Richard Ridge

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 24, 2026- BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK Kicks Off With THE LOST BOYS and More
by - Jul 24, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Why LES MISÉRABLES Still Heals Audiences, According to Samantha Barks and Alfie Boe
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 23, 2026

For theater fans, Les Misérables has long been more than just a musical—it's an experience. Beginning July 23, Les Misérables: The Arena Spectacular arrives at New York's iconic Radio City Music Hall, bringing its acclaimed production to North America for the very first time. Ahead of the engagement, BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge caught up with stars Alfie Boe and Samantha Barks to discuss returning to New York, what the show has meant to their lives, and why its story continues to resonate with audiences around the world. Watch the full interview with Alfie Boe and Samantha Barks in this video.

Video: Lindsey Kraft & Ben Folds Give a Sneak Peek of WE'VE BEEN HERE BEFORE
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2026

We’ve Been Here Before: A One-Woman Musical will make its New York stage premiere off-Broadway this summer. Created by, written and starring Lindsey Kraft, We’ve Been Here Before is music directed by the Emmy Award nominee singer, songwriter and composer Ben Folds. Watch in this video as both chat more and give a special sneak peek of the new musical. 

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 22, 2026- Mark Ballas Returns to CHICAGO and More
by - Jul 22, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Mark Ballas Is Back in CHICAGO: Why He's Still Finding New Layers in Billy Flynn
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 21, 2026

Dancing with the Stars star Mark Ballas returns to Chicago through August 16, bringing his signature take on Billy Flynn back to Broadway for a limited four-week run. Fans can watch the full conversation with Richard Ridge in this video.

Video: Rosie O'Donnell Opens Up About the Deeply Personal Journey Behind COMMON KNOWLEDGE
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 20, 2026

Ready or not, here comes Rosie! Stage and screen superstar Rosie O'Donnell is returning to the New York City stage with her solo show, Common Knowledge, premiering Off-Broadway at the Daryl Roth Theatre on July 22. Watch in this video as Rosie chats more about what audiences can expect from the new show.

Video: Eva Noblezada Explains Why the HADESTOWN Movie Is More Than Just a Proshot
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 15, 2026

Eva Noblezada is revisiting the underworld in a whole new way. This month, audiences will have the chance to experience Hadestown on the big screen when the acclaimed production arrives in movie theaters, capturing the original principal cast in a cinematic presentation filmed during the show's West End run in London. Watch in this video as she chats more about bringing Eurydice to the big screen!

Video: Meet the New Stars of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING- Zachary Noah Piser & Hannah Kevitt
by Luka Vonier - Jun 29, 2026

Ready to meet the new stars of Maybe Happy Ending? Earlier this month, Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt officially joined the Broadway cast as Oliver and Claire, joining original cast members Dez Duron and Marcus Choi. Watch in this video as the cast discusses their new roles and performs numbers from the show!

Photos: Inside the Off Broadway Alliance Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026

All new photos have been shared from the 15th Annual Off Broadway Alliance Awards, honoring commercial and not-for-profit productions that opened Off Broadway during the 2025-2026 season. Check out the photos here!

Video: Tony Vincent Talks Broadway for Democracy and Using Theatre to Inspire Civic Engagement
by Luka Vonier - Jun 18, 2026

Broadway’s stories, songs, and stages have always united people — across backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives. Now, Broadway for Democracy is channeling that power to inspire participation in the democratic process. Through performances, nationwide events, and accessible resources, the organization is aiming to make it easier for everyone to register, vote, and get involved. One of the people behind this mission is none other than Broadway's very own Tony Vincent. Watch in this video as Tony chats more about the importance of being informed, engaging with government, and showing up to vote.

Video: Robert Montano Answers Big Questions About His New Play, SMALL
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jun 18, 2026

Small is back in a big way this summer! Following its 2023 production at 59e59 Theatres and productions around the country, the Penguin Rep Theatre production of Small, written by and starring Robert Montano. Watch in this video as he talks more about his journey to the stage and the support and inspirations he found along the way.

Video: Chrissy Metz Opens Up About Her Broadway Debut- 'Follow Your Dreams!'
by Luka Vonier - Jun 17, 2026

Chrissy Metz is living out a f*ckin' perfect Broadway dream. The television star steps into the shoes of 'Angelique' in & Juliet beginning tonight at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, marking her Broadway debut! Watch in this video as she chats more about her big debut!

Recap the 2026 Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2026

Another Tonys has come and gone! The American Theatre Wing's 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk, aired live last night from Radio City Music Hall, honoring theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway and wrapping up the 2025/26 awards season.

Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Life'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026

Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home a Tony Award for Best Musical. After the team left the stage at Radio City Music Hall, lead producer Lorne Michaels checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction! Watch in this video.

Video: Joshua Henry Is Living to Share His Tony Win with Caissie Levy and the RAGTIME Company
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026

Joshua Henry took home a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for Ragtime. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction! Watch in this video.

Video: Caissie Levy Reacts to Tony Win- 'It's All I Ever Dreamed Of'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026

Caissie Levy took home a Tony Award Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for Ragtime. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share her initial reaction!

Video: Ali Louis Bourzgui Says His LOST BOYS Cast Almost Broke the Elevator When He Won
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026

Ali Louis Bourzgui took home a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for The Lost Boys. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge.

Video: Qween Jean Reacts to Tony Win - 'It's a Tremendous Blessing'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026

At the Tony Awards, Qween Jean took home the award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for CATS: The Jellicle Ball. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share her initial reaction!

Video: Alden Ehrenreich Reacts to His Tony Win and Shares a Nugget He Learned from Angela Lansbury
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026

Alden Ehrenreich took home the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for Becky Shaw. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

Video: Jack Knowles Reacts to Tony Win- 'It's Dedication, Hard Work, and Appreciation'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026

Jack Knowles took home a Tony Award for  Best Lighting Design of a Play for Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!