The Broadway League

Happy first preview, “Elf”! Tony Award nominee Grey Henson stars in this musical revival of a hilarious and heartwarming tale. Raised by elves at the North Pole, Buddy’s enormous size and limited toy-making abilities make him realize he may not quite fit in. When he discovers he is actually human, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, and in turn, helps the Big Apple and the people he meets rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. ”Elf” - Marquis Theatre Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin Music by?Matthew Sklar Lyrics by?Chad Beguelin Directed by Philip William McKinley Choreographed by Liam Steel Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eD8gcVB7

After a four-year hiatus, the?Commercial Theater Institute?– in partnership with?The Broadway League?and?TDF?– returns this week with its Three-Day Intensive. Building upon four decades of commercial theater producing education, CTI provides critical foundational literacy about the business of commercial theater producing. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekk7WNcW

Join us in celebrating #NationalNativeAmericanHeritageMonth with a special reflection from Tony Award nominee Sky Lakota-Lynch, who is currently on Broadway in “The Outsiders.” “My culture has shaped my creative process by trying to break the old Hollywood image of what Native Americans look like and can be. I carry my tribe and my grandparents in my heart with everything I do.” Happy National Native American Heritage Month! ? #BelongingonBroadway ??: Jenny Anderson

The Broadway League?and?The Coalition of Broadway Unions and Guilds gathered at Sardi's for Broadway Salutes! This ceremony honors and celebrates Broadway industry professionals who have worked on Broadway for the past 25, 35, and 50+ years. More than 6,400 industry members have been honored since Broadway Salutes began. Major thanks to this year’s host Laura Benanti and to Norm Lewis for a special performance of “Home” from “The Wiz.” Congratulations to this year’s honorees! ??: Michael Hull Photo

Happy first preview, “Swept Away”! ???When a violent storm sinks their whaling ship off the coast of New Bedford, Mass., the four survivors face a reckoning: how far will they go to stay alive? And can they live with the consequences? With music and lyrics from The Avett Brothers, “Swept Away” is an electrifying, soul-stirring new musical exploring how facing tragedy can open the door to forgiveness…if only we’ll let it. ”Swept Away” - Longacre Theatre Music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers Book by John Logan Directed by Michael Mayer Choreographed by David Neumann Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e4KWNR6x

Happy first preview, “Death Becomes Her”! ???Madeline Ashton is the most beautiful actress ever to grace the stage and screen. Helen Sharp is the long-suffering author who lives in her shadow. They have?always?been the best of frenemies... until Madeline steals Helen’s fiancé away. As Helen plots revenge and Madeline clings to her rapidly fading star, their world is suddenly turned upside down by Viola Van Horn, a mysterious woman with a secret that’s to die for. This new musical comedy about the best of frenemies stars nominees Megan Hilty, Christopher Sieber, Jennifer Simard and Michelle Williams. ”Death Becomes Her” - Lunt-Fontanne Theatre Based on the 1992 Universal Pictures film Book by Marco Pennette Music and lyrics by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey Directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dUFyCuhU

Happy first preview, “Tammy Faye”! ???It's the 1970s, and for the very first time, satellites are bringing cable television into American homes. As families gather in their living rooms, young preacher Jim Bakker and his wife Tammy Faye hit the airwaves to build a nationwide congregation and put the fun back in faith. ”Tammy Faye” shines a sparkling light on the generous, loving, often lonely soul behind the illustrious lashes. Starring Christian Borle, Katie Brayben, and Michael Cerveris with a joyful score by Elton John. ”Tammy Faye” - Palace Theatre Music by Elton John Lyrics by Jake Shears Book by James Graham Directed by Rupert Goold Choreographed by Lynne Page Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ebs4DSfH

Happy first preview, “A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical”! ???This new musical tells the story of Louis Armstrong’s blazing musical career from the perspective of his four wives, who each had a unique impact on his life. Starring James Monroe Iglehart, “A Wonderful World” features beloved songs recorded and made popular by Armstrong, including favorites like “What a Wonderful World” and “When You’re Smiling.” ”A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical” - Studio 54 Book by Aurin Squire Co-Conceived by Christopher Renshaw and Andrew Delaplaine Directed by Christopher Renshaw Co-Directed by Christina Sajous and James Monroe Iglehart Choreography and Musical Staging by Rickey Tripp Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eaB9CNPw

Happy first preview, "Maybe Happy Ending"! ???Darren Criss and Helen J Shen star in this new musical about the small things that make any life worth living. Inside a one-room apartment in the heart of Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life listening to jazz records and caring for his favorite plant. When his fellow Helperbot neighbor Claire asks to borrow his charger, what starts as an awkward encounter leads to a unique friendship, a surprising adventure, and maybe even…love. ”Maybe Happy Ending” - Belasco Theatre Music by?Will Aronson Lyrics by?Hue Park Book by Will Aronson and Hue Park Directed by Michael Arden Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e3Y4sisK

Meet George Strus, Founding Artistic Director of Breaking the Binary Theatre, 2024 Prince Fellow, and Fellow Member of the Broadway League. “Both in my career and personal life, I have spent much time wondering how my journey might have looked different had I seen authentic and intentional trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) representation in the Broadway and theatre space earlier on. I founded Breaking the Binary Theatre, a development and community building hub for TNB2S+ theatremakers, in hopes to set the next generation of TNB2S+ artists up for success by showcasing some of the endless possibilities this industry can provide for them, even if the industry has neglected to consider them in these roles historically. My hope, both with BTB and as a League Fellow, is to work to create clearer pathways for TNB2S+ artists on and off Broadway from as early in a project's lifespan as possible, making us more proactive and less reactive in the ways in which we welcome the abundant, dynamic, and dazzling TNB2S+ community into our spaces." #MeetTheLeague