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Meet the Cast of THE SHARK IS BROKEN, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2023
The Shark is Broken officially begins previews tonight, July 25, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast of The Shark is Broken here!
Video: The Cast of SUMMER STOCK At Goodspeed Musicals Performs 'Accentuate the Positive'
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Corbin Bleu and Danielle Wade lead the cast of the world premiere musical comedy Summer Stock at Goodspeed Musicals. Filled with exuberant dance numbers and hits from the American songbook, Summer Stock will run July 7 - Aug. 27 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Conn. Watch the video!
Jujamcyn Theaters Finalizes Deal to Merge with Ambassador Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Jordan Roth, President of Jujamcyn Theaters, has sold a 93 percent stake in five Broadway theaters, finalizing a previously announced deal with UK theatre company Ambassador Theatre Group. 
Review Roundup: THE COTTAGE Opens On Broadway With An All-Star Cast!
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Broadway's new comedy, The Cottage, written by Sandy Rustin and directed by Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is now playing at the Hayes Theatre! Read the reviews!
GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Sets DVD & Digital Release Following Paramount+ Cancellation
by Michael Major - July 24, 2023
Get ready to dive into the origin story of the iconic Pink Ladies in GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Season One. Follow the rebellious journey of four outcast teenage girls as they shake up Rydell in this prequel to the beloved classic. Available on DVD and Digital, don't miss out on this musical series filled with nostalgia and rock 'n' roll.
Listen: HERE LIES LOVE Star Arielle Jacobs Talks Playing Imelda Marcos with Empathy & More on The Art of Kindness Podcast
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
The Broadway star discusses approaching playing Imelda Marcos with empathy, acts of kindness on Broadway from her brother Adam Jacobs (Aladdin) and much more. The episode can now be streamed wherever you listen to podcasts or on Broadway Podcast Network.
Character Breakdown: THE COTTAGE Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - July 24, 2023
What is The Cottage all about? In this video, we are chatting with the cast to find out!
Broadway Casting Director Mark B Simon Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
According to various sources, casting director Mark B Simon, known for his work on the original productions of Parade, The Last 5 Years, and many more, has passed away.
CLUE National Tour to Launch in Minneapolis in February 2024 - Full Route Announced!
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Producers The Araca Group, Work Light Productions, and Lively McCabe Entertainment have announced that a North American tour of CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the board game and adapted from the cult favorite film, will launch in Minneapolis, MN, playing the Orpheum Theatre from February 27 to March 3, 2024.
A STRANGE LOOP, HADESTOWN, FUNNY GIRL Set for Center Theatre Group's 2023/24
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Center Theatre Group has announced upcoming 2023 – 2024 programming at the Ahmanson Theatre, plus a show for all ages at the Kirk Douglas Theatre.
Video: Andrew Rannells Opens Up About New Book & GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! on Broadway on CBS
by Michael Major - July 24, 2023
Get an inside look into Andrew Rannells' new book, 'Uncle of the Year: & Other Debatable Triumphs,' and his upcoming Broadway musical, Gutenberg! Discover how Rannells reflects on the important moments of his life and career, and find out what's next for this Grammy Award-winning actor. Watch the video now!
Jeremy Jordan & Eva Noblezada Will Lead Paper Mill Playhouse's World Premiere of THE GREAT GATSBY
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Paper Mill Playhouse, the recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, has announced initial casting for its world-premiere production of The Great Gatsby based on the iconic novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Photos: First Look at Caissie Levy, Jamie Parker and More in Rehearsal for NEXT TO NORMAL at Donmar Warehouse
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Michael Longhurst will direct Grammy Award nominee Caissie Levy, Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee Jamie Parker, Trevor Dion Nicholas, Jack Ofrecio, Jack Wolfe, and Olivier Award winner and BAFTA nominee Eleanor Worthington-Cox. The production opens on 22 August, with previews from 12 August, and runs until 7 October. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of HERE LIES LOVE
by Red Carpet - July 24, 2023
The new musical Here Lies Love officially opened on Broadway last week at the Broadway Theatre and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on hand to chat with all the celebrity guests on the big night. Check out what they had to say in this video.
Jonathan Groff, Ben Platt & More Almost Starred in BARBIE
by Michael Major - July 24, 2023
Discover the Broadway stars who were almost cast in the upcoming Barbie movie, including Ben Platt, Jonathan Groff, and more. Find out why they missed out on the chance to join the star-studded cast and learn about the musical numbers featured in the film.
Interview: Alex Moffat Opens Up About His Broadway Debut in THE COTTAGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 24, 2023
Get an inside look at SNL star Alex Moffat's Broadway debut in The Cottage. Don't miss this exclusive interview!
Broadway Buying Guide: July 24, 2023
by Team BWW - July 24, 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, July 24, 2023.
Subscription Numbers Have Plummeted Across the Country, But There Might Be Hope
by Cara Joy David - July 24, 2023
Even before the pandemic, there was talk that the subscription model supporting many non-profits was dying out. In 2000, Theatre Communications Group proclaimed that for the first time since it started examining the topic in the 1980s, average single-ticket income exceeded average subscription income in its studied theaters.
Signed Copy of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Sells at Auction
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
A signed copy of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child was sold to a collector at a recent Glasgow auction.
THE COTTAGE Opens Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
The new American comedy The Cottage opens on Broadway tonight at the Hayes Theater. Learn more about the production here!
Video: Inside Rehearsal For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Muny
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
The Muny is presenting Little Shop of Horrors, July 25 - 31. Get a look inside rehearsals in this all new video!
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Celebration For HERE LIES LOVE
by Bruce Glikas - July 24, 2023
Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opened on Broadway Thursday, July 20, at the Broadway Theatre. Check out photos from the show's opening night celebrations here!
Wake Up With BWW 7/24: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Sets Closing Date, and More
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2023
Top stories: New York, New York will close next weekend, Moulin Rouge! celebrates 1000 performances on Broadway, and more!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK Will Close Next Weekend
by Team BWW - July 23, 2023
This is the final week to see NEW YORK, NEW YORK, the Tony Award-winning musical (Best Scenic Design of a Musical-Beowulf Boritt) that features music and lyrics by John Kander & Fred Ebb, a book written by David Thompson, co-written by Sharon Washington, with additional lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and directed and choreographed by Susan Stroman.  NEW YORK, NEW YORK will play its final performance Sunday, July 30 at 3pm, having played 33 preview and 110 regular performances.
Original A CHORUS LINE Star Pamela Blair Dies at 73
by Team BWW - July 23, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that original 'Val' in A CHORUS LINE, Pamela Blair has died at 73. in Phoenix.

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