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VIDEO: First Look - New TV Spot for Disney's Live Action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 2, 2017


Kick off the new year with an all-new TV spot for Walt Disney Studios' live action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, hitting theaters on March 17th!  

UPDATE: Expanded Leaked Version of Emma Watson Singing 'Something There' from BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2016


Emma Watson's highly anticipated interpretation of Belle in Disney's new live-action Beauty and the Beast has had fans all over the world brimming with intrigue. Thanks to an Instagram user, a short clip of the actress singing the iconic song, 'Something There' has made its way to the Internet.

TV Exclusive: What Are Your Hopes and Dreams for 2017? Broadway Stars Share Their Resolutions!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 1, 2017


2016 has made its exit, we've got our eyes on the year ahead- a year of hope, promise, possibilities, and hopefully, a lot more Broadway.

Deluxe Edition BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Soundtrack & Lithograph Available for Pre-Order Now
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 27, 2016


Disney will release a deluxe edition soundtrack for its live-action remake of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. The highly-anticipated film arrives in theaters. The soundtrack is now available for pre-order on Disney Music Emporium

NEWSIES, MAMMA MIA! and SHREK to Grace the Tuacahn Stage in 2017
by BWW News Desk - Dec 27, 2016


Utah's Tuacahn Amphitheatre - known for regional debuts of Broadway musicals such as Tarzan and The Little Mermaid - has just announced the lineup for its 2017 outdoor summer season.

VIDEO: New Extended TV Spot for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST!
by Robert Diamond - Dec 25, 2016


A new extended TV spot trailer for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST was unveiled today as a Christmas gift for fans - check it out below!

BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Succeeds in Finding The Heart of The Show
by Jude Buot - Dec 22, 2016


Almost everyone loves Christmas. Almost, since there is The Grinch and an old fellow named Ebenezer Scrooge. The latter is the main character in Charles Dickens' novel titled 'A Christmas Carol.' His story is quite popular, not just among literature fans, because it served as inspiration to some TV shows, movies, and, of course, musicals. Scrooge is the grumpy, greedy old man who had a change of heart during Christmas day, after being visited by three Ghosts of Christmas.

BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Lyceum Theatre
by Andrew Tomlins - Dec 22, 2016


Despite being a decade-long tradition in New York, Alan Menken and Lynn Ahrens' musical adaptation of A Christmas Carol had never previously been staged in London. Based on Charles Dickens' classic novella, the story we all know and love is brought to life with a thrilling score. This week LMTO brought the musical to the Lyceum Theatre (home of the West End production of The Lion King) for a one-night-only concert staging.

VIDEO: A BRONX TALE's Nick Cordero Performs Moving, Original Song on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 22, 2016


On this morning's edition of 'Everyone Has a Story' on TODAY, Tony-nominated Broadway performer Nick Cordero sang 'A Home of Their Own,' an original song composed by Kathie Lee Gifford and David Friedman

DISNEY'S BROADWAY HITS Royal Albert Hall Concert Now Streaming for Free
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016


Disney's Broadway Hits, a concert celebrating two decades of Disney Theatrical's stage musicals performed last October at London's Royal Albert Hall and broadcast last week on BBC Radio 2's 'Friday Night is Music Night,' can now be heard for free in its entirety here.

Photo Flash: New Shots from SISTER ACT at White Plains Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016


Spread the love around! White Plains Performing Arts Center's production of Sister Act is a hit! Now playing until January 8, the show is a must-see - check out brand-new production shots below!

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to the Times -Union Center 3/21-3/26, 2017
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2016


The Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts announced today that individual tickets for the Jacksonville engagement of The 5TH Avenue Theatre's production of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID are on sale now.

Photo Flash: Rejoice! First Look at SISTER ACT, Opening Today at WPPAC
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016


White Plains Performing Arts Center presents Sister Act, playing through the holiday season from this Today, December 16, through January 8. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

BBC Radio 2 Broadcasts DISNEY'S BROADWAY HITS at Royal Albert Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016


John Barrowman hosts an evening of Disney's Broadway hits from the Royal Albert Hall with the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Keith Lockhart, broadcasting on BBC Radio 2 tonight 16 December from 8 to 10 p.m.

Casting Announced for WPPAC Production of SISTER ACT
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016


White Plains Performing Arts Center is proud to present Sister Act, playing through the holiday season from December 16 - January 8.

Kathleen Marshall, Gordon Greenberg & More Join The Muny's 2017 Summer Season
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 15, 2016


The Muny announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for The Muny's 2017 Season, which opens on June 12 with Jesus Christ Superstar.

FSCJ Artist Series Presents Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2016


Take a trip under the sea with Theatre Under The Star's production of Disney's The Little Mermaid!  This fun-filled, timeless tale will play at the Times-Union Center March 21-26, 2017.

BBC Radio 2 to Broadcast DISNEY'S BROADWAY HITS at Royal Albert Hall This Friday
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2016


John Barrowman hosts an evening of Disney's Broadway hits from the Royal Albert Hall with the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Keith Lockhart, broadcasting on BBC Radio 2 this Friday 16 December from 8 to 10 p.m.

Downtown Performing Arts Center's A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a True Community Creation
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2016


For 6 years, Downtown Performing Arts Center has presented Alan Menken's A Christmas Carol, bringing together community talent both on stage and off. The 7th annual production will be no different.

Holy Spectacular Musical SISTER ACT Comes To The Lyceum
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2016


Craig Revel Horwood directs million selling X Factor winner Alexandra Burke in the hit musical comedy Sister Act at the Lyceum Theatre from Monday 16 - Saturday 21 January. 

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