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Birdland Announces April 2019 Schedule
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2019


Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with Benny Green, The James Carter Organ Trio, Joao Bosco, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Frank Catalano Quartet, Clint Holmes, Joe Alterman, Aubrey Logan, Sheila Jordan, Dena DeRose, The Jive Aces, Michael Wolff, Jason Kravits, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more!

THE LAST SHIP, THE NEW ONE, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, and More Lead CTGLA Season
by Julie Musbach - Mar 1, 2019


One of the hearts of theatre in LA, Center Theatre Group has announced its 53rd season at the Ahmanson Theatre featuring seven shows from all across the theatrical spectrum including musicals, one-person plays, the return of an iconic dance theatre piece plus one production to be announced at a later date.

EVER AFTER Set For Ordway in Minnesota - Full Season Announced!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2019


The Ordway in St. Paul, MN has announced its upcoming season, which will feature the Broadway-aimed musical Ever After, from December 3-29, 2019.

GAY BOY Plays The Kraine Theater
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2019


GAY BOY is the provocative account of some sort of gay man living some sort of life as an English Teacher in South Korea. His best friend Stella has been cheating on her girlfriend, behavior Gay Boy detests, but this doesn't prevent him from sleeping with as many men as possible. On the surface, Gay Boy may seem like a 'typical' gay boy: highly sexed, sassy, and reveling in both. But when his vulnerability surfaces after a one-night stand, truths about his past are finally revealed.

Ryan Spahn, Connor Delves, and Eric Bermudez Lead Reading of STARCROSSED
by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2019


Tybalt and Mercutio now fill the roles of the star crossed lovers born to be enemies. Constructed around Shakespeare's original dialogue and expanded upon into a love story of intrigue, scheming, and hope, two beloved characters get new life, as they each grow into individuals hoping to find a companion in a world where their sexuality has no voice or champion.

Photo Flash: Clean Energy Gets Dirty In WHIRLWIND
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2019


Executive producer and playwright Jordan Jaffe, along with co-producer Rebecca Crigler (Mike Birbiglia's The New One, Chris Gethard: Career Suicide), are pleased to announce the world premiere of Jaffe's new eco-comedy Whirlwind. The second entry in the playwright's 'Energy' series (following up the world premiere production of Crude), concerning the dirty dealings and messy relationships at a clean energy wind farm, Whirlwind begins previews at The Wild Project (195 E. 3rd St., between Ave. A and Ave. B) on January 23 toward an opening on January 28, with a limited engagement scheduled through February 10. Tickets, priced at $25, are available at www.WhirlwindPlay.com.

Photo Flash: COLIN QUINN: RED STATE BLUE STATE Celebrates Opening Night
by Julie Musbach - Jan 23, 2019


Last night, Colin Quinn celebrated the opening of his new Off-Broadway show Colin Quinn: Red State Blue State. Colin Quinn: Red State Blue Stateis directed by Bobby Moresco and produced by Audible, Mike Lavoie, Carlee Briglia and Brian Stern.

Wake Up With BWW 1/21: First Look at Tiki Barber in KINKY BOOTS, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2019


Good morning, BroadwayWorld and welcome to a new week! Start your Monday morning with the latest Broadway news!

His Last Laugh- Mike Birgiglia's THE NEW ONE Plays Final Performance Today
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 20, 2019


Mike Birbiglia will have the last laugh! The Broadway engagement of The New One, directed by Seth Barrish, plays its final performance today, January 20, following 81 performances and 18 previews.

Broadway Bookshelf- Experts from the NY Public Library Pick Your Next Great Read for 2019!
by NYPL for the Performing Arts - Jan 19, 2019


Love Broadway? In need of a good book? Well you're in luck, because BroadwayWorld has teamed up with the New York Public Library to bring you Broadway Bookshelf- an expert opinion on what theatre fans can and should add to their personal libraries.

What's Playing on Broadway: January 14-20, 2019
by BWW Special - Jan 14, 2019


Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for January 14-20, 2019.

Social Roundup: Broadway Community Reacts to Lin-Manuel Miranda's Purchase of the Drama Book Shop
by Linnae Medeiros - Jan 8, 2019


The famous Drama Book Shop has has always been a staple of the theatre community, and with the incredible news that Lin-Manuel Miranda has purchased the beloved shop alongside his Hamilton collaborators Thomas Kail, Jeffrey Seller, and James L. Nederlander, fans and stars alike are taking to social media to express their reactions and fond memories. Check out some of the emotional responses below!

Mike Birbiglia And More Join BroadwayCon's Industry Day!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2019


Limited tickets remain for BroadwayCon Industry Day next week on Friday, January 11. Macy's, JetBlue, Rent the Runway, GREATS shoes, and Wanderlust are all joining the conversation. Will you? 

Wake Up With BWW 1/2: 2019's Upcoming Shows, Top Stars to Watch, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2019


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Read about 2019's upcoming shows, our picks for the top stars to watch, and more!

Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine and Special Guest Mike Birbiglia
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Dec 31, 2018


BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, 'Podcast Verite,' is unfiltered, raw, honest and uniquely funny.

Photo Coverage: A Look Back on the Marquees of 2018
by Walter McBride - Dec 30, 2018


Today, we're giving you a look back on the marquees of 2018, with this retrospective album from our archives.

Annapurna Sriram Leads New Eco-Comedy WHIRLWIND
by Julie Musbach - Dec 28, 2018


Executive producer and playwright Jordan Jaffe, along with co-producer Rebecca Crigler (Mike Birbiglia's The New One, Chris Gethard: Career Suicide), announce the world premiere of Jaffe's new eco-comedy Whirlwind

Guest Actor Lineup Announced for NASSIM
by Julie Musbach - Dec 21, 2018


Barrow Street Theatricals' announced today the rotating cast of guest actors through the beginning of the year for the American premiere of the Nassim Soleimanpour and Bush Theatre production of NASSIM by celebrated Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour (White Rabbit Red Rabbit), featuring direction by Omar Elerian.

Mike Birbiglia, Anthony Rapp, Mark Fisher & More Will Speak at BroadwayCon Industry Day
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2018


BroadwayCon Industry Day is only three weeks away and tickets are going fast!

VIDEO: Mike Birbiglia Is Okay With People Falling Asleep at THE NEW ONE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 18, 2018


Mike Birbiglia was a guest on last night's episode of 'Late Night with Seth Meyers.' During the interview, he talks about his college days with Nick Kroll and why he's okay with people falling asleep at his Broadway show.

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