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Broadway League Steps Back from Light-Dimming Announcements Following Backlash
Broadway League Steps Back from Light-Dimming Announcements Following Backlash
by Joshua Wright - November 04, 2024


The Broadway League will no longer be involved in announcing the traditional dimming of marquee lights that honors the memories of deceased performers, writers, and other influential figures in the Broadway community.

Exclusive: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks With Questlove in QUEST FOR CRAFT Clip
Exclusive: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks With Questlove in QUEST FOR CRAFT Clip
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip of Lin-Manuel Miranda in a deleted scene from the latest season of Quest for Craft. In the clip, the Hamilton writer recalls the challenges he faced while writing In the Heights. Watch it now!

Video: Avett Brothers Visit the Longacre Theatre and Talk SWEPT AWAY
Video: Avett Brothers Visit the Longacre Theatre and Talk SWEPT AWAY
by Nicole Rosky - November 04, 2024


In this video, watch as Seth and Scott visit the Longacre Theatre and chat all about the much anticipated new show, Swept Away, which is now in previews on Broadway.

Video: Ethan Slater's Boq is Spotlighted in New WICKED Promo
Video: Ethan Slater's Boq is Spotlighted in New WICKED Promo
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Meet Boq! The Munchkin character, played by Ethan Slater in the upcoming Wicked movie, is being properly introduced to viewers in a newly released promo for the film. The video features largely new footage of Boq with other characters. Watch it here!

ANASTASIA to be Presented at Bucks County Playhouse
ANASTASIA to be Presented at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 04, 2024


This holiday season, Bucks County Playhouse will debut an all-new production of 'Anastasia: The Musical' starring Lyda Jade Harlan, Roe Hartrampf and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: First Look at & JULIET in Germany With Willemijn Verkaik & More
Video: First Look at & JULIET in Germany With Willemijn Verkaik & More
by Michael Major - November 04, 2024


Watch a first look at & Juliet in Germany! The production stars Willemijn Verkaik – who appeared on Broadway as Elphaba in Wicked – as Anne Hathaway. Watch videos of 'Roar' and 'Blow' from the production.

The Broadway Cast: SUFFS Stars Anastacia McCleskey, Tsilala Brock & Kim Blanck
The Broadway Cast: SUFFS Stars Anastacia McCleskey, Tsilala Brock & Kim Blanck
by The Broadway Cast - November 04, 2024


In this video, we dive deep into the revolutionary musical Suffs, featuring insights from original cast members Anastacia McCleskey, Tsilala Brock, and Kim Blanck. Join us as we explore the powerful themes, groundbreaking performances, and the incredible journey behind this remarkable show.

Video: Nichelle Lewis Sings 'Your Daddy's Son' in RAGTIME
Video: Nichelle Lewis Sings 'Your Daddy's Son' in RAGTIME
by Nicole Rosky - November 04, 2024


Nichelle Lewis is taking on the iconic role of Sarah in the New York City Center gala production of Ragtime. Watch as she performs 'Your Daddy's Son' in this video.

Jessica Vosk to Perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall
Jessica Vosk to Perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 04, 2024


Jessica Vosk will perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall on December 21 and 22, continuing the annual holiday concert tradition. Enjoy festive music in a renowned setting.

Photos: Lena Hall, Tony Yazbeck, & More at Abingdon Theatre Company's Gala
Photos: Lena Hall, Tony Yazbeck, & More at Abingdon Theatre Company's Gala
by Stephi Wild - November 04, 2024


Abingdon Theatre Company rang in their 32nd season with their annual gala on Monday, October 28th at the Edison Ballroom. Check out photos from the event here!

Listen to the Full Prologue from CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
Listen to the Full Prologue from CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Nicole Rosky - November 04, 2024


Fans of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club know that the party starts early at the August Wilson Theatre. As audiences arrive, approximately 75 minutes before the show starts, the Prologue begins. Listen to the just-released album here.

Video: J. Harrison Ghee Sings Happy at Miscast
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Sings Happy at Miscast
by Nicole Rosky - November 04, 2024


Tony winner J. Harrison Ghee appears in the latest flashback performance from MCC Theater's MISCAST22! Watch as they sing 'Sing Happy' from Flora the Red Menace in this video. 

Video: Nicole Scherzinger Discusses SUNSET BLVD Reactions and Reviews
Video: Nicole Scherzinger Discusses SUNSET BLVD Reactions and Reviews
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Though Nicole Scherzinger doesn't go out of her way to read reviews, she is feeling the love. The Sunset Blvd star is receiving raves for her turn as Norma Desmond in the current Broadway production and shared her thoughts about the reactions on Live with Kelly and Mark. Watch the interview here!

Video: Tilda Swinton & More Star in Trailer for Musical Film THE END
Video: Tilda Swinton & More Star in Trailer for Musical Film THE END
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


NEON has debuted the trailer for The End, the upcoming apocalyptic musical fantasy film directed by Joshua Oppenheimer and starring Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon. Watch the trailer now!

Video: WICKED Movie Cast Attend Australia Film Premiere
Video: WICKED Movie Cast Attend Australia Film Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


The premiere tour for Wicked kicked off this weekend in Sydney, with film stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, and Ethan Slater all taking part in the festivities. Take a look at the footage now!

WICKED Tops Chart as Most Anticipated Theatrical Movie This Holiday Season
WICKED Tops Chart as Most Anticipated Theatrical Movie This Holiday Season
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Fandango has announced the results of its 2024 Most Anticipated Holiday Movies Survey, which includes many new releases heading to theaters in the coming months. In the survey, the new Wicked movie topped the chart as the most anticipated movie to see in theaters this season.

Josh Groban, Brian Stokes Mitchell And More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE: VOTE-A-THON
Josh Groban, Brian Stokes Mitchell And More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE: VOTE-A-THON
by A.A. Cristi - November 04, 2024


Stars in the House has announced Josh Groban, Neil Patrick Harris, Brian Stokes Mitchell and more for the second annual Election Day Vote-A-Thon.

Mandy Patinkin and Janet McTeer to Star in New Limited Series THE ARTIST
Mandy Patinkin and Janet McTeer to Star in New Limited Series THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


The Network has announced that it will begin production of its new limited original series, “The Artist.” The murder mystery series stars Tony-winner Mandy Patinkin, Tony-winner Janet McTeer, and Danny Huston.

Video: Kandi Burruss Shares Why She Joined OTHELLO as a Producer
Video: Kandi Burruss Shares Why She Joined OTHELLO as a Producer
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Following producing duties in The Piano Lesson and The Wiz, multi-hyphenate Kandi Burruss is taking on Shakespeare. Along with her husband Todd Tucker, the performer is lending her producing skills to Broadway's upcoming revival of Othello starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Watch her discuss the project on Live with Kelly and Mark!

Photos: Kristin Chenoweth & F. Murray Abraham Visit MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth & F. Murray Abraham Visit MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Stephi Wild - November 04, 2024


Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham recently attended MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway and met the cast following the performance. Check out photos from backstage here!

Video: Ethan Slater Shares Most Embarrassing SPONGEBOB Moment; Praises WICKED Co-Star
Video: Ethan Slater Shares Most Embarrassing SPONGEBOB Moment; Praises WICKED Co-Stars
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Ethan Slater is looking back at some of his SpongeBob onstage antics. The Tony-nominated performer recently appeared on the Jennifer Hudson Show and shared the most embarrassing moment he remembers from the run of the Broadway show. He also discussed his Wicked co-stars, calling Ariana Grande 'a comedy genius.' Watch the interview now!

Tony-Winner Heather Headley To Perform At The 92nd Street Y
Tony-Winner Heather Headley To Perform At The 92nd Street Y
by A.A. Cristi - November 04, 2024


Heather Headley, the Tony and Grammy Award winning star of Aida, The Color Purple and more, will present an afternoon of song at The 92nd Street Y. Headley will perform an afternoon of music from her musical theater songbook.

Video: THE BOOK OF MORMON Cast Guess Other Productions That Reached 5000 Shows
Video: THE BOOK OF MORMON Cast Guess Other Productions That Reached 5000 Shows
by Michael Major - November 04, 2024


The Book of Mormon celebrates its 5000th performance on Broadway tonight, a rare feat only a handful of Broadway shows have accomplished. To celebrate the milestone performance, the cast of the hit musical have tried to guess the other 11 musicals that have reached 5000 performances. See how many they got correct in a new video!

Ariana Grande Credited with Full Name in WICKED Movie
Ariana Grande Credited with Full Name in WICKED Movie
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Ariana Grande fans will notice something slightly different when reading the credits for the new Wicked movie. According to multiple reports, the pop superstar opted to be credited using her full legal name 'Ariana Grande-Butera' for the two-part film.

Amanda Schull Teases CENTER STAGE Reboot
Amanda Schull Teases CENTER STAGE Reboot
by Josh Sharpe - November 04, 2024


Though it has been years since any new installments in the Center Stage franchise, Amanda Schull isn't ruling out a reboot. At a recent event, the dancer teased that there could be a reboot coming of the fan-favorite movie.


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