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VIDEO: Watch Joaquina Kalukango, Matt Doyle & More Perform on PBS' New Year's Eve Special
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2023

Hosted by Grammy winner Renée Fleming (filmed at the Gala Hispanic Theatre in Washington, DC) with Chris Jackson (filmed at the Triad Theater in New York City), PBS' third UNITED IN SONG included Mandy Gonzalez ('Everything's Coming Up Roses'), Matt Doyle ('One Song Glory'), Joaquina Kalukango ('Let It Burn'), and more. Watch the full video now!

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Plays 'Wheel of Freestyle' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 19, 2019

Lin-Manuel Miranda returns to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to face off against The Roots' Tarik Trotter  in 'The Wheel of Freestyle.' In the competition, each is given three random words they've never seen before, like 'Daenerys Targaryen' and 'Pikachu,' and they must work them all into a freestyle rap. Plus, Lin-Manuel Miranda makes a major announcement about his return to Broadway.

VIDEO: 30 Days Of Tony! Day 15- Robin de Jesus Hits the Jackpot With IN THE HEIGHTS
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2019

In 2008, Robin de Jesus, a nominee this year for The Boys In the Band, made his Tony Awards debut with the new musical In The Heights.

VIDEO: How Does NETWORK Handle Staging Live Cinema?
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2018

Network's Video Designer Tal Yarden discusses the use of pre-recorded and live film in Network in a new video released by National Theatre Discoverer on YouTube. Follow Julie Rocque and Chris Jackson, the onstage camera operators of the production, in the video below.

VIDEO: Phillipa Soo and Chris Jackson Sing Cut Song from Disney's MOANA
by BWW News Desk - Feb 15, 2017

Remember hearing Chris Jackson as the singing voice of Moana's father? Well, in this new bonus video shared by Entertainment Weekly, Jackson and fellow HAMILTON star Phillipa Soo sing as Maui and Moana in a cut song from Disney's MOANA. Check out the video below!

TV Exclusive: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda & Company in the Premiere Episode of Seeso's FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2016

The series debuts of Seseso tomorrow, June 23, but you can check it out here first! That's right- BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you the entire first episode below!

STAGE TUBE: Watch Teasers and Trailers for CBS' Fall 2016 Pickups - STAR TREK, TRAINING DAY & More!
by Tyler Peterson - May 18, 2016

In 2016-2017, CBS will expand its comedy lineup, increasing the number of comedies from four to eight, compared to last fall, and programming two two-hour blocks on Mondays and Thursdays. Check out trailers below!

STAGE TUBE: Chris Jackson and Mandy Gonzalez Sing IN THE HEIGHTS at #Ham4Ham
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 9, 2016

In honor of the fifth anniversary of the closing of IN THE HEIGHTS on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, Christopher Jackson and Mandy Gonzalez, the original Benny and Nina, sang 'When You're Home.' Check it out below!

STAGE TUBE: #Ham4Ham Goes Sporty - HAMILTON's Chris Jackson Performs the National Anthem
by Stage Tube - Oct 28, 2015

Today's #Ham4Ham featured Chris Jackson (who plays George Washington in HAMILTON and is apparently something of a good luck charm for New York sports teams) singing the National Anthem in honor of the Mets playing in the World Series. Check it out below!

VIDEO: Here Comes the General! HAMILTON's Chris Jackson Performs National Anthem at Mets/Cubs Game
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 19, 2015

Star of Broadway's HAMILTON Chris Jackson performed the National Anthem at last night's Game 2 of the NLCS at New York's Citi Field.

VIDEO: IN THE HEIGHTS Reunion with Karen Olivo at HAMILTON Lotto!
by Robert Diamond - Aug 1, 2015

On August 1st, the #Ham4Ham Lottery welcomed special guest Karen Olivo for a reunion of 'In The Heights'! Watch Lin-Manuel, Karen, Chris Jackson and more sing 96,000 from the show!

STAGE TUBE: Lin-Manuel Miranda Does a Role Swap at HAMILTON Lottery
by Stage Tube - Jul 17, 2015

HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda swapped roles for a rendition of the show's first cabinet meeting during tonight's lottery. Click below to watch him play Thomas Jefferson, with Daveed Diggs as Alexander Hamilton and Chris Jackson officiating!

STAGE TUBE: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Freestyle Love Supreme Discuss Best Freestyles Ever
by Jillian Gaier - May 30, 2014

Improvisational hip-hop troup, Freestyle Love Supreme, participated in a virtual round table discussion on Wednesday with Future of Storytelling (FoST), where members discussed their best moments on stage. The group performs at various venues in NYC, and even appears on the Pivot Network in a ten-episode series that exposes the nation to the much talked about live show. On stage, five performers, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chris Jackson, Chris 'Shockwave' Sullivan, Andrew Bancroft, Arthur Lewis, and Bill Sherman, take the crowd on a non-stop hip-hop improv ride, spinning cues from the audience into instantaneous riffs and fully realized musical numbers.

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Pivot's FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME Special, Featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda!
by Courtnie Mele - Mar 8, 2014

Tonight, March 8, an original special Freestyle Love Supreme airs on Pivot at 10pm ET. The high-energy, completely improvised hip hop show, from the two creators of the award-winning Broadway hit 'In the Heights,' was filmed Thursday night in NYC. Check out the following two clips which feature improvised raps based on that night's audience suggestions.

VIDEO: MOTOWN's Saycon Sengbloh Performs New Single 'Be Here' at Drom
by Stage Tube - Dec 23, 2013

On December 16th, Broadway star, Saycon Sengbloh (Motown The Musical / Fela), released her new single, Be Here, from her upcoming album. After an exclusive performance of the song at Drom in New York City, Saycon released the song via digital outlets such as iTunes, Amazon, and CD Baby, and sold physical copies at her show. Click below to watch her performance at Drom!

VIDEO: Showtime Drama Goes Broadway in HOMELAND: The Musical
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 24, 2013

You've watched them love, fight, and sacrifice for three seasons on the explosive Showtime drama HOMELAND. But now, you can witness the magical world of homeland security find new life on Broadway in 'Homeland: The Musical.' Check out the parody below!

STAGE TUBE: Original IN THE HEIGHTS Cast Sings Stevie Wonder at Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wedding
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 5, 2012

Two years ago, Broadway favorite Lin-Manuel Miranda tied the knot with his long-time girlfriend, Vanessa, in an intimate celebration amongst family and friends. He just posted the below video of a surprise performance from his IN THE HEIGHTS cast.

STAGE TUBE: Orfeh, Clark Sing Steven Jamail!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 13, 2011

On Monday, November 22nd, 2010, a host of theatre actors took part in an exclusive concert and cocktail reception featuring the music and lyrics of Steven Jamail. Check performances by Orfeh and Katie Rose Clark below!

STAGE TUBE: IN THE HEIGHTS Believes in Chris Jackson
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2010

Chris Jackson, who recently left the company of In the Heights after playing leading man Benny since 2002, was presented by his castmates with a truly inspirational tribute video. Receivng the help of Rascal Media, which also made IN THE HEIGHTS:CHASING BROADWAY DREAMS, Chris left the cast with this touching sendoff.

TV: Broadway Softball League Opening Day
by Eddie Varley - Jul 3, 2008

On Thursday May 22, 2008 the 54th annual Broadway Softball league opened their season at the Heckscher Fields in Central Park. Participating this year for the opening day festivities were Chris Jackson (In The Heights), Jenna Russell (Sunday in the Park With George) and George Wendt (Hairspray). The day celebrated not only the beginning of the season and but also included an appearance by Bob Davis who presented a check for $50,000 to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids on behalf of Michelob Ultra, the official sponsor of the 2008 Broadway Softball Season.

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