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Photos: Inside Huey Lewis' Sardi's Caricature Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024

Huey Lewis was placed on the Sardi’s Walls of Broadway fame with his portrait at an unveiling by Max Klimavicius, owner of Sardi’s. See photos!

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Sets Closing Date
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released June 14
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2024

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services.  Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!

Final Days To Vote For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 29, 2024

The latest standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.

Video: Huey Lewis Talks Bringing His Music to Broadway With THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
by Josh Sharpe - May 28, 2024

Huey Lewis joined CBS Mornings last week to discuss his new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll. On the show, he addressed the origins of the musical, and where the idea originally came from. Watch the full interview!

Photos: SUCCESSION's Nicholas Braun Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

See photos of Succession's Nicholas Braun visiting The Heart of Rock and Roll! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.

Photos/Video: First Look at THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024

Get a first look at the new Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, as new photos and video have been released ahead of the show's April 22nd Opening Night.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Concord Theatricals' Catalog Now On Stage Mag
by Alex Freeman - Apr 15, 2024

As news of additional cuts comes from more councils in the UK, in the US, a new piece of legislation looks to support the still struggling live entertainment industry as it emerges into the new normal. As evidence of the need for such action, we’ve got stories about layoffs at a New Jersey NPR station, as well as another urgent fundraising plea.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Hits Broadway After Years of Changes
by Cara Joy David - Apr 15, 2024

In this column, I write about the development of one of this spring’s jukebox musicals, The Heart of Rock and Roll. My old friend, Gordon Greenberg (represented off-Broadway earlier this season with Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors), is directing it, and I recently chatted with him about his decade-long involvement with the show.

Video: Huey Lewis On the History of The Power Of Love
by Lauren Hilton - Apr 12, 2024

The 1985 hit song 'The Power of Love' by #HueyLewis is featured in two musicals currently running on Broadway. Watch as Huey Lewis explains the history and meaning of the chart-topping track.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Launches Digital Lottery and Rush Policies
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024

Ahead of its first preview this Friday, The Heart of Rock and Roll has announced its digital lottery and rush policies. Learn how to get discounted tickets for The Heart of Rock and Roll here!

Photos: The Cast and Creatives of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 5, 2024

The Heart of Rock and Roll is headed to Broadway this month! The show's cast and creative team recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos from the event here!

Video: Watch Corey Cott & More in THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Music Video
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2024

Check out a brand-new music video from the cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway!

Photos: Inside First Rehearsal For THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2024

Rehearsals are now underway for The Heart of Rock and Roll, which is set to begin previews on March 29th, 2024. Check out all new photos from the show's first rehearsal here! 

Photos: Huey Lewis Greets Fans at THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Box Office Opening
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 15, 2024

Huey Lewis was on hand for the opening of the box office for the upcoming new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll. BroadwayWorld was there for the box office opening and appearance. Check out photos here!

Huey Lewis Will Open the Box Office at THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL With Valentine's Day Ticket Discounts
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024

Grammy® Award winner and rock and roll icon, Huey Lewis will appear live in person on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14 at 12:30pm at the James Earl Jones Theatre, as he celebrates the box office opening of The Heart of Rock and Roll.

Corey Cott and McKenzie Kurtz Will Lead THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL; Full Cast Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

The full cast has been revealed for the upcoming Broadway production of The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical inspired by the iconic songs written and performed by Huey Lewis and The News. Find out who is starring in the musical here!

Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 1, 2023

As BroadwayWorld first reported in September, The Heart of Rock and Roll is coming to Broadway! Producers Hunter Arnold, Tyler Mitchell and Kayla Greenspan announced that the new musical inspired by the iconic songs of Huey Lewis and The News, will open on Broadway at The James Earl Jones Theatre.