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VIDEO: Sneak Peek - LET'S MAKE A DEAL Celebrates Groundhog Day, Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2017


Is winter going to continue for six more weeks? This Today, Wayne Brady will be asking the Groundhog whether or not he saw his shadow during an epic episode of LET'S MAKE A DEAL.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - LET'S MAKE A DEAL Celebrates Groundhog Day, Today
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 1, 2017


Is winter going to continue for six more weeks? This today, Wayne Brady will be asking the Groundhog whether or not he saw his shadow during an epic episode of LET'S MAKE A DEAL.

Chance Theater to Stage West Coast Premiere of Video Game Musical CLAUDIO QUEST
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2017


Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, is pleased to announce its West Coast premiere production of ... Claudio Quest. With music, lyrics and book by Drew Fornarola and Marshall Pailet, direction by Pailet, choreography by Maxx Reed and musical direction by Ryan O'Connell, Claudio Quest will preview from tonight, January 27, through February 3; regular performances will begin February 4 and continue through February 26 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage.

Video Game Musical CLAUDIO QUEST to Make West Coast Debut at Chance Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2017


Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, is pleased to announce its West Coast premiere production of ... Claudio Quest. With music, lyrics and book by Drew Fornarola and Marshall Pailet, direction by Pailet, choreography by Maxx Reed and musical direction by Ryan O'Connell, Claudio Quest will preview from January 27 through February 3; regular performances will begin February 4 and continue through February 26 at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Cripe Stage.

BWW Morning Brief January 26th, 2017: Top Stories You Might Have Missed and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jan 26, 2017


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's top news: YOURS UNFAITHFULLY, starring Max Von Essen, opens Off-Broadway, and THE VIEW goes behind the scenes with Whoopi Goldberg for her ALADDIN cameo!

Matt Doyle, Megan Hilty, James Monroe Iglehart, Betsy Wolfe, Capathia Jenkins and More Will Take the Stage for New York Pops' 35th Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2017


On October 27, 2017, The New York Pops - a symphonic orchestra known for presenting popular programs of exceptional quality - will launch its 35th season at Carnegie Hall celebrating the diversity of some of popular music's greatest icons.

It's the Land of Lola! Four Lolas Will Headline TDF HONORS KINKY BOOTS Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2017


Four of the brilliant stars who lit up the Broadway stage as 'Lola' in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Kinky Boots - Billy Porter, Wayne Brady, Alan Mingo, Jr. and Todrick Hall - will all be appearing at a special one-night-only concert fundraiser in support of Theatre Development Fund's (TDF) education and access programs as TDF HONORS Kinky Boots on Monday, March 20 at 8pm at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th Street, NYC).

HAMILTON's Wayne Brady Forced to Leave Stage During Performance Due to Injury
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 23, 2017


Wayne Brady, who just recently took over the role of Aaron Burr in the Chicago production of HAMILTON, was forced to leave the stage during the Saturday matinee performance due to a minor leg injury he sustained during the first few minutes of the first act.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Says He'll Star in Chicago's HAMILTON for Oscar Lopez Rivera
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2017


HAMILTON creator and original star Lin-Manuel Miranda took to Twitter today to express his gratitude following the news that President Obama had commuted the sentence of Puerto Rican nationalist Oscar Lopez Rivera. Miranda said he would star as Alexander Hamilton if Rivera were to attend the musical in Chicago.

Broadway AM Report, January 17, 2017 - Brady as Burr, ROTTEN on the Road and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jan 17, 2017


Today's big news: Wayne Brady takes his first bows as 'Aaron Burr' in Chicago's HAMILTON, and SOMETHING ROTTEN! launches its National Tour in Boston this evening!

3-D Theatricals' ONCE ON THIS ISLAND to Sail to Redondo Beach and Cerritos PAC
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2017


From the creators of Broadway's RAGTIME and SEUSSICAL, 3-D Theatricals will present the eight-time Tony nominated ONCE ON THIS ISLAND.

Wayne Brady Takes First Bows as 'Aaron Burr' in Chicago's HAMILTON Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2017


Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago welcome five-time Emmy Award winner and Grammy nominee Wayne Brady, joining the Chicago company of Hamilton as Aaron Burr for a limited engagement tonight, January 17, through Sunday, April 9 at The PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago.

Trump Supporter Who Interrupted HAMILTON Banned from Chicago Theaters
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2017


BroadwayWorld has learned that a Trump supporter interrupted the Saturday evening performance of Hamilton in Chicago. An audience member seated in the balcony allegedly shouted 'We won! You Lost! Get over it! F*ck you!' during the number 'Dear Theodosia.'

VIDEO: HAMILTON's Wayne Brady Jokes to Family & Friends: 'I Don't Get No Damn Comps'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 12, 2017


Wayne Brady wants to make one thing perfectly clear regarding his upcoming role in Chicago's HAMILTON!

BWW Interview: Joshua Henry Talks Leaving Chicago's HAMILTON, Upcoming Solo Album & More
by Kevin Pollack - Jan 10, 2017


For Joshua Henry, 2017 seems to be his year, as he says in this EXCLUSIVE interview following his 2 solo shows at Schubas Tavern in Chicago. He was joined by some friends from Chicago's cast of Hamilton including Ari Afsar (Eliza), Chris De'Sean Lee (Lafayette/Jefferson) and Samantha Marie Ware (Peggy/Maria Reynolds) singing backup for him. There were also other cast members in the audience including Tony winner Karen Olivo (Angelica), Jose Ramos (John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton) and some other members of the ensemble cheering their friend on.

It's Official! Wayne Brady Will Play 'Aaron Burr' in Chicago's HAMILTON
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2017


Confirming earlier rumors, producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago have announced five-time Emmy Award winner and Grammy nominee Wayne Brady will join the Chicago company of Hamilton as Aaron Burr for a limited engagement Tuesday, January 17 thru Sunday, April 9 at The PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago.

Broadway AM Report, January 10, 2017 - ORANGE JULIUS, THE BODYGUARD and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jan 10, 2017


Today's big news: THE BODYGUARD kicks off its national tour in Minneapolis tonight!

Broadway AM Report, January 9, 2017 - Clive Barnes, Roundabout Underground and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jan 9, 2017


Today's big news: The 7th Annual Clive Barnes Award winners will be announced today!

Wayne Brady Rumored to Replace Joshua Henry in Hamilton Chicago
by Julie Musbach - Jan 6, 2017


Hamilton producer Jeffrey Seller confirmed on Thursday that the Chicago production's Aaron Burr, Joshua Henry, will exit the show to take over the role in the national tour. While no replacement has yet been announced, according to the Chicago Tribune, TV and Broadway alum Wayne Brady may be among those considered to step in.

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