Matt Farnsworth

Industry Pro Newsletter: Gov. Hochul Proposes Extending Broadway Tax Incentives, Australia’s Post-Pandemic Recovery
by Alex Freeman - Jan 27, 2025

From Las Vegas' scrappy local theater scene to Australia's steady post-pandemic recovery, creativity continues to thrive against the odds. Major funding initiatives, including the UK’s £60 million package and New York’s proposed tax credit extension, demonstrate the vital role government support plays in sustaining the arts. Additionally, we celebrate new beginnings with the reopening of NYC’s West Bank Cafe and Cygnet Theatre’s upcoming Performing Arts Center. Finally, we spotlight BroadwayWorld’s 'Next On Stage' winners and insights into audience preferences for live events.

ICYMI: Watch the Next On Stage: Season 5 Finale
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 26, 2025

Just last week, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage hit the stage at 54 Below to sing one last time in the season finale! Watch the full performance in this video and find out who won!

Photos: Inside the Next On Stage: Season 5 Finale at 54 Below
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 20, 2025

After performing and receiving feedback from the judges, Emersyn Hunt and Kristabel Kenta-Bibi were crowned the winners of this 5th season, receiving an AMDA Emerging Artists Scholarship.

Laura Woyasz Will Join KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 7, 2025

Laura Woyasz will soon join the National Tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO as Pattie on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in Costa Mesa, CA. Dana Steingold will play her final performance on Sunday, January 26, 2025. 

Voting Now Open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 5
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2024

Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Cast you vote before this round closes on November 20th!

Final Week To Submit For Season 5 of BroadwayWorld's NEXT ON STAGE
by Team BWW - Oct 23, 2024

This is the final week to submit for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 5, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. The deadline to submit is October 29, 2024, by 11:59 PM ET.

Submissions Open For Season 5 of BroadwayWorld's NEXT ON STAGE
by Team BWW - Oct 11, 2024

BroadwayWorld is excited to announce the return of Next On Stage, Broadway's largest national competition for high school and college musical theatre students. Now in its fifth season, the competition aims to showcase outstanding young talent from across the country.

Full Cast Set For Carolee Carmello-Led KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024

As previously announced, Carolee Carmello will lead the cast of the National Tour of Kimberly Akimbo, which kicks off next month. Learn more about the full cast here!

54 BELOW SINGS THE MUSIC OF NASHVILLE to Play 54 Below This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 9, 2024

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club will present Anna Rae Haller, Grace Chermak, and more in 54 Sings the Music of Nashville on Thursday, July 25th at 9:30pm.

Interview: Sam Gravitte Talks SONGS THAT RAISED ME at Post Office Cafe and Cabaret and BEAUTIFUL at Cape Playhouse
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 2, 2024

Singer, actor, and writer Sam Gravitte will not only be making his performance debut in Provincetown when he appears in John McDaniel’s Broadway Series, at the Post Office Café and Cabaret on July 6, it will be his first visit to the town.

Interview: Theatre Life with Nora Palka
by Elliot Lanes - May 2, 2024

Today’s subject Nora Palka is currently living her theatre life at Signature Theatre playing Jeanie in their current production of Hair. The production runs through July seventh in the MAX. Hair is a homecoming for Nora to be sure. She grew up in the DC area and as you will read, credits Signature with her wanting to become a professional performer.

54 SINGS MOVIE MUSICALS Comes to 54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents 54 Sings Movie Musicals on Tuesday, April 2 at 9:30pm.

AMDA Announces Additional Scholarships for Next On Stage Finalists
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2024

After performing and receiving feedback from the judges, Jeffery Walker III and Colin O'Connor were crowned the winners of Next On Stage. AMDA, the lead sponsor of the competition, has since shared a very exciting update on the outcome...

Photos: Go Inside the Next On Stage Finale at 54 Below
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 16, 2024

After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, sponsored by AMDA, hit the stage on Sunday for the live finale at 54 Below. Check out photos from inside the big day!

Video: Matt Farnsworth On His Vocal Coaching Philosophy & More
by Team BWW - Jan 12, 2024

Ahead of the finale of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, Richard Ridge sat down to chat with esteemed vocal coach Matt Farnsworth - who has worked with the winners of the last four seasons of Next on Stage as part of their prize.

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 3
by Team BWW - Dec 22, 2023

Who will make the Top 3? Tonight's the night we find out! Tune in today, Friday, December 22, to watch as the Top 3 performers are annouced for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage. Who will the judges save? You'll have to watch to find out!

Voting Now Open to Pick the Next On Stage Top 3!
by Team BWW - Dec 18, 2023

This season's prizes include a trip to New York City for all finalists.

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 5
by Team BWW - Dec 15, 2023

At 7pm ET you can catch the High School live results show and then come back at 9pm ET for the College live results show.

Voting Now Open to Pick the Next On Stage Top 5!
by Team BWW - Dec 11, 2023

Voting is now open to select the Top 5 for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Cast your vote today!

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 10
by Team BWW - Dec 8, 2023

At 7pm ET you can catch the High School live results show and then come back at 9pm ET for the College live results show.