Rob Kolson
Rob is an Emmy-Award winning writer, director, composer and producer, and a proud alumnus of Chicago's renowned Second City comedy theatre. He owns Chicago's Apollo Theater, which recently hosted the Broadway musical Million Dollar Quartet for seven years, making it the longest-running Broadway show in Chicago's history.
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Rob is an Emmy-Award winning writer, director, composer and producer, and a proud alumnus of Chicago's renowned Second City comedy theatre. He owns Chicago's Apollo Theater, which recently hosted the Broadway musical Million Dollar Quartet for seven years, making it the longest-running Broadway show in Chicago's history.
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Video: Lorna Courtney Passes the Role of 'Veronica' in HEATHERS on to Kuhoo Verma
by Michael Major - 2025-12-09 11:36:27
Video: Watch the 'Heathers' Enter During HEATHERS THE MUSICAL's First Preview
by Michael Major - 2025-06-26 11:52:44
Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Celebrates Neil Diamond's Birthday By Singing 'Sweet Caroline' With Him on FaceTime
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-25 09:09:24
Video: Watch Barry Manilow Talk HARMONY on Broadway on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-29 13:55:07
Video: Neil Diamond Talks Life with Parkinson's and A BEAUTIFUL NOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-04-02 11:00:43
Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Sets Cast Recording; Go Behind the Scenes
by Stephi Wild - 2022-09-28 10:17:08
VIDEO: Find Out What's in Store from GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER
by Julie Musbach - 2018-05-14 16:11:07
TV: Meet the Rockin' Company of GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER
by Julie Musbach - 2018-05-08 13:57:10
STAGE TUBE: Cast of Off-Broadway's 50 SHADES! The Musical Performs on GOOD DAY NEW YORK
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-02-26 14:29:40
News
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Unveils Full Cast for North American Tour Relaunch
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL announced its full cast for the relaunched North American tour, beginning performances at Bass Concert Hall in Austin, Texas in November 2026. Jesse Labelle returns as Neil Diamond – Then, joined by Stuart Metcalf as Neil Diamond – Now and an ensemble cast.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL announced its full cast for the relaunched North American tour, beginning performances at Bass Concert Hall in Austin, Texas in November 2026. Jesse Labelle returns as Neil Diamond – Then, joined by Stuart Metcalf as Neil Diamond – Now and an ensemble cast.
I KILLED ANDY BREITBART to Return to Apollo Theater Studio This September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2026
Pam Dickler's solo show about a Chicago theater producer's collision with national political controversy will return to The Apollo Theater Studio for a limited engagement.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2026
Pam Dickler's solo show about a Chicago theater producer's collision with national political controversy will return to The Apollo Theater Studio for a limited engagement.
Joey McIntyre and Lesli Margherita Led RADIO GALAXY and More Set for Wallis Center 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2026
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills has added attractions to its upcoming season, including the play RADIO GALAXY, comedy performances and a hip-hop tribute featuring MC LYTE.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2026
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills has added attractions to its upcoming season, including the play RADIO GALAXY, comedy performances and a hip-hop tribute featuring MC LYTE.
I KILLED ANDY BREITBART to Return to Apollo Theater Studio in Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026
Pam Dickler's solo show I KILLED ANDY BREITBART, about a Chicago theater producer drawn into far-right political spin surrounding Barack Obama, returns to The Apollo Theater Studio for a limited engagement.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026
Pam Dickler's solo show I KILLED ANDY BREITBART, about a Chicago theater producer drawn into far-right political spin surrounding Barack Obama, returns to The Apollo Theater Studio for a limited engagement.
Video: HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Releases New Trailer With Peyton List, Kate Rockwell, & More
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2026
Heathers the Musical has released a new trailer, featuring the latest footage of Peyton List, Kate Rockwell, Kuhoo Verma, Jackera Davis, and more! The new video shows List and the cast performing 'Candy Store' and Rockwell performing 'Shine A Light.'
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2026
Heathers the Musical has released a new trailer, featuring the latest footage of Peyton List, Kate Rockwell, Kuhoo Verma, Jackera Davis, and more! The new video shows List and the cast performing 'Candy Store' and Rockwell performing 'Shine A Light.'
Video: Peyton List Gets Her HEATHERS Scrunchie as She Begins Rehearsals
by Michael Major - Jan 6, 2026
Peyton List joined current 'Heather Chandler' Jodie Steele on stage at Heathers the Musical, who passed the iconic red scrunchie onto her as she began rehearsals to play 'Heather Chandler.' Get a first look at List in costume in a new video!
by Michael Major - Jan 6, 2026
Peyton List joined current 'Heather Chandler' Jodie Steele on stage at Heathers the Musical, who passed the iconic red scrunchie onto her as she began rehearsals to play 'Heather Chandler.' Get a first look at List in costume in a new video!
Video: Lorna Courtney Passes the Role of 'Veronica' in HEATHERS on to Kuhoo Verma
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025
As Lorna Courtney took her final bow as 'Veronica Sawyer' in Heathers the Musical, she 'passed the mallet' to the production's new star, Kuhoo Verma. In a new video, Courtney hands over the croquet mallet to Verma before she joins the company.
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025
As Lorna Courtney took her final bow as 'Veronica Sawyer' in Heathers the Musical, she 'passed the mallet' to the production's new star, Kuhoo Verma. In a new video, Courtney hands over the croquet mallet to Verma before she joins the company.
HEATHERS Will Launch Tour of the US, UK, Australia and New Zealand
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 1, 2025
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Heathers The Musical, which recently made its return to New York City at New World Stages, plans to hit the road! Heathers will launch a US tour, beginning in Spring 2027, with tours across other parts of the world to come as well. Full details and dates will be announced in the coming months.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 1, 2025
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Heathers The Musical, which recently made its return to New York City at New World Stages, plans to hit the road! Heathers will launch a US tour, beginning in Spring 2027, with tours across other parts of the world to come as well. Full details and dates will be announced in the coming months.
Video: Watch the 'Heathers' Enter During HEATHERS THE MUSICAL's First Preview
by Michael Major - Jun 26, 2025
Elizabeth Teeter has shared a backstage look at her entrance during the first preview of Heathers the Musical. The video features the Beetlejuice alum as Heather McNamara, McKenzie Kurtz as Heather Chandler and Olivia Hardy as Heather Duke.
by Michael Major - Jun 26, 2025
Elizabeth Teeter has shared a backstage look at her entrance during the first preview of Heathers the Musical. The video features the Beetlejuice alum as Heather McNamara, McKenzie Kurtz as Heather Chandler and Olivia Hardy as Heather Duke.
2025 Lucille Lortel Awards- Full Winners List
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025
The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out updates from the ceremony here!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025
The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out updates from the ceremony here!
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL, OUR CLASS, THREE HOUSES Lead 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025
Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025
Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL Sets Final Performance Date; London Production in the Works
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
DRAG: The Musical will play its final performance Off-Broadway on Sunday, April 27, 2025. At the time of closing, the production will have played 215 performances and 24 previews. A London production is currently in the works.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
DRAG: The Musical will play its final performance Off-Broadway on Sunday, April 27, 2025. At the time of closing, the production will have played 215 performances and 24 previews. A London production is currently in the works.
Alaska Thunderf*ck Will Return to DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Alaska Thunderf*ck is set to return to the cast of DRAG: The Musical, in the role of Kitty Galloway. The production has also extended its run, with tickets available through June 1, 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Alaska Thunderf*ck is set to return to the cast of DRAG: The Musical, in the role of Kitty Galloway. The production has also extended its run, with tickets available through June 1, 2025.
Adam Pascal Will Join DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024
Adam Pascal will join the cast of DRAG: The Musical next month. Pascal will take on the role of straight man Tom Hutchinson starting December 11, 2024, following Joey McIntyre's departure on December 9, 2024. Learn more about how to catch Pascal in DRAG: The Musical here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024
Adam Pascal will join the cast of DRAG: The Musical next month. Pascal will take on the role of straight man Tom Hutchinson starting December 11, 2024, following Joey McIntyre's departure on December 9, 2024. Learn more about how to catch Pascal in DRAG: The Musical here!
Review Roundup: DRAG: THE MUSICAL Opens Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
Drag: The Musical officially opened recently, and the reviews are rolling in. Read the reviews for Drag: The Musical here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
Drag: The Musical officially opened recently, and the reviews are rolling in. Read the reviews for Drag: The Musical here!
Full Cast Set for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE National Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2024
Producers Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio have announced full casting for the multi-year North American Tour of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2024
Producers Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio have announced full casting for the multi-year North American Tour of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL.
Lead Cast Set For YOUR LIE IN APRIL West End Run
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
The lead actors have been revealed for Your Lie in April's fully staged 12-week West End premiere ahead of rehearsals starting next week.
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
The lead actors have been revealed for Your Lie in April's fully staged 12-week West End premiere ahead of rehearsals starting next week.
YOUR LIE IN APRIL Musical Will Open in the West End at The Harold Pinter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024
Just two months after two sold-out critically acclaimed concerts, new musical Your Lie in April The Musical is to get a fully realised West End production for a 12-week season.
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024
Just two months after two sold-out critically acclaimed concerts, new musical Your Lie in April The Musical is to get a fully realised West End production for a 12-week season.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
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