Billy Joe Kiessling

Shakina Nayfack, L Morgan Lee, Ezra Menas and More Join A PLACE FOR US: A Virtual Concert Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary Voices in Musical Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021

'A Place for Us: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary Artists in Musical Theatre', a free virtual event supporting and amplifying the incredible trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming artists in the theatre community from Broadway to the UK will stream on YouTube on Wednesday, June 30th at 7pm EDT.

Stars from CURSED CHILD, MEAN GIRLS, and More Face Off at BOY BANDS VS. GIRL GROUPS at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Julie Musbach - Jun 18, 2018

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents a battle of the bands! Broadway's hottest stars unite for one night only to bring you songs from your favorite Boy Bands and Girl Groups. Who would win in a singoff between The Backstreet Boys and The Spice Girls? Are you Team One Direction or Team Pussycat Dolls? Join us and root for your favorites!

Enter to Win Your Chance to Sing at 54 Below
by Julie Musbach - Feb 26, 2018

54 Songs. 54 Singers. 54 Seconds Each. The team behind the upcoming 54/54/54 concert at Feinstein's/54 Below is looking for an undiscovered talent to fill one of the slots, performing alongside Tony winners, Olivier winners, TV/movie stars, and more... and it could be you! If you've always wanted to perform at Feinstein's/54 Below, this is your shot. More info about the show, happening on 5/4, can be found at 54below.com/54.

Billy Joe Kiessling Short Film 'Billy Me' Released Today
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2018

Billy Joe Kiessling and Jake Appet have released their short film 'billy me' today chronicling the daily doings in the life of Kiessling while performing in NATASHA, PIERRE, & THE GREAT COMET on Broadway last summer; The film is available for free and streaming now on Vimeo

VIDEO: There's a War Going on Out There in Westeros! GREAT COMET Covers GAME OF THRONES Theme
by Julie Musbach - Jul 16, 2017

The Imperial is no stranger to accomplished musicians, but it's no doubt that GREAT COMET has brought a whole new level of musical genius to the stage. The latest in a long line of artistic shenanigans is a cover of the epic Game of Thrones theme song to celebrate the show's return tonight. Check out the video below!

Photo Coverage: GREAT COMET Receives Actors' Equity Association's ACCA Award
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 21, 2017

Actors' Equity Association just presented Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 with the ninth annual "ACCA" Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Presented by Equity's Advisory Committee on Chorus Affairs (ACCA), the ACCA Award is the only industry accolade of its kind to honor the distinctive talents and contributions made by the original chorus members of a Broadway musical.

Denee Benton, Grace McLean and More to Lead ALIVE! THE ZOMBIE MUSICAL in Concert
by Julie Musbach - Jun 18, 2017

Written and Directed by Josh Canfield, and starring multiple cast members of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812, this new musical follows a cold and bloodless eater as he comes to the realization that he is, in fact, a zombie.

Actors' Equity Association Honors GREAT COMET with Outstanding Broadway Chorus Award
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2017

Actors' Equity Association today announced that Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 will receive the ninth annual 'ACCA' Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Presented by Equity's Advisory Committee on Chorus Affairs (ACCA), the ACCA Award is the only industry accolade of its kind to honor the distinctive talents and contributions made by the original chorus members of a Broadway musical.

'GREAT COMET' to Trail Across Broadway Into Winter 2018; New Block of Tickets Released!
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2017

NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, nominated for 12 Tony Awards including Best Musical, announced today that a new block of tickets is now on sale through January 8, 2018.

Photo Coverage: GREAT COMET Creator and Three-Time Tony Nominee Dave Malloy Takes First Broadway Bows as Pierre!
by Jennifer Broski - May 5, 2017

Dave Malloy, creator of the twelve-time Tony nominated new musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, made his Broadway performing debut in the show last night, stepping into the role of 'Pierre' for 10 performances across May and June 2017. Last night the company toasted the newly minted three time Tony nominee, as he made his Broadway performing debut. BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the special occasion below!

DVR Alert: Josh Groban & Cast of 'THE GREAT COMET' to Perform on GMA
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2017

BWW has learned that today, April 14th,  Josh Groban and the cast of Broadway's THE GREAT COMET will give a live performance on ABC's GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Be sure to set your DVR's.

DVR Alert: Josh Groban & Cast of 'THE GREAT COMET' to Perform on GMA
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 7, 2017

BWW has learned that on Friday, April 14th,  Josh Groban and the cast of Broadway's THE GREAT COMET will give a live performance on ABC's GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Be sure to set your DVR's.

Random Farms Kids' Theater Announces Broadway-Packed Roster for Spring Benefit Concert
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2017

The Random Farms Kids' Theater, based in Westchester, NY, will host a benefit concert entitled Random Broadway on Monday, April 3 at 7pm, featuring performers from the Broadway community and beyond.

Carmen Cusack, Linda Eder, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Hit Feinstein's/54 Below This March
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2017

This March, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for details!

'GREAT COMET' to Welcome HAMILTON Star as Josh Groban's Summer Successor
by BWW News Desk - Feb 15, 2017

Okieriete 'Oak' Onaodowan, best known for originating the roles of Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in Hamilton, will join the cast of the new Broadway musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 as 'Pierre' beginning July 3, 2017, starring alongside Denée Benton as 'Natasha.' Click below to watch a fun video introducing the new star!

'GREAT COMET' Stars to Sing in 'Broadway at W' Series This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2017

This Sunday, February 19th at 7pm, cast members from Broadway's stellar hit show Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 will head to W New York - Times Square for the eleventh installment of Broadway at W.

'GREAT COMET' Cast to Perform Original Music, Covers at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2017

Here's to happiness, freedom, and life!

Photo Coverage: Broadway's GREAT COMET Celebrates Book Release at Barnes and Noble
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 14, 2017

Members of the cast and creative team of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 and author Steven Suskin celebrated the release of the book The Great Comet: The Journey of a New Musical to Broadway at Barnes & Noble and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the event!

THE GREAT COMET Creator Dave Malloy Will Make His Broadway Debut as Pierre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2016

Dave Malloy, creator of the "intoxicatingly good, rapturous" (Isherwood, NY Times) new musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, will make his Broadway performing debut in the show this spring, stepping into the role of 'Pierre' for 10 performances across May and June 2017.

New Book Will Chronicle the Journey Behind 'GREAT COMET'; Includes All-New Recordings!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2016

Follow the tail! NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812: THE JOURNEY OF A NEW MUSICAL TO BROADWAY, edited and compiled by Steven Suskin with script and annotations by Dave Malloy, will hit the shelves this month.