Samuel J. Friedman News

Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

by Stephi Wild — July 31, 2024

Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

Interview: Tony Yazbeck Brings His Tapping Feet & Warm Vocals to ALL GERSHWIN at The Hollywood Bowl

by Gil Kaan — July 2, 2024

The first all-Gershwin concert in history Cuban Overture will be re-created July 11, 2024 at the Hollywood Bowl as All-Gershwin.

Top Broadway Shows in 2025: Upcoming Hits and Star Performances

by Sidney Paterra — March 3, 2025

2025 may be on its way out, but a whole new Broadway season has just begun! Looking for the best shows to see in summer and fall of 2025 ? Our editors have rounded up info on all of the Broadway productions which have revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.

Amber Gray, Jessica Hecht & More to Star in EUREKA DAY on Broadway

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 18, 2024

The full cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Eureka Day, written by Jonathan Spector and directed by Anna D.

Video: Entertainment Community Fund's Friedman J. Health Center Receives 2024 Tony Honor

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 18, 2024

On Sunday, June 16, the Entertainment Community Fund and Mount Sinai Doctors’ Samuel J.

Backstage at the 2024 Tony Awards

by Caitlin Hornik — June 16, 2024

How does it feel to be a Tony winner? What project is up next? Who did they forget to thank? Find out straight from the winners themselves!

Photos: Celebration of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING At The Museum of Broadway

by A.A. Cristi — June 14, 2024

One of this season's most well loved plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding is taking center stage at the Museum of Broadway! See photos from the event celebrating Jocelyn Bioh's Tony-nominated play below!

Video: Check Out New Footage of Rachel McAdams & More in MARY JANE

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 12, 2024

Check out new footage of MARY JANE on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Exclusive: Manhattan Theatre Club's Trifecta

by Team BWW — June 12, 2024

In this edition, we hear from Manhattan Theatre Club Artistic Director Lynne Meadow and Executive Director Chris Jennings, who contributed the below essay about their three Tony-nominated plays, Jaja's African Hair Braiding, Prayer for the French Republic, and Mary Jane.

Video: Playwright Jocelyn Bioh Talks Tony Nominations for JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING

by Josh Sharpe — June 7, 2024

Playwright Jocelyn Bioh appeared on Good Morning America on Friday to talk about the Tony-nominated play Jaja's African Hair Braiding, which recently played at the Samuel J.

Where to Park for a Broadway Show: A Complete NYC Theater District Guide

by Sidney Paterra — March 4, 2025

Discover convenient parking options near Broadway's top theatres in NYC.

Photos & Video: The Museum of Broadway Celebrates JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 5, 2024

See photos and videos from The Museum of Broadway's celebration of Jaja's African Hair Braiding.

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Starring Sutton Foster to be Presented at Ahmanson Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 17, 2024

Center Theatre Group will present Sutton Foster in “Once Upon a Mattress,” which will come to the Ahmanson Theatre direct from a Broadway run in December.

MARY JANE Starring Rachel McAdams Extends For a Final Time

by Stephi Wild — May 17, 2024

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a final extension for the Broadway premiere of Mary Jane, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, starring Rachel McAdams, and directed by Anne Kauffman.

Jocelyn Bioh and Whitney White Will Appear in Conversation at the Museum of Broadway

by Stephi Wild — May 16, 2024

Tony Award-nominated playwright Jocelyn Bioh and director Whitney White will engage in a creative conversation moderated by Susan Kelechi Watson (“This is Us”) to discuss their groundbreaking, five-time Tony Award-nominated “Best Play,” Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.