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New York City Celebrates More Than $210 Million In Funding At 80 Cultural Nonprofits Citywide
by A.A. Cristi - August 23, 2024


DCLA has announced over $210 million in new funding for capital projects at 80 cultural nonprofits across New York City, supporting arts and cultural infrastructure.

Photos: Immersive LIFE AND TRUST Hosts 'Broadway Night'
by A.A. Cristi - August 23, 2024


Broadway went downtown to experience Life And Trust: a world of money, sex, and power unfolding in the heart of New York’s Financial District. Life And Trust celebrated a starry Broadway night at Conwell Tower (69 Beaver Street). Check out photos from inside the the event.

MY FAVORITE THINGS: THE RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN 80TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT Begins Streaming Today
by A.A. Cristi - August 23, 2024


The star-studded My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert is now streaming digitally on-demand in the US, UK and Canada. 

Ingrid Michaelson Releases New Album FOR THE DREAMERS
by A.A. Cristi - August 23, 2024


Ingrid Michaelson's latest album, FOR THE DREAMERS, is now available for streaming. The album features a blend of heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies, showcasing Michaelson's signature style.

Video: Douglas Lyons & Biko Eisen-Martin Take a Bite Out of TABLE 17
by Robert Bannon - August 23, 2024


If your ex called and wanted to meet up, would you say yes? This is the questions and saga that is Table 17 now playing at the MCC Theater. We have the writer Douglas Lyons & one of the stars Biko Eisen-Martin here on The Roundtable. Watch in this video!

Up on the Marquee: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA
by Jennifer Broski - August 23, 2024


Following their triumphant production of The Ferryman, Tony-winning Playwright Jez Butterworth and Oscar and Tony-winning Director Sam Mendes reunite for The Hills of California- coming to Broadway this fall. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee at the Broadhurst Theatre here.

Abigail Barlow Releases Acoustic Version of 'Please Me' Single
by Josh Sharpe - August 23, 2024


GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, singer, songwriter, and composer, Abigail Barlow has released an acoustic version of her recent single “Please Me,' the bubbly, bold, and bright pop tune about the fantasy of being a 50s housewife. Listen to both the original single and the new acoustic version here!

Elsie Fest Adds Dara Reneé & Taylor Trensch And Nkeki Obi-Melekwe
by A.A. Cristi - August 23, 2024


The line-up for the Darren Criss founded Elsie Fest continues to expand with DARA RENEÉ (Descendants: The Rise of Red) and from Brooklyn Academy of Music’s (BAM) upcoming production of Safety Not Guaranteed, TAYLOR TRENSCH (Camelot, Hello, Dolly!) and NKEKI OBI-MELEKWE (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical), joining the star-studded lineup for the 7th Annual Elsie Fest taking place on September 8 in NY at The Rooftop at Pier 17.

Video: Donna McKechnie Is Making Good in Her Broadway Return
by Joey Mervis - August 23, 2024


Over 60 years after making her Broadway debut in the original cast of How to Succeed... the great Donna McKechnie is back on the stage this summer playing 'Madame Morrible' in Wicked. Watch this video as Donna reflects on some of her greatest roles of Broadway past, explains why she's crazy about her new gig, and so much more. 

Dan Fogler to Star in World Premiere of THE BOY WHO LOVED BATMAN at Tampa's Straz Center
by Team BWW - August 23, 2024


The Straz Center has unveiled a cast and creative team for its world premiere of The Boy Who Loved Batman in the intimate Jaeb Theater. Find out who is starring and how to get tickets.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 23, 2024
by - August 23, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours. 

Darren Criss Says MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Will Be 'A Spectacle and A Half'
by A.A. Cristi - August 22, 2024


Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Darren Criss will return to the stage alongside Helen J Shen in the Broadway premiere of the new romantic musical comedy Maybe Happy Ending.  Recently, Darren stopped by Z100's Morning Zoo in support of the upcoming Elsie Fest, and took a minute to discuss his latest Broadway venture. Accordin

Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for SMASH On Broadway With Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas and More
by A.A. Cristi - August 22, 2024


Check out Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas, and more in rehearsal for Smash on Broadway in new video from the rehearsal room!

Chatter: Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque & More Star in WORKING GIRL Musical Workshop
by Rialto Chatter - August 22, 2024


BroadwayWorld has just learned that a musical version of Working Girl is getting an industry presentation this week in New York City. Check out who is starring in the workshop here!

Jodi Benson Saw Daughter Delaney Benson 'Nine Times' in Area Stage's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Josh Sharpe - August 22, 2024


In a new interview, Disney Legend Jodi Benson recalled her reaction to seeing her daughter Delaney Benson play the role of Ariel in a recent production of The Little Mermaid at Miami's Area Stage.

ALADDIN to Welcome New Principal Cast Members Beginning Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 22, 2024


Aladdin will welcome Nathan Levy, Marcus M. Martin, Colt Prattes and Michael Schimmele to the principal cast of the Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Up on the Marquee: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Jennifer Broski - August 22, 2024


Maybe Happy Ending is on its way to Broadway! Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, with an opening night set for Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Belasco Theatre. Check out photos of the new theatre marquee here.

Photo/Video: First Look at Amber Iman in HELLO, DOLLY! at Arkansas Rep
by Joshua Wright - August 22, 2024


Get a first look at Arkansas Repertory Theatre's  new concert production of the classic Broadway musical, Hello, Dolly!. The award-winning cast of Broadway veterans performs Jerry Herman's classic score alongside the lush sounds of the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra led by Tony Award-nominee Amber Iman.

Video: The Kid Critics Have Royal Ball at ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Joey Mervis - August 22, 2024


BroadwayWorld continues Kid Critics, a series that gives parents and children alike a kid's perspective on Broadway's hottest shows. Find out what they though of Once Upon a Mattress in this video!

Ashley Park Among Cast in THE BEST MAN'S GHOSTWRITER Audible Show
by Josh Sharpe - August 22, 2024


Audible is set to release a new comedy audio show performed by a full cast including Broadway star Ashley Park, Glen Powell, Nicholas Braun, D’Arcy Carden, Lance Bass, Zach Braff, and more. The show premieres September 12 on Audible.

Photos: Colman Domingo in First Look at Netflix Limited Series THE MADNESS
by Josh Sharpe - August 22, 2024


Netflix has revealed first-look images along with the November 28 premiere date for the upcoming thriller series THE MADNESS starring Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo. The premiere date falls on Thanksgiving in the US.

Patrick Page Will Develop ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Into a Book
by Nicole Rosky - August 22, 2024


Patrick Page has just announced that he will develop his hit one-man show, All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, into a book. We have all of the details!

Billy Porter, Michaela Jaé, & More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' WARRIORS Album
by Josh Sharpe - August 22, 2024


Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis unveil the second group of voices for the star-studded cast of the concept album, WARRIORS. Newly announced are THE HURRICANES featuring Billy Porter as Granger, Michaela Jaé as Yaya and Mykal Kilgore as Élan, and more.

Video: Erin Darke & David Rosenberg Join VLADIMIR Cast; See Inside Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 22, 2024


Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Vladimir. Check out rehearsal footage!

Concord Theatricals Acquires Rights to Paula Vogel's MOTHER PLAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 22, 2024


Paula Vogel’s play MOTHER PLAY has been acquired by Concord Theatricals for licensing. Learn more about MOTHER PLAY!


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