17 Facts You May Not Know About RENT as Jonathan Larson’s Musical Turns 30
It’s been 30 years since Jonathan Larson’s rock opera Rent opened at the Nederlander Theatre on April 29, 1996, and arguably changed the theatrical landscape of Broadway.
Jonathan Larson News
Date of Birth: February 04, 1960
Date of Death: January 25, 1996 (35)
Birth Place: Mount Vernon, New York, USA
RENT Will Return to the West End to Celebrate 30th Anniversary
A new production of Rent is set to open in the West End in Autumn 2026.
J. Harrison Ghee, Bonnie Milligan, and More Will Be Featured on ERNXST Cast Recording
The musical ERNXST, from Kait Kerrigan and Bree Lowdermilk, will release a cast recording in June, featuring J.
Kerrigan & Lowdermilk's ADA TWIST, SCIENTIST & FRIENDS Crowdfunds Cast Recording Ahead of New York Run
Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends is crowdfunding for its upcoming cast recording.
Everything You Need to Know About Dave Malloy and Lin-Manuel Miranda's OCTET
For newcomers, or those who just need an Octet 'Refresh,' we have put together a deep dive into the musical, a history of its life on stage, and everything that we know about the film adaptation.
Review: RENT at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry
This production of Rent by Keystone Theatrics is a high-energy, passionate reminder of the importance of community.
Andrew Garfield-Led Period Drama THE UPRISING Gets September Release Date
The Uprising, starring Tony Award-winner Andrew Garfield, will release in domestic theaters on September 11, 2026, from Focus Features and helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Paul Greengrass.
Rona Siddiqui Will Return to Hermitage Beach for Songwriting Program
Grammy-nominated composer and musical theater artist Rona Siddiqui will return to the Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County for 'Songwriting for Character,' a sunset beach program showcasing her original work and creative process.
THE GREAT GATSBY Now Playing At Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre
THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F.
RENT Legacy Revival To Play Diversionary Theatre For 40th Anniversary Season
RENT will return to the stage in a new Legacy Revival at Diversionary Theatre.
RENT To Be Presented By Epic Players With Neurodiverse Cast At A.R.T./New York Theatres
EPIC Players will present RENT in New York City with a neurodiverse cast.
RHEOLOGY To Make West Coast Premiere At Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater
Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater (REDCAT) will present RHEOLOGY by Obie and Whiting Award-winning writer and director Shayok Misha Chowdhury.
RENT Will Have Live Broadway Concert Later This Year
BroadwayWorld has learned that a live concert performance of Rent will be taking place this year! The concert will feature RENT’s original musical director, Tim Weil, on the keys, with the original Rent band.
Interview: Kennedy Kanagawa And Kayla McSorley of RENT at STARRING BUFFALO AT SHEA'S
Starring Buffalo will produce the Pulitzer prize winning musical RENT as it’s spring production.
Ricky Merino se incorpora al elenco de CABARET como Ernst Ludwig
El artista, conocido por su versatilidad en el teatro musical y su paso por OT 2017, debuta hoy mismo en el Kit Kat Klub.
Photos: See Highlights of KAREN MASON'S BIRTHDAY BASH at Birdland
See photos and a review of the March 30th night celebrating cabaret and musical star Karen Mason's birthday at Birdland Jazz Club, by guest contributor Maryann Lopinto.
R.O.I. Rolling World Premiere and More Set for San Francisco Playhouse 26-27 season
San Francisco Playhouse has revealed its 24th season, which will be presented August 2026 to September 2027.
Photos: First Look At RENT at the Encore
Check out production photos for the Encore Musical Theatre Company's production Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking rock musical RENT, running April 9 through May 3, 2026, in the Maas Theatre.
Rona Siddiqui Tribute Concert Will Feature Special Guests Bryce Pinkham, Natasha Yvette Williams, and More
A one-night tribute concert celebrating the work of Grammy-nominated composer Rona Siddiqui will take place in New York City, featuring Broadway performers including Bryce Pinkham and Natasha Yvette Williams.
Theater Press Agent David Gersten Passes Away at 67
David Gersten, Vice-President of ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), died on Monday, April 6 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
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