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Stars Sound Off on Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at CON C DE CUBA
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 12, 2025

Con C de Cuba: Broadgüey y La Cubanisima is coming to Joe's Pub! On Monday, September 15 the venue will launch Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant blend of Cuban humor, music, and soul, directed by Henry Gainza and hosted by Claudia Mulet. Some of the performers shared with BroadwayWorld what the event what celebrating Cuba at this special event means to them.

CON C DE CUBA: BROADGÜEY Y LA CUBANISIMA Will Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Joe’s Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025

Joe’s Pub will present Con C de Cuba: Broadgüey y La Cubanisima on September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Directed by Henry Gainza and hosted by Claudia Mulet, the one-night-only Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff will feature an all-star Cuban cast and live music from members of the Buena Vista Social Club Band.

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, plus more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Tony & the Kiki Join Small Boat Productions' GENDERF*CKERY: A Trans Variety Show & Mutual Aid Mixer 
by Emmy Rice - Jun 14, 2025

Tony and The Kiki join Small Boat Productions' GENDERF*CKERY: A Trans Variety Show and Mutual Aid Mixer that will raise money for the Trans Justice Funding Project. Small Boat's Pride Month Celebration and Fundraiser will take place at 3 Dollar Bill on Tuesday, June 17 at 7 PM.

TO THE FRONT BALL Fundraiser to Take Place at Ridgewood's TV Eye
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024

Tony & The Kiki leads a 10-band, four-DJ lineup at the 'To the Front' Ball in Queens, supporting The Lower Eastside Girls Club and YWCA. The event highlights women and non-binary artists.

Soho Rep Gala to Honor Berwin Lee Brown New York / London Playwrights & Celebrate Raja Feather Kelly
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024

Soho Rep’s 2024 Spring Fête will honor Berwin Lee Brown New York / London Playwrights. The evening also celebrates Raja Feather Kelly. Learn more about the event!

Philly AIDS Thrift to Present Fall Fest and Block Party With Carnival, Pie Eating Contest, Dunk Tank, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2023

Philly AIDS Thrift will bring back their beloved block party and fall festival with a full day of free, family and fido friendly fun!  Philly AIDS Thrift 18th Anniversary Block Party will take place on Saturday, September 30th, 2023, with the streets opening at 12:00pm and closing at 6:00pm.

Review: Saucy Song Cycles Send Out Sassy Shade For Pride In LEAVES: SONGS OF OURSELVES FOR PRIDE MONTH at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Bobby Patrick - Jun 30, 2022

In all, our final event for pride was a perfect evening that reminded one that Walt Whitman was a super gay voice in a time you might think would not have allowed his candor, but that saw him hailed as America’s poet.

Liz Callaway, Emily Skinner, and More Hit the Stage This Week at Feinstein's/54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2022

Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 

BWW Review: SISTER ACT at Paper Mill Playhouse is a Delightful Musical Comedy Wonderfully Performed
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 6, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse wraps up their successful 2021-2022 Season with the beloved Tony Award nominated musical, Sister Act.  The Millburn theatre has brought the show to exciting new heights with elaborate staging and a wonderful cast.

Photos & Video: First Look at SISTER ACT Starring Nicole Vanessa Ortiz & More at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2022

Get a first look at photos and video of Sister Act, now playing through Sunday, June 26, 2022 at Paper Mill Playhouse (22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ). The cast features Nicole Vanessa Ortiz as Deloris Van Cartier, and more.

Performances Begin Tomorrow for SISTER ACT Starring Nicole Vanessa Ortiz & More at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2022

Performances begin tomorrow, Wednesday, June 1 for the Broadway musical Sister Act at Paper Mill Playhouse. Sister Act features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner, and additional book material by Douglas Carter Beane.

Nicole Vanessa Ortiz, Akron Watson, Jennifer Allen, and More Will Lead SISTER ACT at Paper Mill Playhouse; Full Cast Announced!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2022

The cast will feature Nicole Vanessa Ortiz (Paper Mill Debut, Smokey Joe's Cafe Off-Broadway) as Deloris Van Cartier, Akron Watson (Paper Mill Debut, The Color Purple on Broadway) as Curtis, Jennifer Allen (Carnival at Paper Mill, The Bridges of Madison County on Broadway) as Mother Superior, and more!

BWW Review: Raise Your Voice for Theatre Under the Stars' Lively & Joyful SISTER ACT
by Comfort Katchy - Nov 8, 2021

Based on the hit-film, Sister Act is a feel-good musical comedy that is bringing joy, song and laughter to the people of Houston. Sister Act tells the story of a nightclub singer (Deloris) who is forced to take refuge from the mob in a convent. The story brings brings audiences joy and laughter as Deloris turns the convent choir into a soulful chorus complete with a Motown repertoire. Patrons of Theatre Under the Stars are captivated as we watch Deloris maneuver through the the sudden celebrity of the choir jeopardizing her identity.

Paper Mill Playhouse Cancels SISTER ACT Starring Nicole Vanessa Ortiz and Nancy Opel
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2020

Paper Mill Playhouse has shared via Twitter that they have canceled their production of Sister Act starring Nancy Opel, Nicole Vanessa Ortiz and more.

Nancy Opel and Nicole Vanessa Ortiz to Lead SISTER ACT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2020

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Michael Stotts- Managing Director) has announced the cast and creative team for Sister Act with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner, and additional book material by Douglas Carter Beane, based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture Sister Act written by Joseph Howard.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of MISS YOU LIKE HELL at Baltimore Center Stage?
by Paul Smith - Sep 24, 2019

Miss You Like Hell recently opened at Baltimore Center Stage and the reviews are in!

Baltimore Center Stage Announces Cast And Artistic Team For MISS YOU LIKE HELL
by Julie Musbach - Aug 21, 2019

Baltimore Center Stage has announced the cast and artistic team for Miss You Like Hell, the season-opening musical of the 2019/20 mainstage season.  In kicking off the theater's 57th season, Miss You Like Hell will play in the Head theater from September 12-October 13, 2019.

Arianna Rosario, Anthony Alfaro, & Katie Goffman To Star In TWO THOUSAND MILES At The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2019

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents the new musical TWO THOUSAND MILES as part of their New Works series on Friday June 7at 9:30pm. Two Thousand Miles is an original musical with a book by Alyssa Williams with Morgan Bartholick, music & lyrics by Hans Zanger and Matthew DeMaria with some arrangements by Brian Fitzsoua. The performance will be benefitting the Arthritis Foundation's annual Walk to Cure Arthritis. 

BWW Review: ON YOUR FEET! THE EMILIO & GLORIA ESTEFAN MUSICAL at Bass Performance Hall
by Lorens Portalatin - Apr 13, 2019

BWW Review: ON YOUR FEET! THE EMILIO & GLORIA ESTEFAN MUSICAL at Bass Performance Hall