'Hamilton' Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II Confounds American History Buffs
"Y'all should watch y'all's own play," one Twitter user wrote in response to the London production of "Hamilton" honoring the queen after her death.
Samuel L. Jackson on Revisiting the Broadway Play That Landed Him in Rehab
The legendary actor got candid about returning to August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson" on Broadway and being directed by his wife, LaTonya Richardson Jackson.
Lea Michele's 'Funny Girl' Receives Standing Ovations, Universal Praise
A total of six standing ovations took place on opening night at the August Wilson Theatre for the "Glee" star.
Lea Michele Reading-Related Line Gets Laugh at 'Funny Girl' Debut
The Broadway audience watching Michele reportedly gasped and laughed during a reference to books, following rumors of her reading ability.
Josh Groban Lands Dream Role in 'Sweeney Todd' Broadway Revival
Josh Groban has long adored the score of the musical, created by Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim, and even had a dog named Sweeney.
Jennifer Hudson Talks Dream Guests, Inspirations Ahead of Talk Show Debut
The EGOT winner spoke with Newsweek about the September 12 premiere of her new syndicated show.
Some Root for Lea Michele in 'Funny Girl,' Others Hope for 'Crash and Burn'
"There will be some people in the theatre tonight cheering for her and some hoping she crashes and burns," a Broadway insider told Newsweek.
Funny Girl Lea Michele Finally Addresses Rumor That She Can't Read or Write
"It's sad. It really is. I think often if I were a man, a lot of this wouldn't be the case," Lea Michele said in response to the rumor that she can't read.
Glee's Lindsay Pearce Was Intimidated By Lea Michele: 'Don't Talk to Her'
Pearce worked with Michele after competing on "The Glee Project" but was too scared even to look at the star on set.
Asher Muldoon Dissects His Bloody Good Musical 'The Butcher Boy'
Asher Muldoon, who wrote the book, music and lyrics, talked to Newsweek about the creation of the "The Butcher Boy," which had its world premiere at Irish Rep.
Kristin Chenoweth's NSFW 'Family Feud' Answer Shocks Fans: 'Forgive Me'
The Broadway icon went on the show to win big money for the Arts & Education Fund, but in the process she went viral with her NSFW response.
'Hilarious' Unauthorized Production of 'Hamilton' Goes Viral: '#Scamilton'
"Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda has spoken out about the "illegal" play.
Jesse Green Talks About Mary Rodgers and the Making of Her Memoir 'Shy'
Green talks about the long road to publication of this engaging book on theater, her life, loves, Stephen Sondheim and her problems with Arthur Laurents.
'Hamilton' Fans Mobilize to Stop Texas Church's 'Unauthorized' Performance
After news broke that a Texas church was staging a performance of Lin-Manuel Miranda's "Hamilton" and adding religious messaging, fans alerted producers.
Mary Rodgers Opens Up About Her Life in and Around Broadway in 'Shy'
Mary Rodgers shares stories of growing up inside Broadway in "Shy," one of the best theatrical memoirs since Moss Hart's "Act One."
Elizabeth Teeter Talks About Her New 'Dead Mom' Video From 'Beetlejuice'
The new Lydia in the Broadway hit musical Broadway "Beetlejuice" talked to Newsweek about a new music video from the show and her theatrical journey.
'Straight Line Crazy' Stars Ralph Fiennes as Robert Moses, Power Broker
Tony and BAFTA Award–winning actor, Ralph Fiennes stars as the master of New York's domain in David Hare's new play debuting off-Broadway at The Shed.
Ariana Grande's First Interview as a Child Star Playing Annie Goes Viral
The "7 Rings" hitmaker played the iconic role of orphan Annie in a production of the musical in Florida when she was just 8 years old.
'Glee' Stars Slam Lea Michele's Casting News: 'Broadway Upholds Whiteness'
Lea Michele has been cast in the Broadway revival of "Funny Girl" but her former co-star Sammie Ware is furious at the news.
Why and When Is Beanie Feldstein Leaving 'Funny Girl'? Statement In Full
Beanie Feldstein has issued a lengthy statement on Instagram about why she will no longer be starring in the Broadway production of "Funny Girl."
Beanie Feldstein to 'Step Away Sooner Than Anticipated' From 'Funny Girl'
"I will never forget this experience," said Feldstein of her Broadway role in a post shared on Instagram.
Broadway Barks Gets a Revival With Star-Studded In-Person Event
Since 2018, the event was either cancelled or done virtually, but now people can again get up close with some adoptable cats and dogs.
'Come From Away' Sets Closing Date as It Sets Records on Broadway
Three cast members share their experiences about being in the feel-good 9/11 musical that has been so successful.
John Stamos 'Disappointed' by Bob Saget Tony Awards Snub
"Bob loved Broadway and I know the community loved him," said Stamos of his late friend and "Full House" co-star Saget.
Tony Awards Winners: 'Company' Wins Big as 'A Strange Loop' Makes History
The Tony Awards celebrated the best in the world of theater, with Pulitzer prize-winning musical "A Strange Loop" making history at the event.
'A Thrill': Matt Doyle on Being in Sondheim's 'Company' With Patti LuPone
"I've just tried to remain present for all of it. But I don't think, moving forward in my career, anything will top this for me in terms of just how profound it is," Matt Doyle told Newsweek's Parting Shot with H. Alan Scott about starring in "Company" on Broadway.
'A Strange Loop' Star Michael R. Jackson Never Felt 'Represented on Stage'
"I've never seen my story represented on stage," Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "A Strange Loop," Michael R. Jackson, tells Newsweek's Parting Shot with H. Alan Scott.
Paula Vogel's 25-Year-Old Play Debuts on Broadway With the Original Leads
Three cast members and the director of the original company of "How I Learned to Drive" have come back in a riveting and very funny revival.
Frank Ferrante's Groucho Is Still Dangerous and Funny After All These Years
Ferrante talked to Newsweek about the art of comedy, his PBS show about Groucho and why Marx remains relevant.
Irish Rep's 'Belfast Girls' Is a Taut Drama of Women at Sea in Their Lives
The five women in "Belfast Girls" are in search of a new and better life, and they are in for the ride of their lives