Shani Talmor

Video: Watch BROADWAY BARES Rehearse an Austin Powers Dance Number
by Michael Major - Jun 22, 2026

Watch a video of cast members from Broadway Bares rehearsing an Austin Powers-inspired number! Matt Wiercinski and MiMi Scardulla lead the performance, which is choreographed by Billy Griffin.

Photos: Shoshana Bean, Frankie Grande, and More Announced As BROADWAY BARES: LICENSE TO STRIP Special Guests- Go Inside the Rehearsal Room
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has released exclusive rehearsal photos from Broadway Bares: License to Strip, the annual fundraising extravaganza returning to New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom for one night only on Sunday, June 21. .

BROADWAY BARES: LICENSE TO STRIP Set for June at Hammerstein Ballroom
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2026

Broadway Bares will return with a seductive spy twist at Broadway Bares: License to Strip, an espionage-inspired edition of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ annual event.

Rob McClure, National Tours of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and SOME LIKE IT HOT Among 2026 Helen Hayes Award Nominees
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026

The 2026 Helen Hayes Award nominations have been announced, recognizing outstanding achievement in Washington-area professional theatre. Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Round House Theatre, and dozens of regional companies are represented across performance, direction, design, and production categories. The awards highlight the breadth of theatre work presented throughout the D.C. metropolitan area.

Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA Journeys Back to Musical Theatre West
by Michael Quintos - Feb 17, 2026

Directed by James Vásquez with musical direction by Ryan O'Connell and choreography by Shani Talmor, this remarkably solid new production of the 1965 Tony Award winner boasts haunting visuals and superb performances from its assembled ensemble, led by a trio of excellent leads that offer three distinct portrayals of varying temperaments. This brand new regional revival mounted by Musical Theatre West—which recently opened its latest iteration of the show at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach—continues through March 1, 2026.

Musical Theatre West Will Open 2026 Season With MAN OF LA MANCHA
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

Musical Theatre West will open its 2026 season with the bold, moving, and visually striking musical: 'Man of La Mancha.” Running select nights starting February 13th through March 1st at Carpenter Performing Arts Center.

Video: Watch a First Look at IN THE HEIGHTS at Signature Theatre
by Michael Major - Feb 18, 2025

Signature Theatre has released a video preview of In the Heights, with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Encanto) and a book by Quiara Alegría Hudes (Daphne’s Dive, Water by the Spoonful).

Video: Signature Theatre's IN THE HEIGHTS Cast Rehearses 'Carnaval del Barrio'
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2025

Watch the cast of Signature Theatre's In the Heights rehearse 'Carnaval del Barrio.' The video features Ángel Lozada, Berto Fernández and more! The musical features music by Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Encanto) and a book by Quiara Alegría Hudes.

Cast & Creative Team Set for IN THE HEIGHTS at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for In the Heights, with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and a book by Quiara Alegría Hudes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: See '96,000' From IN THE HEIGHTS at The Muny
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2024

Performances are now underway for The Muny's production of In the Heights, the sixth show in the theatre’s 106th season, which runs through August 15 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. The company has released a first look at the show's roof-raising showstopper, '96,000' along with highlights from the show! Check out the video!

Video: Real Fireworks Light Up IN THE HEIGHTS at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024

Performances are now underway for The Muny's production of In the Heights. Check out a video of real fireworks lighting up the night sky during the song 'Blackout'!

Review: Muny Premiere of IN THE HEIGHTS Captures the Emotional Heart of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Musical
by James Lindhorst - Aug 11, 2024

The Muny debut of IN THE HEIGHTS is a fantastic production of Lin Manuel-Miranda's Tony award winning musical. Angulo has directed a production that captures the emotional heart of Miranda’s story. He makes an enormous splash with the big musical numbers. The choreography is exciting, and the dancing is and joyous.

Video: IN THE HEIGHTS Opens at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024

The Muny is currently presenting In the Heights, the sixth show in the theatre’s 106th season, running through August 15 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. This is the musical’s Muny premiere. See opening night footage in the video here!

Photos: Benji Santiago, Ariana Burks, Alex Joseph Grayson, & More in IN THE HEIGHTS at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024

The Muny has released production photos for In the Heights, the sixth show in the theatre’s 106th season, which runs Aug. 9-15 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. Check them out here!

Video: Inside Rehearsals for '96,000' from The Muny's IN THE HEIGHTS
by Joshua Wright - Aug 6, 2024

Lights up on Washington Heights! The Muny premiere of In the Heights opens this Friday and runs through August 15. In this video, go into the rehearsal studio and watch the company rehearse '96,000.'

Video: Benji Santiago Rehearses Opening Number from IN THE HEIGHTS at The Muny
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 5, 2024

The Muny premiere of In the Heights opens this Friday and runs through August 15. In this video, go into the rehearsal studio with Benji Santiago (Usnavi) as he performs a selection from the show's title song with Music Director/Conductor Roberto Sinha. 

Full Cast and Design Team Set for Premiere of IN THE HEIGHTS at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2024

The Muny has announced its full cast and design team for In the Heights, the sixth show in the theatre's 106th season, which runs Aug. 9-15 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. This is the musical's Muny premiere.

R.Evolución Latina's 17th Annual D2GB Performing Arts Camp Returns July 22nd – 26th, 2024!
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jul 27, 2024

Broadway and NYC’s vibrant performing arts community are once again joining forces to bring the magic of theatre to life at the 17th Annual Dare to Go Beyond (D2GB) Performing Arts Camp, hosted by R.Evolución Latina (RL).

Principal Cast Set For IN THE HEIGHTS at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

Benji Santiago, Ariana Burks, Alex Joseph Grayson, Alysia Velez, Nancy Ticotin, Miguel Gil, Martín Solá, Karmine Alers, Darilyn Castillo and Marlene Fernandez will star in the Muny premiere of In the Heights, which runs Aug. 9-15 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.

Video: Emilio and Gloria Estefan Visit ON YOUR FEET! at Riverside Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024

Riverside Theatre is now presenting the Broadway and International hit musical, On Your Feet! Check out a video going behind the scenes of the show, including when Emilio and Gloria Estefan themselves made an appearance and took the stage during curtain call!