David Armstrong-Broadway Nation Book Release
Vashon Center for the Arts
Saturday, Sept 27 | 2pm
FREE EVENT

Join acclaimed director, producer, and historian David Armstrong for a lively conversation and book signing celebrating the release of his debut book, Broadway Nation — How Immigrant, Jewish, Queer, and Black Artists Invented the Broadway Musical.

Armstrong will be interviewed by composer and dramaturg Albert Evans, with a special performance by award-winning Seattle musical theatre artist Sarah Rudinoff. Attendees will get the inside story behind the creation of Broadway Nation, enjoy an exclusive audience Q&A, and test their Broadway knowledge in a Musical Theater Trivia Contest—with the chance to win a copy of the book!

Broadway Nation offers a sweeping history of America’s signature art form, spotlighting the powerful—yet often overlooked—contributions of immigrant, Jewish, queer, and Black artists who shaped its evolution. Inspired by Armstrong’s popular large lecture course at the University of Washington School of Drama and his hit Broadway Nation podcast, the book celebrates the artistry and craftsmanship of legendary figures from George M. Cohan to Stephen Sondheim to Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Released by Methuen Drama/Bloomsbury on July 24, 2025, Broadway Nation is available now via the publisher’s website, Amazon, and booksellers nationwide.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind evening of spirited conversation, unforgettable stories, and untold Broadway history. It’s going to be a night to remember!