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Marc Shaiman Teases Possible Musical Episode of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING For Season 3
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The third season of Only Murders in the Building is set to revolve around the making of a Broadway show, but will the season include a full-blown musical episode? A new teaser from 2023 Tony-nominees Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman suggests one could be on the horizon!
Video: The Company of CABARET Heads Into Rehearsal At Barrington Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Barrington Stage Company has revealed a behind the scenes look at its new production of the legendary Kander & Ebb musical Cabaret, running June 14-July 8. Picture a once-grand German deco musical palace, now a symbol of resilience in disrepair, jutting out into the audience. Raw, dirty, visceral — the music promises to leave you breathless. See first look video of the cast in rehearsal here.
Tony-Winner André De Shields To Perform And Be Honored At Flushing Town Hall Gala
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Flushing Town Hall will hold its annual gala, Around the World & Home Again, on Thursday, June 15.
2022 – 2023 Broadway Season Boasts Attendance Of 12.3 Million And Grosses $1.58 Billion
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The Broadway League has released statistics for the 2022-2023 season, which began on May 23, 2022, and ended on May 21, 2023. In the first full season since Broadway returned from the COVID-19 pandemic closure, Broadway reached a total attendance of 12,283,399 and generated $1,577,586,897 in grosses. The 2022-2023 season included 1,474 playing weeks and 11,506 performances.
How Playwrights Tony Kushner, Jeremy O. Harris, Martyna Majok and More Mobilized To Rescue The Tony Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the 2023 Tony Awards are set to air live on CBS, Sunday, June 11, having been briefly scuttled by the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike. According to a new report, the Broadway industry has numerous playwrights to thank for the fortuitous turn of events. 
Video: Judy McLane Performs 'Everything's Coming Up Roses' In GYPSY at Goodspeed Musicals
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Goodspeed Musicals is welcoming Gypsy as its first production of its 60th anniversary season. The ultimate stage mother fighting for her daughters' success will run through June 25 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Conn. See first look video of star Judy McLean performing the classic anthem, 'Everything's Coming Up Roses' in the production.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 5/21/23; Final Week of Season
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 5/21/2023.
Adam Chanler-Berat, Rebecca Naomi Jones and More Join I CAN GET IT FOR YOU WHOLESALE at Classic Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Classic Stage Company has announced additional cast members for its fall production of I Can Get It For You Wholesale. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: First Look at Nathaniel Stampley, Bryonha Marie & More in SWEENEY TODD at Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Get a first look at footage of Sweeney Todd at Signature Theatre!
How Rob Marshall's Theatre Background Brought THE LITTLE MERMAID to Life
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Ahead of the release of The Little Mermaid, find out how director Rob Marshall's background in theater brought the film together. Hear from Marshall, Alan Menken, Noma Dumezweni, Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, John DeLuce, Jonah Hauer-King, Jacob Tremblay, Awkwafina, and more about how the director's Broadway background grounded the film.
Understudy Dani Arlington To Go On As Tessa in PRIMA FACIE Free Performance This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
A special free performance of Prima Facie with understudy Dani Arlington going on as Tessa will take place on Friday May 26 at 2pm.
Video: 'Theatre Saved Me' Says Tony Nominee Jessica Chastain
by Richard Ridge - May 23, 2023
In this video, watch as Tony nominee Jessica Chastain chats more about the importance of arts education, why this role was so important to her, and so much more.
THE LION KING to Welcome New Young Simbas Beginning in June
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The Lion King will welcome Donovan Louis Bazemore and Davis Matthews alternating as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, June 6. Learn how to purchase tickets to The Lion King!
Doubt Over Doubtfire: Transphobic Legislation Casts a Shadow on Florida's Theatre Community
by Team BWW - May 23, 2023
In Florida, the DeSantis administration, who began targeting Drag shows and brunches last August continues to ramp up their attacks on the queer community.
Pasadena Playhouse To Receive 2023 Regional Theatre Tony Award
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that based on the recommendation by the American Theatre Critics Association, Pasadena Playhouse, in Pasadena, California, will be the recipient of the 2023 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor is accompanied by a grant of $25,000, made possible by City National Bank's generous support. 
Photos: Ariana DeBose, Audra McDonald, and More Attend NIGHT OF COVENANT HOUSE STARS GALA
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
On Monday, May 22, Covenant House, the largest charity in the Americas helping homeless and trafficked youth, gathered supporters to celebrate their annual Night of Covenant House Stars Gala. The event took place at the Javits Center Terrace & Pavilion in New York City. Check out photos from the event here!
Photos: Go Inside BroadwayWorld's Star-Studded 20th Anniversary Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - May 23, 2023
Sunday night was a very special occasion here at BroadwayWorld. The best of Broadway gathered at Sony Hall to celebrate a huge milestone- our 20th Anniversary! The concert event benefitted Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Photos: On the Red Carpet for BroadwayWorld's 20th Anniversary Celebration
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 23, 2023
Sunday night was a very special occasion here at BroadwayWorld. The best of Broadway gathered at Sony Hall to celebrate a huge milestone- our 20th Anniversary! The concert event benefitted Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Check out photos from the red carpet!
Will Roland, Veanne Cox, and More Join Corbin Bleu and Danielle Wade in Goodspeed's SUMMER STOCK
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
Goodspeed Musicals has announced the cast for the world premiere musical comedy Summer Stock, the second production of its 60th anniversary season. Filled with exuberant dance numbers and hits from the American songbook, it is adapted from the MGM/Warner Bros. film Summer Stock and will appear on the Goodspeed stage from July 7 – August 27 in East Haddam, Connecticut.
The Comedian Harmonists From HARMONY Will Join Barry Manilow on Stage at Radio City Music Hall
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The six actors that play the “Comedian Harmonists” in Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's musical Harmony will be Manilow's guests at his five highly anticipated concerts at Radio City Music Hall May 31 – June 4.
Jodi Benson Defends THE LITTLE MERMAID Lyric Changes For New Film
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023
Jodi Benson, the original voice of Ariel in the 1989 animated film version of The Little Mermaid, is defending the lyric changes in the upcoming 2023 live action remake. Earlier this year, composer Alan Menken revealed that lyrics in 'Poor Unfortunate Souls' and 'Kiss the Girl' had been updated to reflect a modern day Disney princess.
Rogue Theater Festival is Making a Wave
by Team BWW - May 23, 2023
Rogue Theater Festival is back making waves for emerging playwrights in its fifth annual theater festival. Its hybrid theater festival was born out of necessity in 2020, but now it’s here to stay.
Photos: Inside the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 23, 2023
The 2023 Chita Rivera Awards were presented on May 22, 2023 at 7:30pm at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Video: Go Inside the 2023 Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2023
On Friday, May 19, the best of Broadway gathered to celebrate the 89th Annual Drama League Awards, which were held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. In this video, watch as the 'Distinguished Performance' nominees walk the red carpet!
Interview: Matt Hawkins, Aurelia Williams of MY HEART SAYS GO
by Michael Walters - May 23, 2023
Matt Hawkins and Aurelia Williams talk with Michael Walters about their new concept album of the musical MY HEART SAYS GO.

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