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Full Cast and Creative Team Set to Join Mike Faist and Lucas Hedges in BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
The full cast and creative team have been announced for world premiere of Brokeback Mountain, a new play with music, written by Ashley Robinson with songs by Dan Gillespie Sells, based on Annie Proulx's short story, and directed by Jonathan Butterell.
Wake Up With BWW 3/30: LIFE OF PI Opens, Plus a Message From Billy Porter!
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
Top stories: Life of Pi opens tonight on Broadway, read reviews for the tour of Into The Woods, plus watch a video message from Billy Porter in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!
Photos: Bobby Cannavale Pays A Visit To THE LION KING On Broadway
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Acclaimed actor Bobby Cannavale attended The Lion King on Broadway Wednesday, March 29, 2023. See a photo from his visit as he checks in with stars L. Steven Taylor (Mufasa) and Tshidi Manye (Rafiki).
Photos: Olivia Holt Meets the Press Ahead of Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by Jennifer Broski - March 29, 2023
See photos of Olivia Holt meeting the press ahead of her Broadway debut in Chicago!
Actors' Equity Ramps Up Social Media Campaign For #UniteTheRoad
by Team BWW - March 29, 2023
Actors' Equity has taken to social media along with its membership to pressure The Broadway League to renegotiate agreements relating to the compensation of actors and stage managers on touring contracts.
Nikki M. James, John-Andrew Morrison, Jackie Cox & More to Take Part in 37th MAC Awards
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Presenters and performers have been revealed for the 37th Annual MAC Awards! See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!
Interview: Jeremy Jordan Talks Going '70s For SPINNING GOLD
by Michael Major - March 29, 2023
Jeremy Jordan stars as Neil Bogart in the new film Spinning Gold, which follows the creation of Casablanca Records, home to musical icons like Donna Summer, KISS, and more. BroadwayWorld caught up with Jordan to discuss the impact that the music had on his own life, working with the film's all-star cast, and more. Watch the interview video now!
Billy Porter, Viola Davis & More Win Audie Awards - Full List of Winners
by Michael Major - March 29, 2023
The 2023 Audie Awards recognizes distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. Billy Porter won for Best Autobiography/Memoir for his Finding Me audiobook. Viola Davis’ Finding Me, which she wrote and narrated, and published by HarperCollins Publishers, earned two Audie Awards. Check out the full list of winners!
Rosé, Loren Allred, Jackie Cox & More to Join TITANIQUE's ALL ABOARD! Benefit
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Tye Blue and Fiercely You Entertainment will present the one-night-only concert All Aboard!, a queer extravaganza. See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!
THE PREACHER'S WIFE by Tituss Burgess & More Set for Alliance Theatre 2023/24 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed their 55th season featuring the world premiere of Tituss Burgess' The Preacher's Wife. See the full programming, and learn how to purchase tickets!
These Iconic Performers Have Taken on the Lead Roles in SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2023
Sweeney Todd is back on Broadway! Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford are the latest stars to portray these coveted roles, but did you know about all of these others? Check out our list of just a few of the iconic actors to star in Sweeney Todd over the years!
Actors' Equity Association Launches New Political Action Committee
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Actors’ Equity Association has approved the launch of a political action committee, an independent organization dedicated to advancing the political interests of Equity’s members. 
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Adds Don Darryl Rivera, Gerald Caesar & Allison Guinn For Season Three
by Michael Major - March 29, 2023
Don Darryl Rivera, Gerald Caesar, and Allison Guinn have joined the new season of Only Murders of the Building in recurring roles. They join Selena Gomez, Martin Short, Steve Martin, Meryl Streep, Ashley Park, Jesse Williams, Paul Rudd, Andrea Martin, Linda Emond, Wesley Taylor, and Jeremy Shamos in the new season.
Interview: Chris Gethard Tackles Fatherhood, Masculinity & Thoughtful Comedy in A FATHER & THE SUN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 29, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with comedian Chris Gethard as he discusses comedy, fatherhood and more in his new Off-Broadway show A Father & The Sun.
Video: Watch the Painting Process for CAMELOT's Backdrop
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Watch as Michael Yeargan's design for Camelot is painted by scenic artists Andy Stone, Tisha Paige, Roman Lystvak, and Matt McDonald.
Words From the Wings: WICKED's Kimber Elayne Sprawl Shares Her Favorite Show Moments, and More!
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2023
We're chatting with Kimber Elayne Sprawl who recently joined the cast of Wicked as Nessarose! Kimber told us all about her pre-show rituals, favorite moments to watch from the wings, and more!
Goodman Theatre's 2023/2024 Season Includes New Play From Dana Delany, FEMALE TROUBLES & More
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
The Goodman Theatre has announced their 2023-2024 season, the first programmed by Artistic Director Susan V. Booth. The theatre's 98th season includes a new show created and performed by Dana Delany, of Desperate Housewives fame and Female Troubles - a new musical by Gabrielle Allan and Jennifer Crittenden, with music by Curtis Moore and lyrics by Amanda Green.
PRIMA FACIE Will Offer $10 Tickets Via Digital Lottery
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
The producers of Prima Facie announced that 10 tickets will be made available for $10 each at every performance via a weekly digital lottery. The $10 price point is inclusive of all fees.
Jerry Torre's THE MARBLE FAUN OF GREY GARDENS Film Adaptation in the Works
by Michael Major - March 29, 2023
A film adaptation of Jerry Torre and Tony Maietta's The Marble Faun of Grey Gardens memoir is in the works. Torre was named 'The Marble Faun' by Edith Ewing Bouvier Beale and her daughter Edith Bouvier Beale, mostly known as Big Edie and Little Edie through the iconic 1975 documentary, Grey Gardens.
John Rubinstein Will Lead EISENHOWER: THIS PIECE OF GROUND Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Tony Award winner John Rubinstein will star as President Dwight D. Eisenhower in Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground, a new American play by Richard Hellesen and directed by Peter Ellenstein.
Review Roundup: INTO THE WOODS Hits the Road, What Are the Critics Saying?
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
The tour of James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods officially opened at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC earlier this year. Read the reviews for the tour of Into The Woods here!
Photos: First Look at The Met HD'S FALSTAFF, Coming to Cinemas This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Verdi’s exuberant final opera, Falstaff, brought down the house with laughter and applause at its opening on Sunday, 12th March, and audiences around the world are invited to experience the production live in cinemas on Saturday 1st April. Check out all new photos from the production here!
Wake Up With BWW 3/29: HAMILTON in Manila, Plus a Message from Adrianna Hicks!
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Top stories: Hamilton will make its Asian premiere in Manila, Adam James joins the cast of the Wicked film, plus watch a video message from Adrianna Hicks in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!
VIDEO: Ariana DeBose Performs An Alanis Morissette Classic At Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2023
This month, triple-threat actor, singer and dancer Ariana DeBose took the stage at Lincoln Center for her solo concert, Authenticity. Below check out video from the show as Ariana performs the Alanis Morissette classic, 'Hand In My Pocket' from her album turned Broadway musical, Jagged Little Pill.
Video: Go Behind LIFE OF PI's Puppetry on THE TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - March 28, 2023
The TODAY Show went behind the scenes of The Life of Pi on Broadway to get an inside look at the production's acclaimed puppets. Al Roker went backstage to learn more about the play's puppetry, speaking with the puppeteers, directors, and more. Watch the video segment now!

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