Willette News

CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Announces Closing Date

by Nicole Rosky — July 13, 2026

The ball is over.

JUST FOR ONE DAY: THE LIVE AID MUSICAL Adds More Dates to UK Tour

by Stephi Wild — July 13, 2026

Jamie Wilson Productions announced additional venues for the JUST FOR ONE DAY UK tour, which opens at Curve in Leicester before visiting cities including Belfast, Newcastle, Sheffield, and Wolverhampton.

Listen: SONGS FROM MONTE CRISTO Featuring Adam Jacobs, Norm Lewis and Sierra Boggess

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 10, 2026

Center Stage Records has released Songs from Monte Cristo: A New Musical – based on Alexandre Dumas’ beloved novel and the 19th century play by Charles Fechter – in digital and streaming formats.

Exclusive Listen: Norm Lewis Sings 'A Great and Noble Man' From MONTE CRISTO

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 9, 2026

BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to Norm Lewis singing 'A Great and Noble Man' from Songs from Monte Cristo: A New Musical.

Adam Jacobs, Sierra Boggess and Norm Lewis to be Featured on SONGS FROM MONTE CRISTO Album

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 30, 2026

Songs from Monte Cristo: A New Musical – based on Alexandre Dumas’ beloved novel and the 19th century play by Charles Fechter – will be released in digital and streaming formats.

Video: First Look At SINATRA THE MUSICAL Starring Joel Harper-Jackson, Ana Villafañe, and More

by A.A. Cristi — June 26, 2026

SINATRA THE MUSICAL, now playing at London's Aldwych Theatre, has released a new trailer featuring Joel Harper-Jackson and the cast of the Joe DiPietro-written, Kathleen Marshall-directed production.

I’M EVERY WOMAN – THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL Announces Full Casting Alongside Alexandra Burke

by Marissa Faith Curley — June 16, 2026

Producer Adrian Grant has announced the full cast for I’M EVERY WOMAN – THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL.

CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Will Play Final Broadway Performance This Week

by A.A. Cristi — June 16, 2026

Celebrity Autobiography will conclude its Broadway engagement at the Shubert Theatre on June 21.

Review: RABBIT HOLE at Creekside Theatre Fest is Heart-Wrenchingly Gripping

by Sydney Naegle — June 13, 2026

Creekside Theatre Fest’s RABBIT HOLE is heart-wrenching in its exploration of unimaginable grief and human connection.

CHESS Will Close Early on Broadway

by Nicole Rosky — May 26, 2026

Chess will play its final performance on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre after over 250 performances starring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher.

Video: Johannes Radebe and Matt Cardle in KINKY BOOTS New Trailer

by Stephi Wild — May 15, 2026

A new trailer has been released for the brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning KINKY BOOTS The Musical starring Strictly Come Dancing's Johannes Radebe and X-Factor winner Matt Cardle.

Listen: JUST IN TIME Releases Four Tracks Featuring Jeremy Jordan and Isa Briones

by Stephi Wild — May 4, 2026

Four songs have been released from Just In Time, featuring two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies) as Bobby Darin and Isa Briones (“The Pitt”) as Connie Francis.

2026 Lucille Lortel Awards Winners

by Nicole Rosky — May 3, 2026

The 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – will be presented at the annual ceremony tonight, May 3, 2026, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm.

Video: TITANIQUE Extends Run; Watch All New Footage

by Stephi Wild — May 1, 2026

The new Broadway musical Titanique has extended its limited Broadway engagement at the St.

I'M EVERY WOMAN – THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL to Transfer to Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 24, 2026

I'm Every Woman — The Chaka Khan Musical will transfer to Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre from 22 July - 27 September for a limited season starring multi-platinum recording artist and award-winning actress Alexandra Burke.

Video: JO - THE LITTLE WOMEN MUSICAL Celebrates American Songwriter Song Contest Win For “Fly Away” With New Music Video

by A.A. Cristi — April 23, 2026

'Fly Away' from JO – THE LITTLE WOMEN MUSICAL took first place in American Songwriter Magazine's inaugural Musical Theatre category, with a live music video featuring Grammy nominee Christine Allado recorded at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Broadway Cast Album Will Be Released on Vinyl and CD

by Stephi Wild — April 17, 2026

The original Broadway cast recording of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will be released in vinyl and CD format on May 15, 2026.

MUSIC CITY Will Open at St. Luke's Theatre This Summer

by Stephi Wild — April 16, 2026

After delaying performances due to issues with its previous venue, Music City will now open at St.

Laurie Beechman Theatre Launches STAR TO BE PROJECT to Support Emerging Artists

by Stephi Wild — April 15, 2026

To commemorate the one year anniversary of the re-opening of the Laurie Beechman Theatre Tom D'Angora and Michael D'Angora are launching 'The Star to Be Project' to support emerging artists.

Karylle Joins CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

by Oliver Oliveros — April 13, 2026

Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia have confirmed that Filipino star Karylle will headline the Manila leg of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' global tour when the show runs at the Theatre at Solaire in July 2026.