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Listen: Arielle Jacobs Sings Sneak Peek of David Hein's New Marvel Comic EDGE OF SPIDER-VERSE SPINSTRESS
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Listen to what the first two pages of Hein's  Spinstress comic will sound like in a video featuring BETWEEN THE LINES and ALADDIN’s Arielle Jacobs and produced by Zack Zadek.
Listen: Bryan Cranston, Raúl Esparza & More Appear in BANNED TOGETHER: AN ANTI-CENSORSHIP PODCAST
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
The right to free speech is being threatened, now more than ever. To raise awareness of the dangers of censorship for the theatre industry, the Dramatists Legal Defense Fund is presenting a special podcast, available to download now through September 24 in conjunction with Banned Books Week. Listen here!
Photos & Video: See Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Danielle Brooks & More at THE PIANO LESSON First Preview
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
The first-ever performance of the Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson is now in previews at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Get a first look at photos and video here!
Photos: Meet the Company of the LES MISERABLES National Tour
by Jennifer Broski - September 20, 2022
Cameron Mackintosh's production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, is about to hit the road. The show will relaunch its tour of North America in October 2022 at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH and will play more than 60 week-long and multi-week engagements through the next two years and beyond.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 9/18/22
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 9/18/2022.
VIDEO: Crystal Lucas-Perry Releases 'With A Me' Inspired by Her Journey as John Adams in 1776
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Crystal Lucas-Perry has released a heartfelt, empowering music video and original song, “With A Me”, inspired by her journey as John Adams in the musical 1776, currently in previews on Broadway. Watch here!
Alex Brightman, Kelli O'Hara, Daphne Rubin-Vega & More to Take Part in Paul Rudd's 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young has announced that Paul Rudd’s 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 7:00pm. The event, which raises funds in support of SAY’s life-changing programming for young people who stutter, will take place at Bowlero Chelsea Piers in New York City.
Ingrid Michaelson Announces Dates for 'It's Almost Christmas Tour'
by Michael Major - September 20, 2022
Coming straight off of her musical theater composing debut with The Notebook at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Michaelson will get back to her roots in this holiday tour spanning from England to the continental East Coast. Check out Michaelson's upcoming tour dates, including her much-anticipated fan favorite Holiday Hop.
Exclusive: Watch 'No One Does It For Us' From PBS' INTIMATE APPAREL Live Capture
by Michael Major - September 20, 2022
BroadwayWorld has exclusively shared a video clip of Great Performances' upcoming live capture of the recent Off-Broadway production of Intimate Apparel. In 'No One Does It For Us,' Esther (Kearstin Piper Brown) and Mayme (Krysty Swann) imagine a world in which they can achieve their dreams for the future. 
Carmen Cusack Will Lead Edie Brickell's 38 MINUTES Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Following a successful presentation in LA, Grammy-award winner Edie Brickell’s new musical 38 MINUTES will receive an industry workshop on September 27 and 28 in New York City.
VIDEO: HAMILTON Encourages People to Vote in 'The Election of 2022'
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
The cast of Hamilton has released a new video, encouraging people to vote in the upcoming election. The song is a parody of the musical's opening number, titled 'The Election of 2022', and features lyrics by Ian Weinberger, and vocals from members of the Broadway Company.
VIDEO: Sheryl Lee Ralph Gives Jennifer Hudson a DREAMGIRLS Masterclass on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Michael Major - September 20, 2022
On a new episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, Sheryl Lee Ralph reminisces about landing her Tony Award-nominated role in original “Dreamgirls” production. The “original Dreamgirl” gives Jennifer a mini masterclass on the musical’s choreography while donning boas,. Watch a video clip of the impromptu 'Dreamgirls' performance!
Kevin Chamberlin, Rachel Dratch, Fred Applegate, and More Join GUYS AND DOLLS at the Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Complete casting has been announced for the Kennedy Center's Broadway Center Stage production of Guys and Dolls.
Listen: Michael Ball and Alife Boe Sing 'A Man Without Love' From Forthcoming Album 'Together in Vegas'
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
'A Man Without Love', the second song from Michael Ball and Alfie Boe's forthcoming album 'Together in Vegas' has been released! The new album is set for release on 28th October on Decca Records.
Wake Up With BWW 9/20: Sean Hayes to Return to Broadway in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR, and More!
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Top stories include: Sean Hayes will return to Broadway in Good Night, Oscar, opening in Spring 2023! Plus, One Shubert Alley will close its doors, get an update on Laura Osnes' defamation lawsuit, and more.
Photos: CHICAGO Welcomes Angelica Ross, Brandon Victor Dixon And More!
by Show Highlights - September 19, 2022
See first look photos at the new cast of Chicago on Broadway featuring Angelica Ross as Roxie Hart, Amra-Faye Wright as Velma Kelly, Brandon Victor Dixon as Billy Flynn, and more!
MJ Joins Partnership To Present $20,000 In Scholarships To Two HBCU Students 
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
MJ on Broadway will partner with Color Farm Media, Reggie Van Lee and Nico Sidoti to present two $10,000 scholarships to previously selected students from Historically Black College and Universities in celebration of MJ's sponsoring of the 2022 Toyota HBCU New York Football Classic presented by Walmart: Morehouse Tigers vs. Howard Bison football game.
Photos: See Christian Borle, Adrianna Hicks, J. Harrison Ghee & More in Rehearsals for SOME LIKE IT HOT
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
The cast is complete for Broadway’s highly Some Like It Hot! The company will be led by Tony Award winner Christian Borle as Joe, J. Harrison Ghee as Jerry, Adrianna Hicks as Sugar, Kevin Del Aguila as Osgood, NaTasha Yvette Williams as Sweet Sue, Adam Heller as Mulligan, Mark Lotito as Spats. Get a first look inside rehearsal here!
Julia Murney, Michael Cerveris, & Ali Ewoldt Announced for the Return of THE SETH CONCERT SERIES
by Team BWW - September 19, 2022
SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky has announced performers through October for his critically acclaimed LIVE concert series. Every week, Seth and one of his favorite Broadway stars will perform an intimate concert filled with Broadway tunes, Seth's signature hilarious interviews and even song requests from viewers requested in real time!
Lena Hall, Robi Hager & Nicholas Rodriguez to Lead EVITA at Starring Buffalo
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
Casting has been announced and tickets are now on sale for Starring Buffalo's EVITA, November 4-5 at Shea's 710 Theater. Tony Award-Winner Lena Hall (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Kinky Boots) will play Eva, joining Robi Hager (Spring Awakening, Little Duende) as Che, and more.
VIDEO: Cast of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO World Premiere Musical Performs 'Building Momentum'
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
Desmond Edwards, Amelia Fei, Madison Kopec, Liam Pearce, Imani Russell, Conor Tague, and Ashley Wool perform 'Building Momentum' from the new musical How to Dance in Ohio, premiering at Syracuse Stage September 21 - October 9, 2022. Watch here!
VIDEO: Idina Menzel Covers Harry Styles' 'Adore You'
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
Idina Menzel has shared a video of herself covering Harry Styles' hit Adore You! Watch the video here!
Antonio Banderas & Stephen Schwartz Are Working On New Musical About Picasso
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - September 19, 2022
While the new version of Godspell, produced by the Teatro El Soho in Malaga, is being put together, Antonio Banderas and Stephen Schwartz are already working on another collaboration - a new musical, according to the website of American playwright and theater director Gordon Greenberg.
ENCANTO Voice Cast to Reunite for Hollywood Bowl Concert Performance
by Michael Major - September 19, 2022
The cast, including Stephanie Beatriz, Carolina Gaitán, Olga Merediz, Jessica Darrow, Diane Guerrero, Adassa, Angie Cepeda and Mauro Castillo, will perform the songs from the Oscar®-winning film, including fan-favorite musical numbers such as “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “Surface Pressure.'
NYP Lawsuit: Osnes Says She Was Never Terminated From CRAZY FOR YOU & Withdrew Before Rehearsals Ever Began
by Team BWW - September 19, 2022
BroadwayWorld has obtained a copy of the lawsuit in which Laura Osnes accuses the New York Post of defamation with respect to an article they published on August 12, 2021. The article, written by Ian Mohr and Oli Coleman, stated that Osnes was fired from a benefit performance of Crazy For You at Guild Hall because she was unvaccinated. 

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