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BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of actor Larry Ross, who died at the age of 88 in Philadelphia. Ross died at home on February 5, 2025. Mr. Ross enjoyed a career as an actor, dancer, singer and teacher of the performing arts.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of stage and screen actor Tony Roberts. He was 85 years old.

In an excerpt from a conversation with CBS News Sunday Morning, Cynthia Erivo shed light on her recording process and what listeners can expect from the album, which is partly autobiographical. Watch the video now!

Check out this week's top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! This week includes productions from Find Your Light, Pump House Theatre Watford, and Crossett High School Auditorium. 

The initial line-up of stars has been set for Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala. The Gala will honor Emmy Award-winning actor and longtime Vineyard artist Joe Morton. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season has officially begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending February 7, 2025 with videos from Urinetown, Just In Time, and more!

What is Urinetown? Urinetown is now! Check out more scenes from Urinetown at New York City Center Encores!, including 'Mr. Cladwell,' 'Follow Your Heart,' and 'Privelege to Pee.'

Nothing says 'I love you' like tickets to a Broadway show! This February 14, celebrate love and romance from the audience of a Broadway theatre. Need help picking the perfect production? We've got you covered! Check out eight Broadway shows that are perfect for you and your loved one to check out this Valentine's Day.

The all-teen musical 355 that went viral on TikTok is coming to 54 Below! 355 is an original musical entirely written and performed by teens that follows spies in war-stricken 18th century New York City. Watch their viral rehearsal videos!

A first look at Idina Menzel in Redwood on Broadway has arrived. The new photos feature De’Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser, and Khaila Wilcoxon in the new musical, now in previews at the Nederlander Theatre.

Kelsie Watts' Broadway debut has been a longtime coming. Watch a video of The Voice alum performing songs from Wicked, Cats, The Bodyguard, and Dreamgirls before she makes her Broadway debut as Jane Seymour in SIX.

Annaleigh Ashford, Tim Meadows, and David Cross, joined Lin-Manuel Miranda this week in All In: Comedy About Love at the Hudson Theatre. See photos here!

Performances are now underway for Encores! City Center's production of Urinetown, featuring Jordan Fisher, Keala Settle, Rainn Wilson, and more. Check out photos from inside rehearsals here.

Winners have been announced for the 27th CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards), including Paul Tazewell for his costume work on the Wicked movie adaptation. Take a look at the full list of winners here!

The Colt Coeur production of Still by Lia Romeo and directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt, stars Melissa Gilbert and Mark Moses. The 8-week return engagement just opened at The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture’s Loreto Theater. Check out what the critics are saying about the new production!

The Outsiders will hold an open casting call for the roles of Ponyboy Curtis and Johnny Cade this month. The call is for the national tour, as well as future Broadway replacements. Find out how to audition!

The best of broadway gathered at the Winter Garden Theater, where George Clooney, Grant Heslov and director David Cromer, announced the full cast for Good Night, and Good Luck. Check out photos from the big day!

Brian Usifer, Chris Miller, Will Van Dyke, and Gigi Pritzker released the Swept Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording), featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Find out where you can stream it here!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 7, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Good Night, and Good Luck, the new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, met the press today. The play's star stopped in with Access Online to chat about his Broadway debut, the Super Bowl, Valentine's Day and more! Watch the video!

Good Night, and Good Luck, the new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, has announced full casting for its Broadway engagement.

The National Endowment for the Arts has announed an update to 2026 grant guidelines, with deadlines in March and July 2025. These changes impact organizations applying in the Grants for Arts Projects or Challenge America categories.

Laura Benanti has joined the cast of Paramount+'s Mayor of Kingstown. The Tony winner is set to appear in the fourth season of the crime series as correctional officer Cindy Stephens.

Stage and screen star Josh Gad has put pen to paper to tell his story. His new memoir, In Gad We Trust, is a heartfelt and hilarious collection of essays about his career highlights and all of the inbetweens. Watch in this video! ​

You can now watch Remi Tuckman perform 'I'm Just Brendan' from Drag: The Musical here! Directed and choreographed by Spencer Liff, DRAG: The Musical features a book and music by Alaska Thunderf*ck.