Local 802 AFM Theater Musicians Launch 'Musicians Of Broadway' Website
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2019
The musicians who perform in Broadway productions have launched "Musicians of Broadway," a new website telling the stories of the union music professionals who bring theater to life in New York City. The website is available to the public at www.musiciansofbroadway.com.
WE CHOSE TO GO TO THE MOON Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of Moon Landing This July
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2019
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, Carnegie Hall presents two performances of We Chose to Go to the Moon—a music and multimedia presentation that reignites the unforgettable moments of the historic mission—on Tuesday evening, July 16 and Saturday evening, July 20 in Zankel Hall, created and narrated by historian John Monsky.
BROADWAY'S BABIES SPRING BENEFIT CONCERT Returns On March 25, 2019
by Julie Musbach - Mar 12, 2019
In support of bringing arts education to underprivileged children in NYC and around the world, over 30 of Broadway's finest performers are donating their time and talents to the Broadway's Babies 2019 Spring Fundraising Concert on Monday March 25 at (le) Poisson Rouge, NYC. Hosted by the incomparable Natalie Joy Johnson (Kinky Boots), and produced by co-founders, Kate Pfaffl (War Horse), and Ben Houghton, the evening celebrates diversity and community through song, dance and the profound stories of the children they serve.
Photo Flash: THE KING AND I's Jose Llana Celebrates American Songbook Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2019
Broadway vet Jose Llana returned for the 20th season of Lincoln Center's American Songbook, four years after his sold-out appearance at the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse. Llana performed in The Appel Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center and was joined by his Here Lies Love cast members Jaygee Macapugay, Jeigh Madjus, Renee Albulario and Billy Bustamante on February 1st.
Photo Flash: Jose Llana Talks About The American Songbook Series And The UK Tour Of THE KING AND I
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2019
The King and I's Jose Llana dazzled in his return to Lincoln Center's American Songbook Concert Series on February 1st, four years after his sold-out appearance at the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse. Mr. Llana's glorious tenor filled The Appel Room, where he was accompanied by his Here Lies Love cast members Jaygee Macapugay, Jeigh Madjus, Renee Albulario and Billy Bustamante.
Photo Coverage: Katharine McPhee & the Cast of WAITRESS Sing The Music of Sara Bareilles
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 14, 2018
THE GREEN ROOM 42 - Broadway's newest intimate concert venue - presented the cast of Broadway's hit musical Waitress - including it's new star Katharine McPhee - celebrating the music of the show's composer Sara Bareilles in a special benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS on Sunday last night and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out the photos below!
Katharine McPhee And The Cast Of WAITRESS to Sing Sara Bareilles at The Green Room
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2018
Broadway's newest intimate concert venue - will present the cast of Broadway's hit musical Waitress - including new star Katharine McPhee - celebrating the music of the show's composer Sara Bareilles in a special benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS on Sunday, May 13. A second show was recently added at 7:00 PM after the 9:30 PM performance sold out.
Alex Brightman, Alex Wyse & More Will Sing Drew Gasparini at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 29, 2016
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present THE MUSIC & LYRICS OF DREW GASPARINI on Monday, July 11th at 9:30pm featuring 2016 Tony nominee Alex Brightman (School of Rock), Alex Wyse (Spring Awakening), Will Roland(Dear Evan Hansen), Julia Mattison (Brooklyn Sound), and Gerard Canonico (Brooklynite, American Idiot), among others.
THE AFTER PARTY Set for Rockwood Music Hall Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 20, 2016
Few are born here, but many reside here. It's the city that never sleeps, and a launch pad for artists who desire to make it "big." It's a place where creatives of all shapes and sizes can experience similar minds, unconventional lifestyles, and simultaneously embark on an epic quest in search of greater art.
Underground Music Hang THE AFTER PARTY Set for Rockwood Music Hall on 4/18
by Louisa Brady - Apr 9, 2016
The After Party was created out of an aspiration to foster a centralized nexus for the city's far-flung working-class musicians who had been yearning for an opportunity to network, perform, and simply "let loose." The After Party is simply the most prolific musical hang the downtown music scene has seen in years.
Reeve Carney Lands Role on Showtime's PENNY DREADFUL
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 26, 2013
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the original 'Peter Parker' in Broadway's SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK has landed a series regular role in the John Logan-Sam Mendes drama PENNY DREAFUL. Carney will Exit SPIDER-MAN on Sept. 15 in order to begin filming later this fall.
Meet the Hottest Stars of the Summer 2013 Broadway Season!
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 2, 2013
Summertime is an important season for Broadway, with tourists flocking from all over to check out the stars they watched on the Tony Awards, be the first to visit the newest additions to the Broadway line-up, and even stop back at an old favorite.
Need help keeping track of Broadway's newest and most buzzed-about performers? BroadwayWorld brings you a roundup of the hottest stars of the summer below!