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Review: GLADIATOR IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 26, 2025

It is now a rather incredible twenty five years since Ridley Scott's Gladiator came to our cinema screens, making a star of Russell Crowe and cementing the soundtrack's reputation as one of most captivating of its time. As such, it seems fitting that the Royal Albert Hall has included it in its wonderful Films in Concert series and what a treat it is to hear that remarkable soundtrack live.

Richard Chamberlain, Legendary Star of TV, Stage and Screen Dies at 90
by Team BWW - Mar 30, 2025

Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Interview: 'It's Very Emotionally Intense': Actor Aaron Sidwell on Playing Bill Sikes in OLIVER!
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 23, 2024

Recently, we had the chance to talk with Aaron Sidwell, who takes on the infamous role of Bill Sikes. We discussed what made him want to be involved in Oliver!, how he is able to take on such an emotionally demanding role and what makes this production so special compared to other versions of the musical.

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

GLADIATOR Comes to Royal Albert Hall as the First Films in Concert Show of 2025
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2024

Russell Crowe will once more have his vengeance – in this life or the next – as Gladiator returns to the Royal Albert Hall for a 25th anniversary screening, as part of the venue's Films in Concert series.

Photos: BLOODY BALLAD OF BETTE DAVIS: A NEW MUSICAL At Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2024

Piper Theatre Productions has released production photos of the world premiere of The BLOODY BALLAD OF BETTE DAVIS: A NEW MUSICAL ahead of their run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, this August.

Piper Theatre Productions Will Present an Innovative Traveling Production of ALICE IN CHAOS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024

Piper Theatre Productions will present 'Alice in Chaos' as a traveling production throughout June.

Brooklyn's Piper Theatre Company Return To Edinburgh Fringe Festival With THE BLOODY BALLAD OF BETTE DAVIS A New Musical
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

Brooklyn's Piper Theatre Company returns to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with 'The Bloody Battle of Bette Davis,' a new musical exploring the alleged witchcraft of Hollywood star Bette Davis.

Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2024

A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!

Photos: Go Inside Black Theatre Coalition's BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 13, 2024

Just last night, the Black Theatre Coalition hosted its Inaugural BTC Gala, celebrating entertainment professionals working in theater, film, television, cultural institutions, and music. Check out photos from inside the big night here!

Review: OLIVER!, Leeds Playhouse
by Gary Naylor - Dec 7, 2023

Family show retains enough edge to honour its sources, providing thrills and spectacle and that wonderful, wonderful score

Stephen Schwartz Joins BROADWAY BOUND: The Musicals That Never Came To Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2023

Academy Award winning composer Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) has joined the cast of Broadway Bound: The Musicals That Never Came to Broadway on Wednesday, February 15th at 7:00pm at Feinstein's/54 Below.

Review: FAGIN'S LAST HOUR, White Bear Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jan 19, 2023

James Hyland is Dicken's Fagin, decrepit and distraught, in his cell on the way to the gallows

Erin Davie, Joe Iconis & AJ Holmes to Join BROADWAY BOUND: THE MUSICALS THAT NEVER CAME TO BROADWAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2023

Erin Davie (Diana: The Musical), AJ Holmes (The Book of Mormon) and Joe Iconis (Be More Chill) will be joining the third edition of Broadway Bound: The Musicals That Never Came To Broadway on Wednesday, February 15th at 7:00pm at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

Photos: PHANTOM, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, HADESTOWN, and More Take the Stage at Broadway in Bryant Park
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 12, 2022

Broadway in Bryant Park is back! iHeartMedia New York's 106.7 LITE FM returned yesterday for the second performance in the 2022 season of the beloved series. Check out photos of the casts of Dear Evan Hansen, Between the Lines, Hadestown, The Phantom of the Opera, and Chicago!

PODCAST: THE BROADWAY GINGER Talks CAMELOT, Pasek and Paul, and More in Season Finale
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 30, 2020

The American Musical Theatre was built on great songwriters whose names can't be said without their partners'. OKLAHOMA!, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, and CINDERELLA might as well be credited to one hyphenated name, Rodgers-and-Hammerstein. Today, they take a look at some equally inseparable duos with an emphasis on Lerner & Loewe and their masterpiece, CAMELOT.

BWW Interview: Justin Sayre of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 8, 2020

Justin Sayre takes NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS online for the annual benefit concert for The Ali Forney Center. Here, the writer and host of the event speaks with Stephen Mosher about the show, the charity, and the Judy.