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Wednesday, June 26, 2024

The Vivienne Will Join Cast of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Tour by Andrew Gans

Adam Garcia heads the cast of the U.K. tour of the family-friendly musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Photos: Lea Salonga Returns to London's Drury Lane Theatre by Andrew Gans

The Tony and Olivier winner offered a sold-out concert at the London venue, 35 years after starring in the original production of Miss Saigon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Cast Complete for Muny The Little Mermaid, Starring Savy Jackson, Michael Maliakel, Nicole Parker, Christopher Sieber by Andrew Gans

John Tartaglia will direct the Disney favorite at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Photos: What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas in Broadway Bares: Hit the Strip by Andrew Gans

Kellen Stancil directed the Las Vegas-themed burlesque evening, which raised a record-breaking sum for Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Next to Normal, Starring Caissie Levy, Opens in London's West End June 26 by Andrew Gans

The West End transfer of the Donmar Warehouse production is directed by Michael Longhurst.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Tuesday, June 25, 2024

See Who's Starring in Cellino v. Barnes Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Wesley Taylor and Alex Wyse will direct the dark comedy that follows the breakup of the partnership of injury attorneys Ross Cellino and Steve Barnes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

Photos: Take a Look at U.K. and Ireland Tour of 101 Dalmatians Musical by Andrew Gans

Bill Buckhurst directs the musical penned by Douglas Hodge and Johnny McKnight.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Photos: Get a 1st Look at World Premiere of Burlesque Musical, Opening June 25 by Andrew Gans

Christina Aguilera executive produces the musical, based on her 2010 film, with direction and choreography by Nick Winston.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Frank Wood and Kelley Curran Will Star in The Meeting: The Interpreter Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Brian Mertes will direct Catherine Gropper's new play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Lisa Howard Boards Off-Broadway's Titanìque June 25 as Nathan Lee Graham Returns by Andrew Gans

The hit send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic continues at the Daryl Roth Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Monday, June 24, 2024

Bonnie & Clyde, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Frances Mayli McCann, Streams On Demand Beginning June 24 by Andrew Gans

The Frank Wildhorn musical was filmed live during two concerts at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Sunday, June 23, 2024

Encores! Titanic Concludes City Center Run June 23 by Andrew Gans

Anne Kauffman directs the Tony-winning Maury Yeston-Peter Stone musical with choreography by Danny Mefford.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Friday, June 21, 2024

Victoria Clark, Jordan Donica, Telly Leung, Kelli O’Hara, More Featured on New Recording Parting Gift, Released Digitally June 21 by Andrew Gans

The new 23-track PS Classics recording celebrates the songs of the late Gerald Ginsburg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

Karen Ziemba, Stephanie Pope, Bianca Marroquín, More Will Celebrate The Rink by Andrew Gans

The concert at 54 Below will also pay tribute to the late, original Rink star, Chita Rivera.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

Video: Listen to Tiffany Mann's Thrilling Riffs on 'One Night Only' in Rehearsal for Muny Dreamgirls by Andrew Gans

Robert Clater will direct the Tony-nominated musical at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Prior to Her Tony-Winning Broadway Career, Costume Designer Paloma Young Was a Spy by Andrew Gans

Young is currently represented on Broadway with her designs for & Juliet and The Notebook.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Stephen Schwartz: Defying Gravity—Live in Concert Will Play Malta This Fall by Andrew Gans

A mix of Broadway and Maltese artists will join the Oscar-winning composer-lyricist.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

'Put on Your Sunday Clothes': Jodi Benson Stars in Hello, Dolly! June 21–22 by Andrew Gans

The Tony nominee and Disney favorite is playing Dolly Gallagher Levi in a limited run in Orlando, Florida.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Thursday, June 20, 2024

Recipients of 2024 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management Named by Andrew Gans

Honorees will be celebrated by the Stage Managers' Association in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:12PM

Listen to Jordan Donica Sing 'I Want to Die While You Love Me' From Parting Gift Album by Andrew Gans

The forthcoming 23-track PS Classics recording celebrates the songs of the late Gerald Ginsburg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Giles Terera Will Join Steve Coogan in London Premiere of Stanley Kubrick's Dr. Strangelove by Andrew Gans

Armando Iannucci and Sean Foley penned the theatrical adaptation of Kubrick's legendary film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Heather Headley, Kelli O'Hara, Alex Newell, Darren Criss Will Offer Concerts at 92NY by Andrew Gans

The 2024-2025 Tisch Music Season at the Manhattan venue will also feature tributes to Jonathan Larson, Nina Simone, Kander and Ebb, and more

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Aaron Tveit and Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque Set Return to Broadway's Moulin Rouge! The Musical by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning hit continues at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre and will celebrate its fifth anniversary in July.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Kerry Butler, Michael James Scott, Mauricio Martínez Are Part of Angel of Arkansas Readings by Andrew Gans

Susan Stroman directs the June 20-21 industry presentations of the new musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM
Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Lorna Courtney, John-Michael Lyles, Alex Newell, More Are Part of Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth Concert June 19 by Andrew Gans

The free Times Square concert will also feature a performance by Deborah Cox to honor Juneteenth Legacy Award winner Phylicia Rashad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24AM
Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Video: Watch Highlights From Muny Les Misérables With John Riddle, Jordan Donica, Teal Wicks, More by Andrew Gans

Seth Sklar-Heyn directs the 2024 summer season opener at the outdoor regional theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Carrie St. Louis, Caitlin Houlahan, Soara-Joye Ross, John Riddle Set for Cape Playhouse Waitress by Andrew Gans

The Massachusetts venue has also announced casting for its upcoming production of The 39 Steps.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Lisa Howard and Tommy Bracco to Board Off-Broadway's Titanìque; Nathan Lee Graham Sets Return by Andrew Gans

The hit send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic continues at the Daryl Roth Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Fantasia, Darren Criss, More Will Perform on PBS' A Capitol Fourth Concert by Andrew Gans

Alfonso Ribeiro will again host the annual concert, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Austin Scott Returns to Broadway's & Juliet June 18 by Andrew Gans

The hit jukebox musical continues at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

Kennedy Kanagawa, Rona Figueroa, Darren Lee, More Star in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying June 18 by Andrew Gans

National Asian Artists Project presents the one-night-only performance of the Frank Loesser classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre