Helen J Shen News

Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway has revealed the final performances for the two original Broadway leads: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen. 

A 29-hour reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians was held in New York City recently, with several members of the creative team sharing photos from inside. 

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

A reading for the musical adaptation of Crazy Rich Asians is being held in New York City this week. The stage version of Jon M. Chu's hit film is being worked on, with Helen J. Shen, Alyssa Fox, Jasmine Forsberg and more involved.

Darren Criss is back on stage in the hit musical Maybe Happy Ending, once again starring in his Tony Award-winning role of Oliver. On Monday, he joined TODAY with Jenna & Friends to discuss returning to the show, winning a Tony, and more. Watch the interview now.

92NY recently presented A New York Evening with MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, featuring a discussion with the show's team, and performances from stars Darren and Helen J Shen.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend. 

On Thursday, November 27, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ushered in the holiday season with its 99th march. During the parade, several Broadway stars attended as VIP guests, including Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Chastain, Helen J. Shen, Andrew Barth Feldman, Kara Young, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Check out photos here.

Just in time for the theatrical release of Wicked: For Good, Tony winner Darren Criss partnered with Third Reprise for an 80s-style pop-rock cover of 'I'm Not That Girl,' originally sung by Elphaba in Wicked. Check it out now.

Go inside A New York Evening with MAYBE HAPPY ENDING. in new photos featuring the shows Tony-winning team including Will Aronson, Darren Criss, Helen J Shen, Marcus Choi, and Dez Duron. 

Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway are back in the first teaser trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2, which opens in theaters on May 1, 2026. Check out the video now, featuring our first official looks at the fan-favorite characters.

The cast albums for Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending have all been nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

Broadway's Leading Ladies, a live concert featuring some of the biggest stars in musical theater, will debut on PBS on November 28, 2025. Filmed live at New York’s Town Hall in March 2025, this star-studded concert celebrates the women who have defined Broadway and those who are shaping its future.

Tony winner Darren Criss returns to Maybe Happy Ending on November 5 after a 9-week leave. Read more about his role and the show's exciting journey.

92NY and the GRAMMY Museum Will present a special night celebrating the music of the six-time Tony Award-winning musical Maybe Happy Ending. Darren Criss leads a conversation and deep dive into the making of the Original Broadway Cast Album.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 4, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Andrew Barth Feldman takes his final bow in Maybe Happy Ending, concluding his nine-week run alongside girlfriend Helen J. Shen. Watch the moment!

TIME recently hosted its fourth annual TIME100 Next Gala, celebrating TIME’s list of 100 rising stars who are defining the next generation of leadership in business, entertainment, sports, politics, and more at Current in New York City. The event included appearances from Broadway luminaries inclduing Tony Award-winner Kara Young, Helen J. Shen, and Wicked: For Good star Jonathan Bailey.

Global superstar Lady Gaga has joined the highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada, which is currently in production. Details on her role are currently being kept under wraps.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.