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Broadway Alum Rhamell Burke Arrested For Deadly Subway Shoveby Michael Major - Broadway
Broadway alum Rhamell Burke is being charged for murder after the fatal shoving of a 76-year-old man in a Chelsea subway station. The performer, who appeared on Broadway in King Kong, pushed Ross Falzone down the 18th Street station stairs.
Breaking Down the 2026 Tony Awards Nominationsby Nicole Rosky - Broadway
Still thinking about the Tony nominations? Us too! Check out some takeaways from the big announcement and recap the full list and the nominees' reactions!
'Weird Al' Yankovic Musical DARE TO BE STUPID is Being Developed for the Stageby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
Dare to Be Stupid: The Weird Al Musical, a new musical featuring the songs of five-time Grammy Award-winning comedic legend 'Weird Al' Yankovic, is being developed for the stage.
Escalator Malfunction at the Gershwin Theatre Leaves 3 People Injuredby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Eleven children and one adult were injured Wednesday evening following an escalator malfunction at the Gershwin Theatre, home to Wicked on Broadway. Learn more here!
Rent 30th Anniversary Performance Set for October at the Richard Rodgers Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
Original cast members and special guests will revive the Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning Rent in a gala concert celebration for the show’s 30th anniversary.
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Cancels Thursday Night Performanceby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
The Off=Broadway production of The 25th Annual County Spelling Bee has announced the cancellation of tonight's performance due to illness. The production shared the news on a social post earlier this evening.
Repairs Underway at Eugene O'Neill Theatre; Architect Behind 1994 Restoration Weighs In on Timelineby Joshua Wright - Broadway
With performances of The Book of Mormon now cancelled through Sunday, May 17 following Monday's three-alarm fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre, BroadwayWorld spoke with architect Francesca Russo, who led the theatre's acclaimed 1994 restoration, to get a sense of what the path forward could look like.
Video: Lea Michele's Kids Join Her Onstage at CHESS For Mother's Dayby Michael Major - Broadway
Lea Michele was surprised by her children onstage at Chess for Mother's Day! During the production's curtain call on Sunday, her kids ran out to hand her flowers. Watch the video now.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Arrive On Broadway This Summerby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
Broadway will get haunted this summer when the smash-hit, Olivier Award nominated new play PARANORMAL ACTIVITY arrives at The August Wilson Theatre. Tickets are on sale now.
Jamie Lloyd's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Reveals Full Cast, Dates, and Moreby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Further details have been revealed for the upcoming Broadway transfer of Jamie Lloyd's production of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Learn more about the cast, creative team, and dates here!
The EVERY BRILLIANT THING Audience Improv That ‘Shook Everyone,’ Even Daniel Radcliffe ‘Had to Take a Beat’by Michael Gioia - Broadway
Daniel Radcliffe, Tony-nominated for his performance in the one-person play, picks and chooses a select few at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre every night who help him tell the story of a person coming to terms with his past and reflecting on the beauty he’s seen along the way.
Liza Minnelli's Signed Memoir Copies May Be Fake, Buyers Claimby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Some buyers who purchased copies of Liza Minnelli's recent memoir, 'Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!' are seeking refunds after determining that the premium signed copies may not be authentic.
Photo: First Look at HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY, Now Extendedby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody has been extended. You can now get a first look at Jay Armstrong Johnson as ‘Ilya Rozanov’ and Jimin Moon as ‘Shane Hollander’.
FALLEN ANGELS Will Stream Upcoming Performance Live on BroadwayHDby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward will stream an upcoming performance live on BroadwayHD! Learn more about how to stream the show here.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 5/10/26 - BEACHES, CHICAGO, SIX Enter the Bottom 5by - Broadway
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 5/10/2026.
Meg Stalter Will Make Broadway Debut in OH, MARY! as 'Mary Todd Lincoln'by Stephi Wild - Broadway
Actress and comedian Meg Stalter will make her Broadway debut in Oh, Mary! this summer. Stalter, the breakout star of HBO’s TV comedy “Hacks,” will join the company as “Mary Todd Lincoln.'
Video: Martin Short Teases Broadway Return With Meryl Streepby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Martin Short has his sights set on returning to Broadway, and he may be bringing Meryl Streep with him! In a new interview, Short teased that he and his Only Murders in the Building co-star Streep are working on a Broadway show together.
A History of Musicals About Friendshipby Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Broadway
Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event.
Casey Likes, Michael Park, Anastacia McCleskey, and More Will Lead NEWSIES at The Munyby Stephi Wild - Broadway
The Muny announced the principal cast for Disney's NEWSIES, starring Casey Likes, Michael Park, and Anastacia McCleskey, among others, in the production's first Forest Park return since 2017.
Exclusive: Regal's Movie Musical Programming Series Bridges Stage and Screenby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
We spoke with Regal's content lead, Brooks LeBoeuf, who shed a spotlight on the 'Musical Mayhem” series and how it helps to bridge the gap between the theater and the big screen.
Beloved Broadway Dresser Alex Bartlett Dies 'Unexpectedly' at 51 as GoFundMe Surpasses Goalby Michael Gioia - Broadway
Alex Bartlett, who worked on Broadway for over 20 years as a dresser and wardrobe supervisor, has died. He was 51.
THE LOST BOYS Will Launch a North American Tour in 2028by Nicole Rosky - Broadway
BoradwayWorld has just learned that THE LOST BOYS will launch a North American National Tour in Spring 2028, at Playhouse Square in Cleveland. Additional cities and tour dates will be announced at a later date.
Joshua Bassett Says Live Theater 'Isn't His Thing' After LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORSby Michael Major - Broadway
Joshua Bassett is opening up about his experience in Little Shop of Horrors, stating that the demands of live theater aren't his 'calling.' Watch a video of the High School Musical star saying that he respects theater, it was a 'challenge.'
In-Person Ticket Sales for THE BOOK OF MORMON to be Temporarily Relocated to the August Wilsonby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
In-person ticket sales for The Book of Mormon will temporarily be relocated to the nearby August Wilson Theatre, home of Dog Day Afternoon, a few blocks from The Book of Mormon’s Broadway home, the Eugene O’Neill Theatre.
THE LION KING Broadway and Touring 'Ed' Will Swap Productionsby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
Exclusive: Watch Darren Criss Rock Out to ANNIE at MISCAST26by Nicole Rosky - Broadway
MCC Theater presented Miscast26, the one-night-only musical spectacular featuring Broadway stars performing songs from roles in which they would not traditionally be cast! BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive clip of Darren Criss putting his on spin on 'Maybe' from Annie. Watch in this video!
How Are Tony Awards Winners Decided? Voting Explainedby Sidney Paterra - Broadway
Now we wait until June 7, when the winners will be decided across 26 categories and announced onstage at Radio City Music Hall. Who will win at the 2026 Tony Awards? That question can only be answered by the Tony Voters. We're breaking down how the process works!
Tim Minchin Will Write the Music For CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Remakeby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Further details are now known about the forthcoming remake film of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, written by Enda Walsh, which will have music written by Tim Minchin. Learn more here!
Video: THE LOST BOYS Cast Performs 'Have to Have You'by A.A. Cristi - Broadway
Go inside the local party scene in Santa Clara in a new look at The Lost Boys, now running at Broadway’s Palace Theatre. Check out new video from the show as stars, Tony-nominee Ali Louis Bourzgui and Maria Wirries, perform the hair metal-inspired tune, 'Have To Have You' by Tony-nominees The Rescues with the shows energetic ensemble.
Can Live Captures Solve a Decades-Old Broadway Business Problem?by Carli Freeman - Broadway
Traditionally, most Broadway shows hold off on releasing live captures until after the show closes. But could releasing a filmed capture earlier be a smart business move, one that solves a fundamental supply-and-demand problem bothering Broadway since the 1960s? If shows like Hadestown and Six can turn live captures into added income, all while keeping up the demand and fan fervor for the Broadway tickets themselves, then live captures might be the Broadway business trend of the future.
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