Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Court Theatre
by Monica Moore - Nov 27, 2023
What did our critic think of SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Court Theatre? The Bottom brothers set out to write the world’s very first musical, while caught in a bitter battle with Shakespeare (or should we call him Snakespeare?), with hilarious results.
Support Central US Regional Theaters on Giving Tuesday
by Joshua Wright - Nov 28, 2023
In the vibrant spirit of generosity that defines Giving Tuesday, BroadwayWorld is proud to shine a spotlight on the remarkable campaigns launched by theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Check out campaigns from the Central US.
Review: ELF THE MUSICAL at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Nov 25, 2023
A large dose of seasonal good cheer is precisely the kind of theatrical diversion that ELF THE MUSICAL fulfills in The Phoenix Theatre Company’s production, running through December 30th.
Olivia Newton-John's 'Totally Hot' to Be Reissued For 45th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023
In celebration of Newton-John’s first-ever platinum-certified album’s 45th anniversary, Totally Hot returns to vinyl for the first time in decades in two different options, in addition to being made available on CD and on all major digital platforms.
Review: East West Players Presents Energetic SPRING AWAKENING
by Michael Quintos - Nov 15, 2023
Based on Frank Wedekind's controversial 1891 play about a group of young students ill-informed about their budding sexuality, this 2006 Broadway adaptation is buoyed by its alt-rock score by Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik. EWP's new production boasts a pleasantly diverse cast blessed with excellent singing voices.
David Harbour, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ann Dowd, and Denis O'Hare to Perform in Signature Theatre Reading of Sam Shepard's TRUE WEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023
Signature Theatre today will present an all-star benefit reading of Sam Shepard’s contemporary classic True West, led by acclaimed actors Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Bear, Girls) as Austin, David Harbour (Stranger Things, Black Widow) as Lee, Ann Dowd (The Handmaid’s Tale, Compliance) as Mom, and Denis O’Hare (American Horror Story, True Blood) as Saul.
Pentatonix Kicks Off Holiday Arena Tour Making Stops Coast to Coast
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023
Pentatonix kicks off their highly anticipated 2023 North American Christmas tour, Pentatonix The Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year, at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs, CA. The tour will continue to roll through major markets coast to coast, concluding on December 21st in Austin, TX at Moody Center.
'The Peanuts' Coming to 'the Big City' in New Apple TV+ Movie
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2023
The screenplay is co-written by Karey Kirkpatrick, writer of such animated favorites as “Chicken Run,” “Smallfoot” and “Over the Hedge,” from an original story by co-writers Craig Schulz, Bryan Schulz and Cornelius Uliano, the team that wrote the award-winning “The Peanuts Movie.”
Interview: Jordan Kai Burnett Slashing Their Way Through Life & SCISSORHANDS - A MUSICAL TRIBUTE
by Gil Kaan - Nov 6, 2023
The smash jukebox tribute Scissorhands - A Musical Tribute returns with an all-new, immersive staging opening December 1, 2023, at The Bourbon Room (with previews starting November 24th). This hilarious parody of the 1990 classic film Edward Scissorhands features their unique take on such pop hits as: What Was I Made For, Dream On, Uninvited, Like a Prayer, I'm Every Woman, Shallow, Shake It Out, and Fast Car. Scissorhands’ playwright Bradley Bredeweg directs the vocally gifted cast of: Jordan Kai Burnett, Emma Hunton, Dionne Gipson, Natalie Masini, Ryan O'Connor, Carly Casey and Alex Ellis; with Carson Higgins, alternating with John Krause. Jordan cut some time out of their busy schedule to answer a few of my queries.
VIDEO: Watch the Official Cinematic Trailer for Atlanta Opera's RIGOLETTO
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023
The Atlanta Opera is presenting its first mainstage event of the new season with a new co-production of Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto on Nov 4 -7, 2023 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. One of the composer's most celebrated operas, Rigoletto tells a poignant tale of love, betrayal, and revenge. Watch a new trailer for the production here!
The Drama Book Shop Announces Upcoming Author Events
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023
The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE's Nick Fradiani Takes Over Our Instagram Story Today!
by HaleyJane Rose - Oct 31, 2023
Tune in to our Instagram Story as Nick Fradiani takes you behind the scenes of his day at A Beautiful Noise! “American Idol” winner Nick Fradiani will star on Broadway as Neil Diamond – Then in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical starting Tuesday, October 31 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street).
Israeli Guitarist Rotem Sivan Shares 'Dream Louder' Single
by Michael Major - Oct 30, 2023
Lauded for his energy, ideas and virtuosic chops, Sivan has racked up an impressive list of recordings as a leader, beginning with 2013’s Enchanted Sun and continuing with such stellar outings as 2014’s For Emotional Use Only, 2015’s A New Dance, 2017’s Antidote, 2018’s My Favorite Monster, 2019’s Same Way Home and 2021’s Far From Shore.