Kenny Ortega

Video: Original LITTLE MERMAID Star Jodi Benson Sings Stripped-Back 'Part of Your World'
by Michael Major - Aug 26, 2025

Original The Little Mermaid star Jodi Benson joined the Counter-Melodies Podcast co-hosts Jonathan Tilkin and Anthony Gargiula for a stripped-back rendition of 'Part of Your World' from the hit animated movie musical. Watch the video!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 1, 2025
by - Aug 1, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours

Exclusive: Kenny Ortega Reflects on 10 Years of Disney’s DESCENDANTS
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025

July 31, 2025 officially marks 10 years since the debut of Disney's Descendants. Check out our exclusive interview with director/choreographer Kenny Ortega, who looks back on the hit movie and shares favorite memories and insights about the production.

Video: Kenny Ortega Looks Back on 10 Years of DESCENDANTS, Teases New Film
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025

Next week marks the 10th anniversary of Descendants, and director and choreographer Kenny Ortega recently visited Good Morning America to look back at the film, also teasing the upcoming fifth installment. Watch the interview now!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 10, 2025
by - Jul 10, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 10, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Kenny Ortega to Executive Produce Live Action LEGO TV Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2025

Kenny Ortega, known for projects like High School Musical and Hocus Pocus, is set to executive produce the first LEGO live-action musical television project.

Video: THE GREAT GATSBY's Ryan McCartan Answers Most Asked Questions
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 29, 2025

Who is Ryan McCartan? The Great Gatsby, of course! In this video, watch as he spills the tea on the internet's most asked questions! McCartan currently plays 'Jay Gatsby' opposite Aisha Jackson in The Great Gatsby on Broadway.

Los Angeles Ballet's Cinderella Themed Gala Raises of $1.2 Million
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025

 Los Angeles Ballet (LAB) hosted its annual Gala on May 17th by transforming the Beverly Wilshire Hotel into an enchanting Cinderella Fairytale Ball and celebrated the Company Dancers and the ballet art form.

Video: Ryan McCartan Performs 'For Her' From THE GREAT GATSBY
by Michael Major - May 15, 2025

Watch Ryan McCartan perform 'For Her' from The Great Gatsby, accompanied by composer Jason Howland. The video was recorded at popular New York City cabaret venue So & So's.

Photos: Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton & More on the STRANGER THINGS Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 23, 2025

Broadway gets turned upside down in the new high-tech, supernatural thriller STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, now officially open at Broadway’s Marquis Theatre! See photos of Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Noah Schnapp and more stars on the opening night red carpet here! 

Video: First Look at Ryan McCartan as Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

You can now get a first look at Ryan McCartan as Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby on Broadway, singing the Act 2 number “Past is Catching Up To Me”. See footage here!

Canadian Artist Izzy Pereira On Navigating the New York Dance Industry
by Miranda Stück - Mar 10, 2025

Izzy Pereira is a professional dancer currently based in New York City, originally from Toronto, Canada. Izzy recently graduated from Pace University with a BFA in commercial dance. Professionally, Izzy has been in a national commercial for Snapchat, was in a short film with NYC’s Wolf and Swan Company and most recently she was the rehearsal director and the assistant to choreographer KingChris for pop artist Tash Blake’s European tour.

Photos: THE GREAT GATSBY Celebrates New Stars Sarah Hyland and Ryan McCartan
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025

Sarah Hyland and Ryan McCartan were the man and woman of the hour at a dazzling party celebrating their addition to the company of Broadway's The Great Gatsby. Check out photos from the evening featuring guests Nicole Scherzinger, Kenny Ortega, and more.

New French-Language PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Film in the Works
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 7, 2025

A French-language adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera will soon begin production, with a cast that includes Deva Cassel, Julien De Saint Jean, and Romain Duris. The movie is aimed at younger audiences, with the Twilight franchise serving as its inspiration. 

Video: Ryan McCartan Takes First Bow in THE GREAT GATSBY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

Ryan McCartan has officially taken over the role of Jay Gatsby in the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby. He took his first bow on January 21, 2025. Check out video of McCartan's first curtain call here!

BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - Jan 7, 2025

Gypsy continues OFC’s 2024-2025 Broadway In Brighton Series with a focus on bringing beloved shows and stories of heroes of generations to the stage, many that are not typically performed in Rochester. The series also includes Anything Goes and closing out the 2024-2025 season will be the hugely popular Jersey Boys, produced locally for the first time.

Ryan McCartan to Play Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024

Ryan McCartan will play the enigmatic Jay Gatsby in the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby. Learn more about McCartan who takes over for Jeremy Jordan and the production, and see how to purchase tickets.

Meet the Cast of TAMMY FAYE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2024

The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!

Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - Oct 15, 2024

The Newsies music video features Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Ben Fankhauser, Kara Lindsay and Tommy Bracco, alongside Josh Strobl, Taylor Iman Jones, Jelani Alladin, Izzy McCalla, Justin David Sullivan, Jordan Donica, Nikki M. James, John Behlmann, Oyoyo Joi, Antonio Cipriano, Nyseli Vega, Jenna Bainbridge, Ally Bonino, and more.

Exclusive: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, HAZBIN HOTEL, and More at FanX
by Tyler Hinton - Oct 2, 2024

When you think about the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention, you may not realize the number of Broadway-related connections it has, even beyond this year’s spotlights on HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL and HAZBIN HOTEL.