Wake Up With BWW 7/19: Betty Who and Phillip Boykin Join HADESTOWN, Austin Scott Joins & JULIET, and More!

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New stars are hitting the stage in Hadestown! International pop music sensation Betty Who and Tony and Grammy Award nominee Phillip Boykin will join the cast as Persephone and Hades, respectively. Best known for her chart-topping singles such as “I Love You Always Forever” and “Somebody Loves You,” Hadestown will mark Betty Who’s stage debut.  The duo join the cast on September 5, 2023.

In other casting news, & Juliet has announced that Austin Scott will join the cast as Shakespeare beginning August 8. He replaces Tony Award-nominee Stark Sands, who will play his final performance on August 6. Austin Scott originated the role of Joe Scott in the Tony Award-winning musical Girl From the North Country. Prior to that, he made his Broadway debut as Hamilton on Broadway and National Tour for over two years.

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Grosses

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 7/16/23

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 7/16/2023.. (more...)

Today's Top Stories

Betty Who to Make Broadway Debut as Persephone in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz

Don't miss the exciting news! Betty Who and Phillip Boykin are set to join the cast of Hadestown as Persephone and Hades, bringing their incredible talents to the acclaimed Broadway musical.. (more...)

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Video: Watch Justin Guarini & ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME Perform 'Circus' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major

Justin Guarini and the cast of Once Upon a One More Time took over Times Square this morning for a performance of 'Circus' on Good Morning America. This marked the production's first televised performance. Stay tuned for the show's second performance on GMA3: What You Need to Know. Watch the video performance now!. (more...)

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Austin Scott Joins the Cast of & JULIET Next Month
by Stephi Wild

& Juliet has announced today that Austin Scott will join the cast as ‘Shakespeare’ on Tuesday, August 8, replacing Tony Award-nominee Stark Sands, who will play his final performance on August 6.. (more...)

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Priscilla Lopez, Andréa Burns, Eden Espinosa & More Will Star in Michael John LaChiusa's THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Nicole Rosky

Lincoln Center Theater (under the direction of André Bishop) just announced the New York premiere of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA, directed and co-choreographed by Graciela Daniele, with book, music, and lyrics by Michael John LaChiusa. . (more...)

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Original LEGALLY BLONDE Cast 'Dying' To Produce Reunion Concert
by Team BWW

The Original Broadway Cast of Legally Blonde the Musical are hoping to reunite for a benefit concert.. (more...)

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Video: Watch ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME Perform 'Crazy' on GMA3
by Michael Major

Justin Guarini, Aisha Jackson, Briga Heelan, and the cast of Once Upon a One More Time appeared on GMA3 this afternoon to perform 'Crazy.' The musical, powered by the music of Grammy Award-winning international pop icon Britney Spears, is currently running on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre. Watch videos of both of the performances now!. (more...)

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Video: Jeremy Jordan is Getting Ready to Head Back to LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by In Rehearsals

Tony and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan is back on Skid Row this summer in Little Shop of Horrors. In this video, he chats with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge about rejoining the company.. (more...)

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LaChanze-Ben-Platt-and-More-Set-For-Perelman-Performing-Arts-Center-Inaugural-Season-20230718">LaChanze, Ben Platt, and More Set For Perelman Performing Arts Center Inaugural Season
by Stephi Wild

Perelman Performing Arts Center has announced additional opening events and performances  to celebrate the September 19 grand opening of the new performing arts center at the World Trade  Center site in Lower Manhattan.  The lineup includes LaChanze, Ben Platt, and more. Learn more here!. (LaChanze-Ben-Platt-and-More-Set-For-Perelman-Performing-Arts-Center-Inaugural-Season-20230718">more...)

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