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PHOTO FLASH: Se desvela el cartel oficial de EL GUARDAESPALDAS (Madrid)
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Aug 10, 2017

El musical con las canciones de Whitney Houston se estrenara en el Teatro Coliseum el 28 de septiembre, con Maxi Iglesias, Ivan Sanchez y Fela Dominguez como protagonistas.

THE PIANO MAN'S PIANO MAN with Jeff Jacobs to Play Raue Center
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017

Raue Center has announced the second performance in their new Cabaret Series! Enjoy a solo rock-n-roll piano show featuring Jeff Jacobs with 'The Piano Man's Piano Man' at 8 p.m. on August 19, 2017.

BWW Review: THE BODYGUARD National Tour at Dallas Summer Musicals
by Kyle Christopher West - Jul 22, 2017

Like a burst of light, Whitney Houston put herself on the movie screen map with her performance in the 1992 Warner Bros. blockbuster hit, THE BODYGUARD, leaving a long-lasting impression in our hearts and in the music industry. But, it appears that lightning won't be striking twice with this title, as the current stage attempt creates musical magic, but falls short of memorable.

BWW Morning Brief July 5th, 2017 - Starry 'BULLETS' at Ogunquit and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jul 5, 2017

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: Vincent Pastore and Sally Struthers star in BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, starting tonight in Maine!

NBC's MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR to Include Performers Jennifer Lopez, Sheryl Crow and Charlie Puth
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2017

Award-winning artists Jennifer Lopez, Sheryl Crow and Charlie Puth join the annual star-filled Macy's 4th Of July Fireworks® Spectacular airing Today, July 4 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) with an hour-long encore presentation at 10 p.m. on NBC. Previously announced acts include Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley and Hailee Steinfeld. Akbar Gbajabiamila, Matt Iseman and Kristine Leahy from the Emmy-nominated “American Ninja Warrior” are set to host the Independence Day broadcast.

Tony Winner Heather Headley to Perform on MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2017

Grammy and Tony-Award winner Heather Headley will perform a new arrangement of the Elvis Presley hit 'If I Can Dream' on Macy's 41st Annual 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS. Headley most recently appeared on Broadway in THE COLOR PURPLE.

Jamie Barton to Sing National Anthem for Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 28, 2017

Celebrated in The New York Times as “a leader of a new generation of opera stars,” mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton will share her rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” for the star-studded 41st Annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks.

NBC's MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR to Include Performers Jennifer Lopez, Sheryl Crow and Charlie Puth
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2017

Award-winning artists Jennifer Lopez, Sheryl Crow and Charlie Puth join the annual star-filled Macy's 4th Of July Fireworks® Spectacular airing Tuesday, July 4 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) with an hour-long encore presentation at 10 p.m. on NBC. Previously announced acts include Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley and Hailee Steinfeld. Akbar Gbajabiamila, Matt Iseman and Kristine Leahy from the Emmy-nominated “American Ninja Warrior” are set to host the Independence Day broadcast.

BWW's Guide to 4th of July TV Celebrations - Laura Osnes, Leslie Odom Jr., Heather Headley & More!
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 3, 2017

With the celebration of America's birthday just around the corner, BWW brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances by BANDSTAND's Laura Osnes, Tony Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr, and the World Premiere of new music from award-winning composer Alan Menken!

Photo Flash: Jessie Mueller & Heather Headley Featured at Chicago Shakespeare's GALA 2017
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) celebrated the culmination of the 30th Anniversary Season with GALA 2017 on Friday, June 9, 2017 at the Theater's home on Navy Pier-raising a record-breaking $1.74 million for Chicago Shakespeare in Classrooms and Communities initiatives.

Photo Flash: Broadway Dreams Hosts Weeklong Intensive with NYC Youth
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2017

Last week, Broadway Dreams hosted a star-studded musical theatre master class and summer intensive.  The annual weeklong intensive welcomed aspiring young performers from throughout New York to embark on a rigorous week of Broadway-caliber training -focusing on acting, vocal performance and dance - learning from the brightest and best industry professionals. 

Lady Antebellum, Hailee Steinfeld & More to Perform on MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR on NBC
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 15, 2017

NBC's annual MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR celebrates Independence Day in style with epic performances by Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Hailee Steinfeld and additional acts to be announced. Akbar Gbajabiamila, Matt Iseman and Kristine Leahy from NBC's Emmy-nominated “American Ninja Warrior” join as hosts of the broadcast airing Tuesday, July 4

BWW Morning Brief June 9th, 2017 - It's Tonys Weekend!
by Jessica Khan - Jun 9, 2017

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! This weekend's big news: NAPOLI, BROOKLN begins previews Off-Broadway tonight, and (perhaps more importantly) Kevin Spacey hosts the 71st Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night!

Tony Winner Heather Headley to Perform on MACY'S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 5, 2017

Grammy and Tony-Award winner Heather Headley will perform a new arrangement of the Elvis Presley hit 'If I Can Dream' on Macy's 41st Annual 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS. Headley most recently appeared on Broadway in THE COLOR PURPLE.

VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Continues 'Broadway Our Way' Series with 'Defying Gravity' from WICKED
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2017

Tony and Grammy award-nominated Michael McElroy and Broadway Inspirational Voices (BIV) released the eleventh video in their 'Broadway Our Way' series today, June 1st, featuring "Defying Gravity" from the hugely popular musical WICKED, featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (multi-award winner, including Academy, Grammy, and Golden Globe Awards, as well as the Isabelle Stephenson Award). Check it out below!

Roundup: Check Out The Top Stories From Chicago You Might Have Missed 5/26 - Vote in the BWW Awards!
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017

Roundup: Check Out The Top Stories From Chicago You Might Have Missed 5/26 - Vote in the BWW Awards!

Heather Headley and Jessie Mueller to Headline Chicago Shakespeare's GALA 2017
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) celebrates the culmination of the 30th Anniversary Season with GALA 2017 on Friday, June 9, 2017 at the Theater's home on Navy Pier, and offers attendees a first look at the Theater's dynamic new performance venue in-progress-The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare.

Casting Announced for Firebrand Theatre's Inaugural Production LIZZIE
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2017

Firebrand Theatre, the first musical theatre company committed to employing and empowering women by expanding opportunities on and off the stage, is pleased to announce casting for its inaugural production, the Chicago premiere of LIZZIE, the rock musical based on the true-life story of accused axe-murderess Lizzie Borden. LIZZIE will play November 11 - December 17, 2017 at The Den Theatre's Bookspan Theatre, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood. Single tickets for LIZZIE are currently on sale at firebrandtheatre.org. Season subscriptions (including 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL) are currently available. 

VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Presents WAITRESS Hit 'Everything Changes' Featuring Intro From Sara Bareilles
by Julie Musbach - May 6, 2017

Offering "Everything Changes" from the musical Waitress, with music and lyrics by recording artist Sara Bareilles ("Love Song"; "Brave"; "King of Anything"), Tony and Grammy award-nominated Michael McElroy and BIV release the tenth video in this series May 5th.

BWW Morning Brief May 1st, 2017 - New York Pops, August Wilson Monologues and More!
by Jessica Khan - May 1, 2017

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: Kenny Leon hosts the 2017 National August Wilson Monologue Competition, while a slew of Broadway vets take part in the New York Pops' 34th birthday gala!

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