Build it and they will Come…Then Wonder Why: ‘King Kong’
By Matthew Wexler Before the curtain rises on King Kong, audiences see an out-of-focus (at least the night I was in attendance)…
The Boys in the Other Band: ‘Gettin’ the Band Back Together’
Things didn’t augur well for my visit to Gettin’ the Band Back Together, the enjoyably emptyheaded, better-than-expected new Broadway musical at…
We’re Here, We’re Queer: Our Review of ‘Log Cabin’
(l to r) Cindy Cheung, Dolly Wells, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Phillip James Brannon in ‘Log Cabin.’ (Photo: Joan Marcus)…
Cumming to America
Actor/author/activist/entrepreneur Alan Cumming is taking his show, Legal Immigrant, on the road for the month of July, with performances in…
Here Are All of Last Night’s Tony Awards Winners
Hosted by Sara Bareilles and Josh Groban, this year’s Tony Awards proved to be not quite as sleepy as we…
‘The Boys in the Band’ on Broadway!
By Matthew Wexler There are times when theater is escapism. I don’t imagine that I’ll be casting spells any time soon…
Celebrate the Art of Fringe in Orlando, Florida
Theme park tourists don’t often take the time to experience Orlando itself, but from May 15-18, it’s the perfect opportunity…
Joe’s Pub Celebrates Pride with a Can’t-Miss Line-Up
Rainbow flags aplenty will be waving across New York City as Pride 2018 descends upon the city. While there are plenty of…
‘Mean Girls’ and ‘Spongebob’ Lead Tony Nominations
Nominations in 26 competitive categories for the Tony Awards were announced today by Tony and Grammy Award–winner, Leslie Odom, Jr. and Katharine McPhee.…
Greg Sarris — Novelist, Screenwriter, Professor, and Indian Chief
Greg Sarris is one of those rare larger than life characters that the most fortunate among us encounter once in…
Not So Pretty in Pink: ‘Mean Girls’
This ain’t no Rydell High School or Sweet Apple, Ohio. While Grease and Bye Bye Birdie put their stamps on 20th-century teenage angst with…
Review: ‘Angels in America’ Hits Broadway
There is theater. Then there is Angels in America. Tony Kushner’s seminal work, subtitled “A Gay Fantasia on National Themes,” premiered…
Relive Bette Midler’s 1971 Bathhouse Performances in New York City
The year was 1971. Bette Midler was on the verge of stardom, and Barry Manilow was still unknown (he accompanied…
Swingin’ the Dream: ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ in Central Park
By Samuel L. Leiter There’s no better place to see A Midsummer Night’s Dream than on a lovely summer night in Central…
Ultimate Broadway-Inspired NYC Itinerary: ‘Waitress’
In our new series, The Broadway Blog and ShowTickets.com have curated the ultimate New York City itinerary to complement your Broadway experience. Whether it’s…
Our Unlikely Gay Hero ‘The Babadook’ Returns to Theaters this Pride Season for Charity
When the storybook monster that scared its way to the top of the box office hit screens in 2014, no…
Iceandair’s Stopover Pass Highlights their Crews’ Talent
Icelandair is continuing to be a leader in air travel by announcing the Icelandair Stopover Pass, their newest service for…
Betty Buckley Hits a High Note with New Live Recording
If your familiarity with Betty Buckley only goes as far as M. Night Shyamalan’s recent Split, in which she played…
Bette Midler Smashes All Shubert Theater Records with ‘Hello, Dolly!’ Revival
Bette Midler’s return to the stage in her role in Hello, Dolly! has proven to be not only an exciting one for…
And the Tony Nominations Are…
Hmmm… It’s going to be an interesting Tony Awards on June 11! What do you think of this year’s nominations?…
‘Gay Monologue’ Series from Sherlock and Dr Who’s Mark Gatiss? Count Us In!
Sherlock’s co-creator Mark Gatiss’s latest project is extremely important for the survival of our collective gay history. A new project of…
‘Miss Saigon’ Makes its Triumphant Return to Broadway
Previews begin Wednesday, March 1 at 8 pm for Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical…
Theater Buff: Get to Know Big River’s Andrew Cristi
Every month, a fabulous actor/singer/dancer fills out The Broadway Blog Editor Matthew Wexler’s questionnaire and offers a glimpse of what he looks…
Two Nights Only! ‘Sherry Takes a Holiday,’ and We’re On Board
After sold-out shows at downtown’s The Red Room, performer Zachary Clause is bringing his all-new one “woman” comedy cabaret, Sherry Takes…
Bette Midler’s ‘Hello Dolly’ Broadway Return Breaks One-Day Sale Record
Theater-goers gave a big ‘Hello’ to Bette Midler whose planned Broadway return in Hello Dolly! broke box-office records. Ticket sales…
Watch a Transgender Boys Awe-Inspiring Speech to Pennsylvania School Board
“Ari, my amazing boy, stood before the school board and spoke up for transgender rights. His speech came mere weeks…
GayFest! Hits Philadelphia in August
by Mark Stallman Philadelphia dons its traditional rainbow colors in August with the sixth-annual GayFest! – a festival of LGBT…
Inside the World of Aya Aziz
Greek sages once philosophized that “to know thyself is the beginning of wisdom,” which may be true in terms of…
‘God, I Hope I Get It’: ‘A Chorus Line’ Turns 41
Long before there was the theatrical monstrosity otherwise known as Hamilton, A Chorus Line high-kicked its way onto Broadway after a similarly…
Theater Buff: CATS’ Ahmad Simmons
Name: Ahmad Simmons Home State: Texas CATS is a Broadway legacy — when and where did you first see the…