Broadway & Live Theater — 2026-11-08
Broadway is entering its holiday season with the highly anticipated opening of the new musical *Wanted* at the James Earl Jones Theatre on November 8. Meanwhile, *Blue Man Group* prepares for a special holiday engagement, and *Other Desert Cities* continues to lead weekly grosses as the industry shifts into festive programming.
Broadway & Live Theater — 2026-11-08
Key Highlights
New Opening: Wanted The most significant event for this weekend is the official opening of Wanted, a new musical inspired by the true story of Mary and Martha Clarke, African-American twin sisters who became Wild West outlaws to settle their mother’s debt. The show, which began previews in October, officially opens today, November 8, 2026, at the James Earl Jones Theatre. Starring Solea Pfeiffer, Liisi LaFontaine, Luke James, and Ledisi, the production features music by Ross Baum and a book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri.
Holiday Schedules Announced BroadwayWorld has released guidance for holiday theatergoers, noting that many shows are adjusting their schedules for the upcoming Christmas week. The article highlights that while some productions take breaks, others offer special matinees and evening performances to accommodate the holiday rush.
Box Office Leader In recent box office news, Other Desert Cities has topped the weekly grosses. While specific figures from the last 24 hours are not detailed in the immediate snippets, the show’s dominance was noted in the week ending November 1, leading the industry with $2,347,158. The industry total for that period was approximately $29.5 million across 33 shows.
Review Spotlight
No new reviews were published in the strict 24-hour window (Nov 6–8) for major new openings, as most critical reviews for Wanted are expected to drop in alignment with its November 8 opening night or shortly thereafter. However, general audience interest remains high for currently running hits like Chess, which has seen steady attendance with recent grosses around $1.0 million per week.
Coming Up
Blue Man Group’s Holiday Surprise The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre will host a new seasonal production, Blue Man Group – A New Holiday Surprise. Performances begin November 12, 2026, with the official opening set for November 17, 2026. The show promises a unique holiday experience featuring classic hits performed on Blue Man Group’s custom instruments.
November Openings November 2026 is packed with new entries. In addition to Wanted, the month features three plays and three musicals opening on Broadway, including works dealing with the Holocaust and Shakespearean themes. Ticketmaster has also highlighted these November picks, urging theatergoers to secure tickets early for the limited-run holiday favorites and new fall openings.
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