Video: Jay Ellis Is Taking a Creative Leap to the Stage
by Robert Bannon - Jul 11, 2025
Jay Ellis joins the show to talk about his captivating new theatrical project, Duke & Roya, now playing at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Known for his standout roles in Insecure and Top Gun: Maverick, Ellis takes a bold creative leap into the world of off-Broadway as both a performer and producer. Watch in this video!
Top Off-Broadway Shows for July 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 1, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for the month of July! Learn more about upcoming Off-Broadway shows.
Photos: DUKE & ROYA Opens at the Lucille Lortel Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025
Check out photos from last night's opening night performance of Duke & Roya. In attendance were producers John Legend and Mike Jackson of Get Lifted Film Co., Naturi-Naughton Lewis and Two Lewis, and special guests Adrienne Warren, André Holland, Quincy Williams, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Angela Yee, Bevy Smith and more.
Photos: DUKE & ROYA Opening Night Red Carpet
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 25, 2025
Duke & Roya, written by Charles Randolph-Wright and directed by Warren Adams, is officially open at the Lucille Lortel Theatre! BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals here.
Photos: DUKE & ROYA Takes Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 25, 2025
Duke & Roya is officially open at the Lucille Lortel Theatre! The new play stars Jay Ellis, Stephanie Nur, Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee Noma Dumezweni and Dariush Kashani. The understudies for Duke & Roya are Ariana Afradi, Shirine Babb, René David Ifrah, and Jequrey Slaton. Check out pics from the opening nigh bows here!
Photos: DUKE & ROYA at the Lucille Lortel Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
Check out newly released production photos from Duke & Roya ahead of its opening night on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Performances began on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street), with an official opening on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Spotlight: DUKE & ROYA at Lucille Lortel Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Jun 13, 2025
Don't Miss Jay Ellis & Stephanie Nur in DUKE & ROYA - Tickets Start at $49. Jay Ellis (Top Gun: Maverick, Insecure) and Stephanie Nur (Lioness, 1883) ignite the stage in this gripping new drama about love, survival, and impossible choices.
Video: Sarah Snook Reacts to Tony Win for Best Leading Actress in a Play
by Joey Mervis - Jun 9, 2025
Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Sarah Snook took home a Tony Award for 'Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play' for her outstanding work in The Picture of Dorian Gray. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
Photos: The Company of DUKE & ROYA Meets the Press
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 28, 2025
The company of Duke & Roya met the press this week, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for some photos with the cast, creatives, and more! Check out the images below!
Photos: Inside the the 2025 Lucille Lortel Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 5, 2025
The 2025 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed in 16 categories, with three honorary awards also bestowed. Big winners included Here There Are Blueberries, Three Houses, Vanya, and more. Check out photso from the red carpet here!
RUNNING POINT Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025
The hit comedy series Running Point has been renewed for a second season at Netflix. In its debut week, the show scored 9.3 million views and ranked in the Top 10 across 83 countries.