Brandy Norwood

THE PIANO LESSON, WICKED & More Receive NAACP Image Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025

NAACP has announced the full list of “56th NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with Wicked and The Piano Lesson nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture and Wicked's Cynthia Erivo nominated for Entertainer of the Year.

Review: CINDERELLA at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
by Brett Cullum - Dec 9, 2023

What I admire most about TUTS is their willingness to cast local Houston talent of all levels, and allowing them to work on a show with musical theater professionals from around the country. They are the soul of Houston theater in many ways, and it is lovely to see them honor that legacy with their holiday show.

Listen to the Best Broadway Christmas Albums of 2023
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2023

Broadway fans can deck the halls this year with a brand-new lineup of holiday albums to keep their days merry and bright. From new albums by Stephanie J. Block and Julie Benko to releases from Cher and Hannah Waddingham, curate your holiday playlist with our list of the best Broadway Christmas music of 2023.

Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2023 - Where to Watch RUSTIN & More
by Michael Major - Nov 5, 2023

StreamingFrom highly-anticipated movies starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald, Adrienne Warren, LaChanze, Denée Benton, and more, to albums from Stephanie J. Block and Leslie Odom Jr., November's new streaming releases will give Broadway fans entertained all month.

Video: Brandy Norwood Stars In Netflix's BEST.CHRISTMAS.EVER! Trailer
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2023

Celebrate the holidays with Netflix’s newest holiday movie starring Heather Graham, Brandy Norwood, Jason Biggs and Matt Cedeño. The film also stars Wyatt Hunt, Abby Villasmil and Madison Skye Validum. Watch the video trailer for the upcoming film now!

Baltimore Center Stage to Celebrate 23/24 Season with Exclusive 50% Off Offer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2023

Baltimore Center Stage is offering an exclusive 50% off offer to celebrate the launch of single tickets for their 23/24 season. Don't miss this limited-time promotion available from August 1-4, 2023.

Feature: Super Summer Theater Opens the Season with The Treasured Classic Cinderella.
by Debbie Hall - Jun 16, 2023

Vegas City Opera waves its magic wand over the world’s most beloved fairytale, Cinderella, for the Super Summer Theater opening season through July 1.

Review: Jayson Kerr INDECISIVELY YOURS Delights Devoted Audience at The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - May 7, 2023

With his return to the stage, Jayson Kerr had the crowd in the palm of his hand.

LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL and More Set For Baltimore Center Stage 2023/2024 Mainstage Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2023

Baltimore Center Stage has announced the complete 2023/24 Season, the final season programmed by Stephanie Ybarra in her tenure as Artistic Director. Memberships for the 23/24 Season go on sale on May 18, 2023, and single ticket sales will go on sale in the summer. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Natalie Joy Johnson to Release 'Gorgine' on Valentine's Day
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2023

“GORGINE” features Artists NATALIE JOY JOHNSON (Lempicka, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde), JOEL WAGGONER (School of Rock, Be More Chill, Advent Carolndar), and MATTHEW RISCH (Saint X, How to Get Away With Murder, Tales of the City) as ‘Lover Boy.’

Review: Musical Theatre West Charms with Lovely New Production of CINDERELLA Musical
by Michael Quintos - Dec 14, 2022

While many of the well-meaning narrative tweaks and modernized additions do seem slightly forced and somewhat at odds with the story's original innocence, for the most part, this revised CINDERELLA is a genuinely entertaining, effectively escapist musical filled with joy and magic. MTW's production continues through December 18 in Long Beach.

Wake Up With BWW 11/22: KPOP Opening Night, A CHRISTMAS CAROL Reviews, and More!
by - Nov 22, 2022

Top stories include opening night coverage from KPOP the Musical, reviews for A Christmas Carol starring Jefferson Mays, and more!

Brandy Will Play Cinderella Again in New DESCENDANTS Installment
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2022

Brandy Norwood will return to the role of Cinderella, which she first played in Disney’s 1997 “Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella,” in a new installment to the Descendants musical franchise on Disney+. She joins Rita Ora, China Anne McClain, Kylie Cantrall, Dara Reneé, and Morgan Dudley, who recently starred in 'Jagged Little Pill' on Broadway.

Review: RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Village Theatre
by Jay Irwin - Nov 19, 2022

“Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella” is an enduring classic for a reason. Sure, it’s family friendly and has a worldwide recognizable name, but in addition to it’s wonderful songs, it’s shown to be amazingly adaptable based on the production.

Tony Award-Winning Producer Debra Martin Chase to Speak at UT Austin Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2022

Tony Award-winning, Emmy nominated and Peabody Award-winning film, television and Broadway producer Debra Martin Chase (Cinderella, The Princess Diaries, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, The Cheetah Girls, The Equalizer TV series and many more) will return to The University of Texas at Austin on Monday, Nov. 14, 2022 to discuss her work producing blockbuster projects featuring women and Black voices for TV and movie audiences.

Jennifer Lopez to Produce Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Limited Series
by Michael Major - May 11, 2022

Jennifer Lopez's Nuyorican Productions is set to partner with Concord Theatricals and Skydance TV for a new limited series based on Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. Rachel Shukert, who recently created the Babysitter's Club on Netflix, will adapt the musical for television. The project is the first in a deal between Lopez, Skydance, and Concord.

Fulton Theatre Opens RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA This Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2021

The Fulton Theatre embarks on the largest production in its history, with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. Over 250 custom and handcrafted costumes, commissioned and created in collaboration with Maine State Music Theatre, will sparkle underneath the stage lights and invite audiences into the magical world of LIVE theatre.

VIDEO: Watch Brandy & Eve Face-Off in New QUEENS Rap Battle
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2021

Starring Eve, Naturi Naughton, Nadine Velazquez and Brandy, 'Queens' follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the '90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. Watch the new performance now!

VIDEO: Brandy Covers 'Wrecking Ball' by Miley Cyrus on ABC Musical Drama QUEENS
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2021

Brandy covered Miley Cyrus' 'Wrecking Ball' on a new episode of ABC's musical drama “Queens”, which follows four women in their 40s who reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had in the ‘90s when they were legends in the hip-hop world. Listen to the full cover and watch a clip from the performance now!

VIDEO: Watch Brandy Sing a New Song in a New Clip from QUEENS on ABC
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2021

Ahead of the series premiere of “Queens,” watch a new clip from the debut episode. In the clip, Naomi (Brandy Norwood) performs the beautiful ballad “Hear Me.” Watch the clip and find out more about the new series now!