Willemijn Verkaik

Video: Willemijn Verkaik & Sabrina Weckerlin Perform 'That's The Way It Is' From & JULIET
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2025

To celebrate her run in the show and the passing of the torch from one Anne Hathaway to the next, Willemijn Verkaik got together with Sabrina Weckerlin to record a special duet version of 'That's The Way It Is.' Sabrina Weckerlin will succeed Verkaik on October 21st in the role.

Stars You May Not Have Known Were in MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2025

Mamma Mia! is back on Broadway! As we celebrate the homecoming of this iconic Broadway staple, we're taking a look back on some of the notable stars who have appeared in various productions of Mamma Mia! around the world!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 13, 2024
by - Dec 13, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

International WICKED Star Willemijn Verkaik Lends Voice to Idina Menzel in German & Dutch Film Dubs
by Joshua Wright - Dec 12, 2024

Willemijn Verkaik has once again lent her powerful voice to Idina Menzel in the German and Dutch adaptations of the Wicked film. Verkaik, who originated the role of Elphaba in the Dutch and German productions, returns to OZ dubbing a cameo sequence during 'One Short Day.'

Review: & JULIA at Stage Operettenhaus Hamburg
by Konstantin Georgiou - Nov 18, 2024

Am 17.11.2024 hatte ich das Vergnügen, „& Julia“ im Stage Operettenhaus in Hamburg zu erleben – und was für ein Erlebnis das war! Schon die ersten Töne versetzten das Publikum in Hochstimmung, und diese Energie hielt bis zur letzten Zugabe an. Das Musical ist eine freche, moderne Neuinterpretation von Shakespeares Klassiker, die nicht nur Julias Geschichte in den Mittelpunkt rückt, sondern auch den Mut feiert, das eigene Leben selbstbestimmt zu gestalten.

Video: First Look at & JULIET in Germany With Willemijn Verkaik & More
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2024

Watch a first look at & Juliet in Germany! The production stars Willemijn Verkaik – who appeared on Broadway as Elphaba in Wicked – as Anne Hathaway. Watch videos of 'Roar' and 'Blow' from the production.

Review: & JULIA at Stage Operettenhaus Hamburg
by Martin Ganeider - Oct 31, 2024

Do we need a Musical packed with Hits from Max Martin ( Producer/ Songwriter for Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, Pink, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, Celine Dion, and many others)?

Willemijn Verkaik Celebrates Her 25th Anniversary With an Exclusive Concert in DeLaMar
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2024

Willemijn Verkaik celebrates her 25th anniversary with an exclusive concert at DeLaMar. Join the renowned musical theater star for a special evening of performances marking her illustrious career.

Video: Meet the Cast of & JULIA in Germany, With Willemijn Verkaik and More
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2024

 Stage Entertainment has announced the full cast for & JULIET in Hamburg. For this translated production, the title has been renamed to & JULIA, to be consistent with the German translation of the Shakespeare play which inspired the musical. Meet the cast in this new video!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 13, 2024
by - May 13, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Willemijn Verkaik & More Will Lead & JULIET in Germany
by Joshua Wright - May 10, 2024

Stage Entertainment has announced the cast of & JULIET in Hamburg. For this translated production, the title has been renamed to & JULIA, to be consistent with the German translation of the Shakespeare play which inspired the musical.

Foto: Erster Blick auf Willemijn Verkaik in Disneys DIE EISKÖNIGIN
by Joshua Wright - Apr 18, 2024

Mit der 1.000. Show erreicht Disneys DIE EISKÖNIGIN einen sensationellen Meilenstein und überholt die Laufzeit aller anderen bisher im Stage Theater an der Elbe gespielten Shows. Noch bis zum 29. September ist Disneys DIE EISKÖNIGIN in Hamburg zu sehen, dann zieht das Musical nach Stuttgart ins Stage Apollo Theater.

Video: Willemijn Verkaik & Abla Alaoui Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from FROZEN in Hamburg
by Alan Henry - Apr 5, 2024

Watch as Willemijn Verkaik (Elsa) and Abla Alaoui (Anna) sing 'I Can't Lose You' from the German production of Disney's Frozen. The actresses began their run in the production, now in its second year, on October 18th, 2023.

Feature: The Best of Musicals Op Zaterdag 29 Juni 2024 in De Ziggo Dome!
by Chantal Kunst - Mar 13, 2024

Zaterdag 29 juni komt The Best of Musicals naar de Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The Best of Musicals belooft een onvergetelijke show te worden, waar musicals en concertbeleving samenkomen in een unieke en betoverende ervaring. De grootste musicalhits komen voorbij uit moderne klassiekers zoals Les Misérables, Wicked, Frozen en Sister Act; pop- & rockmusicals als We Will Rock You, Dreamgirls en Jesus Christ Superstar. Ook zijn er exclusieve previews uit nieuwe wereldhits als Dear Evan Hansen en nog veel meer. The Best of Musicals, met een groot live-orkest en spectaculair videodecor, neemt de bezoeker mee op een reis door de meest geliefde en iconische musicalnummers. Er zijn twee shows om 15:00 uur en 20:00 uur waarbij de nummers afwisselend in het Engels en Nederlands worden gezongen. Kaarten zijn nu te boeken via www.bestofmusicals.nl 

Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 5, 2024

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards! Winners include Ronacher Wien and more!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Austria Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria 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!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Austria Awards; ROCK ME AMADEUS, KASIMIR UND KAROLINE, Raimund Theater Wien & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Austria Awards; ROCK ME AMADEUS, KASIMIR UND KAROLINE, Raimund Theater Wien & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Austria Awards December 5th Standings; ROCK ME AMADEUS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards; KASIMIR UND KAROLINE Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Austria Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!