All stories by Diep Tran on BroadwayStars

Friday, March 28, 2025

Cynthia Erivo, Lempicka, Oh, Mary! Win GLAAD Media Awards by Diep Tran

The ceremony, hosted by Michael Urie, was held March 27 in Los Angeles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM
Thursday, March 27, 2025

It Takes Two: Caroline Aaron and Matt Doyle on the Importance of Chemistry in Conversations With Mother by Diep Tran

The two share the stage almost the entire time, requiring them to trust in themselves and each other.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM
Friday, March 21, 2025

Listen to Keri René Fuller, Luke Islam, More Perform a Song From Last Bimbo of the Apocalypse by Diep Tran

The new Off-Broadway musical is written by Michael Breslin and Patrick Foley and will premiere in May.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM
Wednesday, March 19, 2025

We Had a World Is the 'Best Part' Joanna Gleason's Gotten to Play in a Long Time by Diep Tran

Plus, how her film The Grotto is based on her experience in Broadway's Nick & Nora.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM
Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Still Hurting: Look Back on the Original Productions of The Last Five Years by Diep Tran

Jason Robert Brown's musical may be getting its Broadway debut now, but it's been beloved for over two decades.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:03PM
Friday, March 14, 2025

Phylicia Rashad and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins Collaborate to Find Purpose by Diep Tran

The new Broadway play explores how one generation of Black leaders can pass the baton to the next.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:03PM
Wednesday, March 12, 2025

'Most Famous Musicals Are Bad Ideas': Director David Cromer Reflects on His Busy Season and the State of the Theatre by Diep Tran

The Tony winner is overseeing George Clooney in Good Night, and Good Luck and the scrappy Dead Outlaw back-to-back on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM
Monday, March 10, 2025

Drag Artists Hold Protest at the Kennedy Center by Diep Tran

The march and rally was in response to Trump's takeover of the Kennedy Center and his vow to ban drag shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM
Friday, March 7, 2025

Natalie Venetia Belcon and Isa Antonetti Invite You to 'Feel the Music' in Buena Vista Social Club by Diep Tran

The score of this new musical is entirely in Spanish. But don't worry, says its stars, you'll understand it.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM
Thursday, March 6, 2025

Public Theater, New York Theatre Workshop, More Speak Up Against Trump's Anti-DEI Measures by Diep Tran

As the National Endowment for the Arts restricts funding for organizations that fund DEI programs, the theatres reaffirm their commitment to diversity.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM
Tuesday, March 4, 2025

5 Reasons to See Six on Broadway by Diep Tran

Are you a history buff who loves pop songs? This is the show for you.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM
Friday, February 28, 2025

In 2021–22 Broadway Season, Black Actors Saw Large Increase in Representation While Other POC Groups Saw Decrease by Diep Tran

Tony Award-winning organization AAPAC has released its latest visibility report.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

After Almost a Decade Away From the Stage, Lily Rabe and Hamish Linklater Are Back in Ghosts by Diep Tran

The married pair on balancing children with acting.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM
Thursday, February 27, 2025

Photos: See Darren Aronofsky, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Steven Pasquale More at the Opening Night of Grangeville Off Broadway by Diep Tran

The new Samuel D. Hunter play starring Paul Sparks and Brian J. Smith is currently running at Signature Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM
Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Reviews Are Out for Curse of the Starving Class Starring Christian Slater by Diep Tran

The play, currently running Off-Broadway, co-stars Calista Flockhart and Cooper Hoffman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Tuesday, February 25, 2025

For Its Actors, the New Play SUMO Is a Showcase of 'Beautiful, Powerful Fat Bodies' by Diep Tran

Get to know the cast of the new Off-Broadway play by Lisa Sanaye Dring in these exclusive photos.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Read the Reviews for Grangeville Starring Paul Sparks and Brian J. Smith by Diep Tran

The new Samuel D. Hunter plau is currently running at Signature Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM
Friday, February 21, 2025

Lynn Nottage Book Under Review by Trump Administration; Black History Month Events Banned in Military Schools by Diep Tran

The Department of Defense has begun evaluating works taught in its schools around the world.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM
Thursday, February 20, 2025

Actor Marjan Neshat Was Born in Iran. English on Broadway Is Bringing Her Back to Her Roots by Diep Tran

Plus, what she's saying in Farsi at the end of the play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Dave Malloy's Latest Musical Three Houses Has Released a Cast Album by Diep Tran

The show, about three people isolated during the pandemic, played last year Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Artists Protest New National Endowment for the Arts Guidelines Limiting Diversity and Gender Expression by Diep Tran

A petition has amassed 463 signatures, while theatres have begun to reject NEA funding.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Curse of the Starving Class, Starring Calista Flockhart, Extends Off-Broadway by Diep Tran

The show is currently running at Pershing Square Signature Center, produced by The New Group.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Judy Kuhn and Brandon Uranowitz to Join Tommy Dorfman in Becoming Eve by Diep Tran

The new Off-Broadway play is about a rabbi who comes out as trans.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM
Friday, February 14, 2025

Kennedy Center Cancels Children's Musical Finn; Creators Say 'We Will Not Be Silenced' by Diep Tran

Meanwhile, artists such as Issa Rae and Renée Fleming have voluntarily cut ties with the now-Trump-controlled organization.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Thursday, February 13, 2025

5 Reasons to See Redwood On Broadway by Diep Tran

Yes, Idina Menzel is flying while singing (again). But also, this new musical is remarkably transportive.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12PM
Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Kids Can See a Broadway Show for Free When Kids Night on Broadway Returns in March by Diep Tran

This annual program allows kids 18 and under to attend one of 18 participating shows for free with a full-paying adult.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM
Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Milly Shapiro, Natalie Walker, Keri René Fuller to Lead Last Bimbo of the Apocalypse Off-Broadway by Diep Tran

The new Off-Broadway musical is written by Michael Breslin and Patrick Foley.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

Milly Shapiro, Natalie Walker, Keri René Fuller to Lead Last Bimbo of the Apocalypse at MCC Theater by Diep Tran

The new Off-Broadway musical is written by Michael Breslin and Patrick Foley.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM
Monday, February 10, 2025

Kids Night on Broadway to Return March 4 by Diep Tran

This annual program allows kids 18 and under to attend a show for free.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:32PM

Why Do Broadway Shows Close? by Diep Tran

Closures are a natural part of the life-cycle of Broadway; every show that closes means a new one gets to open.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

National Endowment for the Arts to Limit Funding for Programs That Promote Diversity and Gender Expression by Diep Tran

The agency has also eliminated its grant programs for "underserved groups."

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

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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