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VIDEO: Tim Minchin Performs GROUNDHOG DAY Tunes as the Show Gears up for its West End Return!
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
Tony-nominated composer Tim Minchin posted videos on social media this week performing two songs from his Olivier Award-winning musical, Groundhog Day, which is making its hotly anticipated return to London's West End in 2023.
Actors' Equity Issues Request for Proposal for Name Change and Inclusive Rebranding
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
Actors' Equity Association, the national union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers working in live theatre, has issued a request for proposal (RFP) to guide stakeholders through a process of determining a potential new name for the union, as well as for implementing a possible name change and rebranding.
Chelsea Table + Stage Presents HADESTOWN Star Eva Noblezada in LET'S GO TO THE MOVIES This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE – New York's newest hotspot for intimate dining and extraordinary music – will present the return of Eva Noblezada, the Grammy-winning and Tony-nominated star of Broadway's Hadestown, on Sunday, February 26 at 7:00 PM. 
Ballet Companies Will Continue To Perform Work By Goecke After Assault Charge
by Team BWW - February 16, 2023
Marco Goecke, a renowned German choreographer, has been terminated as Ballet Director at The Hanover State Opera after smearing his aging dachshund's feces on the face of a dance critic.
Interview: Viral Comedy Band Lewberger Talks First-Ever Musical THE WIZARD OF FRIENDSHIP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 16, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Keith Habersberger, Alex Lewis, and Hughie Stone Fish of the comedy band Lewberger, as they discuss the Off-Broadway premiere of their first ever musical THE WIZARD OF FRIENDSHIP!
ALADDIN's Brad Weinstock Will Be on JEOPARDY! Tonight
by Michael Major - February 16, 2023
Brad Weinstock, who stars in Aladdin on Broadway in the role of Omar, will appear as a contestant on Jeopardy tonight. Weinstock made his Broadway debut in Aladdin in 2016. He has also appeared in national tours of Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli) and Wicked (Boq), and the Chicago production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip).
NETWorks to Launch New Non-Equity COME FROM AWAY Tour July 2023
by Team BWW - February 16, 2023
The First National Tour of Come From Away will conclude its run May 21st, 2023 at the Royal Theatre in Victoria, BC in Canada. A new National Tour, produced by NETworks Presentations, will launch July 25th through July 30th in Cleveland at Playhouse Square.
Entertainment Community Fund Postpones Concert Celebrating Chita Rivera
by Team BWW - February 16, 2023
BroadwayWorld has just learned that The Entertainment Community Fund presentation of  All That Jazz: A Celebration of the Legendary Chita Rivera, has been postponed.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of CORNELIA STREET Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
On Tuesday, February 14, Atlantic Theater Company celebrated the Opening Night of Cornelia Street, a world premiere musical with a book by Tony Award winner Simon Stephens, music and lyrics by Mark Eitzel, choreography by two-time “Bessie Award” winner Hope Boykin, and directed by Tony Award nominee Neil Pepe. Check out photos from opening night here!
VIDEO: Watch a Musical Theatre Legend Be Un-Masked on THE MASKED SINGER
by Michael Major - February 16, 2023
On the latest episode of The Masked Singer, a five-time Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award winning musical theatre legend was revealed the be the 'Gnome.' Watch videos of the episode to see who was behind the mask!
Seth Rudetsky Will Bring DREAMGIRLS Concert To Café Carlyle This Month
by Team BWW - February 16, 2023
Seth Rudetsky is coming back to Café Carlyle for Black History Month and celebrating the musical Dreamgirls. Seth has been a super fan of the show and, in 2001, he mounted a concert version on Broadway that raised $1,000,000 for the Actors Fund.  
Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy, and Lilli Cooper Will Lead THE COTTAGE on Broadway, Directed by Jason Alexander
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
Broadway will welcome an uproarious new American comedy this summer when Jason Alexander directs Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy and Lilli Cooper in The Cottage by Sandy Rustin. The Cottage begins performances on July 7 and opens on July 24 at the Hayes Theater.
Briga Heelan, Justin Guarini, and Aisha Jackson Will Lead ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
The new Broadway musical Once Upon a One More Time, powered by the music of Grammy Award-winning international pop icon Britney Spears, will star Briga Heelan as Cinderella, Justin Guarini as Prince Charming, and Aisha Jackson as Snow White. Learn more about the show here!
Emma Kotos: The Longtime Instagram Favorite On Avoiding the Pitfalls of Online Culture
by Team BWW - February 16, 2023
If you are an Instagram fan and are interested in beauty, fashion, modeling, or mindfulness topics, you probably already follow Emma Kotos. The monumentally successful model and influencer have racked up avid supporters across a wide array of topics that can, under less skillful hands, alienate and even tribalize people.
Album Review: The New KIMBERLY AKIMBO Original Broadway Cast Recording Takes On Real Life In Funny & Musical Ways
by Bobby Patrick - February 16, 2023
And then there is the performance of Victoria Clark. The subtle delicacy of this lady's work has elevated every show she has been in, whether musical or straight drama, and that work comes through loud and clear here.
Video: First Look At BEAUTY AND THE BEAST At Maihama Amphitheater In Tokyo
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
See video highlights from Disney's Beauty and the Beast currently running at the Maihama Amphitheater, located in Tokyo Disney Resort.
THE WANDERERS By Anna Ziegler Opens Tomorrow At Roundabout's Laura Pels Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the opening of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein.
Lisa Lawer Post Named Interim Executive Director of Second Stage Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Second Stage Theater (Carole Rothman, President and Artistic Director) has announced that Lisa Lawer Post has been named Interim Executive Director at Second Stage Theater. Ms. Post will officially join the award-winning Broadway and Off-Broadway institution on February 27, 2023.   Current Executive Director Khady Kamara will depart the company at the end of the month.
Brenda Braxton to Host STARS TONIGHT! Live Talk Show, with First Guest Bebe Neuwirth, at The Green Room 42
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
THE GREEN ROOM 42 – the intimate concert venue dubbed Broadway's “off-night hotspot” by The New York Times – will present Grammy Award-winner and Tony Award-nominated Broadway veteran Brenda Braxton in the premiere edition of her live music and talk show “Stars Tonight!” on Monday, March 6 at 7:00 PM.
Raquel Welch Passes Away at 82
by Michael Major - February 15, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Raquel Welch has passed away at 82. Mostly known for her work in television and film, Welch was seen on Broadway in the title role of Victor/Victoria. She originally made her Broadway debut as Tess Harding in Woman of the Year in 1981, a role that she also played on the production's national tour.
Wayne Brady, Robyn Hurder, Anthony Rapp, Lea Salonga, Ali Stroker, and More Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS Lineup
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Broadway legends and emerging luminaries alike will lend their light in celebration at Broadway Backwards as they perform beloved songs from musical theater through the lens of the LGBTQ+ experience.
George Street Playhouse Announces Cast and Creative Team For THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, Directed By Colin Hanlon
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
George Street Playhouse (GSP) has announced its spring musical comedy event--the Broadway/Off-Broadway hit The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.  Performances of this fresh and newly conceived production begin March 14th and continue through April 9th at the Arthur Laurents Theater at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center. Tickets are now on sale.
Listen: Betty Buckley, Baayork Lee & More Remember Dancer Timothy Scott in Latest Episode of MOBITUARIES
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
On the latest episode of Mobituaries, hosted by Mo Rocca, Broadway's best gather to remember the man who made Mr. Mistoffelees dance.
Review Roundup: WOLF PLAY at MCC
by Nicole Rosky - February 15, 2023
MCC Theater is now presenting Soho Rep's Wolf Play, in collaboration with Ma-Yi Theater Company. Let's see what the critics had to say...
Rialto Chatter: Is a Broadway CHESS Revival Coming in 2023?
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Tim Rice has been vocal about plans to bring Chess back to Broadway. In December, following the Entertainment Community Fund concert presentation of the musical, he issued a statement saying that 'maybe the time is right for a return to Broadway.' The time might be sooner than we think.

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