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LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE Returns to The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts have announced the return of the multimedia concert celebration, LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE! Find out how to get tickets, on sale now, here!

Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard To Lead DEATH BECOMES HER Premiere in Chicago
by Joshua Wright - Sep 5, 2023

DEATH BECOMES HER will play a pre-Broadway engagement in Spring 2024 at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre from April 30 – June 2, 2024 and will be part of the upcoming season subscription package, to be announced in full on September 6.

Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Cast Celebrates 300 Performances on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023

Watch as the cast of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL celebrates 300 performances on Broadway. Experience the magic of this musical sensation that has captivated audiences for 300 shows.

Photos: Inside The ASCAP Foundation's First-Ever Musical Theatre Fest With Stephen Schwartz And More
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2023

In mid-July, The ASCAP Foundation held its first-ever Musical Theatre Fest at The Wallis in Beverly Hills. The two-week, in-person event series gave emerging musical theater composers the chance to learn from the industry’s leading lights. See photos from the event!

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Expands Partnership With The Parkinson's Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2023

A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical is expanding its partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Chicago Shakespeare Welcomes New Artistic and Executive Leadership to Drive Innovation and Creativity in Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023

Chicago Shakespeare is welcoming new artistic and executive leadership, who are set to bring fresh ideas, innovation, and creativity to the theater scene. Prepare to be amazed by the exciting changes happening at Chicago Shakespeare.

New Cast Members Revealed For BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2023

An all new cast has been announced for BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical from 16 August 2023, as the show goes into its third year at the Adelphi Theatre in London's West End.

Photos: BACK TO THE FUTURE on Broadway First Look
by Robert Diamond - Jun 30, 2023

Great Scott! Performances begin tonight for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway and we've got a first look at two sizzling photos from the production!

BACK TO THE FUTURE Launches Digital Lottery and Rush Policies
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2023

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical is now playing at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway) and we've got a guide to the production's digital lottery and rush ticket policies. Learn more about how to get discounted tickets to Back to the Future!

Stephen Schwartz, Pasek and Paul & More to Join MUSICAL THEATRE FEST at The Wallis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2023

The ASCAP Foundation and the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will present The ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!

Wake Up With BWW 6/27: Casey Cott Joins MOULIN ROUGE!, Jimmy Awards Winners, and More!
by - Jun 27, 2023

Top stories: Casey Cott is the next Christian in Moulin Rouge! the Musical,, plus find out who won at the Jimmy Awards, and more!

Lynn Nottage and John Legend Are Developing IMITATION OF LIFE Musical, Directed by Liesl Tommy
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 26, 2023

Universal Theatrical Group (UTG), Universal Pictures’ live theater division, announced development of the musical IMITATION OF LIFE, based on the novel by Fannie Hurst and the Universal Pictures films, with book by Lynn Nottage, music and lyrics by John Legend, and directed by Liesl Tommy.

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Releases New Block of Tickets Through Early June 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2023

A new block of tickets are on sale now for A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL Extends Performances in the West End
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical's performances at the Adelphi Theatre in London's West End will extend to 11 February 2024. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Review: AN AMERICAN TAIL THE MUSICAL at Children's Theatre Company
by Jared Fessler - May 1, 2023

What did our critic think of AN AMERICAN TALE THE MUSICAL at Children's Theatre Company?

INTO THE WOODS, SWEENEY TODD, A DOLL'S HOUSE & More Lead in Nominations for 2023 Drama League Awards
by Team BWW - Apr 25, 2023

The Drama League has announced the 2023 Drama League Awards Nominees. See the full list!

Photos/Video: First Look at Sean Hayes and More in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night
by Show Highlights - Apr 24, 2023

The new American play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes opens on Broadway tonight, April 24, at the Belasco Theatre. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar’s 20-week limited engagement will end on August 27. Check out all new photos and video footage of the production here!

Wake Up With BWW 4/12: FAT HAM Opens, Tony Awards Eligibility, Plus a Message From Benj Pasek!
by - Apr 12, 2023

Top stories: Fat Ham opens tonight, The Tony Awards Administration determine further eligibility, plus watch a video message from Benj Pasek in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Nicole Scherzinger, and More Will Lead a Private Reading Of DEATH BECOMES HER
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2023

Universal Theatrical Group will host a private reading for the new musical comedy DEATH BECOMES HER in New York City this week. Based on the 1992 Universal Pictures film written by Martin Donovan and David Koepp.

Rush and Digital Lottery Policies Set For GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2023

Broadway's Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes has announced the Rush and Digital Lottery policies for the show which is now in previews at The Belasco Theatre.

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