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2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards winners: ‘Schmigadoon!’ and ‘Ragtime’ dominate with 5 prizes each by Sam Eckmann

The Balusters and Death of a Salesman also pick up important wins in key Tony Awards precursor.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:35am on May 11, 2026[SHARE]

Review: ‘The Receptionist’ Can’t Help You Today by Brittani Samuel

A stale revival of Adam Bock’s cog-in-the-office-machine dark comedy lacks specificity and bite.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:45pm on May 10, 2026[SHARE]

Nathan Lane says 'Death of a Salesman' is 'the most rewarding thing I've done' by Sam Fragoso

Lane is nominated for a Tony for his portrayal of Arthur Miller's iconic salesman: "When people come back and talk about it, if they're not weeping, they're saying things like, 'You were my …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:15pm on May 7, 2026[SHARE]

Instant Tony odds: ‘Schmigadoon!’ and ‘Liberation’ are early front-runners for the top awards by Sam Eckmann

Here's what the Gold Derby leaderboards are saying about this year's most competitive Tony races.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 2:00pm on May 6, 2026[SHARE]

The Lost Boys by Samuel L. Leiter

Despite the revisions—1980s’ Republicans become a dull running joke—"The Lost Boys" is, like its source, a banal, comic‑book‑level depiction of family dysfunction and B‑movie vam…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:27pm on May 1, 2026[SHARE]

From ‘Spidermusical’ to ‘Schmigadoon!’ Alex Brightman and Sara Chase are musical comedy buddies for life by Sam Eckmann

The Tony-contending Broadway version of the Apple TV musical comedy marks the duo's latest collaboration in their nearly 20-year friendship.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00pm on May 1, 2026[SHARE]

In the Kravis Center’s “The Notebook,” Love Conquers All by Samara Smukler

Even if you don’t know the love story that Noah reads Allie from his trusty, timeworn notebook by heart, you’ve surely heard of it before. After all, The Notebook has reached audiences f…

SOURCE: southfloridatheater.com at 12:04pm on April 30, 2026[SHARE]

‘An incredible reminder of history’: Aya Cash and Elliot Levey discuss the resonance of ‘Giant’ by Sam Eckmann

The actors embody the two sides of the Jewish perspective on Isreal and antisemitism in the Tony-contending play starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00pm on April 30, 2026[SHARE]

It once hosted Eric and Ernie and a boxing kangaroo – now it’s all pigeons and decay. How did Hulme Hippodrome fall so low? by Words By Sam Wollaston, Photography By Christopher Thomond

It showcased the biggest stars of the day, including Stan Laurel, Harry Houdini, Morecambe and Wise and Shirley Bassey, before becoming a bingo hall, a church and a squat. It was almost turn…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 5:45am on April 30, 2026[SHARE]

2026 Tony eligibility: ‘Schmigadoon!’ scores in Original Score, ‘Rocky Horror’ gains 2 lead acting contenders by Sam Eckmann

Tessa Thompson, Don Cheadle and Taraji P. Henson jump to the featured actor races, while Anika Noni Rose gets promoted to lead.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 3:55pm on April 29, 2026[SHARE]

2026 Drama Desk Awards: ‘The Balusters’ scores a pre-Tony bounce, ‘Chess’ and ‘Rocky Horror’ remain in musical revival stalemate by Sam Eckmann

The off-Broadway productions Beau the Musical and Mexodus led all contenders with 10 nominations apiece.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:55pm on April 29, 2026[SHARE]

How Jessica Vosk makes ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ soar every night on Broadway by Sam Eckmann

The star of the Tony-contending Beaches musical reveres Bette Midler's performance in the beloved 1988 movie.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:05am on April 28, 2026[SHARE]

Cynthia Nixon talks HBO’s ‘Gilded Age,’ ‘Sex and the City’ and New England love by Samantha Genzer

Plus, “The Gilded Age” tours start May 12 in Newport. The post Cynthia Nixon talks HBO’s ‘Gilded Age,’ ‘Sex and the City’ and New England love appeared first on Boston.com.

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 10:20am on April 27, 2026[SHARE]

Fallen Angels by Samuel L. Leiter

It’s therefore a delight to see two such skilled actresses as Byrne and O’Hara, both using ultra-posh accents, willing to play against their striking beauty to get laughs, demonstrating …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 12:43pm on April 23, 2026[SHARE]

‘Don’t stop’: How June Squibb keeps winning accolades — and awards — at age 96 by Sam Eckmann

The Oscar-nominated star of Marjorie Prime could become the oldest actor ever nominated for a Tony.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00pm on April 23, 2026[SHARE]

2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards: ‘The Lost Boys’ sinks its teeth into 11 nominations, the most of any production by Sam Eckmann

The Rocky Horror Show is snubbed for Musical Revival, while Becky Shaw, Death of a Salesman, and Joe Turner's Come and Gone are showing their strength as Play Revival contenders.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 4:55pm on April 21, 2026[SHARE]

2026 Drama League Awards: ‘Ragtime’ leads nominations, ‘Oedipus’ snubbed by Sam Eckmann

The precursor ceremony could have big implications for the 2026 Tony race.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 5:15pm on April 20, 2026[SHARE]

Death of a Salesman by Samuel L. Leiter

As you may have read, a lot of critics are saying that “attention must be paid” to the sixth Broadway revival of "Death of a Salesman," Arthur Miller’s 1949 “tragedy of the common ma…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 4:08pm on April 20, 2026[SHARE]

Why Danny Strong calls 'Chess' the 'weirdest thing I've ever done' by Sam Eckmann

The Emmy-winning writer was able to put his passion for musical theater into practice by writing an all-new book for the famously troubled show.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:00am on April 18, 2026[SHARE]

Becky Shaw by Samuel L. Leiter

Gionfriddo's play, which runs nearly two and a half hours, is directed with finely calibrated control by Trip Cullman. It's a tart, unsettling, and often wickedly funny examination of the em…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 2:10pm on April 10, 2026[SHARE]

2026 Tony eligibility: Ebon Moss-Bachrach jumps to Featured Actor race for 'Dog Day Afternoon' by Sam Eckmann

Every Brilliant Thing and Giant were also discussed at the third eligibility meeting of the 2025-26 Broadway season.

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 6:15pm on April 9, 2026[SHARE]

City of Asylum rehires Andrés Franco as its executive director by Samuel Long / Pittsburgh Post-gazette

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SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 4:00am on March 30, 2026[SHARE]

Giant by Samuel L. Leiter

It doesn't matter that this debate never took place because, aside from an overly contrived moment regarding Jessie's copy of Dahl's review, it's plausible enough to believe in, and it makes…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 2:03pm on March 27, 2026[SHARE]

'Beetlejuice,' 'The Lion King' and 'Phantom of the Opera'' part of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's 2026-27 season by Samuel Long / Pittsburgh Post-gazette

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SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 3:10pm on March 24, 2026[SHARE]

'My Joy Is Heavy' Review: Hope and Horror Live in the Same House by Brittani Samuel

A full-scale production of the Bengsons' deeply personal memoir musical is delivered via anthemic songs and remnants of home.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:42am on March 18, 2026[SHARE]
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