Bill Berloni

Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway Capitalization Budgets Continue to Increase, Congestion Pricing Goes Into Effect

From Broadway's escalating production budgets to Berlin’s significant arts funding cuts, economic pressures are shaping the global cultural landscape. Meanwhile, New York City takes bold steps with congestion pricing, impacting theatergoers and commuters alike. Amid these challenges, artistic resilience shines through – whether in rural arts communities, Hollywood’s ongoing fight to rebound, or the launch of the Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab to nurture new talent.

Video: How Bill Berloni Trains the Canine Stars of Broadway

When it comes to working with the furry friends of Broadway, perhaps no one knows more than Bill Berloni of William Berloni Theatrical Animals. Watch in this video as he hangs with two of the canine stars of Left on Tenth, Nessa and Charlie, and tells us all about how he prepares them for the stage!

Interview: LEFT ON TENTH Playwright Delia Ephron Is Making Miracles On Broadway

The romantic comedy is alive and well on Broadway in the charming new play, Left On Tenth. The dramedy, starring Julianna Margulies and Peter Gallagher, is an adaptation of the 2022 memoir from novelist, essayist, screenwriter, and rom-com icon, Delia Ephron. Read our interview with the playwright here!

The Encore Musical Theatre Company Presents ANNIE

The Encore Musical Theatre Company in Dexter, Michigan, has announced the opening of ANNIE on the Maas Stage from December 5, 2024, to January 12, 2025, featuring Ellen Gruber as Annie and David Moan as Daddy Warbucks.

The Museum of Broadway Will Host a Kids' Night on Broadway Event This Week

Join in at the museum on August 20, from 9:30am-5pm for a fun day of Broadway games, karaoke, trivia and one-of-a-kind interactive experiences for kids of all ages.

Bill Berloni Will Sign Copies of His Book at the Museum of Broadway

Bill Berloni will take part in a special event to celebrate Kids' Night on Broadway at The Museum of Broadway. Berloni will be signing copies of his book, Broadway Tails with Bill Berloni on August 20 at 4pm.

Nathan Salstone, Kyle Scatliffe & More to Star in Forestburgh Playhouse's IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS

Forestburgh Playhouse will present IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS in September. Learn more about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Leslie Odom Jr., Melissa Etheridge, & More To Perform at American Theatre Wing Gala

Experience the magic of the AMERICAN THEATRE WING 2023 Gala featuring amazing performances by Leslie Odom Jr., Melissa Etheridge, Tituss Burgess, and other talented artists on Monday, September 11, 2023.

Stephen Bogardus, Lana Gordon & More to Star in World Premiere Musical ON CEDAR STREET at Berkshire Theatre Group

Get ready for the world premiere musical 'ON CEDAR STREET' at Berkshire Theatre Group, starring Stephen Bogardus and Lana Gordon. Experience the magic and unforgettable performances in this spectacular new production. Don't miss out on this enchanting musical event!

Interview: Bill Berloni Helps Shelter Dogs Become Stars of the Stage in ANNIE at Broadway San Diego

Bill Berloni, the animal trainer to Broadway and beyond and who helped train the original Sandy talks about finding and training the dogs for performances, and their connection with the human cast. Playing at the San Diego Civic Theatre through Broadway San Diego, Annie is running from December 27th through January 1st.

Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for New ANNIE National Tour

Leapin’ Lizards! The full cast and creative team has been announced for the all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award®-winning musical ANNIE. In the title role of Annie is Ellie Pulsifer, a 12-year-old actress from South Florida, making her tour debut. 

BWW Exclusive: A History of ANNIE on Broadway and Beyond

Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.

Photos: First Look at ANNIE At Children's Theatre Company

Children’s Theatre Company presents its much-anticipated production of Annie. Directed by Peter Rothstein, Annie runs November 7, 2021 through January 9, 2022, opening the first live CTC theatrical season post-pandemic.

Casting Announced for ANNIE at Children's Theatre Company

Children's Theatre Company has announced the cast for the much-anticipated production of Annie. Directed by Peter Rothstein, Annie runs November 7, 2021 through January 9, 2022, opening the first live CTC theatrical season post-pandemic.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: May 22-23- with Lilli Cooper, Chuck Cooper, and More!

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, May 22-23, 2021.

BROADWAY BARKS 2021 Adds Josh Groban, Glenn Close, Allison Janney, Ariana DeBose and More

The 23rd annual Broadway Barks and 2nd Broadway Barks Across America is set to stream on Sunday, May 23rdat7:00 pm EDT on Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' Facebook and YouTube pages.

Audra McDonald, Lea Salonga, Chita Rivera, and Many More Set For BROADWAY BARKS Virtual Adoption Event

Broadway Barks will once again stream its annual animal adoption event on Sunday, May 23rd at 7:00 p.m. EDT. The streamed event, hosted by co-founder Bernadette Peters will feature adoptable animals from shelters and presented by celebrities Across America.

VIDEO: Watch Growing Up Annie and Sandy on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm ET) with Growing Up Annie and Sandy with guest host Christine Pedi and Bill Berloni, Andrea McArdle, Alicia Morton, Allison Smith and Josie Todd.

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, April 27- with Christine Pedi, Andrea McArdle, and More!

Today (April 27) in live streaming: it's all about Annie and Sandy on Stars in the House, Ben Rimalower and Daniel Nolen are back with Next Year, Some Year, and more!

Ramin Karimloo and Bonnie Milligan Join AS THE CURTAIN RISES Podcast

AS THE CURTAIN RISES will return to the Broadway Podcast Network with four more episodes of the fabulously dishy and utterly delectable binge worthy shenanigans. Joining the star-studded cast are Ramin Karimloo and Bonnie Milligan amongst various special Broadway guests (playing themselves).