All stories by Andrew Gans on BroadwayStars

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Kennedy Kanagawa, Rona Figueroa, Darren Lee, More Star in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying June 18 by Andrew Gans

National Asian Artists Project presents the one-night-only performance of the Frank Loesser classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

Next to Normal, Starring Caissie Levy, Begins Performances in London's West End June 18 by Andrew Gans

The West End transfer of the Donmar Warehouse production is directed by Michael Longhurst.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM
Monday, June 17, 2024

Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Victoria Clark, Jordan Donica Set to Enter HBO's Gilded Age by Andrew Gans

Even more theatre stars will be part of the upcoming third season of Julian Fellowes' Manhattan-set TV drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

Get a 1st Look at Jordan Donica, John Riddle, Teal Wicks, More in Teaser Trailer for Muny Les Misérables by Andrew Gans

Seth Sklar-Heyn directs the 2024 summer season opener at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

The Lehman Trilogy is Coming Back to London's West End Again by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning play is written by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power, and directed by Sam Mendes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Video: Watch Ramin Karimloo Sing 'Barrett's Song' From City Center Encores! Titanic by Andrew Gans

Anne Kauffman directs the Tony-winning Maury Yeston-Peter Stone musical with choreography by Danny Mefford.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Leslie Odom Jr. Offers Free NYC Concert June 17 by Andrew Gans

The evening with the Hamilton Tony winner celebrates The Cooper Union's anniversary.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

John Riddle, Jordan Donica, Teal Wicks, More Storm the Barricade in Muny Les Misérables Beginning June 17 by Andrew Gans

Seth Sklar-Heyn directs the 2024 summer season opener at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

Video: See the 2024 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches From Daniel Radcliffe, Kara Young, and More by Andrew Gans

Watch emotional, humorous, and surprising speeches from this year's winners.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM

Alex Sawyer Leads London Hamilton Beginning June 17; Nathania Ong, Thomas Vernal, More Also Join Cast by Andrew Gans

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s long-running West End hit welcomes several new cast members to the Victoria Palace.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Sunday, June 16, 2024

Hell's Kitchen Star Maleah Joi Moon Wins 2024 Tony for Leading Actress in a Musical by Andrew Gans

Moon wins her first Tony for her performance as Ali in the Alicia Keys musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32PM

Appropriate Wins Best Revival of a Play at 2024 Tony Awards by Andrew Gans

Lila Neugebauer directed the Branden Jacobs-Jenkins play, which continues its run at the Belasco.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06PM

Justin Peck Wins 2024 Tony for Best Choreography by Andrew Gans

Peck was honored for his choreography of the dance musical Illinoise at the St. James Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:42PM
Friday, June 14, 2024

Grammy Winner Nas Joins Creative Team of Broadway-Aimed Beat Street Musical by Andrew Gans

The musical is based on the 1984 film of the same name, one of the first to depict hip-hop culture.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42PM

The Heart of Rock and Roll Wins Actors' Equity Association Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus by Andrew Gans

The award will be presented June 24 during a ceremony hosted by Danny Burstein that will also be live-streamed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

Video: London Hadestown Star Dónal Finn and Composer Anaïs Mitchell Duet on 'Wedding Song' by Andrew Gans

The London return of the Tony-winning musical plays the Lyric Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

'Nothing Comes From Being Small and Quiet': Suffs Costume Designer Paul Tazewell on Taking Up Space by Andrew Gans

Plus, how Hamilton led him to designing the costumes for the Wicked film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

NAATCO World Premiere of Isabel Begins Off-Broadway Run June 14 by Andrew Gans

Kedian Keohan directs reid tang's play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Thursday, June 13, 2024

Photos: Adi Roy Is Broadway's New Aladdin by Andrew Gans

The hit Disney musical recently celebrated its 10th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:12PM

Watch Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Fraser Sing 'Dirty Rotten Number' From Upcoming Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Concerts by Andrew Gans

Rupert Hands will direct the London concerts of the 2005 Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

See Who's Starring in Off-Broadway World Premiere of Someone Spectacular by Andrew Gans

Tatiana Pandiani will direct Domenica Feraud's new play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Video: Watch Jesse Eisenberg Make Surprise Appearance in City Center Encores! Titanic by Andrew Gans

Anne Kauffman directs the Tony-winning Maury Yeston-Peter Stone musical with choreography by Danny Mefford.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Check Out Complete Cast for Muny Dreamgirls, Starring Tiffany Mann, Aisha Jackson, Nick Rashad Burroughs, More by Andrew Gans

Robert Clater will direct the Tony-nominated musical at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Bernadette Peters Will Offer London Concert This Summer by Andrew Gans

The three-time Tony recipient will cross the pond before returning to Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Idina Menzel Will Return to Broadway in Redwood Musical in 2025 by Andrew Gans

Tina Landau directs the new work, which she conceived with Wicked Tony winner Menzel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:06AM

World Premiere of Burlesque Musical, Starring Jess Foley, Jackie Burns, Todrick Hall, Begins in Manchester June 13 by Andrew Gans

Christina Aguilera executive produces the musical, based on her 2010 film, with direction and choreography by Nick Winston.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM
Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Robyn Hurder Extends Run in Broadway's Chicago by Andrew Gans

The long-running, Tony-winning revival continues at the Ambassador Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

'There She Is': Check Out Photos of City Center Encores! Titanic by Andrew Gans

Anne Kauffman directs the Tony-winning Maury Yeston-Peter Stone musical with choreography by Danny Mefford.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Gary Wilmot, Richard Fleeshman, Marisha Wallace, More Join U.K. Debut of Something Rotten! by Andrew Gans

Tim Jackson will direct the three concerts with a cast led by Jason Manford.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Video: Get a Sneak Peek at Titanic at City Center Encores! by Andrew Gans

Anne Kauffman directs the Tony-winning Maury Yeston-Peter Stone musical with choreography by Danny Mefford.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Norm Lewis Floats on a Cloud of Music in Dazzling All-Broadway Set at 54 Below by Andrew Gans

The Phantom of the Opera title player was joined by his Side Show co-star, Alice Ripley, who was in equally thrilling voice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre