Broadway

No Tinseltown Effect on Tony Award Nominations

Though Broadway had a starry year, the Tinseltown Effect was not in evidence this year; stars such as Al Pacino, Jessica Chastain, Scarlett Johansson, Alec Baldwin, and Bette Midler tread the boards, but Tony nominators bypassed their performances.

'Kinky Boots,' 'Matilda' Lead 2013 Tony Award Nominations

New musicals "Kinky Boots" and "Matilda" the musical are neck and neck with Tony Award nominations with 13 and 12 nods respectively.

Backstage Predicts the 2013 Tony Awards Acting Nominees

We'll have to wait for Tuesday's nominations announcement for the official nominees, but in the meantime here are our predictions for the acting nominees!

Vanessa Williams Returns to Broadway in ‘Trip to Bountiful’

The hard-working actor is as dedicated to craft as she is gorgeous—and has plenty of practical advice for aspiring actors.

The History of Broadway's Gypsy Robe

A treasured Broadway tradition, the Gypsy Robe connects casts and ensembles offstage.

Vanessa Williams on the Cover of Backstage!

"The Trip to Bountiful" star Vanessa Williams graces our cover this week. Look out for the story online and on newsstands on Thursday. Below, the actor shares some great advice for aspiring stars!

2013 Drama League Awards Nominees Announced

Actors Patina Miller and Michael Urie announced the nominees for the 79th Annual Drama League Awards on Tuesday morning in a ceremony at Sardi's Restaurant.

‘Pippin’ Leads Outer Critics Circle Nominations

The Diane Paulus-directed revival earned 11 OCC nominations this morning, while “Kinky Boots” and “Chaplin” trailed with 9 and 8, respectively.

Bobby Cannavale Comes Full Circle With Broadway’s ‘The Big Knife’

Cannavale takes the stage in Roundabout Theatre Company’s revival of Clifford Odets’ “The Big Knife” as Charlie Castle, a role he’s been waiting 15 years to play.

Which Regional Musicals Might Be Coming To Broadway?

Some of the buzziest musicals this year, such as “Honeymoon in Vegas,” “Sense & Sensibility The Musical,” “Fly by Night,” and “Zorro,” aren’t on Broadway. Yet!