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VIDEO: Rachel John and Jeannette Bayardelle Preview 'Make You Feel My Love' from Broadway-Bound GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2019

A new video was released today celebrating the hit musical Girl from the North Country. Filmed in the Dylan Room at the historic Troubadour in London, the video features stars Rachel John (Mrs. Neilsen in the West End and Toronto productions) and Jeannette Bayardelle (Mrs. Neilsen at The Public and on Broadway) meeting and performing together for the first time. Click below to watch them perform a beautiful rendition of Bob Dylan's iconic song, 'Make You Feel My Love,' accompanied by orchestrator Simon Hale.

Wake Up With BWW 9/27: THE INHERITANCE Begins Previews, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Casting, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2019

Today's top stories: The Inheritance begins previews, Girl From the North Country has announced initial casting, and more!

Breaking: Mare Winningham, Todd Almond, Caitlin Houlahan & More Will Return for GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2019

Casting has been announced today for the Broadway production of the hit musical Girl from the North Country. Reprising their roles from the production at The Public Theater will be Todd Almond, Jeannette Bayardelle, Matthew Frederick Harris, Caitlin Houlahan, Robert Joy, Tony Award nominee Marc Kudisch, Luba Mason, Ben Mayne, Tom Nelis, Tony Award nominee David Pittu, Colton Ryan, John Schiappa, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, Rachel Stern, Chelsea Lee Williams, and Tony/Academy Award nominee & two-time Emmy Award winner Mare Winningham. Joining the production in the role of Nick Laine will be Jay O. Sanders. Complete casting will be announced soon.

Photo: Lin-Manuel Miranda Hits the OKLAHOMA! Chili Line
by Julie Musbach - May 8, 2019

One of the hottest lines on Broadway isn't for rush tickets or the stage door, it's for Aunt Eller's chili at Oklahoma! Spotted this week was Lin-Manuel Miranda sampling the tasty morsel. Check out the photo below!

Photo Flash: Paige Davis Wins Big at BROADWAY BEE
by Julie Musbach - May 8, 2019

Monday night at NYC's Le Poisson Rouge, the fourth annual Broadway Bee competition scored impressive success. Broadway stars, cast mates, and supporters raised $41,898 for Broadway Bound Kids' arts education programs. Paige Davis, representing team Chicago, took home the grand prize trophy.

Photo Flash: Brooklyn Diner Times Square Honors OKLAHOMA!'s Mary Testa With 'Aunt Eller's Chili'
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2019

The Brooklyn Diner Times Square (155 West 43rd Street) honored Tony nominee Mary Testa, Aunt Eller in the hit Tony nominated revival of Oklahoma! by renaming their signature chili, 'Aunt Eller's Chili.'

Photo Flash: Oh What a Beautiful Evening! Kristin Chenoweth and Jesse Tyler Ferguson Visit OKLAHOMA!
by Julie Musbach - May 3, 2019

Oklahoma native Kristin Chenowith took to the plains to see the hit Tony Award nominated "Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!" at Circle in the Square. After the show she joined fellow attendee Jesse Tyler Ferguson to congratulate the stars, Damon Daunno, Ali Stroker, James Davis and Will Brill. Check out the photos below!

VIDEO: OKLAHOMA!'s Ali Stroker is Her Most Powerful Self on Stage
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 3, 2019

Actress Ali Stroker made history as the first Broadway performer in a wheelchair. Now she's nominated for a Tony Award. Stroker joins 'CBS This Morning' to share how the production of "Oklahoma!" brings a modern twist to the classic musical.

TV: OKLAHOMA's Mallory Portnoy Takes Over Instagram For Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - Apr 8, 2019

Everything really is going our way because we got an inside look at last night's opening of the new reimagined revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! Cast member Mallory Portnoy, who plays Gertie, gave as a behind-the-scenes peek of her official Broadway debut, from pre-show to the after party! In case you missed it (or just want to experience it all again), we've compiled Mallory's posts for you to enjoy. You cain't say no to this, so check out all the footage below!

TV: OKLAHOMA! Is Doin' Fine on Opening Night! Plus Performance Highlights!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Apr 8, 2019

There was a bright, golden haze on the Circle in the Square Theatre last night, where Broadway's best gathered to celebrate the opening night of a Rodgers and Hammerstein classic. Oklahoma! will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

Photo Coverage: Rosie O'Donnell, Ben Platt & More Walk the Red Carpet at OKLAHOMA! Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 8, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! opened last night, April 7, at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre. It will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

Photo Coverage: The Cast of OKLAHOMA! Has a Beautiful Day at the Opening Night Cast Party
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 8, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! opened last night, April 7, at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre. It will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

Review Roundup: OKLAHOMA! on Broadway - Did the Critics Have a Beautiful Day at the Circle in the Square?
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! officially opened tonight, April 7, at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre. It will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

OKLAHOMA's Mallory Portnoy Takes Over Instagram For Opening Night Tomorrow!
by Linnae Medeiros - Apr 6, 2019

Oh, what a beautiful day because Mallory Portnoy, who plays Gertie in the new Broadway revival of Oklahoma!, is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story for the show's opening night tomorrow, April 7th! Make sure to tune in all day to get a behind-the-scenes look at the reimagined production and to see as Mallory gets ready to make her official Broadway debut! You cain't say no to a takeover like this!

Photo Flash: First Look at OKLAHOMA! on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is officially in previews at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre with an official opening on April 7, 2019. It will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

TV: Broadway Hits the Red Carpet at OKLAHOMA!
by TV - Red Carpets - Apr 7, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is officially in previews at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre with an official opening on Sunday, April 7, 2019. It will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

VIDEO: Ali Stroker Performs 'I Cain't Say No' From OKLAHOMA! on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is officially in previews at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre. Some of the cast, including Ali Stroker, appeared on last night's The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Watch Stroker perform her big number, I Cain't Say No, below!

BWW Flashback: A Look Back on OKLAHOMA's Broadway History
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2019

Oklahoma! is back on the Great White Way! Oklahoma! is no stranger to Broadway. In fact, it's been here five times before. Take a look back at the Broadway history of this iconic musical!

VIDEO: Watch Ali Stroker Sing 'I Cain't Say No' from OKLAHOMA! on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 19, 2019

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is officially in previews at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre with an official opening on Sunday, April 7, 2019. It will play a limited engagement through Sunday, September 1, 2019.

Oh What a Beautiful Day! OKLAHOMA! on Broadway Begins Previews Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2019

Oklahoma! officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, March 19, at the Circle in the Square Theatre.

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