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CC Sabathia to Make Stage Debut in ROCK OF AGES for 'Yankees Night'
by Julie Musbach - Jul 18, 2019


ROCK OF AGES will host special 'Yankees Night' at New World Stages on Wednesday, July 31 at 8PM, to benefit the Carlos Beltran Foundation. Six-time All-Star CC Sabathia will make his stage debut in a one-night-only cameo in the musical's 10th Anniversary production, followed by a special curtain call dedication by current and former Yankee players.

Outstanding Students Selected For Prestigious Musical Theater Conservatory At Paper Mill Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2019


Paper Mill Playhouse has selected students to be a part of the theater's prestigious Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory for 2019. 

Photo Flash: ROCK OF AGES Brings the Jam Back to the Stage
by Julie Musbach - Jul 2, 2019


Get a first look at the 10th Anniversary Production of ROCK OF AGES, which has returned to the New York stage for a limited engagement at New World Stages. Nominated for five Tony Awards during its record-breaking Broadway run, this anniversary engagement plays a 16-week run through Sunday, October 6, 2019. 

Photo Coverage: ROCK OF AGES Celebrates NYC Return!
by Monroe George - Jun 25, 2019


ROCK OF AGES is back in New York stage this summer in a special 10th Anniversary Production at New World Stages! The return production of the musical just had its 10th anniversary celebration last night, June 24, for a 16-week limited engagement through Sunday, October 6, 2019.

Photo Coverage: ROCK OF AGES Gets Ready for NYC Return!
by Walter McBride - Jun 17, 2019


ROCK OF AGES is returning to the New York stage this summer in a special 10th Anniversary Production at New World Stages! The return production of the musical begins performances on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, for a 16-week limited engagement through Sunday, September 29, 2019.

TV: It's Back! Rock Out with a Sneak Peek of the Return of ROCK OF AGES
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2019


ROCK OF AGES is returning to the New York stage this summer in a special 10th Anniversary Production at New World Stages! The return production of the musical begins performances on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, for a 16-week limited engagement through Sunday, September 29, 2019.

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast and Creatives of ROCK OF AGES 10th Anniversary Production
by Walter McBride - Jun 14, 2019


ROCK OF AGES is returning to the New York stage this summer in a special 10th Anniversary Production at New World Stages! The return production of the musical begins performances on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, for a 16-week limited engagement through Sunday, September 29, 2019.

Mitchell Jarvis & Katie Webber to Reprise Roles in ROCK OF AGES; Full Cast
by Julie Musbach - May 13, 2019


The complete cast has just been announced for the 10th Anniversary Production of ROCK OF AGES, opening this summer at New World Stages (340 W 50th St). Nominated for five Tony Awards during its record-breaking Broadway run, this return engagement begins performances on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 for a 16-week limited run through Sunday, October 6, 2019.

New Musical I SPY A SPY to Hold Developmental Lab Presentations March 21 & 22
by Julie Musbach - Mar 7, 2019


Producer Eric Krebs, in association with Harriet Spalding & Michael Planit, will present developmental lab presentations of I Spy A Spy, a new (declassified) musical comedy, with book and lyrics by Jamie Jackson and music & lyrics by SoHee Youn

Broadway Alumni to Perform at Pride of Southern Utah Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2018


Pride of Southern Utah announces the theme Everyone Belongs for the third annual pride celebration to span a week of festivities.

Cast Announced for Upcoming Season at Tuacahn Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2018


 Tackling one of its biggest seasons to date, Tuacahn Center for the Arts in southern Utah is pleased to include several Broadway stars glittering among the cast of the regional premiere of Matilda the Musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella and the first large-scale version of the Stephen Schwartz supervised production of Prince of Egypt.

BWW Review: NEXT TO NORMAL is Electrifying at Syracuse Stage
by Natasha Ashley - Jan 28, 2018


Under the brilliant direction of Robert Hupp, the Artistic Director of Syracuse Stage, Next to Normal is thrilling audiences at Syracuse Stage with its intense story, dynamite singers, and powerful score. The uniquely brilliant musical covers many controversial topics such as grief, suicide, drug abuse, and modern psychiatry. The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical is one that demands excellent actor-singers to properly showcase the music by Tom Kitt and book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey. Director Hupp has assembled a top-notch group of performers that beautifully capture the emotional and powerful music and story. The lead role of Diana is played by Broadway veteran Judy McLane. Among her impressive credits includes more than 4,000 performances of the Broadway hit Mamma Mia!. She and the other cast members, deliver intense, emotional, and delivers truly electrifying performances.

Paper Mill Selects Students for 2017 Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017


Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Tony Award for Regional Theatre, has selected students to be a part of the theater's prestigious Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory for 2017.

Paper Mill Selects Students for 2017 Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory
by BWW News Desk - Jun 29, 2017


Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Tony Award for Regional Theatre, has selected students to be a part of the theater's prestigious Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory for 2017.

Beacon Performing Arts Center Announces Inaugural Production
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2017


The Beacon Performing Arts Center (BPAC) announces their inaugural production, Bringing Broadway To Beacon, on June 25th at 7:00pm at the Towne Crier on Main Street in Beacon, NY.

BWW Review: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES at Whippoorwill Theater
by Kellie Williams - Apr 29, 2017


If you're looking for a laugh-filled spoof of a murder mystery solved by pop culture's most recognizable detective team, look no further than the Whipporwilll Theater.

Hudson Stage Presents THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2017


Hudson Stage proudly presents the farcical romp THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, adapted from Arthur Conan Doyle's novel by Steven Canny and John Nicholson. It will leave you howling!

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE to Open Way Off Broadway's 2017 Mainstage Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2017


Earlier this year, producers for The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, the area's only year-round producing dinner theatre, announced the lineup of shows for its 2017 Season. Kicking off 2017's blockbuster year, will be the hilarious pirate farce, The Pirates of Penzance, opening in January.

2016 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards Winners Announced - Erica Miller, Hasani Allen, Milburn Stone Theatre and More!
by BWW Special Coverage - Jan 3, 2017


Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 75 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2016 Baltimore winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE to Open Way Off Broadway's 2017 Mainstage Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2016


Earlier this year, producers for The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, the area's only year-round producing dinner theatre, announced the lineup of shows for its 2017 Season. Kicking off 2017's blockbuster year, will be the hilarious pirate farce, The Pirates of Penzance, opening in January.

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