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Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 4th Annual Gala
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2026

On Monday, October 5, 2026 Black Theatre United (BTU) hosted its fourth annual Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. This year’s theme was “Work to Do.” The evening honored Paramount Chair of TV Media George Cheeks with the Accountability Award, Academy Award-nominated actor Delroy Lindo with the Advocacy Award and Tony and Academy Award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Photos: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Begins Rehearsals for Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 13, 2026

Rehearsals are underway as Tony Award and multiple Olivier Award-winning director/producer Jamie Lloyd announces complete casting for his critically acclaimed production of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing starring Tony Award nominee, Olivier Award winner, and Golden Globe Award winner Tom Hiddleston as ‘Benedick’ and three-time Olivier Award nominee, Standard Theatre Award winner, and Golden Globe Award nominee Hayley Atwell in her Broadway debut as ‘Beatrice.’ Check out photos from rehearsals here.

HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY to Host Costume Contest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026

Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody will host a special Halloween performance, where fans are encouraged to come dressed as characters from the show for a chance to win special prizes.

Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program Opens Applications for 7th Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026

Applications for The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program are now open. The seventh cycle of The CRR Scholarship Program will continue to distribute $100,000 amongst 10 recipients.

George Abud and Lilli Cooper Join SPRING AWAKENING Off-Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026

Emmy Award winner George Abud and Tony Award nominee Lilli Cooper join the cast of the Tony Award-winning musical SPRING AWAKENING. Cooper returns to the production nearly two decades after originating a role in the original Broadway production.

SPRING AWAKENING Off-Broadway Revival Extends Through April
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026

Spring Awakening has extended its Off-Broadway run through April 4, 2027, with tickets for the additional performances going on sale October 8.

Todrick Hall, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More Join Black Theatre United Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2026

Black Theatre United has added presenters, performers and co-chairs for its fourth annual Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. The evening will now include performances by Todrick Hall and Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers, plus more.

Tyler Jordan Wesley, Ashlyn Maddox and More to Lead SPRING AWAKENING Off-Broadway Revival; Full Principal Casting Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026

Complete principal casting has been announced for the Off-Broadway revival of Spring Awakening at Studio Seaview, directed by Danya Taymor and beginning performances November 27, 2026.

Photos: Troy Iwata and More Join HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2026

See new production photos of Troy Iwata as Shane Hollander and Shelby Acosta in Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody, now extended Off-Broadway through January 17, 2027.

HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Recoups Investment and Extends a Third Time
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody recouped its half-million-dollar budget in 13 weeks and extended its run at The Culture Club due to strong audience demand.

Ryan Duncan Shares Backstage Secrets From HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026

In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Ryan Duncan from Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody, who took us backstage at The Culture Club to share some of his favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!

Photo: Troy Iwata as 'Shane Hollander' in HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026

Troy Iwata is joining the company of Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody as ‘Shane Hollander.' Check out a first look photo of him in the role.

Photo: HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Celebrates 100th Performance
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026

HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY recently celebrated its 100th performance Off-Broadway at the Culture Club. Check out a photo of the cast celebrating the milestone!

Troy Iwata Will Join Cast of HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2026

Producer Alan Kliffer announced that Troy Iwata will join the company of Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody as ‘Shane Hollander’ beginning Monday, August 31. He succeeds Aaron Alcaraz who, as previously announced, will complete his run on Sunday, August 30. 

RAGTIME Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 16, 2026

Broadway says goodbye to Lincoln Center Theater's Broadway revival of Ragtime, which concludes its limited engagement at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre, following 21 previews and 348 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to A Few Good Men, which begins performances on October 8.

HEATED RIVALRY: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Will Release Cast Album; Listen to 'Gym Song' Now
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026

Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody will release an original cast album. The first single from the show, titled ‘Gym Song’, is now available to stream and download. Listen to the song here!

Wayne Brady, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and More Set For Black Theatre United Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026

Black Theatre United has announced the lineup of presenters, performers and co-chairs for its fourth annual Gala in October. Learn more about the upcoming event here.

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL To Receive Cast Recording
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 1, 2026

From the stage of the Broadhurst Theatre, “Tempress” Chasity Moore, who plays the role of ‘Grizabella,’ delivered the news that CATS: The Jellicle Ball, the wildly acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical revival, will record a cast album to be released this winter on Atlantic Records. 

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Gaten Matarazzo Guest Judge Filmed Performance of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2026

Ahead of its closing, Cats: The Jellicle Ball filmed a recent performance by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Gaten Matarazzo served as the guest judges.

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Announces Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 13, 2026

The ball is over. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Cats: The Jellicle Ball, the Tony Award-winning musical revival, will end its Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre on Saturday evening, August 8. Later this month, the production will be filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.