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Industry Pro Newsletter: Gov. Hochul Proposes Extending Broadway Tax Incentives, Australia’s Post-Pandemic Recovery
by Alex Freeman - Feb 3, 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.

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.

Video: Watch the Finale of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 19, 2025

Tune in for the live finale to find out who will be crowned the winners of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, sponsored by AMDA. Watch the full video here.

Boy George Delays Start For Return Run in MOULIN ROUGE!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

Due to a change in his schedule, Boy George will now begin performances as “Harold Zidler” in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Friday, March 28th at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 3
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 20, 2024

BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, will air new episodes on Friday, December 20. Tune in at 7pm and 9pm ET for the High School and College live results shows, respectively.

Voting Open for the Top 3 of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Team BWW - Dec 16, 2024

The final round of voting begins today, December 16 and ends at 11:59pm ET on Wednesday, December 18. The next results show (announcing the Top 3 finalists in both age categories) will air on Friday, December 20 at 7pm and 9pm. Vote today!

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 5
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 13, 2024

BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, will air new episodes on Friday, December 13.

Voting Open for the Top 5 of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Team BWW - Dec 9, 2024

The third round of voting begins today, December 9 and ends at 11:59pm ET on Wednesday, December 11. The Top next results show (announcing the Top 5 finalists in both age categories) will air on Friday, December 13 at 7pm and 9pm.

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 10
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2024

BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, will air new episodes on Friday, December 6. Tune in at 7pm and 9pm to watch live.

Voting Open for the Top 10 of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2024

The second round of voting begins December 2 and ends at 11:59pm ET on Wednesday, December 4. The Top next results show (announcing the Top 15 finalists in both age categories) will air on Friday, December 6 at 7pm and 9pm.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… 

ICYMI: Watch the Next On Stage: Season 5 Premiere
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 1, 2024

Just last week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned with its first live shows, revealing the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...

Boy George To Return To MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway This March
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2024

Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome back global icon & Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter & trailblazer Boy George in the role of “Harold Zidler” beginning Tuesday March 18, 2025.

Watch the Premiere of Next On Stage: Season 5
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 22, 2024

BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students presents the kickoff for its season. Meet the Top 15 High School and college students.

Exclusive: Frankie Grande and GLAAD Gather Broadway's Best to Celebrate #SpiritDay 2024
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024

Frankie Grande, curated and hosted “A Night of Broadway (but make it Queer!)” #SpiritDay Gala, featuring some of Broadway’s brightest stars to shine a light on LGBTQ youth and take a stand against bullying. Check out an exclusive video featurette about the big day here!

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!

Video Exclusive: Micaela Diamond, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jessica Chastain, & More Reveal High School Roles
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 27, 2024

Stars Micaela Diamond, Jessica Chastain, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Matthew Morrison, and more reveal their high school roles in the video here!

Video: Last Chance To Submit for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 5
by Team BWW - Oct 25, 2024

Time is running out to submit for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 5, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. 

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.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Financial Struggles, New Residencies, and Successful Fundraising for BTU
by Alex Freeman - Oct 14, 2024

Broadway Cares welcomes new trustees, while Black Theatre United raises significant funds for new initiatives. On the international front, the RSC appoints new writers in residence, and Stuttgart Opera's Sancta Susanna provokes strong audience reactions. The closure of California Shakespeare Theater underscores financial struggles in the industry.