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Monday, January 22, 2024

Company XIV Announces March 1 Return of ‘Queen of Hearts’ by Billy

Fall down a rabbit hole at 'Queen of Hearts,' Company XIV’s sumptuous ode to 'Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.' The post Company XIV Announces March 1 Return of ‘Queen of Hearts’ …

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Oscar Nominee Michael Stuhlbarg to Star in ‘Patriots’ on Broadway by Billy

The 'Call Me By Your Name' star will return to Broadway as billionaire Boris Berezovsky, the kingmaker behind Putin’s chilling rise to power The post Oscar Nominee Michael Stuhlbarg to Sta…

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First Look: See Wayne Brady in ‘The Wiz’ by Billy

This season, 'The Wiz' returned “home” to 13 cities across America on its all-new pre-Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years. The post First Look: See Wayne Brady in ‘The Wiz’ ap…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:02PM
Monday, January 15, 2024

Ramin Karimloo and David Hyde Pierce to Star in ‘Pirates of Penzance’ by Billy

Gilbert & Sullivan’s pirate ship docks in New Orleans in this jazzy-bluesy vision of the crowd-pleasing classic. The post Ramin Karimloo and David Hyde Pierce to Star in ‘Pirates of …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:36AM

Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster Step into ‘Sweeney Todd’ Next Month by Billy

Tony winners Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster will then play Sweeney and Mrs. Lovett beginning February 9, for a 12-week limited run. The post Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster Step into ‘Sweene…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:36AM

Ginger Minj and Gidget Galore Present ‘The Broads Way’ at Green Room 42 by Billy

RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars” finalist Ginger Minj and rising drag star Gidget Galore in “The Broads Way” for three performances. The post Ginger Minj and Gidget Galore Pres…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:36AM
Monday, January 8, 2024

Ahoy! Bernadette Peters Joins The Broadway Cruise by Billy

The Tony-winning star takes to water by joining the second Broadway Cruise, which also features a boat-load of talent. The post Ahoy! Bernadette Peters Joins The Broadway Cruise appeared fir…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:32AM

Hear Eden Espinosa Sing ‘Woman Is’ from ‘Lempicka’ by Billy

The Broadway leading lady returns to the stage with this new bio-musical and belts out one of the show's numbers. The post Hear Eden Espinosa Sing ‘Woman Is’ from ‘Lempicka’ appeared…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:32AM

Dark Comedy ‘The Voices in Your Head’ Opens Tonight in Brooklyn Church by Billy

The new play follows a support group for people who share a bizarre bond and features a cast of Off-Broadway regulars. The post Dark Comedy ‘The Voices in Your Head’ Opens Tonight in Bro…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:32AM
Thursday, December 28, 2023

‘The Book of Mormon’ to Surpass ‘Jersey Boys’ Broadway Run by Billy

The company of 'The Book of Mormon' celebrates their milestone with a Franki Valli-infused cover of 'Man Up.' The post ‘The Book of Mormon’ to Surpass ‘Jersey Boys’ Broadway Run appe…

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Heather Christian’s ‘Terce’ Extends at HERE by Billy

Due to popular demand, the Obie award-winning HERE extends the world premiere of 'Terce: A Practical Breviary' to February 4, 2024.  The post Heather Christian’s ‘Terce’ Extends …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:12PM

Remember AIM? A New Play Explores Old Gay Flirtations by Billy

Ryan Drake discusses his upcoming play 'You Don't Have to Do Anything,' which runs February 9–23, 2024 at HERE. The post Remember AIM? A New Play Explores Old Gay Flirtations appeared firs…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:12PM
Monday, December 18, 2023

‘Shucked’ Announces North American Tour Starting in Nashville Next Year by Billy

Currently nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, 'Shucked' will celebrate the tour’s opening in Nashville. The post ‘Shucked’ Announces North American To…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:24AM

‘Parade,’ Tony-winning Revival, to Go On Tour in 2025 by Billy

The producers of the acclaimed Broadway revival of Parade, winner of the 2023 Tony Award  for Best Revival of a Musical and Grammy Award nominee for Best Musical… The post ‘Parade,�…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:24AM

Star-Studded Cast Recording of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ Now Out by Billy

Norbert Leo Butz, Sutton Foster, and Jessie Mueller are all featured on the recording of 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid,' which premiered in 2016. The post Star-Studded Cast Recording of ‘Diary o…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:18AM
Wednesday, December 13, 2023

25 Years in, Murry Hill Keeps His Christmas Show a Fresh Delight by Billy

Jeff Hiller and Peppermint were among the guests to perform at Murry Hill's opening night of his Joe's Pub Christmas show. The post 25 Years in, Murry Hill Keeps His Christmas Show a Fresh D…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:32AM
Monday, December 11, 2023

UK Hit ‘THe Effect’ Comes to The Shed Next Year by Billy

The show features Paapa Essiedu ("I May Destroy You," "The Lazarus Project") and Taylor Russell ("Bones and All," "Waves"). The post UK Hit ‘THe Effect’ Comes to The Shed Next Ye…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54AM

‘Sweeney Todd’ 2-CD Set to be Released This Week by Billy

The album will be released as a 2-CD set on Friday, December 15, 2023 and a 3-LP set next year, in March 2024. The post ‘Sweeney Todd’ 2-CD Set to be Released This Week appeared …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54AM

‘Sleep No More’ Extends Run By a Month by Billy

The show has announced four additional weeks of performances to accommodate the overwhelming demand for tickets during its final stretch. The post ‘Sleep No More’ Extends Run By a Month…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54AM
Monday, December 4, 2023

Roundabout Gala to Feature Oscar Winner Ariana DeBose by Billy

The 2024 Gala will honor Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family on Monday, March 4 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. The post Roundabout Gala to Feature Oscar Winner Ariana DeBose ap…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM

Victoria Pedretti Joins Jeremy Strong and Michael Imperioli in ‘An Enemy of the People’ by Billy

Pedretti is best known for scream-queen roles in the Netflix series 'The Haunting of Hill House,' 'The Haunting of Bly Manor,' and 'You.' The post Victoria Pedretti Joins Jeremy Strong …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM

The McKittrick Hotel Announces Final ‘The Last New Year’s Eve’ Party by Billy

See what Time Out New York calls “the best New Year’s Eve event in NYC” before the McKittrick Hotel closes next year. The post The McKittrick Hotel Announces Final ‘The Last New Year…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:02AM
Monday, November 27, 2023

Full Cast for ‘Days of Wine and Roses’ Announced by Billy

Kelli O’Hara and Brian d’Arcy James star in a searing new musical about a couple falling in love in 1950s New York. The post Full Cast for ‘Days of Wine and Roses’ Announced appea…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM

The Entertainment Community Fund Announces Dustin H. Chinn as 2023 Mark O’Donnell Prize Winner by Billy

Inspired by 'Hairspray' librettist Mark O’Donnell, the Prize is given to singular and emerging writers, composers, directors and designers. The post The Entertainment Community Fund Annou…

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Ebon Moss-Bachrach, David Harbour, Ann Dowd, and Denis O’Hare Perform Reading of ‘True West’ by Billy

The reading of Sam Shepard’s contemporary classic 'True West' is directed by Steppenwolf founding member Terry Kinney. The post Ebon Moss-Bachrach, David Harbour, Ann Dowd, and Denis O’…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM
Monday, November 20, 2023

‘Asi Wind’s Inner Circle’ is a Triumph of Sleight of Hand by Billy

This show will play its final performance on January 14, 2024 — catch the magic now before it is too late. The post ‘Asi Wind’s Inner Circle’ is a Triumph of Sleight of Hand appeared…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:18PM

‘& Juliet’ Celebrates First Broadway Anniversary Announcing German Production by Billy

'& Juliet' has wowed audiences with its pop jukebox score for a full year and will also be heading to Hamburg. The post ‘& Juliet’ Celebrates First Broadway Anniversary Announcin…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:12AM

Soho Rep, in association with the Bushwick Starr, extends ‘Snatch Adams & Tainty McCracken’ by Billy

Now running to December 10! The joyously vulgar queer spectacle is written and performed by Becca Blackwell and Amanda Duarte. The post Soho Rep, in association with the Bushwick Starr, ext…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:12AM

“Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club” Announces Natascia Diaz and Henry Gottfried Joining the Cast by Billy

Natascia Diaz will play Fraulein Kost/Fritzie and Henry Gottfried will play Ernst Ludwig opposite Eddie Redmayne as The Emcee. The post “Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club” Announces Natas…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:12AM
Monday, November 13, 2023

‘Sleep No More’ to Close Next Year After 5,000 Shows by Billy

The Off-Broadway legendary and unique Punchdrunk performance will close after 5,000 shows in January 2024. The post ‘Sleep No More’ to Close Next Year After 5,000 Shows appeared first on…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:02PM

Grammy Nominees Announced for Best Musical Theater Album by Billy

The 66th annual Grammy Awards will take place Feb. 4, 2024, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The ceremony will air live on CBS. The post Grammy Nominees Announced for Best Musical Theater…

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All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime