Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Photos: Gayle King Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. See photos!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:54PM

Photos: First Look At THE CHER SHOW Second National Tour

The second national tour of the Tony Award-winning production of THE CHER SHOW on Thursday, June 6 starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Stranahan Theater in Toledo, OH. See new photos from the pro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:32PM

After Canceled Broadway Run, Forbidden Broadway Will Open Off-Broadway by Darryn King

After its Broadway run was indefinitely postponed, Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song will now open off-Broadway. Directed by creator Gerard Alessandrini with musical staging by Ge…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:32PM

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Exclusive: First Look at Julie Benko in Theatre Raleigh's Production of JANE EYRE

Get a first look at Julie Benko starring in Jane Eyre opposite Matt Bogart and directed by Megan McGinnis at Theatre Raleigh. Jane Eyre is written by John Caird and Paul Gordon. 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

Photos: The Public Theater's Mobile Unit Comedy of Errors Is Touring NYC by Logan Culwell-Block

Get a look at the bilingual musical version of the Shakespeare play offering free performances in all five boroughs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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The Post was right — Audra McDonald WILL play Mama Rose in ‘Gypsy’ on Broadway by Johnny Oleksinski

A new Broadway revival of “Gypsy,” starring Audra McDonald as Mama Rose, was officially announced on Wednesday.

SOURCE: The New York Post at 04:59PM

Breaking Baz: ‘Sherwood’s’ James Graham Hits West End With Alan Bleasdale’s ‘Boys From The Blackstuff’, Talks Europe-Set TV Thriller & by Baz Bamigboye

EXCLUSIVE: James Graham sets a mental timer of strictly 45 minutes for a conversation that will encompass tonight’s gala opening at London’s National Theatre — en route to a run at t…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:58PM

LaChanze launches new production company by Michael Abourizk

The three-time Tony Award winner will serve as the company’s producer and managing director.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 04:53PM

John Benjamin Hickey to Lead Amazon MGM Pilot BAND

According to reports, Tony Award-winning actor John Benjamin Hickey will be starring in a pilot for a new series from Amazon MGM Studios called Band. The series comes from real-life couple D…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Michael Urie announced for revival of ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ by Michael Abourizk

Urie will reprise his turn from the New York City Center production.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 04:21PM

Gypsy, Starring Audra McDonald as Momma Rose, to Reopen Broadway's Majestic Theatre by Hayley Levitt

Gypsy, the musical by Jule Styne, Arthur Laurents and Stephen Sondheim, will be revived on Broadway with six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald starring as Momma Rose. The production wil…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:06PM

Working in the Theatre: Writing and Directing - Appropriate by American Theatre Wing

The partnership and trust between a playwright and a director are vital for the success of a play, but this is especially unique when they're tied as friends and colleagues for years. The st…

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Audra McDonald to Star in ‘Gypsy’ Revival on Broadway This Fall by Michael Paulson

The six-time Tony-winning actress will play musical theater’s most famous stage mother in a production directed by George C. Wolfe.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:54PM

Katie Bradley Named Theater Mu Interim Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

A longtime performer and teaching artist with the company, she will serve alongside managing director Anh Thu T. Pham while a successor for Lily Tung Crystal is sought.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:38PM

Here She Is, Boys: Audra McDonald Will Reopen Broadway's Majestic in Gypsy by Logan Culwell-Block

George C. Wolfe is directing the six-time Tony winner as Rose, often considered the King Lear of musical theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Hear Her Sing in New Trailer

It's official! six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway this fall, taking on what is widely regarded as the greatest role in musical theatre, “Rose” in GYPSY.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:32PM

Rick Elice (‘Water for Elephants’ book writer) asks what happens ‘when you lose everything’ in his stage adaptation [Exclusive Video Interview by Sam Eckmann

Rick Elice first encountered the story of “Water for Elephants” around 18 years ago when he read the novel in his book club. As a former creative director at an advertising agency who ha…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:30PM

‘Gypsy,’ starring Audra McDonald, will reopen Broadway’s Majestic Theatre by Michael Abourizk

Hear McDonald sing from the score in a video preview from the revival, set to open in December.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 03:30PM

Audra McDonald To Star In GYPSY Revival This Fall

It has been officially announced that six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway this fall as “Rose” in GYPSY. This upcoming revival will be directed by Tony Award…

SOURCE: Theatrely at 03:30PM

Audra McDonald Takes Rose’s Turn In Broadway ‘Gypsy’ Revival by Greg Evans

Six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway this fall in one of musical theater’s greatest roles: “Mama” Rose of Gypsy. The revival will be directed by George C. …

SOURCE: Deadline at 03:30PM

Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy” by Broadway Black

The Broadway scene has been buzzing with excitement about a possibility that will now be a reality as the iconic musical Gypsy gears up for a spectacular revival. Six-time Tony Award winner …

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 03:30PM

Audra McDonald to Star in Broadway’s ‘Gypsy’ Revival as Mama Rose by Rebecca Rubin

Audra McDonald will portray the ultimate stage mom, Mama Rose, in the upcoming Broadway revival of “Gypsy.” George C. Wolfe, a Tony winner for “Angels in America: Millennium Approaches…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:30PM

Audra McDonald to Lead ‘Gypsy’ Revival on Broadway by Caitlin Huston

Audra McDonald will reopen Broadway’s Majestic Theatre with a new production of Gypsy. McDonald will play Rose, one of the top roles in musical theater, which has been played by the likes …

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:30PM

Second Stage cancels May 29 matinée of ‘Mother Play’ by Michael Abourizk

The new play by Paula Vogel is currently running at the Hayes Theater.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 03:27PM

Glenn Close Joins Cast of WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY

According to reports, Glenn Close has become the latest actor to join the next Knives Out installment, Wake Up Dead Man. She joins the previously announced Kerry Washington, Josh O'Connor,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:24PM

A Bob Hope Finding Aid by Trav S.D.

We’ve only got about 20 posts in the Bob Hope (1903-2003) section of Travalanche, but still it seemed useful to create a post which laid them out in a sensible order for ease of perusal. A…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 03:18PM

Bob Hope in TV Variety by Trav S.D.

Who was television variety’s biggest comedy giant? My answer may throw you for a loop, but I have a sound rationale. Other names may spring automatically to mind through force of habit, an…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 03:18PM

LET'S TALK TOGETHER! — A Message from MCC THEATER by MCC Theater

Let's talk! You can help build on MCC's legacy of diverse storytelling and create a more sustainable future for theater for everyone by making a tax-deductible donation now. You'll ensure t…

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Broadway theater attendance still hasn't fully bounced back two full seasons after COVID

... Playbill.com. 4 years ago. www.playbill.com · 'Mean Girls' closes on Broadway amid COVID-19, will still tour. 3 years ago.

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Playbill.com offers the best of after-hour shows; click on the links to take you to the events' websites and to purchase tickets directly.

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Review: Center Rep’s ‘Cabaret,” written in 1966, implicates you in 2024 by Lily Janiak

Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb’s musical is relevant whenever nationalism, groupthink and racial othering are on the rise, which seems to be always. 

SOURCE: San Francisco Chronicle at 03:03PM

See the First Teaser Trailer for Moana 2 by Logan Culwell-Block, Molly Higgins

The sequel to the beloved film will feature music by Grammy winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Prosecutors May Bring New Indictment Against Harvey Weinstein As More Women May Come Forward by Caitlin Huston

Prosecutors in the Harvey Weinstein case say they may issue a new indictment against the former mogul, as there may be more women who come out against him.  “Some people who were not read…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:59PM

Review: For ‘Molly Sweeney,’ Not Seeing Was Never the Obstacle by Naveen Kumar

The Irish Rep ends its season-long Brian Friel survey with the story of a blind woman who undergoes an operation to try to restore her sight.

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Kate Baldwin in THE PROM, Julia Murney Directed CHARLIE BROWN & More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2024/25 Season

The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut has announced casting for the 2024 season. 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:42PM

Theater review: A different kind of ‘Beetlejuice’ has its own odd charms at The Bushnell by Christopher Arnott

The musical version of "Beetlejuice" takes a lot of liberties with the beloved movie's story and characters but has its own special live energy and charm.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 02:33PM

Highlights from Encores! ROAD SHOW by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Wrapping up the Encores! Off-Center season is Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's Road Show, running tonight, July 24, through July 27. Learn more: https://ww…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Vanessa Williams, William Spencer Reilly & Ken Jennings Preview the Season Ahead at the Sheen Center by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: On July 30, I had a great time backstage at the Sheen Center, interviewing Grammy and Tony-nominated singer/actress Vanessa Williams, Executive Director of The …

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

The Cast of THE PRINCE OF EGYPT Previews Music From the Show by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: New musical The Prince of Egypt, which is premiering at London's Dominion Theatre on Wednesday 5 February 2020, had its press launch today, which included perfo…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Tina Turner Shouts Out TINA THE MUSICAL Ahead of Tonight's First Preview by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Tina - The Tina Turner Musical officially begins previews tonight on Broadway. Tina herself is giving the show a shoutout in an all new video. Learn more: htt…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Shoshana Bean, Krysta Rodriguez, And More Preview Their Upcoming Gigs At Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Feinstein's/54 Below welcomed Broadway stars Jason Danieley, Nicole Henry, Krysta Rodriguez, and Shoshana Bean to preview their upcoming shows and give a sneak …

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights of Jonathan Pryce & Eileen Atkins THE HEIGHT OF THE STORM on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Get a first look at Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of The Height of the Storm, written by Tony Award nominee Florian Zeller (The Father), translated…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights of Ryan McCartan, Taylor Iman Jones & More in SCOTLAND, PA by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Previews are underway for Roundabout Theatre Company's world premiere of the new musical Scotland, PA , which opens officially on Wednesday, October 23. This wi…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights of Marisa Tomei and More in THE ROSE TATTOO on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of The Rose Tattoo officially opens tonight, October 15, 2019, at the American Airlines Theatre. Check out …

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights from Opening Night of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, starring Jonathan Groff, Tammy Blanchard and Christian Borle, opened just last night, October 17 at The Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd St…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Marisa Tomei & More in New Highlights from THE ROSE TATTOO on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' Tony Award-winning play The Rose Tattoo, directed by Trip Cullman, is entering its…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights of Harvey Fierstein in BELLA BELLA! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Manhattan Theatre Club's World premiere of Bella Bella, written and performed by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Casa Valentina, Torch Song, Hairspray) and …

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights from A CHRISTMAS CAROL on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, is currently in previews on Broadway this holiday season, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, Lond…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights of the Rockettes in the 2019 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The Rockettes have high kicked their way back to Radio City Music Hall! The Christmas Spectacular will run through January 5 at the iconic venue. Check out hig…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Highlights From MARY POPPINS At Drury Lane Theatre by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: It's a jolly holiday with...' Drury Lane Theatre's production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins. Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the belo…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

Cirque du Soleil Previews New Disney Parks Show by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Last week in Montreal at the Cirque du Soleil International Headquarters, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Disney P…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:32PM

UpStart Crow announces 44th season by Osc Staff Report

Boulder-based theatre has four shows planned for season starting in August The post UpStart Crow announces 44th season appeared first on OnStage Colorado.

SOURCE: OnStage Colorado at 02:23PM

Muriel's Wedding Musical Sets U.K. Premiere by Andrew Gans

Simon Phillips will direct with choreography by Andrew Hallsworth.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Kate Baldwin Will Lead The Prom at Connecticut's Sharon Playhouse by Logan Culwell-Block

The company is also staging productions of Rock of Ages, Steel Magnolias, and You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Video: Jane Krakowski Reveals That She Attends 'Two or Three Shows a Week' Ahead of Tony Awards

Tony Award winner Jane Krakowski stopped by Live With Kelly and Mark on Wednesday, where she discussed her unique method of keeping track of the Broadway shows she has seen during Tony seaso…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:12PM

LaChanze Launches New Multimedia Production Company LaChanze Productions

Tony Award-winning producer LaChanze is launching her new multimedia production company, LaChanze Productions. Learn more about the company!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Time-Traveling with Lempicka’s Eden Espinosa, an Important Message from The Great Gatsby’s Sara Chase and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal catches up with several of this season’s Tony-nominated artists, from the ones who stand center stage to the ones who make their mark behind the scenes.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:48PM

Tony Winner LaChanze Launches Multimedia Producing Company LaChanze Productions by Darryn King

The Tony Award-winning actor and producer LaChanze has launched a new multimedia production company. LaChanze Productions will be focused on producing original works by new voices and making…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:48PM

Attack on Titan Manga Musical to Play New York City Center by Margaret Hall

Based on the wildly popular manga by Hajime Isayama and published by Kodansha, the show previously premiered in Japan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

LaChanze Launches Multimedia Producing Company by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-winning actor and producer will develop original work for contemporary audiences under her new banner LaChanze Productions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM

Roger Bart (‘Back to the Future: The Musical’) explores the comedy and vulnerability of Doc Brown: ‘Integrity in failure’ [Exclusive Video Int by Sam Eckmann

Tony Award winner Roger Bart is no stranger to reinventing iconic movie characters thanks to his celebrated runs in “The Producers” and “Young Frankenstein.” The actor scored another…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 01:30PM

Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song Will Now Play Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Performances of the Gerard Alessandrini revue will begin in August.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers To Host '90s Night Featuring Former Teen Stars by Margaret Hall

Part interactive game show, part memoir, the Off-Broadway show relies heavily on audience participation to bring iconic moments in television history to life.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Alan Cumming, Ariana DeBose, Darren Criss & More to Headline Broadway And Vine In Napa

Alan Cumming, Ariana DeBose, and Darren Criss headline Broadway and Vine in Napa, an event blending Broadway performances with Napa Valley's renowned wine culture.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Every "Oh, Baby" in Broadway's & Juliet by & Juliet Broadway

Tag yourself we're oh baby number 7 #shorts #britney #britneyspears #broadway #andjuliet & Juliet is the hit Broadway musical created by the Emmy-winning writer of Schitt’s Creek & pop m…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:54PM

Milwauke Rep Will Undergo $78 Million Renovation

Demolition will soon begin for the $78 million renovation of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, aimed at enhancing accessibility and theatrical capabilities at the downtown Milwaukee complex.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

‘Forbidden Broadway’ Finds New Home Off Broadway by Greg Evans

The updated iteration of Gerard Alessandrini’s long-running Forbidden Broadway revue is heading back to Off Broadway following a brief flirtation with the prospect of a Broadway move. Forb…

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:44PM

The Outsiders Is Going on the Road in 2025 by Margaret Hall

The musical will launch its North American tour from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Check Out Photos of West End Return of Heathers the Musical by Andrew Gans

The musical adaptation of the 1989 cult film favorite features a book, music, and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O'Keefe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Previously Canceled FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG to Premiere Off-Broadway in August

The previously canceled Broadway run of Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole A Song, has found a new home! The show will be presented at Theater555 on West 42nd Street. Learn more and see ho…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:32PM

Maryann Plunkett (‘The Notebook’) on paying tribute to her mother and how Older Allie’s emotional arc is ‘a journey towards joy’ [Exclusive by David Buchanan

“We represent this beautiful, beautiful play and this beautiful company,” says Maryann Plunkett on how she and Dorian Harewood, her costar in the new musical “The Notebook,” feel abo…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:30PM

Unveiling the Future of Online Casino Games: What to Expect in 2024 by Aussie Theatre

Step into the future of online casino games and prepare to be astounded. As technology continues to advance at a

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 12:06PM

LaChanze Launches Production Company for Theater and More by Caitlin Huston

Tony Award winner LaChanze is launching her own multimedia production company. The company, LaChanze Productions, will seek to produce Broadway and other commercial theater projects, with an…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:00PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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The Outsiders Is Set to Rumble Across North America in Fall 2025 by Darryn King

The Outsiders, the Tony-nominated musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton and the 1983 film, will embark on a national tour. The tour will kick off in Tulsa—where the story is set—at t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:42AM

Michael Urie to Join Sutton Foster in Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway by Hayley Levitt

Michael Urie will join Sutton Foster in the Broadway revival of Once Upon a Mattress this summer. Urie returns to the role of Prince Dauntless while Foster reprises her performance as Winn…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:42AM

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Celebrates Pride With 'Drag Show' Exhibition Curated by Charles Busch

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation is celebrating Pride Month with its latest online exhibition, “Hirschfeld’s Drag Show,” now live online through August 15. The special guest curator for…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

Go Behind the Scenes at Broadway's Merrily We Roll Along by Margaret Hall

Leana Rae Concepcion took fans backstage while taking over Playbill's Instagram.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Watch Amber Riley, Loretta Devine, More in Trailer for World Premiere of Preacher's Wife Musical by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Tituss Burgess and Azie Dungey's stage musical version of the 1996 film plays Atlanta's Alliance Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Where Did the 77th Annual Tony Award Nominees Go to College? by Molly Higgins

Find out which colleges and universities have the most alumni among this year's Tony nominees.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Vox Media, The Atlantic Strike Deals With OpenAI by Caitlin Huston

Vox Media and The Atlantic have become the latest publishers to strike a deal with OpenAI.  At Vox Media, which owns Vox, The Verge, Eater, New York Magazine, The Cut, Vulture and SB Nation…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:26AM

Laughs in Spanish at Coral Gables is oh-so Miami by Bill Hirschman

By Raquel V. Reyes Laughs in Spanish is like a Friday night in Wynwood without the next day’s hangover. The one-act play by Alexis Scheer, Laughs in Spanish is making its Florida premiere …

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 11:24AM

Final Days To Vote For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards

The latest standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Tony Winner David Cromer to Direct New Musical I’m Almost There at 2024 Edinburgh Fringe by Margaret Hall

Written and performed by Todd Almond , the piece is a poignantly modern love story.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Hadestown's Zachary James to Offer Crazy Coqs Cabaret by Molly Higgins

James currently stars as Hades in the musical's West End production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Lempicka, The Wiz Cast Albums Get Updated Release Dates by Logan Culwell-Block

June will be an excellent month for Broadway fans when it comes to new cast albums!

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Photos: Step Inside Ben Platt's Palace Theatre Concert Residency by Margaret Hall

For the inaugural performance, Platt was joined by seven-time Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Michael Urie to Reprise His Prince Dauntless in Once Upon a Mattress Broadway Revival by Logan Culwell-Block

Sutton Foster is leading the new revival this summer, a transfer from New York City Center Encores!

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Michael Urie Joins Sutton Foster In Broadway-L.A. Revival Of ‘Once Upon A Mattress’ by Greg Evans

Michael Urie will reprise his Off Broadway performance opposite Sutton Foster in the upcoming Broadway summer transfer of Once Upon A Mattress, the Mary Rodgers musical newly adapted by Amy …

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:02AM

Mira Nadon, a Once-in-a-Generation Dancer at City Ballet by Gia Kourlas

Mira Nadon, the rising New York City Ballet principal, is coming off her best season yet. And it’s only the beginning.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:00AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Grosses w/e 5/26/2024 by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending on... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 5/26/2024 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

SOURCE: kendavenport.com at 10:38AM

Michael Urie Joins Sutton Foster in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway

 Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie will star alongside Tony Award winner Sutton Foster in Once Upon A Mattress on Broadway this summer! Tickets are on sale no…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

THE OUTSIDERS Will Launch National Tour in 2025

Tony-nominated Best Musical The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture, will officially open a North Am…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

CHICAGO Celebrates 35,000 Performances Worldwide

The record-breaking hit Chicago is celebrating 35,000 performances worldwide. The first tour of Chicago launched in 1997 and has continued in both North America and abroad ever since.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

Video: Wicked Gets Brickified With Full-Length LEGO Trailer by Andrew Gans

Four Wicked-Themed LEGO sets will be released this fall to celebrate the upcoming film of the international musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Can Box Office Predict Tony Wins? by Logan Culwell-Block

Best Revival of a Musical nominees Cabaret and Merrily We Roll Along, plus Best Musical nominee Hell's Kitchen were all at the top of the list last week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Cast Complete for London's The Baker's Wife Revival, Starring Lucie Jones, Clive Rowe by Andrew Gans

Gordon Greenberg will direct the Menier Chocolate Factory production of the Stephen Schwartz-Joseph Stein musical with choreography by Matt Cole.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Julie Benko and Matt Bogart Star in Theatre Raleigh's Jane Eyre Beginning May 29 by Andrew Gans

Megan McGinnis directs the chamber version of the Paul Gordon-John Caird musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Workshop of Jordan Luke Gage's Redcliffe Musical Begins May 29 by Andrew Gans

London's Other Palace presents the public performances of the new musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Broadway Box Office Slips A Tad In First Week Of 2024-2025 Season; 34 Productions Take In $35M by Greg Evans

Broadway box office was down just a bit last week, about 3%, with the first week of the 2024-2025 season reporting a total gross of $35,295,405 for 34 productions. Total attendance was off j…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:22AM

Broadway’s ‘The Outsiders’ Announces North American Tour to Launch Fall 2025 by Matthew Herzog

The Outsiders (Broadway cast). Photo: Matthew Murphy. Producers The Araca Group, American Zoetrope, Olympus Theatricals, Sue Gilad & Larry Rogowsky and Angelina Jolie have announced p…

SOURCE: tourstoyou.org at 10:21AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Two Pieces of Local Theatre Preservation News by Trav S.D.

Item One: Coney Island. A couple of weeks ago the Daily News announced a plan by Thor Equities to build a casino and other commercial retail in Coney Island. Though Thor has behaved rapaciou…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:54AM

LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 12

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally set to be released digitally today, May 29…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42AM

How Theatre Can Create Positive Change in Our Food Systems by Elena Morris

By Elena Morris. Food Tank’s Little Peasants bridged theatre and advocacy by staging an interactive play set during a union vote at a fictional international coffee chain.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:33AM

Video: Watch the WICKED Trailer Made Entirely Out of LEGOs

An all new version of the trailer for the forthcoming Wicked movie has been released - and this time it has been made entirely out of LEGOs! 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:18AM

Breaking down the designs of the 2024 Tony Award nominees for Best Costume Design of a Play by Ruthie Fierberg

The artists behind “An Enemy of the People,” “Appropriate,” “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” “Purlie Victorious” and “Stereophonic” reveal storytelling details in the co…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:12AM

Tell Us In 10: Deborah Ayorinde by Jennifer Dickson

In our profile series Tell Us In 10, we ask cast members and creatives of top London shows to tell us all about themselves in just 10 questions. From the best part of their jobs to the harde…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 09:08AM

Video: Watch the All New Teaser Trailer For Disney's MOANA 2

Walt Disney Animation Studios has released an all new teaser trailer for the highly anticipated film, Moana 2. This comes after a new poster was revealed yesterday. Check out the video here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Video: Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer Shares What 'The Lady of the Lake' is Doing Post-Broadway

Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer took to social media to share a fun video she made detailing what 'Lady of the Lake' is up to post-Broadway. This refers, of course, to the character Kritzer played …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:36AM

5 minutes with a Tony honoree: Dramatists Guild Foundation by Ruthie Fierberg

Shortly after their Tony Honor for Excellence was announced, Broadway News talked with Andrew Lippa and Rachel Routh of the foundation.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 08:29AM

Travel Back to Oz with New Highlights of WICKED on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: On October 30, 2003, a little show called Wicked opened at the Gershwin Theatre... the rest is history. Let us be glad! Let us be grateful and rejoycify that it…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Behold the Beast! Highlights from KING KONG on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: KING KONG opens tonight, Thursday November 8, at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) and you can check out a first look at the cast in action below! Learn mo…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Highlights of David Rossmer & Steve Rosen in THE OTHER JOSH COHEN! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The critically-acclaimed musical comedy THE OTHER JOSH COHEN opens Off-Broadway tonight, Monday November 12, at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street). The…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Becky Gulsvig Perform 'Me And The Sky' and More Highlights from COME FROM AWAY on Tour by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at Come From Away on Tour! Check out the video below! The touring production of Come From Away stars Kevin Carolan (Di…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Time to Dance! Highlights from THE PROM on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Formal attire requested! The Prom is now in performances at Broadway's Longacre Theatre and officially open tonight, November 15, 2018! Check out highlights of …

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Get Back in the Line with Highlights from New York City Center's A CHORUS LINE! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: New York City Center will soon present the 75th Anniversary gala presentation of A Chorus Line. The production will star Jay Armstrong Johnson (Bobby), Kate Bai…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Dance All Night with New Highlights of Laura Benanti in MY FAIR LADY! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Tony Award winner Laura Benanti just assumed the role of Eliza Doolittlein its award-winning production of Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady, directed by Bartlett S…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Highlights From Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Houston Ballet returns home for the holidays this season as Stanton Welch's production of The Nutcracker takes center stage at the Wortham Theater November 23-D…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

It's a Beautiful Life! Highlights from CLUELESS, THE MUSICAL! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The New Group is currently presenting Clueless, the Musical by Amy Heckerling in a world premiere production with choreography by Kelly Devine, directed by Kris…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Highlights of Bryan Cranston & More in NETWORK on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: NETWORK opened just last week at Broadway's Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street). NETWORK is directed by Tony and Olivier Award winner Ivo van Hove (The Damn…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Ruben and Clay Get Merry and Bright to Preview Their Broadway Holiday Show! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken join forces for a monumental, one-of-a-kind Holiday spectacular Broadway show. A family affair, the spectacular will see Ruben and…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Highlights of Gavin Lee in HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Two-time Tony Award®-nominated Broadway actor Gavin Lee steals Christmas this season in the title role of the Grinch in Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christ…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Carmen Cusack & More Preview Encores! CALL ME MADAM by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: For the second time in Encores! history-and to honor City Center's 75th Anniversary Season-the series is reviving one of its own revivals. A highlight o…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Highlights of Ethan Hawke & Paul Dano in TRUE WEST on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of Sam Shepard's Tony & Pulitzer Prize-nominated drama True West, directed by James Macdonald (The Chil…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

Song and Dance Man Tony Yazbeck Kicks Off American Songbook Series- Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Lincoln Center's American Songbook series just kicked off on Wednesday, January 30 with a thrilling performance of classic Broadway song and dance numbers by T…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:24AM

The play that changed my life: Complicité’s A Minute Too Late was a matter of life and death by Emily Woof

Our series on transformative theatrical discoveries continues with the moving 1984 show exploring our buttoned-up approach to mortality I had been brought up in Newcastle where the RSC used …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

MURIEL'S WEDDING THE MUSICAL Will Make its UK Premiere in 2025

Leicester’s Curve theatre will stage the UK premiere of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL next year! Performances will run from 10 April to 10 May 2025. Learn more about the upcoming producti…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM

Charles Busch is Curating a 'Drag Show' Hirschfeld Gallery for Pride Month by Logan Culwell-Block

The online exhibition celebrates queer-themed and queer-coded performances from Harvey Fierstein, Julie Andrews, BD Wong, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:02AM

Behind The Curtain with Cheyenne Jackson by Call Me Adam

How did I get my 2013 interview with Actor & Singer Cheyenne Jackson? FULL Behind-The-Curtain on my entertainment platform, Call Me Adam! #CheyenneJackson #BehindTheCurtain #CallMeAdam #Ce…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:00AM

Focusing the Lens: Gender Fucked Productions and Advancing Queer Art by Tristan Bruns

GFP is a nonprofit that produces performances, programs and workshops for queer and trans artists with a focus on organizational sustainability, equitable pay and intersectional collaboratio…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM

Dance Top 5: June 2024 by Sharon Hoyer

Whether it's communal experiences or intimate performances you seek, June dance has you covered.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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ToB: Wednesday, May 29, 2024; NY Classical’s Stephen Burdman by Matt Tamanini

Richard Sherman Dies, ‘JOB’ Sets Bway Plans, NY Classical’s Burdman Joins Grace “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

The 2023 - 2024 Season Stand Outs by JK

Last week was the official end of the 2023-2024 Broadway season, and it was remarkable, if for nothing else than the sheer quantity of offerings! We envy all of you that got the chance to se…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:32AM

Photos: Inside Opening Night of BEN PLATT: LIVE AT THE PALACE

All new photos have been released of Tony®, GRAMMY®, and Emmy® Award winner Ben Platt’s historic reopening of Broadway’s Palace Theatre. Check out the photos here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18AM

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 29, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:02AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Sydney to Host Special Sing-Along Performance of ‘& Juliet’ This Friday by Belaid S

Sydney, Australia – Prepare to unleash your inner superstar this Friday, 31 May, as the Sydney Lyric Theatre hosts a

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 06:09AM

Rita Moreno dishes on acting career, upcoming CT appearance and if Broadway return is in the stars by Christopher Arnott

Living legend Rita Moreno is the keynote speaker at this year's United Way Women United event on June 6 at the Connecticut Convention Center.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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New Intimate Theatre ‘Foundry Theatre’ Set to Open at Sydney Lyric by Belaid S

Sydney, Australia – A new chapter in Sydney’s vibrant theatre scene is unfolding as the transformation of the underutilised rear

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 05:58AM

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter Vivienne drops his last name in 'The Outsiders' Playbill

Vivienne Jolie-Pitt dropped her dad Brad Pitt's last name — and kept only her mom Angelina Jolie's maiden name — in “The Outsiders” Playbill, ...

SOURCE: Google at 05:18AM

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Daughter Vivienne Credited Without Dad's Last Name in 'The ... - MSN

The news of Vivienne's name change being featured in The Outsiders Playbill comes weeks after the April premiere at the Jacobs Theater in New York, ...

SOURCE: Google at 05:18AM

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Daughter Vivienne Credited Without Dad' - WHAS11

According to multiple reports, the Playbill for the Broadway production of The Outsiders -- which the Maleficent actress, 48, and her daughter ...

SOURCE: Google at 05:18AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Opera Australia brings a chart-topping tenor, a celebration of Puccini and ‘Brooklyn’s post-millennial Mozart’ to Melbourne by Aussie Theatre

Date: 26 July Venue: Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne The operatic adaptation of Lars von Trier’s sensational film Breaking the

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 03:19AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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REVIEW: King Arthur, Mercury Theatre Colchester ✭✭✭✭ by Paul T Davies

By Paul T Davies Paul T Davies reviews King Arthur at the Mercury Theatre Colchester. This post REVIEW: King Arthur, Mercury Theatre Colchester ✭✭✭✭ first appeared on British Theatre…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 02:57AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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How Australia Ranks In The Worldwide Gambling Statistics? by Aussie Theatre

To the citizens of Down Under Australia, gambling is not a foreign entertainment activity. From the legendary Melbourne Cup horse

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 01:43AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Kacey Musgraves & Ben Platt: "Rainbow" LIVE at the Palace by bwaySHO

Kacey Musgraves joins Ben Platt for opening night of his 3 week residency at the historic Palace Theatre. Tuesday was the reopening of the Palace. The superstar duo sang @KaceyMusgraves' hi…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:43AM

Samstag’s Kudlila season transcribes place and culture in two stirring exhibitions

The post Samstag’s Kudlila season transcribes place and culture in two stirring exhibitions appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:38AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards