Desi Oakley

Desi Oakley, Angel Reda, and More Join NASH: A New Musical at Laurie Beechman
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

Ginger Snap Theatrics will present a one-night concert of NASH: A NEW MUSICAL at The Laurie Beechman Theatre, featuring Broadway veterans Desi Oakley, Angel Reda, and Erica Spyres in a story about ambition, regret, and resilience.

Performers From CHESS, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from Wicked; Chess; The Outsiders; Operation Mincemeat; Bigfoot! A New Musical; Going Bachrach: The Songs Of An Icon, and About Time.

Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and More to Perform at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

Dorset Theatre Festival Reveals 2026 Summer Season Featuring DECEIVED, THE UNDERSTUDY, ADVICE, and LOBBY HERO
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026

The Dorset Theatre Festival has announced its lineup for the 2026 season, featuring a diverse array of productions. The season will kick off in the spring of 2026 at the renowned venue in Dorset, Vermont. Audiences can expect a series of compelling plays and performances, details of which are outlined in the recently released press release. The festival continues to be a significant event in the theatrical calendar, attracting theater enthusiasts from across the region.

Breakout Star Josh Thone Makes His NYC Solo Debut At 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

54 Below will present the award-winning vocalist and rising stage actor Josh Thone in To: Wisconsin, From: NYC, With Love on April 4, 2026, at 9:30. Learn more here!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of PROTEST SONG at La MaMa
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 8, 2025

Now running at La Mama Experimental Theatre Club is the United States premiere of Protest Song, written by acclaimed Welsh playwright Tim Price and starring celebrated British actor David Nellist. Check out photos from opening night!

Watch: Desi Oakley’s 'Christmas on the Coast' Music Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025

Desi Oakley has released the official music video for her new holiday single, “Christmas on the Coast,” written by Dan Diaz and Martin Storrow. Oakley is known for Waitress, Chicago and more.

Listen: Desi Oakley Releases New Holiday Single 'Christmas On The Coast'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2025

Broadway actor Desi Oakley has released her new holiday single, “Christmas on the Coast.' Written by Dan Diaz and Martin Storrow, the track is a bi-coastal collaboration created between artists in Los Angeles and New York City. Check it out now.

Photos: On The Opening Night Red Carpet For TWO STRANGERS CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 21, 2025

The new musical Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) celebrated its opening night on Broadway with a red carpet full of family, fans, friends, and supporters. Visit the red carpet in new photos!

Broadway's Desi Oakley To Release New Holiday Single 'Christmas On The Coast'
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

Broadway’s Desi Oakley will release her new holiday single CHRISTMAS ON THE COAST on Friday, November 21. Fans can pre-save the track now at ChristmasontheCoast.com.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE.. Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from Ragtime; Wicked; Hadestown; Aladdin; Beetlejuice; Masquerade; and The Seat Of Our Pants.

WRITE OUT LOUD and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including WRITE OUT LOUD, FEAT. TAYLOR IMAN JONES, JULIA KNITEL, plus more. See the full lineup here!

TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.

Understudies & Alternates from MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, SUNSET BOULEVARD, & More Come to Green Room 42
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from MAYBE HAPPY ENDING; PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL; SUNSET BOULEVARD; MOULIN ROUGE!; BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL.

Video: Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Celebrate Jimmy Award Wins on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025

Jimmy Award-winning student performers Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes stopped by Good Morning America on Tuesday, following their respective wins during the ceremony Monday evening. Watch the interview!

GLORY RIDE to Have Two Industry Readings This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025

The new musical, Glory Ride, which tells the true story about Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who secretly saved hundreds of innocent lives during Mussolini’s Fascist reign in World War II, will have two NYC industry readings this month.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at the Jimmy Awards
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 24, 2025

The most talented teenagers from across the country took the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 16th Annual Jimmy Awards, hosted by Josh Groban.  BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!

Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Win at The 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 24, 2025

BroadwayWorld is excited to report that Chris Hayes and Fabiola Caraballo Quijada have won Best Performance by an Actor and Best Perfromance by an Actress. 

Video: Josh Groban Previews the 2025 Jimmy Awards on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025

Broadway alum Josh Groban returns as host of the 16th annual Jimmy Awards for the second year in a row. Ahead of the big night, the performer stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the ceremony. Watch the interview!

Video: Watch the 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2025

110 of the most talented high schoolers in the country will take the stage at the Minskoff Theatre tonight for the 16th Annual JImmy Awards. The 2025 ceremony will stream for free online beginning at 7:30pm ET on Monday, June 23. Tune in right here to watch live!