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Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 20, 2025- Inside WICKED: FOR GOOD NY Premiere and More
by - Nov 20, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, & More Receive Children’s & Family Emmy Nominations- See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the nominations for the 4th Children's & Family Emmy Awards, which include Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, Joe Locke, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Check out the full list here.

Meet Broadway and London's New Power Producing Duo: Husbands Sean Nyberg And Paul Danforth
by James Lindhorst - Oct 28, 2025

Husbands Sean Nyberg and Paul Danforth are following their dream. The two new producers have ventured into the world of theater, producing shows on Broadway, in London’s West End, Off-Broadway, and in the United Kingdom.

CLARKSTON Will Host Programme of Creative Workshops With Industry Guests
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025

Producers of Clarkston, in partnership with ATG Entertainment West End Creative Learning, have announced a programme of daytime education and community workshops as part of Creative Careers Month this November.

Review: CLARKSTON, starring Joe Locke, Trafalgar Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - Sep 25, 2025

First performed at Dallas Theater Center in 2015, Samuel D. Hunter’s three-hander play Clarkston makes its British première in a production at Trafalgar Theatre, which is directed by Jack Serio. Set in the Washington state town of Clarkston, the lives of Connecticut native Jake and nearby Lewistonian Chris are intertwined as they find themselves working the nightshift together at Costco; both have secrets that they are trying to hide from - but does the answer lie in stacking shelves?

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 23, 2025- LITTLE SHOP Welcomes New Stars and More
by - Sep 23, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Samuel D. Hunter is Making Art Out of the Mundane
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 22, 2025

Samuel D. Hunter will officially make his West End writing debut in just days with Clarkston, led by Joe Locke. Then just weeks later, he'll make his Broadway debut with Little Bear Ridge Road- a play he specifically wrote for its star and director, Broadway icons Laurie Metcalf and Joe Mantello. Sam took a break from rehearsals for Clarkston to check in with BroadwayWorld and tell us all about this exciting new play.  ​

Interview: "The Play is So Human"; Actor Sophie Melville on Imposter Syndrome, Physicality and The Joy of Working on CLARKSTON
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 19, 2025

Clarkston, a new play by Samuel D. Hunter, arrives at the Trafalgar Theatre later this month. Directed by Jack Serio, the show, described as a “modern frontier story,” follows Jake [Joe Locke], who meets Chris [Ruaridh Mollica], in a Costco in Clarkston, Washington. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Sophie Melville, who will be playing Trisha. We discussed how she first got started in the world of theatre, what it’s like to perform new work versus classics like Shakespeare and how she gets into character for her roles.

New Artwork Released For Joe Locke-Led CLARKSTON; Venue and Dates Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2025

New artwork has today been released for the UK premiere of Clarkston by critically acclaimed writer Samuel D. Hunter (Oscar-winning and BAFTA nominated film The Whale) as venue and dates are also confirmed.   

Laura & Linda Benanti and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Laura and Linda Benanti, and more! See the full lineup here!

Joe Locke to Make West End Debut in Samuel D. Hunter’s CLARKSTON
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2025

Oliver Roth and LD Entertainment have announced the UK premiere of Clarkston by Samuel D. Hunter (The Whale), coming to the West End for a strictly limited run this autumn.

Netflix's HEARTSTOPPER To Conclude with Feature Film
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025

Netflix has announced that Heartstopper will return for one final feature film. After three seasons, the final instalment will conclude the story of Nick, Charlie, and their friends.

Photos: Patti LuPone, Cynthia Erivo, & More Attend GLAAD 36th GLAAD Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Several Broadway and television stars stepped out to attend the 36th GLAAD Media Awards, hosted by Michael Urie. Take a look at photos of Patti LuPone, Cynthia Erivo, Joe Locke, Marissa Bode and more!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 14, 2025
by - Mar 14, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 14, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Patti LuPone, Joe Locke, & More Set to Attend GLAAD Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025

Patti LuPone, Joe Locke, Marissa Bode, and more have been announced as celebrity guests confirmed to attend the 36th GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Elton John's Academy Award Viewing Party Raises Over $8.6 Million
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

Last night, the Elton John AIDS Foundation hosted its 33rd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party, raising over $8.6 million in support of the Foundation’s mission to end AIDS. 

Photos: WICKED Stars, Rachel Zegler, & More on the Oscars Red Carpet
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

The Oscars are officially underway and, ahead of the ceremony, lots of major stars were seen on the red carpet including Wicked's Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, and Marissa Bode, along with Broadway alums Rachel Zegler, Joe Locke, Kit Connor, and more. Take a look at photos here!

WICKED, AGATHA ALL ALONG Win at 62nd Annual ICG Publicist Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2025

The Publicists of the International Cinematographers Guild just announced winners of the 62nd Annual ICG Publicists Awards at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. We have details on all of the winners!