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Diana Byer to Step Down as Artistic Director of New York Theatre Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2022


Following a 44-year tenure as founder and Artistic Director of New York Theatre Ballet, Diana Byer will step down following NYTB’s spring performances, May 4-8, 2022.

Photos: Billy Crystal & Company Take First Bows in MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 30, 2022


The new comedy musical, Mr. Saturday Night, starring stage and screen legend Billy Crystal, just began previews on Broadway last night, March 29th and will officially open on Wednesday, April 27th.

VIDEO: Watch Billy Crystal Give Curtain Speech at Final Dress Rehearsal for MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 29, 2022


The new comedy musical, MR. SATURDAY NIGHT, starring stage and screen legend Billy Crystal, begins previews on Broadway on tonight, March 29th and will officially open on Wednesday, April 27th. 'It's been this unbelievable journey... and just to think that I have to do this seven times a week! What the hell was I thinking?!' joked Crystal in a speech given at the show's final dress rehearsal. Watch the full video below!

MR. SATURDAY NIGHT Announces Digital Lottery
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2022


The new comedy musical, MR. SATURDAY NIGHT, will launch a digital lottery powered by Broadway Direct on Monday, March 28, making a limited number of $45 tickets available. Find out how to get Lotto tickets!

Meet the Cast of MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2022


Mr. Saturday Night, co-written by and starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Billy Crystal, officially begins previews tonight, March 29, 2022. The show will officially open on April 27, 2022 at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Meet the cast bringing the show to Broadway here!

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks MR. SATURDAY NIGHT on the TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - Mar 18, 2022


Billy Crystal sat down with Jimmy Fallon on the Tonight Show last night to discuss his return to Broadway in the new musical adaption of Mr. Saturday Night. Crystal also discussed turning down a role in The Producers, acting in his college production of Finian's Rainbow, and more. Watch the new interview now!

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major - Mar 14, 2022


Ahead of his Broadway return in Mr. Saturday Night, Billy Crystal accepted the Lfetime Achievement Award at last night's Critics Choice Awards. Mr. Crystal returns to the role of Buddy Young Jr., which he portrayed in the original 1992 Columbia Pictures film of the same name, now starring alongside Shoshana Beane, Randy Graff, and more.

Marlon Wayans Makes His Return To M Resort Spa Casino May 21
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2022


Marlon Wayans, one of the most talented and quick-witted comedians, makes his return to Las Vegas to perform at M Resort Spa Casino inside the Pavilion on Saturday, May 21, 2022. 

Up on the Marquee: MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 24, 2022


The box office for the new musical comedy, Mr. Saturday Night, co-written by and starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Billy Crystal, is now open at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Check out photos of the marquee below!

MR. SATURDAY NIGHT Box Office to Open This Monday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2022


The box office for the new musical comedy, MR. SATURDAY NIGHT, co-written by and starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Billy Crystal, will open on Monday, February 21 at 10am at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). The Nederlander Theatre box office will be open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm. 

Billy Crystal to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major - Feb 1, 2022


Just before his Broadway run in Mr. Saturday Night kicks off, Billy Crystal will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 27th annual Critics Choice Awards. Other nominees include West Side Story, tick, tick...BOOM!, Peter Dinklage, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Aaron Sorkin, Denzel Washington, and more.

Suffolk Theater Presents Frankie Avalon Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2022


If you can't remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn't a part of your life, you aren't alone. This talented performer can look back on a career that spans three generations of music, motion pictures, and television – proclaimed a 'Teen Idol' and appearing on just about every top variety show, guest-starring on numerous dramatic series, and starring in several of his own specials.

Ariana DeBose, Cynthia Erivo, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Nominated for 53rd NAACP Image Awards
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2022


Today, the full list of nominees for the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” were announced. Nominees included Ariana DeBose, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, Respect, Taraji P. Henson, Tituss Burgess, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, Denzel Washington, and more. Check out the full list of nominees now!

Shoshana Bean & More Complete the Cast of MR. SATURDAY NIGHT on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2022


Complete casting for the new musical comedy MR. SATURDAY NIGHT, starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Billy Crystal, was announced today.

CRUEL INTENTIONS Announces Virtual Cast Watch Party with Janel Parrish & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2022


On-demand streaming access to CRUEL INTENTIONS: THE ‘90S MUSICAL, LIVE IN CONCERT has been extended by three weeks due to popular demand. There will be a virtual cast watch party on Sunday, January 16, at 8PM ET, offering fans the opportunity to interact with the cast and creatives, including star Janel Parrish.

Paramount Theatre to Present GROUNDHOG DAY: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2021


Set your alarm to see Groundhog Day: The Musical, based on the classic Bill Murray film comedy, because the forecast calls for Paramount Artistic Director Jim Corti to direct another signature blockbuster musical comedy.

Mariah Carey 1991 Concert Special Now Available for Purchase & Rental
by Michael Major - Dec 7, 2021


The first special features standout versions of classic hits like 'Emotions,' 'Fantasy,” 'Dreamlover' and 'All I Want for Christmas Is You.' Carey thrills the starstruck crowd who gleefully embrace every moment. Additionally, Mariah Carey’s The First Vision gives viewers an inside look at Mariah on the cusp of her meteoric rise to superstardom.

TOOTSIE is Coming to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts This January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2021


TOOTSIE, the hilarious Tony Award-winning musical, is coming to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale for a limited two-week engagement from January 11 - 23, 2022.

Ann-Margret And Bobby Rydell To Appear At BYE BYE BIRDIE Screening At The Montalban
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021


Cinelounge Theatres and Cleopatra Records will present a special screening of the classic hit musical Bye Bye Birdie at The Montalban, 1615 N. Vine St., Hollywood, CA 90028 on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

BWW Exclusive: A History of ANNIE on Broadway and Beyond
by Jeffrey Kare - Dec 2, 2021


Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.

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