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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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North Carolina Radio Station Won't Air 'Inappropriate' Met Opera Productions
North Carolina Radio Station Won't Air 'Inappropriate' Met Opera Productions
October 4, 2023

WCPE Radio in North Carolina won't broadcast six of the Metropolitan Opera's productions this year over concerns about the opera's content, reports NPR.

Make Sure Your Phone Doesn't Interrupt A Matinee During October 4th Emergency Alert Test
Make Sure Your Phone Doesn't Interrupt A Matinee During October 4th Emergency Alert Test
October 3, 2023

If you're attending a matinee tomorrow, you'll need to take some extra steps to make sure your phone doesn't interrupt the performance. Even if your phone is set to vibrate and do not disturb, it will still loudly beep unless you take additional steps.

BWW Q&A: Jessica Wells, Karl Ripka of Role4Initiative at Consider This Theater Company
BWW Q&A: Jessica Wells, Karl Ripka of Role4Initiative at Consider This Theater Company
October 3, 2023

Consider This Theater Company is proud to present the debut of the original play, Role4Initiative', written by Jessica Wells and Karl Ripka! Performances will be from September 14th - October 1st at Mills-Pate Arts Center. Thursdays - Saturdays will be at 7:30 p.m.

New Report Paints Grim Picture For Chicago Arts Sector; Subscribers Down 39% Over 4 Years
New Report Paints Grim Picture For Chicago Arts Sector; Subscribers Down 39% Over 4 Years
October 3, 2023

A new report commissioned by Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events by Southern Methodist University’s DataArts group paints a grim picture for Chicago's arts organizations on the sector's post-COVID-19 recovery.

Events Producers Across Country Still Owed Thousands Of Dollars By Brown Paper Tickets
Events Producers Across Country Still Owed Thousands Of Dollars By Brown Paper Tickets
October 2, 2023

In March 2020, BroadwayWorld first reported on Brown Paper Ticket's delays in paying out customers, something they blamed at the time on the pandemic. A full year later, they announced they would be paying a $9 million settlement to customers awaiting payouts and refunds following an investigation by The Washington State Office of the Attorney General, which reportedly received over a thousand complaints from customers around the world.

SOME LIKE IT HOT Announces Broadway Closing Date
SOME LIKE IT HOT Announces Broadway Closing Date
September 28, 2023

The most award-winning musical of the 2022-2023 season, SOME LIKE IT HOT has announced a closing date at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre before it launches a national tour and West End production.

Alfred Molina & John Douglas Thompson To Lead Pasadena Playhouse's INHERIT THE WIND
Alfred Molina & John Douglas Thompson To Lead Pasadena Playhouse's INHERIT THE WIND
September 28, 2023

Pasadena Playhouse announces the cast for the upcoming production of INHERIT THE WIND. Get all the details on this fresh take on a classic play.

BWW Q&A: Jeff Calhoun of ELVIS - A MUSICAL REVOLUTION at Walnut Street Theatre
BWW Q&A: Jeff Calhoun of ELVIS - A MUSICAL REVOLUTION at Walnut Street Theatre
September 27, 2023

BroadwayWorld sat down with Jeff Calhoun, who is currently directing Elvis - A Musical Revolution at Walnut Street Theatre. The new musical Elvis – A Musical Revolution will make its Philadelphia premiere at the Walnut Street Theatre. Directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award nominated director Jeff Calhoun, the production begins previews October 3, and opens October 11.

City Ballet Cancels 'See the Music' Events as Orchestra Wears Shirts Referencing Contract Negotiations
City Ballet Cancels 'See the Music' Events as Orchestra Wears Shirts Referencing Contract Negotiations
September 27, 2023

The NY City Ballet has canceled upcoming 'See the Music' performances, short pre-show segments where the orchestra is raised to stage level for short demonstrations, following orchestra members insisting on wearing 'Fair Contract' shirts. 

Review Roundup: DEAD MAN WALKING at the Metropolitan Opera
Review Roundup: DEAD MAN WALKING at the Metropolitan Opera
September 27, 2023

xThe reviews are in for the premiere production of the new Met season, Dead Man Walking. American composer Jake Heggie’s masterpiece, the most widely performed new opera of the last 20 years, has its highly anticipated Met premiere, in a haunting new production by Ivo van Hove.

Immersive Space Experience Coming To Colorado February 2024
Immersive Space Experience Coming To Colorado February 2024
September 26, 2023

Infinity Experiences, Felix & Paul Studios and PHI Studio, in association with Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) Off-Center has announced the presentation of Space Explorers: THE INFINITE premiering in Colorado this February 3 – May 5, 2024 at Stanley Marketplace. 

Taran Killam Will Play Lancelot in SPAMALOT; Alex Brightman To Succeed Him in 2024
Taran Killam Will Play Lancelot in SPAMALOT; Alex Brightman To Succeed Him in 2024
September 26, 2023

Taran Killam will join the Broadway company of Spamalot as Lancelot when the production begins previews on Broadway. He will remain with the company through January 9th, 2024 - at which time Alex Brightman will take over the role, reprising his run from the Kennedy Center production.

Richard Kind & John Owen-Jones to Lead Sondheim's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM in Paris
Richard Kind & John Owen-Jones to Lead Sondheim's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM in Paris
September 21, 2023

Richard Kind will star as Pseudolus in the upcoming Paris production of A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, which will be the inaugural production of the new Lido 2 Paris. John Owen-Jones will take on the role of Miles Gloriosus.

Rialto Chatter: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Open On Broadway This Season
Rialto Chatter: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Open On Broadway This Season
September 18, 2023

BroadwayWorld has learned that The Heart of Rock and Roll will open on Broadway this season, per a casting notice. The production is expected to start rehearsals in mid-February with opening planned for April.

BWW Q&A: Alyse Arpino & Patrick Campbell of INTO THE WOODS at CM Performing Arts Center
BWW Q&A: Alyse Arpino & Patrick Campbell of INTO THE WOODS at CM Performing Arts Center
September 13, 2023

The CM Performing Arts Center's Main Stage production of INTO THE WOODS is sure to enchant its audiences from September 16-30. Inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, INTO THE WOODS is an enchanting, brilliant musical that ventures beyond “happily ever after!” What begins as a lively fantasy ends in lessons of responsibility, consequences for our actions, and what we teach our children.

BWW Q&A: Director Trevor Southworth On Stephen King's MISERY at the Athens Theatre
BWW Q&A: Director Trevor Southworth On Stephen King's MISERY at the Athens Theatre
September 13, 2023

Stephen King's 'Misery' will take the Stage at the Athens Theatre beginning September 22nd. We sat down with director Trevor Southworth to talk about bringing the show to life on stage.

BWW Q&A: Mandy Gonzalez On Performing With Javier Muñoz at Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown, NJ
BWW Q&A: Mandy Gonzalez On Performing With Javier Muñoz at Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown, NJ
September 13, 2023

Mandy Gonzalez and Javier Muñoz, the Broadway stars of Hamilton and In the Heights, will celebrate today’s greatest composers, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Stephen Schwartz and other extraordinary songwriters on Friday, September 29th.

BWW Q&A: Marc Kimelman of A Chorus Line at The Rev
BWW Q&A: Marc Kimelman of A Chorus Line at The Rev
September 13, 2023

BroadwayWorld caught up with Marc Kimelman who is directing A CHORUS LINE, the final production of its 65th anniversary season, at The Rev! Check out our complete interview.

Jerry Mitchell Will Direct West End Production Of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA
Jerry Mitchell Will Direct West End Production Of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA
September 12, 2023

BroadwayWorld has learned Jerry Mitchell will direct the West End production of The Devil Wears Prada, replacing Anna D. Shapiro who directed the world premiere at Broadway In Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre. Prior to the West End run, the show will have its UK premiere at the Theatre Royal Plymouth.

Rialto Chatter: LEMPICKA Will Open On Broadway Spring 2024
Rialto Chatter: LEMPICKA Will Open On Broadway Spring 2024
September 11, 2023

A casting notice has been released for the Broadway production of Lempicka, which notes that the musical will go into rehearsals in January and open in New York in March.



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