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THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - May 31, 2024


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about The Great Gatsby on Broadway.

THE OUTSIDERS to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024


Tune in to see the cast of The Outsiders perform on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon next week! On Monday, June 3, the company will appear on the show to perform a number from The Outsiders, which has been nominated for 12 Tony Awards. The program airs 11:35/10:35c on NBC.

Review Reoundup: Tituss Burgess' THE PREACHER'S WIFE World Premiere
by Joshua Wright - May 31, 2024


The reviews are starting to roll in for The Alliance Theatre's world premiere musical, THE PREACHER’S WIFE, inspired by the 1996 film of the same name

NYC Tourism + Conventions Calls on City Council to Prioritize Economic Recovery
by Sidney Paterra - May 31, 2024


New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, is calling on city council to preserve its budget, which was recently cut by $3.7 as a result of the Program to Eliminate the Gap (PEG).

Following Leadership Shakeup Chicago Shakespeare Theater 'Parts Ways' With Creative Producer
by Joshua Wright - May 31, 2024


Rick Boynton, a longtime creative producer known for his work on Broadway titles such as Six, Illinoise, and The Notebook, is no longer working at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.

Video: Watch Ben Platt Sing 'All American Queen' in The Honeymind Sessions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


Watch Ben Platt sing 'All American Queen' from his new album Honeymind, out now.

Video: Inside Rehearsals for Kennedy Center's BYE BYE BIRDIE
by Joey Mervis - May 31, 2024


In this video, watch as the cast of Broadway Center Stage production of Bye Bye Birdie at the Kennedy Center rehearses in New York City!

Hank Azaria, Ramin Karimloo & More Join Lineup for Broadway Bets 2024
by Nicole Rosky - May 31, 2024


A full house of Broadway favorites are in the cards to attend Broadway’s official game night when Broadway Bets returns this Monday, June 3, 2024. Check out the full list of celebrity guests here!

Little Island Summer Season Begins Tomorrow With HOW LONG BLUES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


Little Island will begin its summer-long season of world premieres with the first performance of How Long Blues, the new full-length dance piece conceived, choreographed, and directed by Twyla Tharp. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Watch: HELL'S KITCHEN Debuts 'No One' Music Video & Four Singles From Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


Watch the music video for 'No One' from Hell's Kitchen on Broadway!

Video: HELL'S KITCHEN's Jackie Leon Is on Fire
by Robert Bannon - May 31, 2024


In this video, Jackie Leon tells the story of how they received the part, audition process, dealing with the impostor syndrome of being in an Alicia Keys musical as her Broadway debut, the journey to feeling that they can do it, the support they received from some All-Star Cast-mates like Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon, and more!

Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase & More to be Featured on PARTING GIFT Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


PS CLASSICS will release Parting Gift: The Songs of Gerald Ginsburg, featuring stars from Broadway and opera with a 17-piece orchestra. Learn when you can download the album!

Video: Go Inside Opening Night Of THE PREACHER'S WIFE in Atlanta
by Joshua Wright - May 31, 2024


On Friday, May 24, 2024, THE PREACHER’S WIFE celebrated opening night at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta.  Inspired by the beloved blockbuster film, this world premiere musical was celebrated by stars and audiences alike as it debuted on the Coca-Cola Stage.  Watch as the creative team walks the red carpet in this all-new video!

IN THE HEIGHTS, SOFT POWER & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Will Brill Says His Tony Nomination Was 'Out of Left Field'
by Joey Mervis - May 31, 2024


In this video, Tony nominee Will Brill chats about the Stereophonic's journey to Broadway, his surprise to be nominated, and so much more.

Interview: David Henry Hwang Discusses YELLOW FACE Audible Drama
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024


At the beginning of May, a brand new audio version of David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face debuted on Audible, which features a starry cast that includes Daniel Dae Kim, Benedict Wong, Ashley Park, and Jane Krakoswki. BroadwayWorld sat down with Hwang to discuss this new way of experiencing his play and how he approached the material 17 years later.

Ben Platt's New Album 'Honeymind' Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024


Tony award-winning actor and singer Ben Platt has just dropped his third studio album, Honeymind. As previously announced on social media, the album is inspired by a hike he took with his fianceé, Noah Galvin. Listen to the album now!

June Audible Content Includes LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES, WILD WITH HAPPY, & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024


Several theatrical audio projects are due to stream this month on Audible, including a recording of Laura Benanti's solo show Nobody Cares (which is running through June 2 at the Minetta Lane Theater), Colman Domingo's play Wild With Happy, and Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva.

Video: Ben Platt and Leslie Odom Jr. Perform 'The Sound of Silence'
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024


Ben Platt was joined on stage by Leslie Odom, Jr. during last night's performance of Ben Platt: Live at the Palace. The pair performed 'The Sound of Silence' by Simon and Garfunkel. Check out the video here!

Exclusive: Producer David Binder Explains How ILLINOISE Has Made for a Remarkable Journey
by Team BWW - May 31, 2024


As the 77th Annual Tony Awards quickly approach, BroadwayWorld has invited the producers of the Best Production nominees to reflect on their experiences in bringing their shows to Broadway in this stellar season. Today, we hear from producer David Binder, who contributed the below essay about his four-time Tony-nominated Best Musical, Illinoise.

Listen: ILLINOISE Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024


The original Broadway Cast Recording of Illinoise: A New Musical is available today, May 31, on all digital platforms. Listen to the full album here!

Video: Official Music Video For 'No One' From HELL'S KITCHEN
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024


An all new music video has been released for the song 'No One' from the Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen, featuring Shoshana Bean & Maleah Joi Moon. Check out the video here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 31, 2024
by - May 31, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 31, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

APPROPRIATE On Broadway Announces Final Extension
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2024


Due to popular demand, the critically-acclaimed Second Stage Theater  production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer and starring Sarah Paulson, has added an additional eight performances only, extending for a third and final time after 26 weeks on Broadway.  

Photos: See Sarah Hyland & Andrew Barth Feldman in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024


Get a first look at photos of Sarah Hyland as Audrey and Andrew Barth Feldman as Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors.


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