Audra McDonald & Myles Frost Join Ava DuVernay's CASTE Film
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Audra McDonald and Myles Frost have joined the cast of Ava DuVernay’s upcoming film Caste: The Origins of our Discontents. The pair will join the previously announced Jasmine Cephas-Jones, Aunjanue Ellis, Niecy Nash, Vera Farmiga, Nick Offerman, Connie Nielsen, and Jon Bernthal.
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Audra McDonald and Myles Frost have joined the cast of Ava DuVernay’s upcoming film Caste: The Origins of our Discontents. The pair will join the previously announced Jasmine Cephas-Jones, Aunjanue Ellis, Niecy Nash, Vera Farmiga, Nick Offerman, Connie Nielsen, and Jon Bernthal.
Video: Watch Anthony Rapp & John Rubinstein in Twisted Musical Short, TROUBLE
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Watch Jacob Chase's TROUBLE starring Anthony Rapp and Tony Award Winner John Rubinstein.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Watch Jacob Chase's TROUBLE starring Anthony Rapp and Tony Award Winner John Rubinstein.
Jamie Brewer to Lead AMY & THE ORPHANS Film Adaptation
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Jamie Brewer will reprise her role in the film adaptation of the 2018 Off-Broadway play Amy & The Orphans. Lindsey Ferrentino will adapt the play for the big screen, also making her directorial debut with the film. Edward Barbanell will also star in the film as a new role written for the screen.
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Jamie Brewer will reprise her role in the film adaptation of the 2018 Off-Broadway play Amy & The Orphans. Lindsey Ferrentino will adapt the play for the big screen, also making her directorial debut with the film. Edward Barbanell will also star in the film as a new role written for the screen.
Video: ALMOST FAMOUS Cast Takes Over Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - February 07, 2023
Broadway Sessions is back for 2023! In this video, check out highlights from the cast of Almost Famous, which concluded its Broadway run on January 8, 2023.
by Ben Cameron - February 07, 2023
Broadway Sessions is back for 2023! In this video, check out highlights from the cast of Almost Famous, which concluded its Broadway run on January 8, 2023.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Releases New Block of Tickets Through January 2024
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
A new block of tickets are on sale now for A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical on Broadway. Tickets are now available through Sunday, January 7, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
A new block of tickets are on sale now for A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical on Broadway. Tickets are now available through Sunday, January 7, 2024.
Laura Benanti, Nathan Lane, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Bebe Neuwirth & More to Join Concert Celebrating Chita Rivera
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
The Entertainment Community Fund will present And All That Jazz: A Celebration of the Legendary Chita Rivera, a one-night-only benefit concert celebrating Chita Rivera’s 90th birthday. See additional performers, and how to purchase tickets!
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
The Entertainment Community Fund will present And All That Jazz: A Celebration of the Legendary Chita Rivera, a one-night-only benefit concert celebrating Chita Rivera’s 90th birthday. See additional performers, and how to purchase tickets!
48 Regional Awards Programs to Participate in 14th Annual Jimmy Awards
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
The Broadway League Foundation has announced 48 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 14th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7:30pm at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
The Broadway League Foundation has announced 48 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 14th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7:30pm at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
Video: Watch KIMBERLY AKIMBO Cast in Music Video for 'This Time'
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
In just one week, on February 14, Ghostlight Records will release the cast recording of the critically-lauded new musical Kimberly Akimbo. Ahead of the album's release, check out a new music video for 'This Time,' performed by Steven Boyer.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
In just one week, on February 14, Ghostlight Records will release the cast recording of the critically-lauded new musical Kimberly Akimbo. Ahead of the album's release, check out a new music video for 'This Time,' performed by Steven Boyer.
Amanda Seyfried to Play a Theatre Director in Atom Egoyan's SEVEN VEILS Film
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Seyfried plays Jeanine, an earnest theatre director, who has been given the daunting task of remounting her former mentor’s most famous work, the opera Salome. Haunted by dark and disturbing memories from her past, Jeanine allows her repressed trauma to color the present as she re-enters the opera world after so many years away.
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Seyfried plays Jeanine, an earnest theatre director, who has been given the daunting task of remounting her former mentor’s most famous work, the opera Salome. Haunted by dark and disturbing memories from her past, Jeanine allows her repressed trauma to color the present as she re-enters the opera world after so many years away.
VIDEO: Watch the GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Trailer Featuring New Songs
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Paramount+ has released the video trailer for the Grease prequel series, Rise of the Pink Ladies, taking place four years before “Grease.” In 1954, before rock ‘n’ roll ruled, before the T-Birds were the coolest in the school, four fed-up outcasts dare to have fun on their own terms, sparking a moral panic that will change Rydell High forever.
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Paramount+ has released the video trailer for the Grease prequel series, Rise of the Pink Ladies, taking place four years before “Grease.” In 1954, before rock ‘n’ roll ruled, before the T-Birds were the coolest in the school, four fed-up outcasts dare to have fun on their own terms, sparking a moral panic that will change Rydell High forever.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 2/5/23
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 2/5/2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 2/5/2023.
LA LA LAND Broadway Musical In the Works Directed By Bartlett Sher
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Marc Platt has announced that La La Land will be adapted into a Broadway musical directed by Bartlett Sher. The musical will feature music from the film's composer, Justin Hurwitz and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The book will be written by Ayad Akhtar and Matthew Decker.
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
Marc Platt has announced that La La Land will be adapted into a Broadway musical directed by Bartlett Sher. The musical will feature music from the film's composer, Justin Hurwitz and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The book will be written by Ayad Akhtar and Matthew Decker.
Video: Ramin Karimloo Teases THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Return on TikTok
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
In a newly-posted TikTok, Ramin Karimloo is teasing a possible return to The Phantom of the Opera! In the TikTok, Karimloo FaceTimes with his son as they go through a series of Phantom masks.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
In a newly-posted TikTok, Ramin Karimloo is teasing a possible return to The Phantom of the Opera! In the TikTok, Karimloo FaceTimes with his son as they go through a series of Phantom masks.
Video: HAY FEVER Spotted in New York
by Team BWW - February 07, 2023
Stag and Lion Theatre Company takes on Noel Cowards iconic Comedy of Manners, Hay Fever. The show opens Thursday, February 9th, Performing at the Trinity Theatre, located at 422 West 57th Street.
by Team BWW - February 07, 2023
Stag and Lion Theatre Company takes on Noel Cowards iconic Comedy of Manners, Hay Fever. The show opens Thursday, February 9th, Performing at the Trinity Theatre, located at 422 West 57th Street.
Video: Watch Jennifer Holliday Preview Her 54 Below Return
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - February 07, 2023
Jennifer Holliday is back on stage this February and you're gonna love her. 54 Below continues its Diamond Series later this month when the Broadway icon takes the stage February 21-26. In this video, Jennifer talks more about about how she is preparing for the show and check out a special sneak peek of 'I'm Changing' and 'River Deep, Mountain High'.
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - February 07, 2023
Jennifer Holliday is back on stage this February and you're gonna love her. 54 Below continues its Diamond Series later this month when the Broadway icon takes the stage February 21-26. In this video, Jennifer talks more about about how she is preparing for the show and check out a special sneak peek of 'I'm Changing' and 'River Deep, Mountain High'.
Review Roundup: LUCY World Premiere Opens at the Minetta Lane Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Read the reviews for the world premiere of Erica Schmidt's Lucy, now playing at the Minetta Lane Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Read the reviews for the world premiere of Erica Schmidt's Lucy, now playing at the Minetta Lane Theatre.
Rob Marshall Reveals Scrapped 'Razzle Dazzle' Concept From His CHICAGO Film Adaptation
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
While reflecting on his Academy Award winning film adaptation of Chicago, Rob Marshall has revealed the original concept for 'Razzle Dazzle' that didn't make the cut. The original direction for 'Razzle Dazzle' was ambitious, but was ultimately cut and re-thought due to the film's tight budget and shooting schedule.
by Michael Major - February 07, 2023
While reflecting on his Academy Award winning film adaptation of Chicago, Rob Marshall has revealed the original concept for 'Razzle Dazzle' that didn't make the cut. The original direction for 'Razzle Dazzle' was ambitious, but was ultimately cut and re-thought due to the film's tight budget and shooting schedule.
Video: Jenn Colella Joins Anthony Rapp on Stage at WITHOUT YOU to Perform 'Take Me Or Leave Me' From RENT
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Jenn Colella made a special guest appearance at Anthony Rapp's show, Without You, for a surprise performance of Take Me Or Leave Me from Rent! Check out the performance in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Jenn Colella made a special guest appearance at Anthony Rapp's show, Without You, for a surprise performance of Take Me Or Leave Me from Rent! Check out the performance in the video here!
THE CHER SHOW Will Launch US National Tour
by Team BWW - February 07, 2023
BroadwayWorld has learned that a national tour of The Cher Show will launch in 2023, with confirmed dates through at least early 2024. No launch date or city has yet to be announced for the production, which was originally slated to launch in 2020 but was canceled due to the pandemic.
by Team BWW - February 07, 2023
BroadwayWorld has learned that a national tour of The Cher Show will launch in 2023, with confirmed dates through at least early 2024. No launch date or city has yet to be announced for the production, which was originally slated to launch in 2020 but was canceled due to the pandemic.
Barbra Streisand Will Release First Memoir this Fall
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Barbra Streisand is getting ready to tell her life story. Penguin Random House will release the music legend's memoir, 'My Name Is Barbra', on November 7, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Barbra Streisand is getting ready to tell her life story. Penguin Random House will release the music legend's memoir, 'My Name Is Barbra', on November 7, 2023.
New Musical HELL'S KITCHEN, Based on the Life of Alicia Keys, Is in the Works
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
A new musical is in the works based on the life of singer/songwriter Alicia Keys! According to an Equity casting notice, the production is set to premiere off-Broadway as part of the New York Shakespeare Festival in May or June.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
A new musical is in the works based on the life of singer/songwriter Alicia Keys! According to an Equity casting notice, the production is set to premiere off-Broadway as part of the New York Shakespeare Festival in May or June.
Photos: Brian Stokes Mitchell, Alex Brightman, Lindsay Mendez, and More Attend the Ceremony For the Kleban Prize
by Jennifer Broski - February 07, 2023
The 2023 Kleban Prize was presented on February 6 at BMI’s New York City headquarters, 7 World Trade Center. The 2023 Kleban Prize winners are most promising musical theater lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver, and most promising musical theater librettist, co-librettist Ethan Lipton. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out the photos here!
by Jennifer Broski - February 07, 2023
The 2023 Kleban Prize was presented on February 6 at BMI’s New York City headquarters, 7 World Trade Center. The 2023 Kleban Prize winners are most promising musical theater lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver, and most promising musical theater librettist, co-librettist Ethan Lipton. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out the photos here!
Photos: The Drama League Hosts its Annual Bowling Party
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - February 07, 2023
The Drama League's annual Bowling Party, a tradition started by board member Stan Ponte and led now by President Bonnie Comley, is more than just an outing. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out photos here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - February 07, 2023
The Drama League's annual Bowling Party, a tradition started by board member Stan Ponte and led now by President Bonnie Comley, is more than just an outing. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out photos here!
Wake Up With BWW 2/7: MISCAST23 Lineup, Casting For THE GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Film, and More!
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Top stories include casting for Miscast23, including Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, LaChanze, André De Shields, and more! Plus, Chlöe Bailey, Olivia Colman, Woody Harrelson, and Tosin Cole will star in the film adaptation of Girl From the North Country.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Top stories include casting for Miscast23, including Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, LaChanze, André De Shields, and more! Plus, Chlöe Bailey, Olivia Colman, Woody Harrelson, and Tosin Cole will star in the film adaptation of Girl From the North Country.
HADESTOWN Star T. Oliver Reid Stops By THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
This week, Robert Peterpaul, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, welcomes Broadway star T. Oliver Reid to The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness in the entertainment industry and beyond.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
This week, Robert Peterpaul, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, welcomes Broadway star T. Oliver Reid to The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness in the entertainment industry and beyond.
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