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Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady and More Join 2026 Encores! Productions

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 9, 2025

New York City Center has revealed additional cast members for the 2026 Encores! series, including Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady, Claybourne Elder, and more.

Listen: 'We Are The Griswolds' From THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION

by Stephi Wild — September 12, 2025

The first single has been released from the upcoming The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation: Original Concept Album, the new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Drama Desk Award nominees David Rossmer and Steve Rosen.

Photos: Inside Huey Lewis' Sardi's Caricature Celebration

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 22, 2024

Huey Lewis was placed on the Sardi’s Walls of Broadway fame with his portrait at an unveiling by Max Klimavicius, owner of Sardi’s.

Exclusive: Backstage at A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Lincoln Center

by Bruce Glikas — July 9, 2024

Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick recently hit the stage at David Geffen Hall at New York’s Lincoln Center.

Photos: Cynthia Erivo, Ruthie Ann Miles, Shuler Hensley and More Sing A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC

by A.A. Cristi — June 28, 2024

Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick began performances last night at David Geffen Hall at New York’s Lincoln Center.

Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC IN CONCERT

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 24, 2024

Check out rehearsal photos for A Little Night Music In Concert.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Sets Closing Date

by Stephi Wild — June 18, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Wins ACCA Award

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 14, 2024

Actors’ Equity Association has revealed that the chorus of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will receive the 2024 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released June 14

by Stephi Wild — June 13, 2024

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services.

Photos: Gayle King Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 29, 2024

Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”.

Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway

by A.A. Cristi — April 22, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre.

Photos/Video: First Look at THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — April 17, 2024

Get a first look at the new Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, as new photos and video have been released ahead of the show's April 22nd Opening Night.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Launches Digital Lottery and Rush Policies

by Stephi Wild — March 28, 2024

Ahead of its first preview this Friday, The Heart of Rock and Roll has announced its digital lottery and rush policies.

Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — March 29, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical inspired by the iconic songs written and performed by Huey Lewis and The News, officially begins previews tonight, March 29.

BWW Q&A: Rob Fisher on SWEENEY TODD at Virginia Arts Festival

by Joshua Wright — March 26, 2024

Virginia Arts Festival has cast one of Broadway’s leading lights in the role of a new, key position at the Festival: The Goode Family Artistic Advisor for Musical Theater and American Songbook.

Cynthia Erivo, Ruthie Ann Miles, and More Will Lead A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Concert at Lincoln Center

by Stephi Wild — March 25, 2024

Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick, will play David Geffen Hall at New York City’s Lincoln Center this summer with a starry cast and we've got the scoop.