Sheila Kay Davis

Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Dominique Morisseau, Vivian Reed, Black Theatre United & More to be Honored by Project1VOICE

Project1VOICE, a New York-based organization dedicated to supporting theatre and the performing arts by people of African descent, has announced the esteemed recipients for their upcoming Project1VOICE Honors. The Lifetime Achievement Award honorees will include Vivian Reed, two-time Tony-nominated veteran of five Broadway shows and more.

Casting Announced For BREATHE Coming to Aaron Davis Hall �" City College Next Week

Producing Artistic Director, Sheila Kay Davis (New Professional Theatre) today announced the cast and creative team for BREATHE, written by award-winning writers Stephanie Berry, Cassandra Medley, Càndido Tirado and Directed by Edward Torres (Public Theater, Second Stage, Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, The Old Globe).

Two BIPOC Theatre Companies Collaborate With NYPD to Present New Play

This is an unprecedented collaboration in theatre. New Professional Theatre and Blackberry Productions have partnered with the New York Police Department (NYPD) on the COPP Project. Commonalities, Opposites, Partners, Peace (COPP) is a project that will demonstrate what a powerful tool theatre can play in healing and transforming disparate communities. The play has been developed through personal interviews and facilitated workshops with youth and police officers.

Bethel Woods To Host Residency Workshop For Sissieretta Jones

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will host the residency workshop for the company Sissieretta Jones, Saturday and Sunday, September 18-19, 2021. 

VIDEO: Tony-Winner André De Shields and Garth Kravits Perform 'A Change Is Gonna Come'

Hadestown Tony-winner André De Shields and Garth Kravits are singing for the soul of America, putting their own spin on the Sam Cooke civil-rights anthem, 'A Change is Gonna Come,' accompanied by Steven Cuevas on piano.

VIDEO: Watch Broadway for Biden's IN OUR AMERICA Featuring Laura Benanti, Alex Boniello, James Harkness and More

Broadway for Biden's all-star virtual fundraiser In Our America: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation is now available to watch on the NowThis YouTube page and Broadway for Biden's Facebook through Wednesday, November 4. The concert originally streamed on Wednesday, October 21.

Broadway for Biden's IN OUR AMERICA Streams Tonight; Nathan Lane and Billy Porter Join Lineup

Broadway for Biden’s all-star virtual fundraiser In Our America: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation streams tonight, Wednesday, October 21 at 8:00pm EST. 

How Broadway Is Showing Up for the Election- What & When to Watch!

The election is right around the corner, and Broadway is showing up to the party. Countless artists have already raised their voices to call for change and inspire people around to world to vote... and they aren't finished yet. Check out some of the most anticipated upcoming events that combine the Broadway stars you love with the most important issues on the moment.

Judith Light, David Hyde Pierce, Leslie Uggams and More Join Broadway For Biden's Upcoming IN OUR AMERICA Concert

Broadway for Biden has announced updates for upcoming fundraiser In Our America: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation. The one-night only virtual event will bring Broadway together to celebrate hope and benefit the Biden Victory Fund.

BWW Exclusive: Songs from the Vault- Anthony Rapp Sings LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

In 2005, BroadwayWorld gathered a slew of stars for Standing Ovations 4: From Stage to Screen and Back Again- a special concert event at Joe's Pub. Below, watch as Anthony Rapp is joined by Sheila Kay Davis, Leilani Jones and Jennifer Leigh Warren to sing 'Skid Row' fromLittle Shop of Horrors.

Photo Flash: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Casts Reunite at Feinstein's/54 Below!

Little Shop of Horrors, the stage and screen musical that has circled the globe for over 30 years, consuming audiences with chills, thrills and laughter, arrived Monday night at Feinstein's/54Below. One unprecedented evening brought together performers from the original production through the Broadway revival for stories told, reminiscences shared, and songs sung.

Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Cabaret Picks for June 27-July 3, Featuring Rob McClure and More!

Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: Little Shop of Horrors Reunion Concert; Blood Brothers in Concert; 54 Celebrates The Neil Simon Theatre; Rob McClure at 54 Below; and 54 Celebrates Prince.

BWW Exclusive: LITTLE SHOP's Original Urchins Discuss Upcoming Reunion Concert at 54 Below

This upcoming Monday, June 27th, an exciting concert will be held at 54 Below...an 'unprecedented evening' that will bring original LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS performers together, spanning from the original production to the more-recent Broadway revival. Three of the performers: Jennifer Leigh Warren (Original 'Crystal'), Nikki Rene (Off-Bway 'Chiffon'), and Sheila Kay Davis (Original 'Ronnette') spoke with BroadwayWorld about their experiences, their favorite memories from the production, and what they are most looking forward to for Monday night's concert.

Rob McClure, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Reunion & More Set for Feinstein's/54 Below Next Week

Next week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Cast Members to Reunite at Feinstein's/54 Below

"Little Shop of Horrors Reunion: Off-Broadway, Broadway and Beyond!" will take the stage in concert at Feinstein's/54Below on Mon, Jun 27: 7:00 pm / 5:15 pm and Mon, Jun 27: 9:30 pm / 8:45 pm,

Charles Busch, Lorna Luft & More Coming to Feinstein's/54 Below in June

This June, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

TV Special: BroadwayWorld.com to Kick Off 2014 with a Bang! Announces 10th Anniversary Shows & Year-Long Concert Series at Joe's Pub

BroadwayWorld.com is very excited to announce that we will be returning to Joe's Pub at the Public Theater in 2014, kicking off a year-long celebration of the community and our 10th anniversary with regularly scheduled concerts, live streams and special events in a BIG way. The concert series will launch on January 20, 2014 with BROADWAYWORLD VISITS OZ, directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and with music direction by Mary-Mitchell Campbell. Tickets will go on sale on October 15, 2013 at 1pm. Below, watch a VERY special 10th Anniversary look back at the site's original concert series.

Photo Coverage: Only Make Believe's 2005 Benefit

On Monday, November 7 a concert was held to benefit Only Make Believe, the charity that brings musical theatre to ill children, at the Millennium Hotel's Hudson Theatre.

Photo Coverage: Standing Ovations IV Concert

On Monday night, October 16, 2005, Standing Ovations IV: From Stage to Screen and Back Again broke all previous attendance records. The benefit for Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS took place at Joe's Pub at the Public Theater.

Photo Coverage: Standing Ovations IV After-Party

On Monday night, October 16, 2005, following the SOLD-OUT Standing Ovations IV Benefit Concert at Joe's Pub, performers and audienced members celebrated the concert's success at an after-party at Serafina.