The Latest
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‘Venus' Has a Point to Make About Sexual Exploitation
Twenty-plus years after its New York debut, the Suzan-Lori Parks drama “Venus” gets a daring revival as part of the playwright’s residency at Signature Center.
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George Takei Returns in Rare Revival of Sondheim's ‘Pacific Overtures'
The CSC’s lean, politically relevant revival asks audiences to question the merits of isolationism versus globalization.
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Cott, Osnes Go Back to the 1940s in Nostalgic ‘Bandstand'
“Hamilton” choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler guides the two rising Broadway stars in a swing-infused musical about a World War II vet who connects with the widow of a fallen soldier. Patriotic and sincere.
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Allison Janney, Corey Hawkins Lead ‘Six Degrees' Revival
It’s 1990 all over again in a period-faithful revival of the John Guare play based on real events, about a clever con artist who convinces an Upper East Side couple that he’s the son of Sidney Poitier.
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In ‘Charlie' Musical, You Take the Bitter with the Sweet
Christian Borle makes for a fine Willy Wonka in a new musical from the creators of “Hairspray.” But a score and set that fail to wow, and adult “kids” sketched out as ugly stereotypes ultimately sour matters.
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Bette Midler Lights Up Broadway in ‘Hello, Dolly!'
The Divine Miss M finally puts her stamp on the matchmaker role made famous by Carol Channing. A revival that strikes a sumptuous balance between realism and misty nostalgia.
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History Repeats Itself in Gratifying ‘Groundhog Day' Musical
Andy Karl shines in a musical adaptation of the 1993 film, from the creators of Broadway’s “Matilda.” Funny, edgy and entertaining.
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Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole Deftly Apply ‘War Paint'
The Tony Winners play rival cosmetics titans Helena Rubinstein and Elizabeth Arden in a new musical that — sorry! — isn’t a cat fight between so-called divas, but rather a smart portrayal of the obstacles faced by two of America’s earliest female entrepreneurs. Mostly, it’s bliss and makeup.
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Philippa Soo Goes to Paris as Quirky ‘Amélie'
The “Hamilton” Tony nominee returns to Broadway as the insouciant French gamine in a genial, but uninspiring musical adaptation of the kooky 2001 French film.
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Kevin Kline Returns to Broadway in a Plodding ‘Present Laughter'
The Oscar winner plays ladies’ man Garry Essendine, who’s trying to plan a tour of Africa, but can’t get a moment’s peace. The best performances come from Kate Burton and Kristine Nielsen.
