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WAITRESS Will Release EP of Cut Songs and Demos; Watch Jeremy Jordan Perform 'Without A Believer'

The producers of Waitress have announced that a new EP, titled a?oeWhat's Not Inside: The Lost Songs from Waitress,a?? will be released. The album features outtakes and demos recorded by Sara Bareilles for the hit Broadway musical. Available for pre-order today, the 7 track EP (extended play) is set for release on download and streaming services this Friday, August 16th.

Meet the Current Cast of WAITRESS on Broadway!

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, WAITRESS will end its Broadway run at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020. When the show says goodbye to Broadway, it will have played 33 previews and 1544 performances.

Richard Kline Joins The Broadway Cast Of WAITRESS Tonight July 24

Richard Kline (a?oeThree's Companya??) will join the Broadway cast as Joe tonight, July 24th through Sunday, August 18th. Kline replaces Larry Marshall, who will join the National Tour of Waitress and return to the Broadway cast on Tuesday, August 20th.

Tribeca Film Festival Sets 2020 Dates And Call For Submissions

The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, announced that its 19th edition will take place April 15-26, 2020 in New York City. Since its inception in 2001, Tribeca has been a platform for new work from established filmmakers and discoveries from emerging voices, while exploring innovations in storytelling across film, TV, VR, online, music, gaming and more.

Breaking News: WAITRESS to End Broadway Run in January

On Tuesday, BroadwayWorld learned that WAITRESS will end its Broadway run at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020. Featuring a book by Jessie Nelson and a score by Sara Bareilles WAITRESS began performances on Broadway on March 25, 2016, and was nominated for four Tony Awards, including Best Musical. 

Mark Evans Will Join WAITRESS on Broadway as Dr. Pomatter

The producers of the hit musical Waitress announced today that Mark Evans (The Play That Goes Wrong) with join the Broadway cast as Dr. Pomatter on July 23rd. Erich Bergen will play his final performance on July 21st.

Broadway's WAITRESS Celebrates The 4th Of July With Free Pies

Waitress, Broadway's sweetest hit musical, will celebrate the 4th of July with a complimentary red, white and blue WAITRESS INDEPENDENCE DAY PIE for every full or premium priced ticket purchased for four performances next week when the code "WTPIE1" is used at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre Box Office, Tickemaster.com, or by calling 800.745.3000

Todrick Hall to Join the Cast of WAITRESS as Ogie

Waitress announced today that Todrick Hall (Kinky Boots, Chicago) will join the Broadway cast as Ogie on August 20th. He will perform opposite the previously announced Colleen Ballinger for a special limited engagement through September 15th.

Joshua Henry, Lisa O'Hare and More Join Miguel Cervantes for BROADWAY SINGS FOR CURE

Join Miguel Cervantes (Hamilton) as he hosts fellow Broadway stars Joshua Henry (Carousel), Tamika Lawrence (Come From Away), Lisa O'Hare (Gentleman's Guide), Ryann Redmond (Frozen), James Snyder (Harry Potter), Ben Thompson (Waitress) and Gregory Treco (Hamilton) as they perform to support Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE).

Colleen Ballinger Joins WAITRESS as Dawn This August

Waitress announced today that Colleen Ballinger, best known for her character 'Miranda Sings,' will make her Broadway debut as Dawn on August 20th. Ms. Ballinger will play a limited four-week engagement through September 15th.

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