Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Letters from London | Dispatch #1: We Must Make Our Ghosts Our Guests by Sarah Kornfeld

On the birth of a space for Ibraaz, Ibrahim Mahama’s haunted parliament, and the conscience of London. Dear friend, Were you concerned I had not made it alive? What with the travel and the…

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Video: A Look Inside Glinda and Elphaba's Strained Friendship in WICKED: FOR GOOD

Not everything is thrillifying when we catch up with Glinda and Elphaba in Wicked: For Good. A new behind-the-scenes featurette for the forthcoming film highlights the two characters and the…

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The Diffusion of Rules in Naomi Wallace’s SLAUGHTER CITY by Tess Walsh

The work of Naomi Wallace has mainly lived on the fringes of New York theatre. Perhaps because it is too sermonesque, too figmental, a little delusive. I read One Flea Spare as a teen and fo…

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Video: Renée Elise Goldsberry Talks Playing the First Lady in A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE

Hamilton star Renée Elise Goldsberry is returning to the world of American politics in the new thriller film House of Dynamite. In the movie, the Tony winner plays the First Lady of the Uni…

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Alex Brightman and Sara Chase Are Going to Schmigadoon! on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Both will reprise their performances from the Washington, D.C. world premiere.

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Lola Tung, Jordan Fisher, More Led Readings of New Zack Zadek Musical, The Turning by Andrew Gans

Sammi Cannold directed the presentations, also featuring choreography by Chanel DaSilva and music direction by Geoffrey Ko.

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Alex Brightman and Sara Chase to Star in Schmigadoon! on Broadway by Jamie Kravitz

Alex Brightman and Sara Chase are returning to the Golden Age of musical theater in Schmigadoon! on Broadway. The pair will reprise the roles of Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble, which they o…

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Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Joshua Boone Join Joe Turner's Come and Gone Broadway Revival by Margaret Hall

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric "The Entertainer" will star in the Debbie Allen-directed production of the August Wilson classic.

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Aya Cash, Elliot Levey and Rachael Stirling Join John Lithgow-Led Giant This Spring by Jamie Kravitz

Giant, the Olivier-winning play from Mark Rosenblatt, has set its opening night for March 23, 2026 at the Music Box Theatre on Broadway and announced additional cast. As previously reported,…

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Artists plan nationwide US protests against Trump and ‘authoritarian forces’ by Benjamin Lee

Michael Moore, Lynn Nottage, Ava DuVernay and Amanda Palmer will take part in an event series to ‘unite in defiance’ Artists and artistic organisations around the US are set to take part…

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The Limón Dance Company Tries to Shake Up Its Fusty Image by Brian Seibert

The Limón Dance Company tries to shake up its image with a world premiere by Diego Vega Solorza and a reimagined “Emperor Jones.”

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In ‘Other,’ Ari’el Stachel Confronts His Identity Issues by Robin Pogrebin

In his solo Off Broadway show “Other,” Ari’el Stachel explores the anxiety that has exacerbated his struggles with being an Arab Jew.

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Aya Cash, Elliot Levey, and Rachael Stirling Join John Lithgow In GIANT On Broadway

Giant starring John Lithgow as Ronald Dahl, will begin performances on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre on March 11. Alongside Lithgow, the production will star Aya Cash, Elliot Levey, and …

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Finding The Beauty In CAROLINE — Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of Caroline at MCC Theater in New York City starring Chloë Grace Moretz

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AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Finalist Jimmie Herrod to Release Jazz-Inspired Sondheim Album

America’s Got Talent All-Star/Finalist Jimmie Herrod is set to release his first-ever full-length album, PRETTY IS WHAT CHANGES, due out on November 21st. The set features new jazz takes o…

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Why I Left The Kennedy Center by Gabriela

A former copywriter for the D.C. organization reflects on the tenuous position of arts workers under the Trump administration.

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Photos: Andre De Shields and More on TARTUFFE Opening Night

All new photos have been released from the opening night of André De Shields is Tartuffe. The production runs through November 23 at New York's House of the Redeemer. Check out the photos b…

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Ruben Santiago-Hudson and Joshua Boone Join JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE

Additional casting has been announced for August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway, starring Taraji P. Henson and Cedric “The Entertainer”. Directed by Golden Globe Awa…

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WICKED: PART ONE Returning to Theaters Ahead of FOR GOOD

Good news! Wicked fans and Ozian newcomers will have the chance to experience Part One of the Wicked movie on the big screen when it returns to theaters November 14-20. This comes just ahead…

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Aya Cash, Rachael Stirling & Elliot Levey Join John Lithgow in GIANT on Broadway

Producers Brian and Dayna Lee, Stephanie Kramer and Nicole Kramer, Josh Fiedler and Robyn Goodman, and Royal Court Theatre just announced that tickets for the Broadway run of the Olivier Awa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

Video: Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany Star in First Teaser for AMADEUS Series

The official teaser trailer has dropped for Amadeus, the new series adaptation of Peter Shaffer’s award-winning stage play. The series features The White Lotus star Will Sharpe as Wolfgang…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

Video: Aubrey Plaza and More in LET'S LOVE! at Atlantic Theater Company

Atlantic Theater Company has released new footage from the world premiere of Let’s Love!, written by Academy Award winner Ethan Coen and directed by Tony Award nominee Neil Pepe, ahead of …

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Oliver Tompsett and Samantha Barks Will Star in Stage Adaptation of THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

The stage adaptation of the hit 2017 film The Greatest Showman at Bristol Hippodrome in Briston, England will star Oliver Tompsett as P.T. Barnum and Samantha Barks as Charity Barnum. 

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Alex Brightman & Sara Chase Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway

Schmigadoon has found its leading players! Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice) and Sara Chase (The Great Gatsby) will reprise their roles of Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble in the Broadway producti…

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Theatrical Rights Worldwide Acquires Licensing Rights for Broadway’s PIRATES! The Penzance Musical

Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW) has announced acquisition of the exclusive worldwide performance rights to PIRATES! The Penzance Musical, the jazzy and joyous reimagining of the beloved Gi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:36AM

Are Touring Productions on Broadway Short-Changing Performers?

All over social media in recent weeks have been complaints about the fact that Actors’ Equity members in Mamma Mia! and Beetlejuice are not getting paid Broadway minimum. This started even…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:35AM

How to Get A Head in Show Business: The Virginia Leith Centennial by Trav S.D.

Sultry actress/model Virginia Leith (1925-2019) was born 100 years ago this day. Having trouble placing her? She was the lead head in The Brain That Wouldn’t Die (1962) — and it’s just…

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Coming Across with Ransom Sherman by Trav S.D.

A few quick lines about a popular personality who was well known in America for at least three decades, now completely forgotten, Ranson Sherman (1898-1985). As is not uncommon, Sherman’s …

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Alex Brightman and Sara Chase Will Star in SCHMIGADOON! On Broadway

Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman and Sara Chase will reprise their roles as Josh and Melissa in Schmigadoon! on Broadway! Brightman and Chase originated the roles in The Kennedy Center prod…

SOURCE: Theatrely at 10:30AM

Podcast: Booze in theatres by Alex Miller and toni Tresca

Miners Alley’s Len Matheo joins to talk about the pros and cons of running a bar, plus Top 10 Colorado Headliners

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Alex Brightman & Sara Chase To Star In Broadway’s ‘Schmigadoon!’ by Greg Evans

Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice) and Sara Chase (The Great Gatsby, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) will reprise their roles of Josh Skinner and Melissa Gimble in the upcoming Broadway production of S…

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Giant

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How to Get $49 Tickets to Chess on Broadway, Beginning Previews October 15 by Margaret Hall

The production, playing Broadway's Imperial, has also extended its limited run.

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Ansel Elgort Will Make Professional Dance Debut in The Who Rock Ballet Quadrophenia by Logan Culwell-Block, Natan Zamansky

Directed by Rob Ashford and choreographed by Paul Roberts, the dance work is headed Off-Broadway.

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Pirates! The Penzance Musical Joins Theatrical Rights Worldwide Catalogue for Licensing by Logan Culwell-Block

Roundabout brought the jazzy rendition of the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta to Broadway last season.

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See Who's Joining John Lithgow's Roald Dahl in Giant on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Much of the Mark Rosenblatt play's West End cast will reprise their performances on the Main Stem.

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Even Broadway Super Nerds Won't Get Every Question Right In This Quiz by Logan Culwell-Block

In honor of the upcoming Broadway bow of Schmigadoon!, we're testing your knowledge of Golden Age musical theatre—but we've pulled no punches.

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Theater Review: “Madame Mozart, The Lacrimosa” — A Comic Requiem about Genius and Survival by David Greenham

Whatever really happened in those hectic weeks of December 1791, this modern take on the creation of Mozart’s Requiem might well turn out to have classic possibilities of its own.

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Doing It Wrong Together: Alexa West’s Jawbreaker and the Choreography of Strain by Alex Goss

Actual transformation will generate friction and call for care; work will require rest, and resentments made will require dialogue.

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Ansel Elgort Joins the Cast of QUADROPHENIA at New York City Center

Golden Globe Award nominee Ansel Elgort will make his professional dance debut as ‘The Godfather’ in Pete Townshend’s Quadrophenia, A Rock Ballet featuring direction by Rob Ashford and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:02AM

CHESS Extended Through May 2026; Digital Lottery and Rush Announced

The first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS moves its pieces onto the board tonight at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Due to high demand, it has been announced that the engagement has been exte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:02AM

Women in Jazz ***** by Barry Gordin

By Paulanne Simmons October 15, 2025: Four of the greatest female jazz vocalists are Lena Horne, Sarah Vaugn, Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. If you like jazz, they are probably high …

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Broadway Grosses w/e 10/12/2025 by Ken Davenport

Broadway surged over the holiday weekend, with total grosses up... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 10/12/2025 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

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‘Giant’ With John Lithgow As Roald Dahl Sets Broadway Opening Date, Cast Including Aya Cash by Greg Evans

Mark Rosenblatt’s Olivier Award-winning play Giant starring John Lithgow as iconic children’s author Roald Dahl has set its Broadway opening date for Monday, March 23, 2026, and will bri…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:00AM
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Ansel Elgort To Make Professional Dance Debut In Pete Townshend’s ‘Quadrophenia, A Rock Ballet’ At New York City Center by Greg Evans

Actor Ansel Elgort (Baby Driver, West Side Story) will make his professional dance debut in Pete Townshend’s Quadrophenia, A Rock Ballet at New York City Center next month. Directed by Rob…

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Ansel Elgort

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The Secret Gem You Need To Know About: Powerhouse:International

Deep in the heart of Brooklyn, just off the Gowanus Canal, hidden behind a CubeSmart storage facility, is the colossal Powerhouse Arts building, home to the Powerhouse: International festiva…

SOURCE: Theatrely at 09:40AM

“WoodWork: The Musical” Premieres in Fort Lauderdale, a 25-Minute Original Production About Abraham Lincoln’s Early Life by Website Administrator

A new original musical, WoodWork, will debut on Sunday, October 26 from 7:30 to 8:30 PM at Paradigm Theaters in Fort Lauderdale. Written by 14-year-old playwright and producer Elai, the 25-m…

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“Let’s Love!” – A Dramedy About Connection by Alix Cohen

By Alix Cohen With Let’s Love! Ethan Coen gives us a contemporary La Ronde, the French anthology film directed by Max Ophüls. Seemingly disparate chapters on sex/love/attachment unexpecte…

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Theatrical Rights Worldwide acquires licensing rights for ‘Pirates! The Penzance Musical’ by Andy Lefkowitz

The Tony Award-nominated New Orleans-inspired adaptation of “The Pirates of Penzance” can now be performed by amateur troupes.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:01AM

Front Row Boards Lebanese Comedian John Achkar’s Historic Performance Of  ‘Tryin’ At L’Olympia In Paris by Melanie Goodfellow

Dubai-based Front Row Filmed Entertainment has added a new string to its bow to come on board as a producer on Lebanese comedian John Achkar’s one-night performance of his show Tryin’ at…

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Lifers review – an inside look at the ageing prison population by Chris Wiegand

Southwark Playhouse Borough, LondonA young officer becomes the de facto carer of a vulnerable inmate in Evan Placey’s well-observed play about a stretched Prison Service A decade ago, play…

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Katya Kabanova

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Is “Dutchman” a Play Worth Reviving? by Hugh Iglarsh

Some good acting and interesting directorial choices can’t save Amiri Baraka’s misogynistic one-acter.

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025 by Matt Tamanini

Broadway musicians give strike authorization, Diane Keaton dies, ‘Mincemeat’ extends Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only daily podcast recapping the top theat…

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Broadway 3-peats: Casey Likes by JK

Here is the second 3-peater in our new series, Broadway 3-peats, which recognizes theater folk who have made a big impression on us three times in a row. This young man has taken the New Yor…

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The Greatest Showman Musical Premiere Cast and Dates Announced by Ben Thomas

Disney has officially released all the details for the new stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman. The highly anticipated stage musical adaptation of the hit movie is set to premiere in th…

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Oliver Tompsett and Samantha Barks Will Lead Stage Premiere of THE GREATEST SHOWMAN; Full Cast

Disney Theatrical Group has announced the full cast and creative team for the upcoming stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman, based on the 2017 film, with songs by Benj Pasek and Justin P…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24AM

Marina Abramović: Balkan Erotic Epic review – a thrilling collision of ecstasy and grief by Catherine Love

Aviva Studios, ManchesterResisting simple titillation, this sprawling four-hour odyssey through often naked rituals has weddings, funerals and eye-popping love potions Factory International�…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:12AM

Meet the Cast of The Greatest Showman Stage Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

Broadway favorites Lorna Courtney and Samantha Barks will bring the 2017 movie musical to the stage in the U.K.

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Samantha Barks

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Oliver Tompsett

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Conrad Ricamora Will Lead A CHORUS LINE in the Philippines

Conrad Ricamora will make his Philippine stage debut in A Chorus Line next year! Performances will run March 12–29, 2026 at Samsung Performing Arts Theater. Ricamora will take on the role …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:42AM

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 15, 2025- OH, MARY Welcomes Jane Krakowski and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: NEW - BWW For You, Personalized …

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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TIFF50: “Peak Everything”: A Guide on How to Fall in Love While the World Ends by Ross

The TIFF Film Review: Peak Everything By Ross “I wish I understood the world better,” he says, adding, “It became so complicated.” It’s an idea that is so true and so deeply ingrai…

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George Clooney in ‘Good Night, and Good Luck,’ and More Theater to Stream by Elisabeth Vincentelli

This month’s picks include Clooney’s Broadway run as the CBS journalist Edward R. Murrow and an audio play starring Hugh Jackman.

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Review: Bog Witch at Soho Theatre Walthamstow by Ke Meng

Review: Bog Witch at Soho Theatre Walthamstow “Bog Witch is a deeply self-reflective, inherently bitter, and emotionally difficult performance.” The post Review: Bog Witch at Soho Theat…

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Fall at City Ballet: Promotions, Debuts and Transcendent Dancing by Gia Kourlas

The programs were all over the map, but the dancers held the season together. Six were promoted, including India Bradley, the first Black female to become a soloist.

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Studio Tours Shouldn’t Replicate The Gallery Experience by Joe Patti

For two weekends this month, the local Creative District is operating their annual artist studio tours. There are other associated activities, but the artists’ opening their spaces for peo…

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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HTDE: Earthquakes, Dentists, and How To Talk To Your Dog by NPR

On today’s episode: a bold new way to help out when an earthquake hits, and Mike and Ian help out a listener with the help of a friendly dentist and a dog named Stella. Plus, our continuin…

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Tab Benoit

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Bee Gees NOW!

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Fashion For Life

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HARRY CLARKE

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Brass Express

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REED TIMMER

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Melissa Aldana

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Colony Bay Club

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Baruch PAC

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Alive & Kicking

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Fridays at iO

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Remembering Mama Africa: struggle of fearless singer Miriam Makeba told in daring dance drama by Lyndsey Winship

Mimi’s Shebeen, choreographed by Alesandra Seutin, charts South African legend’s exile and ascendancy with ‘beautiful songs, strong messages and moments that hit’ “You speak about …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:42AM

Chess, Starring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, Makes Its First Move on Broadway Tonight by Darryn King

It's game on for the Broadway revival of Chess, starring Tony winner Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher. The musical begins performances at the Imperial Theatre on Octo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:36AM
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Ngaere Jenkins

The post On the Couch with Ngaere Jenkins appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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Meet the Cast of CHESS, Now Playing on Broadway

Chess is back on Broadway! Previews for Chess begin Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. The production officially opens Sunday, November 16. Meet the cast of Chess below! Starring…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:31AM

Entertainment Community Fund announces 2025 Alex Dubé Scholarship recipients by Andy Lefkowitz

The Dancers’ Resource, also program of the Entertainment Community Fund, was founded by Bebe Neuwirth.

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William J. Byrne: The Warrumbar

The post William J. Byrne: The Warrumbar appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents: Saving The Oceans With EM The Master by Suzanna Bowling

Live From The Hotel Edison Times Square Chronicles Presents”, is filmed from the Hotel Edison. On this episode owner Suzanna Bowling talks with EM The Master. Known for her high-energy per…

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