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Live final at the Chita Rivera Awards in NYC May 18, 2026.

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It’s been too darn hot here in NYC… 🥵

So we’re cooling things off this morning with our Broadway’s Next Triple Threat finalists bringing Too Darn Hot to life, taught by none other than Warren Carlyle.

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#ChitaRiveraAwards #BroadwaysNextTripleThreat #KissMeKate #WarrenCarlyle #Broadway

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HUGE shoutout for Meghan Hoey (‘23) who was recently a FINALIST for the inaugural year of “Broadway’s Next Triple Threat.”

@meghankyliehoey was chosen to perform at the Chita Rivera Awards in collaboration with the New York City Dance Alliance. What an incredible opportunity to work with so many Broadway professionals!!

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Just reflecting on this year’s Chita Rivera Awards - each year, there are singular moments that are exclusive to this event, this audience - a story, a speech, a performance. There have been many over the years. Ann-Margret will remain as part of the Chita Awards history. What a special lady! What a treat! Thanks to all who shared and contributed to another memorable evening. It is definitely a community event - just the way Chita liked it! #chitariveraawards #celebratingdance #danceexcellence #broadwaydance #blessed

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At @helenapadial’s middle school production of “Bye Bye Birdie,” Chita Rivera—yes, that Chita Rivera—came to watch. When she met the musical theater legend backstage, Padial burst into tears of disbelief, and Rivera gave her a hug.

Fast-forward to 2026 and Padial, at 21, has been named Broadway’s Next Triple Threat, a new award created by the @chitaawards and @nycda. Since March, the Elon University senior had made it through two video rounds of evaluations by a panel of Broadway icons before an intense training workshop in NYC, ending with the awards gala.

Padial took some time to chat with @dancespiritmagazine about the competition, her dreams, and what it means to be a triple threat. Read the full interview at the link in our bio! ⭐

📝: @kirouette
📸(1-3): Photos courtesy The Chita Rivera Awards/New York City Dance Alliance. Helena Padial giving her acceptance speech for the Broadway’s Next Triple Threat Award; From left: Helena Padial accepting the Broadway’s Next Triple Threat Award from Bebe Neuwirth; The Broadway’s Next Triple Threat finalists performing Warren Carlyle’s choreography for “Too Darn Hot” at the Chita Rivera Awards ceremony.
📸: Padial after her middle school production of "Bye Bye Birdie," meeting Chita Rivera. Photos courtesy Padial.

#ChitaRivera #Broadwaysnexttriplethreat #NYCDA #Broadway @elonmusictheatre

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Future stars. Legendary choreography. One unforgettable moment. ✨

As part of Broadway’s Next Triple Threat, our finalists spent the weekend immersed in training, mentorship, and once-in-a-lifetime learning experiences with some of the industry’s leading artists.

Just hours before taking the stage at the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards, these extraordinary young performers learned Warren Carlyle’s iconic “Too Darn Hot” from Kiss Me, Kate. They then performed it live for a packed house and earned a standing ovation. 👏

This is what the program is all about: connecting the next generation with the artists who inspire them, challenging them to rise to the occasion, and giving them the opportunity to discover what’s possible. Thank you, @warrencarlyle for doing just that.
The future of Broadway is bright. ❤️

#chitariveraawards #bntt #broadwaysnexttriplethreat #broadway #talentsearch

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This weekend was the coolest weekend of my life. Thank you to @lanterijoe , @warrencarlyle , @chitaawards , @nycda , @broadwaysnexttriplethreat , and everyone else who made this experience so special.

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BROADWAY’S NEXT TRIPLE THREAT FINALS🌟🇺🇸
The only international finalist for the inaugural competition in New York City.
This nearly didn’t happen. So many nos, many many tears.
Thank you Selina H for your yes🥺.
To learn from Broadway’s elite and perform at the Chita Rivera Awards. Leaving inspired by the people I met, and surprisingly being told that those people were inspired by me.
To the finalists, sharing the JOY of what we do together. Learning a routine in six hours! Thank you Warren Carlyle for your time and choreography.
Thank you @lanterijoe for creating this competition and to the adjudicators for picking me out of hundreds.
Broadway don’t forget me 🌟
(PS my flight home got cancelled due to a storm Miranda Priestly would describe as ‘drizzling’)

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About last night… we’re still floating a little. What an extraordinary evening celebrating the dancers, artists, storytellers, and community that make Broadway and film move. The joy, support, and love in the room was something you could truly feel. 💙

Robyn Hurder and Charlotte d’Amboise kept us laughing and smiling all night as our gracious and fearless hosts. Robert Silk Mason even led us in a collective community breath, a reminder of what this night is really about: connection.

There were so many unforgettable moments. Watching Broadway’s Next Triple Threat winner Helena Padial receive her award from the incomparable Bebe Neuwirth (few people understand the dedication of a true triple threat quite like she does) was incredibly special.

And seeing the legendary Leslie Uggams present our Lifetime Achievement Award to Ann-Margret was one icon celebrating another in the most beautiful way.

We are so humbled by this community. The Chita Rivera Awards would be nothing without all of you, and we are endlessly grateful to celebrate and honor dance in the name of our angel, Chita Rivera.

RESULTS, PHOTOS, AND SO MUCH MORE COMING SOON ✨

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Huge congratulations to our very own Helena Padial! Last night, Helena was officially named the winner of Broadway’s Next Triple Threat at the prestigious Chita Rivera Awards in New York City! 🏆✨

To say we are proud is an understatement. From the studios at Elon to the big stage in NYC, Helena’s incredible talent, dedication, and passion for the arts continue to shine so bright. The entire Elon community is cheering you on as you take the industry by storm! 🎭💃🎤

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There will never be enough words to describe how I am feeling right now. Definitely a pinch me moment. This weekend was filled with blood, sweat, tears, and so much joy. I feel more connected to my art and work than ever, and I feel so lucky to have been a part of this beautiful process. Chita Rivera surprised us at our middle school production of Bye Bye Birdie and I just accepted an award in her name, in front of the iconic triple threat, Ann Margret who turned Bye Bye Birdie into a sensation???? UNREAL. There is so much more to say, but for now all I can say is thank you times a million!! And to my fellow finalists: I am so proud of us. We just did a really crazy thing!!! I can’t believe we met 3 days ago. I love you all!

See you at Steps!!❤️🥹

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“Isn’t it kinda fun… dancing the night away?” ✨

For decades, Ann-Margret has done far more than dance the night away. She’s dazzled audiences, defined eras of performance, and reminded us just how joyful movement and music can be.

This Monday night, the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards proudly honors Ann-Margret with the Lifetime Achievement Award — celebrating a career filled with unforgettable performances, undeniable charisma, and a little bit of movie magic. ❤️

Limited seats are still available! Buy your tickets today at chitariveraawards.com

📹 State Fair, 1962

#chitariveraawards #broadway #chitarivera #dance #celebratedance

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One of our favorite things about the Chita Rivera Awards is that the celebration doesn’t stop with the awards.

Each year, we bring the magic of Broadway directly into the room with unforgettable live performances, right in Chita’s house. ✨

This year, we are thrilled to welcome a special performance from the cast of CHESS live on the Chita Rivera Awards stage on May 18.

Limited seats are still available! Don’t miss it!

#chitariveraawards #broadway #liveonstage #chess

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