Al Roker

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025: Guide to Performers, Route, and How to Watch Live
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 26, 2025

Whether you plan to enjoy the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from the hustle and bustle of the sidewalks or the cozy comfort of your couch, we've got the full scoop on what to watch for, when to look for it, and how!

Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025

NBC will celebrate the holiday season with the “Christmas in Rockefeller Center' special, featuring performances from Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, and more.

Video: Broadway Casts React to Performing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2025

Watch a video of the casts of Ragtime, Just in Time, and Buena Vista Social Club celebrating the news that they will be performing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Industry Pro Newsletter: Leadership Changes in Opera Large and Small
by Alex Freeman - Nov 10, 2025

This week’s roundup highlights major leadership changes, funding shifts, and renewed investment in the performing arts. OPERA America has named Michael J. Bobbitt as its next President & CEO, while Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced $1.5 million in emergency food grants nationwide. In New York, The Joyce Theater Foundation received a landmark $15 million gift, and Broadway productions prepare to take the stage at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Regionally, Chicago’s cultural department faces a proposed budget reduction, Theatre Washington released a new industry impact report, and Houston Grand Opera appointed James Gaffigan as its next Music Director. Meanwhile, in the UK, opera and arts education take center stage with efforts to broaden access and strengthen creative learning.

RAGTIME, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, & More Will Perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

The 99th edition of the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will kick off the holiday season Nov. 27 at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones across NBC and Peacock. This year will feature performances from the Broadway casts of “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Just in Time,” and “Ragtime.'

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 15, 2025
by - Sep 15, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Jonathan Groff Talks Dancing in JUST IN TIME, New Cast Members
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025

On Friday morning, Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff visited the third hour of TODAY to discuss his acclaimed turn as Bobby Darin in the Broadway musical, Just in Time, Sarah Hyland joining the cast and his infamous spitting onstage. Watch the interview now.

Video: Watch Al Roker's JUST IN TIME Cameo with Jonathan Groff
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025

During a recent performance of Broadway's Just in Time, TODAY's Al Roker was brought to his feet by the show's star, Jonathan Groff, who joined him for a bit of impromptu dancing. Watch Roker discuss the show on TODAY and take a look at the official video footage from the evening here!

Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bernadette Peters and More Portraits from the 2025 American Theatre Wing Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

The American Theatre Wing held its annual fall gala on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street, with this year’s event honoring the “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry.” Check out the star-studded photo portrait gallery from the event here!

Video: Watch an Exclusive Clip of Al Roker Animated Series WEATHER HUNTERS
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025

BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip of the theme song for Weather Hunters, the new PBS Kids animated series from Emmy-winning weatherman and host Al Roker. Check out the song now, performed by actress Yvette Nicole Brown.

Shoshana Bean, Kecia Lewis, Billy Porter and More to Join Black Theatre United Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025

Black Theatre United has revealed its lineup of performers and honorary co-chairs for its third annual Gala. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!

Camille A. Brown and More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025

Black Theatre United will present its third annual Gala. This year’s theme is “United: Today & Beyond.' Learn more about the gala and see how to attend!

THE PROUD FAMILY: LOUDER AND PROUDER to Return for Season 3 in August
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2025

Season three of “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” will premiere Thursday, Aug. 6 on Disney+. Ahead of the summer debut, the series has also been renewed for a fourth season, coming to Disney+ in 2026.  

Octavia Spencer to Host New Food Network Series FAMILY RECIPE SHOWDOWN
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2025

Academy Award®-winning actress Octavia Spencer returns to her Southern roots this summer in the new home cooking competition Family Recipe Showdown, arriving in July.

THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Sets Season 4 Summer Premiere at PBS
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2025

THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE, PBS’s popular cooking competition series, will return for its fourth season on Friday, July 11, with eight new home cooks from across the United States ready to showcase their signature dishes that reflect their unique backgrounds and culinary stories.

Videos You Missed This Week: GYPSY, THE GREAT GATSBY and More
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 28, 2025

2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is very much underway. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending March 28, 2025 with videos from Gypsy, The Great Gatsby, and more!

Photos: OTHELLO Brings Out Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez and More on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

The stars came out to celebrate at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where Shakespeare's Othello took its first official Broadway bow in the 21st century. Go inside opening night as President Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez, Peter Dinklage, and more turned up on the red carpet! Check out photos here.

Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at OTHELLO Opening Night
by Joey Mervis - Mar 24, 2025

Watch video highlights from the star-studded red carpet, which included special guests Jamie Lee Curtis, Danielle Brooks, Blair Underwood, Coleman Domingo, Al Roker, Liev Schreiber, Rosie Perez and many more!

Al Roker Animated Series WEATHER HUNTERS Sets PBS Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2025

PBS KIDS has announced the premiere date of WEATHER HUNTERS, a new animated STEM series for viewers ages 5-8 from Al Roker Entertainment (ARE), the production company helmed by Al Roker, Emmy-winning weatherman and host from TODAY.

TODAY's Hoda Kotb & Al Roker Return for NBC's 136th Rose Parade Coverage
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 23, 2024

Per tradition, NBC will ring in the new year with a live broadcast of the 136th Rose Parade. TODAY co-anchor Hoda Kotb and TODAY weather and feature anchor Al Roker will return to the broadcast booth at Orange Grove Avenue at Colorado Boulevard for the telecast.