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Video: Neil Patrick Harris Stars In RENT at La Jolla Playhouse In 1997
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2024

Check out throwback video from a 1997 production of Jonathan Larson's RENT at La Jolla Playhouse, led by future Tony Award-winner Neil Patrick Harris.

RED BUCKET FOLLIES Raises $5,631,888 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2019

Six weeks of enthusiastic fundraising erupted into two extraordinary performances of lighthearted parodies, inspiring calls-to-action and exceptional dance at this year's Red Bucket Follies. The show, which was performed December 9 and 10, 2019, celebrated the 58 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies that participated in fall fundraising for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

VIDEO: Stars of Stage And Screen Align To Celebrate 25 Magical Years of Disney On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2019

Theater's beloved names and brightest stars joined a sold-out audience in honoring Broadway's most fantastical anniversary at Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway. The sparkling silver anniversary event on November 4, 2019, raised an astounding $570,426 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Photo Flash: Disney On Broadway Celebrates 25 Years And Raises $570,426 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2019

Theater's beloved names and brightest stars joined a sold-out audience in honoring Broadway's most fantastical anniversary at Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway.

Red Bucket Follies Raises Record-Breaking $6,113,301; HAMILTON Tour Is Top Fundraiser
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2018

Equality, inclusion and joy permeated the performances at this year's poignant and record-breaking Red Bucket Follies. The show celebrated six weeks of enthusiastic fundraising by 67 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring shows for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

VIDEO: Watch Highlights from BC/EFA's Record-Breaking 2017 GYPSY OF THE YEAR
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2017

The indomitable and generous spirit of the theatre community - those onstage, backstage and in the audience - shined brightly as the 29th annual Gypsy of the Year competition celebrated six weeks of fundraising work of 56 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Gypsy of the Year (#GypsyOfTheYear), which was held December 4 and 5, 2017, raised a record-breaking $5,609,211 for Broadway Cares. Check out highlights from the show below!

Photo Flash: Stars of COME FROM AWAY, ALADDIN, HAMILTON and More Take the Stage at BC/EFA's 29th Annual GYPSY OF THE YEAR
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2017

The indomitable and generous spirit of the theatre community - those onstage, backstage and in the audience - shined brightly as the 29th annual Gypsy of the Year competition celebrated six weeks of fundraising work of 56 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Gypsy of the Year (#GypsyOfTheYear), which was held December 4 and 5, 2017, raised a record-breaking $5,609,211 for Broadway Cares. BroadwayWorld has photos from the star-studded affair below!

Just In! GYPSY OF THE YEAR Raises $5,609,211 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by Alan Henry - Dec 5, 2017

Broadway's brightest will celebrate six weeks of dedicated fundraising in a spectacular showcase of songs and skits when the 29th Annual Gypsy of the Year competition returns at 4:30 pm Monday, December 4, 2017, and at 2 pm Tuesday, December 5, 2017, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Photo Flash: Wayne Brady, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Laura Michelle Kelly and More Take the Stage in BC/EFA's GYPSY OF THE YEAR
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2015

BC/EFA just announced this year's GYPSY OF THE YEAR raised an impressive grand total of $4,786,239 after six weeks of fundraising efforts. Since 1989, the 27 editions of GYPSY OF THE YEAR (#GypsyOfTheYear) have raised $67.3 million to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. BroadwayWorld has stunning shots from the show below!

BC/EFA's 27th Annual GYPSY OF THE YEAR Competition Brings in Over $4.7 Million
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2015

A huge congrats to BC/EFA, which just announced GYPSY OF THE YEAR's outstanding grand total of $4,786,239 after six weeks of fundraising efforts! Broadway's BOOK OF MORMON brought in the top funds, and KINKY BOOTS took 'Best Presentation' at the event.

Prospect Theater Closes UNLOCK'D Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2013

Prospect Theater Company's Off-Broadway production of UNLOCK'D closes its extended run today, July 20, 2013.

Prospect Theater Extends UNLOCK'D Through 7/20
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 8, 2013

Prospect Theater Company has announced that their Off-Broadway production of UNLOCK'D has been extended through July 20, 2013.

Prospect Theater Hosts UNLOCK'D Talkback with Carner & Gregor Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2013

Prospect Theater Company will offer a $20 ticket lottery for their upcoming Off-Broadway production of UNLOCK'D. Performances began June 16, 2013 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street project. Producers have also announced that a post-performance talkback with Carner and Gregor will be held following tonight's June 19 performance.

Prospect Theater Announces $20 Ticket Lottery for UNLOCK'D; Talkback with Carner & Gregor Set for 6/19
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2013

Prospect Theater Company will offer a $20 ticket lottery for their upcoming Off-Broadway production of UNLOCK'D. Performances begin June 16, 2013 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street project.

Jennifer Blood, Jillian Gottlieb and More Set for UNLOCK'D Off-Broadway
by Kelsey Denette - May 2, 2013

Jennifer Blood (Cole Porter's NYMPH ERRANT, The Flood, Yeast Nation), Jillian Gottlieb (The Awesome 80s Prom), Sydney James Harcourt (The Lion King, American Idiot) and A.J. Shively (La Cage Aux Folles, February House) will lead the cast of Prospect Theater Company's Off-Broadway production of UNLOCK'D. Performances begin June 16, 2013 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street project.

Prospect Theater Company To Present the Off-Broadway Premiere of Carner and Gregor's UNLOCK'D, Beginning 6/16
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 10, 2013

Prospect Theater Company, one of America's leading producers of new musical theater, will present the Off-Broadway premiere of UNLOCK'D, winner of a Richard Rodgers Award and a 'Best of Fest' winner at the New York Musical Theatre Festival. Performances begin June 16, 2013 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street project. UNLOCK'D is presented by special arrangement with Judy Loseff Lavin.

Rialto Chatter: TOXIC AVENGER Headed to Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - Sep 2, 2011

The Toxic Avenger, winner of 'Best New Off- Broadway Musical' by both the Outer Critics Circle and BroadwayWorld's Theatre Fans, may be headed to Broadway. The Joe DiPietro/David Bryan penned musical played New World Stages in 2009.

LUCKY GUY to Shutter Early; Ends Run 5/29
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2011

L. Glenn Poppleton (Producer) announced that Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, will end its limited engagement following the evening performance on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. The show, which began previews at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues) on April 29 and opened on Thursday, May 19, will have played 23 preview performance and 14 regular performances. The production had been announced to run through July 24.

LUCKY GUY to Shutter Early; Ends Run 5/29
by Jessica Lewis - May 25, 2011

L. Glenn Poppleton (Producer) announced today that Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, will end its limited engagement following the evening performance on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. The show, which began previews at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues) on April 29 and opened on Thursday, May 19, will have played 23 preview performance and 14 regular performances. The production had been announced to run through July 24.

Photo Coverage: LUCKY GUY Opening Night Party!
by Walter McBride - May 21, 2011

Yee Haw! Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, written and directed by Willard Beckham, officially opened last night (May 19th) and plays a 12-week engagement through Sunday, July 24th at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues).