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Video: A.C.T. Is Raising the Volume on Hip-Hop with the New Musical, CO-FOUNDERS
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - June 24, 2025

A new hip-hop musical has taken over San Francisco! American Conservatory Theater is now presenting the world premiere of Co-Founders. In this exclusive interview, watch as A.C.T. Director of Dramaturgy and New Works Joy Meads tells us all about the evolution of this exciting new muscial!

Video: Ian Rickson Explains How Audible and TOGETHER Are Making Theatre Magic Off-Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - June 5, 2025

Downtown at the Minetta Lane Theatre, Audible Theater is celebrating its sixth off-Broadway season. This one is extra special however, as it marks a new collaboration with Sonia Friedman and Hugh Jackman’s new company, TOGETHER. The result is two fully-produced plays that are debuting in repertory this summer. Watch in this video as he chats more about both projects and explains why audiences need to head to the Minetta Lane!

Video: Michael Urie Reflects on His Fairytale Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025

Watch as BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge discusses the journey of Once Upon a Mattress with one of the production's stars, Michael Urie! Urie discusses his co-star Sutton Foster and more.

Video: Andrew Durand & Julia Knitel Are Alive and Well to Talk DEAD OUTLAW
by Joey Mervis - April 18, 2025

Who'da thunk a musical about a dead guy would take the New York theatre scene by storm? That's exactly what happened last spring when Dead Outlaw premiered off-Broadway at the Minetta Lane Theatre. Months after its limited run ended, it was announced that the award-winning musical would move to Broadway. Leading players Andrew Durand and Julia Knitel have been along for the ride.Watch in this video as the duo chats more about why Dead Outlaw is the show that's not to be missed this season.

Video: Ashley Wells & Amy Reynolds-Reed Are Opening Up About WAITRESS at Dallas Theater Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - April 17, 2025

Dallas Theater Center is serving satisfaction, one slice at a time with its latest production- Waitress. Watch in this video as director Ashley Wells and choreographer Amy Reynolds-Reed tell us all about how the show came together and why Dallas audiences cannot get enough of it.

Video: Tommy Dorfman Unpacks the Poetic and Poignant BECOMING EVE
by Joey Mervis - April 17, 2025

It's been just weeks since Tommy Dorfman concluded her Broadway debut run in Romeo + Juliet, and in no time at all, she's back onstage, off-Broadway this time. Dorman is playing 'Chava' in Emil Weinstein's Becoming Eve. Watch in this video as Tommy chats more about her new role and why she can't get enough of live theater.


Video: He Could Write a Book- Bob Martin Unpacks His Three-Show Season
by Joey Mervis - April 16, 2025

When this Broadway season concludes, Bob Martin will have contributed to three musicals, including Boop! The Musical, Smash, and the revival of Elf. Watch in this video as he chats more about all three of his Broadway projects, what's coming up next, and so much more!

Video: Michael Arden Is Maybe the Happiest Director on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - April 15, 2025

Michael Arden has a lot to be happy about this year. The Tony-winning director is the mastermind behind one of the most acclaimed new shows of the season, Maybe Happy Ending. Watch in this video as Arden chats more about his new projects, why he loves directing, and so much more.

Video: Billy Porter Explains Why 'the Emcee' Was a Role Worth Waiting For
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - April 3, 2025

Billy Porter is the host with the most. But really! Not only is he starring inCabaret at the Kit Kat Club, but he's getting ready to host the Olivier Awards, which air Sunday, April 6. Watch in this video as Billy chats more about the role, his co-star, and why the themes of Cabaret are more relevant than ever.

Video: Sasha Maya Ada Unpacks PRIMARY TRUST at Dallas Theater Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - March 13, 2025

A Pulitzer Prize-winning play is now onstage at Dallas Theater Center! Eboni Booth's Primary Trust -a story of friendship, healing, and small chances- is now in performances at Bryant Hall. At the helm is Sasha Maya Ada, who just checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to tell us all about the production. Watch the full interview in this video.

Video: Anika Larsen is Advocating for a Better Tomorrow with THE POCKET PARK KIDS
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - March 7, 2025

New York City Children’s Theater is now presenting the world premiere of The Pocket Park Kids, the story of neighborhood kids coming together to save a neglected city park. With original music, puppetry, and an inspiring message about sustainability, the play highlights how 'small people can get big things done.' Watch the full interview in this video.

Video: Matthew James Thomas Is Making Magic on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - February 28, 2025

Matthew James Thomas has got magic to do, yet again! Thomas, who is already beloved by Broadway audiences for his past performances in shows like Pippin, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark and Time and the Conways, returns to the Lyric Theatre this season as the new Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. watch in this video.

Video: Ryan McCartan Is Stepping Into Gatsby's Shoes
by Joey Mervis - February 25, 2025

There's a new Gatsby in town! Just last month, Ryan McCartan officially joined the company of Broadway's the Great Gatsby as the great man himself, Jay Gatsby. Ryan chats more about his new gig, his new costar, Sarah Hyland, and more in this video!

Video: Josh Gad Is Telling All About His Tell-Some, In Gad We Trust
by Joey Mervis - February 6, 2025

Stage and screen star Josh Gad has put pen to paper to tell his story. His new memoir, In Gad We Trust, is a heartfelt and hilarious collection of essays about his career highlights and all of the inbetweens. Watch in this video! ​

Video: Michael Mayer Is Digging Into a New Kind of AIDA at the Met
by Joey Mervis - January 23, 2025

Michael Mayer grew up with a fascination with ancient Egypt, and it's an interest he is putting to good use this winter. Following his acclaimed work just last year on Broadway's Swept Away, Mayer has moved uptown to bring new life to Verdi's Aida at the Metropolitan Opera. He explains in this video!

Video: Meet the It Girls of Off-Broadway- Laura Bell Bundy, Kerry Butler & Marissa Jaret Winokur
by Joey Mervis - December 2, 2024

Once upon a time, they were just kids in Hairspray. Now, 22 years later, these big girls are back together again. Laura Bell Bundy, Kerry Butler, and Marissa Jaret Winokur have reunited off-Broadway in Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now. Watch in this video as they chat about the new show.

Video: How Spencer Liff Made Theater Out of DRAG
by Joey Mervis - November 21, 2024

Drag: The Musical is bringing audiences to their feet every night at New World Satges, and the man behind the extravaganza is Spencer Liff. Watch the full interview in this video!

Video: Ruben & Trey Santiago-Hudson Talk Joining Forces for THE OTHER AMERICANS
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 8, 2024

Now running at Arena Stage is a new work by John Leguizamo- The Other Americans. In this video, watch as director Ruben Santiago-Hudson and his son, Trey Santiago-Hudson tell us all about the new play!

Video: Jesse L. Martin Is Heading Into Season 2 of THE IRRATIONAL
by Nicole Rosky - October 8, 2024

Stage and screen star Jesse L. Martin is back on NBC this fall in the second season of The Irrational, which premieres tonight, October 8 (10/9c). Watch in this video as he tells us more about Season 2 and what he loves most about being on TV.

Video: Excellence in Theatre Education Award Winner CJay Philip Unpacks the Importance of Arts Education
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - September 3, 2024

In this video, watch as 2024 Excellence in Theatre Education Award winner CJay Philip checks in with BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge to reflect on the incredible honor she received in June. 

Video: Donna McKechnie Is Making Good in Her Broadway Return
by Joey Mervis - August 23, 2024

Over 60 years after making her Broadway debut in the original cast of How to Succeed... the great Donna McKechnie is back on the stage this summer playing 'Madame Morrible' in Wicked. Watch this video as Donna reflects on some of her greatest roles of Broadway past, explains why she's crazy about her new gig, and so much more. 

Video: Theatre Community Rallies to Save Iconic West Bank Cafe & Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - August 21, 2024

What happens when one of the most iconic and beloved institutions of New York City's Theatre District is in trouble? Broadway steps in to help. Donate to save the West Bank Cafe and watch this video as D'Angora, Iconis, and Olsen come together to chat about the circumstances and why this cherished spot is too good to lose.

Video: Stephanie Mills Has Come Back Home to Broadway
by Joey Mervis - August 25, 2024

In this video, watch as Stephanie Mills chats about the joys of being back onstage and why she can't get enough of Hadestown.

Video: Lorin Latarro Unpacks Her 3-Broadway Show Year
by Joey Mervis - August 15, 2024

Lorin Latarro is having a hat trick of a Broadway season, and she's not upset about it. Watch in this video as she chats more about her creative process, why she adores her Mattress cast, and so much more!

Video: Tim Minchin Is Hitting the Road With His Unapologetically Unfunny Show
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - August 6, 2024

Look out, North America! Here comes Tim Minchin. The multi-hyphenate performer is bringing his new show, An Unfunny* Evening with Tim Minchin and His Piano, to 13 cities this month. Check out a full ist of tour dates and watch as he chats even more about his upcoming tour stops in this video.


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