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Video: John Cameron Mitchell Talks OH, MARY!, HEDWIG & More on Bob the Drag Queen's Podcastby Michael Major - Broadway
Oh, Mary! star John Cameron Mitchell sat down with Moulin Rouge! star Bob the Drag Queen to discuss starring in Cole Escola's hit Broadway play. Also shared that Meryl Streep, Patti LuPone, and Maya Rudolph were offered to star in Hedwig.
Christina Applegate Calls Ben Brantley’s NYT Review of Her Tony-Nominated Performance ‘Horribly Brutal’by Michael Gioia - Broadway
Christina Applegate feels that some critics weren’t kind during her star turn as Charity Hope Valentine on Broadway. Though the actress, 54, was Tony-nominated for her performance in the 2005 Broadway revival of Sweet Charity, she said she can’t forget about what then-New York Times chief theater critic Ben Brantley wrote in his May 5 review.
CHESS, MAMMA MIA!, and RAGTIME Lead Nominations for the Inaugural Broadway Ensemble Awardsby Joshua Wright - Broadway
The Broadway Ensemble Awards have announced nominees for their inaugural ceremony recognizing Broadway chorus performers. The awards will be presented April 6, 2026 in New York City.
Maya Rudolph Will Make Broadway Debut in OH, MARY!by Stephi Wild - Broadway
Oh, Maya! Six-time Emmy Award winner Maya Rudolph will make her Broadway debut in Oh, Mary! this spring. Learn more about the new casting and how to get tickets here.
Review Roundup: Tony-Winner Daniel Radcliffe Stars in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadwayby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
The Broadway premiere of Duncan MacMillan’s EVERY BRILLIANT THING, starring Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe opens at Broadway's Hudson Theatre tonight. Read the reviews!
IN THE HEIGHTS to Launch New York City Center's 2026–2027 Seasonby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
New York City Center has revealed the first production of the 2026 – 2027 Season: the Annual Gala Presentation In the Heights directed by David Mendizábal.
A Look Back at the 10 Longest Running Plays on Broadway Historyby Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Broadway
Four of Broadway’s ten longest running musicals are currently on the boards: Chicago, The Lion King, Wicked, and The Book of Mormon. One, The Phantom of the Opera, closed in 2023 after attaining the title of longest running Broadway show of all time. But what about Broadway’s longest running plays?
Lea Michele and Cast of Broadway's CHESS to Perform on THE LATE SHOWby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Lea Michele, along with the Broadway cast and orchestra of Chess, will visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert next week for a musical performance from the hit revival.
Second Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracketby Team BWW - Broadway
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Best Movie Musical!
THE BOOK OF MORMON Creators and Original Stars to Reunite on THE LATE SHOWby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
The Late Show will celebrate the 15th anniversary of The Book of Mormon next week with a special episode featuring writers Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, original stars Andrew Rannells and Josh Gad, and a performance from the Broadway cast.
Andrew Lloyd Webber Wants to Bring Jamie Lloyd's EVITA to Broadway Without Outdoor Balcony Sceneby Stephi Wild - Broadway
Andrew Lloyd Webber recently spoke bout the possibility of a Broadway transfer of the Jamie Lloyd-helmed production of Evita, but without one iconic piece. Learn more here!
Video: Watch OLIVER! Star Shani Wallis Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' at 92by Josh Sharpe - Broadway
After 70 years, Shani Wallis, who starred as Nancy in the 1968 film adaptation of Oliver!, returned to the stage at Blackpool's Winter Gardens for a performance of the musical number 'As Long as He Needs Me' for Britain's Got Talent. Watch as the 92-year-old impresses the judges with the performance.
Kathryn Hahn Confirms 'Mother Gothel' Role in Live-Action TANGLEDby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Mother knows best! Following rumors that Kathryn Hahn may take on the role of Mother Gothel in Disney's live-action remake of Tangled, the star herself has confirmed the news.
Photos: Jon Bernthal, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and More in DOG DAY AFTERNOON on Broadwayby Stephi Wild - Broadway
New production photos of Emmy winners Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in Dog Day Afternoon, opening March 30, 2026 at the August Wilson Theatre.
Video: Nathan Lane Slams 'Stupidity' of Timothée Chalamet’s Opera and Ballet Commentsby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
While on The View in promotion of the new Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman, Nathan Lane spoke about the new production and shared his thoughts about Timothée Chalamet's controversial comments about opera and ballet. Watch his visit now.
THE PITT's Isa Briones Will Join JUST IN TIME on Broadwayby Stephi Wild - Broadway
The Pitt star Isa Briones will join the cast of Just in Time on Broadway as Connie Francis beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Circle in the Square Theatre.
Christian Bale Says He’s Unlikely to Return to Musicalsby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Newsies fans, don't expect to see Christian Bale in another musical anytime soon. During a recent interview in promotion for The Bride!, the actor said that he doesn't see himself appearing in any more musical projects.
Video: Barbra Streisand Sings 'The Way We Were' During Robert Redford Tribute at 2026 Oscarsby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
Barbra Streisand paid tribute to her late co-star Robert Redford at the 98th Academy Awards, where she performed a snippet of 'The Way We Were.' Watch the touching honor now.
Tony Award Winning Stage Veteran Jane Lapotaire Passes Away at 81by Josh Sharpe - Broadway
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen veteran Jane Lapotaire, who won Olivier and Tony Awards for portraying French singer Édith Piaf in the play Piaf, passed away on March 5 at 81 years old.
Reviews/Photos: First Look at Wagner's TRISTAN UND ISOLDE at the Metropolitan Operaby Joshua Wright - Broadway
See photos from the Metropolitan Opera’s new production of Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde, starring Lise Davidsen and Michael Spyres and conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 3/8/26 - HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Takes the Top Spotby - Broadway
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 3/8/2026.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Early Closing: 'We Got So Close'by Josh Sharpe - Broadway
While on Late Night with Seth Meyers to promote the NBC series Stumble, Kristin Chenoweth reflected on the early Broadway closing of The Queen of Versailles and shared her appreciation for her colleagues and co-stars. Watch her appearance now.
Photos: First Look at the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICEby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
In honor of the official opening of the North American tour, producers have released production photos of BEETLEJUICE, the Broadway musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s film.
What Is Death Note? A Complete Guide from Manga to Musicalby Sidney Paterra - Broadway
If you are new to Death Note, there is a lot to catch up on. It has inspired multiple adaptations across television, film, novels, video games, and even stage productions, becoming one of the most influential franchises in contemporary Japanese pop culture. The musical features a score by Tony, Grammy and Emmy nominee Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Jack Murphy and a book by Ivan Menchell. Wildhorn and Murphy's past collaborations include The Civil War, Swing, Wonderland, Carmen, and Count of Monte Cristo. Wildhorn is perhaps best known for Jekyll & Hyde, Bonnie & Clyde, The Scarlet Pimpernall, and Dracula. Wildhorn's work on Death Note led to more manga adaptations, including Fist of the North Star in 2021 and Your Lie In April in 2022. I see Death Note as this total international, breaking the glass ceiling of what manga can be musically, around the world,' Wildhorn recently told BroadwayWorld.
Photos: DOG DAY AFTERNOON First Preview on Broadwayby Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway
Dog Day Afternoon began performances at Broadway’s August Wilson Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. See photos from its first Broadway preview here.
Video: Watch Ana Navarro Make Her Broadway Debut in BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUBby Josh Sharpe - Broadway
The View host Ana Navarro made her Broadway debut in Buena Vista Social Club on March 6 and a new video is now available following Navarro on her Broadway journey, from rehearsals to curtain call. Check it out here.
Video: Michelle Williams Performs ‘Spark of Creation’ From CHILDREN OF EDENby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
Before writing Wicked, Stephen Schwartz composed the musical CHILDREN OF EDEN, and this spring a Chicago staged reading of the work will be available to stream online for one weekend only. Michelle Williams appears in the role of Eve in the concert production. Watch a video of Williams performing the song “Spark of Creation”.
Christina Applegate Reveals ‘I Wanted to Hate Myself Because I Didn’t Feel I Deserved’ a Tony Nominationby Michael Gioia - Broadway
Christina Applegate had mixed feelings about one of the most triumphant moments of her career. In her candid new memoir You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir (out now), the 54-year-old actress looked back on her rocky road to Broadway.
Video: Can You Guess Jenna Bainbridge & Danny Quadrino's 3 Dream Roles?by Nicole Rosky - Broadway
Three dream roles have so far eluded Jenna Bainbridge and Danny Quadrino. The Wicked stars might be plenty busy playing Nessarose and Boq eight times a week at the Gershwin Theatre, but their hearts are set on playing these three characters someday. So cast them already! Watch in this video to find out what they are!
Video: Ayo Edebiri & Don Cheadle Are Getting Ready for Their Broadway Debuts in PROOFby Nicole Rosky - Broadway
The first ever Broadway revival of David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play Proof, is coming to Broadway. Watch in this video as the whole company chats more about what audiences can expect.
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