All stories by Andrew Gans on BroadwayStars

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

Watch Sunset Blvd. Tiny Desk Concert Starring Nicole Scherzinger and Tom Francis by Andrew Gans

Jamie Lloyd's revival of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical recently picked up seven 2025 Tony nominations, including Best Revival of a Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM

Video: Watch Mandy Gonzalez Perform Songs From Hamilton, In the Heights, More in Long Island Concert by Andrew Gans

House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert recently premiered on ALL ARTS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Watch Jack Wolfe Perform 'I'm Alive' From Next to Normal PBS Broadcast by Andrew Gans

Great Performances will telecast the recent West End transfer of the Donmar Warehouse production later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Adam Lambert Will Join Cynthia Erivo in Hollywood Bowl Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Gans

The Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical will play a limited engagement at the outdoor Los Angeles venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Cast Complete for Off-Broadway's Joy: A New True Musical, Starring Betsy Wolfe by Andrew Gans

Waitress and & Juliet star Wolfe will lead the stage show about Miracle Mop inventor and businesswoman Joy Mangano.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM
Saturday, May 3, 2025

On May 3, 1960: Record-Breaking The Fantasticks Opens Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

The Harvey Schmidt-Tom Jones musical would go on to play over 17,000 performances at the Sullivan Street Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Friday, May 2, 2025

See Who's Starring in Richard Maltby Jr. and David Shire's About Time at the Goodspeed by Andrew Gans

Maltby will also direct the new revue at the Connecticut venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

Eric William Morris, George Abud, Darlesia Cearcy, George Salazar Cast in Joe Iconis Musical at the Signature by Andrew Gans

Iconis and Gregory S. Moss' The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical begins at the Virginia venue next month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

Mid-Century Modern's Nathan Lee Graham to Receive Judy Icon Award at 13th Annual Night of a Thousand Judys by Andrew Gans

Producer Jeremy Katz will also be honored at the annual Pride concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM

Choreographer Fabian Aloise Found Nicole Scherzinger’s Cheekbones Inspiring in Sunset Blvd. by Andrew Gans

This former ballet dancer is currently making his Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Nicole Scherzinger Edition of Sunset Blvd.: The Album Will Be Released on Vinyl This Summer by Andrew Gans

Jamie Lloyd's revival of the Andrew Lloyd Weber musical recently picked up seven 2025 Tony nominations, including Best Revival of a Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Watch Caissie Levy and Jamie Parker Perform 'You Don't Know/I Am the One' From Next to Normal PBS Broadcast by Andrew Gans

Great Performances will telecast the recent West End transfer of the Donmar Warehouse production later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM