Top 25 Theatre Magazines in 2024

1. Playbill

Playbill Magazine, a cornerstone of the theatre community since 1884, is a trusted resource for Broadway and Off-Broadway news, reviews, and listings. Distributed at theatres across the United States, Playbill is synonymous with the vibrant world of performing arts. The magazine offers exclusive content, including behind-the-scenes features, interviews with theatre luminaries, and comprehensive coverage of current and upcoming shows. Playbill also extends its reach through digital platforms and its app, Playbill Passport, ensuring theatre lovers stay connected to the latest happenings.
Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine playbill.com
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Publisher Playbill Inc.
Facebook Followers 468.1KTwitter Followers 397.1KInstagram Followers 849K Frequency 17 posts / day Domain Authority 82 Get Email Contact

2. American Theatre

American Theatre is a quarterly publication established in 1984 by the Theatre Communications Group, offering comprehensive coverage of the American non-profit theatre sector. With a legacy starting from its first issue featuring playwright Sam Shepard, the magazine delves into theatrical trends, events, and legislative impacts on the arts. Notably, American Theatre features the full scripts of new American plays and significant global productions. The online platform, AmericanTheatre.org, supplements the magazine with daily updates, exclusive multimedia content, and archived issues accessible to subscribers.
Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine americantheatre.org
Subscribe Print American Theatre
Publisher Theatre Communications Group
Facebook Followers 112.8KTwitter Followers 24.3KInstagram Followers 7.3K Frequency 4 posts / week Domain Authority 62 Get Email Contact

3. Limelight » Theatre

Limelight Magazine is a premier Australian publication focusing on music, arts, and culture. Established in 1976 and formerly published by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, it is now independently owned by Limelight Arts Media. The magazine offers in-depth articles, reviews, interviews, and event guides, catering to a diverse audience interested in the performing arts. Under the leadership of CEO Cara Anderson and Editor Jo Litson, Limelight has earned accolades for its high-quality editorial content and contemporary focus. With both digital and print editions, Limelight continues to be an authoritative voice in the arts community.
Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine limelight-arts.com.au
Subscribe Print Limelight
Publisher Limelight Arts Media Pty Ltd
Facebook Followers 21KTwitter Followers 43 Frequency 7 posts / week Domain Authority 48 Get Email Contact

4. Dramatics Magazine

Dramatics.org is the official online platform of the International Thespian Society (ITS), dedicated to middle and high school theatre students. As a publication of the Educational Theatre Association, it offers a wealth of resources for budding thespians. Readers can explore articles on acting, directing, designing, and writing, alongside college and career advice tailored for the theatre arts. The site celebrates the achievements of its vast network of 2.4 million members through stories, tips, and engaging multimedia content, fostering a supportive and informative community for young theatre enthusiasts.
Format Digital
Online Magazine dramatics.org
Publisher Dramatics Magazine Online
Facebook Followers 28.7KTwitter Followers 5.7K Frequency 3 posts / quarter Domain Authority 37 Get Email Contact

5. Boxoffice Pro

Boxoffice Pro, established in 1920, is the premier publication for the theatrical exhibition industry. As the official magazine of the National Association of Theatre Owners, it offers in-depth analysis of industry trends, executive profiles, and exclusive financial forecasts. Following its merger with Film Journal International in 2018, Boxoffice Pro remains the only monthly magazine focused solely on theatrical exhibition on a global scale. This publication serves as an indispensable resource for cinema professionals, providing both print and online content to keep readers informed and ahead of industry developments.
Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine boxofficepro.com
Subscribe Print Boxoffice Pro
Publisher Box Office Media LLC
Facebook Followers 5.6KTwitter Followers 64.2KInstagram Followers 1.3K Frequency 6 posts / week Domain Authority 77 Get Email Contact

6. Plays International & Europe

Plays International & Europe is a distinguished theatre magazine that offers comprehensive coverage of theatre productions in London, the UK, and worldwide. The publication includes in-depth reviews, interviews with notable directors, actors, and technicians, as well as features on theatre history and book reviews. The magazine also emphasizes youth and fringe drama, reporting from major theatre festivals. Plays International & Europe is a vital resource for theatre enthusiasts, providing insightful content on the diverse aspects of the theatrical world.
Format Digital
Online Magazine playsinternational.org.uk
Publisher Plays International & Europe
Twitter Followers 218 Frequency 6 posts / week Domain Authority 21 Get Email Contact

7. Intermission Magazine

Intermission Magazine is an online performing arts publication based in Toronto, Ontario, originally founded by The Company Theatre. It aims to enrich the performing arts experience through insightful essays, industry stories, interviews, and reviews. The magazine features contributions from notable figures such as Publisher Suzanne Cheriton, Digital Manager and Co-founder Janice Peters Gibson, and Senior Editor Aisling Murphy. By partnering with Canadian performing arts organizations, Intermission supports its editorial independence and maintains a vibrant dialogue within the arts community.
Format Digital
Online Magazine intermissionmagazine.ca
Publisher Intermission Arts & Culture Group
Facebook Followers 2.5KTwitter Followers 4.2KInstagram Followers 2.6K Frequency 8 posts / week Domain Authority 39 Get Email Contact

8. Broadway World

BroadwayWorld, launched in 2003 by Wisdom Digital Media, is the leading theatre site on the internet, offering extensive coverage of Broadway, the West End, and regional theatre across 100 US cities and 45 countries. With over six million monthly visitors, the site features up-to-date news, interviews, photo and video content, reviews, and interactive message boards. BroadwayWorld also introduced numerous innovations like the Theatre Shop and Online Education. The site is guided by editorial principles emphasizing accuracy, originality, and inclusivity, ensuring high-quality and diverse content for theatre enthusiasts globally.
Format Digital
Online Magazine broadwayworld.com
Publisher Wisdom Digital Media
Facebook Followers 333.1KTwitter Followers 354.8KInstagram Followers 487.9K Frequency 4 posts / week Domain Authority 86 Get Email Contact

9. Slug Magazine

Salt Lake UnderGround
Format Digital
Online Magazine slugmag.com
Publisher Slug Magazine
Frequency 2 posts / quarter Domain Authority 53 Get Email Contact

10. Total Theatre

Total Theatre
Format Digital
Online Magazine totaltheatre.org.uk
Publisher Total Theatre
Facebook Followers 3.1KTwitter Followers 3.2KInstagram Followers 1.3K Frequency 2 posts / month Domain Authority 37 Get Email Contact

11. Musicals Magazine

Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine musicalsmagazine.com
Subscribe Print Musicals Magazine
Publisher MA Education & Music Ltd
Facebook Followers 665Twitter Followers 1.3KInstagram Followers 1.4K Frequency 4 posts / day Domain Authority 12 Get Email Contact

12. The African Theatre Magazine

Theatre News & Updates
Format Digital
Online Magazine theafricantheatremagazine.com
Publisher The African Theatre Magazine
Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 8 Get Email Contact

13. London Theatre

Format Digital
Online Magazine londontheatre.co.uk
Publisher LondonTheatre.co.uk
Frequency 6 posts / day Domain Authority 65 Get Email Contact

14. BOMB Magazine » Theatre

Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine bombmagazine.org
Subscribe Print BOMB Magazine
Publisher New Art Publications, Inc.
Facebook Followers 66.7KTwitter Followers 56.8KInstagram Followers 46.5K Frequency 10 posts / day Domain Authority 62 Get Email Contact

15. StageWhispers

Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine stagewhispers.com.au
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Publisher StageWhispers
Twitter Followers 4.9KInstagram Followers 2K Frequency 3 posts / day Domain Authority 45 Get Email Contact

16. Drama & Theatre Magazine

Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine dramaandtheatre.co.uk
Subscribe Print Drama & Theatre Magazine
Publisher Mark Allen Group
Twitter Followers 5.9K Frequency 4 posts / day Domain Authority 25 Get Email Contact

17. The Dramatist

Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine dramatistsguild.com
Subscribe Print The Dramatist
Publisher Dramatists Guild Of America, Inc.
Facebook Followers 12.1K Frequency 4 posts / day Domain Authority 49 Get Email Contact

18. Stage Directions

Projection, Lights and Staging News
Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine plsn.com
Subscribe Print Stage Directions
Publisher Stage Directions
Facebook Followers 21.8K Frequency 2 posts / month Domain Authority 45 Get Email Contact

19. Stage Magazine

STAGE Magazine, founded by Holley Webster in 1976, is a prominent source of theatre news, originally distributed in Philadelphia theatres. Transitioning from a beloved paper-based newsletter to a digital platform under the leadership of Patricia Bradford, it now serves not only the Philadelphia region but has expanded its reach to Florida. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, STAGE Magazine continues its legacy of supporting the theatre community with up-to-date news, reviews, and production listings.
Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine stagemagazine.org
Subscribe Print Stage Magazine
Publisher Stage Magazine
Facebook Followers 3.8KTwitter Followers 804 Domain Authority 23 Get Email Contact

20. IRISH THEATRE MAGAZINE

Format Digital
Online Magazine itmarchive.ie
Publisher IRISH THEATRE MAGAZINE
Domain Authority 24 Get Email Contact

21. Plays Magazine

Format Digital
Online Magazine playsmagazine.com
Publisher Plays Magazine
Facebook Followers 226 Domain Authority 23 Get Email Contact

22. Theater Magazine

Format Digital and Print
Online Magazine theatermagazine.org
Subscribe Print Yale University
Publisher Theater
Domain Authority 26 Get Email Contact

23. Theatre Record

Format Digital
Online Magazine theatrerecord.com
Publisher Theatre Record
Domain Authority 25 Get Email Contact