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BOOP! THE MUSICAL to Make Philadelphia Premiere at the Academy of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2026

BOOP! THE MUSICAL will open at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. The Broadway musical features original direction by Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell and stars Aliya Grace as Betty Boop.

Exclusive: First Look at BOOP! The Musical North American Tour
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2026

Take an exclusive first look at photos of the cast of BOOP! The Musical on tour. Currently in Cincinnati, the 50-week tour stars Aliya Grace in the title role, with Mason Ballard, Ashley Calderon, Michelle Jennings, and more.

Watch BOOP! THE MUSICAL Hit The Road With First Look at North American Tour
by Michael Major - Oct 21, 2026

Watch a first look at the BOOP! The Musical North American tour, starring Aliya Grace as Betty Boop. The tour recently launched in Rochester, NY and will be on the road for 50 weeks.

BOOP! THE MUSICAL to Open North American Tour in Rochester
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2026

The musical adaptation of Betty Boop officially opens at West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY, continuing through October 10 before visiting cities across the country. The production features music by David Foster and choreography by Jerry Mitchell.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 28, 2026: SIX THE MUSICAL To End Its Broadway Reign and More
by - Aug 28, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 28, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Full Cast Announced for BOOP! THE MUSICAL National Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2026

BOOP! The Musical has just announced the full cast for the upcoming North American Tour.  Joining previously announced Aliya Grace, who will play Betty Boop®, will be Mason Ballard (Dwayne), Ashia Collins (Carol Evans), Michelle Jennings (Valentina), Dan Mason (Grampy), Joshua Woodie (Raymond Demarest), Ashley Calderon (Trisha), Adam Clarke (Pudgy), Kevin W. Egan (Oscar Delacorte), and Kevin Bowman, Christian J. Collins, Leah Faye, Kayla Goins, Eric Gonzalez, Jesse Hanks, Izzy Herz, Anya Katherine Jones, Jaxon Keller, Elie Kuppermann, Helena Elizabeth Laing, Ava Madara, Neema Muteti, Annalise Northway, PJ Palmer, Jame Tomé Rotz, Kenneth Sweeney, Devyn Trondson and Evan Michael Vaughan. 

Cast Set for CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at The White Plains Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

The White Plains Performing Arts Center has revealed the cast for its Mainstage production of Catch Me If You Can, playing this spring. Catch Me If You Can features a book by Terrence McNally and a score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at the Aronoff Center
by Ana-Brit Asplen - Dec 13, 2024

With its spectacular design elements and a talented, lively cast, How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a great outing for any family looking to celebrate some holiday spirit, or really anyone who appreciates the classic story by Dr. Seuss.

DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL Adds Performance at the Fabulous Fox
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Due to popular demand, Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is adding performance to the Fabulous Fox's already announced six performances from December 27-29. Learn how to purchase tickets.

DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at the Fabulous Fox Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024

Discover the cast of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at The Fabulous Fox Theatre. Learn about the performers bringing this holiday classic to life in a festive theatrical production.

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL is Stealing Our Hearts at Broadway Sacramento
by Courtney Symes - Dec 29, 2023

It came after Christmas, bringing with it good cheer. It even brought Whos and Max the Reindeer. A trailer it pulled, full of sets and bright dresses. Whoville, wrapped presents, and sky-high coiffed tresses. A makeup designer and green fur hairdresser, the Grinch couldn’t wait to sing out and impress her! In true Grinchy fashion, he didn’t take pity on any of the kiddos in our River City. He plotted and schemed and watched his greed grow, until the curtain came up on Broadway Sacramento. Yes, my friends, you’ve read that right! Tonight, and the next night, and a night after that, How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical will steal your hearts in two seconds flat.

Review: THE GRINCH Stage Musical Slithers Back into OC's Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Dec 21, 2023

The touring stage adaptation of Dr. Seuss' cheeky holiday tale returns to the OC's Segerstrom Center with a non-equity cast. While the show itself is still a charmer—especially for young audiences—the bad audio mix at Costa Mesa's largest theater leaves most of the show's lyrics and dialogue indecipherable.

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - Nov 29, 2023

What did our critic think of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Broadway San Jose?

Review: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL Brings the Magic of Dr. Seuss from the Page to the Stage!
by Alyson Eng - Nov 18, 2023

Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL played its opening night performance on November 14th at The Centre in Vancouver. The musical will be in town until Saturday November 18th playing a total of 5 performances.

LUCKY GUY to Shutter Early; Ends Run 5/29
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2011

L. Glenn Poppleton (Producer) announced that Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, will end its limited engagement following the evening performance on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. The show, which began previews at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues) on April 29 and opened on Thursday, May 19, will have played 23 preview performance and 14 regular performances. The production had been announced to run through July 24.

Review - Lucky Guy & Sister Act
by Ben Peltz - May 24, 2011

Unless the names 'Noel' and 'Coward' are involved, I tend to be a bit wary about musicals with the book, music, lyrics and direction all by the same person, but Willard Beckham makes a very entertaining go of it with his campy, country/western musical comedy, Lucky Guy.

LUCKY GUY to Shutter Early; Ends Run 5/29
by Jessica Lewis - May 25, 2011

L. Glenn Poppleton (Producer) announced today that Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, will end its limited engagement following the evening performance on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. The show, which began previews at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues) on April 29 and opened on Thursday, May 19, will have played 23 preview performance and 14 regular performances. The production had been announced to run through July 24.

Photo Coverage: LUCKY GUY Opening Night Party!
by Walter McBride - May 21, 2011

Yee Haw! Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, written and directed by Willard Beckham, officially opened last night (May 19th) and plays a 12-week engagement through Sunday, July 24th at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues).

TV EXCLUSIVE: Broadway Beat Brings You LUCKY GUY!
by Broadway Beat - May 20, 2011

Yee Haw! Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, written and directed by Willard Beckham, officially opened last night (May 19th) and plays a 12-week engagement through Sunday, July 24th at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues). L. Glenn Poppleton produces. Broadway Beat was on hand for the opening coverage and exclusive performance footage below!

STAGE TUBE: First Look at LUCKY GUY!
by Nicole Rosky - May 20, 2011

Yee Haw! Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, written and directed by Willard Beckham, officially opened last night (May 19th) and plays a 12-week engagement through Sunday, July 24th at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues). L. Glenn Poppleton produces. Check out full clips from the new show below!