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School Production Of 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Canceled: 'Not Family-Friendly'
by Team BWW - February 01, 2023
The Cardinal Schools Board of Education has canceled a spring production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee after deeming the musical  'not family-freindly.'
THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2023
by Team BWW - February 01, 2023
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this February is a a classic revival, a New York City premiere, and so much more!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Bring Back Hogwarts House Pride Week
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2023
The Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will once again celebrate the Hogwarts houses with four special performances dedicated to each house. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw houses are the four living and learning communities for Hogwarts students, named after the wizarding school's four founders. 
Tony Awards Administration Committee Determines Eligibility of 20 Broadway Shows
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2023
The Tony Awards Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of twenty Broadway productions for the 2022-2023 season, including Into The Woods, Kimberly Akimbo, A Beautiful Noise, Ain't No Mo', 1776, and more.
Celebrate Black History Month and Valentine's Day with BroadwayHD
by Team BWW - February 01, 2023
No matter which holidays you’re celebrating this month, we’ve got thrilling performances ready for you to stream. Visit www.broadwayhd.com to learn more!
Shoshana Bean to Perform at GRAMMYs Premiere Ceremony
by Michael Major - February 01, 2023
Tony and Grammy nominee Shoshana Bean will be performing during the Premiere Ceremony of the Grammy Awards this Sunday, February 5. As previously reported, Randy Rainbow will host the event with MJ the Musical star and current GRAMMY nominee Myles Frost presenting one of the first awards.
Leslie Odom, Jr. Will Return to Broadway in PURLIE VICTORIOUS: A NON-CONFEDERATE ROMP THROUGH THE COTTON PATCH, Directed by Kenny Leon
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2023
Tony & Grammy Award winner and Academy & Emmy Award nominee Leslie Odom, Jr. will star in the new Broadway production of the classic American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by the legendary Ossie Davis.
THE HOURS With Kelli O'Hara, Renée Fleming & More to Air on PBS
by Michael Major - February 01, 2023
The Metropolitan Opera's recent production of The Hours, starring Renée Fleming, Kelli O'Hara, and Joyce DiDonato, will air on PBS. Phelim McDermott directs with Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducting. Christine Baranski will host the special.
Video: MJ Celebrates One Year on Broadway, Kicking Off Black History Month
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2023
The four-time Tony Award-winning musical MJ celebrates its first anniversary on Broadway as Black History Month begins today, Wednesday, February 1st. Check out a video looking back on the show's first year on Broadway!
Wake Up With BWW 2/1: RAGTIME Concert Casting, THE WIZ Design Team, and More!
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2023
Top stories include casting for the Ragtime reunion concert, an all new production of Peter Pan which will embark on tour next year, and more! Plus, the design team has been announced for the Broadway-bound production of The Wiz!
Video: National Touring Company Of CATS Joins THE WRONG CAT DIED Podcast For 100th Episode
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Watch the 100th episode of Broadway Podcast Network's “The Wrong Cat Died,” featuring the cast of the US National Tour of CATS.
2-For-1 Tickets Now On Sale for NYC Off Broadway Week Featuring TITANIQUE, Anthony Rapp's WITHOUT YOU & More
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for NYC Off-Broadway Week! The biannual program is celebrating its 14th year and will offer 2-for-1 tickets to 23 Off-Broadway shows from February 13 through March 5.
Marcia Milgrom Dodge, John Tartaglia, Lili-Anne Brown & More Join The Muny's 2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
The Muny announced has announced the directors, choreographers and music director/conductors for The Muny’s 2023 Premier Season. See details about The Muny's season, and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Anna Uzele Breaks Down Her 'Powerful' DEAR EDWARD Role
by Michael Major - January 31, 2023
Ahead of starring on Broadway in New York, New York, Anna Uzele is kicking off her busy year by starring in Dear Edward on Apple TV+. Watch a video of Uzele discussing what audiences can expect from the new series, the significance of her character's success, and what she enjoys the most about taking the leap from the stage to the screen.
Video: Tony Nominee John-Andrew Morrison Gets Ready to Take the Stage at 54 Below
by Nicole Rosky - January 31, 2023
Love? Ain’t it grand…and confusing. Tony Award nominee John-Andrew Morrison tries to figure it out with songs from Broadway and beyond. A funny, sassy, and heartfelt evening awaits you. Watch as he gives BroadwayWorld a special sneak peek of the concert in this video!
VIDEO: Austin Butler Reveals How Working on Broadway With Denzel Washington Changed His Career
by Michael Major - January 31, 2023
Austin Butler sat down on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss starring in Baz Luhrmann's recent Elvis biopic. During the interview, Butler discussed how doing Iceman Cometh with Denzel Washington on Broadway changed his career, crediting Washington has one of the reasons he secured the role of Elvis. Watch the interview now!
TAKE ME OUT Enters Final Week of Performances on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
There are only 8 performances remaining of the 2022 Tony Award Winning Revival of a Play TAKE ME OUT! See how to purchase tickets.
Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Off/Off-Off Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - January 31, 2023
The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards, honoring the best in off-Broadway shows which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 1/29/23
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1/29/2023.
Alyssa Fox Pens Essay on Her 13-Year Journey with WICKED- 'Keep Your Hope Alive'
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Alyssa Fox is set to take over the role of Elphaba in Wicked at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 7th. A Dallas, TX native, Alyssa Fox is fulfilling a huge dream after being a member of the WICKED family for over 13 years. Read her emotional essay about finally taking over the role!
Photos: First Look at Norbert Leo Butz, George Abud, Mary Beth Peil & More in CORNELIA STREET World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Get a first look at production photos of Atlantic Theater Company’s world premiere production of Cornelia Street, a new musical!
Interview: Joe Grifasi & Patrice Johnson Chevannes on the Many Facets of Samuel Beckett's ENDGAME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 31, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with the stars of Samuel Beckett's Endgame at Irish Repertory Theatre, Joe Grifasi and Patrice Johnson Chevannes!
Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell & Kelli O'Hara to Star in RAGTIME Reunion Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime, originally scheduled for 2020, will take place on Monday, March 27, 2023 at the Minskoff Theatre. Learn who is starring in the concert, and how to purchase tickets!
Video: Andrew Lippa and Rachel Tucker Get Ready to Celebrate 30 Years of JOHN & JEN
by Nicole Rosky - January 31, 2023
Direct from a London season, Rachel Tucker & Lewis Cornay will reprise their starring roles in a brand-new version of 'John & Jen' by Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald. The performance, which celebrates the musical's 30th anniversary, will take place February 9, 2023 at New York's famed 54 Below. Watch a preview of the concert in this video!
Bane Griffith Joins MJ THE MUSICAL as 'Little Michael' Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Bane Griffith will be joining the cast of MJ in the role of ‘Little Michael’ beginning tonight, Tuesday, January 31, sharing the role with Christian Wilson. Originally from Houston, Texas, Bane will make his Broadway debut in the production.

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