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Benjamin Velez and Madeline Myers Are Recipients of the 2025 Kleban Prize For Musical Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

The 2025 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre lyricist has been awarded to Benjamin Velez. The 2025 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre librettist has been awarded to Madeline Myers.

Critics' Choice: Cheryl Markosky's Best Shows of 2024
by Cheryl Markosky - Dec 12, 2024

Grand dame Sian Phillips stealing the show, Adam Cooper giving an unexpected twirl and smaller theatre spaces punching above their weight. These are some of BroadwayWorld reviewer Cheryl Markosky's favourite theatre moments of 2024.

Video: Disabled Performer Makenzie Morgan Gomez Releases 'Music and the Mirror (& Mobility Aids)' A CHORUS LINE Performance
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

Dynamically disabled performer Makenzie Morgan Gomez has released an all new A Chorus Line-inspired performance video, 'Music and the Mirror (& Mobility Aids).' Watch the video here!

Video: Mr. Joe Iconis Is Riding the Wave of 'Wavesong'
by Robert Bannon - Nov 15, 2024

In this video, we welcome welcome Broadway composer, singer, writer- He Does It All- Mr. Joe Iconis! This is his first time swinging by the Roundtable, and we had a lot to talk about, including his new single, 'Wavesong'.

Previews: Tony Nominees ANN HAMPTON CALLOWAY AND JOE ICONIS to Perform at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge
by James Lindhorst - Sep 14, 2024

Tony nominees Ann Hampton Calloway and Joe Iconis are bringing their cabaret shows to Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge. Calloway will perform two shows on September 27 - 28, 2024. Iconis will visit the midtown showroom for two performances on October 18 - 19, 2024.  

Broadway's Most Unique Musical Origin Stories
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 28, 2024

This time, the reader question was: What are some of the most unique ways that Broadway shows have originated?

Video: Watch Noah J. Ricketts, Sandra Mae Frank & More in Magnus Riise's Pride-Themed Music Video
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2024

Magnus Riise released a new pride-themed music video, 'My Heart Can Beat Again,' featuring a diverse cast and exploring LGBTQ+ solidarity and community. The video includes messages of support from around the world including from several Broadway alums.

Joe Iconis Will Perform at NextStop Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2024

NextStop Theatre has announced that Joe Iconis, the Tony-nominated composer and lyricist of the cult-hit Broadway musical Be More Chill, will perform his solo concert/cabaret at the company's black-box theater in Herndon on Monday, July 15th.

Gingold Theatrical Group To Present Oscar Wilde's THE PORTRAIT OF MR. W.H. As Part Of Project Shaw
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024

Gingold Theatrical Group will present Oscar Wilde's THE PORTRAIT OF MR. W.H. as part of Project Shaw, showcasing a unique exploration of Wilde's intriguing mystery. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: LOVE IS NEVER GONE Spotlights Marvin Hamlisch at Green Room 42
by Rob Lester - May 20, 2024

MARVIN HAMLISCH: LOVE IS NEVER GONE recalls the ups and downs and talents of the late man of music in advance of his 80th birthday in June. The much-admired composer and conductor's life story gets the musical biography jukebox treatment. The May 10th show shone a warm spotlight on Hamlisch, best known for writing the music to A CHORUS LINE.

Joe Iconis and Lauren Marcus Welcome Their First Child
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 7, 2024

Be More Chill composer Joe Iconis and writer/actress Lauren Marcus have welcomed their first child!

Ford And Campbell Join Workshop Of New Edward Kleban Musical GALLERY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2024

Join the Weathervane Theatre for a workshop presentation of the new Edward Kleban musical, GALLERY, starring Sara Jean Ford and Ta’Rea Campbell.

Sara Jean Ford and Ta'Rea Campbell Join Workshop of Ed Kleban's GALLERY
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 11, 2024

The Weathervane Theatre will offer a workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban. We have all the details!

WHISPER DARKLY Concept Album Featuring Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2024

The concept album of the new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly is available in digial and streaming formats now.

Mary Testa to Star in GALLERY Workshop Presentation at The Weathervane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2024

The Weathervane Theatre will offer a Workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban (A Chorus Line). Learn more about Gallery and see who is starring!

World Premiere Musical GALLERY & More Set for Weathervane Theatre 59th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2024

The Weathervane Theatre will present ten productions on its Mainstage between June 13 and October 13, 2024. Learn about the productions and see additional details about the company's 59th season!

Review: AN EVENING WITH ARI AXELROD Presents a Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man at Birdland
by Ricky Pope - Feb 1, 2024

If you were asked to describe yourself in 14 songs, what would they be? That is the challenge that singer Ari Axelrod set for himself in his show which opened at Birdland last night entitled simply enough, AN EVENING WITH ARI AXELROD. What emerged from that question is a portrait of an artist who is intelligent, sensitive, somewhat anxious, and remarkably contemplative for someone just on the cusp of 30.

Danny Burstein, Andrea Martin & More to Join 34th Annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre Ceremony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024

The Kleban Foundation will present the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre on Monday, February 5 at 4PM in a private ceremony (by invitation only) hosted by ASCAP and BMI at New World Stages.

Rona Siddiqui and Lisa Loomer Receive 2024 Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

The Kleban Foundation has announced the recipients of the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre lyricist has been awarded to Rona Siddiqui. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre librettist has been awarded to  Lisa Loomer.

Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More to Star in Immersive Musical WHISPER DARKLY Concept Cast Album
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024

The new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly – the first musical written in the retro-inspired genre – will release a concept cast album on Friday, February 23. Learn more about how to pre-save the music here!

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