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Monday, July 24, 2017

Broadway's Laura Benanti Talks Spot-On Melania Trump Impersonations by Caryn Robbins

In a new interview with USA Today, Laura Benanti discusses her recent appearances on CBS's LATE SHOW on which she does a spot-on impersonation of Melania Trump.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM

BWW Interview: COME FROM AWAY's Astrid Van Wieren Talks Broadway at W Debut by Caryn Robbins

Today, Astrid Van Wieren, who portrays Beulah, among other roles in COME FROM AWAY, speaks with BWW about what audiences can look forward to in this intimate evening of performances.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM
Friday, July 21, 2017

BWW Interview: Debut of the Month - BANDSTAND's Joey Pero by Caryn Robbins

After several difficult months of rehab and recovery, talented star Joey Pero finally stepped on the stage of the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on Friday, June 30th to make his Broadway debut. T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:12PM
Friday, July 14, 2017

Run and Tell That! NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE! Garners 7 EMMY Nominations by Caryn Robbins

NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE was the recipient of seven Emmy nominations. Below, check out colorful images from the live broadcast featuring Emmy-nominated set designs, costumes, make-up, hairstyles…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:04PM
Thursday, July 13, 2017

Lin-Manuel Miranda, HAIRSPRAY LIVE Among Nominees for 69th Annual EMMY AWARDS; Updating Live by Caryn Robbins

This morning, Anna Chlumsky and Shemar Moore presented the nominations for the 69TH PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS from the WOLF Theatre at the Television Academy's Saban Media Center.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM
Monday, July 10, 2017

BWW Interview - ALADDIN's Mike Cannon Competes on NBC's 'ULTIMATE TEAM CHALLENGE' Tonight by Caryn Robbins

Mike Cannon, an original company member of Broadway's ALADDIN who also serves as the show's dance captain and fight captain, put together a group of Broadway dancers to participate in NBC's …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM
Monday, July 3, 2017

BWW Interview - Tony Winner Alex Sharp Talks Upcoming Netflix Film TO THE BONE by Caryn Robbins

In an exclusive interview with BWW, Alex Sharp says of this important film, 'When you start a conversation about something that is under-discussed and you use art to convey it, I think that …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

BWW's Guide to 4th of July TV Celebrations - Laura Osnes, Leslie Odom Jr., Heather Headley & More! by Caryn Robbins

With the celebration of America's birthday just around the corner, BWW brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances by BANDSTAND's Laura Osnes…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM
Friday, June 30, 2017

BWW Interview - Debut of the Month: ANASTASIA's Zach Adkins by Caryn Robbins

In ourJune Debut of the Month feature, talented actor Zach Adkins tells us, 'I'm just trying to take it all in stride, take those mental pictures, because you only get one debut and you just…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017

For Your EMMY Consideration: HAIRSPRAY LIVE's Kristin Chenoweth & Jennifer Hudson! by Caryn Robbins

Among the potential EMMY nominees this year may be HAIRSPRAY LIVE standouts Kristin Chenoweth, who took on the role of Thelma Von Tussle in the NBC live broadcast, and Jennifer Hudson, who p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM
Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Photo Flash: First Look - James Corden Stops Traffic for 'Crosswalk the Musical: MARY POPPINS' by Caryn Robbins

Appropriately, the troop put on a production of MARY POPPINS, recruiting the acting talents of Sir Ben Kingsley in the role of Bert. Corden himself donned the iconicnanny costume to take on …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM
Friday, May 26, 2017

BWW Interview - Debut of the Month - CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY's Yesenia Ayala by Caryn Robbins

Today, Yesenia Ayala speaks exclusively to BWW about making her Broadway debut and living out her own 'American Dream.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM
Wednesday, May 24, 2017

BWW Interview - Elena Shaddow Takes Flight in Paper Mill's MARY POPPINS! by Caryn Robbins

Broadway veteran Elena Shaddow takes on the title role in Paper Mill Playhouse's production of the Disney-Cameron Mackintosh musical, MARY POPPINS. Today, Ms. Shaddow speaks exclusively with…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:33PM

UPDATE: Santino Fontana Tapped to Lead Development Reading for New Musical Comedy TOOTSIE Set for This June by Caryn Robbins

BWW has learned that a development reading is planned for the new musical comedy TOOTSIE. Westfield Productions's Scott Sanders and Carol Finemanwill present the invitation-only event on Thu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM
Wednesday, May 10, 2017

BWW Interview - Debut of the Month - MISS SAIGON's Rachelle Ann Go by Caryn Robbins

Today, Rachelle Ann Go speaks to BWW about making her Broadway debut in MISS SAIGON and explains why it was just like living 'the movie in my mind.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM
Friday, May 5, 2017

BWW Interview - Composers Michael Weiner & Alan Zachary Chat ONCE UPON A TIME's Musical Episode by Caryn Robbins

Today, talented composers Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner speak exclusively to BWW and explain how they pulled off an original musical episode of thisbeloved series

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM
Thursday, April 27, 2017

To Be Continued... Examining the History of the Broadway Sequel by Caryn Robbins

'CATS 2 GRIZABELLA'S REVENGE', 'STILL WAITING FOR GODOT THE SEQUEL' Unlike successful films, which often spawn prequels, sequels and beyond, It's not often that you see a 'Part II' attached …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM
Sunday, April 23, 2017

BWW Interview - John Tartaglia Gushes Over Netflix Co-Star Julie Andrews, Talks Broadway Return Hopes & More! by Caryn Robbins

Today, John Tartaglia speaks with BWW about the important new Netflix series JULIE'S GREENROOM, which teaches kids,'thearts don't discriminate.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM
Monday, April 17, 2017

Confirmed! ONCE UPON A TIME Musical Episode to Air This May by Caryn Robbins

ET exclusively confirms reports that a musical episode of ABC's hit drama series ONCE UPON A TIME will air on Sunday, May 7th. In addition, the site reveals that the episode will see the mar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06AM
Friday, April 14, 2017

Tina Fey Reportedly Turns Down Offer to Host 2017 TONY AWARDS by Caryn Robbins

The 2017 TONY AWARDS are just around the corner andtheater fans are anxiously awaiting wordas to who will take on hosting duties for this year's ceremony.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:38PM
Thursday, April 13, 2017

Broadway's OSLO to Be Adapted to Big Screen; Bartlett Sher to Direct by Caryn Robbins

While Lincoln Center's production of OSLO does not officially open until tonight, The Hollywood Reporter reports that Tony Award winning director Bartlett Sher FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, SOUTH PAC…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:48PM
Wednesday, April 12, 2017

BWW Looks At Musical Career of Next KINKY BOOTS' Star Brendon Urie by Caryn Robbins

Theater fans shared their excitement over yesterday's news thatGrammy Award-nominated Panic At the Disco front man Brendon Urie will be making his Broadway debut. Below, BWW takes a look at …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:31AM
Monday, April 10, 2017

Who Should Host the 2017 TONY AWARDS? BWW Shares Our Top 5 Picks by Caryn Robbins

It's the most wonderful time of the year Tony Award season is just around the corner, leading theater fans to speculatewho will serve as host of this year's ceremony, returningto Radio City …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:42PM
Friday, April 7, 2017

BWW Exclusive: Bonus Clip from LA LA LAND DVD + Best Movie Musicals of All Time by Caryn Robbins

Today, BWW shares an exclusive bonusclip from the Academy Award-winning film LA LA LAND, coming to Digital HD on April 11th and 4K, Blu-ray and DVD on April 25th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM
Thursday, April 6, 2017

Exclusive: PBS Assures Viewers FALSETTOS Revival Will Air as Planned by Caryn Robbins

This afternoon, BWW received word from PBS that FALSETTOS will indeed air as planned, as part of the network's 'Live from Lincoln Center' series.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:32PM
Saturday, April 1, 2017

From Screen to Stage - An In-Depth Look at Broadway's Latest Adaptations by Caryn Robbins

Whether they will earn rave reviews from critics and audiences alike remains to be seen, but today BWW takesan in-depth look at this season's screen-to-stage offerings.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:02PM
Wednesday, March 29, 2017

'Over The Rainbow', THE WIZ Among Titles Added to National Recording Registry by Caryn Robbins

Judy Garland's 'Over the Rainbow' Barbra Streisand's 'People' and the original cast album of Broadway's THE WIZ are among the 25 titles which will be preserved by the Library of Congress' Na…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM
Thursday, March 23, 2017

BWW Interview - Debut of the Month - GROUNDHOG DAY's Vishal Vaidya by Caryn Robbins

Today, Vishal Vaidya speaks with BWW about making his Broadway debut alongside a cast and crew who'exhibit thesame spirit of the people of Punxsutawney.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:18AM
Thursday, March 16, 2017

BWW Interview: Diana Ross Talks Upcoming NYC Five Concerts by Caryn Robbins

The legendary Diana Ross will perform a rare five-night engagement - Monday, April 24, Tuesday, April 25 Wednesday, April 26, Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29th at the New York City C…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:02AM
Friday, March 3, 2017

Hugh Jackman & Patrick Stewart to Star in Broadway Musical? Actors Express Mutual Hope by Caryn Robbins

A match made in theater heaven During a Build Series talk this week, former 'X-Men' stars Hugh Jackman and Sir Patrick Stewart shared their mutual dream of working together on the Great Whit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:03AM
Tuesday, February 28, 2017

BWW Interview - Debut of the Month - COME FROM AWAY's Geno Carr by Caryn Robbins

Today, BWW speaks with Geno Carr about making his Broadway debut in a musical which proves that even when horrible things happen, the human spirit will always prevail.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

All that Chat

2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
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
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards