VIDEO: Billy Porter Reveals How the Arts 'Saved Him' on CBS MORNINGS by Michael Major
- October 25, 2022 During an interview on CBS Mornings, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy winner Billy Porter discussed his upbringing and how the arts saved his life through his dark childhood. Porter also dished on his fashion, new music, having Ryan Murphy and Gayle King on his vision board, and more. Watch the new video interview now!
Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo & More Join Lucy Simon Video Podcast Series by Michael Major
- October 25, 2022 'Celebrating Lucy Simon' will feature never-before-heard stories from Simon herself, as well as from collaborators Judy Collins, Marshall Brickman, Marsha Norman, Victoria Clark, and more. Perfomers include Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo, Daisy Eagan, John Cameron Mitchell, and more. Listen to the first episode now!
Luis A. Miranda Jr. Named New Board Chair at the Public Theater by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2022 Luis A. Miranda, Jr., a political consultant and activist and father of Lin-Manuel Miranda, will serve as the next board chair at the Public Theater. He has served on the board since 2015.
Denee Benton Will Reprise Role of Cinderella in INTO THE WOODS on Broadway by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2022 Denee Benton, who starred as Cinderella in the off-Broadway run of Into The Woods at City Center earlier this year, will reprise her role in the Broadway run of the production next month.
BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL Will Return to the West End in March 2023 by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2022 The cult smash-hit BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL will return to the West End opening at The Garrick Theatre on Saturday 4 March 2023 for a strictly limited 11-week season following the phenomenal response to the production during its limited run at The Arts Theatre earlier this year.
MONSOON WEDDING Comes to Qatar Next Month by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2022 Award-winning film director Mira Nair brings Monsoon Wedding to life in a new musical adaptation set to light up the stage in Qatar this fall.
Video: The Sanderson Sisters Bring Creepy Classic "Thriller" To I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall by BWW News Desk
- October 25, 2022 Go Inside Broadway's biggest Halloween event of the year, Jay Armstrong Johnson's annual Halloween concert-meets-party, I Put a Spell on You: ALIVE At Sony Hall. For this year's show, Johnson returned as Winifred Sanderson with Allison Robinson and Amanda Williams Ware as sisters Sarah and Mary. Check out video of the fearsome and fabulous trio below performing their take on Michael Jackson's creepy classic, 'Thriller'!
Video: Gavin Creel Does the 'Monster Mash' At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Go inside Broadway's biggest Halloween event of the year, Jay Armstrong Johnson's annual Halloween concert-meets-party, I Put a Spell on You: ALIVE At Sony Hall. Check out Tony Award-winner Gavin Creel as he gets into the Spooky Season spirit with his performance of the classic tune, 'The Monster Mash'! Watch the video!
CHICAGO Re-Issues Cast Recording on Vinyl by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Celebrate 26 years and over 10,000 Broadway performances of the 1996 revival of Kander & Ebb’s Chicago with this exclusive re-issue on elegant deep red marble vinyl with a 4-panel (folded) insert.
Video: Get a First Look at WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE SEA at Manhattan Theatre Club by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the New York premiere of Where the Mountain Meets the Sea, written by Jeff Augustin and directed by Princess Grace Award winner Joshua Kahan Brody, with music by The Bengsons. The production will open Wednesday, November 2 at New York City Center – Stage I. See footage from the production here!
Leslie Jordan Passes Away at 67 by Michael Major
- October 24, 2022 BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and writer Leslie Jordan has passed away at 67. Jordan is most known for his roles on Will and Grace, Hearts Afire, American Horror Story, and Call Me Kat. He was seen onstage in My Trip Down the Pink Carpet and Lucky Guy.
Anthony Rapp, Elizabeth Stanley, Major Attaway & More to Perform At BROADWAY'S GOT GUTS Gala by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Anthony Rapp ('Rent'), Elizabeth Stanley ('Jagged Little Pill'), Tony Yazbeck ('Flying Over Sunset'), Max Von Essen ('Anastasia'), Alexandra Silber ('Fiddler On The Roof'), Major Attaway ('Aladdin'), and Becky Gulsvig ('Come From Away') will perform at the 55th annual gala of the Greater New York Chapter of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation on Monday, November 14, 2022 at Cipriani South Street.
Julie Benko & More Announced for THE SETH CONCERT SERIES by Team BWW
- October 24, 2022 SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky has announced performer Julie Benko for The Seth Concert Series on October 30. Plus, see performers like Javier Muñoz, Andrea McArdle and more in Seth's acclaimed live series through December.
Jerry Mitchell and Ricky A. Schroeder Tie the Knot by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Congratulations to Jerry Mitchell and Ricky A. Schroeder who have tied the knot! Check out footage of the reception, taken by Orfeh, here!
AIN'T NO MO' Pushes First Preview Date Due to Covid Cases in the Company by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Ain't No Mo', which was previously set to begin previews on Broadway on Thursday, November 3 at the Belasco Theatre (111 W. 44th St), will now begin previews on Wednesday, November 9 due to Covid cases in the company. It will officially open on Thursday, December 1.
VIDEO: John David Washington Reveals His PIANO LESSON Pre-Show Ritual on LIVE! WITH KELLY & RYAN by Michael Major
- October 24, 2022 John David Washington appeared on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan to discuss making his Broadway debut in The Piano Lesson. During the interview, Washington revealed his pre-show ritual, which arrives arrives at the theatre an hour and a half early to do. Watch a video clip from the interview now!
COST OF LIVING Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances by BWW News Desk
- October 24, 2022 Manhattan Theatre Club’s Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Cost of Living is in its final two weeks of performances. Written by Martyna Majok (Sanctuary City, Ironbound) and directed by Obie Award winner Jo Bonney, the production will end its extended run at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on Sunday, November 6.