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Jessica Khan

A Midwest native and Louisville-based journalist, Jessica is a long-time believer in the collaborative power of the performing arts. She has worked as a News Desk Editor for BroadwayWorld since 2012 and writes BWW's daily Broadway AM Report. Jessica received a master's degree in arts journalism with a focus in theatre from Syracuse University, and a bachelor's degrees in magazine journalism and international studies from the University of Missouri. She and her husband welcomed their first child - Dariya - in May and are also proud parents to two scruffy pups - Maggie and Hippo.






Will Josh Bergasse Join Jack O'Brien for Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY with New Song?
Will Josh Bergasse Join Jack O'Brien for Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY with New Song?
January 7, 2016

After news that CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY -- currently playing in the West End -- would be gaining Jack O'Brien as its new director on Broadway in spring 2017, The Daily Mail reports that choreographer Josh Bergasse has replaced Peter Darling on the creative team.

What a Glorious Feeling! DANCING WITH THE STARS' Derek Hough to Lead SINGIN' IN THE RAIN on Broadway?
What a Glorious Feeling! DANCING WITH THE STARS' Derek Hough to Lead SINGIN' IN THE RAIN on Broadway?
January 4, 2016

After dazzling in the SINGIN' IN THE RAIN number as part of Harvey Weinstein's NEW YORK SPRING SPECTACULAR at Radio City last year, DANCING WITH THE STARS Emmy winner Derek Hough could soon be dancing through the rain-soaked streets of Broadway.

WAKE UP with BWW 1/8/2016 - Bowie's BLACKSTAR, McDonald & Mitchell at the White House & More!
WAKE UP with BWW 1/8/2016 - Bowie's BLACKSTAR, McDonald & Mitchell at the White House & More!
January 8, 2016

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? This weekend's big news: Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell appear IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE tonight, ALADDIN and THE LION KING appear on this morning's GMA!

WAKE UP with BWW 1/7/2016 - BROADWAY: BEYOND THE GOLDEN AGE & More!
WAKE UP with BWW 1/7/2016 - BROADWAY: BEYOND THE GOLDEN AGE & More!
January 7, 2016

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: BROADWAY: BEYOND THE GOLDEN AGE makes its debut in Palm Springs and more!

WAKE UP with BWW 1/6/2016 - SKELETON CREW, UNDER THE RADAR & More!
WAKE UP with BWW 1/6/2016 - SKELETON CREW, UNDER THE RADAR & More!
January 6, 2016

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: SKELETON CREW begins off-Broadway and The Public's UNDER THE RADAR gets underway!

WAKE UP with BWW 1/5/2016 - Cheyenne Jackson and More!
WAKE UP with BWW 1/5/2016 - Cheyenne Jackson and More!
January 5, 2016

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Cheyenne Jackson appears on TODAY and WATCH WHAT HAPPENS, so stay tuned for clips, plus A CHORUS LINE comes to Riverside Theatre, helmed by Mitzi Hamilton!

WAKE UP with BWW 1/4/2016 - JRB & Shoshana, BROADWAY IS A DRAG & More!
WAKE UP with BWW 1/4/2016 - JRB & Shoshana, BROADWAY IS A DRAG & More!
January 4, 2016

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Jason Robert Brown and Shoshana Bean take the stage in L.A., and BROADWAY IS A DRAG raises funds for BC/EFA at Feinstein's/54 Below!

STAR WARS Surpasses FROZEN's Box Office Record; Josh Gad Gives Props
STAR WARS Surpasses FROZEN's Box Office Record; Josh Gad Gives Props
December 31, 2015

FROZEN star and Broadway alum Josh Gad gave props to STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS on Instagram today after the film surpassed FROZEN's all-time box office record with $1.29 billion globally over the Disney animated musical's impressive $1.28 billion in 2013. Scroll down for Gad's post!

GYPSY's Imelda Staunton, THE AUDIENCE's Peter Morgan Make Queen's 2016 Honours List
GYPSY's Imelda Staunton, THE AUDIENCE's Peter Morgan Make Queen's 2016 Honours List
December 30, 2015

Queen Elizabeth has unveiled her Honours List for 2016, and stage and screen star Imelda Staunton, who just starred in the West End in GYPSY, is among those lauded for their contributions to drama.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Surprises HAMILTON Company with Private STAR WARS Screening
Lin-Manuel Miranda Surprises HAMILTON Company with Private STAR WARS Screening
December 29, 2015

HAMILTON creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda, who wrote and performed the music for the cantina scene in the new STAR WARS film, gave the Broadway musical's cast and crew an amazing New Year's gift today:  a private screening of THE FORCE AWAKENS.

Tonya Pinkins to Exit 'MOTHER COURAGE' Off-Broadway; Classic Stage Hunts for New Lead
Tonya Pinkins to Exit 'MOTHER COURAGE' Off-Broadway; Classic Stage Hunts for New Lead
December 29, 2015

'MOTHER COURAGE' will soon be missing its off-Broadway matriarch. Classic Stage Company's production of Bertolt Brecht's Mother Courage and Her Children began performances on December 9, starring Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins. But now BroadwayWorld has confirmed that Pinkins will be leaving the show on January 5, before its originally slated opening night on January 7. That date will now be postponed as the production's creative team hunts for a replacement.

WAKE UP with BWW 12/31/2015 - Annaleigh Ashford, Nathan Lane and More Ring in the New Year!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/31/2015 - Annaleigh Ashford, Nathan Lane and More Ring in the New Year!
December 31, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? This weekend's big news: It's almost 2016, and Broadway stars are celebrating at 54 Below, with the NY Phil, in Las Vegas and more tonight!

WAKE UP with BWW 12/30/2015 - MOZART IN THE JUNGLE and More!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/30/2015 - MOZART IN THE JUNGLE and More!
December 30, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Broadway stars hit the small screen!

WAKE UP with BWW 12/29/2015 - Kennedy Center Honors and More!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/29/2015 - Kennedy Center Honors and More!
December 29, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: This year's Kennedy Center Honors, celebrating Carole King, Rita Moreno, Cicely Tyson and more, airs tonight on CBS!

WAKE UP with BWW 12/28/2015 - GOTTA DANCE Opens in Chicago!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/28/2015 - GOTTA DANCE Opens in Chicago!
December 28, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: GOTTA DANCE opens in the Windy City and Linda Lavin returns to Broadway!

WAKE UP with BWW 12/22/2015 - Andrew Lippa, 'CURSED CHILD' and More!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/22/2015 - Andrew Lippa, 'CURSED CHILD' and More!
December 22, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s Brian d'Arcy James appeared on TODAY this morning - click here for clips!

WAKE UP with BWW 12/23/2015 - It's a Holly, Jolly Broadway Christmas!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/23/2015 - It's a Holly, Jolly Broadway Christmas!
December 23, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Christmas weekend's big news: MAURICE HINES TAPPIN' THRU LIFE begins tonight at New World Stages, and be sure to check back with us for Broadway's holiday weekend schedule and '12 Days' countdown!

WAKE UP with BWW 12/21/2015 - ADM Tackles Broadway and More!
WAKE UP with BWW 12/21/2015 - ADM Tackles Broadway and More!
December 21, 2015

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: American Dance Machine brings a lineup of Broadway pieces to life tonight!

Claire Skinner and Alison Steadman to Lead UK Premiere of RABBIT HOLE at Hampstead
Claire Skinner and Alison Steadman to Lead UK Premiere of RABBIT HOLE at Hampstead
December 17, 2015

As previously reported, Hampstead Theatre will present the UK premiere of David Lindsay-Abaire's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama RABBIT HOLE, directed by Edward Hall. Now, The Daily Mail writes that a restrained Claire Skinner (as Becca) and Alison Steadman (as Nat, Becca's mother) will star in the production, which begins on January 29, 2016.

CALL THE MIDWIFE's Helen George to Star in West End-Hopeful AFTER MISS JULIE on Tour
CALL THE MIDWIFE's Helen George to Star in West End-Hopeful AFTER MISS JULIE on Tour
December 17, 2015

Helen George, well known as 'Trixie' from BBC's CALL THE MIDWIFE, will star onstage in AFTER MISS JULIE, Patrick Marber's adaptation of August Strindberg's classic.



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