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See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023


Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!

Film at Lincoln Center Announces Jordan Peele Curation
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2022


Widely hailed as one of this century’s great directorial debuts, Jordan Peele’s era-defining Get Out injected new life into horror with its witty subversion of racial politics and elitist social mores. Two years later, his wildly entertaining Us plumbed everything from isolationist fears and late-capitalist power structures to the rich lineage.

Anna-Jane Casey to Join Ian McKellen & John Bishop in the UK and Ireland Tour of MOTHER GOOSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2022


Anna-Jane Casey will be joining the UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE as Cilla The Goose with Mairi Barclay, Becca Francis, Shailan Gohil and Laura Tyrer also confirmed to join the company

Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2022


Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose.

Canton Ballet to Stage SNOW WHITE
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 7, 2022


This spring, experience the enchantment of Canton Ballet’s Snow White at the Canton Palace Theatre — April 24. This original, full-length storybook ballet, choreographed by Canton Ballet’s Choreographer in Residence Angelo Lemmo, is perfect for the whole family and follows the treasured fairy tale of Snow White, her Prince, and the Seven Dwarfs as they embark on an epic adventure to outwit the schemes of the Evil Queen.

THE WIZARD OF OZ Comes to the Tower Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2022


Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide. 

Happy 80th Birthday, Michael Crawford!
by Team BWW - Jan 19, 2022


A big BroadwayWorld birthday wish goes out to Michael Crawford, turns 80 years old. To celebrate, we're sharing an interactive timeline of the star's career - that's featured on his website. Responsible for (amongst other things) inspiring this very web site, created by Robert Diamond in 2003, take a look back through his multi-decade career below!

Donate to the Sick Children's Trust to Win a Call From Stage Legend Michael Crawford
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 7, 2021


The Sick Children's Trust is giving one lucky fan a chance to chat with Michael Crawford!

IDEA Speaker Series Launches at Fulton Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2021


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre in partnership with Greenfield is proud to announce the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Speaker Series. The Series of four events throughout the season kicks off Sunday, October 10, with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Executive Director Tom Viola. Tickets are FREE to the community, but reservations are required.

VIDEO: 'Put On Your Sunday Clothes' From HELLO, DOLLY! Featured in New Google Ad
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2021


Broadway fans may hear a familiar tune when they watch the new Google ad, celebrating six months since NASA's Perseverance Rover has been on Mars.

Movies At The Mural Offers Cinematic Entertainment, Adventure And Enrichment
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2021


Experience movies outdoors at dusk, Friday and Saturdays, July 31-Aug 28, at Mural Amphitheatre at Seattle Center.

VIDEO: Darryl Maximilian Robinson Shares A KING LEAR Speech At LA's Historic Lincoln Heights Library
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2021


It was exactly one year ago at this time that a lone, veteran Shakespearean actor, ventured out into the streets of the Lincoln Heights neighborhood to present a speech from the works of the immortal bard that he believed reflected the times we were living through.

Celebrate Mother's Day With All Of Your Mom-Centric Favorites On HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 6, 2021


From classic movies like, “The Wizard of Oz,” “Dirty Dancing, “Crazy Rich Asians,” “27 Dresses” and “The Notebook” to Max Originals such as “Love Life,” “Selena + Chef, and “The Great Pottery Throwdown,” to beloved HBO series like “Big Little Lies” and “Sex and the City,” there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

BWW Blog: Celebrating Black Playwrights
by Student Blogger: Grace Callahan - Feb 4, 2021


Hopefully this list gives you some new reads, and if not, reminded you of some old favorites.

HBO Max Launches 'Holiday Wonderland' Spotlight Page With Holiday Favorites
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 24, 2020


HBO Max will launch its “Holiday Wonderland” spotlight page TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1, giving viewers a chance to cozy up with a special selection of festive picks for the holiday season.

Celebrate Thanksgiving With HBO Max's Blockbuster Movies And Holiday-Themed TV Episodes
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 18, 2020


If you can’t celebrate Thanksgiving with family this holiday season, spend your time with HBO Max. From Thanksgiving-themed TV episodes to cherished blockbuster hits, there’s plenty of A-list content for you to gobble up this Turkey Day. 

Win a Call From Michael Crawford by Donating to the Sick Children's Trust
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2020


The Sick Children's Trust is giving one lucky fan a chance to chat with Michael Crawford!

BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST MOVIE SCENES of All Time - from CITIZEN KANE to PINK FLAMINGOS, from THE SOUND OF MUSIC to PARASITE
by Peter Nason - May 26, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest scenes in cinema from 1901 to 2020. See if your favorite movie moments made the list!

LOCAL THEATERS LOOK TOWARDS THE FUTURE at Fairfield Center Stage
by Cindy Cardozo - May 18, 2020


Local theater directors stand together to discuss how Covid-19 has affected their companies, how they are coping with the shut-down, and discuss options for future live productions.

The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST ALBUMS of the Rock and Rap Era (1950-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 16, 2020


The Beatles! Rihanna! Michael Jackson! Johnny Cash! Kanye West! The Rolling Stones! Aretha Franklin! Bob Dylan! Miles Davis! Nirvana! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest albums from the rock and rap era (1950-2020); see if your favorites made the grade!

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

DRIVING MISS DAISY, ANYONE CAN WHISTLE and More Announced in Third Avenue Playhouse 2020 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2020


The Third Avenue Playhouse, located in historic downtown Sturgeon Bay, announces its lineup of six plays for the upcoming 2020 season. The plays include an early career work from playwright David Mamet, a 1964 musical by the legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, a multi-award winning classic about the unlikely friendship between an elderly lady and her driver, the story of an unconventional advice columnist, and a farcical take on the making of Gone With The Wind.

Mercury Theater Chicago Announces Cast Of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2020


Mercury Theater Chicago announced today the cast and crew of the spectacular musical comedy PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT, running in the Venus Cabaret Theater from March 20 through June 28.

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