Ari Afsar

AND I YOU Musical Will Premiere at Olney Theatre Center; 2025-2026 Season Announced
by Emmy Rice - Apr 4, 2025

The season unites established theater luminaries like Lauren Gunderson, Zhailon Levingston, and Nova Y. Payton; rising star writer/composers Ari Afsar and Joriah Kwamé; award-winning UK theater artists Daniel Bailey and Tyrell Williams; and DMV resident (and celebrity chef) Carla Hall.

World Premiere Musical I AND YOU And More Set for McCarter Theatre Center 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

McCarter Theatre Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 subscription season, featuring an exciting lineup of theater, music, and dance that brings together groundbreaking new works, celebrated productions, and world-renowned artists.

Review: THE LEADING LADY CLUB CONCERT Is a Female-Focused Blast at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - Apr 1, 2025

THE LEADING LADY CONCERT at 54 Below on March 22 featured lots of talent and more than just bravura belting--with some surprises. An annual concert for Women's History Month is strong and stylish.

See Katrina Lenk, Arielle Jacobs, and More This Week in Prospect's IGNITE FEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

Prospect Musicals’ new residency at Baruch Performing Arts Center continues this upcoming week with the IGNITE Concert Festival, running through April 13, 2025. See details about upcoming shows and learn more!

Katrina Lenk To Lead New THE CHERRY ORCHARD Musical Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025

The American Theatre Wing Jonathan Larson Award Winner Emily Xu Hall will present a concert performance of her new musical adaptation of Chekhov's CHERRY ORCHARD, starring Tony Award winner Katrina Lenk. We have all of the details here.

Phoenix Best and Emily Kristen Morris Join THE LEADING LADY CLUB at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

54 Below will present The Leading Lady Club to celebrate Women's History Month. The Leading Lady Club is a celebration of women who are leading the way on Broadway and beyond.

NaTasha Yvette Williams, Krystal Joy Brown, Ari Afsar, and More Join THE LEADING LADY CLUB CONCERT at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

54 Below will present The Leading Lady Club on March 22nd, 2025 at 9:30 PM to celebrate Women's History Month. The Leading Lady Club is a celebration of women who are leading the way on Broadway and beyond.

Lucille Lortel Theatre Reveals 2025 Round Of 121 Project Supported Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

The Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed that four new musicals will receive support through the 121 Project, the Lortel's tailored development program for new musical works. Learn more!

Musician, Composer Veronica Mansour To Perform At Adelphi PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

Composer, musician and artist and Jonathan Larson Grant winner Veronica Mansour will perform original music at Adelphi University's Performing Arts Center. Learn more!

Ari Afsar and Nikhil Saboo Will Lead JOHN & JEN Anniversary Concert
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024

Ari Afsar and Nikhil Saboo will lead the 30th anniversary concert performance of John & Jen at the Green Room 42 next month. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Laura Dadap, Nikhil SabooAri and More Join Ari Afsar at Joe's Pub
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024

Directed by Dria Brown (Broadway Advocacy Coalition) and music directed and keys by Sujin Kim-Ramsey (KPOP), Afsar will be joined by Laura Dadap (Here Lies Love) and Nikhil Saboo (Dear Evan Hansen) on vocals, Michiko Egger (Hadestown) on guitar, Michelle Osbourne (Six) on bass, and Jesse-Ray Leich (Hell’s Kitchen) on drums.

World Premiere of Pasek and Paul's LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is Coming to Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024

Pasadena Playhouse will present the world premiere musical adaptation from EGOT-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

T. Oliver Reid, Tiffany Mann & More to Join A NIGHT OF ARTIVISM Presented by BAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024

Broadway Advocacy Coalition will present “A Night of Artivism” on Monday, September 16, 2024 at the Playhouse Theater at Abrons Theater. Learn more about the event.

Broadway Unites to Organize Support for the Harris-Walz Campaign
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2024

The best of Broadway came together for the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call- giving theater makers and fans an opportunity to learn more about how they can get involved in supporting the Harris-Walz campaign and other Democrats between now and the election. Check out what went down at the big meeting here!

Videos: Laura Benanti, Julia Murney, and More Perform at BROADWAY CELEBRATES EQUAL RIGHTS at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2024

On August 26, 54 Below celebrated Women's Equality Day with Broadway Celebrates Equal Rights, featuring a host of Broadway performances. Check out the videos here!

Shaina Taub Will Host Broadway for Harris Community Launch
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 26, 2024

Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.

Four Theatres Co-Commission Lauren Gunderson LITTLE WOMEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024

Lauren Gunderson's adaptation of LITTLE WOMEN has been co-commissioned by four theatres, bringing a fresh take on the classic novel to the stage. Learn more about the productions.

Laura Benanti and More Join BROADWAY CELEBRATES EQUALITY At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024

54 Below will present “Broadway Celebrates Equality,” a celebration of Women’s Equality Day, Monday, Aug. 26, 7  p.m.

Joe Iconis & Family, Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, and More to Play 54 Below
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 28, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Check out the full lineup here!

Berkeley Rep Announces Participants For 2024 Ground Floor Summer Residency Lab
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2024

Berkeley Rep reveals the participants for the 2024 Ground Floor Summer Residency Lab, featuring a diverse group of artists and projects aimed at fostering new works in theater.