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Lesley Manville Wins Tony for Lead Actress in Oedipus

Her first Tony caps a Broadway debut in Robert Icke’s election‑night reworking that centers Jocasta’s story.

Rosamund Pike Rebukes Theatregoer for Texting During West End Performance

“Beaches” Opens on Broadway to Divided Reviews

Critics Split on Michelle Williams–Led Anna Christie at St. Ann’s Warehouse

Little Bear Ridge Road Sets Early Broadway Closing on Dec. 21

The New York Times Names Helen Shaw Chief Theater Critic

‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’ Revival Earns Praise for Young and Design, Draws Structural Critiques

Michael Urie Anchors Red Bull’s Richard II, Extended Through Dec. 14 Off-Broadway

Mar Contreras Offers Refund After ‘Mentiras’ Backlash and Rejects Belinda Comparisons

Video Shows Mateus Solano Knock Spectator’s Phone During Play, Prompting Debate Over Theater Etiquette

Starry Broadway Revival of 'Art' Opens to Mixed Reviews, With Corden Earning Raves

Anthony Ramos Says Madonna Sat on Her iPad During Hamilton Performance

Jean Smart Shines in Broadway’s Call Me Izzy Despite Predictable Plot

Patti LuPone Skips Tony Awards as Broadway Confronts Her Disparaging Remarks

Pauletta Washington Criticizes Tony Awards After Denzel's Othello Snub

Broadway's 'Othello' Faces Scrutiny Over Record Ticket Prices

Brie Larson's West End Debut in 'Elektra' Divides Critics