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FUNNY GIRL, BEETLEJUICE, COME FROM AWAY & More Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Virtual chats with Tony Award winners, limited edition Al Hirschfeld prints signed by Broadway icons and hard-to-get opening night tickets are just a few of the items now open for early bids for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ much-anticipated Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction.
Review Roundup: REMEMBER THIS: THE LESSON JAN KARSKI at Theatre for a New Audience
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Theatre for a New Audience is presenting Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, by Clark Young and Derek Goldman, directed by Goldman, and starring David Strathairn (Nightmare Alley; Nomadland; Good Night, and Good Luck), now October 9, 2022. Read the reviews here!
VIDEO: Montego Glover Talks Stepping Into the Witch's Shoes in INTO THE WOODS
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - September 16, 2022
On September 6, Montego Glover was one of seven stars who joined the Broadway cast of Into the Woods. Now she's telling us all about her first performances in this video interview!
Win a Private Dinner with Vanessa Williams and Norm Lewis & More Through Black Theatre United's Charitybuzz Auction
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Black Theatre United has postponed their inaugural Gala to 2023, due to scheduling conflicts. Ahead of the Gala, BTU has partnered with Charitybuzz, the leading impact marketplace for once-in-a-lifetime experiences, for an exclusive fundraising auction.
VIDEO: Watch Dolly Parton, Barlow & Bear and More in MEXICAN PIZZA: THE MUSICAL on TikTok
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Mexican Pizza: The Musical, a star-studded production made for Mexican Pizza fans, by Mexican Pizza fans, premiered on TikTok! The cast featured Dolly Parton, the global music icon and influential Taco Bell superfan. Watch the musical here!
Sam Gravitte, Elle McLemore, Khamary Rose & More Take Part in MURIEL'S WEDDING Lab
by Team BWW - September 16, 2022
Following a triumphant Australian premiere, Global Creatures(producer of Moulin Rouge! The Musical) will present the New York lab of Muriel's Wedding The Musical, which kicked offSeptember 15 and continues September 16.
Common Will Make His Broadway Debut in BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winner COMMON will  make his Broadway debut in the role of “Junior” in the Broadway debut production of Stephen Adly  Guirgis’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Between Riverside and Crazy, directed by Austin Pendleton.  
LISTEN: Eleri Ward Releases New Acoustic Sondheim Folk Album 'Keep a Tender Distance'
by Michael Major - September 16, 2022
Several selections can be heard on Broadway in the revival of Into the Woods (“Stay with Me,” “Agony,” “I Know Things Now,” “No One Is Alone”), in addition to the recent remounting of Company (“Another Hundred People,” “Marry Me a Little”), and the upcoming high-profile return of Merrily We Roll Along (“Not a Day Goes By,” the title song).
Now Hiring: Production Manager, Master Carpenter, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 9/16/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Photos: Jeanine Tesori and John Weidman Discuss the Legacy of Stephen Sondheim
by Jennifer Broski - September 16, 2022
Just yesterday was An Evening with John Weidman, for which Jeanine Tesori (Kimberly Akimbo) interviewed the writer, librettist, and advocate, discussing his body of work, including Assassins, Pacific Overtures, and Road Show, as well as his upcoming projects.
Wake Up With BWW 9/16: Julie Benko Joins HARMONY, TAKE ME OUT Casting, and More
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Top stories include Julie Benko joining the cast of Harmony from Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman! Plus, Bill Heck joins Take Me Out for its Broadway return, and Come From Away will welcome back original cast members Josh Breckenridge, Petrina Bromley and Jenn Colella for its final two weeks!
Meet the Cast of 1776, Beginning Previews Tonight!
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
1776 begins previews on Broadway tonight, Friday, September 16, ahead of its official opening on Thursday, October 6, 2022. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, January 8, 2023 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street).
Photos: First Look! TINA: THE THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Hits The Road
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
See first look photos from the North American tour of TINA - THE Tina Turner MUSICAL, which hit the road this summer for a 30-city tour and learn more about the tour coming to a city near you.
Timothée Chalamet Reveals He Has Seven Musical Numbers in WONKA
by Michael Major - September 15, 2022
Timothée Chalamet has revealed that he has seven musical numbers in the upcoming film Wonka, in which he stars as Willy Wonka. Chalamet described the film as 'joyous' and and 'sincere.' The film is a prequel to 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' and serves as an origin story for Willy Wonka.
Tovah Feldshuh to Recur in Amazon's SHELTER Series
by Michael Major - September 15, 2022
Funny Girl star Tovah Feldshuh will recur as Bat Lady in Prime Video's new series, Shelter. The character is described as a reclusive, ghostlike figure who gives Mickey (Jaden Michael) a mysterious and disturbing piece of news. The cast also include Jaden Michael, Constance Zimmer, Adrian Greensmith, Abby Corrigan, Sage Linder, and Brian Altemus.
The Lyric and Hudson Theatres Become Broadway's First Certified Sensory Inclusive Theatres
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
KultureCity has partnered with the Lyric Theatre and the Hudson Theatre to make these Broadway houses and all the programs and events that the two theatres host to be sensory inclusive.
Andrew Barth Feldman Joins Jennifer Lawrence in NO HARD FEELINGS Film
by Michael Major - September 15, 2022
Former Dear Evan Hansen star Andrew Barth Feldman has landed a leading role in Sony's new R-rated comedy film, No Hard Feelings. Feldman will play opposite Jennifer Lawrence in the new film directed by Gene Stupnitsky. Plot details are currently being kept under wraps.
BroadwayCon Announces 2023 Dates and Location
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
BroadwayCon will make its debut in Times Square at the New York Marriott Marquis on Friday, July 21 through Sunday, July 23, 2023. 
Disney's Rachel Zegler-Led SNOW WHITE Sets 2024 Release Date
by Michael Major - September 15, 2022
Rachel Zegler will be joined in the upcoming film by Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen and Tony-winner Andrew Burnap as a new male lead character. Last week, Gadot and Zegler appeared at Disney's D23 Expo to give audiences a first look at the upcoming film. A release date was also set for Mufasa, a new prequel to The Lion King.
VIDEO: Watch Asi Wind Make Magic in Sneak Peek of INNER CIRCLE
by Nicole Rosky - September 15, 2022
Asi Wind's Inner Circle plays this fall at The Gym at Judson beginning September 15 with opening night on Sunday, September 18. Wind gave BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge a special sneak peek of the show and you can catch the magic trick in this video!
Shop Our Most Popular Merch on BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop - ANASTASIA, COME FROM AWAY, FUNNY GIRL & More
by Team BWW - September 15, 2022
Shop our most-loved items featuring our Come From Away Blue Leaf Pin, the Funny Girl Logo Magnet, the To Kill A Mockingbird Navy All Rise Tee, the Anastasia Custom Music Box and more!
Jessie Davidson to Join PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL North American Tour as Vivian Ward
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
The first national tour of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will welcome newcomer Jessie Davidson, who will step into the leading role of Vivian Ward beginning the week of October 10 in Memphis, TN.
Florian Zeller to Write, Direct & Co-Produce THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Series Adaption
by Michael Major - September 15, 2022
Florian Zeller will make his television debut as the writer, director, and co-producer of the upcoming series adaption of The Lehman Trilogy. Florian Zeller is most known for his trilogy of plays, The Father, The Son, and The Mother. Later this year, a film adaption of The Son will be released starring Hugh Jackman.
Bill Heck Joins TAKE ME OUT on Broadway; Full Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2022
Casting has been announced for the return of Take Me Out on Broadway. Joining previously announced Tony Award Nominee Jesse Williams and Tony  Award® Winner Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Julian Cihi, Hiram Delgado, Brandon J. Dirden, Carl Lundstedt, Ken  Marks, Tony Award® Nominee Michael Oberholtzer, Eduardo Ramos and Tyler Lansing Weaks return to reprise  their roles with Bill Heck joining the company in the role of “Kippy.”  
Julie Benko Joins Cast of Broadway-Bound HARMONY From Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman
by Team BWW - September 15, 2022
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Julie Benko, who is currently the standby Fanny Brice in Broadway's Funny Girl, is already rehearsing her next role. Benko has scored the role of Ruth in Barry Manilow's Broadway-bound Harmony, according to recent Instagram posts from Benko and the show. The role was previously played by Jessie Davidson in the show's recent off-Broadway run. 

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