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Tickets to WICKED National Tour at the Fabulous Fox on Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 19, 2015

After breaking box office records in the four previous engagements, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre this holiday season from December 9 - January 3.  Tickets for the return engagement go on sale today, September 19. Tickets will be available online at MetroTix.com, by phone at 314-534-1111 and in person at the Fox Theatre Box Office.

Who Should Lead Disney's Live-Action MARY POPPINS? Hathaway, Blunt Are Current Favorites
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 18, 2015

BoyleSports, an Ireland-based online betting firm, announced this week that Oscar-winner Anne Hathaway leads the race as favorite actress to take on the role of the iconic nanny, with 6/4 odds.

Photo Flash: First Look at Oliver Savile, Sean Kearns, Daniel Hope and More in West End's WICKED
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 17, 2015

WICKED, the classic West End musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, is pleased to release the first pictures of Oliver Savile (Fiyero), Sean Kearns (Doctor Dillamond) and Daniel Hope (Boq) who will join Broadway star Tom McGowan (The Wizard) and current cast members Emma Hatton (Elphaba), Savannah Stevenson (Glinda), Liza Sadovy(Madame Morrible) and Katie Rowley Jones (Nessarose) at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre from Monday 21 September 2015.

Breaking News: Rob Marshall Will Direct Disney's New MARY POPPINS Film; Shaiman & Wittman Will Write Score
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 14, 2015

It's Mary that we love, and Mary's coming back! According to Variety, Rob Marshall (Into the Woods, Chicago) will direct a Disney reboot of their classic 1964 film, Mary Poppins. The project will be produced by John DeLuca and Marc Platt. The film will reportedly take place 20 years after the events of the original movie, and will include 'storylines from the P.L. Travers' children books focusing on the magical nanny's continued adventures with the Banks family.' Casting has not yet been announced. 

PHOTO FLASH: WICKED's Caroline Bowman and Kara Lindsay Work Their Magic With The U.S. Open Trophy
by Michael Dale - Sep 9, 2015

While pro tennis stars Serena and Venus Williams faced each other, the stars of Broadway's Wicked worked their magic to get a hold of the coveted U.S. Open Trophy.

West End's WICKED Extends Thru November 2016
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 4, 2015

WICKED, the classic West End musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, is delighted to announce the opening of its 20th new booking period, on Monday 7 September 2015 at 10.00am, with over 500,000 new tickets going on sale for performances until Saturday 5 November 2016.

PHOTO FLASH: Great Godfrey Corn Maze Designed as WICKED Logo
by Michael Dale - Sep 4, 2015

The 7-acre field has been designed to replicate the iconic artwork for the Broadway musical.

Ticket to WICKED's Return to Marcus Center on Sale 9/14
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2015

WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to Milwaukee during the Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center series on November 4-15. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Monday, September 14. 

WICKED's Michele Lee Tells How Being In A Broadway Flop Led To A Big Break
by Michael Dale - Aug 27, 2015

BRAVO, GIOVANNI closed just in time for her to be available to replace the leading lady of the biggest smash in town.

NEWSIES Reunion, 54 SINGS BACK TO THE FUTURE & More Set for 54 Below This Week
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 24, 2015

This week at 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visitwww.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

Tickets to WICKED National Tour at the Fabulous Fox on Sale 9/19
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 19, 2015

After breaking box office records in the four previous engagements, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre this holiday season from December 9 - January 3.  Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Saturday, September 19. Tickets will be available online at MetroTix.com, by phone at 314-534-1111 and in person at the Fox Theatre Box Office.

New Cast Members to Fly Into WICKED National Tour This Month
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2015

The WICKED Tour will welcome Jake Boyd as Fiyero, Wendy Worthington as Madame Morrible and Stuart Zagnit as The Wizard beginning Wednesday, August 26 at ASU Gammage in Tempe. 

BWW Interviews: Director DAN FISHBACH and Actor/Producer ZACHARY LUTSKY Discuss ASSASSINS
by Don Grigware - Aug 12, 2015

On August 21 Red Blanket Productions will present a rare revival of Stephen Sondheim's musical Assassins at the Pico Playhouse in West LA. Director Dan Fishbach and actor Zachary Lutsky, who plays assassin John Hinckley, recently took time out of their busy schedules to talk about the show. It is particularly relevant this year as we recollect the 150th anniversary of Lincoln's assassination by John Wilkes Booth in 1865. BIOS:

Photo Flash: Pasek & Paul's DEAR EVAN HANSEN Celebrates Opening Night in D.C.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2015

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presents DEAR EVAN HANSEN, which opened last night, July 30, in the Kreeger Theater (read the reviews!) for a run through August 23. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening night festivities below!

Tom McGowan to Join Cast of West End's WICKED
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 31, 2015

WICKED, the award-winning classic musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, is delighted to welcome the American stage, television and film actor Tom McGowan to the role of The Wizard from Monday 21 September for a limited season until Saturday 12 March 2016. He will be making his West End debut.

Hatton and Stevenson Extend In West End WICKED!
by Carrie Dunn - Jul 17, 2015

WICKED, the award-winning classic musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, is pleased to announce that the current acclaimed stars, Emma Hatton (Elphaba) and Savannah Stevenson (Glinda), have both extended their contracts and will continue with the long-running hit into 2016.

Oscar Winner J.K. Simmons to Star in Musical LA LA LAND
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 10, 2015

Academy Award winner J.K. Simmons will reunite with 'Whiplash' director Damien Chazelle in the musical LA LA LAND for Lionsgate.

VIDEO: First Look - Tom Hanks Stars in Spielberg's Dramatic Thriller BRIDGE OF SPIES
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 8, 2015

Below, watch Tom Hanks in the trailer for BRIDGE OF SPIES, directed by Steven Spielberg. The dramatic thriller, hitting theaters on October 16, 2015, tells the incredible story of an ordinary man placed in extraordinary circumstances.

Broadway's Biggest Blockbuster WICKED Returns to Seattle Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2015

After breaking box office records in 2012, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from tonight, July 8 - August 2. 

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