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Kristen Chenoweth in "The Queen of Versailles."
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‘The Queen of Versailles’: Even Kristin Chenoweth can’t save this Broadway house of cards
Matthew Wexler Nov 9, 2025 0

Kristin Chenoweth stars in "The Queen of Versailles," a musical as garish and empty as the mansion it depicts.

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Betsy Aidem, Kristolyn Lloyd, Irene Sofia Lucio, Adina Verson, Audrey Corsa, and Susannah Flood in the Broadway production of "Liberation."
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Bess Wohl’s ‘Liberation’ reveals why 70s feminism was more complicated than the sisterhood myth
Lindsay B. Davis Nov 1, 2025 0

Bess Wohl's "Liberation" examines a 1970s women's consciousness-raising group through the eyes of the present day, with an ensemble that…

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Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock in "Little Bear Ridge Road."
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Samuel D. Hunter’s ‘Little Bear Ridge Road’ proves real people aren’t always desperately doing things
Matthew Wexler Oct 30, 2025 0

Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock earn their Tony buzz in "Little Bear Ridge Road," an intimate family drama about the…

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Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz in "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center Theater. Photo by Matthew Murphy.
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‘Ragtime’ returns to Broadway with undeniable urgency and uncomfortable truths
Matthew Wexler Oct 16, 2025 0

The great American musical returns: "Ragtime"'s latest revival proves its message of social justice remains heartbreakingly relevant today.

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Will Harrison as Jacob Dunne in "Punch."
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One punch, two families, and a heart that won’t stop beating
Matthew Wexler Sep 30, 2025 0

Based on Jacob Dunne's memoir, "Punch" transforms one teen's deadly mistake into a powerful meditation on justice, grief, and forgiveness.

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James Corden, Neil Patrick Harris, and Bobby Cannavale in "Art."
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The $300,000 question: Can Neil Patrick Harris & co-stars justify this white canvas comedy?
Matthew Wexler Sep 16, 2025 0

'Art' returns to Broadway with Bobby Cannavale, Neil Patrick Harris, and James Corden in this minimalist comedy about friendship, art,…

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John Lithgow
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John Lithgow heads to Broadway to unleash the real Roald Dahl—and it’s no children’s book
Matthew Wexler Sep 16, 2025 0

John Lithgow stars as Roald Dahl in "Giant," the Olivier-winning play exploring the beloved author's controversial legacy, coming to Broadway…

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Sam Tutty and Christianni Pitts in "Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
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WATCH: Broadway’s next hit musical might be about… running errands?
Matthew Wexler Sep 10, 2025 0

A first look at Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts proves small-scale Broadway still packs a punch in "Two Strangers (Carry…

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NYC Broadway Week highlights
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5 picks to make the most out of NYC Broadway Week
Matthew Wexler Aug 20, 2025 0

1 Minute Critic lends a helping hand with our recommendations for NYC Broadway Week, when theatergoers can snag 2-for-1 tickets.

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"Jeff Ross: Take a Banana for the Ride." Photo by Emilio Madrid.
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Roastmaster Jeff Ross offers a sentimental simmer in his Broadway debut
Matthew Wexler Aug 18, 2025 0

Expecting savage roasts? Jeff Ross delivers heartfelt family tales instead in his Broadway show. A gentler side of the Roastmaster…

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"Limelight" author Andrew Keenan-Bolger.
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Andrew Keenan-Bolger on ‘Limelight,’ chosen family & why “give in to love, or live in fear” still lands
Matthew Wexler Mar 26, 2026
Zabryna Guevara in "Public Charge" at The Public Theater.
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‘Public Charge’ reclaims what diplomacy looks like, while we still remember
Jerry Portwood Mar 25, 2026
"One Word, Six Letters" book cover by Adib Khorram.
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Adib Khorram’s ‘One Word, Six Letters’ asks who bears the weight of a single moment
Matthew Wexler Mar 24, 2026
Jasmine Amy Rogers and the cast of New York City Center Encores! "The Wild Party."
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‘The Wild Party’ gets a sharp new vision. The old problems remain.
Laura Zornosa Mar 22, 2026
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