Sidney is a Contributing Editor at BroadwayWorld and has been a superfan of theatre and all things Broadway for her entire life. She joined the BroadwayWolrd team as an Assistant Editor in 2021. Originally from North Carolina, she currently calls New York City home. When she is not covering the theater beat, you're likely to find her in the yoga studio or hanging with her dog, Hank, in Central Park.
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First Show:
Rodgers + Hammerstein's CinderellaFavorite Show:
Les Miserables will always be my favorite musical of all time, but I'm also a huge fan of Anastasia and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.Favorite Stories:
- Everything We Know So Far About the 77th Annual Tony Awards - Watching the Tony Awards has always been a highlight of my year. I can't wait to be on the scene in 2024 and find out which shows will take home the big prizes!
- 10 Spooky Shows to See in NYC This Halloween - Anyone who knows me knows that Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday! How many of these shows did you check out for spooky season?
- Unions of Broadway - I've really enjoyed getting to learn about the unions that make up the varied workers on Broadway. Putting on a Broadway show is about a lot more than what you see onstage.
- Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming! - I'm already excited thinking about all of the new shows that are set to arrive on Broadway next year. It is going to be an amazing season!
May 25, 2025
From timeless classics to bold contemporary designs, we're breaking down 50 of the most iconic Broadway costumes of all time—the looks that defined characters, captured imaginations, and left an indelible mark on theatre history. Check out what lade the list below!
June 1, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for the month of June! Learn more about upcoming Off-Broadway shows.
May 17, 2025
Before you step into the world of Hadestown, it helps to know that this Tony-winning musical isn’t just a love story—it’s a retelling of ancient Greek myths, reimagined with a soulful, folk-jazz twist. Understanding the core myths behind the show will deepen your experience, making each lyric, character, and plot twist resonate more powerfully. Here's what you should know before the curtain rises.
May 18, 2025
Looking for a pre-show cocktail or a nightcap after the theatre? Here are the best 15 spots for drinks in the theatre district.
May 17, 2025
Earlier this month 130 people became Tony Award nominees. Now we wait until June 8, when the winners will be decided across 26 categories and announced onstage at Radio City Music Hall. Who will win? That question can only be answer by the Tony Voters. We're breaking down how the process works!
May 9, 2025
The 2024-25 Broadway season is officially complete and awards season has begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending May 9, 2025 with videos from Operation Mincemeat, Wonderful Town, and more!
May 8, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/8/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
May 6, 2025
Donald Trump is backing a massive $257 million federal funding package for the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, more than six times its typical annual support.
May 10, 2025
Which Sondheim show is best? While the answer to that question is entirely subjective, it is perhaps easier to investigate which Sondheim shows have the best track records. We're breaking it down show by show, as they were created chronologically...
May 10, 2025
Enjoy songs from musicals like: Hamilton, Gypsy, Bright Star, Baby, Spring Awakening, Hairspray, Mean Girls, Waitress, A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, Falsettos, Caroline, Or Change, and many more!
May 3, 2025
The National Endowment for the Arts has canceled numerous grants to arts organizations following President Trump's proposal to eliminate the agency, impacting theaters and nonprofits across the U.S.
May 2, 2025
The 2024-25 Broadway season is officially complete and awards season has begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending May 2, 2025 with videos from Real Women Have Curves, Pirates! The Penzance Musical, and more!
May 2, 2025
The President submitted his 2026 budget proposal, which calls for the elimination of several government agencies in order to 'reach balance and restore confidence in America's fiscal management'. Included in that list are the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
May 3, 2025
The 2025 Tony Awards are here, which means that we all have something to sing about! From the vaudeville circut to the offices of MI5; the hills of Hollywood to the streets of Seoul, get into the spirit of this Broadway season with this 2025 Tony Awards playlist. Your Broadway belt-session awaits! Listen to them here!
April 29, 2025
Paul Mescal and Nicola Coughlan will make their National Theatre debuts as part of incoming artistic director Indhu Rubasingham’s first season.
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