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Photos: Go Inside the CHESS Benefit Concert Starring Darren Criss, Lena Hall, Ramin Karimloo & Solea Pfeiffer
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
See photos from The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit concert of the legendary musical Chess at the Broadhurst Theatre!
Photo Exclusive: First Look at Erika Henningsen & More in JOY World Premiere at George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
Get an exclusive first look at photos of the world premiere of new musical Joy the Musical at George Street Playhouse, starring Erika Henningsen, with choreography by Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Joshua Bergasse.
VIDEO: Amber Ruffin Discusses Rewriting SOME LIKE IT HOT on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022
Amber Ruffin appeared on The View this morning to discuss making her Broadway debut co-writing the book of Some Like It Hot. Ruffin discuss what it was like to update the original film's story for modern audiences. Ruffin also discussed the rave reviews that the production received and more. Watch the new video interview now!
Photos: Joshua Henry, Josh Groban & More Attend BEAUTY & THE BEAST: A 30TH CELEBRATION Preview Event
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022
The stars and creative team behind ABC’s “Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration” came together for a VIP presentation and celebration of the enchanting special in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Check out photos of H.E.R., Joshua Henry, Josh Groban, Rita Moreno, David Alan Grier, Jon Jon Briones, and more.
Video: Watch Jennifer Holliday & Morgan James' Performances at Broadway Dreams Gala
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
Watch Morgan James’ performance of “Dream On” and Jennifer Holliday’s “And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' from Broadway Dreams Foundation's 15th Annual Gala!
1776 Enters Final Four Weeks of Performances on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
Roundabout Theatre Company will conclude the new Broadway production of the Tony Award-winning musical, 1776, directed by Jeffrey L. Page and Diane Paulus, and co-produced with the American Repertory Theater on Sunday, January 8.
VIDEO: First Look at 'Belle' & 'Be Our Guest' In New BEAUTY & THE BEAST: A 30TH CELEBRATION Featurette
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022
ABC has released a new Beauty & the Beast: A 30th Anniversary featurette, featuring a first look at the making of musical numbers 'Belle' and 'Be Our Guest.' The new featurette also reveals that Beauty & the Beast composer Alan Menken will be appearing in the special, plus a first look at H.E.R.'s iconic yellow Belle dress. Watch the new video now!
Words From The Wings: Marchánt Davis of AIN'T NO MO' Shares His Favorite Moments to Watch From Backstage, and More!
by Stephi Wild - December 14, 2022
BroadwayWorld is bringing you Words From the Wings, a new series of interviews that take fans behind the scenes of some of their favorite Broadway stars' backstage routines! Today we're chatting with Marchánt Davis of Ain't No Mo', who told us all about his backstage routines, pre-show rituals, and more!
Natey Jones, J. Bernard Calloway & More Complete the Cast of THE HARDER THEY COME at The Public Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
The Public Theater has announced the complete cast for the world premiere of The Harder They Come. Joining the cast is Natey Jones in the lead role of Ivan, making his American stage debut, as well as J. Bernard Calloway and more.
THE FLAGMAKERS Documentary Stage Musical Adaptation In the Works
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022
The National Geographic documentary film The Flagmakers is being adapted into a stage musical directed by Saheem Ali. John J. Caswell Jr. is adapting the film for the stage. Mark Gordon Pictures executive produced the film and was quick to secure the rights to turn it into a musical.
Jordan Fisher, Ruthie Ann Miles, Gaten Matarazzo, and More Join SWEENEY TODD; Full Principal Casting Announced!
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
Attend the tale! Full principal casting has been announced for the upcoming Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford. Find out who will be starring in this new revival here!
VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer For Darren Aronofsky's THE WHALE Film Adaption
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022
A new trailer for Darren Aronofsky’s film adaptation of The Whale has been released. The film is an adaptation of Samuel D. Hunter's acclaimed stage play and stars Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Hong Chau, Ty Simpkins, and Samantha Morton. Watch the new video trailer now!
Darren Aronofsky Reveals He is Working on a BLACK SWAN Musical
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
Director and filmmaker Darren Aronofsky has revealed that he is working on a Black Swan musical. In an new interview, the director of new film The Whale said that he also may be interested in making a movie musical someday.
Wake Up With BWW 12/14: Tony Awards Set New Location and 2023 Date, and More!
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
Top stories include the Tony Awards moving to a new location and announced its 2023 date! Plus, watch highlights from Chess in Concert, and more!
BEAUTIFUL, RAGTIME, RENT And More Announced for Broadway At Music Circus 2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
Broadway Sacramento has announced the lineup for the 2023 Broadway At Music Circus season, which begins June 13 at the UC Davis Health Pavilion. 
VIDEO: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Releases Music Video for 'Anagram'
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
The new musical Kimberly Akimbo is winning hearts eight times a week at the Booth Theater! Watch the music video for the song 'Anagram' - featuring Victoria Clark and Justin Cooley!
Interview: Antonio Cipriano on Making Original NATIONAL TREASURE Fans 'Proud' With New Series
by Michael Major - December 13, 2022
After being seen on Broadway in Jagged Little Pill, Antonio Cipriano will next be seen in National Treasure: Edge of History on Disney+. BroadwayWorld sat down with Cipriano to discuss what National Treasure fans can expect from the series, what his days on set were like, and if his own fans can any original music from him in the future.
VIDEO: Common Reveals the Lessons He's Learned From Starring on Broadway on COLBERT
by Michael Major - December 13, 2022
Common appeared on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to discuss making his Broadway debut in Between Riverside and Crazy. Common also discussed what he keeps in his dressing room and reveals why he has to show up early for the show every night. Watch the new video interview now!
Jordan E. Cooper Launches Campaign to Save AIN'T NO MO' the Week of its Closing
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
Jordan E. Cooper, the youngest Black American playwright in the history of Broadway, has launched the #saveAINTNOMO campaign in efforts to prolong the show’s run and boost ticket sales.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 12/11/22
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 12/11/2022.
Photos: See Santino Fontana & the Cast of A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE at Benefit Performance
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
See photos taken at Classic Stage Company's benefit performance of A Man of No Importance, featuring CSC’s Artistic Director Jill Rafson, the ensemble, and the understudies, including Santino Fontana (Father Kenny), Benjamin Howes (Alfie Byrne), Lee Harrington, and Beth Kirkpatrick (Ernie Lally).
VIDEO: Watch a New BEAUTY & THE BEAST: A 30TH CELEBRATION Preview
by Michael Major - December 13, 2022
Watch a new video preview of Beauty & the Beast: A 30th Celebration. The promo showcases the special's 250 costumes and 13 musical numbers. The preview features the special's all-star cast, including H.E.R., Josh Groban, Joshua Henry, Shania Twain, Martin Short, David Alan Grier, Leo Abelo Perry, Rizwan Manji, Jon Job Briones, and Rita Moreno.
Video: Eddie Izzard Talks Bringing GREAT EXPECTATIONS to the Stage
by Nicole Rosky - December 13, 2022
Performances are now underway for Charles Dickens' Great Expectations, in which Eddie Izzard portrays 19 characters in a classic tale of convicts, mystery, friendship, rivalry, unrequited love, revenge, and redemption. In this video Eddie tells BroadwayWorld all about the new gig!
Lin-Manuel Miranda to Return to FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
Award-winning creator and star of Broadway hits HAMILTON and IN THE HEIGHTS, Lin-Manuel Miranda, will return to the stage for FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME at The Summit Showroom inside The Venetian® Resort on Thursday, Jan. 12, Friday, Jan. 13 and the 7:00 p.m. showing on Saturday, Jan. 14.
Photos: First Look at Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2022
Get a first look at photos of New York Theatre Workshop's production of Merrily We Roll Along starring Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez.

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