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Kara Young to Star in Film Adaptation of Alesha Harris' IS GOD IS Play
Kara Young to Star in Film Adaptation of Alesha Harris' IS GOD IS Play
by Josh Sharpe - October 31, 2024


Kara Young and Mallori Johnson are set to star as the main twin sisters in a new feature adaptation of Alesha Harris' award-winning play Is God Is. Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox and Janelle Monae have also been cast in the film, which Harris is adapting from her play.

Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
by Stephi Wild - October 31, 2024


Additional casting has been announced for William Shakespeare’s Othello, staring Tony Award® winner and two-time Academy Award® winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.

Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2024
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2024
by Josh Sharpe - October 31, 2024


This November, Broadway fans have a slew of new content to enjoy including Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's animated musical Spellbound, Eddie Redmayne's new thriller series, and the screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Check out the lineup here!

Photos: Charli D'Amelio & More Join Cast of & JULIET
Photos: Charli D'Amelio & More Join Cast of & JULIET
by Bruce Glikas - October 31, 2024


Earlier this week at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 13 new company members celebrated their first performances in & Juliet on Broadway. Check out photos from inside the big night!

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 10/31/2024; Jobs for Teaching Artists, Designers, and More
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 10/31/2024; Jobs for Teaching Artists, Designers, and More
by - October 31, 2024


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 10/31/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

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


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

Video: Shaina Taub Talks SUFFS and Shares Why RAGTIME is Her Favorite Musical
Video: Shaina Taub Talks SUFFS and Shares Why RAGTIME is Her Favorite Musical
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


Shaina Taub, who was recently honored by Time Magazine as part of their 2024 Time100 Next List, recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss her musical Suffs. During the interview, she also shared why Ragtime is her favorite show and how it serves as an inspiration for Suffs. Watch the segment now!

Photos: WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Raises Money for the Harris Victory Fund
Photos: WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Raises Money for the Harris Victory Fund
by Nicole Rosky - October 30, 2024


Earlier this week, women of Broadway united for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Check out photos from inside the event here!

Video: RAGTIME at New York City Center
Video: RAGTIME at New York City Center
by Nicole Rosky - October 30, 2024


Ragtime is back onstage in NYC! The musical opens tonight, October 30, with a benefit performance followed by a gala dinner at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Check out highlights of the cast in action in this video!

Photos: Manhattan Theatre Club's EUREKA DAY Cast Meets the Press
Photos: Manhattan Theatre Club's EUREKA DAY Cast Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - October 30, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting Eureka Day, by Jonathan Spector, directed by Anna D. Shapiro. See photos of the company meeting the press here!

Video: New WICKED Teaser Features New Elphaba and Glinda Footage
Video: New WICKED Teaser Features New Elphaba and Glinda Footage
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


A new Wicked teaser is circulating, which contains new moments and previously unseen shots from the upcoming movie. The teaser also features new dialogue from Elphaba, Nessarose, and Glinda. Watch it now!

Photos: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Rings the Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange
Photos: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Rings the Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2024


Earlier this morning, Wednesday, October 30, 2024, The New York Stock Exchange welcomed the cast and crew of Broadway's Water for Elephants to the podium. See photos!

Video: & JULIET Celebrates New Company Members
Video: & JULIET Celebrates New Company Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2024


Last night at & Juliet on Broadway, 13 new company members celebrated their first performances. See video from the evening!

Video: How to Join WICKED's Shiz University Student Directory with Personal ID
Video: How to Join WICKED's Shiz University Student Directory with Personal ID
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


Attention, students! Wicked fans can now receive an official Shiz University Student ID. To create an ID and be added to the Shiz student directory, interested parties must fill out a short form on the Shiz website with a first name and a photo. Watch the video to learn more!

Photos: SHUCKED National Tour First Look
Photos: SHUCKED National Tour First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2024


Get a first look at photos of the national tour of Shucked!

Photos: THE NOTEBOOK'S New Stars- Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson & Benji Santiago
Photos: THE NOTEBOOK'S New Stars- Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson & Benji Santiago
by Nicole Rosky - October 30, 2024


Check out brand new images of the new cast of The Notebook on Broadway, including Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson, and Benji Santiago. 

Photos: Josh Groban, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More at FIND YOUR LIGHT
Photos: Josh Groban, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More at FIND YOUR LIGHT
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


On Tuesday, October 29, Josh Groban hosted his annual Find Your Light Benefit Concert for Arts Education at the famous Appel Room at Jazz Lincoln Center. Guests in attendance included Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles, Renée Fleming, and more. Take a look at the photos here!

Contest: Win A Copy Of THE SPAMALOT DIARIES & More from Crown Publishing
Contest: Win A Copy Of THE SPAMALOT DIARIES & More from Crown Publishing
by BWW Contests - October 30, 2024


BroadwayWorld has partnered with Crown Publishing to give away a Broadway books prize pack to three lucky winners! Win a copy of The Spamalot Diaries, The Wall of Life and more.

Video: Blair Underwood Recalls Losing Out on DREAMGIRLS Role
Video: Blair Underwood Recalls Losing Out on DREAMGIRLS Role
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


Blair Underwood almost appeared in the Dreamgirls movie. On a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the performer chatted with Hudson about the experience, who made her film debut in the same 2006 screen adaptation. Watch the interview!

Early WICKED Movie Reviews Praise 'Masterpiece' Film & Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia
Early WICKED Movie Reviews Praise 'Masterpiece' Film & Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo
by Michael Major - October 30, 2024


The first reviews for the Wicked movie are in! First reactions call the film a 'masterpiece,' with praise for stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Many reveal that the decision to split the film into two parts has been justified after seeing the first part, with each performer putting their signature spin on each character.

Video: Jesse Eisenberg Reveals That His Next Film is About an Original Musical
Video: Jesse Eisenberg Reveals That His Next Film is About an Original Musical
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


The secret is out: Jesse Eisenberg loves musical theater. During a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Social Network star shared that, despite a career in films, musical theater is his first love. He also revealed that one of his next film projects will center on a musical.

Photos & Video: SWEPT AWAY Begins Previews on Broadway
Photos & Video: SWEPT AWAY Begins Previews on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2024


Last night, Swept Away, the new Broadway musical with music and lyrics by folk-rock band The Avett Brothers, began performances at the Longacre Theatre. See photos and videos!

How to See WICKED Early with Amazon Prime Membership
How to See WICKED Early with Amazon Prime Membership
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


Universal Pictures and the Wicked movie are partnering with Amazon to allow Prime members to see the highly anticipated film before its official theatrical release. Find out how to get tickets!

Video: Behind-the-Scenes with Colman Domingo in THE MADNESS
Video: Behind-the-Scenes with Colman Domingo in THE MADNESS
by Josh Sharpe - October 30, 2024


Netflix has released a new behind-the-scenes featurette for The Madness, the upcoming thriller series starring Emmy Award winner and Broadway performer Colman Domingo. Watch as Domingo and the executive producers dive behind the scenes of the new show to explore the world of this conspiracy thriller. 

REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: Will Open at the James Earl Jones Theatre
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: Will Open at the James Earl Jones Theatre
by Stephi Wild - October 30, 2024


Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has set its Broadway theatre! As previously announced, the musical will  begin previews on April 1 ahead of an April 27 opening night. The production has now found its Broadway house, and will play at the James Earl Jones Theatre.


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