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Elphaba isn't the only thing that is green in the new Wicked movie. While in production of the film, Director Jon M. Chu made it a priority to 'go green' on set, creating a sustainable and clean working environment whenever possible. Watch a new video to learn more!

You can now get a first look at the cast of Second Stage’s production of Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE. See Zachary Quinto, Shailene Woodley and more, and learn how to purchase tickets!

BroadwayWorld sat down with Colt Prattes to discuss his time working on the new holiday movie The Merry Gentlemen, his own experience as a dance teacher, and the best advice he ever received from a director. 

In partnership with Universal Pictures and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xfinity has shared a fireside chat featuring Cynthia Erivo, star of Wicked and Honorary AKA member. Watch it now.

Last night, Danielle Deadwyler, John David Washington, Denzel Washington, and more attended the Los Angeles premiere of The Piano Lesson. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere here.

On Saturday, November 16th, the cast of the Paramount+ upcoming series “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” took in a performance of Our Town together at the Barrymore Theatre on Broadway. See photos!

Hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, ‘‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular’’ returns with performances by Auliʻi Cravalho, Anika Noni Rose, Elton John, Leslie Odom Jr. and more. Watch a sneak peek now!

The new musical DEATH BECOMES HER, set to open on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, will release an Original Broadway Cast Album in Spring 2025. Learn more about the production and about the cast recording!

Lady Gaga was originally in talks to take on the role of Elphaba in the Wicked film adaptation, which was originally set to be directed by Stephen Daldry. Learn more here!

Get a first look at footage of Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard and more in Death Becomes Her on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Warriors is a concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis based on the Paramount Pictures film The Warriors and the book “The Warriors” by Sol Yurick.

The Big Apple Circus and Broadway Cares hosts its inaugural ‘Pride Night.' This special evening will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the performing arts, with a portion of the proceeds to be donated to Broadway Cares. 

Classic Stage Company presented their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Directed by Daniel Goldstein, CSC’s 2024 Gala was hosted by Tony Award nominee Jenn Collela and Tony Award nominee Michael James Scott.

Swept Away officially opened on Broadway this week. The cast was joined on stage for a special performance by The Avett Brothers during the show's curtain call. Check out the video here!

The Broadway production of the new musical Swept Away, with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers, held its official opening this week. The cast was joined on stage by The Avett Brothers during the show's curtain call. Check out photos here!

Jonathan Groff and Lucy Lawless recently paid a visit to the off-Broadway production of MAMA, I’M A BIG GIRL NOW! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of them backstage with the cast here!

MCC Theater is now presenting Shit. Meet. Fan., written and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara. Check out photos from opening night here!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

The new musical Swept Away hits the high seas of Broadway tonight. The new musical with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Did the new musical sink or sail with critics? Find out below!

It is opening week for the screen adaptation of Wicked and to celebrate the film's leading cast stopped by to take over The Kelly Clarkson show! Watch the video!

While out promoting his eagerly anticipated big screen adaptation of Wicked, film director Jon M. Chu issued an update on the state of the rumored film adaptation of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Wicked reviews are in and critics are raving about the blockbuster movie musical! A new promo is highlighting the abundant praise, with pull quotes commending Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Jonathan Bailey for their performances. Watch the video now!

Enter for the chance to win a copy of CHER: The Memoir, Part One. Written with honesty, intimacy, and her candid humor, Cher tells the story of her early childhood, to meeting Sonny Bono and catapulting to legendary fame.

Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!

The TKTS Philadelphia booth opens Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Independence Visitor Center. We have all of the details about how to get discount theatre tickets at the new location here!