Broadway Theater

Megan Thee Stallion Brings Her Hot Girl Energy to Broadway

The Houston rapper is making history as the first female performer to play a key character in ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical.’
02/26/2026

Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe Sign On as Producers of ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’

The Tony and Emmy winners said the ballroom-inspired revival ‘astounded’ them and will begin previews March 18 at the Broadhurst.
02/26/2026

Kandi Burruss Returns to the Broadway Stage in ‘& Juliet’

The Grammy-winning songwriter and ‘RHOA’ star takes on the role of Angélique through March 2026 while continuing her work as a Tony-nominated Broadway producer.
12/11/2025

Yolanda Adams Stuns In Her Broadway Debut In Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’

The gospel icon stepped into the role of Miss Liza Jane on Nov. 21 and called the moment ‘a dream.’
11/24/2025

Ne-Yo Joins Alicia Keys’ Hit Musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ for His Broadway Debut

The Grammy-winning hitmaker steps into the role of Davis on December 4, bringing new heat to the New York–set musical crafted by the 17-time Grammy-winning superstar.
11/18/2025
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BET Talks
Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson has a candid conversation about intentionality in entrepreneurship, authenticity, maintaining mental health, her Broadway debut in a classic August Wilson play and more.
10/19/2025

Billy Porter Exits ‘Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club’ Due to Sepsis Illness

The Tony winner will step down from his role as the Emcee as doctors expect a full recovery, while the Broadway production prepares to close earlier than planned.
09/08/2025

Patti LuPone Apologizes for ‘Disrespectful’ Remarks About Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis

After Broadway backlash and an open letter signed by 500+ theater professionals, LuPone expresses regret over her New Yorker comments.
06/02/2025

Alicia Keys' ‘Hell's Kitchen’ Scores 13 Tony Nominations

Keys' musical tribute to her NYC upbringing ties for the most nominations at the 2024 Tony Awards. Alongside Keys, notable nominees include Leslie Odom, Jr., Amber Iman, and Brandon Victor Dixon.
04/30/2024

Grammy and NAACP Award Nominee Mykal Kilgore and Nathan Riley Tie the Knot in Romantic Orange County Wedding

The couple spoke to BET about their relationship and planning the surprise wedding in front of loved ones.
04/23/2024

Lynda Gravátt, Acclaimed Broadway and Television Actress, Dies at 76

The award-winning actress appeared in several productions on stages in New York and played a pivotal role in the Washington D.C., theater community.
02/28/2024