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Backstage with Richard Ridge

Video: Yolanda Adams Says HELL'S KITCHEN is a 'Bucket List' Moment
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 20, 2025

Grammy-winning gospel icon Yolanda Adams is heading to Broadway! The four-time Grammy Award winner will step into the role of Miss Liza Jane in Hell’s Kitchen. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Yolanda to discuss her Broadway debut.

Video: Sean Nyberg on Producing Shows on Broadway & West End
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 20, 2025

Husbands and producing partners Sean Nyberg and Paul Danforth are collaborating on nearly three dozen productions in on Broadway, Off-Broadway, in London's West End, and more.  BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Season Nyberg.

Video: Mason Alexander Park Talks THE PANSY CRAZE at Audible Theater and More
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 18, 2025

Mason Alexander Park's Audible Theater show, THE PANSY CRAZE, is returning for three new live shows. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Mason Alexander Park to discuss their upcoming performances and recent theatre experiences. 

Video: Unlocking Shakespeare with RICHARD II's Michael Urie & Craig Baldwin
by Joey Mervis - October 22, 2025

Richard II takes Manhattan in the newest production of Shakespeare's history play.  Red Bull Theater is about to open its 2025-26 Season with Michael Urie starring in a version of Shakespeare's Richard II, adapted and directed by Craig Baldwin.  Watch in this video as both chat more about the new take on the classic play.

Video: All Is Faire with Laurence O'Keefe & Nell Benjamin; Watch a Sneak Peek from HUZZAH!
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - October 13, 2025

What is Broadway was more like a Renaissance Faire? Audiences are finding out at San Diego's Old Globe, where the new musical Huzzah! is now running. The masterminds behind the merriment are none other than Nell Benjamin and Laurence O'Keefe. Watch in this video as they explain what it's all about and check out an exclusive sneak peek of the song 'Dragons' performed by Liisi LaFontaine and Cailen Fu.

Video: Richard Thomas Opens Up About the Joy of Playing Mark Twain Today
by Joey Mervis - October 4, 2025

Emmy-Award Winning actor Richard Thomas will star in a new production of Mark Twain Tonight! on stages across North America, bringing along Twain's wry humor and irreverent observations in this legendary one-man show. Watch in this video!


Video: Excellence in Theatre Education Award Winner Gary Edwin Robinson Unpacks the Importance of Arts Education
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - September 25, 2025

Do you have a theatre teacher like Mr. Robinson who has made a major impact? The Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University are once again looking for the teachers who create the next generation of theatre artists. Submit your teacher!

Video: Luke Newton Is Taking Up Residence at the HOUSE OF MCQUEEN
by Joey Mervis - August 20, 2025

For Luke Newton, making a New York stage debut has been a dream since the age of 10.  This week is a dream come true for the Bridgerton star, who last night began off-Broadway performances in the new play, House of McQueen. Watch in this video as Luke chats more about why he can't wait to step into McQueen's shoes. 

Video: Gavin Lee Is Exploring His Dark Side In His Latest Broadway Role
by Joey Mervis - August 13, 2025

Gavin Lee is no stranger to the Disney canon. Now playing 'Scar' in the Lion King, Gavin is enjoying his third run in a Disney production (he has also starred in Mary Poppins and Beauty and the Beast) and he knows he is '#blessed' for the experience. Watch more in this video!

Video: And Just Like That... Christopher Jackson Is Back on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - July 31, 2025

It's been almost ten years since Christopher Jackson last appeared in a Broadway musical. From making history in Hamilton, he's now making music a couple of blocks south in Hell's Kitchen. The Tony nominee stepped into the role of 'Davis' in Alicia Keys' Tony-winning musical last month. Watch in this video as he chats more about his new gig in Hell's Kitchen.

Who's Your Mama? Montego Glover Talks All Things GYPSY
by Joey Mervis - July 24, 2025

Ready or not, here comes Montego! In fact, she has already arrived. The Tony nominee stepped into Audra McDonald's shoes earlier this month as 'Rose' in Gypsy. Now she is continuing her work onstage at the Majestic Theatre for the acclaimed revival's remaining Sunday matinees. Watch in this video as she chats more about finding her version of the character and why stepping into this role is such an honor. 

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! ​


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