Stephen Sondheim

THE SOUND OF MUSIC to Open at Paramount Theatre in November

The Sound of Music, one of the most beloved musicals of all time, has enchanted audiences for more than 50 years. This holiday season, Chicago audiences can experience this unforgettable Rodgers and Hammerstein classic for the first time, or all over again, at downtown Aurora’s Paramount Theatre. Previews start November 9, 2022.

Video: Watch the Official Trailer for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Theater Latté Da

Theater Latté Da is presenting MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, the cult classic with music and lyrics by the acclaimed composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim and book by George Furth. MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG will run September 24 - October 30, 2022 at the Ritz Theater. Watch the official trailer here!

Interview: Gerald Sternbach's Making Music in JASON GRAAE'S GRAAETEST HITS & More

Jason Graae brings his Graaetest (not a typo!) Hits – The Sequel to the El Portal October 21, 2022, accompanied by musical director Gerald Sternbach. I got a chance to catch up with Jerry after years of path-crossing at benefits and concerts.

Photos: First Look at Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, Montego Glover & More in INTO THE WOODS

New cast members are heading into (and out of) the woods! Earlier this month, the company of Into the Woods on Broadway welcomed Montego Glover, Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, Krysta Rodriguez, Katy Geraghty, Jim Stanek, and Andy Karl, with more casting changes in store for the coming months. Check out photos of the new cast in action!

The Company Theatre to Present SWEENEY TODD This Month

Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street opens at The Company Theatre Friday, October 7, and runs through Sunday, October 23rd with evening and matinée performances.

New Musical A HALLOWEEN CAROL Retells Dickens' Classic With A Spooky Twist

An all-new spooky musical written and composed by local playwright Tracey Jane will have a workshop performance on October 30, 2 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre. Inspired by Charles Dickens' beloved Christmas story, 'A Halloween Carol' is a tragicomedy surrounding one Carol Cratchit. After a visit by her BFF Marley Jacobs, Carol is helped by a host of other reimagined characters to embrace the true spirit of the holiday like never before.

Laura Benanti, Rachel Bay-Jones, Matt Doyle, and Julie James Announced for 2023 Broadway Concert Series At Aventura Center

]Presented by the City of Aventura, the 2023 Aventura Broadway Concert Series at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center will feature three Tony Award® winners in its intimate setting and culminate in an evening with a SiriusXM’s On Broadway channel favorite.

See Linda Eder, Hugh Panaro, a Celebration of WAITRESS' Jennas & More at 54 Below This Month

This month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Hugh Panaro, a celebration of the Jennas of Waitress and more. See the full month's programming here!

INTO THE WOODS to Perform on THE TODAY SHOW This Week

The Broadway cast of Into the Woods will perform on The TODAY Show this week. The broadcast will feature two performances, one during the show's 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. hours and the second during its 10:00 a.m. hours. The performances will mark the production's first televised performances.

Minneapolis Musical Theatre Announces 2022-2023 Season

Minneapolis Musical Theatre has announced its first full season since before the COVID-19 pandemic, featuring three contemporary musicals that all put imaginative spins on classic tales. The season includes a special holiday production and two area premieres.

Video: Watch New Highlights of Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus & More in INTO THE WOODS on Broadway

A new cast of characters has taken over at the St. James Theatre! Watch Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, Montego Glover and more in new video footage from the show!

Video: Meet the New Cast of INTO THE WOODS on Broadway!

A new cast of characters has taken over at the St. James Theatre! Watch as Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, Andy Karl, Montego Glover and more meet the press!

VLOG: Go Backstage At INTO THE WOODS With Kennedy Kennedy Kanagawa - Episode 2

It's week 2 and BroadwayWorld is taking you behind the scenes of Into the Woods on Broadway with our new vlog series by Kennedy Kanagawa, who puppeteers breakout star Milky White on Broadway.

VIDEO: First Look at Kokandy Productions' SWEENEY TODD

Kokandy Productions is continuing its 10th anniversary season with an intimate, in-the-round revival of Stephen Sondheim’s macabre masterpiece Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The production is playing at the Chopin Theatre through November 6. Get a first look at footage from the production here!

VLOG: Go INTO THE WOODS With Kennedy Kanagawa & Miky White in Episode 1 Of New Series

This week on the first of three episodes (one for each midnight), Kanagawa takes us behind the scenes, asks his cast members for some character insights, shows us some pranks, and gives us the inside scoop on dollar Friday. 

VIDEO: Kennedy Kanagawa Talks Scene-Stealing Milky White in INTO THE WOODS on CBS MORNINGS

In a new segment on CBS Mornings, correspondent Jamie Wax sat down with Kennedy Kanagawa, who is the Milky White puppeteer in Into the Woods on Broadway. The puppet, which is mostly made of recylced cardboard, steals the hearts of audiences in the acclaimed Broadway revival of the classic Stephen Sondheim musical. Watch the new video interview now!

VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Wants to 'Lock Him Up Yesterday' in Latest Song Parody

Randy Rainbow is back with his latest song parody, called 'Lock Him Up Yesterday', based on the song 'Yesterday' by The Beatles. Check out the video here!

VIDEO: Brian D'Arcy James Discusses Star-Studded INTO THE WOODS Audiences on GMA

Brian D'Arcy James sat down on GMA3 this morning to discuss starring in the Broadway revival of Into the Woods. During the interview, James discussed working alongside his 'stage wife' Sara Bareilles and Jennifer Lopez, Hillary Clinton, Scarlett Johansson, and Colin Jost coming to the show. Watch the new video interview now!

VIDEO: Emily Skinner, Jason Danieley, Sierra Boggess and More Star In A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC At Barrington Stage

Get a first look at Barrington Stage Company's new production of A Little Night Music, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. See photos from the production below!

VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Sends Thoughts and Prayers in His Latest Spoof

Randy Rainbow is back with his favorite response to gun violence. Watch as he gives A Chorus Line's 'Dance Ten, Looks Three' a clever re-do in his latest spoof- 'Thoughts and Prayers'.