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Photos: First Look at THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 18, 2025

Previews are officially underway for The Jonathan Larson Project, which has an official opening on March 10 at the Orpheum Theatre for a 16 week limited engagement. Check out a first look at the cast in action here.
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Will Host Digital Rush, Plus Additional Casting
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Jonathan Larson Project will host a Digital Rush via TodayTix beginning Friday! Plus, additional casting has been announced. Learn more about the show here!
Videos: Sneak Peek of Songs from THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT
by Michael Major - Feb 3, 2025

Ahead of the first performance of The Jonathan Larson Project on February 14, watch the cast perform 'SOS' and 'One of These Days.' The new videos feature Adam Chanler-Berat, Lauren Marcus, Andy Mientus, Taylor Iman-Jones, and Jason Tam.
Photos: THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 2, 2025

The Jonathan Larson Project is now in rehearsal in preparation for its world premiere run Orpheum Theatre off-Broadway. Check out photos of the company as they meet the press here!
Andy Mientus, Adam Chanler-Berat, and More Will Lead THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2025

Casting has been set for the world premiere of The Jonathan Larson Project, a new musical that celebrates the dozens of unheard songs, unfinished and unproduced musicals, and pop songs found in files and boxes when the visionary writer of RENT died.
See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024

In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; PIPPIN at Full Circle Theatre Collaborative Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Full Circle Theatre Collaborative Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 18, 2024
by - Dec 18, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Musical Will Make World Premiere Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2024

The world premiere of The Jonathan Larson Project will open off-Broadway, conceived by Jennifer Ashley Tepper and directed by John Simpkins.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; PIPPIN at Full Circle Theatre Collaborative Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photos: THE 14TH ANNUAL JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA Returns to 54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 14, 2024

The Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza has returned to 54 Below for the 14th time this weekend, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festive performance. See photos from the annual holiday celebration here!
Exclusive: Joe Iconis Is Throwing a Christmas Extravaganza at 54 Below
by Joey Mervis - Dec 12, 2024

The Joe Iconis Christmas Extravaganza is back to sleigh another day. The iconic holiday tradition is coming back to 54 Below for the 14th time. In this video, we go inside rehearsals with Iconis and the whole family!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Vermont Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
See THE 14TH ANNUAL JOE ICONIS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2024

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joe Iconis & more! See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Vermont Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McCardle and more.
54 Below Celebrates The Holiday Season With Storm Large, Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024

54 Below will celebrate the happiest time of the year with a lineup of performances by Longlegs star Alicia Witt, award winning Nicole Henry, Tony® nominee Melissa Errico, and more.
Cast Set For JERSEY BOYS at Weston Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

 Weston Theater Company will take audiences for a musical ride chronicling the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons inJERSEY BOYS: THE STORY OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS, playing at Weston’s Walker Farm Theater from June 12 - July 13. 

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