Mel Brooks News

A monster of a musical hits The Candlelight Theatre stage.

Theater For The New City will present CORNED BEEF (AND OTHER ARGUMENTS), a new comedy exploring the American Dream through the eyes of two immigrants in the 1890s.

Proctors Collaborative revealed its 2026-27 season during the festive annual Season Announcement Bash, launching a landmark year as the organization celebrates the 100th anniversary season of Proctors.

Actress and performer Kimiko Glenn, who originated the role of Dawn in Waitress on Broadway, has announced her debut EP, Modern Dance, under her musical project, KIMIKO. Check out her latest track now.

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!

The Firehouse Theatre will continue the 2026 “Raise Your Voice” Season with Mel Brooks' wildly entertaining musical comedy The Producers. The Producers is a fast-paced romp through the absurd side of show business.

MAC to School 2025, MAC's 10th annual educational symposium, took place 9/27–28 in NYC. The two-day event featured master classes, panels, and showcases. MAC's 40th Annual Awards follow at Symphony Space on March 23, 2026.

A home release has been set for The Land of Sometimes, the new animated feature with a star-studded cast and new songs from EGOT-winning songwriter Sir Tim Rice.

Richard Kind will star as Max Bialystock opposite Marc Antolin’s Leo Bloom in the critically acclaimed, major West End revival of The Producers for seven weeks only at the Garrick Theatre.

What did our critic think of DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS AT CONSTELLATION THEATRE COMPANY at Atlas Performing Arts Center?

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for February 2026 include Mrs. Doubtfire and more.

Neil Simon’s LAUGHTER ON THE 23rd FLOOR is a brilliant comedy with a great deal of bite, but without the underlying tone of sexism aimed at entitled women that Simon’s work sometimes displays. Desert Theatreworks (DTW) presents a top-notch production with an A-list cast that more than does justice to the script. I found the production hilarious and urge everyone to attend.

Josh Gad is set to star in Gerron's Last Film, a forthcoming movie based on the true story of Jewish actor and director Kurt Gerron. Gad will play the famed actor.

Renée Taylor will present MY LIFE ON A DIET at The Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs. The autobiographical solo show is based on Taylor’s memoir and reflects on her life and career in film, television, and theatre.

It's time to meet Broadway's best on The Muppet Show tonight! With the new special now streaming, we have rounded up some of the best of Broadway talent during the show's original run.

Grindr Mom, starring Jessica Martin, will have its European premiere at Waterloo East Theatre, directed by Gerald Armin. When a well‑meaning Mormon mother discovers her son is gay, she does what any loving parent might do… she joins Grindr.

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

Prime Video has released the official trailer for the upcoming erotic thriller series, 56 Days, starring Dove Cameron. Based on Catherine Ryan Howard's best-selling novel, all series will be released on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Watch the trailer now.

On Tuesday, January 20, HBO hosted a red carpet and premiere screening to celebrate the two-part documentary Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!, in Los Angeles at the Academy Museum. Check out photos from the event featuring Brooks himself, Josh Gad, Alex Edelman, and more.

What did our critic think of THE PRODUCERS - A MEL BROOKS MUSICAL at The Candlelight Theatre?