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Interview: THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule Breaks Down Fantasia's 'I'm Here' & More Musical Moments From the Film
by Michael Major - December 12, 2023
BroadwayWorld sat down with The Color Purple director Blitz Bazawule to discuss the musical performances in his new adaptation of the stage musical, especially Fantasia Barrino's version of 'I'm Here.' Watch the video of the interview now!
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 12/10/23
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 12/10/2023.
Kristin Caskey Elected as Chair of the Board at The Broadway League
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Kristin Caskey, Executive Vice President, Content and Creative at Ambassador Theatre Group, has been elected Chair of the Board of The Broadway League. Learn more about Casey here!
BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO
by Nicole Rosky - December 12, 2023
In this video, watch as we take you to the opening night red carpet for How to Dance in Ohio with special guests, including Paula Abdul, Alex Brightman, Natasha Bedingfield, Sutton Foster, Megan McGinniss, and more!
Full Cast And Creative Team Set for WHITE ROSE: THE MUSICAL Starring Jo Ellen Pellman, Paolo Montalban & More
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Full cast and creative team has been revealed for the new musical WHITE ROSE. Meet the talented cast and creative team behind the upcoming production of WHITE ROSE.
Words From The Wings: Noah Robbins of PURLIE VICTORIOUS Shares Favorite Backstage Moments and More!
by Stephi Wild - December 12, 2023
BroadwayWorld is bringing you Words From the Wings, a new series of interviews that take fans behind the scenes of some of their favorite Broadway stars' backstage routines! We're chatting with Noah Robbins of Purlie Victorious. Noah told us all about his favorite backstage moments, routines and more!
I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Enters Final 3 Weeks of Performances on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel, is now in its final three weeks of performances off-Broadway.
Rockefeller Studios Opens Props and Puppetry Studio, The Rock Shop, to Outside Organizations
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Rockefeller Studios has announced that The Rock Shop, a leading props and puppet production studio with years of expertise and over 1,500 items created for a slate of international productions, is making its service available to outside organizations.   
Jackie Burns, Kevin Cahoon, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of New Musical SILK
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
'SILK' A New Musical receives an industry reading. Press release announces the upcoming presentation of the musical.
Video: Timothée Chalamet Would Like to Bring His WONKA Role to Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Timothée Chalamet revealed that he would potentially be interested in bringing his Wonka role to Broadway!
Harriet Sansom Harris Joins the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS at Encores!
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Harriet Sansom Harris is joining the cast of Once Upon A Mattress at New York City Center Encores! next year. Playing the role of Queen Aggravain, Harris reunites with Sutton Foster, who she previously starred alongside of in Thoroughly Modern Millie.
Jenn Gambetese, Robin de Jesus, Alyssa Fox, Ginna Claire Mason and More Join Scott Alan at Birdland in February
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Songwriter Scott Alan will return to Birdland, along with some of today's brightest stars singing his compositions.  The one-night-only event will take place on Monday, February 5 at 7pm.
A Screenplay About the Making of SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Has Been Written
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
A screenplay has been written for a film about the making of the musical, Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark. The film is written by Hunter Toro and is called Boy Falls From The Sky.
PADDINGTON - THE MUSICAL is in Development; Aims For 2025 UK Premiere
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
The beloved bear Paddington is headed to the stage with a new musical now in development! Learn more about what we know about the musical so far!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 12th, 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
WAITRESS THE MUSICAL Live Capture Extends Run In Theaters
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
Due to popular demand, the live capture of Waitress: the Musical is extending its run in movie theaters nationwide!
Broadway Demographics Report Reveals Increased Audience Diversity, Overall Attendance Trending Up
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
The Broadway League has released its annual demographics report, The Demographics of the Broadway Audience 2022-2023, which provides a comprehensive analysis of the theatregoers who attended Broadway shows in New York City last season.
Video: Watch Danielle Brooks Sing 'Hell No!' In THE COLOR PURPLE Trailer
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023
A new trailer for The Color Purple has been released, featuring Danielle Brooks singing 'Hell No!' Megan Thee Stallion will be featured on a remix of 'Hell No!' on the soundtrack. Watch the video, also with Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, H.E.R., Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Jon Batiste, and more.
Video: Go Inside Opening Night of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO
by Nicole Rosky - December 11, 2023
In this video, watch as the whole cast and creative team hits the red carpet before the opening night curtain went up at the Belasco Theatre for How to Dance in Ohio!
WAITRESS THE MUSICAL Live Capture Makes Box Office Top 10
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023
The live capture of Waitress: the Musical made it into the top 10 at the box office over the weekend. Starring Sara Bareilles, the film came in at #8 at the domestic box office, passing an estimated $3.2 million during its opening weekend. The film played on 1,214 screens in the U.S. and Canada.
Reneé Rapp & Megan Thee Stallion to Release MEAN GIRLS Song
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023
Renee Rapp and Megan Thee Stallion will be releasing a new song for the upcoming Mean Girls movie. While no release date for the single has been announced, it is believed to be featured on the upcoming sound track for the movie musical. Megan Thee Stallion announced the song while introducing Rapp's performance at a TikTok concert.
Voting Now Open to Pick the Next On Stage Top 5!
by Team BWW - December 11, 2023
Voting is now open to select the Top 5 for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Cast your vote today!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD North American Tour Will Launch in Chicago in September 2024
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
The magic is hitting the road next year! The North American Tour of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will launch at the James M. Nederlander Theatre in Chicago in September 2024. Learn more about the tour here!
THE COLOR PURPLE Cast Will Sit Down With Jennifer Hudson For Exclusive Talk Show Interview
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2023
Oprah Winfrey and the cast of 'The Color Purple' are set to appear on 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' on Friday, December 15 for an exclusive talk show appearance. Fantasia Barrino Taylor, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Phyllicia Pearl Mpasi, Corey Hawkins, Colman Domingo, and director Blitz Bazawule will also join the show.

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