West End Theatres To Dim The Lights For Michael Gambon On Friday Evening

WEST END THEATRES TO DIM LIGHTS IN HONOUR OF MICHAEL GAMBON. The West End will pay tribute to the late Sir Michael Gambon by dimming their lights for 2 minutes at 7pm on Friday, September 29…

‘Some Like It Hot’ announces closing by Broadway News

The most-Tony-nominated new musical took home four awards at the 2023 ceremony.

Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter,' dies at 82 by Andrew Limbong

Gambon was best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the Harry Potter movies. The Irish-born actor got his start on stage and worked under Laurence Olivier.

Melissa Etheridge Opening Night bows & “Come To My Window” by bwaySHO

Melissa Etheridge Opening Night bows & “Come To My Window”

‘Melissa Etheridge: My Window’ Review: A Broadway Memoir, Confession and Concert That’s Worthy of Applause

Before Melissa Etheridge became a stadium rock star, she spent four years playing lesbian bars in and around LA. That atmosphere—a small, rowdy roomful of happy drunken ladies—changed th…

Melissa Etheridge is giving fans a piece of her heart on Broadway by Peter Marks

‘Melissa Etheridge: My Window’ brings the drama in a concert-style solo show built for Broadway

Review Roundup: MELISSA ETHERIDGE- MY WINDOW Opens On Broadway!

Rock icon Melissa Ethridge celebrates opening night of her new one-woman show Melissa Ethridge: My Window tonight! Read the reviews!

‘Melissa Etheridge: My Window’ Review: Musings on Life and Music by Laura Collins-Hughes

On Broadway, this rock concert spliced with memoir has gained a striking intimacy.

Purlie Victorious Limited Edition Official Opening Night Playbill

Free Shipping on all Playbills within the United States via domestic ground. Purlie Victorious opens Wednesday, September 27th 2023, at the Music Box ...

Today on Broadway: Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023 - BroadwayRadio

1) Jasmine Amy Rogers to Play Betty Boop in 'BOOP!' · 2) Caesar Samayoa in 'How to Dance in Ohio'. https://www.playbill.com/article/caesar-samayoa-more ...

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Melissa Etheridge: My Window? by Talaura Harms

The Grammy winner's solo show opened on Broadway September 28.

Melissa Etheridge: My Window Revier by New York Theater

Melissa Etheridge was so young when she started playing the guitar that her fingers bled, but she kept at it, which seems a fitting start for her rocky road to rock star. On her 17th birthda…

Review: Melissa Etheridge Rocks and Reminisces on Broadway by David Cote

In no way does Etheridge reinvent the solo theatrical memoir. But she performs with a natural ease, like your wild aunt telling stories over beers one Thanksgiving.

‘Melissa Etheridge: My Window’ Broadway Review: A Rocker’s Life In Hits, With Some Misses

There’s no question that Melissa Etheridge is an inviting performer, whether she’s beckoning through her window or simply asking us to enjoy some of the great rock singing ever – and, …

Melissa Etheridge–My Window: This Is M.E. by Melissa Rose Bernardo

★★★★☆ The award-winning singer-songwriter brings her confessional bio-musical to Broadway The post Melissa Etheridge–My Window: This Is M.E. appeared first on New York Stage Revi…

Melissa Etheridge–My Window: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Icon Tells All, Sells All by David Finkle

★★★★☆ An onstage musical memoir, co-written with Linda Wallem Etheridge, Amy Tinkham directs The post Melissa Etheridge–My Window: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Icon Tells All, Sells Al…

Metallica Makes History on Record-Breaking M72 World Tour by Michael Eddy

Metal heads around the world are rejoicing as the legendary band, Metallica, is on the road again amidst another record-setting tour. The heavy metal band is currently making history on its …

Some Like It Hot Announces Broadway Closing Date by Talaura Harms

A national tour and West End production are planned for the musical.

Some Like It Hot Sets Sights on the West End in 2025 by Belaid S

Billy Wilder’s cinematic masterpiece, Some Like It Hot, is once again in the spotlight. After capturing hearts on the silver screen,

Christina Aguilera To Produce BURLESQUE Stage Adaptation

The big screen movie musical Burlesque is headed to the stage courtesy of the film's star, pop icon Christina Aguilera. 

Some Like It Hot to Close on Broadway

SOME LIKE IT HOT Announces Broadway Closing Date

The most award-winning musical of the 2022-2023 season, SOME LIKE IT HOT, will play for 13 more weeks through Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Stre…

SHUBERT-PRODUCED ‘SOME LIKE IT HOT’ TO CLOSE by Philip Boroff

The Broadway musical comedy Some Like it Hot will close on Dec. 30, just over a year after the $19.5 million show opened. Producers emailed a closing notice tonight. The lavish adaptation of…

Photos: First Look at Cast Of HERE WE ARE at The Shed

Get a first look at the cast ahead of the first performance of the final Stephen Sondheim musical. Here We Are, the new musical from David Ives and Sondheim, is on stage at The Shed’s Grif…

Melissa Etheridge by bwaySHO

Miranda, Rashad join theaters asking Congress for $2.5 billion in aid by Peter Marks

In the midst of a financial crisis for theater, the Professional Non-Profit Theater Coalition holds a briefing on Capitol Hill.

‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ announces extension and talkback series by Ruthie Fierberg

The Manhattan Theatre Club production will play for an extra week.

Emily Ann Roberts Shines at Bijou Theatre with Bandit Lites by Michael Eddy

Bandit Lites is immensely proud to light up American country singer Emily Ann Roberts at her album release concert at her hometown Knoxville’s Bijou Theatre. Before she even graduated from…

Andy Karl, Orfeh, Javier Muñoz & More to Join Primary Stages 39th Anniversary Gala

Get all the details about the upcoming Primary Stages 39th Anniversary Gala, where Kate Hamill and Beth Blickers will be honored. Find out when and where this star-studded event will take pl…

Will Swenson to depart ‘A Beautiful Noise’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor plays an early-career version of Neil Diamond in the new musical.

Thomas Schumacher to shift role at Disney Theatrical Group; announces successors by Ruthie Fierberg

As Schumacher transitions to a solely creative role, Andrew Flatt and Anne Quart will spearhead operations.

The Sitzprobe | The Wiz by Broadwaysf

A brand new day, at last! 🎶 Watch the cast of THE WIZ perform with the orchestra for the first time. THE WIZ is coming to the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco from January 16–Febru…

Patrick Page's ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Begins Performances Tomorrow

The unofficial commencement of “spooky season” takes place this Friday, September 29, when Tony Award Nominee and Grammy Award Winner Patrick Page returns to the New York stage in All Th…

Purlie Victorious – Still Fresh, Smart and Funny by Jk Clarke

By Ron Fassler . . .  Before getting to the question of how a sixty-two-year-old comedy like Ossie Davis’s Purlie Victorious can remain current in its social concerns without changing a l…

Photos: First Look at Betty Who, Solea Pfeiffer and Phillip Boykin in HADESTOWN

Earlier this month, Hadestown welcomed new stars! Betty Who, Phillip Boykin and Solea Pfeiffer joined the cast as Persephone, Hades and Eurydice respectively. Check out photos of the cast …

Will Swenson Sets Final Performance Date for A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical by Talaura Harms

The actor originated the role of Neil Diamond on Broadway and in the June 2022 world premiere production in Boston.

CLOSE UP Menier, SE1 by Libby Purves and Friends

  THE TWIG WHO BRANCHED OUT      We get up to speed on the period,  with irresistible tracks from the golden age of pop: Beatles, Stones, Animals.   Onstage is a photographer’s white…

Will Swenson to Depart A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical by Paul Art Smith For Broadway Direct

You have just a few weeks left to catch A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical‘s original star. Will Swenson will play his final performance as ‘Neil Diamond – Then’ on October …

Will Swenson Sets Final Performance as Neil Diamond on Broadway

Reciprocities: Making and Supporting Dance between France and the United States

By . Villa Albertine presents the professional symposium Reciprocities: Making and Supporting Dance between France and the United States livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer prod…

Will Swenson Sets Final Date As Neil Diamond In Broadway’s ‘A Beautiful Noise’

Will Swenson will play his final performance as Neil Diamond in Broadway’s A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical on Sunday, Oct. 29, producers announced today. A replacement for the …

Will Swenson to Play Final Performance in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL in October

Will Swenson will play his final performance as ‘Neil Diamond – Then’ in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical, at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) on Sunday, Octobe…

Melissa Etheridge Opening Night on Broadway by bwaySHO

Melissa Etheridge Opening Night on Broadway

Theater Review: “Lunar Eclipse” — Stepping into the Light by Bill Marx

Dramatist Donald Margulies seems to be putting his hand on the heart of the heartland -- as well as taking the pulse of a pair of aging boomers.

Eden Espinosa back on Broadway by bwaySHO

Kate Hamill to Be Honored at Primary Stages' 39th Anniversary Gala by Margaret Hall

The evening will feature performances by Judy Gold, Andy Karl, Orfeh, Javier Muñoz, and more.

Waterwell to Present World Premiere of Lameece Issaq's A Good Day to Me Not to You by Meg Masseron

Issaq will star in her solo show about purpose, fulfillment, and motherhood.

On the Red Carpet: Leslie Odom, Jr Sums Up Purlie Victorious With 'It's As Good As It Gets' by Julia Chambers

The revival of the Ossie Davis play opened on Broadway September 27. Hannah Waddingham, Samuel L. Jackson, and more were in attendance.

Alfred Molina & John Douglas Thompson To Lead Pasadena Playhouse's INHERIT THE WIND

Pasadena Playhouse announces the cast for the upcoming production of INHERIT THE WIND. Get all the details on this fresh take on a classic play.

Interview: Reneé Rapp Wants to EGOT

Like any true theater kid, Reneé Rapp is desperate for people to like her work. BroadwayWorld sat down with Rapp a week after her headline tour launched to discuss her whirlwind year, how M…

The Gardens of Anuncia opening number by bwaySHO

Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, and More Perform the Songs of "Harmony" by Playbill

The cast of "Harmony" made some beautiful music September 27, as they gave a sneak peak of the show. Watch the video above as the cast sing five songs from the new musical: "Harmony," "Every…

Chris Perfetti, Alfred Molina, John Douglas Thompson, More Will Star in Pasadena Inherit the Wind by Andrew Gans

Michael Michetti will direct the production, which will feature onstage seating.

Why Seattle Shakespeare taking over Book-It scene shop is important to Seattle theater by Gemma Wilson

The 6,000-square-foot scene shop in South Park is a rare resource in increasingly expensive Seattle.

Alfred Molina, John Douglas Thompson Lead Inherit the Wind at Pasadena Playhouse

Talkin' Broadway Off-Broadway - "Golden Rainbow" - 9/28/23 by Marc Miller

Winners! Losers! Sinners! Boozers! So goes a line in "24 Hours a Day," the opening number of Golden Rainbow, the 1968 musical being given a rare airing at York Theatre Company's Musicals in …

Nathan Lane, Douglas Sills, Kevin Chamberlin, and More Star in MasterVoices Presentation of The Frogs

Lantern Festival at American Dream

Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Elyse Trevers

The name Dracula always evokes iconic images of the fang-baring scary creature dressed in black. Think Bela Lugosi. Or the Count. Or even the incredibly sensual heartthrob portrayal by Frank…

Onstage, Michael Gambon’s Depth Transcended the Unspoken by Ben Brantley

The actor conveyed the gravitational force of mortality, tugging the men he played so commandingly toward a void beyond meaning, our critic writes.

American Dream

Major Attaway Joins Lisa Dawn Miller at 54 Below by Sandi Durell

Lisa Dawn Miller (lisadawnmiller.com) who manages the legacy song catalogue of her father, legendary songwriter, Ron Miller (1932-2007) (ronmillersongbook.com), hosts and performs in “F…

Video: Watch Eva Noblezada and Jeremy Jordan Perform the Songs of The Great Gatsby by Playbill Staff

The show's Daisy and Jay Gatsby gave us a teaser of what the songs sound like in this new musical adaptation at Paper Mill Playhouse.

Building A Show | SIX | Episode 19. First Performance by Mirvish Productions

The first night of performances in Toronto is upon us. But it’s not just the cast and crew of SIX that have to step up. The front of house staff are the first faces you’ll see when enter…

Video: Watch BACK TO THE FUTURE Perform 'It Works' on THE VIEW

Roger Bart, Casey Likes, and the cast of Back to the Future: the Musical appeared on The View this morning to perform 'It Works.' Before the performance, the pair sat down with The View host…

From Butterfly back to Boulder: BETC morphs again by Alex Miller

Butterfly Effect Theatre Company changes back to Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company The post From Butterfly back to Boulder: BETC morphs again appeared first on OnStage Colorado.

Video: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Cast Shares Why the Shows Message is Resonating So Loudly with Audiences

Before closing out the episode with a fun game of  “Victoria Clark Trivia”, the cast shares a compelling variety of survival jobs including Hardy being a server at seafood joint that se…

People You Should Know . . . Joe John Battista by Zack Calhoon

Joe John Battista is the former Artistic Director of the historic 13th Street Repertory Theater. He has been involved in a number of plays and musicals, including Women Behind Bars starring …

Video: Watch Betty Who and Cast of Broadway's Hadestown Perform 'Living It Up on Top' on Today by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

Nathan Lane, Jordan Donica, More Join MasterVoices Concert of Sondheim's The Frogs by Logan Culwell-Block

The seldom-produced musical will get three performances at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Donna Murphy, Victoria Clark Join Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Anniversary Gala by Logan Culwell-Block

V and Mary Beth Peil will be honored at the event, set for NYC's Edison Ballroom in October.

World Premiere Gavin Creel Musical Walking On Through Extends by Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical, inspired by the Tony winner's time wandering the collections at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, begins performances Off-Broadway November 13.

The Cast of Love's Labour's Lost Play "Two Truths And A Lie" | Stratford Festival 2023 by Stratford Festival

Enjoy Amaka Umeh, Celia Aloma and Chris Mejaki, from the cast of #SFLovesLabour, playing a hilarious game of Two Truths and A Lie! Learn more about the actors who will bring this incredible …

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MJ | National Tour Preview by Broadwaysf

MJ is coming to the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco from January 30–February 25, 2024. The 2023–2024 Season includes six spectacular Broadway musicals at the Orpheum and Golden Gate Th…

Arriving by Car: Directions to Little Red by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

DIRECTIONS IF TRAVELING BY CAR: - Parking is available at the city’s Arts Complex garage, with entrances on 13th Street between Arapahoe and Curtis, as well as off of Arapahoe Street betw…

Video: Watch Highlights from JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING on Broadway

Watch video highlights of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, which opens October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre !

Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young to Host Arthur Miller Foundation Honors

Don't miss out on the Arthur Miller Foundation Honors event hosted by Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young on November 6. Join the stars and celebrate the achievements of this iconic foundation.

Arriving by Bus: Directions to Little Red by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

DIRECTIONS IF TRAVELING BY BUS: - If your group is arriving by bus, your bus driver may drop off students at our metered bus parking spots along Arapahoe Street. Buses should then be parked …

N’Kenge Brings Dorothy Dandridge the Musical by Sandi Durell

Emmy & Grammy-nominated and International Award-winning Songstress N’Kenge (pronounced “nuh-KEN-JEE”) has been heralded by the New York Times as “a classically trained diva tha…

"Give Up" from Goodspeed's THE 12 by Goodspeed Musicals

Wesley Taylor performs "Give Up" in THE 12 at Goodspeed Musicals. THE 12 Sept 8 - Oct 29, 2023 at The Goodspeed, East Haddam Learn more: https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/the-12 Jerusalem. T…

"Rain" from Goodspeed's THE 12 by Goodspeed Musicals

Rema Webb performs "Rain" in THE 12 at Goodspeed Musicals. THE 12 Sept 8 - Oct 29, 2023 at The Goodspeed, East Haddam Learn more: https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/the-12 Jerusalem. The disc…

"Rise Up" from Goodspeed's THE 12 by Goodspeed Musicals

Kyle Scatliffe & the cast perform "Give Up" in THE 12 at Goodspeed Musicals. THE 12 Sept 8 - Oct 29, 2023 at The Goodspeed, East Haddam Learn more: https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/the-12 J…

Meet The Cast of Goodspeed's THE 12: Part 3 by Goodspeed Musicals

Rounding out our Meet The Cast series, meet Wonza Johnson (Andrew), Akron Lanier Watson (Pete) and F. Michael Haynie (Matt). THE 12: A New Musical Sept 8 - Oct 29, 2023 at The Goodspeed, Ea…

Live! At 10th & G

Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice

The Great Gatsby Musical Starring Jeremy Jordan & Eva Noblezada by bwaySHO

The Great Gatsby Musical Starring Jeremy Jordan & Eva Noblezada press day ahead of their run at Paper Mill Playhouse. The songs are: “Roaring On” “Beautiful Little Fool” “Green L…

Rocky Horror Show

Memories & Visions: The Capital Hearings 2023 Fall Concert

Michael Gambon: his most memorable roles on screen and on stage – video obituary

Sir Michael Gambon, whose extraordinary acting career took him from Laurence Olivier’s nascent National Theatre to screen roles in The Singing Detective and the Harry Potter films, has die…

Sir Michael Gambon obituary by Michael Billington

Versatile actor with a magnificent presence who starred in The Singing Detective and the Harry Potter filmsThe word “great” is somewhat promiscuously applied to actors. But it was undoub…

5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche

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A Soulful Christmas: A Groovy Musical Revue

Mami, What’s Your 20?

Video: Watch Scenes from PURLIE VICTORIOUS on Broadway

Check out video highlights from Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch on Broadway!

Thinking Allowed

Moon School

Off-Broadway's Titanique Extends Into 2024 by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

The hit parody will go on at the Daryl Roth Theatre for a little longer.

Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young to Host Arthur Miller Foundation Honors by Margaret Hall

This year's honors will celebrate playwright Martyna Majok, philanthropists Jerre and Mary Joy Stead, and theatre teacher Talia Jaime.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phylicia Rashad & More to Discuss Nonprofit Regional Theater Crisis With Congressional Leaders

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phylicia Rashad and more well-known figures in the theatre world will be meeting to discuss the crisis facing nonprofit regional theater with congressional leaders. 

Philly Fringe 2023: Ella-Gabriel Mason’s Sex Werque and Kaytlin Bailey’s Whore’s Eye View by Melissa Strong

Cannonball Festival presented two solo shows about sex workers: Ella-Gabriel Mason’s Sex Werque: Notes from the Field and Kaytlin Bailey’s Whore’s Eye View. Melissa Strong reviews.

Review: In ‘The Flying Dutchman’ at Lyric Opera, the storms are destined to win by Chris Jones

Wagner’s fantastical 1843 opera is about a sea captain fated to sail forever. Director Christopher Alden’s production doesn't offer him much hope.

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Extends Broadway Engagement Through Early November

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING's Broadway engagement has been extended. Now running through early November. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, Chip Zien, and More Preview Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's Harmony by TheaterMania

The cast of Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's Broadway musical Harmony previewed several songs from the show at a recent press event. Here are stars Chip Zien, Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, S…

West End vs Broadway Back to the Future by TheaterMania

Great Scott! We have a blockbuster pairing for you in our latest edition of West End vs Broadway! In celebration of the New York and London productions of Back to the Future: The Musical, w…

13 Going on 30 Musical Sets World Premiere Workshop

TITANIQUE Extends to Summer 2024 at the Daryl Roth Theatre

Don't miss the extended run of TITANIQUE at the Daryl Roth Theatre in NYC. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!

Magician Asi Wind's Inner Circle Sets Closing Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

The solo magic show is playing an extended run at The Judson Theatre.

Jaja's African Hair Braiding Extends Prior to Broadway Opening by Logan Culwell-Block

Whitney White is directing the new Jocelyn Bioh play for Manhattan Theatre Club at the Friedman.

Tony Winner Leslie Uggams Will Return to 54 Below Next Year by Andrew Gans

Uggams will offer encore performances of her celebrated show, Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue.

Jeremy Jordan in The Great Gatsby by bwaySHO

Filmed by Avery Ingvarson for bwaySHO

TV: No te pierdas el popular '¿Qué Tal?' de THE BOOK OF MORMON

La producción de SOM Produce comenzará funciones el 6 de octubre en el Calderón.

The Congress for Jewish Culture to Celebrate Diamond Jubilee With Website Launch by Chloe Rabinowitz

The website will wed historic materials to the Congress's current projects demonstrating the continuity of Yiddish culture in the 21st century.

Off-Broadway Review: “Swing State” at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre (Through Saturday, October 28, 2023) by David Roberts

The latest production produced by Audible titled “Swing State”, which has transferred from Chicago’s Goodman Theatre and is now playing at the Minetta Lane Theatre, is not really what …

Thomas Schumacher to Become Chief Creative Officer of Disney Theatrical by Logan Culwell-Block

The move will see the longtime president and producer relinquishing his duties overseeing the organization's business operations.

Whitney White, Charlie Thurston, Stacey Sargeant, More to Star in Macbeth in Stride at Shakespeare Theatre Company by Meg Masseron

The rock music adaption will be produced in association with Philadelphia Theatre Company and Brooklyn Academy of Music.

Frozen's Ryan McCartan Joins Off-Broadway Cast of Lone Star by Andrew Gans

Joe Rosario directs the Ruth Stage production of James McLure’s dark comedy.

Watch: Arielle Jacobs and the Cast of Here Lies Love Perform on Good Morning America by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

Telling the story of Filipino First Lady Imelda Marcos, the musical features music by Grammy, Tony, and Oscar winner David Byrne and Grammy winner Fatboy Slim.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phylicia Rashad, More Supporting New Legislation to Address Regional Theatre Crisis by Logan Culwell-Block

The Supporting Theater and Generating Economic Activity Act looks to stimulate the theatre industry with federal funding.

John-Andrew Morrison, Autumn Hurlbert, More to Lead The Game Boy at 54 Below by Logan Culwell-Block

Danny J Rooney and Sharone Sayegh have written the "8-bit" musical comedy about a high school gamer who gets sucked into a video game.

With ‘Merrily We Roll Along,’ Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez Give a Notorious Musical Flop the Glorious Revival It Deserves

For every production of “Merrily We Roll Along,” there is always a question.  Ever since the ignominious failure of its Broadway premiere, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s 1981 mus…

Thomas Schumacher Will Take on New Role as Disney Theatrical's Chief Creative Officer

Thomas Schumacher will step down as President & Producer of Disney Theatrical Productions to take on a new role as the Chief Creative Officer.

Video: Watch Betty Who & HADESTOWN Cast Perform 'Livin' It Up on Top' on the TODAY SHOW

This morning, Betty Who, Solea Pfeiffer, Lillias White, Reeve Carney, Phillip Boykin, and the cast of Hadestown appeared on The TODAY Show to perform 'Livin' It Up on Top' from the Tony…

Ed Warren Works Magic for Sugababes at the O2 with ChamSys by Michael Eddy

The original Sugababes, the multi-platinum Brit Award winning trio, made their moving O2 homecoming on September 16. The 15,000 fans in attendance on that Saturday night not only eagerly emb…

Review: Some Problems With Contemporary Ballet by Gia Kourlas

Philadelphia’s BalletX, a company dedicated to presenting new works, falters with a triple bill at the Joyce Theater in Manhattan.

Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada in New Great Gatsby Musical at Papermill Playhouse by bwaySHO

Filmed by Avery Ingvarson for bwaySHO

Michael Gambon, Dumbledore in the ‘Harry Potter’ Films, Dies at 82 by Benedict Nightingale

After he made his mark in London in the 1970s, he went on to play a wide range of roles, including Edward VII, Oscar Wilde and Winston Churchill.

GLP’s New impression X5 IP Bars Spice Up Wizkid’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Show by Michael Eddy

When Entec Sound & Light was asked to provide technical services for Afrobeats legend Wizkid at the near 63,000-cap. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, it found itself making one of the first de…

Robbie Fairchild Announced for World Premiere Stage Adaptation of The Artist

How Do We Tend to Collaboration? by Mateo Hernandez

By Mateo Hernandez. Mateo Hernandez acknowledges collaboration and artmaking as two distinct processes that inform each other in the theatrical process, an observation rooted in their group�…

Michael Gambon: a life in pictures by Greg Whitmore

The celebrated actor, as accomplished on stage in Shakespeare as he was on screen at Hogwarts, has died at the age of 82. We look back at his career • ‘An actor who let his heart and sou…

Actor Michael Gambon Dies at 82 by Margaret Hall

The stage and screen star was known for his embodiment of powerfully vulnerable leaders.

Richard Topol to Star in King of the Jews Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Leslie Epstein has adapted her 1979 novel for the stage, set to play HERE Arts Center this fall.

Thomas Schumacher Leaving Longtime Perch Atop Disney’s Stage Theatrical Division Where He Oversaw Massive Hits Like ‘The Lion King’ & ‘Ala

Thomas Schumacher’s longtime reign atop the business operations of Disney Theatrical Group saw the division become a major player on Broadway and in the nation’s regional theaters, with …

Shane Myers Appointed Rose Brand Rentals Division Director, Following Retirement of Zoe Paine by Michael Eddy

Rose Brand Rentals Division embarks on a new chapter of expansion and creativity under Shane’s leadership. With an impressive background spanning over two decades in the event industry, Sh…

The 16 best theaters in the D.C. area to catch a play by Thomas Floyd

From escapist eye candy to heady experimental shows, the Washington area has a playhouse for every taste.

Hear Ariana DeBose as Asha in the 1st Trailer for Disney's Animated Musical Wish by Molly Higgins

The musical comedy will hit movie theatres November 22.

Penny Fuller, Pat Addiss, Rose Caiola Will Judge 9th Annual Tomatoes Got Talent Competition by Andrew Gans

The competition celebrates women over 40 who are not entertainment professionals.

Disney Theatrical Announces a Changing of the Guard by Michael Paulson

Thomas Schumacher is relinquishing his role overseeing the division’s business operations.

Watch: A 21st Century Chat With Doc Browns Roger Bart and Cory English

The Great Gatsby press day! by bwaySHO

Close-Up: The Twiggy Musical review – Ben Elton’s strange and sentimental snapshot by Arifa Akbar

Menier Chocolate Factory, LondonWith a jarring tone and karaoke hits, this show never truly captures the highs and lows of the star’s life Lesley Hornby was 16 when she became the face of …

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Funny Girl on Tour? by Logan Culwell-Block

Newcomer Katerina McCrimmon stars as Fanny Brice in the U.S. tour of the Broadway revival.

Robbie Fairchild Will Lead World Premiere Stage Adaptation of The Artist by Logan Culwell-Block

The Oscar-winning film is coming to the stage in the U.K. in 2024 with Drew McOnie at the helm.

Here's Who's Starring in Peter Pan Goes Wrong West End Encore by Margaret Hall

The farce, from the creators of The Play That Goes Wrong, previously played Broadway's Ethel Barrymore.

First Date's Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner Pen Score for 13 Going On 30 Musical by Andrew Gans

A workshop of the new musical, featuring a book by screenwriters Josh Goldsmith and Cathy Yuspa, will be held in the U.K.

Jared Harris, Lisa Diveney, Joe Cole, to Lead Harold Pinter's The Homecoming in London by Meg Masseron

The play, directed by Matthew Dunster, follows a man returning home from America with a wife his family has never met.

See Shucked, Kimberly Akimbo, Aladdin, and More Celebrate the Entertainment Community Fund by Molly Higgins

These shows donated a portion of their ticket sales to the ETF. & Juliet and Back to the Future will also benefit the ECF with special performances in October.

Warren Leight to Be Honored at The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

The 23rd annual event is set for October 23 at Town Hall in New York City.

“Ten Minutes on a Bench,” Kenneth Jones’ New Comedy About a Dating App, Tests Its Compatibility in Detroit by Kenneth Jones

Ten Minutes on a Bench, a new comedy about series of first dates arranged through a fictional app that places potential partners on a park bench to meet for a restricted amount of time, gets…

Video: Watch Arielle Jacobs & HERE LIES LOVE Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA

This morning, Arielle Jacobs and the cast of Here Lies Love appeared on Good Morning America to perform the title song and 'Eleven Days.' Watch the a video of the performance now, which also…

Photos: PURLIE VICTORIOUS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows

Check out hotos from inside the opening night curtain call for Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch, now playing on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre.

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, September 28, 2023 by Susan Grace

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This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 9/28/2023

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 9/28/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

One guess - press day by bwaySHO

Debutantes and debacles by Kerry Reid

Pearl Cleage isn’t from Chicago, but she’s been produced enough here that she feels like an adopted playwright at least. Now-defunct Eclipse Theatre Company (dedicated to the one playwri…

BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical Reveals Complete Casting by Molly Higgins, Andrew Gans

See who's joining Jasmine Amy Rogers in Chicago for the musical's world premiere.

Playbill Exclusive: The Review of Death Rattle, the Broadway Show That Never Opened by Talaura Harms

Read theatre critic Maxine Spear’s pan of the Oliver Putnam show that closed early due to the murder of its star. Plus, the latest scoop about Death Rattle Dazzle!

The Broadway Review: ‘Purlie Victorious’ delivers a masterful sermon on satire by Brittani Samuel

The revival of Ossie Davis’ killingly funny and perceptive 1961 play is as close to Biblical scripture as Black theater gets.

Go Backstage With Ruthie Ann Miles at SWEENEY TOOD | Photo Journal

Go backstage with Tony Winner Ruthie Ann Miles as she prepares to go on in Sweeney Todd.

Drew Lachey and Lea Lachey's New Musical LABEL•LESS Will Embark on Tour This Fall

Drew Lachey of 98 Degrees and Choreographer Lea Lachey’s new musical, label•less, opens on October 21st. Experience powerful and inspiring messages of heart, humanity, and hope through m…

Video: Watch Ariana DeBose, Sam Rockwell & More in ARGYLLE Trailer

The new trailer for Argylle has been released, featuring Oscar winner Ariana DeBose (West Side Story). The top-flight ensemble cast features Dua Lipa, Bryan Cranston, and Catherine O’Hara…

Purgatory in a dystopian disco by Dmitry Samarov

Set in a place that is equal parts dystopian disco and minimal sci-fi torture dungeon (set and costumes designed by Natasha Djukic), Zeljko Djukic directs Adam Ranđelović’s adaptation fr…

All about the Franklins by Kerry Reid

There’s a great show about a Founding Father onstage right now in Chicago who is not named Alexander Hamilton. And while it doesn’t feature an award-winning score by Lin-Manuel Miranda, …

Marilyn Miller, Manager and Mentor by American Theatre Editors

Long associated with the New York-based Phoenix Theater, she went to work as a general manager on several Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.

Black Sabbath: The Ballet review – riveting riffs, endless kisses and flying limbs by Lyndsey Winship

Birmingham HippodromeThree choreographers use inspiringly orchestrated tracks from the city’s heavy metal legends to spring some surprises What on earth does a Black Sabbath ballet look li…

Dave Franklin: From Tin Pan Alley to Looney Tunes by Trav S.D.

September 28 was the birthday of songwriter Dave Franklin (1895-1970), best known for writing, with his frequent collaborator Cliff Friend the song “The Merry Go Round Broke Down” which …

Michael Gambon, star of Harry Potter and The Singing Detective, dies aged 82 by Chris Wiegand

The Olivier award-winning actor, whose major film roles included Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter series, has died • ‘An actor who let his heart and soul crack open’: David Jays on…

Ryan McCartan Will Lead Off-Broadway Premiere of LONE STAR This Fall

Ryan McCartan (Wicked, Frozen, Heathers The Musical, Fox’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show) will star in the upcoming off-Broadway premiere of James McLure’s dark comedy Lone Star. L…

Michael Gambon: an actor who let his heart and soul crack open by David Jays

A star with incredible presence, Gambon – who has died at the age of 82 – brought heft and delicacy, mischief and feeling, to the stage and screen • Star of Harry Potter and The Singin…

BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL Adds Tony-Winner Faith Prince, Erich Bergen And More To World Premiere Cast

Broadway In Chicago has announced complete casting for BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) live on stage for the first time for a limit…

Exclusive: ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ announces October giveaways, illusion demonstrations and more by Ruthie Fierberg

To celebrate Halloween, the Broadway production will offer special gifts and programming every Tuesday in October.

Jasmine Amy Rogers, Erich Bergen, Faith Prince, and More Join BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL

Cast has been announced for BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical including Erich Bergen, Stephen DeRosa, Faith Prince, and Jasmine Amy Rogers as Betty Boop!

‘Curious Savage’ a dark comedy with a lot of heart by Eric Fitzgerald

Theatre Company of Lafayette production features a richly talented case The post ‘Curious Savage’ a dark comedy with a lot of heart appeared first on OnStage Colorado.

13 GOING ON 30 Musical to Have World Premiere Workshop Next Month in London

The world premiere of new musical 13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL, written by the writers of the hit film of the same name, Josh Goldsmith and Cathy Yuspa, will be holding a two week workshop…

Watch: Sierra Boggess, Chip Zien, Julie Benko Preview Songs From Harmony on Broadway

Stage and Screen Actor Michael Gambon Dies at 82

Are the Ticket Prices Too Damn High? by American Theatre Editors

Box office isn't the main revenue source for most nonprofit theatres, nor is pricing the biggest barrier for most patrons---but both sides of this exchange could benefit from more transparen…

Better Together: How Co-Productions Spread the Love (and Risk) Around by American Theatre Editors

In the waning days of the 2022-23 season, I had a realization: Much of what appeared to be thriving onstage where I live in the Washington, D.C., area had been born elsewhere. This was the c…

'Frank & Percy' review – Ian McKellen and Roger Allam are charming company in this sweet love story by Matt Wolf

Ian McKellen, age 84, is as spry and welcome a stage presence ever opposite the equally invaluable Roger Allam

HARMONY Meets the Press by Sandi Durell

By Sandi Durell . . . The cast and creatives of the upcoming new musical HARMONY were ready, willing and more than able, at Open Jar Studios, to show what they can do and what we can expect …

Actor Sir Michael Gambon Dies Aged 82

Sir Michael Gambon, who had an acting career that took him from Laurence Olivier’s nascent National Theatre to screen roles in the Harry Potter films, has died at the age of 82.

When Existence is a Crime: A Review of “Sanctuary City” at Steppenwolf Theatre by Tristan Bruns

The play asks the question: What do you do if simply existing makes you a criminal, a fact that no amount of merit can override?

Today on Broadway: Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Reviews for ‘Purlie Victorious,’ Jasmine Amy Roger to Play Betty Boop, Complete ‘How to Dance in Ohio’ Cast Announced “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podca…

Ian McKellen Speaks Out Against Use of Trigger Warnings in FRANK AND PERCY

Ian McKellen has once again spoken out about his dislike for trigger warnings being posted outside of theatres. Find out what he had to say here!

A rich electoral history is rehearsed in ‘Something Moving’ at Ford’s by Amy Kotkin

Playwright Pearl Cleage meditates on Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first Black mayor, in a fascinating depiction of the citizens who voted for him. By AMY KOTKIN

Sydney Theatre Company’s “The Importance of Being Earnest”: Fresh, Funny and Completely Joyous by Huw Griffiths

It is easy to forget that when Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest was first written and performed in February 1895, Ibsen’s A Doll’s House was already 16 years old. Both pl…

Robbie Fairchild, Gary Wilmot, and Briana Craig Will Lead World Premiere of THE ARTIST in 2024

Lead casting has been announced for the world premiere stage production of Michel Hazanavicius’ multi–Academy Award-winning film The Artist. Learn more about the production and find o…

What It Means | 2023 Rehearsals by Official London Theatre

The true story behind one of the most impactful pieces of writing ever published in the fight for LGBTQ+ equality. What It Means is an emotional voyage through history – some personal, s…

‘Soul of the City’ believes the spirit of San Francisco lives in the people and their stories by Brandon Yu

A new show from Brenda Wong Aoki, dubbed “America’s first Asian American storyteller,” sees stories as a saving grace in an increasingly disconnected world.

Every Wednesday Night by Sandi Durell

Every Wednesday Night announces a special concert version of the beloved musical, set to take place on October 4, 2023, at 7 p.m. This unique event will bring the powerful and moving story t…

Hope in Harmony Awards by Sandi Durell

 Broadway Inspirational Voices (BIV), adds additional guests to their fourth annual fundraising event, “Hope In Harmony: Award Ceremony & Fundraiser,” scheduled to take place on�…

Want to experience ‘Into the Spider-Verse’ in a whole new way? A live orchestra is backing up the film at this CT theatre. by Christopher Arnott

Academy Award-winning film "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" is accompanied by a live 13-piece band plus a DJ on Oct. 1 at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford.

Broadway belles heading to Latrobe for concert performance of new musical 'The Crinolynns' by Joshua Axelrod / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“The Crinolynns” was written by a Somerset native and will be performed by Donna Lynne Champlin, Sally Mayes and Valerie Wright.

Talkin' Broadway on Broadway Review: "Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch" 9/27/23 by Howard Miller

Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch, Ossie Davis's 1961 satirical play about Jim Crow racism, opens tonight at the Music Box Theatre in a long-overdue first-ev…

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 28th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 28, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Ian McKellen criticises use of ‘ludicrous’ theatre trigger warnings on his own play by Isobel Lewis

Legendary actor, 84, is currently starring in ‘Frank and Percy’ at The Other Palace

A Christmas Carol announces Owen Teale as Scrooge by Aussie Theatre

Tony Award® winner and international screen star, Owen Teale will play the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in the triumphant return

On the Couch with Hem Tiwary

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Pia Miranda: Finding My Bella Vita

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Symphony Was Heading Into Trouble, But Apparently No One Told The Musicians by Joe Patti

I have been reading about the closure of the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony in Ontario, Canada and some of the stories are pretty heartbreaking. The concertmaster was in a moving van driving fr…

fortyfivedownstairs appoints new Artistic Director of theatre

The post fortyfivedownstairs appoints new Artistic Director of theatre appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Nine talented artists awarded prestigious Creative Australia Fellowships by Aussie Theatre

Creative Australia has announced this year’s recipients of the prestigious 2023 Creative Australia Fellowships valued at $80,000 over two years.

Game of Thrones’ Owen Teale to play Scrooge in A Christmas Carol Melbourne

The post Game of Thrones’ Owen Teale to play Scrooge in A Christmas Carol Melbourne appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

“Aren’t You…?” Asks Crucial Questions at CA Missions—at The Marsh-SF by Erin Weitzman

Millennial Notes Fred Pitts Tours Missions, Finds White Confusion by Erin Weitzman At The Marsh in San Francisco, Fred Pitts’ solo show “Aren’t You …?” brings us the voices and opi…

Susie Blake talks Murder In The Dark Tour – Interview by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo We took a moment to chat with Susie Blake who is currently touring with Tom Chambers in Torben Betts' play Murder In The Dark. This post Susie Blake talks Murder In The Dark …

Bettinger’s Luggage by Joel Benjamin

An alternate title for Albert M. Tapper’s Clifford Odets-esque "Bettinger’s Luggage" might be "The Flood." In Tapper’s period piece, a flood destroyed the eponymous shop, an event arou…

Stephen Sondheim's Final Musical Here We Are Makes Posthumous World Premiere Beginning September 28 by Logan Culwell-Block

Joe Mantello directs a cast including Francois Battiste, Bobby Cannavale, Amber Gray, David Hyde Pierce, and more.

Jazz Age-Set Romeo and Juliet Begins at New Jersey's The Curtain September 28 by Logan Culwell-Block

The new adaptation of the Shakespeare tragedy is directed and adapted by Sean Hagerty.

Melissa Etheridge: My Window Officially Opens On Broadway September 28 by Talaura Harms

After a 2022 Off-Broadway run, the rocker brings her biographical solo show to the Main Stem.

Nine talented artists awarded prestigious Creative Australia Fellowships

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IMPRESSIONS: Kinesis Project dance theatre in “Capacity, or: The Work of Crackling” (Excerpt) at Snug Harbor Cultural Center by The Dance Enthusiast

ln 2014, the Snug Harbor Cultural Center began its dance curation under the guidance of Gabri Christa, and is still exploring its potential via its 83 acres and cottages that are currently h…