Justin Paul News

The 78th Annual Tony Awards kicked off with a show-stopping number led by host Cynthia Erivo. Take a look at the full lyrics here, and see how many Easter Eggs you can find!

Once again, Broadway's biggest night has come and gone! With the 78th Annual Tony Awards now behind us, we have compiled a list of some of the most memorable moments from the evening, including fun references and Easter eggs you may have missed, standout segments, performances, and more.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 9, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the Tony Awards action you may have missed!

Cynthia Erivo graced the Radio City Music Hal stage earlier for the first time as host of the 78th Annual Tony Awards! Watch as she performs the opening number here!

Details have emerged about this year's Tony Awards opening number! The number was written by Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and orchestrated by Joseph Joubert. 

Disney's Snow White, starring Broadway alums Rachel Zegler and Andrew Burnap, will be available to stream on Disney+ beginning on Wednesday, June 11. The movie previously made its digital debut on May 13.

The ASCAP Foundation will honor Broadway composer and humanitarian Stephen Schwartz with the ASCAP Foundation Champion Award at its 50th Anniversary Celebration on June 10, 2025.  

Derek Klena will return to Wicked on Broadway as Fiyero for a limited engagement in May. Learn more about the show and Klena's run and see how to purchase tickets!

Few honors in entertainment are as coveted—or as rare—as achieving EGOT status. This elite distinction marks a career filled with versatility, longevity, and extraordinary talent across multiple mediums. What does it all mean? We're taking a closer look at the artists who have managed to join one of the industry’s most exclusive clubs.

Celebrity Substitute, the series from Julian Shapiro-Barnum and Broadway composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, has been renewed for a second season, which is now in production.

Zach Theatre in Austin has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Murder on the Orient Express, Dear Evan Hansen, Annie, Come From Away, and the regional premiere of Suzan-Lori Parks' Sally & Tom, along with holiday favorites and family programming.

Disney's Snow White, starring Broadway alums Rachel Zegler and Andrew Burnap, will arrive May 13 via digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home and June 24 on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD.

Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company has unveiled its 2025-26 season, featuring a dynamic lineup of performances including Dear Evan Hansen and more!

The Tank 2025 Gala All Hands On Deck will honor Tank Board Member and artist Josh Luxenberg and Tank artist Julian Shapiro-Barnum. Learn more and see how to attend!

Many arrived for opening night, including Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Sarah Jessica Parker, and more. Scroll down to see photos of the VIP arrivals on opening night! 

Disney has released an official clip of Rachel Zegler performing the classic song 'Whistle While You Work,' as seen in the new live-action reimagining of Snow White. Watch the full sequence now, featuring choreography by Mandy Moore.

Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 Mainstage Season, marking an extraordinary milestone: the company's 30th anniversary at the historic Miracle Theatre. Learn more!

Loren Allred has shared her rendition of Tightrope, the fourth and final song off her upcoming EP, The Showman Sessions. The cover is a soulful, jazz-infused ballad that brings new depth to the song. Listen to it here!

Crowd favorite 'Dear Evan Hansen,' the Tony Award-winning musical by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, is finally premiering in Manila in September 2025. DEH will play at The Theatre at Solaire, featuring the UK touring company.

Disney has released an official clip of Gal Gadot performing 'All is Fair,' the new villain song from Disney's Snow White, written by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Watch it now!