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Waterparks Release New Music Video for 'Violet!' Photo Waterparks Release New Music Video for 'Violet!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021

With this video, Waterparks' play on the song's lyric 'No I'm not a stalker but I watch you while you're walkin',' featuring a giant eye that appears throughout the video, watching the guys. Viewers surely won't be able to take their eyes off of the 'Violet!' video, either. ...


BWW Interview: Holly Ann Butler of UNCOVERED: TALES OF AN UNDERSTUDY at Feinstein's/5 Photo BWW Interview: Holly Ann Butler of UNCOVERED: TALES OF AN UNDERSTUDY at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Michael Walters - April 28, 2022

Swings and understudies save shows on a regular basis. Holly Ann tells you what it’s like to be a superhero...


Symphony Space to Present Three More JUST KIDDING Livestreamed Shows Photo Symphony Space to Present Three More JUST KIDDING Livestreamed Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 27, 2022

Families everywhere can enjoy three more performances in the acclaimed Just Kidding series, streamed live in high definition direct from NYC's legendary Symphony Space Leonard Nimoy Thalia theatre....


Symphony Space to Present Three More JUST KIDDING Livestreamed Shows Photo Symphony Space to Present Three More JUST KIDDING Livestreamed Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 27, 2022

Families everywhere can enjoy three more performances in the acclaimed Just Kidding series, streamed live in high definition direct from NYC's legendary Symphony Space Leonard Nimoy Thalia theatre....


Theatre In The Park Sets Sail With ANYTHING GOES, Beginning Next Week Photo Theatre In The Park Sets Sail With ANYTHING GOES, Beginning Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - June 22, 2024

Theatre in the Park will present Cole Porter's musical comedy ANYTHING GOES from June 28 to July 6....


Soho Playhouse Announces Return Of DEAR MOM, SORRY FOR BEING A BITCH Photo Soho Playhouse Announces Return Of DEAR MOM, SORRY FOR BEING A BITCH
by Stephi Wild - October 07, 2022

SOHO PLAYHOUSE announced the upcoming engagement of Dear Mom, Sorry for Being a Bitch for its additional run, now on the mainstage. Created by Christine Covode (UCB, Second City), Dear Mom, Sorry for Being a Bitch will begin its 10-performance limited run in-person at Soho Playhouse's (15 Vandam St,...


BWW Blog: The Theatre Kid's Guide To Gift-Giving Photo BWW Blog: The Theatre Kid's Guide To Gift-Giving
by Student Blogger: Maggie Cummins - November 13, 2020

We’re inherently creative people, too, which means one thing is for sure: we will inevitably find  ways to turn anything you buy us into our next prop. Happy spending! ​​​​​​​...


Interview: Meet the Team from ODE TO THE WASP WOMAN Photo Interview: Meet the Team from ODE TO THE WASP WOMAN
by Carissa Chesanek - November 13, 2023

Ode to the Wasp Woman opens November 9, 2023, and runs until January 31, 2024, at the Actors Temple Theater in New York City. We caught up with playwright and director Rider McDowell, stage manager Matthew Palmer, and actors David Wenzel, Jonathan Hartman, Douglas Davis, and Payton Georgiana to disc...


BWW Interview: Broadway's Mia Pinero Talks Debut Album GROWING UP Photo BWW Interview: Broadway's Mia Pinero Talks Debut Album GROWING UP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 14, 2022

From month of reset and reflection comes now Pinero's debut album, Growing Up, to be released tomorrow, March 15. The album is a beautiful musical journey, featuring stripped down interpretations of songs by a range of artists from Stephen Sondheim to Donald Glover and more....


PHOTO: Britney Spears Honors the 20th Anniversary of 'Oops!... I Did It Again' With a Photo PHOTO: Britney Spears Honors the 20th Anniversary of 'Oops!... I Did It Again' With a Flashback Photo
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2020

Britney Spears took to Instagram to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her song 'Oops!...I Did It Again' with a flashback photo!...


JUNGLE BOOK is Coming to Symphony Space in January Photo JUNGLE BOOK is Coming to Symphony Space in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 26, 2019

Symphony Space presents 'Jungle Book' Saturday, January 11th at 11 am and 2 pm. A highlight of the Just Kidding season, this modern multimedia interpretation of Kipling's classic stories features music and shadow puppetry combined with compelling storytelling....


BWW Interview: Catching Up with Brandy's and Don't Tell Mama's Alison Nusbaum Photo BWW Interview: Catching Up with Brandy's and Don't Tell Mama's Alison Nusbaum
by Stephen Mosher - March 22, 2022

This singing actress doing double-duty in different piano bars is always on the lookout for an adventure and Surflight Theater provided her with plenty of it last year... and next month, the adventure continues......


Symphony Space Announces Lineup Of Free Livestreamed 'Just Kidding' Concerts
by Stephi Wild - December 22, 2021

 Symphony Space today reveals a new programming lineup for its celebrated Just Kidding series, geared toward kids ages 3-8 and their families....


Dixon Place to Present One Night Only Developmental Production of SEX V. LOVE Photo Dixon Place to Present One Night Only Developmental Production of SEX V. LOVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 12, 2019

Dixon Place will present a developmental production of SEX V. LOVE: A Musical With Words and Dance Only; Just Kidding; Sadly, A Latino Investigation of Neo-Sex; Can We Ever Forgive The OG White Capitalist Who Invented Porn?; Or, Have You Ever Felt Guilty For Using A Water Cup At Chipotle For Soda?; ...


Celebrating Our Student Bloggers on International Students' Day Photo Celebrating Our Student Bloggers on International Students' Day
by Blair Ingenthron - November 17, 2022

November 17th is International Students' Day and BroadwayWorld is celebrating the work of our student bloggers! Each month, student bloggers share their experiences as theatre students and tips for success at universities all over the world....


BWW Blog: The Theatre Kid's Guide To Gift-Giving Photo BWW Blog: The Theatre Kid's Guide To Gift-Giving
by Student Blogger: Maggie Cummins - November 13, 2020

We’re inherently creative people, too, which means one thing is for sure: we will inevitably find  ways to turn anything you buy us into our next prop. Happy spending! ​​​​​​​...


Interview: Alaska Thunderfuck 5000 Bringing Authenticity to Her New Album, Her DRAG: Photo Interview: Alaska Thunderfuck 5000 Bringing Authenticity to Her New Album, Her DRAG: The Musical & Her Vodka
by Gil Kaan - September 14, 2022

Alaska Thunderfuck 5000's DRAG: The Musical returns to Los Angeles at The Bourbon Room beginning September 23, 2022. Spencer Liff choreographs and directs the cast of Alaska with JuJubee, Jackie Cox, Jan Sport, Joey McIntrye, Nick Adams, Lagoona Bloo, Aria B. Cassadine and Alysha Deslorieux. Alaska ...


Comedian Jo Koy to Bring JUST KIDDING World Tour to the Brown Theatre Photo Comedian Jo Koy to Bring JUST KIDDING World Tour to the Brown Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 04, 2020

Due to overwhelming demand, Comedian Jo Koy will bring his Just Kidding World Tour to the Brown Theatre in Louisville, KY. Pre-sale will begin Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 10:00am, and tickets go on-sale Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:00am. Ticket prices start at $49.75 and will be available to pur...


Hell in a Handbag Productions Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring FRANKENSTREISAND Wor Photo Hell in a Handbag Productions Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring FRANKENSTREISAND World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 15, 2022

Hell in a Handbag Productions has announced its 2022-23 season. The 21st season kicks off with the world premiere of FRANKENSTREISAND, conceived and written by ensemble member Tyler Anthony Smith* and directed by Stephanie Shaw, playing September 29 – October 31, 2022....


Livestreamed Concert With Elena Moon Park & Friends Announced as 'Just Kidding' Seaso Photo Livestreamed Concert With Elena Moon Park & Friends Announced as 'Just Kidding' Season Final Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 02, 2022

The award-winning family artist Elena Moon Park and her band will perform a livestreamed one-hour, all-ages concert from the Leonard Nimoy Thalia theatre in NYC on Saturday, March 12. This is the last show of Symphony Space's legendary Just Kidding season, and one of the Passport to the World series...


Music, Puppetry And Erupting Science: JUST KIDDING Announced At Symphony Space In Feb Photo Music, Puppetry And Erupting Science: JUST KIDDING Announced At Symphony Space In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2020

The Just Kidding family performing arts series offers a cheery midwinter mix of exciting kid-centric shows every Saturday in February. The lineup includes side-splitting science experimentation, physical comedy, a fresh take on a classic puppet fairy tale, a multimedia rock show, and a Grammy-winnin...


BWW Interview: Catching Up With The Men of MAMA'S BOYS (HEART) THE 80'S at Don't Tell Photo BWW Interview: Catching Up With The Men of MAMA'S BOYS (HEART) THE 80'S at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - May 21, 2022

The popular Boy Band of the cabaret scene is back with a fun new show, and they can be found at Mama's on June 3rd. Today, though, they can be found chatting with Broadway World Cabaret....


Award-Winning Puppetry is Coming to Symphony Space In March Photo Award-Winning Puppetry is Coming to Symphony Space In March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 06, 2020

Two acclaimed companies will present family-friendly puppetry shows with music in March: The last month of the 2019-20 Just Kidding family performing arts season presents a lively and exciting roster of kid-centric shows every Saturday. The March lineup includes colorful and humorous puppetry from t...


Student Blog: From Screen to Stage! Photo Student Blog: From Screen to Stage!
by Student Blogger: Jaclyn Hansen - May 25, 2021

Like theatre, film and television have the power to transport viewers into an alternate universe and take them on a beautiful journey, either ending in success, heartbreak, victory, or despair. No matter the genre, the world that exists within the screen is something truly spectacular and mesmerizin...


BWW Previews: DRACULA at First State Ballet Theatre Photo BWW Previews: DRACULA at First State Ballet Theatre
by Greer Firestone - October 07, 2019

First State Ballet Theatre stages a completely original DRACULA at the baby grand October 18 - 20. Choreography is by Viktor Plotnikov, a longtime collaborator of Artistic Director Pasha Kambalov. Their friendship goes back to 1987, when the two were dancers with Donetsk Ballet Company in Ukraine ...






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