2 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Nicole Rosky
- Sep 3, 2023
Broadway says goodbye to productions. Funny Girl takes its final bow at the August Wilson Theatre following 130 previews and 599 regular performances; and Once Upon a One More Time will conclude its run at the Marquis Theatre following 42 previews and 81 regular performances.
The Yesters Debut Macabre Song 'Kingston City Morgue'
by Michael Major
- Aug 2, 2023
The Yesters, an innovative musical and filmmaking duo composed of real life partners Alyssa Rallo Bennett & Gary O. Bennett have unveiled their debut pièce de resistance: “Kingston City Morgue.” The song is available to stream on all streaming platforms, and the music video is available for streaming on YouTube.
Experience the Magic of Physical Theater: Broken Box Mime Theater Presents PhysFestNYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jul 13, 2023
Join us for PhysFestNYC, the first-ever festival dedicated to physical theaters in New York City. Experience the magic of physical storytelling with performances from Broken Box Mime Theater and other talented artists. Don't miss this unique celebration of the art form that brings stories to life through movement and expression.
Morgan-Wixson Theatre' Y.E.S. Youth Theatre to Present CHARLOTTE'S WEB This Month
by Blair Ingenthron
- Jul 2, 2023
The Y.E.S. program's young actors bring the beloved characters from this immortal children's classic to life - from Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher and Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; to Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other and Charlotte, who proves to be 'a true friend and a good writer.'
Ben Platt Signs With Interscope Records For Future Music Releases
by Michael Major
- May 11, 2023
Interscope Records announced that it has signed Tony, GRAMMY and Emmy Award winning artist Ben Platt. Platt is currently working on new music which upon its completion will be released via Interscope Records. As part of the deal, Platt will have the ability to sign and develop artists on his own imprint.
Video: Beanie Feldstein & Jane Lynch Reunite For HARRIET THE SPY Season Two Trailer
by Michael Major
- Apr 26, 2023
Produced by The Jim Henson Company, the animated series stars Golden Globe nominee Beanie Feldstein ('Lady Bird,' “Booksmart”) as Harriet, a fiercely independent and adventurous 11-year-old girl, alongside Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel') as Ole Golly, Harriet’s larger-than-life, no-nonsense nanny. Watch the video!
Clown Gym To Present TODAY'S MESS At The Cell
by A.A. Cristi
- Mar 23, 2023
As a part of the cell's 2023 Residency Program, Clown Gym will present a new devised piece entitled Today's Mess with performances on April 6 and April 7 at 8:00 PM (EST) at the cell (338 W. 23rd St. New York, NY)
Richard Linklater Responds to MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Release Date Concerns
by Michael Major
- Mar 7, 2023
Director Richard Linklater has responded to fans who are concerned about not living to see his Merrily We Roll Along film adaptation. He also discussed how the film's process compares to his recent film Boyhood, which similarly filmed once a year from 2002 to 2013. Merrily We Roll Along will star Ben Platt, Beanie Feldstein, and Paul Mescal.
VIDEO: First Look at CARMEN Film Starring Melissa Barrera & Paul Mescal
by Michael Major
- Feb 22, 2023
The teaser trailer has been released for the new film adaptation of Carmen, starring Melissa Barrera and Paul Mescal. Benjamin Millepied’s CARMEN is a gritty modern day tale, with a majestic score by Nicholas Britell, and dream-like dance sequences that evoke magic realism. The film also stars Rossy de Palma and THE DOC. Watch the new video teaser!
'Camp' Movie Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Cast and Stagedoor Manor
by Nicole Rosky
- Feb 3, 2023
The indie cult classic movie Camp, which tells the story of a summer at theater camp based on the legendary Stagedoor Manor Center for Performing Arts, celebrates its 20th anniversary this summer and will feature a reunion of several cast members and a performance by campers at Stagedoor Manor.
Listen: TAKE A BOW Launches Season 4 With Guest Elizabeth Teeter
by Stephi Wild
- Jan 11, 2023
Broadway's Eli Tokash, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, have released this week's episode of TAKE A BOW. The podcast explores what it is like to be a teenager in the entertainment business, and seeks advice from veteran performers.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Cara Joy David's Lessons for Theater in 2022
by Alex Freeman
- Jan 3, 2023
Early reports indicate that last week was a good one for Box Offices, and here’s a reminder that you can get up to date gross information on BroadwayWorld when the League releases their data. With the year coming to a close last week, Cara Joy David offers her thoughts on a few of the lessons learned from 2022.
Theater Lessons of 2022
by Cara Joy David
- Jan 3, 2023
Back when 2021 became 2022, it was hoped that live theater could return to pre-pandemic normality in the new year. Alas, 2022 was not smooth sailing for the theater. Not only were there still plenty of Covid cancellations, but there were also a host of other problems plaguing the industry. (Many of which were discussed in a prior column, archived here.) In this piece, there are three takeaways from 2022.
Video: A Crash Course on MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
by Nicole Rosky
- Dec 17, 2022
Something is stirring! As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along will transfer to Broadway in Fall 2023. Want to know more about the show? We've got you covered wit these videos!
Review Roundup: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Opens At New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi
- Dec 12, 2022
New York Theater Workshop's production of Merrily We Roll Along officially opened last night, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez. Performances began on Monday, November 21st. BroadwayWorld was there for the opening, and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
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