All stories by Michael Gioia on BroadwayStars

Sunday, December 18, 2016

Come From Away Finds the Humanity in Tragedy by Michael Gioia

A musical about the meeting of strangers, whose flights were grounded in Newfoundland on 9/11, has the power to heal us all.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, December 17, 2016

Listen to Rare, Unheard Demo From Jason Robert Brown’s Parade by Michael Gioia

Eighteen years after Parade opened on Broadway, its songwriter shares a private demo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:59PM

Andrew Lippa Stars in Concert Version of Swan Lake: The Musical by Michael Gioia

The performance is held at The Montalbán Theater in Hollywood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, December 16, 2016

Krystina Alabado, Ashley Park, and Zachary Prince Sing Striking 12 by Michael Gioia

The musical is presented in concert by Prospect Theater Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, December 15, 2016

Kelli O’Hara and Jason Robert Brown Add Second SubCulture Concert by Michael Gioia

The duo will now offer two concerts on the same night.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:50PM

Writing a Reality: Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Have Arrived With Dear Evan Hansen by Michael Gioia

Broadway welcomes their musical about an awkward outsider with open arms.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Bernadette Peters Will Go It Solo in Chicago by Michael Gioia

The three-time Tony Award recipient makes her Auditorium Theatre debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

Hamilton Improv Parody, Shamilton, Will Debut in Chicago by Michael Gioia

The musical comes from Chicago-based improv troupe Baby Wants Candy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM

San Francisco’s Curran Reopens to Host Fences Film Premiere by Michael Gioia

The August Wilson work first played the Curran 30 years ago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The 21 Must-See Broadway Videos From 2016 by Michael Gioia

A look at the year’s most buzzed-about and meaningful videos in theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Watch Exclusive Preview of Swan Lake Musical with Carrie Manolakos and Carrie St. Louis by Michael Gioia

The two duet on a song from the musical called “Inside a Dream.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM

Frankie James Grande Among Performers at Broadway Sessions’ Holiday Show by Michael Gioia

The holiday event will welcome back past guests.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM
Monday, December 12, 2016

NBC Sets Re-Broadcast Date for Hairspray Live! by Michael Gioia

The TV presentation of the musical stars Harvey Fierstein, Kristin Chenoweth, Jennifer Hudson, Ariana Grande, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:49PM

Christmas Eve’s Holiday Hunkfest, With 13 Broadway Hunks, Held December 12 by Michael Gioia

The annual event takes place at Howl at the Moon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, December 10, 2016

Over 31 More Celebrities Who Showed Up Onstage at Oh, Hello by Michael Gioia

The stars keep coming out to say Hello to John Mulaney and Nick Kroll.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, December 9, 2016

Hamilton’s Jon Rua at Work On New Dance Film and Visual Album by Michael Gioia

The Hamilton actor aims to complete his LoveFound film that will lead to a bigger project, a visual album exploring the human condition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Hockey Hall-of-Famer Will Make Goodman Debut in Chicago Christmas Carol by Michael Gioia

Denis Savard will make a cameo in the holiday production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

San Francisco’s Curran Will Reopen to Host Fences Film Premiere by Michael Gioia

The August Wilson work first played the Curran 30 years ago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:34AM
Thursday, December 8, 2016

Watch Trailer For Revenge Thriller Film Seaside, Starring Ariana DeBose by Michael Gioia

The film, co-starring Matt Shingledecker and Steffanie Leigh, nears completion.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM

Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock Will Take Part in Comedy Benefit at MSG by Michael Gioia

The bi-annual Garden of Laughs will return to New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:10PM

Drink a School of Hops Beer at School of Rock for Charity by Michael Gioia

Proceeds from the new drink benefit Sing for Hope.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:04PM

NY City Opera’s Candide, with Linda Lavin, Adds Performances by Michael Gioia

Due to popular demand, four additional performances have been added to the 2017 New York City Opera production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:30PM

What Was Different in This Version of Hairspray? by Michael Gioia

We compare and contrast the Broadway version and the NBC broadcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:17PM

Watch Highlights from Hairspray Live! by Michael Gioia

In case you missed it, we have highlights from the December 7 live broadcast of Hairspray.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM
Wednesday, December 7, 2016

Krystina Alabado, Ashley Park, and Zachary Prince Will Sing Striking 12 by Michael Gioia

The musical will be presented in concert by Prospect Theater Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Choose Scholarship Recipient at His Alma Mater by Michael Gioia

The prize was established in honor of graduates Lin-Manuel Miranda and Thomas Kail and their musical Hamilton.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Hairspray Live! Hits Television December 7 by Michael Gioia

The big, blonde, and beautiful broadcast begins at 8 PM ET on NBC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Sweet Charity Cast Will Head to Broadway Sessions by Michael Gioia

The evening will also feature extended open-mic time.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Eden Espinosa and Andrew Chappelle Among Broadway Sings Bowie/Prince Performers by Michael Gioia

It’s the first double-bill in the popular Broadway Sings concert series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:25PM

Why the World Needs Hairspray On Television Now More Than Ever by Michael Gioia

As a new administration takes shape, the cast of Hairspray prepares to change the minds of viewers across the United States.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

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