Have Any Broadway Plays Ever Closed Before They Opened?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - March 18, 2023
This month, the reader question was: Have any Broadway plays ever closed before they opened?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - March 18, 2023
This month, the reader question was: Have any Broadway plays ever closed before they opened?
Photos: Stars Arrive on the Red Carpet at Opening Night of PARADE
by Bruce Glikas - March 18, 2023
Parade is back on Broadway! The revival, starring Tony Award winner Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond, directed by two-time Tony nominee Michael Arden, opened last night, March 16, at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out our photos of attendees Sara Bareilles, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Jeremy Jordan, Rachel Zegler, and more as they walk the red carpet here!
by Bruce Glikas - March 18, 2023
Parade is back on Broadway! The revival, starring Tony Award winner Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond, directed by two-time Tony nominee Michael Arden, opened last night, March 16, at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out our photos of attendees Sara Bareilles, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Jeremy Jordan, Rachel Zegler, and more as they walk the red carpet here!
Inside the Hidden History Of Henrik Ibsen's A DOLL'S HOUSE
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2023
Henrik Ibsen's timeless classic A Doll's House has made it back to Broadway season in a newly streamlined production from playwright Amy Herzog and Tony-nominated director Jamie Lloyd, and starring Academy Award-winner Jessica Chastain in the iconic role of Nora Helmer.
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2023
Henrik Ibsen's timeless classic A Doll's House has made it back to Broadway season in a newly streamlined production from playwright Amy Herzog and Tony-nominated director Jamie Lloyd, and starring Academy Award-winner Jessica Chastain in the iconic role of Nora Helmer.
Pennsylvania School District Vetoes Production of THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2023
A voting board in the school district of Northern Lebanon, Pennsylvania has vetoed a proposed production of the popular musical, The Addams Family.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2023
A voting board in the school district of Northern Lebanon, Pennsylvania has vetoed a proposed production of the popular musical, The Addams Family.
Photos: Alanis Morissette Visits The Cast Of JAGGED LITTLE PILL Backstage At The National Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Jagged Little Pill is making a stop at the National Theater in Washington D.C. this week and the show's iconic composer, Alanis Morissette stopped in this week to meet with the cast of the show! Check out photos of Alanis visiting with star Heidi Blickenstaff and the rest of the cast!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Jagged Little Pill is making a stop at the National Theater in Washington D.C. this week and the show's iconic composer, Alanis Morissette stopped in this week to meet with the cast of the show! Check out photos of Alanis visiting with star Heidi Blickenstaff and the rest of the cast!
Interview: The Genius of Bob Fosse & Gwen Verdon Lives on Through Nicole Fosse, Founder of The Verdon Fosse Legacy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 17, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Nicole Fosse, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse's daughter, as she shares the details of creating The Verdon Fosse Legacy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 17, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Nicole Fosse, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse's daughter, as she shares the details of creating The Verdon Fosse Legacy.
Interview: Liliana Padilla Discusses the Process of Writing HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF, Co-Directing the Play & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 17, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Liliana Padilla, as they discuss bringing their new play How to Defend Yourself to the New York Theatre Workshop stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 17, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Liliana Padilla, as they discuss bringing their new play How to Defend Yourself to the New York Theatre Workshop stage.
Video: First Look at DRAG RACE Taking on WIGLOOSE! as Season 15 Rusical
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
The remaining contestants on RuPaul's Drag Race season 15 are competing in the annual Rusical! This season, the Rusical is titled 'Wigloose,' a takeoff on the classic musical Footloose. Watch a sneak peek video of Anetra, Loosey LaDuca, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties, and Sasha Colby preparing for the challenge!
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
The remaining contestants on RuPaul's Drag Race season 15 are competing in the annual Rusical! This season, the Rusical is titled 'Wigloose,' a takeoff on the classic musical Footloose. Watch a sneak peek video of Anetra, Loosey LaDuca, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties, and Sasha Colby preparing for the challenge!
Josh Groban Out of SWEENEY TODD Performances Tonight & Tomorrow Due to Illness
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Josh Groban will not be in Sweeney Todd for Friday, March 17th's 8pm performance or Saturday, March 18th's 2pm performance due to illness.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Josh Groban will not be in Sweeney Todd for Friday, March 17th's 8pm performance or Saturday, March 18th's 2pm performance due to illness.
Video: Meet the All-Star Dancers of Bob Fosse's DANCIN' on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2023
Dancin' is currently in previews on Broadway and we are hanging with Wayne Cilento and the cast in this video!
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2023
Dancin' is currently in previews on Broadway and we are hanging with Wayne Cilento and the cast in this video!
Video: Daveed Diggs, Halle Bailey & THE LITTLE MERMAID Cast React to New Trailer
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
The official trailer for Disney's live action reimagining of The Little Mermaid has already gained 8.5 million views. Now, audiences can watch the stars of the film see the trailer for the first time! Watch Tony winner Daveed Diggs (Sebastian), Halle Bailey (Ariel), Melissa McCarthy (Ursula), and Awkwafina (Scuttle) react to the video trailer now!
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
The official trailer for Disney's live action reimagining of The Little Mermaid has already gained 8.5 million views. Now, audiences can watch the stars of the film see the trailer for the first time! Watch Tony winner Daveed Diggs (Sebastian), Halle Bailey (Ariel), Melissa McCarthy (Ursula), and Awkwafina (Scuttle) react to the video trailer now!
New Michael Friedman Musical ESSENTIAL ALICE to Have Staged Reading at South Carolina New Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The South Carolina New Play Festival will present a posthumous staged reading of “Essential Alice” with music and lyrics by the late Michael Friedman and book by Annie Weissman. See how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The South Carolina New Play Festival will present a posthumous staged reading of “Essential Alice” with music and lyrics by the late Michael Friedman and book by Annie Weissman. See how to purchase tickets!
Joaquina Kalukango to Star in BASS REEVES Series on Paramount+ From YELLOWSTONE Creator
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
Tony winner Joaquina Kalukango has joined Bass Reeves, a new Paramount+ series from Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan. Kalukango will join David Oyelowo, Dennis Quaid, Lonnie Chavis, Rob Morgan, Ryan O’Nan, and Justin Hurtt-Dunkley in the new series.
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
Tony winner Joaquina Kalukango has joined Bass Reeves, a new Paramount+ series from Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan. Kalukango will join David Oyelowo, Dennis Quaid, Lonnie Chavis, Rob Morgan, Ryan O’Nan, and Justin Hurtt-Dunkley in the new series.
Nova Y. Payton, Natascia Diaz & Karen Vincent to Lead THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND at Olney Theatre Center
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The World Goes ꞌRound, the critically acclaimed revue featuring the music of John Kander and Fred Ebb that premiered off-Broadway in 1991, gets a new look in a three-way co-production by ArtsCentic, Everyman Theatre, and Olney Theatre Center.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The World Goes ꞌRound, the critically acclaimed revue featuring the music of John Kander and Fred Ebb that premiered off-Broadway in 1991, gets a new look in a three-way co-production by ArtsCentic, Everyman Theatre, and Olney Theatre Center.
Video: Company of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Serenades John Kander for His 96th Birthday!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Watch Susan Stroman, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Colton Ryan, Anna Uzele and the cast and creative team of NEW YORK, NEW YORK surprise John Kander with a Big-Apple-sized rendition of “Happy Birthday'!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Watch Susan Stroman, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Colton Ryan, Anna Uzele and the cast and creative team of NEW YORK, NEW YORK surprise John Kander with a Big-Apple-sized rendition of “Happy Birthday'!
Interview: From Broadway to Runway- How Marcia Marcia Marcia Brought Her Theatrical Talents to RuPaul's Drag Race
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2023
Many queens wrap up their experience on RuPaul's Drag Race with big dreams of what comes next. For some, that dream is Broadway (see Jinkx Monsoon slaying as Mama Morton in Chicago). Marcia Marcia Marcia has already been there done that... but really. As the resident Broadway baby of Season 15, Marcia let their theatrical talents shine throughout their time on the show, which sadly concluded last week.
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2023
Many queens wrap up their experience on RuPaul's Drag Race with big dreams of what comes next. For some, that dream is Broadway (see Jinkx Monsoon slaying as Mama Morton in Chicago). Marcia Marcia Marcia has already been there done that... but really. As the resident Broadway baby of Season 15, Marcia let their theatrical talents shine throughout their time on the show, which sadly concluded last week.
Video: Bonnie Milligan Sings 'Maria' at BROADWAY BACKWARDS 2023
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Watch Bonnie Milligan sing 'Maria' from West Side Story at Broadway Backwards 2023!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Watch Bonnie Milligan sing 'Maria' from West Side Story at Broadway Backwards 2023!
Video: Stephanie Mills & Jennifer Hudson Sing 'Home' From THE WIZ on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
Stephanie Mills appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show, performing “Home” with Hudson and 'Be A Lion' from The Wiz. Stephanie Mills originated the role of Dorothy in the original 1975 Broadway production of The Wiz. She later returned to The Wiz to play Aunt Em in the 2015 live production on NBC. Watch the videos now!
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
Stephanie Mills appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show, performing “Home” with Hudson and 'Be A Lion' from The Wiz. Stephanie Mills originated the role of Dorothy in the original 1975 Broadway production of The Wiz. She later returned to The Wiz to play Aunt Em in the 2015 live production on NBC. Watch the videos now!
Video: Watch Ashley Park & Stephanie Hsu in the JOY RIDE Trailer
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
From the producers of Neighbors and the co-screenwriter of Crazy Rich Asians, JOY RIDE stars Tony nominee Ashley Park, Oscar nominated Broadway alum Stephanie Hsu, Sherry Cola, and Sabrina Wu. The film also stars Ronny Chieng (Crazy Rich Asians), David Denman (Greenland), and more. Watch the video trailer now!
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
From the producers of Neighbors and the co-screenwriter of Crazy Rich Asians, JOY RIDE stars Tony nominee Ashley Park, Oscar nominated Broadway alum Stephanie Hsu, Sherry Cola, and Sabrina Wu. The film also stars Ronny Chieng (Crazy Rich Asians), David Denman (Greenland), and more. Watch the video trailer now!
Video: A Complete Herstory of RuPaul's Drag Race Rusicals
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
RuPaul's Drag Race is about to get a little bit Broadway when the cast cuts loose to 'Wigloose: The Rusical!' in tonight's episode. Tune in to MTV tonight at 8pm ET to watch as the remaining contestants (Anetra, Loosey LaDuca, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties, and Sasha Colby) take on the Season 15 Rusical challenge. Until then, recap the every monet from RuPaul's Drag Race seasons past.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
RuPaul's Drag Race is about to get a little bit Broadway when the cast cuts loose to 'Wigloose: The Rusical!' in tonight's episode. Tune in to MTV tonight at 8pm ET to watch as the remaining contestants (Anetra, Loosey LaDuca, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties, and Sasha Colby) take on the Season 15 Rusical challenge. Until then, recap the every monet from RuPaul's Drag Race seasons past.
Photos: John Kander Celebrates 96th Birthday at CHICAGO
by Bruce Glikas - March 17, 2023
Broadway legend John Kander, who is currently represented on Broadway with Chicago and New York, New York, celebrates his 96th birthday tomorrow, March 18. To celebrate the headed to the Ambassador Theatre to pose with the ladies of Chicago!
by Bruce Glikas - March 17, 2023
Broadway legend John Kander, who is currently represented on Broadway with Chicago and New York, New York, celebrates his 96th birthday tomorrow, March 18. To celebrate the headed to the Ambassador Theatre to pose with the ladies of Chicago!
Photos: See Joshua Malina, Brandon Uranowitz & More in New LEOPOLDSTADT Images
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Get a first look at new photos of Leopoldstadt on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Get a first look at new photos of Leopoldstadt on Broadway!
Video: Ephraim Sykes Joins Morgan James in 'Nobody's Fool But Mine' Music Video
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
Ephraim Sykes joined Morgan James in the new music video for 'Nobody's Fool But Mine,' from James' upcoming album. James' new 90s-style R&B album includes collaborations with Raphael Saadiq, Memphis saxophonist Lannie McMillan (Silk Sonic, Al Green), and producers/songwriters Sam Watters and Louis Biancaniello (Kelly Clarkson, Anastacia)
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023
Ephraim Sykes joined Morgan James in the new music video for 'Nobody's Fool But Mine,' from James' upcoming album. James' new 90s-style R&B album includes collaborations with Raphael Saadiq, Memphis saxophonist Lannie McMillan (Silk Sonic, Al Green), and producers/songwriters Sam Watters and Louis Biancaniello (Kelly Clarkson, Anastacia)
New US Tour of SHREK THE MUSICAL to Launch for 2024 Touring Season
by Joshua Wright - March 17, 2023
BroadwayWorld has learned a new national tour of Shrek the Musical will launch for the 2024 touring season. While no announcement has been made in regard to casting or creative team, the production has confirmed dates in Lincoln, NE from February 29, 2024.
by Joshua Wright - March 17, 2023
BroadwayWorld has learned a new national tour of Shrek the Musical will launch for the 2024 touring season. While no announcement has been made in regard to casting or creative team, the production has confirmed dates in Lincoln, NE from February 29, 2024.
Symphony Space Will Host FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Sing-Along
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Symphony Space has just announced that it will host a Fiddler on the Roof Sing-along this Sunday, March 19. We have all the details!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Symphony Space has just announced that it will host a Fiddler on the Roof Sing-along this Sunday, March 19. We have all the details!
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