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Video: Tatianna Córdoba Sings 'Flying Away' from REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES
by Joey Mervis - February 17, 2025


Real Women Have Curves is getting ready for Broadway! Check out a sneak peek video as director and choreographer Sergio Trujillo takes the stage at BroadwayCon to introduce 'Flying Away,' performed by Tatianna Córdoba.

How ENGLISH Is Shining a Spotlight on a New Kind of Middle Eastern Story
by Nicole Rosky - February 17, 2025


​Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English is entering its final weeks on Broadway. The new play, presented by Roundabout Theare Company and directed by Knud Adams, is all about the power of communication and the part language plays in shaping our identity. 

Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda Reprises HAMILTON Role in SNL50 Special
by Michael Major - February 17, 2025


Lin-Manuel Miranda donned his classic Hamilton costume for a musical medley on the SNL50 special. The musical medley featured 'My Shot' from Hamilton, as well as songs from Les Miserables, The Lion King, Little Shop of Horrors, and more. See photos!

Video: Sabrina Carpenter Sings 'Defying Gravity' in SNL50 'Domingo' Sketch
by Michael Major - February 17, 2025


Sabrina Carpenter was featured in a continuation of the 'Domingo' storyline – started by Ariana Grande last year – leading her to perform an off-key rendition of 'Defying Gravity.' Watch the SNL50 video, also with Bad Bunny, Martin Short, and more.

ROMEO + JULIET Recoups on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - February 17, 2025


Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET recouped its $7 million capitalization during its extended, standing-room-only, 20-week limited engagement at  Broadway’s Circle in the Square Theatre.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 17, 2025
by - February 17, 2025


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Mulaney, Nathan Lane & More in SNL50 Musical Sketch
by Joshua Wright - February 16, 2025


On tonight's star-studded lineup for NBC’s highly anticipated 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special,' John Mulaney led another one of his signature musical sketches. The segment featured songs from Les Misérables, Hamilton (with guest Lin-Manuel Miranda), The Lion King (with special guest Nathan Lane), and more.

WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More Win Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Awards
by Nicole Rosky - February 16, 2025


The Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (IATSE Local 706) announced winners of its 12th Annual MUAHS Awards, presented by L’Oréal Groupe and Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty, before a liveaudience at The Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel tonight. The MUAHS Awards recognize excellence in the artistry and creativity of Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists in 23 categories.

Phillip Boykin Takes Over for Patrick Page in West End HADESTOWN Following Injury
by Nicole Rosky - February 16, 2025


Patrick Page has been out of the West End production of Hadestown following an ankle injury. He now writes that while he will participate in the pro-shot capture later this month, Phillip Boykin will assume the role of Hades for the rest of the planned run. 

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Billy Crystal & More Join SNL50 Special
by Nicole Rosky - February 16, 2025


The special will include appearances by Alec Baldwin, Ana Gasteyer, Billy Crystal, Cher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Leslie Jones, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, Rachel Dratch, Rev. Al Sharpton, and more surprises.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- It's Always Risky with Tia Altinay
by Jayke Workman - February 16, 2025


In this episode, five-time Broadway vet Tia Altinay shares about her incredible stage career in New York City and across the country in shows like Hamilton, Aladdin, and Chicago. We dive into what it means to be an artist in the current climate of the musical theater industry, as well as maintaining the stamina to be in a long-running Broadway show.

Deborah Rutter Speaks Out Following Kennedy Center Firing
by Sidney Paterra - February 16, 2025


Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter was fired as a part of Trump's overhaul of the national cultural institution. Soon after, several high-profile figures resigned from their roles within the Kennedy Center, including Board Treasurer Shonda Rhimes, National Symphony Orchestra Artistic Advisor Ben Folds, and Artistic Advisor-at-Large Renée Fleming.

Video: OPERATION MINCEMEAT Takes First Broadway Bows
by Nicole Rosky - February 16, 2025


Just last night, the cast, who all are making their Broadway debuts in the show, took their very first Broadway bows in front of an energized audience at the Golden Theatre. Before the performance began, director Robert Hastie addressed the crowd. Watch in this video!

Video: THE GREAT GATSBY Understudy Alex Prakken Performs 'For Her' At Inside Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2025


The Great Gatsby understudy Alex Prakken stepped into the spotlight this week at Inside Broadway. Check out his showstopping performance of, 'For Her' in new video from inside the event

Video: Lea Salonga Belts Out A GYPSY Classic In New Look At OLD FRIENDS
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 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 is playing now at at Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles. Check out new video of Tony Award-winner Lea Salonga performing, 'Everything's Coming Up Roses,' from Gypsy.

Where the Broadway Shows of Spring 2025 Got Their Start
by Sidney Paterra - February 15, 2025


The Spring 2025 Broadway season is here at last, with many new productions set to arrive before the Tony Awards eligibility cutoff on April 27, 2025. Check out where this spring's shows were developed.

Dramatists Guild 'Outraged' By Canceled Show at the Kennedy Center
by Sidney Paterra - February 15, 2025


Following Trump's massive leadership overhaul at the Kennedy Center, it was announced that a tour of children's musical Finn, which was to be produced by the theatre, has been canceled. The Dramatists Guild of America has now responded to the news.

Playlist: The Greatest Broadway Love Songs
by Sidney Paterra - February 15, 2025


Enjoy songs from musicals like The Bridges of Madison County, Hadestown, Wicked, Carousel, The Sound of Music, The Color Purple, Aida, West Side Story, The Phantom of the Opera, South Pacific, Parade, Follies, Cinderella, Funny Girl, Rent, Falsettos, and so many more!

Video: In Rehearsals with the Cast of GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS
by Nicole Rosky - February 15, 2025


Mamet's back in 2025. The new Broadway production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross directed by Tony & Olivier Award-winner Patrick Marber will begin previews on Monday, March 10 at The Palace Theatre.

Meet the Cast of OPERATION MINCEMEAT, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - February 15, 2025


The acclaimed new musical Operation Mincemeat, which took the West End by storm in 2023, is coming to Broadway, starring the original London cast. Previews begin tonight, February 15, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast here!

Santa Rosa High Students Triumph Over Censorship with Award-Winning Musical
by Sidney Paterra - February 14, 2025


When Santa Rosa High School’s administration canceled their fall play over “unsuitable” content and increased oversight, ArtQuest theater students fought back with satire, co-writing [REDACTED], a now award-winning one-act musical mocking censorship.

Jennifer Damiano Returns To Joe's Pub In March With Debut EP
by A.A. Cristi - February 14, 2025


Tony-nominated actress and singer Jennifer Damiano from Broadway's Spring Awakening, Next to Normal, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, and American Psycho is sharing her new, original music for the first time. The show will take place on Saturday, March 29th, 2025 at 7:00PM.

Review Roundup: Broadway-Bound Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Opens in Los Angeles
by Joshua Wright - February 14, 2025


What did the critics think of Cameron Mackintosh's production of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga at Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles?

Photos: STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Cast Meets the Press
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 14, 2025


On Thursday, February 13th, some of the cast and creative team of the Broadway production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW gathered at the Netflix New York offices to celebrate bringing the play to New York. See photos here!

Videos You Missed This Week: DEAD OUTLAW, PURPOSE and More
by Sidney Paterra - February 14, 2025


It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season has officially begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending February 14, 2025 with videos from Dead Outlaw, Redwood, and more!


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