Guys and Dolls (2018). Photo by Craig Mitchelldyer.
Guys and Dolls (2018). Photo by Craig Mitchelldyer.
Regards from Broadway Rose
Spring 2026 Newsletter
Articles written by Blythe Woodland
Welcome to Regards from Broadway Rose, your peek behind-the-curtain at all that’s happening at your favorite musical theatre company!
We’re already a quarter of the way through our 35th season, and our first two productions, In Clay and Dear Evan Hansen, have surpassed expectations! Though very different in style, both tell compelling stories of complicated people searching for belonging–and we’ve been thrilled to see our audiences’ responses and connection to the work.
This spring also brought the opportunity to host the National Alliance of Musical Theatre’s annual conference, welcoming more than 80 theatre representatives from across the country to experience what makes Broadway Rose and Washington County so special. We were honored to welcome these art leaders into our home.
Now, we look ahead to our Gala at the end of April—a joyful celebration of our 35th anniversary and a vital fundraiser for the theatre. Hosted by our managing director, co-founder, and “chief bottle washer” Dan Murphy, it’s a weekend you won’t want to miss.
You are a critical part of this community. I hope the stories in this newsletter remind you of the impact you make each time you buy a ticket or make a gift to the arts.
Thank you for your continued applause and support!
– Meredith Gordon, Executive Director
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Spring 2026 – Published 4/10/26
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Fall 2024 – Published 9/5/24
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Fall 2023 – Published 11/10/23
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Spring 2023 – Published 4/14/23
Winter 2023 – Published 1/20/23
Dan Murphy, Sharon Maroney, and their daughter Megan celebrating Dan’s birthday
First of a Three-Part Series
DAN LOOKS BACK
Dan Murphy, Sharon Maroney, and their daughter Megan celebrating Dan’s birthday
As Broadway Rose Theatre Company celebrates decades of musical theatre magic, Founding Managing Director Dan Murphy takes a reflective look back before his retirement at the end of this year. In this three-part series, Dan revisits the company’s origins—before stages were built, before audiences filled the seats, and before Broadway Rose became a cornerstone of the Tigard community.
Ryan Burton, star of Broadway Rose’s production of Dear Evan Hansen
Meet the Artist
ACTOR RYAN BURTON
Ryan Burton, star of Broadway Rose’s production of Dear Evan Hansen
Ryan Burton is one of the out-of-town artists joining Broadway Rose for this season’s production of Dear Evan Hansen, stepping into the title role of Evan in the emotionally powerful musical. Between rehearsals and exploring the Pacific Northwest, I sat down with Ryan to ask him about his journey to Broadway Rose, what it’s like bringing this story to life, and how he’s navigating the experience both on and off the stage.
Join us for the fundraising event of the season!
Event Spotlight
THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY FUNDRAISER GALA
Join us for the fundraising event of the season!
Thirty-five years ago, two passionate artists set out to create a place where professional musical theatre could thrive in our community. This spring, Broadway Rose invites you to celebrate that remarkable journey at our 35th Anniversary Gala, a special event honoring the people, productions, and moments that have shaped our stages.
Johanna Jansen, dedicated volunteer for over three decades
Volunteer Tribute
JOHANNA JANSEN, BROADWAY ROSE’S LONGEST-STANDING VOLUNTEER
Johanna Jansen, dedicated volunteer for over three decades
On a summer day during Broadway Rose’s very first season, Johanna Jansen sat in the audience to watch Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Her son was one of the Tigard High School interns working on the production. She didn’t know it at the time, but that afternoon would mark the beginning of a relationship that has now spanned more than three decades.
Broadway Rose recently welcomed leaders of musical theatre companies from around the country
Behind the Scenes
HOSTING A CONFERENCE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE PROFESSIONALS
Broadway Rose recently welcomed leaders of musical theatre companies from around the country
This spring, Broadway Rose Theatre Company had the distinct honor of hosting the National Alliance for Musical Theatre Spring Conference—marking the first time this national gathering has ever been held in Oregon. From March 25–27, 2026, our theater and the surrounding Tigard community became a hub for collaboration, innovation, and connection among musical theatre leaders from across the country.
