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Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and More to Perform at 54 Below in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

Next month, 54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Vanessa Williams, Tony Danza and more. 

54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With Latrice Royale, Vanessa Williams and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026

54 Below will honor the Black performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Black History Month, featuring performances by Vanessa Williams and more.

Disney Musicals in Schools Launches 'Stage Connect', Free Teacher Training Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

Disney Musicals in Schools is launching Stage Connect, a new, innovative online teacher training program that will bring the magic of musical theater to more kids and schools across the United States. Learn more!

Video: Women of Disney on Broadway Perform 'Anything Can Happen' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

On Thursday, Disney on Broadway stars joined The View for a special performance in honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Theatre in our Schools Month. Watch their performance of 'Anything Can Happen' from Mary Poppins!

Nichelle Lewis and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including The Wiz's Nichelle Lewis, and many more. See the full lineup! 

See Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis & More in February at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.

54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With Sapphira Cristál, Joaquina Kalukango & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

54 BELOW wll honor the Black performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Black History Month. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos & Video: See Bening, Stokes Mitchell & More at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024

Check out new photos and videos from the Entertainment Community Fund Gala!

Photos: Go inside The Entertainment Community Fund's 2024 Gala
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2024

Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places.

Entertainment Community Fund Launches $160 Million ESSENTIAL Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024

Entertainment Community Fund is launching the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign, combining all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. Learn more!

54 Below to Present Young Gifted and Broadway in LIFT EVERY VOICE Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Young Gifted and Broadway in “Lift Every Voice” in celebration of Black History Month next week. Learn more about the concert here!

54 Below to Celebrate Black History Month With David Jackson & David White, Gospel Brunch, André De Shields, & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2024

Celebrate Black History Month at 54 Below with performances by David Jackson & David White, Gospel Brunch, André De Shields, and more!

Disney on Broadway Stars Reflect on Their Big Debuts and Dreams Come True
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2022

Many of Broadway's biggest stars had dreams of making their debuts, just like Nate. BroadwayWorld has checked in with cast members from Disney's The Lion King, Aladdin and Frozen to hear about making their debut and how they made their Broadway dreams come true!

VIDEO: ALADDIN & LION KING Cast Members' Full 'Don't Stop Me Now' Performance
by Michael Major - Nov 5, 2021

Cast members from Disney's Aladdin and The Lion King on Broadway performed on ABC's Queen Family Singalong last night, hosted by Darren Criss. Watch Milo Alosi, Tia Altinay, Lissa deGuzman, Bonita Hamilton, Mduduzi Madela, Brandon McCall, Michael James Scott and Adrienne Walker rock out in their full performance of 'Don't Stop Me Now' below!

Wake Up With BWW 11/5: Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo to Lead WICKED Movie & More
by - Nov 5, 2021

Today's top stories include the long-awaiting casting for the upcoming Wicked movie! It was announced yesterday that the film will be led by Ariana Grande as Glinda, and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba.

VIDEO: ALADDIN & LION KING Cast Members Perform for ABC's Queen Singalong
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2021

Performers Milo Alosi, Tia Altinay, Lissa DeGuzman, Bonita Hamilton, Mduduzi Madela, Brandon McCall, Michael James Scott and Adrienne Walker will appear on ABC's Queen Family Singalong, which will also feature performance by Darren Criss, Adam Lambert, Derek Hough, JoJo Siwa, Pentatonix, and more.

ABC Announces THE QUEEN FAMILY SING ALONG Hosted by Darren Criss
by Michael Major - Oct 15, 2021

ABC has announced “The Queen Family Singalong,” the fourth installment of its successful “Singalong” franchise, hosted by Darren Criss. The special will include performances from the Broadway casts of The Lion King and Aladdin, plus appearances from Adam Lambert, Derek Hough, Miss Piggy, Pentatonix, and more.

Photos: Casts of THE LION KING & ALADDIN Reunite at the New Amsterdam Theatre
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 16, 2021

Broadway has been dark for well over a year, but the circle of life will go on! The Lion King and Aladdin will return to Broadway this fall and just last week, some of the cast members of both shows (including Stephen Carlile, L. Steven Taylor, Tshidi Manye, Bonita J. Hamilton, Brandon A. McCall, Michael James Scott, Michael Maliakel, Shoba Narayan ,Jonathan Freeman, and Don Darryl Rivera)  gathered at the New Amsterdam Theatre to celebrate Broadway's return.

Pleasant Valley Productions Announces Season Lineup of Outdoor Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2021

Pleasant Valley Productions has announced the season line up, with performances beginning May 22nd, 2021. The Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center, located at 4 Boland Drive, in West Orange, New Jersey, is a beautiful outdoor amphitheater, perfect for a safe night out for the entire family.

The Roger Rees Awards Announces 2020 Winners
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2020

The Broadway Education Alliance  presented the 10th annual Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance, a celebration of high school musical programs, in a special livestream event tonight.