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Video: Relive the Best of BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Tonight's the night! Broadway Backwards, the only annual LGBTQ+ celebration on Broadway returns to the New Amsterdam Theatre. We're flashing back with videos of just a few of our favorite Broadway Backwards performances from years past. Which Broadway Backwards number is your favorite?
THE LITTLE MERMAID Soundtrack to Be Released in May Featuring New Songs By Lin-Manuel Miranda & Alan Menken
by Michael Major - March 13, 2023
The Little Mermaid soundtrack is now available for pre-order and pre-save ahead of its digital release on May. Featuring all-new performances by the cast, the soundtrack is set to feature four new original songs that the original film's composer Alan Menken co-wrote with Lin-Manuel Miranda. 
Photos/Video: MJ Cast Celebrates Black History Month with Students at Michelle Obama Elementary School
by Nicole Rosky - March 13, 2023
Just last week, on March 9, 14 cast members from MJ on Broadway visited Michelle Obama Elementary School in Newark, NJ for a special presentation and performance. Check out photos and video from the big day.
Blog: 'Spring Forward' Your Acting Career
by Atlantic Theater Company - March 13, 2023
Designed with the full YOU in mind, this is a unique opportunity to put your most creative personal self forward. We want to hear your story.
Video: The Company of PETER PAN GOES WRONG Is Getting Ready to Make Mischief on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - March 13, 2023
Rehearsals are underway for the Broadway premiere of Peter Pan Goes Wrong, the international comedy sensation from Mischief. BroadwayWorld met with the company last week and we're taking you behind the scenes of the big day in this video!
Photo: JoJo Visits SIX on Broadway Ahead of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Debut
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
See a photo of JoJo visiting Six on Broadway ahead of her Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Adrianna Hicks, J. Harrison Ghee & More to Take Part in The Shubert Foundation's 2023 High School Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
More than 100 talented young NYC public school theatre artists will make their Broadway debuts in The Shubert Foundation’s 2023 High School Theatre Festival for NYC Public Schools on Monday, March 20 at 7:30pm at the Broadhurst Theatre.
Interview: TV Star Sami Gayle Talks Broadway Return in BAD CINDERELLA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 13, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Sami Gayle, star of Blue Bloods, Vampire Academy and more, about her return to Broadway in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Bad Cinderella!
Lea Michele Joins The Entertainment Community Fund's RAGTIME Benefit Concert
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Lea Michele will make a special appearance in The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime. Michele originated the role of “Little Girl” in Ragtime on Broadway. Learn more about the concert here!
Alex Moffat, Nehal Joshi and Dana Steingold Join THE COTTAGE on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Complete principal casting for this summer’s riotous new Broadway comedy, The Cottage, was announced today. SNL’s Alex Moffat, Nehal Joshi and Dana Steingold will be joining the previously announced Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy, and Lilli Cooper. 
Broadway Buying Guide: March 13, 2023
by Team BWW - March 13, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 13, 2023.
Video: Reneé Rapp Shares MEAN GIRLS Filming Update & Performs 'Too Well' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - March 13, 2023
Renee Rapp is currently in the midst of filming the movie musical adaptation of Mean Girls, reprising her Broadway role as Regina George. Rapp gave an update to Michael Strahan about their filming progress before the performance. Watch the video of the interview and watch Rapp perform 'Too Well,' from her debut EP, 'Everything to Everyone.'
Dueling ANNE OF GREEN GABLES Musicals Head to Court
by Cara Joy David - March 13, 2023
Theater fans are used to seeing multiple shows with the same name. We all know about the dueling WILD PARTYs. Yet the producer of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES: A NEW MUSICAL has felt the need to go to court to ask the court to declare the show legally entitled to keep its name.
Elijah Rhea Johnson Will Take Over the Role of Michael Jackson in MJ THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Broadway newcomer Elijah Rhea Johnson will take over the role of Michael Jackson in MJ on Broadway beginning April 4, 2023. Originally from Detroit, MI, Johnson returns to MJ after helping to develop the role of “Middle Michael” throughout the workshop process.
Video: Baz Luhrmann Teases Possible ELVIS Stage Musical
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Baz Luhrmann's Elvis film may be headed to the stage in the future! On the red carpet at the Oscars, Luhrmann hinted at the possibility of a stage musical adaptation of the film.
Rare WEST SIDE STORY Book Signed By All Four Creators to Be at New York Book Fair
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
The ABAA New York International Antiquarian Book Fair is returning to the Park Avenue Armory in New York City from April 27th-30th, 2023. Peter Harringon Rare Books from London is bringing a rare first edition copy of West Side Story: A Musical, signed by all four creators (Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein, Jerome Robbins, Stephen Sondheim).
Listen: Adrian Holmes Talks BEL-AIR and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS With Ilana Levine
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - March 13, 2023
Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. This week's episode features Adrian Holmes! Listen to the full episode here!
Wake Up With BWW 3/13: Oscars Winners, THE LITTLE MERMAID Trailer, and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Top stories: Oscars winners, our favorite musical moments, and more! Performers included Broadway favs Hugh Jackman, Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Salonga, Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson, and Idina Menzel. Plus, find out more about why Parade cancelled a performance this weekend.
Video: Stephanie Hsu & David Byrne Perform 'This Is A Life' From EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE at the Oscars
by Michael Major - March 12, 2023
Broadway alums David Byrne and Stephanie Hsu united to perform 'This Is A Life' from 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' with Son Lux at the 95th Oscars. Byrne was the founding member, lead singer and guitarist for the Talking Heads. Hsu has been seen on Broadway in Be More Chill and SpongeBob Squarepants. Watch a video of the performance now!
Video: Watch THE LITTLE MERMAID Official Trailer Featuring Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs & More
by Michael Major - March 12, 2023
Disney has debuted the official trailer for Rob Marshall's live-action reimagining of 'The Little Mermaid.' Starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, the new trailer features a full look at Melissa McCarthy as Ursula the Sea Witch, plus Tony winner Daveed Diggs voicing Sebastian. Watch the new video trailer and check out the official poster photo now!
Video: Watch Meryl Streep in the ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season Three Teaser
by Michael Major - March 12, 2023
Check out the first look at season three of Hulu's acclaimed original comedy series, 'Only Murders in the Building.' The teaser shows a sneak peek at guest star and Oscar-winner Meryl Streep in the new season. The new season will also feature Ashley Park, Jesse Williams, Paul Rudd, Andrea Martin, and more. Watch the new teaser below!
Brendan Fraser, Michelle Yeoh & More Win Oscars - Complete List of Winners!
by Michael Major - March 12, 2023
Brendan Fraser, Michelle Yeoh, and more took home trophies at the 95th Oscars, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel. Notable nominees also included Stephanie Hsu, Angela Bassett, Austin Butler, Lady Gaga, Brian Tyree Henry, Diane Warren, Hong Chau, Paul Mescal, Michelle Williams, and more. Check out a complete list of winners!
Video: Watch 10 of Our Favorite Musical Moments at the Oscars
by Michael Major - March 12, 2023
With Broadway favorites like Stephanie Hsu and Brian Tyree Henry nominated for Oscars this year, check out videos of 10 times Broadway took the Oscars with glitzy performances from stars like Hugh Jackman, Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Salonga, Beyoncé, Catherina Zeta-Jones, Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson, Lady Gaga, Idina Menzel, and more
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Bella Coppola on Being a Queen (Onstage and Off)
by Jayke Workman - March 12, 2023
This week Jayke shares Broadway's hottest news in the BroadwayWorld Recap. Then they chat with SIX the Musical's Bella Coppola about making her Broadway debut in such a massive show. Listen to the full episode here first!
PARADE Cancels Performance Due to Video Issues
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2023
The Saturday, March 11 evening performance was canceled last night due to video issues. The video is a new addition to the Broadway production from the Encores! staging.

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