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Friday, May 9, 2025

Audra McDonald Talks to Gavin Creel Every Night Before Gypsy by Andrew Gans

She made history as the most Tony-nominated performer of all time, but "Rose's Turn" still "takes everything" out of her.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Marg Horwell Says The Picture of Dorian Gray's Most Impressive Quick Change Is One Audiences Don't See by Andrew Gans

The set and costume designer picked up two Tony nominations for her work in the play starring Sarah Snook.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Lana Gordon Sets Return to Broadway's Hadestown by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning Best Musical continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

London Hamilton Will Welcome New Cast This Summer by Andrew Gans

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s long-running West End hit continues at the Victoria Palace.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Michael Fabisch, Jackie Burns, Rob McClure, Savy Jackson Will Lead Muny Dear Evan Hansen by Andrew Gans

Rob Ruggiero will direct the Tony-winning musical at the 2025 Tony-winning Regional Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM

Tituss Burgess, Donna Murphy, Savion Glover, Nathan Lee Graham, More Will Be Presenters at Chita Rivera Awards by Andrew Gans

Stephen Schwartz will present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Ben Vereen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM
Thursday, May 8, 2025

Cast and Creative Team Set for La Jolla Playhouse World Premiere of Indian Princesses by Andrew Gans

Miranda Cornell will direct Eliana Theologides Rodriguez's new play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:51PM

David Harewood, Toby Jones, Caitlin FitzGerald Will Lead West End Revival of Othello by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Tom Morris will direct the Shakespeare classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Olivier Winner Griff Rhys Jones Will Return to the West End in I'm Sorry, Prime Minister by Andrew Gans

Clive Francis will co-star in Jonathan Lynn's comedy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Video: Nicole Scherzinger, Joy Woods, Caroline Bowman, More Perform at Starry Entertainment Community Fund Gala by Andrew Gans

Michael Urie hosted the evening, which honored Denzel Washington, James L. Nederlander, and Ariana DeBose.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:39AM

NSYNC's Joey Fatone Hosts & Juliet Broadway Sing-Along May 8 by Andrew Gans

The long-running, hit jukebox musical continues at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Broadway Bets Sets Return to Sardi's by Andrew Gans

The Broadway Cares fundraiser features a poker tournament for all levels and other casino games.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:05PM

Watch Gavin Creel Perform 'As If We Never Said Goodbye,' 'How Glory Goes,' More From Final Solo Performance by Andrew Gans

The Cabaret in Indianapolis is honoring the memory of the beloved favorite via video from his 2024 concert engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Melvin Gray Jr. to Share Title Role in MJ the Musical With Jordan Markus by Andrew Gans

The touring production of the Broadway hit is currently playing the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:44PM

Take a Look at Current Cast of London's Matilda the Musical by Andrew Gans

Based on the Roald Dahl novel, Matilda features a score by Tim Minchin and a Tony Award-winning book by Dennis Kelly.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Darren Criss, Megan Hilty, Nicole Scherzinger Will Perform at Family Equality Benefit by Andrew Gans

Night at the Pier will celebrate a decade of marriage equality with additional appearances by Demi Moore, Cole Escola, and Bill T. Jones.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli Will Return to Off-Broadway's Titanìque Prior to Closing by Andrew Gans

The hit send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic has also extended its run at the Daryl Roth Theatre by two weeks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Jolie Schaffzin Named Publisher of Playbill Magazine by Andrew Gans

The first woman to hold the position, Schaffzin moves into the role after nearly 30 years with the company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Check Out Photos of The Apple Boys Musical at Bucks County Playhouse by Andrew Gans

David Alpert directs Jonothon Lyons and Ben Bonnema's musical at the Pennsylvania venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

West End Transfer of Terence Rattigan's The Deep Blue Sea Begins May 7 by Andrew Gans

Lindsay Posner directs the revival at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42AM
Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Watch Gavin Creel Sing Hamilton's 'You'll Be Back' at Song's 1st Public Performance by Andrew Gans

Lin-Manuel Miranda posted the rare footage of the late, beloved actor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Judy Kaye and Bernard Dotson Will Lead Driving Miss Daisy at Theatre Aspen by Andrew Gans

The Colorado venue has also announced casting for its summer productions of Mamma Mia! and Million Dollar Quartet.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

New Musicals From Nick Blaemire, Ryan Miller, Rebecca Simmonds, Jack Miles Set for Signature's 2025-2026 Season by Andrew Gans

The Arlington, Virginia, venue will also present a reimagined Fiddler on the Roof as well as plays by Miriam Battye and Shayan Lofti.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:48PM

Watch Boop! Tony Nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers Sing 'Help Is on the Way' at Broadway Dream Roles Concert by Andrew Gans

Check out additional highlights from the Broadway Cares fundraiser with Jennifer Holliday, Liz Callaway, Zachary Noah Piser, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Katerina McCrimmon, Paulo Szot, Omar Lopez-Cepero, Daniel Torres Will Lead Muny Evita by Andrew Gans

Josh Rhodes will direct and choreograph the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

World Premiere of Cracked Open Begins Off-Broadway May 6 by Andrew Gans

Gail Kriegel's new play follows a family affected by mental illness.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM

Ali Louis Bourzgui and Myra Molloy Join Cast of Broadway's Hadestown May 6 by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning Best Musical continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Monday, May 5, 2025

See Who's Starring in Reading of Rebel Genius Musical, About a Young Einstein by Andrew Gans

Noah Himmelstein will direct Matthew Puckett's original musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Seth Rudetsky Will Host Tony Awards Watch Party at the Triad by Andrew Gans

The evening of Broadway stories, trivia, and prizes will also be live streamed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

Kit Connor, Paul Mescal, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Helen J Shen, More Are 2025 Theatre World Award Winners by Andrew Gans

Shailene Woodley, Leslie Uggams, and George Clooney will also be celebrated at the June ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre