Broadway & Live Theater — 2026-08-26
Broadway's box office saw a slight dip as "Paranormal Activity" opened to sold-out audiences at the August Wilson Theatre. Aaron Tveit delivered a standout performance in his final week starring in "Moulin Rouge!" before its closing. The industry also marked the end of several major productions, including "Death of a Salesman" and "Ragtime," earlier in the month.
Broadway & Live Theater — 2026-08-26
Key Highlights
The stage adaptation of Paranormal Activity officially opened on August 25, 2026, at the August Wilson Theatre. According to Deadline, the show immediately sold out, marking a strong start for the new production.
Box office figures for the week ending August 23 showed that the 26 currently running Broadway productions grossed a total of $24,840,816. This represents an approximate 8% decrease from the previous week, with one fewer show on the boards.
In related news, Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit is set to conclude his run in Moulin Rouge! this weekend, August 30. Deadline notes that Tveit has revitalized the production during his tenure in the role of Christian.
Review Spotlight
Vulture published a review of Paranormal Activity on Broadway, noting that while the plot is secondary to the spectacle, the production effectively engages the audience by pushing "baser buttons." The review suggests the play attempts to comment on theology and suburbia, but ultimately prioritizes entertainment value.
Coming Up
BroadwayWorld's daily roundup for August 25 highlighted upcoming theatrical happenings, including a first look at more details regarding Paranormal Activity on Broadway.
Additionally, Broadway News has released an itinerary for the week of August 24, rounding up key industry events for theater professionals and fans.
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