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Dancer and Choreographer Joan Bayley Dies at 102
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2022


Westside School of Ballet announces long time beloved teacher, Joan Bayley, passed away on January 5th 2022, just shy of her 102nd birthday. Often called “The Greatest Dance Teacher There Ever Was,” the dance world was forever changed for the better because of Joan Bayley. (“Joan.”)

BWW Previews: PALM SPRINGS GETAWAY at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Stan Jenson - Feb 5, 2022


Just in time for Modernism Week and our peak tourist season, Palm Canyon Theatre presents a world premiere preview of an original musical, Palm Springs Getaway.  Described as “A nostalgic romp through Palm Springs,” vignettes of the contributions of such settlers as John McCallum, Nellie Coffman and Miss Cornelia, the mid-century design luminaries, and of course a parade of Hollywood celebrities.  You’ll spot Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball, Sonny and Cher, Keely Smith, Shirley Temple, Marilyn Monroe, and even The King, Elvis himself!

Jimena González se mete en la piel de Marilyn Monroe con PIANO BLANCO
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jan 24, 2022


Los dias 24 y 31 de enero en el espacio La Sala de Madrid.

BWW Feature: ANGEL OF ARKANSAS TO PREMIERE AT NOTORIETY LIVE
by Debbie Hall - Jan 20, 2022


Angel of Arkansas, a new show by Richard Oberacker and Robert Taylor, will premiere in the 175-seat Renkus-Heinz Theatre at Notoriety Live at Neonopolis on Jan. 30.

Theater for the New City to Present THE UNAMERICAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022


The little told story of Miller, Marilyn and Elia Kazan, the noted director who had been Miller's friend and Marilyn's lover, is the subject matter for The Unamerican, a new play written by Claude Solnik and directed by Joseph John Battista.

Theatre Royal Windsor Presents Bill Kenwright's Multi Award-Winning Production Of BLOOD BROTHERS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2022


Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers returns to the stage in 2022 for a 16-week tour from 14 January at Theatre Royal Windsor. The much-loved musical, performed to sell-out houses on its recent 2021 UK tour and returns with gusto, running nationally from 14 January – 07 May 2022.

The Green Room 42 Announces Holiday Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2021


The Green Room 42 has announced their line-up through the holidays and New Year’s Eve. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest, most spacious, and funkiest cabaret club.

Ruby Lewis to Bring One-Woman Show STARLET to The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2021


Making her Green Room 42 debut, Ruby Lewis brings her much anticipated one-woman show STARLET to the city for a one-night engagement. Journey back to the Golden Age of Hollywood and step into the shoes of cinema's most beloved leading ladies through song.

Photos: Preview 20 Iconic Designs from THE ART OF BOB MACKIE- Available Now!
by Team BWW - Dec 14, 2021


Cher, Carol Burnett, Bette Midler, P!nk, Tina Turner, Elton John, Liza Minnelli, Angela Lansbury, Diana Ross, Beyoncé, RuPaul, and Madonna...what do they all have in common? All have been dressed by Bob Mackie.

Nick Hardcastle's I'M YOUR MAN! is Coming to LA
by Gigi Gervais - Dec 4, 2021


After almost a year away in his native Australia, Nick Hardcastle is back and looking for love... he's hitting up Hollywood for one night only, because that's the town to find, develop and nurture true meaningful relationships right? And he's doing it online of course - because as we all know, Grindr is the gateway to true love!

See Eva Noblezada, Betsy Wolfe & More Next Week at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2021


The Green Room 42 has announced their line-up for the next week. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest, most spacious, and funkiest cabaret club.

THE UNREMARKABLE DEATH OF MARILYN MONROE Announced At Boca Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2021


Boca Stage presents The Unremarkable Death of Marilyn Monroe. This one-woman show by Elton Townend Jones has entranced audiences internationally, garnering raves for its insight into the psyche of the most famous movie star in the world.

VIDEO: Meghan Trainor Unveils Music Video For 'My Kind Of Present'
by Michael Major - Nov 26, 2021


In the visual directed by renowned choreographer, artist, and director Charm La’Donna [The Weeknd, Dua Lipa, Kendrick Lamar], Meghan sits with her infant son Riley as she reads him his own fairytale in Rileys Book. The clip intercuts vignettes of the superstar as she wraps presents flanked by backup singers in a Marilyn Monroe-style satin robe.

Full Casting Announced For UK Tour of THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021


Full casting has been announced for the brand-new touring production of Jim Cartwright’s The Rise And Fall of Little Voice, produced by Katy Lipson and Glass Half Full Productions, directed by Bronagh Lagan (Cruise, West End; Little Women The Musical, Park Theatre/ Hope Mill) and starring international YouTube sensation Christina Bianco in the title role. 

VIDEO: Bob Mackie Talks His Legendary Career and New Book on Backstage Live with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 17, 2021


The Art of Bob Mackie is the first-ever comprehensive and fully authorized book showcasing Mackie's work, from his early days as a sketch artist for the legendary Edith Head at Paramount to his current, cutting-edge costumes for pop stars and line of accessible, wearable clothing for QVC. In addition to hundreds of glorious photos and dozens of dishy recollections from Mackie and his many muses, this gorgeous volume features never-before-seen sketches from throughout his prolific career. Watch as Mackie reminisces about his extensive career and reflects on the new book!

STARS IN CONCERT is Now Playing at Estrel Showtheater
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2021


Dabei spielt die fulminante Show mit der perfekten Täuschung: Die weltbesten Doppelgänger bringen die großen Legenden der Musikgeschichte wie Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, Louis Armstrong, JLo oder Whitney Houston bis hin zu Madonna und The Blues Brothers oder Cher live auf die Bühne.

BWW Review: GREASE by the Musical Theatre students of the Queensland Conservatorium
by Virag Dombay - Nov 10, 2021


The Musical Theatre Students of the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University's production of Grease was of a high calibre, but the weight of its outdated message was too heavy to ignore

BWW Review: BLACK BOX PAC STAGES ERIC BOGOSIAN'S LUSTROUSLY POIGNANT TWO-ACT PLAY 1+1' at Black Box PAC
by Lianna Albrizio - Nov 7, 2021


In '1+1,' a naive woman falls for a man who embroils her...

Lawrence Leritz, Bill McCauley & More to Join RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2021


Broadway's Lawrence Leritz, Bill McCauley and Stephen Currens will join friends, family and colleagues to salute the life and career of the great ICM literary agent Mitch Douglas on Richard Skipper Celebrates (YouTube) this Saturday evening, November 6th, 2021 at 6PM est.

25 Theatre Books for Your Fall Reading List
by Team BWW - Nov 6, 2021


Fall has arrived and chilly weather means lots of time to snuggle under your favorite blanket with a great book. You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind.

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