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LEMPICKA Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Joshua Wright - May 02, 2024


BrodwayWorld has learned that Lempicka will close on Broadway May 19th. The production has struggled to find an audience and has had grosses well below those needed to sustain a Broadway musical of its size.

Video: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS' Isabelle McCalla Shares Why Audiences Have Connected With This Timeless Story
by Survival Jobs - May 02, 2024


Join your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , on the latest episode of Survival Jobs, as they chat with the incredibly talented and charming Isabelle McCalla, who is currently starring as ‘Marlena’ in the hit Broadway production of Water for Elephants, which received seven Tony Award nominations including Best Musical this week!

Suspended For Sexual Misconduct, Two Musicians Sue New York Philharmonic
by Team BWW - May 02, 2024


Matthew Muckey, associate principal trumpet, and Liang Wang, principal oboist of the New York Philharmonic, have filed federal lawsuits against both the orchestra and the musicians’ union Local 802. The legal action, submitted to the Southern District of New York, comes after a series of complex events involving allegations from 14 years ago.

Daniel Radcliffe, Lindsay Mendez & More to Present at Drama Leagues
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024


See the stars who are presenting at the 90th annual Drama Desk Awards. Learn more about the awards!

Broadway By Design: THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Nicole Rosky - May 02, 2024


We continue with the creatives from The Who's Tommy- Scenic Designer David Korins, Lighting Designer Amanda Zieve, Projection Designer Peter Nigrini, Sound Designer Gareth Owen, and Costume Designer Sarafina Bush.

Photos: New Production Photos Released for Reimagined SHREK On Tour
by Joshua Wright - May 02, 2024


Check out brand-new production photos for the reimagined production of SHREK THE MUSICAL cross-country national tour.

Rehearsals Begin For Ballroom Inspired Production of CATS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024


PAC NYC is presenting a radical reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic dance musical Cats based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. See the full cast!

Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone Will Return to Broadway in THE ROOMMATE
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024


Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone will return to Broadway this year! The pair will star in the new comedy, The Roommate by Jen Silverman. Learn more here!

Video: First Look at Jason Alexander in JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - May 02, 2024


Get a first look at Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Judgment Day, a hilariously irreverent world premiere comedy starring Tony and Emmy Award winner Jason Alexander (Seinfeld) in his Chicago stage debut.

Find Out Who's Receiving 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre and Special Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024


The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.

Universal Music Group Catalog Will Return to TikTok Following Agreement
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024


An agreement has been reached between Universal Music Group and TikTok, which will return music that was previously removed from the platform.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 2, 2024
by - May 02, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 2, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: Chris Jackson and Christina Sajous Drop In On the Talented Kids Of the 2024 GARDEN OF DREAMS Talent Show
by A.A. Cristi - May 02, 2024


The annual Garden of Dreams Talent Show will return to Radio City Music Hall on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00PM. To help prepare for their big moment, Broadway stars came out to Radio City to provide advice and encouragement to these talented young people.

Photos: First Look At Kyra Sedgwick, Madison Ferris And More In ALL OF ME At The New Group
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024


The New Group has released first look photos of All of Me, by Laura Winters, with Madison Ferris, Danny J. Gomez, Lily Mae Harrington, Florencia Lozano, Brian Furey Morabito and Kyra Sedgwick. 

Leslie Uggams And Liz Callaway Join The Honorary Board Of The York Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024


The York Theatre Company has announced that Broadway leading ladies Leslie Uggams and Liz Callaway have been added to the starry list of the company's Honorary Board of Directors.

Trans Student Removed From Production of OKLAHOMA! in Texas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024


Tyson Bennett is out as his position of Superintendent following a transgender student being denied a role in the school production of Oklahoma!.

Broadway Cares #RedBuckets Raise $4,702,394
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024


Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ Spring Fundraising Competition topped $4,702,394. Learn more!

Video: Alfred Molina Talks New Production of UNCLE VANYA
by Josh Sharpe - May 01, 2024


In a new interview, actor Alfred Molina breaks down his career from his onscreen appearances in films like Spider-Man 2 to his role as Alexander Serebryakov​​​​​​​ in Uncle Vanya, which is currently running on Broadway. He discussed what drew him to the project, his co-stars, and his approach to the material. Watch the video here!

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of PATRIOTS on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - May 01, 2024


Peter Morgan's work is back on Broadway this season with Patriots, led by Tony nominee Michael Stuhlbarg and directed by Rupert Goold. In this video, watch as the cast and creative team celebrate the big opening night!

Tickets to HELL'S KITCHEN On Sale Through January 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024


A new block of tickets are now on sale for the Broadway premiere of the new musical HELL'S KITCHEN. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Elizabeth A. Davis, Tally Sessions & More to Star in HENRY 6 Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024


The Old Globe has revealed cast and creative team for the world premiere of HENRY 6, an adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry VI. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE NOTEBOOK's Ingrid Michaelson Offers Solace to Those Overlooked by the Tonys
by Lauren Hilton - May 01, 2024


On her Instagram page, Ingrid Michaelson, the composer of 'The Notebook,' shared a message of comfort for fellow artists and productions who might have felt overlooked by this year's Tony nominations.

Broadway Performer Thay Floyd Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024


Broadway performer Thay Floyd has passed away. Learn more about Floyd's life and career.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD School Edition Now Available For Global Licensing
by Joshua Wright - May 01, 2024


The school edition of the award-winning and record-breaking Broadway and West End play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, is now available for worldwide licensing via Broadway Licensing Global. The school edition is specifically tailored for high school and secondary school productions and can be licensed for productions beginning as early as fall 2024.

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - May 01, 2024


The music plays on at the Golden Theatre, where the critical darling of the spring season, David Adjmi’s Stereophonic, recently celebrated its opening night. In this video, go inside the big night with the team and cast.


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