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2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Check out the full list here!

Listen: DRAG: THE MUSICAL Live Cast Album Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2025

In celebration of DRAG: The Musical’s dynamite Off-Broadway run at New World Stages, DRAG: The Musical LIVE (The Cast Recording) is now available. Listen to it here!

2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2025

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the nominees for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. We have the full list of nominees here!

DRAG: THE MUSICAL Sets Live Cast Album Featuring Liza Minnelli
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025

In celebration of DRAG: The Musical’s dynamite off-Broadway run at New World Stages, the team behind the show will release ‘DRAG: The Musical LIVE (The Cast Recording)’ on April 25th.

Photos: Inside Chappell Roan's Visit to DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 8, 2025

Drag the Musical turned into the Pink Pony Club when pop star Chappell Roan came to see the show! BroadwayWorld was present to capture the moment when the recent Grammy winner greeted Alaska, Nick Adams, and the cast of the Off-Broadway musical.

Betsy Wolfe Will Lead Off-Broadway Premiere of JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

Betsy Wolfe will lead the off-Broadway premiere of JOY: A New True Musical, based on the life of trailblazing businesswoman and inventor Joy Mangano.

Tamika Lawrence & More to Join Alaska Thunderf*ck in DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Alaska Thunderf*ck will return to the role of Kitty Galloway in Drag: The Musical at New World Stages. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: DRAG: THE MUSICAL Releases New Look At JIMBO and Adam Pascal
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025

Check out brand new photos of JIMBO and Adam Pascal in DRAG: The Musical, playing now at New World Stages. JIMBO plays their final performance as Kitty Galloway on February 7, 2025.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Gov. Hochul Proposes Extending Broadway Tax Incentives, Australia’s Post-Pandemic Recovery
by Alex Freeman - Feb 3, 2025

From Las Vegas' scrappy local theater scene to Australia's steady post-pandemic recovery, creativity continues to thrive against the odds. Major funding initiatives, including the UK’s £60 million package and New York’s proposed tax credit extension, demonstrate the vital role government support plays in sustaining the arts. Additionally, we celebrate new beginnings with the reopening of NYC’s West Bank Cafe and Cygnet Theatre’s upcoming Performing Arts Center. Finally, we spotlight BroadwayWorld’s 'Next On Stage' winners and insights into audience preferences for live events.

REEFER MADNESS: New Los Angeles Cast Recording Out Now on CD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

The new album Reefer Madness: New Los Angeles Cast Recording, featuring the full cast from its critically acclaimed 25th Anniversary Los Angeles revival, is available on CD today. Learn more.

Alaska Thunderf*ck Will Return to DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Alaska Thunderf*ck is set to return to the cast of DRAG: The Musical, in the role of Kitty Galloway. The production has also extended its run, with tickets available through June 1, 2025.

AMDA Students Take Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - Jan 22, 2025

Two students from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) will be taking over our Instagram today to show our followers what's it like to attend the performing arts institution. Follow along with Emma Symonds and Fernanda Becher now!

Photos: Inside the Next On Stage: Season 5 Finale at 54 Below
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 20, 2025

After performing and receiving feedback from the judges, Emersyn Hunt and Kristabel Kenta-Bibi were crowned the winners of this 5th season, receiving an AMDA Emerging Artists Scholarship.

Video: Watch the Finale of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 19, 2025

Tune in for the live finale to find out who will be crowned the winners of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, sponsored by AMDA. Watch the full video here.

Photo: DRAG: The Musical Celebrates JIMBO's First Performance as Kitty Galloway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

JIMBO, the beloved drag clown and winner of 'RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 8,' began performances in DRAG: The Musical on January 13, 2025. See photos here!

Listen: REEFER MADNESS Releases New Los Angeles Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Reefer Madness: New Los Angeles Cast Recording, featuring the full cast from its 25th Anniversary Los Angeles revival, is available now! The full album can be found on CD and streaming and digital formats. Listen to the full album below!

Broadway Streaming Guide: January 2025 - Where to Watch THE FRONT ROOM, A DIFFERENT MAN, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 30, 2024

2024 has taken a bow, and lights are up on 2025. As the new year begins, Broadway fans have several new titles to stream, along with some throwbacks as well. Take a look here for the full list of movies, television, and music you should stream this January!

Broadway Buying Guide: December 30, 2024- It's GYPSY's Turn on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 30, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 30, 2024.

Broadway Buying Guide: December 23, 2024- HAMILTON Is Back on Top
by Team BWW - Dec 23, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 23, 2024.

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 3
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 20, 2024

BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, will air new episodes on Friday, December 20. Tune in at 7pm and 9pm ET for the High School and College live results shows, respectively.