The Broadway Review: 'Death Becomes Her' slays by Brittani Samuel

Director Christopher Gattelli's production of the musical black comedy is an instant hit, dazzling audiences with lush creative design and enchanting leads.

Elf the Musical by Joseph Pisano

While incorporating the film's most memorable lines and story beats into their book, Bob Martin and the late Thomas Meehan also excised what they could to make room for composer Matthew Skla…

We Live in Cairo by TotalTheater

off-Broadway " New York Theater Workshop: 79 East 4 Street. Oct. 27-Nov. 27, 2024. Musical. Book/Score: Daniel and Patrick Lazour. Director: Taibi Magar. 2 hrs, 15 min. Critic: David Sheward…

Talkin' Broadway Off-Broadway - "The Blood Quilt" - 11/21/24 by Howard Miller

Sometimes family ties are held together by a thread. In the case of playwright Katori Hall's The Blood Quilt, opening tonight at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center, the thread i…

'The Blood Quilt' Review: An Elaborate Tapestry by Maya Phillips

Katori Hall's new play about sisters gathering after their mother's death features standout performances but an overabundance of themes.

Death Becomes Her Broadway Review by Jonathan Mandell

"Death Becomes Her," a stylishly macabre Broadway musical comedy about a love/hate triangle, has much the same plot, catty repartee, and even some of the same comically gruesome special effe…

The Higher Purposes of the 2024 Encuentro Festival by Steven Morris

The post The Higher Purposes of the 2024 Encuentro Festival appeared first on Stage Raw - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

My Variety Review of the New Broadway Musical "Death Becomes Her" by Frank Rizzo

In the new Broadway musical "Death Becomes Her," a so-so 1992 movie gets a stunning makeover. Headlined by Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn and a slew of special effects, the film followed two vain…

The Blood Quilt by Tulis McCall

As a whole, this production is a bit of a jumble.  Staging is awkward, dialogue overlaps and is easily missed, and the story wanders. The post The Blood Quilt appeared first on The Front …

The Fantasticks by TotalTheater

Regional " Wilton Manors, FL: Island City Stage: 2304 North Dixie Highway. Oct. 17-Nov. 17, 2024. Book/Lyrics: Tom Jones. Music: Harvey Schmidt. Director: Andy Rogow. Musical. Critic: Aaron …

The Blood Quilt " A Dramatic Patchwork of Compelling Themes by Jk Clarke

In The Blood Quilt, he stitching women of past generations remind us of the vital importance of ritual and tradition The post The Blood Quilt " A Dramatic Patchwork of Compelling Themes appe…

THE BLOOD QUILT Weaves Family Legacy with History " Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of The Blood Quilt by Katori Hall at Lincoln Center's Newhouse Theatre in New York City.

The Stars of Broadway's Swept Away Make Waves in Our Exclusive Opening-Night Portraits by Broadway.com

Swept Away, the harrowing new musical about a shipwreck that leaves four members of a whaling crew adrift in a lifeboat, celebrated its Broadway opening on November 19. John Gallagher Jr.,Â…

Review: In 'Death Becomes Her,' Spiking the Fountain of Youth by Jesse Green

Hilarious star turns from Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard make the mostly unfunny 1992 film into an intermittently memorable Broadway musical.

Talkin' Broadway on Broadway Review: "Death Becomes Her" 11/21/24 by Howard Miller

Death Becomes Her, the musical adaptation of Robert Zemeckis's 1992 offbeat comic movie of the same title, opening tonight at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, is a super-fun grudge match between t…

SSC's Third Beauty & The Beast Is Just As Fine As Earlier Ones by Bill Hirschman

Mere inches from you, the titular characters dance slowly and gracefully to the soothing title song in Area Stage Company's (ASC) multi award-winning professional immersive and participatory…

Death Becomes Her review " 90s comedy gets dazzling Broadway rebirth by Benjamin Lee

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, New York Robert Zemeckis's dark, Hollywood-set hit makes a smooth transition to the stage in a raucously entertaining musical crowd-pleaser Like its duelling antiheroi…

DEATH BECOMES HER Is Broadway Comedy Gold " Review

Theatrely's Broadway review of Death Becomes Her starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York City.

'Death Becomes Her' review: Leading ladies' claws are out in funny Broadway camp fest by Johnny Oleksinski

There is a miracle elixir in the campy musical "Death Becomes Her," which opened Thursday night at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre: Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard.

'Death Becomes Her' Broadway Review: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Shine In Life Force Of A Musical by Greg Evans

A perfect rejoinder to the ubiquitous Broadway Sucks These Days gripe about the too-many movie-to-stage adaptations has arrived at long last, and it's a simple three-word response: Death Bec…

'Death Becomes Her' Review: A Laugh-Filled, Tuneful Broadway Musical to Die For by Gordon Cox

In the new Broadway musical "Death Becomes Her," a so-so 1992 movie gets a stunning makeover. Headlined by Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn and a slew of special effects, the film followed two vain…

Theater Review: THE 39 STEPS (Masquers in Point Richmond) by Barry Willis

MASQUERS KNOWS THE STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL, MAGICAL COMEDY Alfred Hitchcock gets a good-natured but thorough pummeling in The 39 Steps at Masquers Playhouse in Point Richmond, through December…

Death Becomes Her: The Rare Screen-to-Stage Musical That Improves on the Original by Frank Scheck

★★★★☆ Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard play the dueling divas in this musical adaptation of the hit 1992 comedy-fantasy film. The post Death Becomes Her: The Ra…

Death Becomes Her: 1992 Streep-Hawn Film Musicalized, Unbecomingly by David Finkle

★★☆☆☆ Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard are the contentious bffs, with Christopher Gattelli directing-choreographing The post Death Becomes Her: 1992 Streep-Hawn …

The Blood Quilt: Piecing Together a Black Family's History by Michael Sommers

★★★☆☆ Lincoln Center Theater produces Katori Hall's tasty though overstuffed drama The post The Blood Quilt: Piecing Together a Black Family's History appeared …

"A Major Award" from Goodspeed's A Christmas Story by Goodspeed Musicals

Warning: Seeing A Christmas Story may cause sudden bursts of laughter, holiday cheer, and an overwhelming desire for a leg lamp! Get your "major award" when you get your tickets for A Chris…

The Blood Quilt: Katori Hall's Beautifully Stitched Sisters Play by David Finkle

★★★★☆ Lileana Blain-Cruz directs a highly proficient cast hardly upstaged by a series of awesome quilts The post The Blood Quilt: Katori Hall's Beautifully Stit…

Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Opens On Broadway Starring Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard & More

DEATH BECOMES HER comes to life on Broadway tonight as it celebrates its opening at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in a production starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Ch…

300 PAINTINGS by Brittany Crowell

We laugh along the way, but what Kissajukian shows us is something refreshingly creative and unusually original -  much like himself and the art he makes.  Perhaps it takes an unconven…

13 of the biggest Broadway flops in history, from Tammy Faye to Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark by Kevin E G Perry

As Elton John's musical 'Tammy Faye' announces it is to close just days after opening, Kevin E G Perry looks back at some of the biggest Broadway productions that failed to break even

ELF: THE MUSICAL Finds The Joy " Review

Theatrely's Broadway review of Elf: The Musical at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

Photos: First Look At Audra McDonald In GYPSY On Broadway

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway tonight,  Thursday, November 21 at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre.  The production has released its official first look at …

The Arc of Justice: Reflections on Alice Childress's Play About Race, and the Theater by Steven Morris

The post The Arc of Justice: Reflections on Alice Childress's Play About Race, and the Theater appeared first on Stage Raw - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

Broadway Review: DEATH BECOMES HER (Lunt-Fontanne) by Paulanne Simmons

DEATH BECOMES HER IS NOT FOR PURITANS OR VICTORIAN GRANDMOTHERS. BUT HOW MANY OF THEM ARE AROUND TODAY? Death Becomes Her, the new musical based on the eponymous 1992 black comedy/fantasy an…

How 'Wicked's' Makeup Artist Found the Perfect Shade of Green for Elphaba in a Discontinued Eyeshadow Line by Jazz Tangcay

When Cynthia Erivo signed on to play Elphaba in Universal's big-screen adaptation of "Wicked," she knew one thing: she wanted to be green. But Erivo wanted to actually be green, not have the…

Original WICKED Cast Album Streams Increase Ahead of Movie Soundtrack

With the Wicked movie and accompanying soundtrack finally arriving tomorrow, Broadway fans are returning to a tried-and-true classic. This past week, listeners are increasingly tuning int…

Edge Effect's MOURNING MACHINE

By . Mourning Machine is a low-stakes participatory ritual designed to honor the history and resilience of the NYC theater community/ies during a time of uncertainty and reconfiguration. 

See Postmodern Jukebox LIVE in Los Angeles on Nov 24, 2024 #postmodernjukebox #vintage #pmjtour by Postmodernjukebox

Get dressed up this Sunday & watch us bring the vintage world of Postmodern Jukebox to life in a historic 1920s theater in Los Angeles! Get tix for PMJ live at The Wiltern (and other tour st…

Every Day Is Migrants Day

By . The Segal will be marking International Migrants Day by showcasing the work of a diverse group of artists and organizations with projects that foreground migrant narratives.

See Sutton Foster Become Once Upon a Mattress' Winnifred, Maid of the Mire by Hayley Levitt

Broadway.com's Emmy-nominated docuseries Character Study is back, and with the actress who kicked it off 14 years ago. Sutton Foster has pulled back the curtain on her Broadway transfo…

Celebrating PAJ and Bonnie Marranca

By . For more than four decades, PAJ has explored innovative works in theatre, performance art, dance, video, writing, technology, sound, and music through wide-ranging cultural dialogue and…

Swept Away by TotalTheater

Broadway " Longacre Theater: 220 West 48 Street. Nov. 17, 2024-Dec. 29, 2024. Musical. Authors: Book: John Logan; Score: The Avett Brothers. Director: Michael Mayer. Choreographer: David Neu…

Broadway Jeopardy! Game #25 (11/21/24) 26 All-New Clues for MUSICAL THEATRE NERDS! w/SPECIAL GUEST! by Broadway By Ghostlight

It's time for an ALL-NEW episode of Broadway Jeopardy!! 5 Categories, 25 Clues PLUS the Final Jeopardy Question! And this week we welcome special guest clue master, Richard Schoch, author of…

Alvin Ailey Dance Chooses Alicia Graf Mack to Be Next Leader by Brian Seibert

Mack, director of the dance division at Juilliard, will be the popular company's fourth artistic director.

Gateway Studios & Production Services Hires Cory Walker as Sales Manager by Michael Eddy

Gateway Studios & Production Services, a St. Louis-based production company, is proud to announce the hiring of Cory Walker as its Sales Manager. With a host of industry credits th…

Video: ELF's Kalen Allen Gets Into the Holiday Spirit

In this video, the hilarious and mega talented actor Kalen Allen is live and in-person at The Friki Tiki bar and venue space in Hell's Kitchen. Allen gets into the Holiday Spirit and d…

What's Playing on Broadway: Thanksgiving Week 2024

If your Thanksgiving plans this year include enjoying a Broadway show, take note that most productions will play a special schedule for the holiday week. We've got all the details here!

Rita Moreno and Rachel Zegler to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Tonight

It's a West Side Story reunion! Tonight on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Rita Moreno and Rachel Zegler will appear on the show, with the latter discussing her starring roles in Broadway's …

"Lettere D'Amore": A Tribute to Glorious Follies of Love"at The Marsh  by Corey Finnegan

Millennial Notes Dacia Maraini Seduces with Longings for Romantic Rapture by Corey Finnegan There's a reason we call it "falling" in love. Not "rising" or "expanding" or "resetting." Anyone …

Video: Why Malcolm Washington Made THE PIANO LESSON As His Directorial Debut

Filmmaker Malcolm Washington recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss his new film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson and explained why he chose to make this project for his dire…

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical by Elyse Trevers

With his raspy gravelly voice and broad smile, trumpet-player Louis Armstrong has become an iconic figure. Yet his story is much more complex than that. The new Broadway bio-musical, "It's A…

Will Robert Downey Jr. earn a 2025 Tony nomination for 'McNeal' following 2024 Emmy and Oscar wins? by David Buchanan

Over the past 10 years Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar has batted a thousand at the Tony Awards. Both of his past Broadway outings " "Disgraced" in 2014 and "Junk" in 2017 " we…

RAGTIME Reunion Concert Stream Canceled at PBS for Second Time

BroadwayWorld has learned that the PBS stream of the Ragtime reunion concert, which was scheduled for November 29, has been canceled for the second time.

Photo: Meryl Streep Sends Megan Hilty Flowers and a Note for DEATH BECOMES HER

Meryl Streep sent a note to Megan Hilty, who is currently starring in the Broadway adaptation of Death Becomes Her! See what the note said and learn more about the Broadway production!

Composer Stephen Schwartz on What Shooting the Wicked Movie Was Like by TheaterMania

The songwriter tells us all about what it was like to make #Wicked into a major motion picture.

Elton John Has Moved On (Sort of) by Caitlin Huston

In a far more zen place, the pop icon is the subject of a new documentary made by his husband.

David Henry Hwang's 'Yellow Face' to be filmed for PBS by Michael Abourizk

Star Daniel Dae Kim's production company, 3AD, will partner with PBS on the capture.

In 'Music City' and 'Babe,' Existential Battles of the Heart and Soul by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Bedlam's country music show is a rollicking good time. But the New Group's production of "Babe," starring Marisa Tomei, is a frustrating one-act lacking cohesion.

Video: Inside Opening Night of ELF with Grey Henson, Sean Astin & More

Elf just celebrated its opening night on Broadway and BroadwayWorld was there! Watch more from the cast and creative team in this video.

Stephen Sachs feted at Gala celebration of his 34 years of Fountain Theatre service and leadership by Fountaintheatre

by Terri Roberts/Photos by Cooper Bates Last Saturday, November 16, Fountain Theatre friends and family gathered in the Blossom Ballroom of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel to honor retiring Fo…

Joy Behar, Tovah Feldshuh & More to Star in MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND Off-Broadway

The Off-Broadway world premiere of MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND, a new show by comedy maven Joy Behar, will be presented at MMAC Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

"The Strange Library" Beckons with Masterful Sleight of Hand"at Word4Word by Mary Lou Herlihy

Haruki Murakami Explores the Dark Side of Curiosity by Mary Lou Herlihy "YOUR TIME IN THE READING ROOM HAS BEGUN" announces a cross-dressing maid/librarian (Chuck Lacson) with authority and …

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Songwriter Andy Paley Passes Away at 72

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Spongebob Squarepants songwriter and record producer Andy Paley has passed away at the age of 72. Read the full obituary for Andy Paley here.

Broadway Cares' NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K & 10K to Take Place in April

Broadway fans and stars alike will trade jazz hands for sweatbands at New York City's Governors Island for the NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K & 10K benefitting Broadway Cares. Learn how to atte…

Gowns and Hats and Shoes, Oh My! Paul Tazewell on Reimagining Wicked's Iconic Looks On Screen by Hayley Levitt

From Glinda's airy, blue bubble dress to Elphaba's earthy, black frock and jaunty hat to match, the costumes associated with Wicked" crafted for the stage by Susan Hilferty"have become sacre…

How 'Big Gay Jamboree' and 'Titanique' Creator Marla Mindelle Became the Queen of Off-Broadway: I'm 'the Homeless Man's Lin-Manuel Miran by Rebecca Rubin

Marla Mindelle, the star of Off Broadway's Golden Age fantasia "The Big Gay Jamboree," gets anxiety during every performance. Sure, the delightfully ridiculous show " in which she plays a st…

London Review: "[title of show]" has burst energetically into the Southwark Playhouse for a two-week run by Rebecca Sinclair

JEFF BOWEN & HUNTER BELL's "[title of show]" is a jubilant ode to musical theatre and the tight-knit cast are triumphant in their achievement of this!

A Christmas Carol, Old Vic review " tidings of discomfort and noise by Aleks.sierz

This venue's annual festive classic is seasonally joyous, but its writing is frankly patronizing This Dickens classic is an annual treat, or a Christmas trial " depending on your point of v…

Orlando City and Orlando Pride Select Absen to Elevate Fan Engagement at Inter&Co Stadium by Michael Eddy

In partnership with Absen and Revel, Orlando City and Orlando Pride have transformed the game-day experience, setting a new standard for stadiums across the league. The newly installed Absen…

YELLOW FACE Starring Daniel Dae Kim to Premiere on PBS

Great Performances has announced it will capture Roundabout Theatre Company's production of David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face for premiere on PBS. The Great Performances…

Video: Angelina Jolie Explains How Singing Opera is Like Therapy

Angelina Jolie is shedding light on her performance in Maria. In the biopic, the actress channeled opera star Maria Callas, playing the legendary performer in the later years of her life. Wa…

Martin Castañon Celebrates 'Edición Especial' at Toyota Arena With CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

The 'Edición Especial' concert at Toyota Arena showcased Arturo Villa and Cristian Valenzuela, who make up the internationally-popular Mexican band. They seamlessly wove their way through…

Brompton Technology Powers Metaverse Production's Next-Gen Studio PX ANZEN by Michael Eddy

The Metaverse Production project, a collaborative initiative aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving process efficiency in video production through advanced technology, has …

Gavin Creel Memorial Celebration Livestream by Official London Theatre

A public memorial celebration honoring the life of Gavin Creel, streaming live from Broadway's St. James Theatre on Monday December 2, 2024 at 9:00pm GMT. PLEASE NOTE: This celebration wi…

Gavin Creel Memorial Celebration Livestream by MCC Theater

A public memorial celebration honoring the life of Gavin Creel, streaming live from Broadway's St. James Theatre on Monday December 2, 2024 at 4:00pm EST. PLEASE NOTE: This celebration wil…

Hearst Magazines Hit By Layoffs by Caitlin Huston

The company is home to more than 25 brands in the U.S. including Elle, Esquire, Cosmopolitan, Harper's Bazaar and Town & Country.

Video: How Spencer Liff Made Theater Out of DRAG

Drag: The Musical is bringing audiences to their feet every night at New World Satges, and the man behind the extravaganza is Spencer Liff. Watch the full interview in this video!

Photo: JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Key Art First Look; On Sale Dates Set

Get a first look at key art and more information about John Proctor is the Villain starring Sadie Sink here! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Audra McDonald and the Stars and Creatives Behind Gypsy Speak Ahead of the First Preview Tonight by Broadway.com

The Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald as Momma Rose, begins performances at the renovated Majestic Theatre on November 21 ahead of an official opening night on December 19. …

Photos: Matt Doyle, Ana Villafañe & More in SINATRA THE MUSICAL Rehearsals

A special invitation-only reading of Sinatra The Musical will be presented at the Apollo Theatre. See Matt Doyle and more in rehearsals

We Did Not Consent: a restaging of Britain's undercover police scandal by Dorothy Allen-Pickardjess Gormleylindsay Poulton

Undercover police officers have infiltrated activist networks and forged relationships with individual women for over 50 years, some fathering children with them. Now, three women " disguise…

Michael Morpurgo's Pinocchio review " there's nothing wooden about this magical musical by Arifa Akbar

Watermill theatre, NewburyA stupendous cast, outstanding stagecraft and delightful songs prove how thrilling an old story can become in the right hands This musical incarnation of the classi…

Jesse Eisenberg Sets Musical Comedy Film with Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti

On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Jesse Eisenberg revealed that his next project follows the making of an original musical. Now, it has been confirmed that the film is officially…

How did Starlight Express end up on skates? by Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals

The story of how Starlight Express ended up being staged on roller skates.

Video: Rachel Zegler Recorded SPELLBOUND Songs Before Being Offered the Part

BroadwayWorld sat down with Rachel Zegler and Jenifer Lewis to discuss the animated musical Spellbound, Zegler's involvement in the film, and how to navigate life in a dark world. Watch the …

Let's Discover! " Support New Work at MCC by MCC Theater

By making a tax-deductible gift to MCC today, you are helping us bring bold, innovative new works to the New York theater community. Your generosity will ensure that we can support the creat…

Joy Behar To Lead Cast Of Her Off Broadway Play 'My First Ex-Husband' With Susie Essman, Tovah Feldshuh & Adrienne C. Moore by Greg Evans

EXCLUSIVE: The View cohost Joy Behar will lead a cast of Susie Essman (Curb Your Enthusiasm), Tovah Feldshuh (Broadway's recent Funny Girl) and Adrienne C. Moore (Juror #2) in an Off Broadwa…

Video: THE WIZARD OF OZ Ruby Slippers and Witch Hat Spotlighted on TODAY SHOW

A pair of the iconic ruby slippers from 1939's The Wizard of Oz are currently up for auction. The TODAY Show is taking a closer look at the piece of movie memorabilia, along with the pointy …

John Lithgow to Reprise Performance as Roald Dahl in Giant in the West End by Hayley Levitt

Tony and Golden Globe Award winner John Lithgow will reprise his performance as Roald Dahl in Mark Rosenblatt's Giant, transferring to the West End after a run at London's Royal …

Alaska Thunderf*ck Exposes the Less Glamorous Reality of Drag with Drag: The Musical by Broadway.com

In creating Drag: The Musical, drag icon Alaska Thunderf*ck wanted to create a show that embraced the gloriously seedy reality of drag"not the clean, sanitized version of the art form tha…

Andy Paley Dies: 'SpongeBob SquarePants' Composer, Prolific Producer Of Records, Film & TV Music Was 72 by Greg Evans

Andy Paley, a prolific songwriter, producer and musician who collaborated with such artists as Brian Wilson, Jerry Lee Lewis, the Ramones, Madonna, Elton John, Patti Smith and Deborah Harry,…

Theatre Review: 'Summer, 1976' at Studio Theatre by Charlotte Selton

Even from their first sour meeting, it's clear Alice and Diana have chemistry. A deep and fast intimacy strengthens between them, a platonic summer romance, in parallel with their daughters'…

RAGTIME Reunion Concert With Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Stream on PBS

In 2023, The Entertainment Community Fund presented a one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime at the Minskoff Theatre. The production will now be available to stream on PBS!

Tune In for the Premiere of Next On Stage: Season 5; Airing Friday, November 22

BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, will air its first live shows tomorrow, on November 22. We have all of the detail…

Today on Broadway: Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 - BroadwayRadio

2) Amber Iman to Lead 'Goddess' at Public Theater Next Spring https://playbill.com/article/amber-iman-will-lead-michael-thurber-jocelyn-bioh ...

Video: Nicole Scherzinger Fought to Keep MOANA Character Alive in Sequel

On a recent visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show, Nicole Scherzinger revealed that she pushed for Disney to include her Moana character in the sequel, even when they were considering more grim e…

"The Hills of California" and "Teeth" | THEATER: All the Moving Parts by CUNY TV

Patrick Pacheco explores two bold new theatrical works examining female rage through the lens of myth and melodrama. First, the stellar cast of Jez Butterworth's "The Hills of California" - …

AMC Theatres Reminding Attendees of No-Singing Policy for WICKED Screenings

AMC Theatres is preparing for the opening of Wicked with a new 30-second spot reminding audiences that singing along with the film is not allowed. The advisory will play before screenings of…

Walk to Work with The Outsiders' Sky Lakota-Lynch, No Longer a Broadway Outsider by Broadway.com

In her novel The Outsiders, S.E. Hinton introduces 16-year-old Johnny Cade as a "little dark puppy that has been kicked too many times and is lost in a crowd of strangers." When he first ar…

The Big Gay Jamboree Sets Final Performance Off-Broadway by Hayley Levitt

The Big Gay Jamboree, a new musical comedy created by and starring Titanique mastermind Marla Mindelle, will play its final performance at the Orpheum Theatre on December 15. The mu…

Tony Nominee De'Adre Aziza and More Join Idina Menzel in Redwood on Broadway by Darryn King

The complete cast is set for Redwood, the new musical starring Idina Menzel. The show begins performances on January 4, 2025 at the Nederlander Theatre ahead of a February 13 opening night. …

Jeremy Jordan to Lead Floyd Collins on Broadway This Spring; Full Cast and Creative Team Set by Hayley Levitt

Jeremy Jordan, star of Broadway's The Great Gatsby, will take on the title role in the Broadway premiere of Floyd Collins this spring. Featuring music and lyrics by Tony Award winne…

2024 Rodney Seaborn Playwrights Award Winners Announced by Aussie Theatre

The winners of the Rodney Seaborn Playwrights Award for 2024 were announced tonight at the annual Seaborn, Broughton and Walford

Jeremy Jordan, Jason Gotay & Lizzy McAlpine Will Lead FLOYD COLLINS

Lincoln Center Theater has found it's cast for the Broadway premiere of FLOYD COLLINS, a musical with book by Tina Landau, music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, additional lyrics by Tina L…

Jeremy Jordan Will Star in 'Floyd Collins' on Broadway by Caitlin Huston

The musical features a book by Tina Landau, with music and lyrics by Adam Guettel.

Broadway 'Floyd Collins' Musical Premiere Sets Jeremy Jordan To Lead Cast Of Jason Gotay, Lizzy McAlpine, Others by Greg Evans

Lincoln Center Theater's upcoming Broadway production of Adam Guettel beloved cult musical Floyd Collins will star Jeremy Jordan in the title role, producers announced today, confirming a ru…

The 'Queen of Ireland' Panti Bliss returns to Arts Centre Melbourne for Midsumma Festival by Aussie Theatre

After eight long years, The Queen of Ireland Panti Bliss returns to Australia with her record-breaking, smash hit comedy If

The Rise and Fall of Theatre X by Jeffrey Mosser, John Schneider

By Jeffrey Mosser, JOHN SCHNEIDER. A vital contributor to the theatre landscape in Milwaukee, Theatre X created ripples throughout the national theatre scene.

DEATH BECOMES HER Extends Run Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night

Ahead of tonight's opening night for Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, the production has announced a new block of tickets on sale. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Carrie Hope Fletcher performed Candle On The Water at #WestEndLIVE 🕯️ by Official London Theatre

Who saw Carrie Hope Fletcher perform Candle On The Water dedicated to her daughter? Carrie's performance included a letter to those who might feel a little bit lost. Watch the full video: h…

Exclusive: Jeremy Jordan and Lizzy McAlpine will lead 'Floyd Collins' on Broadway; full cast revealed by Michael Abourizk

Plus, full creative team also announced for the Adam Guettel-Tina Landau musical, and Landau shares what to expect.

Follow Along with Next On Stage: Season 5 with BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag

Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, is officially back for Season 5, and this season is bigger and better than ever. Tune in on Frida…

Come See Me in a Movie of a Play of What Some Say was a Charade Tomorrow Night! by Trav S.D.

From late 2018 through late 2019 I had the honor of performing in Jason Trachtenburg's Lee Harvey Oswald musical Me and Lee at a bevy of off-off locations throughout NYC, including Sidewalks…

Full Cast Revealed for Hayes Theatre Co production of The Pirates of Penzance by Aussie Theatre

A cast of five bold talented performers has been announced for Richard Carroll's boisterously joyful adaptation of The Pirates of

Michael Park Of 'Stranger Things' & 'As The World Turns' Joins Idina Menzel In Broadway Musical 'Redwood' by Greg Evans

Stranger Things actor Michael Park is among the new cast members joining Idina Menzel in the upcoming Broadway musical Redwood, producers announced today. Other new cast members announced to…

Broadway Press Day with 'Gypsy' by Broadway News

In the latest episode of the podcast, hear from Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe and more about what to expect from the 2024 revival.

Follow Along with Next On Stage: Season 4 with BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag

De'Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser, and Khaila Wilcoxon Join Idina Menzel-Led REDWOOD

The full company has been announced for the new musical Redwood, coming to Broadway in 2025, led by Idina Menzel. Learn more about the cast and the production here!

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 11/21/2024; Jobs In Marketing, Accounting, and More

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 11/21/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

"Confederates" takes us two steps forward, one back, at Curious | Theater review by Lisa Kennedy

What, I wonder, would you want to know about the latest production by the city's doggedly bold Curious Theatre Company?

De'Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser and more to join cast of 'Redwood' by Ruthie Fierberg

Find out who will be joining Idina Menzel.

Broadway Shows to Participate in 2024 Thanksgiving Festivities by Matthew Herzog

Kick off the fun and festivities of the Thanksgiving holiday with Broadway performances in Macy's annual parade. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade® will officially usher in the holiday s…

Akram Khan: Gigenis review " dancer's exhilarating return to his roots with an expert ensemble by Lyndsey Winship

Sadler's Wells, LondonIn a production loosely based on the Mahabharata, Khan has gathered classical Indian dancers who create a world that echoes through the centuries Akram Khan is at an in…

Ayr Gaiety's Mother Goose Features Two deaf actors cast in Scottish First by Staff Writer

Mother Goose will be The Gaiety's first in-house production to feature actors performing in BSL, Sign Supported English and spoken English throughout, and Scotland's first hea…

Deafinitely Theatre Announce New Programme For 2025 The Deaf Theatre Makers Series by Staff Writer

Deafinitely Theatre today announces the launch of a new programme for 2025 - The Deaf Theatre Makers consisting of practical training sessions aiming to improve knowledge and confidence of a…

The world premiere of musical comedy Miss-I-Doll brings a dose of reality to The Other Palace by Staff Writer

The highly anticipated Miss-I-Doll will be staged at The Other Palace Studio, an explosive one-woman musical comedy telling a modern tale of capitalism gone wrong

GIANT starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl transfers to London's West End by Staff Writer

The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT starring John Lithgow will transfer to the West End for a limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre

THE BIG GAY JAMBOREE Sets Off-Broadway Closing Date

The Big Gay Jamboree will play its final performance off-Broadway next month. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets for its final weeks here!

The Phantom of the Opera US Tour Trailer by The Phantom Of The Opera

Experience the power of the Phantom with your nearest performance: http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com Far beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House, hides the Phantom …

Singing Through Grief: A Review of "Blue" at Lyric Opera by Dennis Polkow

"Blue" is a powerful and moving new work deeply rooted in the continuum of operatic tradition.

Today on Broadway: Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

Reviews for 'Swept Away,' Public's 'Goddess' Announces Cast, First Look at 'Death Becomes Her' Since 2016, "Today on Broadway" has been the first and only daily podcast recapping the top the…

The Sound of Music review " charming musical nourishes the soul by Mark Fisher

Pitlochry Festival theatreIn our dark times, the Rodgers and Hammerstein classics offer a sugar-coated disguise for a show with political heft Elizabeth Newman's six-year tenure as Pitlochry…

GIANT Starring John Lithgow Will Transfer to the West End

The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT will have a 14 week limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End. Learn more about the show here!

Relish Theatre Announces Regeneration Season of Three Queer Shows for 2025 by Staff Writer

Relish Theatre has announced their Spring 2025 season of three queer works across theatres in North London

Fuel presents There's a Bear on My Chair by Staff Writer

First published by Nosy Crow, Ross Collins' award-winning children's book There's a Bear on My Chair will come to life live on stage in early 2025 adapted for the stage and featuring loveabl…

The Wicked Sequel: What to Expect in 2025 by Belaid S

The cinematic adaptation of Wicked is set to conclude its story with a sequel scheduled for release on November 21,

Laura Whitmore Joins UK and Ireland Tour of The Girl On The Train by Staff Writer

Laura Whitmore is set to star as Rachel Watson at certain dates in a new UK tour of the smash-hit Wiltshire Creative Production of The Girl on the Train

Jay McGuiness To Play Shakespeare In Second Leg of Award-Winning Musical & Juliet UK and Ireland Tour by Staff Writer

Jay McGuiness will star as Shakespeare during the second leg of the & JULIET tour from Bristol to Nottingham

Cate Blanchett, James Graham, and Sarah Wiggins Join National Theatre Board by Belaid S

The National Theatre has announced the appointment of Cate Blanchett, James Graham, and Sarah Wiggins to its board of trustees,

Sitting Bull and the Show Business by Trav S.D.

November is Native American History Month; next year (2025) will mark the 350th anniversary of King Phillip's War, the beginning of the end for the native people as the dominant pol…

La Clique | 2024 West End trailer by Official London Theatre

This week, get up to 34% off on-the-day tickets for La Clique at the TKTS booth in Leicester square or online. Step inside the magnificent Leicester Square Spiegeltent and experience the wo…

Why Did Sarah Reese Leave Chicago Med? Is Rachel DiPillo Coming Back For Good? - Soaps.com

... playbill.com/article/a-fine-showmance-loves-labours-lost-co-stars-colin-donnell-and-patti-murin-com-325772" target="_blank"><em>Playbill</em> ...

'Juror #2' will stream on Max in December after mysteriously small theatrical campaign by Tribune News Service

LOS ANGELES " Clint Eastwood's legal drama "Juror #2" is set to debut on Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming service Max on Dec. 20, adding to the controversy over the limited theatrical run …

Introducing Marissa Bode, the actor making 'Wicked' history in her film debut by Tribune News Service

LOS ANGELES " The cast of "Wicked" is stacked with well-known names: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Peter Dinklage, Bowen Yang. But one actor yo…

Oscars 2025: Early assumptions. True or false? by Tribune News Service

LOS ANGELES " We're a week out from Thanksgiving, still figuring out how much turkey to buy (really? that much?), how a bird that size will possibly fit into our oven and whether we might us…

Video: John Kander Joins CABARET Cast to Celebrate 58th Anniversary of Original Broadway Production

Last night, legendary Broadway composer John Kander and the cast of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre celebrated the 58th anniversary of the original Br…

Kerry Ellis Will Lead UK Premiere of IF/THEN

IF/THEN, the celebrated musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning team Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, will make its UK premeire next year, starring Kerry Ellis. Learn more here!

'The Piano Lesson' Review: Ghosts in the Instrument by Alissa Wilkinson

This film adaptation of August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play falters in some specifics, but is still vital viewing.

'Wicked' Review: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in Oz by Manohla Dargis

Cynthia Erivo is the strongest draw in this splashy, overly long movie, which is the first installment in a two-part adaptation of the Broadway show.

Light Up Night, 'MJ,' Pentatonix and more things to do around Pittsburgh this weekend by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 21, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Frantic Assembly Celebrates 30th Anniversary with New Programme by Staff Writer

Internationally acclaimed theatre company Frantic Assembly celebrate 30 years with the  announcement of a dynamic new programme of work

Why Am I So Single? | 2024 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Grab a hot date (or a mate) and see Why Am I So Single? the new musical from the creators of SIX playing a limited season at the Garrick Theatre until 19 January. Why Am I So Single? is a …

UNESCO City of Design showcases creative prowess: Geelong Design Week returns for 2024

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Red Stitch announces 2025 season

The post Red Stitch announces 2025 season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Homegrown talent Daniel Evans appointed as Queensland Theatre Artistic Director by Aussie Theatre

Celebrated Director, Theatre-maker and award-winning playwright Daniel Evans has been announced as Queensland Theatre's new Artistic Director. Queensland Theatre Chair

Queensland Theatre announces Daniel Evans as its new Artistic Director

The post Queensland Theatre announces Daniel Evans as its new Artistic Director appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Nick Fradiani Guessing Neil Diamond Songs | THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by A Beautiful Noise Musical

While in Chicago, Cooper Clack quizzed Nick Fradiani on his knowledge of Neil Diamond songs. * If you know the 1 song Nick missed in this video, comment the song title below! The story o…

Fucked Up? Orchestra Doesn't Love That You Call Their Workspace "The Pit" by Broadway Beat

by Melia Hagino. @meliahagino. NEW YORK, NY " Members of several Broadway orchestras spoke out this week about the unjust treatment they...