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Ben Platt Signs With Interscope Records For Future Music Releases
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023
Interscope Records announced that it has signed Tony, GRAMMY and Emmy Award winning artist Ben Platt. Platt is currently working on new music which upon its completion will be released via Interscope Records. As part of the deal, Platt will have the ability to sign and develop artists on his own imprint.
Now Hiring: Sound & Video Supervisor, Special Events Coordinator & More - BWW Classifieds
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/11/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Photo: First Look at Jonathan Groff in DOCTOR WHO
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023
A first look at Jonathan Groff in Doctor Who has been revealed. The photos show Groff in Victorian-style clothing with the new Doctor, Ncuti Gatwa, and his companion Ruby Sunday, who will be played by Millie Gibson. Plus, check out photos of RuPaul's Drag Race and Chicago star Jinkx Monsoon in the new season now!
Jessica Vosk, Jarrod Spector, Taylor Louderman, and More Will Lead CHESS at the Muny
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
The Muny announced that Jessica Vosk, Jarrod Spector, John Riddle, Rodney Hicks, Tally Sessions, Phillip Johnson Richardson and Taylor Louderman will star in The Muny premiere of Chess, July 5-11, 2023.
Wake Up With BWW 5/11: BAD CINDERELLA Closing, Plus a Message From Paula Vogel!
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2023
Today's top stories: Bad Cinderella sets closing date, plus watch an exclusive video message from Paula Vogel in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!
AN EVENING WITH L MORGAN LEE To Be Presented By National Queer Theater And Musical Theatre Factory At MCC Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
National Queer Theater (NQT) and Musical Theatre Factory (MTF) present An Evening with L Morgan Lee, in partnership with Carnegie Hall, at the Newman Mills Theater at the Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space.
BAD CINDERELLA Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023
The producers of Bad Cinderella have announced that the show will play its final performance at the Imperial Theatre this June.
Photos: First Look at Portraits of the Cast of ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
You can now see First Look Character Portraits for Once Upon A One More Time, the new Broadway musical powered by the music of Grammy Award-winning pop icon Britney Spears!
Jordan Litz To Assume the Role of 'Fiyero' in WICKED This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
Jordan Litz will join the Broadway company of Wicked in the role of Fiyero, beginning performances on Tuesday, May 16th at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets to Wicked!
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Company Talks Bringing the Show to Broadway
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
Watch BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge as he discusses Here Lies Love with the company! 
Video: Watch Melissa McCarthy as Ursula in New THE LITTLE MERMAID Clip
by Michael Major - May 10, 2023
Watch a new video clip of Melissa McCarthy as Ursula in Disney's live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. The clip, which also features Halle Bailey, shows Flounder and Sebastian finding Ursula the Sea Witch laying out her deal to Ariel. Ursula offers Ariel a potion that will make her human for three days.
Sammi Cannold to Direct World Premiere of RENT in Concert at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
The National Symphony Orchestra, led by Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke, will present the symphonic world premiere of RENT in Concert, directed by Sammi Cannold, July 26–28, 2023.
Interview: Rick Hip-Flores Talks World Premiere of HIS STORY: THE MUSICAL, A Jesus Story for the 21st Century
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Rick Hip-Flores, the Orchestrator, Music Supervisor and Arranger for the new world premiere musical His Story, a contemporary pop musical based on the life of Jesus.
Adam Sandler Comedy Starring Idina Menzel & Jackie Hoffman Sets August Netflix Premiere
by Michael Major - May 10, 2023
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah!, the new Adam Sandler comedy film starring Idina Menzel, has set an August premiere on Netflix. Directed by Sammi Cohen, the film also stars Jackie Sandler, Sadie Sandler, Sunny Sandler, Samantha Lorraine, Dylan Hoffman, Sarah Sherman, Dan Bulla, Ido Mosseri, Jackie Hoffman and Luis Guzmán.
Broadway By Design: Bartelme, Jung, Grill & Ross Bring DANCIN' from Page to Stage
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023
We continue Broadway By Design with the creatives from Broadway's iconic celebration of dance, Bob Fosse's Dancin'- Costume Designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung, Lighting Designer David Grill, and Video Designer Finn Ross.
See Sarah Brightman in Concert - Exclusive Offer for Select BroadwayWorld Readers
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023
Now an annual tradition, and in celebration of the most wonderful time of year, the world’s biggest-selling soprano and legendary GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman returns with her ‘A Christmas Symphony” tour to North America for 22 enchanting shows this November and December!
The Ordway Announces a Spectacular Broadway Lineup for 2023-2024
by Team BWW - May 10, 2023
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts today announced its 2023-2024 season lineup, which includes five spectacular musicals. The Broadway @ the Ordway shows will include Come From Away, Peter Pan, Hairspray, ON YOUR FEET!, and SIX.
1998 Production of OKLAHOMA! Starring Hugh Jackman is Coming to Cinemas This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
The National Theatre’s acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! is headed to cinemas worldwide this summer. Starring then-newcomer Hugh Jackman (Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman) as Curly, this riveting stage revival was filmed following its record-breaking 1998 run in London.
Could Sam Mendes' THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Transfer to the West End and Broadway?
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
 Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue is now playing at the National Theatre. Baz Bamigboye has revealed that the production is hoping to transfer to the West End and then Broadway.
Wake Up With BWW 5/10: Theater Fans' Choice Awards Voting, Plus a Message From Shaina Taub!
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
Top stories: Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Theater Fans' Choice Awards, plus watch an exclusive video message from Shaina Taub in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!
Photos: Arielle Jacobs, Jose Llana, Lea Salonga, And The Company Of HERE LIES LOVE Meet The Press!
by Bruce Glikas - May 09, 2023
The company of Here Lies Love, the musical from the minds of Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne (concept, music and lyrics) and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim (music), met the press this week and BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the moment!
Kevin Chamberlin Joins THEATRE COUNTDOWN PODCAST With Ben Cameron And Asmeret Ghebremichael
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
In the latest episode of Theatre Countdown, TV star and Tony Award nominee, Kevin Chamberlin (The Addams Family, Suessical, Dirty Blonde) shares his top five theatre memories of all time.
Patricia Clarkson, Alex Lawther, Daryl McCormack, And Louisa Harland Join Brian Cox For LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT West End
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
The new West End production of Eugene O'Neill's autobiographical magnum opus Long Day's Journey into Night led by Emmy-winner Brian Cox has added Golden Globe and Emmy-winner Patricia Clarkson (Sharp Objects) and more to its cast.
Video: Broadway's Best Dancers Come Out to Celebrate Their Chita Rivera Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - May 09, 2023
On May 22, Broadway's best dancers and choreographers will gather at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place off Washington Square Park) to celebrate the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards. In this video, watch as performers from Dancin', & Juliet, A Beautiful Noise, New York, New York, Some Like It Hot, and more come out to celebrate their nominations. Check out a full list of nominees here!
Lea Michele Teases Next Broadway Show After FUNNY GIRL
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
Funny Girl is set to close on September 3, and Lea Michele is already planning her Broadway return! 

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