Jim Kierstead News

Theater Resources Unlimited is presenting its TRU Audition Conference for Theater 2026. The program includes workshops, panels, and auditions with industry professionals. Registration is open through April.

Theater Resources Unlimited's ACT26 series will continue with actor workshops and panel discussions, leading to auditions on May 2-3 before up to 40 theater companies, producers, agents, and casting directors. Registration closes April 22.

GOTTA DANCE! is now playing at Stage 42 in New York City. Go inside opening night with new photos from the red carpet. Watch a new video of highlights from the show!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Jim Kierstead will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of sa•pi•o•sex•u•al, a new play by Aurin Squire. Directed by Christopher Renshaw, the readings will be held on Friday, March 27 @ 11am and 2pm.

The New York Shakespeare Awards has officially unveiled its list of winners for 2025, marking the sixth year of celebrating the most impactful contributions to the Bard's legacy.

Watch a video of Omari Collins “Scarlett D. Von'Du” and Noah Silverman singing an acoustic version of “Not My Father's Son” from North American tour of KINKY BOOTS, with accompaniment by Callum Murphy on guitar.

The York Theatre recently held its 33rd Annual Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, honoring Jerry Zaks and Joan Ross Sorkin. Check out photos from the event here!

Photos have been released from Abingdon Theatre Company’s 33rd Anniversary Gala, Timeless Together, Stronger Still, honoring two-time Tony Award Winner Christine Ebersole.

Get ready to kick up your heels with the return of the heartwarming hit musical, KINKY BOOTS! KINKY BOOTS will play Proctors in Schenectady as part of the 2025-26 Broadway season.

Kinky Boots will play San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts as a special add-on of Broadway San Jose’s 2025/26 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Get ready to kick up your heels with the return of the heartwarming hit musical, KINKY BOOTS! Kinky Boots will play The Weidner in Green Bay as part of the 2025-26 Broadway In Green Bay Series on January 20, 2026.

Get ready to kick up your heels with the return of the heartwarming hit musical, KINKY BOOTS in Boston. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!

The cast has been set for the brand-new London production of THE CODE by Michael McKeever, which will run at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Learn more here!

Composer Sam Nasar and Producer Alexander Robertson hosted a release party for Nasar’s album, ‘Sam & Company’ at Disco Sally’s in Sir Henry’s Restaurant in New York. See photos here!

The York Theatre has launched a new website and logo for the organization. Learn more about The York Theatre and the changes to the organization here!

Broadway musical comedy SMASH will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, June 22, 2025 after  32 previews and 84 regular performances at the Imperial Theatre.

Theater Resources Unlimited is hosting a fundraiser for theater lovers on the evening of Sunday, June 8. Learn more and see how to attend the event here.

The York Theatre has appointed Joseph Hayward as Producing Artistic Director. Learn more about Joseph Hayward and about the changes in the company here!

The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out updates from the ceremony here!