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Christopher Ryan Grant and Christina Bianco Will Lead THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025

Casting has been announced for the major new musical of The Ballad of Johnny & June, led by Christopher Ryan Grant and Christina Bianco. Learn more about the tour here!

Photos: LIGHTS OUT: NAT "KING" COLE Opens At New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop is now presenting Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole, written by Tony and Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo and NYTW Artistic Director and Usual Suspect Patricia McGregor, and directed by McGregor. Check out photos from opening night.

Review Roundup: LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE at New York Theatre Workshop
by Nicole Rosky - May 21, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop is now presenting Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole, written by Tony and Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo and NYTW Artistic Director and Usual Suspect Patricia McGregor, and directed by McGregor. Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole runs through June 29, 2025. Let's see what the critics are saying about the new play...

New York Theatre Workshop Announces Two-Week Extension For LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has announced that due to popular demand, Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole has extended its run for an additional two weeks.

Video: Dulé Hill Shares What Drew Him to off-Broadway's LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025

On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Broadway alum Dulé Hill sat down with the host to discuss some of his latest projects, among them the off-Broadway play Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole. Watch the interview!

Krystal Joy Brown and More Complete LIGHTS OUT: NAT 'KING' COLE Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full cast for Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole, written by Tony and Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo. See who is starring and learn more!

Lineup Set For the 13th Annual CHRISTMAS SING ALONG
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 7, 2024

An Upper West Side holiday favorite, the CHRISTMAS SING ALONG offers a uniquely warm and festive opportunity to sing in the season with Broadway performers and musicians. Learn more about the performance and how to get tickets here!

Patti Murin Takes Over Our Instagram For THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE
by Michael Major - Nov 23, 2024

Patti Murin is taking over our Instagram today! The Broadway favorite will be taking our followers behind-the-scenes of The Ballad of Johnny and June, now playing at The Citadel Theatre in Edmonton. Follow along on our Instagram story!

Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE Opens at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - Nov 19, 2024

To their adoring fans, country music power couple Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash had nothing short of a fairytale romance. Their enduring love story and illustrious careers take centre stage in Des McAnuff’s riveting new musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June. 

THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE Announced at The Citadel Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2024

Discover the story of Johnny Cash and June Carter in THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at The Citadel Theatre.

Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jun 12, 2024

La Jolla Playhouse world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June is now on stage! The new musical has book by Robert Cary (SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) and Playhouse Director Emeritus and two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy), music and lyrics by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash and others, directed by Des McAnuff.

Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 12, 2024

The best way to open this review on the world's premiere musical “The Ballad of Johnny and June” now playing at the La Jolla Playhouse through July 7th is the same way the show starts - with the fantastic music.

Video: Murin and Grant Perform 'Jackson' from THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 9, 2024

Watch Christopher Ryan Grant and Patti Murin as Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash perform 'Jackson' during previews for the world premiere musical The Ballad of Johnny and June at La Jolla Playhouse here!

Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024

Watch as the cast and creative team of La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June talk about bringing the production to the stage.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024

Get a first look at rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical The Ballad of Johnny and June, with book by Robert Cary (SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) and Playhouse Director Emeritus and two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy), music and lyrics by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash and others, directed by Des McAnuff.

Christopher Ryan Grant, Patti Murin & More to Lead THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for its world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Stars Arrive at THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 23, 2023

Second Stage Theater's production of Larissa FastHorse's play, The Thanksgiving Play, directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin, opened Thursday, April 20, at Second Stage's Hayes Theater (240 West 44th Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of stars arriving on the red carpet here!

Photos: The Cast of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 21, 2023

Second Stage Theater's production of Larissa FastHorse's play, The Thanksgiving Play, directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin, opened last night, April 20, at Second Stage's Hayes Theater (240 West 44th Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!

Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 66th Annual Obie Awards
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 28, 2023

Just last night, the American Theatre Wing presented the 66th Obie Awards, celebrating and honoring Off- and Off-Off-Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!

Photos: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for AS YOU LIKE IT at the Delacorte Theater
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 31, 2022

The Public Theater presents its Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Public Works' AS YOU LIKE IT, running through Sunday, September 11 at The Delacorte Theatre. The production opened just last night and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big event. Check out photos from the red carpet arrivals.