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Encores! 'High Spirits' Opens in Old-School Concert Revival

Early reviews spotlight standout performances, signaling a return to Encores!' classic concert style.

Kenrex Sets Off-Broadway American Premiere at the Lucille Lortel in April

Mexodus Returns Off-Broadway This Spring as Audible Release Lands in June

Heathers Off-Broadway Sets New Lineup for Jan. 26 as Peyton List Debuts, Kate Rockwell Returns

'Picnic at Hanging Rock' Musical Draws Mixed Reviews Off-Broadway

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

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

Perelman’s A Christmas Carol Opens to Warm Reviews as New Takes Flourish

Kristin Chenoweth’s The Queen of Versailles to Close on Broadway Jan. 4

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

‘The Seat of Our Pants’ Opens at The Public as Run Extends and Reviews Diverge

Trinity Christian College to Close After 2025–26 Academic Year

Kyoto Opens Off Broadway With Immersive Climate Thriller at Lincoln Center

Illinois 2026 Primary Filing Opens as Top Contenders Submit Petitions

Zoë Kim’s Did You Eat? Opens at the Public as Critics Weigh In

‘Oratorio for Living Things’ Opens at Signature to Strong Musical Notices

Aubrey Plaza Leads Ethan Coen’s Let’s Love! Off Broadway, Opening to Mixed Reviews

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Sets Broadway Run at the Broadhurst in Spring 2026

Caroline Opens at MCC to Strong Reviews as Playbill Reports Extension to Nov. 16

Keanu Reeves Makes Broadway Debut in Waiting for Godot With Alexandra Grant on Opening Night