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A beloved holiday tradition for almost 80 years, "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" continues to be a spectacular and heartwarming event for the whole family.

The biggest stars in music and entertainment join in the celebration, as thousands of revelers come back every year to watch as 30,000 lights illuminate the world's most famous Christmas tree. With millions more viewing the live telecast from home, it's a wonderful way to kick off the holidays with your loved ones. One-hour live special.

NBC Unveils Holiday Lineup With WICKED Special, Halle Bailey, & More Photo NBC Unveils Holiday Lineup With WICKED Special, Halle Bailey, & More
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024

In celebration of the upcoming holiday season, NBC will once again bring families together with its beloved annual specials and a lineup of exciting new programming including the behind-the-scenes Wicked special, A Mowtown Christmas, and more. ...


Barry Manilow, Cher and More To Light Up Annual CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER  Photo Barry Manilow, Cher and More To Light Up Annual CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER 
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

Celebrate the lighting one of world's most famous Christmas trees with a star-studded lineup of musical performances and special appearances in this year's highly anticipated “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special. The two-hour telecast will air live Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and ...


Sergio Trujillo, Joan Marcus, and Carol Rosegg Join Lineup For The Broadway Cruise 2 Photo Sergio Trujillo, Joan Marcus, and Carol Rosegg Join Lineup For The Broadway Cruise 2
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2023

The 2nd annual sailing of The Broadway Cruise will take off in 2024! Find out who has joined the lineup for the cruise here!...


Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighti Photo Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighting Special
by Michael Major - October 26, 2023

Kelly Clarkson will not only host NBC’s iconic Christmas special, but also deliver festive performances – all from the historic NYC spot that is now also home to her eponymous talk show “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will once again join the tree li...


Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premi Photo Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premiere at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2022

The Public Theater has announced casting for the world premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, a musical adaptation of the classic Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone....


Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Photo Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Josh Sharpe - November 18, 2024

In a tradition spanning over nine decades, NBC will celebrate the holiday season with the annual lighting of one of the world’s most famous trees in the heart of New York City. Audiences will be treated to festive performances from an all-star lineup of musical guests....


COME FROM AWAY to Perform on NBC's Christmas in Rockefeller Center Special Photo COME FROM AWAY to Perform on NBC's Christmas in Rockefeller Center Special
by Michael Major - November 29, 2021

The cast from the Tony and Olivier Award-winning hit Broadway musical “Come From Away” will perform on NBC’s “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special prior to the lighting of the iconic Christmas tree. The special will also include performances from the Pentatonix, Harry Connick Jr., Carrie Underwo...


Dolly Parton, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, & More to Appear in Jimmy Fallon Holiday Special Photo Dolly Parton, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, & More to Appear in Jimmy Fallon Holiday Special
by Josh Sharpe - October 24, 2024

Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular, which will spotlight Jimmy Fallon’s new holiday album, will air Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 10 p.m. ET on NBC. The special will feature a star-studded lineup of guest appearances and performances including Meghan Trainor, Cara Delevingne, Dolly Parton, and more...


Photos: Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, & More in NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Photo Photos: Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, & More in NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Josh Sharpe - December 04, 2025

On December 3, NBC celebrated the holiday season with the “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special, featuring the annual lighting of the Rockefeller Center tree. The show featured festive performances from many musical guests, including Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, and more. Check o...


Harry Connick Jr, Carrie Underwood & More to Perform at CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENT Photo Harry Connick Jr, Carrie Underwood & More to Perform at CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Michael Major - November 18, 2021

Viewers will be treated to festive performances by Annie LIVE's Harry Connick Jr., Alessia Cara, Mickey Guyton, Norah Jones, Brad Paisley, Rob Thomas, Carrie Underwood and more. The evening will include a duet featuring Paisley and Thomas and a special performance by the Radio City Rockettes....


Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighti Photo Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighting Special
by Michael Major - October 26, 2023

Kelly Clarkson will not only host NBC’s iconic Christmas special, but also deliver festive performances – all from the historic NYC spot that is now also home to her eponymous talk show “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will once again join the tree li...


Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2024 Photo Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2024
by - November 19, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 19, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours....


Barry Manilow, Cher and More To Light Up Annual CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER  Photo Barry Manilow, Cher and More To Light Up Annual CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER 
by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

Celebrate the lighting one of world's most famous Christmas trees with a star-studded lineup of musical performances and special appearances in this year's highly anticipated “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special. The two-hour telecast will air live Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and ...


Swing Kings 'Big Bad Voodoo Daddy' Announced at ABT Photo Swing Kings 'Big Bad Voodoo Daddy' Announced at ABT
by Stephi Wild - December 20, 2021

Alberta Bair Theater welcomes back Big Bad Voodoo Daddy for a New Year's Eve show at 8 pm on December 31. With a signature drink mixed by 406 Kitchen & Taproom, ticket holders are invited to linger after the show before heading to an after party or home to watch the ball drop....


Photos: First Look at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE Country Music Holiday Special Photo Photos: First Look at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE Country Music Holiday Special
by Josh Sharpe - November 21, 2025

NBC has unveiled the first look at Christmas in Nashville, a star-studded music special featuring some of country’s biggest names and hosted by Trisha Yearwood. Check out first-look photos from the special below....


Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Photo Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Josh Sharpe - November 18, 2024

In a tradition spanning over nine decades, NBC will celebrate the holiday season with the annual lighting of one of the world’s most famous trees in the heart of New York City. Audiences will be treated to festive performances from an all-star lineup of musical guests....


Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premi Photo Jeannette Bayardelle, Shawn Bowers & More to Star in THE HARDER THEY COME World Premiere at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2022

The Public Theater has announced casting for the world premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, a musical adaptation of the classic Jamaican film produced and directed by Perry Henzell and co-written with Trevor Rhone....


Black Eyed Peas, The Killers, John Legend, & More to Perform During NBC's 'Macy's 4th Photo Black Eyed Peas, The Killers, John Legend, & More to Perform During NBC's 'Macy's 4th Of July Fireworks Spectacular'
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 29, 2020

NBC's annual a?oeMacy's 4th of July Fireworks® Spectaculara?? returns for a dazzling night of fireworks and star-studded musical performances with a two-hour live telecast starting at 8 p.m. The broadcast event will follow a series of weeklong surprise displays of the iconic fireworks across all fiv...


NBC Celebrates 90 Years of Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony With CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLE Photo NBC Celebrates 90 Years of Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony With CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Special
by Michael Major - November 18, 2022

Viewers will be treated to festive performances by Jimmie Allen, Andrea Bocelli along with Matteo Bocelli and Virginia Bocelli, David Foster and Katharine McPhee, Brett Eldredge, Mickey Guyton, Alicia Keys, The Muppets of Sesame Street, Dan + Shay, Blake Shelton, The Shindellas, Gwen Stefani, Louis ...


Spotlight: BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at Patchogue Theatre Photo Spotlight: BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY at Patchogue Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - November 27, 2024

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Patchogue Theatre on December 6th...


Radio City CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR To Begin 2024 Run In November Photo Radio City CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR To Begin 2024 Run In November
by A.A. Cristi - July 25, 2024

The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes will return to the Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall from November 8, 2024 through January 5, 2025.  ...


Whoopi Goldberg, Josh Groban, John Legend, Jenna Dewan and More Join Radio City Rocke Photo Whoopi Goldberg, Josh Groban, John Legend, Jenna Dewan and More Join Radio City Rockettes Holiday Special
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 25, 2020

NBC and the Radio City Rockettes are bringing the holiday cheer with the “Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes – At Home Holiday Special” airing Wednesday, Dec. 2 (10-11 p.m. ET/PT) following the telecast of NBC’s “Christmas in Rockefeller Center.”...


Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5, 2025- Explore Christmas In NYC and More Photo Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5, 2025- Explore Christmas In NYC and More
by - December 05, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 5, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours....


PAWS/LA Will Present a One Night Only Benefit Event BARRETT FOA HAS FRIENDS! Photo PAWS/LA Will Present a One Night Only Benefit Event BARRETT FOA HAS FRIENDS!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 21, 2020

PAWS/LA, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit agency serving people and pets in need, will present a one night only benefit event - Barrett Foa Has Friends! - on Monday, February 24, at 8pm. This very special evening of cabaret at Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood will feature performances by Foa and some of...


Photos: First Look at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE Country Music Holiday Special Photo Photos: First Look at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE Country Music Holiday Special
by Josh Sharpe - November 21, 2025

NBC has unveiled the first look at Christmas in Nashville, a star-studded music special featuring some of country’s biggest names and hosted by Trisha Yearwood. Check out first-look photos from the special below....






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