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2 Broadway Shows Close Todayby Sidney Paterra - Broadway
Broadway says goodbye to two productions. All Out: Comedy About Ambition takes its final bow at the Nederlander Theatre following 95 regular performances; and Bug plays its final performance at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre after 23 previews and 69 regular performances. The theatres will soon be home to Schmigadoon! and The Balusters respectively.
Pixar to Develop its 1st Official Musical-Movieby Gillian Blum - Broadway
Pixar is developing its official first musical-movie, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal, with the movie set to be directed by Turning Red's Domee Shi.
Deaf West Theatre Partners with Disney Animation for ASL Musical Sequencesby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
On April 27, in celebration of National Deaf History Month, Disney+ will debut Disney Animation’s Songs in Sign Language, created in collaboration with Los Angeles’ Tony Award-winning Deaf West Theatre.
Leslie Odom, Jr. Will Reprise Role of Aaron Burr in HAMILTON in Londonby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Leslie Odom, Jr. will reprise the role of Aaron Burr, which he originated in the Broadway production of Hamilton, for a strictly limited nine week season in the West End production. Learn more here!
Timothée Chalamet Faces Criticism From Opera and Ballet Community After Controversial Commentsby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Amid his Oscar nomination for Marty Supreme, actor Timothée Chalamet is facing backlash after making some controversial comments about the current state and longevity of opera and ballet.
Photos: First Look Portraits of the New HADESTOWN Castby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
Hadestown will welcome an all new principal cast on Broadway. You can now get a first look at photos of the new cast in character, in advance of their first performance.
BOOP! THE MUSICAL National Tour Holding Virtual Open Call For Title Roleby Michael Major - Broadway
BOOP! The Musical is holding a virtual open call for its title role for the upcoming national tour. Director Jerry Mitchell took to social media to share information about the open call, sharing a link to submit.
EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!by Stephi Wild - Broadway
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!
Video: Jon Bernthal & Ebon Moss-Bachrach Get Ready for Their Broadway Debuts in DOG DAY AFTERNOONby Luka Vonier - Broadway
Dog Day Afternoon, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis, is on its way to Broadway, starring Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal and two-time Emmy Award winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Watch in the video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.
CHESS, MAMMA MIA!, and RAGTIME Lead Nominations for the Inaugural Broadway Ensemble Awardsby Joshua Wright - Broadway
The Broadway Ensemble Awards have announced nominees for their inaugural ceremony recognizing Broadway chorus performers. The awards will be presented April 6, 2026 in New York City.
Christina Applegate Reveals She Put Up ‘Half a Million Bucks’ to Save Broadway’s SWEET CHARITYby Michael Gioia - Broadway
The actress, who was Tony-nominated for her star turn as Charity Hope Valentine in the 2005 Broadway revival of Sweet Charity, revealed in her memoir You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir (out now) that she was willing to do anything to ensure that the production made it to Broadway.
Meet the Cast of DEATH OF A SALESMAN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadwayby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Death of a Salesman is back on Broadway! Arthur Miller’s American drama will star three-time Tony Award winner Nathan Lane, two-time Tony Award winner Laurie Metcalf, Christopher Abbott and Ben Ahlers. Meet the cast of Death of a Salesman here!
John Cameron Mitchell Teases New HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH Announcementby Michael Major - Broadway
John Cameron Mitchell is teasing a new Hedwig and the Angry Inch-related announcement, which he will share on Late Night With Seth Meyers tonight before more details are shared on Thursday morning.
Listen: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Releases ‘Marmalade’ Single For World Book Day 2026by A.A. Cristi - Broadway
The new UK hit PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL has released a new studio recording of the song “Marmalade” in celebration of World Book Day 2026. Listen to the new track now!
Photos: Daniel Radcliffe Returns to Broadway in EVERY BRILLIANT THINGby Nicole Rosky - Broadway
Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of Duncan Macmillan’s EVERY BRILLIANT THING, starring Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe. The show opens on Thursday, March 12, for a limited thirteen-week engagement through May 24, 2026 at The Hudson Theatre. Check out a first look at Radcliffe in action here!
HEATED RIVALRY Star Robbie G.K. Reveals His Dream Broadway Roleby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
While television audiences are discovering Robbie G.K. through the hit series Heated Rivalry, the actor recently revealed his dream musical theatre role to the New York Post's Page Six.
Video: Jonathan Groff and Lea Michele Lead a School Talent Show in CELEBRITY SUBSTITUTEby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Jonathan Groff and Lea Michele bring their Broadway experience and knowledge to a New York classroom in the latest episode of Celebrity Substitute. Check out the full episode to learn Broadway tips from the real-life friends!
Photos: Meet the Broadway-Bound Cast of FALLEN ANGELSby Jennifer Broski - Broadway
Rehearsals are officially underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the action.
Video: Shoshana Bean Duets With Pink on Her Song 'Let Me Believe'by Stephi Wild - Broadway
Shoshana Bean dished on showing her totally unfiltered self on her new album 'Only Smoke.' Then, she took to the stage alongside Pink to perform a duet of her new song 'Let Me Believe.' Check out the video here!
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 3/1/26 - Grosses Fall 17.49% Amid Weather Closuresby - Broadway
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 3/1/2026.
Video: Meet the Mastermind Behind MASQUERADE, Diane Paulusby Luka Vonier - Broadway
Totally reinventing one of the most beloved musicals of all time is no small feat and Diane Paulus is very aware. As the architect of the most inventive, immersive musical of the season, she knows that spectacular results only come after months, and in this case, years of preparation. Watch in this video as she explains more about how she conceptualized the Masquerade experience.
John Cameron Mitchell To Host HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH 25th Anniversary Tourby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
John Cameron Mitchell will take part in a live tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of his movie musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, coming to Los Angeles, Boston, Seattle, and more cities nationwide.
Video: Watch Kuhoo Verma & Casey Likes Sing 'Seventeen' in HEATHERS THE MUSICALby Michael Major - Broadway
Heathers the Musical has shared exclusive video footage of Kuhoo Verma and Casey Likes singing 'Seventeen' from the hit musical. The pair currently star in the Off-Broadway sensation as Veronica Sawyer and J.D., respectively.
Video: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Company Discusses Broadway Revivalby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
The upcoming Broadway revival of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman has launched a new video series featuring former New York Times chief theater critic Ben Brantley in conversation with the cast.
Second Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracketby Team BWW - Broadway
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Best Movie Musical!
Video: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Cast Gets Ready to Spice Up Broadwayby Luka Vonier - Broadway
BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge recently spoke with the company of The Rocky Horror Show to discuss what it means to them to bring the show to the stage!
SIX Original Broadway Cast Members To Reunite For Chicago Benefit Concertby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
The original Broadway queens of SIX will reunite for a special one-night-only benefit concert, bringing together fan favorites for a memorable performance.
Character Breakdown: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast Unpacks Their Jellicle Rolesby Luka Vonier - Broadway
Rehearsals are officially underway for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, directed by OBIE Award winners Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch and choreographed by Chita Rivera Award winners and New York City Ballroom icons Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons. Watch in this video as the cast unpacks their roles
Barbra Streisand in Talks to Perform Robert Redford Tribute at 2026 Oscarsby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Entertainment icon Barbra Streisand is currently in talks to perform a rendition of 'The Way We Were' during the 'In Memorium' segment at the 98th Academy Awards in honor of her late co-star Robert Redford.
What Upcoming Broadway Revival Are You Most Excited For?by Michael Major - Broadway
What upcoming Broadway revival are you most excited for this season? Choose between CATS: The Jellicle Ball, The Rocky Horror Show, Death of a Salesman, Fallen Angels, Joe Turner's Come and Gone, and Proof.
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