Hot Tickets of the Week: CHESS, SPELLING BEE & More
by Team BWW - November 17, 2025
Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting November 17, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
by Team BWW - November 17, 2025
Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting November 17, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
WICKED: FOR GOOD Drops Exclusive Sneak Peek Clip on Peacock
by Josh Sharpe - November 17, 2025
Ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good, Peacock is dropping a surprise sneak peek clip of the film on Monday, November 17. The clip will be introduced by Director Jon M. Chu and will feature film stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum.
by Josh Sharpe - November 17, 2025
Ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good, Peacock is dropping a surprise sneak peek clip of the film on Monday, November 17. The clip will be introduced by Director Jon M. Chu and will feature film stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum.
Photos: Cast of CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - November 17, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of Chess officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out photos of the cast, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, taking their first bows here!
by Bruce Glikas - November 17, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of Chess officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out photos of the cast, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, taking their first bows here!
Video: CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Stephi Wild - November 17, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out a video from curtain call, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, here!
by Stephi Wild - November 17, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out a video from curtain call, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, here!
Contest: Win a Copy of Cynthia Erivo’s book, ‘Simply More’
by Michael Major - November 17, 2025
Enter to win a copy of 'Simply More' by Cynthia Erivo. BroadwayWorld is giving away 10 copies of the Wicked star's new book, Simply More: A Book for Anyone Who Has Been Told They're Too Much. Enter the form below for your chance to win a copy.
by Michael Major - November 17, 2025
Enter to win a copy of 'Simply More' by Cynthia Erivo. BroadwayWorld is giving away 10 copies of the Wicked star's new book, Simply More: A Book for Anyone Who Has Been Told They're Too Much. Enter the form below for your chance to win a copy.
Photos: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Opens At New World Stages
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
This past weekend, the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and friends celebrated their opening night. Check out photos of the star-studded cast and guests, including members of he original Broadway cast!
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
This past weekend, the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and friends celebrated their opening night. Check out photos of the star-studded cast and guests, including members of he original Broadway cast!
ROMY & MICHELE: THE MUSICAL To Close Off-Broadway This Month
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Romy & Michele: The Musical will play its final performance Off-Broadway on Sunday, November 30, following 15 previews and 40 regular performances. The musical is based on the cult film classic Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Romy & Michele: The Musical will play its final performance Off-Broadway on Sunday, November 30, following 15 previews and 40 regular performances. The musical is based on the cult film classic Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion.
Video: Renée Elise Goldsberry Talks Returning to Broadway in THE BALUSTERS
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
On The Jennifer Hudson Show, Tony Award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry shared her excitement for returning to Broadway in The Balusters next Spring. Check out the interview now.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
On The Jennifer Hudson Show, Tony Award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry shared her excitement for returning to Broadway in The Balusters next Spring. Check out the interview now.
Video: Watch the WICKED: FOR GOOD New York Premiere with Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo & More
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Check out the footage 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. Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Marissa Bode, and more were in attendance.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Check out the footage 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. Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Marissa Bode, and more were in attendance.
Photos: Inside the 2025 Academy’s Governors Awards with Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Lopez & More
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
On November 16, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences celebrated the Academy’s 16th Governors Awards in Hollywood, with attendees that included Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Lopez, Hugh Jackman, Amanda Seyfried, and more. Take a look at photos here.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
On November 16, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences celebrated the Academy’s 16th Governors Awards in Hollywood, with attendees that included Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Lopez, Hugh Jackman, Amanda Seyfried, and more. Take a look at photos here.
Cynthia Erivo Set to Kick Off 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with Opening Number
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award winner and three-time Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo will kick off the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with a show-stopping opening number.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award winner and three-time Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo will kick off the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with a show-stopping opening number.
Ne-Yo Make Broadway Debut as 'Davis' in HELL’S KITCHEN
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Ne-Yo will make his Broadway debut in Hell's Kitchen. Nearly a decade after the recording artist won audiences over as The Tin Man in NBC’s “The Wiz Live!,” Ne-Yo steps onto the Broadway stage for the first time in the role of “Davis.”
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Ne-Yo will make his Broadway debut in Hell's Kitchen. Nearly a decade after the recording artist won audiences over as The Tin Man in NBC’s “The Wiz Live!,” Ne-Yo steps onto the Broadway stage for the first time in the role of “Davis.”
MASQUERADE to Launch Another Lotto 666 in November
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
More than 400 people braved the odds at Masquerade’s Lotto 666! Masquerade cast member Charles Osborne hosted the live in-person lottery. Lotto 666 will return, bigger and better in November.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
More than 400 people braved the odds at Masquerade’s Lotto 666! Masquerade cast member Charles Osborne hosted the live in-person lottery. Lotto 666 will return, bigger and better in November.
Video: Durrell 'Tank' Babbs and Amanda Reid Perform 'If I Ain’t Got You' From HELL'S KITCHEN
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
As part of a new Broadway-themed episode of the Tamron Hall Show, Hell's Kitchen stars Tank and Amanda Reid took the stage to perform a reimagined version of “I Ain’t Got You” from the hit Broadway musical. Watch it now!
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
As part of a new Broadway-themed episode of the Tamron Hall Show, Hell's Kitchen stars Tank and Amanda Reid took the stage to perform a reimagined version of “I Ain’t Got You” from the hit Broadway musical. Watch it now!
Ariana Grande To Host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE in December
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Following the release of Wicked: For Good, Ariana Grande will return to host Saturday Night Live for the third time on December 20. During the episode, Cher will take the stage as musical guest.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Following the release of Wicked: For Good, Ariana Grande will return to host Saturday Night Live for the third time on December 20. During the episode, Cher will take the stage as musical guest.
Kelli O'Hara to Perform One Night Only Concert at Lincoln Center Theater
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Tony Award-winner Kelli O’Hara will return to Lincoln Center Theater's Vivian Beaumont Theater stage in a one-night-only concert titled An Evening with Kelli O’Hara.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Tony Award-winner Kelli O’Hara will return to Lincoln Center Theater's Vivian Beaumont Theater stage in a one-night-only concert titled An Evening with Kelli O’Hara.
LIBERATION Extends Broadway Run For Additional Three Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2025
Liberation will extend its run on Broadway for an additional three weeks. The play is written by Tony Award nominee Bess Wohl and directed by Tony Award nominee Whitney White.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2025
Liberation will extend its run on Broadway for an additional three weeks. The play is written by Tony Award nominee Bess Wohl and directed by Tony Award nominee Whitney White.
Photos: Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme Kick Off 2025 Holiday Tour
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Award-winning comedy icons, writers, actors, and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme & Broadway alum Jinkx Monsoon are back with the latest edition of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show. Check out new performance photos here!
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Award-winning comedy icons, writers, actors, and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme & Broadway alum Jinkx Monsoon are back with the latest edition of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show. Check out new performance photos here!
Video: Marissa Bode Discusses the Evolution of Nessarose in WICKED: FOR GOOD
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Actor Marissa Bode, who plays Nessarose in the two-part Wicked movie, joined TODAY with Jenna & Friends to speak about the evolution of her character and how she prepared to tap into the darker side in Wicked: For Good. Check out the interview now.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Actor Marissa Bode, who plays Nessarose in the two-part Wicked movie, joined TODAY with Jenna & Friends to speak about the evolution of her character and how she prepared to tap into the darker side in Wicked: For Good. Check out the interview now.
Video: Watch the First Teaser Trailer for Disney's Live-Action MOANA
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Disney has dropped the first teaser for Moana, the live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit coming to theaters in 2026. Watch to teaser to see the beloved animated world come to life in live-action and to hear a first listen to 'How Far I'll Go' performed by Catherine Lagaʻaia.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Disney has dropped the first teaser for Moana, the live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit coming to theaters in 2026. Watch to teaser to see the beloved animated world come to life in live-action and to hear a first listen to 'How Far I'll Go' performed by Catherine Lagaʻaia.
Video: Michelle Yeoh Talks WICKED Character Arc, CRAZY RICH ASIANS Musical
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh is back as Madame Morrible in the highly anticipated Wicked: For Good. As a part of TODAY's 'Wicked Week,' the actress joined the morning show to discuss the new film and where viewers find her character in this new chapter.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh is back as Madame Morrible in the highly anticipated Wicked: For Good. As a part of TODAY's 'Wicked Week,' the actress joined the morning show to discuss the new film and where viewers find her character in this new chapter.
Video: Stephen Schwartz Opens Up About Nearly Leaving Broadway on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
On Sunday, Broadway songwriter Stephen Schwartz sat down with CBS Sunday Morning for a career-spanning conversation from Godspell to Wicked to his latest show, The Queen of Versailles, now running on Broadway. Watch the segment now.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
On Sunday, Broadway songwriter Stephen Schwartz sat down with CBS Sunday Morning for a career-spanning conversation from Godspell to Wicked to his latest show, The Queen of Versailles, now running on Broadway. Watch the segment now.
Stephanie Styles, Gabe Gibbs, and Elizabeth Judd to Lead CAN'T HARDLY WAIT The Musical Reading
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the upcoming industry reading of Can’t Hardly Wait the Musical!, written by Sinead Daly, with arrangements and orchestrations by Jesse Vargas and directed by Kate Sullivan.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the upcoming industry reading of Can’t Hardly Wait the Musical!, written by Sinead Daly, with arrangements and orchestrations by Jesse Vargas and directed by Kate Sullivan.
Video: WICKED: FOR GOOD Cast Join THE TONIGHT SHOW for WICKED Beat Bit
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
To officially kick off 'Wicked Week' on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the cast from the movie joined Fallon for a new edition of Wicked Beat Bit. Watch as Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang, Ethan Slater, and Marissa Bode tease their characters in the new film.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
To officially kick off 'Wicked Week' on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the cast from the movie joined Fallon for a new edition of Wicked Beat Bit. Watch as Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang, Ethan Slater, and Marissa Bode tease their characters in the new film.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17, 2025- AIDA Oral History Dives Deep On the Iconic Musical and More
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
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