All stories by Michael Gioia on BroadwayStars

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Kinky Boots Celebrates 1,500 Performances by Michael Gioia

The Tony Award-winning musical hits a milestone tonight.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:23PM

James Barbour and Daniel Reichard Will Play Birdland in December by Michael Gioia

The venue has announced its December 2016 schedule.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:17PM

Alexandra Socha and Noah Zachary to Join Songwriter Zack Zadek in Concert by Michael Gioia

The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers will present the free concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:40PM

Watch Women of Broadway Sing “Not Ready to Make Nice” Post-Election by Michael Gioia

The #UnfilteredWomen of Broadway are using their voices, talents, and platforms to stand up for what they believe in.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:14PM

Watch Stripped-Down Onstage Performance of “Memory” by Michael Gioia

Grizabella understudy Jessica Hendy covers the Cats classic onstage at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:41PM

Hamilton’s Mandy Gonzalez Will Offer February Solo Concert by Michael Gioia

The actor will play Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:50PM

Folk-Rock Musical Lizard Boy Has NYC Readings Today by Michael Gioia

The musical had its world premiere at the Seattle Repertory Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

What Was Like For Disney’s Moana to Meet Lin-Manuel Miranda? by Michael Gioia

Get to know Auli’i Cravalho, the leading voice of the new animated Disney movie featuring the music of Hamilton’s creator and star.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Allison Case and LaVon Fisher-Wilson Lead Welcome to Shoofly Musical Readings Today by Michael Gioia

Industry-only presentations are held in the South Studio at Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, November 14, 2016

Celia Keenan-Bolger and Jessica Hecht Honor Sarah Ruhl Tonight by Michael Gioia

Broadway artists celebrate Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award winner Ruhl.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Short Plays by Wesley Taylor, With Matthew Morrison, Held Tonight by Michael Gioia

Proud of Us and Other Short Plays by Wesley Taylor has a benefit performance at New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Sunday, November 13, 2016

Nightlife Entertainer Tori Scott Is Seeing Double at Joe’s Pub Tonight by Michael Gioia

The award-winning performer returns to Joe’s Pub November 13 for another installment in her shameless journey.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

How Playwright Sarah Ruhl Conquers the Blank Page by Michael Gioia

Ruhl is being honored with the Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award, but that doesn’t mean it was an easy road there.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:30AM

NYMF Gala, Honoring Duncan Sheik and Tara Rubin, Held Tonight by Michael Gioia

The annual evening takes place at the Edison Ballroom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, November 12, 2016

Interactive Theatrical Event for Children Opens Today in NYC by Michael Gioia

Pip’s Island makes ts world premiere at the Skylight Modern.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

What Was Marissa Jaret Winokur’s Advice to Hairspray Live!’s Tracy Turnblad? by Michael Gioia

The original Tracy sits down with Maddie Baillio to talk Hairspray—on Matthew Morrison’s couch!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, November 11, 2016

A Guide to Chicago Holiday Theatre by Michael Gioia

Chicago favorites, holiday-themed musicals, and more have been announced for the coming months.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM
Thursday, November 10, 2016

Election Results Leave J.K. Rowling in a “Bleak Mood” by Michael Gioia

Though the Harry Potter creator refused to share further thoughts on the election, she spoke of the dark themes in her wizarding world.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:50PM

J.K. Rowling Hopes for Broadway Bow of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by Michael Gioia

At the November 10 Fantastic Beasts press conference, the Harry Potter creator spoke of Broadway dreams for her West End play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:01PM

Nightlife Entertainer Tori Scott Will Be Seeing Double at Joe’s Pub by Michael Gioia

The award-winning performer returns to Joe’s Pub November 13 for another installment in her shameless journey.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:25AM

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

The performance will be held at The Montalbán Theater in Hollywood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:50AM

Ali Stroker to Offer Intimate Concert for Charity by Michael Gioia

The Spring Awakening actor will sing for Life Rolls On.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:28AM

Judy Collins Returns to Café Carlyle Tonight by Michael Gioia

The singer-songwriter plays an engagement at the New York City venue with a special guest.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Disney’s Garrett Clayton Ditched Bifocals and Sweater Vests to Be Hairspray’s Hunk by Michael Gioia

After a childhood transformation, Clayton became a Disney Channel star, booked screen work, and landed the role of Link in Hairspray Live!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, November 9, 2016

Folk-Rock Musical Lizard Boy Will Have Readings at Playwrights Horizons by Michael Gioia

The musical had its world premiere at the Seattle Repertory Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Folk-Rock Musical Lizard Boy Will Have NYC Readings by Michael Gioia

The musical had its world premiere at the Seattle Repertory Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Must Listen: Jason Robert Brown Records Song in Response to Presidential Election by Michael Gioia

The Tony Award-winning songwriter will premiere “Hope” at Kristin Chenoweth concert today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM

Award Winners Announced for MAC’s They Write the Songs Concert by Michael Gioia

The annual evening will feature a performance from Lindsay Mendez.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:41PM

Kyle Riabko Will Offer More Bacharach Reimagined Concerts in New York by Michael Gioia

The creator of Bacharach Reimagined will return to Joe’s Pub following sold-out shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:38PM

Maureen McGovern, Andrea McArdle, and Faith Prince Will Offer West Coast Concert by Michael Gioia

3 Girls & 1 Guy will get together for an evening of music in California.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Matt Doyle and Alice Ripley Star in Concert Version of Bubble Boy Tonight by Michael Gioia

The musical, recently seen in Virginia, has a concert performance at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes 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