Prospect Musicals

Prospect Musicals An NYC-based theater company that develops and produces new musical theater.

Prospect Musicals (aka Prospect Theater Company) is dedicated to fostering and showcasing today's new voices shaping tomorrow's musicals. Over two and a half decades, the company has premiered nearly 40 musicals in New York City, in addition to new plays and numerous re-inventions of classic works. Reflecting its investment in the future of the field, Prospect leads a variety of developmental init

iatives: including an annual Musical Theater Lab for emerging writers, and the IGNITE Series of new musical theater in concert. In 2020, Prospect launched the VISION Series of original music-theater works captured on film, created for online streaming. In recognition of its enterprising and risk-taking new musical theater, the company has received an OBIE Award grant, and its role as a community anchor for emerging artists that strengthens the quality, diversity, and dynamism of American theater was honored by the American Theatre Wing. Recently, Prospect produced the Drama Desk Award-nominated LIZARD BOY (2023) by Justin Huertas, and the Drama Desk Award-nominated EINSTEIN'S DREAMS (2019) by Joanne Sydney Lessner & Joshua Rosenblum, adapted from the novel by Alan Lightman, and the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award-nominated THE HELLO GIRLS (2018), by company founding artists Peter Mills & Cara Reichel. Both shows ran Off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters, and have original cast albums available from Broadway Records. We also commissioned and presented NOTES FROM NOW (2022) featuring original songs from 21 of today's brightest writers. Other notable productions include: Kerrigan & Lowdermilk's THE MAD ONES (2017); Milburn & Vigoda's LONG STORY SHORT (2015); Ryan Scott Oliver and Hunter Foster's JASPER IN DEADLAND (2014); the Drama Desk nominated TAMAR OF THE RIVER (2013) by Joshua H. Cohen and Marisa Michelson; Carner & Gregor's UNLOCK'D (2013); Gordon Greenberg's revisal of WORKING (Drama Desk Award, Outstanding Ensemble, 2012) including new songs by Lin Manuel Miranda; Elizabeth Lucas' re-imagining of Guettel's MYTHS AND HYMNS (2012); and John Gregor's WITH GLEE (2010). Prospect is the artistic home of award-winning writer and company founding artist, Peter Mills (Kleban Award for lyrics, Fred Ebb Award, www.pcmills.com).

As we wrap up AANHPI Heritage Month, Prospect celebrates our decade long partnership with National Asian Artists Project...
05/31/2026

As we wrap up AANHPI Heritage Month, Prospect celebrates our decade long partnership with National Asian Artists Project — as well as all the Prospect community artists who are Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander! Enjoy a few photos from shows through the years:
1. Jonny Lee Jr. and Ali Ewoldt in the GOLD MOUNTAIN Ignite Concert with NAAP (photo by )
2. Justin Huertas in LIZARD BOY (photo by )
3. Virginia Wing and Jason Ma in the INTO THE WOODS Ignite Concert with NAAP (photo by )
4. Kay Sibal and Joshua Carandang in the PROUD MARYS Ignite Concert with NAAP (photo by )
5. Marie-France Arcilla, with Donna Lynn Champlin, Joe Cassidy and Nehal Joshi in WORKING (photo by )
6. Jaygee Macapugay, Albert Guerzon, and Joanne Javien in ON THIS SIDE OF THE WORLD Ignite Concert.
7. Meetu Chilana, Sorab Wadia and chorus in MAYA Ignite Concert with NAAP ( photo by )
8. Chil Kong, James Seol, Hansel Tan, Dorcas Leung and Andrew Cristi in AMERICAN MORNING (photo by )
9. Lianah Sta. Ana in Broadway Barkada Ignite Concert launch event (photo by )
10. Diane Phelan and Vincent Rodriguez III in HONOR (photo by )
11. Pearl Sun and Bryce Ryness in LONG STORY SHORT (photo by )

Our 2026 Gala and Muse Awards was one to remember! What beautiful night celebrating new musicals and honoring extraordin...
05/14/2026

Our 2026 Gala and Muse Awards was one to remember! What beautiful night celebrating new musicals and honoring extraordinary members of the theater community. Congratulations once again to our Muse Awards: Ken Davenport, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez & Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas. Thank you to those who have supported Prospect and to everyone who made this night so special!

1. Presenter Jay Armstrong Johnson and Muse Award honoree Lindsay Mendez
2. Anthony Wayne and Nasia Thomas
3. Celia Gooding
4. Prospect President Jason Ma
5. Gala Co-Hosts Ann Harada and Brandon Contreras
6. Marc dela Cruz and Muse Award honoree LaChanze
7. Prospect Board Members Jane Abramson and Karin Kawamoto
8. Prospect Producing Artistic Director Cara Reichel and Prospect Managing Director Melissa Huber
9. Lexi Rabadi and Robert Ariza
10. Muse Award!

Here are some more highlights from Prospect's 2026 Spring Gala and Muse Awards! We had such a blast celebrating our Muse...
05/12/2026

Here are some more highlights from Prospect's 2026 Spring Gala and Muse Awards! We had such a blast celebrating our Muses and celebrating the hard work of developing new musicals. Thank you to all who attended and support Prospect!

1. Muse Award honoree LaChanze speaks.
2. Stephen Schwartz with Muse Award honoree Lindsay Mendez.
3. Muse Award honoree Ken Davenport speaks.
4. Pearl Sun and Brandon Contreras.
5. Danny Kornfeld sings "Every Single Day" from HARMONY.
6. Jose Antonio Vargas and Heidi Schreck.
7. Darius de Haas performs "Signed, Sealed, Delivered / A Song for You"
8. Jay Armstrong Johnson presents the Muse Award to Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver
9. Muse Award Honorees Ryan Scott Oliver and Lindsay Mendez.
10. Heidi Schreck presents the Muse Award to Jose Antonio Vargas

One week ago on Monday May 4th Prospect celebrated its 2026 Gala and Muse Awards! We were overjoyed to celebrate our Mu...
05/11/2026

One week ago on Monday May 4th Prospect celebrated its 2026 Gala and Muse Awards! We were overjoyed to celebrate our Muses and we are so grateful to everyone who came out for this fabulous and inspiring evening in support of our work developing new musicals. Enjoy these wonderful photos by -- more to come!
1. Muse Award receipients: Ryan Scott Oliver, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez, Jose Antonio Vargas and Ken Davenport.
2. Hosts Ann Harada and Brandon Contreras perform the STAR WARS themed opening number!
3. A Gala toast!
4. Alphonso Horne and Nasia Thomas share a song from THE OSCAR MICHEAUX PROJECT.
5. The finale singalong of "Our Time" led by Marc dela Cruz, Danny Kornfeld and hosts Brandon Contreras and Ann Harada.
6. Dean Cestari and Kim Onah perform "We Just Work Together" by Ryan Scott Oliver to honor his collaboration with Lindsay Mendez.
7. Jose Antonio Vargas speaks.
8. Jaygee Macapguay and Marc dela Cruz perform a song from DEAR AMERICA (by Paulo K Tirol and Noam Shapiro) to honor Jose Antonio Vargas.
9. David Rossmer and Steve Rosen present the Muse Award to Ken Davenport.
10. Danny Kornfeld sings "Every Single Day" from HARMONY to honor Ken Davenport (with band members Kiku Enomoto and Allison Seidner).

PART TWO:Our Spring Gala is right around the corner!Introducing the final four perfromers for our Spring Gala: Darius de...
04/30/2026

PART TWO:

Our Spring Gala is right around the corner!

Introducing the final four perfromers for our Spring Gala: Darius de Haas (Maltby and Shire’s About Time), Alphonso Horne (Grammy nominated trumpeter), Danny Kornfeld (Harmony), and Nasia Thomas (The Last Five Years)

Previously announced performers include: Dean Cestari (Mamma Mia!), Marc delaCruz (Hamilton), Jaygee Macapugay (Here Lies Love), and Kim Onah (The Notebook)

The 2026 Gala will be co-hosted by Brandon Contreras (Operation Mincemeat) and Ann Harada (Schmigadoon!) and honor extraordinary members of the theater community: Ken Davenport, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez & Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.This year’s honorees have advocated for inclusive communities, encouraged diverse and nuanced storytelling, and developed and mentored the next generation of theater-makers.

Join Prospect Musicals and Broadway friends for a celebratory evening featuring a special dinner and private concert at the elegant art deco Edison Ballroom! Our annual Gala provides essential funding in support of our mission to foster and showcase today's new voices shaping tomorrow's musicals.

Our Spring Gala is ONE WEEK FROM TONIGHT! Introducing the first half of performers that evening: Dean Cestari (Mamma Mia...
04/27/2026

Our Spring Gala is ONE WEEK FROM TONIGHT!

Introducing the first half of performers that evening: Dean Cestari (Mamma Mia!), Marc delaCruz (Hamilton), Jaygee Macapugay (Here Lies Love), and Kim Onah (The Notebook). Stay tuned for more!

The 2026 Gala will be co-hosted by Brandon Contreras (Operation Mincemeat) and Ann Harada (Schmigadoon!) and honor extraordinary members of the theater community: Ken Davenport, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez & Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.This year’s honorees have advocated for inclusive communities, encouraged diverse and nuanced storytelling, and developed and mentored the next generation of theater-makers.

Join Prospect Musicals and Broadway friends for a celebratory evening featuring a special dinner and private concert at the elegant art deco Edison Ballroom! Our annual Gala provides essential funding in support of our mission to foster and showcase today's new voices shaping tomorrow's musicals.

Introducing our 2026 Spring Gala Presenters: Jay Armstrong Johnson, Steve Rosen & David Rossmer, Heidi Schreck, and Pear...
04/16/2026

Introducing our 2026 Spring Gala Presenters: Jay Armstrong Johnson, Steve Rosen & David Rossmer, Heidi Schreck, and Pearl Sun! 🧡

Our Spring Gala and Muse Awards will be held on Monday, May 4th at NYC's Edison Ballroom. The evening will include cocktails, dinner, and entertainment from special guests in honor of this year’s Muse Award recipients: Ken Davenport, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez & Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas. Hosted by Brandon Contreras and Ann Harada, this is an evening you will not want to miss! ✨

For more info please visit https://www.prospectmusicals.org/

Introducing our 2026 Spring Gala Hosts: Brandon Contreras & Ann Harada! To be held Monday, May 4th at NYC's Edison Ballr...
04/08/2026

Introducing our 2026 Spring Gala Hosts: Brandon Contreras & Ann Harada! To be held Monday, May 4th at NYC's Edison Ballroom, the evening will include cocktails, dinner, and entertainment from special guests in honor of this year’s Muse Award recipients: Ken Davenport, LaChanze, Lindsay Mendez & Ryan Scott Oliver, and Jose Antonio Vargas.

ANN HARADA is best known for Avenue Q (Christmas Eve) on Broadway and in London’s West End. Other Bway: Schmigadoon!, Into the Woods, Cinderella (Charlotte), Les Misérables, (Mme. Thenardier), 9 to 5, Seussical, and M. Butterfly. Off-Bway: Saving Dorothy Parker, Dear World, Fairycakes, Emojiland, I Married an Angel, Pacific Overtures, Brooklynite, Falsettoland. Regional: Babbitt, Beauty and the Beast, Anything Goes. TV: “Schmigadoon!,” “Smash,” “Blue Bloods,” “House of Cards,” “Master of None,” “Younger,” “30 Rock,” “ The Good Wife,” “Jim Gaffigan Show”. Film: “Sisters” “Hope Springs,” “Admission,” “Jerry and Marge Go Large,” “Disenchanted”.

BRANDON CONTRERAS is a New York City born and raised creative. Currently, he is starring as “Charles Cholmondeley & Others” in the Tony-Award Nominated Smash Hit Musical, Operation Mincemeat. Prior to joining MI5, he was last seen causing absolute chaos as “Cal” in the Off-Broadway hit, Titanique, as well as rocking out and originating in Tom Kitt and Cameron Crowe’s, Almost Famous. Some other theatrical favorites include Titanic and Road Show at the honorable New York City Center Encores!, In the Heights (1st National), Jerry Springer: The Opera (New Group), Beauty & the Beast (Drury Lane), Bhangin’ It! (La Jolla Playhouse), You Deserve to be Here (Roundabout Theatre Workshop) and the regional premiere of The Play that Goes Wrong, among many others. FILM/TV: The upcoming feature film, “There She Goes” with Rachel Leigh Cook and Utkarsh Ambudkar, “WeCrashed”, “Mr. Robot” and “Awkwafina is Nora from Queens.” Outside of performing, Brandon is also a freelance director, writer, filmmaker & choreographer for multiple collaborative art pieces. With over 1.6 Million followers across all social media platforms, he is the co-creator of the award-winning Q***r platform, The HomoSapien Experience.

Are you a Prospect alumni artist or staff member? Join us for our spring community gathering and season wrap party on We...
04/07/2026

Are you a Prospect alumni artist or staff member? Join us for our spring community gathering and season wrap party on Wednesday night April 8! 💖🎶🎉

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