Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 17, 2025- RAGTIME Returns to Broadway and More
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
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Good morning, Broadway lovers! Welcome to another edition of Wake Up with BroadwayWorld, where we catch you up on all the stage excitement you may have missed. We’ve got an inside look at Ragtime’s grand opening at the Vivian Beaumont, a first listen to Taylor Trensch and Gabi Carrubba performing “Mine, All Mine” from Bat Boy, and Carly Sakolove dishing about her journey from YouTube diva to Broadway star in Mamma Mia! Plus, don’t miss the curtain call for Chess’s first preview, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s surprise piano serenade at Grand Central, and the dazzling trailer for Merrily We Roll Along’s live film. Dive in for all the must-see photos, videos, and industry buzz to start your day shining brighter than a Broadway marquee!
But first...
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 Video: Taylor Trensch & Gabi Carrubba Sing 'Mine, All Mine' from BAT BOY Rehearsals have officially begin for teh New York City Center presentation of Bat Boy: The Muscial. Watch in this video as Taylor Trensch (Bat Boy) and Gabi Carrubba (Shelley Parker) perform 'Mine, All Mine', which has been added since the London production. |
 Video: Watch: From YouTube Diva to Broadway Star, Carly Sakolove Dishes on All Things MAMMA MIA! Survival Jobs: A Podcast returns with an episode full of laughter, inspiration, and theatre sparkle! Hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down with the hilarious and powerhouse performer Carly Sakolove, who is currently making her Broadway debut as Rosie in the revival of Mamma Mia! |
 Photos: RAGTIME on Broadway- First Look Ragtime opens tonight, October 16, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater as Artistic Director Lear deBessonet’s first production of her inaugural season. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here! |
| Must Watch |
 Video: Watch the Trailer for Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film; Tickets Now on Saleby Josh Sharpe Tickets are now on sale for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, the live filmed version of the smash four-time Tony Award-winning musical performance, directed by Maria Friedman.. (more...) |
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 Video: CHESS Cast Takes Their First Bows on Broadwayby Michael Major Chess has officially returned to Broadway! Watch a video of their curtain call from their first preview, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher.. (more...) |
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Video: Watch the Trailer for Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film; Tickets Now on Sale Video: First-Look at Patti LuPone in PALM ROYALE Season 2 Trailer by Josh Sharpe Apple TV has debuted the star-studded trailer for the upcoming second season of “Palm Royale,” featuring our first look at Patti LuPone in the new season. Check it out now.. (more...) Video: WICKED: FOR GOOD Receives Stormy New Teaser |
Lin-Manuel Miranda Surprises Grand Central With Piano Performance for 'Dear New York' Exhibit| Hot Photos |
 Photos: CHESS on Broadway- First Lookby Nicole Rosky Previews for CHESS began on Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre, where it officially opens Sunday, November 16. Check out video of the cast's first official bows and catch a first look at them in action here.. (more...) |
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 Review: 384 DAYS, Pleasance Theatreby Amber-Rae Stobbs O’Rourke turned her thoughts into a concerningly witty and twisted play that has you both rooting for and terrified of her character. With her natural humour and ability to bounce off the audience’s unscripted interactions, O’Rourke is a master at leaving the ‘review team’ unsettled and hanging onto her every word. . (more...) |
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 Photos: Jordan E. Cooper's OH HAPPY DAY! Celebrates Opening Nightby Jennifer Broski The Public Theater is now presenting the New York premiere of OH HAPPY DAY!, a new play featuring original songs by Grammy Award-winning Donald Lawrence, written by Tony Award-nominated Jordan E. Cooper, and directed by Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award-winning Stevie Walker-Webb. Check out photos from opening night here!. (more...) |
| Industry Insights |
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 10/16/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.. (more...)
9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL JR. Now Available to License From MTI
by Nicole Rosky
9 to 5 JR. is a 60-minute adaptation of the hit Broadway musical 9 to 5, which made its debut in 2009 and was nominated for four Tony Awards including Best Original Score. The Broadway Junior® production features a book by Patricia Resnick with music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Dolly Parton. The musical was inspired by the classic motion picture which ranks 74th in the American Film Institute’s “100 Funniest Movies”. . (more...)
THE SPARROW Musical Is in Development
by Nicole Rosky
A new original musical, The Sparrow, is currently in development — a sweeping romantic drama set in 1850s Sicily and inspired by Storia di una capinera, the celebrated novel by Giovanni Verga, one of Italy’s most influential literary voices.. (more...)
ANNABEL'S SISTER by George Kolber to Have Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Annabel’s Sister, a new play by George Kolber, will present two industry readings in New York, directed by Matt Okin. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. . (more...)
Theater Resources Unlimited to Present 'Is Theater As Gay-Friendly As We Think?'
by Chloe Rabinowitz
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited will present an upcoming town hall, Queery: Is Theater As Gay-Friendly As We Think?. Learn more and see how to attend. . (more...)
| Around the Broadway World |
by Josh Sharpe
Wicked: For Good director Jon M. Chu has shed light on some things that fans can expect in the upcoming sequel, including the new songs, expanded character arcs, and some secretive casting for the Cowardly Lion. . (more...)
Katrina Lenk, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More to Join City Center 2026 Encores! Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz
New York City Center has unveiled additional cast members for its Encores! series, including Katrina Lenk, Jasmine Amy Rogers and more. Learn more about the productions and see how to purchase tickets here!. (more...)
Wayne Brady, Cecily Strong, and More Join Rotating Cast of ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION
by Stephi Wild
The world premiere of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers will begin performances in December. Learn more about the cast here!. (more...)
PUNCH Will Livestream Final Week of Performances
by Stephi Wild
The final week of performances of Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Punch will be streamed and available to audiences everywhere. Learn more about how to watch the show here!. (more...)
Rachel Zegler-Led EVITA Cast Album Will Be Released Next Week
by Michael Major
The cast recording for Jamie Lloyd's production of EVITA starring Rachel Zegler will be released next week! The album also features Diego Andres Rodriguez, James Olivas, Aaron Lee Lambert and Bella Brown.. (more...)
Emma D’Arcy, Tobias Menzies and More to Star in THE OTHER PLACE at The Shed in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The Shed and the National Theatre will present the North American premiere of The Other Place, which will run for a strictly limited, four-week engagement this winter. Learn more!. (more...)
Deaf West Theatre Will Host Industry Preview Event for ELEPHANT SHOES, A New Musical
by Stephi Wild
Deaf West Theatre will host an industry preview for Elephant Shoes, a new original musical with a book by Ivan Menchell, music and lyrics by Caroline Kay, and directed and choreographed by Tony Award-nominee Jeff Calhoun.. (more...)
Review: THE FLOWERS OF SREBRENICA, Jacksons Lane
by Gary Naylor
A shameful event in Eurpean history is recalled and set within its tragic context. (more...)
Stream George Clooney in GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK on Prime Video
by Stephi Wild
George Clooney’s Broadway debut, Good Night, and Good Luck, is now available to stream on Prime Video! The production was broadcast live on CNN on June 7.. (more...)
Wayne Brady, Cecily Strong, and More Join Rotating Cast of ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION
by Stephi Wild
The world premiere of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers will begin performances in December. Learn more about the cast here!. (more...)
PUNCH Will Livestream Final Week of Performances
by Stephi Wild
The final week of performances of Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Punch will be streamed and available to audiences everywhere. Learn more about how to watch the show here!. (more...)
Rachel Zegler-Led EVITA Cast Album Will Be Released Next Week
by Michael Major
The cast recording for Jamie Lloyd's production of EVITA starring Rachel Zegler will be released next week! The album also features Diego Andres Rodriguez, James Olivas, Aaron Lee Lambert and Bella Brown.. (more...)
Emma D’Arcy, Tobias Menzies and More to Star in THE OTHER PLACE at The Shed in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The Shed and the National Theatre will present the North American premiere of The Other Place, which will run for a strictly limited, four-week engagement this winter. Learn more!. (more...)
Deaf West Theatre Will Host Industry Preview Event for ELEPHANT SHOES, A New Musical
by Stephi Wild
Deaf West Theatre will host an industry preview for Elephant Shoes, a new original musical with a book by Ivan Menchell, music and lyrics by Caroline Kay, and directed and choreographed by Tony Award-nominee Jeff Calhoun.. (more...)
Review: THE FLOWERS OF SREBRENICA, Jacksons Lane
by Gary Naylor
A shameful event in Eurpean history is recalled and set within its tragic context. (more...)
Stream George Clooney in GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK on Prime Video
by Stephi Wild
George Clooney’s Broadway debut, Good Night, and Good Luck, is now available to stream on Prime Video! The production was broadcast live on CNN on June 7.. (more...)
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