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MJ THE MUSICAL Cast Will Perform 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town' Following Upcoming Shows
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025

MJ the Musical will kick off the holiday season on Friday, November 28th with special post-show performances of the Jackson 5’s iconic rendition of the Christmas classic, ‘Santa Claus is Coming to Town.'

Photos: Inside the Drama League's 2025 Benefit, DRAMA AT THE DISCO VOL. 2
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 29, 2025

Earlier this week at The Edison Rooftop, the Drama League hosted their annual fall benefit Drama at the Disco. Check out photos here!

Hot Tickets of the Week: CHESS, SPELLING BEE, and More
by Team BWW - Oct 6, 2025

Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting October 6, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 3, 2025- In the Rehearsal Room with CHESS and More
by - Oct 3, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 3, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: Matte Martinez and More in MJ on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2025

You can now get a first look at new production photos of MJ! The photos feature the show’s new star, Matte Martinez in the role of ‘MJ,’ as well as new photos of the current Broadway cast.

Videos You Missed This Week: THE OUTSIDERS, HADESTOWN, and More
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 19, 2025

Fall has officially arrived and a new season is very much in swing. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending September 19, 2025 with videos from Hadestown, The Outsiders, and more!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 19, 2025- Jamie Lloyd Talks Broadway and More
by - Sep 19, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 19, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Matte Martinez Steps Into MJ's Shoes; Watch 'Smooth Criminal'
by Joey Mervis - Sep 18, 2025

Matte Martinez has officially taken over the role of ‘MJ’ in MJ on Broadway. Watch in this video as he gives a very special sneak peek of 'Smooth Criminal' onstage at the the Neil Simon Theatre.

Disney's ZOOTOPIA Musical in Development
by Joshua Wright - Sep 9, 2025

Disney Theatrical Productions is developing a stage musical of Zootopia, with auditions scheduled in New York for a November 2025 work session ahead of regional productions and licensing opportunities.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 3, 2025- First Look at the New HADESTOWN Cast and More
by - Sep 3, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! We’re kicking off September with a star-studded day of theatre news, exclusive first-looks, and exciting industry announcements. Andrew Barth Feldman steps into the role of Oliver tonight in Maybe Happy Ending, and we’ve got the first photos of his Broadway debut.

Photos: Matte Martinez as 'MJ' in MJ on Broadway First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025

You can now get a first look at new photos of Matte Martinez in the role of ‘MJ’ in MJ on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!

MJ to Hold Open Call Auditions for Broadway and Touring Companies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

Open call auditions for the roles of “MJ” and “Little Michael” in MJ will be held in Las Vegas, NV. Learn more about the show and see how to audition for the productions here!

Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here! 

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 18, 2025- HADESTOWN Reveals New Leads and More
by - Jul 18, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 18, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Matte Martinez Will Take Over the Title Role in MJ THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025

Matte Martinez will assume the titular role of ‘MJ' in Broadway's smash-hit musical MJ on Tuesday, September 2nd. Martinez is currently in the company as Standby for ‘MJ' and ‘Michael.'

Photos: & JULIET, BOOP! & More Kick off Broadway in Bryant Park 2025
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 11, 2025

Earlier this week, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park kicked off its 2025 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Checkout photos from inside week 1 here!

Video: Broadway In Bryant Park Returns With MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, BOOP! and More
by Joey Mervis - Jul 11, 2025

Earlier this week, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park kicked off its 2025 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Watch highlights from the casts of Maybe Happy Ending, Boop, MJ, and more in this video.

Video: Broadway Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'Beat It'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2024

The Broadway cast of MJ the Musical stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show on Wednesday to perform the classic song 'Beat It' from the show. Watch it now!

The Cast of MJ, Lucie Arnaz, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2024

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Photo: Mariah Carey Visits MJ on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024

Check out a photo of Mariah Carey visiting MJ on Broadway! Learn more about her visit to the show and see her with the cast.