Michael Shannon, Johanna Day, Hari Nef & More to Star in DES MOINES Off-Broadway Premiere at TFANA
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Theatre for a New Audience will present Denis Johnson’s Des Moines, the final play from the late author, and the first play by Johnson TFANA has staged, November 29, 2022–January 1, 2023, at Polonsky Shakespeare Center.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Theatre for a New Audience will present Denis Johnson’s Des Moines, the final play from the late author, and the first play by Johnson TFANA has staged, November 29, 2022–January 1, 2023, at Polonsky Shakespeare Center.
Sierra Boggess, Derrick Davis and Julie Halston Join Primary Stages 38th Anniversary Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Primary Stages has announced additional performers for their 38th Anniversary Gala, honoring long-time collaborators Charles Busch and Carl Andress (The Confession of Lily Dare; The Tribute Artist) with the 2022 Einhorn Mentorship Award. The event will take place on Tuesday November 15, 2022, at 6pm at Sony Hall
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Primary Stages has announced additional performers for their 38th Anniversary Gala, honoring long-time collaborators Charles Busch and Carl Andress (The Confession of Lily Dare; The Tribute Artist) with the 2022 Einhorn Mentorship Award. The event will take place on Tuesday November 15, 2022, at 6pm at Sony Hall
Interview: Mario Cantone Discusses Performing For Andrew Lloyd Webber on THE MASKED SINGER
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
During The Masked Singer's Andrew Lloyd Webber night, mystery contestants sang songs from the composer's iconic catalogue. Maize, a Mae West-inspired ear of corn, was revealed to be Mario Cantone. BroadwayWorld caught up with Cantone to discuss preparing for his performance, the backstage process, and performing for Andrew Lloyd Webber.
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
During The Masked Singer's Andrew Lloyd Webber night, mystery contestants sang songs from the composer's iconic catalogue. Maize, a Mae West-inspired ear of corn, was revealed to be Mario Cantone. BroadwayWorld caught up with Cantone to discuss preparing for his performance, the backstage process, and performing for Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Shop TOPDOG/UNDERDOG in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop
by Team BWW - October 20, 2022
Shop official merchandise from Topdog/Underdog, including the Topdog/Underdog Pin Set, the Team SLP Water Bottle, the Yahya and Corey Logo Magnets, and more.
by Team BWW - October 20, 2022
Shop official merchandise from Topdog/Underdog, including the Topdog/Underdog Pin Set, the Team SLP Water Bottle, the Yahya and Corey Logo Magnets, and more.
A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE to Extend for Two Additional Weeks at Classic Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Classic Stage Company's A Man of No Importance will extend its run due to popular demand. Previously set to close on December 4, the musical will now close on Sunday, December 18.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Classic Stage Company's A Man of No Importance will extend its run due to popular demand. Previously set to close on December 4, the musical will now close on Sunday, December 18.
MJ to Celebrate Halloween With Never-Before-Seen Finale Surprise
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
MJ will celebrate Halloween with a special performance on Monday, October 31st at 7:00PM. Immediately following the performance, audience members will get to witness a thrilling, never-before-seen, one-night-only finale performance from Tony Award winner Myles Frost and the cast.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
MJ will celebrate Halloween with a special performance on Monday, October 31st at 7:00PM. Immediately following the performance, audience members will get to witness a thrilling, never-before-seen, one-night-only finale performance from Tony Award winner Myles Frost and the cast.
Producer Garth Drabinsky Sues Actors' Equity for $50M for Defamation
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Attorneys representing producer Garth Drabinsky filed suit against Actors’ Equity Association for defamation. Actors' Equity had placed the Paradise Square producer on the company's Do Not Work list due to 'outstanding payments and benefits, and a continued pattern of abuse and neglect that created an unsafe and toxic work environment.'
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Attorneys representing producer Garth Drabinsky filed suit against Actors’ Equity Association for defamation. Actors' Equity had placed the Paradise Square producer on the company's Do Not Work list due to 'outstanding payments and benefits, and a continued pattern of abuse and neglect that created an unsafe and toxic work environment.'
Exclusive: First Listen to 'Haddonfield, 15 Years Later (For Judith) Alternative Version' From Joe Iconis' A(AAAGH!)LBUM
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
The new Halloween compilation A(aaagh!)lbum by musical theater virtuoso Joe Iconis, will be available in digital and streaming formats on Friday, October 21. The release includes one previously-unissued track, “Haddonfield, 15 Years Later (For Judith) Alternative Version.” Get an exclusive first listen here!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
The new Halloween compilation A(aaagh!)lbum by musical theater virtuoso Joe Iconis, will be available in digital and streaming formats on Friday, October 21. The release includes one previously-unissued track, “Haddonfield, 15 Years Later (For Judith) Alternative Version.” Get an exclusive first listen here!
HAMILTON's Sasha Hutchings and Nik Walker Will Host 2022 Arthur Miller Foundation Honors
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
The Arthur Miller Foundation’s annual Arthur Miller Foundation Honors is set for November 14, 2022 in New York City and will be hosted by Broadway artists Sasha Hutchings (Hamilton, Oklahoma!) and Nik Walker (Ain't Too Proud, Hamilton).
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
The Arthur Miller Foundation’s annual Arthur Miller Foundation Honors is set for November 14, 2022 in New York City and will be hosted by Broadway artists Sasha Hutchings (Hamilton, Oklahoma!) and Nik Walker (Ain't Too Proud, Hamilton).
There Was Almost a Version of WEST STORY STORY Starring Animated Cats
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
A version of West Side Story featuring animated cats was almost created. Animated film writer and director Christopher Sanders revealed, “Jeffrey Katzenberg once flew me out to New York City because he wanted us to do West Side Story with cats.”
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
A version of West Side Story featuring animated cats was almost created. Animated film writer and director Christopher Sanders revealed, “Jeffrey Katzenberg once flew me out to New York City because he wanted us to do West Side Story with cats.”
Video: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for TOPDOG/UNDERDOG
by Red Carpet - October 20, 2022
It's a big night at the Golden Theatre! Suzan-Lori Parks' Pulitzer Prize-winning Topdog/Underdog officially opens on Broadway. BroadwayWorld will be on the red carpet for the big night. Tune in at 6pm to watch live!
by Red Carpet - October 20, 2022
It's a big night at the Golden Theatre! Suzan-Lori Parks' Pulitzer Prize-winning Topdog/Underdog officially opens on Broadway. BroadwayWorld will be on the red carpet for the big night. Tune in at 6pm to watch live!
Kate Rockwell and Spencer Howard Welcome Their First Child
by Team BWW - October 20, 2022
Broadway favorite Kate Rockwell and husband Spencer Howard have welcomed their first child. Sylvie Violet Howard was born on October 19, 2022.
by Team BWW - October 20, 2022
Broadway favorite Kate Rockwell and husband Spencer Howard have welcomed their first child. Sylvie Violet Howard was born on October 19, 2022.
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts THE CROWN Season Five Trailer Starring Imelda Staunton
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
The trailer showcases the new cast – Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Claudia Harrison as Princess Anne, Olivia Williams as Camilla Parker Bowles, and more. Watch the new video trailer now!
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
The trailer showcases the new cast – Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Claudia Harrison as Princess Anne, Olivia Williams as Camilla Parker Bowles, and more. Watch the new video trailer now!
A RAISIN IN THE SUN Postpones Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
A Raisin in the Sun has postponed its opening night to October 25 due to COVID-related performance cancellations last week.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
A Raisin in the Sun has postponed its opening night to October 25 due to COVID-related performance cancellations last week.
Now Hiring: Scenic Carpenter, Technical Director, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 10/20/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 10/20/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
VIDEOS: Watch Clips From 'Andrew Lloyd Webber Night' on THE MASKED SINGER
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
The episode featured the masked celebrity contestants singing songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals like Bad Cinderella, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, and more. The episode also featured Nicole Scherzinger singing 'Memory' from Cats and Ken Jeong 'auditioning' for The Phantom of the Opera. Watch videos now!
by Michael Major - October 20, 2022
The episode featured the masked celebrity contestants singing songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals like Bad Cinderella, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, and more. The episode also featured Nicole Scherzinger singing 'Memory' from Cats and Ken Jeong 'auditioning' for The Phantom of the Opera. Watch videos now!
Megan Hilty Launches GoFundMe To Recover Family Members Lost In Plane Crash
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Actress Megan Hilty, and family member Kristen Hilty, have launched a GoFundMe to recover the remains of her sister and nephews, who were tragically lost in a plane crash over Puget Sound last month.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Actress Megan Hilty, and family member Kristen Hilty, have launched a GoFundMe to recover the remains of her sister and nephews, who were tragically lost in a plane crash over Puget Sound last month.
Broadway Cares Sends Emergency Grants To Five Food Banks In Florida
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced today $250,000 in emergency grants made in the name of the Broadway community to five food banks helping Florida residents who continue to recover and rebuild from the catastrophic damage caused by Hurricane Ian in late September.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced today $250,000 in emergency grants made in the name of the Broadway community to five food banks helping Florida residents who continue to recover and rebuild from the catastrophic damage caused by Hurricane Ian in late September.
Photos: Meet the Cast of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF in Yiddish, Returning Next Month
by Jennifer Broski - October 20, 2022
National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish will play a strictly limited seven-week return engagement from November 13, 2022 to January 1, 2023. Check out photos from the open rehearsal!
by Jennifer Broski - October 20, 2022
National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish will play a strictly limited seven-week return engagement from November 13, 2022 to January 1, 2023. Check out photos from the open rehearsal!
Wake Up With BWW 10/20: Meet the Cast of SOME LIKE IT HOT, and More!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Top stories include an update on Patti LuPone giving up her Equity Card, plus meet the cast of Some Like It Hot, casting announced for the North American premiere of Life of Pi, and more!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Top stories include an update on Patti LuPone giving up her Equity Card, plus meet the cast of Some Like It Hot, casting announced for the North American premiere of Life of Pi, and more!
Could Times Square Get a Casino? Broadway League and Actors Equity React
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2022
Commercial developer, SL Green Realty Corporation and gambling corporation Caesars Entertainment have joined a bidding war to obtain a casino license to bring a new gaming and gambling location to Times Square.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2022
Commercial developer, SL Green Realty Corporation and gambling corporation Caesars Entertainment have joined a bidding war to obtain a casino license to bring a new gaming and gambling location to Times Square.
Photos: The Radio City Rockettes Rehearse for CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2022
The Radio City Rockettes rehearsed some of their iconic precision choreography from the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, presented by QVC - including a portion of the show’s newly reimagined lyrical number “Dance of the Frost Fairies.” See photos and videos here!
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2022
The Radio City Rockettes rehearsed some of their iconic precision choreography from the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, presented by QVC - including a portion of the show’s newly reimagined lyrical number “Dance of the Frost Fairies.” See photos and videos here!
VIDEO: Idina Menzel Reads Her Own JEOPARDY! Category
by Michael Major - October 19, 2022
A recent episode of Jeopardy! featured a category on Idina Menzel. Menzel appeared on the episode to read out the questions. Her appearance included questions on Wicked, Aida, Cinderella, and more. Watch a video clip from the episode to see if you can answer them all correctly!
by Michael Major - October 19, 2022
A recent episode of Jeopardy! featured a category on Idina Menzel. Menzel appeared on the episode to read out the questions. Her appearance included questions on Wicked, Aida, Cinderella, and more. Watch a video clip from the episode to see if you can answer them all correctly!
Video: SOME LIKE IT HOT Company Gets Ready to Heat Up Broadway
by Sneak Peek - October 19, 2022
Rehearsals are underway for Broadway's highly anticipated new musical comedy, Some Like It Hot! Some Like It Hot will begin performances on Broadway this fall on Tuesday, November 1 and officially open Sunday, December 11 at the Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street). Meet the company in this video!
by Sneak Peek - October 19, 2022
Rehearsals are underway for Broadway's highly anticipated new musical comedy, Some Like It Hot! Some Like It Hot will begin performances on Broadway this fall on Tuesday, November 1 and officially open Sunday, December 11 at the Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street). Meet the company in this video!
Photo: Disney+ Unveils New DISENCHANTED Poster With Amy Adams
by Michael Major - October 19, 2022
An all-new live-action musical comedy, “Disenchanted” is a sequel to Disney’s box office hit “Enchanted” featuring the original cast from the heart-warming story of the lovable maiden from the fairy tale world of Andalasia who finally found her Prince Charming in the kingdom of New York City. Check out the new photo of the poster now!
by Michael Major - October 19, 2022
An all-new live-action musical comedy, “Disenchanted” is a sequel to Disney’s box office hit “Enchanted” featuring the original cast from the heart-warming story of the lovable maiden from the fairy tale world of Andalasia who finally found her Prince Charming in the kingdom of New York City. Check out the new photo of the poster now!
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