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70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026

The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.

70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026

Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.

Listen: BLOOD/LOVE Releases New EP of Vampire Pop Opera
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2026

BLOOD/LOVE, the original vampire pop opera, has debuted an EP of the show, now available on all streaming platforms via Joy Machine Records. Listen to it now.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of HEARTBREAK HOTEL Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026

You can now get a first look at opening night photos of EBKM's (Eleanor Bishop & Karin McCracken) Heartbreak Hotel Off-Broadway. The piece is written and created by EBKM, and features Karin McCracken and Simon Leary.

Elizabeth A. Davis Joins the Cast of BLOOD/LOVE Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

Elizabeth A. Davis will join the cast of BLOOD/LOVE as Valerie Bloodlove at certain performances. Davis will take the stage on Thursday, April 2, Sunday, April 12, April 19, April 26, and May 3.

Review Roundup: BLOOD/LOVE Arrives Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2026

BLOOD/LOVE has officially arrived off-Broadway. The production will now continue performances through May 10 at Theater 555 in New York City. Let's see what the critics are saying...

Photos: BLOOD/LOVE Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 4, 2026

BLOOD/LOVE has officially arrived off-Broadway. The production will now continue performances through May 10 at Theater 555 in New York City. BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening night and you can check out photos of the company here.

BLOOD/LOVE Extends Off-Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

BLOOD/LOVE has extended its run off-Broadway! The production will now continue performances through May 10 at Theater 555 in New York City. Learn more about the show here!

Listen: BLOOD/LOVE Releases Opening Number 'Covenant I'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2026

“Covenant I,' a new single from the vampire pop opera BLOOD/LOVE, is now available. The track serves as the opening number for the musical, which is in performances at Theater 555 in New York City. Listen to it now. 

Photos: First Look at BLOOD/LOVE Off-Broadway at Theater 555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026

Blood/Love is now playing Off-Broadway at Theater 555. You can now get a first look at production photos. Blood/Love is a new original musical written by Carey Renee Sharpe and Grammy nominee Dru DeCaro.

Video: Inside a Killer Day of Rehearsals with the Cast of BLOOD/LOVE
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026

Rehearsals have officially begun for the new original musical BLOOD/LOVE, which will begin its off-Broadway run this spring at Theater 555, opening on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. In this video, check out a sneak peek and watch as the company explains what the new musical is all about!

BLOOD/LOVE Unveils Full Cast For Off-Broadway Run At Theater 555
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026

Blood/Love will begin its off-Broadway run at Theater 555 in February 2026. Written by Carey Renee Sharpe and Dru DeCaro, the new musical features a full cast of performers and is directed by Hunter Bird. The limited engagement is scheduled to run through late March.

Photos: In Rehearsals with the Cast of BLOOD/LOVE
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 22, 2026

The new original musical BLOOD/LOVE will begin its off-Broadway run this spring at Theater 555, opening on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, for a limited engagement through Sunday, March 29, 2026. Rehearsals have officially begun and BroadwayWorld is bringing you first look photos here!

Vampire Pop Opera BLOOD/LOVE Will Open Off-Broadway in February
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

The new original musical BLOOD/LOVE will make its way off-Broadway this spring. Blood/Love will begin performances at Theater 555 in February. Learn more about the production here!

Interview: Carey Sharpe Goes Dark in her BLOOD/LOVE
by Gil Kaan - Sep 23, 2024

A new popera, Carey Sharpe and Dru DeCaro's Blood/Love opens October 2, 2024 ( with previews beginning September 26th) at The Crimson. Daniel LeClaire directs the cast which includes: Dru, Carey, and doing double duty as choreographers Jonathan Platero and Oksano Platero.

BLOOD/LOVE A VAMPIRE ROCK POPERA Comes to Joe's Pub in January, Starring Constantine Maroulis, Jelani Remy, and Courtney Reed
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2023

BLOOD/LOVE an all new, all original, vampire rock popera comes to Joe's Pub starring three Broadway veterans, Constantine Maroulis, Jelani Remy, and Courtney Reed.

DANCE TO THE HOLIDAYS Will Come to the Ridgefield Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2019

Dance To The Holidays comes to The Ridgefield Playhouse on Sunday, December 8 at 4pm and 7:30pm. This holiday spectacular for the whole family stars a?oeDancing with the Starsa?? Mirrorball Champions Tony Dovolani and Anna Trebunskaya along with other celebrity pros from a?oeDancing with the Stars,a?? a?oeAmerican Idol,a?? and a?oeSo You Think You Can Dance.a?? Backed by a live band, see all the talent-based reality TV show stars up close and personal in an unforgettable spectacular, directed and choreographed by Jaymz Tuaileva from a?oeDancing with the Stars,a?? a?oeDonny and Marie's Las Vegas Christmas Showa?? and a?oeSo You Think You Can Dance.a?? Dance To The Holidays is part of Northern Trust Broadway & Cabaret Series, Bruce Bennett Nissan Family Series, and the Holiday Series, presented by La Quinta Inn & Suites, sponsored by Arthur Murray Dance Center of Danbury & Ring's End, and partially underwritten by Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings. Join us in the lobby before the show for a complimentary wine tasting courtesy of Treasury Wine Estates. The Leir Foundation Arts for Everyone Recipient for this show is SPHERE of CT with additional sponsorship provided by Union Savings Bank. Make it a great night out with dinner and a show! Visit Bailey's Backyard (23 Bailey Avenue a?? Ridgefield) for dinner and receive 10% off when you show your ticket! Media partners for this event are WEBE 108 and Macaroni Kid.

DANCE TO THE HOLIDAYS at The Ridgefield Playhouse
by Julie Musbach - Nov 8, 2018

Kick up your heels and kick off the Holiday Season with Dance to the Holidays with Tony Dovolani & Karina Smirnoff presented by La Quinta Inn & Suites at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Sunday, November 18 at 4pm and 7:30pm.

DANCE TO THE MOVIES Starring Lesley Ann Warren Steps Into Playhouse 5/18-20
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018

The Playhouse on Rodney Square presents high-octane dance extravaganza DANCE TO THE MOVIES for four performances, May 18-20. The show closes the Broadway in Wilmington 2017-2018 season, presented by Bank of America.

DANCE TO THE MOVIES Starring Lesley Ann Warren Steps Into Playhouse 5/18-20
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2018

The Playhouse on Rodney Square presents high-octane dance extravaganza DANCE TO THE MOVIES for four performances, May 18-20. The show closes the Broadway in Wilmington 2017-2018 season, presented by Bank of America.