Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
George Clooney to make his Broadway debut
George Clooney will make his Broadway acting debut next year in a stage adaptation of his film, “Good Night, and Good Luck.”
Breaking down the Tonys: Best Direction of a Musical
“With the Tony Awards right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to break down each category. Let’s discuss the nominees, predict some winners, and discuss who may have deserved to be on the list. Today, we’re moving on to Best Direction of a Musical.”
Robert Downey Jr. to Make Broadway Debut This Fall
“Robert Downey Jr. will make his Broadway debut this fall, starring in Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar's newest play, MCNEAL, at Lincoln Center Theater. Bartlett Sher will direct.”
Breaking down the Tonys: Best Choreography
“With the Tony Awards right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to break down each category. Today, we’re continuing with Best Choreography.”
How ‘Show Boat’ Changed Broadway
“In academic circles, for very specific reasons, “Show Boat” is, inarguably, the most important, influential musical ever written.”
Breaking down the Tonys: Best Orchestrations
“With the Tony Awards right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to break down each category. Let’s discuss the nominees, predict some winners, and discuss who may have deserved to be on the list. Today, let’s kick things off with Best Orchestrations”
Broadway Star fires back at critic of his Tony Nomination
“In the midst of the fervor surrounding the recent Tony Award nominations, one Broadway star is at the center of a social media situation. Roger Bart, celebrated for his captivating performance in ‘Back to the Future’, took to Twitter to address criticism regarding his latest Tony nomination.”
'The Heart of Rock and Roll' reviews prove "fun" musicals work
“‘The Heart of Rock and Roll’" is a refreshing reminder of the sheer joy and exhilaration that can be found in a lighthearted, feel-good production.”
Misunderstood Musicals: "The First"
“Is it a bad show? Not at all. It’s not bad, but it’s just kind of there, and if you’re going to write a book musical about Jack Roosevelt Robinson it should be as great as he was and as inspiring as he became.”
Reviews for 'Cabaret' revival, mixed at best
“On Sunday, the much anticipated (and expensive) revival of ‘Cabaret’ opened on Broadway. Critics had the chance to state their thoughts on the show. Let’s say their reactions were mixed.”
Incident at Broadway's 'Cabaret' involving audience member grabbing Eddie Redmayne
“It is being reported that during last night’s performance of ‘Cabaret,’ an audience member walked up to the stage and grabbed star Eddie Redmayne. The audience member was removed by theatre security.”
'Crazy Rich Asians' Musical in the works
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is headed to the stage. It was announced today that a stage musical adaptation of the hit film is being developed by the film’s director, Jon M. Chu.