Too True to Be Good - 1963 - Broadway Articles Page 1

BroadwayWorld spoke with Frank Wildhorn to discuss his wide-ranging international career and his excitement for Chimney Town the Musical, his success across Asia and Europe, his writing process, and much more. Read the full interview here!

You know it and you love it - even if you didn’t know where it’s from. Harnick and Bock delight once again at the BCP stage.

Brian Wilson, musical genius and founder of the Beach Boys, died today (Wednesday, June 11, 2025), so in honor of him, here is an article of the 40 greatest Beach Boys songs that I wrote for Broadway World two years ago.  Love & Mercy, Brian!

What did our critic think of BROKEN LOVE at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews the program of two contrasting ballets that runs through April 18th at the War Memorial Opera House.

This time, the reader question was: There are only three states in America without known Broadway musicals set within their borders. Can you guess which three? WE're breaking it down state by state.

While many jukebox musicals rely heavily on the audience's pre-existing love for the music, 'Jersey Boys' stands out as an exception. This Tony-winning musical, currently gracing the stage at Desert Theatreworks, transcends its soundtrack.

Get ready to have your socks knocked off and your heart racing with The Barricade Boys! These four dazzling performers are taking the world by storm with their electrifying show that will have you tapping your feet, belting out your favourite tunes, and grinning from ear to ear.

There is musical theatre magic happening on stage now through May 19th at the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden, Florida via ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE, a fan favorite musical tribute to one of the most iconic voices in country music. This latest production is a heartwarming, and toe-tapping look at the life and career of Patsy Cline through the eyes of one of her biggest fans – and takes the audience on an exciting trip back in time filled with beloved songs and a fascinating and highly entertaining story.

The Phoenix Theatre Company's 105th season will offer a mix of musicals, dramas, and world premieres. See the full lineup!

As Purlie Victorious enters its final weekend on Broadway, BroadwayWorld is very excited to share an exclusive essay written by Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee's daughter, Hasna Muhammad, who played a key role in getting this landmark play back on Broadway. 

Save up to 59% on Jersey Boys-now in its final weeks

It's a VERY informed appreciation and a guide that doesn't gush or rush through the details.

The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, will close at the Trafalgar Theatre on 4 January 2024 after three hugely successful years in London’s West End.

Tony Award winning stage and screen actor Glynis Johns is celebrating her 100th birthday. In a new segment on ABC 7 she reflects on her career amidst this important birthday milestone. Watch the video here!

Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations. 

The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, celebrates its 18th birthday after opening on Broadway in 2005. Plus, find out who's joining the cast!

'Good Vibrations'? 'California Girls'? 'I Get Around'? See where your favorite Beach Boys songs land on the list!

A look, an attitude, a sound like no other. Jersey Boys is the international phenomenon that takes you behind the scenes – and behind the music – of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. What started as four guys singing under a streetlamp skyrocketed into one of the best-selling – and most unique – groups of the 1960s.  

Need a great book  to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 23 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.

Black Theatre Troupe's lively and innovative production of RESPECT: THE MUSICAL, directed and choreographed by Patdro Harris, runs through April 9th.

Show of the Week: Save up to 50% on Jersey Boys Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations.

Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations. 

FRIGID New York has announced the performance schedule for their 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe Festival at The Kraine Theater and UNDER St. Marks February 15-March 5, 2023.

FRIGID New York has announced the lineup of performances for their 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe Festival at The Kraine Theater and UNDER St. Marks February 15-March 5, 2023.

Show of the Month: Save up to 50% on JERSEY BOYS. Winner of over 65 international awards, and seen by over 27m people worldwide, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has triumphantly returned to London’s West End, playing to nightly standing ovations.