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Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025


Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!

Cast Set For RENT at Opera Australia
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025


The cast for Jonathan Larson’s exhilarating, multi-Tony Award winning musical RENT has been announced. The musical that rocked Broadway is back, and making its debut at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House.

Video: RENT at Arden Theatre Company First Look
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025


Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company is closing out its 2024-25 season with the electrifying Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT! Check out all-new video of the cast performing the show's title number.

54 Below to Celebrate Pride Month with Tracie Thoms, Lee Roy Reams, Jenn Colella, and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025


54 BELOW will honor the LGBTQ+ performers, producers, and artists who are vital members of our artistic community this Pride Month. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: RENT at Arden Theatre Company First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025


Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company is closing out its 2024-25 season with the electrifying Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT! See photos here!

Two San Diego Theatres Join Forces to Present New Productions of Jonathan Larson's RENT
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2025


Diversionary Theatre and New Village Arts have announced a dynamic new partnership to produce two productions of Jonathan Larson's iconic rock musical RENT, set to hit the stage at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center in Carlsbad from October 31, 2025 to December 24, 2025 and at Diversionary Theatre in University Heights from May 21, 2026 to June 14, 2026.

Arden Theatre Company And TKTS Philadelphia Release $20 RENT Couch Rush Seating
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025


Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company just announced its partnership with TKTS Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation with “couch rush” seating for RENT.

RAGTIME Will Return to Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2025


A strange, insistent music is coming back to Broadway. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Lincoln Center Theater will soon present Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Performances begin September 26. Member onsale May 13. Public onsale May 28.

Paper Mill Playhouse Announces Nominations For The 2025 Rising Star Awards
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025


Paper Mill Playhouse has announced nominations for the 30th annual Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater. Since their inception in 1996, the Rising Star Awards have ignited the careers of many notable performers, all of whom attended high school in New Jersey.

SHUCKED, SUFFS, And More Included In 2025-2026 Broadway Subscriptions At The Smith Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2025


The Smith Center for the Performing Arts will offer a limited number of subscriptions to its latest lineup of Broadway productions – the 2024-2025 season of its popular and acclaimed Toyota Broadway Las Vegas Series. 

RENT at Sydney Opera House Will Host Singalong Performance
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2025


The musical that rocked Broadway is back, and this time the fans get to sing along! Experience Jonathan Larson's multi-Tony Award winning musical RENT in this critically acclaimed production.

RENT to be Presented at Wagner College Theatre This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2025


Jonathan Larson's groundbreaking rock musical Rent is coming to Wagner College Theatre this spring. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Musicals for Every US State
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 13, 2025


This time, the reader question was: There are only three states in America without known Broadway musicals set within their borders. Can you guess which three? WE're breaking it down state by state.

RENT Stars Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp Take the Stage At Popejoy Hall In May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2025


The original stars of Jonathan Larson's RENT reunite for an evening of music and friendship at Popejoy Hall on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 7:30pm. With extensive Broadway and television careers, the duo returns to their musical theatre roots for a night filled with memories and music. 

Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 3, 2026


The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.

Review: RENT In Concert is a Symphonic Triumph at OC’s Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Mar 21, 2025


Perhaps the biggest takeaway from experiencing RENT - IN CONCERT—a symphony orchestra-backed concert version of Jonathan Larson's iconic musical which recently played to a full-capacity crowd for a one-night-only performance on March 15, 2025 at OC's Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa—is that this Tony and Pulitzer-Prize-winning 1996 show truly deserves to always have a full symphony orchestra playing its memorable score. Aided by a talented ensemble led by Coby Getzug, Abigail Barlow, and Frankie Rodriguez, this beautifully-presented music showcase proved to be an entertaining evening.

THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT To Close This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025


The Jonathan Larson Project, the world premiere musical that celebrates the visionary writer of RENT died suddenly at the age of 35 in 1996, will play its final performance on Sunday, March 30.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 21, 2025
by - Mar 21, 2025


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 21, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review: RAGTIME Soars at City Springs Theatre Company
by Caroline Powell - Mar 16, 2025


What did our critic think of RAGTIME at City Springs Theatre Company?

Video: Inside Opening Night of THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT
by Joey Mervis - Mar 13, 2025


Guests at the Orpheum Theatre had something very special to celebrate on Monday night. The new musical, The Jonathan Larson Project, officially opened off-Broadway. The musical dives deep into previously unreleased material from the late, great musical theatre icon. Go inside the big night in this video.

Photos: THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Opens Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 11, 2025


The new musical, The Jonathan Larson Project, is open now at at the Orpheum Theatre Off-Broadway. Check out photos from opening night here and learn more about the show!

Review Roundup: THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Opens Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025


The Jonathan Larson Project is open now at at the Orpheum Theatre for a 16 week limited engagement. The musical is a world premiere that celebrates the dozens of unheard songs, unfinished and unproduced musicals, and pop songs from the writer of RENT. Read the reviews!

Review: RENT at Kennedy Theatre At UH Mānoa
by F.H. Kekoa - Mar 10, 2025


RENT is as relevant as ever, and UHM did it justice.

Interview: Director Sammi Cannold on bringing RENT IN CONCERT to the Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by Melissa Heckscher - Mar 9, 2025


BroadwayWorld talks with veteran director Sammi Cannold, who will direct RENT IN CONCERT at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts March 15.

Exclusive: 'Love Heals' from THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 5, 2025


BroadwayWorld is very excited to share an exclusive clip of 'Love Heals', performed by Taylor Iman Jones and the rest of the cast. Watch the video here!

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