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Isaac Mizrahi, Jason Danieley, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2023

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.

Presley Ryan, Maria Bilbao, Morgan Higgins & More to Sing Miley Cyrus at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023

Join Presley Ryan, Maria Bilbao, Morgan Higgins, and more as they take the stage at 54 Below for an unforgettable night of Miley Cyrus covers. Don't miss out on this epic concert event!

Interview: Matt Hawkins, Aurelia Williams of MY HEART SAYS GO
by Michael Walters - May 23, 2023

Matt Hawkins and Aurelia Williams talk with Michael Walters about their new concept album of the musical MY HEART SAYS GO.

Album Review: A Concept Album For A New Show MY HEART SAYS GO Yields Good Things Musically
by Bobby Patrick - May 13, 2023

Though we do feel the creators should dig a little deeper to make their plot a little fresher for their show, it is a worthy concept.

Listen: MY HEART SAYS GO Starring Javier Muñoz and Jessie Mueller Now Available
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2023

Broadway Records studio cast recording of Jorge Rivera-Herrans’ new musical My Heart Says Go is now available on all digital platforms!

Broadway Records to Release Recording of MY HEART SAYS GO Starring Javier Muñoz and Jessie Mueller
by Blair Ingenthron - May 2, 2023

Broadway Records has announced the studio cast recording of Jorge Rivera-Herrans' new musical My Heart Says Go, available on all digital platforms on May 5, 2023.

Javier Muñoz & Jessie Mueller to Lead New Musical Concept Album MY HEART SAYS GO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2023

Recording is underway on a concept album for the new musical MY HEART SAYS GO featuring industry veterans Javier Muñoz and Tony Award-winner Jessie Mueller.

Brittney Johnson Will Depart WICKED in February 2023
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2022

Brittney Johnson has announced her departure from Wicked. She will play her final performance as Glinda on February 12, 2023, she has announced on social media.

Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, James D. Gish, and More Will Join the Broadway Cast of WICKED This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2022

Find out when the new cast will join Wicked the Musical on Broadway. Talia Suskauer will assume the role of Elphaba; Tony Award winner Cleavant Derricks will take over the role of The Wizard; James D. Gish will become the production's new Fiyero; Tony Award nominee Clifton Davis will step into the role of Doctor Dillamond; and Broadway newcomer Mikayla Renfrow will assume the role of Nessarose.

Wake Up With BWW 3/4: All New Photos of Brittney Johnson as Glinda, and More!
by - Mar 4, 2022

Today's top stories include a new Prizeo campaign from Lin-Manuel Miranda! Win a prize pack that includes access to a screening of The Greatest Showman, where you will hang out with Miranda, plus Hamilton tickets, and more! Plus, check out all new photos of Brittney Johnson as Glinda, and more!

Photos: First Look at Brittney Johnson as Glinda in WICKED
by Show Highlights - Mar 3, 2022

Just last month, Brittney Johnson took her first bow as Glinda in Wicked on Broadway, making her the first Black actress to assume the iconic role. Johnson joined the cast opposite Lindsay Pearce as Elphaba, Alexandra Billings as Madame Morrible, Michael McCormick as The Wizard, Sam Gravitte as Fiyero, Jordan Barrow as Boq, Mili Diaz as Nessarose, and Michael X. Martin as Doctor Dillamond.

VIDEO: Brittney Johnson Discusses Taking Over as 'Glinda' in WICKED on TODAY
by Michael Major - Feb 24, 2022

This morning, Brittney Johnson appeared on the Today Show to discuss being the first Black woman to take over the role of Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. Johnson was surprised by original 'Glinda' Kristin Chenoweth, who sent in a congratulatory video message. She also appeared on NBC Nightly News to take viewers backstage at Wicked.

Photos: Brittney Johnson's First Performance as Full-Time Glinda in WICKED
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 15, 2022

Brittney Johnson has appeared on Broadway in Les Misérables (Eponine), Motown, Sunset Boulevard, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Kristin Chenoweth: For the Girls. She stars opposite Lindsay Pearce as Elphaba, Alexandra Billings as Madame Morrible, Michael McCormick as The Wizard, Sam Gravitte as Fiyero, Jordan Barrow as Boq, Mili Diaz as Nessarose, and Michael X. Martin as Doctor Dillamond.

VIDEO: History-Making 'Glinda' Brittney Johnson Makes Her First Entrance in WICKED
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2022

Thank goodness! This evening Brittney Johnson took her first bow as Glinda in Wicked on Broadway! Ms. Johnson is the first Black actress to assume the iconic role. 

Brittney Johnson to Become First Black Actor to Assume the Role of Glinda in WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2021

Thank goodness! Brittney Johnson will take over the role of Glinda in Wicked on Broadway, beginning performances on February 14, 2022 at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre. Currently the Glinda standby, Ms. Johnson will be the first Black actress to assume the role of Glinda.

VIDEO: WICKED's Lindsay Pearce and Ginna Claire Mason Perform 'Popular' and 'The Wizard and I' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 18, 2021

It's Broadway Week on The Tonight Show! Throughout the week, the show celebrated Broadway's return during each episode. To close out the exciting week, Lindsay Pearce and Ginna Claire Mason of Wicked stopped by to perform a medley of Popular and The Wizard and I.

VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Can't Catch A Break at the WICKED Box Office
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2021

Broadway's wonderful Wicked has made its highly anticipated return to the stage of the Gershwin Theatre!

VIDEO: Go Inside WICKED's Re-Opening Night on Broadway!
by Team BWW - Sep 15, 2021

Last night, Wicked was one of four beloved musicals to resume performances on Broadway, following a 18-month hiatus. To celebrate the occasion, composer Stephen Schwartz and original Glinda, Kristin Chenoweth, were on hand at the Gershwin Theatre. Watch as Kristin speaks to the crowd, the cast performs their opening number, and takes their first bows since March 2020.

Photos: WICKED Cast Returns to the Gershwin Theatre for Re-Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 15, 2021

Good news! Broadway's wonderful Wicked has made its highly anticipated return to the stage of the Gershwin Theatre. Composer Stephen Schwartz was in attendance at tonight's performance and joined the company for opening night bows, as was original Glinda, Kristin Chenoweth, who made a pre-show speech. Check out photos from the epic night below!

VIDEO: Composer Stephen Schwartz Joins the Cast of WICKED for Opening Night Bows!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2021

Tonight, Wicked welcomed back an old friend to kick things off as original star Kristin Chenoweth hit the stage for a pre-curtain speech!