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Interview: The Cast of SLAM FRANK on Offensive Comedy and Political Extremism
by David Clarke - Oct 19, 2026

Before a recent performance at the Orpheum Theatre, the cast of SLAM FRANK sat down for a candid conversation about political extremism, offensive satire, audience walkouts, and why art shouldn’t always make us comfortable.

Review Roundup: SLAM FRANK Returns Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 5, 2026

Andrew Fox and Joel Sinensky's Slam Frank, choreographed by Esosa Oviasu, music directed by Alex Harrington, and directed by Sam LaFrage, as back onstage at the Orpheum Theatre. Inspired by a 2022 viral Twitter thread that asked, “Did Anne Frank ever acknowledge her white privilege?”, SLAM FRANK imagines what happens when a progressive theater company asks themselves that same question, applying the rules and tropes of progressive theater to The Diary of Anne Frank. Transcending all taste and decency, they transform Anne Frank's true story into an intersectional, multi-ethnic, genderqueer, decolonized, anti-capitalist, hyper-empowering Afro-Latin hip-hop musical.  Check out what the critics are saying about the new musical.

SLAM FRANK Begins Previews at Off-Broadway's Orpheum Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026

The Anne Frank Afro-Latin hip-hop musical by Andrew Fox and Joel Sinensky starts previews at the Orpheum Theatre, with an official opening planned for October 4.

All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026

BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for SLAM FRANK Off-Broadway at the Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026

Rehearsals have begun for SLAM FRANK, a new musical reimagining Anne Frank's story through a hip-hop lens, ahead of its Off-Broadway opening at the Orpheum Theatre. See photos!

Cast Set for SLAM FRANK Off-Broadway at Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2026

The complete cast has been revealed for Slam Frank, the Anne Frank-inspired Afro-Latin hip-hop musical, ahead of its Off-Broadway run at the Orpheum Theatre.

SLAM FRANK Original Cast Recording Released After Kickstarter Doubles Goal
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026

The Original Cast Recording of SLAM FRANK, the Off-Broadway satire praised by the New York Times as 'clever' and 'gleefully provocative,' is now available. A Kickstarter campaign raised more than double its $30,000 goal to fund the album.

KINKY BOOTS is Now Playing at Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026

KINKY BOOTS is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre for a limited engagement. Leading the tour will be Omari Collins “Scarlett D. Von'Du” as Lola, Noah Silverman as Charlie Price, and more.

KINKY BOOTS Will Offer In-Person Lottery in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026

KINKY BOOTS announced an in-person same-day lottery for $25 orchestra seats at Toronto's CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, where the Tony-winning musical is playing a limited engagement.

Tickets to KINKY BOOTS at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

Single Tickets for KINKY BOOTS National Tour in Chicago will go on sale on Friday, April 10. KINKY BOOTS will play Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre for a limited two-week engagement, June 9 – 21.

Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 8, 2026

Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 27, 2026- BEACHES Gears Up for Broadway and More
by - Mar 27, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: KINKY BOOTS Tour First Look
by Joshua Wright - Mar 26, 2026

Get a first look at the new non-equity North American Tour of Kinky Boots. Leading the tour is Omari Collins as Lola, Noah Silverman as Charlie Price, Sophia Gunter as Lauren, Jason Daniel Chacon as Don, Emma Dean as Nicola, and John Anker Bow as George

KINKY BOOTS Will Come to Victoria in July
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

The producers of the North American tour of KINKY BOOTS, in partnership with Broadway in Victoria, have announced that single tickets go on sale March 27, 2026 at 10AM PDT. 

KINKY BOOTS National Tour to Play State Theatre New Jersey
by Gillian Blum - Feb 6, 2026

State Theatre New Jersey will present the national tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical Kinky Boots for four performances on Friday, February 27 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, February 28 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, March 1 at 1 p.m.

SLAM FRANK Will Launch Kickstarter to Fund Original Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

The new musical SLAM FRANK, following its sold-out Fall run and growing national conversation, has announced the pre-launch of a Kickstarter campaign to fund its Original Cast Recording.

Review Roundup: KINKY BOOTS Embarks on New North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 31, 2025

The North American Tour of KINKY BOOTS is now underway, having opened in November 2025. Read the reviews for Kinky Boots and learn more about the tour here!

Photos: Omari Collins, Noah Silverman and More in KINKY BOOTS North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the North American Tour of Kinky Boots. Leading the tour are Omari Collins “Scarlett D. Von'Du” as Lola, Noah Silverman as Charlie Price, Sophia Gunter as Lauren, and more.

DRAG RACE Winner Onya Nurve Exits KINKY BOOTS National Tour
by Michael Major - Nov 18, 2025

RuPaul's Drag Race winner Onya Nurve, aka Justin Woody, has exited the upcoming national tour of Kinky Boots. While no specific reason was given, the production revealed that Omari Collins ('Scarlett D. Von'Du') will be taking over the role of Lola.

KINKY BOOTS Will Open The Broadway In Santa Barbara Series At The Granada Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

The American Theatre Guild will present the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS as the opener of the 25–26 BROADWAY IN SANTA BARBARA Series at The Granada Theatre, running December 9–10, 2025.