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The Sanderson Sisters Reunite for an Instagram HOCUS POCUS Reunion

by Sarah Jae Leiber — October 19, 2020

The cast of Hocus Pocus will reunite for Bette Midler's annual Hulaween celebration, held virtually this year.

Glenn Close Presented with Honorary AARP Purpose Prize Award

by Stephi Wild — October 20, 2020

Today AARP announced its 2021 AARP Purpose Prize award recipients and fellows, the only national award that celebrates people 50-plus who are using their knowledge and life experience to solve tough social problems.

How Broadway Is Showing Up for the Election- What & When to Watch!

by Nicole Rosky — October 18, 2020

The election is right around the corner, and Broadway is showing up to the party.

Judith Light, David Hyde Pierce, Leslie Uggams and More Join Broadway For Biden's Upcoming IN OUR AMERICA Concert

by Stephi Wild — October 15, 2020

Broadway for Biden has announced updates for upcoming fundraiser In Our America: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation.

Broadway Dreams Foundation Announces Virtual Gala Honoring Tituss Burgess

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 14, 2020

Broadway Dreams Foundation has announced that this year's annual Broadway Dreams Foundation Gala will be a virtual broadcast held at 7:00pm EST on December 5, 2020.

VIDEO: See Amy Adams & Glenn Close in the Trailer for HILLBILLY ELEGY

by Sarah Leiber — October 14, 2020

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Oregon Children's Theatre Announces The Local Launch Of #ArtsAreMySuperpower

by A.A. Cristi — October 7, 2020

Oregon Children's Theatre joins a coalition of Youth Arts Organizations around the country in launching #ArtsAreMySuperpower, a nationwide letter writing effort to galvanize the more than 6 million youth directly impacted by the coalition's work.

Glenn Close, Jennifer Hudson, Samuel L. Jackson and 70+ Stars Will Take Part in IN OUR AMERICA: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation

by Nicole Rosky — October 6, 2020

Broadway for Biden has just announced an all-star team for upcoming fundraiser In Our America: A Concert for the Soul of the Nation.

VIDEO: On This Day, October 3: THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES Opens Off-Broadway

by A.A. Cristi — October 3, 2020

Today we flash back to the groundbreaking off-Broadway opening night of Eve Enseler's feminist phenomenon, The Vagina Monologues.

Sue Kelvin Performs BETTE MIDLER AND ME at The Garden Theatre at The Eagle

by Stephi Wild — October 1, 2020

a?oeWhen Ia??m on stage - ita??s a party!a?? quipped Bette Midler.

York Theatre Company Welcomes Alana Graber and Gerry McIntyre to Administrative Team

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 29, 2020

The York Theatre Company has announced 2 additions to its organization: Gerry McIntyre, York's new Associate Artistic Director, and Alana Graber, who is the company's new Director of Development.

Nominations Deadline EXTENDED For BroadwayWorld's NEXT ON STAGE Season 2 Singing Competition

by BWW Staff — September 28, 2020

Deadline extended! BroadwayWorld announced that by popular demand, the deadline to BROADWAY'S NEXT ON STAGE SEASON 2 has been extended to September 28 at midnight.

Wake Up With BWW 9/28: ANGELS IN AMERICA Benefit With Close, Linney, LuPone, and More!

by Stephi Wild — September 28, 2020

Today's top stories: an upcoming benefit performance of Angels in America will star Glenn Close, Patti LuPone, Laura Linney, and more!

Glenn Close, Laura Linney, Patti LuPone and More Set For ANGELS IN AMERICA Benefit Performance

by Stephi Wild — September 25, 2020

An all-star livestream benefit performance of scenes from Angels in America will be presented in support of amfAR's Fund to Fight COVID-19.

Nonprofit To Host Unique Step Into The Spotlight Soiree & Talent Competition Virtual Fundraiser

by A.A. Cristi — September 21, 2020

Nominations Now Open For BroadwayWorld's NEXT ON STAGE Season 2 Singing Competition

by BWW Staff — September 16, 2020

Entries now open! BroadwayWorld announced today the launch of BROADWAY'S NEXT ON STAGE - a new, online musical theatre singing competition for student performers sponsored by Broadway Records! Inspired by your favorite network TV singing contests, the site is inviting high school and college aged st

Cher to Receive 5th Annual Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 10, 2020

The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (The Kate) announced today that the one and only Cher will receive the 5th annual Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award during The Kate's virtual gala on Saturday, October 3 at 7:30 pm.

BWW Exclusive: Christine Baranski Sings 'The Love You Left Behind' on FANCY NANCY

by Sarah Leiber — September 4, 2020

Christine Baranski voices a lead role in Disneya??s a?oeFancy Nancya?? animated series and this Sundaya??s new episode features a beautiful song by her character, Mrs.

Daisy Ridley, Kristin Scott Thomas Join WOMAN IN THE CASTLE

by Sarah Jae Leiber — September 3, 2020

Deadline reports that Dasiy Ridley, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Nina Hoss have joined the cast of 'Woman In The Castle,' based on the book by Jessica Shattuck.

BWW Blog: 10 Performances That Impacted Me

by Student Blogger: Brigid Pfeifer — September 1, 2020

For this particular blog post, Ia??ll be focusing on shows that I saw either on Broadway, Off-Broadway or regionally.