Playlist

Celebrate July 4th With Playbill's Patriotic Playlist

By Playbill Staff | July 3, 2024

From Hamilton to Hello, Dolly!, we've got the perfect soundtrack for theatre fans' Independence Day festivities.
Playbill's Official 2024 Tony Awards Playlist is Here!

By Margaret Hall | June 14, 2024

Featuring a variety of songs from the shows nominated for Best Score, this playlist is sure to put you in a celebratory mood.
The Spooky Playlist for Your Ultimate Halloween Celebration

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | October 26, 2022

Listen to theatre’s most spellbinding songs from Rocky Horror Show, Little Shop of Horrors, and more.
Playbill Playlist: 2021 Thanksgiving Edition

By Playbill Staff | November 24, 2021

Whether cooking the big meal in the kitchen or needing some post-dinner musical stylings, this playlist hits the spot.
Playbill Playlist: Summer’s Here Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | July 2, 2019

In honor of the holiday weekend, this week’s Playbill Mixtape is your soundtrack for a rockin’ beach day and barbecue.
15 Covers of Classic Gypsy Songs You Need to Know

By Felicia Fitzpatrick | May 25, 2019

Every theatre fan has their favorite Gypsy cast album, but do you know these covers of Gypsy songs?
Playbill Playlist: 2019 Musical Tony Nominees Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg | May 2, 2019

Celebrate Tony-nominated Best Musicals like Hadestown and Ain’t Too Proud, as well as their nominated performers with this week’s Spotify playlist.
Playbill Mixtape: Valentine’s Day Refresh Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg | February 14, 2019

With new songs from musicals like The Prom and the new recording of Songs for a New World, tune in to these Broadway love songs.
Playbill Mixtape: Holiday Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | December 20, 2018

Have yourself a merry little holiday season as Broadway stars sing your soundtrack to winter.
Playbill Mixtape: Writers You Should Know Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | August 2, 2018

Learn the names of these songwriters—outside of Broadway.
Playbill Mixtape: Pool Party Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | July 19, 2018

From the snappy beats of the Wicked “Popular” cover you need to hear, to Little Mermaid vibes, don’t settle on your flamingo float without this Spotify playlist.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 2010s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | June 28, 2018

The final decade of your musical theatre album education with songs from award winners like Lin-Manuel Miranda and Anaïs Mitchell.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 2000s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | April 19, 2018

You might think you know the early aughts, but do you really know all of these milestone musicals?
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1990s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | February 1, 2018

From Ahrens and Flaherty to the dawn of Disney musicals onstage to cult classic like Hedwig and Bat Boy, these are the need-to-know tunes from the final decade of the 20th Century.
Playbill Mixtape: Kick Off The New Year

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | January 4, 2018

With songs from SpongeBob The Musical, Legally Blonde, and more, consider this the soundtrack to live your best life and take on 2020 with optimism.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1980s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | November 9, 2017

The must-know soundtrack from the decade of blockbuster hits like Cats, Phantom of the Opera, and Sunday in the Park With George.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1970s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | October 12, 2017

The ultimate playlist for any fan of Broadway musicals of the “me decade.”
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1960s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | September 28, 2017

From Hello, Dolly! to Camelot, from Joseph... to Hair, these 37 songs will blast you back to Broadway of the ’60s.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1950s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | September 14, 2017

The 25 tracks from 1950s musicals every theatre fan must know.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, 1940s Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | August 31, 2017

This week’s playlist features 23 must-know songs from musicals of the 1940s.
Playbill Mixtape: Musical Theatre 101, The 1930s

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | August 17, 2017

This week’s soundtrack features 19 tunes from musical theatre history every Broadway fan must know.
Playbill Mixtape: Rock Musical Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | July 20, 2017

Ramp up the volume to this playlist of anthems from Broadway’s iconic rock musicals.
Playbill Mixtape: Summer Jazz Edition

By Ruthie Fierberg, Felicia Fitzpatrick | July 6, 2017

In the summer heat, there’s nothing like theatre’s jazz tunes to cool you off.
What Are You Dancing To? This On the Town Star Shares His Top 10

By Michael Gioia | July 16, 2015

Clyde Alves, who plays Ozzie, one of the three toe-tapping sailors in Broadway's On the Town, shares 10 of his favorite songs to dance to as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: 9 Acoustic Songs Cristin Milioti Can't Live Without, From Sia to Fiona Apple and Lauryn Hill

By Michael Gioia | July 2, 2015

Cristin Milioti, who starred in the intimate Tony Award-winning musical Once, will return to Joe's Pub July 12-13. In anticipation of her return, she shares her favorite acoustic songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Newsies and Wicked Actor Picks 6 Essential Summer Pop Songs

By Michael Gioia | June 4, 2015

Daniel Quadrino, a former Newsie who can currently be seen on Broadway in Wicked, will return to 54 Below June 8. He shares his favorite pop songs essential for the summer as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: 12 Iconic Judy Garland Performances, From "Over The Rainbow" to "The Man That Got Away"

By Michael Gioia | May 28, 2015

The fifth annual Night Of A Thousand Judys, presented by The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre, will be held June 1. In anticipation of the evening, the cast picks their favorite performances by Judy Garland as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: The Elton John Songs That Make Us Cry and "Feel The Love Tonight"

By Michael Gioia | May 21, 2015

54 Sings Elton John, an evening celebrating the work of singer-songwriter Elton John, will be held May 26 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the evening, members of the cast pick Elton John favorites as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: 10 Songs About Drunken Mistakes and Regrets That Will Leave You Thirsty!

By Michael Gioia | May 14, 2015

Nightlife powerhouse Tori Scott will return to Joe's Pub with her latest show Thirsty!, an evening of poor life choices and stories of her late-night misadventures, featuring songs made famous by Judy Garland, Beyoncé, Elton John, Amy Winehouse, Bette Midler and beyond. She picks songs about drunken mistakes as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: John Turturro, Robert Cuccioli, Santino Fontana and Zorba! Cast Pick Kander & Ebb Favorites

By Michael Gioia | May 7, 2015

The City Center Encores! production of the classic Kander and Ebb musical Zorba! plays the famed Manhattan venue through May 10. Members of the cast pick their favorite Kander and Ebb songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Robin De Jesus, Taylor Louderman and More Picks Songs In Which #TheStruggleIsReal

By Michael Gioia | April 30, 2015

Tony Award nominee Robin De Jesus will explore why learning, growing up, turning 30 and "becoming a better person sucks" in #TheStruggleIsReal at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, he and his collaborators pick songs in which the struggle is real as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Adrienne Warren, Stephanie D'Abruzzo and More Name Musical Theatre Songs That Make Them "LOL"

By Michael Gioia | April 23, 2015

Bolin Schmolin, featuring the songs of comic musical theatre writer Eli Bolin will be held May 1 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast pick theatre songs that make them laugh out loud as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Constantine Maroulis, Mary Testa and Rachel Bay Jones Rock Out to Beatles Favorites

By Michael Gioia | April 16, 2015

54 Sings The Beatles will be held April 21 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast pick their favorite Beatles songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Teal Wicks, Katie Rose Clarke, Julia Murney Pick Harold Arlen Songs, Including "Over the Rainbow"

By Michael Gioia | April 9, 2015

Teal Wicks, currently on Broadway in Finding Neverland, will invite her friends to 54 Below for an evening of reimagined songs by Harold Arlen. In anticipation of the concert, members from the cast pick their favorite Arlen tunes as part of Playbill.com's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Josh Young, Ben Platt, Ben Fankhauser, Natalie Weiss and More Pick Favorites by Sam Smith

By Michael Gioia | April 3, 2015

Broadway stars will celebrate the music of Sam Smith, the U.K. singer-songwriter who won big at this year's Grammy Awards, April 5 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the evening, members from the cast pick their favorite Smith songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Rock On to Classic Rock Favorites From the Cast of Broadway's Hair!

By Michael Gioia | March 26, 2015

Veterans of the 2009 Tony Award-winning revival of Hair reunite with their friends and fellow rockers for Broadway Meets Classic Rock April 6 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the evening, the concert cast pick their favorite classic rock tunes as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Children of Eden Cast Picks Favorites by Stephen Schwartz, Including Wicked and Pippin

By Michael Gioia | March 19, 2015

54 Sings Children of Eden, an evening featuring music by Grammy Award winner Stephen Schwartz, will be held March 24 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast pick their favorite Schwartz songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
Playbill Playlist: Alysha Umphress, Natalie Weiss, Keala Settle and More Pick Songs by Beyoncé, P!nk and Pop Stars

By Michael Gioia | March 12, 2015

A Best Of Broadway Sings concert, featuring show-stopping numbers from the previous seven concerts of Broadway Sings…, will be held March 16 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, performers pick their favorites from the Broadway Sings... series as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: 10 Songs That Ben Vereen is Steppin' Out To, From Wicked to Usher and Stevie Wonder

By Michael Gioia | March 5, 2015

Tony Award winner Ben Vereen will offer a limited engagement of his solo show Steppin' Out March 17-21 at 54 Below. In anticipation of his concerts, he shares ten favorite songs to "Step Out" to as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Jessica Vosk Shares Her Jersey Pride Playlist: Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Meatloaf and More!

By Michael Gioia | February 26, 2015

Jessica Vosk, who was seen in Broadway's The Bridges of Madison County, will go it solo Feb. 27 at 54 Below in I Came From Jersey For This! In anticipation of the concert, Vosk shares her Jersey Pride Playlist as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Orfeh, Teal Wicks, Kate Rockwell and More Pick Favorite Performances by Rock Band Heart

By Michael Gioia | February 19, 2015

54 Sings Heart, an evening featuring songs made famous by the powerhouse band Heart, will be presented Feb. 21 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast pick their favorite Heart performances as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Broadway Couples Pick Their Favorite Love Songs in Time for Valentine's Day

By Michael Gioia | February 12, 2015

Broadway couples celebrate romance, both on stage and off, during the second annual A Very Broadway Valentine's Day Feb. 12 at 54 Below. In celebration of Valentine's Day and the concert, members of the cast pick their favorite love songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Zak Resnick, Ben Fankhauser, Ryann Redmond and More Pick Songs from Short-Lived Musicals

By Michael Gioia | February 5, 2015

The 14th edition of the Bistro Award-winning series If It Only Even Runs A Minute, featuring rare songs, behind-the-scenes tales and inspiring photos from underappreciated Broadway and Off-Broadway musicals, will be held Feb. 9 at 54 Below. Members of the cast pick songs from short-lived musicals as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Lena Hall, Lesli Margherita, Corey Mach, Kate Shindle and More Pick Favorite P!nk Performances

By Michael Gioia | January 22, 2015

Tony Award winner Lena Hall, Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita and Corey Mach are among the performers in Broadway Sings P!nk, featuring completely new arrangements of pop superstar P!nk's hit songs. Members of the cast share their favorite P!nk performances as past of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Molly Pope, Ben Rimalower, Justin Sayre and Meeting* Members Pick Favorite Performances by Ethel Merman

By Michael Gioia | January 15, 2015

The Meeting*, the comedy/variety show hosted by Justin Sayre, will return to Joe's Pub Jan. 18 to celebrate Broadway legend Ethel Merman. In anticipation of the evening, the cast picks their favorite Merman performances as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz Pick Their Jazz Favorites

By Michael Gioia | January 5, 2015

Alysha Umphress, currently starring in the Broadway revival of On the Town, and Tony Award-nominated composer and performer Jeff Blumenkrantz celebrate their new album "I've Been Played: Alysha Umphress Swings Jeff Blumenkrantz" Jan. 5 at Birdland. The two pick their favorite jazz songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Laura Benanti Picks Songs (and Scenarios) to Ring in the New Year

By Michael Gioia | December 31, 2014

Tony Award-winning actress Laura Benanti will ring in the New Year at the intimate Manhattan nightspot 54 Below. In anticipation of her show, she shares her New Year's Eve playlist as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Kinky Boots' Ellyn Marie Marsh Picks Most Inappropriate Songs of All Time

By Michael Gioia | December 25, 2014

Ellyn Marie Marsh, who can be seen in Broadway's Kinky Boots, will get Inappropriate in her 54 Below solo show Jan. 3, 2015. In anticipation of the concert, she picks the most inappropriate songs ever as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Annie Golden, James Monroe Iglehart, Joe Iconis and Family Pick Twisted Christmas Tunes

By Michael Gioia | December 18, 2014

The 7th Annual Joe Iconis Christmas Spectacular will be held Dec. 19-20 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concerts, members of the cast and creative team pick twisted Christmas songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Liz Callaway Shares Her "Merry and Bright" Songs for the Season

By Michael Gioia | December 11, 2014

Liz Callaway, a Tony Award nominee for her performance in Baby, is "Merry and Bright" on her Christmas album. Here, she chooses her favorite merry holiday tunes as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Robin De Jesus, Lilli Cooper, Ariana DeBose and Gioia to the World Cast Pick Belty Holiday Songs

By Playbill Staff | December 4, 2014

Gioia to the World: My Holiday Hell, a holiday edition of Bitching and Belting that will be hosted by Playbill.com staff writer Michael Gioia, will be held Dec. 6 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the concert, the cast and creative team pick their faorite belty holiday songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Christina DeCicco, Kate Rockwell, Janet Krupin and More Pick Songs About The Worst People You Know

By Michael Gioia | November 20, 2014

The Worst People You Know will invade 54 Below Nov. 22. In anticipation of the concert, featuring the music of composer Natalie Tenenbaum and lyricist Kevin Wanzor, members of the cast and creative team pick songs about the worst kind of people they know as part of Playbill.com's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Anthony Fedorov and Cast of Pop Nation Pick Favorites by 90s Boy Bands and Pop Princesses

By Michael Gioia | November 13, 2014

The cast of Off-Broadway's Pop Nation, which was scheduled to begin performances this month at Hudson but delayed its Off-Broadway start date, will gather at 54 Below Nov. 14 to sing the greatest hits of their favorite 90s boy bands and pop princesses. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast pick favorite 90s songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Annaleigh Ashford, Tamika Lawrence, Matt Doyle Pick Songs About Distance, Reconnecting and Chasing the Day

By Michael Gioia | November 6, 2014

Tony Award nominee Annaleigh Ashford and The Book of Mormon star Matt Doyle will headline Chasing The Day, a new song cycle by songwriter and Kinky Boots associate music director Will Van Dyke, Nov. 17 at 54 Below. In anticipation of the evening, Van Dyke and members of the cast pick songs about distance, reconnecting and relationships as part of Playbill.com's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: John Bolton, Nick Cearley, Erik Altemus, Ryah Nixon and Rocky Horror Cast Pick Spooky, Late-Night Songs

By Michael Gioia | October 31, 2014

Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show, directed by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, plays through Nov. 2 at the Bucks County Playhouse. In celebration of Halloween (and the "late-night, double-feature picture show"), members of the cast pick spooky songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Cast of Rock N' Roll Debauchery's: Freak Show Pick Favorite Halloween Songs

By Michael Gioia | October 23, 2014

Angel Reed's Rock N' Roll Debauchery in association with Jacob Langfelder and Broadway the Hardway will present Rock N' Roll Debauchery's: Freak Show Oct. 24 at the new 42West. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast and creative team pick favorite Halloween songs as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Laura Osnes, Matt Doyle, Ben Fankhauser and Charlie Rosen's Big Band Pick Big Band Favorites

By Michael Gioia | October 16, 2014

Charlie Rosen's  Broadway Big Band returns to the intimate Manhattan venue 54 Below Oct. 16. In celebration of the evening, Rosen and the Big Band cast pick Big Band favorites as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Justin Sayre and Members of The Meeting* Pick Favorite Julie Andrews Performances

By Michael Gioia | October 9, 2014

The Meeting*, the comedy-variety show hosted by Justin Sayre, will return to Joe's Pub Oct. 19 and celebrate film and theatre icon Julie Andrews. In anticipation of the evening, members of The Meeting* pick their favorite performances by Andrews as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Joanna Gleason Picks Her Favorite Songs by Stephen Sondheim

By Michael Gioia | October 2, 2014

Joanna Gleason, who won the 1988 Tony Award for her performance as the Baker's Wife in Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Into the Woods, will return to 54 Below beginning Oct. 7. In anticipation of her upcoming concerts, she shared her favorite Sondheim tunes as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.
PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Daniel Quadrino, Dan DeLuca, Caitlin Kinnunen, Kailey Marshall and Confirmed Cast Pick Songs of Sin

By Michael Gioia | September 24, 2014

Confirmed in Concert: The Music and Lyrics of Kailey Marshall, featuring actors from Newsies, The Book of Mormon, The Bridges of Madison County and more, will be held Sept. 25. In anticipation of the concert, members of the cast and creative team pick "Songs of Sin" as part of this week's Playbill Playlist.

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