Aaron is an actor, singer, producer, and entrepreneur from Cherry Hill, NJ. An athlete and performer in high school, Aaron graduated magna cum laude from Duke University where he studied pre-med and music.
Aaron is an actor, singer, producer, and entrepreneur from Cherry Hill, NJ. An athlete and performer in high school, Aaron graduated magna cum laude from Duke University where he studied pre-med and music. After earning an MFA in musical theater from the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Aaron put plans of being a doctor on hold and moved to New York City. His career spans Broadway, Television, Film, and Concerts and has allowed him to share his passion for the arts with audiences worldwide.
A benefit concert at Bell Theater at Bell Works honored ALS-diagnosed Broadway star Aaron Lazar, drawing performers including Kate Baldwin, Norbert Leo Butz and Patrick Wilson to raise funds for his family. See photos of the event.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, just yesterday, two-time Tony nominee Kate Baldwin (Hello, Dolly, Finian's Rainbow) hosted “Extraordinary: Broadway Sings for Aaron Lazar,' a special one-night benefit concert at Bell Theater at Bell Works, directed by Hunter Foster with music direction by Nate Patten, produced by Axelrod's Executive Artistic Director Andrew DePrisco. 100% of the funds raised at 'Extraordinary: Broadway Sings for Aaron Lazar' will be donated directly to Lazar. Watch the video here!
Today’s subject Anne Tolpegin is currently living her theatre life on tour playing the roles of Allie’s Mother and Nurse Lori in The Notebook. The show begins performances this evening at the National Theatre where it will play through August 30th.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Two-time Tony nominee Kate Baldwin will host “Extraordinary: Broadway Sings for Aaron Lazar,' a special one-night benefit concert at Bell Theater at Bell Works.
Aaron Lazar is grateful for the support from the Broadway community and beyond amid his journey living with slow-moving ALS. ‘I had no idea that this many people love me,’ he tells BroadwayWorld.
In a candid conversation with BroadwayWorld, beloved actor Aaron Lazar discusses the progression of his ALS diagnosis and says his purpose ‘feels more exciting to me than dying.’
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
A GoFundMe has been launched to support Broadway actor Aaron Lazar in his continued battle with ALS. Lazar publicly revealed his diagnosis in 2024. Learn more about the Broadway actor, and about how to donate to the GoFundMe.
Andrew Rannells joined Aaron Lazar on the latest episode of his podcast, Impossible Dreams. Watch a video of them discussing Rannells' journey from Omaha dinner theaters to Broadway, how he padded his resume, and more.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Aaron Lazar has launched the Impossible Dreams video podcast, an intimate journey into the lives of extraordinary people who embody resilience, hope, and transformation. Watch the first two episodes here!
Mamma Mia! is back on Broadway! As we celebrate the homecoming of this iconic Broadway staple, we're taking a look back on some of the notable stars who have appeared in various productions of Mamma Mia! around the world!
TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, have announced a benefit concert to kick-off the organization’s 40th anniversary season.
Broadway alum Aaron Lazar has joined Substack! The Grammy-nominee's new blog promises to share a look inside his experience with 'show business and self transformation.'
Several Broadway alums were in attendance at The 67th GRAMMY Awards last night, including Cynthia Erivo who performed a rendition of Fly Me to the Moon in honor of the late Quincy Jones. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
It's music's biggest night! Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and more took home awards at The 67th Annual GRAMMYs, now available to rewatch on Paramount+. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here!
The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life. Learn more about the upcoming season!