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December 29, 2025

Crack out those scrunchies, we just got word that Westerberg High will be getting a new student next month. This morning, it was announced that Peyton List will join Heathers as queen bee Heather Chandler beginning Monday, January 26, 2026 at New World Stages. “I’m drawn to characters who are powerful, complicated, and a little dangerous,” said List. “Heather Chandler is an icon for a reason—she’s larger than life, hilarious, terrifying, and deeply symbolic. Stepping into this role is thrilling, and I can’t wait to enter my bad girl era. It’ll be so very.”Directed by Andy Fickman, this new production was recently extended through May 24, 2026. 

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Stanley Tucci Makes London Stage Directing Debut This Summer with SPRINGWOOD

December 18, 2025

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December 18, 2025

Stanley Tucci will make his London stage directing debut with the world premier of Tony Award-winning playwright Richard Nelson’s new play Springwood. The play will run at Hampstead Theatre’s Mainstage from June 19 to July 25, 2026. 

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BEACHES Comes To Broadway Starring Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett

December 18, 2025

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Emily Wyrwa

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December 18, 2025

Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett will star in Beaches, A New Musical at the Majestic Theatre for a limited New York engagement to launch its multi-city National Tour. Previews begin March 27, with official opening set for April 22. The musical will run through Sept. 6.

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TITANIQUE Will Open On Broadway This March

December 15, 2025

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Kobi Kassal

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December 15, 2025

Looks like we are going to need a bigger boat! Today, it was announced that Titanique will head to Broadway this spring for a 16-week limited engagement at the St. James Theatre beginning March 26, 2026. An official opening night is set for Sunday, April 12, 2026. Co-creator Marla Mindelle will reprise her iconic portrayal as Céline Dion, a role she originated Off-Broadway in a run that lasted over three-years. 
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New Vampire Pop Opera BLOOD/LOVE Heads To New York This February

December 4, 2025

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Kobi Kassal

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December 4, 2025

This vampire is back and she is here to Slay. Today, it was announced that the new original musical Blood/Love will make its way Off-Broadway this Spring at Theater 555 beginning Friday, February 13, 2026. Directed by Hunter Bird, this new musical will officially open Tuesday, March 3, 2026 for a limited run through Sunday, March 29, 2026. Written by Carey Sharpe and Grammy nominee Dru DeCaro, the piece will star Sharpe as Valerie Bloodlove. She’s the world’s first vampire. For a thousand years, she ruled the night. Now, she’s thirsty for more.

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Marla Mindelle and Josh Sharp Will Star In A KIDMAN CAROL: A GAY DEMENTIA ON AUSTRALIAN DAMES

December 2, 2025

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Kobi Kassal

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December 2, 2025

Just in time for the holiday season, we are getting what we need most: Nicole Kidman and Cate Blanchett, well, kinda… Today, it was announced by newly minted 30 Under 30 and Theatrely31 alum George Strus that a new developmental production of A Kidman Carol: A Gay Dementia On Australian Dames will hit New York this December. Starring Marla Mindelle and Josh Sharp, this new production by Kevin Zak will run Off Broadway at Theater 511 for 5 performances only from December 17-21, 2025. 

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LEOPOLDSTADT Is Coming to Broadway 

April 8, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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April 8, 2022

Patrick Marber will direct the transfer of Leopoldstadt from London. The Tom Stoppard work won the Olivier Award for Best New Play in 2020. 
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Derek Klena, Ashley Loren, More Will Can-Can in Moulin Rouge! The Musical

April 8, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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April 8, 2022

Klena will step in as Christian May 10 with Loren as Satine, Declan Bennett as The Duke, and Caleb Marshall-Villarreal as Santiago. The Tony-winning Broadway musical is currently playing at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.
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The Acting Company Will Present Reading of Kia Corthron’s Sam’s Coming 

April 7, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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April 7, 2022

The Louanna O. Carlin and John MacDonald reading series returns with a public event April 18 at The Mainstage Theater. Adrienne D. Williams directs. 
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KIMBERLY AKIMBO and ORATORIO FOR LIVING THINGS Lead 2022 Lucille Lortel Award Nominations

April 7, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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April 7, 2022

Both works are nominated for Outstanding Musical, with Victoria Clark, Justin Cooley, Steven Boyer, and Bonnie Milligan all scoring nods for their performance in Kimberly Akimbo. The winners will be revealed May 1 at an in-person ceremony. 
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KINKY BOOTS Will Return Off-Broadway This Summer

April 7, 2022

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Kobi Kassal

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April 7, 2022

The Tony Award-winning hit musical Kinky Boots will return to the New York stage this summer for a limited engagement Off-Broadway at Stage 42. With music by Cyndi Lauper, a book by Harvey Fierstein, and direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell, performances are set to begin on July 26, 2022 with an official opening night on August 25, 2022.
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SPRING AWAKENING One-Night-Only Concert Documentary Gets Release Date

April 5, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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April 5, 2022

‍SThe documentary following the one-night-only concert and reunion of the original Broadway cast of Spring Awakening will premiere next month. Seen on camera are Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr., Lauren Pritchard, Lilli Cooper, and many more.
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THE UNOFFICIAL BRIDGERTON MUSICAL Wins 2022 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album

April 3, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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April 3, 2022

The 64th annual Grammy Awards were held April 3, with a number of theatrical productions and stars nominated in several categories. Among the performances were a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, sung by Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom, Jr., Ben Platt, and Rachel Zegler.
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JERSEY BOYS Releases Namesake IPA Beer

March 31, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 31, 2022

The musical, charting the career of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, is currently playing at New World Stages Off-Broadway. The brew was made in partnership with New Jersey Beer Company.
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KPOP Will Star Luna; Broadway Theatre Announced

March 29, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 29, 2022

KPOP is headed to Broadway starring Luna. The musical features a score by Helen Park and Max Vernon, a book by Jason Kim, and direction by Teddy Bergman.
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TITANIQUE Will Sail Into NYC Again This Summer

March 29, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 29, 2022

The popular Off-Broadway musical, a parody of James Cameron’s Oscar-winning film Titanic featuring the songs of Celine Dion, will play at the Asylum Theatre. Previews begin June 14. 
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THE PIANO LESSON Will Return to Broadway With Samuel L. Jackson and Danielle Brooks

March 29, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 29, 2022

John David Washington also stars in the August Wilson play revival of The Piano Lesson, directed by LaTanya Richardson Jackson. Performances will begin September 19 at the St. James Theatre. 
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Casting Complete and Creative Team Announced for THE KITE RUNNER on Broadway

March 28, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 28, 2022

The adaptation of Khaled Hosseini’s best-selling novel The Kite Runner begins performances July 6 at the Hayes Theater on Broadway.
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Theatre Stars Win Big at 2022 Oscars

March 28, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 28, 2022

Ariana DeBose, Troy Kotsur, and more took home the gold at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Plus, the Best Picture winner is getting turned into a musical!
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Ariana DeBose Wins Oscar for WEST SIDE STORY

March 27, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 27, 2022

Broadway star Ariana DeBose can now add “Oscar winner” to her resume. The performer won Best Supporting Actress for her searing take as Anita in West Side Story at 94th annual Academy Awards.
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GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Sets Broadway Return

March 25, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 25, 2022

Girl From The North Country, featuring a score comprised of Bob Dylan songs, will play a limited engagement at the Belasco Theatre this spring. Todd Almond, Jeannette Bayardelle,Caitlin Houlahan, Austin Scott, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, Mare Winningham and more are set to return.
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Denée Benton, Gavin Creel, Ann Harada Join INTO THE WOODS Encores!

March 24, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 24, 2022

The Stephen Sondheim musical Into The Woods begins May 4 at New York City Center. The cast already features Sara Bareilles, Heather Headley, and Christian Borle. 
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POTUS on Broadway Shifts Opening Night to Meet Tonys Eligibility Cut Off

March 24, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 24, 2022

Previews for the new Broadway comedy will still begin April 14 at the Shubert Theatre. The play stars Lilli Cooper, Rachel Dratch, Lea DeLaria, Julianne Hough, and Suzy Nakamura, Julie White, and Vanessa Williams.
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Marcel Spears and More Will Star in FAT HAM at The Public Theater

March 23, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 23, 2022

The New York premiere begins previews May 12 ahead of a May 26 opening. James Ijames’ play is directed by Saheem Ali.
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Oscar-Nominated Film CODA Being Developed as a Stage Musical

March 23, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 23, 2022

The project will be a partnership between Deaf West Theatre, Vendôme Pictures, and Pathé Films. CODA, about a family with both deaf and hearing members, is available to stream on AppleTV+ now will be adapted and developed into a Stage Musical.
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John Cardoza, Jovanni Sy, Kate Baldwin, More Join THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL

March 18, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 18, 2022

John Cardoza will star as Daniel opposite Jovanni Sy as Mister Miyagi in The Karate Kid – The Musical. The production begins performances May 25 at STAGES St. Louis in Missouri.
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Jewelle Blackman Will Play Persephone in HADESTOWN on Broadway

March 18, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 18, 2022

Jewelle Blackman will step into the role of Persephone in Hadestown on Broadway this spring. Soara-Joye Ross will join the cast of the Tony-winning musical as one of the Fates.
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Norm Lewis Will Star in North American Tour of A SOLDIER’S PLAY

March 17, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 17, 2022

Broadway favorite Norm Lewis will star in a North American tour of the 2020 Tony-winning revival of A Soldier’s Play. Kenny Leon will again direct the Roundabout production hitting the road.
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Theatre Industry Bands Together to Support Ukraine

March 17, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 17, 2022

As it tends to do in times of crisis, the theatre industry has banded together to support Ukraine and its citizens. Among those are a Broadway production and several performing arts institutions.For context, the country was invaded by Russia on February 24, which has since devolved into a major crisis, with nearly 3 million Ukrainians fleeing the destruction to neighboring European countries. Many have remained behind to fight against Putin’s troops. In the weeks since the conflict began, Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly called on the world to send aid to support the refugees, citizens trapped in their homeland, and those serving on the front lines. 
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HERE'S TO THE LADIES WHO Docuseries Celebrates Theatremakers of All Kinds

March 11, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 11, 2022

A new docuseries titled Here’s To The Ladies Who highlights the women working on the business side of Broadway and beyond, exploring how they adapted during the COVID-19 theatre shutdown and then helped relaunch the industry. 
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2022 Tony Awards Date Set; Ceremony Will Return to Radio City

March 9, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 9, 2022

The 75th annual Tony Awards will be held in Radio City Music Hall, taking place June 12. Once again, the 4-hour ceremony will be available via streaming and broadcast TV.
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A New Queen! Keri René Fuller Will Step in at SIX for Abby Mueller on Medical Leave

March 8, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 8, 2022

Keri René Fuller will play Jane Seymour in Six beginning March 14, stepping in for Abby Mueller while the star is out on medical leave. It’s anticipated that Mueller will return to the Broadway production at a later date.
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London Revival of CABARET Leads 2022 Olivier Award Nominations

March 8, 2022

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Dan Meyer

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March 8, 2022

The London revival of Cabaret leads the 2022 Olivier Award nominations with 11 total, the most for any show, including nods for stars Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley. The best of London theatre will be celebrated April 10 at Royal Albert Hall.
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