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Wake Up With BWW 11/10: WICKED Film Details, KIMBERLY AKIMBO Cast Recording, and More!

by — November 10, 2022

Top stories include new details on the upcoming Wicked films, plus a cast recording of Kimberly Akimbo has been announced, and more!

Review Roundup: SPIRITED Movie Musical Starring Will Ferrell & Ryan Reynolds

by Michael Major — November 9, 2022

With original songs by Oscar winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul ('La La Land'), Spirited is the highly-anticipated new movie musical take on A Christmas Carol.

Photos: Will Ferrell, Patrick Page & More SPIRITED Stars Hit the Red Carpet

by Michael Major — November 8, 2022

Check out photos of Spirited stars Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds, Octavia Spencer, Sunita Mani, Patrick Page, and more on the red capret.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of ELF THE MUSICAL at the Dominion Theatre

by Stephi Wild — November 8, 2022

Previews begin at the Dominion Theatre on 14 November, with the official opening taking place on 24 November.

VIDEO: Will Ferrell, Octavia Spencer & Ryan Reynolds Reveal How They Prepared For SPIRITED Musical Numbers on TODAY

by Michael Major — November 7, 2022

Will Ferrell, Octavia Spencer, and Ryan Reynolds appeared on The TODAY Show this morning to discuss singing and dancing in the new movie musical, Spirited.

Ryan Reynolds to Receive 'The People's Icon' Award at 2022 'People's Choice Awards'

by Michael Major — November 3, 2022

Reynolds was nominated for a Golden Globe and Grammy award for his work on the “Deadpool” franchise.

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts SPIRITED Movie Musical Official Trailer

by Michael Major — November 2, 2022

From director Sean Anders ('Daddy’s Home,” 'Instant Family”), written by Sean Anders and John Morris, with original songs by Oscar winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul ('La La Land'), the film stars Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds, Patrick Page, Joe Tippett, and Octavia Spencer.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For ELF in the West End

by Stephi Wild — November 2, 2022

All new rehearsal photos have been released for Elf in the West End! Previews begin at the Dominion Theatre on 14 November, with the official opening taking place on 24 November.

Interview: Simon Lipkin on the Joys of Christmas and Playing Buddy in ELF THE MUSICAL

by Kat Mokrynski — November 2, 2022

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear!” - Buddy the Elf, Elf the Musical.

Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2022 - Where to Watch DISENCHANTED & More

by Michael Major — November 5, 2022

From highly-anticipated new movie musicals like Disenchanted and Spirited, to the soundtrack for Netflix's upcoming Matilda the Musical movie soundtrack, November's new streaming releases will give Broadway fans entertained throughout the month.

Wake Up With BWW 10/13: BEETLEJUICE Tour Finds its Cast, and More!

by — October 13, 2022

Top stories include casting for the North American Tour of Beetlejuice, which will be led by Justin Collette in the title role! Plus, get a first look at KPOP The Musical which begins previews on Broadway tonight!

VIDEO: Ryan Reynolds & Will Ferrell Tap Dance in SPRITED Movie Musical Teaser

by Michael Major — October 12, 2022

For the first time, 'A Christmas Carol' is told from the perspective of the ghosts in this hilarious musical twist on the classic Dickens tale.

Rebecca Lock Completes the Cast of ELF at the Dominion Theatre

by Stephi Wild — October 10, 2022

Renowned theatre actress Rebecca Lock will play Emily Hobbs in ELF, the smash hit musical which returns to London in a new production at the Dominion Theatre for a strictly limited 8-week season.

SPIRITED Movie Musical Starring Will Ferrell & Ryan Reynolds Sets November Premiere Dates

by Michael Major — September 23, 2022

The cast of the movie musical includes Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds, Octavia Spencer, Patrick Page, Sunita Mani, Loren Woods, Joe Tippett, Marlow Barkley, and Jen Tullock.

Tom Chambers Joins The Cast Of ELF At The Dominion Theatre

by Stephi Wild — September 22, 2022

Tom Chambers will be playing the character Walter Hobbs, the rediscovered father of Buddy, in ELF, the smash hit musical which returns to London in a new production at the Dominion Theatre for a strictly limited 8-week season.

Simon Lipkin and Georgia Castle Will Lead ELF at The Dominion Theatre

by Stephi Wild — July 21, 2022

Simon Lipkin and Georgina Castle will be playing the much loved characters Buddy and Jovie in ELF, the smash hit musical, which returns to London in a new production at the Dominion Theatre for a strictly limited 8-week season.

HBO Drama Series SUCCESSION Begins Production On Season Four

by Michael Major — June 27, 2022

Created by Jesse Armstrong, the series explores themes of power and family dynamics through the eyes of patriarch Logan Roy (Brian Cox) and his four grown children, Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Siobhan (Sarah Snook), Roman (Kieran Culkin), and Connor (Alan Ruck).