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BroadwayWorld's East Coast Summer 2023 Classical Arts Top Picks
by Team BWW - July 21, 2023
There's something for lovers of every art form on the east coat this summer, including world premiere operas, symphony performances, and exciting dance festivals. Check out our roundup of just some of the incredible classical arts performances coming up on the East Coast in Summer 2023.
Photos: The Cast of HERE LIES LOVE Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - July 21, 2023
Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opened on Broadway last night, Thursday, July 20, at the Broadway Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows!
Video: Tony Bennett Sings Broadway
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Bennett, iconic singer and performer, has died at age 96. Bennett often performed songs popularized in the Broadway canon. Check out our roundup of Tony Bennett performing Broadway songs.
Tony Bennett, Iconic Singer and Performer, Dies at 96
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Bennett, iconic singer and performer, has died at age 96.
Listen: Idina Menzel Releases New Single 'Beast'
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
Idina Menzel has released her new single, 'Beast', which is available to download and stream here. The track is off her upcoming album, 'Drama Queen,' which is set to be released on August 18.
Photos: Get an All New Look at BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN @sohoplace
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
New production photos have been released for Nica Burns’ world premiere production of Brokeback Mountain, as the show enters its final three weeks of performances, running @sohoplace theatre until 12 August 2023. 
THE COLOR PURPLE Film Release Date May Shift Amidst Strikes
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
Amidst the ongoing strikes, Warner Bros. may be shifting the release date for the upcoming movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple. This comes as the result of the strikes of SAG-AFTRA and the Writers Guild of America, who are fighting producers for new contracts.
Wake Up With BWW 7/21: HERE LIES LOVE Reviews, Solea Pfeiffer Joins HADESTOWN, and More!
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
Today's top stories: Solea Pfeiffer will join Hadestown as Eurydice, How to Dance in Ohio is headed to Broadway this fall, Here Lies Love reviews, and more!
Review Roundup: Immersive HERE LIES LOVE Opens On Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opens tonight at the Broadway Theatre. Read the reviews!
Photos: ALADDIN, THE LION KING & More Take The Stage At Broadway in Bryant Park
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - July 20, 2023
The 2023 Broadway in Bryant Park series is currently under way, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Today's performances included the upcoming Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio (Pre-show), Aladdin, Frozen, The Lion King, with 106.7 LITE FM Host Delilah.
Photos & Video: Fire Island Dance Festival, Hosted by Alan Cumming, Breaks Fundraising Record
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
See photos and video of Alan Cumming and other talented performers at the Fire Island Dance Festival, an incredible event that shattered fundraising records.
Audra McDonald, Joshua Henry, Stephanie J. Block & More to be Featured in 92NY 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Get ready for an incredible lineup of Broadway talent at the 92nd Street Y's 2023-24 season. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best of Broadway at the renowned cultural center's historic 150th anniversary celebration.
Video: Karen Ziemba Is Having Such Doubts at Theatre Aspen
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - July 20, 2023
In this video, watch as Broadway favorite Karen Ziemba opens up about her latest role in Patrick Shanley's Pulitzer Prize-winning Doubt at Theatre Aspen.
VIDEO: 'Dance At The Gym' From The Muny's WEST SIDE STORY
by Alan Henry - July 20, 2023
The Muny's production of West Side Story starring Christian Douglas, Kanisha Feliciano, Jerusha Cavazos, Yurel Echezarreta, Sean Harrison Jones and Ken Page began performances on July 15. Watch highlights of 'Dance At The Gym' in all new video!
Video: David Byrne Reveals What Inspired Him to Create HERE LIES LOVE on MORNING JOE
by Michael Major - July 20, 2023
David Byrne appeared on “Morning Joe” to discuss creating Here Lies Love, which explores Filipino Dictator Ferdinand Marcos and former First Lady Imelda Marcos’ rise to power in the late Twentieth Century. During the interview, Byrne discussed the video of Imelda Marcos that inspired the musical.
Video: Andrew Rannells Shares GUTENBERG! Pre-Production Update on Sirius XM
by Michael Major - July 20, 2023
Andrew Rannells chatted with SiriusXM hosts Jess Cagle and Jessica Shaw on SiriusXM’s The Jess Cagle Show. During their conversation, Andrew gives a 'Gutenberg! The Musical!' update and shares the story of his first time at the Golden Globes and how he ended up sitting next to Mark Ruffalo. Watch videos now!
IATSE, The Broadway League & Disney Theatrical Reach Tentative Agreement Pending Ratification on Pink Contract
by Team BWW - July 20, 2023
The Broadway League and Buena Vista Theatrical d/b/a/ Disney Theatrical and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees have reached a tentative agreement for the “Pink Contract'.
Solea Pfeiffer to Join HADESTOWN as 'Eurydice'; Lillias White Extends Run as 'Hermes'
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Get the latest updates on the hit Broadway musical 'Hadestown' as Solea Pfeiffer joins the cast and Lillias White extends her role. Discover how these exciting changes will impact the show and keep you entertained.
Deaf Broadway Will Perform COMPANY This Summer, Directed by James Caverly
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Deaf Broadway will present Company, performed entirely by Deaf actors in American Sign Language, this summer at Lincoln Center.  The performance is set to take place on August 2 at 8 PM at Damrosch Park as part of Lincoln Center's Summer for the City series.
Video: Who Are the Real People Behind the Story of HERE LIES LOVE? The Cast Explains
by Nicole Rosky - July 20, 2023
Who exactly are the controversial characters behind the story of Here Lies love? The cast explains in this video!
New 42 Partners With the New York City Housing Authority to Provide Free Tickets to Families in NYCHA Housing
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
New 42 and the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) announced a partnership in which families living in NYCHA housing can receive up to four free tickets per family to shows of their choice at the New Victory Theater each season.
Casts of ALADDIN, THE LION KING & More Will Perform Today at Broadway in Bryant Park
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park continues with performances from How to Dance in Ohio (Pre-show), Aladdin, Frozen, The Lion King, with 106.7 LITE FM Host Delilah.
Now Hiring: Production Manager, Artistic Director, & More - BWW Classifieds
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/20/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Will Open at Broadway's Belasco Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
New musical How to Dance in Ohio, inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name, will open on Broadway this fall at the Belasco Theatre. Learn more about the show, who is starring in the cast, and how to purchase tickets here!
Lin-Manuel Miranda Reveals a Spanish-Language Translation of HAMILTON is in the Works
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Hamilton has played around the world, notably with multiple runs in Puerto Rico, most recently this June to benefit the Hispanic Federation and the Flamboyan Arts Fund. However, the show's creator Lin-Manuel Miranda has revealed that the next time the musical is performed in Puerto Rico, he wants it to be in Spanish.

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