Faith Prince News

Betty Boop is making her stage debut...and thanks to Jasmine Amy Rogers in the role, she’s making a real star turn. I truly didn’t know what to expect when BOOP! THE MUSICAL was announced. How would a cartoon character featured primarily in animated shorts from 1930-1939 make her way into a 2023 musical? The answer ends up being a conventionally plotted, enjoyable visual wonder with some classic big musical numbers. BOOP! THE MUSICAL brings the bops and good vibes.

Get ready for Betty! BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical has officially opened its pre-Broadway run in Chicago at the CIBC Theatre. The reviews are coming in now. Find out what the critics are saying about the show here!

Get a first loo at photos and video of Boop! The Betty Boop Musical.

Watch Jerry Mitchell discuss developing BOOP: The Betty Boop Musical in Chicago on ABC 7!

The Carbonell Awards adds four new judges to its panel, bringing the total number to 42. These judges will evaluate productions at professional theaters across South Florida.

Eden Casteel has a big voice and a big heart, and both were on display at Don’t Tell Mama on Tuesday night for “Kahn Artist: Madeline and Me.” Having premiered the show at The Arctic Playhouse and Cabaret in Rhode Island in July of 2022, Casteel presented the third of four NYC performances to a small but very appreciative crowd.

BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical officially began previews in Chicago last night, November 19.  The musical plays at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) through December 24. Check out the video of the first curtain call here!

In advance of preview performances of BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL starting this weekend at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago, an all new video has been released of Jasmine Amy Rogers performing 'Where I Wanna Be' in the studio! Check out the video here!

Broadway In Chicago's BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical met the press this week at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. BroadwayWorld sat down with the cast and creative team to talk about bringing the beloved character to the stage.

First look! Broadway In Chicago's BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical met the press this week at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. Get your first look at the world premiere cast performing, 'Where I Wanna Be' led by Jasmine Amy Rogers, in a production from Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell.  See the video!

Join Grammy Award-winning star of Broadway's 'Hadestown,' Reeve Carney, as he returns to Chelsea Table + Stage for a special tribute to Led Zeppelin in 'The Flying Yardbird.'

Celebrate, be amazed, and be entertained at Feinstein's over the next two weeks with free concerts, magic shows, and more.

Broadway In Chicago has released a first look inside rehearsal for BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. See the video!

Join Talia Suskauer, star of Broadway's 'WICKED,' in a captivating new show directed by Ari Axelrod. Don't miss this exciting performance featuring Geoffrey Ko as the music director. Livestream option available.

Under the auspices of Bing Productions, Springfield Chamber Players' (formerly MOSSO) second concert of the fall will be on Saturday, November 18, 7:30pm at Asbury Hall in Springfield's Trinity United Methodist Church.

Join theatre journalist Eddie Shapiro as he sits down with Broadway's leading ladies for intimate conversations about their careers. RSVP now and get a chance to understand the life of a performing artist.

Eden Casteel celebrates Madeline Kahn in 'Kahn Artist: Madeline And Me' at Don't Tell Mama. An intimate look at the trials and triumphs of both Kahn and Casteel, with iconic songs, compelling stories, and hilarious anecdotes. Directed by Faith Prince, with musical arrangements by Jim Rice and Bobby Peaco. Reserve now at www.donttellmamanyc.com.

Experience the incredible talent of Michael Lee Brown, star of Broadway's 'Dear Evan Hansen,' in a live performance at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 4th. Enjoy an evening filled with Broadway favorites, original songs, and special guests. Don't miss this unforgettable night of music. Livestream option available.

On October 16th at 7:30 pm, The Drama Book Shop will host 'Here's to the Ladies' a talk back and book signing with Eddie Shapiro.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 29, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.