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The 1998 teen comedy Can't Hardly Wait is being adapted into a musical.

Today, June 23, 2024, Broadway says goodbye to two limited-run productions and one open-run production. An Enemy of the People takes its final bow at the Circle in the Square Theatre following 23 previews and 112 regular performances; Patriots will conclude its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 21 previews and 72 regular performances; and The Heart of Rock and Roll concludes at the James Earl Jones Theatre following 24 previews and 72 regular performances.

Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue, which ran at The National Theatre and then in the West End, is hoping to transfer to 'a Shubert theater this spring,' says Baz Bamigboye for Deadline.

West End LIVE, Europe’s biggest free musical theatre festival, returned Saturday, June 22nd, transforming Trafalgar Square into an open-air theatre like no other. Watch highlights from the performances here!

Carson Kressley and Douglas Carter Beane visited the James Earl Jones Theatre to catch one of the final performances of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL. Check out photos here!

Enjoy songs from musicals like: Songs for a New World, Hairspray, Newsies, Falsettos, Anastasia, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Next to Normal, On the Town, Sweeney Todd, The Secret Garden and more.

Today's BroadwayWorld Daily Word Game is now live - can you guess today's word or phrase? The solution can be any theatre related word or phrase - a show title, performer, recognizable lyrical phrase, and more.

Jessica Vosk has released two new singles: a cover of Lady Gaga's 'Paparazzi' and 'The Love Medley,' which includes 'Different Drum,' 'I Don't Know How to Love Him' from Jesus Christ Superstar, and 'Everybody Says Don't' from Anyone Can Whistle. Listen here!

Check out photos from Encore! Performing Arts' production of the iconic musical “Hello, Dolly!” starring Jodi Benson, a Tony Award Nominee and Disney Legend, here!

This time, the reader question was: What is a rock opera, and what is their history on Broadway?

See photos of Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin and more performing Follies in concert at Carnegie Hall!

The Judy Garland Museum in Minnesota has launched a fundraising campaign to acquire one of the pairs of ruby slippers worn by Garland in the The Wizard of Oz

Get a first look at a new trailer for Hamilton on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Listen to Jeremy Jordan sing 'For Her' in The Great Gatsby!

On the official Only Murders in the Building Instagram, a new photo has teased the roles played by Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria in the upcoming season. Take a look at the post here!

Kyle has been on a roller coaster since making his Broadway debut in A Strange Loop! He tells the story of his Broadway journey and what led him to The Wiz! This was an inspiring chat, just in time for Pride, about trusting your gut, living free and fearless, and soaring. Watch the full interview in this video!

Each week, we'll be highlighting the top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! Want to create a FREE Stage Mag for your own show? This week includes productions from Capital Stage, The Coterie Theatre, and Broadwater Mainstage.

Platinum-selling artist Kate Nash has released her anticipated new album 9 Sad Symphonies. Along with the album, she also shares the music video for her new single “Ray.' The video features professional Broadway dancers including Tony nominee Karine Plantadit, SYTYCD winner Gaby Diaz, original Hamilton cast members Thayne Jasperson and Morgan Marcell, among others. Watch it now!

There's nothing like summer in the city! Summer 2024 in New York City will bring with it a handful on new Broadway, off-Broadway, and outdoor productions to take in this June July and August. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide!

We continue with the five Tony-nominated creatives from Hell's Kitchen- Scenic Designer Robert Brill, Projection Designer Peter Nigrini, Lighting Designer Natasha Katz, Sound Designer Gareth Owen, and Costume Designer Dede Ayite.

Get a peek behind the scenes as Tiffany Mann, who stars as Effie Melody White in The Muny's production of Dreamgirls, sings a selection from 'One Night Only.' She is accompanied by Musical Director/Conductor Anne Shuttlesworth. Watch the video here!

The Sundance hit short film F^¢K '€M R!GHT B@¢K, which stars rapper Emmanuel 'DDm' Williams and newly minted Tony Award Winner Kara Young, has been released as a Vimeo Staff Pick. The film can now be streamed for free on Vimeo. ^¢K '€M R!GHT B@¢K premiered in the 2022 Sundance Film Festival where it was named one of IndieWire’s 10 Must-See Short Films. Watch the film!

The original cast recording of MCC Theater’s acclaimed world premiere production of The Connector is available today! Plus, watch Hannah Cruz, Scott Bakula and the cast record 'The Whole World Changed'.

Grammy, Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony-nominated artist, Jeremy Pope, has released his debut EP titled LAST NAME: POPE. The EP consists of six original soulful records, all written and produced by Pope.

Jacqueline McLean, Le Roy Jr. Sr. High School (Rochester, NY) and Paul Fillingim, Ronald Reagan High School (San Antonio, TX) will be bestowed with the Inspiring Teacher Award at the Jimmy Awards!