New York City Center Encores! News

Broadway Beyond Louisville Review: INTO THE WOODS at Tennessee Performing Arts Center

by Taylor Clemons — May 25, 2023

What did our critic think of INTO THE WOODS at Tennessee Performing Arts Center? The star-studded cast is led by Tony Award winner Stephanie J.

Billy Stritch, Carole J. Bufford, and Liam Forde to Star in HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD! at Birdland

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 19, 2023

BIRDLAND THEATER will present the New York debut of the musical revue “Hooray for Hollywood!” on Thursday, June 15 at 8:30 PM.

Joaquin Romaguera, Original Pirelli in SWEENEY TODD, Has Passed Away

by Blair Ingenthron — May 14, 2023

According to an obituary in the New York Times, Broadway actor and tenor best known as the original Pirelli in Sweeney Todd, passed away on May 9, 2023.

THE BRAT PACK Featuring Kathryn Allison, Sam Gravitte, Luke Hawkins & Jelani Remy to Return to Birdland

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 11, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of “The Brat Pack” — featuring Broadway stars Kathryn Allison, Sam Gravitte, Luke Hawkins, and Jelani Remy – on Monday, June 12 at 7:00 PM.

OLIVER! Star Raúl Esparza To Have Special Drama Desk Interview, May 9

by A.A. Cristi — May 5, 2023

Raúl Esparza, who is curently starring as Fagin in the New York City Center Encores! production of Lionel Bart's Oliver!, will be the focus of an exclusive Drama Desk interview program at 4:00pm on Tuesday, May 9.

Wake Up With BWW 5/5: Meet the Tony Nominees, Plus a Message From Krysta Rodriguez!

by — May 5, 2023

Top stories: Meet the 2023 Tony Award nominees, get a first look at Grey House on Broadway, plus watch an exclusive video message from Krysta Rodriguez in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

Photos: The Cast of New York City Center's OLIVER! Takes Their First Bows

by Bruce Glikas — May 4, 2023

The New York City Center production of Oliver! began performances last night, May 3.

Bryonha Marie, Mamie Parris, and More Will Lead SISTER ACT at the Muny

by Stephi Wild — May 1, 2023

The Muny announced that Bryonha Marie, Mamie Parris, James T.

INTO THE WOODS, SWEENEY TODD, A DOLL'S HOUSE & More Lead in Nominations for 2023 Drama League Awards

by Team BWW — April 25, 2023

The Drama League has announced the 2023 Drama League Awards Nominees.

Raúl Esparza to Join Drama Desk Special Event Q&A in May

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 20, 2023

Raúl Esparza, who will soon be starring as Fagin in the New York City Center Encores! production of Lionel Bart's Oliver!, will be the focus of an exclusive Drama Desk interview/audience Q&A program on Tuesday, May 9 from 5:30 to 7:00pm.

Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess & Sutton Foster to Star in Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 17, 2023

Patti LuPone will lead a glittering cast of Broadway luminaries for Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl.

Video: Gavin Creel and Jason Forbach Talk INTO THE WOODS on 'The Hot Sauce Sessions'

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 13, 2023

Watch the stars of Into the Woods are get spicy in a new interview with Bluz Rogers, Director of Creative Engagement at Charlotte’s Blumenthal Performing Arts.

Sutton Foster Will Extend Café Carlyle Engagement To June 10th

by Stephen Mosher — April 6, 2023

Sutton Foster's return to the cabaret stage will be a little longer than planned, thanks to an extension.

Beth Leavel, Liz Callaway & More to Join Sondheim Celebration at The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 31, 2023

Join Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly, the ISO, and special guests as they pay homage to Broadway's master composer, Stephen Sondheim, by exploring his collection of music from Sunday in the Park with George, Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, Company, and more!