Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 29, 2026 and it’s time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
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Video: In Rehearsals with the Cast of BIGFOOT! A NEW MUSICAL Featuring lyrics by Tony and Emmy Award nominee Amber Ruffin, a book by Ruffin and Kevin Sciretta, music by David Schmoll and direction and choreography by Danny Mefford, Bigfoot! will begin performances on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 ahead of an official opening night on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Watch in this video as they all explain what the hilarious new musical is all about.
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Black Theatre United to Celebrate Black History Month With Special Talkback at NYPL
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Black Theatre United is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month with a special one-night-only talkback exploring Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way.. (more…)
Review Roundup: BLACKOUT SONGS Opens Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild
Performances are underway for Olivier-nominated writer Joe White’s U.S. premiere of Blackout Songs. Learn more about Blackout Songs and read the reviews here!. (more…)
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Audra McDonald, Kelli O’Hara, RENT Original Cast Members and More Set for THE FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The Festival, a first-of-its-kind three-day outdoor celebration of Broadway’s greatest hits and brightest stars, will come to the Hudson River waterfront, featuring Audra McDonald, Kelli O’Hara and more.. (more…)
See Which Stars Have Played Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY!
by Sidney Paterra
In light of the news that Oh, Mary! will be launching a U.S. Tour in 2026, BroadwayWorld is looking back at all of the stars who have played the title role of Mary Todd Lincoln! . (more…)
Darren Criss to Host and Perform at 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe
Tony Award winner Darren Criss will help kick off Music’s Biggest Day as host of the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony, live from Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 1. He is also set to perform alongside his Maybe Happy Ending co-star, Helen J Shen.. (more…)
Josh Groban Concert Film Coming to AMC Theaters This Valentine’s Day
by Josh Sharpe
This Valentine’s Day weekend, Josh Groban will bring his live performance to the big screen in a new theatrical concert film, debuting as a first-run exclusive at select AMC Theatres locations in the US.. (more…)
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Will Be Performed as the York Theatre’s Spring Benefit
by Stephi Wild
The York Theatre will present a concert version of Jason Robert Brown’s Songs for a New World for one night only as its 2026 spring benefit. The event will take place on March 30 at Theatre at St. Jean’s. . (more…)
JERSEY BOYS to Launch North American Tour in September 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Jersey Boys will launch a multi-city North American Tour beginning September 2026 in celebration of its 20th Anniversary year. Jersey Boys is the behind-the-music true story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.. (more…)
BROADWAY BACKWARDS to Return to the Gershwin Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Broadway’s brightest stars will reinterpret iconic songs from the Broadway canon through a queer lens as Broadway Backwards celebrates its 20th anniversary, turning beloved classics into electrifying moments of visibility, freedom and pride.. (more…)
Drama Desk Awards Set 2026 Date
by Stephi Wild
The date has been set for the 70th Drama Desk Awards! The 2026 Drama Desk Awards will be held at The Town Hall on May 17, 2026. Learn more about the event here!. (more…)
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See you bright and early tomorrow, BroadwayWorld!
“Happiness
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