Francesca Mehrotra

Review: Hugh Panaro Does It Again in MAN WITHOUT A MASK at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 24, 2026

This engagement is, pretty much, the blueprint of what he and his Director, Richard Jay-Alexander created and the recording of MAN WITHOUT A MASK is just fantastic.

Photos: Hugh Panaro Returns To 54 Below With MAN WITHOUT A MASK
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 24, 2026

Man Without A Mask has four more shows that shouldn't be missed.

SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season, Olivia Katz, and many more!

Photos & Video: Santino Fontana, Jessie Mueller & More Lead LAMB OF GOD in Largest Staging Yet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Rob Gardner’s Lamb of God, the dramatic concert work, had its one-night-only Metropolitan Opera House debut last evening in its largest staging to date. See photos and video of the concert's debut at the Met!

Ten Finalists Selected for 2026 Lenya Competition; Finals to Take Place in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music revealed the ten finalists for the 2026 LENYA COMPETITION, set for at Kilbourn Hall in Rochester, NY. The competition highlights exceptional singing actors from around the world.

Diane Paulus Reveals Backstage Secrets from MASQUERADE
by Luka Vonier - Mar 8, 2026

Totally reinventing one of the most beloved musicals of all time is no small feat and Diane Paulus is very aware. As the architect of the most inventive, immersive musical of the season, she knows that spectacular results only come after months, and in this case, years of preparation. Watch in this video as she explains more about how she conceptualized the Masquerade experience.

MASQUERADE Extends Off-Broadway Through Summer 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Due to popular demand, the immersive hit Masquerade will extend for a fifth time through Summer 2026. Masquerade will now play an additional 9 weeks through Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 218 West 57th Street.

Kurt Weill Foundation Unveils Semifinalists for 2026 Lenya Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026

Kim H. Kowalke, President of the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music and founder of the Lenya Competition, has announced the eighteen versatile singer-actors who have advanced to the Competition's semifinal round.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 22, 2026- DOG DAY AFTERNOON Sets Full Broadway Cast and More
by - Jan 22, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  January 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Behind the Curtain of MASQUERADE, with Hugh Panaro & Francesca Mehrotra
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 21, 2026

Just months ago, Masquerade sprung into existence on 57th Street, bringing a fully immersive The Phantom of the Opera back to phans from around the world. Watch in this video as Hugh Panaro and Francesca Mehrotra chat more about the intricacies of the production, how the puzzle all fits together, and so much more!

Video: MASQUERADE Star Telly Leung Sings 'Music of the Night' From PHANTOM
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2026

Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.

Photos: MASQUERADE Celebrates New Years With Bal Lumiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2026

Masquerade hosted Bal Lumière, a post-performance New Year’s Eve soirée that opened the show’s Paris Opera House environment to attendees for a late-night masked gathering. See photos from the event here!

Video: MASQUERADE Cast Hits High Notes at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - Dec 20, 2025

Performers included: Francesca Mehrotra ('Grateful'), Nkrumah Gatling ('Elijah Rock'), Tia Karaplis ('Meet Me on the Moon'), Claire Leyden ('The Flag Song'), Charles Osborne ('Some Enchanted Evening') Georgia Mendes, Francisco Javier Gonzalez ('It All Fades Away'), Haile Ferrier ('I Dreamed a Dream'), Raymond J Lee ('She Used to Be Mine'), Lee H Alexander ('Younger Than Springtime') and more. Watch in this video!

Photos: Kate Shindle, Jelani Remy and More Celebrate The Holidays At JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party continues its weekly run at Birdland with sold-out holiday-season performances. Recent evenings featured a wide range of guest artists from musical theater, jazz, pop, and country. New photos capture highlights from the ongoing concert series at the New York jazz club.

MASQUERADE To Host Bal Lumière New Year’s Eve Soirée
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.

MASQUERADE Launches Digital Cancellation Line; Extends Through March 2026
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025

Masquerade will now play an additional 8 weeks through March 2026. Masquerade also announced it has partnered with TodayTix to offer $178 Digital Cancellation Line tickets exclusively on the TodayTix app.

Photos: More From Inside MASQUERADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

Masquerade has released new production photos, giving an intimate look inside the show! Masquerade invites you to experience the iconic story and score, even stranger than you’ve dreamt it.

MASQUERADE to Launch Another Lotto 666 in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

More than 400 people braved the odds at Masquerade’s Lotto 666! Masquerade cast member Charles Osborne hosted the live in-person lottery. Lotto 666 will return, bigger and better in November.

Photos: Marina Abramović Hosts Conversation at MASQUERADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025

Noted conceptual artist and visionary Marina Abramović hosted an intimate conversation at Masquerade following an evening performance. See photos here.

MASQUERADE to Launch Lotto 666, Pre-Show In-Person Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025

For a limited time, Masquerade is launching Lotto 666, a pre-show in-person lottery featuring special guests from the Phantom of the Opera universe, offering Phans the chance to win $66.60 tickets to the show.