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Playlist: Songs for a Broadway Snow Day
by Team BWW - January 17, 2026
2026 has begun and winter has officially arrived. As the temperatures drop and the winds of winter howl, have your very own Broadway snow day with these 25 songs that celebrate snow, ice, and all things winter!
Audition Differently In 2026
by Spencer Glass - January 17, 2026
Actor and Coach, Spencer Glass, walks us through ways to handle audition nerves, show up for ourselves, and enter auditions mindfully and with curiosity. No more negative energy. Check back monthly for more actor wisdom from Spencer. 
THE GREAT GATSBY's Drew Lake Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - January 17, 2026
The Great Gatsby's Drew Lake is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along as Lake takes our Instagram followers behind-the-scenes of the hit Broadway musical.
Video: Betsy Wolfe Takes Her First Bow In DEATH BECOMES HER On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2026
Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe began performances as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her tonight, Friday, January 16. Go inside the Lunt-Fontanne for tonight's curtain call as Betsy takes her first bow in a new social post! Watch the video below!
Video: Bernadette Peters Surprises Carol Burnett at PALM ROYALE Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Watch as Bernadette Peters surprises her friend and former Annie co-star Carol Burnett at the finale of Palm Royale, with a performance of 'I'm So Glad We Had This Time Together', the song that closed each episode of The Carol Burnett Show.
LIBERATION to Present Broadway Babysitter Matinee Offering Free in-Home Childcare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
A special Broadway Babysitter Matinee will take place at Liberation on Broadway.   Families can request up to 5 hours of free childcare for up to 3 children.
Photo: First Look at Betsy Wolfe as 'Madeline Ashton' in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe begins performances as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her. Get a first look at Wolfe as Madeline Ashton in the production here!
Video: How AMDA College of the Performing Arts Is Shaping the Stars of Tomorrow
by Nicole Rosky - January 16, 2026
There's no place like AMDA when it comes to honing your craft, and Sara Elder and Jeffery Walker III know all about it. Not only are they current AMDA students, but they were also finalists for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, presented by, you guessed it... AMDA! 
Riz Ahmed-Led HAMLET Sets North American Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - January 16, 2026
Hamlet, a new reimagining of the Shakespeare tragedy, has been acquired by Vertical for North American distribution. The movie will be released in U.S. theaters on April 10.
Review Roundup: THE DISAPPEAR Off-Broadway at Audible Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Audible Theater is presenting the world premiere play The Disappear, a new comedy written and directed by BAFTA Award nominee Erica Schmidt. See what the critics are saying in BroadwayWorld's review roundup!
Video: Carrie Coon Reveals Medical Scare That Led to Cancelled BUG Performances
by Josh Sharpe - January 16, 2026
Carrie Coon is setting the record straight about the recent cancelled performances of Bug on Broadway. While on Late Night with Seth Meyers, the performer shared insight into the illness that led to the cancellation of an Act 2 matinee and the final preview performance. Watch the conversation now.
Photos: New Look At Nick Fradiani and More In A BEAUTIFUL NOISE National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2026
New production photos have been released for the national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical. The tour stars Nick Fradiani and is currently playing in Seattle, with additional cities scheduled nationwide.
Listen: Gloria Onitiri Sings 'Our Lady of the Underground' From HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2026
An all new single, “Our Lady of the Underground”, had been released from Hadestown. The track features Gloria Onitiri, who performed the role of Persephone in the Original West End company. Listen here!
Sophie Carmen-Jones and Jacqueline B. Arnold Will Return to CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2026
Chicago on Broadway will welcome the return of Sophie Carmen-Jones in the role of “Velma Kelly” and Jacqueline B. Arnold in the role of “Matron Mama Morton” beginning Monday, January 26 at the Ambassador Theatre. 
Dylan Mulvaney, Abigail Barlow, and More Join SIX on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2026
Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’s musical, SIX, has found its new Queens! The cast will be led by Dylan Mulvaney, Abigail Barlow, Olivia Donalson, Abigail Barlow, and Anna Uzele.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 16, 2026- HELL'S KITCHEN Sets Broadway Closing and More
by - January 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Meet the Next On Stage Finalists: Ava Greenberg
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Just weeks ago we learned which talented contestants will move forward to the finale of Next On Stage, sponsored by AMDA and Atlantic Acting School! The Top 3 are getting ready to show us what they've got in New York City, as they prepare to perform at the famed 54 Below.
Meet the Next On Stage Finalists: Gabe Richardson
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Who will win the competition? You'll have to tune into the live finale on Sunday, January 18 (12pm ET) to find out! Until then, we are getting to know the students one by one. Meet College contestant Gabe Richardson from Denver, Colorado.
Video: Paul Mescal Sings In School Production Of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by A.A. Cristi - January 15, 2026
Before his rise as a leading screen and stage actor, Paul Mescal was another high school kid donning a cape and a half-mask in a school production of The Phantom of the Opera. Check out a new archival video of Paul performing the title role and the iconic song, 'Music of the Night.'
Photos/Video: New Look At SPAMALOT National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - January 15, 2026
New photos and video highlights have been released for the North American tour of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s SPAMALOT. 
Video: Cost n' Mayor Give a Sneak Peek of 11 TO MIDNIGHT
by Nicole Rosky - January 15, 2026
BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge spoke with Cost n’ Mayor (Austin & Marideth Telenko) about their world premiere dance story, 11 to Midnight, premiering at the historic Orpheum Theatre in the heart of New York City’s East Village this spring.
Video: Carrie Coon Reflects on Audience Reactions to Broadway's BUG
by Josh Sharpe - January 15, 2026
Bug star Carrie Coon recently visited Live with Kelly and Mark to talk about her experience in the show, along with the response she has received from audience members. Check out the discussion now.
Video: Jordan Litz, Keri Rene Fuller and More Sing 'Defying Gravity'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026
You can now watch Jordan Litz (Wicked’s current Fiyero), Keri René Fuller (Wicked’s upcoming Elphaba), Mary Kate Morrissey (former Elphaba), and Allie Trimm (current Glinda) perform a 'Swankified Stairwell Session' of Defying Gravity!
HELL'S KITCHEN Sets Broadway Closing Date; Brandon Victor Dixon to Return
by Stephi Wild - January 15, 2026
The Tony Award, Grammy Award and Drama League Award-winning musical HELL’S KITCHEN has announced its closing date on Broadway. Learn more about the show and how to still catch it on Broadway here!
BroadwayWorld Seeks College Student Bloggers for Spring 2026
by Team BWW - January 15, 2026
Calling all theatre-loving college kids! Share your knowledge, recommendations, and school tips in blogs for BroadwayWorld. Find out more about how you can blog for us here!

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