Kerry Butler News

Watch out, Westerberg. The candy store is about to reopen off-Broadway! Rehearsals are offficially underway for Heathers The Musical, featuring book, music, and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe, returns to New World Stages this summer. Watch in this video as we chat with the company about bringing the iconic musical back to the stage.

Ahead of its first performance this month, the cast of Heathers the Musical met the press at an event this week and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!

BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL will return to Broadway for the 3rd time, when the First National Tour begins performances Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at The Palace Theatre. We have all of the details here!

Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at 7:30pm ET at NYU Skirball. See photos from the red carpet here! Learn more about the awards here!

Broadway’s official game night, Broadway Bets, brought together industry insiders, stars and fans on May 19, 2025, for an evening of cards, camaraderie and record-breaking fundraising, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

See photos from the 2025 Chita Rivera Awards red carpet here! Learn more about the Chita Rivera Awards and about the winners, including Buena Vista Social Club and more.

Additional performances have been revealed for the 2025 Chita Rivera Awards, taking place on Monday May 19 at 7:30pm at NYU Skirball. Learn more here and see how to purchase tickets!

The complete cast and creative team have been announced for Heathers The Musical, including Kerry Butler and more. Learn more about the full cast and the show here!

Tony Award-winning actress Marissa Jaret Winokur recently visited Sherri to discuss her return to the stage with Mama I’m a Big Girl Now and also teased a return to Broadway. Watch the interview now!

Hairspray stars Laura Bell Bundy, Kerry Butler, and Marissa Jaret Winokur will host the 2025 Chita Rivera Awards. Learn more about the awards and see how to attend.

Dirty Little Secret will receive an industry presentation in New York City.  Dirty Little Secret is a new musical based on a true story. Learn more about the production here!

Stars came out for the big opening night celebration of Glengarry Glen Ross, including Darren Criss, Katie Holmes, Ansel Elgort, and many more.Check out photos here!

New York City Children's Theater has announced its 2025 Spring Benefit at the iconic four-story Museum of Broadway—a unique venue showcasing the history and future of Broadway. 

Last night, Tuesday, March 11,  Vape! The Grease Parody played a one-night-only benefit concert at The Town Hall. Net proceeds from the event will benefit the Entertainment Community Fund. Check out photos from the performance and red carpet here!

In just days, Vape! The Grease Parody, will be presented in a one-night-only, star-studded benefit concert Tuesday, March 11 at 7:30PM at The Town Hall. Watch an exclusive sneak peek of 'Green Lightning' and 'Blandy' in this video.

The complete cast has been announced for Vape! The Grease Parody, the one-night-only, star-studded benefit concert, featuring Rachel Dratch, Amy Spanger and more. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets.

Sarah Hyland and Ryan McCartan were the man and woman of the hour at a dazzling party celebrating their addition to the company of Broadway's The Great Gatsby. Check out photos from the evening featuring guests Nicole Scherzinger, Kenny Ortega, and more.

Lexington native and Tony Award nominee Laura Bell Bundy is coming home to where it all began! Bundy, best known for her Broadway roles in Legally Blonde, Hairspray, and Wicked, is set to take the stage at the Lexington Opera House on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, for a once-in-a-lifetime performance in Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now-celebrating the 20th anniversary of Hairspray with a historic cast reunion.

Vape! The Grease Parody will play a one-night-only concert to benefit the Entertainment Community Fund next month with a star-studded cast. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Audiences won’t want to miss nonstop music, dance and electrifying performances as Broadway’s biggest stars take the stage at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. See programming and learn how to purchase tickets.