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Exclusive! See How The Phantom of the Opera Set Comes to Life
It takes a lot of behind-the-scenes work to create theatrical magic. Playbill was invited to document the crew setting the stage for the long-running hit. → Read More
Broadway Genie Materializes in Disney's Tangled TV Series
James Monroe Iglehart will be heard in the animated series. → Read More
See Natalie Morales and Al Roker Make a Surprise Cameo in Aladdin
“The Today Show” Co-Anchors Natalie Morales and Al Roker made cameo appearances in Disney’s Aladdin March 3. → Read More
See the Large-Scale, Warehouse-Set NYC Revival of West Side Story in Rehearsal
Morgan Hernandez and Skylar Astin head a cast that features theatre professionals, high school students and a chorus of 200. → Read More
From Mabel to Momma Rose! Celebrating the Stage Work of Birthday Gal Bernadette Peters
We look back at some of the Tony-winning actress' greatest roles! → Read More
First Pics From The Robber Bridegroom, Starring Steven Pasquale!
We offer a first look at Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Alfred Uhry and Robert Waldman's The Robber Bridegroom. → Read More
Hamilton Designer Paul Tazewell Shares Sketches and Inspirations
Learn how the revolutionaries got their signature looks! → Read More
Must See! Benjamin Walker and Co. Bring Back the 80s With Killer Sneak Peek at American Psycho
Take a thrilling first look at the new musical American Psycho, which offered a sneak peek for the media Feb. 18! Based on the novel by Bret Easton Ellis, it will begin performances at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre March 24 prior to an official opening April 20. → Read More
We Offer a Photographic Look Back at the Numerous Presidents to Be Portrayed Onstage!
While there is a long history of our commanders-in-chief appreciating the limelight and sometimes even treading the boards themselves, a number have actually been portrayed onstage. In honor of Presidents' Day, we take a look at some of the more prominent performances. → Read More
Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo and Co. Celebrate New Color Purple Album With Exclusive Listening Party
Take a look at Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Danielle Brooks and the cast The Color Purple revival celebrating the release of their new cast album. Everyone came together for a special listening party Feb. 11 at The W Hotel Times Square. → Read More
Pics! As Lupita Nyong’o Readies for Broadway, the Cast of Eclipsed Greets the Press
The cast of Eclipsed featuring Lupita Nyong’o greeted the press Feb 11. The Broadway engagement is set to begin performances at the Golden Theatre Feb. 23, with an official opening scheduled for March 6. → Read More
As Audra McDonald Prepares For Her Latest Show, We Look Back at the Six-Time Tony Winner's Most Thrilling Roles
Six-time Tony Award-winning actress Audra McDonald is headed back to Broadway soon, as she is in rehearsals for this season's Shuffle Along, Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed. Playbill.com takes a look back at her accomplished career. Welcome back, Audra! → Read More
Pics! See Broadway's New Fiddler on the Roof Head Into the Recording Studio
The 50th Broadway staging of the classic American musical Fiddler on the Roof, starring Danny Burstein as Tevye, headed into the recording studio Feb. 8 to lay down tracks for a cast album scheduled for a March release. See the company in action! → Read More
From Morning Yoga to Stage Door Selfies, Spend a Two-Show Day With The Color Purple's Kyle Scatliffe
Spend a day with Kyle Scatliffe, currently starring as Harpo in the acclaimed Broadway revival of The Color Purple. He shares his morning routines and invites us backstage to meet the talented guys and gals who make theatrical magic happen eight nights a week at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre! → Read More
Broadway Makeover! See New Marquees For Waitress, Shuffle Along, Bright Star and More
It may still be winter, but Broadway is gearing up for a much-anticipated spring season! As a slew of shows prepare to take their first bow, the theatre exteriors have received an extreme makeover in the form of some exciting new marquees. → Read More
It's Coming! See the Killer Marquee Go Up at American Psycho
On Feb. 4 the marquee for the new musical American Psycho officially went up! Based on the novel by Bret Easton Ellis, it will begin performances at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre March 24 prior to an official opening April 20. → Read More
From Steel Pier to Twentieth Century; The Greatest Stage Moments of Kristin Chenoweth
Playbill.com has compiled some favorite photos featuring the stage and screen star. She returns to the New York concert stage on Feb. 8, as part of the lineup for Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs with Friends. → Read More
Spend a Day With Joey Taranto at Cleveland Play House's New Little Shop of Horrors!
Joey Taranto, seen on Broadway in Kinky Boots and Rock of Ages, is playing Orin in Cleveland Play House's new production of Little Shop of Horrors. He shared a recent two-show day! → Read More
Celebrating the 95th Birthday of the Great Carol Channing!
Iconic musical theatre legend Carol Channing turns 95 on Jan. 31! We offer a brief photo retrospective. Happiest of birthdays, Ms. Channing! → Read More
Celebrating His 88th Birthday, a Photo Journal of Harold Prince's Greatest Broadway Work!
Tony Award-winning director-producer Harold Prince celebrates his 88th birthday Jan. 30. In celebration, we've compiled a photographic look back at his vast list of stage accomplishments! → Read More