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Monday, January 21, 2019

Will Lin-Manuel Miranda Create Disney's First Latina Princess In A Sequel To MOANA? by Alexa Criscitiello

The New York Post reports that'Hamilton' creatorLin-Manuel Mirandahas beenin talks with Disney about co-writing an animated musical that would feature Disney's first Latina heroine.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:32PM

Snowfall Over Sydney! FROZEN To Get Australian Premiere In July 2020 by Alexa Criscitiello

A blizzard is about to hit Australia Disney Theatrical's new Broadway hit musical Frozen will have its premiere Australian season in Sydney July 2020.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:12PM

VIDEO: On This Day, January 21- Remembering Tony Winning Costume Designer Theoni V. Aldredge by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day, we salute the life and art ofTheoni V. Aldredge, the costume designer of the original stage version of 'La Cage aux Folles' and 'Annie' on Broadway who passed away on this day i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM
Friday, January 18, 2019

Video: Vanessa Hudgens Talks RENT LIVE, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, And More On The Talk by Alexa Criscitiello

This afternoon. RENT LIVE star Vanessa Hudgens stopped by The Talk to chatabout her role as Maureen in the upcoming broadcast, and a possible High School Musical cameo Check out Vanessa's vi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42PM

VIDEO: On This Day, January 18= RAGTIME Opens On Broadway Starring Audra McDonald, Marin Mazzie, and Brian Stokes Mitchell by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day in 1998, the original Broadway production starring Audra McDonald, Marin Mazzie, and Brian Stokes Mitchell opened at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM
Thursday, January 17, 2019

MARY POPPINS West End Return To Begin Performances in October; Tickets On Sale 28 January by Alexa Criscitiello

It has been reported that the practically perfectmusical Mary Poppins will return home to the West End's Prince Edward Theatre in fall of 2019.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:29PM

Matthew Broderick To Make West End Debut In Kenneth Lonergan's THE STARRY MESSENGER by Alexa Criscitiello

Tony Award-nominee Matthew Broderick will make his West End stage debut opposite Elizabeth McGovernin Academy Award-winner Kenneth Lonergan 's The Starry Messenger.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24PM

TINA Cast Recording Announced; Adrienne Warren and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith Extend In West End, Now On Sale Through December by Alexa Criscitiello

The Daily Mail reports that Adrienne L. Warrenand Kobna Holdbrook-Smith have extended their run in the hit bio-musical, Tina about the life and legacy of music icon Tina Turner until April 1…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:13PM

Could Broadway Be Headed To THE TWILIGHT ZONE? by Alexa Criscitiello

A stage adaptation of Rod Serling's television horrorsci-fi classic, The Twilight Zone, could be making its way across the pond.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:06PM

National Theatre FOLLIES Cast Recording To Drop Tomorrow by Alexa Criscitiello

According to Baz Bamigboye of The Daily Mail a cast album of the acclaimedNational Theatre production ofStephen Sondheim's FOLLIES will be available for download and streaming oniTunes andSp…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:57PM
Wednesday, January 16, 2019

VIDEO: On This Day, January 16- Carol Channing Opens On Broadway in HELLO, DOLLY! by Alexa Criscitiello

Ms. Channing received a 1964 Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her performance. Throughout her career, Carol Channingplayed the role of Dolly Leviin over 5000 performances…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:24PM
Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Video: FROZEN On Broadway Pays Tribute To The Late Carol Channing by Alexa Criscitiello

Earlier today, BroadwayWorld was saddened to report the passing of the legendaryCarol Channing. Channing died at 1231am on Tuesday, January 15th, 2019, at home in Rancho Mirage, CA of natura…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:32PM

VIDEO: On This Day, January 15- Happy Birthday, Dove Cameron by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day, we're celebrating the birthday of star of stage and screen, Dove Cameron

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:54PM
Monday, January 14, 2019

Video: Sara Bareilles Sounds Off On Audience Filming At WAITRESS by Alexa Criscitiello

WAITRESS star and composer, Sara Bareilles hit social media last night after spotting some illegal recording in the audience during a performance of Waitress. Check out her message to Broadw…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM
Friday, January 11, 2019

VIDEO: On This Day, January 11- Happy Birthday, Alexander Hamilton! by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day, BWW is celebrating the birthday of America's own ten dollar founding father without a father, the inspiration for the smash musical bearing his name, Alexander Hamilton.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:48PM
Thursday, January 10, 2019

VIDEO: On This Day, January 10- Broadway Goes Under the Sea With THE LITTLE MERMAID by Alexa Criscitiello

Based on the animated Disney film and the classic fairy tale byHans Christian Andersen, performances ofTHE LITTLE MERMAIDofficially opened on Broadway on this day in 2008.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:04PM
Monday, January 7, 2019

VIDEO: On This Day, January 7 - Yul Brynner Returns To His Broadway Throne in THE KING AND I by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day in 1985 legendary actorYul Brynnerreturns to Broadway for the final time in a revival ofThe King and Istarring Mary Beth Peilat the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM
Friday, January 4, 2019

Chita Rivera Postpones Feinstein's/54 Below Engagement by Alexa Criscitiello

Feinstein's54 Below announced this evening that a series of performances from Broadway legend Chita Rivera have been postponed due to illness.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42PM

VIDEO: On This Day, January 4- Happy Birthday, Dave Malloy! by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day, we're wishing a happy birthday to Tony Award-nominated composer, Dave Malloy

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM
Thursday, January 3, 2019

VIDEO: On This Day, January 3- Happy Birthday, Telly Leung! by Alexa Criscitiello

Telly Leungis a New York City native who was recently named one of the 'Out 100' by Out Magazine and 'Faces To Watch' by The Los Angeles Times. His Broadway and national touring credits incl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM
Wednesday, January 2, 2019

VIDEO: On This Day, January 2 - Happy Birthday, Beth Malone! by Alexa Criscitiello

Beth Malonewas nominated for a 2015 Tony Award and Grammy for her game-changing role of 'Alison' in Fun Home. She was last seen on Broadway as The Angel in the Tony Award-winning revival of …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM
Friday, December 28, 2018

Sophie Okonedo, Thandie Newton and More Selected For New Year Honours 2019 by Alexa Criscitiello

More than 1,100 people have been recognized in the annual New Year Honours list. Among the manyyear's honorees are some familiar faces of stage and screen.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06PM

VIDEO: On This Day, December 28- Remembering Debbie Reynolds by Alexa Criscitiello

Reynolds' career began unexpectedly in 1948 when she won a beauty contest at the age of 16. Two of the contest judges were scouts fromWarner Brothersand MGM. When they heard Reynolds' show-s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:48PM
Thursday, December 27, 2018

VIDEO: On This Day, December 27- Remembering Carrie Fisher by Alexa Criscitiello

Fisher was a beloved cultural icon, best known for her role as Princess Leia in the original Star Wars trilogy.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM
Wednesday, December 26, 2018

VIDEO: On This Day, December 26: Judy Garland Makes Her Showbiz Debut As 'Baby Frances' by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day in1924at 2 12 years old, Judy Garland,billed as Baby Frances, madeher show business debut

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:32PM
Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Anatomy Of A Showtune: Inside the Horrible, Horrendous Holiday History of 'You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch' by Alexa Criscitiello

He really is a heel. He's as cuddly as a cactus and as charming as an eel. He's a bad banana with a greasy black peel. He's a monster. His heart's an empty hole. His brain is full of spiders…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:49PM

BroadwayWorld Exclusive: Stage Santa 2018! The Perfect Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite Broadway Characters by Alexa Criscitiello

It's Christmas on Broadway and to celebrate we've decided to do some metaphorical gifting to all of our favorite Broadway characters.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM
Sunday, December 23, 2018

A History of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD: How Harper Lee's Tale of Courage and Conviction Achieved Immortality by Alexa Criscitiello

This season, one of literature's most celebrated works, Harper Lee's To KIll A Mockingbird has landed on Broadway in a new adaptation by legendary screenwriter Aaron Sorkin.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM
Friday, December 21, 2018

VIDEO: On This Day, December 21: Happy Birthday, Taylor Louderman! by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day, we're wishing a happy birthday to North Shore High's resident Queen Bee, Taylor Louderman

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:24PM

Ben Whishaw To Play Marilyn Monroe In NORMA JEAN BAKER OF TROY In NYC This Spring by Alexa Criscitiello

The Daily Mail has reported that Ben Whishaw Mary Poppins Returns is preparing to to portray Marilyn Monroe in a new play opening in New York City this spring.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54AM
Thursday, December 20, 2018

Let It Snow! FROZEN West End To Play Theatre Royal Drury Lane In 2020! by Alexa Criscitiello

According to the Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye, the Broadway-bound stage adaptation of Disney's Frozen has negotiated its transfer to London's West End.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24PM

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Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
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Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
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