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Photos: Megan Hilty and the New York Pops' 2025 Holiday Concert
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 21, 2025

On December 19, Megan Hilty joined Steven Reineke, Essential Voices USA, and The New York Pops for a special holiday concert at Carnegie Hall, and you can check out photos of the event.

Review: The New York Pops Bestows Carnegie Hall With A PLACE CALLED HOME
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 20, 2025

The entire evening was gorgeous but one musical artist put the show over the top.

Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Matthew Morrison, Norm Lewis, Scott Siegel and more.

Review: NOEL: JESUS IS BORN! at Kennedy Center
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 19, 2025

The Kennedy Center has never presented a Christmas spectacular in house before. That is until now. Noel: Jesus is Born! was a family friendly concert in the Opera House that featured lots of great music, some really good talent, and above all, conveyed the true meaning of the season. It’s not all about those big sales or even giving gifts.

Photos: First look at Rise Up Art Alliance Youth Theatre’s JINGLE JURY
by Jerri Shafer - Dec 18, 2025

The Candy Cane Courthouse is now in session, and your audience is the jury! The defendant, young Jim Dandy, has called Christmas spirit ’a lot of nonsense,’ but that won’t fly in this Christmas courtroom!

Review: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET at The Fox Theatre
by Emily Schenk - Dec 17, 2025

Doris Walker, played by Ellie Baker, was the star of the show, and in more ways than one, her angelic voice and quick wit really played into the fast-talking talking powerful female, Macy’s exact executive, her child, and charisma was matched only by The Man and Red himself. Kris Kringle brought joy and magic to the role of Santa Claus; his calming singing voice and father-like charisma made me, as a 33-year-old, believe in Santa Claus once again. I love the chemistry between Susan Walker, played by Charlotte Surak, and Fred Gailey, played by Truman Griffin.

Review: Gold Dust Orphans Sprinkle Holiday Fun with SWEENEY CLAUS: THE DEMON FATHER OF SLEET STREET
by R. Scott Reedy - Dec 16, 2025

What did our critic think of SWEENEY CLAUS: THE DEMON FATHER OF FLEET STREET at Iron Wolf Theatre, South Boston Lithuanian Citizens Association?

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; GREASE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: ELF THE MUSICAL, JR. at DreamWrights
by Sandra Harberger - Dec 15, 2025

Buddy, played by Lily Ganong in tonight’s show, was as funny and energetic as ever. He meets his grumpy father, played by Dawn Motter, and chaos ensues all over New York City. Jovie, played by Eve Haag, was sassy, and I enjoyed her song “Never Fall in Love (with an Elf).” And of course, there is a Santa Claus, played by John Baxter, who is up to date with the latest technology fly his sleigh and keep track of his list of gifts.

Review: LADY A THIS WINTERS NIGHT TOUR at Treasure Island Resort and Casino
by Jared Fessler - Dec 15, 2025

Lady A’s stop at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Welch, Minnesota, for their This Winter’s Night tour on December 14, 2025, felt like a holiday celebration with friends. Performing in such an intimate venue, the trio — Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley, and Dave Haywood — set the tone early with a heartfelt rendition of “The First Noel.” Hillary’s voice led the way with warmth, while Charles and Dave added their signature harmonies, instantly pulling the audience into the Christmas spirit.

Review: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET at Connecticut Theatre Company
by Jared Reynolds - Dec 12, 2025

Cozy, cute, and full of Christmas cheer. That’s what you get with Miracle on 34th Street. That was abound and aplenty at the Connecticut Theatre Company’s production of the motion picture classic! CTC’s production of Miracle on 34th Street kept the joy of the season at the heart of this production, right where it belongs.

Interview: Kabir Gandhi of ELF THE MUSICAL at The Fox Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Dec 12, 2025

The national tour of ELF THE MUSICAL is preparing to bring holiday cheer to Atlanta’s Fox Theatre December 16 - 21 as part of the 2025/2026 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season. To learn more about this special holiday treat, I caught up with Kabir Gandhi, a Duluth native and member of the ensemble, to talk about his journey from Georgia to the stage, the magic of ELF, and what it means to perform for his hometown crowd.

Review: ELF at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Shelley Dean - Dec 12, 2025

The movie Elf is one of those films that sticks with you throughout your life; you remember the spaghetti, the syrup, and the unrivaled holiday cheer from the unique story. It’s only natural that a story full of this much nostalgia takes on a new life that honors its legacy. Enter Elf: The Musical. All of the magic of the original movie is packed into a stage show with dancing Santas, larger-than-life Christmas trees, and onstage skating that makes you want to join the fun. Seattle has been gifted its very own production this holiday season at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Elf: The Musical, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones, is now running downtown. 

Photos: Meredeth Willson’s MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET At The Playhouse On Rodney Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

For the first time, the beloved holiday classic, Meredith Willson’s Miracle on 34th Street The Musical,  makes a stop at The Playhouse on Rodney Square in Wilmington, DE for a limited engagement. See photos!

Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at El Portal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025

El Portal Theatre will present Irving Berlin’s White Christmas on the Debbie Reynolds Mainstage, for six performances only.

Opera Philadelphia Will Premiere COMPLICATIONS IN SUE With Music By Ten Composers In February 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

Opera Philadelphia will unveil COMPLICATIONS IN SUE, a new opera by Pulitzer and Tony winner Michael R. Jackson, at the Academy of Music in February 2026. Inspired by an idea from Justin Vivian Bond and scored by ten composers.

Meghan Trainor, Kelly Clarkson & More Featured in the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs Chart
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has shared the top holiday songs that listeners are flocking to this season, including tracks from Ariana Grande, Meghan Trainor, Kelly Clarkson, and more.

Previews: MERRY OL’ MISSOURI: A FAMILY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR at The Missouri Theatre
by James Lindhorst - Dec 10, 2025

Merry Ol’ Missouri: A Family Christmas Spectacular returns to the Missouri Theatre in Columbia, Missouri on December 18-20, 2025. Last year’s sold-out, one night only show created such overwhelming demand that producers Melissa Bohon-Webel and Shelby Ringdahl Cox expanded the 2025 holiday spectacular to three performances. The very busy Shelby Ringdahl Cox graciously agreed to sit down with Broadway World and talk about creating Merry Ol’ Missouri: A Family Christmas Spectacular. Melissa and Shelby are the founders of Show Me Theatricals, the creative minds behind Merry Ol’ Missouri: A Family Christmas Spectacular, and the co-directors of the show. Both women grew up in Columbia, Missouri, graduated from Rockbridge High School, and went on to successful performing careers in New York and beyond.

Review Roundup: ELF THE MUSICAL Embarks on Holiday Season Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Performances are now underway for the brand-new tour of Elf The Musical, following the limited holiday Broadway engagement at The Marquis Theatre last year. The tour will come to 10 cities this holiday season, including Chicago, Atlanta, and San Antonio. 

Bad Hats Theatre’s NARNIA Extends Run At Crow’s Theatre And Soulpepper Due To Audience Demand
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025

Bad Hats Theatre’s NARNIA will extend its run at Crow’s Theatre in association with Soulpepper Theatre. The adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ story features an actor-musician ensemble and a new score. The production continues as the centrepiece of Soulpepper’s holiday offerings.