The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
The two-time Olivier Award-winning thriller KENREX just had its American premiere at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, featuring Olivier Award winner Jack Holden, Ed Stambollouian, and John Patrick Elliott. Watch in this video as the team explains more of what the new play is all about.
Just In Time is in fact Jeremy Jordan's show now. The two-time Tony nominee joined the cast of the hit musical earlier this month with Carrie St. Louis, Isa Briones, and Debbie Gravitte. Watch in this video as all four new cast members chat about taking on their new characters.
Next up at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre is New Born- an evening of theater exploring relationships, identity, and change from acclaimed British playwright Ella Hickson. The play is directed by Ian Rickson led by Marianna Gailus, Sepideh Moafi, and Audible x Together co-founder Hugh Jackman. Watch in this video as the trio chats more about what audiences can expect from the new play!
Linda Cho is back this Broadway season in a big way. The Tony Award-winning costume designer created the iconic looks of three productions: Art, Schimgadoon!, and Ragtime, where she just welcomed BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge for a behind the scenes tour. Watch in this video as she gives a backstage tour at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre!
Tony winner Aaron Tveit returns to the stage this season in his seventh Broadway role- 'Freddie Trumper' in Michale Mayor's acclaimed revival of Chess. It's been almost four decades since the cult-favorite musical made its debut, and Tveit's electrifying performance is one of the reasons fans have been flocking to the Imperial Theatre. Watch in this video as he chats more about the bond he has formed with his fierce costars, and talks more about what he loves about 'Freddie.'
You might first associate Ana Gasteyer with her hysterical characters from Saturday Night Live, but did you know that her Broadway resume is even more impressive. This season, she stars in her sixth Broadway show, Schmigadoon! Watch in this video as she chats more about the nuances of playing the Mildred and looks back on some of her favorite past roles.
Just months ago, Whitney White was celebrating the opening of her third Broadway project. Liberation was loved by both critics and audiences when it transferred to the James Earl Jones Theatre following its triumphant run off-Broadway last season. Watch in this interview as she chats more about her Liberation experience and looks ahead to her upcoming projects.
Somebody sure is on Lea Michele's side this season. Not only did the stage and screen star make her triumphant return to Broadway in Chess (now running at the Imperial Theatre), but she just celebrated one of the ultimate Broadway honors- a portrait at the legendary Sardi's. Watch in this video as she chats more about the audience's response at Chess, the joys of being back in a Broadway show, and so much more.
Outer Critics Circle Awards nominees, past winners, and members will be celebrated at a cocktail reception on Monday at West Bank Cafe. Check out photos here.
Now running at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre is What Happened Was… , starring Corey Stoll and Cecily Strong. The production marks the first major revival of Obie Award-winning playwright Tom Noonan’s work since his recent passing. Watch in this video as both chat more about what audiences can expect from the play!
Creatures of the night descended upon Studio 54 last night, where The Rocky Horror Show officially opened on Broadway! Check out photos of the cast and creative team as they walked the red carpet here.
The Todd Haimes Theatre was the place to be on Sunday night, where Noël Coward's Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis, officially opened on Broadway. Watch in this video as the whole cast and creative team celebrate opening night!
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. BroadwayWorld was in attendance at the announcement ceremony and you can check out photos here!
What is the state of the theater industry in 2026? A panel of New York theater professionals came together earlier this month with SAG-AFTRA Foundation to talk about just that, in a conversation moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Watch in this video?
Betty Buckley will return for her yearly residency at Joe’s Pub, offering audiences the chance to experience one of Broadway’s most celebrated voices in the uniquely close setting of Joe’s Pub. Watch in this video as Betty chats more about what fans can expect at Joe's Pub and more.
Isa Briones (Just in Time, The Pitt) and Sepideh Moafi (New Born, The Pitt) hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Watch in this video.
Rehearsals are underway for Classic Stage Company’s New York premiere of Thornton Wilder’s final play, The Emporium, adapted and completed by Kirk Lynn and directed by Rob Melrose. Watch in this video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.
Was there ever a composer so clever as musical Mr. Andrew Lloyd Webber? Fresh off of a purrrfect opening night for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, musical theatre living legend sat with BroadwayWorld's very own Richard Ridge to unpack the beloved (and now critically acclaimed) show's enduring legacy. Watch in this video!
Earlier this week, Broadway officially added Becky Shaw to the 2025/26 season line-up. Gina Gionfriddo’s play is directed by Trip Cullman, and now running at Second Stage's Hayes Theater. Watch in this video as the whole company celebrates the special night!
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