Bill Russell News

Charles Kirsch’s latest Backstage Babble was a fun resurrection of songs from mostly flop shows that quickly failed on Broadway or out of town. The theme was inspired by Joe Allen's “flop wall” of posters from shows that closed in the first week.

Abingdon Theatre Company rang in their 32nd season with their annual gala on Monday, October 28th at the Edison Ballroom. Check out photos from the event here!

Special events come and go but the people in the room remember them for a long time, after.

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including an Anthony Newley tribute, Marilyn Maye, and Graham Nash.

How lucky we all are that Phillip Officer decided to come out of retirement.

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of Tony Award-nominated writer Bill Russell in his new show “Divas I Love Singing Lyrics I Wrote” on Monday, September 30 at 7:00 PM.

Tony Award-nominated writer Bill Russell will host Lillias White, Alice Ripley, Erin Davie, and Charity Angél Dawson in Divas I Love Singing Lyrics I Wrote at Birdland on Monday, September 30th at 7:00 p.m.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced their September 2024 lineup, featuring performances by John Pizzarelli, Stacey Kent, and the Mingus Big Band.

Check out photos from Amas Musical Theatre's gala! See who was in attendance and learn more about the honorees.

Plays for New Audiences, the script licensing division for the Tony Award-winning® Children’s Theatre Company, has announced new titles now available for licensing.

London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

The award-winning Sea Dog Theater will present Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie, by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, based on the book by Mitch Albom, directed by Erwin Maas. Learn how to purchase tickets!

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!

The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from the original play by Frederick Knott.

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Las Vegas Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Las Vegas Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Del Shores directs the Off-Broadway debut of the award-winning play WOUNDED, opening Jan. 24 at SoHo Playhouse, NYC. Inquire for interview opportunities with the creative team and cast.

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Las Vegas Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Las Vegas Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Las Vegas Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!