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Vocalist Candice Hoyes And Pianist Damien Sneed Present Duke Ellington's ON A TURQUOISE CLOUD At Caramoor, July 30
by A.A. Cristi on July 01, 2022 in New York City

Vocalist Candice Hoyes and Pianist Damien Sneed Present Duke Ellington's On a Turquoise Cloud at Caramoor on July 30

Review: Hale Centre Theatre's Tender SILENT SKY is Life-Affirming
by Tyler Hinton on July 01, 2022 in Salt Lake City

SILENT SKY on Hale Centre Theatre’s Jewel Box Stage is a tender testament to the triumph of the human spirit. It may be a play you haven’t heard of based on obscure history, but SILENT SKY is a life-affirming small treasure that has been lovingly brought to life in an engrossing production that deserves attention and accolades.

Cast Announced For THE INCONVENIENT MIRACLE: A MYSTERIOUS BIRTH MUSICAL At The Episcopal Actors' Guild
by A.A. Cristi on July 01, 2022 in Philadelphia

The Skeleton Rep(resents) in partnership with EAG's Open Stage Grant announces the cast for their production of The Inconvenient Miracle: A Mysterious Birth Musical, a new musical comedy with Music & Lyrics by Emily Rose Simons and Book by Emily Claire Schmitt, directed by Ria T. DiLullo at The Episcopal Actors' Guild (1 East 29th Street, NY NY 10016), August 11-27. 

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Inaugurates HandShakes ASL-English Shakespeare Interpretation Program
by A.A. Cristi on July 01, 2022 in Boston

Commonwealth Shakespere Company (CSC) has announced the establishment of HandShakes, CSC's ASL-English Shakespeare Interpretation Intensive program for Deaf- and hearing ASL/English interpreters and Directors of Artistic Sign Language (DASL)to enhance their skill set around heightened language.

Review: CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND at Theater Mu
by Jared Fessler on July 01, 2022 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

What did our critic think of CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND at Theater Mu? This production was at the Jungle Theater as it was in co-production with Theater Mu. It was my first time at the Jungle Theater and the space was a great fit for this production. As an Asian-American, I always apprieacte that art that Theater Mu produces and think everytime I see a production through Theater Mu, how lucky am I that I live in a city where we have the second largest Asian-American Theater in the nation?!

English National Ballet School Announces Amanda Skoog As New Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

English National Ballet School has announced that Amanda Skoog has been appointed as its new Executive Director.

Eighth Annual PLAYS-IN-DEVELOPMENT Performs Tonight And Tomorrow In Jonesville
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Detroit

The Sauk's eighth annual PLAYS IN DEVELOPMENT will be presented July 1 and 2 at the Sauk Theatre in Jonesville.

Shakespeare and Company Announces Productions Performing From July to October
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Boston

Shakespeare and Company has announced three new plays in the lineup from July until October. Buy tickets for HYMN, MEASURE FOR MEASURE, and GOLDEN LEAF RAGTIME BLUES.

Photo: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE NOSEBLEED at Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3
by Chloe Rabinowitz on July 01, 2022 in Off-Broadway

Rehearsals have begun for the Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 production of THE NOSEBLEED, a new play written and directed by Aya Ogawa.  Ogawa will also be featured in the production, along with Drae Campbell, Ashil Lee, Chris Manley, Saori Tsukada, and Kaili Y. Turner. Get a first look at the cast in rehearsal here!

Feature: Kelly Vohnn Sings Barbra Streisand Brings Her Greatest Hits and Iconic Songs to The Space
by Debbie Hall on July 01, 2022 in Las Vegas

Barbra Streisand is a legend that now seldom performs, but Kelly Vohnn Sings Barbra Streisand brings her greatest hits and iconic songs to The Space on July 8.

SHAKESPEARE AT THE RUINS: AS YOU LIKE IT Will Be Performed By Four County Players In Barboursville, Virginia
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Central Virginia

To open their 50th Anniversary Season in Barboursville, Four County Players, in collaboration with Barboursville Vineyards, will present Shakespeare at the Ruins: As You Like It by Williams Shakespeare, directed by John Holdren, running July 15 through July 30 at the Historic Barboursville Ruins.

Photos: See BROADWAY BARES: XXX Behind the Scenes Portraits
by Chloe Rabinowitz on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

The modern-day burlesque spectacular Broadway Bares: XXX returned to in-person performances at New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom after a pandemic-induced three-year hiatus. Get a look at behind-the-scenes portraits of Ramin Karimlook, Julianne Hough, and more here!

Photos: First Look At The World Premiere Musical, WITNESSES At CCAE Theatricals
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in San Diego

Get a first look at the photos here! WITNESSES, is making its World Premiere in the Center Theater at California Center for the Arts, Escondido (CCAE), from July 15 - 30.

Review: THE GREAT GATSBY Heralds a Triumphant Opening for The Star Theatre At HCC
by Faeron Wheeler on July 01, 2022 in South Africa

THE GREAT GATSBY is one of my absolute favourite books – the characters, the landscape, the era are all so beautifully described by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This stage adaptation by Stephan Fourie and directed by Neil Leachman did not disappoint. It is a joyous spectacle up on stage that stayed beautifully true to the characters and the story.

Proctors Collaborative Announces The Next Block Of Upcoming Shows For July
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Central New York

Proctors Collaborative has announced the next block of upcoming shows coming to Schenectady and Saratoga Springs. Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors, in person or via phone at 518-346-6204 Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. or online.

Primera ronda de votaciones de los Premios del Público Broadwayworld Spain 2022
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez on July 01, 2022 in Spain

Del 1 al 29 de julio, todos los lectores de BroadwayWorld Spain podrán votar a sus favoritos entre la lista de candidatos.

VIDEO: Alex Newell & More Perform on Disney's SAY IT WITH PRIDE Special
by Michael Major on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Disney+ has premiered “Say It With Pride: Disney+ Celebrates Pride 365.” The variety special features Alex Newell performing 'We're All in This Together' from High School Musical, Alan Menken and Nina West performing 'Sheridan Square,' and Angelica Ross and the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles performing 'A Million Dreams.'

The Chicago Premiere of MARIE ANTOINETTE AND THE MAGICAL NEGROES Is Performing At The Story Theatre This Summer
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Chicago

The Story Theatre will present the Chicago premiere of MARIE ANTOINETTE AND THE MAGICAL NEGROES, written and directed by Chicago playwright and Governing Ensemble Member Terry Guest. This new play, which explores rebellion and Black liberation through the lens of the French Revolution, will play June 30 – July 17, 2022.

West End Workers Urged to Reject 10% Pay Offer From SOLT
by Chloe Rabinowitz on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

the UK's biggest broadcasting union, BECTU, is urging West End offstage workers to reject a 10% pay offer from the Society of London Theatre, stating that proposal comes with “strings attached” and does not address issues including Sunday.

Eyal Vilner's New Record, 'The Jam!' Released Today and Album Release Concert Announced At Birdland Jazz Club
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Cabaret

The Jam!, the latest sparkling release from the Eyal Vilner Big Band is out today. Multi-instrumentalist Vilner, founder and leader of one of New York's finest large ensembles, takes direct inspiration from New York's swing dance renaissance, presenting a selection of vibrantly swinging originals that further cement his status as an innovative voice on the modern day big band scene.

SUMMER DIVAS ... SOME ARE NOT! Returns To The Duplex In Support of The Trans Lifeline This Month
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Cabaret

Drag artist Chase Runaway and chanteuse Izze Stein are back with a new collection of summery songs.

Sandcastle Theatre Presents UNDER PRESSURE at the Toronto Fringe Festival 2022
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Toronto

In a world where the adults in charge call the shots and wield the power, UNDER PRESSURE at the Toronto Fringe invites teens to push back and demand change! Under Pressure follows a group of high school students who take a stand against the school dress code and organize a school-wide protest.

Steady Legend Excited To Celebrate 'Say Hey' EP Release At The Green Jay Bar
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Austin

Austin's Steady Legend are back with their highly anticipated EP, titled Say Hey. The 4-track EP will be the band's first recorded release with lead singer Analysa Gonzales; giving the band a more soul/R&B/pop and rock sound, but keeping the signature Steady Legend grooves intact.

All Together Now – Family Dance Day Returns To The Place This Month
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

Family Dance Day returns to The Place, London on Sat 23 July 11am-4pm for a fun-filled, jam-packed day of indoor and outdoor performances and workshops for the whole family.

Carolyn Nones Vazquez Releases Children's Book - Kin To Promote Unity
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in CD/Books/DVDs

Carolyn Nones Vazquez is pleased to announce the release of her children's book, Kin. Kin teaches that no matter our race or heritage, all people are the same.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of RICHARD III in the Park
by Jennifer Broski on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

The Public Theater just celebrated opening night of Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park. BroadwayWorld was there for the big day and we have photos from the red carpet arrivals!

Comedian and Podcaster Brendan Schaub Set To Perform at The Den Theatre In August
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Chicago

The Den Theatre will present comedian and podcaster Brendan Schaub, performing an evening of stand-up on Friday, August 26 at 7:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage.

HADESTOWN Releases Limited-Edition Clear Vinyl Box Set Today
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Today, Sing It Again Records released a limited-edition clear vinyl box set of the Grammy Award-winning Original Broadway Cast Recording of HADESTOWN. The box set features the recording on three clear vinyl records and features a 16-page booklet that includes complete song lyrics and photos of the HADESTOWN cast and creative team.

Exclusive: Billy Porter Uncovers Family History on WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE
by Michael Major on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Billy Porter enlists the help of a family historian and genealogist to learn the truth behind the murder of his great-grandfather. Billy’s research takes him through conflicting accounts of what happened, before he discovers a local African-American newspaper that reveals the shocking truth of his grandfather’s death and the uproar that followed. 

Hillary Clinton to Moderate BroadwayCon Panel
by Chloe Rabinowitz on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Hillary Clinton will be moderating a BroadwayCon panel with legendary women of Broadway! The panel will feature LaChanze, Julie White, and Vanessa Williams, and take place on Friday, July 8 at 1 PM. 

Bill Banning Hidden Ticket Fees to Live Events Signed Into Law
by Chloe Rabinowitz on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation (S.9461/A.10500) targeting unfair, anti-consumer ticketing practices in the live event industry. The bill will increase transparency for consumers purchasing tickets to live events by banning hidden fees.

Review: POTTED POTTER at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Tavish Young on July 01, 2022 in Washington, DC

In the spacious and comfortable Sidney Harman Hall of the Shakespeare Theatre Company, a group of wizards, muggles, adults, and children sat down to watch Potted Potter (The Unauthorized Harry Experience). The show is a parody of the world-famous Harry Potter novels, and encapsulates all seven in just over an hour.

TIM BURTON, EL LABERINTO, llega a Madrid el 29 de septiembre
by Antonio Gil on July 01, 2022 in Spain

La propuesta, que llega de la mano de LETSGO y del propio creador, realiza un recorrido por las diferentes etapas del cineasta a través de sus bocetos originales.

Full cast announced for World Premiere Musical KATHY AND STELLA SOLVE A MURDER! at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Scotland

Francesca Moody Productions and Kater Gordon have announced the full cast for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022 world premiere of KATHY AND STELLA SOLVE A MURDER! The five-strong cast features real-life best friends Bronté Barbé (Kathy) and Rebekah Hinds (Stella) in the title roles, playing Hull’s least successful true crime podcasters Kathy Baxter and Stella Carmichael.

Review: ELISABETH IN CONCERT at Schönbrunn Palace
by Martin Ganeider on July 01, 2022 in Austria

What did our critic think of ELISABETH IN CONCERT at SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE? After the massive success in 2019, ELISABETH, the Musical about Austria's famous empress, is back at Schönbrunn Palace for a three-night-only run. You might never witness a concert in such a unique location perfect for one if not the most successful Austrian musical, written by Michael Kunze (book and lyrics) and Silvester Levay (music). The concert feels like a celebration of the show's unbroken success. Since opening night in 1992, ELISABETH has become a global phenomenon. More than twelve million people have seen the story about Elisabeth's tragic life and death. A Musical National treasure, history Made In Austria.

Out Now: Weilerstein Duo Releases EP Of Charles Ives' Violin Sonata No. 3 On Azica Records
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in CD/Books/DVDs

Today, the Weilerstein Duo released an EP of Charles Ives' Violin Sonata No. 3 on Azica Records. The digital-only EP, recorded in 1997 at the Cleveland Museum of Art, is from the early Azica archives. Newly discovered by violinist Grant Houston, one of the Weilersteins' students at New England Conservatory, the recording is now being released for the first time.

Review Roundup: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the London Palladium
by Review Roundups on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Disney’s beloved Olivier Award-winning stage musical Beauty and the Beast - re-imagined and re-designed in a completely new production staged by members of the original award-winning creative team - is now open at the London Palladium for a strictly limited season until Saturday 17 September. Read all of the reviews for Beauty and the Beast here.

CHEESE FRIES AND FRUIT LOOPS by Chris Fuller Will Perform in Westport Connecticut Before New York Transfer
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Connecticut

Step Forward Entertainment, helmed by Producer Bob Blume, today announced two upcoming benefit performances of CHEESE FRIES AND FRUIT LOOPS,a humorous and poignant new solo show written and performed by Chris Fuller about his pursuit of a life-long dream: to play on the PGA Tour, while living with Bipolar Mental Disorder.

Forestburgh Playhouse Presents PAGEANT THE MUSICAL This Month
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Central New York

Forestburgh Playhouse, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Franklin Trapp, will present PAGEANT THE MUSICAL from July 5 through 17 on the Playhouse Mainstage.

Festival of the Arts BOCA, Boca Raton Historical Society, and The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum Present Music From The Seventies
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Miami Metro

Festival of the Arts BOCA, Boca Raton Historical Society, and The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum today announced the second concert in the SUMMER SIPS & SOUNDS. Scheduled for Wednesday, July 20, at 6 pm, it will feature Music from the Seventies, and will be held in the museum’s lecture hall.

Broadway Podcast Network Announces Broadway Gives Back New Summer Episodes
by Team BWW on July 01, 2022 in Industry

The Broadway Podcast Network will launch a new summer series of Broadway Gives Back hosted by Jan Svendsen. New episodes available now feature Hugh Jackman, Jonathan Groff, Broadway power couple Sergio Trujillo and Jack Noseworthy, TDF's Victoria Bailey, and producer Dori Berinstein with director Sammi Cannold.

Alice Ripley and Adam Pascal Led NEXT TO NORMAL Begins Tonight
by BWW Staff on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

The new, live, 60-minute immersive adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning musical Next To Normal, starring Alice Ripley, who reprises her Tony Award winning performance, begins tonight at the Festival Grec de Barcelona, ahead of an Opening Night set for Wednesday, July 6.

Peter Pan Sequel Takes Flight At The PIT In A World With Cellphones
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Off-Off-Broadway

Lovers of Peter Pan, Captain James Hook, Wendy and even Tinker Bell can see this cast of legendary, literary characters take flight in a new, fun story at the PIT (People's Improv Theater).

Ike Rhein Releases New Music Video 'Summer Breeze'
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Miami Metro

Earlier this year, Ike Rhein released the songs and music videos, 'Messed It Up (feat. Luh Kel)' and 'Violin,' which garnered over 1.5 million streams/views and 2.5 million streams/views respectively.

July 4th Viewing Guide: Lin-Manuel Miranda, MOULIN ROUGE! & More
by Michael Major on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

BroadwayWorld brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Joaquina Kalukango, Heath Headley, and Chita Rivera honoring West Side Story! Plus, the casts of Moulin Rouge! the Musical and Freestyle Love Supreme are also slated to perform.

Stairwell Theater To Continue Their Electro-Pop Dramatization Of Shakespeare's Bloody Wars Of The Roses Plays With Henry VI Part II
by Grace Cutler on July 01, 2022 in Off-Off-Broadway

Stairwell Theater presents Henry VI, Part 2, Shakespeare's rarely performed prophecy about the insidious slide into civil war.

EDINBURGH 2022: Tom DeTrinis Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with Tom DeTrinis to chat about bringing I Hate New York to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

KINKY BOOTS, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, NEWSIES & More Lead Los Angeles' July Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff on July 01, 2022 in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, WEST SIDE STORY, 1776 & More Lead Boston's July Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff on July 01, 2022 in Boston

Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month.

SEX, GRIFT AND DEATH & REVERSE TRANSCRIPTION, BETWEEN THE LINES & More Lead off-Broadway's July Top 10
by BWW Staff on July 01, 2022 in Off-Broadway

Off-Broadway is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month.

Cast and Creative Team Announced For ON YOUR FEET! at the Engeman Center
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Long Island

The John W. Engeman Theater announces the cast and creative team of ON YOUR FEET! Performances begin on Thursday, June 14, 2022, and run through Sunday, August 28, 2022. 

MOULIN ROUGE! Returns to the West End After Cancelling Performances
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Performances of Moulin Rouge! on the West End continue to be cancelled due to COVID-19. Performances have been cancelled since last Saturday, June 25.

Play BroadwayWorld's Daily Word Game - 7/1/2022
by Team BWW on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Today's BroadwayWorld Daily Word Game is now live - can you guess today's word or phrase? The solution can be any theatre related word or phrase - a show title, performer, recognizable lyrical phrase, and more.

Student Blog: Celebrate Fourth of July with these Patriotic Musicals
by Student Blogger: Emily Pugh on July 01, 2022 in Blogs

With the long days full of sunshine, the rising temperatures, and the extra time off for students, individuals, and families alike, it becomes clear that summer is here and so is the unique American holiday - the Fourth of July. I have listed the four quintessentially patriotic musicals to help get you ready for this coming weekend. Whether you stream these works in your free time or listen to the curated playlist below, these musicals are sure to put you in a patriotic mood.

Feature: Stage Reading Set for WHEN CHURCHYARDS YAWN: A Divine Comedy
by Robert Encila-Celdran on July 01, 2022 in Phoenix

The script is clever, replete with snide banter befitting a satire of Shakespeare’s illustrious tragedy. We meet the usual suspects - the upright, the guilty, and the aggrieved - primed to settle a score or two. As they move through various gates and a chaotic mess of random earthly objects, actors are made to piece together a set of uneven stairs, a theatrical metaphor inspired by the work of Polish theater artist Tadeusz Kantor.

Latitude Festival Announces Late Night Line Up
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

The multi-award-winning cinch presents Latitude returns to the stunning grounds of Henham Park, Suffolk, from 21st July - 24th July 2022. Lewis Capaldi, Foals, Snow Patrol, Maggie Rogers, Little Simz, Manic Street Preachers, Phoebe Bridgers, Groove Armada, Fontaines D.C. and Russell Howard, Reginald D. Hunter and Frankie Boyle top a diverse bill where music meets the arts in a full-on cultural explosion.

Review: Oh, What a Night! JERSEY BOYS Rocks the House at The Palace Theater
by Ariana Straznicky-Packer on July 01, 2022 in Connecticut

I thoroughly enjoyed the production alongside an equally energetic crowd who delightfully sang along and met the cast with an enthusiastic standing ovation.

Review: 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Samantha Wu on July 01, 2022 in Toronto

Richard Greenblatt and Ted Dykstra are two accomplished pianists who also happen to be pretty darn funny. Together they've created a musical comedic romp, 2 Pianos 4 Hands (2P4H) playing at the Royal Alexandra Theatre, an ode to their lifelong obsession with the 88 keys. If you've ever endured a music lesson as a child, the flashbacks experienced here are all too real.

Review: Theatre Raleigh's YELLOW FACE
by Jeffrey Kare on July 01, 2022 in Raleigh

What did our critic think? Yellow Face follows Asian-American playwright DHH. Fresh off his Tony Award win for M. Butterfly, he leads a protest against the casting of Jonathan Pryce as the Eurasian pimp in the original Broadway production of Miss Saigon, condemning the practice as 'yellowface.' His position soon comes back to haunt him when he mistakes a Caucasian actor, Marcus G. Dahlman, for mixed-race, and casts him as the lead Asian role of his own Broadway-bound comedy, Face Value. When DHH discovers the truth of Marcus' ethnicity, he tries to conceal his blunder to protect his reputation as an Asian-American role model by passing the actor off as a 'Siberian Jew.'

Review: Stephen Sondheim's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Thrills at the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall
by Peter Nason on July 01, 2022 in Tampa/St. Petersburg

What did our critic think? Chris Cavazza as George and Lindsey Fabian as Dot are stellar in this production of one of Sondheim's most uncompromising shows.

Round The Bend Theatre Presents THE MIGHTY LAMBS in Catskill This Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Central New York

Saugerties' Round the Bend Theatre will present a staged reading of David Bunce's “The Mighty Lambs” on Saturday July 9 and Sunday July 10 at Bridge Street Theatre in Catskill. Curtain for both performances will be at 7:30pm. Bunce, a Capitol Region playwright and actor, and winner of BroadwayWorld.com's Best New Play of 2019 for “Red Maple”, has created, in his latest work, an homage to the pubs of Ireland and the effort to save them.

Legendary Liza Minnelli Concert Available For The First Time
by Stephen Mosher on July 01, 2022 in CD/Books/DVDs

For years the fans have wished for a CD release of Liza's 1979 Carnegie Hall concert. Now, thanks to the folks at Real Gone Music, it is.

THE SEAGULL Leads July's Top 10 New London Shows
by Aliya Al-Hassan on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

July continues a fantastic summer of theatre in London. From Emilia Clarke's West End debut in Jamie Lloyd's version of Chekhov's The Seagull to Anything Goes returning to The Barbican, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!

New Casting Announced for Festival 2022 at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

Updated casting has been announced for Festival 2022 at Chichester Festival Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!

The Center At West Park Announces Evolution Festival Lineup
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in New York City

THE CENTER AT WEST PARK (CWP), the Upper West Side's cultural hub for diverse, engaging, and boundary-pushing performing arts, announces the lineup for The 2022 Evolution Festival, a multi-disciplinary performance festival featuring six original works-in-progress of theater, dance, and music by NYC-based artists.

Anaïs Reno Jazzes Up A Video Roundup
by Stephen Mosher on July 01, 2022 in Cabaret

Anaïs Reno is heading back to Birdland and Broadway World Cabaret is looking at the prodigy in ten videos.

Daisy Wood-Davis and Hannah Lowther Join KINKY BOOTS Concert
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Kinky Boots the Musical in Concert will be stepping out and painting the town red for an extra night on Tuesday 9 August at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane this summer. 

VIDEO: Ariana DeBose Talks Human Rights, the Oscars, and More
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Ariana DeBose appeared on The Tonight Show last night, where she talked about the moving speech she delivered at the Oscars, what people can do to protect human rights in the United States and joining the cast of Westworld.

JERSEY BOYS Comes to Fort Totten Little Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Fargo

Jersey Boys is a 2004 jukebox musical with music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, and book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice. It is presented in a documentary-style format that dramatizes the formation, success and eventual break-up of the 1960s rock 'n' roll group The Four Seasons.

Exclusive Prices for Disney's FROZEN THE MUSICAL
by Aliya Al-Hassan on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Get Tickets for Disney's Frozen the Musical from just £29.50 Disney's Frozen the Musical has extended performances until 26 March 2023 at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

World University Of Design Celebrates First Convocation Ceremony
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in India

World University of Design unveiled its pioneering batches on Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 at World University of Design campus in Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Sonipat, Haryana.

RINGO Comes to the Cameri Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Israel

Minutes after Danny Dingot proposes to Mika, he discovers that his penis is missing. Meanwhile, his tool – “Ringo” – is already celebrating its independence all over town. Mika is pulled into an affair with Ringo, the Police open an investigation, Shlomo Artzi comes to the rescue, and the plot thickens when Ringo enlists to the IDF and gets abducted by Hamas.

A MIDSUMMER'S NIGHT Comes to Greenbrier Valley Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in West Virginia

What happens when Puck and a band of mischievous fairies are tasked with understanding human love? An innovative, magical and bold world premiere production! This original story explores the humor, frivolity and truthfulness of the greatest human condition. Adapted from Shakespeare’s greatest plays, it is chock-full of recognizable text, famous lovers and creativity.

Hong Kong Dance Company Presents Grand Original Dance Poem Shan Shui: An Ode to Nature in September
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in China

In this work, Hong Kong Dance Company draws on the image of nature under the brush, painting an inner world beyond the confines of time or space through dance. The dancers’ bodies become the brush’s dots, dashes and vigorous strokes; they are the artist’s eye for rhyme, rhythm and internal beauty.

EDINBURGH 2022: The Idiot Circus Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with The Idiot Circus to chat about bringing Death Is Coming to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

EDINBURGH 2022: Melissa Stephens Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with Melissa Stephens to chat about bringing Hot Dogs and Tears to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Review: FAVOUR, Bush Theatre
by Alexander Cohen on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

A tumultuous portrait of a family divided by religion and modernity

EDINBURGH 2022: Alex Mackeith Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with Alex Mackeith to chat about bringing Thanks For Listening to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Review: RICHARD III, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Gary Naylor on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Gregory Doran brings the RSC's decade long History cycle to its conclusion with a worthy, if wordy, Richard III

Four Day Festival Line-up For AURA'S ODYSSEY In Crawley Announced
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

Creative Crawley's summer programme Enliven: You're Welcome celebrating Crawley New Town's 75th anniversary finishes with the arrival of Aura, a five-metre tall puppet.

COME FROM AWAY Will Close in the West End on 7 January
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

The multi award-winning London production of global hit musical Come From Away will extend in the West End from September until the end of the year before holding its final performance at the Phoenix Theatre on Saturday 7 January 2023.

NEXT TO NORMAL IMMERSIVE comienza funciones en Barcelona
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez on July 01, 2022 in Spain

La nueva producción del musical protagonizado por la ganadora del Tony Alice Ripley tendrá esta noche su primera previa.

Summer Wind: A Musical Tribute To Frank Sinatra Swings Into Avon-By-The-Sea Next Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in New Jersey

Summer Wind: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra, presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications, will take place on Sunday, August 14, 2022, beginning at 11:30am until 2:00pm, at the Avon Marina, 2 Main Street, Avon-By-the-Sea, New Jersey.

Elmhurst Ballet School Will Perform at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

24 full-time dance students from Elmhurst Ballet School, the vocational school in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet have started rehearsals for the opening ceremony to mark the beginning of Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games on Thursday 28 July. 

Zainab Hasan Will Play The Title Role in ANTIGONE at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced casting and the full creative team for Antigone. Written by Inua Ellams (Barber Shop Chronicles, Three Sisters), this contemporary retelling of Sophocles's epic story has been commissioned by the theatre in its 90th anniversary year.

EDINBURGH 2022: Joz Norris Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with Joz Norris to chat about bringing Blink to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

AN INTERVENTION By Mike Bartlett Comes to Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

Greenwich Theatre presents An Intervention by award winning writer Mike Bartlett, Directed by Artistic Director James Haddrell.  

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, The London Palladium
by Cindy Marcolina on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

The tale as old as time returns to the West End. The 1991 animated film is doubtlessly one of the most beloved out of the Disney catalogue and saw a number of live-action films of varied quality developed over the years. Now, its musical adaptation takes over the Palladium in a grand spectacle directed and choreographed by Matt West. It’s big, it’s theatrical, it’s magical.

Nigel Pivaro Will Lead the UK Tour of THE COMMITMENTS
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

It is 35 years since The Commitments first burst from the pages of Roddy Doyle’s best-selling novel. The world's hardest working and most explosive soul band are set to return in an all new stage production, kicking off a huge nine month tour opening in Bromley in September.

Review: SERSE, Opera Holland Park
by Michael Higgs on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

This historical revival of Handel’s Serse particularly emphasises the humorous aspects of the opera, thereby creating a wonderfully entertaining spectacle from start to finish.

MARY POPPINS Extends on the West End and Will Close 8 January 2023
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

The final extension has been announced for the West End run of the Olivier Award-winning Mary Poppins which will celebrate its final West End performance at the Prince Edward Theatre on 8 January 2023. 

First Eight Shows Announced For Liverpool Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

The multi award-winning Liverpool Theatre Festival returns this Autumn for its third consecutive year – with organisers announcing the first eight live entertainment shows for 2022. 

LES MISERABLES Extends Booking and Announces New Performance Schedule
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

LES MISERABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended booking until Sunday 5 March 2023, and a new performance schedule from Wednesday 5 October 2022. Tickets for the new booking period are on sale from 11.00am today, Friday 1 July.

UK Cast Announced For LIZARD BOY at Hope Mill Theatre
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

The UK cast for the new indie rock musical Lizard Boy has been announced ahead of its UK premiere at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester from 14th - 27th July 2022. Equal parts comic book lore and coming-of-age love story, Lizard Boy is a thrilling original rock musical.

2.22 A GHOST STORY Announces 18 Week Extended Run At The Criterion Theatre
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

The critically acclaimed, smash hit, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story will extend its run at The Criterion Theatre when the current run ends on 4 September.  It will play a 18 week season running through to 8 January 2023.

Lulu Heads to St Helens Theatre Royal as Part of UK Tour in November
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

From Shout to James Bond, from To Sir With Love to The Eurovision Song Contest; Lulu is a bona fide British music legend. On the eve of the 60th anniversary of Shout, she'll be touring the UK for the first time since Autumn 2019 with her most intimate show to date.

BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA Opens Next Week at Chester Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Boston

On Thursday, July 7, Chester Theatre Company (CTC) opens Birds of North America by Anna Ouyang Moench, a beautiful look at a father and daughter who find in birding a surprising way to connect—to understand more about themselves, each other, and the changing world around them.

Iris Theatre Launches Pop-Up Cafe and Bar to Accompany 2022 Summer Programme
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

Iris Theatre announced the opening of a brand-new pop-up, garden café and bar to accompany their 2022 Summer programme at the Actors’ Church.

HEROIN TO HERO Comes to Edinburgh Fringe Next Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Scotland

Young Scottish heroin addict Paul Boggie was at death's door – but with incredible courage pulled back from the brink and ended up as a soldier guarding the Queen at Buckingham Palace.  

Photos: First Look at BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

Jonny Labey ('Strictly Ballroom’ in the West End, 'EastEnders') & Hannah Pauley ('The Mystery of DB Cooper', HBO & BBC, 'In Plain Sight' Amazon Prime & ITV) will star in Neil Simon's ‘Barefoot in the Park’, directed by Robin Herford, at the Mill At Sonning Theatre. Check out the first photos from the production.

Acrobatic Family Show CHORES Will Play In London Before Edinburgh Run
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

A brother and sister are playing in their messy bedroom. Suddenly, their mother's alarming screams rattle the kids into acrobatic action and a frenzied dash to clean their room and do their chores begins. A generous helping of comedy and chaotic acrobatics ensues and the mess of wild action crescendos to a furious peak.

Teach The Youth Hip-Hop Benefit Comes to The Weidner Next Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Appleton, WI

The Weidner will partner for a second year with Cujo-Hip Hop to present Teach the Youth: A Hip-Hop Benefit in support of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay's Youth Arts Initiative.

The Fine Arts Center Theatre Company's Youth Repertory Ensemble Presents ANYONE CAN WHISTLE
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Denver

The Fine Arts Center Theatre Company will celebrate the culmination of this year's Youth Repertory Ensemble program with their production of “Anyone Can Whistle” July 28-31, 2022. 

Photos: First Look at SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER at Laguna Playhouse
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Los Angeles

Laguna Playhouse presents the hottest musical of the Summer, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, based on the Paramount/RSO Picture and the story by Nik Cohn, adapted for the stage by Robert Stigwood in collaboration with Bill Oaks, musical arrangements and orchestrations by David Abbinanti, featuring songs by The Bee Gees, musical direction by Ricky Pope and directed & choreographed by Karen Babcock Brassea. 

The African-American Shakespeare Company and The CRAFT Institute Present 'Echoes Of Us: Now And Forever'
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in San Francisco

Funded by The Black Seed, the African-American Shakespeare Company & The CRAFT Institute have come together to form the African Diasporic Network that will debut Echoes of Us: Now and Always July 15-17 at the Marines Memorial Theatre. 

BLACK COMEDY Comes to Theatre Arlington This Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Dallas

The production stars Micah JL Brooks as Brindsley Miller, Alli Franken as Carol Melkett, Jakie Cabe as Colonel Melkett, Hannah Bell as Miss Furnival, Micah Green as Harold Gorringe, Jenna Anderson as Clea, Andrew Nicolas as Schuppanzigh and Kelley Garland as Georg Bamberger.

Silkroad and NEC Announce 2022 Global Musician Workshop
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Boston

Today, Silkroad and New England Conservatory (NEC) announced the continuation of their partnership to present the Global Musician Workshop (GMW) from August 8-12.

Bay Street's New Puppet Theater Camp Added to Camps Schedule
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Long Island

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is pleased to present Puppet Theater Play, a brand new puppet camp offering that will be held in August as part of Bay Street Theater's summer camp schedule.

San Francisco Opera Center and Merola Opera Program Present Schwabacher Recital This Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in San Francisco

The Schwabacher Recital Series presents baritone Sidney Outlaw (Merola, 2010) and pianist Warren Jones in the final concert of the 2022 series on Thursday, July 28 in the Caroline H. Hume Concert Hall at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

New United Ukrainian Ballet Takes Interpretation of GISELLE to Coliseum This September
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

A remarkable company of dancers will unite in a powerful interpretation of one of the greatest works of the classical repertoire, specially created for them by renowned choreographer Alexei Ratmansky. 

Hollywood Fringe Festival Production Of COCK Adds Four Performances Next Week
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Los Angeles

Cock, a 2022 Hollywood Fringe Festival Community Award nominee for Best Drama, has added four Encore! Producers' Award performances on Friday, July 8, at 8pm; Saturday, July 9, at 2pm and 8pm; and Sunday, July 10, at 2pm. 

East West Players and API RISE Present the Return Engagement Of FROM NUMBER TO NAME: BACK TO LIFE Next Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Los Angeles

East West Players, the nation's longest-running Asian American theater and the largest producer of Asian American theatrical works, in partnership with API RISE, announces the return engagement of FROM NUMBER TO NAME: BACK TO LIFE, a reimagining of the criminal justice system with stories from the API community, from August 5 to 7.

NYC Department of Cultural Affairs Announces $3.6 Million For Transformation of Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in New York City

NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Laurie Cumbo announced $3.6 million in new capital funding for the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art.

Tickets Now on Sale For HEY DUGGEE at Darlington Hippodrome
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in UK Regional

Squirrels get ready! Everyone’s big lovable dog Hey Duggee is touring for the first time EVER and here’s your chance to see him live on stage at Darlington Hippodrome!

Cotuit Center for the Arts Presents Session Americana in Concert This Month
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Boston

Session Americana is a group of musicians’ musicians, a cast of top-shelf players, singers, and writers: Billy Beard, Jon Bistline, Ry Cavanaugh, Dinty Child, Jim Fitting, and Jefferson Hamer. From the beginning, there were lines around the block to get into Toad and Lizard Lounge for Session Americana’s weekly residencies in Cambridge, MA.

CREATETHEATER and SUNY CORTLAND PERFORMING ARTS Announce New Professional College Musical Theatre Partnership
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Industry

CreateTheater's Executive Producer Cate Cammarata and Kevin Halpin, Chair of SUNY Cortland's Musical Theater Department, have announced a new College Musical Theater Partnership in order to develop new musicals in Cortland's professional-oriented B.F.A. program.

THISISPOPBABY Return With WAKE in September
by Stephi Wild on July 01, 2022 in Ireland

THISISPOPBABY are back with their biggest show since the international smash hit RIOT. WAKE is a howling, raucous, soul-stirring celebration of community, regeneration, and the magic of collective catharsis.

Wake Up 7/1: First Look at 13 THE MUSICAL, BROADWAY BARKS Lineup, & More!
by on July 01, 2022 in Broadway

Today's top stories include a first look at the cast of the upcoming film adaptation of 13 the Musical, featuring Debra Messing and more! Plus, the Broadway cast of Into The Woods takes their first bows, Broadway Barks lineup announced, and more!

EDINBURGH 2022: Ellie MacPherson Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with Ellie MacPherson to chat about bringing Happy Birthday Mr. President! to the 2002 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

EDINBURGH 2022: Tom Ward Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with Tom Ward to chat about bringing Anthem to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

David Hunter On New Podcast Jesus Christ Supercast
by Natalie O'Donoghue on July 01, 2022 in UK / West End

BWW catches up with David Hunter to chat about his new podcast Jesus Christ Supercast with Tim Prottey Jones.

Review: EMMA at Guthrie Theatre
by Jared Fessler on July 01, 2022 in Minneapolis / St. Paul

What did our critic think of EMMA at Guthrie Theatre? Emma Woodhouse prides herself on being a matchmaker with an impeccable track record, much to the chagrin of her dear friend Mr. Knightley. Her latest scheme revolves around the sweet Harriet Smith, whom Emma advises to reject a perfectly good marriage proposal in favor of another eligible bachelor. However, her best-laid plans are turned upside down by unpredictable displays of affection, unexpected rivals and Emma's sudden realization that true love may have been under her nose all along. With screwball comedy and surprises aplenty, this fresh, fast-paced world premiere interprets the Jane Austen classic with delightfully unconventional flair.