Kate Diaz

LIBERATION, OEDIPUS, REDWOOD and More Nominated for 2026 GLAAD Media Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026

GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has revealed the nominees of the 37th GLAAD Media Awards. 

DEATH BECOMES HER vs. MINCEMEAT Battle For Best Ensemble In The BWW Awards; Last Chance To Vote!
by BWW Awards - Jun 2, 2025

This is the final chance to vote for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!

A Brief History of FLOYD COLLINS
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 1, 2025

It’s not out of the ordinary these days for worthwhile musicals that originally premiered off-Broadway and then entered the canon to receive their Broadway debuts decades later. Floyd Collins shares this journey with shows including Assassins, Gutenberg! The Musical!, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, The Last 5 Years, Little Shop of Horrors, and Violet.

1 Week Left for the BWW Awards; MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Leading Over MINCEMEAT & DEATH BECOMES HER
by BWW Awards - May 27, 2025

The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!

Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 19, 2025

Show your support for shows like Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her, BOOP! The Musical and more.

REDWOOD Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2025

Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel, plays its final Broadway performance at the Nederlander Theatre following 17 previews and 127 regular performances

Photos: REDWOOD Cast Records Original Broadway Cast Album
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

As BroadwayWorld previously announced, Redwood - A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is now available on all streaming platforms. All new behind-the-scenes photos from the cast recording session are available now!

Listen: REDWOOD Releases Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Redwood is now available. Listen to the full album here and find out how to pre-save the upcoming physical release here!

First Standings Announced for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 12, 2025

The first standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.

Dr. Chelsea Clinton and Julia Butterfly Hill Join Idina Menzel for REDWOOD Talkbacks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025

Redwood will host two special post-show talkbacks ahead of the show’s final Broadway performance, featuring Chelsea Clinton and more. Learn more about the show here!

Idina Menzel Calls REDWOOD the 'Highlight of Her Career' After Closing Notice
by Michael Major - May 2, 2025

Idina Menzel is speaking out on Redwood's closing notice, labeling the Broadway musical as the 'highlight of her career.' She calls returning to the same theatre where she made her Broadway debut in Rent a 'dream come true.'

REDWOOD Will Close on Broadway This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel, will end its run on Broadway this month. Learn more about when you can catch the show here.

Broadway Streaming Guide May 2025: Where to Watch THE FOUR SEASONS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025

As Tony season kicks off, May sees a selection of new premieres, returning favorites, and more streaming content for Broadway fans. Take a look at the full lineup, which includes The Four Seasons, Poker Face Season 2, and more!

Video: Go Behind the Score of REDWOOD with Composer Kate Diaz
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2025

Go behind the music of the high-climbing new musical, Redwood, now playing on Broadway! In the videos below, visit with the show's composer Kate Diaz as she gives her insights into the show's opening number, 'Drive' and 'Back Then.'

Video: Idina Menzel Talks REDWOOD On-Stage Mishaps
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025

On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Redwood star Idina Menzel dished on her return to Broadway in the musical, becoming a certified climber for the role, and more. Watch the interview!

REDWOOD Will Release Original Broadway Cast Recording; Listen to 'In The Leaves' Now!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2025

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Redwood will be released next month. The digital version is available for pre-save now and the physical version is available to preorder. Learn more here!

Video: Idina Menzel Reunites with Couple 31 Years After Singing at Their Wedding
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025

Before Idina Menzel appeared in hit musicals like Rent and Wicked, the Broadway powerhouse worked as a wedding singer in the New York area. On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Menzel reunited with a married couple 31 years after singing at their wedding. Watch the segment!

Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda Visits REDWOOD
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 12, 2025

Lin-Manuel Miranda dropped by the Nederlander Theatre to visit the new musical on Broadway, Redwood. Check here for the photos from his visit with Idina Menzel!

Video: Watch Zachary Noah Piser Perform 'Still' in REDWOOD With Idina Menzel
by Michael Major - Apr 11, 2025

Watch Zachary Noah Piser perform 'Still' with Idina Menzel in Redwood on Broadway. The new musical, which features music by Kate Diaz, and lyrics by Diaz and Tina Landau. Watch the video now!

Video: Watch Khaila Wilcoxon Sing 'Little Redwood' from REDWOOD
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 8, 2025

Idina Menzel is back on Broadway in Redwood, the new musical that is now running at the Nederlander Theatre. Watch in this video as Khaila Wilcoxon performs 'Little Redwood' on the Nederlander stage.