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UK gothic synth-pop artist Wendy Bevan released a new single and video titled SLEEPWALKERS, the third track from her upcoming album ALONE WITH THE UNKNOWN.

Penny Sterling will present HAVE I EVER TOLD YOU ABOUT...? and Chloe Corcoran will present I DON'T GET IT... as part of Rochester Fringe, each sharing autobiographical stories of transition.

HB Studio will open a new Premier Masterclass series with sessions led by Reed Birney and Leigh Silverman, followed by future classes with André Holland and Christine Lahti.

Curve has announced full casting and an extended run for its Christmas musical CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, with Jonny Fines starring as Willy Wonka due to high demand.

The Sidekick Troupe will present an original musical adaptation of the web series PROJECT: LIBRARY in New York, following readings with Spark Theater Festival and co-producer Daisy Theatricals.

Shattered Globe Theatre's new season under Producing Artistic Director Ian Frank will include Midwest premieres of VLADIMIR and THE WATERFALL alongside BRACE BRACE at Theater Wit in Chicago.

Brandon Flowers discussed his new solo album THRASHER, his sister's abusive marriage and an imagined encounter with Elvis Presley in a new interview with Anthony Mason.

Wendy Bevan released the single and video for "Fragile Times," the second track from her upcoming album ALONE WITH THE UNKNOWN, produced by Nick Rhodes of DURAN DURAN.

Indonesia has a long history of theatrical forms that integrate musical elements to the performance. From traditional art forms such as Lenong and Ludruk, to the birth of Komedie Stamboel during the colonial era, up to the modern influence of American musical theater, thespians throughout the nation have always been exploring how music can add another layer to theatrical works. 

Luna Composition Lab announced its 2026-27 season, continuing the Luna Lab@10 anniversary initiative featuring over 90 new commissions for 50 alumni, with premieres by Kronos Quartet, Eighth Blackbird, and more.

BroadwayWorld looks back on the original Broadway cast of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey musical 'Next to Normal.'

J-pop duo YOASOBI has revealed the tracklist for their fourth album, The Book For, which marks the conclusion of the 'The Book' series that has carried on since the group's formation.

Theater Resources Unlimited will host a Community Gathering via Zoom focused on licensing, featuring James Rocco and C. Michael Perry discussing legal rights, royalties, and how producers can navigate the licensing landscape.

The Muny announced the principal cast for MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, with Patti Murin, Colin Donnell, Katerina McCrimmon and others joining previously announced Beth Leavel in the production's return to Forest Park.

Center Theatre Group has added ten new members to its Board of Directors: Stephen Cheung, Nancy Dennis, Sutton Foster, Jennifer Lewis, and more, bringing the number up to 56.

Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!

The Cumberland Theatre Stars of Tomorrow Youth Program will present ROALD DAHL'S WILLY WONKA, a musical adaptation of the beloved book and film, featuring classic and new songs. The show runs from March 5-8, 2026.

Leigh Silverman has been elected President of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation. Silverman joins Ellenore Scott, Sharon Ott, and a slate of distinguished trustees in shaping SDCF’s next era as the organization approaches its 60th anniversary.

Sammi Cannold is moving from stage to screen! Cannold, who is known for directing musical theater, has made her television direction debut with an episode of Grey's Anatomy, titled 'Goodbye Horses.'

Chess is back on Broadway! Previews for Chess begin Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. The production officially opens Sunday, November 16. Meet the cast of Chess below!

BroadwayWorld has just learned the complete cast for the first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS. Find out who will join previously announced Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit, Emmy Award nominee Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher. We have all of the details!

Heathers is currently playing to sold out crowds at New World Stages, the off-Broadway complex on 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues. It’s a New York City return for the teen musical with a relatively short turn-around time since the original off-Broadway premiere of Heathers opened in 2014.

The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

A strange, insistent music is coming back to Broadway. BroadwayWorld has just learned that Lincoln Center Theater will soon present Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Performances begin September 26. Member onsale May 13. Public onsale May 28.