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The 15 Best US Cities to See Theatre
by Sidney Paterra - May 26, 2024


Ready for a vacation and want to fit some theatre-going into your itinerary? You're in luck, because all the world's a stage. Literally! BroadwayWorld has pulled together a list of the fifteen best cities across the country for seeing theatre. 

Video: Maryann Plunkett Is Honored to Represent Allie's Other Two Thirds
by Joey Mervis - May 26, 2024


In this video, Tony nominee Maryann Plunkett chats about why The Notebook means so much to her, her connection with the rest of her cast, and so much more.

Today's MOTHER PLAY Matinee Canceled Due to Illness
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024


According to Second Stage's Instagram story, the matinee of Mother Play has been canceled this afternoon due to 'an illness within the company.'

Ani DiFranco Says She's Writing A Musical
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024


Ani DiFranco revealed that she was commissioned to write a new musical on WNYC's All of It with Alison Stewart. The segment was guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Tick, Tick, Boom! with Eric Rosen
by Jayke Workman - May 26, 2024


We talk about the balance of work and home life, as Eric has a young son with his husband, performer Claybourne Elder. Eric also touches on the responsibilities of running a non-profit organization, on top of being the director of internal productions. Eric provides such amazing insights on what it means to run a regional theater, and on top of it all he is a total delight. U don't wanna miss this episode!

MARY POPPINS Composer Richard M. Sherman Has Passed Away at 95
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024


Composer Richard M. Sherman passed away at 95 due to age-related illness at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, on Saturday, May 25th.

Daniel Reichard Organizes Fundraiser for Christian Hoff's Cancer Battle
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


Daniel Reichard has organized a GoFundMe to provide support for Tony Award-winner and original Jersey Boys star Christian Hoff's battle with cancer.

Bebe Neuwirth, Huey Lewis, Jeremy Jordan, and More Set for 2024 Broadway Teachers Workshop
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


Celebrating its 24th year, the Broadway Teachers Workshop is an enormously popular three-day series of interactive workshops and seminars with prominent Broadway artists, tickets to four (4) hit shows, and post-show discussions with cast and crew.

Broadway Jukebox: Broadway's Best Duets
by Sidney Paterra - May 25, 2024


Enjoy songs from musicals like: Little Shop of Horrors, Jekyll and Hyde, Chess, Miss Saigon, Wicked, Rent, Gypsy, Ragtime, Hamilton, Guys and Dolls, Newsies, Heathers, Be More Chill, Footloose, The Secret Garden, and more.

Video: William Jackson Harper Says His Nomination Is Icing on the Cake
by Joey Mervis - May 25, 2024


In this video, Tony nominee William Jackson Harper chats about his shock to be in such company, why his Uncle Vanya cast means so much to him, and so much more.

Video: Brian d'Arcy James Is Still Smelling the Roses
by Robert Bannon - May 24, 2024


Tony Nominee Brian d’Arcy James is here! His turn in Days Of Wine and Roses was vocals, acting, and storytelling at its best. He tells us how he was able to tell that emotional rollercoaster eight shows a week!

Photos: First Look at Amber Riley & More in THE PREACHER'S WIFE World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2024


Get a first look at photos of The Preacher's Wife at Alliance Theatre! Learn how to purchase tickets.

BEAUTY & THE BEAST, LEGALLY BLONDE, 44 LIGHTS– Check Out This Week's Top Stage Mags
by Lauren Hilton - May 24, 2024


Each week, we'll be highlighting the top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! Want to create a FREE Stage Mag for your own show? This week includes productions from from Rialto II Theatre, Jo Adamson Theatre, & AMT Theater.

Video: Joshua Henry Sings Acoustic Version of 'New Music' From RAGTIME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2024


Joshua Henry, who will be starring as Coalhouse Walker Jr. in Ragtime at New York City Center, took to Instagram to share an acoustic version of the song 'New Music'. Watch here!

Up on the Marquee: Ben Platt LIVE AT THE PALACE
by Jennifer Broski - May 24, 2024


Ben Platt is coming back to Broadway! The Tony winner will play a three-week concert residency this May at Broadway's recently remodeled Palace Theatre.

Video: Maleah Joi Moon on Her Tony Nomination- 'What Is Going On?!'
by Joey Mervis - May 24, 2024


In this video, watch as Tony nominee Maleah Joi Moon chats about her character, why this nomination means so much to her, and so much more.

Brooke Shields Elected President of Actors' Equity Association
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024


Brooke Shields has officially been elected as president of Actors’ Equity Association. Learn more about the full results of the election here.

Photos: Inside the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 24, 2024


Just yesterday, the Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, celebrated the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. View a full list of winners and check out photos from inside the special event here.

Photos: Senator Cory Booker, Bonnie Milligan, Euan Morton & Iain Armitage Visit SUFFS
by Bruce Glikas - May 24, 2024


The Music Box Theatre recently welcomed some very special guests! Cory Booker, Bonnie Milligan, Euan Morton and son, Iain Armitage stopped by to see the six-time Tony-nominated Suffs and posed backstage with the cast afterwards. Check out photos here.

Exclusive: Laura Benanti Visits HADESTOWN to Promote Her New Solo Show
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2024


Laura Benanti went way down to Hadestown to promote her solo comedy show, Nobody Cares! Check out what stars Phillip Boykin and Isa Briones thought in this video.

AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE's Michael Imperioli Opens 2nd Manhattan Bar
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024


Michael Imperioli, who is currently starring in An Enemy of the People on Broadway, recently opened a bar in Manhattan's Upper West Side. Now he's done it again! Learn more about his new location here!

Photos: Sara Bareilles Visits Ingrid Michaelson at THE NOTEBOOK
by Bruce Glikas - May 24, 2024


The Schoenfeld Theatre just welcomed a very special guest! Sara Bareilles visited her pal Ingrid Michaelson at The Notebook and posed backstage with the cast afterwards. Check out photos here.

Up on the Marquee: TAMMY FAYE
by Jennifer Broski - May 24, 2024


Tammy Faye is coming to Broadway! The new musical will begin preview performances on October 19th and will officially open on November 14th, 2024. Check out photos of the new marquee!

Photos: Inside Manhattan Theatre Club's 2024 Spring Gala
by Bruce Glikas - May 24, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club just presented its annual Spring Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening included performances by the casts of many of this Broadway season’s most acclaimed musicals, including Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Days of Wine and Roses, The Great Gatsby, The Notebook, The Outsiders, The Who’s Tommy, and Water For Elephants. Check out photos from the big night!

Up on the Marquee: OH, MARY!
by Jennifer Broski - May 24, 2024


Oh, boy! Oh, Mary! is coming to Broadway! Written by and starring Cole Escola and directed by Sam Pinkleton, the New York Times Critic’s Pick will begin previews at the Lyceum Theatre on June 26.


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