Actress Debra Messing leads "Birthday Candles" to Broadway

Star power never hurts on Broadway and for a show that's about to start previews, it took a TV favorite to get there.

• Mar 13, 2022

Industry leaders say Broadway is evolving after pandemic

When shows suddenly stopped and theaters closed, it was surreal for so many.

• Mar 11, 2022

Tony Awards to return to Radio City Music Hall on June 12

Streaming coverage on Paramount+ to begin at 7 p.m., followed by awards show on CBS2.

• Mar 9, 2022

Patti LuPone back on Broadway after being sidelined by COVID

At the curtain call for the show "Company" Tuesday, the two-time Tony Award-winner was showered with love from the audience, who stopped the show twice to applaud for the Broadway icon.

• Mar 9, 2022

Black Broadway conductors aim to help musicians of color break barriers

In 2022, the number of African Americans conducting on Broadway can be counted on one hand.

• Mar 6, 2022

Broadway's Cort Theatre to be renamed after James Earl Jones

In 1958, Jones played his first role at the Cort Theatre and went on to appear in 21 Broadway shows.

• Mar 2, 2022

Broadway-inspired hotel The Civilian dazzles on West 48th Street

It is a dream realized for David Rockwell, the famed architect and designer of interiors and stage sets.

• Mar 2, 2022

New Yorker Lucas Stratmann performs at Carnegie Hall as one of Vienna Philharmonic's youngest musicians

One of Europe's most prestigious orchestras returned to Carnegie Hall for the first time since the beginning of the COVID pandemic.

• Feb 27, 2022

Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick return to Broadway

The real-life married couple plays three different couples who check into the Plaza Hotel.

• Feb 26, 2022

Young New York violinist joins Vienna Philharmonic at Carnegie Hall

The Murray Hill native moved to Austria in September to train alongside 11 other young musicians.

• Feb 25, 2022

NAACP Image Awards nominee Alex Hibbert on the opportunity that led to his success

The 53rd NAACP Image Awards airs Saturday, Feb. 26 on BET, and one hometown hero is being recognized for his work acting in the Showtime series, "The Chi." Actor Alex Hibbert said his New York upbringing helps bring his character to life.

• Feb 25, 2022

Starring in off-Broadway opera 'Intimate Apparel' is a childhood dream come true for Justin Austin

"Intimate Apparel" runs through March 6 at Lincoln Center's Newhouse Theater.

• Feb 20, 2022

'Running A Show On Broadway Is A Challenge In The Best Of Circumstances': 'Girl From The North Country' Producer Discusses Decision To Close Acclaimed New Musical

Unlike many other Broadway shows, "Girl from the North Country" has not had to cancel a single performance since reopening in October, but box office revenue is down.

• Jan 13, 2022

2 Broadway Shows Announce Temporary Closure Plans As Attendance Drops Across Industry

According to the Broadway League, only 62% of tickets were sold for the week that ended on Sunday.

• Jan 12, 2022

Broadway To Require Masks And Proof Of Vaccination Through April

Children ages 5 to 11 will also have to show proof of full vaccination starting Jan. 29.

• Jan 10, 2022

'Jersey Boys' Still Going Strong All These Years Later, This Time Off-Broadway And Despite COVID-19

While many shows have had cancellations during this latest COVID-19 surge, Broadway is still open for business. Off-Broadway is back, too.

• Jan 3, 2022

More Closures On Broadway: 'The Music Man' Goes Dark Through End Of December; Star Hugh Jackman Tests Positive For COVID-19

"The Music Man" has canceled all performances through the end of the year due to COVID-19. It's one of many forced to close either temporarily or for good.

• Dec 28, 2021

2 More Broadway Shows Go Dark Because Of COVID Surge

Waitress" announced it's closing for good, effective immediately. It was supposed to run through Jan. 9. "Thoughts Of A Colored Man" has officially ended its run, too.

• Dec 24, 2021