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Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande and Constantine Rousouli Join TITANIQUE Broadway Cast
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
Titanique has announced some of its Broadway cast! Alongside Marla Mindelle, who will lead the Broadway company as Celine Dion, are Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande and Constantine Rousouli.
Bernadette Peters, Melissa Errico, and More Set For United Breast Cancer Foundation's THINK PINK GALA
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
United Breast Cancer Foundation will mark its 25th anniversary with the inaugural Think Pink Gala, taking place March 14 at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan. Learn more here!
Video: ALADDIN Broadway Cast Performs a Medley on TODAY
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
The Broadway cast of “Aladdin” recently appeared on TODAY to perform a four-song medley of songs from the hit musical as part of the Citi Concert Series. Check out the video here!
Ricky Rojas to Return to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL as 'Santiago'
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical original Broadway cast member Ricky Rojas will return to the role of 'Santiago'. Ricky Rojas created the role of Santiago in Moulin Rouge! The Musical for the show’s Broadway premiere in 2019.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 1/8/2026; Jobs In Audio, Video, and More
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/8/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Photos: Inside the RAGTIME Cast Recording Listening Party
by Bruce Glikas - January 08, 2026
The Ragtime cast got a first listen to the forthcoming cast recording at a special listening party. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the special event here! 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 8, 2026- Reimagined THE FANTASTICKS Eyes Broadway and More
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
BUG Cancels Final Broadway Preview Due To Illness
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club has canceled the final preview performance of BUG due to an illness in the company. The Broadway production, starring Carrie Coon and Namir Smallwood, is still scheduled to open January 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
Video: Beth Behrs Reveals Dream to Star in THE SOUND OF MUSIC on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
The Neighborhood star Beth Behrs recently shared her dream of playing Maria in a Broadway production of The Sound of Music. Watch as she talks about her bucket list role on The Jennifer Hudson Show.
Photos: DWTS and SECRET LIVES OF MORMON WIVES Star Whitney Leavitt Gets Ready for Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - January 07, 2026
The name on everybody's lips is gonna be Whitney! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the Broadway company of Chicago will welcome “Dancing with the Stars” semi-finalist and actress/breakout star of Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” Whitney Leavitt. She just met the press and you can check out photos here!
Tony-Nominated Actress Marcia Rodd Passes Away at 87
by Josh Sharpe - January 07, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Award-nominee Marcia Rodd, who originated the role of Bobbi in Neil Simon's Last of the Red Hot Lovers, passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 87. 
Milo Manheim and Teagan Croft Set to Lead Disney's Live-Action TANGLED
by Josh Sharpe - January 07, 2026
Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim are set to lead Disney's live-action remake of Tangled as Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. Michael Gracey of The Greatest Showman and 2024's Better Man will direct the movie.
4TH DEMENTIA Short Film Featuring Broadway Stars Sets Free Streaming Debut
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
The award-winning short film 4th Dementia, starring Broadway alum Caroline Aaron (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) and Tony Award winner Bill Irwin (Eureka Day, Sesame Street), will premiere Monday, January 12, on Omeleto.
Edred Utomi to Take Over as 'Alexander Hamilton' in HAMILTON on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Edred Utomi is set to take over the role of Alexander Hamilton in Hamilton on Broadway in early 2026.
Video: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Trailer for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
The official trailer is now here for The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker movement starring Amanda Seyfried. Watch the trailer, which previews the film's musical performances.
WICKED Star Marissa Bode Cast in New Body Horror Feature SNARE
by Josh Sharpe - January 07, 2026
Wicked breakout star Marissa Bode has been cast in Snare, a new psychological thriller from writer/director team Sonja O'Hara and Adam Hoezel. Bode also serves as an executive producer on the film.
Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, & More Receive Nominations for SAG's Actor Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, and more have received nominations for their performances in Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, and Blue Moon at SAG-AFTRA's 32nd Annual Actor Awards.
Video: Tracy Letts Shares Why BUG No Longer Feels Like Science Fiction
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
During a visit to The Late Show, playwright Tracy Letts spoke about the Broadway premiere of his play Bug, and why it has gained a newfound relevance in the years since he originally wrote it. Check out the interview now.
78th TONY AWARDS, WICKED: FOR GOOD, & More Receive Nominations at 30th ADG Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
The Art Directors Guild has revealed the nominees for its 30th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards, which include the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Wicked: For Good, and NBC's Wicked: One Wonderful Night special. 
Exclusive: For Bernard Telsey, Casting the WICKED Movie Was an Art of Collaboration
by Josh Sharpe - January 07, 2026
BroadwayWorld spoke with casting director Bernard Telsey about his work on the pair of Wicked films, his reaction to being included on the Oscar shortlist, and how he hopes the new awards category will change the way people understand the work of casting directors everywhere.
LIBERATION, OEDIPUS, REDWOOD and More Nominated for 2026 GLAAD Media Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has revealed the nominees of the 37th GLAAD Media Awards. 
Video: MASQUERADE Star Telly Leung Sings 'Music of the Night' From PHANTOM
by Michael Major - January 07, 2026
Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
THE FANTASTICKS Will Be Reimagined as a Gay Love Story For Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
A new production of the beloved musical The Fantasticks, reimagined as a contemporary gay love story, is now in development for Broadway under the direction and choreography of Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 7, 2026- First Look At Carrie Coon and More In BUG On Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

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