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VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of the GOD BLESS YOU MR. ROSEWATER Cast Recording
by Julie Musbach - Aug 7, 2017

Ghostlight Records celebrates the premiere cast recording of the musical Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater - based on the recent production by the New York City Center's Encores! Off-Center musical theater series - with a special new "Making of the Cast Album" video featuring exclusive footage from the recording session and stage production, in addition to commentary from the cast and creative team.

Oh, We Just Can't Wait... For the Remake- A Guide to Disney's Upcoming Live-Action Musicals!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 5, 2017

With so many upcoming projects in the works, BWW has put together a guide to what's in store from the House of Mouse and its uber-talented creative teams!

Disney's Live-Action ALADDIN Casts Its 'Jafar'! SNL Alum Also Joins Cast
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 4, 2017

Marwan Kenzari, star of the upcoming MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, will take on the role voiced by Jonathan Freeman in the animated movie.

Photo Flash: Newtown Arts Company Presents Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2017

Newtown Arts Company is bringing "Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST," a musical based on the beloved animated film, to the stage of the historic Newtown Theatre August 3 through 9. Check out photos of the cast below!

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST to Close Theatre in the Park's 2017 Season This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017

With a tale as old as time, Disney's enchanting musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST continues to waltz onstage at Theatre in the Park tonight, Aug. 2, through Saturday, Aug. 5.

Disney's ALADDIN Flies Magic Carpet for Six More Weeks in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017

Only six weeks remain to see Disney's Aladdin in Chicago at The Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph Street), where the hit Broadway musical has been entertaining thousands of Chicagoans since launching its North American tour in April 2017. 

Alan Menken & Howard Ashman's GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER Cast Recording Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017

Ghostlight Records has released the premiere cast recording of the musical Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater - based on the recent production by the New York City Center's Encores! Off-Center musical theater series - in digital and physical formats today, Friday, July 28.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Reboot In the Works at Warner Bros; Josh Gad & Rebel Wilson to Star?
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2017

Today, a new report suggests that Warner Bros is hoping PITCH PERFECT's REBEL Wilson and BOOK OF MORMON's Josh Gad will sign on to star in the lead roles of Audrey and Seymour.

GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER Premiere Cast Recording Released Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017

Ghostlight Records will release the premiere cast recording of the musical Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater - based on the recent production by the New York City Center's Encores! Off-Center musical theater series - in digital and physical formats today, July 28.

The Heavyweights to Debut THREE MAN LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents 'Three Man Little Shop Of Horrors - Starring 'The Heavyweights' on July 28th at 9:30pm.

The Company Theatre presents Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017

The award-winning Company Theatre presents an adult-cast production of Disney's The Little Mermaid from July 28 through August 20, at The Company Theatre Center for the Arts, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell. Disney's The Little Mermaid music is by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, with book by Doug Wright. The show is directed by Zoe Bradford and Jordie Saucerman, with music direction by Steve Bass and choreography by Sally Forrest.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR. Caps Off Upper Darby Summer Stage's 42nd Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2017

Upper Darby Summer Stage wraps up a tour de force 42nd season with the smash hit 'Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Jr!'

BWW Previews: WEEKENDER in Columbia, SC
by Patrick Michael Kelly - Jul 27, 2017

The busy summer season continues on Columbia stages!

BWW Review: North Carolina Theatre's BEAUTY & THE BEAST
by Jeffrey Kare - Jul 26, 2017

Based on Disney's 1991 Academy Award-winning animated film of the same name as well as the classic French fairy tale by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont, Beauty & the Beast tells the story of a bright, beautiful young woman who doesn't seem to fit in with her hometown. She later finds herself trapped in the enchanted castle of a cold-hearted prince who had been magically transformed into a hideous beast as punishment for his selfish ways. To revert back into his true human form, the Beast must first earn the love of this woman before it's too late.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Adds Three Matinees at Actor's Express
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2017

Actor's Express has announced three add on performances of the off-Broadway hit Little Shop of Horrors that is currently running until August 20, 2017. The new Saturday dates are July 29, August 12, and August 19 at 1 PM.

GUYS & DOLLS, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, BEAUTY & THE BEAST and More Highlight Rivertown Theaters' 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2017

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is about to kick-off another spectacular and diverse lineup of productions for the 2017-2018 season. First up on the boards - the Frank Loesser celebrated musical classic, 'Guys & Dolls' running September 8 - 24th.

Civic Theatre Opens 90th Season with BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2017

???????Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast.  Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Menken and Tim Rice. 

Liz Callaway, Steve Kazee, HELLO MUDDAH, HELLO FADDUH! Reunion and More Coming Up Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2017

Next week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Liz Callaway, Steve Kazee, the cast of CATS, the New Writers at 54! series, and a HELLO MUDDAH, HELLO FADDUH! reunion concert. Scroll down for details!

BWW Morning Brief July 21st, 2017 - SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM at The Hollywood Bowl!
by Jessica Khan - Jul 21, 2017

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: An all-star cast brings SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM to The Hollywood Bowl this weekend!

THE TEMPEST, CINDERELLA, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Set for Raleigh Little Theatre's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2017

Raleigh Little Theatre has announced its 2017-2018 season - scroll down for highlights!

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