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The past week has been eventful for Broadway as the curtain rises on several notable productions while the 2024-25 season progresses. As we near the Tony Awards, let’s take a moment to explore the latest highlights from the week ending April 25, 2025, featuring insights from new shows such as “John Proctor Is the Villain,” “Floyd Collins,” and many others!
As we anticipate the excitement of the Tony season, I had the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Ledisi, a Grammy-winning artist whose new album, “The Crown,” has just been released. You can catch our full conversation in this video.
The cast and creative minds behind “Redwood” participated in a panel discussion hosted by SAG-AFTRA, where they reflected on the show’s journey to Broadway. The event was moderated by Richard Ridge from BroadwayWorld.
“Real Women Have Curves” brings forth a vibrant and uplifting musical that resonates with audiences through its humor and heartfelt storytelling. Get an exclusive preview of photos and videos from the production here!
A new trailer for “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” at Signature Theatre has been released! The video features Sawyer Smith in the title role, alongside Vanessa (V) Sterling as Yitzhak.
This week marked the opening night of “Floyd Collins,” a revered musical created by Adam Guettel and Tina Landau, at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Watch this video for an inside look at the festivities of opening night with Jeremy and the talented cast!
The opening of “Real Women Have Curves: The Musical” highlighted a gathering of inspiring Latina women in support of the musical on April 22. View the photos and videos from this memorable occasion here!
Meanwhile, at the Booth Theatre, audiences are buzzing about “John Proctor Is the Villain,” a play by Kimberly Belflower that offers a fresh take on the themes of the iconic Arthur Miller work, “The Crucible.” Watch as the cast dives into their character explorations.
In an engaging conversation, I spoke with stars David Thaxton and Grace Hodgett Young who brought their talents from the West End to this new Broadway experience. Watch our discussion to hear about their transition into the Broadway community.
The off-Broadway hit “Dead Outlaw” made waves last spring, and now it’s heading to Broadway. This award-winning musical has captivated audiences, and leading stars Andrew Durand and Julia Knitel share their insights on what makes “Dead Outlaw” a must-see this season.
BroadwayWorld’s Richard Ridge takes viewers on a journey through “Once Upon a Mattress” in a discussion with cast member Michael Urie, who shares his thoughts on working with co-star Sutton Foster.
The world premiere of a new Broadway-bound musical called “Recency Girls” is currently unfolding at The Old Globe. Written by Jennifer Crittenden and Gabrielle Allan with music by Curtis Moore and Amanda Green, the production has already been extended through May 11. Don’t miss the sneak peek and full interview available here!
On April 21, the Lincoln Center Theater celebrated the Broadway debut of “FLOYD COLLINS,” created by Tina Landau and Adam Guettel. Check out the latest footage from the show featuring Jeremy Jordan.
Prepare for a dazzling showcase of talent as “Broadway Bares: Come Out Come Out” promises to mesmerize audiences with over 200 dancers in spectacular production numbers, featuring this year’s Oz-inspired theme. Learn more about this exciting event!
Michael Arden shares pivotal moments from his life and career in an intimate video detailing his Broadway Firsts. Discover the experiences that shaped his journey on stage!
In the rehearsal space at ART/New York, watch as choreographer Christopher Gattelli breaks down the steps for “Death Becomes Her,” assisted by dance captains Amy Quanbeck and Lakota Knuckle. See if you can keep up with the rhythm!
Lastly, don’t miss a heartfelt tribute by Aaron Tveit, who honors his friend and fellow performer, the late Gavin Creel, during an emotional moment captured in this video.
Real Women Have Curves
James Earl Jones Theater (Broadway)
“Real Women Have Curves” invites audiences into a humorous and uplifting narrative that unfolds in the summer of 1987. Amid the pressure of fulfilling a major order for 200 dresses, Ana Garcia navigates her aspirations, maternal expectations, and the collective struggles within her community, all while pursuing her dreams.
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