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Hot Tickets of the Week: TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK), ART and More
by Team BWW - August 25, 2025
Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting August 25, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
Video: Take a Closer Look at the Emerald City Station in WICKED Movie
by Josh Sharpe - August 25, 2025
Universal has released a new video, highlighting one of the most thrillifying locations in the Wicked movie: the Emerald City Station. Check it out here!
Ciara Renée Sues WANTED Producers After Being Cut from Broadway Cast
by Sidney Paterra - August 25, 2025
Broadway veteran Ciara Renée is suing the producers of the Broadway-bound musical Wanted. Renée, who starred in the pre-Broadway engagement of the show at Paper Mill Playhouse in 2024, claims that she was unfairly fired from the Broadway production after taking part in a series of readings, recording sessions, and investor events. We have all of the details here!
Photos: First-Look at Paul Mescal, Jessie Buckley, & More in HAMNET
by Josh Sharpe - August 25, 2025
New first-look photos have been released for Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, starring Paul Mescal, Emily Watson, and Joe Alwyn. The movie tells the love story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s tragedy, Hamlet. Check out the photos now!
Hannah Solow to Make 'Mary's Chaperone' Debut in OH, MARY! Tonight
by Michael Major - August 25, 2025
Oh, Mary! understudy Hannah Solow will make her debut as Mary's Chaperone in the hit Broadway comedy tonight, August 25. Solow also covers Mary Todd Lincoln in Cole Escola's hit play.
Auli‘i Cravalho, Jodi Benson, & More to Star in New Disney Princess Special
by Josh Sharpe - August 25, 2025
In honor of World Princess Week, Disney is celebrating with an all-new musical brand spot, a concert performance at Disneyland Park, a ride-along video featuring a Disney Legend, and much more. Take a look at the lineup here!
Is Broadway in a Summer Slump?
by Ben Waterhouse - August 25, 2025
Three months ago, The Broadway League, the consortium of Broadway investors, producers, and theatre owners, announced that Broadway had broken the single season gross record set in the 2018-2019 season. The five weeks that followed seemed to be a continuation of that trend, with the first five weeks of the 2025-2026 season marking the best start of a season in Broadway history. But things have changed since then. Starting on the week ending July 6, 2025, Broadway grosses have stagnated, and have not returned to the highs of the spring and early summer. 
Video: Watch Jean Smart Take Her Final Bow in CALL ME IZZY
by Michael Major - August 25, 2025
Jean Smart took her final bow in Call Me Izzy on Sunday, commenting that the Broadway production was an 'unbelievable experience' for her. Watch a video from the closing performance!
Jennifer Aniston Still Dreams of Being on Broadway: How ANNIE Inspired Her
by Michael Major - August 25, 2025
Jennifer Aniston is still holding out hope for her Broadway debut. The Friends alum shared that she still dreams of hitting the New York stage, citing Annie as a major influence in her life. 
Video: HAMILTON Takes Over Yankee Stadium To Celebrate 10 Years On Broadway
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
The New York Yankees marked the 10th anniversary of Hamilton on Monday, August 25, during their game against Washington with a night of special performances and Broadway star power. Check out video of the celebration below!
Photos: Oscar Hammerstein II’s Iconic Writing Desk Unveiled At The Oscar Hammerstein Museum
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center unveiled Oscar Hammerstein II’s iconic standing desk with a joyful celebration on Saturday, August 23. Check out photos of the event.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Musical Sketches Added To The Library of Congress Harold Arlen Collection
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
The Library of Congress has acquired rare handwritten music and lyric sketches from Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg’s The Wizard of Oz, including the only known draft of “Over the Rainbow.” The materials join the Harold Arlen Collection and will be displayed in Washington, D.C., from October 23, 2025 to January 7, 2026.
Broadway’s Housso Sémon Sets Release of Debut Single 'Lover'
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Housso Sémon, most recently seen on Broadway in Suffs and The Lion King, will release her debut single Lover on September 5 across all major streaming platforms.
Video: THE WIZARD OF OZ Category Spotlighted on JEOPARDY!
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
The beloved 1939 musical The Wizard of Oz was recently featured as a category on Jeopardy! Clues given to contestants include trivia about songwriter Harold Arlen, deleted scenes from the film, actors, and more. Watch the video now to brush up on your knowledge of the iconic movie.
Sally Struthers Will Lead Joe DiPietro's AN OLD-FASHIONED FAMILY MURDER at George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
George Street Playhouse announced that two-time Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Sally Struthers will play “Mrs. Peck” in their fall production of An Old-Fashioned Family Murder by Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro.
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Host NextGen Spotlight Benefit Concert
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Witness the next generation of Broadway take center stage when Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ NextGen Spotlight returns to The Green Room 42 on September 29, 2025, hosted by Tony Award nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers. The evening features rising stars sharing songs and stories in an intimate benefit concert, presented by Broadway Cares’ NextGen Advocates.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for THE BROTHERS SIZE
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Academy Award Winner Tarrell Alvin McCraney’s acclaimed play THE BROTHERS SIZE is returning to New York this week at The Shed, starring André Holland, Alani iLongwe and Malcolm Mays. Check out photos from inside rehearsals here.
Library of Congress Acquires Musical Sketches From THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
The Library of Congress has acquired rare music and lyric sketches from composer Harold Arlen and lyricist E.Y. “Yip” Harburg, best known for their collaboration on the score of “The Wizard of Oz” in 1939.
Video: Randy Rainbow Parodies THE LION KING With 'He Just Can't Wait to Be King'
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Randy Rainbow has released a parody video of 'I Just Can't Wait to Be King,' from the Lion King with his latest Donald Trump diss track. The new music video, titled 'He Just Can't Wait to Be King,' parodies the Elton John and Tim Rice tune.
THE BAND'S VISIT Orchestrator Jamshied Sharifi Dies at 64
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Jamshied Sharifi, who won a Tony Award in 2018 for orchestrating The Band's Visit on Broadway, has died at age 64 after a battle with cancer. 
Classrooms Can Now Screen Recordings From the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Recordings of productions previously only available ot watch as part of the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will now be available for viewing off-site in classrooms for educational purposes.
PUNCH Will Offer Post-Show Conversations Following Select Performances
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a slate of Beyond the Stage programming around their Broadway premiere of Punch, which will offer audiences and the general public opportunities to enrich their experience with the show.
Character Breakdown: MAMMA MIA! Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - August 24, 2025
Looking for a Broadway show to lift your spirits this fall? Take a chance on Mamma Mia!, which just returned to the Winter Garden Theatre. Watch in this video as the cast unpacks their roles.
Theatergoing in the Time of The Gilded Age
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - August 24, 2025
The Gilded Age recently wrapped up its third season on HBO, to record-setting viewership. Much to the delight of theatre fans, the cast of the show includes a wealth of actors who are beloved for their work in theatre. Cast by Adam Caldwell and Bernie Telsey, The Gilded Age shoots in the New York area, which gave the team the ability to cast many actors who regularly work in theatre.
CALL ME IZZY Plays Final Broadway Performance
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2025
Call Me Izzy, starring Tony Award Nominee and six-time Emmy Award winner Jean Smart, says goodbye to Broadway after 18 preview and 80 regular performances at Studio 54. The venue will soon be home to Oedipus, which begins previews on October 30.

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