Zurin Villanueva

Ben Cameron's BROADWAY SESSIONS Returns To The Green Room 42 For Black History Month Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2026

Broadway Sessions will celebrate Black History Month at The Green Room 42 with a showcase of Broadway's finest talents, highlighting Black influence in the arts.

Full Cast Set for BEACHES On Broadway Starring Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

Beaches, A New Musical has found their young stars of the new musical, starring Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett. Samantha Schwartz and Zeya Grace will play Little Cee Cee and Little Bertie, alongside newly revealed members of the cast.

Cast and Creative Teams Set for Two World Premieres at Denver Center Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025

​The Denver Center Theatre Company has revealed the full casting and creative teams for the world premiere productions of Cowboys and East Indians by Nina McConigley and Matthew Spangler, and Godspeed by Terence Anthony.

Video: It's a Broadway Wedding at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - May 17, 2025

Performers for the special day included friends of Ben and Grant, including: Paige Davis, Alex Joseph Grayson, Carla Kissane, Colin Cunliffe, Eric Stretch, Gregory Reco, Josh Walker and Peter Dagger, Julia Cleary, Kelvin Moon Loh and Anthony Fett, Kennedy Caughell, Lindsay Morgan, Sherz Aletaha, Zurin Villanueva, and Patrick Page. Watch video highlights here!

Zurin Villanueva to Headline The Avalon Theatre's Brittney Mack Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

The Avalon Theatre will present Zurin Villanueva in concert as part of the Brittney Mack Broadway Series. The performance, titled 'Best Book', promises a celebration of Broadway's greatest hits and Zurin's personal stories behind them.

Jeremiah Abiah to Present BROADWAY UNPLUGGED at Minton's Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Celebrity vocal coach and acclaimed singer Jeremiah Abiah will present BROADWAY UNPLUGGED, a new performance series at the legendary Minton’s Playhouse in the heart of Harlem, NYC. Learn more.

Photos: Imari & Friends Celebrate Black History Month With Broadway Sessions and Darkness Rising at The Triad
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025

On Sunday, February 16th, Imari Hardon and a lineup of Broadway stars took the stage at The Triad Theatre for 'Imari & Friends Celebrate Black History Month!'. Check out exclusive photos from the event!

Imari & Friends to Celebrate Black History Month With BROADWAY SESSIONS At The Triad
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

For one night only, Imari Hardon will return to New York City to celebrate Black History Month in an evening of music, storytelling, and powerhouse vocals! The performance will take place at The Triad Theatre. Learn more!

TINA �" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Begins At Proctors Next Week!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

Experience the electrifying energy of TINA The Tina Turner Musical at Proctors in two weeks. Celebrate the life and legacy of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll with this powerful and inspiring show.

Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Samantha Wu - Jun 27, 2024

When considering the most influential performers in the history of rock, Tina Turner's talent and legacy is counted among titans. Her voice, her signature growl, is unmistakable. Her determination to succeed and survive despite years of abuse at the hands of her husband set her apart from the rest.

Review: TINA, THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at The Overture
by Scott Rawson - Jun 12, 2024

From the gripping opening number to the dynamic conclusion, Tina, The Tina Turner Musical, is on hell of an emotional rollercoaster. The highs and lows of Tina's tumultuous journey are brilliantly encapsulated in the show, and her extraordinary music weaves through a narrative that is both heart-breaking and stunning.

TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to Overture Hall in June
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will invite audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll' at the Overture Hall this June.

BWW Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL - Simply the Best in Columbus
by Christina Mancuso - May 9, 2024

TINA: The Tina Turner Musical came blazing in like a bolt of lightning with thunderous applause on opening night at the Ohio Theatre, just as most of our state was under severe tornado warnings.  TINA tells the remarkable story of the musical legend, and shares it all – the good, the bad, and the ugly – so be prepared for some cringe-worthy moments of raw and jolting physical, verbal and emotional abuse.  Despite that, TINA also shares her triumphant journey of resilience, redemption, freedom, and ultimate superstardom.  ritic think of TINA at Ohio?

Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - May 9, 2024

This musical would flounder without a dynamic leading woman. In this case, TINA has two – Zurin Villanueva (who performed in the May 7 show) and Ari Groover because of the energy and vocal demands of the role.

Interview: Deon Releford-Lee of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Apr 24, 2024

“People know me as this light, fun person. They have a hard time seeing me play a character like that because it’s so different from (who I am).” Deon Releford-Lee

Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
by Jarrod Michael - Apr 19, 2024

What did our critic think of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center?

TINA �" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Opens in Indianapolis April 30th
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024

Broadway in Indianapolis announced today that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are on sale now for 8 performances from April 30 - May 5, 2024.

TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Comes to the Overture Center This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

​​​​​​​ TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL invites audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll.'

Video: All-Stars Come Home for the Holidays at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - Dec 24, 2023

Ben Cameron's long-running, award-winning, musical theatre variety series, Broadway Sessions, returned last month and welcomed back a starry roster of Broadway's brightest to perform their favorite holiday tunes, play games with the audience and celebrate the season.

BROADWAY SESSIONS Annual All Star Holiday Show Returns With Patrick Page and More, December 7
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023

​​​​​​​Ben Cameron's long running, award winning, musical theatre variety series, Broadway Sessions, returns Thursday night, December 7th at The Green Room 42 with the annual All Star Holiday Show!