Joel B. New

Photos: Joel B. New Celebrates 20 Years of Original Musicals at The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025

On Saturday, August 2, 2025, composer-lyricist Joel B. New (Jonathan Larson Grant, MAC Award) celebrated 20 years of original musical storytelling with a dynamic concert at The Green Room 42.

JOEL B. NEW: CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF ORIGINAL MUSICALS is Coming to The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025

Award-winning songwriter and performer Joel B. New will return to The Green Room 42 to celebrate 20 years of creating and producing original musicals in New York City. Learn more and see how to attend.

Charles Sanchez Brings LIFE IS FABULOUS! to The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023

On Saturday, November 4th, 2023, at 9:30 pm, the Laurie Beechman Theatre presents a touching evening, marking the 20th anniversary of Charles Sanchez's HIV/AIDS diagnosis, led by the indomitable Mr. Sanchez himself and featuring the brilliant compositions of Joel B. New.

Filipino American History Month Launches With HERE LIES LOVE SINGS THE SONGS OF J. OCONER NAVARRO At 54 Below
by Sharon Ellman - Oct 10, 2023

Without a seat to spare in the room, the overwhelmingly enthusiastic patrons cheered wildly with each show stopping tune.  

BWW Exclusive: Ann Harada And More Perform “Closer, Higher, Thicker” From New Musical THE NEW PEGGY
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2023

Hear an exclusive new track from The New Peggy: Studio Cast Recording featuring  Ann Harada, Deb Radloff and Devil Ilaw performing the song “Closer, Higher, Thicker”.

THE NEW PEGGY Studio Cast Recording Featuring Ann Harada to be Released Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2023

Discover the excitement surrounding the upcoming release of THE NEW PEGGY studio cast recording, featuring the talented Ann Hard. Get all the details on when and where you can get your hands on this highly anticipated recording, and experience the magic of this enchanting musical.

Review: R.E.D. HAT FIGHT CLUB at The Green Room 42
by Kristen Morale - May 22, 2023

What did our critic think of R.E.D. HAT FIGHT SOCIETY at The Green Room 42?

R.E.D. HAT FIGHT CLUB Musical Parody to be Presented at The Green Room 42 on Mother's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2023

Just in time for Mother’s Day, The Green Room 42 will present the world premiere concert of R.E.D. Hat Fight Club, with Broadway performers in an utterly ridiculous and overtly queer musical parody.

THEY WRITE THE SONGS Returns to Don't Tell Mama This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2022

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has announced the return of THEY WRITE THE SONGS on Sunday, November 13 at 2 pm at NYC's Don't Tell Mama.

Nikka Graff Lanzarone, Amy Jo Jackson & More to Take Part in Joel B. New's Virtual 40th Birthday Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2022

On April 27th, award-winning musical theatre writer/producer/performer Joel B. New will celebrate his 40th birthday with the streaming concert '#JoelB40', a look back at some of his work's most memorable onstage moments.

Photos: Joel B. New's TEMPTING MR. LINCOLN Premieres In Concert At Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2022

Joel B. New’s Tempting Mr. Lincoln premiered in concert at The Green Room 42 on Saturday, February 12th (Lincoln's birthday), directed by Stanley Martin (Aladdin) with musical direction by Gillian Berkowitz (Lehman Trilogy).

Notting Hill-Inspired Gay Musical Romcom Premieres At Green Room 42 Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2022

Joel B. New's musical comedy Tempting Mr. Lincoln premieres in concert tonight at The Green Room 42. The concert is directed by Stanley Martin (Aladdin) with musical direction by Gillian Berkowitz (Lehman Trilogy).

See Judy Kuhn, Ricky Rojas & More at The Green Room 42 in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022

The Green Room 42 has announced their February line-up for in-person performances. Additionally, The Green Room 42 is excited to launch 5/5/5 Tickets – in celebration of their 5th Anniversary, five $5 tickets will be available for every show from February 15, 2022, through February 14, 2023.

Joel B. New Announces Casting Of TEMPTING MR. LINCOLN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2022

Benjwelo Theatricals has announced the cast for the upcoming world-premiere concert of Joel B. New's Tempting Mr. Lincoln at The Green Room 42 in NYC on Saturday, February 12th at 7pm ET. The concert will be directed by Stanley Martin (Aladdin) with musical direction by Gillian Berkowitz (Lehman Trilogy).

VIDEO: Broadway Sessions Returns to Spread Holiday Cheer!
by Ben Cameron - Dec 26, 2021

Nothing says 'holiday cheer' like the Broadway Sessions Holiday Show! It was an incredible evening full of performances from Paige Davis, Hannah Cruz, Avionce Hoyles, Kennedy Caughell, Patrick Page, Nathan Lucrezio, Javier Ignacio, Bre Jackson, Joel B New, Imari Hardon, Jessica Hendy, and teen vocal dynamo JJ Jenkins.

Listen: Act Two Of Podcast Musical UNDERTAKING CHRISTMAS Premieres Today
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2021

Act Two of the original romantic musical comedy Undertaking Christmas premieres online today. Written and directed by the American Theatre Wing's Jonathan Larson Grant and MAC Award Winner Joel B. New, the podcast stars a cast from Broadway and beyond.

Todd Buonopane, Jennifer Fouche, and More Star in Podcast Musical UNDERTAKING CHRISTMAS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2021

Benjwelo Theatricals presents Undertaking Christmas, an original romantic musical comedy podcast, Written and Directed by the American Theatre Wing's Jonathan Larson Grant and MAC Award Winner Joel B. New.

Broadway Sessions All Star Holiday Show is Back Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2021

Broadway Sessions, the beloved long running musical theatre variety show returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre LIVE in person this coming Thursday evening, December 16th. 

Joel B. New's UNDERTAKING CHRISTMAS to be Presented in July On Stellar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2021

For the month of July, Undertaking Christmas is back for Video On Demand viewing, exclusively on Stellar.

Joel B. New Announces Upcoming Livestream Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2021

Virtually join award-winning songwriter Joel B. New on his birthday as he performs songs from his latest projects, including Undertaking Christmas, Monkey Trouble Unleashed!, Mackenzie and the Missing Boy, Cabot Cove, and premieres from his brand new gay historical rom-com musical Lincoln Hill.