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Recap the 2026 Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky on Jun 8, 2026

Another Tonys has come and gone! The American Theatre Wing's 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk, aired live last night from Radio City Music Hall, honoring theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway and wrapping up the 2025/26 awards season.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 8, 2026- 79th Annual Tony Awards Roundup!
on Jun 8, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the Tony Awards fun you may have missed while watching the show!

Julianne Hough Teases She’s ‘Ready to Come Back’ to Broadway: ‘You Might Be Hearing Something Soon’
by Michael Gioia on Jun 7, 2026

Julianne Hough caught up with BroadwayWorld on the Tony Awards red carpet at Radio City Music Hall.

Lesley Manville Flew in for the Tony Awards This Morning After Closing a West End Show Last Night
by Michael Gioia on Jun 7, 2026

Lesley Manville is nominated for her first Tony Award for her performance as Jocasta in ‘Oedipus.’ The 70-year-old actress told BroadwayWorld on the red carpet at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7, that she had a busy night last night.

Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas on Jun 7, 2026

The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!

2026 Tony Awards Red Carpet Live Stream
by Nicole Rosky on Jun 7, 2026

The 2026 Tony Awards red carpet officially kicks off in Rockefeller Plaza today at 3:30pm ET. Watch live interviews with all of Broadway's biggest stars, co-hosted by Richard Ridge and Michael James Scott.

2026 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky on Jun 7, 2026

Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!

Pasek and Paul Tease New Collaboration with the Savannah Bananas
by Josh Sharpe on Jun 5, 2026

Award-winning songwriting duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul are teaming up with fan-favorite song-and-dance sports team, The Savannah Bananas, which features Derek Klena.

BroadwayWorld Will Livestream the Tony Awards Red Carpet With Michael James Scott & Richard Ridge
by Michael Major on Jun 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld will be live on the Tony Awards red carpet on Sunday with special guest co-host Michael James Scott! The Aladdin alum, who will also be performing with The Book of Mormon, will join Richie Ridge on the red carpet.

Photos & Video: Entertainment Community Fund Raises 1.8 Million at Annual Gala - Watch Highlights
by Chloe Rabinowitz on Jun 4, 2026

You can now see photos and videos from The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala on Monday, June 1, 2026 in New York City, which raised $1.8 million to support their programs and services.

Listen: Michael James Scott Shares First Pop Single 'Brighter'
by Josh Sharpe on May 29, 2026

Michael James Scott, who recently concluded his record-breaking tenure as the Genie in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway, has dropped his first pop single, “Brighter.' Listen to it now.

Interview: Chatting with The Muny's Casting Director Michael Baxter
by James Lindhorst on May 28, 2026

Michael Baxter’s work will shine on The Muny stage during all 50 performances this summer. He led the efforts and had a hand in hiring every one of the 194 actors who will fill the principal and ensemble roles.

Michael James Scott to Release New Pop Single 'Brighter'
by Josh Sharpe on May 21, 2026

Michael James Scott, who recently concluded his record-breaking tenure as the Genie in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway, will release his new single, “Brighter,” on Thursday, May 29.

The Banana Bowl Season Championship Coming to Disney+ This Fall
by Josh Sharpe on May 13, 2026

The Banana Bowl will stream live on Disney+ this October and will feature the top six teams in the Banana Ball league, including the Savannah Bananas, whose lineup includes Broadway's Derek Klena.

Video: Derek Klena Performs 'A Thousand Miles' with the Savannah Bananas
by Josh Sharpe on May 13, 2026

Derek Klena took over Atlanta's Truist Park field (and a keyboard) with a performance of Vanessa Carlton's hit song, A Thousand Miles with the Savannah Bananas. Check out Klena's and the team's rendition here.

Eric William Morris, Jared Zirilli, and Kristy Cates Will Lead MALE FLEISCHMAN Workshop
by Stephi Wild on May 8, 2026

A developmental workshop of MALE FLEISCHMAN, a new musical about an Italian-American family upended by a DNA test, features Broadway veterans Eric William Morris, Jared Zirilli, and Kristy Cates, directed by Jeremy Dobrish.

Caleb A. Barnett Will Be the Next Genie in ALADDIN
by Stephi Wild on Apr 29, 2026

Caleb A. Barnett will step into the role of Genie in Aladdin on Broadway after making his Broadway debut in the company as the Genie standby in the summer of 2023.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 28, 2026- THE LOST BOYS Opens At the Palace and More
on Apr 28, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 28, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Derek Klena and Michael James Scott Perform Disney Medley with the Savannah Bananas
by Josh Sharpe on Apr 27, 2026

Derek Klena and the Savannah Bananas recently partnered with Disney's Aladdin for a performance of Disney medleys at Yankee Stadium, joined by Michael James Scott, who performed his rendition of 'Friend Like Me.' Watch the medley now!

Videos: Michael James Scott Makes Special Appearance in ALADDIN/GENERAL HOSPITAL Crossover Event
by Josh Sharpe on Apr 23, 2026

ABC's General Hospital is teaming up with Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway for a special crossover event, featuring Michael James Scott (Genie) playing himself. Check out clips from the three-episode arc.

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