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Saturday, July 12, 2025

5 Must-See Musicals With New Lead Actors by Andrew Gans

Even if you've seen these musicals before, a new principal cast makes it worth a revisit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Bernadette Peters and Beth Leavel Host 27th Annual Broadway Barks July 12 by Andrew Gans

Celebrity participants include Audra McDonald, Cole Escola, Victoria Clark, Orville Peck, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Michelle Williams, and many more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Friday, July 11, 2025

Jasmine Amy Rogers, Edie Falco, More Lead New York Stage and Film's 40th Season by Andrew Gans

Works from Donja R. Love, Heather Christian, John Patrick Shanley, and more are part of the season launching July 11 with Vidas Privadas.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:31PM

Watch Kerstin Anderson, Ryan Mac Sing 'One Night With You' and Title Tune in Goodspeed's All Shook Up by Andrew Gans

Daniel Goldstein directs the Elvis Presley-inspired musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:22PM

Milo Manheim and Raúl Esparza Join Starry Cast of Hollywood Bowl Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Gans

Cynthia Erivo and Adam Lambert will lead the concert staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Elizabeth Gillies Was a Little Shop 'Super Fan,' Now She's Starring in the Hit Revival by Andrew Gans

She has reunited with her 13 co-star, Graham Phillips, in the long-running production at the Westside Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Listen to Rachel Zegler's 'Don't Cry for Me Argentina' Single, Released July 11 by Andrew Gans

Two versions of the anthem from the Jamie Lloyd-directed revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Evita have been released.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Thursday, July 10, 2025

John Behlmann Will Join Katie Rose Clarke, Carrie St. Louis, More in Broadway-Aimed Dolly Parton Musical by Andrew Gans

The creative team is also set for the forthcoming biomusical on the 11-time Grammy winner, premiering later this month in Tennessee.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

Jocelyn Bioh, L Morgan Lee, BD Wong, More Join 2025-2026 Tony Awards Nominating Committee by Andrew Gans

The committee attends all productions and later meets to determine, by vote, the Tony nominees for the season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Broadway's Girl From the North Country Will Arrive on DVD This Month by Andrew Gans

The release coincides with the London return of the Conor McPherson and Bob Dylan musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

Glee's Matthew Morrison Will Return to NYC With New Concert by Andrew Gans

The Tony nominee will debut Rhythms & Revelations at 54 Below this winter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Watch 'Fixer Upper' From Muny Frozen, Starring Patti Murin, Hannah Corneau, Jelani Remy, More by Andrew Gans

John Tartaglia directs (and co-stars in) the family-friendly Disney musical with choreography by Patrick O’Neill.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Heidi Blickenstaff, Kenita Miller, Zachary Noah Piser Will Lead The Heart Musical by Andrew Gans

Christopher Ashley is directing the La Jolla Playhouse world premiere with choreography by Mandy Moore.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

Watch Highlights From Ogunquit Guys and Dolls, Starring Rob McClure, Bianca Marroquín, Ephraim Sykes by Andrew Gans

Al Blackstone directs and choreographs the classic musical at the Maine venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Julia Knitel, Jennifer Sanchez, Sierra Boggess, More Set for Newport NewWorks Musical Theater Festival by Andrew Gans

The upcoming festival will feature public readings of two new musicals, Peripheral and Ink & Paint.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Jocelyn Bioh, Samuel D. Hunter, Audrey Choi Join Dramatists Guild Foundation Board by Andrew Gans

The organization supports theatre writers at all stages of their careers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

Emily Skinner Will Join Luke Newton in House of McQueen Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Darrah Cloud's play will be staged at the new theatrical venue, The Mansion at Hudson Yards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

Camille A. Brown Will Be Honored at Black Theatre United's Annual Gala by Andrew Gans

Honorees will also include producers Mathew Knowles, Gena Avery Knowles, Tonya Lewis Lee, and Lester Cooney.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

John Tartaglia Steps Into Muny Frozen, Replacing Injured Actor by Andrew Gans

The Avenue Q star is also directing the musical at the St. Louis venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Broadway Cares Awards More Than $2.1 Million in Grants by Andrew Gans

The grants will benefit support organizations around the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Wicked Original Broadway Cast Recording Certified 4X Platinum by Andrew Gans

To celebrate the milestone, Decca Broadway will release a two-LP picture disc release of Wicked.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:12AM

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Bridgerton's Luke Newton Will Play Designer Lee Alexander McQueen Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

House of McQueen will be staged at the new theatrical venue, The Mansion at Hudson Yards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

Queering the Canon: Live at Joe’s Pub Sets Release Date and Album Party by Andrew Gans

The live album is the first from Ring of Keys Records.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:17PM

James Monroe Iglehart Will Join Broadway's & Juliet This Summer by Andrew Gans

The Aladdin Tony winner will play a limited engagement in the hit jukebox musical.