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Who is NYC Theater's Highest Paid Artistic Director?
by Cara Joy David - August 07, 2023
Ever since Under the Radar was canceled, there have been grumblings about Oskar Eustis’ compensation. They only got louder after a July 14 New York Times article announced the Public was laying off 19% of its staff. Who is the highest-paid NYC theater artistic director?
Video: Watch the Emotional Closing Night Speeches at PARADE
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
In this video, watch as Jason Robert Brown, Michael Arden, and Alfred Uhry give emotional closing night speeches following the final curtain call for Parade.
Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon Will Lead New Off-Broadway Play JOB
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
Tony nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Helstrom,” 'Succession') will star in the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker).
Billy Porter Joins Producing Team of BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR in Pittsburgh
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
 Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced that Billy Porter will join as a producer the upcoming world premiere jazz musical BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR, on stage September 19 to October 8 at the O’Reilly Theater in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Broadway Buying Guide: August 7, 2023
by Team BWW - August 07, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 7, 2023.
Kristen Blodgette Becomes Conductor of SWEENEY TODD
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
Kristen Blodgette has joined the Sweeney Todd company, serving as conductor beginning this past weekend.
FUNNY GIRL Broadway Revival Recoups Investment
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
The first-ever  Broadway revival of FUNNY GIRL has recouped its $16.5 million capitalization after opening in April 2022 at the August  Wilson Theatre. 
Listen: Micaela Diamond Talks THE CHER SHOW, PARADE, and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - August 07, 2023
On this week's episode of Little Known Facts, Micaela described what she learned from Stephanie J. Block as a leader of that company and how inspiring that was.
Wake Up With BWW 8/7: Press Secretary Visits FUNNY GIRL, PARADE Closes, and More!
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
Top stories: Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre visits the cast of Funny Girl this weekend, Parade closes on Broadway, and more!
Photos: White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Attends FUNNY GIRL
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2023
Over the weekend, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was in New York and attended FUNNY GIRL starring Lea Michele. She stayed after the show, met the cast and took some photos with the company. Check out the photos here!
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys-  Drag Me To Broadway with Alexis Michelle
by Jayke Workman - August 06, 2023
I am joined by world renowned Drag Superstar and musical theater extraordinaire, Alexis Michelle! Alexis, aka Alex Michaels, has been seen across the country on National Tours, off-Broadway, and most notably has competed on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9, and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 8!
Video: Watch Varonica from The VV Show's Viral DREAMGIRLS Lipsync TikTok
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2023
Varonica, or The VV Show, from The Mitchell Family Empire, is going viral from a TikTok lipsyncing the iconic 'It's All Over' from the Dreamgirls movie, performed by Jennifer Hudson and Jamie Foxx.
Which Broadway Theatres Have Undergone the Most Dramatic Transformations?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - August 06, 2023
This time, the reader question was: Which Broadway theatres have undergone the most dramatic transformations?
PARADE Plays Final Performance on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2023
The two-time Tony-winning revival of Parade closes at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, following 21 previews and 166 regular performances.
Listen: Maria Bilbao, Ashley D. Kelley, and Jake Pedersen Dish on Making Their Broadway Debuts
by Survival Jobs - August 05, 2023
Taped during a live panel at the 2023 BroadwayCon event on Friday, July 21, the actors give us a glimpse into their artistic journeys from working a memorable ‘survival job’ to the audition process for their respective shows and where they were when they got the call that they had booked their first Broadway gig!   
Video: First Look at RENT at The Muny
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
Watch opening night footage of Rent at the Muny, running through August 10!
Broadway Jukebox: Musicals of the 2020s (So Far)
by Team BWW - August 05, 2023
As Broadway continues to move into a roaring new decade, musicals continue to push boundaries by incorporating innovative technology, as well as taking much needed steps in increasing emphasis on diverse and inclusive storytelling, representing a wider range of cultures, identities, and perspectives on the stage. Study up on the great musicals of the 2020s with a playlist of showtunes of this era (so far).
SWEENEY TODD to Release Cast Album in September
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2023
The cast album for the 2023 revival of Sweeney Todd starring Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford will be released for digital download on September 8.
Wesley Taylor, Kelvin Moon Loh, Adrienne Walker And More Join New Musical THE 12 At Goodspeed Musicals
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Goodspeed Musicals announces the cast for the new musical The 12, the third production of its 60th anniversary season. The 12 explores a moment in one of the greatest stories of all time and will appear on the Goodspeed stage from September 8 – October 29 in East Haddam, Conn..
Interview: Frankie Rodriguez & Dara Reneé Reveal Their Favorite HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES Performances
by Michael Major - August 04, 2023
This season on High School Musical: the Musical: the Series, the students of East High will be joined by some O.G. Wildcats! In this video, we sit down with fan-favorites Frankie Rodriguez and Dara Reneé to breakdown which original cast member cameo they were most excited about, along with what past performance was their favorite, and more.
Interview: How BACK TO THE FUTURE Went from Big Screen to Broadway
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Back to the Future is officially on Broadway! Three years after its UK premiere and almost four decades after its big screen debut, the beloved film is now on its way to becoming an equally adored musical. Much of the show's creative team is very familiar with the source material.
Emily Skinner, Lesli Margherita & More to Join IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Broadway veterans Emily Skinner, Lesli Margherita, and more join the talented cast of IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS FESTIVAL. Don't miss out on this star-studded event happening soon!
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Expands Partnership With The Parkinson's Foundation
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical is expanding its partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Broadway Alum Walter Charles Dies at 78
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing in Walter Charles, Broadway alum, and staeg and screen actor. He was 78 years old.
Wake Up With BWW 8/4: THE NOTEBOOK on Broadway, BACK TO THE FUTURE Reviews, and More!
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2023
Top stories: Read the reviews for Back to the Future, The Notebook musical is headed to Broadway next year, and more!

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