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Video: Broadway Unites for Concert for America
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 20, 2025

Tune in for the Inauguration Day Concert for America event, which will raise funds for the California Community Foundation, an organization supporting wildfire recovery efforts to aid those most in need. Performers will include Cheyenne Jackson, Kelli O'Hara, Brian Stoke Mitchell, and more. Watch the full video here.

Samantha Williams, Josh Strobl, & More to Star in CITY OF EMBER Industry Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025

Musical 'The City of Ember', by S. Dylan Zwickel and Step Pażernov (based on the novel by Jeanne DuPrau) will receive industry readings on Monday, January 27that Sunlight Studios. Learn more about the new musical.

CONCERT FOR AMERICA Expands to Los Angeles; Rachel Bay Jones, Cheyenne Jackson, & More Join
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2025

The Inauguration Day Concert for America event will now raise funds for the California Community Foundation, an organization supporting wildfire recovery efforts to aid those most in need. Newly joined talent appearances include Wayne Brady, Rachel Bay Jones, Cheyenne Jackson, Ingrid Michaelson, Richard Kind, and more.

Eric Hutchinson Brings New Musical to Holmdel Theatre Co
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024

Holmdel Theatre Company will present a world premiere presentation of a jukebox musical in development by Eric Hutchinson.  Learn more about the production here!

BROADWAY SINGS OLIVIA RODRIGO Announced At The Cutting Room In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024

Broadway talents from shows such as Merrily We Roll Along and both the upcoming Old Friends and Pirates! The Penzance Musical will join the starry lineup for the next brand-new installment of the acclaimed Broadway Sings concert series, celebrating pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 14, 2024
by - Nov 14, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 14, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Jinkx Monsoon, Nicholas Barasch, Preston Truman Boyd, Samantha Williams Join PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced further casting, design team and a brand-new title for its reimagined The Pirates of Penzance. This jazz-infused, New Orleans-style Broadway production, now titled Pirates! The Penzance Musical and we've got all the information about the new production.

Sam Tsui and Casey Breves to Release EIGHT IMMORTALS Song Cycle
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2024

Social media sensations Sam Tsui and Casey Breves have unveiled their latest musical endeavor, a song cycle titled 'Eight Immortals', which draws inspiration from a series of popular Chinese myths. The powerhouse cast features stars from across Broadway with credits from “& Juliet” and “Caroline or Change” to “Miss Saigon”, (as well as Tsui and Breves themselves).

EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL to Play Final Performance at McCarter Theatre Center This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center’s world premiere production of Empire Records will play its final performance this Sunday October 6 at The Berlind Theatre. Learn more about the new musical!

Guest Review: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL at McCarter Theatre-Electrifying
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 22, 2024

On Sunday, September 15, the Berlind Theatre at McCarter Theatre Center saw a packed house for 'Empire Records: The Musical,' an adaptation of the eponymous cult classic film.

Exclusive: EMPIRE RECORDS Is Hitting High Notes at the McCarter
by Joey Mervis - Sep 18, 2024

Empire Records is raising the volume in Princeton, New Jersey! An all-star cast has come together for the debut of the new musical, based on the 1995 film, at the McCarter Theatre Center- just a short train ride from New York City. In this video, watch exclusive highlights from the show and behind the scenes interviews from the cast and creative team. 

Photos: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Starring Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

Friday September 13 marks the opening night of the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical. See photos!

See Santino Fontana, WRITE OUT LOUD & More Next Week At 54
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

54 Below announced next week's lineup featuring performances by Broadway stars, including a tribute to Stephen Sondheim and a night with Tony Award winner Alice Ripley.

EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Begins Performances at McCarter Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

Performances for the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical begin tonight. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2024

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Zoe Sarnak Talks EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024

Composer Zoe Sarnak discusses her score for Empire Records: The Musical in the video here!

Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More to Star in EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Empire Records: The Musical based on the beloved 1990s cult-classic film. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside the Farewell Gathering for TITANIC at Encores!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 29, 2024

Titanic concluded its run as part of New York City Center Encores! on Sunday, June 23rd. The company held a closing celebration, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!

Video: Original TITANIC Cast Member Victoria Clark Misses the Boat At Tonight's Encores! Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024

Watch as Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark, who played Alice Beane in the original Broadway company of Titanic, makes a special appearance on the New York City Center stage below!

Video: More Highlights from Encores! TITANIC
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2024

Titanic has arrived at New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out more video clips of the cast, including 'Barrett's Song,' 'Still,' and 'The Proposal.'