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TV: Jonathan Groff, Christian Borle, Alan Menken, and More Talk Bringing LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Back to New York
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2019

Little Shop of Horrors is headed back to New York!

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Releases Additional Eight Weeks of Tickets
by Julie Musbach - Sep 4, 2019

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS announces that the sold-out production starring Jonathan Groff, Tammy Blanchard and Christian Borle has released eight additional weeks of tickets, now on sale through Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd St, NYC).

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Extends Run Through January 19, 2020
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2019

Little Shop of Horrors has announced that it is extending eight additional weeks, through January 19, 2020!

Photo Coverage: Cast of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Meets The Press
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 4, 2019

Audiences are getting ready to head to Skid Row this fall! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Howard Ashman and Alan Menken's classic sci-fi musical Little Shop of Horrors is returning to New York at The Westside Theatre, with previews beginning September 17th and opening night set for October 17th. The production is set to run for a limited engagement through November 24th.

Meet the Cast of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Off-Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - Aug 16, 2019

Audiences are getting ready to head to Skid Row this fall! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Howard Ashman and Alan Menken's classic sci-fi musical Little Shop of Horrors is returning to New York at the Westside Theatre, with previews beginning September 17th and opening night set for October 17th. The production is set to run for a limited engagement through November 24th. To prepare you to go somewhere that's green, we're getting to know the show's cast, including Jonathan Groff, Tammy Blanchard, Christian Borle, and more. Check it all out!

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Completes Cast; Tom Alan Robbins, Kingsley Leggs, and More
by Julie Musbach - Aug 16, 2019

The Off-Broadway return of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS announces the complete cast for the production opening this fall at the Westside Theatre

54 Below Welcomes Laura Osnes & Tony Yazbeck, Andrea McArdle And More Next Week
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2019

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.

Black Broadway Announces Mental Health Benefit Concert: Darkness RISING: Live 2!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2019

Join the Black Broadway community as they perform inspirational cover songs at Darkness RISING: Live 2. The concert benefits Darkness RISING Nonprofit, an organization which focuses on mental wellness in the Black community. The event will be held at the Knitting Factory Brooklyn at 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Knitting Factory is located at 361 Metropolitan Ave in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The evening will incude vendors, raffle prizes, a silent auction and a full bar, and will be hosted by Broadway Black's Drew Shade. Tickets can be purchased at bkknittingfactory.com.

Black Broadway Creates A Music & Mental Health Album
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2018

Singers from the Black Broadway community have joined together to create a music and mental health album of inspirational cover songs. In just two rehearsals, the Darkness RISING cast recorded an album intended for anyone who lives with anxiety, depression, bipolar, or other mental illnesses. Music has been proven be therapeutic and healing. It can provide emotional support, increase motivation, and offer an outlet for expression of feelings.

Photo Coverage: BEAUTIFUL Celebrates 2000 Performances On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 25, 2018

Last night, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical celebrated 2000 performances on Broadway! BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate the big day, and you can check out photos below!

Kate Reinders Joins the Cast of BEAUTIFUL as Cynthia Weil
by Julie Musbach - Oct 8, 2018

Kate Reinders will play Cynthia Weil in the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit Beautiful - The Carole King Musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre starting Friday, October 19.

Feinstein's/54 Below Presents Songs From Cult Classics, A Benefit for the ACLU
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2018

"Songs from Cult Classics to Benefit the ACLU" is returning to Feinstein's/54 Below for its second year! On Today October 3rd at 9:30pm cult classic musical lovers will gather at Feinstein's/54 Below for a concert of songs from their favorite under-appreciated shows. Featuring a line up of Broadway performers and emerging artists, the evening will highlight songs revolving around the themes of oppression and hope. Proceeds will be donated to the ACLU.

Feinstein's/54 Below Presents Songs From Cult Classics, A Benefit for the ACLU
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2018

"Songs from Cult Classics to Benefit the ACLU" is returning to Feinstein's/54 Below for its second year! On Wednesday October 3rd at 9:30pm cult classic musical lovers will gather at Feinstein's/54 Below for a concert of songs from their favorite under-appreciated shows. Featuring a line up of Broadway performers and emerging artists, the evening will highlight songs revolving around the themes of oppression and hope. Proceeds will be donated to the ACLU.

Abby Mueller Returns to BEAUTIFUL Following Melissa Benoist's Exit
by Julie Musbach - Jul 23, 2018

Abby Mueller will return to the title role in Beautiful - The Carole King Musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre starting Tuesday, August 7.

VIDEO: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Honors Mothers With Tribute Video
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2018

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical has released a touching tribute to mothers in honor of Mother's Day. Watch the video below!

From a Super Girl to a Natural Woman- Melissa Benoist Is BEAUTIFUL's Next Carole King!
by Nicole Rosky - May 7, 2018

Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing announced today that Melissa Benoist, who currently steals the screen in the title role of The CW's hit show, 'Supergirl', will make her Broadway debut as Carole King this summer in Broadway's hit, Beautiful-The Carole King Musical. Ms. Benoist will begin performances on June 7 and will play a limited run through August 4th, 2018.

32 Broadway Stars Take The SOPAC Stage In The Broadway Buddy Mentorship Cabaret
by Julie Musbach - Mar 6, 2018

Thirty-two Broadway performers have been announced for Vanguard Theater Company's Third Annual Broadway Buddy Mentorship Program and Cabaret.

Black Broadway to Present a Mental Health Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2018

Singers and musicians from the Black Broadway community will sing inspirational cover songs from their upcoming album: Darkness RISING. The concert benefits BLK HLTH, an organization which focuses on the wellness of the Black community. The concert will be held at The Triad NYC on Monday, April 2nd at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased at triadnyc.com. The Triad is located at 158 W. 72nd St. (2 drink minimum)

Exclusive Photo Coverage: BEAUTIFUL Bundles Up for the Holidays with Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 15, 2017

Below, check out exclusive photos of the cast of BEAUTIFUL as they record their track, 'Love at Christmas Time.'

Night of Cult Classics, Featuring CARRIE, ROCKY HORROR, HEDWIG & More, Coming to Feinstein's/54 Below This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2017

On Today, September 30th, at 11:30pm, cult classic musical lovers will gather at 54 Below for a late night concert of songs from their favorite under-appreciated shows.

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