David Lai
Broadway: Evita, Mary Poppins, Bonnie & Clyde, Wonderland, South Pacific, Woman In White, Jesus Christ Superstar, Riverdance. Broadway conductor: Miss Saigon and The Phantom of the Opera for last 15 years.
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Broadway: Evita, Mary Poppins, Bonnie & Clyde, Wonderland, South Pacific, Woman In White, Jesus Christ Superstar, Riverdance. Broadway conductor: Miss Saigon and The Phantom of the Opera for last 15 years. Producer: West Side Story (Grammy); Promises, Promises, South Pacific (Grammy noms).
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[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
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Videos
Video: Go Inside the First Rehearsal For BASURA at Alliance Theatre
by Michael Major - 2026-04-24 15:58:42
Listen: Gloria Onitiri Sings 'Our Lady of the Underground' in New Single From HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - 2026-01-16 09:43:43
Video: 'Way Down Hadestown' From HADESTOWN: LIVE IN LONDON Cast Album
by Stephi Wild - 2024-12-06 09:45:52
VIDEO: First Look Inside Rehearsals For Ballroom Inspired Production of CATS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-30 14:59:30
Video: The Cast of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Perform 'Our Time' in New Music Video
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-12 10:57:14
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Cast Performs the Title Song in New Music Video
by Stephi Wild - 2023-11-15 10:22:45
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Celebrates Surprise Cast Album Release
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-11-14 23:50:01
Photos & Video: Get a First Look at COME FROM AWAY 2023-24 National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-10-27 12:45:59
Video: Ben Crawford, Emilie Kouatchou, and John Riddle Sing 'Think of Me' From THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Stephi Wild - 2023-04-14 10:57:28
VIDEO: FUNNY GIRL Announces Broadway Closing; New Performance Montage
by Team BWW - 2023-03-02 08:59:20
FUNNY GIRL Cast Recording Will Be Released Tomorrow; Watch Lea Michele Sing 'Don't Rain on My Parade'
by Stephi Wild - 2022-11-17 08:30:20
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Full Cast Set for Andy Karl-Led A CHRISTMAS CAROL at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026
The full cast has been revealed for the return of Matthew Warchus' production of Charles Dickens' immortal classic, A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at Perelman Performing Arts Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026
The full cast has been revealed for the return of Matthew Warchus' production of Charles Dickens' immortal classic, A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne at Perelman Performing Arts Center.
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.
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.
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.
Itzhak Perlman Pairs Violin with Ella Fitzgerald on "Someone to Watch Over Me"
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
Violinist Itzhak Perlman released a new recording of the George Gershwin classic featuring Ella Fitzgerald's voice, the second single from his album THE WAY WE WERE: MY AMERICAN SONGBOOK.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
Violinist Itzhak Perlman released a new recording of the George Gershwin classic featuring Ella Fitzgerald's voice, the second single from his album THE WAY WE WERE: MY AMERICAN SONGBOOK.
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.
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.
Itzhak Perlman to Release THE WAY WE WERE: MY AMERICAN SONGBOOK
by Rachel Stone - Aug 31, 2026
Itzhak Perlman will release his first new album in more than a decade, featuring new orchestral arrangements of American Songbook classics and a collaboration with Jon Batiste on "Summertime."
by Rachel Stone - Aug 31, 2026
Itzhak Perlman will release his first new album in more than a decade, featuring new orchestral arrangements of American Songbook classics and a collaboration with Jon Batiste on "Summertime."
Cast Set for Public Works' PUBLIC RECORD at The Delacorte
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026
The Public Theater has revealed the cast for Public Works’ PUBLIC RECORD, a new original production by Public Works based on a concept by Emily Lim and Dan Canham.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026
The Public Theater has revealed the cast for Public Works’ PUBLIC RECORD, a new original production by Public Works based on a concept by Emily Lim and Dan Canham.
HADESTOWN to Open Starlight's 75th Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical HADESTOWN is set to kick off Starlight's 75th Broadway season as part of the AdventHealth Broadway Series in Kansas City.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical HADESTOWN is set to kick off Starlight's 75th Broadway season as part of the AdventHealth Broadway Series in Kansas City.
Photos: Mandy Gonzalez, Jaci Calderon, and More in BASURA at Alliance Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for the world premiere production of BASURA, a new musical with original music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, premiering at Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia. Check out photos of the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for the world premiere production of BASURA, a new musical with original music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, premiering at Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia. Check out photos of the cast here!
Video: Go Inside the First Rehearsal For BASURA at Alliance Theatre
by Michael Major - Apr 24, 2026
Rehearsals are officially underway for Basura, which features music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, at the Alliance Theatre! The video features Jaci Calderon, who leads the production, with Mandy Gonzalez, Kevin Del Aguila, and more.
by Michael Major - Apr 24, 2026
Rehearsals are officially underway for Basura, which features music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, at the Alliance Theatre! The video features Jaci Calderon, who leads the production, with Mandy Gonzalez, Kevin Del Aguila, and more.
Mandy Gonzalez, Kevin Del Aguila and More to Lead Gloria Estefan's BASURA World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026
The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere production of Basura, a new musical with original music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, premiering at Alliance Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026
The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere production of Basura, a new musical with original music and lyrics by Gloria Estefan and Emily Estefan, premiering at Alliance Theatre.
Listen to the 2026 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026
Before the 2026 winner is announced on Sunday, February 1, take a listen to all five of the 2026 Grammy-nominated albums, including Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026
Before the 2026 winner is announced on Sunday, February 1, take a listen to all five of the 2026 Grammy-nominated albums, including Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending.
Listen: Gloria Onitiri Sings 'Our Lady of the Underground' in New Single From HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
An all new single, “Our Lady of the Underground”, had been released from Hadestown. The track features Gloria Onitiri, who performed the role of Persephone in the Original West End company. Listen here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026
An all new single, “Our Lady of the Underground”, had been released from Hadestown. The track features Gloria Onitiri, who performed the role of Persephone in the Original West End company. Listen here!
Video: Watch Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, & GYPSY Stars Perform Grammy Museum Concert
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2025
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson, and Kevin Csolak performed for the GRAMMY Museum's “A New York Evening Celebrating Gypsy” last week. The video features performances of 'Now All I Need Is the Girl,' 'If Mama Was Married,' and 'Some People.'
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2025
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson, and Kevin Csolak performed for the GRAMMY Museum's “A New York Evening Celebrating Gypsy” last week. The video features performances of 'Now All I Need Is the Girl,' 'If Mama Was Married,' and 'Some People.'
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods and More to Perform at A NEW YORK EVENING CELEBRATING GYPSY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson, and Kevin Csolak will perform as part of the GRAMMY Museum's event “A New York Evening Celebrating Gypsy” at WNYC’s The Greene Space.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025
Audra McDonald, Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson, and Kevin Csolak will perform as part of the GRAMMY Museum's event “A New York Evening Celebrating Gypsy” at WNYC’s The Greene Space.
Video: Raul Esparza Talks THE SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS On NBC New York
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
Four time Tony-nominee Raúl Esparza recently spoke with NBC New York about taking on the role of J.J. Hunsecker in MasterVoices’ newly revised concert edition of Sweet Smell of Success. Watch the video!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
Four time Tony-nominee Raúl Esparza recently spoke with NBC New York about taking on the role of J.J. Hunsecker in MasterVoices’ newly revised concert edition of Sweet Smell of Success. Watch the video!
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, GYPSY & More Nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album at 2026 GRAMMYS
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
The cast albums for Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending have all been nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
The cast albums for Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending have all been nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards.
Ali Louis Bourzgui, Noah J. Ricketts & Aline Mayagoitia Join Mastervoices’ SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025
MasterVoices has announced the full cast for its newly revised concert edition of the musical Sweet Smell of Success, running for three performances on November 21–22, 2025, at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025
MasterVoices has announced the full cast for its newly revised concert edition of the musical Sweet Smell of Success, running for three performances on November 21–22, 2025, at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall.
HADESTOWN To Return To Philadelphia At The Forrest Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2025
Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will return to Philadelphia. Learn more about the December 2025 return!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2025
Hadestown, the winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will return to Philadelphia. Learn more about the December 2025 return!
GYPSY 2024 Broadway Cast Recording 2-LP Vinyl/Book Edition Now Available
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
The 2-LP vinyl/book edition of Gypsy: 2024 Broadway Cast Recording – starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald – is available now. Learn more and see how to purchase!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
The 2-LP vinyl/book edition of Gypsy: 2024 Broadway Cast Recording – starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald – is available now. Learn more and see how to purchase!
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