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Video: Ryan McCartan Takes First Bow in THE GREAT GATSBY (Jan 22, 2025)
BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center (Jan 7, 2025)
Ryan McCartan to Play Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway (Nov 19, 2024)
Video: Ryan McCartan Takes First Bow in THE GREAT GATSBY (Jan 22, 2025)
BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center (Jan 7, 2025)
Ryan McCartan to Play Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway (Nov 19, 2024)
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Judges for The 2nd Annual Jerry Herman Awards (from L to R): Nancy Dussault, Kenny Ortega, Karen Morrow, John Bowab & Cathy Rigby. Actor Obba Babatunde (far right) performed and presented the Award for Best Ensemble.
Date:
05/20/2013
From: Photo Flash: Steven Weber, Tracie Thoms, Cathy Rigby and More at 2013 Jerry Herman Awards
Productions
Videos
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - 2024-10-15 12:13:54
VIDEO: MJ Cast Hits the Red Carpet to Celebrate Opening Night!
by Opening Night - 2022-02-02 12:27:22
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for JULIE AND THE PHANTOMS on Netflix
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-08-26 10:47:47
Cheyenne Jackson & More Will Star in Kenny Ortega's New Netflix Musical Series, JULIE AND THE PHANTOMS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-07-21 11:09:21
VIDEO: Watch Derek Hough, Julianne Hough & Hayley Erbert Channel BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on THE DISNEY FAMILY SINGALONG!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-04-15 18:01:24
DESCENDANTS 3 Song 'Queen Of Mean' Music Video Surpasses 100 Million Views
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-09-03 10:50:08
PHOTO/VIDEO: Disney+ Announces HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL; Watch the Trailer and Check Out Photos!
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-08-23 20:54:50
VIDEO: Watch the First Trailer For DESCENDANTS 3, Starring Dove Cameron and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2019-02-16 09:02:18
TV: It's a 'World of Pure Imagination' Inside Rehearsals for the 2017 Jimmy Awards!
by TV - Press Previews - 2017-06-26 12:25:11
Watch LIVE: The 2017 Jimmy Awards Pre-Show Update at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre
by Alan Henry - 2017-06-26 19:10:01
VIDEO: Jim Belushi and Gloria Estefan Get Real with Diversity in A CHANGE OF HEART Trailer
by Movies News Desk - 2017-02-08 17:58:50
VIDEO: Victoria Justice and Christina Milian Discuss FOX's ROCKY HORROR
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-10-19 13:46:08
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Adam Lambert Performs 'Hot Patootie' in FOX's ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-10-18 12:01:43
VIDEO: ROCKY HORROR's Laverne Cox Tells Jimmy Kimmel: 'I Had the Time of My Life'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-10-14 10:44:30
FIRST LISTEN: ROCKY HORROR Cast Performs 'Over at the Frankenstein's Place'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-10-06 11:16:23
STAGE TUBE: The Cast of ROCKY HORROR Talks 'Don't Dream It, Be It'
by A.A. Cristi - 2016-10-05 17:13:14
VIDEO: Watch Full Opening Number of FOX's ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Now!
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-09-16 09:14:50
VIDEO: Cast of FOX's ROCKY HORROR Does the Time Warp in All-New Promo!
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-09-06 15:02:40
News
Video: Ryan McCartan Takes First Bow in THE GREAT GATSBY
Ryan McCartan has officially taken over the role of Jay Gatsby in the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby. He took his first bow on January 21, 2025. Check out video of McCartan's first curtain call here!
Ryan McCartan has officially taken over the role of Jay Gatsby in the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby. He took his first bow on January 21, 2025. Check out video of McCartan's first curtain call here!
BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center
Gypsy continues OFC’s 2024-2025 Broadway In Brighton Series with a focus on bringing beloved shows and stories of heroes of generations to the stage, many that are not typically performed in Rochester. The series also includes Anything Goes and closing out the 2024-2025 season will be the hugely popular Jersey Boys, produced locally for the first time.
Gypsy continues OFC’s 2024-2025 Broadway In Brighton Series with a focus on bringing beloved shows and stories of heroes of generations to the stage, many that are not typically performed in Rochester. The series also includes Anything Goes and closing out the 2024-2025 season will be the hugely popular Jersey Boys, produced locally for the first time.
Ryan McCartan to Play Jay Gatsby in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway
Ryan McCartan will play the enigmatic Jay Gatsby in the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby. Learn more about McCartan who takes over for Jeremy Jordan and the production, and see how to purchase tickets.
Ryan McCartan will play the enigmatic Jay Gatsby in the Broadway musical The Great Gatsby. Learn more about McCartan who takes over for Jeremy Jordan and the production, and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
The Newsies music video features Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Ben Fankhauser, Kara Lindsay and Tommy Bracco, alongside Josh Strobl, Taylor Iman Jones, Jelani Alladin, Izzy McCalla, Justin David Sullivan, Jordan Donica, Nikki M. James, John Behlmann, Oyoyo Joi, Antonio Cipriano, Nyseli Vega, Jenna Bainbridge, Ally Bonino, and more.
The Newsies music video features Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Ben Fankhauser, Kara Lindsay and Tommy Bracco, alongside Josh Strobl, Taylor Iman Jones, Jelani Alladin, Izzy McCalla, Justin David Sullivan, Jordan Donica, Nikki M. James, John Behlmann, Oyoyo Joi, Antonio Cipriano, Nyseli Vega, Jenna Bainbridge, Ally Bonino, and more.
Meet the Cast of TAMMY FAYE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!
The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!
Exclusive: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, HAZBIN HOTEL, and More at FanX
When you think about the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention, you may not realize the number of Broadway-related connections it has, even beyond this year’s spotlights on HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL and HAZBIN HOTEL.
When you think about the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention, you may not realize the number of Broadway-related connections it has, even beyond this year’s spotlights on HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL and HAZBIN HOTEL.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 9, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Kenny Ortega Developing YA Reimagining of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA for Disney+
Kenny Ortega, known for his work as a director and choreographer with High School Musical and the Descendants franchises, is taking on an iconic theatre figure: the Phantom of the Opera.
Kenny Ortega, known for his work as a director and choreographer with High School Musical and the Descendants franchises, is taking on an iconic theatre figure: the Phantom of the Opera.
Review: Musical Theatre West Stages Exuberant Production of Disney's NEWSIES
Filled with high-energy singing and dancing that explodes out of an inspirational story based on real events, MTW's new production of this Disney stage musical is a guaranteed fun time, thanks to a terrific ensemble, and memorable music from Alan Menken and Jack Feldman. The show continues at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center thru July 28, 2024.
Filled with high-energy singing and dancing that explodes out of an inspirational story based on real events, MTW's new production of this Disney stage musical is a guaranteed fun time, thanks to a terrific ensemble, and memorable music from Alan Menken and Jack Feldman. The show continues at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center thru July 28, 2024.
Interview: Ashley Wallen Discusses the Movement of DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF RED
BroadwayWorld sat down with choreographer Ashley Wallen to discuss this new entry in the Descendants franchise, from his approach to the material as a dancer himself to the differences between choreographing for movies and the stage.
BroadwayWorld sat down with choreographer Ashley Wallen to discuss this new entry in the Descendants franchise, from his approach to the material as a dancer himself to the differences between choreographing for movies and the stage.
Listen: Josh Groban And More Featured On Latest ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
Josh Groban shares inspiring messages about self-belief on the ART OF KINDNESS podcast. Discover how the acclaimed singer motivates listeners to find confidence and kindness within themselves.
Josh Groban shares inspiring messages about self-belief on the ART OF KINDNESS podcast. Discover how the acclaimed singer motivates listeners to find confidence and kindness within themselves.
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants and more were winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. Check out photos from the red carpet!
The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants and more were winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. Check out photos from the red carpet!
HELL'S KITCHEN, ILLINOISE, And More Win 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants are winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards.
The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants are winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards.
Jared Grimes To Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
Jared Grimes will host the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards on May 20 at NYU Skirball Center, celebrating excellence in dance and choreography on Broadway and beyond.
Jared Grimes will host the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards on May 20 at NYU Skirball Center, celebrating excellence in dance and choreography on Broadway and beyond.
Jared Grimes to Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
Jared Grimes will host the Chita Rivera Awards. See who is nominated and learn more about the awards!
Jared Grimes will host the Chita Rivera Awards. See who is nominated and learn more about the awards!
Wayne Brady, Huey Lewis, Norm Lewis, and Joe Morton Join Chita Rivera Awards Lineup
More stars have been announced for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards, being presented on May 20 at 7:30PM at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the lineup here!
More stars have been announced for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards, being presented on May 20 at 7:30PM at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the lineup here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Blocker to Audible, Ezra Ezzard New Managing Director at Crossroads Theatre
In California, the continued momentum of the labor movement from last year continues on as dates are now set for the union election at Disneyland Resort in California. Job shuffles continue in key leadership positions, and Mark Morris Dance Group shows that dancers are athletes as part of a new show on ESPN+.
In California, the continued momentum of the labor movement from last year continues on as dates are now set for the union election at Disneyland Resort in California. Job shuffles continue in key leadership positions, and Mark Morris Dance Group shows that dancers are athletes as part of a new show on ESPN+.
Shoshanna Bean, Kenny Ortega & David Hyde Pierce to Join Chita Rivera Awards
More stars will be joining the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. See the stars joining the event and learn more!
More stars will be joining the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. See the stars joining the event and learn more!
THE JERRY HERMAN AWARDS To Be Presented At the Hollywood Pantages Theatre
The Nederlander Organization and Broadway in Hollywood have announced the nominees for THE 12TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles.
The Nederlander Organization and Broadway in Hollywood have announced the nominees for THE 12TH ANNUAL JERRY HERMAN AWARDS, a celebration of the achievement and excellence in high school musical theatre in Los Angeles.
Photos: Inside KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD! for Roundabout Theater Company
On Monday, Roundabout Theatre Company presented Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD, a special benefit concert. BroadwayWorld went inside the star-studded event! Check out photos of Kristin along with some very special guests!
On Monday, Roundabout Theatre Company presented Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD, a special benefit concert. BroadwayWorld went inside the star-studded event! Check out photos of Kristin along with some very special guests!
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