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BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Member Omara Portuondo Spotlighted in New PBS Film
by Josh Sharpe - September 16, 2025
Omara Portuondo, the Cuban singer who is a member of Buena Vista Social Club, is the subject of a new documentary film premiering on PBS later this month.
Hollywood Veteran Pat Crowley Passes Away at 91
by Josh Sharpe - September 16, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Pat Crowley, actress of the stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 91. Though mostly known for her work in Hollywood, Crowley appeared in three Broadway productions as a young performer in the early 1950s.
Keke Palmer Reveals What CINDERELLA Song Was Hardest to Sing on Broadway
by Michael Major - September 16, 2025
While on a new episode of Hot Ones with Sean Evans, Keke Palmer joked about having to lean into her classical tone while starring in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella on Broadway. Watch video clips!
Exclusive: Emma Hunton Sings 'Make Peace with Your Demons' from EXORCISTIC
by Joey Mervis - September 16, 2025
Watch in this video as Emma Hunton is joined by Andy Roninson on the piano at the beautiful Laurie Beechman Theatre to perform, 'Make Peace with Your Demons' from Exorcistic.
Workers Bear the Burden of Des Moines Metro Opera’s Ambitions
by Howard Sherman - September 16, 2025
The Des Moines Metro Opera is a 51-year-old company that’s been praised highly by The New York Times. The paper presumably knew little if anything about the near-Dickensian work practices endured by staff, apprentices and interns, some of whom make only $75 a day for the privilege of being associated with the company.
How to Get Access to Early WICKED: FOR GOOD Screenings with Prime Membership
by Josh Sharpe - September 16, 2025
Prime members will soon be able to buy tickets to Wicked: For Good on November 17, four days before the film’s wider release on November 21, in select theaters across the U.S.
Video: Casey Likes Sings Elton John, Broadway at 54 Below
by Michael Major - September 16, 2025
54 Below has shared footage from Casey Likes' cabaret show, Back to the Past. Watch videos of 'Wanted Dead or Alive,' along with Elton John's 'Rocket Man.' Likes also performed medleys, with songs from Spring Awakening, Les Misérables, and more.
Julie Andrews In the Spotlight: From Broadway to THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Beyond
by Josh Sharpe - September 16, 2025
To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Julie Andrews' expansive stage career, from My Fair Lady to Victor/Victoria, and more.
Photos: Rufus Wainwright, Sara Bareilles, Darren Criss & More at OPENING NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - September 16, 2025
Just last night, Sara Bareilles, Darren Criss, Betsy Wolfe, Patti LuPone, Elizabeth Teeter, and Justin Vivian Bond, gathered at Town Hall for Rufus Wainwright's one-night-only concert presentation of  John Cassavetes’ Opening Night. Check out photos here!
Photos: Dylan Mulvaney Meets the Press Ahead of THE LEAST PROBLEMATIC WOMAN IN THE WORLD
by Bruce Glikas - September 16, 2025
Dylan Mulvaney is bringing The Least Problematic Woman in the World, a fearless, autobiographical solo play, Off-Broadway. Ahead of the show's run, Dylan met with the press. Check out photos here!
Exclusive: Backstage With Mira Sorvino and Angela Grovey at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - September 16, 2025
Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino joined Chicago on Broadway on September 15 alongside Angela Grovey as “Matron Mama Morton.' BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the duo backstage!
Photos: Mira Sorvino Takes Her First Broadway Bow in CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - September 16, 2025
Academy Award winner Mira Sorvino took her first Broadway bow, making her Broadway debut in the role of “Roxie Hart” in Chicago on Broadway on September 15. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Broadway’s Darius de Haas To Release New Holiday Album LET ME CARRY YOU THIS CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Concord Theatricals Recordings will release Let Me Carry You This Christmas, a new holiday album from Broadway star and acclaimed vocalist Darius de Haas.
Photos: Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris in ART on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 16, 2025
You can now get a first look at Art on Broadway starring Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris, directed by Scott Ellis opens on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre.
Photos: Jessie Mueller, Beth Leavel and More in THE RINK at CSC
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Classic Stage Company kicked off their 2025-2026 season last night with the first of two benefit concert performances of The Rink. See photos here and learn more!
Broderick, Criss and More to Perform at ONLY MAKE BELIEVE Gala
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Only Make Believe has revealed the performers for its Annual Gala, marking the culmination of its 25th Anniversary year. See the full list of performers and learn how to purchase tickets here!
Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH Gets a Cast Recording
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
The highly anticipated Original Cast Recording of Gavin Creel’s acclaimed  theatrical production of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice, will be  released on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, on all major digital streaming platforms under the title Walk on Through: Live at MCC. 
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 9/14/25
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 9/14/2025.
Patti LuPone, Michael Ball and More to Join LES MISÉRABLES Gala Event
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
LES MISÉRABLES will celebrate its 40th Birthday in London’s West End with a special charity gala performance featuring Patti LuPone, Michael Ball and more. Learn more here!
Darilyn Burtley and More to Join TINA National Tour
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
New cast members have been revealed for the continuation of the North American tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical. Learn more and see how to attend!
Video: Lea Salonga Previews THE VALE - ORIGINS Short Film
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Tony-winner Lea Salonga is starring in The Vale - Origins, an animation/live-action hybrid short film that is tied to a new middle-grade novel by Abigail Hing Wen. Salonga and Wen both recently appeared on ABC7 Bay Area News to discuss the new project. Watch the interview!
Enter a Lottery to See Tom Felton's First Performance in CURSED CHILD
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is launching a special one-time-only in-person lottery on Tuesday, September 30th where fans can enter for the chance to win two tickets to Tom Felton’s Broadway debut performance.
John Lithgow To Star As Author Roald Dahl In Olivier-Winning GIANT On Broadway
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
GIANT, the Olivier Award-winning play by Mark Rosenblatt, will arrive on Broadway in Spring 2026 following acclaimed, sold-out runs at London’s Royal Court Theatre and on the West End.
Actor and Director Robert Redford Dies at 89
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen icon Robert Redford, with several Broadway credits to his name, has died at age 89. Read his obituary here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 16, 2025
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 16, 2025 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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