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When it comes to “Star Trek,” George Takei has been there from the beginning, when the now iconic “Theme from Star Trek,” by composer Alexander Courage, first invited television viewers to go “where no man has gone before.”
On a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s Andy Cohen Live, Tony-winner Jonathan Groff shared a brief update on Frozen 3, the highly anticipated third installment of the Disney franchise.
Actor and writer Gideon Glick and producer-director James Will McBride are launching Blue Roses Project. Learn more about the Blue Roses Project here!
The presenters have been revealed for the Drama Desk Awards, taking place on Sunday, June 1 at NYU Skirball. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Jonathan Groff will perform from the Tony-nominated musical Just in Time on Good Morning America Friday May 23. Tune in to watch the performance, which will air during the 7:00-9:00 am block on ABC.
Tony-nominated actor Gideon Glick has launched an LGBTQ+ not-for-profit theater initiative, alongside producer-director James Will McBride. Learn more here.
2025 Tony Awards Nominees gathered at The Rainbow Room in NYC for the 2025 Nominees Luncheon, presented by Cunard, to celebrate an incredible Broadway season and share in the excitement of joining a new class of Tony Nominees. See photos here!
Justin Sargent, currently playing King George in the national tour of Hamilton, shares his journey from community theater to Broadway, his love for rock musicals, and his approach to the iconic role.
Winners for the 2025 Chita Rivera Awards have been announced! This year's winners included the choreographers and ensemble of Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway, SMASH star Robyn Hurder and more! See the full winners list below!
The best of Broadway gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on May 16 to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. Check out photos from the event here!
This time, the reader question was: Who are the most Tony-nominated people of all time? Audra McDonald now holds the record for the most-nominated performer, but do you know who has the most ever?
The best of Broadway is gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld is bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who wins!
On Friday, actors Luke Kirby and Gideon Glick join The Today Show to talk about their new Étoile, which follows two ballet companies in Paris and New York who agree to swap talent. Watch the interview now!
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has revealed the nominations for its third annual Dorian Theater Awards, honoring outstanding achievements across Broadway and Off-Broadway during the 2024-2025 season. Modeled after the group’s acclaimed Dorian Awards for film and television, the theater honors recognize both mainstream productions and those with LGBTQ+ themes or creators.
On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Jonathan Groff shared the inside scoop about where he keeps his coveted Tony Award. Watch the video here!
On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Just in Time star Jonathan Groff explained his technique for avoiding a dry mouth as a performer. Watch the conversation!
Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting May 12, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
This week's newsletter navigates a dynamic and somewhat contradictory landscape within the theater world, showcasing both significant achievement and contractions. From Concord's major acquisition poised to reshape theatrical licensing to the precarious financial situation facing a vital Portland theater and the broader uncertainties tied to declining tourism in New York, we see an industry simultaneously evolving and facing considerable headwinds.
It's Tonys season! A total of 130 Tony Award nominations went out in 26 categories for the spectacular work of Broadway artists this season. All of the nominees were celebrated as they met the press for the first time. Check out pics of the nominees here!
The 2025 Tony nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2025 musical nominees here.
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