The Broadway Ghost Lamp: History, Practicality, and Symbolism
When the final curtain falls, the applause fades, and the theater empties for the night, a single light remains behind—glowing steadily center stage. This lone bulb, perched atop a tall…
For Theater-Curious Dudes
Meet the MVPs of the stage. From rising stars to Broadway legends, this category spotlights the actors, singers, and dancers who bring the magic to life eight shows a week. Learn who’s who, what they’ve done, and why that jaw-dropping solo or perfectly timed punchline had the whole crowd on their feet. Think of it as your scouting report for theater’s top talent—no jazz hands required.
When the final curtain falls, the applause fades, and the theater empties for the night, a single light remains behind—glowing steadily center stage. This lone bulb, perched atop a tall…
Broadway May Shine in NYC, But Its Roots Are in Your Hometown When people think of theater, they picture the glittering lights of Times Square and the roaring applause of…
You’re probably here because Broadway, in one way or another, has connected with your soul. Very cool. We know how you feel. Maybe it was Hamilton. Maybe it was Wicked.…
In a city where every block seems steeped in theater history, Theater 555 has managed to carve out a distinctive identity while honoring the legacy of its past tenants. Nestled…
Dating apps are inherently theatrical. We’re all putting ourselves out there, front and center across online stages, curating the perfect story of our lives, uploading selfies and dropping clever one-liners,…
Punch, the Broadway play, is based on a 2022 memoir, Right From Wrong, by Jacob Dunne. The story, on its surface, is a tale of redemption, which triggered all sorts…
Truth bomb: Not every bad guy in a Broadway musical is pure evil. Sometimes, the so-called “villain” is just doing their job. Or protecting their family. Or, let’s be honest,…
“What does a swing do in Broadway shows?” Great question. Guys who didn’t grow up around theater people may go much of their lives without ever having heard the term…
If you think Broadway is all jazz hands and sequins, think again. Beneath the glitter and glamour, the Great White Way is packed with grit, guts, and stories that hit…
The fall of America has never felt this good. I, like millions of other Americans, have watched in horror as our democracy continues to be systematically torn apart by Donald…