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Friday, June 23, 2017

Broadway’s Anastasia Sets Plans for London Run by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway musical based on the popular 1997 animated film will arrive in the West End within the next two years.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:45PM

Thursday, June 22, 2017

Watch the Steamy, Stripped Down Numbers From Broadway Bares by Adam Hetrick

Broadway’s hottest performers bared it all June 19 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in a series of college-themed numbers. Watch them here.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:27PM

What Do Critics Think of Michael Arden-Helmed The Pride in L.A.? by Adam Hetrick

Alexi Kaye Campbell's play, exploring sexuality and acceptance, plays the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:14PM

Great Comet, Come From Away, and Doll’s House, Part 2 Earn Equity Diversity Awards by Adam Hetrick

Actors’ Equity has honored the three Broadway productions for promoting diverse and non-traditional casting onstage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:15PM

Live-Action Beauty and the Beast Will Be Screened With Live Orchestra by Adam Hetrick

London’s Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany a screening of the Disney remake at Royal Albert Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:13PM

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

David Mamet Adapting NYPD Corruption Novel The Force for the Screen by Adam Hetrick

The Glengarry Glen Ross playwright is in talks to adapt Don Winslow’s latest novel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:16PM

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Will Transfer to West End by Adam Hetrick

The new musical is inspired by the BBC Three Documentary about a teenage boy who plans to attend his school prom in drag.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:01PM

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

What Do Critics Think of Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion The Musical? by Adam Hetrick

Cortney Wolfson and Stephanie Renee Wall star in the musical adaptation of the 1997 cult comedy that opened June 15 in Seattle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Almeida’s Mary Stuart Will Transfer to West End With Juliet Stevenson and Lia Williams by Adam Hetrick

The two actors alternate in the historic roles of Elizabeth I and Mary Stuart in Schiller’s classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:41AM

Monday, June 19, 2017

Adam Kantor, Andrea Burns Among Broadway Talent to Mentor 2017 Jimmy Award Nominees by Adam Hetrick

Broadway professionals will coach young performers from across the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:20PM

Will & Grace Sets September Premiere Date on NBC by Adam Hetrick

Sean Hayes, Megan Mullally, Debra Messing, and Eric McCormack reunite for a 12-episode season return of the long-running sitcom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:34PM

New Zealand Production of Joseph… Stirs Controversy After Cutting ‘Israel’ from Lyrics by Adam Hetrick

Lyricist Tim Rice has spoken about the unauthorized changes that included the excision of two songs from the show’s score.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Sunday, June 18, 2017

Broadway Bares: Strip U Presented June 18 by Adam Hetrick

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ annual burlesque fundraiser is held at the Roseland Ballroom.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10AM

Friday, June 16, 2017

Timeline of a Mega-Musical—King Kong’s Road to Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The mammoth Australian production King Kong is set to conquer Broadway in fall 2018. Featuring a one-ton, two-story animatronic silverback gorilla puppet as its star, it promises to be a mus…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM

Spring 2017 Edition of Broadway Trading Cards Includes Bette Midler, Anastasia, Dear Evan Hansen, Josh Groban, and More by Adam Hetrick

A new edition of The Lights of Broadway Show Cards, featuring 120 collectible trading cards depicting Broadway artists, shows, and more, has just been released.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

Thursday, June 15, 2017

New Victory Theater Announces 15-Show Season, Including Believe in Magic Premiere by Adam Hetrick

The family friendly theatre will also present an immersive production based on Oscar Wilde’s short story The Young King.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:04PM

Will Amy Schumer and Laura Benanti Co-Star in Steve Martin’s New Broadway Play? by Adam Hetrick

The absurd comedy Meteor Shower is aiming for a fall Broadway arrival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:32PM

Audra McDonald Named Honorary Chair of New York Musical Festival by Adam Hetrick

Initial casting for the new works fest includes Tony Award winner Wilson Jermaine Heredia, Tony nominee Emily Skeggs, Lesli Margherita, and Mitchell Jarvis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:58AM