Welcome to BroadwayCon!Once you arrive at the New Yorker Hotel, head to the lobby mezzanine level (Level 2) with a printed copy of your ticket. We will scan your ticket and exchange it for a convention badge. This badge must be worn at all times. Your first time entering the Manhattan Center, you will need to show proof of vaccination, your photo ID, and your BroadwayCon badge.BroadwayCon 2022 Health & Safety PolicyThe health and s...

We're here to help!If you've lost something important, have a question you need answered, or require accommodations for a disability, stop by the customer service desk and a member of BroadwayCon staff will be happy to help you.

Hey, big spender! And budget shoppers, of course. There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace. Spend some time perusing unique Broadway and theatre merchandise, purchase tickets to your new favorite show, register for acting and theatre camps, and so much more!Marketplace Hours:Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Curated by Situation, co-creators of BroadwayCon Industry Day, this panel will be a conversation with three leading players redefining influence, creating space for new voices, and building deep connections with audiences, old and new. In a world where critics, influencers, and Twitter communities can all be primary sources of theatrical truth, how will our industry evolve as the balance of influential power between criticism and community tips toward the many instead of the few?

On the one year anniversary of the longest shutdown in Broadway history, a multigenerational group of Broadway ensemble members come together to dance, reflect on the year that was, and discuss what the world's largest stage can learn from this Intermission to come back for a stronger and more equitable Act 2. This behind-the-scenes look features cast members from the biggest hits on Broadway in an up-close and honest way, examining their love of performing and how they can be the change t...

Extra! Extra! In honor of the 10th anniversary of Disney's iconic Broadway show Newsies, the Fansies Meetup has been reprinted! Seize the day once again and encounter more stories and songs from fans of the inspirational and beloved show, with new added elements to enhance the experience. Keep on carrying the banner!

Stage managers are at the center of the production process. As we navigate through COVID-19, safety, health, and racial justice concerns, the stage manager is on the forefront of all these issues. Learn from the stage managers on the front lines how production processes are evolving and how stage managers are able to have a positive impact on our entire industry.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDAttending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. While workshops are included in the cost of a ticket, these sessions are in high demand and space is limited, therefore only those who have received an acceptance from the BroadwayCon Workshops Team will be granted admission. You can submit an application via BroadwayCon.com/workshops until June 22, 2022 at 11:59 PM East...

Broadway is magical, and these authors have taken that magic from stage to page! Join moderator Kathleen Spinelli as a “who’s who” of Broadway Children’s authors share their passion and journeys! Schele Williams (Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History), Andy Mientus (Backstagers, Fraternity), Alex Boniello (Spring Awakening, Dear Evan Hansen) and April Lavalle (A Case of the Zaps). What’s not to love?

Following the 10:00am screening of the new documentary Ensemble, which explores Broadway's reopening, team members from the production will discuss the experience of making the film during such a volatile time in the theatre world and take audience questions.

Bloodsuckers haunt Broadway! The melodramatic monsters have been reinterpreted throughout the eons, but one artistic medium resists compulsion—the American Musical. From Der Vampyr to Dance of the Vampires, every attempt has gone up in flames under the bright lights of Broadway. Come crack open the crypt to learn the history behind Possessed, Carmilla, Tanz der Vampire,

Go behind the scenes at Wicked to learn how the show is green both on and off stage! The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) presents this conversation with Susan Sampliner (Wicked Company Manager, co-Chair of the BGA) and Molly Braverman (Wicked Stage Manager, Director of the BGA), moderated by BGA Assistant Director Dillon Yruegas. Wicked is a leader in the sustainable theatre movement, and this conversation will cover greener practices implemented at the Broadway c...

Throughout her history-making career as a lawyer, advocate, and public servant, Hillary Rodham Clinton has become an enduring cultural figure, particularly for women looking to see themselves represented in the halls of power. She’s also developed a strong relationship with and passion for the Broadway community, from her time as First Lady to her service as United States Senator for New York, which informs many of her projects to...

Finally, for us half-bloods, the wait is over! The cast and creative of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical have joined the creator, Rob Rokicki, and Broadway Records for the ultimate breakdown of how the show started, the musical process, and its journey to fandom, Broadway, and beyond! 

What’s more fun than a game of Jackbox? How about a live session with some of your favorite Broadway people! Andrew Barth Feldman, Will Roland, Shereen Pimentel, Isabelle McCalla, Alex Boinello, and Heath Saunders compete in a variety of Jackbox challenges to crown the BroadwayCon Jackbox Champion!

The replica model of producing shows (i.e., restaging the same production in multiple locations, sometimes simultaneously) has become the dominant approach in musical theatre over the last 40 years. What are the pros and cons of this method? When did it begin and why? What does this model mean for the future of the art form?

At BroadwayCon First Look, we'll be treated to an exclusive showcase of performances from the newest and most talked-about shows of the season. It's where Denée Benton played Natasha for the very first time. It's where we first heard Jenn Colella sing "Me and the Sky" and it's where the queens of Six brought the house down before their first Broadway preview. Where we met the cast of The Prom and where Anaïs Mitchell herself sang songs from Hadestown. You won't want to...

19 years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione saved the Wizarding World, they’re back on a most extraordinary new adventure – this time, joined by a brave new generation that has only just arrived at the legendary Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Prepare for spectacular spells, a mind-blowing race through time, and an epic battle to stop mysterious forces, all while the future hangs in the balance.

Music Directors on Broadway are in charge of all of the musical elements that go into building and maintaining a show, including collaborating with the composers, arrangers, orchestrators, and copyists, guiding the musical performances from the actors and pit musicians, and conducting and/or playing the show every night! Join us for a panel discussion with these four star music directors, representing Maestra

Audio description is a narration service that provides descriptions of sets, costumes, body language and visual jokes with blind or low-vision patrons via headsets. With more than 7.7 million blind or visually impaired people in America and that number expected to more than double by 2050 due to the aging baby boomer population, audio descriptive services are more necessary than ever. This session will answ...

Winner of the Tony Award® for Best Musical, Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize–winning, blisteringly funny masterwork exposes the heart and soul of a young artist grappling with desires, identity, and instincts he both loves and loathes. Hell-bent on breaking free of his own self-perception, Usher wrestles with the thoughts in his head, brought to life on stage by a hilarious, straight-shooting ensemble. Bold and heartfelt in its truth-telling, A Strange Loop is the big, Black, and...

It’s showtime, folks! The ghost-with-the-most makes his Broadway return in this edgy and irreverent musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film. Beetlejuice tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a...

In this special live podcast recording, our host, Elysa Gardner, will explore the life and legacy of Bob Fosse with members of the Broadway-bound revival of his 1978 musical Dancin’, along with teachers from the Verdon Fosse Legacy. Come celebrate the life of Bob Fosse with Wayne Cilento, Ashley Blair Fitzgerald, Manuel Herrera, Dana Moore, Khori Petinaud, and Valarie Pettiford, in the year that would have marked his 95th birthday.

Have you ever stood in the wings and felt those butterflies start to flutter? Do your thoughts start to race before a special performance? If so, this is the program for you! We will be talking about the experience of stage fright/performance anxiety, breaking it down, and then finishing it off with some tips, tricks, and helpful hints that you can use for any performance!

Imagine Lesli Margherita and Sierra Boggess going head to head to name that tune, Kerry Butler trying to show off her drawing skills during Pictionary, the entire audience chanting an attendee's name, and even a marriage proposal. The BroadwayCon Game Show gets even wackier each year. You don't want to miss it.

"Isn't it fun? Isn't it? Nowadays!" In the years that Chicago has been running at the Ambassador Theatre, it has delighted audiences and inspired countless future theatre professionals with its clever music, striking costumes, and iconic choreography. Now, join current cast and creatives from this long-running Broadway revival for a celebration of the production's 25th anniversary! Panelists will discuss their journeys with Chicago and delve into what it means to them to be part of this da...

Sandwiched between her father, legendary melodist Richard Rodgers, and her son, Tony Award winner Adam Guettel, Mary was the prodigiously talented composer behind the endlessly revivable Once Upon a Mattress. She was “a woman who tried everything” – including a trial marriage with Stephen Sondheim. (It didn’t take.) In the last years of Mary's life, New York Times chief theatre critic Jesse Green became one of her final collaborators; they met for countless hours of conv...

Have the best day ever singing along to the SpongeBob Broadway cast album with your Bikini Bottom BFFs! Everyone is welcome, from sea sponges to starfish, and even squirrels.

Since the first Broadway production to hire an intimacy director opened in 2019, IDs (sometimes called "intimacy coordinators") have become indispensable members of the creative team. As the field rapidly expands, what's next in intimacy direction? How are IDs pushing their profession forward? And how can people interested in the position get involved?

The stars of Broadway's Mrs. Doubtfire, Tony nominee Rob McClure, Brad Oscar, and Analise Scarpaci, will reunite for this special live recording of The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales to reminisce about bringing the beloved '90s family classic to the stage and how the making of the original cast recording allows the show to live on beyond the stage.Broadway Podcast Network is the premier digital storytelling destination for everyone, anywhere, who loves theatre and th...

Welcome to BroadwayCon!Once you arrive at the New Yorker Hotel, head to the lobby mezzanine level (Level 2) with a printed copy of your ticket. We will scan your ticket and exchange it for a convention badge. This badge must be worn at all times. Your first time entering the Manhattan Center, you will need to show proof of vaccination, your photo ID, and your BroadwayCon badge.BroadwayCon 2022 Health & Safety PolicyThe health and s...

We're here to help!If you've lost something important, have a question you need answered, or require accommodations for a disability, stop by the customer service desk and a member of BroadwayCon staff will be happy to help you.

Hey, big spender! And budget shoppers, of course. There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace. Spend some time perusing unique Broadway and theatre merchandise, purchase tickets to your new favorite show, register for acting and theatre camps, and so much more!Marketplace Hours:Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Join the Queens and Ladies in Waiting of SIX The Musical on Broadway as they chat with Charlie Cooper, host and producer at Rolling Stone, to spill the royal tea on the SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album. Come ready with your own questions for a Queendom Q&A!

With the murder of George Floyd the country has had an awakening that Black lives matter and that has also been felt on Broadway. With this awakening non-profit organizations have begun to look after the rights of Blacks on Broadway on many levels. These organizations: Black Theatre United (BTU), Broadway Advocacy Coalition (BAC), Black Theatre Coalition (BTC), and Black Theatre Network (BTN) are there to m...

When a script calls for stage combat, theatre makers turn to fight directors and choreographers to keep the performers safe while making the scene in question appear as authentic as possible. But how does this work fit into the larger project of moving the plot along, defining characters, and illuminating important themes? Members of the Society of American Fight Directors will reveal how they help tell compelling stories on stage.

The origin story of most theatre lovers begins with a Broadway show, but few fans know how the Great White Way was born. Join NYC theatre-maker Ralph Lewis for an illustrated talk and virtual tour of this cultural treasure's creation, told with diabolical anecdotes and over 100 images of NYC’s earliest theaters – the important sites, the managers, the playwrights, and the actors who made history on its stag...

Thespians unite! Over 204 million students have been inducted into the International Thespian Society since it was founded in 1929. Among the Thespians across the nation are our future Broadway professionals. Featuring current working Broadway professionals that are Thespian alumni, this panel will focus on the importance of the Thespian Society and how it has shaped the lives of alumni as well as the future of Broadway.

Put on your mouse ears and get ready to enjoy your favorite Broadway stars chatting about all things Disney Parks! Join host David Alpert as he and his Broadway pals share their favorite stories from the happiest places on Earth.Broadway Podcast Network is the premier digital storytelling destination for everyone, anywhere, who loves theatre and the performing arts. To listen to their podcasts, visit bpn.fm.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREDAttending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. While workshops are included in the cost of a ticket, these sessions are in high demand and space is limited, therefore only those who have received an acceptance from the BroadwayCon Workshops Team will be granted admission. You can submit an application via BroadwayCon.com/workshops until June 22, 2022 at 11:59 PM East...

Taking Up Space on Broadway: Sit down with the company of POTUS to discuss the power of a women-driven, ensemble comedy on Broadway. Warning: laughs may occur.

Though they seldom get the same recognition as the performers they cover, understudies, standbys, and others who jump in when a principal is out are a vital part of any Broadway production. This panel will feature current and former cast members from the Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award-winning Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen who all started their journeys with the show as covers before later taking on lead roles full-time. Our panelists will share what it takes to be pre...

What do a man-eating plant, a bear who loves honey, and a banjo-playing frog have in common? They come to life on stage using the power of puppetry, immersive theatre, and storytelling! In this fun session, learn more about the role that puppetry plays on Broadway and how you can get involved. Bringing your own puppet is encouraged!

WELCOME! WELCOME! WELCOME! We invite you to the Beetlejuice Singalong Fan Meetup, which will be hosted (for the second year) by fellow fans cosplaying some of your favorite characters! This year, your hosts have a lot in store, including games, singing, and all-around fun connected to Beetlejuice. See you there!

It's our 6th annual talent competition! Share in the excitement of our 11 finalists as they compete for the crown.

Don't miss an Alternate Massive that will go down in herstory! Join the four Alternates of SIX The Musical on Broadway as they talk making their Broadway debuts in SIX, what it's like covering multiple Queens, and stepping into the royal spotlight at a moment's notice.

Join us to explore the career trajectories and successes of several young women who have achieved standout careers on Broadway in their respective fields. One common theme? They all had to pave a road not yet created for them in order to succeed. 

Do you like Halloween? Do you like musicals? This is the meetup for you! From Beetlejuice to Jekyll and Hyde, we are discussing all things monstrous in musical theatre. Meet some of your fellow fright fans and play for the first place prize in the trivia game!

Journalism is often seen as stuffy and exclusive, but the truth is that anyone can be a journalist; all it takes is talent, dedication, and a keen eye for narrative. Join journalist John Vitti (Boston Globe), playwright, actor, and host Grace Aki (Tell me on a Sunday, Broadway Radio), and Emily Ballou as they explore the world of theatre journalism.

Jesse McAnally is a musical theatre expert; Andrew DeWolf knows nothing about the musical theatre world. Experience the hilarity that ensues as fresh eyes analyze musicals old and new. YOU, the live audience, will be our guest!Broadway Podcast Network is the premier digital storytelling destination for everyone, anywhere, who loves theatre and the performing arts. To listen to their podcasts, visit bpn.fm.

Come visit the royals for an exclusive look behind the scenes with sneak-peek performances, footage from the US tour, and an in-depth audience Q&A. Cast: Tony®-nominee Susan Egan (original Belle in Beauty and the Beast on Broadway, Meg in Hercules), Broadway.com® Audience Award-nominee Isabelle McCalla (Princess Jasmine in Aladdin, The Prom), Disney Channel star Anneliese van der Pol (Belle in Beauty and the Beast and Chelsea Daniels on That’s So R...

This panel will include actor Esau Pritchett and playwright Keenan Scott II, members of the dynamic team of this historical, groundbreaking production. Come and learn about this that portrays Black men in a positive light and as multi-dimensional. The cast will talk about their roles and the playwright will share his inspiration, the director sharing his vision.

Join author and cultural historian Caseen Gaines in celebrating the centennial of 1921's Shuffle Along, the groundbreaking, all-Black musical comedy that forever changed the face of the Great White Way. This presentation will shine a special spotlight on the lives and careers of Noble Sissle, Eubie Blake, Flournoy Miller, Aubrey Lyles, and several of the other artists who made the production sparkle ...

While the shutdown of Broadway in New York made the international press, the pandemic also brought to a halt dozens of touring Broadway shows, impacting performances in the over 200 cities where Broadway tours play each year. Jacob Persily is back for a fourth year at BroadwayCon with the stories of what happened on the road in March of 2020, during the shutdown, and during the re-launch of touring Broadway...

How does a Broadway musical come to be? Most productions go through a long series of workshops, rehearsals, out-of-town tryouts, and (increasingly) off-Broadway runs, before making their way to New York's biggest theatres. Join representatives of of several organizations that are part of that incubation process to discuss what's new, what's coming next, and what it means to them to support the development of new work.

Host Joe Rosko shares inspiring stories of how actors navigate the peaks and valleys of a career in “the business” and finally ended up on a Broadway stage. Join him for a special live episode with actor Timothy Hughes (Hadestown, Frozen).Broadway Podcast Network is the premier digital storytelling destination for everyone, anywhere, who loves theatre and the performing arts. To listen to their podcasts, visit bpn.fm.

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Paul Gemignani is one of the titans of the modern musical theatre industry. Serving as musical director for more than 40 Broadway productions since 1971, his collaborations with Stephen Sondheim, Andrew Lloyd Webber, John Kander, Fred Ebb, Hal Prince, Michael Bennett, and Alan Menken have led to countless accolades for his collaborators, but due to the near invisible position of the musical director in the Broadway industry, his story is often overlooked. Enter Margaret Hall, musical theat...

On average, only 80% of Broadway shows are considered financial successes, and while the hits are typically studied and analyzed to death, what ever happens to the shows that aren't as lucky? Join Brendon Henderson (host of the critically acclaimed Wait in the Wings YouTube channel) as he takes you on a chaotic journey through Broadway's most infamous flops such as Carrie, Rebecca, and Spid...

There is a fine line between featuring an artist and turning them into a prop. In this panel, playwrights of the AAPI diaspora will show and tell how they “write their way out of” the dearth of projects featuring AAPI leads as people, not objects or stereotypes.

We've come a long way since 2016, when Krysta Rodriguez took this entire timeslot and gave us a one-of-a-kind solo act. But still, you never know what you'll see at the annual BroadwayCon Cabaret...

It’s time to dive into the exciting world of Disney on Broadway! Become a part of the show as you experience an exclusive and interactive Disney Broadway Workshop led by our expert Teaching Artists. Learn songs and choreography from Aladdin and The Lion King as you explore the three elements of musical theater: singing, acting, and dancing! Great for all experience levels.Please note that this program is in a different location than BroadwayCon's other workshop...

When thinking of theatre, what comes to mind may be commercial Broadway, community theatre, or a touring production. Regardless of their differences, these are interpreted as “theatre” because they involve acting, artistry, individual interpretation, and collaboration. These practices are commonplace for cosplayers, whose work may be considered theatre if not for the fact that cosplay is largely accessible, often done online and at conventions. Check out this panel featuring cosplayers and...

Join The Broadway Dietitian for this powerhouse training. Leave with a toolkit backed by science and filled with body positivity; this is not a crash course in dieting! As artists, we need to set ourselves up for success by learning how to plan out and consume foods that will fuel our creative endeavors. Grant yourself permission to eat and celebrate your unique body with this interactive seminar.

Ever thought that pivoting and doing something other than theatre would be scary? It doesn’t have to be. In fact, a performing arts background can have a huge, positive impact on your personal and professional success. In this session, panelists will share ways a person can pivot to into a non-performing arts career while still keeping the theatre alive in their hearts and minds. Come learn about how you can use your theatrical background to your advantage, even in industries far removed f...

Join the brightest stars on Broadway to play a few games and share a lot of laughs with host Bryan Plofsky, co-host Nikisha Williams, and game master Kimberly Schmidt. With hilarious regular segments like “What Have You Seen This Week" and original games created by Kimberly, Broadwaysted is filled to the brim with laughs, unique insight into the NYC theatre scene, and chaotic fun with your favorite Broadway stars.Broadway Podcast Network is the premier digital storytelling de...

Welcome to BroadwayCon!Once you arrive at the New Yorker Hotel, head to the lobby mezzanine level (Level 2) with a printed copy of your ticket. We will scan your ticket and exchange it for a convention badge. This badge must be worn at all times. Your first time entering the Manhattan Center, you will need to show proof of vaccination, your photo ID, and your BroadwayCon badge.BroadwayCon 2022 Health & Safety PolicyThe health and s...

We're here to help!If you've lost something important, have a question you need answered, or require accommodations for a disability, stop by the customer service desk and a member of BroadwayCon staff will be happy to help you.

Hey, big spender! And budget shoppers, of course. There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace. Spend some time perusing unique Broadway and theatre merchandise, purchase tickets to your new favorite show, register for acting and theatre camps, and so much more!Marketplace Hours:Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

The Broadway Cast is a weekly talk show hosted by vet performer, BroadwayCon's very own, Ben Cameron, who brings your favorite Broadway personalities together for a hysterical, fun, informative, inspiring roundtable conversation. The Broadway Cast also gives a voice to theatre fans like they’ve never had before. Via call-ins, fans get to share their own stories and dialogue directly with their Broadway idols. Here at BroadwayCon, Ben will chat with the people who've kept New ...

History is written by the victors. Like in history, so much of theatre has been penned by white, cis-gender, able-bodied men. What happens when we take back the narrative? Join Psychologist Dr. Alisa Hurwitz as she leads a conversation with a variety of theatre artists to discuss their experiences with reclaiming the narrative through creating, acting and writing, how this has impacted their sense of self a...

Do you love Broadway and virtual theatre content? Then this is the place for you! Join our panel of popular musical theatre creators for fun, games, and a Q&A about how the virtual theatre community has been extremely beneficial to the presenters’ journeys as artists! Tiktok (especially during this past year) has been a HUGE creative outlet for artists all around the world. BroadwayCon is the perfect pl...

Body diversity has been a hot button topic in the theatre community. While there has been an uptick in body diverse casting, educational spaces and the industry at large are still unsafe and restrictive to those who do not fit the supposed mold of a “Broadway body.” Panelists will discuss establishing equity for performers of marginalized body types, as well as ridding our industry of diet culture and body shaming for all. 

Getting paid for your art is important. More and more artists are finding ways to grow their theatrical passions and turn them into lucrative experiences. How? Through multi-hyphenating! You don't have to pick one way to be a working theatre professional. You can do anything you want to and make a living off of it. How do some of your favorite movers and shakers create their own work opportunities? How do t...

Two years on The New York Times Best Seller List. A smash hit on the West End. Now, the universal story of heart and home arrives on Broadway. One of the best-loved and most highly acclaimed novels of our time arrives this July to make your spirit soar. This deeply personal and profoundly moving play — a tale of brothers, heartache and homeland — speaks to audiences from a place we can all relate to. A place of family, longing and belonging. Wherever you’re from, The Kite Runner

Developed by Hamilton cast members and staff, Ham4Progress promotes social justice, encourages meaningful action, and creates a platform to support organizations. The mission of Ham4Progress is to promote education, civic engagement, racial justice, and gender equity. Through Hamilton, we seek to inspire our community, our fans, and ourselves to action. The Ham4Progress Task Force will be at BroadwayCon to discuss how the initiative has helped them become social justice leade...

Join the Dramatists Guild and National Queer Theater in conversation with L Morgan Lee (A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl), Roger Q. Mason (Lavender Men, The White Dress), and the 2021/22 New Visions Fellowship: Ayla Xuan Chi Sullivan, Nick Hadikwa Mwaluko, Catching On Thieves, and Storm Thomas. This conversation will dream of "Broadway-to-come;" the possibilities for an American theatre that is more inclusive to the stories of trans, gender non-conforming, and qu...

Please join us if you love the art of cosplay! If you want to start or learn more about the craft, this is the place. We’re discussing everything from building costumes to performance.

We're rounding out the weekend with an epic lip sync battle. Witness these groups of BroadwayCon fans compete in the fine art of lip-syncing. Which songs will they choose? Will they add choreography? Who will advance to the final round? Come and find out!Applications for this year's Lip Sync Battle have closed and finalists have been notified.

Join the stars from the Off-Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins and Broadway historian Margaret Hall as they discuss the legacy of the show, the process of developing a revival, and their role in the history of this historical piece.

Broadway directors have big responsibilities: leading all artistic aspects of their productions and ensuring that every member of the cast, crew, and creative team work together towards a cohesive whole. How does an early career director prepare to take on that role, especially when their work will be seen on some of the world's most high profile stages? Join directors at various stages of their careers as ...

In the opening number of A Chorus Line, the ensemblists auditioning infamously hope and harriedly sing: “God, I hope I get it. I hope I get it. How many people does he need? How many boys? How many girls?” The answer varies vastly depending upon the show’s era of composition, the dramatic function of its ensemble, and the size of its budget and cast, but one fact is undeniable: Broadway ensembles have shrunk significantly over the course of the industry’s history. The ensemble is as...

Join us for an in-depth chat about the now and the future of Broadway from Gen Z's POV! This panel explores what young professionals of the theatre world are up to both on and off the stage. What is this generation defining as the key ways of making shows happen, succeed, and stay relevant in 2022? If you are interested in what the next generation of Broadway tastemakers are u...

As a showbiz kid, host Eli Tokash knows what it’s like to balance childhood normalcy and the demands of starring on Broadway, television, and film. Kids in the industry have to juggle multiple jobs, auditions, and performances on top of their schooling every single day. Join Eli as he chats with other actors who grew up on the stage.Broadway Podcast Network is the premier digital storytelling destination for everyone, anywhere, who loves theatre and the performing arts. To listen to...

Album is the new virtuosic song-collection from notorious New York City musical theatre punks Joe Iconis & Family, featuring 44 songs all written by Iconis himself. Album hurtles through a cocktail of musical genres as its Rogue’s Gallery of misfit children, reckless adults, and various assorted creatures sing their stories of love, hope, murder, resilience, and connection. Sprawling in its scope and intimate in its subject matter, the songs are a showcase of Iconis’s singular a...

Broadway may be flashy, but theatre is much more than 41 locations. Join renowned actor Fredi Walker-Browne (RENT, Search Party), Colleen Cook (Executive Director of the Holmdel Theatre Company), Jessica Damrow Sherman (Director of Marketing at Two River Theater), John Lampe (Artistic Director of ANDTheatre Company), and Hannah Walker as they discuss the power of regional theatre.

Ever wonder what it takes to satirize the world of theatre? Your best friends at The Broadway Beat, satirical Broadway news for real Broadway newsies, have the answers! Join the creators of the site as they discuss its inception and growth over the past three years; what makes a Broadway Beat piece a Broadway Beat piece; and larger projects such as their digital series Spotlight On and their popular live sh...

David W. Connolly is currently the only amputee to have performed on Broadway, a statistic he's anxious to change. He will be joined by other disabled advocates from the performing arts community to identify actionable steps toward improving disabled representation on stage and off. The wave of inclusive change is stronger now than ever; how do we educate and empower the industry to realize the benefits of ...

Guess what the fans in our survey said as our onstage guests and attendees engage in an epic feud!

This panel will be an in-depth conversation about how rock and roll has become an integral part of the Broadway canon. Presented by the creators and producers of the annual ROCKERS ON BROADWAY charity concert series. Presenters will include both cast and band members from some of our favorite rock musicals including: The Who's Tommy, Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Rock Of Ages, H...

Disney and theatre fans of all ages will have a blast at our magical meetup. There will be singalongs, trivia, video stories from cast members, and more!

Come on down to the fourth annual Playbill trading event! Want to turn your extra Playbill into one from a favorite show you've never seen? This is the place! The facilitators will provide a Playbill to get you started, but you’re encouraged to bring your own as well. Happy trading!

We've called Patti LuPone, Idina Menzel, Audra McDonald, Sara Bareilles...the list goes on and on! We'll call our fanciest friends and see what they're up to in the hour before curtain during the annual BroadwayCon Blizzard Party Line.

Ever wonder who is behind some of your favorite photos and videos in the Broadway industry? How did these artists get their big break? What are the stories behind some of the most iconic images in the theatre world? This popular panel is full of laughs, inspiration, and insight into how you too can begin to document incredible moments in the theatre. 

The world of NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, is one of great promise and great discovery. NFTs are in many ways the Wild West of the crypto world, presenting opportunity alongside exploration and risk. Join experts in this field as they explore the innovative world of NFTs and Broadway.

This will be an hour of the funniest, saddest, and just plain wildest goings-on backstage and on stage! Broadway veterans tell their stories, from the ridiculous to the sublime. 

For BroadwayCon 2022, we’ve reimagined our autograph and photograph experiences! This year, instead of a lottery system, autograph and photograph experiences will be available for a small fee. Select special guests and casts will be participating in autograph and photograph experiences and all tickets will include a donation to a charitable organization that supports the theatre community.Visit

For BroadwayCon 2022, we’ve reimagined our autograph and photograph experiences! This year, instead of a lottery system, autograph and photograph experiences will be available for a small fee. Select special guests and casts will be participating in autograph and photograph experiences and all tickets will include a donation to a charitable organization that supports the theatre community.Visit