All stories by Genevieve Rafter Keddy on BroadwayStars

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

N’Kenge reclaims Dorothy Dandridge’s voice in That’s Love! by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Last week, the historic Players Club was aglow with glamour, talent, and anticipation as press and insiders gathered for a private preview of That’s Love!, the dazzling new musical celebra…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Monday, January 26, 2026

Spotlight, Song, and Soul: BroadwayCon 2026 Shines on Day Two by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Day two of BroadwayCon 2026 proved once again why this annual gathering is a sacred ritual for theater lovers. The panels, performances, and reunions served up a mix of nostalgia, star power…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:04AM
Sunday, January 25, 2026

BroadwayCon 2026 Part 2: Six, First Look And Showcase, Rodd Cyrus, Jak Malone and Two Strangers Carry A Cake Across NY by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

One of the highlights of day 1 was BroadwayCon 2026 First Look And Showcase at the Palladium Times Square starring Sam Tutty, Telly Leung, Christiani Pitts, Kyle Scatliffe, Clay Singer, Jere…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Saturday, January 24, 2026

BroadwayCon 2026 Part 1: Star-Studded First Looks, Legendary Panels, and a Masquerade to Remember by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The first day of BroadwayCon 2026 opened like a well-timed curtain rise — full of energy, sparkle, and the kind of Broadway magic that only happens when fandom and artistry collide. Held a…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:04AM
Monday, December 15, 2025

Joe Iconis and Family’s Twisted Holiday Extravaganza Returns to 54 Below by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Joe Iconis and his delightfully unhinged gang of musical theater punks are back at 54 Below, decking the halls (and every square inch of the venue) with their riotous holiday tradition. Now …

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:01AM
Friday, November 14, 2025

Inside The York Theatre’s 33rd Annual Oscar Hammerstein Awards Gala by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Broadway’s brightest gathered for a dazzling evening of song and celebration as The York Theatre Company honored theatrical royalty at its annual gala. The night paid tribute to four-time …

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Monday, November 10, 2025

Queen of Versailles Opening Night by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Opening night at Queen of Versailles and the celebrity guests included Annaleigh Ashford Francois Arnaud Sara Bareilles Jason Robert Brown David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris Shayok Misha C…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:02AM
Friday, October 24, 2025

N’Kenge Showcases Spotlight! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Singer and producer N’Kenge conceived and stars in the musical Spotlight! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical, a show that has been in development since at least 2022 and recently had industry…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Royalty Meets the Press for The Queen of Versailles With Broadway’s Kristin Chenoweth and Film Legend F. Murray Abraham Royalty by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Flashbulbs popped and excitement swirled on West 44th Street this afternoon as Broadway royalty gathered outside the St. James Theatre. With her trademark sparkle, Kristin Chenoweth stood ar…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:05AM
Saturday, August 2, 2025

Broadway in Bryant Park: Disney Day by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Bryant Park hosted a Disney on Broadway day as part of their Broadway in Bryant Park series. The free lunchtime performances were held on the Bryant Park lawn, with the lawn opening at 11 am…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Monday, July 14, 2025

Performances at Week 1 of Broadway at Bryant Park by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

We posted about Broadway in Bryant Park in pictures. Now we have the video’s. First up  & Juliet. Click here due to copyright. BOOP! The Musical Click here due to copyright and Jas…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:01AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025

Broadway in Bryant Park Week #1 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant Park kicked off its 2025 season, bringing the best of Broadway to give New Yorkers and tourists alike free performances, every Thursday in July. The Brya…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Photos: THE IMAGINARY INVALID Opens at New World Stages by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The stars came out for Mark Linn-Baker & Sarah Stiles led IMAGINARY INVALID: Stephen Moyer, Carrie Preston, Michael Emerson, Lewis Black, Steven Boyer, Stephen DeRosa, Santino Fontana, Chad …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:14PM
Tuesday, June 3, 2025

The Drama Desk Awards, Red Carpets and Interviews Part 2 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards were held last night at NYU Skirball.Check out part 1 here. Here are the interviews from the press room. Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play: Sarah Snook…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:05AM
Wednesday, May 28, 2025

New Dramatists Spring Gala Honors Tina Landau and Idina Menzel by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

New Dramatists held its star-studded spring gala yesterday at the New York Marriott Marquis, where the organization honored two powerhouse women of the American stage—Tina Landau and Idina…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 02:55AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2025

You are There On The Red Carpet and The Show For The Chita Rivera Awards by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The 2025 Chita Rivera Awards was held on Monday night May 19 at NYU Skirball, honoring excellence in dance and choreography across stage and screen. The awards honored Ben Vereen with a Life…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:04AM
Sunday, May 18, 2025

The Drama League Awards and You Are There by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The best of Broadway gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. The ceremony recognizes both Broadway and Off-Broadway achievements this seaso…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:05AM
Saturday, March 22, 2025

LaTanya Richardson is Honored With Her Portrait at Sardi’s by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Tony Award-nominated actress and director LaTanya Richardson Jackson, currently back on Broadway starring in the explosive new play Purpose, was honored with the unveiling of her Sardi’s c…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM
Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Photo Coverage: Laura Osnes, Liz Callaway & More Preview Shows at Feinstein's/54 Below by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Earlier today, Feinstein's54 Below welcomed five-time Grammy-nominated ambassador of the Great American Songbook Michael Feinstein August 6-23 Tony award nominee Liz Callaway June 12-15 Tony…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:32PM

Photo Coverage: Backstage at BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: 1965 & 1978 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The Town Hall presented Broadway By The Year Broadway Musicals of 1965 and 1978 on Monday, May 20 at 8pm. Check out the photos from backstage

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Photo Coverage: Ethan Slater, Betsy Wolfe, and More Perform at BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: 1965 & 1978 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The Town Hall presented Broadway By The Year Broadway Musicals of 1965 and 1978 on Monday, May 20 at 8pm. Check out the photos from the performance

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM
Monday, May 20, 2019

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at the 2019 Chita Rivera Awards Arrivals by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The 2019 Chita Rivera Awards were presented last night, May 19, 2019 at 730pm at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out the photos bel…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:42AM
Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Photo Coverage: Inside the 2019 New York Drama Critics Awards Presentation and Reception by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The New York Drama Critics' Circle recently announced their 2019 winners.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:03AM
Saturday, May 11, 2019

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at STARS IN THE ALLEY by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

This year's Stars in the Alley concert was held on May 10. Hosted by Alex Brightman, the celebration included performances and appearances by 2019 Tony Award-nominated performers including C…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Photo Coverage: Stars From HADESTOWN, TOOTSIE, BEETLEJUICE, and More Perform at STARS IN THE ALLEY by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

This year's Stars in the Alley concert was held on May 10. Hosted by Alex Brightman, the celebration included performances and appearances by 2019 Tony Award-nominated performers including C…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM
Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Photo Coverage: Inside the New York Pops 36th Birthday Gala Celebration by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Tony winner and Grammy nominee Lena Hall and platinum-selling artist Ingrid Michaelson joined The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, for its 36th Birthday Gal…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

Photo Coverage: Lena Hall, Ingrid Michaelson, and More Appear at The New York Pops 36th Birthday Gala Concert by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Tony winner and Grammy nominee Lena Hall and platinum-selling artist Ingrid Michaelson joined The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, for its 36th Birthday Gal…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM
Monday, April 15, 2019

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of BENNY AND JOON, Starring Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Elless, and More at Paper Mill Playhouse by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Paper Mill Playhouse presents the East Coast premiere of Benny amp Joon with book by Kirsten Guenther, music by Nolan Gasser, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, based on the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer moti…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:06AM
Sunday, March 31, 2019

Photo Coverage: Mandy Gonzalez Plays NJPAC by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

On Saturday Night, March 30, 2019, Mandy Gonzalez KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE BALLPARK twice, with 2 performances at NJPAC'S Chase Room. The room was SRO full of fans, family and friends for the d…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:29PM
Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Photo Coverage: Robert Cuccioli, Jill Paice & More Sing the Musicals of 1943 & 1951 at BROADWAY BY THE YEAR by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The Town Hall just presentedBroadway By The Year Broadway Musicals of 1943 and 1951 last night, March 25th at 8pm. Created, written, hosted and directed by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall, th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:50PM
Sunday, March 17, 2019

Photo Coverage: Gingold Theatrical Group's GOLDEN SHAMROCK GALA Honors Stephen Schwartz by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Gingold Theatrical Group held its Golden Shamrock Gala 2019, honoring humanitarian and award-winning creator of Godspell, Pippin, and Wicked, Stephen Schwartz, on Saturday, March 16th at 3 W…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:34PM

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2025-2026 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 12, 2025: Call Me Izzy - Studio 54
Sep 16, 2025: Art - Music Box Theatre
Oct 08, 2025: Beetlejuice - Palace Theatre
Nov 13, 2025: Oedipus - Studio 54
Nov 16, 2025: Chess - Imperial Theatre
Mar 23, 2026: Giant - Music Box Theatre
Apr 06, 2026: Becky Shaw - Hayes Theater
Apr 16, 2026: Proof - Booth Theatre
Apr 26, 2026: Drama Desk Cut-Off