Wine and Roses opens on Broadway on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Studio 54. This limited 16-week engagement begins previews tonight, January 6, 2024. Meet the cast of Days of Wine and Roses here!

Full Cast Set For DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, Starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023


Complete casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of Days of Wine and Roses, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James. Learn more about who else is in the cast here!

Tickets Go On Sale This Week For PLAZA SUITE, Starring Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023


On sale dates have been confirmed for the West End transfer of Neil Simon’s hit comedy PLAZA SUITE. Find out when you can get tickets here!

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts Summer Gala 2023
by James Blinken - Jul 13, 2023


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts held its Summer Gala on Saturday, July 8, at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor with Lifetime Achievement Awards honoring Julie Andrews, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick.

Photos: See Matthew Broderick, Sarah Jessica Parker & More at Bay Street Theater's Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023


See photos from Bay Street Theater's annual gala!

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Will Bring PLAZA SUITE to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2023


Following a sell-out Broadway run, two-time Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick and two-time Emmy Award winner Sarah Jessica Parker, will lead the cast in the West End transfer of Neil Simon's hit comedy PLAZA SUITE.

Photos: Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, and More Celebrate Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman's Sardi's Caricature Unveiling
by Bruce Glikas - May 27, 2023


Wednesday afternoon, May 24th, at the iconic theatre district’s Sardi’s, the Tony-nominated songwriting team of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman were honored with original portraits as they join the legendary walls full of their esteemed peers. Check out our photos from the event here!

Video: The Company of SOME LIKE IT HOT and Darlene Love Pay Tribute To Tina Turner At Sardi's
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2023


This afternoon at the iconic theatre district’s Sardi’s, the Tony nominated songwriting team of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman were honored with original portraits as they join the legendary walls full of their esteemed peers. Before revealing their new caricatures, Shaiman brought Darlene Love and Annie Golden to the piano with him. He paused the ceremony to acknowledge the passing of the Queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner. Taking a moment to honor all she has contributed to music, he began to play “River Deep, Mountain High” with Darlene and Annie on vocals. Soon the whole room joined in the sing-along to honor her memory. See the video!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of KING JAMES at Manhattan Theatre Club
by Bruce Glikas - May 18, 2023


Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the New York premiere of Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Center Theatre Group's production of King James. Check out photos from opening night!

Cindy Peralta, Yohanna Florentino & More to Star in VÁMONOS World Premiere at INTAR Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2023


INTAR THEATRE and the RADIO DRAMA NETWORK announced complete casting for their Main Stage production of Julissa Contreras’ play Vámonos.

Photos: On the Red Carpet of SOME LIKE IT HOT Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 12, 2022


See photos from the opening night red carpet of Some Like It Hot, now playing at the Shubert Theatre.

Listen: Andrea Martin & Julie Taymor Join AND THE AWARD GOES TO… Season 3 Premiere Episodes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2022


Listen to the premiere episodes of Ilana Levine’s “And the Award Goes To…” Season 3, featuring Tony Award Winners Andrea Martin and Julie Taymor.

3 Broadway Shows Take Final Bow Today
by Team BWW - Jul 10, 2022


On July 10, Broadway says goodbye to three Tony-nominated productions. Plaza Suite will conclude its run at the Hudson Theatre following 35 previews and 110 regular performances; American Buffalo wraps up at the Circle in the Square Theatre following 27 previews and 101 regular performances; and Macbeth finishes it's run at the Longacre Theatre after 19 previews and 80 regular performances.

2011 Tony Nominations Announced! THE BOOK OF MORMON Leads With 14!
by Robert Diamond - Feb 3, 2024


Past Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Matthew Broderick announced the 2011 Tony Awards nominees live from the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in New York City.

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