Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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PLAYBILL CELEBRATES 140 YEARS

Sign up to receive weekly emails from the Playbill Store, so you can stay in-the-know on upcoming products and opening productions! Your e-mail.

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Create Your Own Playbill for Your School or Amateur Stage Production - PLAYBILLder

Children of Eden. Abbott Middle School. February 28 - March 01, 2014 at West Bloomfield High School Auditorium. Default cover image?

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Today on Broadway: Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024 - BroadwayRadio

https://playbill.com/article/kandi-burress-and-todd-tucker-join-othello-producing-team. 3) Ensemble Studio Theatre Announces Cast for 'Franklinland ...

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for SMASH On Broadway With Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas and More

Check out Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas, and more in rehearsal for Smash on Broadway in new video from the rehearsal room!

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Watch Amber Iman in rehearsal for ‘Hello, Dolly!’ at Arkansas Repertory by Michael Abourizk

Click below to watch the 2024 Tony Award nominee sing “Before the Parade Passes By”

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Sondheim: His Life, His Shows, His Legacy (Book Review) by Wendy Caster

On one hand, there could never be too many books about Stephen Sondheim. On the other hand, each book should be able to justify its existence through untold stories (are there any?), a new p…

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Talking to one another is golden – inclusive dance project “Babylon” with Cameo and LD Systems by Michael Eddy

This summer, the Große Sendesaal of Hessischer Rundfunk witnessed a special performance. In the Lorenz Foundation’s inclusive dance project “Babylon – Miteinander Reden ist Gold”, 1…

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Explore Cutting-Edge Lighting Innovation at Elation PLASA Stand C26 by Michael Eddy

Explore the latest live entertainment technology at Elation Stand C26 at the upcoming PLASA tradeshow at Olympia in West London. Elation is excited to present an exceptional line-up of new l…

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Jason Patsel Transforms Pops Farm for Rooster Walk With CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

This year, for the 14th annual edition of the Rooster Walk a four-day festival, dedicated to roots and bluegrass music, lighting designer Jason Patsel used a rig anchored by CHAUVET Profess…

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Broadway Jeopardy! Game #12! (8/22/24) - 26 ALL-NEW Clues To Test Your Broadway Knowledge! by Broadway By Ghostlight

It's time for an ALL-NEW episode of Broadway Jeopardy!! 5 Categories, 25 Clues PLUS the Final Jeopardy Question which this week features a VERY special guest!! The questions start off easy …

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Kyle Evans Joins Robe’s Creative Team by Michael Eddy

Kyle Evans has joined Robe’s creative team which is led by Nathan. Wan Kyle will be working as junior lighting and media programmer. He will be helping with console configuration, assistin…

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Step Afrika! is coming to Lincoln Center on September 20 by Lincoln Center

MUCH more than a dance show, Step Afrika! integrates songs, storytelling, humor, and audience participation, leaving audience members of all ages with their hearts pounding. 📆 Sept. 20, …

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Broadway’s Aladdin to Welcome New Babkak, Omar and Kassim by Darryn King

Broadway’s Aladdin will welcome several new cast members. Michael Schimmele, Nathan Levy (Once Upon a One More Time) and Colt Prattes (Aladdin national tour) will play Aladdin’s sidekick…

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Chatter: Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque & More Star in WORKING GIRL Musical Workshop

BroadwayWorld has just learned that a musical version of Working Girl is getting an industry presentation this week in New York City. Check out who is starring in the workshop here!

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Jodi Benson Saw Daughter Delaney Benson 'Nine Times' in Area Stage's THE LITTLE MERMAID

In a new interview, Disney Legend Jodi Benson recalled her reaction to seeing her daughter Delaney Benson play the role of Ariel in a recent production of The Little Mermaid at Miami's Area …

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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ALADDIN to Welcome New Principal Cast Members Beginning Next Week

Aladdin will welcome Nathan Levy, Marcus M. Martin, Colt Prattes and Michael Schimmele to the principal cast of the Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

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The Fifth Step review – Jack Lowden excels as an alcoholic finding a sponsor by Arifa Akbar

Lyceum, Edinburgh In David Ireland’s complex two-hander, co-starring Sean Gilder, a troubled youth is persuaded to join the 12-step programme by a former addict There are few certainties i…

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Wankernomics: As Per My Last Email review – humdrum office hellscape by Chris Wiegand

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghThese games lampooning business jargon and CV exaggeration are relatable and initially amusing but soon start to drag A grabby title and a clear concept sell ti…

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Rob Copland: Gimme (One With Everything) review – mesmeric controlled chaos by Rachael Healy

Banshee Labyrinth, Edinburgh It starts with boundless energy … then gathers momentum, as this comic’s silliness builds a tale of desperate ambition Rob Copland rockets into the room, pur…

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Concord Theatricals acquires licensing rights for Paula Vogel’s ‘Mother Play’ by Michael Abourizk

The Tony Award-nominated drama played Broadway in spring 2024.

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West Side Story (musical) August 20-25, 2024 at Starlight Theatre, Kansas City MO - W M

West Side Story Playbill from Starlight Theatre Kansas City, MO) KANSAS CITY SHOWTIMES Tue 08/20/2024 8:00PM Wed 08/21/2024 8:00PM Thu 08/22/2024 ...

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Shifters at the Duke of York's Theatre | Theatre review - The Upcoming

On the front of the playbill, Shifters is described as “a fierce new romance”. And while it most certainly delivers as such, it is also so much ...

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Grace Aki Brings To Free a Mockingbird to the Edinburgh Fringe by Playbill

Grace Aki shares what comes next for her solo show, To Free a Mockingbird, and how the show "gives my mother an aneurysm."

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Edinburgh Day 3: Gender-bending, disco, defections & cabaret activism by Terri Paddock

Getting into my stride on Day 3 with six shows. Meta theatricality, strong women, lost little boys, activism, and musical hit-makers are amongst some of the common themes. The post Edinburgh…

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Up on the Marquee: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING

Maybe Happy Ending is on its way to Broadway! Previews will begin on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, with an opening night set for Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Belasco Theatre. Check out p…

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Five Broadway shows you can see in Denver for $50 (or less) by John Wenzel

Here's how to nab affordable tickets to "Kimberly Akimbo," "Funny Girl" "Life of Pi," "Moulin Rouge," and more at the Buell Theatre.

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Theater Breaks Ties With Ivo van Hove After Report on Bullying by Alex Marshall

An investigation found that a “culture of fear” had developed at the International Theater Amsterdam during the years when the star director led the company.

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Billy Porter, Casey Likes, Ghostface Killah and More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' Warriors Album by Darryn King

Several cast members, hailing from Broadway and beyond, have been announced for Warriors, the new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, based on the 1979 action cult film T…

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Photo/Video: First Look at Amber Iman in HELLO, DOLLY! at Arkansas Rep

Get a first look at Arkansas Repertory Theatre's  new concert production of the classic Broadway musical, Hello, Dolly!. The award-winning cast of Broadway veterans performs Jerry Herman's…

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Video: The Kid Critics Have Royal Ball at ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

BroadwayWorld continues Kid Critics, a series that gives parents and children alike a kid's perspective on Broadway's hottest shows. Find out what they though of Once Upon a Mattress in this…

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Ashley Park Among Cast in THE BEST MAN'S GHOSTWRITER Audible Show

Audible is set to release a new comedy audio show performed by a full cast including Broadway star Ashley Park, Glen Powell, Nicholas Braun, D’Arcy Carden, Lance Bass, Zach Braff, and mor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

Photos: Colman Domingo in First Look at Netflix Limited Series THE MADNESS

Netflix has revealed first-look images along with the November 28 premiere date for the upcoming thriller series THE MADNESS starring Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo. The premiere date …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM

Vladimir, Starring Norbert Leo Butz, Completes Casting for Manhattan Theatre Club World Premiere by Hayley Levitt

The complete cast is set for Manhattan Theatre Club's world-premiere production of Vladimir, starring two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz. Written by Erika Sheffer and directed by …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:03PM

Radioactive (10th Anniversary Tour Version) ft. Rogelio Douglas, Jr. by Postmodernjukebox

“Radioactive” by Imagine Dragons Vintage Jazz cover by Postmodern Jukebox ft. Rogelio Douglas, Jr. 🎶 Get The Song: http://pmjlive.com/radioactive world 🌎 World Tour Tix: http://p…

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Chelsea Rose is Bringing Shakespeare to the 60s at Shakespeare Theatre Company by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: What happens when the Bard meets the Beatles? Audiences are finding out in Washington, D.C.  In this video, watch as Chelsea Rose discusses As You Like It at S…

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Backstage Bite with The Charlies of the Chocolate Factory Take on Gummy Bears! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you very special guests from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory- the Charlies themselves: Ryan Foust, Jake Ryan Flynn and Ryan …

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Backstage Bite with COME FROM AWAY's Jenn Colella & Astrid Van Wieren Whip Up On The Fly Blueberry by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you very special guests from Come From Away- Tony nominee Jenn Colella and Astrid Van Wieren. For the recipe for Katie's On The…

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Backstage Bite with CATS' Mamie Parris Makes Purrrfect Catnip Goldfish Crackers by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you very special guests from Cats- Grizabella herself, Mamie Parris! For the recipe for Katie's Catnip Goldfish Crackers, visi…

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Playing Pinball and Talking TOMMY with Ali Louis Bourzgui by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Feel him coming? Ali Louis Bourzgui just made his Broadway debut and he's a sensation as the titular character in The Who's Tommy. In this video, watch as Ali …

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SMA Will Step Center Stage on Rare Disease Day by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as Shane Burcaw and John Tartaglia chat about their latest project- the original musical, Most Likely Not To…, which will be presented o…

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Patrick Page Is Unpacking Shakespeare's Villains in ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as Patrick Page checks in with Richard Ridge to chat about All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain.

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Meet the New Director/Activist/Author Extraordinaire of the Season- Schele Williams by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Schele Williams is having an awesome year... for more than one reason. In this video, watch as the director chats with Richard about both of her Broadway projec…

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Backstage Bite with Barrett Doss Whips Up Groundhog Crumbles! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you a very special guest from Groundhog Day- Barrett Doss! For the recipe for Katie's Groundhog Crumbles, visit: www.backstag…

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Des McAnuff Is Back for Seconds with THE WHO'S TOMMY by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as director Des McAnuff chats about bringing The Who's Tommy back to Broadway.

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Backstage Bite with DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Will Roland Takes Over the Kitchen! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you a very special guest from Dear Evan Hansen- Jared Kleinman himself, Will Roland! For the recipe for Katie's White Lie Choco…

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The Queens of SIX Open Up About Their New Broadway Reign by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as the queens of Six including Olivia Donalson, Storm Lever, Khaila Wilcoxon, Jasmine Forsberg, Didi Romero and Gabriela Carrillo chat abo…

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Backstage Bite with ANASTASIA's Christy Altomare & Derek Klena Bake Profiteroles Fit for a Princess! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you not one, but two very special guests from Anastasia- Christy Altomare and Derek Klena! For the recipe for Katie's Princess …

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Backstage Bite with Bryonha Marie Parham Whips Up Hal Prince's Loaftime Achievement Award! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you a very special guest from Prince of Broadway- an actress who plays such varied roles as Amalia, Sally Bowles, and Queenie- …

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Backstage Bite with BEAUTIFUL's Kara Lindsay Is a Natural Woman with Katie's Granola Bars! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this latest episode, we bring you special guest from BEAUTIFUL, Kara Lindsay!

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Rights Now Available for Paula Vogel's MOTHER PLAY

Paula Vogel’s play MOTHER PLAY has been acquired by Concord Theatricals for licensing. Learn more about MOTHER PLAY!

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Patrick Page Will Develop ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Into a Book

Patrick Page has just announced that he will develop his hit one-man show, All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, into a book. We have all of the details!

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Wait Wait DNC Dispatch #2 by NPR

Your friends at Wait Wait head back to the Democratic National Convention to talk to the dignitaries and weirdos that make our country great. Featuring WWDTM host Peter Sagal, producers Emma…

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Video: Erin Darke & David Rosenberg Join VLADIMIR Cast; See Inside Rehearsals

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Vladimir. Check out rehearsal footage!

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Billy Porter, Michaela Jaé, & More Join Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' WARRIORS Album

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis unveil the second group of voices for the star-studded cast of the concept album, WARRIORS. Newly announced are THE HURRICANES featuring Billy Porter…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Casting Announced for North American Tour of ‘TINA – The Tina Turner Musical’ by Matthew Herzog

The musical that celebrates the iconic life and legacy of Tina Turner continues to woo audiences around the world. Casting has been announced for an all-new North American tour of the joyful…

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Kerry Condon Joins Cast of David Haig's PRESSURE Film

Kerry Condon has joined the cast of Pressure, the upcoming screen adaptation of David Haig's play. In the film, she will portray Captain Kay Summersby, the chauffeur and personal secretary …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Grant Gustin's Ride with Water for Elephants Is Nearly Done, But a Broadway Group Chat Is Forever by Hayley Levitt

Three weeks out from his final performance as Water for Elephants’ circus stowaway Jacob Jankowski, Grant Gustin spent a breathless 48 hours at home in Los Angeles for his daughter’s thi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Cate Blanchett to Return to the London Stage in The Seagull by Darryn King

Two-time Oscar winner and Tony nominee Cate Blanchett will star in a new version of Chekhov’s The Seagull in London. Thomas Ostermeier, who adapted the play with Duncan Macmillan, will dir…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Grammy Winner Branford Marsalis Joins the Music Team for Broadway's A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical by Hayley Levitt

Three-time Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Branford Marsalis has joined the music team for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. Marsalis will create all-new musical a…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Gwyneth Paltrow Ski-Trial Musical I Wish You Well to Recklessly Crash Into the West End by Darryn King

A musical about the Gwyneth Paltrow ski crash trial is headed to the West End. I Wish You Well: The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski-Trial Musical will play the Criterion Theatre in London from September…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Sets Date for Its 38th Edition by Hayley Levitt

The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the Theater District for its 38th edition on September 22. The annual outdoor event, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/E…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Watch the Star-Studded Performance of 'The Impossible Dream' from Aaron Lazar's Debut Album by Darryn King

A video of the star-studded performance of “The Impossible Dream,” from Aaron Lazar’s upcoming debut album, has been released. Lazar, the singer and actor diagnosed with the neurodege…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Romeo is Very Demure, Very Mindful by & Juliet Broadway

You see how Romeo serenaded Juliet to profess his love? Very demure, very mindful, very cutesy #shorts #broadway #broadwaymusicals #musicaltheatre #andjuliet #elliegoulding & Juliet is the …

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Ethan Slater Joins Cast of Horror Flick THE DESIGNER

Broadway performer Ethan Slater is among the slew of names that are set to appear in The Designer, a horror film written and directed by Em Johnson. Slater will star alongside Gina Gershon, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42AM

Video: Matthew Broderick Discusses THE PRODUCERS, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More in Career Retrospective

BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Matthew Broderick for a career retrospective as part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series. In the 80-minute interview, the Tony Award…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:24AM

Come From Away heads to Ottawa by Mirvish Productions

In just under 2 months COME FROM AWAY will finally return home to Toronto at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. But first, the cast is making a brief stop in Ottawa at the National Arts Centre's B…

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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I Interview Playwrights Part 1118: Tracy Wells by Adam Szymkowicz

Tracy WellsHometown: Sterling Heights, MI (metro Detroit)Current Town: Macomb Township, MI (also metro Detroit)Q:  What are you working on now? A:  I’m currently finishing up a western m…

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Video: Aaron Lazar Shares Star-Studded 'The Impossible Dream' Music Video

Award-winning Broadway star Aaron Lazar releases his highly anticipated debut album, Impossible Dream, tomorrow, August 23rd. Ahead of the release, Lazar has shared the celebrity-fueled f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

Abby Wambaugh: The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows review – dotty comedy debut belies a surprise by Brian Logan

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghBeyond its larky interactive stunts and impersonations, the standup’s restart-the-show gimmick coheres into an affecting personal story of redemption The Firs…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:18AM

Monica Austin Joins Blizzard Entertainment as CMO by Caitlin Huston

Monica Austin has been appointed the new chief marketing officer at gaming publisher Blizzard Entertainment.  In the role, Austin oversees the marketing teams for all titles at Blizzard, in…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:15AM

Jobbing Jay Novello by Trav S.D.

Tribute today to character actor Jay Novello (Michael Romero, 1904-1982). No relation to either Ivor Novello or Don Novello (since he was, as we say, a Romero), one could be forgiven for mix…

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Exclusive: Jayna Elise To Lead TINA- THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Second National Tour; Full Cast Announced

Casting has been announced for an all-new North American tour of the joyful and triumphant Broadway smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical. 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:02AM

New Work Through New Eyes by American Theatre Editors

Cassie Beck and Kent Nicholson reflect on their weekend at the South Carolina New Play Festival, an inspiring first for one and a delightful return for the other.

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Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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I live on the Upper West Side and a kid pulled an apple off a fruit stand and all the apples ...

@playbill. , though I think somewhat surprised by what exactly my job is. playbill.com/artic… How Chris Hayes Went From Playwright to MSNBC Host.

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Up on the Marquee: SUNSET BLVD.

Jamie Lloyd’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. is coming to Broadway this fall, starring Olivier Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desm…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:32AM

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 8/22/2024; Jobs In House Management, Sales and More

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 8/22/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

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Show Pony review – what happens when the circus says goodbye to you? by Chris Wiegand

Summerhall, EdinburghIn a compelling collaboration with Bryony Kimmings, the German company Still Hungry deconstruct, satirise and celebrate the circus Three women are remembering their intr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:18AM

Branford Marsalis Joins Broadway Music Team For A WONDERFUL WORLD

Branford Marsalis joins the Broadway music team for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL, alongside Daryl Waters, Zane Mark, and Darryl G. Ivey.

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For choreographer Lorin Latarro backstory is everything by Ruthie Fierberg

From “Waitress” to “The Who’s Tommy” to the current “One Upon a Mattress,” Latarro draws on psychology to set movement.

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Alicia Keys, Kristoffer Diaz and more to be honored by Arthur Miller Foundation by Ruthie Fierberg

A gala event to celebrate the honorees will also commemorate 10 years of the foundation’s theater education programs.

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Tilda Swinton-Narrated Installation Leads London Film Festival’s Immersive Art and Gaming Program by Lily Ford

An installation narrated by Tilda Swinton will lead London Film Festival Expanded, a new lineup of immersive art, extended reality, and gaming experiences at this year’s event. The 68th BF…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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SAVE THE DATE Byron Bay Film Festival by Aussie Theatre

The Byron Bay International Film Festival, the town’s world-renowned 10-day celebration of independent cinema, returns in October for its 18th

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 08:30AM

Shari Redstone Set to Speak at Advertising Week New York by Caitlin Huston

Shari Redstone and a roster of Hollywood talent will take the stage at Advertising Week in New York this fall.  Other headliners include Kevin Bacon, Drew Barrymore, Kenneth Cole, Common, T…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:30AM

Cate Blanchett to return to the stage for first time in six years by Maira Butt

Oscar-winning actor will star alongside Tom Burke in Anton Chekhov’s ‘The Seagull’

SOURCE: The Independent at 08:24AM

Branford Marsalis and more join music team for Broadway’s ‘A Wonderful World’ by Michael Abourizk

Marsalis will serve as arranger and orchestrator for the Louis Armstrong bio-musical.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 08:15AM

Performance Space unveils 2024 Liveworks Festival Program by Aussie Theatre

Performance Space is thrilled to unveil the program for the 2024 Liveworks Festival, a celebration of bold and captivating performances

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 08:14AM

Successful Entertainment: A Review of “The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool” at American Players Theatre by Mary Wisniewski

“The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool” is a bawdy, witty, fast-paced tragicomedy, brilliantly acted and expertly plotted.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM

Branford Marsalis Boards Broadway’s Louis Armstrong Musical To Create New Arrangements & Orchestrations, Replacing Original Team by Greg Evans

EXCLUSIVE: Tony-nominated composer Branford Marsalis (Fences) is joining a revised music team for the upcoming fall Broadway production of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical to c…

SOURCE: Deadline at 08:00AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

Cheno Spotted in ‘Wicked’ Movie Video, Atlantic Postpones First Show, ‘Joker 2’ Director Confuses Audiences Over Whether Movie Is a Musical or Not Since 2016, “Today on Broadway”…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

Gold Coast Arts organisation wins IMPACT Award! by Aussie Theatre

National arts organisation Everybody NOW! was last night presented with Performing Arts Connections Australia’s IMPACT AWARD for their extraordinary community

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 07:50AM

Video: Listen to '8 Dates' From New West End Musical WHY AM I SO SINGLE?

The first demo, '8 Dates', has been released from the new West End musical, Why Am I So Single? by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the team behind the musical SIX. Check out the song in the video…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:32AM

Emma Rice’s WUTHERING HEIGHTS to premiere in Sydney in January 2025 by Aussie Theatre

Emma Rice’s critically acclaimed production of Wuthering Heights will play an exclusive and limited season in Sydney in 2025. A

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 07:27AM

Edinburgh Fringe 2024 reviews: REVENGE: After the Levoyah / Puddles and Amazons by David Kettle

Jewish gangsters and ice-cold adolescents in two strong shows at Summerhall REVENGE: After the Levoyah, Summerhall ★★★★★ 

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 07:18AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Cate Blanchett to Return to Theater in Chekhov’s ‘The Seagull’ on London Stage by Lily Ford

Cate Blanchett will return to the stage for the first time in six years. The Australian Oscar winner will perform as Arkadina in a new version of Anton Chekhov’s play The Seagull at the Ba…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:57AM

Elijah Rhea Johnson Is Stepping Into MJ's Shoes by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Just under a year after Myles Frost won a Tony Award for his iconic performance in MJ, a new actor is stepping into Michael Jackson's shoes. Elijah Rhea Johnso…

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MillicentSimmondsBackstage by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: There's a serious case of stage fright happening this summer at the Lyceum Theatre... and it's not afflicting the actors onstage. Audiences at Broadway's Grey H…

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Casey Cott Looks Back on His Spectacular Debut in MOULIN ROUGE! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as we chat with Moulin Rouge's new star Casey Cott about making his Broadway debut, what its like starring in such a spectacular (pun inten…

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How ALADDIN Has Made Michael James Scott's Broadway Wishes Come True by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: As Disney's Aladdin continues its 9th year on Broadway, the show has truly had a friend in Michael James Scott along the way. In this video, watch as he chats m…

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backstagedavinci by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Thrills and chills have arrived a bit early this season in Ogunquit, Maine. That's because the ultimate thriller, Dan Brown's bestselling mystery novel The Da V…

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How Tovah Feldshuh Built a Five-Decade Career Onstage by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Audiences today may know her best as Mrs. Brice, but Broadway has known Tovah Feldshuh by many other names. She made her Broadway debut on May 13, 1973 in Cyra…

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Wendell Pierce Unpacks an Epic Career on Stage and Screen by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as Tony nominee Wendell Pierce chats about his extensive career on and off stage.

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Richard Thomas Is Bringing TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD to a City Near You by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as we catch up with star of the To Kill a Mockingbird National Tour, Richard Thomas! He chats about the importance of this story, why it st…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:36AM

NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Opens Up About Making the City Sing by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Wanna be a part of it? It's your lucky day, because the cast of one of Broadway's hottest shows, the 9-time Tony-nominated New York, New York, just got personal…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:36AM

How SOME LIKE IT HOT Became a 13-Time Tony-Nominated Hit by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Watch this exclusive video interview with the whole Some Like It Hot team, including composers Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, director/choreographer Casey Nich…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:36AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 22, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 22, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06AM

“Let us choose joy” Oprah speaks to the DNC, video and transcript. by New York Theater

“ i am calling on all you independents and all you undecideds. ¥ou know this is true. You know I am telling you the truth. That values and character matter most of all. In leadership and …

SOURCE: New York Theater at 05:03AM

Shifters review: This epic new romcom has West End audiences swooning by Alice Saville

With fine performances from Tosin Cole and Heather Agyepong, Benedict Lombe’s will-they-won’t-they love story – which has high profile backing from Idris Elba, Little Simz and Maya Jam…

SOURCE: The Independent at 05:03AM

Stuffed review – urgent warning about food poverty drowned out by clowning by Arifa Akbar

Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh A polemical show blends powerful audio recordings of those at the sharp end of the austerity economy with distracting stage business This drama’s title allud…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:03AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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“Left on Tenth” To Star Julianna Margulies and Peter Gallagher by Andrew Poretz

Left on Tenth is set to begin performances at The James Earl Jones Theatre on September 26, with its official opening on October 23. Left on Tenth will be produced by Daryl Roth and directed…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 04:42AM

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club Unveils 2024-25 Season by Andrew Poretz

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club’s 2024-25 season will feature dozens of new works from around the world, including the world premiere of Richard Foreman’s Suppose Beautiful Madeline Ha…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 04:37AM

Urban Stages Announces Its 2024-2025 Season by Andrew Poretz

Urban Stages’ 2024-2025 season will begin with the New York premiere of Yussef El Guindi’s play People of the Book, directed by John Langs (October 4 – November 3, 2024), followed by t…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 04:32AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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The 39 Steps, Trafalgar Theatre review - return of an entertaining panto for grown-ups by Helen Hawkins

Patrick Barlow’s brand of silly still delivers a sly Hitchcock spoof Before the Plays That Went Wrong and the multi-role six-hander Operation Mincemeat, there was Patrick Barlow’s adapt…

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 02:54AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Byron Bay International Film Festival returns in October

The post Byron Bay International Film Festival returns in October appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:34AM
Thursday, August 22, 2024 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Affordable Art Fair returns to Melbourne next week

The post Affordable Art Fair returns to Melbourne next week appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:37AM

Krystal Joy Brown Is Getting All Gussied Up for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: In this video, watch as Krystal Joy Brown chats about the complexities of her character in Merrily We Roll Along, the honor of bringing a Sondheim musical back …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:24AM

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
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
TBA: Titanic