'MJ,' the Michael Jackson Musical, Is a Thriller on Broadway
The new musical of the gloved one features a top flight performance by Myles Frost and some flat-out amazing dancing.
New PBS Doc From Frank DiLella and Cody Williams Is a Valentine to Broadway
The host of Spectrum News NY1's "On Stage," talks to Newsweek about Broadway, the pandemic shutdown and his loving documentary about its reopening.
'The Nutcracker' Announces Halt to Performances Due to COVID Positives
The ballet, scheduled to have performances through Sunday, announced it had to halt performances Tuesday because of positive COVID tests among the performers.
'The Music Man' Halted After Hugh Jackman Tests Positive for COVID
Jackman announced on social media on Tuesday that he had contracted the virus and needs to quarantine despite experiencing only mild symptoms.
Broadway Show Canceled Last Minute With Audience in Seats Due to COVID Case
A representative for "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" said that the cancellation was because of a "late-in-the-day positive test result in the company."
Broadway, West End Cancel Shows Over COVID, Tighten Audience Restrictions
Broadway and West End's shows had several performances, including the show "Hamilton," canceled because of a COVID-19 outbreak among performers.
Under 10 Percent of Arts Funders Required Actors Earn Living Wage Pre-COVID
From 2019 to 2020, the unemployment rate of actors jumped from nearly 25 percent to more than 52 percent, according to the National Endowment for the Arts.
'Company,' Stephen Sondheim's 51-Year-Old 'New' Musical, Debuts on Broadway
This gender-switched delight starring Katrina Lenk is not so much a revival as it is yin to the yang of the original musical, a virtually new Sondheim show.
Brittney Johnson to Be First Black Woman to Play Glinda on Broadway
Johnson joined the cast of Wicked in 2018 as a standby for the character, but will move into the leading role full-time starting on February 14, 2022.
What to See on Stage During the Holiday Season
There is plenty of theater in New York again this season, and here is a look at someone of the more lighthearted fare.
Theatrical Team Lynn Nottage, Kate Whoriskey Talk About Their Successes
Nottage and Whoriskey have combined to make some of the best plays in recent history, but the union had a rather unorthodox beginning.
Steven Spielberg Honors Stephen Sondheim at 'West Side Story' Premiere
Steven Spielberg paid tribute to the "immortal" work of the late Stephen Sondheim at the premiere of his "West Side Story" remake in New York City on Monday.
Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda, Josh Groban Honor Late Stephen Sondheim
The Broadway community gathered to pay tribute to the musical theater giant by singing Sondheim's "Sunday" from "Sunday in the Park with George."
Actor Arrested For Part In Capitol Riot to Represent Himself at Trial
The Broadway actor and Michael Jackson impersonator allegedly joined the Oath Keepers during the Capitol riot on January 6.
Stephen Sondheim, Giant of the Broadway Musical Theater, Dies at 91
Composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim, whose works include 'Sweeney Todd,' 'A Little Night Music,' and the current production of 'Company' on Broadway died Friday.
Actor, Michael Jackson Impersonator Arrested for Role in January 6 Riot
Broadway actor James Beeks was arrested for joining a group of 12 Oath Keepers members and helping them storm the Capitol on January 6.
In 'Clyde's,' Diner Workers Seek Love, Dignity and the Perfect Sandwich
In Lynn Nottage's devilish new play at Second Stage, three ex-convicts fight their boss from hell at a job from hell, with delicious results
'Morning's at Seven' Brings Some Good Old-Fashioned Comedy to Off-Broadway
"Morning's at Seven" is a sweet comedy, a salve for these anxious times and something everyone should try to catch, especially with this special cast.
Adrian Lester Discusses His Broadway Debut in the hit 'The Lehman Trilogy'
After years of success in London, Lester finally debuts on Broadway in "The Lehman Trilogy." He talked to Newsweek about the play, its themes and his roles.
Sharon D Clarke Is Bringing Change to Broadway in 'Caroline or Change'
"It's all about change and how far we've come. How change has to be less talk and more action," Sharon D Clarke tells Newsweek about her star-making turn as Caroline Thibodeaux in the revival of the musical 'Caroline or Change.'
Playwright Recalls How Adele Attended His Play But Left Before It Started
Jeremy O. Harris has shared a Twitter thread about Adele visiting his off-Broadway play—before part of the set prompted her to walk out.
'Lehman Trilogy' Makes a Big Debut as Broadway Emerges From the Pandemic
"The Lehman Trilogy" dramatizes the story of the rise and fall of a company that got too big to fail and then did fail.
Tributes for Cynthia Harris, 'Mad About You' Star, After Her Death at 87
Actress Cynthia Harris famously played Sylvia Buchman in the sitcom "Mad About You," which originally ran from 1992 to 1999.
How to Get Tickets for 'Funny Girl' on Broadway Starring Jane Lynch
"Funny Girl" is returning to Broadway after 58 years off of the NYC stage with a star-studded cast.
'Cats' Actress Says Trump is 'Damaged' For Alleged Obsession With 'Memory'
"Cats" actress Betty Buckley said that Trump's love of the song was due to an "insatiable need to be loved because daddy just didn't."
'Morning's at Seven' Returns Off-Broadway With a Stellar Cast
The new off-Broadway production of "Morning's at Seven." brings together a Broadway-level cast.
20 Shows Returning to Broadway This Year
As the Tony Awards 2021 showed, Broadway is back. Time to turn on the razzle dazzle.
From 'Jagged Little Pill' to 'Slave Play' Snub, Controversial Tonys Moments
We look at some of the surprising wins, losses and other stunning moments at the Tony Awards ceremony held in New York City.
All of the Tony Awards 2021 Winners
The 74th Tony Awards took place in New York City last night, with Broadways' Moulin Rouge dominating the night.
How to Watch the 2021 Tonys—and Who Is Performing
The Broadway theater awards are back after an extended break and the Tonys ceremony is going to be a little different this year.