Lori Klinger

Rosie's Theater Kids 2025 Gala To Honor James Monroe Iglehart And Leslie Ziff
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Rosie's Theater Kids will host its annual Passing It On Gala: An Evening of Mentorship, which will be held on Monday, May 5 at 583 Park Avenue. This year's event is hosted by comedian Judy Gold and will honor Tony Award-winning actor, writer, and director James Monroe Iglehart and philanthropist Leslie Ziff. The event will be helmed by RTKids Artistic Director Lisa Danser. 

Meet the Talented Cast of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB as It Lights Up Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2025

Discover the vibrant cast of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB as they bring Cuba's golden age to Broadway. Performances start tonight at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Learn more!

Photo Special: Celebrating BC/EFA Executive Director Tom Viola
by Robert Diamond - Dec 16, 2024

All of us here at BroadwayWorld wanted to pay tribute to Tom, and to our strong partnership, by taking a look back with this photo gallery below. 

Rosie's Theater Kids Will Present Passing It On Gala, An Evening of Mentorship Honoring Charles Randolph-Wright
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024

Founder Rosie O’Donnell, and Founding Artistic and Executive Director Lori Klinger have announced that Rosie’s Theater Kids will honor writer, director and producer Charles Randolph-Wright at this year’s Passing It On Gala, an evening of performances celebrating 21 years of mentorship.

Photos: See Adrienne Warren, BD Wong, Krystal Joy Brown & More at Rosie's Theater Kids Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2023

See photos from Rosie's Theater Kids Gala!

BD Wong to be Honored at Rosie's Theater Kids Gala Featuring Judy Gold & Orfeh
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2023

Rosie’s Theater Kids will honor attorney Jay Cohen, and actor, director and writer BD Wong at this year’s Passing It On Gala, an evening of performances celebrating 20 years of mentorship.

Photos: See Jawan M. Jackson, Christopher Jackson, Isabelle McCalla & More at Rosie's Theater Kids Passing It On Gala 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2022

Rosie’s Theater Kids returned to the stage to honor CBS President and CEO George Cheeks and Broadway producers Cathy and Elliott Masie (The Prom) at this year’s Passing It On Gala, an evening of performances celebrating mentorship.

Christopher Jackson, Isabelle McCalla, Jawan M. Jackson & More to Take Part in PASSING IT ON Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2022

Founder Rosie O’Donnell and Artistic and Executive Director Lori Klinger announced that Rosie’s Theater Kids will return to the stage to honor CBS President and CEO George Cheeks and Broadway producers Cathy and Elliott Masie (The Prom) at this year’s Passing It On Gala, an evening of performances celebrating mentorship.

Rosie's Theater Kids to Honor Desmond Child at Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2021

Rosie’s Theater Kids will celebrate their 18th anniversary by honoring Grammy Award-winning and Emmy-nominated songwriter-producer Desmond Child at its annual gala presented both virtually and in-person on Monday, November 15 in New York City at The Whitby Hotel Theater (18 West 56 Street).

Lea Salonga, Jerusha Cavazos and More to Take Part in PASSING IT ON Presented by Rosie's Theater Kids
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2021

Rosie’s Theater Kids will present Passing It On, an evening of performances celebrating mentorship. Special appearances will be made by Tony Award winner and Disney Legend Lea Salonga and singer Jerusha Cavazos. The virtual event is scheduled for June 2 at 7 pm ET.

VIDEO: Watch Rosie's Theater Kids' Virtual Gala Featuring BD Wong, a Performance from the Cast of AIN'T TOO PROUD, and More - Live Now!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Oct 21, 2020

Together We Rise - Zoom In: Rise Up! is hosted by Rosie O'Donnell tonight at 7pm ET.

Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, October 21- with LaChanze, Heidi Schreck, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 21, 2020

Today (October 21) in live streaming: LaChanze visits Backstage Live, Our America: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation, and so much more!

VIDEO: See a Preview of 'IRL' From ZOOM IN: RISE UP! Hosted by Rosie O'Donnell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2020

Founder Rosie O'Donnell and Artistic & Executive Director Lori Klinger of Rosie's Theater Kids (RTKids) recently announced a virtual celebratory gathering, Together We Rise - Zoom In: Rise Up!, which will spotlight the incredible young people who make up RTKids.

Rosie O'Donnell Hosts TOGETHER WE RISE- ZOOM IN: RISE UP! Featuring BD Wong, James Harkness, Jawan M. Jackson & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2020

Founder Rosie O'Donnell and Artistic & Executive Director Lori Klinger of Rosie's Theater Kids have announced a virtual celebratory gathering, Together We Rise - Zoom In: Rise Up!, which will spotlight the incredible young people who make up RTKids.

VIDEO: Rosie's Theater Kids Present TAKE A ROSIE BREAK With James Monroe Iglehart and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2020

As kids across the country are settling into the new normal of online classrooms, leaders in performing arts education, Rosie's Theater Kids, is working with Broadway's biggest talent to develop a new virtual learning tool for kids to get out of their chairs and into the creative zone.

Jessie Mueller, Teal Wicks, James Monroe Iglehart & More Take Part in TAKE A ROSIE BREAK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2020

Remote learning, working from home, and video conferencing are all becoming a part of our daily routine. The screens that connect us to our social networks also can reconnect us to our inner wellspring of creativity. Rosie's Theater Kids (RTKids) is here to help us all take a break a?" a Rosie Break a?" from our online class or work task and ignite the imagination that makes all learning possible.

VIDEO: Watch Rosie's Theater Kids Perform 'I Got Music' at 2019 Gala!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 21, 2019

Earlier this week, ROSIE'S THEATER KIDS celebrated their 16th anniversary by honoring Elizabeth Matthews, CEO of ASCAP and actor, director, writer, producer, and philanthropist Ben Stiller at their annual gala hosted by Rosie O'Donnell at New York Marriott Marquis.

Photo Flash: Rosie's Theater Kids Honors Elizabeth Matthews and Ben Stiller at 2019 Gala
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 19, 2019

Just last night, ROSIE'S THEATER KIDS celebrated their 16th anniversary by honoring Elizabeth Matthews, CEO of ASCAP and actor, director, writer, producer, and philanthropist Ben Stiller at their annual gala hosted by Rosie O'Donnell at New York Marriott Marquis.

Photo Flash: Jessie Mueller Joins Rosie's Theater Kids at Summer Celebration
by Julie Musbach - Aug 16, 2019

On August 13,  Rosie's Theater Kids held their Summer Celebration fundraiser at the home of board members Marty and Joanne Homlish in Edgartown, MA. Actor and RTK Board Member BD Wong welcomed guests who enjoyed performances from Rosie's Theater Kids and Tony Award-winning Broadway actress Jessie Mueller(Beautiful). 

Jessie Mueller to Perform at Rosie's Theater Kids Summer Celebration
by Julie Musbach - Jul 26, 2019

One of the country's most dynamic and successful programs for the performing arts a?" Rosie's Theater Kids, located on West 45th Street in Manhattan a?" will make its 6th annual trip to Martha's Vineyard from August 11-17, it has been announced by Lori Klinger, Artistic and Executive Director of Rosie's Theater Kids (RTKids).