Mamma Mia! star Judy McLane says she has a lot in common with her onstage alter ego, independent, fun-loving Donna Sheridan. Broadway.com documented McLane's pre-show routine, complete with yoga moves, angel cards and more.

In the final Lion King character study video, South African actor Andile Gumbi brings us behind the scenes as he transforms into the “energetic” Simba. Find out what similarities Prince Simba has to an African warrior.

As the shaman Rafiki, Tshidi Manye kicks off The Lion King with the signature song “Circle of Life.” Hear how the South African actress prepares before each show and how the role is a connection to her culture.

Chantel Riley has dreamed of playing Nala since she first saw The Lion King movie. Now, she embraces her Broadway transformation into the "strong and powerful" lioness. See the history behind her makeup and how the role helped her grow.

The Lion King Character Study series kicks off with Patrick R. Brown. Watch how he describes Scar’s evil actions, and how his costume and makeup design work to make Scar sharp and unlovable.

Eight shows a week, Chaplin star Rob McClure transforms into the Little Tramp at the Barrymore Theatre. Broadway.com went to his dressing room to find out why “there’s nothing more rewarding” than portraying the legendary icon.

Judy Kaye earned her second Tony Award for her portrayal of duchess-turned-prohibitionist Estonia Dulworth in Nice Work If You Can Get It. Find out why stepping into Estonia's “wonderful clothes” makes Kaye feel like a kid again.

Tony winner Michael Cerveris is nominated again this year for his arresting portrayal of Argentine President Juan Peron in Evita. Go behind the scenes with Cerveris to see how yoga, vinyl records and photos help him transform into the famed leader.

Eight years ago, Jackie Burns sat in the second row of the Gershwin Theatre and watched Idina Menzel play Elphaba in Wicked, and now she’s living her dream playing the green girl herself. “She’s helped me be strong in my own convictions,” Burns said of her iron-willed character. “She’s been an outcast her whole life and she ...

When Paul Nolan is making his powerful transition into the title character in Jesus Christ Superstar eight times as week, it’s as much an emotional transformation as a physical one. “Some nights I come in to play Jesus and I feel deeply sad,” he says, “And sometimes I’m way too happy to play Jesus Christ. But I use ...