Jai Rodriguez

RENT 30th Anniversary Concert to Offer Digital Ticket Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026

Twenty-four in-person tickets to the sold-out Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert will be available through a digital ticket lottery, giving fans a final chance to experience the Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical live in concert.

RENT 30th Anniversary Concert Livestream Donations to Be Matched Up to $525,600
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS revealed that the Gates Foundation will match donations received from every livestream ticket purchase for Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert, up to $525,600.

Idina Menzel, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp and More Join RENT 30th Anniversary Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2026

Twelve original cast members and three decades of alumni will light up Broadway at Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert, a benefit performance in celebration of the landmark Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical.

Interview: Bruce Vilanch of CAPTAIN SHOW BIZ at Harmony Gold Theater: Hollywood
by Gavin Glynn - Aug 10, 2026

Celebration Theatre is honored to present the West Coast Premiere sneak peek of CAPTAIN SHOW BIZ, and Bruce won't be taking the stage alone. Joining him is a genuinely staggering roster of screen and stage talent: five-time Golden Globe nominee MARILU HENNER (Taxi, Evening Shade, Broadway's Chicago); two-time Emmy winner SALLY STRUTHERS (All in the Family, Gilmore Girls); Emmy winner and original Queer Eye 'Fab Five' star JAI RODRIGUEZ (Broadway's Rent, Bros); GRANT SHOW, the primetime icon of Melrose Place and Dynasty; Ugly Betty scene-stealer and acclaimed comedian ALEC MAPA; and GARRETT CLAYTON (King Cobra, Hairspray Live!) — with more great names still to be announced. Trust us: you'll want to be in the room! site click: celebrationtheatre.org

Jai Rodriguez Joins CHICO'S ANGELS 2: LOVE BOAT CHICAS Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026

Jai Rodriguez, known for Queer Eye for the Straight Guy and Broadway's RENT, will rejoin the cast of CHICO'S ANGELS 2: LOVE BOAT CHICAS at Cavern Club Cabaret in Los Angeles, reprising his role as Chita Parol.

Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus Will Host 30th Annual Auction & Gala
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

The Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus will host their 30th Annual Auction & Gala, featuring emcee Jai Rodriguez. The event celebrates Maestro Paul Caldwell's decade with the choruses.

Peregrine Theatre Ensemble to Present HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH in Provincetown
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

The Tony award-winning, rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch begins performances July 5th in Provincetown, Massachusetts with shows running Wednesday to Saturday at 7:30pm until August 31st 2024.

The 7th Annual DRAG QUEEN WORLD SERIES to Be Held in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 24, 2024

Drag Queen World Series will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Fairfax High School in Los Angeles.

UNCOUPLED Canceled By Showtime After Netflix Pick-Up
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2024

Showtime is no longer moving forward with a new season of Uncoupled after it picked the series up from Netflix. The Neil Patrick Harris-fronted show was supposed to have a second season on the service after Netflix had canceled it. The series also starred Brooks Ashmanskas, Tuc Watkins, André De Shields, Nic Rouleau, and more.

Ginger Minj Brings THE BIG GAY CABARET to Venus Cabaret Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

Ginger Minj, star of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “Hocus Pocus 2,” together with the team that brought Golden Gals Live!  to Chicago, present The Big Gay Cabaret at Venus Cabaret Theater at Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 N. Southport. 

Mexican-American Drag Queen Crowned Season Two Winner of DRAG LATINA
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2024

The winner was announced by co-host Carmen Carrera and crowned by Season One winner Vicky Chavarria in the sixth and final episode of the season which kicked off with a toe-to-toe showdown between the final four competitors of Season Two: Adriana Fuentes. Alexandra Vittz, Chary Lady Fox, and Queen Andrew Scott.

Photos: Jai Rodriguez Presents A THOUSAND SWEET KISSES at 54 Below
by Jonah Hale - Oct 27, 2023

See photos of Jai Rodriguez performing at 54 Below!

Review: Jai Rodriguez Has a Triumphant Homecoming With A THOUSAND SWEET KISSES at 54 Below
by Ricky Pope - Oct 27, 2023

A THOUSAND SWEET KISSES is a very emotional homecoming. It has been 17 years since Jai Rodriguez has trod the NY boards and his excitement about being home was palpable last night at 54 Below. His show frankly and hysterically recounts the many adventures he’s had along the way, particularly focusing on the sex, love, and relationships that spiced it all up.

See Marilyn Maye, Norbert Leo Butz & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2023

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. 

Listen: Estelle Parsons, François Clemmons & More Star in Broadway Podcast Network's AROUND THE SUN Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway Podcast Network's 'Around the Sun' podcast, featuring Estelle Parsons, François Clemmons, and more. Listen to the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere now.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- A Thousand Sweet Kisses with Jai Rodriguez
by Jayke Workman - Oct 15, 2023

In this episode, I am joined by Jai Rodriguez to talk about his amazing career in the theater and on the original Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. Jai holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ever play the role of Angel in RENT on Broadway, as well as performing in shows like The Producers and Spinning Into Butter.

Interview: Jai Rodriguez of JAI RODRIGUEZ: A THOUSAND SWEET KISSES at 54 Below
by Michael Walters - Oct 10, 2023

The OG Queer Eye culture vulture returns to NY for an evening of song and romance.

Norbert Leo Butz, Linda Eder, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023

Check out the lineup of incredible performances at 54 Below this month!

54 Below Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month with JChris, Mauricio Martínez, Jai Rodriguez, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2023

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards® Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, is thrilled to honor the Latine and Hispanic performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Hispanic Heritage Month. Learn more about the lineup here!

Jai Rodriguez Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2023

 Prepared to be swept off your feet as the multitalented Jai Rodríguez makes his 54 Below debut from October 26th- October 28th with an unforgettable cabaret performance.  Best known as Angel in RENT and his Emmy Award-winning role as the Culture Guy on the original QUEER EYE, Rodriguez returns home with his hilarious musical journey through love sex and relationships.