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ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Revival Will Release Cast Recording in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

The Broadway cast of New York City Center Encores! revival of Once Upon a Mattress, directed by Lear deBessonet, will go into the studio to record the Cast Album of their production at the end of January.

Photos: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Stars Hit The Pink Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 14, 2024

Once Upon a Mattress celebrated its return to Broadway for the first time in over 25 years, in a new production starring two-time Tony-winner Sutton Foster and Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie.  See photos as the star-studded cast hit the opening night pink carpet below!

Video: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Takes First Bows on Broadway
by Lauren Hilton - Aug 1, 2024

Tthe cast of Once Upon a Mattress, starring Sutton Foster, too their first bow on Broadway last night! Check out a video of the cast and learn more about the production.

Photos: Backstage at ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

BroadwayWorld is giving you an exclusive look backstage at rehearsal for Once Upon a Mattress, which begins previews on Broadway tonight, July 31. Check out the photos here!

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Launches Rush Policy and Weekly 'Princess Test' Events
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

An in-person and digital rush ticket policy has been announced for the Broadway run of Once Upon a Mattress at The Hudson Theatre. Learn more about how to save on tickets and enter here!

Up on the Marquee: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Jennifer Broski - Jul 31, 2024

Once Upon A Mattress is now in Broadway previews at the Hudson Theatre. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee!  

Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!

Photos: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS First Tech Rehearsal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2024

Check out photos from Once Upon a Mattress' first tech rehearsal! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

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!

Photo: Sutton Foster & Daniel Breaker Reunite in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Rehearsals
by Joshua Wright - Jul 18, 2024

Sutton Foster and Daniel Breaker's dream came true when they reunited at the big, bright, beautiful first rehearsal for Once Upon A Mattress on Broadway. The duo previously shared the stage as Princess Fiona and Donkey in the Broadway production of Shrek. 

Kara Lindsay & More Complete the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2024

The complete cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS has been revealed, including Kara Lindsay and more. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

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.

Broadway Sessions to Celebrate 16th Anniversary with Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 15, 2024

Ben Cameron’s Broadway Sessions will celebrate its 16th Anniversary at The Green Room 42 on June 20th, featuring cast members from THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL and more.

THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Wins ACCA Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024

Actors’ Equity Association has revealed that the chorus of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will receive the 2024 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Learn more about the award and the production!

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!

Photos: Gayle King Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024

Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. See photos!

Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 21, 2024

The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants and more were winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. Check out photos from the red carpet!

Video: Ben Gets Bubble Wrapped Up with Choreo from THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
by Ben Cameron - May 10, 2024

In this video, watch as Ben breaks down Lorin Latarro's choreography for Broadway's The Heart of Rock and Roll with the help of dance captains Leah Read and Michael Olaribigbe. Can you keep up?

Photos: Meet the Nominees For the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 7, 2024

A special event was held recently for press to meet the Chita Rivera Awards nominees. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

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!