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VIDEO: ALMOST FAMOUS Performs 'Tiny Dancer' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - December 01, 2022
The Broadway cast of Almost Famous appeared on Good Morning America this morning to perform 'Tiny Dancer.' Watch the video of the performance now, which featured Solea Pfeiffer, Chris Wood, Drew Gehling, Casey Likes, and more.
THE WIZ Will Return to Broadway in 2024 Following National Tour
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
An all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz, adapted from The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, will embark on a national tour before returning to Broadway for a limited engagement in the 2023/24 season.
VIDEO: Viral MATILDA THE MUSICAL Dance Gets Missy Elliot Remix
by Michael Major - December 01, 2022
Last week, a first look at 'Revolting Children' from the new film adaptation of Matilda the Musical was released. Since then, the clip has gone viral on social media and has been remixed to 'Lose Control' by Missy Elliot in a new video posted to Twitter. The viral video clip even prompted a response from Missy Elliot herself.
Jeff Whitty Reveals His AVENUE Q Movie Ideas
by Michael Major - December 01, 2022
Avenue Q book writer Jeff Whitty has shared a detailed outline of what a film adaptation of the Tony-winning musical would be like. His new ideas include updated takes on Kate Monster, Lucy, and Trekkie Monster, plus who he thinks should play some of the characters. Plus, Whitty also leaves the door open for a Broadway revival and series.
Check Out These Must-Watch Holiday Titles on BroadwayHD
by Team BWW - December 01, 2022
It’s time to get into the holiday spirit! From the awe-inspiring magic of The Nutcracker to the rollicking antics of A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong, BroadwayHD has a holiday title for everyone to enjoy.
KPOP Cast Members Speak Out Against Remarks Made in New York Times Review
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
Members of the cast of KPOP the Musical are speaking out about remarks made by New York Times critic Jesse Green in his review of the musical.
Now Hiring: Digital Marketing Manager, Artistic Director & More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/1/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Exclusive: Watch the Pentatonix Sing 'It's A Small World' With DCappella In New Disney+ Special
by Michael Major - December 01, 2022
Watch an exclusive clip from the Pentatonix new Disney+ special as they are joined by their friends from around the world and DCappella to perform 'It's A Small World.' Families can get into the holiday spirit with fun performances by superstar a cappella group Pentatonix, while learning about various cultures in different parts of the world.
AIN'T NO MO's Crystal Lucas-Perry Takes Over Our Instagram Today!
by Social Watch - December 01, 2022
Tune in to our Instagram story today, as Crystal Lucas-Perry takes you behind the scenes of opening night of Ain't No Mo' on Broadway!
KPOP THE MUSICAL Will Release Cast Recording in February 2023
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of KPOP The Musical will be released on February 24, 2023. Available for preorder now, the album is produced by Harvey Mason jr. and features music, lyrics, music production and arrangements by Helen Park and music and lyrics by Max Vernon.
Video Exclusive: Nova Y. Payton Performs 'Children Will Listen' in INTO THE WOODS at Signature Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
Watch an exclusive video of Nova Y. Payton singing 'Children Will Listen' Signature Theatre's production of Into the Woods!
Video: Jennifer Lopez Says She Hopes to Come to Broadway Someday
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
Does Jennifer Lopez have plans to head to Broadway someday? She seems to hope so! Check out the video here!
Wake Up With BWW 12/1: Chita Rivera to Host BroadwayWorld Anniversary Event, and More!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
Top stories include BroadwayWorld's upcoming 20th anniversary celebration event, which will be hosted by Chita Rivera alongside BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge. Plus, Sinatra the Musical is in development with a book by Joe DiPietro and direction by Kathleen Marshall.
Video: Idina Menzel Discusses Her WICKED Audition and First Time Singing 'Defying Gravity'
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Watch Idina Menzel chat with SiriusXM hosts Jess Cagle and Julia Cunningham on SiriusXM’s The Jess Cagle Show.
La Jolla Playhouse Announces 2023/24 Season Featuring Five World Premieres
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
 La Jolla Playhouse has announced the first five productions of its 2023/2024 season, including the world-premiere musical The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical, music and lyrics by Joe Iconis, book by Joe Iconis and Gregory S. Moss, directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley.
BWW Prompts: What Broadway Showtunes Made Your Spotify Wrapped?
by BWW Prompts - November 30, 2022
Spotify Wrapped season is here! We asked our readers which showtunes were in their most played of 2022.
Frankie Grande to Depart TITANIQUE in December
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Frankie Grande will play his final performance as Victor Garber in Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre on December 22. 
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Cancels Tonight's Performance Due to Company Illness
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Tonight's performance of Between Riverside and Crazy has been cancelled due to company illness. It would have been the show's first preview.
SINATRA THE MUSICAL In Development Featuring Book by Joe DiPietro & Direction by Kathleen Marshall
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Universal Music Group Theatrical in association with Tina Sinatra and Frank Sinatra Enterprises announced SINATRA THE MUSICAL, a new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist Frank Sinatra.
Lea Michele to Perform 'I'm the Greatest Star' From FUNNY GIRL on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Next Week
by Michael Major - November 30, 2022
Lea Michele will perform 'I'm the Greatest Star' from Funny Girl on Late Night With Seth Meyers. Michele recently opened the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with a performance of 'Don't Rain On My Parade.' She also performed 'People' on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon and 'Don't Rain On My Parade' on Good Morning America.
Arthur Callahan, Company Manager For AIN'T TOO PROUD & More, Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Arthur Callahan, Company Manager for the National Tour of Ain't Too Proud, the National Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar, and the National Tour of Motown The Musical, has passed away. 
Amanda Seyfried Would 'Kill' to Do MEAN GIRLS on Broadway With Lindsay Lohan
by Michael Major - November 30, 2022
Amanda Seyfried has revealed that she would 'kill' to do Mean Girls on Broadway with Lindsay Lohan and the original film's cast. While they both agreed that a sequel film does not seem likely in the near future, Seyfried offered an alternative plan in which the cast would reunite to play their roles in the musical.
THE COLLABORATION Starring Paul Bettany & Jeremy Pope Begins Performances Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Performances begin tonight for the Manhattan Theatre Club's production of The Collaboration. Warhol. Basquiat. Electric, eccentric, polar opposites... together, for the first time in the most unlikely partnership the art world has ever seen. 
The Broadway League Voices Further Opposition to Potential Times Square Casino
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2022
Read the Broadway League's letter to its members expanding upon their strong opposition to a casino being opened in Times Square. 
Interview: Donna Lynne Champlin Gets Ready to Take on a Holiday Classic
by Team BWW - November 30, 2022
Theater fans will have a chance to see Donna Lynne Champlin sink her teeth into a real role onstage once again for one-night-only: On December 12 she will take to the stage at The Sheen Center, starring as George Bailey in a performance of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE to benefit The Transport Group.

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