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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

18 Must-Watch Documentaries for Broadway Musical Fans by Adam Hetrick

These essential documentaries capture some of the most fascinating and legendary entertainers, writers, and musicals in Broadway history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:12AM
Monday, March 23, 2020

Playbill Viewing: Michael John LaChiusa's Hello Again by Adam Hetrick

The Off-Broadway musical hit the big screen in 2017 with a cast of major stars, including Audra McDonald, Martha Plimpton, Cheyenne Jackson, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:38AM
Tuesday, March 17, 2020

17 Must-Watch Documentaries for Broadway Musical Fans by Adam Hetrick

These essential documentaries capture some of the most fascinating and legendary entertainers, writers, and musicals in Broadway history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM
Friday, November 8, 2019

Expanded Edition of Melissa Errico’s Legrand Affair Album Out Now by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award nominee will celebrate the deluxe re-release with a concert engagement at Feinstein’s/54 Below November 7–9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM
Monday, November 4, 2019

His Dark Materials, Starring Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ruth Wilson, Premieres on HBO November 4 by Adam Hetrick

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child playwright Jack Thorne adapted the Philip Pullman fantasy trilogy for the screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:28AM
Monday, October 21, 2019

Watch Mason Alexander Park and Isaac Powell Perform ‘Sparkle Like Bowie’ From Loveville High Podcast by Adam Hetrick

The nine-episode series also features the vocal talents of Broadway favorites such as Jay Armstrong Johnson, Hailey Kilgore, and Ali Stroker.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:40PM

David Burnham to Perform A Broadway Holiday! at Catalina Bar & Grill by Adam Hetrick

The star of Wicked and The Light in the Piazza will debut his new holiday show in Hollywood December 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

Laura Osnes and Jackie Burns to Perform Music of Michael Mott by Adam Hetrick

The December 1 concert at Feinstein's/54 Below will celebrate the music of the composer-lyricist, whose musicals include Where The Sky Ends and Abandoned Heart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:41AM
Sunday, October 20, 2019

Read Reviews for David Byrne's American Utopia on Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The theatrical concert reunites the Oscar- and Grammy-winning musician with Here Lies Love’s Alex Timbers and Annie-B Parson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:26PM
Friday, October 18, 2019

Final Casting Announced for NAMT’s 2019 Festival of New Musicals by Adam Hetrick

Julia Murney, Jenn Colella, and more will appear in the weekend-long event at New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:10PM

Watch Beth Leavel Perform ‘Everything’s Coming Up Roses’ at Best In Shows Benefit by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award-winning Drowsy Chaperone star shared the stage with an adoptable bulldog at the recent Humane Society concert fundraiser.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:34AM

Corey Cott to Perform Benefit Concert for Concordia Conservatory by Adam Hetrick

The Newsies and Bandstand leading man will play the Sommer Center for Worship & the Performing Arts, in Bronxville, New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58AM
Thursday, October 17, 2019

Read Reviews for The Sound Inside, Starring Mary-Louise Parker by Adam Hetrick

Playwright Adam Rapp makes his Broadway debut with the psychological thriller that co-stars Will Hochman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18PM

Read Reviews for Little Shop of Horrors, Starring Jonathan Groff and Tammy Blanchard by Adam Hetrick

Tony Award winner Christian Borle and Kingsley Leggs also star in the Off-Broadway revival that opened October 17 at the West Side Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:18PM
Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Listen to In the Heights Tony Nominee Olga Merediz Sing New Song From Disney Channel’s Elena of Avalor by Adam Hetrick

Taye Diggs will also be featured in the upcoming Dia de Los Muertos–themed episode.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Monday, October 14, 2019

A Lillias White Christmas to Play The Green Room 42 by Adam Hetrick

The Tony-winning actor returns with an all-new show for the holidays.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:12PM

Listen to Season 2 Teaser for Daphne Rubin-Vega’s The Horror of Dolores Roach Podcast by Adam Hetrick

Based on the Off-Broadway solo play Empanada Loca, the podcast returns for its second season October 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:37PM

André De Shields to Receive SAGE Lifetime Achievement Award by Adam Hetrick

The Hadestown Tony Award winner will be honored alongside Emmy winner Leslie Jordan at the SAGE Awards & Gala later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:29PM

Beth Leavel's Unforgettable 42nd Street Mishap by Adam Hetrick

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth shares stories from his New Orleans concert with Beth Leavel, plus some of his favorite Elaine Stritch tales.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:31AM
Friday, October 11, 2019

New York Musical Theatre Festival to Honor Stephen Schwartz and Kelly Devine by Adam Hetrick

The Tony- and Academy Award-winning composer-lyricist and Olivier Award-winning choreographer will be honored at the organization’s November benefit concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:14PM

New York Musical Festival to Honor Stephen Schwartz and Kelly Devine by Adam Hetrick

The Tony- and Academy Award-winning composer-lyricist and Olivier Award-winning choreographer will be honored at the organization’s November benefit concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:14PM

Head Over Heels Receives Equity’s Extraordinary Excellence in Diversity on Broadway Award by Adam Hetrick

The annual honor recognizes productions that promote diversity and inclusion through equal opportunity employment and casting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM

Read Reviews for Mischief Theatre’s Grown Ups in London by Adam Hetrick

The latest play from the U.K. troupe behind The Play That Goes Wrong opened October 11 at the Vaudeville Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM
Thursday, October 10, 2019

Kerry Washington Joins Ryan Murphy’s Screen Adaptation of The Prom by Adam Hetrick

The Golden Globe nominee joins Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande, and Andrew Rannells in Murphy’s upcoming Netflix project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:19PM

Read Reviews for Tracy Letts’ Linda Vista by Adam Hetrick

The new comedy from the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning August: Osage County playwright opens on Broadway October 10.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:42PM
Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Come From Away Will Tour China in 2020 by Adam Hetrick

The sixth production of the hit musical opens in Shanghai this coming May.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00PM

Lainie Kazan Will Return to Feinstein’s/54 Below This Fall by Adam Hetrick

Following her sold-out engagement last spring, the star of My Big Fat Greek Wedding is back with an encore performance this November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:33PM

Amber Iman and Angela Birchett to Join Christian Dante White at The Green Room 42 by Adam Hetrick

The recent My Fair Lady and Hello, Dolly! star will celebrate his birthday with his New York City solo concert debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:49PM

Watch Sneak Peek of New Musical Last Days of Summer in Rehearsal by Adam Hetrick

The show, based on the best-selling novel by Steve Kluger, opens the George Street Playhouse's season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:09PM

Eden Espinosa to Headline Concert of New Musical Thriller Get Jack by Adam Hetrick

The concert will also feature Jeanna De Waal, Jeanette Bayardelle, and Isabel Santiago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:35PM

Chita Rivera Returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below This Week by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway legend’s six-performance engagement runs through October 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards