Broadway
‘EVERY BRILLIANT THING’ Catch Daniel Radcliffe’s captivating performance in this uplifting solo show that joyfully explores life’s countless beauties, inviting optional audience participation for a truly unique experience. Written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and co-directed by Macmillan and Jeremy Herrin, it’s a must-see at the Hudson Theater from February 21 to May 24.
‘DEATH OF A SALESMAN’ Arthur Miller’s enduring masterpiece, ‘Death of a Salesman,’ returns to Broadway with an all-star cast. Nathan Lane takes on the iconic role of Willy Loman, a struggling salesman haunted by his past, while Laurie Metcalf portrays his steadfast wife, Linda. Directed by Joe Mantello, this powerful revival runs from March 6 to June 14 at the Winter Garden Theater.
‘DOG DAY AFTERNOON’ Stephen Adly Guirgis brings the gritty and absurd spirit of Sidney Lumet’s 1975 film ‘Dog Day Afternoon’ to the stage. Featuring ‘The Bear’ stars Jon Bernthal as Sonny (the Al Pacino role) and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Sal, this adaptation promises a wild ride. Rupert Goold directs, playing at the August Wilson Theater from March 10 to July 12.
‘GIANT’ John Lithgow delivers an Olivier Award-winning performance as children’s author Roald Dahl in Mark Rosenblatt’s gripping biodrama, ‘Giant.’ Set in 1983, the play confronts Dahl’s controversial antisemitic views and his publishers’ attempts at damage control. Nicholas Hytner directs this best-play winner, running at the Music Box Theater from March 11 to June 28.
‘BECKY SHAW’ Madeline Brewer (‘The Handmaid’s Tale’) stars in Gina Gionfriddo’s sharp relationship comedy, ‘Becky Shaw.’ What starts as an innocent first date, arranged by well-meaning newlyweds Lauren Patten and Patrick Ball, quickly spirals into hilarious chaos. With Alden Ehrenreich and Linda Emond also in the cast, Trip Cullman directs this production at the Helen Hayes Theater from March 18 to June 14.
‘CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL’ Witness a revolutionary reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Cats’ in ‘The Jellicle Ball,’ starring André De Shields as Old Deuteronomy. This Obie Award-winning production, directed by Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch with choreography by Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons, transports the classic to the vibrant queer ballroom subculture. Previews begin March 18 at the Broadhurst Theater.
‘THE FEAR OF 13’ Adrien Brody leads ‘The Fear of 13,’ a powerful new drama based on the 2015 David Sington documentary. Brody reprises his critically acclaimed London role as a death-row inmate fighting for his innocence. Written by Lindsey Ferrentino and directed by David Cromer, with Tessa Thompson (‘Hedda’) also starring, this compelling play runs from March 19 to July 12 at the James Earl Jones Theater.
‘THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW’ Get ready to do the ‘Time Warp’ again with a vibrant revival of Richard O’Brien’s queer musical classic, ‘The Rocky Horror Show.’ Luke Evans stars as the iconic Frank-N-Furter, leading a dynamic cast including Andrew Durand, Stephanie Hsu, Amber Gray, and Juliette Lewis. Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton directs this cult favorite from March 26 to June 21 at Studio 54.
‘TITANíQUE’ After a smash downtown run, ‘Titaníque,’ the hilarious jukebox-musical parody of James Cameron’s ‘Titanic,’ sails onto Broadway. Featuring the legendary songs of Celine Dion, who also narrates in fictional form, Marla Mindelle stars as Dion alongside Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande, and Constantine Rousouli. Directed by Tye Blue, this fun-filled show plays at the St. James Theater from March 26 to July 12.
‘BEACHES’ The beloved tear-jerker ‘Beaches’ comes to life as a new musical, starring Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett as the unforgettable lifelong friends. Based on Iris Rainer Dart’s novel, this production features music by Mike Stoller and lyrics by Dart. Directed by Lonny Price and Matt Cowart, ‘Beaches’ is set to tug at heartstrings at the Majestic Theater from March 27 to September 6.
‘FALLEN ANGELS’ Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara headline Noël Coward’s sparkling 1925 comedy, ‘Fallen Angels.’ They play two married women whose shared former lover, portrayed by Mark Consuelos, unexpectedly arrives in town, leading to a night of comic revelry and copious drinks. Directed by Scott Ellis, with a glamorous set by David Rockwell, this production runs from March 27 to June 7 at the Todd Haimes Theater.
‘THE LOST BOYS’ Joel Schumacher’s cult classic ‘The Lost Boys’ gets a musical makeover! Shoshana Bean (‘Hell’s Kitchen’) stars as the mom who moves her adolescent boys to a beach town plagued by teen vampires. With music and lyrics by the Rescues and a book by David Hornsby and Chris Hoch, this exciting new musical is directed by Tony winner Michael Arden, starting March 27 at the Palace Theater.
‘JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE’ August Wilson’s acclaimed masterpiece, ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,’ returns in a powerful revival directed by Debbie Allen. Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer star as Bertha and Seth, who run a Pittsburgh boardinghouse in 1911, a hub for characters searching for identity and connection in a post-slavery America. This essential play runs from March 30 to July 12 at the Barrymore Theater.
‘THE BALUSTERS’ Don’t miss the world premiere of David Lindsay-Abaire’s latest comedy, ‘The Balusters.’ This sharp play explores neighborhood disputes over architectural details and stop signs, featuring an ensemble cast including Marylouise Burke, Anika Noni Rose, and Richard Thomas. Directed by Kenny Leon, it promises witty observations at the Samuel J. Friedman Theater from March 31 to May 24.
‘PROOF’ Ayo Edebiri (‘The Bear’) makes her highly anticipated Broadway debut in Thomas Kail’s revival of David Auburn’s Pulitzer-winning drama, ‘Proof.’ She stars as Catherine, the grieving daughter of a brilliant but troubled mathematician, portrayed by Don Cheadle. This insightful play also features Jin Ha and Samira Wiley, running from March 31 to July 19 at the Booth Theater.
‘SCHMIGADOON!’ The charming musical comedy series ‘Schmigadoon!’ gets its stage debut, bringing its delightful parody of Golden Age musicals to life. Alex Brightman and Sara Chase lead as Josh and Melissa, a modern couple who find themselves trapped in a world where everyone bursts into song. Featuring reprised roles by Ann Harada, Brad Oscar, and Ana Gasteyer, directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli, this production runs from April 4 to September 6 at the Nederlander Theater.
Off Broadway
‘WHAT WE DID BEFORE OUR MOTH DAYS’ Explore themes of family and hidden lives in ‘What We Did Before Our Moth Days,’ a new play by Wallace Shawn. Directed by his longtime collaborator André Gregory, this intriguing production stars Hope Davis, Maria Dizzia, John Early, and Josh Hamilton, running through April 26 at the Greenwich House Theater.
‘BIGFOOT!’ Get ready for laughs with ‘Bigfoot!,’ a new musical comedy from Amber Ruffin, Kevin Sciretta, and David Schmoll. Grey Henson stars as the furry, eight-foot-tall mythical creature in a plot filled with corrupt politicians. Danny Mefford directs and choreographs this fun show, playing through April 26 at New York City Center Stage I.
‘NIGHT SIDE SONGS’ Brothers Daniel and Patrick Lazour present their new folk musical, ‘Night Side Songs,’ a poignant exploration of music’s healing power. Directed by Taibi Magar and featuring Mary Testa among the Lincoln Center Theater cast, this production runs through March 29 at the Claire Tow Theater.
‘COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE’ Ro Reddick’s captivating play with music, ‘Cold War Choir Practice,’ returns after a successful downtown run. Set in upstate New York, it follows 10-year-old Meek as she navigates family life and fears of nuclear war. Featuring many original cast members including Grace McLean and Suzzy Roche, Knud Adams directs this MCC Theater production from February 21 to March 29.
‘BUGHOUSE’ Visionary director Martha Clarke brings ‘Bughouse’ to the stage, a new piece inspired by the enigmatic outsider artist Henry Darger. With text adapted by Pulitzer winner Beth Henley and starring performance artist John Kelly, this unique production runs from February 24 to March 29 at the Vineyard Theater.
‘MY JOY IS HEAVY’ Abigail and Shaun Bengson present ‘My Joy Is Heavy,’ a deeply personal new music theater piece inspired by their experience with pregnancy loss. Directed by Rachel Chavkin, this moving show runs from February 25 to April 5 at the New York Theater Workshop.
‘ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL)’ Anna Ziegler’s modern reimagining of Sophocles’ tragedy, ‘Antigone (This Play I Read in High School),’ makes its world premiere. Susannah Perkins stars in the title role, alongside Tony Shalhoub as Creon and Celia Keenan-Bolger as the Chorus. Directed by Tyne Rafaeli, this thought-provoking play runs from February 26 to March 22 at the Public Theater.
‘ULSTER AMERICAN’ Matthew Broderick returns to the Irish Rep stage in David Ireland’s sharp satire, ‘Ulster American.’ Broderick plays Jay Conway, an American movie star whose ignorant antics clash with his English director (Max Baker) and Northern Irish playwright (Geraldine Hughes). Ciaran O’Reilly directs this incisive comedy, running from March 6 to May 10.
‘TRASH’ ‘Trash,’ a heartwarming comedy about deaf, odd-couple roommates, stars its own authors, James Caverly and Andrew Morrill. Presented primarily in American Sign Language with open captioning, this unique production is directed by Nathaniel P. Claridad and runs from March 7 to 28 at the Perelman Performing Arts Center.
‘MONTE CRISTO’ Experience the swashbuckling adventure of Alexandre Dumas’s ‘Monte Cristo’ in this world premiere musical. With music and lyrics by Peter Kellogg and Stephen Weiner, Adam Jacobs stars as Edmund, alongside Sierra Boggess as Mercedes. Directed by Peter Flynn, this exciting production plays from March 12 to April 5 at the Theater at St. Jean’s.
‘TITUS ANDRONICUS’ Prepare for a brutal and bloody ride with Shakespeare’s ‘Titus Andronicus,’ presented by Red Bull Theater. Patrick Page, known for his chilling performances, plays the vengeful Roman general in this gruesomely violent tragedy. Directed by Jesse Berger, it runs from March 17 to April 19 at the Pershing Square Signature Center.
‘NO SINGING IN THE NAVY’ Milo Cramer’s new musical comedy, ‘No Singing in the Navy,’ offers a witty sendup of classic musicals with a minimalist approach: three actors, one piano, and a tale of sailors on 24-hour leave. Aysan Celik directs this engaging production from March 18 to April 19 at Playwrights Horizons.
‘THE WILD PARTY’ New York City Center Encores! revives Michael John LaChiusa and George C. Wolfe’s jazz-and-vaudeville musical, ‘The Wild Party.’ Set in the decadent 1920s, this production boasts a sparkling cast including Jasmine Amy Rogers, Adrienne Warren, and original star Tonya Pinkins. Lili-Anne Brown directs this limited run from March 18 to 29.
‘SEAGULL: TRUE STORY’ Alexander Molochnikov’s ‘Seagull: True Story’ returns to the Public Theater after a acclaimed limited run. This politically charged, experimental satire blends autobiography with Chekhov and global events, offering a unique and thought-provoking theatrical experience from March 22 to April 26.
‘THE ADDING MACHINE’ Elmer L. Rice’s seminal play, ‘The Adding Machine,’ receives a modern revival with a revised script by Thomas Bradshaw. Starring Sarita Choudhury, Michael Cyril Creighton, Daphne Rubin-Vega, and Jennifer Tilly, this production explores the dehumanizing effects of technology as an accountant is replaced by a machine. Scott Elliott directs from March 24 to May 10 at the Theater at St. Clement’s.
‘KENREX’ Direct from sold-out runs in London, ‘Kenrex’ makes its New York debut. This chilling true-crime thriller, written by and starring Jack Holden (who portrays all characters), tells the story of rural thug Ken Rex McElroy. Ed Stambollouian directs this gripping import, playing from April 15 to June 27 at the Lucille Lortel Theater.
‘HAMLET’ Hiran Abeysekera (‘Life of Pi’) takes on the Prince of Denmark in a fast-paced, comedy-infused staging of Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet.’ This acclaimed London National Theater production, directed by Robert Hastie, comes to Brooklyn as part of BAM’s new partnership, running from April 19 to May 17 at the Harvey Theater.
‘MOBY DICK’ Experience Herman Melville’s epic tale like never before in Robert Wilson’s visually stunning adaptation of ‘Moby Dick.’ Featuring music by singer-songwriter Anna Calvi, this Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus production continues BAM’s tradition of avant-garde theater from April 29 to May 3 at the Howard Gilman Opera House.
‘GIRL, INTERRUPTED’ Susanna Kaysen’s best-selling memoir, ‘Girl, Interrupted,’ is transformed into a compelling play with music by Pulitzer winner Martyna Majok and singer-songwriter Aimee Mann. Jo Bonney directs the world premiere, exploring themes of mental health and autonomy, running from May 13 to June 21 at the Public Theater.
‘I’M ALMOST THERE’ Todd Almond’s unique ‘Odyssey’-inspired musical, ‘I’m Almost There,’ returns for another chance to captivate audiences. This comic-melancholic, surreal, and almost-solo performance, directed by David Cromer, plays from June 9 to 28 at BAM Fisher.
‘LA CAGE AUX FOLLES’ Billy Porter and Wayne Brady lead an all-Black cast in a dazzling revival of the classic 1983 musical comedy, ‘La Cage aux Folles.’ Porter stars as Albin opposite Brady’s Georges in this heartwarming story about family, acceptance, and a show-stopping drag club. Directed by Robert O’Hara, with a book by Harvey Fierstein and score by Jerry Herman, catch it from June 17 to 28 at New York City Center.
Pop, Hip-Hop and Beyond
CARDI B Get ready for the ‘Little Miss Drama Tour’ as rap superstar Cardi B brings her electrifying energy to New York City. Known for her unfiltered lyrics and captivating stage presence, Cardi B will perform hits from her second album, ‘Am I the Drama?’ Don’t miss her at Madison Square Garden on March 25-26 and the Prudential Center in Newark on March 28.
ONEOHTRIX POINT NEVER Experience the mesmerizing electronic soundscapes of Oneohtrix Point Never (Daniel Lopatin) at Pioneer Works. Fresh from his ‘Marty Supreme’ score, Lopatin will present immersive multimedia performances supporting his critically acclaimed 2025 album, ‘Tranquilizer,’ featuring digital-era surrealist visuals by experimental artist Freeka Tet. Catch this unique event on April 29-30 in Red Hook, Brooklyn.
WAXAHATCHEE and MJ LENDERMAN Indie-rock darlings Waxahatchee (Katie Crutchfield) and MJ Lenderman join forces for a co-headlining tour. Known for their lyrically incisive, country-tinged styles, they’ll perform both solo sets and collaborative numbers. Don’t miss this dynamic duo at Brooklyn Paramount on April 19 and the Beacon Theater on April 20.
DILJIT DOSANJH The global ambassador of Punjabi music, Diljit Dosanjh, makes his highly anticipated New York City debut. The Indian musician and actor, known for his fluid style blending traditional Punjabi sounds with hip-hop and collaborations with international stars, will perform at Madison Square Garden on May 24-25.
Classical
AMERICAN MODERN OPERA COMPANY The innovative American Modern Opera Company (AMOC) presents a series of intimate chamber music events this spring. Explore boundary-pushing works that combine storytelling with sonic experimentation, including a new song cycle by Matthew Aucoin (February 28), new works for strings (March 19), and ‘On the Hinge of Modernity’ (April 2), which contrasts 17th-century Venetian composer Dario Castello with 20th-century modernist Luciano Berio. All events take place at the David Rubenstein Atrium, Lincoln Center.
BACH’S ST. MATTHEW PASSION Experience Bach’s monumental ‘St. Matthew Passion’ in a breathtaking, immersive performance at the majestic Cathedral of St. John the Divine. With choirs and orchestras strategically placed to create a surround-sound experience within the Gothic interior, Kent Tritle conducts the Cathedral Choirs and Orchestra, featuring tenors Paul Appleby and Joshua Blue, on March 8.
TRISTAN UND ISOLDE Wagner’s epic ‘Tristan und Isolde’ returns to the Metropolitan Opera in a new production by visionary director Yuval Sharon. Star soprano Lise Davidsen makes her highly anticipated New York debut as Isolde, alongside heldentenor Michael Spyres as Tristan. The Met’s music director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conducts this transporting opera from March 9 to April 2.
THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC Gustavo Dudamel offers a preview of his upcoming tenure with The New York Philharmonic, conducting Beethoven’s revolutionary ‘Eroica’ alongside Frederic Rzewski’s ‘The People United Will Never Be Defeated’ (March 12-15). Later in spring, soprano-conductor Barbara Hannigan delivers a psychologically compelling performance of Francis Poulenc’s one-woman monodrama ‘La Voix Humaine’ (April 24-25). All performances are at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center.
YUNCHAN LIM Piano sensation Yunchan Lim, the 2022 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition winner, brings his captivating artistry to Carnegie Hall. Witness a generational talent crystallize as Lim performs intensely emotional works by Schubert, Chopin, and Schumann on April 24 at Stern Auditorium.
Dance
TILER PECK New York City Ballet principal dancer and choreographer Tiler Peck presents her ambitious second premiere for the company. Set to Lalo’s ‘Symphonie Espagnole,’ this large-scale work for over 30 dancers, featuring solo violinists Hilary Hahn and Tai Murray, debuts at the spring gala on May 7 and runs in repertory through May 28 at the David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center.
JADE MANNS Jade Manns, a rising choreographer and founder of the Pageant performance space, unveils a new, untitled trio. Known for her structured yet mysterious dances, Manns’ latest work features Kalliope Piersol, Noa Rui-Piin Weiss, and Maxi Hawkeye Canion, with sound by Derek Baron. Experience this innovative performance from May 14-16 at Pageant, Brooklyn.
GRAHAM100 Celebrate a century of groundbreaking dance as the Martha Graham Dance Company marks its 100th anniversary. This momentous occasion includes a special season at New York City Center (April 8-12), a two-part PBS documentary, ‘Martha Graham Dance Company: We Are Our Time’ (March 27 & April 3), and a major exhibition, ‘Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance,’ opening May 20 at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center.
MARK MORRIS DANCE GROUP The Mark Morris Dance Group returns to the Brooklyn Academy of Music with two captivating works. Experience the New York premiere of ‘Moon,’ an exploration of the orb’s hold on human imagination, blending Ligeti with American Songbook classics. Also featured is ‘Via Dolorosa,’ a poignant depiction of the stations of the cross to a harp score by Nico Muhly. Performances run from March 26 to 29.
DANCE THEATER OF HARLEM After more than 20 years, Dance Theater of Harlem proudly brings back its iconic 1982 production of ‘Firebird.’ This beloved rendition reinterprets the Russian fairy tale into a vibrant world of orchids and vines, set to Stravinsky’s spectacular score performed live. Don’t miss this dazzling return to the stage from April 16-19 at New York City Center.