Broadway & Live Theater — 2026-09-13
Broadway’s fall season is heating up with major star debuts and new musicals, while the hit jukebox musical *& Juliet* prepares to close its run. Recent coverage highlights the high-profile openings of Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Rosamund Pike, alongside a preview of the diverse lineup arriving in New York this autumn.
Broadway & Live Theater — 2026-09-13
Key Highlights
The Broadway landscape for the 2026-2027 season is defined by a mix of high-profile closures and ambitious new openings. Most notably, the popular jukebox musical & Juliet is set to conclude its Broadway run, marking the end of an era for the show that reimagined Shakespeare’s classic tale.
Simultaneously, the industry is buzzing with anticipation for upcoming star-driven productions. Julia Louis-Dreyfus is making her highly anticipated Broadway debut, joining a roster of talent that includes Billy Crystal, Bradley Whitford, Raul Esparza, and Tom Hiddleston in various fall projects. The New York Daily News recently highlighted ten exciting shows opening this fall, noting the significant draw of these "star names" as Broadway fires up for the new season.
Review Spotlight
While specific reviews from the last 24 hours were limited in the search results, the most talked-about current production remains & Juliet, which is currently playing through September 13, 2026. Chrissy Metz, known for her role in This Is Us, has been making her Broadway debut as Angélique in the production during its final weeks. The show’s impending closure has generated significant buzz among theatergoers looking to catch the final performances.
Another production drawing attention is School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play by Jocelyn Bioh, which is currently in previews and scheduled to open on September 28, 2026. Critics are noting its "buoyant and biting" exploration of teenage girlhood across the globe.
Coming Up
The fall preview period offers a robust schedule of new plays and musicals. Key upcoming dates include:
- Inter Alia: Starring Rosamund Pike, this new drama about a London Crown Court judge is set to have its first preview on November 10, 2026, with an official opening on December 1, 2026, at the Music Box Theatre.
- Now You See Me Live: Based on the Lionsgate film series, this magic spectacular will open at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on November 11, 2026, following runs in Australia, Singapore, and London's West End.
- Other Desert Cities: The first Broadway revival of Jon Robin Baitz’s Tony Award-winning play is slated for the Hudson Theatre, telling the story of a politically connected family navigating devastating secrets.
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