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Photos: Go Inside The Festival Day 3 with Audra McDonald, Lauren Patten, Andrew Barth Feldman & More
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2026

The Festival triumphantly concluded their inaugural weekend at Kingston’s Hutton Brickyards Riverfront Hotel + Venue. Produced by Joshua Saltman and David B. Schwartz, the first-of-its kind celebration of Broadway’s greatest hits and brightest stars welcomed 2,875 attendees from 48 of the 50 states and featured 165 on stage performers across more than 30 programs over three days, including 30 musicians, 14 ensemble members, and 13 apprentices. At the end of the weekend, it was revealed that The Festival will return in 2027.

What It Was Like at The Festival and All the Details From the Epic RENT Reunion
by Michael Gioia - Aug 17, 2026

If you missed the nonstop Broadway-filled weekend at The Festival, BroadwayWorld has you covered with a full recap. The three-door outdoor event featured endless performances from your favorite performers all weekend long.

Photos: Inside Day 1 of of The Festival with Jasmine Amy Rogers, Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada, and More
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2026

The Festival kicked off on Friday at Hutton Brickyards Riverfront Hotel + Venue in Kingston, New York, bringing together more than 2,000 guests for a full day of live music across four stages. The inaugural day featured 12 programs spanning Broadway favorites and Disney classics, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of music and celebration. Check out photos from inside Day 1 below!

New Musicals by Betty Who, Laurence O’Keefe, Nell Benjamin and More Set for The Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2026

Seven new musicals will be showcased during The Festival's Previews of New Musicals program taking place on the Broadway Direct Main Stage. The program will showcase an exclusive sneak peek of selections from the new works.

Stephanie Sy, Mitch Wood, and James Daly Will Lead CINDERELLA Panto at Canadian Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026

Canadian Stage announced the full cast and creative team for its holiday Panto CINDERELLA, set to return to Toronto's Winter Garden Theatre with Stephanie Sy in the title role.

Andrew Barth Feldman, Lena Hall and More Join THE FESTIVAL; Schedule Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026

The Festival has released the initial programming schedule for the three-day outdoor event taking place at Hutton Brickyards Riverfront Hotel + Venue in Kingston, New York.

The Festival: What to Know About Broadway’s Weekend Event, How to Get Tickets, the Lineup and More
by Michael Gioia - Jun 14, 2026

Here is your complete guide to everything happening at The Festival, the three-day Broadway event taking place this August.

THE FESTIVAL Unveils Programming With Audra McDonald, Jason Robert Brown, Eva Noblezada and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026

The Festival has released initial programming for the three-day outdoor event taking place at Kingston’s historic Hutton Brickyards. The first-of-its-kind celebration of Broadway will feature three days of musical theater performances and activations.

Video: Alex Newell, Talia Suskauer And Jenn Colella Preview Performances For THE BROADWAY FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026

BroadwayWorld has your first look at the A-list lineup set to appear at The Broadway Festival this summer. Check out videos from today's preview featuring Tony Award-winnerAlex Newell, Talia Suskauer, and Tony-nominee Jenn Colella performing selections from stage and popular music.

Taye Diggs, Aiko Nakasone and More Join THE FESTIVAL Outdoor Celebration of Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

Taye Diggs, Aiko Nakasone, and Mitch Wood will join the star-studded line-up for The Festival, the three-day outdoor event taking place at Kingston’s historic Hutton Brickyards.

Canadian Stage Reveals 2026–2027 Season Featuring Paul Gross And Ann-marie Macdonald
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026

Canadian Stage Company has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring a mix of world premieres, returning productions, and large-scale revivals across four venues in Toronto.

GINGER TWINSIES to Present 'Let's Get Together' Talkback Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025

Ginger Twinsies will present a “Let’s Get Together” Talkback Series at the Orpheum Theatre in celebration of the final weeks of the show. Learn more and see how to attend.

Photos: New 42 Studios Celebrates 25th Birthday
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 8, 2025

Earlier today, New 42 Studios hosted a luncheon to celebrate 25 years of making Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.

Video: Watch the GINGER TWINSIES Reveal That Leaves Audiences Cheering
by Michael Major - Sep 4, 2025

Ginger Twinsies has released a video of Phillip Taratula's first entrance as 'Meredith Blake,' complete with a larger-than-life hat, similar to what Elaine Hendrix wore in the 1998 Parent Trap film.

Phillip Taratula Shares Backstage Scoop From GINGER TWINSIES
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025

In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Phillip Taratula who is currently appearing in Ginger Twinsies Off-Broadway. He takes us backstage at the Orpheum Theatre to share pre-show rituals, favorite moments, must-haves, and more!

Video: Elaine Hendrix Shares Why She Joined GINGER TWINSIES as a Producer
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025

This week, actor Elaine Hendrix joined TODAY to talk about producing the off-Broadway show “Ginger Twinsies,” a parody of the iconic film “The Parent Trap.”

Photos: 2 Stars of THE PARENT TRAP Visit GINGER TWINSIES
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025

Over the weekend, Dennis Quaid (the Parent Trap's 'Nick Parker') and Courtney Gilberto (the original Tie-Dye girl) paid a visit to the Orpheum Theatre to check out Ginger Twinsies. Both posed with the cast after the show and you can check out photos below!

Top Off-Broadway Shows for August 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 1, 2025

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for August 2025! See the list of BroadwayWorld's top shows here!

Photos: GINGER TWINSIES Celebrates Its Star-Studded Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2025

On Thursday, July 24th, the World Premiere production of GINGER TWINSIES opened Off-Broadway at the Orpheum Theatre. Written and directed by Kevin Zak, is a deliriously clever send-up of the beloved 1998 film The Parent Trap. Check out photos from opening night!

Photos: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for GINGER TWINSIES
by Jennifer Broski - Jul 25, 2025

You want the 411? The world premiere of Ginger Twinsies is officially open off-Broadway at the Orpheum Theatre! Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet, which included special guests Busy Phillips, Ingrid Michaelson, Marla Mindelle, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more.