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Acclaimed actor Kenneth Branagh steps into the formidable shoes of William Shakespeare’s King Lear, in a new production at The Shed NYC. Read the reviews for this new production of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies.

Artists, including David Morrissey, urged the National Theatre to reinstate its primary school touring program, emphasizing its importance for arts education and community engagement.

Circle Line, home of NYC's most iconic sightseeing boat tours, is excited to kick off the holiday season with the return of its annual Holiday Harbor Lights Cruise.

GREG PROOPS (Whose Line Is It Anyway?) will release his new comedy album 'PURPLE SHASTA RACCOON' on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15. The album was recorded live at The Punch Line in San Francisco for the third New Year's Eve in a row.

Looking for cocktail inspiration for your Thanksgiving table? As the holiday season creeps closer, it’s the perfect time to dust off your cocktail shaker and dazzle your guests with drinks that taste like fall in a glass.

Graham Abbott will conduct Handel's Messiah at the Sydney Opera House this holiday season. Learn more about the upcoming performances and find out how to get tickets here!

Scottish comedian Connor Burns will be bringing his show, Connor Burns: 1994, to the SoHo Playhouse as a part of their International Fringe Encore Series, which “provides opportunities to emerging artists who show exceptional talent at each season’s Fringe Festivals both artistically and commercially.” Recently, we had the opportunity to chat with Burns about his show, including what his creative process is like and what he hopes audiences will take away from the show!

Emmy Rossum, Zoe Winters, and Motell Foster star in Amy Berryman’s play, WALDEN, directed by Whitney White, opening tonight at Second Stage Theater. Read the reviews!

It's a splendid production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s 'H.M.S. Pinafore', and it brims with glorious music, wonderful voices, and bright, delightful, timeless comedy.

Dear Readers, really good storytelling doesn’t need flash and glitz. Sometimes, it just needs a touching story with solid performances. Such is Eboni Booth’s Pulitzer Prize winning play “Primary Trust” currently playing at the Seattle Rep. A sweet little unassuming story with a lovely arc.

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE FERRY: THE MUSICAL will hold its final performance on November 9. Don't miss the chance to experience this production before it closes.

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Adam Gillen about taking on the role of The Emcee in Cabaret on the West End. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre, his love for Cabaret and even how he has developed the character of The Emcee in his own way.

The Off-Broadway production of Little House on the Ferry: The Musical opened last week at FERRY’S LANDING NYC. Check out photos from opening night!

Alternative rock trio Zach Bellas released their new single 'One More Show,' a guitar-driven track exploring the challenges of aging. Fans of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Green Day will enjoy their sound. Check out the song!

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE FERRY: THE MUSICAL Reopens The Duplex Tonight, marking a significant moment for the iconic venue. Learn more about the show and see how to attend.

Singer-songwriter Wallice has shared her new single, “I Want You Yesterday,” from her debut album The Jester out November 15th. Listen to the song now!

Concord Theatricals announced the acquisition of licensing rights for several plays by James Graham, including INK, THIS HOUSE, LABOUR OF LOVE, A HISTORY OF FALLING THINGS, and QUIZ.

Oceanside Theatre Company announced its 2025 season featuring ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, and SPRING AWAKENING, offering a mix of drama, music, and comedy at the Brooks Theater. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

The real-life director of Stage Kiss, Anthony Valbiro, has brought his reliably effective stagecraft instincts to this polished production

 In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the producers of Pen Pals, the new play by Michael Griffo, have announced its New York City debut at The Theatre at St. Clement's. 

Now this is how you do historical theatre. Eccentrically re-imagined yet alarmingly real, James Fritz's The Flea is masterfully made. The show is a quirky retelling of a forgotten piece of queer British history: in an unlikely chain of events, the secrets of a gay brothel threaten to bring down some of the country’s best-known politicians and royals.

The show is vibrant and candy-colored, featuring an earnest cohort of character actors perfectly placed into their roles, but with a stirring score by Jeanine Tesori and witty book by David Lindsay-Abaire, the piece is an instant classic of contemporary musical theatre.

The winners of this year’s UK Theatre Awards were announced at a ceremony hosted by Faye Tozer, which took place at 8 Northumberland Avenue on Sunday, 20 October. See photos from the ceremony here!

Discover the winners of the 2024 UK Theatre Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements in British theatre. Find out which productions and artists were honored this year.

The Second City New York announced new comedy shows, a stand-up spotlight, and its debut at the 2024 New York Comedy Festival, marking a significant expansion in its comedic offerings.