The nominations for the 79th Tony Awards are here, highlighting some of the biggest performances and shows on Broadway this season. From new productions to returning favorites, this year’s nominees capture the energy and talent across the stage as the countdown to Broadway’s biggest night begins. Best Book of a Musical The Lost Boys David Hornsby and Chris Hoch Schmigadoon! Cinco Paul Titaníque Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli and Tye Blue Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Acro

Over plates of pasta at Carmine's, Jamie Allan is redefining what a magic show can look like. His critically acclaimed production, Amaze, now playing at New World Stages, trades massive spectacle for something far more immersive, an intimate, high-tech experience that pulls audiences directly into the illusion. While the show has grown into a major success with extensions and sold-out crowds, Allan’s focus remains clear, creating a space where the magic feels personal and imm

Broadway is no stranger to star casting, but the pairing of Jim Parsons and Deborah Cox in Titanique feels especially electric and unexpected. In a recent conversation, the two offered a glimpse into their offstage dynamic. There’s a natural ease between them, grounded in both admiration and a shared sense of humor that’s already shaping the energy of the production. Cox didn’t hold back when speaking about her co-star. “I have so many scenes with this one, and I’m so thrill

John Lithgow is back on Broadway, and for him, the decision to return is simple. “You return to Broadway every chance you get,” he shared on opening night of Giant , reflecting on his long-awaited return to the stage. Though his career has spanned film, television, and theater, Lithgow made it clear that live performance remains at the heart of what he loves most. That return also comes with a remarkable milestone. “Since 1973, I have acted in every single theater on West 45t

The Tony Award winning musical Hadestown is heading to movie theaters. It was announced that the live West End capture of the hit show will be released theatrically across North America on July 24, 2026, with a UK release to follow. Titled Hadestown: The Musical , the film features the original Broadway principal cast, including Reeve Carney as Orpheus, André De Shields in his Tony Award winning role as Hermes, Amber Gray as Persephone, Eva Noblezada as Eurydice, and Patrick

Luke Evans is officially making his Broadway debut in The Rocky Horror Show , and for the seasoned stage and screen star, the experience has been both surreal and exhilarating. “It’s been very, very fun,” Evans shared, reflecting on the transition to New York. “I don’t live in New York, so even coming to this city… it takes a minute to get into the rhythm. He’s embracing the chaos, adding, “There is an energy to it which is unique, and Broadway has its own energy.” After year

At the Walter Kerr Theatre, Joshua Colley is still wrapping his head around the moment, returning to Broadway in Hadestown as Orpheus, a role he has dreamed about for years. “Literally insane,” he says of the experience. “This has been a dream role forever, and the fact that I’m finally getting to do it feels actually insane every night.” Even with his deep familiarity with the show going in, Colley admits the role has continued to surprise him, revealing new layers and insi

Multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and actress Joanna “JoJo” Levesque is set to return to Broadway this summer, taking on the role of Florence Vassy in the revival of CHESS . Beginning performances on June 23, 2026, at the Imperial Theatre, the production has already extended its run through September 13 due to overwhelming demand. JoJo will star alongside Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher in what marks the first-ever Broadway revival of the iconic musica

At Carmine’s, over classic Italian dishes and plenty of laughter, Broadway producer Brian Moreland joined Joel Crump for a candid conversation on Broadway Time at Carmine’s , offering insight into his journey, his impact, and his latest highly anticipated production. Moreland, currently the only Black lead producer on Broadway, spoke openly about the weight of that distinction. “It doesn’t hit me until someone says it,” he shared. “It’s one of those things that shouldn’t be,

At press day for Fallen Angels , Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne brought plenty of laughs while talking about friendship, both onstage and off. When asked which Broadway friends they’d take for a day out, O’Hara quickly listed a dream lineup: Ruthie Ann Miles, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Victoria Clark, Sutton Foster, and Audra McDonald, a group that speaks to the deep bonds within the Broadway community. Byrne added that many of her closest friends are back in Australia, but those rare

The Original Broadway Cast Album of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) is now streaming, featuring performances by Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts. Stream below! Produced by Lux Pyramid, with music and lyrics by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan, the album brings the new musical comedy’s score to audiences everywhere. A physical CD and vinyl release is expected soon. Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) is an original new musical comedy about timing, connections, and

The Imperial Theatre has seen its share of electrifying nights, but few experiences hit quite like the new revival of Chess now taking over its stage. After one performance, I told actor Bryce Pinkham that I have never been high, but walking out of the Imperial felt strangely close. The score, the comedy, and that Cold War intensity all blended into something unexpectedly euphoric. Pinkham did not miss the metaphor. He joked, this is not an advertisement for drugs, then admit

Caissie Levy has spent her career bringing complex women to life on Broadway, but her latest role hits closer to home than most. As Mother in Ragtime , Levy steps into one of musical theater’s most beloved figures, a woman whose world expands when she allows empathy to reshape her understanding of herself and of others. In conversation she shared how playing Mother has challenged her, inspired her, and deepened her own ideas of parenthood. Mother enters Ragtime confident tha

Gospel icon Yolanda Adams, the powerhouse voice behind four Grammy Awards, sixteen Stellar Awards, and countless anthems of hope, is stepping into a brand new spotlight, the Broadway stage. She joins the cast of Hell’s Kitchen , the Alicia Keys-driven musical now lighting up the Super Theater, marking a milestone she describes as exciting, nerve wracking, joyful, and deeply personal. For Adams, this moment is more than a professional achievement. It is the fulfillment of a pr

There are certain roles that feel woven into the fabric of holiday tradition, and for Tony winner Michael Cerveris, taking on Ebenezer Scrooge means stepping into one of theater’s most recognizable figures. Yet in the new staging of A Christmas Carol at PAC NYC, Cerveris is discovering a version of Scrooge that goes beyond what audiences may expect. Cerveris shares that although the production honors the historical world Charles Dickens created, it also feels surprisingly cu

Kevin McHale stepped onto the stage at New World Stages for the official opening of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and, in true Glee fashion, he was immediately surrounded by musical theater energy. With several former castmates making theatrical debuts or returns at the same moment, the night felt like a reunion happening across the entire city. He could not help laughing at the timing. Lea Michele was opening Chess the same night, Alex Newell began starring in

The company of Chess on Broadway may be delivering one of musical theater’s most iconic scores eight times a week at the Imperial Theatre, but backstage, they are just as entertaining when it comes to which Chess piece they are! Nicholas Christopher set the tone immediately and crowned himself the king, answering with no hesitation. Hannah Cruz followed in equally decisive fashion, calling herself a bishop. Lea Michele leaned into royal energy with queen status while still e

In the newest episode of Broadway Time at Carmine’s, Tony and Olivier Award winner Jak Malone joins host Joel Crump for a lively conversation fueled by laughter, storytelling, and the signature oversized portions Carmine’s is known for. Malone, best known for his breakout performance in the international hit Operation Mincemeat, reflects on the whirlwind journey that took the show from an intimate 80-seat venue in London to a full-scale Broadway run. Malone has been with the

Before our interview even began, Joshua Henry greeted me with a dap that said everything about the energy of the night. It was more than a hello, it was a moment of brotherhood between two generations connected by love for Broadway and the stories that shape us. Henry shared that taking on Coalhouse Walker Jr. in Ragtime is both personal and deeply emotional. “That’s me as a 19-year-old listening to this score for the first time,” he said, recalling when he first heard Brian

Broadway sparkled a little brighter as illusionist Rob Lake celebrated the opening night of Rob Lake Magic , featuring some of the most beloved icons in entertainment history, The Muppets. “It’s a dream come true to be here on Broadway,” Lake shared. “It’s what I’ve always wanted since I was a kid, and to get to work with The Muppets is like a dream on top of a dream.” That sense of childlike wonder filled the theater as Lake, known worldwide for his large-scale illusions and