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CRY IT OUT, A BEAUTIFUL STORY, SEUSSICAL JR. – Check Out This Week's Top Stage Mags
by - May 17, 2024


Each week, we'll be highlighting the top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! Want to create a FREE Stage Mag for your own show? This week includes productions from Capital Stage, Green Venue - Orlando Fringe Festival2024, & Today 4U Productions.

Jared Grimes to Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Jared Grimes will host the Chita Rivera Awards. See who is nominated and learn more about the awards!

Kate Baldwin, Santino Fontana and More to Lead CLASSICS UP CLOSE: BERNSTEIN'S BROADWAY at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Classic Stage Company will present Classics Up Close: Bernstein’s Broadway, a benefit concert directed by Cara Akselrad. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside the 2024 Drama League Awards
by Bruce Glikas - May 17, 2024


Check out photos from the 2024 Drama League Awards.

Jane Lynch Says She 'Should Have Stayed' in FUNNY GIRL With Lea Michele
by Joshua Wright - May 17, 2024


People reports that at a recent event Jane Lynch (who's Broadway credits include Funny Girl and the most recent revival of Annie) shared she regrets not staying in Funny Girl following Beanie Feldstein's departure.

Bartlett Sher Will Direct Upcoming LA LA LAND Musical Workshop
by Joshua Wright - May 17, 2024


Director Bartlett Sher is currently in the UK working on his revival of 'Kiss Me, Kate.' In an interview with WhatsOnStage, Sher shared news about another project – the stage adaptation of the acclaimed film La La Land.

Photos: Get A First Look At HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD School Productions in the USA & UK
by Joshua Wright - May 17, 2024


Get a first look at the first-ever pilot productions of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child School Edition. The productions took place at Hoboken High School in Hoboken, New Jersey, and Riverside School in Barking, UK - each with very diverse resources - showcasing the adaptability and magic of how this global phenomenon can be produced across educational theatre programs of any size.

Jesse Eisenberg, Kathryn Gallagher & More to Star in THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS returns on June 10 with performances by Kathryn Gallagher, Jesse Eisenberg, and more. This thrilling event features new musicals created and performed in just 24 hours.

Video: Matt Gould Performs 'Woman Is' From LEMPICKA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Watch as Matt Gould performs 'Woman Is' from Lempicka! Learn more about Gould and about the show.

Guthrie Theatre Reports $3.8 Million Deficit in 2023
by Joshua Wright - May 17, 2024


The Guthrie Theater has announced a financial loss of $3.8 million for its most recent season, attributing the deficit to increased expenses and the ongoing challenges stemming from the pandemic.

O’Hara & d’Arcy James to Join DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES Cast Album Signing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Kelli O’Hara, Brian d’Arcy James, and composer Adam Guettel will celebrate the CD release of Days of Wine and Rose's original cast album with a signing at New York’s Drama Book Shop.

Who Will Win at the 2024 Drama League Awards? Updating Live!
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2024


The best of Broadway gathers to celebrate the 90th Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld we be bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who takes home the top prizes!

Reviews: GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL World Premiere at Berkeley Rep
by Joshua Wright - May 17, 2024


The world premiere of Galileo: A Rock Musical is now on stage Berkeley Rep now through Sunday, June 23, 2024. 

HELL'S KITCHEN, THE OUTSIDERS & More Nominated for 2024 ACCA Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Actors’ Equity Association has revealed the nominees for this season’s ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus, honoring the chorus performers in a Broadway show. See who is nominated!

OCR of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Available Now on CD & Digital Platforms
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s new musical, on CD and digital platforms worldwide.

Video: West Coast Cast of A STRANGE LOOP Performs 'Today'
by Joshua Wright - May 17, 2024


xGet a first look at the West Coast Premiere production of A Strange Loop's cast performing 'Today' in an all-new video from the San Francisco run before the production arrives at the Ahmanson Theatre June 5, 2024.

Exclusive: Lily Santiago Is in Love with the World of MARY JANE
by Robert Bannon - May 17, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club is on an award show tear this season! Tony nominations galore! One of the nominated shows, Mary Jane, is currently playing on Broadway through June 16. We had the chance to chat with one of the stars, Lily Santiago, about her Broadway debut!

Video: The Cast of SUFFS Performs 'G.A.B.'
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


Suffs, the new Broadway musical now in performances at the Music Box Theatre, has shared its first official onstage clip of the musical number “G.A.B.”, which stands for Great American Bitch. Check out the video here!

Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'He's the Wiz'
by Josh Sharpe - May 17, 2024


As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'He's the Wiz' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Deborah Cox, who is playing Glinda and also serving as a producer, discussed the show. Watch the interview and performance now!

Bernadette Peters Will Perform in Concert at Barrington Stage Company This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


Bernadette Peters will perform in concert at Barrington Stage Company, as part of its 30th Anniversary Celebration this summer. The performance is set for Tuesday, August 27 at 8:00 p.m. on the Boyd-Quinson Stage.

Video: Ben Platt Talks New York Residency at the Palace Theatre and Upcoming New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 17, 2024


On Thursday, Tony-Award-winning actor and singer Ben Platt stopped by Late Night With Seth Meyers to discuss his three-week New York residency and his upcoming album.His residency will be at the recently closed Palace Theatre, running from May 28- June 15. Watch the interview!

SIX THE MUSICAL Reveals Participants For SIX Karaoke Event Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


The participants have been announced for SIX Karaoke as part of the SIXth of the Month Series! Learn more about the event here!

Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'Ease On Down the Road'
by Josh Sharpe - May 17, 2024


As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,'  the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'Ease on Down the Road' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Nichelle Lewis, who is playing Dorothy, discussed The Wiz with TODAY's Hoda Katb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!

Wayne Brady to Depart THE WIZ, Alan Mingo Jr. Will Return to the Title Role
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


Alan Mingo Jr. will return to the title role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway beginning Thursday, June 13, 2024. Five-time Emmy winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will play his final performance in the role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

Broadway Green Alliance Will Host Spring 2024 E-Waste Recycling Drive Next Week
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) is teaming up with 4THBIN for a Spring 2024 E-Waste Recycling Drive in the center of Times Square next week.


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