Stage Brief
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Happy Thursday! Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf are taking on Arthur Miller, Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson are making their Broadway debuts, and Harry Potter fans just got a wholesome backstage reunion to brighten your day.
š Openings & Closings
First Look: Anna Ziegler's Antigone (This Play I Read in High School) at the Public
Anna Ziegler's world-premiere play Antigone (This Play I Read in High School) has extended its run at the Public Theater. The production offers a contemporary take on the classic Greek tragedy.
ā Casting & Creatives
Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf Lead Death of a Salesman Revival
Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman returns to Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre, starring Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf alongside Christopher Abbott and Ben Ahlers. Directed by Joe Mantello, the production begins previews March 6, opens April 9, and runs through August 9, 2026.
Adrien Brody & Tessa Thompson Set for Broadway Debuts in The Fear of 13
Two-time Academy Award winner Adrien Brody and Golden Globe Award nominee Tessa Thompson are making their Broadway debuts in Lindsey Ferrentino's The Fear of 13. Directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, this production is based on a documentary and explores the true story of Nick Yarris, who spent decades on death row. What a lineup for a Broadway debut!
The Balusters Cast Announced for Broadway
The cast of The Balusters has been revealed ahead of the production's Broadway debut. The ensemble will bring this new work to the stage, though specific performer names and creative team details were not disclosed in the announcement.
Bob the Drag Queen Makes Broadway Debut in Moulin Rouge!
RuPaul's Drag Race winner Bob the Drag Queen has officially made his Broadway debut as Harold Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The casting marks a notable crossover between drag performance and Broadway's musical theatre tradition.
Emma Hunton, John Krause, and Diana Huey to Star in Millennials Are Killing Musicals
Emma Hunton, John Krause, and Diana Huey have been cast as the leads in Millennials Are Killing Musicals. The trio will headline the upcoming production, though further details about the show's schedule and venue have not yet been announced.
Patrick Stewart to Record Complete Shakespeare Sonnets for Audiobook
Broadway veteran Sir Patrick Stewart is set to record all 154 of William Shakespeare's sonnets for a new audiobook from Simon & Schuster. Releasing digitally on April 7, 2026, this project will also include Stewart's personal reflections, following his popular online sonnet readings from the pandemic.
š Reviews & Buzz
Paddington Musical and Into the Woods Lead 2026 Olivier Nominations
The Paddington Musical and the recent revival of Into the Woods have emerged as frontrunners for the 2026 Olivier Awards, leading the nominations across multiple categories. Both productions earned recognition in major categories, signaling strong competition in London's West End this season.
Live Design Online, Playbill, The Hollywood Reporter
Tom Felton Visits Daniel Radcliffe Backstage at Every Brilliant Thing
Harry Potter stars Tom Felton and Daniel Radcliffe reunited on Broadway when Felton visited his former co-star backstage at Every Brilliant Thing. Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the films, shared photos from the reunion on Instagram with the caption "Broomsticks to Broadway."
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Beaches Musical Box Office Opening Features Stars & Special Ticket Offer
š Today in Broadway History
On this day in 1981, Yip Harburg, the lyricist behind 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' passed away
Did you know that the man who penned the iconic lyrics to 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' from The Wizard of Oz, E.Y. 'Yip' Harburg, left us on this day? Harburg's magic touched many Broadway shows, including the classic Finian's Rainbow.
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