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HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 30, 2024

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September.

Shaina Taub Will Host Broadway for Harris Community Launch

by Nicole Rosky — August 26, 2024

Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO To Have West Coast Debut At San Diego Civic Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — August 20, 2024

The acclaimed musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO makes its West Coast debut in San Diego.

70+ Broadway Stars Unite in Support of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz

by Nicole Rosky — August 20, 2024

New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election.

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE, Directed by Phylicia Rashad, Will Arrive On Broadway in 2025

by Nicole Rosky — August 14, 2024

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of Purpose, written by Tony Award-winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, and directed by Two-time Tony Award-winner Phylicia Rashad, will come to Broadway in spring 2025.

Full Cast Set For Carolee Carmello-Led KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

by Stephi Wild — August 13, 2024

As previously announced, Carolee Carmello will lead the cast of the National Tour of Kimberly Akimbo, which kicks off next month.

Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Black Theatre United 2024 Gala

by Stephi Wild — August 8, 2024

Black Theatre United has announced a star-studded lineup of Honorary Co-Chairs for its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

THE OUTSIDERS Releases New Block of Tickets Through July 6, 2025

by Stephi Wild — August 6, 2024

A new block of tickets has been released today for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical The Outsiders, based on the seminal novel by S.

Review: International Black Theatre Festival Noon-Day Press Conference

by Vickie Evans — August 6, 2024

The IBTF's Noon-Day Press Conference is one of my favorite events because it presents a snapshot of the planned activities for the week with a star-studded roster of theatre professionals.

Tickets Now On Sale To Pittsburgh Public Theater's 50th Anniversary Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 31, 2024

Pittsburgh Public Theater's 50th Anniversary season will feature thrillers, classics, fresh adaptations, and new family favorites.

Nyla Watson Brings AN ODE TO AUDRA to 54 Below

by Stephi Wild — July 24, 2024

54 Below will present Hadestown star Nyla Watson in An Ode to Audra on Sunday, August 18 at 9:30pm with a livestream option at 9:45pm ET.

Carolee Carmello Will Lead National Tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO

by Stephi Wild — July 17, 2024

Three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello will play Kimberly in the National Tour of the musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO.

Video: Joshua Boone Records 'Little Brother' from THE OUTSIDERS

by Blair Ingenthron — July 14, 2024

Watch Joshua Boone record 'Little Brother' from The Outsiders in the video here!

LaChanze-Helmed WINE IN THE WILDERNESS & More Set for Classic Stage Company 24-25 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 25, 2024

Classic Stage Company has unveiled complete programming for their 2024-25 Season.

Industry Pro Newsletter: ANNIE Tour Goes Union, Tony Awards Viewership Dip

by Alex Freeman — June 24, 2024

We highlight the Situation Project's fundraising campaign for arts education, a viewership drop for the Tony Awards, and Actors' Equity Association's contract halt amid negotiations.

LaChanze To Return To 54 Below in September

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 18, 2024

54 BELOW will present an evening with Broadway legend LaChanze.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Seattle Rep Layoffs, Pittsburg Fire, and Tony Awards Highlights

by Alex Freeman — June 17, 2024

This week, we are connecting the excitement of award season with the realities facing theaters.

Photos: Celebration of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING At The Museum of Broadway

by A.A. Cristi — June 14, 2024

One of this season's most well loved plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding is taking center stage at the Museum of Broadway! See photos from the event celebrating Jocelyn Bioh's Tony-nominated play below!

Video: Meet the Creators Behind the Tony-Nominated Shows of 2024

by Joey Mervis — June 14, 2024

What makes a perfect Broadway play or musical? The creators of this season's Tony-nominated productions have some idea!

Recap the 2024 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches

by Nicole Rosky — June 16, 2024

The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.