Bernard Telsey

Video: Watch the Opening Number for the 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2026

116 of the most talented high schoolers in the country will take the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 17th Annual Jimmy Awards. The 2026 ceremony will stream for free online through Thursday evening, June 25th. Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live, the Wicked movies) will host the 2026 ceremony. Watch as the nominees rehearse the opening number ahead of the big night in this video!

Coaches, Judges and Presenters Announced for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 18, 2026

The panel of judges for the 2026 Jimmy Awards is comprised of notable theatre professionals including Tony Award®-winning producers, prestigious casting experts, and industry leaders. Winners and finalists will be selected by Montego Glover, Kenny Leon, Joe Machota, Alecia Parker, Marc Platt, Tara Rubin, Thomas Schumacher, Bernard Telsey, and Lia Vollack.  Preliminary judges who adjudicated and cast the nominees in the Character and Feature Groups included Kristian Charbonier, Stephanie Klapper, Sammy Lopez, Kevin Metzger-Timson, Dale Mott, T. Oliver Reid, and Rachel Sussman.

17 Facts You May Not Know About RENT as Jonathan Larson’s Musical Turns 30
by Michael Gioia - Apr 29, 2026

It’s been 30 years since Jonathan Larson’s rock opera Rent opened at the Nederlander Theatre on April 29, 1996, and arguably changed the theatrical landscape of Broadway.

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY UNIT... Returns Off-Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Sahboojak will present a revival of Halley Feiffer's dark comedy at The Actors Theatre Workshop in New York City, directed by Katie Hardin and starring Hee-Young Shin and Spencer Lutvak.

How are the Tony Nominations Decided?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 26, 2026

For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, and More Win 41st Artios Awards
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026

Casting Society honored excellence in casting across feature film, television (scripted and unscripted), commercials and theater at the 41st Annual Artios Awards held at ceremonies in Los Angeles, New York and London.

Jeff Hiller, Harvey Guillén and Jessica Gunning to Host the 41st Artios Awards in NY, LA and London
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026

Emmy Award winner Jeff Hiller will host the New York ceremony of the 41st Annual Artios Awards, as well as Harvey Guillén as the host in Los Angeles and Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe nominee Jessica Gunning as host of the London ceremony.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 8, 2026- Reimagined THE FANTASTICKS Eyes Broadway and More
by - Jan 8, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Jessie Buckley Wins Critics Choice Award For HAMNET; Full List of Winners
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

Jessie Buckley won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film adaptation of Hamnet. Wicked: For Good, which received 7 nominations, did not win any. Check out the full list here!

Exclusive: For Bernard Telsey, Casting the WICKED Movie Was an Art of Collaboration
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026

BroadwayWorld spoke with casting director Bernard Telsey about his work on the pair of Wicked films, his reaction to being included on the Oscar shortlist, and how he hopes the new awards category will change the way people understand the work of casting directors everywhere.

All of the Award Nominations and Wins for WICKED: FOR GOOD
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 31, 2025

BroadwayWorld has put together a list of the major national and international award nominations and wins for part two of the major movie musical. The list includes Golden Globes, the National Board of Review, the Critics' Choice Awards, and more. 

WICKED: FOR GOOD Receives 7 Critics Choice Award Nominations- Check Out the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025

Wicked: For Good has received 7 nominations at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards, including Best Picture. Other notable nominees in various categories include Hamnet, Blue Moon, The Testament of Ann Lee, and Kiss of the Spider Woman.

Photos: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and More at WICKED: FOR GOOD New York Premiere
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 19, 2025

You can now check out photos from the red carpet of the Wicked: For Good New York City premiere, which streamed live, and marked the final stop of the press tour for the film.

DEATH BECOMES HER, SUNSET BOULEVARD and More Nominated for 41st Annual Artios Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Casting Society (CSA) has revealed the television, theater, commercials, short film and short form series nominees for the 41st Artios Awards. See the full list here!

Video: Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Celebrate Jimmy Award Wins on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025

Jimmy Award-winning student performers Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes stopped by Good Morning America on Tuesday, following their respective wins during the ceremony Monday evening. Watch the interview!

Photos: On the Red Carpet at the Jimmy Awards
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 24, 2025

The most talented teenagers from across the country took the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 16th Annual Jimmy Awards, hosted by Josh Groban.  BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!

Video: Josh Groban Previews the 2025 Jimmy Awards on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2025

Broadway alum Josh Groban returns as host of the 16th annual Jimmy Awards for the second year in a row. Ahead of the big night, the performer stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the ceremony. Watch the interview!

Fabiola Caraballo Quijada and Chris Hayes Win at The 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2025

BroadwayWorld is excited to report that Chris Hayes and Fabiola Caraballo Quijada have won Best Performance by an Actor and Best Perfromance by an Actress. 

Video: Watch the 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2025

110 of the most talented high schoolers in the country will take the stage at the Minskoff Theatre tonight for the 16th Annual JImmy Awards. The 2025 ceremony will stream for free online beginning at 7:30pm ET on Monday, June 23. Tune in right here to watch live!

Video: SMASH Cast Takes Final Bow on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

The Tony-nominated new Broadway musical Smash played its final Broadway performance on Sunday, June 22, 2025 after  32 previews and 84 regular performances at the Imperial Theatre. Check out a video of the final curtain call here!