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OTHELLO Launches Partnerships to Bring 2,000 Students to the Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2025


The new Broadway production of Othello starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal will bring 2,000 students from across New York and New Jersey to the show. Learn more!

Photos: Stephen Schwartz and More at BroadwayHD PIPPIN 50th Anniversary Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2025


BroadwayHD last night hosted an exclusive invite-only event on behalf of their streaming premiere of the Pippin 50th Anniversary Concert. See photos from the event here!

Photos: Robert Zemeckis and Alan Silvestri Attend DEATH BECOMES HER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2025


On Sunday afternoon, Robert Zemeckis and Alan Silvestri attended a performance of Broadway’s DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. See photos here! 

Chita Rivera's New York House Put on the Market
by Michael Major - March 25, 2025


The late Chita Rivera's house in Blauvelt, NY has been put on the market. In a new real estate listing, the property was 'lovingly maintained' by the Tony-winning Broadway legend.

STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Extends for Two More Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2025


Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, has extended for two more weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch Jessica Lee Goldyn Perform 'Music & the Mirror' The York Theatre 2025 Spring Gala
by Michael Major - March 25, 2025


Jessica Lee Goldyn has shared a video of her performance of 'The Music & the Mirror' from A Chorus Line at the York Theatre 2025 Spring Gala. Watch her perform the Michael Bennett-staged musical number below, along with Tony Yazbeck as Zach. 

Carly Rae Jepsen Is Writing A Musical; Ann Harada Shares Look Inside Reading
by Michael Major - March 25, 2025


Carly Rae Jepsen is writing a musical, seemingly confirmed by her former Cinderella co-star Ann Harada. In a new social media post, Harada shared a photo from the reading, revealing that she is in the cast.

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Extends Broadway Run By Two Weeks
by Stephi Wild - March 25, 2025


Following a sold-out first week of previews, John Proctor is the Villain, the new play by Kimberly Belflower and starring Sadie Sink, has been extended for two weeks. Learn more here!

Video: Come to the CABARET with New Stars Eva Noblezada and Orville Peck
by Joey Mervis - March 25, 2025


Country music star Orville Peck and two-time Tony Award nominee and GRAMMY Award winner Eva Noblezada will join the Broadway cast of Cabaret for a limited 16-week run starting on March 31. Watch in this video as they chat more about their new Broadway gig!

MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
by Nicole Rosky - March 25, 2025


Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) just announced that The Heart of Rock and Roll has joined the company’s catalogue of musicals. The Heart of Rock and Roll is a smart, funny, heartfelt throwback to the era of big feelings, classic rom-coms, and music that really “Stuck With You.”

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 25, 2025
by - March 25, 2025


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 25, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review Roundup: WINE IN THE WILDERNESS At Classic Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - March 24, 2025


Classic Stage Company is presenting Wine in the Wilderness by Alice Childress (Trouble in Mind) directed by Tony Award winner LaChanze (Trouble in Mind) in her New York directorial debut. Read the reviews!

Photos: OTHELLO Brings Out Pres. Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez and More on Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - March 24, 2025


The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where Shakespeare's Othello took its first official Broadway bow in the 21st century. Go inside opening night as President Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez, Peter Dinklage, and more turned up on the red carpet!

OTHELLO Set to Offer $49 Tickets Through Student Rush
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


The new Broadway production of William Shakespeare’s Othello starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal is offering student rush. Learn more!

Video: Watch Adam Lambert Perform 'Acid Queen' From THE WHO'S TOMMY at Broadway Backwards
by Michael Major - March 24, 2025


Watch a video of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club star Adam Lambert perform 'Acid Queen' from The Who's Tommy at Broadway Backwards. The event also featured Jordan Fisher, Joy Woods, and more.

Video: Watch Rachel Zegler Sing 'Who I'd Be' From SHREK at MCC MISCAST23
by Michael Major - March 24, 2025


Watch Rachel Zegler sing 'Who I'd Be' from the Shrek the Musical at MCC Theater's MISCAST. The Snow White star performed the song at the 2023 benefit concert. See the video!

Video: Inside OTHELLO's Opening Night with Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Joey Mervis - March 24, 2025


The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where Shakespeare's Othello took its first Broadway bow in the 21st century. The revival is helmed by Kenny Leon and features Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal as the iconic nemeses. Watch as we take you inside the big night with the cast and creative team in this video.

FLOYD COLLINS Delays First Broadway Preview
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


Lincoln Center Theater's FLOYD COLLINS, a musical with book by Tina Landau, music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, additional lyrics by Tina Landau and direction by Tina Landau, has delayed its first preview. Learn more!

Nicole Scherzinger Adds Six More Shows in SUNSET BOULEVARD Run
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


There are six additional opportunities to see Olivier Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond’ in Sunset Boulevard at the St. James Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Experiences Increase in Business Since Congestion Pricing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


Broadway has experienced an increase in business since congestion pricing launched on January 5. Learn more about congestion pricing and its effects on Broadway here.

Photos: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal at OTHELLO Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - March 24, 2025


Othello, starring Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal is now officially open at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. See photos of the opening night bows here!

Photo: Orville Peck Teases CABARET Look With New Preview
by Michael Major - March 24, 2025


Just days before his first performance, Orville Peck has further revealed his identity with a new look at him in Cabaret. New photos show the country singer peeking from behind a curtain, showing his eyes without his iconic mask for the first time.

OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends on Broadway Through February 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


The Broadway engagement of Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical has been extended! The production is directed by Robert Hastie. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward is Coming to Broadway in 2026-2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


A new production of PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward will be presented on Broadway in the 2026-2027 season. Learn more about PRIVATE LIVES and about the upcoming production.

Benson, Muñoz and More Complete the Cast of WONDERFUL TOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 24, 2025


The complete cast has been revealed for Encores! Wonderful Town, starring Aisha Jackson and Anika Noni Rose. See who else is starring in the production, and learn how to purchase tickets.


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