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VIDEO: Watch Vintage Performances from BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN
by Team BWW - March 22, 2022
As BroadwayWorld reported last week, the Broadway-bound musical Bob Fosse's Dancin', with choreography by Bob Fosse and direction and musical staging by Tony Award-winning choreographer Wayne Cilento (Broadway's Wicked and The Who's Tommy) has found its cast. ​​​​​​​Before the beloved show returns to the stage, relive some of the original choreography.
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE NYC SESSIONS – VOLUME TWO Out Now
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2022
YELLOW SOUND LABEL has announced the release of Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Two, the next installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim.
Photos: Go Inside BROADWAY BY THE YEAR: THE NEW WAVE
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - March 22, 2022
The Town Hall presented Broadway By The Year: The New Wave on Monday, March 21 at 8pm. Created, written, hosted and directed by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall, the event launched Broadway By The Year's 21st landmark season at The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd Street).
VIDEO: Remembering Stephen Sondheim and Celebrating Andrew Lloyd Webber on Their Shared Birthday
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2022
Today, BroadwayWorld is remembering Stephen Sondheim, and celebrating Andrew Lloyd Webber, both of whom share March 22nd as their birthday!
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda Visits SUFFS at the Public Theater
by Bruce Glikas - March 22, 2022
The Public Theater is now presenting the World Premiere of SUFFS, a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Public Theater Artist-in-Residence Shaina Taub, music direction and music supervision by Andrea Grody, choreography by Obie Award winner Raja Feather Kelly, and direction by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silverman. SUFFS will have an official press opening on Wednesday, April 6. Ahead of opening night, Public Theater veteran Lin Manuel-Miranda stopped by to check out the show!
VIDEO: Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell & Darren Criss Talk AMERICAN BUFFALO
by Nicole Rosky - March 22, 2022
Emmy & Tony Award winner Laurence Fishburne, Academy Award & Golden Globe winner Sam Rockwell and Emmy Award & Golden Globe winner Darren Criss will star in the Broadway revival of David Mamet's American Buffalo, directed by Neil Pepe (Speed-the-Plow, A Life in the Theatre). Performances for American Buffalo will begin today, March 22, 2022.
BEETLEJUICE, SIX, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and More Announced for Broadway in Hollywood 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2022
Broadway In Hollywood has announced their new 2022-23 season entitled, 'Simply the Best' - the first full season announcement in two years, consisting of eight Broadway national tour productions which will play both the Pantages and Dolby Theatres in Hollywood.
Wake Up With BWW 3/22: MJ THE MUSICAL Tour, THE COLOR PURPLE Film Cast, and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2022
Today's top stories include an upcoming North American tour of MJ the Musical, set to begin in 2023. Plus, Ben Levi Ross returns to Dear Evan Hansen, additional casting for The Color Purple film, and more!
Meet the Cast of AMERICAN BUFFALO
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2022
American Buffalo officially begins performances tonight, March 22, at the Circle in the Square Theatre. Opening night is set for April 14. Learn more about the cast bringing this show back to Broadway!
Photos: Rehearsals Begin for A WALK ON THE MOON At George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
George Street Playhouse shared photos today from the first rehearsal for the East Coast premiere of the new musical A Walk on the Moon, which begins preview performances April 26 and opens May 6 at The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, only a short train ride from New York City. 
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal for A STRANGE LOOP on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Go inside rehearsal for the Broadway premiere of A Strange Loop, Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer-Prize winning musical. 
Death of Broadway Singing Coach Barbara Maier Gustern Has Been Classified As a Homicide
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
The death last week of Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern has been classified by New York police as a homicide. Her attacker remains at large.
Mill Mountain Theatre Will Stage Previously Canceled Production Of IN THE HEIGHTS
by BWW Staff - March 21, 2022
Over the weekend, cast members at Mill Mountain Theatre were told they were being let go after bringing to leadership complaints of whitewashing of the role of Vanessa in the production.
BWW Blog: 'What Comes from the Heart, Goes to the Heart'
by Atlantic Theater Company - March 21, 2022
Every Monday at 5:30pm I enter the Google Building in New York City through a pair of gigantic glass double doors. This ritual upon first examination appears grossly quotidian, but upon further, much deeper reflection it occurs to me that there was I time I felt like buckling at the knees at the very thought and anticipation of what awaited me behind those slender silver studded doors.
Norm Lewis, Alex Newell, Wynton Marsalis & More to Take Part in Black Theatre Coalition Gala
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Co-founders T. Oliver Reid, Warren Adams, and Reginald “Reggie” Van Lee, Board members Aaliytha Stevens and Naila McKenzie, along with Executive Director Olivia Jones, Program Director Nik Whitcomb & more announced today their upcoming virtual gala, BUILDING NEW PATHWAYS, streaming on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 7pm.
Photos: First Look at James McAvoy in CYRANO DE BERGERAC at BAM
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) will present Jamie Lloyd’s bold, Olivier-winning revival of Cyrano de Bergerac—written by Edmond Rostand and freely adapted by Martin Crimp—at the BAM Harvey Theater from Apr 5—May 22. Check out photos of James McAvoy on stage in Cyrano.
Ana Villafañe to Play Daughter of Fidel Castro, Alina Fernandez, in Upcoming Biopic
by Michael Major - March 21, 2022
Ana Villafaña will play Alina Fernandez in Alina of Cuba: La Hija Rebelde. The film follows the Cuban American immigrant and human rights advocate who was born to Fidel Castro and Natalia “Naty” Revuelta as the result of an affair. Fernandez eventually became one of Castro's most outspoken critics and was arrested on multiple occasions.
The Legendary Holland Taylor Talks West Coast Premiere of ANN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 21, 2022
Written by and starring Holland Taylor, Ann is an inspiring and hilarious look at the life of celebrated Texas Governor, Ann Richards. Taylor is now set to present the West Coast premiere of Ann at the Pasadena Playhouse. Ann, directed by Benjamin Endsley Klein, runs from March 22 through April 24.
Ben Stiller in Talks to Star in Ivo Van Hove's THE SHINING Stage Adaption
by Michael Major - March 21, 2022
Ben Stiller is in talks to play Jack Torrance in Ivo Van Hove's stage adaption of The Shining. With Van Hove directing, with Tony-winning Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime writer Simon Stephens adapting Stephen King's novel for the stage. The production is expected to eventually transfer to Broadway.
Photos: First Look at Jackie Burns, Jonah Platt & More in A WALK ON THE MOON Rehearsals
by Bruce Glikas - March 21, 2022
George Street Playhouse shared photos today from the first rehearsal for the East Coast premiere of the new musical A Walk on the Moon, which begins preview performances April 26 and opens May 6 at The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, only a short train ride from New York City.
Jarrod Spector Will Play Steven Spielberg in the World Premiere of BRUCE at Seattle Rep
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Seattle Rep announced that Tony-nominated leading man Jarrod Spector has been cast in the highly anticipated role of Steven Spielberg in the world-premiere production of BRUCE.
Photos: Billy Porter-Helmed THE LIFE Concludes Performances at Encores!
by Bruce Glikas - March 21, 2022
Just last night, New York City Center Encores! wrapped up The Life, directed and adapted by Billy Porter. The production starred Jelani Alladin as Lou, Alexandra Grey as Queen, Antwayn Hopper as Memphis, Grammy nominee Mykal Kilgore as Young JoJo, Grammy Award winner Ledisi as Sonja, Erika Olson as Mary, Destan Owens as Old Jojo, and Ken Robinson as Fleetwood. Check out photos from inside closing night.
Ben Levi Ross Returns to DEAR EVAN HANSEN Beginning Tomorrow For Eight Weeks Only
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Ben Levi Ross will be welcomed back to the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) this Tuesday, March 22, where he will re-join the Broadway company of Dear Evan Hansen as ‘Evan Hansen.’
Broadway & Beyond to Host Industry-Wide Webinar on Anti-Racist Stage Management Practices
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
The webinar, titled The Stage Manager’s Role in Building an Equitable and Compassionate Production Culture, will take place on Tuesday, April 5 from 2:00-4:00pm EST. Enrollment is free and open to all, with advance registration required. ASL interpretation will be available. 
MADDALENA Premieres at Bolshoi This Week
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Sergei Prokofiev's Maddalena comes to the Bolshoi. Libretto based on the play by Magda Lieven, and orchestration by Edward Downes. The score has been made available by Boosey & Hawkes Publishers Limited.

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