Ben Crawford News

Jordan Donica, Maree Johnson, and Kanisha Marie Feliciano Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

by Stephi Wild — April 25, 2022

The latest in The Phantom of the Opera Broadway casting news.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to Return to The Green Room 42

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 12, 2022

Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…™ to be held on Monday, April 18th  at The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd S

VIDEO: Emilie Kouatchou Talks Starring as 'Christine Daaé' in PHANTOM on THE TODAY SHOW

by Michael Major — February 24, 2022

After making history as the first black woman to play Christine Daaé in the Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, Emilie Kouatchou sat down with Sheinelle Jones on The TODAY Show to discuss her groundbreaking debut.

BWW Feature: Kevin Johnson Talks Arizona OnStage, Audience Development, Return of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH

by Robert Encila-Celdran — February 18, 2022

With HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, Johnson will remind audiences of his theatrical pedigree and style: edgy, innovative, controversial, and proud.

Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates 34 Years on Broadway

by Bruce Glikas — January 27, 2022

Just last night, The Phantom of the Opera celebrated its 34th anniversary! Emilie Kouatchou took over the role of Christine Daae beginning at last night's performance.

VIDEO: Ben Crawford Gives a Speech at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 34th Anniversary Curtain Call

by Stephi Wild — January 27, 2022

Last night, The Phantom of the Opera celebrated its 34th anniversary! Emilie Kouatchou took over the role of Christine Daae beginning at last night's performance.

Photos: Ben Crawford, Emilie Kouatchou and More Star in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Broadway!

by Show Highlights — January 25, 2022

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will celebrate its unprecedented 34th Anniversary on Broadway tomorrow night, Wednesday, January 26 at 7PM at The Majestic Theatre.

VIDEO: First Look at Emilie Kouatchou as Christine in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — January 25, 2022

Emilie Kouatchou will take over the role of 'Christine Daaé' in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, beginning on Wednesday, January 26 at 7PM.

Photos: Pegasus' 35th Annual Young Playwright's Festival to Premiere Virtually

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 3, 2022

Pegasus Theatre Chicago will present the 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival, streaming Jan.

Emilie Kouatchou Will Take Over as Christine in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA 

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 17, 2021

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh announced today that Emilie Koutachou will take over the principal role of ‘Christine Daaé’ in the New York production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on the night that the musical celebrates its unprecedented 34th Anniversary on Wednesday evening,

Ben Crawford's A CRAWDADDY CHRISTMAS Out Now

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 7, 2021

Following Ben Crawford’s Electronic Pandemic, Ben Crawford and Ryan Scott Oliver have announced the release of A Crawdaddy Christmas, an album of holiday tunes just in time for roasting your chestnuts and decking your halls.

Pegasus Theatre Chicago's 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival Returns In January

by A.A. Cristi — December 3, 2021

Pegasus Theatre Chicago has announced the authors and plays being presented at the 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival, streaming Jan.

Pegasus Theatre Chicago Announces 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 3, 2021

Pegasus Theatre Chicago has announced the authors and plays being presented at the 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival, streaming Jan.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE...to Make Green Room 42 Return This Winter

by Gigi Gervais — December 1, 2021

MRS. DALLOWAY Musical In The Works From John Coyne & Brandon Adam

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 30, 2021

Composer-lyricist John Coyne and librettist Brandon Adam are collaborating on a musical adaptation of Mrs.

Photos: Go Inside Curtain Call for Emilie Kouatchou's Debut as Christine in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 28, 2021

Emilie Kouatchou made her Broadway debut as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera last night at the Wednesday, October 27 performance!  Kouatchou is the first black actor to play the role on Broadway.

Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates Reopening Night with DJ, Andrew Lloyd Webber!

by Bruce Glikas — October 23, 2021

The Phantom of the Opera is officially back and Broadway is Broadway again! As a part of the celebration, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and producer Cameron Mackintosh took the stage for a special speech, and afterwards Webber took to the streets for a special DJ set in front of The Majestic.

A Night Of Sinatra With Angelica Gorga Premieres At Don't Tell Mama

by A.A. Cristi — October 21, 2021

Join Angelica Gorga on Thursday, November 11th for an intimate cabaret presenting the songbook of Frank Sinatra at Don't Tell Mama.

Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber Pays Tribute to PHANTOM Director Hal Prince

by A.A. Cristi — October 20, 2021

The New York return of The Phantom of the Opera is on the horizon and to celebrate the production's return, the show's legendary composer Andrew Lloyd Webber stopped by rehearsal.

Video: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Chandelier Takes Flight Once More

by A.A. Cristi — October 20, 2021

The New York return of The Phantom of the Opera is on the horizon and the production celebrated its return to its longtime home, the Majestic Theatre, by hoisting its iconic chandelier above the orchestra once more.