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Review Roundup: Terence Blanchard's CHAMPION at the Metropolitan Opera
by Alan Henry - April 13, 2023
Following its Metropolitan Opera premiere on April 10th, Terence Blanchard's opera Champion, based on the true story of the troubled former middleweight boxing champion Emile Griffith, continues with nine performances running through May 13.
Video: Watch FAT HAM's Opening Night Curtain Call
by Opening Night - April 13, 2023
The Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames, directed by Saheem Ali, opened on Broadway last night, April 12. BroadwayWorld was there and you can go inside the opening night curtain call in this video!
Video: Watch Hal Prince Talk THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in 1988 CBS SUNDAY MORNING Segment
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
CBS Sunday Morning has shared an interview segment 1988 featuring Hal Prince discussing the opening of The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. The segment, which features footage of the original Broadway cast in rehearsals and performing, spotlights how Prince brought the musical to Broadway. Watch the video now!
Video: Revere High School Receives Uplifting Message from Lin-Manuel Miranda for Their First Musical in 30 Years
by Alan Henry - April 13, 2023
Last night students at Revere High School brought musical theater back to the school after a 30 year intermission with a production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Tomorrow
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
The company of New York, New York will perform on Good Morning America tomorrow, April 14. NEW YORK, NEW YORK stars Colton Ryan (Girl From The North Country, Hulu's 'The Girl From Plainville') as Jimmy Doyle, Anna Uzele (Six, Apple TV+'s 'Dear Edward'), Clyde Alves (On The Town) as Tommy Caggiano, and more.
Jim Caruso, Megan Hilty, Michael Urie & Lillias White Join The New York Pops for 40th Birthday Gala
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Jim Caruso, Megan Hilty, Michael Urie & Lillias White will now join The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, for its 40th Birthday Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets!
THE RIDE to Return to NYC This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
THE RIDE, the one-of-a-kind traveling theatrical experience that originally ran for 12 years and more than 30,000 performances, will return to New York City this month – April 2023.
Photos: Inside Carol Burnett's NBC Special With Julie Andrews, Bernadette Peters & More
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
New photos from inside the event taping in Los Angeles feature Bernadette Peters, Billy Porter, Jane Lynch, Katy Perry, Kristin Chenoweth, Sutton Foster and Darren Criss filming musical numbers, plus special guests like Cher, Julie Andrews, Allison Janney, Aileen Quinn, Amy Poehler, Bob Mackie, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and more.
Danielle Deadwyler & More Join Samuel L. Jackson & John David Washington in THE PIANO LESSON Film Adaptation
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington will reprise their Broadway performances in the upcoming film adaptation of The Piano Lesson, which is currently set for a Netflix premiere. Malcolm Washington will direct the upcoming feature, which will also include Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Potts, Corey Hawkins, and Ray Fisher.
NYC Restaurants Celebrate SCHMIGADOON! With Free Treats This Weekend
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
In celebration of “Schmigadoon!” Season 2, now streaming on Apple TV+, Apple TV+ has partnered with local sweet spots to give out free “Schmigadoon”-inspired treats! Locations include Black Tap, The Drama Book Shop, Lady M Confections, Schmackary’s, and more.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals of EVITA at American Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
BroadwayWorld has a first look inside rehearsals for EVITA at the  American Repertory Theater, which beings performances May 17th and runs through July 16th.
Photos: Disney Unveils New Photos of THE LITTLE MERMAID Featuring Noma Dumezweni, Halle Bailey & More
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
The photos feature a first look at Harry Potter & the Cursed Child star Noma Dumezweni as Queen Selina, a new character in the film. They also feature Halle Bailey as Ariel, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, Javier Bardem as King Triton, plus a look inside filming. Check out a new look at the upcoming live-action The Little Mermaid now!
Video: Disney Releases an Inside Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID With Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken & More
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
Disney has released an inside look video of the live action The Little Mermaid. The new featurette features interviews with stars Halle Bailey and Melissa McCarthy, plus songwriters Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken, and director Rob Marshall. The video also features new footage from the upcoming film, including 'Poor Unfortunate Souls' and more.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Announces 5th Anniversary Festivities; New Photos Released!
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
To celebrate 5 years on Broadway, the Tony Award-winning megahit Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has planned 5 Days of Magic which will include magical surprises, in-theatre giveaways, and a special in-person lottery at one performance. We have all the details, plus all new production images!
Lea Michele, Angela Bassett, Suzan-Lori Parks & More Named TIME's 100 Most Influential People in the World for 2023
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
TIME has announced the 2023 TIME100, an annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Among those on this year's list are Suzan-Lori Parks, Lea Michele, Angela Bassett and more. 
Actors' Equity & Broadway League Reach Agreement On Touring Contracts Following Unite The Road Campaign
by Team BWW - April 13, 2023
BroadwayWorld has learned that Actors' Equity Association and The Broadway League have reached an agreement on touring contracts ahead of potential strike action, conditional upon ratification by the membership. 
MAMMA MIA! War Das Eine Nacht: Stefanie Hertel Feiert Musical-Premiere
by Team BWW - April 13, 2023
Sie war der strahlende Mittelpunkt des Abends: Am 12. April feierte Stefanie Hertel im Stage Theater Neue Flora in Hamburg ihre Premiere als mondäne Tanja ­- zusammen mit vielen prominenten Gästen, darunter ihre Familie, Freunde und weitere Wegbegleiter.
Patrick Page-Led KING LEAR Now Available to Stream on Demand
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Shakespeare Theatre Company's thrice-extended and freshly sold-out King Lear, directed by Simon Godwin and featuring Patrick Page in the title role, is now streaming on demand. See how to purchase virtual tickets!
Friso Theater Bereikt Hoogste Punt
by Team BWW - April 13, 2023
Ruim een half jaar na de start van de bouw werd vandaag het hoogste punt bereikt van het gloednieuwe Friso Theater dat verrijst op bedrijventerrein de Zwette in Leeuwarden.
Photos: First Look at Laura Linney & Jessica Hecht in SUMMER, 1976
by Show Highlights - April 13, 2023
Previews are now underway for Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Summer, 1976, running at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). check out photos of the cast in action here!
Courtney Mack & Natalie Paris to Join SIX National Tour Aragon Company
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Original UK cast member Natalie Paris and Original Broadway cast member Courtney Mack will join the North American Aragon tour of SIX as Jane Seymour and Katherine Howard, respectively. See how to purchase tickets!
Video: Watch Jane Krakowski's Full 'Bells & Whistles' Musical Number in SCHMIGADOON!
by Michael Major - April 13, 2023
Apple TV+ has shared the full performance video of Jane Krakowski's 'Bells & Whistles' in the new episode of Schmigadoon! The music in the song is inspired by 'Dance: 10; Looks: 3' from A Chorus Line, 'I'm Not Getting Married Today' from Company, and 'I Can't Do It Alone' from Chicago. Watch the performance video now!
Video: Watch Highlights from CAMELOT on Broadway- Opens Tonight!
by Show Highlights - April 13, 2023
The Lincoln Center Theater production of Lerner and Loewe’s CAMELOT will celebrate its opening tonight, Thursday, April 13, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out video highlights here!
Anthony Rapp's WITHOUT YOU Celebrates 100 Performances at New World Stages
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Last night, the cast and crew of Anthony Rapp's Without You celebrated its 100 performances at New World Stages at Restaurant Row's Hold Fast, where producer Lisa Dozier toasted the team and presented Daniel A Weiss (orchestrator and music director), Stephen Maler (director), Anthony Rapp, and Royal Family Productions Mark Falconer with a signed print created by renowned artist Justin. Squigs” Robertson.
Photos: The Cast of FAT HAM Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - April 13, 2023
The Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames, directed by Saheem Ali, opened on Broadway last night, April 12. The cast met the press at their opening night celebrations and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out the photos here!

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