Richard Ridge

Video: What Is the State of the Theater Industry? Experts Weigh In
by Nicole Rosky - May 3, 2026

What is the state of the theater industry in 2026? A panel of New York theater  professionals came together earlier this month with SAG-AFTRA Foundation to talk about just that, in a conversation moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge. Watch in this video?

Video: Aaron Tveit Unpacks His Most Demanding Vocal Role Yet
by Luka Vonier - May 1, 2026

Tony winner Aaron Tveit returns to the stage this season in his seventh Broadway role- 'Freddie Trumper' in Michale Mayor's acclaimed revival of Chess. It's been almost four decades since the cult-favorite musical made its debut, and Tveit's electrifying performance is one of the reasons fans have been flocking to the Imperial Theatre. Watch in this video as he chats more about the bond he has formed with his fierce costars, and talks more about what he loves about 'Freddie.'

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 1, 2026- Inside MISCAST26 with Lea Michele, Darren Criss and More
by - May 1, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Ana Gasteyer Is the Villain of Your Musical Theatre Dreams in SCHMIGADOON!
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 30, 2026

You might first associate Ana Gasteyer with her hysterical characters from Saturday Night Live, but did you know that her Broadway resume is even more impressive. This season, she stars in her sixth Broadway show, Schmigadoon! Watch in this video as she chats more about the nuances of playing the Mildred and looks back on some of her favorite past roles. 

Video: Whitney White Looks Back on the Life-Changing Experience of Bringing LIBERATION to Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 30, 2026

Just months ago, Whitney White was celebrating the opening of her third Broadway project. Liberation was loved by both critics and audiences when it transferred to the James Earl Jones Theatre following its triumphant run off-Broadway last season. Watch in this interview as she chats more about her Liberation experience and looks ahead to her upcoming projects. 

Video: Lea Michele Is Making All the Right Moves as the Queen of CHESS
by Luka Vonier - Apr 29, 2026

Somebody sure is on Lea Michele's side this season. Not only did the stage and screen star make her triumphant return to Broadway in Chess (now running at the Imperial Theatre), but she just celebrated one of the ultimate Broadway honors- a portrait at the legendary Sardi's. Watch in this video as she chats more about the audience's response at Chess, the joys of being back in a Broadway show, and so much more.

Photos: Outer Critics Circle Nominees Celebrate at West Bank Cafe
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026

Outer Critics Circle Awards nominees, past winners, and members will be celebrated at a cocktail reception on Monday at West Bank Cafe. Check out photos here.

Video: Corey Stoll & Cecily Strong Unpack the Twists and Turns of WHAT HAPPENED WAS...
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2026

Now running at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre is What Happened Was… , starring Corey Stoll and Cecily Strong. The production marks the first major revival of Obie Award-winning playwright Tom Noonan’s work since his recent passing. Watch in this video as both chat more about what audiences can expect from the play!

Photos: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Cast Struts the Red Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 24, 2026

Creatures of the night descended upon Studio 54 last night, where The Rocky Horror Show officially opened on Broadway! Check out photos of the cast and creative team as they walked the red carpet here.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 23, 2026- BEACHES Opens On Broadway and More
by - Apr 23, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Inside Opening Night of FALLEN ANGELS with Rose Byrne, Kelli O'Hara & More
by Luka Vonier - Apr 22, 2026

The Todd Haimes Theatre was the place to be on Sunday night, where Noël Coward's Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis, officially opened on Broadway.  Watch in this video as the whole cast and creative team celebrate opening night!

Photos: Isa Briones & Sepideh Moafi Announce the Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 22, 2026

Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. BroadwayWorld was in attendance at the announcement ceremony and you can check out photos here!

Video: Watch Isa Briones & Sepideh Moafi Announce the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2026

Isa Briones (Just in Time, The Pitt) and Sepideh Moafi (New Born, The Pitt) hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Watch in this video.

Video: Betty Buckley Gets Ready for a Joe's Pub Return and Weighs In on CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 20, 2026

Betty Buckley will return for her yearly residency at Joe’s Pub, offering audiences the chance to experience one of Broadway’s most celebrated voices in the uniquely close setting of Joe’s Pub. Watch in this video as Betty chats more about what fans can expect at Joe's Pub and more.

Now and Forever: Andrew Lloyd Webber Explains How CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL is Breaking Down Barriers
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2026

Was there ever a composer so clever as musical Mr. Andrew Lloyd Webber? Fresh off of a purrrfect opening night for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, musical theatre living legend sat with BroadwayWorld's very own Richard Ridge to unpack the beloved (and now critically acclaimed) show's enduring legacy. Watch in this video!

Video: THE EMPORIUM Cast Gets Ready to Put on Thornton Wilder’s Final Play
by Luka Vonier - Apr 18, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for Classic Stage Company’s New York premiere of Thornton Wilder’s final play, The Emporium, adapted and completed by Kirk Lynn and directed by Rob Melrose. Watch in this video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 13, 2026- MOULIN ROUGE! Extends Broadway Run and More
by - Apr 13, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Andrew Lloyd Webber is Working on a Musical About the Theft of the Mona Lisa
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

Andrew Lloyd Webber has teased his next project, a new musical about the theft of the Mona Lisa. In a recent interview with Frank DiLella, Webber revealed that he will begin writing the musical, which is based on a true story, soon.

Video: Inside Opening Night of BECKY SHAW
by Luka Vonier - Apr 8, 2026

Earlier this week, Broadway officially added Becky Shaw to the 2025/26 season line-up. Gina Gionfriddo’s play is directed by Trip Cullman, and now running at Second Stage's Hayes Theater. Watch in this video as the whole company celebrates the special night!

Character Breakdown: The Cast of SCHMIGADOON! Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2026

Preview performances are underway at the Nederlander Theatre for Schmigadoon!  From Saturday Night Live’s Lorne Michaels and based on the Universal Television and Apple Original award-winning series, the new musical features a book and Emmy Award–winning score by Cinco Paul, and direction and choreography by Tony Award-winner Christopher Gattelli. Watch in this video as the cast unpacks their roles