Ilana Levine

Exclusive: 19 Songs by Jonathan Larson That You Probably Don't Know Yet
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 18, 2025

Previews are now underway for The Jonathan Larson Project and fans who have checked out the new musical already have intel on the more than 20 undiscovered songs, as audiences are treated to a brief breakdown as they leave the Orpheum Theatre. BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive, in-depth version of the story behind each song, courtesy of the show's conceiver, Jennifer Ashley Tepper.

Interview: Jen Coogan Highlights Female Songwriters with THE WOMEN IN THEATRE PROJECT at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 13, 2024

Part love letter, part musical, part documentary, The Women in Theatre Project celebrates the craft of theatre making, and the women behind the art form. It will play at NYC’s 54 Below on October 19th, 2024 at 9:30 pm. Read a conversation with songwriter Coogan about the inspiration behind the show.

Linda Eder, Melba Moore, and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 12, 2024

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.

THE WOMEN IN THEATRE PROJECT to Play 54 Below This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

The Women in Theatre Project, part love letter, part musical, part documentary, will celebrate the craft of theatre-making, and the women behind the art form at 54 BELOW on October 19th, 2024 at 9:30 p.m.

See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and More at 54 Below in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE WOMEN IN THEATRE PROJECT Announced At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024

54 BELOW will present The Women in Theatre Project on October 19th, 2024. Based on personal interviews with prominent women in the theatre industry, this show delves into the highs and lows of the creative process, and highlights the fundamentals of what it takes to be a healthy and successful artist. 

Photos: COUNTING AND CRACKING Opens Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024

Last night, September 12, The Public Theater and NYU Skirball celebrated the Opening Night of Belvoir St Theatre’s COUNTING AND CRACKING, a Sri Lankan-Australian epic written and associate directed by S. Shakthidharan and directed and associate written by Eamon Flack making its North American debut at NYU Skirball. See photos from opening night!

BroadwayCon Unveils First Slate of 2024 Panels and Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

BroadwayCon has revealed 2024 programming and panels! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Winnie Holzman's CHOICE Enters Final Weeks of Performances at McCarter Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

Winnie Holzman’s new comedy, Choice, will wrap up its acclaimed run on Sunday June 2 at the Berlind Theatre at Princeton’s McCarter Theatre Center.

The Broadway Community Pays Tribute to Chita Rivera
by Lauren Hilton - Jan 30, 2024

Social media timelines are flooded in memoriam of Broadway icon Chita Rivera, who passed at the age of 91. Take a look at her life and legacy on the Great White Way.

Video: THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast Surprises Broadway's Best With Sweet Treats From Shmackary's
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2023

Watch Broadway stars Javier Munoz, Linedy Genao, and more get a sweet surprise on the 100th episode of 'The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul.' Celebrating World Kindness Week, they enjoy free cookies at Schmackary's in NYC.

Photos: Stars Arrive at Opening Night of SPAMALOT!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 19, 2023

See photos of stars Brie Larson, Iman Vellani, Vanessa Williams, Victor Garber, Cobie Smulders, and more as they arrive at Spamalot opening night here!

Photos: Broadway Stars Celebrate The Art Of Kindness Podcast 100th Episode at Schmackary's
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023

Free cookies for being kind? Deanna Giulietti, Javier Muñoz, Linedy Genao and more star guests joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to celebrate its 100th podcast episode, featuring Carol Burnett, at Schmackary's in New York City on World Kindness Day (November 13, 2023).

Listen: Randy Rainbow Talks Musical Theater, Comedy, and How He Got His Start on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Oct 2, 2023

Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. On this week's episode, Randy Rainbow tells stories of how he got his start, what sparked his interest in musical theater, and when his career started to really take off. Listen to the full episode here!

Photos: Inside Frank DiLella's Birthday Celebration at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 26, 2023

Frank DiLella, theatre journalist and the eight-time Emmy Award winning host of “On Stage” on Spectrum News NY1, recently celebrated his birthday with a star-studded bash at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the night here!

Listen: Mahira Kakkar and Salma Qarnain Talk LIFE OF PI and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Aug 14, 2023

On this week's episode, live from Bryant Park in New York City, podcast guests and the stars of Life of Pi on Broadway, Mahira Kakkar and Salma Qarnain, shared stories of their lives which collectively include degrees from Stanford, MIT, Harvard and Juilliard School of Drama.

Listen: Micaela Diamond Talks THE CHER SHOW, PARADE, and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Aug 7, 2023

On this week's episode of Little Known Facts, Micaela described what she learned from Stephanie J. Block as a leader of that company and how inspiring that was.

Listen: Andrew Burnap and Dakin Mathews Talk CAMELOT on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2023

This week, go behind the scenes with Camelot stars Andrew Burnap and Dakin Mathews. Dakin and Andrew join Ilana Levine for a live podcast event in Bryant Park and share hilarious and revealing details about working on this revamped production by Aaron Sorkin. 

Listen: Katey Sagal Joins the Latest Episode of LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Jul 25, 2023

In this episode, actress and singer Katey Sagal describes growing up in Hollywood with parents in the entertainment industry. Rebelling against her father's desire for her to be an actress, Katey pursued a career as a singer-songwriter. But early on, when doing a musical written by her friend, she was pursued by an agent who convinced her to start auditioning. Listen to the full episode here!

Listen: Jessie Mueller and Javier Munoz Join Latest Episode of LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2023

Listen to the latest episode of Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine featuring Jessie Mueller and Javier Munoz.