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Thursday, October 1, 2020

Tune In October 1 to ¡Viva Broadway! Hear Our Voices by Ruthie Fierberg

Directed and co-choreographed by Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo, the concert event features Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anthony Ramos and an In The Heights reunion, Gloria Estefan, Jaime Camil, J…

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Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Star Gabrielle Ruiz Reveals the Most Fulfilling Role of Her Career"It's Not What You Think by Ruthie Fierberg

Broadway and television star Ruiz unearths her theatrical roots as part of our Cadillac Lounge series.

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

How Robin De Jesús Defied Naysayers to Become a 3-Time Tony Nominee by Ruthie Fierberg

One the eve of the premiere of his star turn in Netflix's The Boys in the Band, the actor gets vulnerable sharing struggles and overcoming challenges on his road to success as part of the Ca…

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Monday, September 28, 2020

From Puerto Rico to Broadway, Luis Salgado Says He Would Have Never Made It Without These 3 People by Ruthie Fierberg

The original In The Heights and On Your Feet! cast member and Cirque du Soleil director and choreographer shares personal stories from his impressive career in the Cadillac Lounge series.

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Thursday, September 24, 2020

9-Time Grammy Winner Rubén Blades, 2-Time Grammy Winner Jon Secada, and Moulin Rouge! Star Ricky Rojas Headline Final Casting of ¡Viva Broadway! Hea by Ruthie Fierberg

See who else is joining the lineup for the can't-miss concert event, premiering on Playbill October 1.

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Thursday, September 17, 2020

Justina Machado and Gabrielle Ruiz Join ¡VIVA Broadway! Lineup by Ruthie Fierberg

The The Heights and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend alums, respectively, join the star-studded October 1 concert event. Here's how to watch.

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Monday, September 14, 2020

Max Clayton, Karla Garcia, and 30 More Broadway Performers Lead New Dance Short Film by Ruthie Fierberg

Choreographed by Banji Aborisade, SC7NARIO debuts September 19 for National Dance Day. Check out this exclusive sneak peek.

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Thursday, September 10, 2020

Antonio Banderas, Anthony Ramos, and Christopher Jackson Join Roster of Performers for ¡VIVA Broadway! Hear Our Voices by Ruthie Fierberg

Hosted by Andréa Burns, the concert special is packed with star-studded performances to mark milestones and contributions by the Latinx community to Broadway and theatre at large.

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Thursday, September 3, 2020

How to Create Equitable Spaces for the BIPOC Students in Your Theatre Program by Ruthie Fierberg

For predominantly white universities, here are some guidelines to help every artist reach their full potential.

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Monday, August 31, 2020

Nick Daly Wins Playbill's Search for a Star Contest by Ruthie Fierberg

The 19-year-old won singing from Jason Robert Brown's Songs for a New World.

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Sunday, August 30, 2020

Meet the 30 Semi-Finalists of Playbill's Search for a Star Contest by Ruthie Fierberg

Before we announce the Grand Prize winner out of our Top 10, meet 30 more gifted contestants.

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Thursday, August 27, 2020

Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Leguizamo, and Members of the Original Cast of In The Heights Headline ¡VIVA Broadway! Hear Our Voices Concert Special by Ruthie Fierberg

Hosted by Andréa Burns, the evening celebrates Latinx Heritage Month and stars Karen Olivo, Mandy Gonzalez, Jaime Camil, Gloria Estefan, and many more.

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Friday, August 21, 2020

Watch This Exclusive Clip From Dramarama, New Movie About High School Drama Kids by Ruthie Fierberg

The film is set to premiere at Outfest, starring So You Think You Can Dance alum Nico Greetham and The Prom's Anna Grace Barlow.

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Thursday, August 20, 2020

Vote Now to Crown the Next Musical Theatre Star! by Ruthie Fierberg

Announcing the Top 10 finalists in Playbill's Search for a Star competition.

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

What to Expect From New Play Finish the Fight, Streaming August 18 by Ruthie Fierberg

Playwright Ming Peiffer and director Whitney White talk about their process creating The New York Times special about the women of color who didn't make the history books the first time arou…

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Final Casting Announced for Playbill's Women in Theatre: A Centennial Celebration by Ruthie Fierberg

Ashley Park, Jacqueline B. Arnold, and Alysha Umphress join the ranks of the not-to-miss evening; plus the debut of a new song from the creators of SIX and sneak peeks at new musicals Jeanne…

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Bill Berloni Shares Backstage Secrets Behind 5 Iconic Animal Performances, From Annie to The Crucible by Ruthie Fierberg

The famed animal trainer reveals his tricks for Bruiser's barks in Legally Blonde, Sandy's trailing in Annie, and more.

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Jordan Fisher Talks Mastering Choreography and Chemistry in New Netflix Movie Work It by Ruthie Fierberg

The Dear Evan Hansen, Hamilton, and To All the Boys... star talks about his latest dance feature.

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Monday, August 10, 2020

Sara Bareilles, Brittney Johnson, Daphne Rubin-Vega, L Morgan Lee, and More Join Playbill's Women in Theatre: A Centennial Celebration by Ruthie Fierberg

The August 26 special marking Women's Equality Day and honoring 100 years of women in theatre will feature songs from Waitress, Fun Home, and Wicked, as well as Broadway-bound musicals Gun &…

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Saturday, August 8, 2020

Due to Overwhelming Submission, Playbill's Search for a Star Postpones Announcement of the Top 10 by Ruthie Fierberg

With over 2,500 self-tape auditions, the competition is tight.

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Wednesday, August 5, 2020

Harvey Fierstein's Bella Bella Comes to Audible by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award winner talks about his new release, why he knew he had to be the one to premiere the show, Jewish identity, and his unusual choice in dressing room decoration.

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Monday, August 3, 2020

Watch: Highlights From Week 3 of Playbill's Search for a Star Contest by Ruthie Fierberg

Take a look at the video auditions we're loving, and submit your own before August 5!

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Heidi Schreck and Rebecca Naomi Jones to Host Playbill's Women in Theatre: A Centennial Celebration Concert Special August 26 by Ruthie Fierberg

In honor of Women's Equality Day, Playbill honors game-changing female-identifying artists over the past 100 years through songs and personal stories.

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Broadway Advocacy Coalition Announces Inaugural Artivism Fellowship by Ruthie Fierberg

The initiative will be the beneficiary of Playbill's August Women in Theatre: A Centennial Celebration Special Event.

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

Sweet Magnolias Creator Sheryl Anderson on Working With Heather Headley and That Season 1 Finale Shocker by Ruthie Fierberg

The Netflix series serves up a romantic, cozy drama with a cast full of Broadway names.

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Michael Gutenplan Brings Live, Interactive Magic and Mind-Reading Show Direct to Your Home Tonight by Ruthie Fierberg

The mentalist offers a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience July 30 via the 92Y.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Robbie Fairchild Stars in New Short Film In This Life by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony nominee explores the fives stages of grief through dance and performance art.

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Monday, July 27, 2020

Watch Performers From Both Sides of the Atlantic Sing a Powerful Rendition of Ragtime's 'Make Them Hear You' by Ruthie Fierberg

The music video, featuring the likes of James T. Lane, Ako Mitchell, Cedric Neal, Clarke Peters, and Layton Williams, raises money for the StopWatch campaign.

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Watch: Highlights From Week 2 of Playbill's Search for a Star Contest by Ruthie Fierberg

The competition is heating up, but it's not too late to enter the race!

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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Tony Nominee Ethan Slater Releases New EP Life Is Weird by Ruthie Fierberg

Take an exclusive listen to the title track on the album, which benefits The National Bail Fund and Protect Native Elders.

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