“Stranger Things: The First Shadow” opened on April 22 after an incredibly popular run on the West End. The “Stranger Things” prequel was praised during its performances in London, winning two Olivier Awards in 2024, one for Best Entertainment or Comedy Play. Since coming to the Big Apple, the play has only garnered more critical acclaim, winning three Tony Awards last Sunday.
The champions of The Great White Way conquered last night with a brilliant march down Broadway.
Broadway’s biggest night truly lived up to its name in every capacity.
The 2024-2025 theater season’s stars shone on Sunday at the 69th Drama Desk Awards, hosted by Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess at NYU Skirball.
On May 8, this year’s Tony nominees attended the 78th Annual Tony Awards’ “Meet the Nominees” event. Nominees in attendance included Academy Award-winning George Clooney and comedian Cole Escola — both nominated for Best Actor in a Play, as well as Tony-winning Megan Hilty for her role in “Death Becomes Her” and “Stranger Things” star Sadie Sink for her performance in “John Proctor is the Villain.”
Boop! The Musical brings Max Fleischer’s iconic flapper, Betty Boop, to life through one spectacular number after another.
Over the years, New York City has undergone such radical transformation. Gentrification has left a lasting imprint on the natural fabric of the Big Apple and transplant culture has overtaken the spirit of the city. Nowadays, there’s a higher likelihood of coming across visitors and tourists in the streets of NYC than occupants who were front and center during the notorious 03’ Black Out or when street phones were a standard go-to. However, Alicia Keys’s popular musical “Hell’s Kitchen” reminds us of the good ole’ days.
It was Valentine’s Day, and my fabulous friend and I were in search of a golden show to cap off our evening. After dining at Pink Taco and taking in the breathtaking views from the top of the of Empire State Building, we agreed that nothing epitomized romance quite like Urinetown at New York City Center.
You may have spotted Schmackary’s in Only Murders in the Building Season 3 or frequented the spot for a treat in-between Broadway shows — but on Feb. 1, the iconic Hell’s Kitchen cookie shop headed downtown.
Monday, the Museum of Broadway hosted a cocktail hour and raised a glass to Black creatives in honor of their new temporary exhibit featuring Black storytellers.