Derek Garza News

Stages Houston has announced Derek Charles Livingston as their new artistic director. Livingston will assume the role when current artistic director Kenn McLaughlin steps down at the end of June after 25 seasons.

FIM Flint Repertory Theatre season closer, Spring Awakening, will run from June 7 - 23. Read our interview with the director of this production, Derek Van Barham! 

Derek Klena and his wife have revealed that they are expecting their second child! Learn more about the pair at the story here.

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present celebrated songwriters Selda Sahin and Derek Gregor in their special evening “Wine and Sing”. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Hayley Erbert, dancer and wife of Derek Hough, is set to return to Derek Hough's Symphony of Dance Tour following a brain injury and surgeries. Learn more.

BroadwayWorld got to sit down with Laura Garza, the director of the upcoming show, I-DJ, at Teatro Audaz March 7-March 17. Joining her was actor Chris Munoz, who plays Warren Peace in the show. Their passion and commitment to the themes and story of this play was inspiring and exciting!

“The Symphony of Dance Tour” star shares an update on his wife Hayley. Then the “Dancing with the Stars” judge reflects on winning his fourth Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography after his wife's health scare last year. The week continues with actor Shemar Moore, NBA legend Magic Johnson, and actress La La Anthony. Watch videos from the episode!

Get a first look at new images of the current cast of Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. 

For her first foray into the recording studio, she was able to bring along some impressive friends: “Day One” was produced by hitmaker Adam H. (who has worked with artists as diverse as Ray J, Ne-Yo, Elise Estrada, Def Leppard and Loverboy) and mixed by five-time Grammy winner Orlando Calzada (Lady Gaga, One Direction, Beyonce, Destiny's Child).

Derek Klena is returning to the Moulin Rouge! Klena will return in the role of “Christian” beginning Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre

Keen Company has announced details for its upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

ABC and Disney Parks are lighting up the holiday season with two musical specials filmed across the country and directed by Sam Wrench (“Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour”), hosted by Julianne Hough and Derek Hough. The Broadway and North American tour cast of Disney’s “Aladdin” are set to perform “Friend Like Me” during the Christmas Day Parade.

Brigham Young University’s brand new Music Building Concert Hall will be the home of For Heroes Proved: Veterans Day Celebration featuring Tony Award nominee Derek Klena and the BYU Wind Symphony on Friday, November 10.

The New York Pops—led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke— is getting ready to open its 2023-24 season with a brand-new concert program, 21st Century Broadway. In this video, watch as we take you inside rehearsals!

Derek Hough is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer, choreographer, actor and singer. Check out our interview here!

The New York Pops—led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke— will open its 2023-24 season with a brand-new concert program, featuring Hailey Kilgore, Derek Klena, Javier Muñoz & Ali Stroker. Learn how to purchase tickets!

This new collection offers fans an opportunity to hear & own a digital version before its physical release as part of the Sumday Twunny 20th Anniversary Boxed Set – which includes the remastered original album, a complete 4-track demo version titled Sumday: The Cassette Demos, and Sumday: Excess Baggage. Watch the video!

All new photos have been released of Broadway stars artist Alexa Meade has painted, including Amber Gray, Derek Klena, Drew Gehling, Gus Birney, Matthew Sims Jr., Tony Award-winner Tom Kitt, and producer Eva Price.

Derek Klena and Ali Stroker will now join The New York Pops and Music Director Steven Reineke for its season opening concert, 21st Century Broadway, on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.

Don't miss out on the incredible performances by Derek Klena and Ali Stroker in The New York Pops 21ST CENTURY BROADWAY. Get all the details about this must-see event in New York City and secure your tickets now.