The Beetlejuice Musical Inches Closer to the Stage; Developmental Lab Set for September by Ryan McPhee

Alex Timbers helms the in-the-works musical.

Photo Flash: Rachel Tucker and Ben Forster Take the Stage at WEST END LIVE 2017 by BroadwayWorld

The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 took place last weekend, and BroadwayWorld has photos of Rachel Tucker and Ben Forsterperforming as part of the thrilling outdoor …

TV Exclusive: Tony Winner Christopher Ashley Talks Broadway Bound ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE by BroadwayWorld TV

BroadwayWorld exclusively spoke to Tony Award Winning Director Christopher Ashley Come From Away about his new Broadway-bound musical, ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE. Check out the video below

Social: Eva Longoria, Minnie Driver, Weird Al, Rachelle Ann Go and More Sing from Hamilton for #Ham4All Part 2 by BroadwayWorld

Lin-Manuel Miranda is raising money for the Immigrants We Get The Job Done Coalition via Prizeo with this Ham4All social challenge. You can be entered to win two VIP tickets to the opening n…

Alex Newell, La Chanze, and J. Harrison Ghee Will Get Stage Fright in July by Robert Viagas

Check out the summer lineup for the weekly talk show at NYC's Therapy.

Waitress Will Offer a Digital Lottery for One Day Only by Ryan McPhee

The musical will offer fans the chance to purchase $40 tickets in celebration of the 500th performance.

Photo Flash: Sutton Foster, Hilary Duff & More Attend YOUNGER Season Four Premiere Party by BroadwayWorld

The cast of TV Land's YOUNGER celebrated at Season 4 premiere party at Mr. Purple on in New York City last night, Tuesday, June 27th. The new season premieres tonight on TV Land. Check out …

‘Will’ on TNT: A Punk-Rock Shakespeare, Striving and Stage-Diving in the Big City by Alexis Soloski

“Will,” which features the playwright in his formative years, is heavy on the tattoos and piercings.

Nick Adams Is Gabey in Gateway’s On the Town, Starting June 28 by Andrew Gans

The classic musical, which celebrates New York City, plays the Long Island venue through July 15.

Nicole Kidman and the Kids of The Beguiled Pay Tribute to Hamilton With ‘Schuyler Sisters’ Performance by Ryan McPhee

The cast of the new Sofia Coppola movie are among the latest to take part in the #Ham4All challenge.

Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Wyndham's Theatre, London, review: Audra McDonald is absolutely astonishing by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald makes her West End debut as the jazz icon, Billie Holiday

Ink, Almeida, London, review: An impressively unpreachy look at the red tops' circulation wars by Holly Williams, Holly Williams

James Graham's new play about the rise of 'The Sun' newspaper which stars Bertie Carvell as Rupert Murdoch is directed by Rupert Goold

Tickets Are Now On Sale for Musical Comedy Curvy Widow, Starring Nancy Opel by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for Curvy Widow, a new musical comedy beginning performances on July 20 at off-Broadway's Westside Theatre. Directed by Peter Flynn and featuring a book by B…

Testosterone-Filled A Clockwork Orange Stage Adaptation to Make Off-Broadway Debut by Andy Lefkowitz

Director Alexandra Spencer-Jones’s electrifying London stage adaptation of the 1962 book and 1971 film A Clockwork Orange will make its New York premiere at off-Broadway's New Worl…

Mercedes Ruehl Will Join Michael Urie in Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song Off-Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

Tony and Academy Award winner Mercedes Ruehl will star as Mrs. Beckoff in the upcoming off-Broadway revival of Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song. As previously announced, the production…

Photo Coverage: Pie Perfection- WAITRESS Cast Tastes Sweet Treats from 'Sugar, Butter, Flour: The Waitress Pie Cookbook' by Walter McBride

Just yesterday, the stars of Broadway's hit musical Waitress, Betsy Wolfe, Drew Gehling and Joe Tippett, put their taste buds to the test. The trio tasted pies to celebrate thepublication of…

Theater News: Tony and Oscar Winner Mercedes Ruehl to Costar in Second Stage Revival of Torch Song

Michael Urie will lead the production in the role originated by Harvey Fierstein.

Photo Flash: First Look at Rufus Hound, Simon Lipkin, Craig Mather, Neil McDermott and More in THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS in the West End by BroadwayWorld

The new West End musical THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS featuresRufus Hound as the amazing Mr Toad, Simon Lipkin as Ratty, Craig Mather as Mole, Neil McDermott as Chief Weasel, with Denise Welch as…

Theater News: A Clockwork Orange to Make New York Stage Debut

Anthony Burgess's dystopian novel transfers from London to New World Stages.

Capital Finge Preview: ‘WIT & WRATH: The Life & Times of Dorothy Parker’ by Claudia Baumgarten by Guest Author

Listen, I can’t even get my dog to stay down. Do I look to you like someone who could overthrow the government?—During an FBI interrogation at her apartment in 1952. Claudia Baumgart…

Early Bird Social Club, Chango Rosa Kick Off Summer Dance Parties by Katherine Burns

The Early Bird Social Club has a new summer series for adults who like to dance but also like to be in bed by midnight. The series is an expansion of the club's debut this past spring, with …

Broadway: Bette Midler Goes on 2 Week Vacation and Tickets Are Suddenly Available Like Crazy by Roger Friedman

Goodbye, Dolly. Hello, Donna. Last night Donna Murphy stepped into the role of Dolly Levi in “Hello, Dolly!” and I’m sure she Categories: Featured Theater(Read more...)

Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Announces 2017-18 Season by American Theatre Editors

The slate will include new plays and workshop productions by the Rattlestick Apprentice Company.

Mercedes Ruehl Joins 'Torch Song Trilogy' Revival

The Oscar and Tony winner will appear opposite Michael Urie in the off-Broadway staging of Harvey Fierstein's landmark play about a drag performer's search for love. read more

Go Behind the Scenes of a Two-Performance Day at London’s Angels in America by Andrew Gans

The National Theatre has shared a video chronicling a day in the life of the Tony Kushner epic.

Waitress Celebrates Publication of Show-Inspired Cookbook Sugar, Butter, Flour June 27 by Marc J. Franklin

The show’s stars were on hand to commemorate the occasion with a pie tasting featuring treats from the cookbook.

Pierce Brosnan Eager to Show Off Vocal Chops Again in MAMMA MIA Sequel by BroadwayWorld

In a new interview with USA Today, Pierce Brosnan reveals he is eager to show off his vocal chops once again in the recently announced sequel MAMMA MIA HERE WE GO AGAIN. The actor portrayed …

Photo Flash: Meet the Sultry Stars of CABARET at Serenbe Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Serenbe Playhouse, recipient of the prestigious American Theatre Wing grant, and recently honored with the most Suzi Bass Awards for a musical in Atlanta Miss Saigon, will present CABARET, b…

Mercedes Ruehl to Play 'Ma' in Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG at Second Stage by BroadwayWorld

Second Stage Theater has announced that Mercedes Ruehl, winner of the Tony Award, Academy Award, and Golden Globe Award, will star opposite the previously announced Michael Urie in the upcom…

A CLOCKWORK ORANGE Makes Way from London to New York This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Direct from a sold-out, award-winning London run, director Alexandra Spencer-Jones's electrifying, critically-acclaimed stage production of A CLOCKWORK ORANGE, based on Anthony Burgess' 1962…

Meghan Kennedy's Napoli, Brooklyn Opens Off-Broadway at Roundabout by Broadway.com

Meghan Kennedy's new play Napoli, Brooklyn officially opened off-Broadway at the Laura Pels Theatre on June 27. Directed by Gordon Edelstein, the limited engagement will run through Sept…

Mercedes Ruehl Joins Harvey Fierstein’s ‘Torch Song’ Revival by Jeremy Gerard

Tony and Oscar winner Mercedes Ruehl has signed on for Second Stage Theatre’s fall revival of Harvey Fierstein’s landmark dramedy Torch Song. Michael Urie will star as looking-f…

Mercedes Ruehl to Join Michael Urie in Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song by Olivia Clement

The Tony, Oscar, and Golden Globe winner will star as Ma in the Second Stage revival this fall.

Jerry Herman Revue Jerry’s Girls Will Play the York Off-Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The musical celebration featuring songs from Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles; and more, will be presented as part of the Musicals in Mufti series.

Ink at the Almeida Theatre, London – review round-up by Fergus Morgan

James Graham is having a busy 2017. His 2012 smash-hit This House finished its long-overdue West End run in February, his new comedy Labour of Love

VIDEO: Dive Under the Sea with New Highlights from Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny by BroadwayWorld

Disney's The Little Mermaid going swimmingly at The Muny, and BroadwayWorld has a look at new highlights from the show below

Austin Film Fest to Honor Playwright Kenneth Lonergan as 2017 Distinguished Screenwriter by BroadwayWorld

Austin Film Festival amp Writers Conference AFF, the premier festival that champions the writers' contributions to film, television, and new media, released today its 2017 Distinguished Scre…

VIDEO: THE GREAT COMET's Lulu Fall Enlists Denee Benton and More for 'Pretty For A Dark Girl' Single by BroadwayWorld

D.C.-born vocalistcomposer Lulu Fall, actress in the Broadway musical Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812, and Kris Johnson, director of Jazz Studies at the University of Utah trump…

PLAYBILL FIVE: Broadway Powerhouses Joining the Upcoming Playbill Rhône River Cruise

Get up close and personal with Broadway’s most talented stars as you sail the globe’s most picturesque islands and vibrant cities, featuring world class cuisine, culture, care, a…

Lin-Manuel Miranda has celebs singing 'Hamilton' for charity by Associated Press

Lin-Manuel Miranda has Hollywood singing lyrics from his hit musical, "Hamilton," in order to raise money for a coalition of nonprofits focused on immigration. Celebrity participants in Mira…

A Clockwork Orange Is Heading to the New York Stage by Ryan McPhee

Jonno Davies will reprise his performance as Alex DeLarge in the Off-Broadway transfer of the London production.

Write Stuff: CT Authors Trail Hosting Dozens Of Free Talks by Carole Goldberg

The ninth annual Connecticut Authors Trail begins Thursday, July 6, with a free talk by Diana Ross McCain, historian and author, at 6:30 p.m. at the Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5 Tyler Dr…

Schimmel Center to Host a Two-Day Toast to the Bottom Line by Sophie Haigney

The bandleader Paul Shaffer will host the festival, which is to include performances from many of the musicians whose careers were shaped there.

BWW Review: LORNA DALLAS: HOME AGAIN, Live At Z?del by Alistair Wilkinson

After a 20-year absence, acclaimed American singer Lorna Dallas returns to cabaret with Home Again, a music medley that pairs classics by celebrated composerswith less well-known, personal f…

BWW Review: BLONDEL THE MUSICAL, Union Theatre by Gary Naylor

Blondel The Musical has elements of pantomime and elements of the real punch of musical theatre in a show that works well only intermittently.

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, Wyndham’s Theatre, London — power and poignancy

Audra McDonald’s performance in this musical play is a remarkable tribute to Billie Holiday

New post-show Q&A: Join Terri to talk to new Superhero musical’s creators by Terri Paddock

As part of her post-show Q&A series, Mates co-founder Terri Paddock will talk to the creators and star of new "one-dad" musical Superhero, premiering at London's Southwark Playhouse, af…

Photo Flash: Waitress Celebrates New Cookbook With Pie Tasting

Stars Betsy Wolfe, Drew Gehling, Joe Tippett were on hand and happy to taste the sample treats.

Broadway Actors Set for Ogunquit’s Bullets Over Broadway by Andrew Gans

Vincent Pastore, who starred in the Woody Allen musical on Broadway, will reprise his performance as Nick Valenti for Maine audiences.

Take an Exclusive First Look at the Leading Players of Cabaret at Serenbe Playhouse by Marc J. Franklin

The production of the Tony Award-winning musical will play August 3–27 in Atlanta.

5 Broadway Powerhouses Joining Playbill’s Next River Cruise by Olivia Clement

See who’s performing on the Rhine River Cruise, setting sail in Switzerland August 13.

BWW Exclusive: Will Derek Hough Dance His Way to Broadway? by Stephanie Wild

BroadwayWorld recently chatted with Derek Hough about his new series World of Dance. Hough also talked abouthis recent role as Corny Collins on Hairspray Live and the possibility of coming t…

VIDEO: ALADDIN's Telly Leung Performs 'Proud of Your Boy' Live on Facebook by BroadwayWorld

As Pride Month comes to a close, actor Telly Leung joins The New York Timesto talk about being an actor who is out, and to sing a song from the Broadway musicalALADDIN - The Musical, in whic…

Photo Flash: America's Most Talented Teens Shine Onstage at the Jimmy Awards! by BroadwayWorld

The winners of the ninth annual JIMMY AWARDS were determined and announced on Monday night, Monday, June 26, 2017, at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway. This life-changing event was hosted by…

A JUDGEMENT IN STONE – Touring by Olivia Mitchell

A Judgement in Stone is a classic thriller adapted from the novel by celebrated crime write, Ruth Rendell. The play is set in the 1970s and focuses on the barriers and social structures of t…

Gary Griffin to direct new circumcision comedy 'Knife to the Heart' by Morgan Greene

"Knife to the Heart: The Circumcision Comedy" will snip its way to Chicago next spring in a production directed by Gary Griffin, it was announced Tuesday. The new Stan Zimmerman and Christia…

Full Casting Announced for London Return of Olivier Award-Winning Jesus Christ Superstar by Andy Lefkowitz

Maimuna Memon will take on the role of Mary Magdalene in Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre's upcoming return mounting of the 2016 Olivier Award-winning Jesus Christ Superstar, ru…

Tickets Are Now On Sale for Jimmy Buffett Musical Escape to Margaritaville by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for Escape to Margaritaville, the new musical featuring the songs of Jimmy Buffett, beginning previews at Broadway's Marquis Theatre on February 16, 2018 and open…

New Music Video of The Hamilton Mixtape's "Immigrants (We Get the Job Done)" Makes the Song More Timely Than Ever by Broadway.com

2016 was capped with the release of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton Mixtape album. Among the compilation's more stirring tracks was K'naan's "Immigrants (We Get the Job Do…

Tickets Are Now On Sale for Musical Comedy The Curvy Widow, Starring Nancy Opel by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for The Curvy Widow, a new musical comedy beginning performances on July 20 at off-Broadway's Westside Theatre. Directed by Peter Flynn and featuring a book …

OMG! See Sutton Foster & the Cast of Younger Hit the Red Carpet for the Season Four Premiere by Lindsey Sullivan

It's so good to have Sutton Foster back in our homes! TV Land's Younger returned to the small screen on June 28, and the two-time Tony winner and the cast glammed up for a swanky red…

Capital Fringe Preview: A Guided Tour of ‘Last Ditch Playlist’ by Brad Baron by Guest Author

Last Ditch Playlist is about two men, Aaron and Wes. They’re probably just broken up. So we flash backwards and forwards in a whirlwind of Aaron’s memories to figure out exactly …

Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda releases Hamilton Mixtape music video featuring Riz Ahmed

Watch the video for Immigrants (We Get The Job Done) here

Native American Group Walks Out of Offensive THE FANTASTICKS in Wyoming by BroadwayWorld

A scene from a 1960 musical is causing outrage in 2017. The musical is The Fantasticks, and the scene has to do with a dated and offensive portrayal of Native Americans. Earlier this month, …

FOOD – Finborough Theatre by Shanine Salmon

Is Food a southern Gothic? There’s sufficient bitterness, sex, abuse, plotting and stifled secrets to see it as such. Its themes are plenty dark enough, and warrant warnings for disordered…

Photo Flash: Napoli, Brooklyn Opens Off-Broadway

Gordon Edelstein directs the world premiere production of Meghan Kennedy's play.

Video Flash: Get a First Look at Hugh Jackman as P.T. Barnum in The Greatest Showman Trailer

Zac Efron, Michelle Williams, and more also star in the new musical film.

Obituary: Lyn James by Michael Quinn

In an era before Australian soap operas became a seemingly permanent fixture on televisions worldwide, Lyn James found herself as the star

George Takei to Return to Allegiance on the West Coast by Olivia Clement

The stage and screen star will lead the cast of the L.A. premiere next spring.

Think About the Children: When Theatres Cross the Line by American Theatre Editors

Shows for young audiences can sometimes be controversial for reasons that surprise even the most thoughtful theatremakers.

Theater News: Boston Court Set for 13th Annual New Play Reading Festival

The Los Angeles theater will present five new works this July.

Hershey Felder Will Bring Our Great Tchaikovsky to L.A. by Adam Hetrick

The actor-pianist’s latest solo work brings to life the Russian composer famous for his scores to The Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty.

Hear Some Beautiful Harmonies in Fan Version of Dear Evan Hansen’s ’Waving Through a Window’ by Andrew Gans

Covers of the Benj Pasek and Justin Paul tune have taken YouTube by storm.

Take a Look at the Premiere of Will, the New TV Series About Young Shakespeare by Hannah Vine

The show officially premieres July 10 across TNT platforms.

Theatre News: Stewart Pringle play wins 2017 Papatango New Writing Prize

The organisation is celebrating its 10th anniversary

Watch Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron & More in the Fantastical Full Trailer for The Greatest Showman by Lindsey Sullivan

Ready? It's showtime! The trailer for Hugh Jackman's eagerly anticipated movie musical The Greatest Showman has arrived. Following yesterday's trailer teasers, the peek inside th…

Review: Fusion Festival at Cambridge Junction by Lily James

A diamond in the rough: Lily James spends a day delving into the delights of Fusion Theatre Festival in Cambridge. The post Review: Fusion Festival at Cambridge Junction appeared first on Ex…

8 Minutes review – dancers and scientists make a stunning cosmic voyage by Judith Mackrell

Sadler’s Wells, LondonAlexander Whitley’s poetic and playful creation captures the alien unknowableness of the universe, as well as its visual magicEight minutes is the time it takes for…

8 Minutes review at Sadler’s Wells, London – ‘fails to ignite’ by Rachel Elderkin

Eight minutes is the time it takes for a photon – the fundamental particle of visible light – to travel from the

Making Fantasy a Reality at American Ballet Theatre by Robert Sandla

The wigs and makeup professionals behind the scenes at ABT talk about achieving big effects without overwhelming the dancers.

Watch the Official Music Video for “Immigrants (We Get the Job Done)” from The Hamilton Mixtape by Ryan McPhee

The fiery track features K’naan, Residente, Riz MC, and Snow Tha Product.

BWW Review: JANE EYRE, Wales Millennium Centre by Kerrie Nicholson

Originally staged at Bristol Old Vic in 2014, Jane Eyre then transferred to London's National Theatre and toured in 2015. Now on a new UK tour, this co-production shows Bronte's beloved clas…

A Fringe Peek at Mamet’s Lakeboat by Guest Writer

Neurotic dreamers, perverse philosophers, booze-ridden angels and sometime fools, mourners of forgotten history, hypochondriac, misogynist and addict bicker, shed their tales and confess the…

On the Great Ghost Shows of Dr. Silkini by Trav S.D.

June 28 is the birth date of one John Edward Kessler, a.k.a. Jack Baker, a.k.a., Dr. Silkini (1914-1980). If you are easily frightened I urge you to turn back now!!! He was born Kessler bu…

Vaudeville vs. Wagner: The Genius of “Spaceballs” by Trav S.D.

I write this post this morning at a time of stellar confluence, a constellational alignment — a harmonic convergence, if you will. Today is the birthday of Mel Brooks (b. 1926); Space…

Megan Hilty Teases Upcoming London Concert by Robert Viagas

The Tony-nominated star of Smash and 9 to 5 will sing at Club 11.

What Do Critics Think of Napoli, Brooklyn? by Olivia Clement

Meghan Kennedy’s coming-of-age story of three sisters takes place in a rapidly-changing Park Slope during the 1960s.

VIDEO: Official Trailer for THE GREATEST SHOWMAN Has Arrived ft. New Music from Pasek & Paul! by BroadwayWorld

Ladies and Gentlemen,Twentieth Century Fox has sharedthe first look at the bold and original new musical,THE GREATEST SHOWMAN Check out the official trailer below

Photo Coverage: NYMF Gets Ready for Its 14th Year! Preview CAMP WANATACHI, MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY VS. THE DEVIL, THE FOURTH MESSENGER and More by Jennifer Broski

Now in its fourteenth year, the 2017New York Musical Festival will take place July 10th through August 6th at The Acorn Theatre at Theatre Row, The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, Playwrights Horiz…

Up on the Marquee: Michael Moore's THE TERMS OF MY SURRENDER by Walter McBride

Academy Award-winning filmmaker, best-selling author, and political icon,Michael Moorewill bring his thought-provoking, controversial fare to Broadway inThe Terms of My Surrender, his theatr…

Photo Coverage: Roundabout Celebrates Opening Night of NAPOLI, BROOKLYN by Jennifer Broski

Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Roundabout Underground alumni playwright Meghan Kennedy's Too Much, Too Much, Too Many new play Napoli, Brooklyn, commissioned by Roundabout, direc…

Stewart Pringle named Papatango New Writing Prize winner by Georgia Snow

Stewart Pringle has won the 2017 Papatango New Writing Prize for his play Trestle. In celebration of the award’s 10th anniversary, Papatango

Sophie B Hawkins Debuts at Cafe Carlyle by Sandi Durell

    by Adam Cohen     New York native singer-songwriter Sophie B Hawkins crafted beguiling home brew intimacy in her Café Carlyle debut Tuesday evening. Deeply wry, fie…

VIDEO: Music Video Released for Immigrants (We Get the Job Done) from THE HAMILTON MIXTAPE by BroadwayWorld

Look how far they've come Straight from the Hamilton Mixtape comes the brand new music video for Immigrants We Get the Job Done, and BroadwayWorld brings you the video below

Casting Complete for the Return of Jesus Christ Superstar at London's Regent’s Park by Andrew Gans

The Olivier-winning production returns for a limited engagement in August.

THE HARD MAN – Edinburgh by Thom Dibdin

Opening up the scope of the Edinburgh International Film Festival’s retrospective on noted Scottish polymath Tom McGrath, the staged script reading of his 1977 play The Hard Man sits perfe…

What We’ll Miss About Glenne Headly: Everything, but Especially That Voice by American Theatre Editors

My Steppenwolf colleague was effervescent, fearless, alluring, and irreplaceable.

Visual Arts Preview: “Summer of Love” at the MFA — A Good Trip by Arts Fuse Editor

The odds have never been more stacked against a Summer of Love.

The Arts on Stamps of the World — June 28 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

‘I Puritaniby’ at Lyric Opera of Chicago by Blouin Artinfo

An opera show entitled “I Puritani” by Vincenzo Bellini will be presented at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, running from February 4 through February 28, 2017.Bellini is popularly known to l…

‘Turandot’ at The Royal Opera House, London by Blouin Artinfo

An opera entitled “Turandot”, the well-known work of Italian opera composer Giacomo Puccini, will be staged at the Royal Opera House, London running from July 5 through July 16, 2017.Dir…

‘The Visit’ at National Centre for the Performing Arts, Beijing by Blouin Artinfo

Presented by Deutsches Theater Berlin a play entitled “The Visit” will be staged at the National Centre for the Performing Arts, Beijing, running from July 5 through July 8, 2017.Directe…

Hull UK City Of Culture 2017 Heads To Edinburgh Festival Fringe by BroadwayWorld

Hull UK City of Culture 2017 will head to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August to bring the spirit of its vibrant cultural scene and its unprecedented year in the national spotlight to …

Watch Ben Platt’s Gracious, Humorous Curtain Speech Following Dear Evan Hansen’s Actors Fund Performance by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical was also filmed June 25.

Watch Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, and More in Dazzling Trailer for The Greatest Showman by Andrew Gans

The forthcoming movie musical features songs by Tony and Oscar winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, June 28, 2017 by Susan Grace

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Teen proposes Disney-style light show for Old Sacramento

Summer Santich, 13, proposed a light and color fountain show along the Old Sacramento riverfront as an attraction to draw visitors. … Click to Continue »

‘Happy Together’ at Barbican Centre, London by Blouin Artinfo

‘Happy Together’ will be screened at Barbican Centre in London on August 08, 2017.  The film is written and directed by Kar-Wai Wong and casts Leslie Cheung, Tony Chiu-Wai Leun…

‘Vivre sa vie’ at Barbican Centre, London by Blouin Artinfo

‘Vivre sa vie’ will be screened at Barbican Centre in London on July 18, 2017.  The film is written and directed by Jean-Luc Godard and casts Anna Karina, Peter Kassovitz, Sady…

‘Fantastic Mr Fox’ at Lyric Hammersmith, London by Blouin Artinfo

Lyric Hammersmith in London presents the performance of Roald Dahl's musical ‘Fantastic Mr Fox’ from July 26 through August 20, 2017.The play is written by Roald Dahl and adapted for the…

‘The Tempest’ at Barbican Centre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Barbican Centre in London presents the theatre performance of William Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’ from June 30 through August 18, 2017.The play is directed by RSC artistic director Gre…

"Animal's" Bark is Stronger than Its Bite by Broadwayandme

Madness is unimaginable to those of us unaffected by it and yet that hasn't stopped writers from trying to recreate what it must feel like to lose control of one's mind. And actors also embr…

BroadwayWorld Launches on Amazon's Alexa by BroadwayWorld

More Broadway No problem. BroadwayWorld is truly everywhere, bringing you 8 additionalways toaccess the Broadway content that you love, any way you want it.Are you one of the thousands alrea…

Diary: Airline’s plan to perform play to passengers is blue-sky thinking by Tabard

Tabard isn’t much of a traveller. On the rare occasion that getting on a long-haul flight has been necessary, it’s always the

Hamlet: June 29 by Harry Venning

Lack of diversity has many causes – new material would help (your views, June 29) by The Stage

A reader’s letter, ‘Diversity must be embraced’ (Comment, June 1), commented on the lack of people of colour in audiences, as well

Diary: Stage designer’s confession puts Grace under pressure by Tabard

Stage and costume designer Grace Smart recently confessed in an interview with The Stage that she once broke into a theatre at

In pictures (June 29): Bat Out of Hell, Rotterdam, Cromer Pier Summer Show, the Jacksons at Motown the Musical and more by The Stage

The latest press night parties, new shows in rehearsal, events and awards from the theatrical world in pictures. This week’s highlights include the first

Greenwich and Docklands International Festival review – ‘eclectic and exciting’ by Dave Fargnoli

After more than two decades, the Greenwich and Docklands International Festival is still going strong, with an accessible, eclectic line up of

Hedy Weiss & theatre’s ongoing diversity problem by Shanine Salmon

Weiss is an experienced theatre and dance critic for the Chicago Sun Times. As a female theatre professional in an ethnically diverse city such as Chicago, her comments seem even more shocki…

Shaw Festival’s Tim Carroll shakes up the theatre: Wednesday Matinee by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Artistic director's production of Androcles and the Lion pushes actors, audiences out of their comfort zones.

BWW's On This Day - June 28, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on June 28 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Tiresias’ Tits: A Fringe Peek told entirely in GIFs by Guest Writer

So Tiresias’ Tits is a ridiculously over-the-top show based on an equally over-the-top French play from 1917 called Les Mamelles de Tiresias which was the origin of the word “surreal”.…

Might As Well Be Dead: A Nero Wolfe Mystery Premieres in St. Paul by Arthur Dorman

Now that I had such a thoroughly good time at Might as Well Be Dead, I will be on the lookout for return productions of The Red Box (psst, it's scheduled to be done by Phipps Center for the …

BroadwayWorld Seeks Reviewers To Join Its Edinburgh Fringe Team! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is on the hunt for more reviewers to join its thriving Edinburgh team for the 2017 Festival.

Photo Flash: Full Casting Announced for BRASSED OFF at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre by BroadwayWorld

For the first time in almost 40 years, Wolverhampton Grand Theatre will produce a full-scale production in house. Jeffrey Holland will play ex-miner and veteran conductor of Grimley Band, Da…

Features: Treasure your parents and don't panic: theatre creatives give advice to their 18 year-old selves

Emma Rice, Adrian Lester, Rufus Norris and more offer advice to their 18 year-old selves

London Musical Theatre Orchestra announces new shows for 2017 by Georgia Snow

The London Musical Theatre Orchestra will celebrate its second anniversary with a season that includes performances of Mack and Mabel and A

Jerry Sadowitz: his dark materials by James Kettle

Think Ricky Gervais and Frankie Boyle are offensive? Then you won't have the stomach for standup Jerry Sadowitz. Their vitriol is fake, he says: his is the real dealLong before Frankie Boyle…

Kay Laurell: Too Beautiful for this Earth? by Trav S.D.

Kay Laurell (1890-1927) came into the world on a June 28. Born Ruth Leslie (an equally good professional name, I think) in Erie Pennsylvania, she moved to New York as a teenager where she ve…

‘Hellraiser’ at Filmoteca de Catalunya, Barcelona by Blouin Artinfo

“Hellraiser” will be playing at Filmoteca de Catalunya in Barcelona on July 8 and July 15, 2017.Based on the novel “The Hellbound Heart” by Clive Barker, the film follows Larry and h…

‘The Surrounding Game’ at Cinema Maldà, Barcelona by Blouin Artinfo

“The Surrounding Game” will be playing at Cinema Maldà in Barcelona from July 7, 2017.The documentary follows three young Americans competing to become the first-ever Western profession…

‘El meravellós regne de Papa Alaev’ at Palau Balaña Multicines, Barcelona by Blouin Artinfo

“El meravellós regne de Papa Alaev” will be playing at Palau Balaña Multicines in Barcelona from July 6, 2017.At almost 80 years of age, Allo “Papa” Alaev rules his family of celeb…

Goshen Hosts Inaugural New England Balloon Festival by Matt Ormseth

If a weekend of hot air balloon rides, food trucks and live music sounds like a weekend well spent, you're not alone — 64,000 people have hit the "Interested" tab on the New England Balloo…

Competition: Win tickets to see F Murray Abraham in The Mentor at the Vaudeville Theatre by The Stage

Academy award winner, Hollywood legend and star of hit TV series Homeland, F Murray Abraham plays Benjamin Rubin, a cantankerous old writer,

Top 5 reasons to see The Kite Runner by Emma Clarendon

3. Andrei Costin as Hassan: all of the cast are extremely good and deliver memorable performances, but for me Costin as Hassan is a quiet and understated performance but enhances the sense o…

Austin Pendleton to Return to Stage in The Workshop by Olivia Clement

The production, starring the Broadway vet, marks the second world premiere from theatre company SoftFocus.

Austin Pendleton to Star in The Workshop by Olivia Clement

The production, starring the Broadway vet, marks the second world premiere from theatre company SoftFocus.

Exclusive Podcast: 'Behind the Curtain' Talks 2017 Tonys, Dreamcast Kevin Spacey, and More by Behind The Curtain

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing …

BWW Morning Brief June 28th, 2017 - LETTERS FROM A NUT at the Geffen and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BraodwayWorld Today's big news Jerry Seinfeld takes Ted L. Nancy's LETTERS FROM A NUT to the Geffen

An Interview with Lynn Ahrens by Victoria Myers

Lynn Ahrens is one of the few female lyricists/book writers currently making a living in the theatre. We sat down with her to discuss "Anastasia", her process, how her thoughts on gender hav…

Double Double Act review at Unicorn Theatre, London – ‘raucous and anarchic’ by Tim Bano

Jess Latowicki and Chris Brett Bailey are trying to put on a show: there’s a bit of comedy, a dance routine. But

Review Round-Ups: Did the critics get the blues over Audra McDonald's Lady Day?

The Tony Award winner stars as Billie Holiday in the musical play at Wyndham's

Review: Review: Double Double Act (Unicorn Theatre)

Made In China's children's piece is about an adult duo and their mini-me pair

BWW Review: INK, Almeida Theatre by Marianka Swain

James Graham's portrait of Seventies politics,This House, recently enjoyed a West End outing, and his latest epic venture into Britain's past may well follow suit. If slightly weighed down b…

Photo Flash: INK Opens at Almeida Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Fleet Street. 1969. The Sun rises. James Graham's ruthless, red-topped new play Ink leads with the birth of this country's most influential newspaper - when a young and rebellious Rupert Mur…

Review Roundup: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL, Starring Audra McDonald, Opens in the West End by Review Roundups

Last night, Audra McDonald, the Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning singer and actress, made her long-awaited West End debut as jazz legend Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar amp G…

Photo Flash: First Look at RACING DEMON at Theatre Royal Bath by BroadwayWorld

Production images have today been released forDavid Hare'sRacing Demon, directed byJonathan Church,which plays at Theatre Royal Bath untilSaturday 8 July, with opening night this evening. Ch…

The Podfathers (and mothers): top 10 comedy podcasts | Hazel Davis by Hazel Davis

Podcasts give comedians the freedom to improvise and let rip. Hazel Davis picks out the best onesIt's all well and good watching a comedian testing their mettle in the live arena, but modern…

Penn & Teller's smug shtick and Sadowitz's twisted tricks: magicians conjuring with comedy by Brian Logan

The American duo’s slick act shimmers with Vegas-style glitz, while the Scottish standup’s sleight of hand is as flabbergasting as his vicious jokes The classic magician image, we are to…

Michael Moore Donates $10,000 to Public Theater After Sponsors Cancel Because of “Julius Caesar” Trump Scandal by Roger Friedman

Michael Moore has donated $10,000 to the New York Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park festival. Moore says it’s to make up Categories: Featured Movies Theater(Read more.…

Text of the Day: Gloria by Aleks Sierz

Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk.

REVIEW: Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, Wyndhams Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves Audra McDonald makes her unaccountably long-awaited London theatrical debut in the most astonishing way possible in this devastating re-telling of the story of Billie Holiday…

Blog: Women in Opera – Is it all skimpy nighties or what? by Catherine Kontz

I recently dreamt that I was being interviewed about my work as a composer of contemporary opera. Nothing unusual, only that this time I was asked a single question over and over again: What…

Review: Gloria, Hampstead Theatre by Josephine Balfour-Oatts

From the Obie Award winning playwright of An Octaroon, this month Branden Jacobs Jenkins’ Gloria arrives at the stage of the Hampstead Theatre. The play became a Pulitzer Prize Finalist fo…

NEWS: Full cast announced for Jesus Christ Superstar’s Open Air return by Press Releases

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has announced completed casting for Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar, which returns to the theatre from 11 August in an extended r…

Jesus Christ Superstar returns: Who's back & who's new in the cast?

The full cast has been announced for this summer's return of the Open Air Theatre's Olivier Award-winning revival of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. In addition to…

Appetite for arts booms in Hull under City of Culture banner by Tim Bano

Nine out of 10 Hull residents took part in cultural activity during the first three months of the UK City of Culture

Photos: Ian McKellen and Elaine Paige join Audra McDonald for Lady Day opening

Noma Dumezweni and Twiggy also joined the Tony winner for her West End debut

Theatre News: Exclusive: London Musical Theatre Orchestra to perform Mack and Mabel in new season

The orchestra will reprise Alan Menken's A Christmas Carol after last year's concert

TV & West End Star Ali Cook Announces UK Magic Tour by BroadwayWorld

The star of West End magic marvels and big screen spectacles, Ali Cook, has announced a new UK tour for his critically acclaimed comedy magic show Principles of Deception.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Announces Full Casting for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR by BroadwayWorld

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has today announced completed casting for Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar, which returns to the theatre from 11 August in an extended…

Photo Flash: Stephen Schwartz Meets the Company of WORKING at Southwark Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

On Monday 26 June, composer Stephen Schwartz stopped by to see the cast of Working during their run at Southwark Playhouse. Check out a photo of Schwartz with the cast below

UK Tour Dates Announced For MEDEA by BroadwayWorld

This autumn UK audiences will have the first opportunity to witness the English language premiere of Jean Rene Lemoine's reimagining of the classic story of passion and revenge Medea.

Cast announced for Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Following on from last years sell-out success, Regent’s Park Open Theatre sees the return of Jesus Christ Superstar for an extended season from 11 August to 23 Septembe…

Celebs Are Taking the #Ham4All Challenge and Singing ‘Hamilton’ for Charity by John Bonazzo

Lin-Manuel Miranda is raising money for immigrant groups through the contest. Weird Al Yankovic and Ben Stiller have already taken part.

Crow’s Theatre introduces Broken Social Scene singer as a playwright by Brad Wheeler

Canadian indie-rocker Kevin Drew pens A&R Angels, a comedic fable in which he’ll star alongside Billy Talent’s Ben Kowalewicz

SONGS AND SOLIDARITY – Trafalgar Studios by Ian Foster

"We could see this was a bad one immediately. The sky was glowing."Touted as an evening of song, dance and poetry, Songs anA fundraising gala evening pulled together in the space of a week b…

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, June 28, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Equity Releases Study on Diversity Hiring, Michael Moore Donates to the Public, and Norm Lewis and Carolee Carmello Perform on “GMA.” “Today on Broadway” is a…

WATCH: Perry interviews Audra McDonald at Lady Day's West End opening

#StageFaves Perry O'Bree and Terri Paddock attended the West End premiere of Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, starring Broadway superstar Audra McDonald making her West End debut. After th…

Stephen Schwartz pays a visit to Working at Southwark Playhouse by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo On Monday night award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz (Pippin, Wicked, The Hunchback Of Notre Dame) paid a visit to Southwark Playhouse to see the production of his musical…

Theatre Royal Drury Lane to undergo £35m revamp by Tim Bano

London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane is set to undergo a £35 million redevelopment, according to the venue’s owners Really Useful Theatres. In

Photos: James Corden attends opening night of Ink with Bertie Carvel and Richard Coyle

James Graham's new play looks at the beginnings of the Sun newspaper

Review Round-Ups: Did the critics think James Graham's Ink was front page news?

James Graham's latest play about the Sun newspaper opened at the Almeida

NEWS: Comparing Notes brings musical theatre stars to Holborn Pizza Express this autumn by Edward Seckerson

Comparing Notes brings stars of the West End and Broadway to Pizza Express Live Holborn. In a lively and informal mix of performance and conversation host Edward Seckerson will be getting up…

INK Almeida N1 by Libby Purves and Friends

GUEST REVIEWER LUKE JONES GLORIES IN JAMES GRAHAM’S SUN BACKSTORY  It’s a solid stunner of a play which has you punching the air for Rupert Murdoch by the interval. Bertie Carvel’…

Ink starring Bertie Carvel – review at the Almeida Theatre, London – ‘detailed and fascinating’ by Natasha Tripney

James Graham’s new play Ink, about the rise of The Sun newspaper, is a fascinating study of Fleet Street as it once

FIRST LOOK: King Kong, The Vaults London by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo We are pleased to bring you these great production photos by Geraint Lewis of monstrous new comedy King Kong basedon the classic ape story from Daniel Clarkson, the Olivier A…

Review: Ink at the Almeida by Fergus Morgan

Britain's best-selling fish-and-chip-wrapper: Fergus Morgan reviews James Graham's new play about the Sun. The post Review: Ink at the Almeida appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

Read London Reviews for Audra McDonald in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill by Adam Hetrick

McDonald makes her official West End debut, reprising her Tony-winning performance as Billie Holiday in the play with music that opened June 27.

Mark Shenton: Finally, someone wants to put customers before profits in a West End theatre by Mark Shenton

Producers Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire, founders and former joint chief executives of Ambassador Theatre Group, recently announced plans for Trafalgar Studios,

Tom Clutterbuck: Stress is the elephant in the room for theatre technicians by Tom Clutterbuck

I have previously spoken about the importance of a tech’s ability to be calm under pressure, but I’m beginning to think that

Nick Adams Stars in ON THE TOWN, Beginning Tonight at The Gateway in Bellport Village by BroadwayWorld

On the Town, The 2014 Tony Award nominee for Best New Musical Revival opens at The Gateway in Bellport Village today, June 28 and runs through July 15.

DVR Alert: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sutton Foster Visit TODAY on NBC by BroadwayWorld

Today, June 28th, HAMILTON creator and star of Disney's MARY POPPINS RETURNS, Lin-Manuel Miranda will stop by NBC's TODAY during the 7-9 am hours, while multiple Tony Award winner Sutton Fos…

Season Four of YOUNGER, Starring Sutton Foster, Premieres Tonight on TV Land by TV News Desk

TV Land's hit series and fan favorite YOUNGER is simulcasting coast-to-coast for a one-time-only occasion the season four premiere tonight, June 28th, at 10pm ET7pm PT, with a re-airing on t…

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. My Fair Lady at Olney Theatre Center. “Olney Theatre Center’s production of “My Fair Lady” is a fresh, hot, and deliciously satisfying re-envisioning of Lerner and Loewe’s…

Emma Rice’s new company Wise Children backed by Arts Council by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo A new company created and led by Emma Rice, Wise Children has been awarded funding by the Arts Council South West from April 2018. Wise Children will concieve, create and pre…

Go Inside Rehearsals for the New York Musical Festival With Lesli Margherita, Max Crumm, and More by Marc J. Franklin

The upcoming festival will feature 20 original musicals in addition to concerts, readings, and special events.

From Accomplice to Hamilton: Explore 29 Shows That Have Played the Richard Rodgers Theatre by Hannah Vine

The theatre was renamed in 1990 in honor of the legendary composer of Oklahoma!, The Sound of Music, and more, who was born June 28, 1902.

Step Inside Broadway’s August Wilson Theatre With Playbill’s New Photo Series by Hannah Vine

Broadway’s past and present come to life in the new photo feature series that captures the dazzling architecture and unseen details of the world’s most famous theatres.

Casting Announced for COME FROM AWAY's Rodney Hicks New Play NC-17. by BroadwayWorld

Casting has been announced for NC-17, a new play written by Come From Away's Rodney Hicks.

Renee Katz: The Shining Triumph of Talent and Optimism Over Cynicism and Evil by Sandi Durell

  By Myra Chanin   Renee Katz steps on stage at Don’t Tell Mama with a beaming smile on her face and a soul brimming with joy and confidence. “Never Been Gone” is her first …

How Much Do You Know About LGBTQ Theatre History? by Logan Culwell-Block

It's the final week of 2017 Playbill Pride, so prove just how well you know your queer theatre history with this quiz!

Brenda Braxton Hosts June 28 Villain: DeBlanks Murder Mystery by Robert Viagas

NYC’s The Green Room 42 hosts the Wednesday night summer series with a rotating cast.

Spring Awakening Star Alexandra Socha Traces Her Life and Struggles in Finding Home June 28 by Robert Viagas

The Spring Awakening and Red Oaks star’s solo show gets a showcase at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

Younger’s Molly Bernard Proves Her Theatre Cred by Ruthie Fierberg

She’s the wild and ferociously loyal friend we all wish we had on TVLand’s hit show, but before working alongside Sutton Foster on TV, Bernard earned her stripes onstage.

Mary-Louise Parker and Denis Arndt Begin West Coast Run of Heisenberg by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway production of Simon Stephens’ play begins its Los Angeles premiere June 28 as part of the Center Theatre Group’s 50th anniversary season.