Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2023
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera will open for the first time in Italy at Teatro Stabile del Friuli Venezia Giulia in Trieste on 4th July 2023. Additional casting has now been announced, including Earl Carpenter as Monsieur Andre and Bradley Jaden as Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny.
Interview: Eric Sciotto And Brian J. Marcum of ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita
by Paula Makar - Jun 1, 2023
On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, I had the excellent opportunity to sit down with Eric Sciotto, Director and Choreographer of Rock of Ages at MTWichita, and Brian J. Marcum, Artistic Director at MTWichita. It was a wide ranging interview, with a very stream of consciousness feel, and they were gracious enough to grant me an hour over a lunch break during rehearsal last Tuesday. The energy was high, and I was able to get some excellent insight into Eric’s choreographic process. I also spoke to Brian about leading MTWichita into a new era.
Lizzo, Charli XCX, Ryan Gosling & More Join BARBIE Movie Soundtrack
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023
Dua Lipa, Ryan Gosling, Lizzo, Ice Spice, FIFTY FIFTY, Charli XCX, Nicki Minaj, PinkPantheress, Karol G, Kali, Ava Max, Ryan Gosling, Tame Impala, The Kid Laroi, Dominic Fike, HAIM, Khalid, and more will join Dua Lipa on the BARBIE movie soundtrack.
Dua Lipa to Release BARBIE Movie Single This Friday
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023
Dua Lipa is set to release 'Dance the Night,' a new single from the upcoming Barbie movie soundtrack, this Friday. The song will be released at 7:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 25. 'Dance the Night' is from 'Barbie: the Album.' Further information on the album has not yet been revealed. Listen to a preview of the song now!
Auli'i Cravalho Will Not Reprise MOANA Role For Live Action Remake
by Michael Major - May 19, 2023
Auli’i Cravalho has revealed that she will not be reprising her role as Moana in Disney's upcoming live action remake. In April, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson revealed that the new film is in the works and that he is planning on reprising his role as Maui.
Listen: Hear THE LITTLE MERMAID Soundtrack With Daveed Diggs, Melissa McCarthy & More
by Michael Major - May 19, 2023
Disney has debuted the soundtrack for the live action The Little Mermaid. Featuring all-new performances by the cast, the soundtrack features three new original songs that the original film's composer, Alan Menken, co-wrote with Lin-Manuel Miranda. Hear Daveed Diggs sing 'Under the Sea,' Melissa McCarthy sing 'Poor Unfortunate Souls,' and more now!
Tim Rice to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame Annual Induction and Awards Gala
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2023
Rice has worked in music, theatre, and films since 1965 and has collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber on The Likes Of Us, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Evita. He has also worked on The Lion King, Aida, Aladdin, King David, Beauty and the Beast, Chess, From Here To Eternity, and more.
Full Cast Announced For SWEENEY TODD Starring Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2023
The full cast has been announced for the upcoming Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Tony and Grammy-nominated multi-platinum recording artist Josh Groban (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) and Tony Award winner Annaleigh Ashford (Sunday in the Park with George).
Kyle Richardson and More Join the Cast of THE LION KING UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2022
The UK and Ireland Tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome 12 new members to its cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers this winter. The award winning landmark musical is currently playing a season at Manchester Palace until 11 March, where over 300,000 people will experience the show during the only North West dates.