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fromElite Traveler
17 hours ago

So You Like Jazz? These Are the Coolest Bars to Listen Live

Jazz bars worldwide are evolving, blending tradition with modern aesthetics while maintaining the genre's core essence.
#musical-theater
Film
fromVulture
5 days ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Octet Cast Could Not Be More Exciting

The cast for Lin-Manuel Miranda's film adaptation of Octet features notable stars from recent musical films and television.
Film
fromVulture
5 days ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Octet Cast Could Not Be More Exciting

The cast for Lin-Manuel Miranda's film adaptation of Octet features notable stars from recent musical films and television.
#theater
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago
Film

Broadway review: The Fear of 13 is just fine

The Fear of 13 is a dramatization of Nick Yarris's wrongful conviction and exoneration, featuring Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson.
fromVulture
1 week ago
Television

Jack O'Brien Has Stories About Everyone on Broadway

Jack O'Brien, an acclaimed theater director, embraces acting in his late 80s after being cast in a television role following a friend's death.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
Film
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway review: The Fear of 13 is just fine

The Fear of 13 is a dramatization of Nick Yarris's wrongful conviction and exoneration, featuring Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson.
Television
fromVulture
1 week ago

Jack O'Brien Has Stories About Everyone on Broadway

Jack O'Brien, an acclaimed theater director, embraces acting in his late 80s after being cast in a television role following a friend's death.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

7 Key Works of Avant-Garde Theater

Avant-garde theater originated in 19th-century France, emphasizing social reform and innovative artistic expression to critique mainstream culture.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

The Art of the Fictional Pop Song

The film 'Mother Mary' explores the concept of an unheard song that symbolizes unresolved emotional conflicts between characters.
fromBustle
4 days ago

Aya Cash Talks 'Giant' On Broadway & Her Theater Rituals

I was just terrified. I was like, 'I don't want to mess this up. It's done so well. Everyone loves it. And now I'm coming in, and I can be the thing that makes the wheels come off.'
New York Giants
#new-york-city
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
Fundraising
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Zootopia 2 and Encanto choreographer teaches 'Cinderellas' with Saving Our Daughters

Saving Our Daughters empowers young girls of color through mentorship and dance education, fostering confidence and self-ownership.
#lorne-michaels
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 days ago

'Lorne' Review: Morgan Neville's Lightweight Documentary Sees Lorne Michaels as the Last True Guardian of Show Business as We Know It

Morgan Neville's documentary 'Lorne' explores the challenges of capturing the elusive Lorne Michaels, revealing the complexities of his character and career.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 days ago

'Lorne' Review: Morgan Neville's Lightweight Documentary Sees Lorne Michaels as the Last True Guardian of Show Business as We Know It

Morgan Neville's documentary 'Lorne' explores the challenges of capturing the elusive Lorne Michaels, revealing the complexities of his character and career.
Berlin
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Greta Lee on Her Favorite Performances, Films, Foods and More

Pablo Neruda's appreciation for simple objects inspires a love for cooking and art, emphasizing naturalism and emotional depth in various forms of expression.
#karaoke
SF music
fromVulture
2 days ago

Karaoke With Isa Briones Is Not for the Weak

Isa Briones showcases her karaoke talent and impersonation skills while balancing roles in two contrasting productions.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

The Only Acceptable Karaoke Songs, Ranked From Easiest to Hardest

Karaoke fosters community and emotional connection, allowing everyone to participate and express themselves freely through music.
SF music
fromVulture
2 days ago

Karaoke With Isa Briones Is Not for the Weak

Isa Briones showcases her karaoke talent and impersonation skills while balancing roles in two contrasting productions.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

The Only Acceptable Karaoke Songs, Ranked From Easiest to Hardest

Karaoke fosters community and emotional connection, allowing everyone to participate and express themselves freely through music.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

My Front-Row Seat to the Kennedy Center Implosion

The Kennedy Center faced significant turmoil and staff layoffs under President Trump's leadership, culminating in a two-year closure announcement.
Television
from6abc Philadelphia
4 days ago

From 'Aladdin' to 'Scrubs' to 'General Hospital,' it's Michael James Scott's moment to shine

Michael James Scott is concluding his role as Genie in Disney's Aladdin while also starring in the revival of Scrubs.
London music
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

Neko Case's Thelma & Louise Musical to Debut This Fall

Neko Case's musical adaptation of Thelma & Louise premieres in London from September 3 to October 24 at the Young Vic Theater.
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in an autobiographical solo show about the home he lost in the 2025 Palisades Fire

"860 was the address of the home we lost in the Palisades fires. We lived there for 46 years. I invite you to come inside 860 and I'll tell you all the funny and touching things that happened there, not only in my career but to our family."
Chicago
Humor
fromVulture
3 days ago

The Fear of 13 Doesn't Get Far Outside of Adrien Brody's Head

Nick Yarris, exonerated after 22 years on death row, shares his extraordinary life stories with a prison volunteer, blurring lines between advocacy and listening.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Such a water-cooler show!' Jane Krakowski on Ally McBeal and life as the world's biggest scene-stealer

Krakowski was almost the photo-negative of Calista Flockhart's title character: brassy, eccentric, unconcerned by others' opinions. Similarly, her character in 30 Rock, Jenna Maroney, acted as the bookend to Tina Fey's Liz Lemon, Krakowski untouched by self-awareness, Fey beset by it.
Women in technology
Media industry
fromVulture
4 days ago

David Letterman Gives His Thoughts on Colbert's Replacement

CBS chose Byron Allen's Comics Unleashed for its time slot to save costs and generate revenue without producing a new show.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How David Cross Gets Ready for a Night of Dangerous' Comedy

Mr. Cross, 62, is not afraid to go off-color. The special includes jokes about slavery, an extracurricular offering at a Chinese massage place and a culinary fantasy about what God does with miscarriages.
DC food
Film
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Christine Baranski will make her West End debut in Noel Coward's Hay Fever, fulfilling a long-held dream and returning to her theatre roots.
Writing
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Jeffrey Wright on His Favorite Performances, Films, Foods and More

Technology serves as a tool of autocratic control, reflecting themes in Zamyatin's We' and Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

3 Essential Operas to Watch

Handel's music, like Mozart's, has truly healing properties. It quiets the mind in a hypnotic way, penetrating the psyche of the characters deeply.
Berlin music
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Park Slope's Puppetworks Hunts for New Home

"We have other options, and other people do want us, but we have to find the right space, because we've been very lucky with this space. But the most important part is to find a place where we can continue all week long, where the school buses can come in and not disturb the neighbors, and be safe. So that is the biggest challenge."
Brooklyn
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Naked puppets! Having sex! Lusty, foul-mouthed musical Avenue Q is back

Avenue Q is revived to celebrate its 20th anniversary, addressing real-world issues with humor and puppetry for a new generation.
Music production
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Marc Shaiman takes stage in Center at West Park fundraiseras renowned Broadway, film composer marks 50 years in show business | amNewYork

Marc Shaiman wrote music for the Mary Poppins sequel, reflecting on his childhood connection to the original film.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Where NYC finds its voice: Inside Michael Minelli's Step to the Mike' | amNewYork

Step to the Mike transforms New York City sidewalks into live platforms for discovering raw musical talent.
Arts
from48 hills
4 days ago

Drama Masks: Of tyrannical kings and dancing kilts - 48 hills

The article critiques political figures and draws parallels between historical narratives and contemporary issues in performing arts.
#timothee-chalamet
Film
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Guadagnino defends Timothee Chalamet as ballet sales spike

Timothée Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked backlash but also boosted ticket sales for the arts.
Film
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Guadagnino defends Timothee Chalamet as ballet sales spike

Timothée Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked backlash but also boosted ticket sales for the arts.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Inside NMIXX's emotional bond with fans following sold-out Brooklyn show | amNewYork

NMIXX emphasizes emotional connections with fans over performance perfection during their sold-out show in Brooklyn.
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

To Save Lives - And The Theater - Let's Ban Cars From Broadway - Streetsblog New York City

In that small 30-block zone last year, there were 486 reported crashes, injuring 76 cyclists, 108 pedestrians (one fatally) and 67 motorists, according to city stats. That's more than a crash every day, injuring more than 250 people.
London politics
Film
fromBustle
5 days ago

The World Yearns For Amanda Seyfried In More Musicals

Amanda Seyfried is actively seeking musical roles and will star in Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming film Octet.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Broadway review: Death of a Salesman, to die for ()

Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf deliver a powerful revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, emphasizing the tragedy of an ordinary man's struggles.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Oh what a circus! The Greatest Showman hits the stage as a high-flying, hammer-juggling, banger-filled spectacular

The Greatest Showman is now a Disney stage musical, premiering in Bristol with new songs added to the original soundtrack.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

How Grace Gummer, Meryl Streep's daughter, is carving out her own niche: Her mother's gift is now also hers'

Grace Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, stands out in Hollywood for her talent and discretion despite her privileged background.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 week ago

The Museum Breathing Life Into New York's Downtown Performance Scene

The Leslie-Lohman Museum connects art with the needs of the queer community amidst political challenges.
NYC music
fromVariety
3 days ago

New York's Bryant Park Announces 2026 Free Summer Concert Schedule

Bryant Park's Picnic Performances 2026 schedule features 24 free outdoor performances, including opera, dance, and concerts, starting May 28.
NYC music
fromPlaybill
3 days ago

Hadestown Live Film, Featuring Original Broadway Leads, Will Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival

Hadestown live film featuring original Broadway leads will premiere at Tribeca Film Festival on June 8, 2026.
NYC music
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Madonna's Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II is set to release on July 3, 2026.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on new musicals: sex, drugs and song n' dance | Editorial

Trainspotting the Musical adapts Irvine Welsh's novel, showcasing the evolution of stories from books to stage with contemporary themes.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
3 days ago

Lincoln Center announces 2026 Summer For the City series lineup of free shows

Lincoln Center's 2026 Summer for the City series features hundreds of free or choose-what-you-pay events from June 10 to August 8.
#broadway
Writing
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Soon You Can Marry Mariska Hargitay on Broadway

Mariska Hargitay will take over the role from Daniel Radcliffe in the Broadway revival of Every Brilliant Thing, emphasizing themes of healing and hope.
NYC music
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Tony-Winning Voices: "Sutton Foster & Kelli O'Hara" Live in Concert (SF)

Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara perform with the San Francisco Symphony on July 18, 2026, featuring songs and stories from their Tony Award-winning shows.
NYC music
fromVulture
6 days ago

C'est Absurde, In the Best Possible Way: Titanique

Broadway's current season celebrates queer culture through vibrant productions like Titanique and Rocky Horror Show, showcasing defiance and joy amidst challenges.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Broadway review: Paris is purring in Cats: The Jellicle Ball ()

The revival of Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway reinvigorates the musical, transforming its inherent strangeness into a celebratory experience.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

One of NYC's best free outdoor theater series is back with a major 2026 lineup

Molière in the Park announces its 2026 season featuring free performances, workshops, and a focus on accessibility in classical theater.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Drama Is Too Cowardly to Commit to Its Provocative Premise

The film presents a dark romantic comedy featuring complex characters and a central premise that challenges audience expectations.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

This popular massive street festival is coming back to NYC!

Fifth Avenue hosts the Museum Mile Festival, offering free museum access and live performances on June 9 from 6pm to 9pm.
fromAol
1 month ago
New York City

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
#zendaya
Film
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

The Drama Surrounding "The Drama"

Fans gathered for the New York premiere of 'The Drama' starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, showcasing excitement and anticipation despite the cold weather.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Critics Aren't Sure Whether to Marry The Drama

Zendaya's performance in the controversial film is widely praised, while critics are divided on the film's originality and execution.
#titanique
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Titanique review delightfully campy Celine Dion musical shows bigger isn't always better

Titanique is a campy Celine Dion jukebox musical that humorously reimagines Titanic with a zany, self-aware approach.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Review | Titanique' hits Broadway, runs aground

Titanique struggles to maintain momentum despite a strong theater season, offering a parody of Titanic through Celine Dion's music but lacking depth and humor.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Titanique review delightfully campy Celine Dion musical shows bigger isn't always better

Titanique is a campy Celine Dion jukebox musical that humorously reimagines Titanic with a zany, self-aware approach.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Review | Titanique' hits Broadway, runs aground

Titanique struggles to maintain momentum despite a strong theater season, offering a parody of Titanic through Celine Dion's music but lacking depth and humor.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Twist in The Drama Is Not the Problem

The film features a controversial plot twist involving a character's past plan for a school shooting, sparking significant online speculation and backlash.
NYC music
fromVulture
6 days ago

Rachel Zegler Won the Oliviers

Rachel Zegler won Best Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for her role in Evita, delivering a powerful performance and acceptance speech.
Film
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

'The Drama' Is Worth the Secrecy

Kristoffer Borgli's film explores dark human impulses through a pre-wedding gathering that reveals unsettling secrets among friends.
fromBustle
1 month ago

Why This Broadway Star Doesn't Buy Into Pre-Show Superstitions

I landed Oct. 5, and we started work Oct. 6, so it was like jump straight in. And when it's your day off, it's like, 'OK, I just need to shop and clean and relax.' Nearly six months in, the actor is slowly familiarizing himself with New York neighborhood by neighborhood, including the West Village, which he says he recently explored with his girlfriend.
Miscellaneous
Design
fromVeranda
1 month ago

This Broadway Musical Built the New York City Skyline From Stacked Suitcases

Set designer Soutra Gilmour created a sculptural suitcase-built New York skyline for the Broadway musical Two Strangers, combining architectural elements with intimate staging that transforms throughout the production.
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

11 excellent bars in Times Square, New York's busiest corridor

Bea is a neighborhood favorite. A mere 12-14 minute walk west from Times Square gives you enough distance to breathe normally again. Inside, it's low-lit and lively, with servers and bartenders who manage the pre-theater rush like they've seen it all a million times. The bar program is what sets Bea apart from others of its ilk with a short but sweet cocktail menu offering novelty and fun.
Cocktails
Television
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Ten Shows Our Critics Have Recently Reviewed

The New Yorker's television critics review recent TV releases and comedy specials, offering guidance on what to watch as the industry faces uncertainty about its future quality.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.bostonherald.com
1 month ago

Sondra Lee, a veteran Broadway dancer with roles in Peter Pan' and Hello Dolly!' dies at 97

Sondra Lee, a Broadway dancer and actor discovered by Jerome Robbins who originated Tiger Lily in Peter Pan and Minnie Fay in Hello, Dolly!, died at 97 of natural causes.
NYC music
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

New York Through the Eyes of "The Book Of Mormom Star" Sydney Quildon

The Book of Mormon celebrates its 15th anniversary with special events featuring original cast members and a Broadway newcomer, Sydney Quildon.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Broadway: Jeremy Jordan to succeed Jonathan Groff in Just in Time,' Tony Awards back to Radio City, and more amNewYork

Beginning April 21, Jeremy Jordan will step into the role of Bobby Darin in Just in Time, the immersive nightclub musical that quietly became one of last season's surprise hits at Circle in the Square Theatre. Jordan succeeds Jonathan Groff, who plays Darin through March 29, in a production that has turned Circle in the Square into a swinging supper clubcomplete with floor seating, banquettes, and a live band that puts audiences inches from the action.
Music
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Would you go to a play by yourself? Theaters are hoping so

We decided this could be an opportunity to design something specifically for those theatergoers, and maybe many others who may have been reluctant to attend on their own. This is not 'singles night.' If a meaningful connection happens, that's a bonus. But at the end of the day, it's really about being comfortable going solo to a show and enjoying it with people who have that same experience.
Arts
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

A 'Glee' star is joining an Off Broadway dance show and we can't think of a better fit

"It has been a bucket-list dream of mine to perform on a New York stage, and I couldn't think of a better way to do that than becoming a part of the 11 to Midnight family," Morris said in a statement.
NYC music
Arts
fromTime Out New York
2 months ago

Kids can see Broadway shows for free this February

Kids and teens 18 and under can get free Broadway tickets on Feb. 24, 2026 when accompanied by a full‑paying adult at participating shows.
#off-broadway-theater
NYC music
fromForbes
1 month ago

New York Through The Eyes Of "You Got Older" Star Nina White

Actress Nina White currently stars in the Off-Broadway production of You Got Older, a dark comedy exploring illness and family dynamics written by Clare Barron.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

New Off-Broadway shows you need to see this March | amNewYork

March brings diverse Off-Broadway productions including folk musicals, experimental works, and comedy exploring Deaf experiences and contemporary social themes.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Broadway's spring season brings star power, revivals and screen-to-stage adaptations

As Broadway heads into the busy spring theater season, a wave of new productions and high-profile revivals is arriving across Midtown. This year's lineup leans heavily on recognizable titles including revivals of classics and stage adaptations of familiar screen properties as well as star casting.
NYC music
Film
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

9-Year-Old Sees First Broadway Show. 3 Months Later, He's Starring In It

A 9-year-old boy from Houston became a Broadway performer after a viral TikTok video of him singing led to multiple acting opportunities, including touring with MJ the Musical.
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