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Adams Theater to Present Staged Readings Of New Play THE REFUSENIKS in August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024


The Adams Theater is bringing staged readings of the new play 'The Refuseniks' to audiences at 7:30 p.m. on Friday August 9 and Saturday August 10, and at noon on Sunday August 11.

Westport Country Playhouse Honors Kristin Chenoweth And Mary-Mitchell Campbell At September Fundraiser
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2024


Westport Country Playhouse will honor Kristin Chenoweth and Mary-Mitchell Campbell at a special fundraiser on September 14.

The Open Eye Theatre to Present THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2024


Experience THE OPEN EYE THEATER's presentation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS by Paul Zindel. Suitable for older teens and adults. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre Will Close in August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024


The West Bank Cafe is closing its doors next month. According to a post on the venue's social media pages, the closure is due to 'circumstances beyond our control.' It is set to close in August, which an exact date to follow.

Sierra Boggess and Joel Harper-Jackson Will Lead European Premiere of I AM HARVEY MILK
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024


The European premiere of Andrew Lippa’s I Am Harvey Milk will open at Cadogan Hall this October, starring West End star Joel Harper-Jackson and Broadway actress Sierra Boggess.

West Bay Community Theater Presents GREASE- IN CONCERT This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2024


West Bay Community Theater will present GREASE-IN CONCERT on August 17, 2024.

SNL Stars on the Broadway Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2024


Ana Gasteyer is not the only Saturday Night Live alum to have flexed her acting muscles on the Broadway stage. BroadwayWorld is rounding up your favorite SNL stars who are also Broadway stars. Check out our list here!

Six Points Theater Reveals 2024-2025 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2024


Six Points Theater has revealed their 2024-25 season, which also marks the company's 30th anniversary.

Photos: THE WIZ Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2024


Last night, the revival of The Wiz at the Marquis Theatre celebrated their 100th performance on Broadway. See photos of the company's celebration here.

Video: First Look at EVITA at San Francisco Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2024


Get a first look at the final production of San Francisco Playhouse’s 2023-24 season - Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Evita. Check out the cast in action in this all-new video!

GREASE Comes to the Cumberland County Playhouse Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024


Beginning July 19, the Cumberland County Playhouse will present Grease, the rock n’ roll high school musical celebration of growin’ up, cruisin’ with friends and goin’ steady. 

Shakespeare & Company to Present THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Beginning Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 6, 2024


William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors takes over Shakespeare & Company's outdoor mainstage this summer, directed by Kate Kohler Amory July 13 through August 18 at the Arthur S. Waldstein Amphitheatre.

Review: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Jul 3, 2024


That is one of the songs written by Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller. Ain’t Misbehavin’, the musical review of his music, is the current production at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Originally performed on Broadway in 1978, this was not a typical musical even though it won the Tony for best new musical. Nell Carter also won a Tony as best actress in a featured role as did the creator and director, Richard Maltby, Jr.

Photos: First Look At EVITA At San Francisco Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2024


San Francisco Playhouse’s 2023-24 season will conclude with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Evita. See photos from the production.

GREASE to be Presented at Milton Keynes Theatre in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2024


The iconic musical GREASE, directed by Nikolai Foster & choreographed by Arlene Phillips, comes to Milton Keynes Theatre in August. Learn how to purchase tickets.

ANNIE to Return to Australia in 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024


The beloved musical ANNIE is set to return to Australia, bringing its timeless story and memorable songs to audiences across the country starting in June 2024.

The Drama Book Shop Unveils Summer Reading Events In July And August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024


The Drama Book Shop will host a series of live events featuring Broadway and Off-Broadway guests. Learn more and see how to attend!

Verity Hunt-Ballard, Natalie O'Donnell, and More Join Australian Cast of DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 23, 2024


Following an exhaustive national search, Sydney Theatre Company and Michael Cassel Group have revealed the spectacular array of Australian theatre icons and dazzling newcomers who will star in the Australian premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN premiering at STC's Roslyn Packer Theatre from October 12. 

Interview: Juan Rebuffo of EVITA at San Francisco Playhouse
by Jim Munson - Jun 21, 2024


BroadwayWorld talks to Juan Rebuffo about San Francisco Playhouse's exciting new production of 'Evita' running June 27 to September 7. The native Argentinian serves as the production's dramaturg and cultural consultant.

Photos: Inside the Tony Awards After Party at the Carlyle
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 19, 2024


BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with photos from inside the exclusive event!

BWW Q&A: Michael Feinstein on BECAUSE OF YOU: MY TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT at Wolf Trap
by Joshua Wright - Jun 18, 2024


We talk to Michael Feinstein about his upcoming show at Wolf Trap. You’ll get a kick out of the legendary career of the late Tony Bennett when Michael Feinstein and The Carnegie Hall Big Band perform a powerful tribute concert.

Review: BETRAYAL at REC ROOM ARTS through July 6th
by Brett Cullum - Jun 18, 2024


BETRAYAL is everything you want from a REC ROOM production. It is thoughtful, well-acted, and designed especially for a small space. Sophia Watt and her company drive home the conflicts and the feelings of confusion and loss when an affair falls apart messily and mercilessly.

Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - Jun 18, 2024


'We’re extremely fortunate to have Alex Michaels, perhaps best known for their drag persona Alexis Michelle on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and the dashing Tom Story as our Albin and Georges. With a brilliant cast and helmed by Mike Donohue with high-flying choreography from Paul McGill, we think BSC audiences are in for a treat.” I wholeheartedly agree.

Photos: Go Behind the Scenes of the 2024 Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 17, 2024


See photos of backstage moments with Jonathan Groff, Idina Menzel, Alicia Keys, Ariana DeBose, Hillary Clinton, Angelina Jolie, and the casts of Cabaret, Water for Elephants, Merrily We Roll Along, The Outsiders, and more.

Photos: Inside the 2024 Tony Awards Ceremony
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 17, 2024


Last night, the curtain was raised on the 77th Annual Tony Awards! Take a look inside the CBS broadcasts and Pluto TV pre-show below, including photos of the casts of The Outsiders, Suffs, Hell's Kitchen, The Who's Tommy, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, and more.

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