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Dolly: A True Original Musical Completes Broadway Cast Ahead of January Opening
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Matarazzo Leads London's 30th Anniversary Revival of 'Rent'
Gaten Matarazzo stars as Mark in a new West End revival of Jonathan Larson's 'Rent,' directed by Luke Sheppard. Opening October 8 at the Tom Stoppard Theatre, the production marks the show's 30th anniversary and its first major revival in two decades. Critics praise the ensemble's raw emotional delivery and Sheppard's faithful yet fresh staging, while Matarazzo transitions from his 'Stranger Things' fame to a demanding stage role.
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Pulitzer Finalist 'Here There Are Blueberries' Sets Starry Broadway Cast for November Premiere
The acclaimed docudrama 'Here There Are Blueberries' has finalized its Broadway cast, featuring a mix of veteran stage actors and television stars. The production will open at the Barrymore Theatre on November 9, 2026, following a limited 10-week run. The ensemble includes two-time Tony winner Michael Cerveris, Conrad Ricamora, and Kathleen Chalfant, alongside Brandon Flynn, who makes his Broadway debut. The play, a 2024 Pulitzer Prize finalist, dramatizes the 2007 discovery of a Nazi-era photo album at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, exploring the moral complexities of the Holocaust through historical evidence. Directed by Moisés Kaufman, the production is a co-production with La Jolla Playhouse and features a creative team including Tony winner Derek McLane for scenic design.
Dolly Parton’s Final Musical Cast Announced for Broadway Debut
The lead cast for 'Dolly: A True Original Musical' has been announced, featuring Katie Rose Clarke, Carrie St. Louis, and Norah Nunes as the country icon at different life stages. The production, handpicked by the late Parton, opens at the St. James Theatre in January 2027.
Bradley Whitford Reunites with Aaron Sorkin for 'A Few Good Men' Revival Amid Walk of Fame Honor
Bradley Whitford is set to reprise his role as Col. Jessup in the upcoming Broadway revival of 'A Few Good Men,' reuniting him with playwright Aaron Sorkin. The production opens at Lincoln Center Theater on October 8, shortly after Whitford received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 30. Whitford describes the collaboration as a 'time machine,' noting that their initial meeting in the 1989 original production led to their long-term partnership on 'The West Wing.' He emphasizes the play's contemporary relevance, framing it as a debate on whether survival depends on cooperation or dominance. Whitford also expressed optimism regarding a potential limited series revival of 'The West Wing,' citing Sorkin's interest in new material.
Broadway to Stage 'It's a Wonderful Life' as a Live Radio Play with Star-Studded Cast
A live radio play adaptation of 'It's a Wonderful Life' will open at the Broadhurst Theatre on November 18, 2026, featuring Andrew Rannells, Megan Hilty, Tituss Burgess, Harry Hamlin, and Lisa Rinna. The limited run, directed by Jerry Zaks, will conclude on January 3, 2027.
Broadway Review: Bioh’s 'School Girls' Returns with Sharp Edge and Star Power
Jocelyn Bioh’s 2017 comedy 'School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play' has opened on Broadway at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Directed by Whitney White, the production features Denée Benton and Jasmine Amy Rogers in a sharp, funny, and poignant look at colorism and teen rivalry in a 1986 Ghanaian boarding school. Critics praise the cast and direction, noting the play’s enduring relevance and the added weight of its themes in the current cultural climate.
Broadway Debut of 'School Girls' Celebrates Ghanaian Teen Drama and Colorism
Jocelyn Bioh’s 2017 comedy 'School Girls; or, the African Mean Girls Play' has opened on Broadway at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Directed by Whitney White, the production features Denée Benton and Jasmine Amy Rogers in a story set in a 1986 Ghanaian boarding school. The play explores teen cliques, beauty pageants, and colorism, marking a significant return for Bioh’s work after successful runs in London and across the US.
Cruz and Knight Join Long-Running Little Shop Revival
Hannah Cruz and T.R. Knight will join the Off-Broadway cast of Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theatre starting October 27, 2026. They will succeed Ethan Slater and Betsy Wolfe, who will perform their final bows on October 25. This marks the next rotation in the production's history as the longest-running version of the musical.
Jocelyn Bioh Returns to Broadway Stage for Four Performances in Own Play
Playwright Jocelyn Bioh will act in her own Broadway play 'School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play' for four performances starting October 9, replacing Patina Miller. Bioh returns to the stage after a 12-year absence, stepping into the role of Eloise Amponsah for a brief engagement at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
Todrick Hall's 'Midnight' Delays Off-Broadway Previews Amid Safety Concerns
Todrick Hall’s Off-Broadway musical 'Midnight' has canceled its first week of previews, pushing the start date to September 25 and the opening night to October 15. Hall cited unforeseen circumstances and safety concerns regarding the production's complex physical elements, including a massive set and 140 costumes, which he described as unprecedented for the Daryl Roth Theatre.
Rent Original Cast Reunites for 30th Anniversary Benefit Concert
The original cast of Jonathan Larson’s Rent will reunite for a one-night-only 30th anniversary benefit concert on October 26 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. The event, which benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, features a full performance of the musical with original cast members, alumni, and the original director. In-person tickets are sold out, but livestream tickets are available. Additionally, a 30th anniversary vinyl edition of the original cast album will be released on November 13, including a new oral history.