Twelve Days of Christmas: The Full List
by BWW News Desk - December 25, 2025
The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. This year we are featuring some of our favorite members of the 2025 Broadway scene to share their most cherished holiday songs, films, and performances. This year's countdown is sponsored by The Artist, streaming now on the Network.
by BWW News Desk - December 25, 2025
The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. This year we are featuring some of our favorite members of the 2025 Broadway scene to share their most cherished holiday songs, films, and performances. This year's countdown is sponsored by The Artist, streaming now on the Network.
Twelve Days of Christmas: June Squibb
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2025
Legendary stage and screen star June Squibb will spend the holidays on Broadway this year. The actress plays the title character in the Broadway premiere of Marjorie Prime. On opening night, she paused to tell us about which holiday movie she can't live without...
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2025
Legendary stage and screen star June Squibb will spend the holidays on Broadway this year. The actress plays the title character in the Broadway premiere of Marjorie Prime. On opening night, she paused to tell us about which holiday movie she can't live without...
Former THE LION KING Star Imani Dia Smith Has Died at 25
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2025
Imani Dia Smith, who previously starred as Young Nala on Broadway in Disney’s Lion King, has tragically died at the age of 25. Smith was killed by her boyfriend, Jordan Jackson-Small,.
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2025
Imani Dia Smith, who previously starred as Young Nala on Broadway in Disney’s Lion King, has tragically died at the age of 25. Smith was killed by her boyfriend, Jordan Jackson-Small,.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 24, 2025- MAMMA MIA! Posts Its Highest Grosses Yet and More
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2025
Merry Christmas Eve, BroadwayWorld! It is December 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2025
Merry Christmas Eve, BroadwayWorld! It is December 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Interview: Debra Batton on Decades With Circus Oz and Bringing MERRY MAYHEM to New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke with Circus Oz's Debra Batton about performing in New York City at the New Victory Theater this holiday season! Learn more about this holiday show for kids and families and about Batton's life as a performer.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke with Circus Oz's Debra Batton about performing in New York City at the New Victory Theater this holiday season! Learn more about this holiday show for kids and families and about Batton's life as a performer.
Video: Laura Osnes and Carrie Manolakos Talk Michael Crawford at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors
by A.A. Cristi - December 23, 2025
Theatre legend Michael Crawford is being honored at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony and a number of Broadway favorites are stepping out to pay tribute to Broadway's original Phantom, including Laura Osnes and Carrie Manolakos.
by A.A. Cristi - December 23, 2025
Theatre legend Michael Crawford is being honored at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony and a number of Broadway favorites are stepping out to pay tribute to Broadway's original Phantom, including Laura Osnes and Carrie Manolakos.
Patrick Wilson Reveals An 'Itch' to Return To the Broadway Stage
by A.A. Cristi - December 23, 2025
In a new interview with Collider, Broadway star turned Hollywood leading man, Patrick Wilson revealed that he has more than a little itch to return home to the Broadway stage.
by A.A. Cristi - December 23, 2025
In a new interview with Collider, Broadway star turned Hollywood leading man, Patrick Wilson revealed that he has more than a little itch to return home to the Broadway stage.
Video: Michael Crawford Talks Being Honored By the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Theatre legend Michael Crawford is being honored at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony and according to the star, 'there are no words,' to describe his excitement about earning the distinction. Watch a video of his pre-show interview.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Theatre legend Michael Crawford is being honored at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony and according to the star, 'there are no words,' to describe his excitement about earning the distinction. Watch a video of his pre-show interview.
Contest: Win Opening Night Tickets to TITANIQUE on Broadway
by BWW Contests - December 23, 2025
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
by BWW Contests - December 23, 2025
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Namir Smallwood
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
It's a very merry Christmas for Namir Smallwood, who after five years away, returns to Broadway this season! Smallwood is currently starring opposite Carrie Coon in Bug, which opens January 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. He took a break from rehearsals to tell us all about one of his favorite holiday movie traditions...
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
It's a very merry Christmas for Namir Smallwood, who after five years away, returns to Broadway this season! Smallwood is currently starring opposite Carrie Coon in Bug, which opens January 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. He took a break from rehearsals to tell us all about one of his favorite holiday movie traditions...
Video: Family's DREAMGIRLS Christmas Lip Sync Battle Goes Viral
by Michael Major - December 23, 2025
A family is going viral on TikTok after their Christmas gathering turned into a Broadway-worthy lip sync performance of Dreamgirls. In a new video posted by Greg Wiley Jr., a family performed a perfect version of 'It's All Over.'
by Michael Major - December 23, 2025
A family is going viral on TikTok after their Christmas gathering turned into a Broadway-worthy lip sync performance of Dreamgirls. In a new video posted by Greg Wiley Jr., a family performed a perfect version of 'It's All Over.'
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 12/21/25 - MAMMA MIA! Plays its Best Week Ever on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 12/21/2025.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 12/21/2025.
Photos: Kuhoo Verma and More in HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
You can now get a first look at Kuhoo Verma as 'Veronica Sawyer' in Heathers the Musical Off-Broadway, alongside Jackera Davis, who recently joined the cast as Heather Duke, and more members of the cast!
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
You can now get a first look at Kuhoo Verma as 'Veronica Sawyer' in Heathers the Musical Off-Broadway, alongside Jackera Davis, who recently joined the cast as Heather Duke, and more members of the cast!
Video: Sarah Brightman Shares Full ‘A Christmas Symphony’ Concert Feat. Andrew Lloyd Webber
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Just in time for Christmas, Sarah Brightman has released her 2021 special 'A Christmas Symphony' in full on her YouTube channel. The special saw The Phantom of the Opera alum perform a variety of holiday songs with special guests including Aled Jones and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Check it out now.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Just in time for Christmas, Sarah Brightman has released her 2021 special 'A Christmas Symphony' in full on her YouTube channel. The special saw The Phantom of the Opera alum perform a variety of holiday songs with special guests including Aled Jones and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Check it out now.
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE 2nd National Tour Cast First Look
by Joshua Wright - December 23, 2025
Get a first look at MRS. DOUBTFIRE's 2nd North American tour. The non-equity tour features Craig Allen Smith in the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire (everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny), joined by actress Melissa Campbell as Miranda Hillard.
by Joshua Wright - December 23, 2025
Get a first look at MRS. DOUBTFIRE's 2nd North American tour. The non-equity tour features Craig Allen Smith in the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire (everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny), joined by actress Melissa Campbell as Miranda Hillard.
Videos: Preview the Final Episodes of PBS Musical Series HAPPINESS
by Josh Sharpe - December 23, 2025
PBS has shared sneak peek clips from Happiness, the new musical series airing weekly on the channel. The clips, taken from the fifth and final episodes, are available to watch now.
by Josh Sharpe - December 23, 2025
PBS has shared sneak peek clips from Happiness, the new musical series airing weekly on the channel. The clips, taken from the fifth and final episodes, are available to watch now.
Debut of the Month: OEDIPUS' John Carroll Lynch Tells Audiences to 'Buckle Up!'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke with John Carroll Lynch about making his Broadway debut in Oedipus! Read the full interview here in BroadawyWorld Debut of the Month feature.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke with John Carroll Lynch about making his Broadway debut in Oedipus! Read the full interview here in BroadawyWorld Debut of the Month feature.
Video: HELL'S KITCHEN'S A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
A new video of Hell’s Kitchen’s A Merry Little Christmas” has now been released featuring newly added Hell's Kitchen cast member, Yolanda Adams and more!
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
A new video of Hell’s Kitchen’s A Merry Little Christmas” has now been released featuring newly added Hell's Kitchen cast member, Yolanda Adams and more!
Lady Gaga to Release HARLEQUIN LIVE Concert Film for Free on YouTube
by Josh Sharpe - December 23, 2025
As a holiday gift to her fans, Lady Gaga has set the digital premiere of Harlequin Live: One Night Only on December 24. The concert film, recorded on September 30, 2024, at the Los Angeles Belasco Theatre, features the superstar performing the 2024 album in its entirety.
by Josh Sharpe - December 23, 2025
As a holiday gift to her fans, Lady Gaga has set the digital premiere of Harlequin Live: One Night Only on December 24. The concert film, recorded on September 30, 2024, at the Los Angeles Belasco Theatre, features the superstar performing the 2024 album in its entirety.
Video: Watch HAMILTON Perform at the Red Bucket Follies
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Hamilton infused songs by Michael Jackson, Sam Smith and Beyoncé into their 2025 Red Bucket Follies performance. Watch the video of “Sons of Liberty Gone Wild,” a piece written, directed and choreographed by original cast member Thayne Jasperson.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Hamilton infused songs by Michael Jackson, Sam Smith and Beyoncé into their 2025 Red Bucket Follies performance. Watch the video of “Sons of Liberty Gone Wild,” a piece written, directed and choreographed by original cast member Thayne Jasperson.
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Sells Out Entire Seoul Run; Announces Korean Tour
by Joshua Wright - December 23, 2025
The Korean production of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING has sold out all performances in Seoul and will tour 16 cities nationwide following its January 2026 closing.
by Joshua Wright - December 23, 2025
The Korean production of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING has sold out all performances in Seoul and will tour 16 cities nationwide following its January 2026 closing.
Video: Yolanda Adams Recalls First Meeting with Alicia Keys
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Grammy winner Yolanda Adams recently made her Broadway debut in Hell's Kitchen. On a visit to TODAY with Jenna & Friends, she shared how starring in the show is a return to her theatrical roots and recalled her first meeting with creator Alicia Keys. Watch the interview now.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
Grammy winner Yolanda Adams recently made her Broadway debut in Hell's Kitchen. On a visit to TODAY with Jenna & Friends, she shared how starring in the show is a return to her theatrical roots and recalled her first meeting with creator Alicia Keys. Watch the interview now.
Video: Watch the New Trailer for THE DUTCHMAN Film Adaptation
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
André Holland, Kate Mara, Zazie Beetz, and Tony Award nominee Stephen McKinley Henderson star in the first trailer for The Dutchman. The movie is a modern film adaptation of the award-winning 1964 play by Amiri Baraka and will debut in theaters on January 2. Watch the trailer now.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
André Holland, Kate Mara, Zazie Beetz, and Tony Award nominee Stephen McKinley Henderson star in the first trailer for The Dutchman. The movie is a modern film adaptation of the award-winning 1964 play by Amiri Baraka and will debut in theaters on January 2. Watch the trailer now.
How STRANGER THINGS 5 Connects to the Broadway Play
by Josh Sharpe - December 23, 2025
Audiences are now deep in the dangerous depths of the Upside Down, with the ongoing fifth season of Stranger Things now streaming. Find out more about the new season, how it connects to the Broadway play, and more in our new guide!
by Josh Sharpe - December 23, 2025
Audiences are now deep in the dangerous depths of the Upside Down, with the ongoing fifth season of Stranger Things now streaming. Find out more about the new season, how it connects to the Broadway play, and more in our new guide!
NYTW Adds TARTUFFE Final Performance and Benefit Event
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
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