Mary Poppins Returns 2018

Jack Viertel's new novel mixes some bits of actual theatre productions, people, places, and songs into its fiction. The author read excerpts from the book for a program he hosted and co-produced at 54 Below, with guest singers performing relevant/referenced songs.

The Stage Door Foundation, in collaboration with Sam Davis and Patrick O'Neill, announced the choreographers and dance arrangers for the inaugural TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM, a tuition-free mentorship program.

Marc Shaiman recently celebrated his birthday on October 22. A video was posted on TikTok from the composer's birthday celebrations, featuring Shaiman on piano accompanied by stars Bette Midler, Martin Short, and Billy Crystal. Check out the video here!

SMASH is set to open at Broadway's Imperial Theatre this spring, bringing the acclaimed TV series to the stage. We have all of the new details on what to expect including who's who in the cast, and the show's official dates for Broadway in the Spring of 2025!

Tune in to see Lin-Manuel Miranda on Late Night with Seth Meyers next Wednesday, October 23. The episode is set to air 12:35/11:35c on NBC.

One of the most memorable moments of the second and final season of Smash almost didn't happen, an executive producer has revealed. Watch the video of Megan Hilty's performance of 'Don't Forget Me' and find out why Jack Davenport, Christian Borle, Katherine McPhee, and Bernadette Peters almost couldn't take part in it.

Norwich Theatre has announced Lisa Maxwell as the Evil Aunt in the panto this Christmas, opening at Norwich Theatre Royal on 7 Dec 24 and running until 5 Jan 25.

Get a first look at the new trailer for Smash the Musical.

Emily Blunt, who was recently nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Oppenheimer, may be appearing in the next film from prolific director Steven Spielberg. If cast, Blunt is said to be playing one of two leads. This will be the first time she works with the director.

Olivier Award winner John Dagleish will star as Benjamin Button in THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON at the Ambassadors Theatre from Thursday 10th October 2024.

54 Below will present 54 Sings Prequels, Sequels and Threequels on Tuesday, June 18 at 9:30pm. From Wicked and Love Never Dies to Disney's Mary Poppins Returns, Disenchanted, Mamma Mia 2, and so much more, you'll have a blast returning to characters you know and love!

Marc Shaiman collaborates with Whoopi Goldberg, Martin Short, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Nathan Lane on an exciting new project. Discover the details of this star-studded collaboration.

Liz Callaway posted a video of herself singing 'The Place Where the Lost Things Go' from the movie Mary Poppins Returns. The video features Callaway seated on the stairs in her home, and includes a cameo from her cat, Oliver.

This variety show-style concert will include stories about his work with such superstars as Martin Short, Whoopi Goldberg, Nathan Lane, Bette Midler, Billy Crystal and more!

According to reports, actress Meryl Streep will be receiving the Honorary Palme d’Or award at the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Streep has starred in numerous films throughout her career and has the distinction of being the most nominated person in the acting categories at the Academy Awards. Some of her musical roles include Mamma Mia! and its sequel, Into the Woods, and Mary Poppins Returns.

The design and music teams have been announced for the world premiere of Gatsby, featuring music by Florence Welch and directed by Rachel Chavkin, at American Repertory Theatre. 

Emmy,  Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner Jennifer Hudson will join the producing team of the upcoming stage musical  adaptation of SMASH, which is headed to Broadway in Spring 2025.

Experience the magic of WONKA as it begins streaming exclusively on Max. From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman, producer of “Harry Potter,” “Gravity,” “Barbie” and “Paddington,” the film stars Timothée Chalamet in the title role. Watch the video trailer now!

SMASH is soon heading to Broadway, but first, it's getting a workshop, which was presented in NYC this week. Check out who's who in the presentations!

SMASH is soon heading to Broadway, but first, it will have a six-week workshop featuring an all-star Broadway cast.  Check out the full line-up here!

Tony Award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda gave us an emotional peek into the life of a living Disney legend when he shared his reaction to his son's school performing one of his most iconic anthems.