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Joshua Wright

Joshua Wright

Joshua Wright, a native of Boston, MA, has been captivated by Broadway since childhood. When he's not penning articles for BroadwayWorld.com, Joshua can be found swimming at the local pool, crafting intricate woodworks, or diving into DIY home renovation projects. Joshua also dedicates significant time to animal rescue efforts, helping furry friends find loving homes.




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Video: First Look At Non-Replica Revival of WICKED in Brazil
Video: First Look At Non-Replica Revival of WICKED in Brazil
March 20, 2025

A new production of Wicked has opened in Brazil. This new non-replica revival is based on their 2023 non-replica revival but takes additional inspiration from the film for some new changes. Brazil had a sit down of the original Broadway staging of Wicked in 2016.

BWW Q&A: Will Ray Talks THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL at Theatre Raleigh
BWW Q&A: Will Ray Talks THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL at Theatre Raleigh
March 18, 2025

Horton Foote’s TONY-winning play The Trip to Bountiful tells the moving story of Carrie Watts, an elderly Southern woman who dreams of escaping the bustling city to return to rural Bountiful, Texas. She sets out on a risky journey to her beloved hometown with her family in hot pursuit. Along the way, she encounters kindness and compassion … and discovers the true meaning of home.

BWW Q&A: Emily Searle Talks BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Brampton On Stage/The Rose Brampton
BWW Q&A: Emily Searle Talks BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Brampton On Stage/The Rose Brampton
March 18, 2025

Hailing from England, Emily first began singing when she was 6 years old, before starting dance classes. Emily trained professionally at The Italia Conti School in London, where she was awarded a First Class Honours degree in Musical Theatre.

Broadway Alaska Announces Operations Pause & Cancels Remaining Shows
Broadway Alaska Announces Operations Pause & Cancels Remaining Shows
March 18, 2025

The Alaska Center for the Performing Arts (ACPA) has announced a pause in its Broadway Alaska programming for the upcoming season, including the scheduled presentation of Disney’s The Lion King. The decision, made in collaboration with partner Nederlander, comes amid rising operational costs and the need for long-term financial sustainability.

Ousted Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter to Deliver Keynote at Opera Conference 2025
Ousted Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter to Deliver Keynote at Opera Conference 2025
March 14, 2025

Opera America has announced that Deborah F. Rutter, former president of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, will be the keynote speaker at Opera Conference 2025. Rutter served as the first woman president of the Kennedy Center from 2014 to 2025. She left the position after President Donald Trump appointed new board members.

IATSE President Meets With Kennedy Center Workers Amid Cancellation Concerns
IATSE President Meets With Kennedy Center Workers Amid Cancellation Concerns
March 13, 2025

Earlier this week IATSE International President Matthew D. Loeb visited the Kennedy Center to meet with IATSE members, hear their concerns, and show solidarity as behind-the-scenes workers face uncertainty following recent show cancellations. 

VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for Polish Non-Replica Production of WICKED
March 13, 2025

Get a first look at rehearsals for the Non-Replica production of Wicked at Teatr Muzyczny ROMA. This is the first time the musical has ever been staged in Poland. The production will begin performances on April 5th, is currently set to run through June 29th, 2025.

Video: First Look at WAITRESS at TUTS Houston & 5th Avenue Theatre
Video: First Look at WAITRESS at TUTS Houston & 5th Avenue Theatre
March 13, 2025

Watch Kerstin Anderson sing 'She Used To Be Mine' in rehearsals for Waitress - a co-production between 5th Avenue Theatre and TUTS Houston. Waitress is slated to run at the Seattle theatre from March 11-30, 2025. The production then plays Houston April 6-27, 2025.

Video: Inside Rehearsals For THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Milwaukee Rep
Video: Inside Rehearsals For THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Milwaukee Rep
March 13, 2025

Get a sneak peek at rehearsals for Jason Robert Brown's powerful and intimate musical 'The Last Five Years,' starting March 21 in the Stackner Cabaret. The two person cast features Wisconsin native and Kids from Wisconsin alum Grace Bobber as Cathy, and Asher Muldoon as Jaime, who recently came off the national tour of Dear Evan Hansen, with Scott Cook on cello.

Video: Norway Production of WICKED is First to Include Movie Version of Popular
Video: Norway Production of WICKED is First to Include Movie Version of Popular
March 11, 2025

The non-replica production of Wicked in Oslo, Norway is the first production of stage show to include material created for the film. In an all new clip, Glinda (played by Alexandra Rotan) sings the alternate ending for 'Popular' written by Stephen Schwartz for Ariana Grande.

Video: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM: THE ‘70S MUSICAL at Citadel Theatre
Video: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM: THE ‘70S MUSICAL at Citadel Theatre
March 12, 2025

Get a first look at the groovy enchanted forest as Shakespeare's beloved A Midsummer Night's Dream meets the iconic music of the 1970s! A Midsummer Night's Dream: The ‘70s Musical runs through March 23, 2025, in the Shoctor Theatre. Check out the video!

Video: Behind the Scenes of the Props of LES MISÉRABLES on Tour
Video: Behind the Scenes of the Props of LES MISÉRABLES on Tour
March 10, 2025

In this video, go behind the scenes of the props of Les Misérables on tour. Get a close look at the prop food, the iconic Act 1 finale flag, and learn what it takes to bring the production to theatres across the continent.

VIDEO: Drag Artists March for LGBTQ+ Representation at Kennedy Center
VIDEO: Drag Artists March for LGBTQ+ Representation at Kennedy Center
March 10, 2025

Activists marched to the Kennedy Center on Saturday, protesting Donald Trump’s stance on drag shows and recent leadership changes at the venue, which have led to show cancellations.

Lynne And Richard Pasculano Donate $50 Million To Lincoln Center For Contemporary Dance
Lynne And Richard Pasculano Donate $50 Million To Lincoln Center For Contemporary Dance
March 10, 2025

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (LCPA) today announced a $50 million gift from Lynne and Richard Pasculano in support of an expansion of contemporary dance at Lincoln Center. The gift represents the largest single programming gift in LCPA's history.

BWW Q&A: Jay Martel on PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
BWW Q&A: Jay Martel on PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
March 10, 2025

JAY MARTEL has won Emmy, Peabody, Writers Guild of America, and American Comedy awards for his writing. He served as a showrunner, executive producer and writer for the award winning sketch show Key & Peele.

BWW Q&A: Keely Beirne on ANYTHING GOES at OFC Creations Theatre
BWW Q&A: Keely Beirne on ANYTHING GOES at OFC Creations Theatre
March 10, 2025

'Anything Goes' at OFC Creations Theatre, part of the 'Broadway in Brighton Series', directed by Eric Vaughn Johnson and featuring a cast of regional and equity actors, including Kel Mitchell as Moonface Martin.

The Dixon Theatre Reopens After $1.2 Million Renovation
The Dixon Theatre Reopens After $1.2 Million Renovation
March 10, 2025

The Dixon Theatre reopened on March 2, 2025, after a $1.2 million renovation. Originally opened in 1922, the historic venue has undergone extensive restoration and will host 70 shows in the coming year.

Royal Exchange Chief Executive Resigns Following Censorship Concerns
Royal Exchange Chief Executive Resigns Following Censorship Concerns
March 7, 2025

Royal Exchange Theatre's chief executive Stephen Freeman has resigned following the cancellation of a production that referenced the Israel-Gaza conflict and transgender rights.

Kennedy Center Posts Statement On Program Cancellations Amid 'Misinformation' Concerns
Kennedy Center Posts Statement On Program Cancellations Amid 'Misinformation' Concerns
March 7, 2025

The Kennedy Center has issued a statement from Vice President of Public Relations Roma Daravi detailing program cancellations over the last six months. This follows a series of cancellations at the venue, most recently for the upcoming tour stop of Hamilton.

Northwestern Cancels ASSASSINS Mid-Run Amid Backlash Over Racial Slur
Northwestern Cancels ASSASSINS Mid-Run Amid Backlash Over Racial Slur
March 5, 2025

Northwestern's Lovers & Madmen canceled the final performances of Assassins following student backlash over the inclusion of a racial slur. The decision followed public debate about the impact on Black students and the use of language in theatrical productions.



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