Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 19, 2025 and it’s time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! As the holiday season kicks into high gear, we’re bringing you another round of festive features, heartwarming interviews, dazzling photos, and the latest buzz from around the theatre world. Yesterday, Kandi Burruss took us behind the scenes of her Broadway debut in & Juliet and shared the tunes that keep her in the holiday spirit, while Hamish Linklater revealed his own seasonal traditions from rehearsals at Audible Theater. Streaming fans can check out what’s new this month with our Broadway Streaming Guide, including the new Percy Jackson series, an all-new Knives Out mystery, and more!
Don’t miss must-see video highlights like Katharine McPhee channeling vaudeville glamour in The Artist, a magical new look at Frozen at Paper Mill Playhouse, and Broadway icons Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin reminiscing on The View. Plus, look back at starry evenings with photos from The Bridges of Madison County: In Concert, the 24 Hour Plays Gala, and a holiday concert with The Randy Andys.
We’ve got you covered on industry news—from hiring announcements (come join the team!) to the San Francisco Giants’ surprising acquisition of the Curran Theatre, and free treats like the WICKED: FOR GOOD screenplay available online. Whether you’re looking for reviews (When We Are Married, Top Hat), insider interviews, or a new game to play (try BroadwayWorld’s Games Center), you’ll find something to brighten your day.
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Twelve Days of Christmas: Kandi Burruss The Stephen Sondheim Theatre stage is getting kandi koated this holiday season. The singer, songwriter, producer, and television icon Kandi Burruss just joined the Broadway cast of & Juliet. Kandi took a break from rehearsals to tell us about the music that puts her in the holiday spirit.
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 Twelve Days of Christmas: Hamish Linklater Coming up next at Audible Theater is the world premiere of The Disappear, a new comedy written and directed by BAFTA Award nominee Erica Schmidt. One of its stars is stage and screen veteran Hamish Linklater, who during a break from rehearsals, shared how he gets into the holiday spirit every season.
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 by Chloe Rabinowitz MCC Theater presented The Bridges of Madison County: In Concert, an Original Broadway Cast Reunion to benefit MCC Theater. See photos here!. (more…) |
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 by Chloe Rabinowitz THE 24 HOUR PLAYS presented The 24 Hour Plays 25th Annual Gala, which was held at The Space at Irondale. This annual flagship event featured stars rehearsing and performing new plays in 24 hours. See photos!. (more…) |
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Photos: Inside the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors with Laura Osnes, Kelsey Grammer, & More
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda Moderates PERCY JACKSON Event at The Paley Museum
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We’re Hiring! BroadwayWorld Is Seeking Full-Time Video Content Lead
by Nicole Rosky
If you’re a New York City-based theater lover with experience in video production, BroadwayWorld wants you on our team. We’re on the hunt for Broadway-savvy videographers/video content creators to help us cover a wide variety of theatrical events in New York City, including Broadway openings, concerts, press previews, red carpets, and more.. (more…)
The San Francisco Giants Acquire the Curran Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The San Francisco Giants organization has acquired the historic Curran from Shorenstein Hays in a private transaction.. (more…)
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/18/2025; Jobs In Development, Production, and More
This Week’s New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/18/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.. (more…)
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Kennedy Center Board Votes to Rename Venue To ‘Trump-Kennedy Center’
by Joshua Wright
The board overseeing Washington’s John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts voted on Thursday to rename the venue the Trump-Kennedy Center, according to the White House.. (more…)
WICKED: FOR GOOD Screenplay Now Available for Free Online
by Josh Sharpe
Wicked: For Good fans can now read the official screenplay for the blockbuster film, now playing in theaters. The screenplay offers insights into material that was omitted from the final cut of the film. Find out how to read it now.. (more…)
We’re Hiring! BroadwayWorld Is Seeking Full-Time Video Content Lead
by Nicole Rosky
If you’re a New York City-based theater lover with experience in video production, BroadwayWorld wants you on our team. We’re on the hunt for Broadway-savvy videographers/video content creators to help us cover a wide variety of theatrical events in New York City, including Broadway openings, concerts, press previews, red carpets, and more.. (more…)
DO I HEAR A WALTZ? Off-Broadway Run Cancelled After Rights Revoked
by Stephi Wild
The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company has announced that their rights to the musical Do I Have a Waltz? have been revoked and the company will no longer be presenting the production.. (more…)
Listen: Carol Kane and Mother Joy Kane Discuss CAROL & JOY Documentary
by Stephi Wild
In an episode of the podcast All Of It with Alison Stewart, on WNYC, Carol and Joy Kane discuss their lives together, along with director Nathan Silver, who directed the documentary ‘Carol & Joy.’ Listen here!. (more…)
Tracy-Ann Oberman Will Lead Reimagined Version of Noël Coward’s PRESENT LAUGHTER
by Stephi Wild
Theatre Royal Bath Productions and Augusta Productions will present a new production of Present Laughter, Noël Coward’s portrayal of the temptations and pitfalls of theatrical celebrity.. (more…)
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