Video: Watch Highlights from Broadway-Bound A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by Show Highlights
- September 09, 2022 A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical will begin preview performances Wednesday, November 2 ahead of a Sunday, December 4 opening night at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre. Check out a first look video of the cast in action!
VIDEO: Idina Menzel Inducted as a Disney Legend at the D23 Expo by Michael Major
- September 09, 2022 This year’s honorees include Frozen stars Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad, Kristen Bell. Plus, Chadwick Boseman, Patrick Dempsey, Ellen Pompeo, Tracee Ellis Ross, Anthony Anderson, and more. Watch a video clip from Menzel's acceptance speech as she sings 'When You Wish Upon A Star' from Pinocchio.
See Which High Schools Will be the First to Produce Disney's FROZEN by BWW News Desk
- September 09, 2022 The Educational Theatre Association, Disney Theatrical Group, and Music Theatre International have announced 51 winners of the United States of Frozen contest, after an extraordinary response from high schools across the US.
Kristolyn Lloyd to Join the Cast of 1776 as 'John Adams' in Late October by BWW News Desk
- September 09, 2022 Beginning Tuesday, October 25, Kristolyn Lloyd (Dear Evan Hansen) will lead the cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of 1776 as 'John Adams.' 1776 begins preview performances on Friday, September 16, 2022 and opens officially on Thursday, October 6, 2022.
Interview: Emmy Raver-Lampman & Josh Gad Tease Musical Moments in CENTRAL PARK Season Three by Michael Major
- September 09, 2022 The hit animated musical series Central Park is back with its third season! BroadwayWorld caught up with stars Emmy Raver-Lampman and Josh Gad, who teased what to expect from the new season and what musical numbers they are most excited for audiences to see. Watch the new video interview now!
Photos: First Look at THE NOTEBOOK World Premiere Musical at Chicago Shakespeare Theater by BWW News Desk
- September 09, 2022 Chicago Shakespeare Theater is presenting the world premiere of The Notebook, a new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film. Now playing in a limited engagement through October 16, 2022. Get a first look at photos here!
Beanie Feldstein Joins Cast of New Ethan Coen Film by Michael Major
- September 09, 2022 Beanie Feldstein has joined the cast of Ethan Coen's new film, joining the previously announced Margaret Qualley and Geraldine Viswanathan. The picture will be Coen's first time directing a film without his brother, Joel. Plot and character details are currently being kept under wraps.
VIDEO: Kate Baldwin Talks Heading West to Support Her Hometown Theatre by Backstage With Richard Ridge
- September 09, 2022 Kate Baldwin is coming home! Beginning tomorrow, September 9, Milwaukee's Skylight Music Theatre will stream Kate Baldwin’s Broadway Comes Home- a concert and documentary film featuring footage from her intimate concert last year in front of a small, invited audience on the stage of Skylight’s Cabot Theatre, along with scenes from a visit to her hometown. Watch the full video interview as she chats with Richard Ridge about the project!
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA to Serve as Setting For New Peacock Murder Mystery Anthology Series THE SHOW MUST GO ON by Michael Major
- September 09, 2022 The series was created by Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist's Austin Winsburg, Robert Greenblatt. Lloyd Webber will also be involved with the creation of the series and is also rumored to be a part of the cast. Season one of The Show Must Go On will follow a fictitious televised live production of The Phantom of the Opera.
BroadwayWorld Is Casting New Kid Critics! by Team BWW
- September 09, 2022 BroadwayWorld is looking for a theatre-loving kid (age 6-11), who lives in the New York City area, and has lots of things to say about Broadway. If you know a kid with a lot of personality, who'd be perfect for the job, submit a 1-5 minute video of them talking about something having to do with theatre- a recent production they saw, a favorite show, cast album, film adaptation, or any Broadway-related topic that interests them.
VIDEO: Lea Michele & Tovah Feldshuh Reflect on Their First Night in FUNNY GIRL by Sneak Peek
- September 09, 2022 Some very special people have taken up residence at the August Wilson Theatre! Earlier this week, Emmy-nominated Glee star Lea Michele began her run as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl on Broadway. In this video, watch as watch below as Michele and Feldshuh are joined by Ramin Karimloo and Jared Grimes to reflect on the big night!
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off on SING STREET at The Huntington by Team BWW
- September 09, 2022 Sing Street, based on the hit 2016 indie film of the same title by John Carney ('Modern Love,' Begin Again, Once), has opened at The Huntington Theatre. What did the critics have to say?
Oklahoma Children's Theatre Development Director Fired Following Child Pornography Charges by BWW Staff
- September 08, 2022 Oklahoma Children's Theatre's Development Director, Nathan Benfall, was terminated from the venue following being charged Tuesday in Oklahoma City federal court after an FBI special agent reported finding 'several videos of child pornography' on his cellphone.
Victory Gardens Theater Dismisses Remaining Staff Following Unionization Effort by BWW Staff
- September 08, 2022 Following a tumultuous period for the Victory Gardens Theater, this week the board dismissed the remainder of its staff following the unionization effort. The staff was informed their positions were eliminated due to 'lack of business and operational needs.'
UK Theatre Community Share Statements & Updates On Passing Of Queen Elizabeth II by BWW Staff
- September 08, 2022 In the aftermath of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away at 96 after serving as the monarch of the United Kingdom for 70 years, Theatres across the UK will be dimming their lights tonight and observing a minute's silence.
Kristin Chenoweth & Kenny Ortega Team Up For Docu-Series on Chenoweth's Broadway Bootcamp by Michael Major
- September 08, 2022 Kristin Chenoweth and Kenny Ortega are teaming up for a new docu-series inspired by Chenoweth's Broadway Bootcamp. Joining Chenoweth and Ortega in teaching classes this past summer were Mary Mitchell Campbell, Jordan Fisher, Kevin Chamberlin, Faith Prince, Booboo Stewart, Madison Reyes and Stephen Schwartz.
Morgan James, Lauren Molina & More Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: SHE ROCKS Honoring Diane Warren by BWW News Desk
- September 08, 2022 ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: SHE ROCKS will be presented by The PATH Fund, Inc on Monday, October 3, 2022, at Le Poisson Rouge. Performers include Amanda Green - Tony Award Nominee* (Mr. Saturday Night, Hands On A Hardbody); Morgan James - (Motown The Musical; Godspell), and more.