Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 25, 2025- WICKED: FOR GOOD Trailer Drops and More
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 25, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Sep. 25, 2025
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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 25, 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, BroadwayWorld! Let’s kick off the day with the latest buzz and biggest moments from across the theatre world. Michael Mayer is setting the board for a whole new CHESS as the musical readies its long-awaited Broadway return, while off-Broadway, we got a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsals for Martyna Majok’s QUEENS. Laughter is on tap with our interview on how playwright Kevin Zak crafted Ginger Twinsies, and we caught an exclusive clip of Renée Elise Goldsberry reliving the early days of Ham4Ham in her new SATISIFED documentary. Plus, superstar diva energy shined as Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Holliday performed a must-see Dreamgirls duet, and this week’s touring shows—including The Sound of Music and SUFFS—are raking in reviews. Finally, don’t miss the new Wicked: For Good trailer, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, and explore what’s new on stages and screens—plus all the Broadway games and photo galleries you crave. Read on for all the highlights you need to start your theatre-loving day!
But first...
| This Week's Call Sheet |
Ragtime begins previews on Broadway
Sunday, September 28
Jeff Ross: Take A Banana for the Ride closes on Broadway
Waiting for Godot opens on Broadway
| The Front Page |
 How Michael Mayer Is Shepherding an All New CHESS to Endgame After years of developing a revised version of the 1986 musical with Danny Strong (who has written the new book), Michael Mayer is finally ushering the final product back to Broadway, where it hasn't been seen in almost four decades. Before rehearsals began, Mayer checked in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about how he's setting up the board to create a Chess for 2025. |
 Video: How Kevin Zak Kept the Jokes Coming in GINGER TWINSIES What goes into crafting the words that make up our favorite Broadway shows? In this video, watch as playwright Kevin Zak breaks down Ginger Twinsies in the newest episode of BroadwayWorld's Notes on a Script |
 Video: In Rehearsals for Martyna Majok's QUEENS Martyna Majok's Queens is getting ready to begin performances off-Broadway at Manhattan Theatre Club.Watch in this video as we catch up with the company during a break in rehearsals. |
| Exclusive |
by Josh Sharpe
BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip from Satisfied, the 2024 documentary spotlighting Tony Award-winning Hamilton star Renée Elise Goldsberry. Watch it now!. (more...)
Exclusive: Lou Wall Is BREAKING THE FIFTH WALL Off-Broadway
by Joey Mervis
Award-winning comedian and viral sensation Lou Wall will bring their new show, Breaking the Fifth Wall, to New York City for a limited three-week engagement. Watch as Lou chats more about what to expect from the show in this video!. (more...)
| Must Watch |
 Video: Exclusive Clip of Renée Elise Goldsberry SATISIFED Doc Highlights Early Days of Ham4Hamby Josh Sharpe BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip from Satisfied, the 2024 documentary spotlighting Tony Award-winning Hamilton star Renée Elise Goldsberry. Watch it now!. (more...) |
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 Video: Watch Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Holliday Perform Special DREAMGIRLS Duetby Josh Sharpe During a recent episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, Hudson paired up with Jennifer Holliday for a duet rendition of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going.' Watch the special performance now!. (more...) |
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Video: Jessica Vosk & Ingrid Michaelson Duet on THE NOTEBOOK Song Video: WICKED on Broadway Cast Reacts to Final FOR GOOD Trailer Video: Exclusive Clip of Renée Elise Goldsberry SATISIFED Doc Highlights Early Days of Ham4Ham Video: Watch the Final Trailer for WICKED: FOR GOOD with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande |
Video: Watch a Sneak Peek from Ogunquit's TITANIC in Rehearsals| Hot Photos |
 Photos: Joanna Pickering’s Tragicomedy MISTY AND ROVER at Chain Theatreby Stephi Wild Misty and Rover had its first look performance for a sold-out theatre at the Chain venue for Spark Festival. Check out photos from the show and learn more here!. (more...) |
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 Photos: THE DA VINCI CODE at Alley Theatre First Lookby Chloe Rabinowitz You can now get a first look at Alley Theatre's production of The Da Vinci Code. See photos here and learn more about the production, including how to purchase tickets! . (more...) |
| Industry Insights |
by Joey Mervis
We're on the hunt for Broadway-savvy freelance videographers to help us cover a wide variety of theatrical events in New York City, including Broadway openings, concerts, press previews, red carpets, and more. Plus, you'll get a chance to have your work featured on the world's leading website for all things Broadway.. (more...)
| Review Roundups |
by Stephi Wild
The North American tour of The Sound of Music is now underway! The tour launched at the Stanley Theatre in Utica, NY from September 5–6 before traveling to cities across North America for multiple seasons. Read the reviews here!. (more...)
Review Roundup: SUFFS North American Tour
by Stephi Wild
The North American Tour of SUFFS, the empowering and acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical, is now underway! Read the reviews as they come in here and learn more about the show.. (more...)
| Around the Broadway World |
by Josh Sharpe
With only two months left until the conclusion of the two-part film adaptation, Universal has dropped the final trailer for Wicked: For Good. The new material is packed with Easter Eggs, with many hints as to how Act 2 of the beloved musical will make its way to the screen. Take a look at our in-depth breakdown here!. (more...)
CLUE Unveils Full Cast for Second National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The full cast has been revealed for the Second North American tour of CLUE, the murder mystery comedy inspired by the board game and adapted from the film. Learn more!. (more...)
Interview: 'Mental, But In The Best Way!': Actor Oliver Halford on Being Alternate Marty McFly in BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL
by Kat Mokrynski
Back to the Future The Musical has been bringing audiences on a time-travelling adventure on the West End for four years, adapting the iconic 1985 film by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale for the stage. Recently, we had the chance to chat with Oliver Halford, who was cast as the alternate Marty McFly after an open casting call. We discussed what the casting process was like, how this role in particular is full-circle for him and how he survived an absolutely chaotic opening week!. (more...)
THE OUTSIDERS, BEETLEJUICE and More to Take Part in New Jersey Night on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The Broadway League will present the first-ever New Jersey Night on Broadway, taking place on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Learn more about the shows and see how to join!. (more...)
Megan Hilty Will Perform Live in Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild
Broadway sensation and television star Megan Hilty will bring a special solo concert to Theatre Royal Drury Lane next year. Learn more about the upcoming show here!. (more...)
JEFF ROSS: TAKE A BANANA FOR THE RIDE to Be Filmed for Netflix Release
by Josh Sharpe
Jeff Ross is bringing his Broadway show to Netflix. Take A Banana For The Ride, the solo show written and performed by the comedian, will be filmed and is set to debut on the streamer sometime next year.. (more...)
Burke Moses, Marc Kudisch, Lauren Molina Will Lead Batman Parody Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz
JOE’S PUB will present the world premiere of Paul Iacono and Marc Kudisch’s Gotham Rogues: The Unauthorized Batman Parody Musical for one night only. Learn more!. (more...)
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Award Categories Revealed for Tonatiuh and Diego Luna
by Josh Sharpe
Tonatiuh will compete in the awards category of leading actor for his performance as Molina in the Kiss of the Spider Woman film, with Diego Luna competing in the supporting category as Valentin.. (more...)
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