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Watch: THEATRE CAMP Film, Starring Ben Platt and More, Premieres at Sundance Film Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2023
Theatre Camp, which stars Molly Gordon, Ben Platt, Noah Galvin, and more, recently had its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. The film was met with a standing ovation, according to videos on social media. Members of the cast took the stage and surprised the audience with a musical performance during the festival.
Jodi Benson and Daughter Delaney Benson Will Lead Production of GYPSY in Florida
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2023
Jodi Benson will star alongside her daughter, Delaney Benson, in a production of Gypsy in Florida.
What's On Tour? A Guide to Currently Running and Upcoming National Touring Productions
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2023
Favorites like Hamilton, Wicked, Anastasia, and Beetlejuice have already announced planned stops around the country. Want to know what's on tour now, or coming soon to a theatre near you? Enjoy Broadway locally with BroadwayWorld's full list of Broadway National Tours in 2023. 
Video: Hanging with the New Queens of SIX on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - January 22, 2023
Just last month, the new queens of Broadway's Six took their first bows at the Lena Horne Theatre. Now they are checking in with BroadwayWorld! Watch this video as we chat with Broadway's new leading ladies.
Video: Sarah Ann Masse Shares What Inspired Her to Create the 'Hire Survivors Hollywood' Initiative
by Survival Jobs - January 21, 2023
In this video, Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are back with the dynamic multi-hyphenated actor and filmmaker Sarah Ann Masse, who dishes on her role as New York Times journalist Emily Steel in the Universal Pictures film “She Said”.
Video: Go Inside FUNNY GIRL's Cast Album Signing Event
by Nicole Rosky - January 21, 2023
Funny Girl hosted a cast album signing at the August Wilson Theater with cast members Lea Michele, Ramin Karimloo, Tovah Feldshuh, and Jared Grimes on Friday, January 20th. Check out video footage from the event here!
Broadway Jukebox: 75 Showtunes About NYC
by Team BWW - January 21, 2023
Start spreading the news! From the Bronx to the Battery, Broadway has always been all about the city it calls home- New York City. Wanna be a part of it? BroadwayWorld has pulled together 75 of our favorite showtunes about New York City.
Primary Stages Artistic Director Andrew Leynse Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
PRIMARY STAGES has revealed that Artistic Director Andrew Leynse passed on January 20, 2023, following a sudden illness.
Photos: Go Inside the FUNNY GIRL Cast Album Signing with Lea Michele, Ramin Karimloo, Tovah Feldshuh, & Jared Grimes
by Bruce Glikas - January 20, 2023
Earlier today, Funny Girl hosted a cast album signing at the August Wilson Theater with cast members Lea Michele, Ramin Karimloo, Tovah Feldshuh, and Jared Grimes, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the festivities. Check out photos from the event here!
VIDEO: Watch Kristin Chenoweth Duet Ariana Grande's 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' Cover
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
Watch Kristin Chenoweth duet Ariana Grande's 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow' cover on TikTok.
Donnie Kehr to Release Solo Album 'BEAUTIFUL STRANGE' on ROB Records/JAZZHEADS
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
Broadway journeyman Donnie Kehr has announced the release of his solo album BEAUTIFUL STRANGE on January 24, 2023 on ROB Records/JAZZHEADS.
Photos: Get a First Look at Jinkx Monsoon and James T. Lane in CHICAGO
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Jinkx Monsoon as 'Matron 'Mama' Morton' and James T. Lane as 'Billy Flynn' in Chicago on Broadway!
VIDEO: HAUSER Shares 'The Phantom of the Opera' Theme Filmed at Her Majesty's Theatre
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023
The music video, the first to have ever been recorded on stage at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s iconic West End, stars HAUSER playing cello as  “The Phantom” alongside his obsession “Christine Daaé” in a heart-touching performance. This dramatic new visual showcases the storyline of the longest-running Broadway musical in a refreshing new way.
Jessie Mueller Joins STARS IN THE HOUSE FOR CLIMATE ACTION Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley bring their hit series to The Green Room 42 for a special one-night-only Stars in the House for Climate Action to benefit the Broadway Green Alliance. Tony winner Jessie Mueller has just joined the lineup!
Ben Platt Reveals That Second MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film Sequence Will Shoot This Year
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023
Ben Platt has revealed that the second sequence for the Merrily We Roll Along film adaption will be shot this year. Platt will star as Charley Kringas in the movie based on Stephen Sondheim's iconic musical, with Beanie Feldstein as Mary Flynn and the recently announced Paul Mescal as Franklin Shepard.
Listen: Natalie Weiss Sings New Kooman & Dimond Song From F***ING OTHER PEOPLE
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023
Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond (Romantics Anonymous, Disney’s Vampirina) share the world premiere recording of their NSFW song “F***ing Good”, from the new musical F***ING OTHER PEOPLE. The song is performed by Natalie Weiss (Everyday Rapture, Wicked, American Idol) with orchestrations by August Eriksmoen (Come From Away).  
HERE LIES LOVE Producers Respond to Concerns About Timing- 'History Repeats Itself'
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
Here Lies Love, the immersive disco pop musical based on the rise and fall of Imelda Marcos and the People Power Revolution of the Philippines, is on its way to Broadway. The announcement, however, sparked questions from fans about the choice to bring the show back while the Marcos family is back in power.
Kelli O'Hara & Brian d'Arcy James to Lead DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES World Premiere Musical
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
Atlantic Theater Company will present the world premiere musical Days of Wine and Roses, adapted from the 1962 film and original 1958 teleplay. See who is starring the production, performance dates, and how to purchase tickets!
Video: Idina Menzel Breaks Down 'Let It Go' From FROZEN With Chris Wallace
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023
This week on Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?, singer Idina Menzel joins CNN Anchor Chris Wallace to discuss her best-known work as the voice of Elsa in Frozen, her career on stage and screen and a possible return to Broadway. Watch a video clip from the upcoming episode now!
Interview: Blair St. Clair Is Going Back to Their Musical Theatre Roots with LEGALLY BLAIR
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2023
On February 2 and 3, The Green Room 42 will present the nightclub debut of Blair St. Clair, the drag star, recording artists and vocalist, in 'Legally Blair,' a new show about their life, liberty, and the pursuit of dreaming wide awake. Blair recently checked in with BroadwayWorld to chat all about the new show!
Photos: Behind the Scenes of the Cast of FUNNY GIRL in the Recording Studio
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2023
The New Broadway Cast Recording of Funny Girl is now available wherever CDs are sold!  All new Behind-the-Scenes photos have been released of the cast recording session.
VIDEO: Jinkx Monsoon Reveals How CHICAGO Inspired Her to Start Doing Drag on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023
Jinkx Monsoon appeared on Late Night With Seth Meyers last night to discuss starring on Broadway in Chicago as Matron Mama Morton. Watch the interview video now, in which she discusses her family coming to see Chicago, the audience's energy on her opening night, and rehearsing the show in nine days.
VIDEO: Ariana Grande Sings 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' Amid WICKED Filming
by Michael Major - January 20, 2023
Ariana Grande has shared a new video of her singing 'Over the Rainbow' from The Wizard of Oz while preparing to film the upcoming Wicked movies. Grande also stated that she filmed the video 'mid getting ready' while 'hiding Glinda's hair.'
Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APPOINTMENT
by Bruce Glikas - January 20, 2023
Lightning Rod Special presents a return engagement of their critically acclaimed musical The Appointment. The production had its opening night recently, and stars attended include Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and more. Check out photos here!
Photos: Oprah Winfrey, Billy Porter, Anne Hathaway, and More Visit THE PIANO LESSON
by Bruce Glikas - January 20, 2023
The Piano Lesson on Broadway has seen several notable guests, including Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Billy Porter, Anne Hathaway, and more! BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture photos of the guests backstage with members of the cast. Check out the photos here!

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