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Photos: Broadway Marquees Light Up with 'NO Crime, NO Chaos, NO Casino'
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Marquees at theaters across Broadway including the Majestic, Palace, Samuel J. Friedman, and the St. James lit up with “NO Crime, NO Chaos, NO Casino” and “No Times Square Casino” message. See photos here.
The Doo Wop Project to Release New Album 'Echoes Of The Street'; Listen to a Single Now
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
The Doo Wop Project, comprised of Broadway veterans Charl Brown, Dwayne Cooper, John Dias, Russell Fischer & Dominic Nolfi, will release their new full-length album, Echoes of the Street, on October 10th. Listen to their latest single, a rendition of “Blue Moon,' here.
BroadwayWorld's 2025 Fall Preview
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Fall is here and with it comes the first half of the 2025/26 Broadway season, with many new productions set to arrive in the coming months. Before the end of the year, 8 plays and 5 musicals will take Broadway bows and BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you a special first look at all of them. Check out exclusive previews of the shows of the season with BroadwayWorld's 2025 Fall Preview!
WICKED to Hold Open Call in Nashville for Broadway and Touring Companies
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Wicked will hold an open call in Nashville for singers who move well. The show is casting for the Broadway production and National Tour. Learn more about the open call and see how to attend!
Video: Billy Crudup Reflects on Receiving Sardi's Portrait on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Earlier this year, Tony Award winner Billy Crudup was surprised with an official Sardi's portrait on a visit to The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. On Wednesday, he returned to the late-night show to discuss his reaction to the honor. Watch the interview!
Video: Josh Gad Praises Leslie Odom, Jr.’s Aaron Burr Performance in HAMILTON
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
During a recent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Josh Gad had nothing but positive things to say about Leslie Odom, Jr., who recently returned to his role as Aaron Burr in Broadway's Hamilton. Watch the interview here!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tour Sets Cast For Second Year
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
The cast has been set for the second year of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child North American tour. Nick Dillenburg joins the cast as Harry Potter alongside Adam Grant Morrison as his son Albus Potter, with Trish Lindstrom continuing as Ginny Potter.
Sting Will Release Expanded Edition of THE LAST SHIP Album
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Sting will release The Last Ship (Expanded Edition), an updated version of his album featuring five new recordings, ahead of a series of international performances of the musical in which he will also star.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 9/11/2025; Jobs In Patron Services, Administration, and More
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 9/11/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 11, 2025
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Polly Holliday, ALICE Star and Tony Nominee, Passes Away at 88
by Josh Sharpe - September 10, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony nominee Polly Holliday, best known as Flo the waitress in the 1970s sitcom Alice, has passed away at the age of 88.
Photos: Inside the NY Premiere of DOWNTON ABBEY 3
by Josh Sharpe - September 10, 2025
Ahead of the movie hitting theaters this week, the cast and crew of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale gathered for the film's New York premiere on Monday evening. Take a look at the photos here!
Photos: Leslie Odom Jr. Returns to HAMILTON on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - September 10, 2025
Leslie Odom, Jr. has returned to his Tony-winning role of Aaron Burr in the Broadway production of Hamilton. He will perform through November 26. Check out photos of his return here!
Dick Van Dyke 100th Birthday Documentary Set for December Theatrical Release
by Josh Sharpe - September 10, 2025
In honor of Dick Van Dyke's 100th birthday this December, Fathom Entertainment will release a brand-new film, Dick Van Dyke: 100th Celebration, in theaters on December 13 and 14.
HAMILTON Theatrical Release Earns $10 Million in Weekend Box Office Sales
by Josh Sharpe - September 10, 2025
The filmed capture of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton, which opened in theaters nationwide last Friday, earned between $9 and $10 million in box office sales this past weekend.
Videos: & JULIET Tour Cast Sings Through LEGALLY BLONDE For a Birthday Party
by Michael Major - September 10, 2025
While the & Juliet national tour has not played in Cambridge, MA, the cast took a trip to Harvard for a special performance of Legally Blonde the Musical! Watch videos of Nicole Lamb celebrating her birthday with a sing-through of Legally Blonde.
Jon M. Chu Previews New Songs, Themes in WICKED: FOR GOOD
by Josh Sharpe - September 10, 2025
With only a few short months until Wicked: For Good, director Jon M. Chu is teasing what fans can expect from the new songs in the highly anticipated conclusion of the film adaptation.
Nominations Open For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards Worldwide
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards Worldwide! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Fort Wayne Youtheatre Opens Season With DRACULA At Canterbury School
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Fort Wayne Youtheatre, the fifth oldest youth theatre in the U.S., is kicking off its 2025–26 season with a chilling new production of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, adapted by Don Fleming. The 70-minute version will be staged at the new Canterbury School Fine Arts Center, running October 3–5, 2025.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a slate of special events, appearances and promotions. Learn more!
Broadway Marquees to be Lit With 'No Casino' Message
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
As the final hearing on a proposed Times Square casino comes this Thursday, the marquees of 14 Broadway theaters, including the Majestic, Palace, Samuel J. Friedman, and the St. James will light up. Learn more.
FINN is Coming to NAMT Festival of New Musicals
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Following the cancellation of its Kennedy Center-produced tour, the children's musical Finn will be presented at NAMT's 37th Annual Festival of New Musicals. Learn more here!
Photos: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, & More Attend TIFF Premiere of HAMNET
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, starring Paul Mescal, Olivier Award-winner Jessie Buckley, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn, recently held its Canadian premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Take a look at photos from the premiere event here! 
Listen: Lea Michele Sings 'Someone Else's Story' from CHESS
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Rehearsals are officially underway for Chess, which begins previews on October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. Check out a first listen of “Someone Else’s Story” performed by Lea Michele here!
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW To Host Panel at Comic Con
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will be hosting a panel at New York Comic Con this year titled “Stranger Things: The First Shadow - Bringing Iconic Characters & the World of the Upside Down to Life on Stage.”

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