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Drew Lachey and Lea Lachey's New Musical LABEL•LESS Will Embark on Tour This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
Drew Lachey of 98 Degrees and Choreographer Lea Lachey’s new musical, label•less, opens on October 21st, hitting the road this fall. Learn more about the musical and where to catch it on tour here!
BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL Adds Tony-Winner Faith Prince, Erich Bergen And More to World Premiere Cast
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
Broadway In Chicago has announced complete casting for BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre live on stage for the first time for a limited five-week engagement, November 19 - December 24.
Ryan McCartan Will Lead Off-Broadway Premiere of LONE STAR This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
Ryan McCartan (Wicked, Frozen, Heathers The Musical, Fox’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show) will star in the upcoming off-Broadway premiere of James McLure’s dark comedy Lone Star. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Interview: 'Art Should Not Be a Static Thing': Actor Lea Salonga on Legacy, Empowerment and Aching Feet in STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
by Kat Mokrynski - September 28, 2023
Recently, BroadwayWorld had the chance to speak with Lea Salonga about what it has been like bringing this show to the West End. We discussed the collaboration process with team members like Cameron Mackintosh and Julia McKenzie, her favourite Sondheim songs, and mastering a British accent!
13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL to Have World Premiere Workshop Next Month in London
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
The world premiere of new musical 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL, written by the writers of the hit film of the same name, Josh Goldsmith and Cathy Yuspa, will be holding a two week workshop hosted at Battersea Arts Centre. Learn more about the new musical here!
Actor Sir Michael Gambon Dies Aged 82
by Aliya Al-Hassan - September 28, 2023
Sir Michael Gambon, who had an acting career that took him from Laurence Olivier’s nascent National Theatre to screen roles in the Harry Potter films, has died at the age of 82.
Ian McKellen Speaks Out Against Use of Trigger Warnings in FRANK AND PERCY
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
Ian McKellen has once again spoken out about his dislike for trigger warnings being posted outside of theatres. Find out what he had to say here!
Robbie Fairchild, Gary Wilmot, and Briana Craig Will Lead World Premiere of THE ARTIST in 2024
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
Lead casting has been announced for the world premiere stage production of Michel Hazanavicius’ multi–Academy Award-winning film The Artist. Learn more about the production and find out who is starring here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 28th, 2023
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 28, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Leslie Odom Jr. Stars In PURLIE VICTORIOUS On Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Read reviews for Purlie Victorious on Broadway starring Tony Award-winner, Leslie Odom Jr.! 
Photos: HADESTOWN Cast Members Bring Awareness to Climate Change at Edge
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Discover how the cast of HADESTOWN, including Phillip Boykin, Betty Who, and Reeve Carney, are using their platform to raise awareness about climate change at the Edge event. Learn more about their efforts to make a positive impact.
Entertainment Community Fund Will Host Producer's Picks Nights at & JULIET and BACK TO THE FUTURE This October
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
This October, the Entertainment Community Fund continues their Benefit Performance program Producer’s Picks, with both & Juliet and Back to the Future set to host upcoming  performances with blocks of tickets dedicated to supporting the Fund.
City Ballet Cancels 'See the Music' Events as Orchestra Wears Shirts Referencing Contract Negotiations
by Joshua Wright - September 27, 2023
The NY City Ballet has canceled upcoming 'See the Music' performances, short pre-show segments where the orchestra is raised to stage level for short demonstrations, following orchestra members insisting on wearing 'Fair Contract' shirts. 
Jelani Remy, Talia Suskauer, Kate Rockwell & More to be Featured in NAMT's 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Discover the talented cast for NAMT's 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, including Talia Suskauer, Jelani Remy, Kate Rockwell, and more. Don't miss out on this exciting showcase of new musicals.
Video: See Kevin McAllister, Sally Wilfert, Sam Gravitte & More in Rehearsals for SWEENEY TODD at TUTS
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Watch rehearsal footage of Sweeney Todd at TUTS!
Christian Borle Will Direct John Cariani, Heather Ayers & More in Howard Ashman Tribute Concert at 92NY
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
The 92nd Street Y, New York is presenting the Lyrics and Lyricists 2023/24 season opener Tale as Old as Time: The Songs of Howard Ashman. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
HERE WE ARE to Offer $25 and $40 Tickets Through Lottery and Rush Policies
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Don't miss out on the chance to see HERE WE ARE at discounted prices! Find out how you can secure $25 and $40 tickets through the show's lottery and rush policies. Get all the details and make sure you don't overspend on this must-see production.
Steven Skybell, Rachel Zatcoff & More to Star in AMID FALLING WALLS (TSVISHN FALNDIKE VENT)
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene has revealed the complete cast for Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent).
Caesar Samayoa, Cristina Sastre & More to Star in HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Get the latest news on the cast of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway, including Caesar Samayoa and Cristina Sastre. Get all the details on when and where you can see this exciting production.
Video: Meet BOOP!'s Betty, Jasmine Amy Rogers!
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
Boop has found a Betty in Jasmine Amy Rogers! The newcomer will star as Betty Boop! in BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. Watch videos of her past performances here!
Nominations Open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards Worldwide
by BWW Awards - September 27, 2023
Nominations are now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards worldwide! The 2023 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023.
Nominate Your Arts Educator for the 2024 Excellence in Theatre Education Award
by Team BWW - September 27, 2023
Do you have a theatre teacher who has made a major impact on your life? World Teachers' Day (October 5) is quickly approching and there's no better way to show your appreciation than by submitting them for the 2024 Excellence in Theatre Education Award!
Video: Ariana DeBose Leads Disney's WISH Movie Musical Trailer
by Michael Major - September 27, 2023
Disney has released the official trailer for Wish, a new animated movie musical starring Ariana DeBose. Featuring the voices of the Academy Award-winning DeBose as Asha, Chris Pine as King Magnifico, and Alan Tudyk as Asha’s pet goat Valentino, the epic animated musical “Wish” features new songs by Julia Michaels and Benjamin Rice. Watch the video!
Photos: In Rehearsals for Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN at the Public Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
The Public’s world premiere musical HELL’S KITCHEN, featuring music & lyrics by 15-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys and a book by Pulitzer finalist Kristoffer Diaz, is now in rehearsals! Check out photos of the cast in the rehearsal room here!
Jasmine Amy Rogers to Star as Betty Boop in BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2023
This Fall, Jasmine Amy Rogers will star as Betty Boop! in BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. Learn more about the production!

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