McDonald News

What did our critic think of MATILDA THE MUSICAL IS MARVELOUS! at Nebraska Wesleyan University Theatre?

Autumn plays at the Park Theatre from Wed 16 Oct – Sat 2 Nov. Based on the novel by Ali Smith, the production is adapted by Harry McDonald, and directed by Charlotte Vickers. Check out an all new rehearsal video here!

Would you undergo a procedure that would easily and painlessly grant you to live eternally? Writer Emma Hemingford theorises a future where the extension of life has become as normal as getting Botox. But, unlike plastic surgery, the practice raises ethical and social issues. The benefits span protracted career opportunities and more time to spend with your loved ones, but at what cost?

Further casting has been announced for Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier's new version of Chekhov's masterpiece The Seagull. Learn more about the show here!

New York City-based trans-punk duo Um, Jennifer? return with their new song, “Fishy.” The band- who earlier this year released “Went on T” and their debut EP The Girl Class – played a sold out Music Hall of Williamsburg earlier this week, supporting Towa Bird. 

Producer Mark Cortale’s Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky returns to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts this month. The internationally acclaimed series will present Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara performing on Saturday, October 19th at 8:00 PM.

Cabaret artist Sarah Boone will return to the Triad Theater with an encore performance of Mom Before Dad: A Young Woman of the Greatest Generation following celebrated performances in Florida, Los Angeles and Colorado.

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA's 2024-2025 season will continue with the return of internationally celebrated violinist Rachel Barton Pine to Skyview Concert Hall on November 2 at 7 pm and November 3 at 3 pm.

This Halloween season, BroadwayWorld is taking a look at Tim Burton's musical theater connections, both onscreen and onstage, as well as offering some spooky listening to match the vibes of spooky season.

Pasadena Playhouse announced the full cast for its upcoming production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES.

Anna Kendrick stars in the trailer for the new film Woman of the Hour, which also serves as her directorial debut. The movie releases on Netflix October 18th, 2024

Black Ink Presents, a division of Terrapin Station Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment, has announced that due to popular demand, the North American tour of “Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert” will be extended into 2025 with the addition of more than 35 cities.

Ken Page, Broadway star of The Wiz, Cats, and more, has died at age 70. Tributes have been coming in from members of the theatre community, as well as friends and castmates of Ken's. Read some of the social media posts here.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Watch Aaron Tveit perform 'Mein Herr' from Cabaret at the 2022 installment of Miscast. Miscast22 took place on April 4, 2022 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. The evening honored Emmy and Tony Award® winner Christine Baranski.

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 30, 2024.

The full cast has been announced for GYPSY on Broadway, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe. Find out who's joining Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein, and more in the show here!

The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will open its 40th anniversary season with four new board members who were unanimously appointed at this month's annual meeting.

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.

Theatre Three in Dallas announced a gripping production of Carrie: The Musical, adapted from Stephen King's novel. Featuring young actors from local universities and a visual art exhibition, this show explores high school bullying and supernatural powers.