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THE NORMAL HEART 1993 Benefit Reading With Barbra Streisand, Kevin Bacon to Get First Digital Release
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026

Simon & Schuster Audio will release the 1993 Broadway benefit reading of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART on digital audio for the first time, featuring Kevin Bacon, Stockard Channing, Harry Hamlin, and a rare stage appearance by Barbra Streisand.

THE TALES OF CUSTARD THE DRAGON to Make Debut at Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island will present the off-Broadway family musical The Tales of Custard The Dragon, based on Ogden Nash's whimsical stories, with show-only and dinner performances available.

Photos/Video: Broadway Bets Raises $989,528 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

Broadway’s official game night, Broadway Bets, hosted an evening of poker that raised  $989,528 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Check out photos and video here!

Broadway Cares #RedBuckets Spring Fundraising Sets Record at $7.1M
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS raised a spring record $7,135,088 through its #RedBuckets campaign across 54 productions. JUST IN TIME led all shows with $932,461 raised.

Photos: Alex Newell, Kate Baldwin, and More Perform at Mark MacKillop's Salon For Broadway Cares
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Mark MacKillop hosted his fourth Salon in the home of Interior Designer Jamie Drake, with performances from Mark MacKillop, Alex Newell, Kate Baldwin, David Burtka, Brandon Contreras and Sam Gravitte. Check out photos here!

Photos: NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K Raises $95,227 for Broadway Cares
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

More than 1,300 participants gathered March 28, 2026, including 66 dedicated fundraisers, for the fourth annual NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K, running and walking in support of Broadway Cares. The event raised $95,227. See photos!

Broadway Cares #RedBuckets Return To Theaters Beginning Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2026

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' #RedBuckets will return to theaters on Friday, March 13, 2026, held by dedicated cast members and volunteers at Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring production.

Broadway Cares Sends $3.2 Million to Food and Meal Delivery Programs Across The Country
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS this week awarded a record $3,207,500 to 158 food pantries, meal delivery services and congregate meal programs nationwide. Learn more here!

BROADWAY BETS Will Return in May to Benefit Broadway Cares
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

Broadway insiders and powerhouse companies from across entertainment and beyond will ante up for a night of competitive cards and industry buzz at Broadway Bets, returning Monday, May 18, 2026.

Photos: Drew & Dane's 33rd Annual Festivity Supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 33rd Annual Festivity, Resilience and Resonance. Check out photos from the event.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Leadership Changes in Opera Large and Small
by Alex Freeman - Nov 10, 2025

This week’s roundup highlights major leadership changes, funding shifts, and renewed investment in the performing arts. OPERA America has named Michael J. Bobbitt as its next President & CEO, while Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced $1.5 million in emergency food grants nationwide. In New York, The Joyce Theater Foundation received a landmark $15 million gift, and Broadway productions prepare to take the stage at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Regionally, Chicago’s cultural department faces a proposed budget reduction, Theatre Washington released a new industry impact report, and Houston Grand Opera appointed James Gaffigan as its next Music Director. Meanwhile, in the UK, opera and arts education take center stage with efforts to broaden access and strengthen creative learning.

Broadway Cares Responds To SNAP Uncertainty With $1.5 Million In Emergency Food Grants
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced $1.5 million in emergency grants to support food service organizations nationwide, helping ensure meals and essential nutrition for millions affected by the federal government's uncertainty.

Broadway Cares Fall Fundraising Begins Tonight With Red Buckets Returning
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025

The Broadway Cares Red Buckets will return to theater lobbies in New York City and across the country beginning tonight, October 24, 2025. Learn more here!

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Provides a Record $18.3 Million in Support in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

 Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced a record-breaking $18.3 million in grantmaking in 2025. Learn more about Broadway Cares and its donations this year here!

Sara Bareilles, Lea Salonga, Joshua Henry and More Join Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board Of Trustees
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025

The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees voted unanimously to welcome eight distinguished industry leaders, each bringing unique expertise and a shared dedication to advancing the organization’s lifesaving mission.

Photos: Inside the Black Theatre United Gala 2025 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom
by Stephen Sorokoff - Sep 30, 2025

See photos from inside the Black Theatre United 2025 Gala. The evening was directed by (for the third year) by Jerry Dixon with musical direction by Joseph Joubert. 

Patina Miller, Sierra Boggess, and More Will Take Part in First Broadway Mile
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025

New York Road Runners has teamed up with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and The Broadway League for the first-ever Broadway Mile, an exclusive heat only for Broadway performers and theater professionals.

The Entertainment Community Fund Joins No Times Square Casino Coalition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025

The Entertainment Community Fund has officially joined the No Times Square Casino Coalition. Learn more about the Fund and about the the casino here.

Broadway Cares Awards $2.1 Million More in Support Nationwide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025

Broadway Cares has awarded a record $2,126,000 in grants to 263 more organizations nationwide, supporting direct services, emergency assistance, harm reduction and quality-of-life programs.

Broadway Community and Caesars Clash Over Proposed Times Square Casino
by Joshua Wright - Jun 26, 2025

The Broadway community, along with residents and local businesses, rallied yesterday in Father Duffy Square to oppose the development of a casino in Times Square. Real estate developer SL Green is set to officially submit its casino application this week.