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2025 Recipients Revealed For The American Theater Wing's Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026

The American Theater Wing has announced the 2025 recipients of the prestigious Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative, supporting emerging theater talent. Learn more here!

Scots Duo Noisemaker are Recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grant
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Feb 19, 2026

Each person/duo will be awarded a $20,000 unrestricted grant in addition to a $2,500 Saw Island Foundation Recording Grant to support the production of new demo recordings that better represent the artist’s vision.

2026 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2026

The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO), along with Spectrum News NY1, announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Obie Awards. We have the full list of winners!

The American Theatre Wing Unveils Leadership Renewal and Key Promotions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026

The American Theatre Wing today has revealed a series of leadership renewals and promotions designed to support the organization’s continued expansion and long-term vision.

Photos: 2025 American Theatre Wing Gala Celebrates 'Unsung Heroes'
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

The American Theatre Wing held its annual fall gala on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street, with this year’s event honoring the “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry.” Check out photos from inside the star-studded event!

Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bernadette Peters and More Portraits from the 2025 American Theatre Wing Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

The American Theatre Wing held its annual fall gala on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street, with this year’s event honoring the “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry.” Check out the star-studded photo portrait gallery from the event here!

The American Theatre Wing to Launch The Gavin Creel Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025

The American Theatre Wing in partnership with Tony Award Winner Celia Keenan-Bolger, Tony Award Nominee Sara Bareilles, Catherine Brunell, and a collection of Gavin’s friends, are launching The Gavin Creel Fellowship. Learn more.

Gary Edwin Robinson Named 2025 Winner of Excellence in Theatre Education Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Gary Edwin Robinson, head of the Theatre Arts Program at Boys and Girls High School in Brooklyn, N.Y., has been selected as the 2025 winner of the Excellence in Theatre Education Award.

Photos: Hanging with the 2025 Tony Award Nominees
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2025

It's Tonys season! A total of 130 Tony Award nominations went out in 26 categories for the spectacular work of Broadway artists this season. All of the nominees were celebrated as they met the press for the first time.  Check out pics of the nominees here!

Interview: Mike Isaacson And Kwofe Coleman React to The Muny's Regional Theatre Tony Award
by James Lindhorst - May 8, 2025

On Wednesday, the Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that The Muny is the recipient of the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor recognizes a theatre company that displays a continuous level of artistic achievement that has contributed to the growth of theatre nationally. Immediately following the announcement, Broadway World had the opportunity to sit down with The Muny’s Artistic Director & Executive Producer Mike Isaacson, and the Muny’s President & CEO Kwofe Coleman, to get their reactions.  

The Muny to Receive the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025

The Muny — the Municipal Theatre Association of St. Louis — will be the recipient of the 2025 Regional Theatre Tony Award. Learn more about The Muny and about the awards here!

Celia Keenan-Bolger Will Receive the 2025 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2025

The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that Celia Keenan-Bolger will receive the 2025 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her unwavering dedication to advocacy work through the arts.

Great Performances, New 42, and More Will Receive 2025 Tony Honors
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025

The Tony Awards Administration Committee will present the 2025 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to four contributors to the Broadway industry. Learn more here!

How are Tony Nominees Decided?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 25, 2025

For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.

Harvey Fierstein Will Receive a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2025

The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that legendary actor and writer, and four-time Tony Award winner, Harvey Fierstein will receive the 2025 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.

Photos: Larry Owens and More at Jonathan Larson Grant Celebration Gala
by Robert Diamond - Apr 3, 2025

The American Theatre Wing, under the direction of President and CEO Heather Hitchens, held a special concert reception honoring the 2024 winners of the coveted Jonathan Larson Grant at Joe’s Pub. See photos here!

Joriah Kwamé and More Named as 2024 Jonathan Larson Grant Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of the 2024 Jonathan Larson Grant, the annual prize awarded to exceptional emerging musical theatre composers, lyricists, and librettists, or writing teams. Learn more!

Cynthia Erivo Will Host the 2025 Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 19, 2025

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Tony, Emmy, and GRAMMY Award-winner and three-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo will host The 78th Annual Tony Awards, which will honor the incredible artistry of the 2024-2025 Broadway season.

Photos: The 68th Annual OBIE Awards Welcome Cole Escola, Diane Wiest and More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

The American Theatre Wing recently announced the winners of the esteemed Obie  Awards. The recipients of the 68th Annual Awards, Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. Check out photos from the event featuring Cole Escola, Dianne Weist, the company of Cats: The Jellicle Ball and more. 

2024 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2025

The American Theatre Wing has just announced the winners of the esteemed Obie  Awards-Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. We have the full list here!