Monday, September 30, 2024

Gypsy Broadway Revival Completes Featured Cast; Kevin Csolak to Play Tulsa by Hayley Levitt

Featured casting is complete for the Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald as Momma Rose. Directed by five-time Tony winner George C. Wolfe with choreography by four-time Ton…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:06AM
Thursday, September 26, 2024

Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler Make Their Broadway Debuts in Romeo + Juliet Tonight by Darryn King

Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler as the star-cross'd lovers, begins performances tonight at Circle in the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:12AM
Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Video: Watch Taylor Swift & Katy Perry Sing WEST SIDE STORY In Throwback VMAs Promo

In honor of the Video Music Awards airing tonight on MTV, rewatch the West Side Story-themed promos for the award show from 2009, featuring Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and more. Written by Lin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:32PM
Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Rachel Zegler Sings 'Gimme Gimme' at Elsie Fest by BroadwayWorld

Watch West Side Story and Romeo + Juliet star Rachel Zegler sing "Gimme Gimme" from Thoroughly Modern Millie at Elsie Fest! #shorts

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:42PM
Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Looking Forward to Fall: September - November 2024 by JK

Where did summer go? Personally, I'm happy for the fall - it'll get cooler, the leaves will turn, and the new Broadway season will be in full swing! As always, though, before we look ahead, …

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:18AM
Tuesday, August 27, 2024

‘Romeo And Juliet’ Starring Kit Connor & Rachel Zegler Extends Upcoming Broadway Run By Four Weeks by Greg Evans

The upcoming Broadway reimagined revival of Romeo And Juliet starring Heartstopper‘s Kit Conner and West Side Story‘s Rachel Zegler has extended its run by four weeks due to strong advan…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:00AM
Monday, August 26, 2024

Josh Rivera Recalls Quitting High School Football to Appear in LES MISERABLES

In a new interview, Josh Rivera, known for his role in West Side Story, recalled some of his earlier theater experiences including how he quit playing football to star in a high school produ…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:42PM
Thursday, August 22, 2024

West Side Story (musical) August 20-25, 2024 at Starlight Theatre, Kansas City MO - W M

West Side Story Playbill from Starlight Theatre Kansas City, MO) KANSAS CITY SHOWTIMES Tue 08/20/2024 8:00PM Wed 08/21/2024 8:00PM Thu 08/22/2024 ...

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Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Patrick Pacheco Opens Up About Putting Pen to Paper with Chita Rivera by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: She was born Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero—until the entertainment world renamed her. But Dolores—the irreverent side of the sensual, dark and feroci…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Broadway Legend (and Author) Chita Rivera Unpacks Her Life in the Theatre by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: She was born Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero—until the entertainment world renamed her. But Dolores—the irreverent side of the sensual, dark and feroci…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM
Monday, August 19, 2024

Around the TheatreScene July/August 2024 by JK

Over the course of each month, we'll collect pictures and newsy tidbits from the "TheatreScene." We'll be scouring Twitter, Instagram and other social media for interesting items. And we'd l…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:03AM
Thursday, August 15, 2024

Kyle Selig Will Lead Water for Elephants on Broadway After Grant Gustin Departs by Hayley Levitt

Kyle Selig, last seen on Broadway as the original Aaron Samuels in the musical adaptation of Mean Girls, will take over as Jacob Jankowski in Water for Elephants at the Imperial Theatre.�…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:00AM
Wednesday, August 14, 2024

“Snow White” Actress Posts “Free Palestine,” Threatens Success of Broadway Show This Fall, 2025 Movie by Roger Friedman

Actress Rachel Zegler will not keep her opinions to herself, no matter how unpopular. Yesterday, Zegler — who became better known thanks to Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story — Twee…

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 12:35AM
Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Jordan Fisher, Rachel Zegler, John Gallagher Jr. and More Join Elsie Fest by Darryn King

Elsie Fest, the Broadway-centric music festival co-created and produced by Darren Criss, has announced its lineup, venue and performance details. The event will take place September 8 at Th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:00PM
Saturday, August 3, 2024

Gustavo Dudamel Conducts in ¡VIVA MAESTRO! Clip by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The documentary follows one of the world’s greatest and beloved musicians, Gustavo Dudamel (Music & Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and cond…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:20AM
Thursday, July 25, 2024

WEST SIDE STORY Rumbles Back to Broadway in 2009! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Just last month, Broadway celebrated the return of West Side Story- a daring new interpretation from director Ivo van Hove. In 2009, Broadway was celebrating th…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:12AM
Monday, July 22, 2024

First Look At Zach Adkins In WEST SIDE STORY at NC Theatre by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: BroadwayWorld has a first look at NC Theatre's WEST SIDE STORY, playing now through October 20th at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Ralei…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:12PM
Friday, July 19, 2024

Konversations with Keeme: Be One with WEST SIDE STORY by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Fourteen year old Ajibola Tajudeen, better known as Keeme, is the host of New Paradigm Theatre's web series now in it's third season here on BroadwayWorld. 'Kon…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:02PM

Konversations with Keeme: A Chat with Lt. Roncinske by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: This week's Konversations with Keeme features Lieutenant Thomas Roncinske.  He's a 29 year veteran of the Norwalk Police department and the Division Comman…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:02PM
Thursday, July 18, 2024

Konversations with Keeme: WEST SIDE STORY Auditions! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Fourteen year old Ajibola Tajudeen, better known as Keeme, is the host of New Paradigm Theatre's web series now in it's third season here on BroadwayWorld. 'Ko…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:36AM
Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Ariana Debose and Broadway and Vine audience get surprise of a lifetime by Lily Janiak

The three-year-old Napa concert series inaugurated its summer season with not one, but two, “West Side Story” Anitas.

SOURCE: San Francisco Chronicle at 03:47PM
Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Meet the Sharks and Jets of Paper Mill Playhouse's WEST SIDE STORY! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Paper Mill Playhouse will present Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernsteinand Stephen Sondheim's classic musical West Side Story, directed by Paper Mill Playhouse's P…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:48AM
Monday, July 1, 2024

They Made It a Musical at the Playhouse! | July 18 - 20 by Westport Country Playhouse

A concert celebrating Broadway’s greatest musicals and the works that inspired them! Thursday, July 18 at 8PM; Friday, July 19 at 8PM; Saturday, July 20 at 3PM & 8PM “THEY MADE IT A MUS…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:36PM
Thursday, June 27, 2024

Grant Gustin to Depart Water for Elephants in September by Darryn King

Grant Gustin, who made his Broadway debut as Jacob Jankowski in Water for Elephants, will play his final performance in the show on September 1. His replacement is yet to be announced. On s…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM
Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Play It Again: West Side Story's "Something's Coming" by JK

Play It Again: West Side Story's "Somewhere" For this new series, Jeff has invited me to choose some classic Broadway show tunes and compare versions of these songs from several different c…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:48AM
Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Tomorrow We Love by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

The play is framed, movie style, by a trial of the leading character, so that the bulk of the play becomes a flashback to what led up to it. However, the show which is occasionally amusing i…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:09PM
Monday, June 17, 2024

Special Sneak - WEST SIDE STORY Opens on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: West Side Story returned to Broadway in a new production directed by its two-time Tony Award winning librettist Arthur Laurents. West Side Story opened at the P…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:12PM

Natasha Richardson, 'BLITHE', 'reasons' Rehearses and WEST SIDE STORY! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Another theatre packed episode is ready, we remember the beautiful light that was Natasha Richardson, spend opening night with Blithe Spirit, rehearse with 'rea…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:12PM

Ariana DeBose Pays Tribute To Chita Rivera At Tony Awards: “I Literally Would Not Be Here Without Chita Blazing The Trail” by Armando Tinoco

Ariana DeBose, remembering the late West Side Story star, presented a Chita Rivera tribute at the Tony Awards. At the end of the homage, the awards show host would take the stage and recreat…

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:03AM
Sunday, June 16, 2024

Video: Chita Rivera is Honored in a Special Performance on the Tony Awards

A special performance during the Tony Awards paid tribute to Chita Rivera who sadly passed away in January of this year. The performance showcased some of Chita's best and most iconic work, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48PM

Video: Ben Platt Welcomes Jennifer Hudson and Sam Smith as Final Guests at Palace Residency

Platt and Sam Smith performed a cover of Smith's song 'Lay Me Down,' and Jennifer Hudson joined Platt for a cover of the West Side Story classic 'Somewhere.' Watch videos of the performances…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:32PM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
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