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Video: Watch Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett Rehearse 'Show the World' From BEACHES at Theatre Calgary
by Joshua Wright - May 09, 2024


Get a first look at the song 'Show the World' in rehearsals for Theatre Calgary's upcoming International Premiere of Beaches the Musical.

Casts of CABARET, THE GREAT GATSBY & More to Join MTC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 09, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club will present its annual Spring Gala this month. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Al Hirschfeld Prints, Signed By Cher, Chita Rivera & More to be Auctioned
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 09, 2024


Discover the auction benefitting BC/EFA and The Al Hirschfeld Foundation featuring 20 limited-edition Al Hirschfeld prints, signed by iconic stage and screen stars.

Jack O'Brien & George C. Wolfe Will Each Receive the 2024 Special Tony Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 09, 2024


Jack O’Brien and George C. Wolfe will each receive the 2024 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.

Video: Daniel Radcliffe Explains How Time Has Enriched His MERRILY Performance
by Joey Mervis - May 09, 2024


In this video, watch as Tony nominee Daniel Radcliffe chats more about his co-stars, why Merrily We Roll Along means so much to him, and so much more.

THE OUTSIDERS, ILLINOISE & More to Host Performances Benefitting The Entertainment Community Fund
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 09, 2024


The Outsiders, Patriots, Illinoise, An Enemy of the People and The Who’s Tommy will all host performances with blocks of tickets dedicated to supporting The Entertainment Community Fund. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Patrick Page, OH, MARY!, and More Nominated For Off Broadway Alliance Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


The Off Broadway Alliance has announced the nominees for the 13th Annual Off Broadway Alliance Awards, honoring commercial and not-for-profit productions that opened Off Broadway during the 2023-2024 season. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean Will Host & JULIET Sing-Along Performance
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


For one night only AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys will join the company of & JULIET onstage on Thursday, May 16 at 7 pm to host a special Sing-Along performance of the hit Broadway musical.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Exhibit Comes to the Museum of Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


The Museum of Broadway will host its newest special exhibit, celebrating the Tony Award®-winning Best Musical Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Learn more about the exhibit and how to attend here!

Video: Do You Know the Answer to Last Night's Theater-themed Final Jeopardy?
by Josh Sharpe - May 09, 2024


Last night's final Jeopardy! was 'The Theater.' Recently, Jeopardy has featured a 'World Theatre' category, a 'Songs In Musicals' category, Idina Menzel category, a Tony-Winning Musicals category, a 'Broadway is Back' category, a Broadway Musicals category, a Shakespeare's Women category, and a Stephen Sondheim category. Watch the video and test your knowledge!

Film Adaptation of Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS is in the Works
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


A film adaptation of Peter Morgan's play, Patriots is in the works. Morgan will take a break from his work on The Crown to focus on the film. 

Photos: Original Majestic Theater Marquee Is Back
by Jennifer Broski - May 09, 2024


When the phantom took over 44th Street, some changes were made to the theatre's facade, including iconic black bricks surrounding its entrance and an all-black paint job for  the marquee. Now the marquee has been restored to its former color and you can check out photos here.

Video: Watch 3 Romeos of & JULIET Cover *NSYNC
by Nicole Rosky - May 09, 2024


For all of the Max Martin hits included in & Juliet, did you know that so many more didn't make the cut? Watch 'Tearin' Up My Heart (Romeos' Version)' featuring three Romeos: Ben Jackson Walker, Makai Hernandez, Daniel J. Maldonado.

Photos: Inside the Public Theater Gala Honoring the Creatives of HELL'S KITCHEN
by Jennifer Broski - May 09, 2024


The Public Theater held its Annual Gala, honoring the creative team of HELL’S KITCHEN: Camille A. Brown, Kristoffer Diaz, Michael Greif, and Alicia Keys. Check out photos from inside the big night.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 9, 2024
by - May 09, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS Musical Presentation And More Announced At Edinburgh Fringe
by Joshua Wright - May 08, 2024


A presentation of the new musical adaptation of the cult hit comedy, Drop Dead Gorgeous, is among the newest offerings at Edinburgh Fringe Festival. 

Jason Danieley Ties the Knot with Andrea Nunes
by Sidney Paterra - May 08, 2024


Broadway veteran Jason Danieley has just announced his marriage to longtime partner Andrea Nunes.

Jose Llana Replaces Conrad Ricamora in TITANIC at Encores!
by Nicole Rosky - May 08, 2024


Jose Llana will now be playing the role of Thomas Andrews in Encores! Titanic, replacing his Here Lies Love costar Conrad Ricamora. Ricamora will reprise his role in the Broadway transfer of Oh, Mary!, which is set to begin performances on June 26 at the Lyceum Theatre.

ILLINOISE on Broadway Cancels Tonight's Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


Illinoise on Broadway has cancelled tonight's performance. Learn more about the show.

Bid on the Chance to Meet Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez & Daniel Radcliffe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


Through Charitybuzz, you can now bid on the chance to meet Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez & Daniel Radcliffe at the Drama League Awards!

Video: How Eden Espinosa's 9 Years with LEMPICKA Led to a Tony Nomination
by Joey Mervis - May 08, 2024


In this video, watch as Eden Espinosa chats more about developing her character, why her fellow nominees mean so much to her, and so much more.

Lost Broadway Script for 1926 Production of THE GREAT GATSBY Released
by Josh Sharpe - May 08, 2024


Cambridge University Press has recently released the rediscovered script for the 1926 Broadway production of The Great Gatsby. Long before the current musical adaptation, F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel came to the stage for the first time in 1926, playing at the Ambassador Theatre, which currently houses Chicago. The production, directed by filmmaker George Cukor (My Fair Lady) was successful, playing for 112 performances in New York before a national tour and later, a film.

THE MUSIC MAN National Tour Will Launch January 2026
by Joshua Wright - May 08, 2024


BroadwayWorld has learned that a production of Meredith Willson's The Music Man will tour across the United States beginning January 2026. The new production will be produced by Big League Productions.

Video: Inside the ILLINOISE Opening Gala Celebration
by Joey Mervis - May 08, 2024


In this video, watch as Justin Peck is joined by Illinoise cast members Ben Cook, Gaby Diaz, Ricky Ubeda and more to celebrate the special day.

Sam Morrison's SUGAR DADDY to Play The Wallis This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


Sugar Daddy, a new production of comedian and actor Sam Morrison’s one-man show, will play the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.


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