He's one of Hollywood's most in-demand actors, but did you know that Idris Elba also loves musicals? In a recent interview with People's Jess Cagle, the actor revealed not only that he has a history with Guys and Dolls, but that he auditioned to play Gaston in the recent remake of Beauty and the Beast.
The Muny has released production photos from Shrek The Musical, now playing through July 2 as part of its 108th season. Directed by John Tartaglia, the production stars Nik Walker as Shrek, Kara Lindsay as Princess Fiona, Marcus M. Martin as Donkey, and Troy Iwata as Lord Farquaad. (more...)
La Mirada Theatre has released new footage of Dillon Klena performing 'My Petersberg' in their production of Anastasia. He now takes on the role for the La Mirada run after his brother, Derek Klena, originated it on Broadway. Watch the video now! (more...)
There's about to be a whole lotta Liza going on at Carnegie Hall! On Thursday, June 25, Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance will take the stage at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive peek inside rehearsals as Tony nominee Elizabeth Stanley performs 'Sing Happy' from Flora the Red Menace. Watch in this video! (more...)
Broadway favorite Megan Hilty is lending her voice to Mickey’s Country Farm, a brand-new full-length special from the world of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+. Check out a first look at the special, featuring Mickey, Minnie, and the gang alongside Hilty's Lasso Lucy as they perform the “Hoedown Throwdown.' (more...)
On Thursday's episode of The View, Whoopi Goldberg was joined by several artists involved in the new production of The Whoopi Monologues, including the director and several cast members. Watch the full conversation now, which sheds more light on the production and Goldberg's continued influence. (more...)
Broadway's JUST IN TIME released a new trailer the show, now starring three-time Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan as Bobby Darin. Watch highlights of him onstage at the Circle in the Square Theatre in this video! (more...)
The first trailer is here for The Debut, Jesse Eisenberg’s forthcoming musical comedy starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti. In addition to directing the A24 feature, Eisenberg wrote the screenplay, original songs, and also stars in the film. Watch it now. (more...)
Laura Donnelly spoke to us about her character in the second season of Apple TV's Sugar, and how her dual role in Broadway's The Hills of California played a part in her casting. Check out the full conversation with the performer in the video interview. (more...)
A new video offers a look at Wayne Brady performing 'Song on the Sand' opposite Billy Porter in New York City Center's Encores! production of La Cage aux Folles. The revival, directed by Robert O'Hara, continues through June 28. (more...)
Following the announcement that his musical Warriors will be coming to Broadway, Lin-Manuel Miranda stopped by The Tonight Show on Wednesday to discuss some of his latest projects, including his new movie that he calls 'Avengers for theater kids.' Watch the interview now. (more...)
This summer, the great tradition of Shakespeare in the Park continues with Romeo & Juliet (directed by Saheem Ali) running through Sunday, June 28 and The Winter's Tale (directed by Daniel Sullivan) running through Saturday, August 22. BroadwayWorld's very own Spencer Glass is taking us on a trip to the Delacorte to learn more about why Shakespeare in the Park should be on your Summer 2026 bucket list and how to get tickets. Watch in this video! (more...)
The Outsiders on Broadway has released a new video of Dan Berry, Sutton James Kaylor, and Noah Pacht singing 'Throwing in the Towel.' Pacht leads the production as “Ponyboy Curtis,” with Berry as “Darrel Curtis” and Kaylor as “Sodapop Curtis.” (more...)
Watch Billy Porter and Wayne Brady duet in New York City Center's Encores! production of La Cage aux Folles. New video footage of 'With You on My Arm,' the act one showstopper that follows 'With Anne on My Arm.' (more...)
Watch a new video of Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney performing 'All I've Ever Known' after the premiere of HADESTOWN: THE MUSICAL at Tribeca Festival 2026 has been released. (more...)
What goes into crafting the words that make up our favorite Broadway shows? How do Broadway playwrights and book writers make our favorite characters shine and our favorite scenes come alive? BroadwayWorld is finding out with Notes on a Script. In this video, watch as Stephen Brown-Fried and Orville Mendoza break down the scene in the newest episode of BroadwayWorld's Notes on a Script. (more...)
Photos: Nik Walker, Kara Lindsay and More Star in SHREK At The Muny 
Dillon Klena Sings 'My Petersberg' from ANASTASIA 
Exclusive: Watch Elizabeth Stanley's Rendition of 'Sing Happy' for LIZA! AT 80 
See Megan Hilty in Sneak Peek of MICKEY MOUSE CLUBHOUSE+ Special 
THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES Cast and Crew Join THE VIEW 
Watch Jeremy Jordan in New Footage from JUST IN TIME 
Watch the First Trailer for THE DEBUT Starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti 
How THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Led Laura Donnelly to SUGAR Role 
Wayne Brady Performs 'Song on the Sand' In Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At New York City Center 
Lin-Manuel Miranda Calls OCTET Movie 'Avengers for Theater Kids' 
Shakespeare in the Park Explained: Tickets, Shows & Everything You Need to Know 
THE OUTSIDERS Cast Performs 'Throwing in the Towel' on Broadway 
Billy Porter & Wayne Brady Perform 'With You on My Arm' in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES 
Eva Noblezada & Reeve Carney Perform 'All I've Ever Known' at HADESTOWN Premiere 
Unpacking Shakespeare with Henry VI: A TRILOGY IN TWO PARTS' Stephen Brown-Fried & Orville Mendoza 
