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Chita Rivera Awards and NYC Dance Alliance Launch National Talent Search
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2026

New York City Dance Alliance Foundation (NYCDAF) and The Chita Rivera Awards are launching a nationwide talent search to discover and support Broadway's Next Triple Threat, an emerging artist who demonstrates exceptional ability in dance, voice, and acting.

Meet the Cast of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of The Queen of Versailles. Previews begin on October 8. Meet the cast of The Queen of Versailles here and read bios of the show's stars and cast!

Byrdie Wilson To Perform At Greenville Country Music Festival October 25
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2025

Rising country artist Byrdie Wilson will make her Greenville Country Music Festival debut on Saturday, October 25, performing a full set at 4:30 PM on the CCNB Amphitheatre stage.

Photos: The Lineup with Susie Mosher at the Green Room 42 - Sept. 9, 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 15, 2025

THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER is a wild, anything-goes variety show featuring artists from the Broadway, cabaret, music and comedy scenes. See a photo set from the September 9 show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.

Review: THE DRINKWATER BROTHERS Delivered an Auspicious Debut at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 24, 2025

Last night at 54 Below, we all got to witness what can happen when all things align. The musical choices were an Easter basket of “goodies” – and, then, a surprise visit from TONY winner Alice Ripley? Yes, it was that kind of night.

Photos: Elvira Tortora Celebrates 70th Birthday with THE BOOKMAKER'S DAUGHTER at Don't Tell Mama
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 6, 2024

Elvira Tortora, 2024 Bistro-Award Winner and MAC Award Nominee, celebrated a milestone birthday with an encore of her award-winning debut show The Bookmaker's Daughter on Saturday, October 5 and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out photos below!

Byrdie Wilson Announces Upcoming New Single 'Out The Bottle'
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 8, 2024

Country music star Byrdie Wilson has announced her new single 'Out the Bottle,' releasing on September 13, 2024. In celebration, Wilson will host an exclusive release party that night at Ole Smoky Distillery in Nashville.

Elvira Tortora Celebrates Milestone Birthday With Encore of THE BOOKMAKER'S DAUGHTER
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024

The bookmaker's daughter celebrates a milestone birthday with an encore of her award-winning debut show!

Byrdie Wilson Releases New Single 'Keep On Truckin''
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024

Rising country star Byrdie Wilson releases her latest single 'Keep on Truckin',' a heartfelt anthem about persistence and the pursuit of dreams, reflecting her journey of resilience and tenacity in Nashville.

Meet the Cast of THE GREAT GATSBY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

The Great Gatsby begins previews tonight, March 29, 2024, and is set to open on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at The Broadway Theatre. Meet the cast of The Great Gatsby here!

Interview: Michael Orland Enjoys/Loves Being Continuously Booked & Always Giving Back
by Gil Kaan - Mar 1, 2024

The consistently busy musical director Michael Orland books gigs on both coasts juggling the multitude of vocalists all vying to have his piano expertise to accompany them. One of his next shows in Los Angeles will be his Open Mic Event at the Write-Off Room March 22, 2024. Michael managed to answer a few of my queries during his drive to Palm Springs.  

Feature: CENTRAL ARKANSAS SHOOTING STARS: HIGH SCHOOL
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 25, 2024

Isabella Nguyen and Bee Golleher have so much experience, and when they hit the stage, they command your attention. That also holds true for behind the scenes as well. So, whatever they choose to do, I know they will make an amazing mark in their worlds.

Elvira Tortora Stars In THE BOOKMAKER'S DAUGHTER At Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023

Elvira Tortora in The Bookmaker's Daughter adds two new dates in 2024, featuring songs by John Kander, Fred Ebb, Frank Loesser, Stephen Sondheim, Lynn Ahrens, and Stephen Flaherty.

Country Breakout Artist Byrdie Wilson Releases New Single 'Where My Roots Run'
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023

Country breakout artist Byrdie Wilson releases her new single 'Where My Roots Run.' The song is an autobiographical montage of Byrdie's life, celebrating the strength and resilience that comes from embracing where we come from. Byrdie will also be embarking on her 'Where My Roots Run' mini hometown tour. Check out dates!

Elvira Tortora to Make Nightclub Debut with THE BOOKMAKER'S DAUGHTER at Don't Tell Mama
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023

Elvira Tortora shares her childhood story as the daughter of a bookie in Brooklyn through the songs of Broadway in her highly anticipated nightclub debut, 'The Bookmaker's Daughter.'

Eighth Annual Kristin Chenoweth Broadway Bootcamp is Coming to Broken Arrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2023

It's time once again for a bright light to shine on Broken Arrow as Emmy and Tony winner Kristin Chenoweth returns to town-along with some of her Broadway buddies-for the eighth annual Broadway Bootcamp, coming to the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center July 19 to 29.

Photos: Go Inside BroadwayWorld's Star-Studded 20th Anniversary Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - May 23, 2023

Sunday night was a very special occasion here at BroadwayWorld. The best of Broadway gathered at Sony Hall to celebrate a huge milestone- our 20th Anniversary! The concert event benefitted Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Review: BroadwayWorld's 20th Anniversary Concert Thrills And Satisfies at Sony Hall
by Stephen Mosher - May 23, 2023

For two decades of excellence, a concert like this was an embarrasment of riches and a right proper production.

Amy Irving to Release Debut Album 'BORN IN A TRUNK'
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2023

BORN IN A TRUNK features songs like 'Why Don't You Do Right' (which Amy sang as Jessica Rabbit in Who Framed Roger Rabbit) and Pino Donaggio's 'I Never Dreamed' (from her feature film debut, Carrie) that have been expertly arranged by Jules David Bartkowski (aka Goolis) to meld into a cohesive story-telling album.

Meet the Cast of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL; Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2022

A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical will begin preview performances tonight, November 2 ahead of a Sunday, December 4 opening night at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre. Meet the cast here!