Columbus, OH

Grand Rapids, MI

Circle Theatre will open its doors in August for a groundbreaking and timeless classic, A Raisin in the Sun. Set on Chicago’s South Side, Lorraine Hansberry’s celebrated play follows the divergent dreams and conflicts in three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis, and matriarch Lena. When Mama Lena’s deceased husband’s insurance money comes through, each of the Younger’s have their own plans on what to do with it. Hansberry’s portrait of one family’s struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless story of hope and inspiration.

Circle Theatre Presents A RAISIN IN THE SUN

54 BELOW will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson. Musical fireworks will ignite sparks on stage this coming Memorial Day weekend, with this joyous evening of Meredith Willson standards, showtunes, and unexpected surprises, starring a stellar cast of Broadway stalwarts. This intimate...

54 Below to Present HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN Celebration of Meredith Wilson

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Madison, NJ

Long before Bridgerton sparked desires and ignited our screens, a young, new writer set the hearts of England ablaze with the deep longing of her compelling characters. Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility tells the captivating tale of the Dashwood sisters as they attempt to navigate financial strife, would-be suitors, and the rigid edicts of English society following the death of their father. Jessica Swale’s elegant stage adaptation of this beloved classic overflows with humor and style. The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Sense and Sensibility at their F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University beginning September 4, 2024.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in September

The Keegan Theatre is presenting NOISES OFF returns by audience demand, running through September 1, 2024. Called “the funniest farce ever written,” NOISES OFF presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called NOTHING’S ON. Slamming doors, on and offstage intrigue, and an errant herring all figure in the plot of this hilarious and classically comic play.

Photos: NOISES OFF at The Keegan Theatre

2025 will be here before we know it, and all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season! Many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2025 and be sure to check back for updates.

What's Coming to Broadway in 2025

Bobby Banas, known for his role as Joyboy in the 1961 film West Side Story, passed away on Monday at the age of 90. Banas passed away on Monday due to pneumonia at an assisted living facility in Encino, as confirmed by his son, director and photographer Eden Tyler Banas, in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter.

Bobby Banas, ‘West Side Story’ Star, Dies at 90

54 BELOW will welcome back Broadway legend Norm Lewis for a special new holiday show on December 18 - 24 at 7pm. Patron/Member presale begins on Mon, Aug 5 at 2pm. Tickets go on sale to the General Public on Fri, Aug 9 at 12pm. Learn more about accessing presales here. Tickets can be purchased at 54below.org/NormLewis.

Norm Lewis to Return to 54 Below for New Holiday Show

Landon's breakthrough came with his iconic role as "Little Joe Cartwright" in the long-running Western television series, 'Bonanza.' His charismatic portrayal earned him widespread acclaim and established him as a television heartthrob. 2 / 7. 'Little House on the Prairie'. 'Little House on the Prairie' (1974-1983):. Michael Landon's influence extended...

'Bonanza': THIS Was Actor Michael Landon's Sad Cause Of Death

Lucie Arnaz has had a long and varied career, starting as a child actor on television under the watchful eyes of her showbiz parents Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. Since those early days, she has carved out a career on stage, too, from playing regional shows to originating roles on Broadway and the West End. The crowd at 54 Below on Thursday, July 20, was treated to a setlist of songs from a bevy of roles she has played or desired to play.

Review: Lucie Arnaz Celebrates A Life On Stage with I GOT THE JOB at 54 Below

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. 1) Hamilton Buy Tickets - A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Broadway Buying Guide: August 5, 2024- See Robert Downey Jr.'s Debut in MCNEAL

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Bobby Banas, real name Robert Banas, was an accomplished dance star who appeared in films like 'West Side Story.'

'Mary Poppins' and 'West Side Story' Actor Dead at 90: Son of Bobby Banas Confirms His Passing

New York City, NY

Today, between is all about the animals- or at least it is in Shubert Alley. Broadway Barks returns for its 26th annual dog and cat adoption event (3-6:30pm) between West 44th and 45th Streets, and between Broadway and Eighth Avenues. This star-studded dog and cat adoption event hosted by Bernadette...

Broadway Jukebox: Animals of Broadway

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It's been seven months since beloved actor David Soul died from cancer at 80 years old. He is best known as Hutch alongside Paul Michael Glazer as Starsky in the 1970s TV detective series Starsky & Hutch.

The Tragic Death of TV's 'Starsky & Hutch' and 'Here Come the Brides' Actor David Soul - A Look Back

1984’s Footloose is one of the most beloved movies ever. The musical drama follows Kevin Bacon’s character, teenager Ren McCormack, as he moves to the fictional small Utah town of Bomont from Chicago. There, he makes it his mission to overturn a ban on dancing imposed by John Lithgow’s strict local minister, Reverend Shaw Moore.

Did Kevin Bacon dance in ‘Footloose?’

Today’s subject Burke Swanson is currently living his theatre life playing the iconic role of George McFly in the North American tour of Back to The Future The Musical. The show is currently playing in the Opera House at Kennedy Center through August 11th. Prior to taking on the...

Interview: Theatre Life with Burke Swanson

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A ‘Must See TV’ vet is headed back to NBC.AGT Reveals Another Golden Twist Before Going on Olympic Hiatus



Maura Tierney has been tapped to join Law & Order in Season 24 as a series regular, sources confirm to TVLine exclusively. Character details are being kept under wraps, but we hear Tierney will be playing a new lieutenant. 



This marks Tierney’s return to NBC’s Thursday lineup following her decade-long stint on ER. 



The news comes after Camryn Manheim departed the venerable Dick Wolf procedural as Lt. Kate Dixon at the end of Season 23, which wrapped on May 16.


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Maura Tierney Joins Law & Order as Series Regular (Exclusive)

Bloomington, MN

Due to overwhelming demand and enthusiastic audience response, Artistry Theater and Visual Arts has announced the extension of their critically acclaimed production of Disney's Newsies through August 18th. This high-energy musical, featuring a dynamic score and captivating choreography with an irresistable cast has become a must-see event this summer. Don't...

DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Artistry Extends Run

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She became known for playing quirky old women in the '60s and '70s, and had a long career before that

Ruth Gordon Young: See the Star Long Before Her Roles in ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ and ‘Harold and Maude’

Natalie Schafer was a millionaire, and also played one on TV. Shaefer, who died at 90 years old in 1991, was best known to classic television viewers as Eunice "Lovey" Wentworth Howell on the classic TV sitcom romp, Gilligan's Island.

'Gilligan's Island' Actress Natalie Schaefer was a millionaire in real life and played one on TV

Keanu Reeves to Make Broadway Debut, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Warriors’ Album Coming Soon, A-Lister Join ‘King Lear’ Film. “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day. Any and all feedback is appreciated:. Matt Tamanini: [email...

Today on Broadway: Friday, Aug. 2, 2024

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PCS Theater Presents Woodstock-Inspired A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

PCS Theater has announced its upcoming production of Shakespeare's timeless comedy, “A Midsummer Night's Dream”, set against the vibrant and iconic backdrop of Woodstock 1969. This...

PCS Theater Presents Woodstock-Inspired A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

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