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Monday, April 29, 2024

Cast Set for World Premiere of Being Alive: A Sondheim Celebration by Andrew Gans

Robert Kelley will direct the new musical tribute to the late Stephen Sondheim for TheatreWorks Silicon Valley.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Watch 1st Teaser for Broadway Bares: Hit the Strip, Featuring Amber Ardolino and John Juan Mercado by Andrew Gans

The revealing, annual burlesque event raises money for Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM

Tony Yazbeck, Kate Rockwell, Robert Cuccioli, More Will Sing Karaoke Every Wednesday Night in New Musical by Andrew Gans

Chad Austin will direct the industry presentation produced by Rashad V. Chambers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

See Who's Stripping Down With the Skivvies During May NYC Concert by Andrew Gans

Nick Cearley and Lauren Molina lead the evening at Chelsea Table + Stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

The Baker's Wife Revival Will Play London's Menier Chocolate Factory by Andrew Gans

Gordon Greenberg will direct the Stephen Schwartz-Joseph Stein musical with choreography by Matt Cole.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Jac Yarrow, Alex Newell, More Have 'Magic to Do' in 50th Anniversary Pippin Concerts April 29-30 in London by Andrew Gans

Jonathan O'Boyle directs the Stephen Schwartz-Roger O. Hirson musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM

Reading of Larry: The Big-Time Broadway Producer Presented April 29 by Andrew Gans

Joe Mancuso directs the new comedy from Peter Filichia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM

Acting Company Honors Stephen McKinley Henderson at April 29 Gala by Andrew Gans

The Fantastic Journeys event, hosted by Julie White, also celebrates William H. Wright II.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Saturday, April 27, 2024

New Musical The Lonely Few Begins Off-Broadway Performances April 27 by Andrew Gans

The musical at MCC Theater stars Damon Daunno, Taylor Iman Jones, and Tony winner Lauren Patten.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Friday, April 26, 2024

Recipients of Inaugural Dramatists Guild Advocacy Award Revealed by Andrew Gans

The awards will be presented in May at the Guild's annual ceremony at Sony Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

See Who's Starring in Signature Theatre's Where the Mountain Meets the Sea by Andrew Gans

Written by The Morning Show's Jeff Augustin, the Virginia production also features music by The Bengsons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

Immersive Girls Who Walked on Glass Sets Off-Broadway Run by Andrew Gans

Kurt Roediger and Chelsea LeSage will co-direct Gordon Farrell's play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Watch Joy Woods Belt Out The Notebook's 'My Days' on The Kelly Clarkson Show by Andrew Gans

Composer Ingrid Michaelson also chats with host Clarkson about the new Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

The Outsiders Director Danya Taymor on What the Musical Taught Her About Leadership by Andrew Gans

The new Broadway musical based on the classic S.E. Hinton novel recently opened at the Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:05AM

The Outsiders Director Danya Taymor on What She Learned From Her Aunt, Julie Taymor by Andrew Gans

The new Broadway musical based on the classic S.E. Hinton novel recently opened at the Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Listen to Barbra Streisand Sing Haunting New Single, 'Love Will Survive' by Andrew Gans

The song will be heard in Peacock's upcoming event series The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Listen to Barbara Streisand Sing Haunting New Single, 'Love Will Survive' by Andrew Gans

The song will be heard in Peacock's upcoming event series The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM
Thursday, April 25, 2024

The Mayfly, Animated Short Film From Betty Buckley, Will Play Tribeca Festival by Andrew Gans

Created, written, and narrated by Tony winner Buckley, The Mayfly is a love letter to music and New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Christopher Ryan Grant, Van Hughes, Patti Murin, More Will Sing The Ballad of Johnny and June by Andrew Gans

Des McAnuff will direct the world premiere of the new musical at the La Jolla Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Check Out Photos From Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Concert, Featuring Ruthie Ann Miles, Anika Larsen, Jelani Remy, More by Andrew Gans

The free Times Square concert was presented by The Broadway Green Alliance and Times Square Alliance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Heidi Blickenstaff, Aisha de Haas, Beth Malone, Jason Tam, More Set for Switched Musical Reading by Andrew Gans

Nadia DiGiallonardo is the music director for the new musical by Geoffrey Nauffts and Jonatha Brooke.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Bebe Neuwirth to Announce Nominees for 2024 Chita Rivera Awards by Andrew Gans

The annual awards will be presented May 20 at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Tiffany Mann, Aisha Jackson, Nick Rashad Burroughs, More Will Star in Muny Dreamgirls by Andrew Gans

Robert Clater will direct the Tony-nominated musical at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Mauricio Martínez, Florencia Cuenca, More Will Join Jaime Lozano for Unplugged Concert Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

The evening at the Lucille Lortel Theatre will feature acoustic versions of tunes from Lozano's albums.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Video: Watch Wicked's Current Glinda, Alexandra Socha, Perform Stephen Schwartz's 'Popular' by Andrew Gans

Lissa deGuzman, who understudies the role of Elphaba, also belted out "The Wizard and I" at the Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Bernadette Peters to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2024 Chita Rivera Awards by Andrew Gans

Joel Grey will present the award to three-time Tony honoree Peters.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Kyra Kennedy, Marrick Smith, Samantha Massell, More Cast in Paper Mill Beautiful: The Carole King Musical by Andrew Gans

Casey Hushion will direct the Tony-nominated musical at the New Jersey venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Kathleen Turner Will Announce Nominees for 2024 Drama Desk Awards by Andrew Gans

The 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards will be held June 10 at the Skirball Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM

Broadway Bares Reveals Theme for June Return to Hammerstein Ballroom by Andrew Gans

The revealing, annual burlesque event raises money for Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM

Wicked Becomes 10th Longest-Running Production in West End History April 24 by Andrew Gans

The international hit musical continues at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

All that Chat

2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards