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THE MUSIC MAN Extends Cancellations Through January 5
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2021


Performances of Broadway’s The Music Man are cancelled through January 5, 2022.

What's Coming to Broadway in 2022?
by Team BWW - Jan 2, 2022


2021 has come and gone, which means it's time to get excited for the new shows coming in 2022! This year will bring anticipated revivals of The Music Man and Funny Girl, the return of Beetlejuice, the arrival of new musicals A Strange Loop, Paradise Square, and many more.

Meet the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN; Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021


The Music Man officially begins previews tonight on Broadway! Meet the cast bringing the iconic musical back to the stage!

BWW Exclusive: 'Everybody Rise!' - In Honor of STEPHEN SONDHEIM - The 91 GREATEST SONDHEIM SONGS (One For Each Year That He Lived)
by Peter Nason - Nov 27, 2021


The most important figure in musical theatre history is gone; let's celebrate his life by listening to his incredible works. Reviewer Peter Nason gets you started by listing his choices for the 91 greatest Sondheim songs.

Review Roundup: TROUBLE IN MIND Opens On Broadway Starring Tony-Winner, LaChanze
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has released a first look portrait of the cast of the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, starring Tony & Emmy Award-winner LaChanze and directed by Charles Randolph-Wright.

November Events Announced On Whidbey Island
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2021


Whidbey Island Center for the Arts presents Peggy Guggenheim: Confessions of an Art Addict, The Seattle International Comedy Competition, A Morning with Nancy Pearl: Recommended Reads (Virtual), Cythara III, The State of American Journalism: Robert Merry in Conversation with Norman Pearlstine, Kiss the Ground (Film Screening), Classical Uncorked: Of Rum and Rebellion, and Celebrating the Gifts of Whidbey.

TROUBLE IN MIND Begins Previews on Broadway Tonight; Meet the Cast!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2021


Trouble In Mind officially begins previews tonight, October 29, at Roundabout's American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. Learn more about the cast here!

Austin Pendleton and Katharine Cullison Head Cast Of Five In THE DARK OUTSIDE By Bernard Kops
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2021


In 'The Dark Outside' by Bernard Kops, a birthday celebration for a one-armed East London tailor, who is in a life crisis, brings home his three grown children.

World Premiere Of THE DARK OUTSIDE to be Presented at Theater for the New City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2021


In 'The Dark Outside' by Bernard Kops, a birthday celebration for a one-armed East London tailor, who is in a life crisis, brings home his three grown children.  All are facing traumatic changes.  It falls to his wife--the family matriarch and unfailing strength--to hold the clan together. 

BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY to Open Florida Studio Theatre's 21-22 Winter Mainstage Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2021


Florida Studio Theatre will kick off its 48th Winter Mainstage Series with Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story by Alan Janes, one of the most popular Rock & Roll musicals of all time.

Music Theatre of Connecticut Announces 35th Anniversary MainStage Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2021


Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company has announced their 35th Anniversary MainStage Season.

Way Off Broadway to Present THE PAJAMA GAME This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2021


The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre is preparing for a heartwarming romantic comedy this fall when its production of the Broadway classic The Pajama Game takes to the stage.  Opening Friday, September 10th, the production was rescheduled from earlier this season. 

HAMILTON, DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Announced for FSCJ Artist Series 55th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 16, 2021


This season looks to be very exciting at the FSCJ Artist Series with Broadway productions, concerts, ballets, operas, comedy shows, dance productions, school performances and variety shows.

1993 GYPSY Film, Starring Bette Midler, is Streaming Now
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2021


The cast includes Bette Midler as Mama Rose, alongside Cynthia Gibb, Elisabeth Moss, Peter Riegart, Jennifer Rae Beck, Lacey Chabert, Edward Asner, Linda Hart, Christine Ebersole, Andrew Martin, Tony Shalhoub, and more!

The 5th Avenue Theatre Announces Second Cycle of New Musical Commissions for FIRST DRAFT: RAISE YOUR VOICE
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2021


The 5th Avenue Theatre announced today the five writing teams representing BIPOC writers of all gender identities, women writers, transgender writers, gender non-conforming writers, and non-binary writers that have been selected to receive a First Draft Commission in the second cycle of its new musical development program, First Draft: Raise Your Voice.

Paramount Theatre Announces Upcoming Shows For 2021-22
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2021


These six shows are the first to be performed inside the auditorium since the pandemic forced our temporary closure in March of 2020.  Tickets for this schedule are now on sale at The Paramount Theatre Box Office, by phone at (802) 775-0903 or via The Heritage Family Credit Union Online Box Office.

Delaware Theatre Company Announces its 2021-22 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2021


Subscription renewals and new subscriptions go on sale Monday, July 19. Single tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 7. Learn more about the lineup and how to purchase tickets here!

Cris Franco's Hilarious Play 57 CHEVY to Stream from San Diego REP
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2021


San Diego Repertory Theatre announced today the details of a filmed version of Cris Franco's play 57 Chevy, following the theatre's successful streamed productions of A Weekend with Pablo Picasso and JQA.

Which Broadway Shows Are Back This Fall/Winter?
by Team BWW - May 15, 2021


The sun will come out tomorrow. That's because after over a year of waiting, New York officials have at last spread word that Broadway is indeed back. Which shows will return when? BroadwayWorld has gathered all of the latest news on the return of live theatre. Check back regularly for updates!

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, May 7- Meet the Next On Stage Top 30, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 7, 2021


Today (May 7) in live streaming: Next on Stage is back to introduce the College Top 30, an Anastasia reunion on Stars in the House, and more!

What's On Stage This Summer? Check Out Our Guide To Theatre Across The Country!
by Alan Henry - Apr 24, 2021


We've rounded up some of the top productions on stage this summer! Find something near you to see using our comprehensive guide below!

BWW Exclusive: THE 91 GREATEST STEPHEN SONDHEIM SONGS - In Honor of Mr. Sondheim's Birthday
by Peter Nason - Mar 18, 2021


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 91 greatest Sondheim songs from stage, screen and beyond. See if your favorites made the cut! What's at #1?

Drury Lane Theatre Announces its Reopening Plans for the 2021/2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2021


Drury Lane Theatre has announced its 2021/2022 Season will begin in September 2021. Drury Lane’s 66th Season includes Evita, The King and I, Steel Magnolias, Forever Plaid, and Holiday Inn. Drury Lane Theatre’s season runs September 2021 – July 2022 at 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace.

From Evita to Tina: Broadway Characters Based on Real Women in History
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2021


In honor of Women's History Month, we're taking a look at some iconic real-life women who have been portrayed on stage in musicals!

An Always Up-to-Date Schedule of Musical Film Adaptations!
by Team BWW - Feb 23, 2021


Get the latest news on upcoming film adaptations, the schedule of movie musicals in development or production, and more with our always up-to-date musical film adaptation schedule!

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