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Singer Jason Derulo To Play Rum Tum Tugger in CATS Film

by A.A. Cristi — November 20, 2018

It has been reported that R&B superstar Jason Derulo has joined the star-studded cast of the upcoming film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS.

Rebel Wilson To Play Jennyanydots in CATS

by Kaitlin Milligan — November 19, 2018

Rebel Wilson is set to play the old Gumbie cat Jennyanydots in the film adaptation of CATS, according to Deadline.

VIDEO: Ian McKellen Tells Graham Norton How He's Preparing for the CATS Film

by Kaitlin Milligan — November 12, 2018

On Friday night's episode of 'The Graham Norton Show,' Ian McKellen was a guest.

Steven McRae Will Play Skimbleshanks in the CATS Film

by Stephi Wild — November 8, 2018

The Cats film has found its Railway Cat!

Tickets To CATS On Sale At Shea's Buffalo Theatre This Thursday

by A.A. Cristi — November 5, 2018

One of the biggest hits in theatrical history, CATS will come to Shea's Buffalo Theatre from February 5 to 10, 2019 as part of a multi-season North American tour.

Royal Ballet Principal Francesca Hayward Joins CATS Film as Victoria!

by Nicole Rosky — November 1, 2018

Another kitten has joined the litter! According to the Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye, the Royal Ballet principal dancer Francesca Hayward will reportedly play Victoria in the upcoming film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats.

Keri Rene Fuller, Dan Hoy & More Will Lead CATS National Tour!

by Nicole Rosky — October 29, 2018

Today, in celebration of National Cat Day, producers announced casting for the North American tour of the first ever Broadway revival of CATS.

Tickets Go On Sale For CATS At PPAC Today

by Stephi Wild — October 19, 2018

One of the biggest hits in theatrical history, CATS will open at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI, Tuesday, January 22 to Sunday, January 27, 2019 as part of a multi-season North American tour.

Judi Dench Signs On To Play Old Deuteronomy in Upcoming CATS Film

by A.A. Cristi — October 18, 2018

It has been reported that Academy Award winner Judi Dench will join the already star-studded cast of an upcoming film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats.

Idris Elba In Final Talks To Join the Upcoming CATS Film

by A.A. Cristi — October 16, 2018

As BroadwayWorld reported in July, Academy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson will lead Tom Hooper's upcoming film adaptation of CATs as 'Grizabella', alongside Ian McKellen, James Corden, and Taylor Swift.

Laurie Davidson Joins the Film Adaptation of CATS

by Kaitlin Milligan — September 25, 2018

Laurie Davidson has joined the cast of CATS, according to Deadline.

Who Will Taylor Swift Play in CATS Film? Andrew Lloyd Webber Reveals Her Role!

by A.A. Cristi — September 25, 2018

As BroadwayWorld reported in July, Academy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson will lead Tom Hooper's upcoming film adaptation of CATs as 'Grizabella', alongside Ian McKellen, James Corden, and Taylor Swift.

A BRONX TALE, ANASTASIA, CATS and More Announced for Broadway in Chicago Off-Season; Tickets On Sale This Weekend

by A.A. Cristi — September 17, 2018

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce its next season will go on sale to the public this Sunday, September 23.

Jennifer Hudson, Ian McKellen, Taylor Swift, and James Corden to Star in CATS Film

by A.A. Cristi — July 19, 2018

According to The Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye, Academy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson has signed on to portray the iconic role of 'Grizabella' in the upcoming film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS!

CATS Will Return To Chicago in July 2019

by Stephi Wild — July 10, 2018

Broadway In Chicago has announced that the national tour of CATS, the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages, will play Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre (24 W.