Ben Platt News

Today, just in time for their show's opening, two cast members - Jason Scott, who plays the self-involved Chip Tolentino, and Jena Salb, who is cast as former champion Rona Lisa Peretti, step up to the microphone to answer our Thursday 5(+1) questions and to offer the suggestion that a revival of Legally Blonde: The Musical might be a good consideration for next season at The Keeton.

The novelization of the hit musical Dear Evan Hansen comes out tomorrow by Val Emmich from Poppy / Little, Brown and is a MUST for any fan of the show. It doesn't simply re-hash the moments of the musical. It doesn't just take Steven Levenson's book and the lyrics of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul and put them in writing. It expands and evolves the world fans already know and love.

Ben Platt took to Twitter to share a video of him performing 'She Used To Be Mine' from WAITRESS, and to express his sadness for not being able to see Nicolette Robison take on the role of Jenna. See the video below!

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Broadway's most sensational onstage and offstage stars, passionate fans, avid collectors and animated bidders celebrated the biggest day for Broadway fans on Sunday, September 30, 2018, as the 32nd Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction raised $906,825 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

The heart of NYC's theatre district will be filled with Broadway stars, fans and unmissable theatrical treasures this Sunday, September 30, 2018, for the 32nd Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Ben Platt originated the title role in 'Dear Evan Hansen' to critical acclaim (Obie Award, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League nominations) and won the 2017 Tony Award for his Broadway performance. Platt was the original Elder Cunningham in the Chicago production of 'The Book of Mormon' and reprised the role on Broadway (dir. Trey Parker and Casey Nicholaw).

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Talon David, who takes on the role of Aldonza in the Actor's Pointe production - starring opposite Lane Davies as Cervantes and Samuel Whited as Sancho Panza - agreed to answer our questions and to explain why she thinks you should come see Man of La Mancha.

Jump start your ultimate theatrical treasure hunt as early bidding opens today on dozens of auction items you can't get anywhere except at the 32nd Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction.

September 11th to the 16th, Kidz Theater will be having auditions for our upcoming Fall Mainstage Production of Jesus Christ Superstar! For the past ten years Kidz Theater has been bringing together some of the most talented young performers in the tri-state area to create incredible pieces of theater in NYC. This production will be no exception! We are looking for young performers grades 6-12 who are hardworking and passionate about performing! For this production, all roles will be cast without regard for gender. For more information about auditions and how to sign up, please visit www.kidztheater.org/fall-mainstage.

The summer of 2017 saw me at the end of my successful high school career. I grew up as a military child, having lived everywhere stretching from Germany to Kansas, and from where I was stationed in the hot, sticky climate of North Carolina, I had no idea how confusing and difficult my first month or so would be in college.

September 11th to the 16th, Kidz Theater will be having auditions for our upcoming Fall Mainstage Production of Jesus Christ Superstar! For the past ten years Kidz Theater has been bringing together some of the most talented young performers in the tri-state area to create incredible pieces of theater in NYC. This production will be no exception! We are looking for young performers grades 6-12 who are hardworking and passionate about performing! For this production, all roles will be cast without regard for gender. For more information about auditions and how to sign up, please visit www.kidztheater.org/fall-mainstage.

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Ever since it was announced that iconic director Stephen Spielberg would be helming a remake of the musical classic WEST SIDE STORY, speculation has run rampant attempting to dreamcast the star-crossed lovers at the center of the story. In March, Tony winner Ben Platt shared his audition video to play Tony, and now a New York radio host is reporting that former star of pop group Fifth Harmony, Camila Cabello will soon officially be announced for the role of Maria. 

Six of Broadway's most sought-after stars will join Mark Cortale's "Broadway @ The Art House" and "Broadway @ Town Hall" concert series in Provincetown in August.

Chelsea Handler joins the Will and Grace revival for the second season, Entertainment Weekly has reported.

Starting next Today, Kidz Theater presents a new production of Cabaret, written by John Kander and Fred Ebb with a book by Joe Masteroff. The final show in Kidz Theater's tenth anniversary season in New York City, this new production brings together some of the most talented young performers in the tri-state area to finish off our 10th Anniversary Season in New York City! Cabaret plays at The Connelly Theater (220 East 4th Street) from Today July 20th to Sunday, July 29th. General Admission tickets are $35.00 in advance, with student tickets at $20.00 and orchestra table seats at $25.00. Tickets can be purchased at www.kidztheater.org/tickets.