Nicholas Adler

There are certain Broadway performers that are the backbone of the industry, the go-to people that you know will both provide name recognition and bring a high level quality performance to the show. Currently starring as Mr. Musnik in the Off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors, two-time Tony Award nominee Brad Oscar is one of those performers.

Chances are you’ve seen Adam B. Shapiro in something. Maybe on television as the Cantor in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, maybe featured as Bella in HBO’s The Normal Heart, possibly as the lead singer on Holland America Cruise Line’s Show Room at Sea. If you are in New York City, there’s a good possibility you’ve been lucky to witness Adam starring in one of his award winning solo cabaret shows around the city.

Innovative. Tenacious. Inspiring. Diva. Words to describe the one and only Kathy Dietch. I've always been drawn towards women who fit this description. (Full disclosure; I am married to one!). Women who are very much at home playing the Diva on stage and might not follow a traditional path or be satisfied with what box society places them in.

In this edition of SO NOW YOU KNOW, BroadwayWorld talks to Winnie the Pooh's original PIGLET & ROO, puppeteer, actress and singer, Kristina Dizon about being a part of Winnie the Pooh, The New Musical Stage Adaption.

'A good anecdote should always be shared, because it's interesting!' said Sardi's Roundable Hostess and Producer Randie Levine-Miller. I read some really wonderful behind-the-sceens anecdotes on Broadway Actress Katy Grenfell's private Facebook page about a week ago where she lifted the curtain on her experiences in the 1997 Broadway show THE LIFE.

In this interview, I get to find out what John has been up to and what he is working on next!

In this interview, I am lucky to uncover some new facts about the legendary funny lady, Marilyn Michaels.

In this interview, I get to discover more about the uber talented Ann Hampton Callaway.

In this interview, I get to discover what makes Stephen Mosher such a success as a writer, critic and fitness coach.

In this interview, I get to discover more about singer and comedianne, Susie Mosher.

In this interview, I get to find out some great history about Darius and hear all about his upcoming projects including an upcoming show for Radio Free Birdland called 'Let Me Carry You This Christmas'.

Singer, actor and songwriter, D.C. Anderson is a very talented person. His latest album, Sarasota is D.C.'s 12th studio album which was released earlier in 2020.

Sam Harris is known for his amazing vocal ability. He has now added author to his many talents and what a great time to catch up with his work, including a new show which is set to debut on December 3!

Amra Faye-Wright is one of the most well-loved and respected working New York musical theater actors. In his interview with her, Nicholas Adler finds out what drives her, and the secret to the longevity of her career.

An enchanted evening it sure was for those lucky enough to get to see the revival of South Pacific at the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center. Chocked full of A-List Broadway performers included the talents of Kelli O’Hara, Matthew Morrison, Danny Burstein, Liz McCartney and the golden voiced baritone making his Broadway debut, Paulo Szot.

Broadway World reporter Nicholas Adler visits with Tony nominee Adam Pascal for an in-depth talk.

The voice was just as bright and clear, but belonged to the super-talented Broadway actress, Capathia Jenkins. She was singing her heart out about the love she has for the children of Covenant House in New York City.

Claybourne Elder and the rest of the cast of COMPANY were all set to open the third revival production of the show on Broadway when COVID-19 hit and closed down NYC life as we knew it. Claybourne was set to appear in COMPANY, his fourth Broadway show, as the flight attendant, Andy, who you might know better as April in the original version.

One of the amazing things about working at Jazz at Lincoln Center for the past 12 years has been seeing the next generation of musicians and singers take steps along their careers. Someone from the Programming Team has heard a young artist play somewhere and has decided they have what it takes to be a part of one of JALCa??s performances, whether it be the late night set in Dizzya??s Club, teaching in one of the Jazz Education events or performing in the educational Jazz for Young People shows or playing on the big stage, the room specifically designed for Jazz music where the famed Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra plays, the 1,233 seat Rose Theater.

Singer/actress Liz McCartney has been on Broadway in 13 productions including originating two roles - Sue Tilley in the Boy George musical, TABOO and Rebecca in The Dance Of The Vampires. She has played several of coveted iconic diva roles on stage - Carlotta in The Phantom of the Opera, Rosie in Mamma Mia and Madame Thenardier in Les Miserables, not to mention Ursula in Paper Mill Playhousea??s The Little Mermaid. Liz is the type of performer that commands your attention when she enters the stage and keeps hold of it with her powerful dramatic soprano voice and formidable presence. She works constantly in her chosen field and ita??s pretty easy to see why.