Max von Essen News

Chicago, the longest running show currently on Broadway now in its 28th year, has released a new block of tickets. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase!

BROADWAY BARKS has announced additional celebrities for their 27th annual dog and cat adoption. As previously announced, the event will be hosted by co-founder Bernadette Peters and Beth Leavel and is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. 

 Hudson River Park has unveiled the lineup for Broadway by the Boardwalk, a free summertime series. See who is taking part and learn how to attend upcoming concerts!

There's nothing like summer in the city! Summer 2025 in New York City will bring with it plenty of new Broadway, off-Broadway, and outdoor productions to take in this June, July, and August. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide!

The Broadway cast of Chicago will welcome next cast members later this month! The new cast will begin on Monday, June 16 at the Ambassador Theatre. Learn more here!

Chicago will welcome back triple threat Charlotte d’Amboise in the role of Roxie Hart next week and Sophie Carmen-Jones extends in the role of Velma Kelly. Learn more here!

Get a first look at Ashley Graham and Sophie Carmen-Jones in Chicago on Broadway! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!

Supermodel and entrepreneur Ashley Graham is currently making her Broadway debut the role of “Roxie Hart” in Chicago! Check out photos from Graham's opening night here! 

 Bianca Marroquín, who recently starred in Chicago on Broadway, has received her caricature at the iconic Sardi's! BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling of her portrait and you can check out photos here!

You can now get a first look at production photos of Sophie Carmen-Jones as 'Velma Kelly' & Erika Jayne as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway! Learn more about the production

The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome back Dylis Croman in the role of “Roxie Hart” and will welcome to the cell block Rema Webb in the role of “Matron Mama Morton” for a limited run beginning Monday, February 24.

The New York Pops kicked off its 2024-25 season in October with Simply the Best: A Tina Turner Tribute with Adrienne Warren. Watch Warren's performance of 'What's Love Got to Do With It?' here!

The Broadway production of Chicago will welcome Sophie Carmen-Jones in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning Monday, February 10. Learn more about her here!

See photos from Klea Blackhurst & Jim Caruso's performances at Birdland. Blackhurst performed classics like Don't Rain on My Parade and more. Learn more about the performances!

With the Jamie Lloyd production of Evita in the works, we're revisiting some of the most iconic Evas to grace the stage and screen, from Elaine Paige to Patti LuPone, most recently Auli'i Cravalho, and of course, Madonna.

Chicago on Broadway recently welcomed back singer, actress and TV sensation Erika Jayne in the role of “Roxie Hart”. BroadwayWorld was there for her first performance and you can check out photos here and get more dtails on her return to the show!

Actor Max von Essen will rejoin the razzle dazzle company of Broadway's Chicago on December 23, 2024.

Broadway stars and productions will come together next week for Red Bucket Follies, a performance celebrating six weeks of in-theater fundraising for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

This reviewer thoroughly enjoyed the evening of American Songbook scores from Max Von Essen. The NY Pops' 2024-25 season continues with Merry and Bright, their holiday celebration with Jessica Vosk on December 20 and 21, 2024.

Tony Award nominee Max von Essen joined The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, for an all-new program at Carnegie Hall and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the performance. Check out the photos here!