All stories by Ruthie Fierberg on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Tom Stoppard and Tanya Barfield Receive 2020 PEN America Awards by Ruthie Fierberg

The two playwrights will be honored at the March 2 ceremony, hosted by Seth Meyers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

Hamilton Alums and Gun & Powder Stars Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman on Mastering the Art of Playing Sisters by Ruthie Fierberg

After playing Eliza and Angelica Schuyler together in the national tour of Hamilton, the actors originate the roles of the real-life Clarke twins in a story where their sisterhood makes all …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:30PM
Tuesday, February 11, 2020

Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell to Lead Kennedy Center's 2020 Gala by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award winners and Ragtime co-stars will headline the March event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM
Monday, February 10, 2020

Why Andrew Burnap Was Initially 'Never' Going to Be in The Inheritance by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor reveals how he won the role of Toby Darling and why playing him in Matthew Lopez’s epic play feels so personal.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:09PM

WATCH: What Casting Directors Are Looking for in the New Musical Trevor by Ruthie Fierberg

Casting director Merri Sugarman and music director Matt Deitchman take viewers inside an open call in a new video.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:45PM
Sunday, February 9, 2020

How Nnamdi Asomugha Went From the NFL to Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

Now starring in A Soldier’s Play, the former Oakland Raiders star proves his worth to this Pulitzer Prize-winning ensemble work.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Saturday, February 8, 2020

How to Rent Broadway Costumes for Your School or Community Theatre, Professional Production, and More by Ruthie Fierberg

The TDF Costume Collection houses 85,000 costume pieces available for rental—whether you’re a multi-million dollar studio or non-profit school group.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

World Premiere of The Headlands Begins at LCT3 February 8 by Ruthie Fierberg

The new play from Obie winner Christopher Chen plays Lincoln Center Theater’s Claire Tow Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07AM
Thursday, February 6, 2020

Kirk Douglas, 3-Time Oscar-Nominated Actor, Dies at 103 by Ruthie Fierberg

The beloved star of stage and screen launched his career on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM
Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Watch David Alan Grier, Blair Underwood, and Celia Gooding Talk About Their Experiences on Broadway in Honor of Black History Month by Ruthie Fierberg

Hosted by Nightline’s Byron Pitts, the stars of A Soldier’s Play and Jagged Little Pill discussed their stage careers and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:05PM

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Will See East High Mount Beauty and the Beast in Season 2 by Ruthie Fierberg

When the Disney+ mockumentary series returns, the drama students of East High will put on the Disney classic. Watch them sing from it here.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:59AM

5 Things Steven Sater Learned Adapting His Musical Alice by Heart Into a New Novel by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award-winning Spring Awakening librettist lets readers in on his process of a new kind of adaptation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM
Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Watch Broadway Inspirational Voices Sing Their Gospel Version of ‘The Lady’s Improving’ From The Prom by Ruthie Fierberg

In the latest installment of the choir’s Broadway Our Way series, the singers tackle the 11 o’clock number.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Musical Improv Series Show Offs Premieres February 3 by Ruthie Fierberg

The BYUtv series, which has featured guest appearance by Corbin Bleu, Joey Fatone, and more, returns for Season 3

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:11PM

Watch Highlights From Denis Jones’ New Production of Chicago by Ruthie Fierberg

The fresh staging of the Kander and Ebb musical recently played Florida’s Maltz Jupiter Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:23AM

Ed Harris Brings Rural Roots and Outrage to Atticus Finch by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony and Oscar-nominated actor tells Playbill about his fresh take on Broadway’s To Kill a Mockingbird.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM
Friday, January 31, 2020

Watch Jonathan Groff and Lea Michele Reunite to Read From Steven Sater’s Alice By Heart by Ruthie Fierberg

The Spring Awakening stars read from the novel adaptation of Sater’s most recent musical in this exclusive video.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM
Thursday, January 30, 2020

Berlin Stories: New Musical Café Nadine Tells the Forgotten Story of a Post-Wall City by Ruthie Fierberg

Through real-life testimonials, Broadway performer Joseph Simeone penned an immersive techno musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM
Tuesday, January 28, 2020

What the Constitution Means to Me’s Heidi Schreck Is Pregnant With Twins by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer finalist is expecting with her husband, Kip Fagan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM

What Must Go Right for Things to Go Wrong in The Play That Goes Wrong by Ruthie Fierberg

Director Matt DiCarlo reveals backstage secrets of how the Off-Broadway and touring companies ensure ultimate onstage mayhem.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM
Monday, January 27, 2020

Duncan Sheik, Krysta Rodriguez, and Alex Boniello to Perform From Alice By Heart at The Strand by Ruthie Fierberg

The trio joins composer and playwright Steven Sater to discuss his debut novel, based on the Off-Broadway musical of the same name.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

Sara Bareilles Confesses That Her Waitress Lyrics Are Not Entirely Pastry Chef-Approved by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award-nominated composer-lyricist appeared (and performed) on The Graham Norton Show ahead of her London bow.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM
Saturday, January 25, 2020

The Broadway Walking Tour Made for Theatre Fans, History Buffs, and Broadway Newbies by Ruthie Fierberg

The best kept secret of daytime Broadway-themed activities in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Friday, January 24, 2020

Finding the Comedy in Tragedy (and Vice Versa) for Broadway’s Grand Horizons by Ruthie Fierberg

The cast and creative team—including stars Jane Alexander, James Cromwell, Michael Urie, and Ashley Park—share the secrets behind their new Broadway show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:30PM
Thursday, January 23, 2020

Watch High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Stars Joshua Bassett and Olivia Rodrigo Perform for Young Fans at Junior Theater Festival by Ruthie Fierberg

The stars greeted fans at the Atlanta festival for the first time since the launch of the Disney+ series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:41PM

Watch the Trailer for Upcoming Documentary We Are Freestyle Love Supreme by Ruthie Fierberg

The film about the hip-hop improv troupe founded by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail, and Anthony Veneziale premieres at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

5th Annual BroadwayCon Kicks Off January 24 With 3 Days of Broadway Fan Fever by Ruthie Fierberg

From show panels featuring Beetlejuice and Moulin Rouge! to interviews with Donna McKechnie to autograph signings, and more, don’t miss the ultimate behind-the-scenes convention.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Companies of Come From Away Across the Globe Raise Thousands for Australia by Ruthie Fierberg

With leadership from the Australian company of the hit musical, Come From Away rallied to save wildlife in the midst of devastating bushfires.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:05PM

What Everyone Can Learn From A Soldier’s Play by Ruthie Fierberg

On the opening night red carpet, stars David Alan Grier, Blair Underwood, and more share the lessons in the Pulitzer-winning work—plus backstage secrets about building the production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:53PM
Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Watch Billy Porter Sing With 2 Boundary-Breaking Children’s Choirs on The View by Ruthie Fierberg

An all-Black middle school chorus and all-Jewish middle school chorus united to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:27AM

Why Every Broadway Professional Needs to Attend BroadwayCon Industry Day by Ruthie Fierberg

What to expect from the programming and how it’s catered to both seasoned vets and aspiring pros.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM

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