N.Y. theater

6 Perks of Being a Broadway Dance Captain

Associate choreographer and dance captain of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School of Rock” shares why you definitely want a job like his!

Danai Gurira, ‘She Loves Me’ Among 2016 Drama Desk Nominees

A total of 64 shows in the 2015–16 season earned nominations from the Drama Desk, honoring the best of both Broadway and Off-Broadway.

Theatre World Awards Honor 12 NYC Stage Debuts

Twelve actors were recognized for their sensational New York theater debuts today, including Cynthia Erivo, Ben Whishaw, and Sarah Charles Lewis.

Get Cast in the NYC Premiere of a New Play and 2 More Gigs!

From New York City’s robust theater scene to Chicago’s, there are opportunities for all actors on Backstage. Find your next audition here!

1 Reason ‘Waitress’ Star Kimiko Glenn Likes to Play Nerdy

Known to most as Brook Soso on “Orange Is the New Black,” actor Kimiko Glenn makes a rousing Broadway debut in “Waitress” as Dawn, the adorably geeky coworker and cheerleader for Jessie Mueller’s Jenna.

‘Bright Star’s’ 2 Leads on Advice for New Actors

Carmen Cusack and Paul Alexander Nolan, stars of the hit Broadway musical from Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, have excellent audition pointers for theater actors just starting out.

Great Audition Songs for Contraltos

If you have the natural ability to hit those rich, low notes, you’re a lucky alto! Here are eight great audition songs to fit your beautiful voice!

4 Broadway Legends Join Carpool Karaoke

James Corden invited four friends from the hottest shows in New York City to join him for a rousing segment of Carpool Karaoke.

Now Casting: ‘Something Rotten!’ and Other Great Gigs!

Now’s your chance to star as one of the lead roles in “Something Rotten!” or travel to Bulgaria for a feature film—all expenses covered! Apply now!

4 Rules to Ensure a Long Career

For Broadway vet Jimmy Smagula (soon to be seen in the J.D. Salinger biopic “Rebel in the Rye”), career longevity all comes down to these four concepts.