Tom Viola

Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Reports On the State of Nonprofits, Tom Viola Honored

From nonprofit theaters innovating in the face of financial pressures to the anticipation of live performance rebounding amidst AI fatigue, the stories highlight an industry evolving while staying grounded in community and creativity. Stories include Broadway honoring Tom Viola, regional theaters navigating leadership changes, and international venues undergoing major renovations.

Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below

Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 18, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

A Pitch-Perfect Tribute to Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS Executive Director Tom Viola

It was a room full of love last night, at New York City’s Edison Ballroom, where decades worth of Broadway royalty, Industry professionals and multiple award winners came to honor the legacy of Tom Viola, as he prepares to retire at the end of this year from his 36 year run as Executive Director of BROADWAY CARES / EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS.

Photo Special: Celebrating BC/EFA Executive Director Tom Viola

All of us here at BroadwayWorld wanted to pay tribute to Tom, and to our strong partnership, by taking a look back with this photo gallery below. 

Photos: Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels Receive the 2024 Fred Ebb Award

The Fred Ebb Foundation has presented the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. See photos from inside the ceremony!

Photos: Inside ï»Â¿Drew & Dane's 32nd Annual Festivity Supporting Broadway Cares

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 32nd Annual Festivity, Five Golden Rings, inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and reflecting the incredibly strong bonds and resilience of the Broadway community. The dinner and show were a benefit supporting Broadway Cares. Check out photos from the show.

Photos: Inside DREW & DANE'S 32ND ANNUAL FESTIVITY Supporting Broadway Cares

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 32nd Annual Festivity, Five Golden Rings, inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and reflecting the incredibly strong bonds and resilience of the Broadway community. See photos of the show.

Broadway Cares' Red Buckets Return to Theaters Tonight

The red buckets will return to theater lobbies in New York City and across the country as Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' cherished tradition of in-theater fundraising returns tonight, October 25, 2024.

Broadway Cares Provides Emergency Grants To Victims Of Hurricanes Helene And Milton

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced that it has awarded, fueled by the theater community's generosity, $300,000 in emergency grants to nine food banks and community service organizations actively helping residents from Florida to North Carolina recover and rebuild from the catastrophic damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Photos: Colman Domingo, Jane Fonda, and More at Tectonic Theater Project's Gala

Hollywood lit up Tectonic Theater Project's star-studded gala, 'A Tectonic Cabaret,' at NYC's Current (Pier 59) Monday night. Check out photos here!

Photos: David Harbour, Cecily Strong, Ariana DeBose & More at A is For BAfA Event

A is For held their Broadway Acts for Abortion (BAfA) benefit on Sunday night in New York and the stars came out in full force to perform, donate their time and their own money to a raise money for reproductive rights and abortion access. See photos!

Broadway Jukebox: The Greatest of Gavin Creel

We remember Gavin's incredible impact on those he knew and those who knew him through is work on and off stage by rounding up some of Gavin Creel's best Broadway performances on Spotify. 

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 1, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Broadway Cares' Tom Viola Remembers Gavin Creel- 'We Lost the Best One'

Broadway has suffered a terrible loss with the death of Gavin Creel, who lost a battle with cancer at the age of 48. Gavin, a board member or Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, asked that donations in his name be made to BC/EFA.

Performers Announced For A TECTONIC CABARET In October

Tectonic Theater Project's annual gala A Tectonic Cabaret will take place at Current (Pier 59 Chelsea Piers) starting with a 6:30 PM cocktail hour and performances beginning at 7:30 PM.

Photos: Gingold Theatrical Group Gala Honors Lynn Ahrens and Steven Flaherty

Gingold Theatrical Group recently held its 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. The evening honored Broadway composing team Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing. Check out photos from inside the event here!

Photos: Stars Turn Out for Gingold Group's 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala

See photos from inside the Gingold Theatrical Group 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. The evening honored Broadway composing team Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing.

Brenda Braxton & Santino Fontana to Perform at Gingold Theatrical Group Gala

Gingold Theatrical Group has revealed performers for the 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

TRU to Present 'A Life of Service in the Arts: Tom Viola's Remarkable Journey'

Theater Resources Unlimited continues its weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom, offering over 200 conversations since April 2020. Join this Friday to hear Tom Viola's journey with BroadwayCares/Equity Fights AIDS.