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Review Roundup: THE WHO'S TOMMY Returns To Broadway! Photo Review Roundup: THE WHO'S TOMMY Returns To Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2024

The Pinball Wizard has returned to conquer Broadway! The revival of the iconic rock n'roll spectacle The Who's Tommy has opened at the Nederlander Theatre in a new production from original Tony Award-winning creators Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff. Read the reviews! ...
Canadian Stage Sets 2024-25 Season Featuring Toronto and Canadian Premieres & More Photo Canadian Stage Sets 2024-25 Season Featuring Toronto and Canadian Premieres & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Canadian Stage has unveiled its 24.25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets....
Meyerbeer's LE PROPHETE Comes to SummerScape Photo Meyerbeer's LE PROPHETE Comes to SummerScape
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024

As a highlight of the 2024 Bard SummerScapefestival, the Fisher Center at Bard presents the first new American production in almost five decades of Giacomo Meyerbeer’s Le prophète, an all-too-topical grand opera in which religion, politics, and power collide....
Review: Musikal Masih Ada and the Turbulent Lives of Cancer Patients Photo Review: Musikal Masih Ada and the Turbulent Lives of Cancer Patients
by Rakaputra Paputungan - May 01, 2024

On April 23rd 2024, Yayasan Kanker Indonesia (Indonesian Cancer Foundation) produced the original musical Musikal Masih Ada (Still Remains the Musical), in collaboration with Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jakpro, and new performing arts company Adpro. The musical ran for two shows at Graha Bhakti Budaya, Ja...
Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical inspired by the iconic songs written and performed by Huey Lewis and The News, officially begins previews tonight, March 29. The musical  will open at The James Earl Jones Theatre on Monday, April 22. Meet the cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll here!...
Stars Collective Options LEIGH HOWARD AND THE GHOSTS OF SIMMONS-PIERCE MANOR Photo Stars Collective Options LEIGH HOWARD AND THE GHOSTS OF SIMMONS-PIERCE MANOR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 02, 2024

Stars Collective has acquired the rights to Shawn M. Warner's best-selling YA novel, LEIGH HOWARD AND THE GHOSTS OF SIMMONS-PIERCE MANOR, with plans for potential film and TV adaptations....
FROZEN, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For North Shore Music Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) is set to return for an expanded season of exceptional musical entertainment for North Shore audiences. Learn more about the season here!...
Review Roundup: CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Opens on Broadway Photo Review Roundup: CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Opens on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - April 21, 2024

Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club opened tonight at the August Wilson Theatre on Broadway. Check out what the critics had to say here!...
Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal Photo Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal
by Joshua Wright - April 05, 2024

BroadwayWorld has learned that J. Antonio Rogriguez, who was playing Orpheus on the Hadestown tour before having to step away from the production following the expiration of his DACA renewal, will now be able to return to the production....
Opera Philadelphia Appoints Anthony Roth Costanzo As General Director And President Photo Opera Philadelphia Appoints Anthony Roth Costanzo As General Director And President
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

Opera Philadelphia welcomes Anthony Roth Costanzo as the new General Director and President, marking a new era for the renowned opera company....
Review: ABOVE THE FOLD at Factory On 5th Photo Review: ABOVE THE FOLD at Factory On 5th
by Victoria Schwarz - April 19, 2024

Julie Zaffarano’s ABOVE THE FOLD, set in 1935, is a play about three investigative reporters and a photographer who are staying in the same hotel as they cover a grand jury. The work of this particular grand jury is to determine if there is sufficient evidence to conduct a trial for the murder of si...
CUTTING THE TIGHTROPE: THE DIVORCE OF POLITICS FROM ART Comes to the Arcola Theatre Photo CUTTING THE TIGHTROPE: THE DIVORCE OF POLITICS FROM ART Comes to the Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024

A series of rapid political responses, Cutting the Tightrope: the divorce of Politics from Art brings together award-winning playwrights with radically different voices to form an urgent response to the creeping repression of the arts. ...
Review: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS at Shadowbox Live Photo Review: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS at Shadowbox Live
by Paul Batterson - April 20, 2024

The Shadowbox motto is to do to sketch comedy what Second City does for improv. To do that, it uses a simple formula: crisp writing and solid acting produce big laughs....
Interview: Jill Van Velzer of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall Photo Interview: Jill Van Velzer of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall
by Victoria Schwarz - April 13, 2024

I am delighted to have had a chance to interview Jill Van Velzer who plays the role of Mrs. Burke in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY. An accomplished actress, Velzer has also toured with productions of Phantom of the Opera and King & I, in addition to acting in numerous regional productions....
Review Roundup: THE GREAT GATSBY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva No Photo Review Roundup: THE GREAT GATSBY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada!
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024

Welcome to the Jazz Age! The new musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby opens on Broadway tonight, starring Jeremy Jordan  and Eva Noblezada! Read the reviews!...
WHITE COLLAR PRISON Makes Its Debut: If It's Not Too Much Trouble (You're Going to Ja Photo WHITE COLLAR PRISON Makes Its Debut: If It's Not Too Much Trouble (You're Going to Jail)
by Team BWW - April 23, 2024

From the visionary minds of Gregory James Jenkins and Neil Garguilo, comes what may be the most powerful musical satire since The Book of Mormon; WHITE COLLAR PRISON takes center stage with the release of its first single on April 15th, ahead of the musical comedy album release in June of 2024....
Interview: Avon Native John Ambrosino Makes his Broadway Debut in THE WHO'S TOMMY Photo Interview: Avon Native John Ambrosino Makes his Broadway Debut in THE WHO'S TOMMY
by R. Scott Reedy - April 19, 2024

While a student at Thayer Academy in Braintree, actor, singer, and director John Ambrosino saw his earliest Broadway shows – from “Sunset Boulevard” to “Victor/Victoria” and, in his senior year, “Titanic” with Brian D’Arcy James, brother of the school’s then Head of Drama, Anne James....
Interview: Measha Brueggergosman-Lee of Opera Atelier's ALL IS LOVE Photo Interview: Measha Brueggergosman-Lee of Opera Atelier's ALL IS LOVE
by Ilana Lucas - April 08, 2024

BroadwayWorld Toronto spoke to ALL IS LOVE star Brueggergosman-Lee about her love for the show and the company, the importance of taking risks, and how her upcoming Governor General’s Lifetime Achievement Award is really an encouragement to keep creating....
Video: Southtowne Lanes Shares New Single 'Go Cold' Photo Video: Southtowne Lanes Shares New Single 'Go Cold'
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

Get the latest on SOUTHTOWNE LANES, a band for fans of Pianos Become The Teeth and Tiny Moving Parts. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's entertainment news....
Who Decides the Drama Desk and Drama League Awards? Photo Who Decides the Drama Desk and Drama League Awards?
by Cara Joy David - April 01, 2024

It is award season. And every year newcomers to the industry ask what most of the awards are. In this series, I’ll hopefully explain that. I'll be looking at many of the major awards other than the Tony Awards. First up today: the Drama Desk Awards and the Drama League Awards....
Broadway Buying Guide: March 25, 2024- HADESTOWN Is (Livin' it Up) on Top Photo Broadway Buying Guide: March 25, 2024- HADESTOWN Is (Livin' it Up) on Top
by Team BWW - March 25, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 25, 2024....
Review: PRELUDE TO A KISS Returns to South Coast Repertory as a World Premiere Musica Photo Review: PRELUDE TO A KISS Returns to South Coast Repertory as a World Premiere Musical
by Michael Quintos - April 23, 2024

Based on Craig Lucas' 1988 play and 1992 film adaptation of the same name, PRELUDE TO A KISS - THE MUSICAL is an admirable first attempt of a new musical that is, clearly, still a work-in-progress. In its current state, this genuinely charming but disjointed musical could use a sharp refocus and som...
Kiefer to Release New Live Trio Album 'Something For Real'; Listen to Lead Single 'Cu Photo Kiefer to Release New Live Trio Album 'Something For Real'; Listen to Lead Single 'Cute'
by Josh Sharpe - April 30, 2024

Pianist and producer Kiefer – known for his blend of beat-making and virtuosic jazz skills as well as his work with Drake and Anderson .Paak, among others– has announced Something For Real, a live trio album due out digitally on May 10 on Stones Throw Records. “Cute,” which originally featured on Ki...
GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE: THE MOVIE In the Works from Universal Photo GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE: THE MOVIE In the Works from Universal
by Josh Sharpe - April 25, 2024

According to multiple reports, Gabby's Dollhouse, the preschool show, will be recieving a feature film called Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie, which is due to release on September 26, 2025. Nine seasons of the show are currently available to stream on Netflix, with a tenth one on the way. The film will...
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Bel Photo Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024

Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month....




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