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Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has announced key additions to its leadership team: Director of Development Sarah Cardillo, Senior Development Officer Brian Marshall, Senior Partnerships Officer Cydney Regus and Senior Content Manager Francesca Toscano.

Broadway’s official game night, Broadway Bets, brought together industry insiders, stars and fans on May 19, 2025, for an evening of cards, camaraderie and record-breaking fundraising, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

A bevy of Broadway’s brightest stars - from icons Jennifer Holliday and Andrea Martin to show-stopping newcomers Tom Francis and Jasmine Amy Rogers - lit up the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on April 28, 2025, at the inaugural Broadway Dream Roles. Get a first look at highlights from the event!

The National Tour of WICKED has reached an extraordinary milestone, raising more than $7 million for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. This remarkable fundraising achievement was made possible by past and current WICKED tour company members.

A bevy of Broadway’s brightest stars - from icons Jennifer Holliday and Andrea Martin to show-stopping newcomers Tom Francis and Jasmine Amy Rogers - lit up the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on April 28, 2025, at the inaugural Broadway Dream Roles. The lineup brought to life the characters they’ve always longed to play through spectacular performances and heartfelt storytelling. Check out photos of the show.

The Laurie Beechman Theatre just celebrated its reopening at the Renaissance Gala. Special guests included: Ariana DeBose, Andrea McArdle, Chip Zien, Matt Doyle, and more. Check out photos here!

Tom D’Angora and Michael D'Angora held the official Renaissance Gala last night on Monday April 14th, marking the reopening of one of New York City’s most beloved cabaret venues, The Laurie Beechman Theatre.

The Laurie Beechman Theatre celebrated its reopening last night, April 14, at the Renaissance Gala. Check out video clips from the evening and learn more here! 

Broadway Cares supporters ran and walked in the third NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K & 10K in support of Broadway Cares. Learn more about the event and the money raised.

Broadway Cares' #RedBuckets will make their return tonight (Friday, March 14, 2025), carried by cast members and volunteers at Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring productions across the country.

Broadway Cares  has awarded a record $2,912,500 to 148 food pantries, meal delivery services and congregate meal programs nationwide. Learn more about the grants.

More than 150 sizzling dancers will light up the stage with world-class choreography and spectacular striptease when Broadway Bares returns in June 2025. Learn more about the event!

Broadway Cares has awarded $500,000 in emergency grants to help Los Angeles-area residents and first responders as they continue to battle the barrage of wildfires devastating the region. Learn more.

The company of the Broadway musical A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will lead a special ongoing effort to support those affected by the horrific incident that took place in New Orleans, LA. Learn more.

It was a room full of love last night, at New York City’s Edison Ballroom, where decades worth of Broadway royalty, Industry professionals and multiple award winners came to honor the legacy of Tom Viola, as he prepares to retire at the end of this year from his 36 year run as Executive Director of BROADWAY CARES / EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS.

All of us here at BroadwayWorld wanted to pay tribute to Tom, and to our strong partnership, by taking a look back with this photo gallery below. 

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 32nd Annual Festivity, Five Golden Rings, inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and reflecting the incredibly strong bonds and resilience of the Broadway community. The dinner and show were a benefit supporting Broadway Cares. Check out photos from the show.

On Monday evening, Broadway had its holiday season kick-off at Sony Hall with Drew & Dane’s 32nd Annual Festivity, Five Golden Rings, inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and reflecting the incredibly strong bonds and resilience of the Broadway community. See photos of the show.

See photos from inside the Gingold Theatrical Group 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. The evening honored Broadway composing team Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing.

Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, announced his retirement, and we look at the closure of New York's iconic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre. Additionally, NYC's HERE Arts Center names four new co-directors, and the beloved Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returns this September.