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Interview: Otis Williams of THE TEMPTATIONS at The McCoy Center Of The Arts Photo
Interview: Otis Williams of THE TEMPTATIONS at The McCoy Center Of The Arts
by Paul Batterson - June 02, 2024

“Every night, we try to burn their behind and they try to burn ours. That’s what makes it fun. When we are trying to outdo each other, that means we are putting out the show the fans came to see.” --Dr. Otis Williams ...

Video: Now You Know... Lindsay Mendez Is a Tony Nominee Photo
Video: Now You Know... Lindsay Mendez Is a Tony Nominee
by Joey Mervis - June 03, 2024

In this video, watch as Tony nominee Lindsay Mendez chats about her truly incredible year, why Merrily We Roll Along means so much to her, and so much more....

Words From the Wings: Tala Ashe of BREAKING THE STORY
by Stephi Wild - June 07, 2024


As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Tala Ashe who is currently appearing in Breaking the Story off-Broadway. Tala told us all about her backstage must-haves, favorite moments, and more!...

Interview: Jessica Vosk & Kelli Barrett On Bringing BEACHES To The Stage
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2024


We sat down with Beaches the Musical stars Kelli Barrett (Bertie) and Jessica Vosk (Cee Cee) to talk about the production, which is now on stage at Theatre Calgary through June 16th, 2024. ...

Interview: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Talk About Bringing DEATH BECOMES HER to Broadway
by Joshua Wright - May 23, 2024


The world premiere pre-Broadway production of DEATH BECOMES HER officially opened this weekend at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre after recently announcing their upcoming Broadway run. We sat down with the production's leading ladies to talk about bringing the cult-classic film to the ...

Interview: ILLINOISE's Elijah Lyons is the May 2024 Debut of the Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's May Debut of the Month interview with Elijah Lyons, who is currently starring in Illinoise. Learn more about the show!...

Words From the Wings: Christine Flores of ILLINOISE
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024


As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Christine Flores, who is currently appearing in Illinoise. Christine told us all about her backstage routines, favorite moments, and more!...

Interview: The Kuperman Brothers Discuss the Tony-Nominated Movement of THE OUTSIDERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 05, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with the Tony nominate choreographers of The Outsiders on Broadway - brothers Rick and Jeff Kuperman....

Interview: THE GREAT GATSBY's Samantha Pauly Talks Originating Another Role on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 27, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Samantha Pauly as she discusses starring as Jordan Baker in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!...

SUFFS' Ally Bonino is the April 2024 Debut of the Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ally Bonino, who is currently making her Broadway debut in the new musical Suffs. Learn more about the show!...

Interview: Jocelyn Bioh on the Success of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & Broadway Representation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with playwright Jocelyn Bioh about her inspiration for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, why the success of the play was so meaningful, her organization Black Women on Broadway, and much more. Read the interview here!...

Interview: Director Danya Taymor Makes Broadway Musical Debut with THE OUTSIDERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with Danya Taymor about the process of adapting the well-known novel and film The Outsiders for the stage,...

Video: Playing Pinball and Talking TOMMY with Ali Louis Bourzgui
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - April 13, 2024


Feel him coming? Ali Louis Bourzgui just made his Broadway debut and he's a sensation as the titular character in The Who's Tommy. In this video, watch as Ali and Richard visit Barcade to talk all about the show and of course... play some pinball!...

Interview: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS' Shana Carroll is Bringing Circus to Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 11, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's exclusive interview with Shana Carroll, the co-choreographer and circus designer for Water for Elephants on Broadway. Learn about how the worlds of theatre and circus came together for the show!...

Interview: WICKED's Mary Kate Morrissey on Why Taking on Elphaba Full-Time 'Feels Right'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2024


In this exclusive interview, Mary Kate Morrissey shares her journey from being a standby to playing full-time Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway. She discusses her growth, experiences, and what it feels like to step into Elphaba's shoes on a permanent basis....

Video: We're Falling In Love with THE NOTEBOOK's John Cardoza
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - April 03, 2024


Four years after making his Broadway debut in the ensemble of Jagged Little Pill, John Cardoza is back on Broadway. This time he's the leading man... or rather, one of three. In this video, watch as he tells us all about his new role in The Notebook....

Interview: How Zoe Kazan Was Pulled to DOUBT: 'I Have to Be a Part of This'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 30, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's exclusive interview with Zoe Kazan, as she discusses starring in Doubt on Broadway....

Interview: John Tartaglia on Bringing Broadway to FRAGGLE ROCK
by Michael Major - March 27, 2024


John Tartaglia is heading back to Fraggle Rock for a new season of Apple TV's beloved reboot! Ahead of the new season, BroadwayWorld sat down with Tartaglia to discuss what to expect from the new season, the differences between puppeteering for stage versus screen, and bringing Jim Henson's work to ...

Interview: TV Star Victoria Pedretti Talks Transition From Screen to Stage in AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's exclusive interview with TV star Victoria Pedredtti, as she discusses making her Broadway debut in An Enemy of the People....

Interview: Roslyn Kind is Leading With Her Heart in 'The Look of Love / The Island'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 18, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with Roslyn Kind to discuss her medley 'The Look of Love' and 'The Island'. The musical artist discusses her career, her philosophy on love, and her new music video in this exclusive interview....

Video: Des McAnuff Is Back for Seconds with THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - March 13, 2024


In this video, watch as director Des McAnuff chats about bringing The Who's Tommy back to Broadway....

Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé
by Michael Major - March 08, 2024


Since her film debut in Carrie, Betty Buckley has carved out a lengthy history with horror movies. BroadwayWorld caught up with Buckley to discuss working with Jason Blum on her new film, Imaginary, how she got her start in horror films with Carrie, and how she created her new short film, The Mayfly...

Interview: Paige Davis Talks 'Fulfilling' Short Film BEYOND THE FOG
by Michael Major - March 07, 2024


Paige Davis stars in Beyond the Fog, a new short film written and directed by Desirée Abeyta. BroadwayWorld sat down with Davis to discuss what drew her to the story, the 'satisfying' feeling of working on an indie film, and more....

Interview: Red Concepcion Looks on 'Mr. Cellophane's' Bright Side
by Oliver Oliveros - March 07, 2024


Red Concepcion, who just made his Broadway debut in “Chicago,” sprinkles a little sunshine in his character, Amos Hart, who’s often depicted as Roxie’s “scummy, crummy, dummy hubby.” In the show’s first few minutes, it’s made clear Roxie has been cheating on Amos, clinging to men who have promised h...

Video: Meet the New Director/Activist/Author Extraordinaire of the Season- Schele Williams
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - March 06, 2024


Schele Williams is having an awesome year... for more than one reason. In this video, watch as the director chats with Richard about both of her Broadway projects, The Notebook and The Wiz, and and why 2024 is her year....

Video: SMA Will Step Center Stage on Rare Disease Day
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - February 27, 2024


In this video, watch as Shane Burcaw and John Tartaglia chat about their latest project- the original musical, Most Likely Not To…, which will be presented on Rare Disease Day....

Interview: Joe Locke Opens Up About His New Broadway Gig in SWEENEY TODD
by Nicole Rosky - February 25, 2024


In this interview, Joe Locke, who plays Tobias Ragg in Sweeney Todd on Broadway, checks in with BroadwayWorld to chat about making his Broadway debut, taking on a beloved Sondheim role, and so much more....

Interview: Tina Landau On Collaborating With Idina Menzel On REDWOOD & More
by Joshua Wright - February 22, 2024


Redwood, the new musical starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel is now on stage in its World Premiere production at La Jolla Playhouse, where it will run through March 31st, 2024. We spoke with director Tina Landau about collaborating with Menzel and bringing Redwood Forest to life on stage....

Interview: DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES' Tabitha Lawing Shares What She Loves Most About Starring on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 22, 2024


BroadwayWorld has your exclusive interview with one of Broadway's youngest stars, Tabitha Lawing from Days of Wine and Roses. Learn more about Tabitha's Broadway debut....

Video: The Queens of SIX Open Up About Their New Broadway Reign
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - February 17, 2024


In this video, watch as the queens of Six including Olivia Donalson, Storm Lever, Khaila Wilcoxon, Jasmine Forsberg, Didi Romero and Gabriela Carrillo chat about their journey with the show....

Interview: 'He's Terminally Delightful!' Sam Buttery on Playing Uncle Fester in THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL
by Kat Mokrynski - February 12, 2024


Recently, we had the chance to talk with Sam Buttery, who is taking on the role of Uncle Fester. We discussed how they first got started in the world of theatre, why they are a fan of The Addams Family and even how rehearsals have been going!...

Interview: TITANIQUE's Nicole Parker Has Found Her Niche Playing Celine Dion
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 08, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with comedian Nicole Parker as she steps back into the role of Celine Dion in the award-winning TITANIQUE Off-Broadway....

Interview: Chilina Kennedy on A SIGN OF THE TIMES' Uplifting and Important Message
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 07, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with Chilina Kennedy about her journey with A Sign of the Times, playing Off-Broadway at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....

Interview: Kandi Burruss on Bringing THE WIZ to 'Another Level' as Producer on Broadway Revival
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024


Kandi Burruss is bringing The Wiz to 'another level' as she produces her first Broadway musical. BroadwayWorld sat down with Kandi Burruss to discuss what the expect from The Wiz, the importance of Black producers on Broadway, and using her platform on The Real Housewives of Atlanta to spotlight Bro...

Interview: Donna McKechnie Remembers Her Friend Chita Rivera and Looks Ahead to WICKED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 02, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with Donna McKechnie as she shares her memories and thoughts on working alongside the iconic Chita Rivera. Discover the magic behind their friendship and the impact Chita had on the theater community....

Video: Nikki Renée Daniels & David Phelps Are Going Back to the Beginning in CHILDREN OF EDEN
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - January 31, 2024


In this video, watch as Nikki Renée Daniels and David Phelps chat about Manhattan Concert Productions' upcoming concert performance of Children of Eden....

Interview: Jonathan Bennett on His SPAMALOT Broadway Debut: 'I've Dreamt About This Moment'
by Michael Major - January 29, 2024


Jonathan Bennett is currently appearing as Sir Robin in Spamalot, joining an all-star Broadway cast with James Monroe Iglehart, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Ethan Slater, and more. BroadwayWorld sat down with Bennett to discuss his lifelong Broadway dreams, how Spamalot is similar to Mean Girls, workin...

Interview: Andy Karl On Returning To GROUNDHOG DAY, the Show's International Success & More
by Joshua Wright - January 24, 2024


BrodwayWorld sat down with Andy Karl to find out all about him living his own personal 'Groundhog Day' down under in Melbourne, the musical's Broadway run, and more....

Video: Norm Lewis Is Prepping for His Most Heavenly Role in CHILDREN OF EDEN
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - January 19, 2024


In this video, watch as Norm Lewis gets ready to star in Manhattan Concert Productions's concert performance of Children of Eden....

Video: Patrick Page Is Unpacking Shakespeare's Villains in ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - January 18, 2024


In this video, watch as Patrick Page checks in with Richard Ridge to chat about All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain....

Exclusive: How Tina Fey Made MEAN GIRLS Sing in New Movie Musical
by Michael Major - January 12, 2024


Tina Fey has returned to the halls of North Shore High to bring the Mean Girls musical adaptation to the big screen. In order to adapt the Broadway hit, Fey enlisted director duo Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne to helm the movie musical. Find out how they used 'every cinematic tool possible' to ...

Interview: Jessica Molaskey Talks Reuniting with Jason Robert Brown and Daisy Prince for New Musical THE CONNECTOR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 10, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with Jessica Molaskey, one of the stars of the new Jason Robert Brown musical, The Connector. Learn about the show here!...



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