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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025: Guide to Performers, Route, and How to Watch Live
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 26, 2025

Whether you plan to enjoy the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from the hustle and bustle of the sidewalks or the cozy comfort of your couch, we've got the full scoop on what to watch for, when to look for it, and how!

Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025

NBC will celebrate the holiday season with the “Christmas in Rockefeller Center' special, featuring performances from Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, and more.

Video: Broadway Casts React to Performing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2025

Watch a video of the casts of Ragtime, Just in Time, and Buena Vista Social Club celebrating the news that they will be performing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Industry Pro Newsletter: Leadership Changes in Opera Large and Small
by Alex Freeman - Nov 10, 2025

This week’s roundup highlights major leadership changes, funding shifts, and renewed investment in the performing arts. OPERA America has named Michael J. Bobbitt as its next President & CEO, while Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced $1.5 million in emergency food grants nationwide. In New York, The Joyce Theater Foundation received a landmark $15 million gift, and Broadway productions prepare to take the stage at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Regionally, Chicago’s cultural department faces a proposed budget reduction, Theatre Washington released a new industry impact report, and Houston Grand Opera appointed James Gaffigan as its next Music Director. Meanwhile, in the UK, opera and arts education take center stage with efforts to broaden access and strengthen creative learning.

RAGTIME, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, & More Will Perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

The 99th edition of the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will kick off the holiday season Nov. 27 at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones across NBC and Peacock. This year will feature performances from the Broadway casts of “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Just in Time,” and “Ragtime.'

Video: Lorna Courtney & Casey Likes Perform 'Seventeen' From HEATHERS on TODAY
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2025

Lorna Courtney and Casey Likes appeared on the TODAY Show's Jenna and Friends to perform 'Seventeen.' Watch the video of the performance and interview now!

Video: Tom Francis Shares His Mom's Reaction to SUNSET BLVD Tony Nomination
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2025

Tom Francis, who has been nominated for a Tony Award for his acclaimed performance as Joe Gillis in the Broadway production of Sunset Blvd, recently visited TODAY to discuss the nomination and his experience with Jenna Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie. Check out the interview.

Video: Idina Menzel Sings from REDWOOD and More at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 28, 2024

Idina Mezel returned to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to perform from the BronxZoo’s “Wondrous World of Wildlife” float. Menzel sang “Great Escape” from her next Broadway project- Redwood. Watch in this video!

How to Watch the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 28, 2024

Let's have a parade! The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. We have your complete guide on what to tune in for and how to watch!

Megan Hilty, Jennifer Hudson, & More Join NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 18, 2024

In a tradition spanning over nine decades, NBC will celebrate the holiday season with the annual lighting of one of the world’s most famous trees in the heart of New York City. Audiences will be treated to festive performances from an all-star lineup of musical guests.

Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, & More Added to Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2024

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has added some of the world’s biggest music and entertainment stars to the lineup, including Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, and Billy Porter. Cynthia Erivo and Cole Escola are also set to appear.

THE OUTSIDERS, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Will Perform on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2024

The iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is returning to kick off the holiday season! The parade will air live on NYC from 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. ET/PT on Thursday, Nov. 28. Among the performers this year will be the Broadway casts of “Death Becomes Her,” “Hell’s Kitchen” and “The Outsiders”.

How/Where/When to Stream the Vice Presidential Debate Live
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2024

On Tuesday, October 1st Ohio senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz face off in the Vice Presidential Debate, hosted by CBS News. Watch the debate on Peacock, with full coverage starting at 8PM Eastern on NBC News NOW.

Video: Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh Talk Bringing WICKED to Life on Screen: 'You'll Recognize the Show'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 26, 2024

In Paris for the 2024 Olympics, Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh sat down with TODAY to discuss the highly anticipated movie and tease what viewers can expect from the film. Watch the interview now!

Video: The Cast of STEREOPHONIC Performs 'Drive'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 11, 2024

The cast of Stereophonic made their television debut on Thursday, with a performance of the song Drive as part of TODAY's Citi Concert Series. Following the performance, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb caught up with Juliana Canfield who plays Holly in the Tony Award-winning play. Watch the performance and interview now!

Exclusive: Watch Christopher Jackson in New Clip From PBS KIDS and Sesame Workshop's TOGETHER WE CAN
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2024

BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive clip from Together We Can, Sesame Workshop’s latest collaboration with PBS KIDS. This new clip is from the episode 'Vote' featuring Tony-nominated Broadway performer Christopher Jackson. Watch it now!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2024
by - May 20, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend. 

Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'Ease On Down the Road' on THE TODAY SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 17, 2024

As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,'  the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'Ease on Down the Road' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Nichelle Lewis, who is playing Dorothy, discussed The Wiz with TODAY's Hoda Katb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 16, 2024
by - May 16, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch the Cast of SUFFS Perform 'The March' on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,'  Shaina Taub and the cast of Suffs stopped by the show on Wednesday to perform from the newly Tony-nominated musical. Ahead of their performance of The March, Tubb discussed the show with TODAY's Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!