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Backstage Live with Richard Ridge

Richard Ridge is the lead correspondent for BroadwayWorld, where he is the host of "Backstage with Richard Ridge." His guests have included Chita Rivera, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Josh Groban, Cherry Jones, Julie Taymor, Laura Benanti, Brian Cox, Zachary Quinto, Judith Light, Joan Rivers, Elaine Paige, Kristin Chenoweth, Nick Jonas, Jessie Mueller and Hugh Dancy. Prior to that, he was the host of the groundbreaking "Broadway Beat" for 20 years. His latest venture is SAG/AFTRA Foundation and BroadwayWorld's "Conversations on Broadway", which recognizes and celebrates the vibrant theatre community in New York City. These in-depth interviews are filmed for the Foundation’s educational archives and BroadwayWorld. Past participants have included Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart, Matt Bomer, Bobby Cannavale, Harold Prince, Stockard Channing, Nathan Lane, Darren Criss, Sara Bareilles, Tony Goldwyn, Cheyenne Jackson, Kelli O’Hara, David Tennant, Vanessa Redgrave, Liev Schreiber, Jeff Daniels, David Hyde Pierce, Jim Parsons, Gena Rowlands, Michael Urie, Jason Alexander and Juliette Binoche. Richard made his Broadway debut in 2019 in the groundbreaking musical The Prom.






Video: Alan Cumming and Ari Shaprio Are Bringing OCH & OY! to Canada
Video: Alan Cumming and Ari Shaprio Are Bringing OCH & OY! to Canada
February 19, 2025

Bosom buddies Alan Cumming and Ari Shapiro are heading to Canada! The friends are getting ready to bring their show, Och & Oy! A Considered Cabaret, to The Rose at Brampton On Stage. Watch in this video as Alan and Ari chat more about coming together and finding and finding their Och & Oy!

Video: Mo Rocca Unpacks the Late In Life Triumphs of Broadway Roctogenarians
Video: Mo Rocca Unpacks the Late In Life Triumphs of Broadway Roctogenarians
November 27, 2024

From beloved CBS Sunday Morning correspondent Mo Rocca comes an inspiring collection of stories that celebrates the triumphs of people who made their biggest marks late in life. Watch in this video as he explains what a roctogenarian is!

Video: Ben Decter & Kristin Hanggi Are De-Stigmatizing Epilepsy with IT'S ALL YOUR FAULT, TYLER PRICE
Video: Ben Decter & Kristin Hanggi Are De-Stigmatizing Epilepsy with IT'S ALL YOUR FAULT, TYLER PRICE
November 22, 2024

It’s All Your Fault, Tyler Price is now making its world premiere at The Hudson Theatre in Hollywood, where it just celebrated its opening night. Watch in this video as the creators chat more about the joys of bringing this new musical to life.

Video: Ruben & Trey Santiago-Hudson Talk Joining Forces for THE OTHER AMERICANS
Video: Ruben & Trey Santiago-Hudson Talk Joining Forces for THE OTHER AMERICANS
November 8, 2024

Now running at Arena Stage is a new work by John Leguizamo- The Other Americans. In this video, watch as director Ruben Santiago-Hudson and his son, Trey Santiago-Hudson tell us all about the new play!

Video: Darryn de Souza Is Bringing Broadway Back to Brampton
Video: Darryn de Souza Is Bringing Broadway Back to Brampton
October 8, 2024

Darryn de Souza is back in Brampton this fall to curate 'This is Brampton: Re-Imagined: A Theatre Concert'. In this video, watch as Darryn gives an extra special sneak peek into what audiences can expect!

Video: Excellence in Theatre Education Award Winner CJay Philip Unpacks the Importance of Arts Education
Video: Excellence in Theatre Education Award Winner CJay Philip Unpacks the Importance of Arts Education
September 3, 2024

In this video, watch as 2024 Excellence in Theatre Education Award winner CJay Philip checks in with BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge to reflect on the incredible honor she received in June. 

Video: Theatre Community Rallies to Save Iconic West Bank Cafe & Laurie Beechman Theatre
Video: Theatre Community Rallies to Save Iconic West Bank Cafe & Laurie Beechman Theatre
August 21, 2024

What happens when one of the most iconic and beloved institutions of New York City's Theatre District is in trouble? Broadway steps in to help. Donate to save the West Bank Cafe and watch this video as D'Angora, Iconis, and Olsen come together to chat about the circumstances and why this cherished spot is too good to lose.

Video: Tim Minchin Is Hitting the Road With His Unapologetically Unfunny Show
Video: Tim Minchin Is Hitting the Road With His Unapologetically Unfunny Show
August 6, 2024

Look out, North America! Here comes Tim Minchin. The multi-hyphenate performer is bringing his new show, An Unfunny* Evening with Tim Minchin and His Piano, to 13 cities this month. Check out a full ist of tour dates and watch as he chats even more about his upcoming tour stops in this video.

Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
July 29, 2024

Hear from Steven Pasquale and more from the cast of Nine at the Kennedy Center in this new video from BroadwayWorld! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Bill Irwin Is Taking on Beckett at the Irish Rep
Video: Bill Irwin Is Taking on Beckett at the Irish Rep
July 30, 2024

In this video, watch as Bill Irwin chats with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge about the brilliance of Beckett, the joy of being back at the Rep, and so much more!

Video: Kelley Curran Is Returning to the Stage in THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER
Video: Kelley Curran Is Returning to the Stage in THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER
July 26, 2024

Tony Award winner, Frank Wood and Kelley Curran one of the stars of HBO's The Gilded Age are getting ready to begin performances in THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER .Watch as Kelley chats about the new play, the joys of returning to the stage, her iconic onscreen character, and so much more in this video.

Video: FROM HERE Company Explains What the New Musical Is All About
Video: FROM HERE Company Explains What the New Musical Is All About
July 15, 2024

In this video, watch as we check in with Donald Rupe, along with stars Blake Aburn and Omar Cardona to chat more about the exciting new show, From Here.

Exclusive: Kelli O'Hara & Brian d'Arcy James on the Tony Noms that Were 21 Years in the Making
Exclusive: Kelli O'Hara & Brian d'Arcy James on the Tony Noms that Were 21 Years in the Making
June 5, 2024

In this video, watch as Tony nominees Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James talk all things Days of Wine and Roses!

Video: Jeff Calhoun Opens Up About His Most Personal Project- A COMPLICATED WOMAN
Video: Jeff Calhoun Opens Up About His Most Personal Project- A COMPLICATED WOMAN
May 14, 2024

John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast. Watch as Jeff Calhoun chats more about the exciting new project in this video!

Video: Playing Pinball and Talking TOMMY with Ali Louis Bourzgui
Video: Playing Pinball and Talking TOMMY with Ali Louis Bourzgui
April 13, 2024

Feel him coming? Ali Louis Bourzgui just made his Broadway debut and he's a sensation as the titular character in The Who's Tommy. In this video, watch as Ali and Richard visit Barcade to talk all about the show and of course... play some pinball!

Video: We're Falling In Love with THE NOTEBOOK's John Cardoza
Video: We're Falling In Love with THE NOTEBOOK's John Cardoza
April 3, 2024

Four years after making his Broadway debut in the ensemble of Jagged Little Pill, John Cardoza is back on Broadway. This time he's the leading man... or rather, one of three. In this video, watch as he tells us all about his new role in The Notebook.

Video: Des McAnuff Is Back for Seconds with THE WHO'S TOMMY
Video: Des McAnuff Is Back for Seconds with THE WHO'S TOMMY
March 13, 2024

In this video, watch as director Des McAnuff chats about bringing The Who's Tommy back to Broadway.

Video: Meet the New Director/Activist/Author Extraordinaire of the Season- Schele Williams
Video: Meet the New Director/Activist/Author Extraordinaire of the Season- Schele Williams
March 6, 2024

Schele Williams is having an awesome year... for more than one reason. In this video, watch as the director chats with Richard about both of her Broadway projects, The Notebook and The Wiz, and and why 2024 is her year.

Video: SMA Will Step Center Stage on Rare Disease Day
Video: SMA Will Step Center Stage on Rare Disease Day
February 27, 2024

In this video, watch as Shane Burcaw and John Tartaglia chat about their latest project- the original musical, Most Likely Not To…, which will be presented on Rare Disease Day.

Video: The Queens of SIX Open Up About Their New Broadway Reign
Video: The Queens of SIX Open Up About Their New Broadway Reign
February 17, 2024

In this video, watch as the queens of Six including Olivia Donalson, Storm Lever, Khaila Wilcoxon, Jasmine Forsberg, Didi Romero and Gabriela Carrillo chat about their journey with the show.



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