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Now Hiring: Carpenter, Performers, and More - BWW Classifieds

by — September 21, 2023

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 9/21/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Emmy and Grammy-Winning Adam Blackstone Joins THE WIZ Creative Team

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 20, 2023

Emmy Award®-winning music director and Grammy Award®-winning writer, Adam Blackstone, has joined the creative team as Dance Music Arranger for the revival of The Wiz.

Edward W. Hardy To Perform With The University Of Northern Colorado Symphony Orchestra Next Week

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 19, 2023

Violinist Edward W.

Hulu to Bring ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Interactive Experience to NYC Theater

by Michael Major — September 18, 2023

Fans of Hulu’s hit Original series ‘Only Murders in the Building’ starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez can be immersed into the center of season three’s broadway theater murder mystery.

Lauren Boebert Apologies For Behavior at Denver BEETLEJUICE Performance

by Stephi Wild — September 18, 2023

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has apologized for her behavior following her removal from a performance of Beetlejuice in Denver last week.

Video: New Footage Shows Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Vaping at Denver BEETLEJUICE Performance

by Stephi Wild — September 15, 2023

Further details are unfolding following Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's removal from a performance of Beetlejuice in Denver earlier this week.

More than 88,000 Visits to Ars Electronica Were Made in 2023

by Stephi Wild — September 15, 2023

After three years on the green campus of Johannes Kepler University, Ars Electronica returned from 6th – 10th September to perform in the reinforced concrete gray halls and catacombs of POSTCITY as well as at 13 other locations in downtown Linz.

Veeze Announces Partnership With Warner Records; Launches New 'Navy Wavy' Label

by Michael Major — September 14, 2023

The deal was announced by Aaron Bay-Schuck, CEO and Co-Chairman, Warner Records and Tom Corson COO & Co-Chairman, Warner Records, alongside Terrence “Snake” Hawkins, longtime music executive and management for Veeze; Gee Roberson, Jean Nelson, and Uwonda Carter Scott.

THE HOUSE Premieres at Fort Wayne Youtheatre This Month

by Stephi Wild — September 14, 2023

Fort Wayne Youtheatre has partnered with international Theatrefolk Publishing to bring the world premiere of The House to the First Presbyterian Theater stage later this month.

The Prince Fellowship Reveals 2023 Fellows

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 13, 2023

The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, has revealed that Maxwell Beer has received The Prince Fellowship and Amy Marie Haven has received the Prince/TTLP Fellowship.

Idyllwild Arts to Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with Two-Day Event

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 13, 2023

Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day at Idyllwild Arts.

Video: Watch Nicki Minaj Perform a New Song at the VMAs

by Michael Major — September 13, 2023

Last night, Nicki Minaj hosted the VMAs and treated fans to a world premiere performance of her newest single, “Last Time I Saw You.

Character Breakdown: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Unpacks Their Roles

by Nicole Rosky — September 17, 2023

In this video, watch as the cast of Jocelyn Bioh's Jaja's African Hair Braiding unpacks their roles ahead of opening night on Broadway!

Hershey Felder Will Perform a One-Night-Only Benefit For TheatreWorks

by Stephi Wild — September 13, 2023

Hershey Felder has responded to TheatreWorks fundraising needs with an extraordinary offer: Felder will fly in for the day on October 11 and take the stage for one evening only with his Great American Songbook Sing-Along: A One-Night-Only Benefit for TheatreWorks.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Removed From Denver BEETLEJUICE Performance

by Team BWW — September 12, 2023

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and a guest were ejected from a weekend performance of Beetlejuice in Denver.

Video: Matt B Releases New Music Video 'SHAYO' From Latest Album 'ALKEBULAN'

by Michael Major — September 12, 2023

GRAMMY-nominated global artist Matt B has released a new music video for celebratory single “SHAYO” taken from his Afrobeats album ALKEBULAN, out now via Vitae Records.

Video: Watch THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER Trailer