Brenda Pressley to Join the Cast of PURPOSE on Broadway
Brenda Pressley will join the Broadway company of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play, PURPOSE, directed by Phylicia Rashad.
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Video: THE GILDED AGE Stars Morgan Spector and Carrie Coon Discuss Theater's Impact on the Series
With the debut of Season 3 of The Gilded Age just around the corner, stars Morgan Spector and Carrie Coon sat down with ABC News’ Linsey Davis to tease what fans can expect from the latest season.
Photos: Hillary Clinton Visits PURPOSE on Broadway
Hillary Clinton recently paid a visit to the newly-minted Tony Award-winning production of Purpose on Broadway.
Top Broadway Titles at Tribeca 2025: A Recap
Following the Tribeca Festival, BroadwayWorld has done a recap of some of the biggest theater titles, including Everything's Going to Be Great starring Bryan Cranston and Allison Janney, Mandy Patinkin's long-awaited Seasoned series, the third season of The Gilded Age, and more.
Video: PURPOSE Take First Post-Tony Awards Bows
The Broadway production of Purpose shared a video of their first curtain call post-Tony Awards, which was met with love from the applauding audience.
POLLY: THE MUSICAL in Development With Debbie Allen, Lena Waithe and More
Polly: The Musical, a new Broadway-bound production based on the Disney television movie, is currently in development, with teleplay by William Blinn and the novel by Eleanor H.
Recap the 2025 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
The 78th Annual Tony Awards have arrived at last! BroadwayWorld has the full transcripts of all the memorable acceptance speeches from the 2025 Tony Awards.
Video: Kara Young Discusses Tony Nominations and Artistic Journey on THE VIEW
Kara Young, who has made history as the first Black performer to earn four consecutive Tony nominations, recently stopped by The View to discuss her role in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Purpose, which is currently running on Broadway.
Video: Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, & More Star in THE GILDED AGE Season 3 Trailer
HBO has released the official trailer for the Emmy-nominated HBO Original drama series, The Gilded Age, starring Broadway alums Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Donna Murphy, and more.
DEATH BECOMES HER vs. MINCEMEAT Battle For Best Ensemble In The BWW Awards; Last Chance To Vote!
This is the final chance to vote for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE Extends on Broadway for Eight Weeks
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ PURPOSE has been extended eight weeks.
Photos: REDWOOD Duo Idina Menzel and Tina Landau Honored At New Dramatists Luncheon
New Dramatists honored Tina Landau, an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and director (Redwood, Floyd Collins, SpongeBob SquarePants), and Tony Award winner Idina Menzel (Redwood, Wicked, Rent) at its recent spring gala! Check out photos from the event!
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Play
Purpose has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Play for BRANDEN JACOBS-JENKINS.
PURPOSE's Kara Young Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play
Kara Young has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play for PURPOSE.
1 Week Left for the BWW Awards; MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Leading Over MINCEMEAT & DEATH BECOMES HER
The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards.
Industry Leaders Show Up in Support at The Drama League's 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon
Under the leadership of Bonnie Comley, Bevin Ross, and Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, the 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon transformed the Ziegfeld Ballroom into a vibrant tribute to the power and artistry of live theater.
Video: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Is Grateful to Be Given the Grace of Opportunity
Watch in this video as LaTanya Richardson Jackson chats more about the genius of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, why it was a bumpy road to opening night of Purpose, and so much more.
Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
Show your support for shows like Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her, BOOP! The Musical and more.
First Standings Announced for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
The first standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards.
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- The Full List
The Outer Critics Circle has announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season.
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