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Gary Smith, Television Producer Behind Six Tony Awards Shows, Passes Away at 90
by Josh Sharpe - July 21, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Gary Smith, the Emmy-winning television producer whose credits included six Tony Awards broadcasts, passed away on Saturday, July 18, in Los Angeles.
Maia Reficco Set to Lead New Romance Film THE LAST SUNRISE
by Josh Sharpe - July 21, 2025
Maia Reficco, who previously starred as Eurydice in Broadway's Hadestown, is set to lead the new romance film The Last Sunrise for Amazon MGM Studios.
Rachel Bloom Joins THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - July 21, 2025
Drama Desk nominee Rachel Bloom has joined the highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada, which recently began production. She will appear alongside the newly announced Patrick Brammall, as well as Broadway favorites Conrad Ricamora and Helen J. Shen. 
The Pursuit of Entertainment Evolution with Jingyi Li
by Team BWW - July 21, 2025
Jingyi Li (sometimes known as Aurora Li) cares little for labels. The only thing that is important is telling the story in a manner so captivating, so believable, that the common day concerns of the audience falls away as they become encased in the worlds which Ms. Li has facilitated.
Video: Apple TV+ Shares Sneak Peek Clip of FOUNDATION Season 3 Episode 3
by Josh Sharpe - July 21, 2025
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the third episode of the critically acclaimed epic drama, “Foundation” season three. In the episode, an unexpected alliance is formed, Pritcher, Bayta, and Toran come face-to-face with the Mule, and Demerzel seeks spiritual guidance. Check out the clip!
Video: THE BUCCANEERS Season 2 Episode 6 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - July 21, 2025
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode six of the acclaimed hit drama “The Buccaneers' season two. In the episode, tensions are set aside—for now—to help Jinny fight for her freedom. Watch the clip!
Sonya Chung to Step Down as Director of Film Forum
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
Sonya Chung, Director of Film Forum, NYC’s leading non-profit independent cinema since 1970, will step down from her role at the end of this year. She took over from Karen Cooper in 2023.
Cuba Gooding Jr. Joins Cast of Crime Thriller ATLAS KING
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
Broadway alum and Academy Award-winning performer Cuba Gooding Jr. has joined the cast of the gritty new thriller Atlas King, written and directed by Nika Agiashvili.
TED LASSO Season 4 Begins Production
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
Production is officially underway on the highly anticipated fourth season of “Ted Lasso.' Principal photography has begun in Kansas City, hometown of star and co-creator Jason Sudeikis, with additional filming set to take place in London. 
Video: Nicole Scherzinger Talks Final Performance of SUNSET BLVD.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
Following her final performance as Norma Desmond on Sunday, Nicole Scherzinger visited The View, where she reflected on her experience and previewed her new music competition series Building the Band. Watch the interview!
Video: THE GILDED AGE Stars Discuss Season 3 on TODAY
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
In commemoration of the series, The Gilded Age stars Denée Benton and Louisa Jacobson visited TODAY’s Jenna & Friends to unpack the ongoing season. Watch their conversation!
Apple TV+ Sets SHAPE ISLAND Season 2 Debut and Returning Voice Cast
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
Apple TV+ has announced that season two of the stop-motion animated series “Shape Island” will debut globally on August 29, 2025. The new season will feature the voices of Yvette Nicole Brown, Harvey Guillén, and Scott Adsit.
Video: Billy Porter Talks Fulfilling Dream Role as Emcee in Broadway’s CABARET
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
Playing the Emcee on Broadway has been a longtime dream for Billy Porter. The Tony-winner, who steps into the shoes of the Cabaret host this week, visited CBS Mornings to talk about playing the role in the current Broadway production. Watch the interview!
15 Broadway Musicals with Multiple Movie Adaptations
by Josh Sharpe - July 19, 2025
For years, Broadway musicals have spawned multiple film adaptations, from the early days of cinema to Steven Spielberg's remake of West Side Story. Take a look at our list of 15 musicals that have danced their way to the screen more than once!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares SMOKE Episode 6 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - July 18, 2025
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the sixth episode of Smoke, a new crime drama starring and executive-produced by Taron Egerton. Watch it now!
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Movie in Development
by Josh Sharpe - July 18, 2025
A film adaptation of the Tony-nominated Broadway play, John Proctor Is the Villain, is currently in the works, featuring a screenplay by Kimberly Bellflower, who will adapt her stage play.
Video: THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT Canceled at CBS; Will End Run Next May
by Josh Sharpe - July 18, 2025
CBS announced on Thursday that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which debuted in 1993 with David Letterman, will conclude in May 2026 at the close of the 2025-26 broadcast season.
Video: Grey’s Anatomy's Will Martinez Reflects on the Power of Art and Resilience
by Survival Jobs - July 18, 2025
In this video, Will Martinez, who played the lead role in the 2025 Oscar-nominated short film A Lien, shares how the film’s message resonates during a time when undocumented communities continue to face increasing hate and bigotry. He opens up about the responsibility artists have to reflect the times—and how A Lien gave voice to stories too often ignored!
Video: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Spotlighted on TODAY for 60th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2025
The Sound of Music movie is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. To commemorate the occasion, the TODAY Show dedicated a segment to the iconic film on Friday, taking viewers to Salzburg, where the movie was filmed and the real events took place. Watch the behind-the-scenes look now.
BOBBY’S TRIPLE THREAT Sets September Return with New Chefs
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2025
As host of Bobby’s Triple Threat, Bobby Flay has handpicked a trio of newly announced chefs to represent him in the new season, arriving this September.
Video: Bobby Flay Reveals Plans for BEAT BOBBY FLAY Broadway Musical
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2025
Bobby Flay is cooking up a Broadway show. On a visit to The Tonight Show, the prolific chef shared that his long-running cooking show, Beat Bobby Flay, will be heading to a Broadway stage at some point in the future.
Award-Winning Lyricist Alan Bergman Passes Away at 99
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that lyricist Alan Bergman, who worked with his late wife Marilyn on numerous hit songs for the screen, passed away on Thursday at his Los Angeles home at the age of 99.
THE GILDED AGE Sets New Viewership Record with 3.8 Million Viewers for Episode 4
by Josh Sharpe - July 17, 2025
For the fourth episode of Season 3 this past Sunday, 3.8 million viewers tuned in to watch, marking a record-high viewership across the show's three seasons.
Video: Apple TV+ Shares Sneak Peek Clip From STICK Season Finale
by Josh Sharpe - July 17, 2025
Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the season one finale of the sports comedy, “Stick,” starring and executive produced by Owen Wilson. Watch it now!
How Director Michael Yu Created a Trilogy of Comedy-Driven Music Videos for Archie
by Team BWW - July 17, 2025
Filmmaker Michael Yu was pleasantly surprised when British pop artist archie greenlit his music video concept about falling in love with a thief. Fast forward a year and Yu has crafted a trilogy of music videos for the artist—set within a world they’re calling the “archieverse.”

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