Video: Darren Criss Performs 'I Wanna Be Like You' From THE JUNGLE BOOK
by Josh Sharpe
- Aug 12, 2024
At D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this weekend, Broadway performer Darren Criss took the stage during a Richard Sherman tribute panel to perform I Wanna Be Like You from The Jungle Book. The song, written by The Sherman Brothers, was originally performed by Louis Prima in the 1967 animated classic.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Milton Keynes in July
by Stephi Wild
- May 22, 2024
In Chitty Chitty Bang Bang we meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts who restores a broken-down old racing car with the help of his children Jemima and Jeremy. Soon the family discover the car has magical powers, and along with the delectable Truly Scrumptious, the family end up on a hilarious fantastical adventure to far-off lands.
WINNIE THE POOH Musical Launches Tour in Japan
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 29, 2024
Experience the magic of Disney's WINNIE THE POOH: THE NEW MUSICAL ADAPTATION as it embarks on its Japan tour. Join Pooh and friends for this heartwarming adventure.
Further Casting Set For UK Tour Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild
- Mar 25, 2024
Elaine C. Smith will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
Feature: BROADWAY BOUND Shares Rare Songs & Behind-the-Scenes Tales at 54 Below
by Rob Lester
- Feb 29, 2024
Not every musical setting sails for Broadway finds a smooth trip or arrives at its destination. Some sink. But why? Was it the wrong captain or just stormy seas? Many carried marvelous musical cargo. Robert W. Schneider explores the reasons in his BROADWAY BOUND podcast. His next live edition of Broadway Bound is March 5th at 54 Below.
Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major
- Jan 21, 2024
Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.
Glynis Johns Dies at Age 100
by Michael Major
- Jan 4, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony-winner Glynis Johns has passed away at age 100. She is known for Disney's Mary Poppins (1964), in which she played Winifred Banks, and for originating the role of Desiree Armfeldt and for which she received a Tony Award and Drama Desk Award.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Wolverhampton Next Month
by Stephi Wild
- Oct 20, 2023
Everyone’s favourite flying car comes to life in the musical adaptation of the beloved family film in Bilston Operatic Company’s brand new production at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Wednesday 8 – Saturday 11 November.
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