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Review Roundup: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Launches New North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - November 19, 2025
Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of The Phantom of the Opera. Learn more about the new touring production and read the reviews as they come in here!
What’s New in WICKED: FOR GOOD: New Songs, Expanded Scenes, Flashbacks, & More
by Josh Sharpe - November 19, 2025
In just a few clock ticks, Wicked: For Good will be here for the world to see! BroadwayWorld has previewed the film and compiled all of the new material we could find in the second part of the film adaptation. Learn all about the new film here!
ROMEO AND JULIET and More Set for The Public Theater Summer 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed its 2026 Shakespeare for the City season, including Free Shakespeare in the Park’s Romeo and Juliet, Mobile Unit and more.
Listen: Durrell 'Tank' Babbs Shares New Single 'Control'
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
R&B star Durrell “Tank” Babbs, back on Broadway for a limited run in Hell's Kitchen, has released his latest single, 'Control.' The track samples Janet Jackson’s hit “Control,” written and produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. Check it out now.
Lissa deGuzman Joins Conrad Ricamora-Led CHORUS LINE
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
Lissa deGuzman will join Conrad Ricamora in the upcoming production of A Chorus Line in the Philippines! The Wicked alum will be taking on the iconic role of Cassie, with Ricamora leading as Zach.
HELL'S KITCHEN to Release Holiday Song
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
Broadway’s Hell’s Kitchen will release a new holiday song, “Hell’s Kitchen’s A Merry Little Christmas,' featuring cast members Amanda Reid, Phillip Johnson Richardson and Jessica Vosk.
Listen: David Byrne Releases New Single 'T Shirt' Amid North American Tour
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has released a new single, 'T Shirt,' co-written by Brian Eno. Check out the track now!
Video: Grande and Fallon Sing WICKED, LITTLE SHOP & More
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
Following the New York premiere for Wicked: For Good, Ariana Grande stopped by The Tonight Show on Tuesday, where she performed a medley of duets with Jimmy Fallon including 'For Good,' 'Shallow,' 'A Whole New World,' 'Suddenly Seymour,' and more. Check out the Tonight Show performance and interview now.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2025
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 19, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Tom Hanks and Kelli O’Hara Star in THIS WORLD OF TOMORROW at The Shed
by A.A. Cristi - November 18, 2025
The world premiere of This World of Tomorrow starring Academy Award winner Tom Hanks and Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara is now running Off-Broadway at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Read reviews for the production!
Video: Inside WICKED: FOR GOOD New York City Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - November 18, 2025
Join BroadwayWorld on the red carpet from the swankified Wicked: For Good New York City premiere, which streamed live on November 17, 2025 and marked the final stop of the press tour for the film. Watch video interviews with composer Stephen Schwartz, book writer Winnie Holzman, stars Michelle Yeoh and Bronwyn James, cinematographer Alice Brooks and more.
Video: Meet the Company of MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 18, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s SPAMALOT is launching a North American Tour, and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge went behind the scenes with the cast to get a sneak peek! 
Video: Jonathan Bailey Dances Through Life on SESAME STREET
by Josh Sharpe - November 18, 2025
Jonathan Bailey is proving that he doesn't need to be in the land of Oz to dance through life; he can do it anywhere, including the wonderful world of Sesame Street! Check out a new video where the Wicked star shows off his dance moves with Bert and Ernie.
WICKED: FOR GOOD to Break Box Office Records with $200 Million Opening
by Josh Sharpe - November 18, 2025
Wicked: For Good is expected to take over the box office this weekend, with a global opening of $200 million. If achieved, this will make the highly anticipated film the biggest ever opening for a Broadway musical adaptation.
Video: Cynthia Erivo Sings 'For Good' With Students at Her Old School
by Michael Major - November 18, 2025
After looking at old photos from productions of My Fair Lady, Guys & Dolls, and Bugsy Malone, Erivo walked into their choir practice. Watch the video as the students rehearse 'For Good' from Wicked and are surprised by the film's 'Elphaba.'
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 18, 2025
Broadway audiences can now see Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in the Year 7 company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, now playing at the Lyric Theatre. See footage from the red carpet opening here!
Video: Mason Alexander Park Talks THE PANSY CRAZE at Audible Theater and More
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - November 18, 2025
Mason Alexander Park's Audible Theater show, THE PANSY CRAZE, is returning for three new live shows. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Mason Alexander Park to discuss their upcoming performances and recent theatre experiences. 
Photos: Christopher Sieber, Andrew Durand and More at CSC 2025 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - November 18, 2025
CSC’s 2025 Gala was held at City Winery. The evening raised funds for Classic Stage's mission of creating thought-provoking theater. See photos of Christopher Sieber, Andrew Durand and many more on the red carpet!
DRAG RACE Winner Onya Nurve Exits KINKY BOOTS National Tour
by Michael Major - November 18, 2025
RuPaul's Drag Race winner Onya Nurve, aka Justin Woody, has exited the upcoming national tour of Kinky Boots. While no specific reason was given, the production revealed that Omari Collins ('Scarlett D. Von'Du') will be taking over the role of Lola.
Photos: The Cast of MEET THE CARTOZIANS Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - November 18, 2025
Meet the Cartozians officially opened last night, November 17, at the Irene Diamond Stage at the Pershing Square Signature Center. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from opening night here.
Concord Theatricals Secures HAMILTON Global Licensing Rights; Teen Edition Expected in 2028
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2025
Concord Theatricals will take on exclusive worldwide secondary stage licensing rights for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON, expanding the reach of the landmark musical to theaters around the globe.
Photos: OH, MARY! Prepares for Its West End Premiere
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2025
Rehearsal images have been released for the West End premiere of OH, MARY!, opening at Trafalgar Theatre on 3 December 2025. The Tony Award-winning comedy by Cole Escola will star Mason Alexander Park in the role of Mary Todd Lincoln.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB on Broadway Releases New Block of Tickets
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2025
A new block of tickets for Buena Vista Social Club is now on sale for performances at Broadway’s Schoenfeld Theatre. Buena Vista Social Club won 5 Tony Awards.
Karan Brar, Brandon Flynn and More to Star in DATA NY Stage Premiere
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2025
Matthew Libby’s play DATA will make its New York stage premiere, directed by Tyne Rafaeli, and starring Karan Brar, reprising his role from the Arena Stage production.
Video: Jeff Goldblum Talks 'Noble' WICKED: FOR GOOD, Praises Jon M. Chu
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2025
In just a clock tick, Wicked: For Good will finally be here for all the world to see. In celebration, the stars of the film are making their rounds on the late-night shows throughout the week, including the wonderful Jeff Goldblum who recently visited Late Night with Seth Meyers. Check out his interview here.

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