John Herrera

Tony Award Nominee John Herrera Has Passed Away at 70
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of Broadway actor John Herrera. Herrera received a Tony Award nomination for her his performance in The Mystery of Edwin Drood.

Good Theater Launches Summer Fun Series With Pride Concert Featuring The Skivvies
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025

Good Theater will kick off its new Summer Fun Series with The Skivvies, a bold and celebratory Pride event featuring Broadway stars Lauren Molina and Nick Cearley.

Julie Benko, Lillias White, The Skivvies, and More Set For Good Theater's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

Good Theater has announced its 2025-26 season, marking its return to live performances at the newly renovated Stevens Square Theater on the former McAuley High School campus. Learn more about the lineup here!

Scottsdale Jazz Festival Will Celebrate International Jazz Day and Honor Quincy Jones
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

The Scottsdale Jazz Festival will return in April at Scottsdale Civic Center. Now in its 14th year, the Scottsdale Jazz Festival aligns with UNESCO’s International Jazz Day.

Labyrinth Dance Theater to Screen COME BACK ONCE MORE SO I CAN SAY GOODBYE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023

Labyrinth Dance Theater screens 'Come Back Once More So I Can Say Goodbye,' a dance-theater piece exploring gay life in NYC from 1965-1995. Join us at Stonewall Lounge on Dec 11th at 6:30 p.m. for this moving and historic production.

Andréa Burns, Eden Espinosa, Mary Testa, Enrique Acevedo & More to Star in World Premiere of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2021

The Old Globe has announced the full cast and creative team for The Gardens of Anuncia, featuring book, music, and lyrics by five-time Tony Award nominee Michael John LaChiusa (the Globe’s Rain, Broadway’s The Wild Party).

VIDEO: Watch a MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2021

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm ET) with THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Reunion with Donna Murphy, Judy Kuhn, Patti Cohenour, Betty Buckley, Rupert Holmes, Howard McGillin and John Herrera.

Wake Up With BWW 4/30: De Blasio Plans to Reopen NYC on July 1; Broadway Still Plans September Return
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2021

Today's top stories: Mayor de Blasio is planning to reopen New York City on July 1, the Broadway League still plans to reopen Broadway shows in September!

THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, CINDERELLA, and ANASTASIA Casts Will Reunite on STARS IN THE HOUSE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2021

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that they will reunite the casts of some of theater-goers favorite Broadway shows, including “The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” “Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella,” and “Anastasia,” all in support of The Actors Fund. 

Broadway Catch Up: May 6 - Barbra Streisand, Telly Leung, Tonya Pinkins, and More!
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2020

While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's videos, from stars including Barbra Streisand, Telly Leung, Tonya Pinkins, and more!

VIDEO: Tonya Pinkins, Antwayn Hopper, John Herrera & More Sing 'Tomorrow' for The Episcopal Actors' Guild
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2020

Broadway and Off-Broadway stars have come together to sing an uplifting rendition of 'Tomorrow' for The Episcopal Actors' Guild. 

Freeform Developing DANTE'S INFERNO Series
by Abigail Charpentier - Oct 30, 2019

Freeform's upcoming television adaptation of 'Dante's Inferno' will be one of the first under the network's new head of originals, Lauren Corrao.

Celebrate Stonewall 50 Through Dance At The Alvin Ailey Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2019

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall and World Pride coming to New York for the first time ever, Labyrinth Dance Theaterpresents Come Back Once More So I Can Say Goodbye,an evening-length theatrical dance concert featuring live original music and choreography, vintage recordings, historic footage, political soundbites and stunning visuals.Artistic Director Sasha Spielvogel's landmark piece tells the story of the gay community in New York City from 1965-1995:from the historic Sip-In at the Julius Bar and the early Gay Rights Movement to the uprising at Stonewall, and through the widespread apathy and abject hysteria of the AIDS crisis, these stunning performances allow us to experience the indomitable resolve of those who defiantly faced the siege against them with humor, bravery and compassion. Come Back Once Morereflects the historic resilience, compassion and heart of the LGBTQ community.Proceeds from the four upcoming performances, June 14th - 17th at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater (405 West 55th Street, New York City), will benefit the Ali Forney Center, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, GMHC and Live Out Loud.

WRITER'S GUILD AWARDS Unveils 2019 Nominations
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 7, 2018

The 2019 Writer's Guild Awards nominations have been unveiled. The 2019 Writers Guild Awards will be handed out Sunday, Feb. 17, at the Beverly Hilton. See the full list of nominees below!

VIDEO: Preview HAVANA MUSIC HALL at Actors Playhouse
by Alan Henry - Oct 15, 2018

The world premiere of Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami is now on stage. The brand new original musical features Tony Award nominee John Herrera (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) and rising star Linedy Genao (On Your Feet!) headlining the all-latinx cast of nineteen performers. The limited engagement runs through November 18, 2018. Opening night is set for Friday, October 19.

VIDEO: First Look At HAVANA MUSIC HALL
by Alan Henry - Oct 12, 2018

Rehearsals have begun for the world premiere of Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami.

John Herrera and Linedy Genao Lead Cast of HAVANA MUSIC HALL Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2018

Actors' Playhouse announces the complete cast of the world premiere musical HAVANA MUSIC HALL at Actors' Playhouse this fall in Miami, Florida. Tony Award nominee John Herrera (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) and rising star Linedy Genao (On Your Feet!) headline the all-latinx cast of nineteen performers for the show's limited engagement, October 10-November 18, 2018.

Photo Flash: First Look at HAVANA MUSIC HALL
by Julie Musbach - Sep 21, 2018

Get a first look below att Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami. The limited engagement will run from October 10-November 18, 2018. Opening night is set for Friday, October 19. 

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with HAVANA MUSIC HALL
by Julie Musbach - Sep 10, 2018

Rehearsals have begun for the world premiere of Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami.

John Herrera and Linedy Genao Lead Cast of HAVANA MUSIC HALL
by Julie Musbach - Sep 10, 2018

Actors' Playhouse announces the complete cast of the world premiere musical HAVANA MUSIC HALL at Actors' Playhouse this fall in Miami, Florida. Tony Award nominee John Herrera (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) and rising star Linedy Genao (On Your Feet!) headline the all-latinx cast of nineteen performers for the show's limited engagement, October 10-November 18, 2018.