The Emmys Deny Apple's SCHMIGADOON! Award Category Move by Michael Major
- May 05, 2023 The Television Academy has denied Apple's petition to move Schmigadoon! to the scripted variety category for the 2023 Emmy Awards. Apple had submitted Schmigadoon's second season in the scripted variety series category, after previously being placed in comedy series for season one.
Jonathan Groff Joins New DOCTOR WHO Season in 'Mysterious' Guest Role by Michael Major
- May 05, 2023 Jonathan Groff has joined the new season of Doctor Who in a 'mysterious' key role. Groff will join RuPaul's Drag Race and recent Chicago breakout star Jinkx Monsoon in the new series. Monsoon will be playing a villain, alongside Ncuti Gatwa, the new Doctor, and Yasmin Finney.
Photos: Inside the Gala Opening Night of THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW by BWW News Desk
- May 05, 2023 Just last week, Broadway welcomed the final show of the 2022-23 season, The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window, which is now running at the James Earl Jones Theatre. Last night however, the show held its opening gala performance, officially celebrating its arrival on Broadway. Check out photos from the big night here!
Video: Watch A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Perform Neil Diamond Hits on the TODAY SHOW by Michael Major
- May 05, 2023 The cast of A Beautiful Noise, the Neil Diamond Musical appeared on the TODAY Show this morning to perform a medley of songs. Watch a video of Will Swenson, Robyn Hurder, and the cast perform 'Cracklin' Rosie,' 'Forever In Blue Jeans,' and 'Sweet Caroline' now! The performance also concluded the TODAY Show's Broadway Week.
Video: Jeff Calhoun & Eamon John Foley Are Getting Ready to Tell HIS STORY in Dallas by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge
- May 05, 2023 His Story: The Musical, the world-premiere musical, is coming to Dallas-Fort Worth this spring! Performances begin May 6, 2023 at the new state-of-the-art Broadway Tent at Grandscape, with opening night set for May 18, 2023. In this video, watch Jeff Calhoun and Eamon John Foley chat more about bringing this epic story to the stage for the first time!
Idina Menzel to Release New Single 'Move' Next Week by Michael Major
- May 05, 2023 Menzel previously shared a preview of the pop song on her TikTok, listen to a sneak peek before its release next week now! A skillful songwriter, Menzel's prolific recording career includes multiple cast albums and the solo albums: 'Still I Can't Be Still,' 'Here, I Stand,' and her last album, 'idina.,' which was released in September 2016.
This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 5/5/2023 by BWW News Desk
- May 05, 2023 This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/4/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Video: Justin Guarini Channels Britney in Rehearsals for ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME by BWW News Desk
- May 05, 2023 Once Upon a One More Time is the new musical comedy that flips the script on famous fairytales, powered by the music of Grammy Award-winning international pop icon Britney Spears. An all new rehearsal video has been released featuring the cast performing 'Circus'. Check out the video here!
New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards Will Announce Winners Monday, May 8 by BWW News Desk
- May 05, 2023 The winners of the 2023 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards will be announced Monday, May 8 at 7pm. The selections will be made immediately beforehand at the organization's 87th annual voting meeting.
Listen: Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'Kings & Queens' by BWW News Desk
- May 05, 2023 Singer and stage star Kerry Ellis has released Kings & Queens, a stunning anthem recorded in celebration of the monarch's impending coronation, and dedicated to King Charles III himself. The track is taken from Kerry's upcoming album of the same name, out on 12 May, which is available to pre-order now via Westway Music, and will be performed in full for the very first time at the London Adelphi on 16 May.
Photos: SWEENEY TODD Welcomes Rosie O'Donnell, Ariana DeBose And More To Fleet Street! by BWW News Desk
- May 04, 2023 This week, the acclaimed Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd welcomed some celebrity guests to Fleet Street! Broadway superfan Rosie O’Donnell, Academy Award-nominee Billy Zane, Oscar-winner Ariana DeBose and guest Chloe Flower all attended Saturday's performances. Go backstage with photos of their meet and greet with Sweeney stars Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford!
PETER PAN GOES WRONG Takes Flight On BroadwayHD by BWW News Desk
- May 04, 2023 BroadwayHD, the premier streaming service for live theatre, has announced that the popular Goes Wrong series is now available to stream on their platform. In addition, viewers will be able to stream Peter Pan Goes Wrong – the hilarious show that inspired the hit play currently running on Broadway.
Video: Watch SHUCKED Perform 'Best Man Wins' on the TODAY SHOW by Michael Major
- May 04, 2023 Tony nominee Kevin Cahoon and the cast of Shucked took over the TODAY Show Plaza to perform 'Best Man Wins.' Shucked's performances are part of TODAY's Broadway Week, which also featured performances by Camelot, Some Like It Hot, and more. Watch the video of the performance now!