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After more than 100 years of operation, it seems an overhaul is in order for Broadway's Imperial Theatre.
12/31/2024

After more than 100 years of operation, it seems an overhaul is in order for Broadway's Imperial Theatre.

Proposed by the Shubert Organization, the overhaul would include a new marquee and new bathrooms.

It seems the Wicked Movie is very, very popular!
12/31/2024

It seems the Wicked Movie is very, very popular!

Look back at how other recent movie musicals have fared at the box office.

Last week, Wicked made over $5 million and Maybe Happy Ending hit $1 million for the first time.
12/31/2024

Last week, Wicked made over $5 million and Maybe Happy Ending hit $1 million for the first time.

Several shows broke house records in the highest-grossing Christmas week since 2018, with Wicked topping the charts at more than $5 million.

Back to the Future Broadway closes this Sunday. Casey Likes reflects on his favorite moments from the show, including on...
12/31/2024

Back to the Future Broadway closes this Sunday. Casey Likes reflects on his favorite moments from the show, including one fan who saw it 88 times.

After 19 months as Marty McFly, Likes prepares to hang up his red vest for good.

From ancient Egypt to the coast of Cornwall, the classic arts scene in New York is never quiet. Here is just a sampling ...
12/31/2024

From ancient Egypt to the coast of Cornwall, the classic arts scene in New York is never quiet. Here is just a sampling of some of the classic arts events happening this week.

Stay up to date with the best of dance, opera, concert music, and more in NYC.

Rejoicify, fellow Ozians! The Wicked Movie is now available digitally!
12/31/2024

Rejoicify, fellow Ozians! The Wicked Movie is now available digitally!

The Jon M. Chu-directed film is now the highest-grossing adaptation of a stage musical in box-office history.

Tonight, Bernadette Peters is ringing in the New Year alongside the Boston Pops orchestra.
12/31/2024

Tonight, Bernadette Peters is ringing in the New Year alongside the Boston Pops orchestra.

The Tony winner's set will include songs from Stephen Sondheim, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Jerry Herman, and more.

Jenn Colella is headed to 54 Below tonight.
12/31/2024

Jenn Colella is headed to 54 Below tonight.

Earlier in the evening, the Manhattan nightspot presents New Belters Nicolas King and Seth Sikes.

Zachary James' new album has officially arrived.
12/31/2024

Zachary James' new album has officially arrived.

The West End Hadestown star recorded the new release at London cabaret venue Crazy Coqs in July.

See what's in store for New York Theatre Barn's 2025 New Works Series.
12/31/2024

See what's in store for New York Theatre Barn's 2025 New Works Series.

New York Theatre Barn's annual series features excerpts from six new musicals and discussions with the creators.

In a year of great triumph and great loss, the theatre community has mourned the passing of numerous icons and influence...
12/31/2024

In a year of great triumph and great loss, the theatre community has mourned the passing of numerous icons and influences. As the year comes to an end, we look back at those we lost this year.

This year saw the passing of many theatre luminaries, including James Earl Jones, Chita Rivera, Gavin Creel, and many more.

Sara Bareilles will ring in the New Year on a PBS tonight!
12/31/2024

Sara Bareilles will ring in the New Year on a PBS tonight!

The singer-songwriter is joined by Rufus Wainwright, Emily King, David Ryan Harris, and more.

In the Pella High School production of Freaky Friday, students did everything from making props to running lights and so...
12/30/2024

In the Pella High School production of Freaky Friday, students did everything from making props to running lights and sound.

Pella High School's award-winning arts program switches things up in this musical.

With winter weather comes any number of sniffly, sneezy ailments—which also means it's often understudies to the rescue ...
12/30/2024

With winter weather comes any number of sniffly, sneezy ailments—which also means it's often understudies to the rescue on Broadway. Jennifer Simard shouted out the Death Becomes Her the Musical understudies in a special way.

Cronin and Ellis filled in for both Megan Hilty and Simard at a recent performance of the new musical at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

Catching Fireflies is headed to the Players Loft Theater in 2025.
12/30/2024

Catching Fireflies is headed to the Players Loft Theater in 2025.

The new musical from Finnigan Faye and Adam Gloc will play the Players Loft Theater in January 2025.

From Angelina Jolie on the red carpet to Cole Escola and Conrad Ricamora in one sweater, we look back on a year in theat...
12/30/2024

From Angelina Jolie on the red carpet to Cole Escola and Conrad Ricamora in one sweater, we look back on a year in theatrical photography.

Photo Editor Heather Gershonowitz looks back on a year in photographs.

Can’t figure out where to sit at Cabaret New York at the Kit Kat Club? We have a guide for you.
12/30/2024

Can’t figure out where to sit at Cabaret New York at the Kit Kat Club? We have a guide for you.

Some tips for choosing the best view at the renovated August Wilson Theatre, aka: the Kit Kat Club.

Check out the photos from Swept Away: A New Musical Tale's final Broadway bow.
12/30/2024

Check out the photos from Swept Away: A New Musical Tale's final Broadway bow.

The Avett Brothers musical played its final performance December 29 at the Longacre.

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