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Video: Betty Who Sings Broadway
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Who is Broadway's newest star? Precisely. While fans know her best from her Best known for her chart-topping singles such as “I Love You Always Forever” and “Somebody Loves You,” Hadestown will mark Betty Who’s stage debut.  The good news- she's been practicing! Below, watch her recent takes on some of her favorite showtunes.
Priscilla Lopez, Andréa Burns, Eden Espinosa & More Will Star in Michael John LaChiusa's THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Lincoln Center Theater (under the direction of André Bishop) just announced the New York premiere of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA, directed and co-choreographed by Graciela Daniele, with book, music, and lyrics by Michael John LaChiusa. 
Betty Who to Make Broadway Debut as Persephone in HADESTOWN
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Don't miss the exciting news! Betty Who and Phillip Boykin are set to join the cast of Hadestown as Persephone and Hades, bringing their incredible talents to the acclaimed Broadway musical.
Sis Thee Doll and Vanisha Gould Join Lineup for KTP's Juke Joint Jubilee
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Joining Parker in song for the July 31st concert will be  the illustrious Sis Thee Doll (Oklahoma, American Horror Story) and soul stirring  Jazz vocalist and composer Vanisha Gould. Each month, Parker will present a new set list highlighting traditional blues music made famous by the likes of Dinah Washington and Nina Simone, as well as uniquely reworked arrangements of songs from today’s Top 100. 
Museum Of Broadway Adds New Costumes From THE CHER SHOW, THE WILD PARTY, and MARIE CHRISTINE
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
The Museum of Broadway has added new costumes including the feathered finale dress worn by Stephanie J. Block in The Cher Show (2018) designed by Tony Award-winning costume designer Bob Mackie, as well as a dress worn by Eartha Kitt in The Wild Party (2000) and a dress worn by Audra McDonald in Marie Christine (1999).
LaChanze, Ben Platt, and More Set For Perelman Performing Arts Center Inaugural Season
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Perelman Performing Arts Center has announced additional opening events and performances  to celebrate the September 19 grand opening of the new performing arts center at the World Trade  Center site in Lower Manhattan.  The lineup includes LaChanze, Ben Platt, and more. Learn more here!
Video: Watch Justin Guarini & ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME Perform 'Circus' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - July 18, 2023
Justin Guarini and the cast of Once Upon a One More Time took over Times Square this morning for a performance of 'Circus' on Good Morning America. This marked the production's first televised performance. Stay tuned for the show's second performance on GMA3: What You Need to Know. Watch the video performance now!
Austin Scott Joins the Cast of & JULIET Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
& Juliet has announced that Austin Scott will join the cast as ‘Shakespeare’ on Tuesday, August 8, replacing Tony Award-nominee Stark Sands, who will play his final performance on August 6.
Wake Up With BWW 7/18: Final Sondheim Musical Casting, BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon Tour, and More!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Top stories: Casting for Sondheim's final musical Here We Are at The Shed, Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme will embark on a holiday tour this year, Theater Camp box office success, and more!
2023 Educational Theatre Association Award Recipients Announced
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
Each year, the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) honors the achievements of individuals and theatre programs with special awards presented in recognition of notable accomplishments. This year's list of recipients includes the following: 
Video: Inside the First Day of Rehearsals for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at The Muny
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
Get a first look inside rehearsals for Little Shop of Horrors at The Muny!
Photos: MJ Casts Meet Ahead of the Launch of National Tour
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
Just last week, the Broadway and National Tour casts of MJ gathered for a special send off celebration at the Civilian Hotel. The musical will soon launch its First National Tour at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre from August 1 – September 2, 2023.  Check out photos from inside the festivities here!
Updated: Lea Salonga Graciously Escorts Fans Who Snuck Backstage Out Of Dressing Room
by Team BWW - July 17, 2023
A fan of Lea Salonga who snuck backstage to her dressing room with a large group has posted a video of the incident to social media, chronicling the antics which led production security to surround the group and remove them from the theater.
Full Cast Set for Final Sondheim Musical, HERE WE ARE, World Premiere at The Shed
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
The complete cast and performance dates have been set for for the world premiere of Here We Are, the new musical from Stephen Sondheim and David Ives.
Video: Celebrate 15 Years of [title of show]
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
15 years ago, on July 17, 2008, [title of show] opened on Broadway at the Lyceum Theatre. Check out some video highlights from the show's journey to Broadway!
Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme to Embark on Holiday Tour
by Michael Major - July 17, 2023
Monsoon, who broke box office records starring in Chicago on Broadway earlier this year, and BenDeLaCreme will embark on a 30-city international tour, marking the duo’s biggest tour yet, featuring more cities, more shows, and even bigger theaters (including the iconic Dolby Theatre).
ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Tomorrow
by Michael Major - July 17, 2023
The cast of Once Upon a One More time will perform on Good Morning America tomorrow. The musical, powered by the music of Grammy Award-winning international pop icon Britney Spears, is making its debut television broadcast performance.
Broadway Buying Guide: July 17, 2023
by Team BWW - July 17, 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 17, 2023.
THEATER CAMP Gets Searchlight's Highest Grossing Limited Opening Weekend Since 2019
by Michael Major - July 17, 2023
Theater Camp had the highest grossing limited opening weekend for a Searchlight Pictures film since 2019 over the weekend. Theater Camp had the second-highest grossing weekend at AMC Lincoln Square and Alamo Brooklyn, following Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning. It stars Ben Platt, Molly Gordon, Noah Galvin, and more.
In Development Works Return to Poughkeepsie With a Dance-Driven Project
by Cara Joy David - July 17, 2023
This past weekend, two big New York development programs got underway. This is the first summer season that New York Stage and Film has been completely separate from Vassar’s Powerhouse Theater, opening the opportunity for them each to do their own things.
CHRISTMAS ACTUALLY, From LOVE ACTUALLY Filmmaker, to Open in London in December
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
Christmas Actually, a brand-new festive show curated by Love Actually filmmaker Richard Curtis, and directed by Daniel Raggett is headed to London this holiday season. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Wake Up With BWW 7/17: First Look at HERE LIES LOVE, WEST SIDE STORY at the Muny, and More!
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
Top stories: Get a first look at Here Lies Love on Broadway, The Muny's production of West Side Story, and more!
27 Theater Books for Your Summer 2023 Reading List
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2023
From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 27 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Summer reading list.
Photos/Video: First Look at WEST SIDE STORY at The Muny
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2023
Check out photos and video from The Muny's production of West Side Story starring Christian Douglas, Kanisha Feliciano, Jerusha Cavazos, Yurel Echezarreta, Sean Harrison Jones, and Ken Page!
Video: Watch Andre De Shields Sing 'Who'd Do the Dirty?' from Jim Steinman and Barry Keating's RHINEGOLD
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2023
Watch Andre De Shields sing 'Who'd Do the Dirty?' from Jim Steinman and Barry Keating’s RHINEGOLD on Backstage Pass with Lia Chang!

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