Jason Laks named president of Broadway League by Michael Abourizk

Laks, who recently served as interim president for the industry trade association, told Broadway News about his immediate priorities.

Ken Barnett will play fashion designer Halston in industry reading by Michael Abourizk

Raffael’s Pacitti’s solo play will be presented in January 2025.

‘Kiss Me, Kate’ alums Corbin Bleu and Stephanie Styles to reunite for reading of Broadway-bound musical ‘Get Happy’ by Andy Lefkowitz

The tuner based on the classic movie musical “Summer Stock” will be directed and choreographed by Donna Feore.

Google’s Antitrust Evolution & Potential Chrome Sell-off by Situation

Watch the Broadway performances from the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade by Ruthie Fierberg

Check out numbers from “Death Becomes Her,” “Hell’s Kitchen,” “The Outsiders” and Idina Menzel.

Adapting ‘The Piano Lesson’ for the screen with auteur Malcolm Washington, co-writer Virgil Williams and actor Michael Potts by Ruthie Fierberg

After debuting in cinemas earlier this month, the new film version of August Wilson’s Pulitzer-winning work hit Netflix on Nov. 22.

Broadway Pipeline: November 27, 2024 by Theatrical Index

‘Gypsy’ starts strong; Broadway has largest number of shows running since 2018 by Michael Abourizk

For the week ending Nov. 24, the 39 currently running productions grossed $37,349,024.

Broadway bow of Pulitzer winner ‘English’ to feature original Off-Broadway cast by Michael Abourizk

The creative team has also been announced for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Sanaz Toosi’s play.

Little-known theater jobs: special effects coordinator and pyrotechnician by Ruthie Fierberg

Bodhan Bushel is the pro behind water effects in shows like “The Blood Quilt,” water and fire in “The Outsiders” and so many more. 

Kelsee Kimmel will stand by for the role of Jersey in ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ by Michael Abourizk

The “SIX” alum will join the musical in December.

‘Wicked’ movie earns record-high gross in opening weekend by Michael Abourizk

The motion picture version of the Stephen Schwartz-Winnie Holzman musical made $164 million worldwide.

Alicia Keys musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ will embark on national tour by Michael Abourizk

The musical opened on Broadway in April.

Alicia Keys’ high school music teacher now plays in the orchestra of ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ by Ruthie Fierberg

An inspiration for the character of Miss Liza Jane, Linda Aziza Miller plays the keyboard in the musical’s pit.

Boy George will return to ‘Moulin Rouge!’ by Michael Abourizk

The Tony Award nominee will reprise his performance as Harold Zidler.

Cole Escola’s Broadway comedy ‘Oh, Mary!’ recoups investment by Andy Lefkowitz

“Oh, Mary!” is the first show of the current Broadway season to make its money back.

Five tips for simple and cost-effective video production by Ryan Meitzler

From audio to lighting, here’s how to make your videos look great without breaking the bank.

The Broadway Review: ‘Death Becomes Her’ slays by Brittani Samuel

Director Christopher Gattelli’s production of the musical black comedy is an instant hit, dazzling audiences with lush creative design and enchanting leads.

David Henry Hwang’s ‘Yellow Face’ to be filmed for PBS by Michael Abourizk

Star Daniel Dae Kim’s production company, 3AD, will partner with PBS on the capture.

Exclusive: Jeremy Jordan and Lizzy McAlpine will lead ‘Floyd Collins’ on Broadway; full cast revealed by Michael Abourizk

Plus, full creative team also announced for the Adam Guettel-Tina Landau musical, and Landau shares what to expect.

Broadway Press Day with ‘Gypsy’ by Broadway News

In the latest episode of the podcast, hear from Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe and more about what to expect from the 2024 revival.

De’Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser and more to join cast of ‘Redwood’ by Ruthie Fierberg

Find out who will be joining Idina Menzel.

New musical ‘Death Becomes Her’ will receive cast album by Michael Abourizk

Several tracks will be available ahead of the album’s full release.

Broadway Pipeline: November 20, 2024 by Theatrical Index

The Broadway Review: ‘Swept Away’ — A boating disaster set to bluegrass by Brittani Samuel

A new musical weds intimate direction with records from the Avett Brothers’ oeuvre to tell a sweeping, but sleepy, tale about men lost at sea.

Watch Hazel Vogel sing from ‘Annie’ by Michael Abourizk

Whoopi Goldberg discusses her appearance in the national tour’s New York City engagement.

‘Tammy Faye’ musical to conclude Broadway run by Michael Abourizk

The musical chronicling the life of the famed televangelist opened on Nov. 14 at the Palace Theatre.

Ryan McCartan will be Broadway’s next Gatsby by Michael Abourizk

“The Great Gatsby” on Broadway will celebrate the original novel’s centennial in January 2025.

New musicals ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ and ‘Death Becomes Her’ see sizable growth while overall box office dips by Michael Abourizk

For the week ending Nov. 17, the 37 currently running productions grossed $35,104,796.

Faith Prince and Erich Bergen to join Jasmine Amy Rogers in Broadway’s Betty Boop musical by Michael Abourizk

The musical’s principal players will all reprise their roles from the 2023 world premiere in Chicago.

Behind the scenes of David Korins’ new scenic-design exhibit by Ruthie Fierberg

What did the set of “Hamilton” almost look like? See exclusive sketches of Korins’his earliest ideas here and as part of the installation.