New York City has hundreds of concert venues across the five boroughs. But some of the best live music this…
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In ‘Label•less,’ every monologue is followed by a song. The music always wins
Drew & Lea Lachey's 'Label-less' has a script that stumbles, but vocals too good to miss.
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The 1MC summer bookshop is live. Start with these three
We spend a lot of time thinking about what’s worth your attention. And that goes for books as much as…
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How to get tickets to every 2026 Tony-winning Broadway show
Want tickets to the 2026 Tony-winning Broadway shows? We reviewed every one. Here's where to start.
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‘Freak The Mighty’ has a star-making performance at its center and an identity crisis everywhere else
Cornelius Kittrell shines in Cleveland Play House's world premiere, but this ambitious new musical hasn't yet decided who it's playing…
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The Tony Awards reached America’s living room. Did Broadway make the sale?
We polled three people watching the Tony Awards from a couch in Cleveland. Their verdicts on every nominated musical are…
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My Tony pick for Best Musical may blow up. And I’m weirdly OK with it
Tony Awards predictions 2026: I voted with my gut, now I'm second-guessing. Can 'The Lost Boys' beat 'Schmigadoon!' for Best…
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‘Girl, Interrupted’ has something urgent to say. So why does it feel so distant?
Martyna Majok and Aimee Mann's "Girl, Interrupted" is atmospherically rich but never quite escapes its own narrative remove at the…
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5 regional theater productions worth the trip this June
Considering a summer road trip? Put these five destinations on your radar for live theater and more cultural finds.
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‘And Then the Rodeo Burned Down’ puts clown labor center stage. Xhloe and Natasha have the lighter
Xhloe and Natasha know who does the dangerous work at the rodeo, and who gets the glory. The clown always…
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