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BURLESQUE Star Orfeh Is Taking Over Our Instagram on Saturday
by Michael Major - August 29, 2025
If you can't get to London to see Burlesque on stage, Orfeh has you covered! The Tony-nominee will be taking our Instagram followers backstage at the two-show-day at the hit musical on Saturday, August 30.
Video: CAN I BE FRANK?'s Morgan Bassichis Talks Art, Activism, and More
by Survival Jobs - August 29, 2025
On this week's episode of Survival Jobs, hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo, sit down with the extremely talented and charming, multi-discipline artist Morgan Bassichis to talk about their one-person show Can I Be Frank?, now running at the SoHo Playhouse through September 13. Watch in this video!
Bob Mackie's Showgirls: From Bernadette Peters to Taylor Swift
by Josh Sharpe - August 29, 2025
In 'The Life of a Showgirl,' Taylor Swift is tapping into a rich history of showbiz and glamor from days gone by. As we prepare for Swift’s new album, which arrives in October, we have compiled a list of some of the brightest Broadway showgirls that Mackie has costumed over the years, from Barbra Streisand to Bernadette Peters.
Listen: Rachel Zegler Drops 'New Miami Mix' of 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina'
by Josh Sharpe - August 29, 2025
Rachel Zegler has dropped a 'Miami Mix' variation of 'Don't Cry for Me Argentina,'  a new take inspired by the 1996 single version recorded by Madonna. Listen to it now!
Up on the Marquee: THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Jennifer Broski - August 29, 2025
Rehearsals are officially underway for The Queen of Versailles! The new musical, with music by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Lindsey Ferrentino, will begin previews October 8 ahead of an official opening night November 9. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee at the St. James Theatre!
Video: An OPERATION MINCEMEAT 2-For-1 with Jak Malone & Sam Hartley
by Robert Bannon - August 29, 2025
What happens when you bring together a Tony Award-winning star and the talented understudy who keeps the magic alive behind the curtain? We’re about to find out! Operation Mincemeat sensation Jak Malone and his brilliant understudy Sam Hartley sit down with us for the first-ever Roundtable pairing of a principal and their standby. Watch in this video.
Jimmy Awards Winner Fabiola Caraballo Quijada to Lead & JULIET Tour
by Michael Major - August 29, 2025
The producers of & Juliet announced today that Fabiola Caraballo Quijada will lead the North American Tour company of the smash hit musical, taking on the role of ‘Juliet’ for its second blockbuster year on the road.
Up on the Marquee: WAITING FOR GODOT
by Jennifer Broski - August 29, 2025
Starring Keanu Reeves as ‘Estragon’ and Alex Winter as ‘Vladimir,' Waiting For Godot will play Broadway’s Hudson Theatre with preview performances beginning Saturday, September 13 for a Sunday, September 28 opening night. Check out photos of the new marquee!
Rachel Zegler Immediately Sells Out West End Concert Debut at London Palladium
by Michael Major - August 29, 2025
Rachel Zegler will be making her solo West End concert debut this fall. The Golden Globe winner will play the London Palladium on October 5, just weeks after she takes her final bow as the title role in Evita at the same theatre.
Up on the Marquee: PUNCH
by Jennifer Broski - August 29, 2025
Rehearsals are underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of Punch, by James Graham. The production will start previews on Tuesday, September 9 and open Monday, September 29 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Check out photos of the new marquee!
Over 700 Artists Sign Statement Defending Artistic Freedom
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2025
Over 700 artists and institutions have signed a statement supporting artistic freedom, and pledging to stand with institutions facing political pressure.
Interview: Crystal Lucas-Perry Opens Up About Public Works' Divine PERICLES
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2025
What happens when the words of Shakespeare and the power of gospel music comes together onstage? Something like the magic that is happening onstage at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine with PERICLES. Crystal Lucas-Perry plays 'Gower' in the production and she is checking in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about this powerful theatrical experience. 
Photos: Denée Benton, Blankson-Wood and More in PERICLES
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2025
You can now get a first look at PERICLES: A Public Works Concert Experience, which will run for free at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Learn more here!
Listen: MYSTIC PIZZA Musical Concept Album Available Now
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2025
The concept recording of the new musical Mystic Pizza is now available in digital and streaming formats. Listen here and learn more about Mystic Pizza!
From Broadway to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Paul Giamatti's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - August 29, 2025
A graduate of Yale College and Yale School of Drama, Paul Giamatti is no stranger to the stage. Ahead of his role in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we are taking a look back at the Oscar nominee's Broadway and theater roles over the years.
Corbin Bleu Was First Asked to Do THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway: Why He Chose London
by Michael Major - August 28, 2025
Corbin Bleu has revealed that he was originally approached to do The Great Gatsby on Broadway, but he decided to take the production across the pond to the West End. Bleu – who currently stars as Nick Carraway in the London production.
Video: Watch Jacqueline B. Arnold Sing 'When You're Good to Mama' in CHICAGO
by Michael Major - August 28, 2025
Chicago has released new footage of Jacqueline B. Arnold performing 'When You're Good to Mama' as Matron 'Mama' Morton. Watch the new video from the hit Broadway musical now!
Oscar Isaac HAMLET Documentary to Premiere at Telluride Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - August 28, 2025
King Hamlet, a new documentary that follows Oscar Isaac during the 2017 production of Hamlet at the Public Theater, is set to make its world premiere at this year's Telluride Film Festival.
Video: Aaron Tveit Sings 'One Night in Bangkok' From CHESS
by Michael Major - August 28, 2025
A first listen to Aaron Tveit singing 'One Night in Bangkok' from Chess the Musical has been released! The Moulin Rouge Tony-winner returns to Broadway in the first-ever revival of Chess at the Imperial Theatre. Check out the video.
West End HAMILTON Star Jamael Westman Joins Cast of STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER
by Josh Sharpe - August 28, 2025
Jamael Westman, who originated the title role in the West End production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton, has been cast in Star Wars: Starfighter. The new standalone story will be released theatrically on May 28, 2027.
Video: 'Two Bodies' Music Video From NYC Premiere of MEXODUS Musical
by Stephi Wild - August 28, 2025
An all-new 90s hip-hop style music video has been released for “Two Bodies,” a song from the upcoming New York City premiere of the new musical Mexodus. Check outt he video here!
Photos: First Look at Tom Francis in Netflix's THE MOSQUITO BOWL
by Josh Sharpe - August 28, 2025
As production kicks off for Peter Berg’s The Mosquito Bowl in Australia, Netflix has shared new first-look photos of the film, featuring Sunset Blvd star Tom Francis. Take a look at the new photos here!
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jasmine Cephas Jones, & More Attend US Open Day 4
by Josh Sharpe - August 28, 2025
Day 4 of the U.S. Open took place on Wednesday, August 27, with several Broadway stars in attendance, including Hamilton cast members Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jasmine Cephas Jones, Art star James Corden, and more. Take a look at the photos here!
Video: WE WILL ROCK YOU Preview Event in Stuttgart
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2025
We Will Rock You - The Musical will play at Stuttgart Stage Palladium Theater. Get a first look preview of the show here! Learn more about the production.
Photo: Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris in ART
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2025
You can now get a first look at the Broadway production of Art, starring Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris. Learn more about the production here!

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