AUDRA MCDONALD

McDonald Receives Sarah Siddons Society Award

Five-time Tony Award-winning Broadway royalty Audra McDonald was feted on Monday night in Chicago when she was honored by the Sarah Siddons Society and presented with their 2013 award. (more...)

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for June 19th, 2013

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'The Jungle Book' opens, Audra and Sondheim visit, Stephe... (more...)

The Tony Awards Telecast Now on iTunes, Amazon and Blackberry World

Broadway fans can own the 2013 Tony Awards Telecast, through iTunes and Amazon.com. Starting now, fans can purchase and watch this year's exciting telecast on their computer, tablet, phone and other d... (more...)

Photo Flash: CST Celebrates the 'Spirit of Shakespeare' with Stephen Sondheim, Audra McDonald & More!

Last night, Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) hosted its Gala 2013 at its home on Navy Pier, presenting the third annual Spirit of Shakespeare Awards to Civic Honoree, former Mayor Richard M. Daley an... (more...)

2G: SIXTEEN GOING ON SEVENTEEN Set for Joe's Pub, 6/24

Victor Maog, Artistic Director of Second Generation (2g), a theatre company that puts Asian-American stories on the world stage, announced today that over 30 multi-ethnic artists will be featured in 2... (more...)

POLL: What Was Your Favorite Part of the 2013 Tony Awards?

New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - What was your favorite part of the 2013 Tony Awards? (more...)

Photo Coverage: Tony's Red Carpet Special- The Best Hair, Makeup & Bling- Part 1!

All of Broadway's biggest stars were on hand at the 67th Annual Antoinette Perry Awards for Excellence in Theatre on Sunday night to celebrate the best of this theatre season! BroadwayWorld was there ... (more...)

Photo Coverage: Inside UNBROKEN CIRCLE's Transfer Party!

Seth Rudetsky and Mary J. Davis present the official Off-Broadway premiere of Unbroken Circle written by James Wesley, with original direction by Jason St. Little. Unbroken Circle began performances o... (more...)

AUDIO: Lin-Manuel Miranda on Being a Freestyle MC- the Full Public Forum Podcast!

Lin-Manuel Miranda recently took part in a Public Forum Podcast titled Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Mind of a Freestyle MC. Click below to check out the full conversation! (more...)

Photo Coverage: McDonald, Cumming, And More At MADE IN NY Awards

For the eight time, Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment Commissioner Katherine Oliver hosted the annual "Made in NY" Awards, which recognize individuals and organizat... (more...)

Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares Tony Awards Dummy Lyrics

Tony Award-winning IN THE HEIGHTS composer/lyricist/star and Tony Awards specialty material master Lin-Manuel Miranda has taken to Twitter to share some dummy lyrics he wrote for rehearsal use in Sund... (more...)

Audra McDonald, Alan Cumming and More Honored with 2013 MADE IN NY Awards; KINKY BOOTS Performs

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Mayor's Office of Media & Entertainment Commissioner Katherine Oliver today presented the eighth annual 'Made in NY' Awards, honoring individuals and organizations that ... (more...)

Lyric Watch: Neil Patrick Harris and Audra McDonald Close the Tonys

The casts of KINKY BOOTS, PIPPIN, MATILDA and many more shows and entertainers joined host Neil Patrick Harris on last night's broadcast of the 67th Annual Tony Awards on CBS. Below, we bring you the ... (more...)

Stephen Wallem Replaces Alexander Gemignani in SHREK at the MUNY

The Muny announced two principal casting changes for the 2013 season. Stephen Wallem will play the title role in Shrek, and Dee Hoty will play the Reverend Mother Mary Regina in Nunsense Muny Style! (more...)

Joanna Gleason to Kick Off Provincetown's Broadway Series, 6/28-29

Joanna Gleason won the Tony Award for her leading role of the Baker's Wife in Into The Woods, by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine. She launches this season's Broadway @ The Art House season in Provin... (more...)

Photo Flash: Highlights from the 67th ANNUAL TONY AWARDS

The casts of KINKY BOOTS, PIPPIN, MATILDA and many more shows and entertainers joined host Neil Patrick Harris on last night's broadcast of the 67th Annual Tony Awards on CBS. Below, check out highlig... (more...)

VIDEO: Audra McDonald, Neil Patrick Harris Close the TONY AWARDS

Below, check out the closing number from the 67th Annual TONY AWARDS on CBS, featuring host Neil Patrick Harris and five-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald with their parody of 'Empire State of Min... (more...)

Photo Coverage: 2013 Tony Awards Red Carpet Part-3!

The fashion and excitement of the Tony red carpet continues! The 67th Annual Tony Awards, presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing and hosted by Neil Patrick Harris (more...)

SOUND OFF: 2013 Tony Awards - Ladies Lead The Way

The divas took all the top prizes at the 2013 Tony Awards, from Cyndi Lauper and Billy Porter (as Lola) of KINKY BOOTS through to Best Directors Diane Paulus and Pam McKinnon to Cicely Tyson, Patina M... (more...)

Kinky Boots arrasa en los Tony 2013

El espectaculo con musica y letras de Cindy Lauper y libreto de Harvey Fierstein se ha llevado seis premios Tony incluyendo Mejor Musical, Mejor Partitura, Mejor Coreografia y Mejor Actor Principal pa... (more...)

Andrew Lloyd Webber 'Devastated' to Be Unable to Attend Tony Awards Due to Health

Andrew Lloyd Webber today shared that he will not be able to attend tonight's Tony Awards in New York due to continuing struggles with his health. (more...)

Mayor Michael Bloomberg to Receive Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the Honorable Mayor Michael Bloomberg has been recognized with a 2013 Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre. (more...)

MOTOWN, PIPPIN, KINKY BOOTS Among Musical Performances Set for 67th ANNUAL TONY AWARDS

An unforgettable night of entertainment will be featured on THE 67TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDSÒ, live from Radio City Music Hall, Sunday, June 9 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/ delayed PT) on the CBS Television Net... (more...)

2013 Tony Performances Announced Including Nominated Musicals; Special Appearances by Casts of Long Running Hits & More

An unforgettable night of entertainment will be featured on THE 67THANNUAL TONY AWARDSÒ, live from Radio City Music Hall, Sunday, June 9 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/ delayed PT) on the CBS Television Netw... (more...)

Megan Hilty, Cyndi Lauper & More Join Presenters for 67th ANNUAL TONY AWARDS

A roster of Hollywood's brightest stars will appear on THE 67TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDSÒ, live from Radio City Music Hall, Sunday, June 9 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. (more...)