Robert Bannon News

Gilbert Domally joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a BroadwayWorld Exclusive conversation as he leads the national tour of Disney’s The Lion King as Simba. Domally shares the inspiring journey that took him from Miami to the Broadway company of The Lion King and now across the country as the king of the Pride Lands. Watch in this video.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 2, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend!

The Lost Boys stars Benjamin Pajak, Jennifer Duka, and Miguel Gil join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a special preview conversation. Check out the video here!

Tony Award nominee Thomas Sadoski joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his remarkable career across television, film, and Broadway — from his unforgettable work on The Newsroom and John Wick to his celebrated performances on stage. Watch in this video!

In this BroadwayWorld Exclusive chat, we sit down with Tim Weil, the original music director of Rent, to talk about his powerful new book, Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music That Changed Broadway. Watch in this video.

Elaine Hendrix joins us for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation where she opens up about her career in a way she rarely does. From the intensity and visibility of Dancing with the Stars to the film roles that made her a fan favorite, Elaine reflects on the twists, risks, and reinventions that have shaped her path in Hollywood. Watch in this video!

Todd Eckert joins The Roundtable for a BroadwayWorld Exclusive conversation about An Ark at The Shed, the bold mixed-reality theatrical experience redefining what live performance can be. Watch in this video!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 26, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

In this video, legendary composer Marc Shaiman sits down with Robert Bannon to celebrate his brand-new book Never Mind the Happy—a hilarious, heartfelt, and no-holds-barred look at a life in music, collaboration, and controlled chaos. Together, Marc and Robert talk Bette, Whoopi, Hairspray, Smash, Some Like It Hot, Saturday Night Live, and so many more timeless moments. 

Max Harwood (Percy Jackson) and Rob Rokicki (composer and lyricist) join The Roundtable for a BroadwayWorld exclusive to celebrate the release of the brand-new Percy Jackson and the Olympians West End Cast Album, now out everywhere. Watch in this video!

In this video, Francis Jue dives into his current turn in Tartuffe at New York Theatre Workshop, sharing insights on reimagining a classic for today’s audiences and what excites him most about the process. It’s a thoughtful, funny, and inspiring start to the year—one that celebrates craft, perseverance, and the joy of storytelling as we toast what’s ahead.

Here are a few top cabaret shows and concerts to consider in NYC this week including Sandra Bernhard, Matthew Morrison (Glee, Hairspray original Broadway cast), drag, holiday jazz shows and more.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Matthew Morrison, Norm Lewis, Scott Siegel and more.

The iconic Ginger Minj returns to The Roundtable for a joyful, laugh-out-loud HoliGAYS celebration! We dive into festive fun, games, and holiday chaos while celebrating Ginger’s legendary career — from Drag Race superstardom to Broadway, music, comedy, and beyond. Ginger is as sharp, warm, and hilarious as ever, and this chat is pure seasonal joy. Watch in this video!

On December 26 at 9:30 pm, Robert Bannon is back and set to captivate audiences with his brand-new holiday show, ‘Twas The Night AFTER Christmas. His Christmas shows have been called “a delight from start to finish” by BroadwayWorld.

Darius de Haas joins The Roundtable for a gorgeous, soulful conversation about his brand-new holiday album “Let Me Carry You This Christmas.” We talk about the heart behind the project, the family love that inspired it, and how this music became a tribute to connection, healing, and joy.

Acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and daily talk-show host Robert Bannon returns to 54 Below this holiday season with Robert Bannon: Twas the Night After Christmas on Thursday, December 26 at 9:30 PM.

Scott Hoying joins The Roundtable on Broadway World to celebrate an unforgettable holiday season as Pentatonix takes their beloved Christmas tour across the country. We dive into the group’s newest holiday album, Christmas in the City, and explore the creative spark behind their signature sound, the evolution of their arrangements, and the traditions that keep their music fresh year after year.

54 Below, Broadway’s supper club and private event destination, will present a full month of concerts in December featuring Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, the 15th Annual Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza, Darius de Haas, Norm Lewis, Matthew Morrison, Charles Busch, Joy Woods, and more.

54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.