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Photos: Inside the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors with Laura Osnes & More
by Josh Sharpe - December 18, 2025
New photos have been released from the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony, featuring Laura Osnes, Kelsey Grammer, David Phelps, Carrie Manolakos, and more as well as honoree Michael Crawford. Check them out now.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Kandi Burruss
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
The Stephen Sondheim Theatre stage is getting kandi koated this holiday season. The singer, songwriter, producer, and television icon Kandi Burruss just joined the Broadway cast of & Juliet. Kandi took a break from rehearsals to tell us about the music that puts her in the holiday spirit.
Video: Watch Highlights From FROZEN at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Michael Major - December 18, 2025
Watch new highlights fromPaper Mill Playhouse's Frozen, starring Mary Kate Morrissey (Wicked) as Elsa and Samantha Williams (Pirates! The Penzance Musical) as Anna. The new video features Morrissey singing 'Let It Go.'
Photos: Elaine Hendrix, Jaboukie Young-White, and More at THE 24 HOUR PLAYS ANNUAL GALA
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS presented The 24 Hour Plays 25th Annual Gala, which was held at The Space at Irondale. This annual flagship event featured stars rehearsing and performing new plays in 24 hours. See photos!
Photos: Kelli O'Hara, Steven Pasquale and More in THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY: IN CONCERT
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
MCC Theater presented The Bridges of Madison County: In Concert, an Original Broadway Cast Reunion to benefit MCC Theater. See photos here!
Video: Melissa Errico Shares Holiday Song 'Spring Will Be A Little Late This Year'
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared her new single, a rendition of Frank Loesser’s 1943 ballad, “Spring Will Be A Little Late This Year,” from her forthcoming album. Check out the official music video now.
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda Moderates PERCY JACKSON Event at The Paley Museum
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
On December 17, The Paley Museum hosted the PaleyLive event “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” - An Inside Look at Season 2, featuring a red carpet, screening, and conversation with the cast from the hit Disney+ series, moderated by Broadway's Lin-Manuel Miranda.
We're Hiring! BroadwayWorld Is Seeking Full-Time Video Content Lead
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
If you're a New York City-based theater lover with experience in video production, BroadwayWorld wants you on our team. We're on the hunt for Broadway-savvy  videographers/video content creators to help us cover a wide variety of theatrical events in New York City, including Broadway openings, concerts, press previews, red carpets, and more.
DO I HEAR A WALTZ? Off-Broadway Run Cancelled After Rights Revoked
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company has announced that their rights to the musical Do I Have a Waltz? have been revoked and the company will no longer be presenting the production.
WICKED: FOR GOOD Screenplay Now Available for Free Online
by Josh Sharpe - December 18, 2025
Wicked: For Good fans can now read the official screenplay for the blockbuster film, now playing in theaters. The screenplay offers insights into material that was omitted from the final cut of the film. Find out how to read it now.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/18/2025; Jobs In Development, Production, and More
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/18/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Listen: Carol Kane and Mother Joy Kane Discuss CAROL & JOY Documentary
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
In an episode of the podcast All Of It with Alison Stewart, on WNYC, Carol and Joy Kane discuss their lives together, along with director Nathan Silver, who directed the documentary 'Carol & Joy.' Listen here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 18, 2025- ALL OUT On Broadway First Look and More
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 18, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Roundabout Warns Studio 54 Could Close Without Zoning Relief for Renovations
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
According to a new filing with the New York City Department of City Planning, the discotheque turned Broadway theatre, Studio 54, could face closure within the next two years without zoning relief that would allow Roundabout Theatre Company to fund a long-planned renovation of the historic venue,
Video: Get A New Look At KIMBERLY AKIMBO On Tour Starring Ann Morrison and More
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
The national tour of Kimberly Akimbo has released a new look at the show's national tour, starring Ann Morrison in the title role. Watch the video! A winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, the musical was the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season.
The Broadway League Unveils 2025 League Leadership Award Honorees
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
The Broadway League has announced the recipients of its 2025 League Leadership Awards, honoring Alecia Parker, Allan Williams, Jack Eldon, Encore Community Services, and Project FIND.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Hamish Linklater
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Coming up next at Audible Theater is the world premiere of The Disappear, a new comedy written and directed by BAFTA Award nominee Erica Schmidt. One of its stars is stage and screen veteran Hamish Linklater, who during a break from rehearsals, shared how he gets into the holiday spirit every season. 
Photos: Jon Stewart, Abbi Jacobson and More in ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 17, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers and featuring original music performed by Grammy nominated soul-pop band Lawrence.
Video: Inside the Sound of Broadway's WICKED with Head of Audio Josh Maszle
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
In a new deep dive video from creator Dallas Taylor, Wicked fans can go behind the scenes of the Broadway show with Head of Audio, Josh Maszle. Check it out now.
Matthew Broderick to Star in ULSTER AMERICAN at Irish Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Irish Repertory Theatre will present the American Premiere of Ulster American by David Ireland, directed by Ciarán O’Reilly, and starring Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick.
Jasmine Amy Rogers Named a 2025 Breakout Star by The New York Times
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
On Monday, The New York Times named Tony-nominated Broadway performer Jasmine Amy Rogers one of their “Top 10 Breakout Stars of 2025' in the 'Theater' category.
Photos: MARJORIE PRIME Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - December 17, 2025
Marjorie Prime celebrated its opening night on Broadway at the Hayes Theater. Check out photos from inside the after party festivities here and check out more from the red carpet. 
Review Roundup: A CHRISTMAS STORY Embarks on National Tour
by Stephi Wild - December 17, 2025
The 2025 National Tour of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL launched on November 11, 2025 in Utica, New York. Read the reviews and learn more about the show here!
Video: Kandi Burruss Is Taking Center Stage in & JULIET
by Nicole Rosky - December 17, 2025
Kandi's in the building- the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, that is! Grammy Award winner and Tony Award and Emmy Award nominee Kandi Burruss has returned to the stage, appearing in the Broadway musical & Juliet. She's telling us all about her new gig in this video.
Review Roundup: SPAMALOT Embarks on North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - December 17, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s SPAMALOT is now on its North American Tour. Read the reviews and learn more about the show here!

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