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Exclusive: 'Love Is An Open Door' From Paper Mill's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - December 16, 2025
Get a first look at Samantha Williams and Sam Gravitte performing 'Love is An Open Door' from Paper Mill Playhouse's production of Disney's Frozen. Frozen continues performances throughout this holiday season, running through Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Paper Mill Playhouse.
McKenzie Kurtz Plays Final Performance in HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - December 16, 2025
McKenzie Kurtz has played her final performance in Heathers the Musical Off-Broadway. The Wicked alum took to Instagram to share that she took her final bow as 'Heather Chandler' on Monday night.
Simu Liu Will Make Broadway Debut in OH, MARY!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Actor Simu Liu will make his Broadway debut in the smash hit play Oh, Mary! Liu will join the Broadway comedy as “Mary’s Teacher” beginning on Tuesday, February 3, for performances through Tuesday, April 21.
Two Suspects Arrested After False Bomb Threat at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Two suspects were arrested after a false bomb threat was made on the evening of December 14 at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Learn more here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 16, 2025 - TITANIQUE Broadway Run Announced and More
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 16, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
JUST FOR ONE DAY – THE LIVE AID MUSICAL To Launch UK And Ireland Tour In 2027
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
JUST FOR ONE DAY – THE LIVE AID MUSICAL has announced a major UK and Ireland tour opening at Curve, Leicester, in March 2027. The production tells the story behind the 1985 Live Aid concerts and features music by artists including Queen, U2, David Bowie, and Madonna.
Video: WICKED Brazil Stars Perform ‘Sem Perdão à Bruxa’ (No One Mourns the Wicked'
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
Watch the stars of Brazil's non-replica production of Wicked perform ‘Sem Perdão à Bruxa’ (No One Mourns the Wicked' in new production footage. The video features Myra Ruiz as Elphaba and Fabi Bang as Glinda. The cast also includes Baccic, Karin Hils, Hipólyto, Arízio Magalhães, Luisa Bresser, and Thadeu Torres.
Photos: Christine Ebersole Appears At Sold-Out SOUND OF MUSIC SING-A-LONG At 92NY
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
Two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole appeared at 92NY’s sold-out Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long on Sunday, December 14. Check out photos of the event.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Carrie Coon
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
Carrie Coon is back on Broadway this holiday season! After taking the world be storm with acclaimed appearances in The Gilded Age and The White Lotus, she returns to the stage in Bug, written by her husband a frequent collaborator Tracy Letts. During a break from rehearsals, she shared which music gets her family in the spirit every year. 
GASTON Spin-off in the Works at Disney From Writer Dave Callaham
by Josh Sharpe - December 15, 2025
Disney is developing a new spin-off movie centering on the fan-favorite villain Gaston from Beauty and the Beast. The studio has recruited Dave Callaham to write the screenplay, with Michelle Rejwan set as a producer.
Prolific Filmmaker and Actor Rob Reiner Dies at 78
by Josh Sharpe - December 15, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that prolific filmmaker Rob Reiner, director of such films as When Harry Met Sally... and The Princess Bride, has died at the age of 78.
Photos: Hugh Jackman & More at SONG SUNG BLUE New York Premiere
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
On Thursday, December 11, the cast and crew of Song Sung Blue gathered at the AMC Lincoln Square 13 for the film's New York premiere. In attendance were stars Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Jim Belushi, and Michael Imperioli, among others. Check out photos now.
Photo: On the Red Carpet at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors
by Josh Sharpe - December 15, 2025
On Sunday, December 7, the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors took place in Washington, D.C., paying tribute to Broadway performer Michael Crawford, actor Sylvester Stallone, and more. Take a look at photos from the red carpet, featuring Crawford, Laura Osnes, Kelsey Grammer, and more.
THE BAKER'S WIFE Will be Recorded by NYPL
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
A performance of Classic Stage Company's The Baker’s Wife will be recorded by the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts for the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive.
TITANIQUE Will Open on Broadway at the St. James Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Titanique will dock on Broadway this spring! After playing for audiences in eight cities across the globe, the original musical – powered by the songs of pop icon Céline Dion – will make its much-anticipated Broadway debut in a 16-week limited engagement beginning March 26, 2026.
Video: Kecia Lewis Takes Final Bow in HELL'S KITCHEN on Broadway
by Michael Major - December 15, 2025
Kecia Lewis played her final performance in Hell's Kitchen on Broadway, celebrating the end of her Tony-winning run. Watch the video of Lewis, who won a Tony, Grammy, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards the role of 'Miss Liza Jane'
ART Broadway Revival Recoups Investment
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The Broadway revival of ART has reached recoupment during its limited engagement at the Music Box Theatre. The production stars Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris and is directed by Scott Ellis.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Becomes Tenth-Longest-Running Broadway Show
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The Book of Mormon is now the tenth-longest running show on Broadway. The musical's 5,462nd performance, taking place over the weekend, surpassed the run of the original production of Beauty and the Beast.
Hotel May Open in Place of a Casino at 1515 Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
After the bid to open a casino in Times Square was denied following a vote in September, 1515 Broadway may still be seeing a new venture. The office space, located above the Minskoff Theatre, will now be converted into a high-rise hotel.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 15, 2025- OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends For a Sixth Time and More
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Picnic At Hanging Rock with Tatianna Cordoba
by Jayke Workman - December 14, 2025
Tatianna Cordoba shares about her experience making her Broadway debut as Ana in the original cast of Real Women Have Curves, and the intricacies of navigating a career in theater as a Latin-American woman. We talk about her upbringing surrounded by art and culture, and how it led to her studying musical theater at Boston Conservatory before moving to NYC and working on almost exclusively new works.
Historic Spots To See From Your Favorite Broadway Shows
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - December 14, 2025
One of the best parts of seeing a show in New York City is how there is often a relevant historic spot to visit, just steps away from the show you’re seeing. Here's just a few examples...
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 5
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 5 performers in both age groups. Who’s ready to party? It’s The Great Gatsby week, so every song comes straight from the hit Broadway musical that has audiences cheering every night at the Broadway Theatre! Now starring Jeremy Jordan, it’s the biggest party on Broadway.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Cynthia Nixon
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2025
Cynthia Nixon has a lot to celebrate this holiday season! The acclaimed actress is back on Broadway Marjorie Prime, now running at the Hayes Theatre.  On opening night, she hit the red carpet to share some of her favorite holiday tunes. 
Video: Ben Platt Sings 'The Winner Takes It All' at the Ahmanson
by Gillian Blum - December 13, 2025
Check out the video of Ben Platt singing 'The Winner Takes It All' at Center Theatre Group’s presentation of Ben Platt: Live at the Ahmanson, which opened Friday, December 12 at the Ahmanson Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles.

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