BWW College Guide - Everything You Need to Know About University Of Michigan in 2019/2020September 27, 2019College theatre program audition season has officially arrived, so to help prospective students with determine where they want to further their education, we're highlighting some of the most prestigious theatre programs! Today we're looking at the School of Music, Theatre, & Dance at the University of Michigan, including its Working In Theatre Lab, professional production opportunities, and more.
BWW College Guide - Everything You Need to Know About Kean University in 2019/2020September 26, 2019With college theatre program auditions just around the corner, we're highlighting some of the most prestigious theatre programs from all across the United States to give you insight into what to expect from their programs, from audition advice to real world experience and more. Today we're chatting with faculty from Kean University's School of Fine and Performing Arts about its professional theatre in residence and more.
THE WRONG MAN's Ross Golan Takes Over Instagram Saturday!September 27, 2019Get ready for an inside look at the new musical The Wrong Man because Ross Golan is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story this Saturday, September 28th. Be sure to tune in throughout the day to get to know the show's composer, lyricist, and book writer for MCC Theater's latest production.
Everything to Know About Disney on Broadway!November 1, 2019Disney has officially been making magic on Broadway for 25 years! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Disney on Broadway is partnering with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS to put on a special benefit to celebrate the momentous occasion. We're getting in on the celebration by looking back at Disney's show-stopping productions, from classics like Beauty and the Beast and Newsies to current favorites like Aladdin and Frozen. Check it all out!
Ask BWW: What is the Legacy Robe?October 31, 2019You asked, and we've answered! We asked BroadwayWorld readers to give us their most burning questions about theatre's inner workings, and we received a question asking about the Legacy Robe. We've put together a guide to let you know all about the history behind the ritual of the robe and to give you a glimpse inside what the ceremony is like. Check it all out!
BWW Readers Name Their Favorite High School Theatre Roles!September 25, 2019We asked, and you answered! To celebrate the importance of arts in education, we asked BroadwayWorld readers to let us know which roles in their high school productions was their favorite to perform. We've now gathered some of the most popular answers for you to enjoy, with roles ranging from The Beast and Reno Sweeney to Fiona and Uncle Fester! Check them all out!
BWW College Guide - Everything You Need to Know About Loyola Marymount University in 2019/2020September 25, 2019With college theatre program auditions just around the corner, we're highlighting some of the most prestigious theatre programs from all across the United States to give you insight into what to expect from their programs, from audition advice to real world experience and more. Today we're chatting with faculty from Loyola Marymount University's Theatre Arts Program about their career development course, shadowing and assisting professors, and more.
VIDEO: Peter Hollens Performs WICKED Medley With The Show's Touring CastSeptember 24, 2019Let's head down to the Ozdust Ballroom for Peter Hollens' medley of the iconic songs from Wicked! Let us rejoicify by checking out the video below to see Peter perform alongside Wicked national tour cast members Andy Richardson, Brandon Stonestreet, Aidan Wharton, Nick Gaswirth, Matt Densky, Amanda Fallon Smith, Micaela Martinez, Jordan Casanova, Megan Loomis, Jennafer Newberry, and Sarah Anne Fernandez.
BWW College Guide - Everything You Need to Know About James Madison University in 2019/2020September 24, 2019With college theatre program auditions just around the corner, we're highlighting some of the most prestigious theatre programs from all across the United States to give you insight into what to expect from their programs, from audition advice to real world experience and more. Today we're chatting with faculty from James Madison University's School of Theatre and Dance about their senior showcases and paid opportunities with professional companies.
VIDEO: Miranda Sings Makes Her Broadway Debut in WAITRESS in Her Latest VideoSeptember 20, 2019Sugar, butter, Miranda! Former Waitress star Colleen Ballinger's YouTube personality, Miranda Sings, recently headed to the Brooks Atkinson Theatre to sneak backstage and try to make her Broadway debut at the diner, no matter what it takes. Check out the full video to see all of Miranda's antics ensue!
VIDEO: Colleen Ballinger Vlogs At Her WAITRESS Final PerformanceSeptember 18, 2019Sugar, butter, Colleen! Waitress said goodbye to one of its stars, Colleen Ballinger, this past weekend as she took her final bow as Dawn. Colleen took her fans behind the scenes throughout the day of her last performance in her latest vlog, including a curtain call speech from director Diane Paulus. Check out the full video below!
VIDEO: Ethan Slater Performs '(Just a) Simple Sponge' at 54 BelowSeptember 18, 2019Ethan Slater, recent Tony Award nominated star of Spongebob Squarepants, made his Feinstein's/54 Below debut earlier this summer with songs that explored the question, 'why do I write?' Now we have a peek inside his show with his performance of '(Just a) Simple Sponge'. Check out the full video!
Everything To Know About The Broadway Flea Market And Grand Auction!September 21, 2019It's time to break out your show shirts and Playbills because the annual Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction is returning to the theatre district this Sunday, September 22nd. To prepare you to experience the ultimate theatrical treasure hunt, we've put together a guide to the ins and outs of the Broadway Flea Market, from the show tables to the autograph table and the auctions. Check it all out!
Meet the ANASTASIA Tour's Dmitry, Jake Levy!September 18, 2019Welcome to his Petersburg! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Jake Levy is set to assume the role of Dmitry on the national tour of Anastasia beginning on October 8th at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles. To prepare you to meet the kid on the fly, we're getting to know the star by looking at some of his most memorable performances. Check it all out!
VIDEO: Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Bringing FROZEN's Sven To LifeSeptember 17, 2019We're heading to Arendelle to get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring Sven to life in the hit Broadway musical Frozen. Check out the video below to see the magic that goes into Andrew Pirozzi and Adam Jepsen performing as the iconic reindeer on the stage of the St. James Theatre.
VIDEO: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Cast Makes Flower ArrangementsSeptember 17, 2019We're heading down to Skid Row for a look at the cast of Pasadena Playhouse's Little Shop of Horrors chatting about the production while trying their hand at arranging their own bouquet of flowers. Check out the video to see MJ Rodriguez, Kevin Chamberlin, and more making their arrangements!
BWW Readers Sound Off About the Use of Cell Phones In The TheatreSeptember 17, 2019We asked, and you answered! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, discussion has been stirring about the use of cell phones in the theatre after Slave Play's playwright, Jeremy O. Harris, shared on social media that the production held the curtain briefly for pop-star Rhianna - and that she texted him during the show. With the debate in full swing, we asked BroadwayWorld readers to share their opinions on the subject with us. Check out some of the answers!
Ask BWW: Understudies vs. Swings. vs. StandbysSeptember 19, 2019You asked, and we've answered! We asked BroadwayWorld readers to give us their most burning questions about theatre's inner workings, and we received a question about the difference between understudies, swings, and standbys. So we've put together a guide to understand the differences and to give you a peek into what it's like filling these roles on stage. Check it all out!