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Monday, April 10, 2023

‘Kimberly Akimbo’ Cast Album to Be released on CD May 19 by Billy McEntee

The CD is available for pre-order starting today, Friday, April 7, and the CD booklet features complete lyrics, color photography, and liner notes. The post ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ Cast Album…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:48PM
Friday, April 7, 2023

In ‘Rough Trade,’ the Gays are Vicious and the Drinks are Strong by Billy McEntee

Kev Berry's new play takes an incisive look at contemporary gay men, and under Alex Tobey's measured direction, "Rough Trade" stays zippy despite a longer run-time. The post In ‘Rough Trad…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:24PM
Monday, April 3, 2023

Paul Mescal Wins Big at The Olivier Awards by Billy McEntee

London's biggest night for theater gave out awards to stars and newcomers alike; see the full list of 2023 winners! The post Paul Mescal Wins Big at The Olivier Awards appeared first on The …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:02PM
Sunday, April 2, 2023

Paper Mill Playhouse Announces Next Season by Billy McEntee

Michael Stotts commented, “This is a Paper Mill season with something for every theatergoer, as well as for people who may not think theater is for them." The post Paper Mill Playhou…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM

Williamstown Theatre Festival Announces Summer Season by Billy McEntee

New plays, cabarets, and Laura Benanti come to the Berkshires this summer at Williamstown Theatre Festival. The post Williamstown Theatre Festival Announces Summer Season appeared first on T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM

‘Here Lies Love’ Now on Sale by Billy McEntee

Lea Salonga and scenic designer David Korins recently visited the Broadway Theatre for an update on the space’s transformation into a dance club. The post ‘Here Lies Love’ Now on …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06PM
Saturday, April 1, 2023

Theater Buff: Michael Iskander Skates Directly to Broadway in ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ by Billy McEntee

How often does an actor's very first stage credit take them all the way to Broadway? That’s the unlikely and wondrous journey Michael Iskander traveled. The post Theater Buff: Michael Iska…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

Charles Busch Memoir ‘Leading Lady’ Now on Presale by Billy McEntee

This poignant, deliciously anecdotal account of a talented artist’s Oz-like journey hits bookstores August 23 but is now available for pre-order. The post Charles Busch Memoir ‘Leading L…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

In Muscular ‘War Dreamer,’ a Vet Asks if You Can Ever Come Home Again by Billy McEntee

"War Dreamer" — by Leegrid Stevens, now playing at The Wild Project and produced by Loading Dock Theatre — is a homecoming play with a twist. The post In Muscular ‘War Dreamer,’ a Ve…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

Immersive ‘The Great Gasby’ Comes to Park Central Hotel New York by Billy McEntee

Created and directed by Alexander Wright, the UK’s longest-running immersive production will make its American debut at The Gatsby Mansion at the Park Central Hotel New York. The post …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

Lea Michele Joins Entertainment Community Fund’s ‘Ragtime’ Reunion Concert by Billy McEntee

Lea Michele originated the role of "Little Girl" in the Broadway production; now she'll reunite with Peter Friedman, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and other stars. The post Lea Michele Joins Entert…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

Photo Ready: Go Inside the Opening Night of ‘Bad Cinderella’ by Billy McEntee

Cinderella has appeared in 'Into the Woods,' Rodger and Hammerstein's take on the fairy tale, and now, in Emerald Fennell and Andrew Lloyd Webber's, she gets to be bad. The post Photo Read…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

‘Parade’ is a Rousing, Electric Rival by Billy McEntee

'Parade,' starring Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond, is richly sung, thrillingly paced, and unfortunately timely as antisemitism continues to plague our nation. The post ‘Parade’ is a Rousi…

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Roundabout Announces Next Season; Danny DeVito to Appear by Billy McEntee

The American Airlines Theatre. Photo by Andrew McGibbon. Spring isn’t only awards season, it’s also announcement season. One of the first major not-for-profit theaters, Roundabout,… Th…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

The Tank Announces ‘Welcome to Clowntown’ for Spring Season by Billy McEntee

The show promises a rock 'n' roll ride through outlandish personal stories of working as a party clown in NYC and Hollywood. The post The Tank Announces ‘Welcome to Clowntown’ for Spring…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM

DANCIN’ to Perform on GMA Tomorrow by Billy McEntee

Start your day off with some toe-tapping delight: the cast of the Fosse-inspired DANCIN' will perform on 'Good Morning America' tomorrow morning. The post DANCIN’ to Perform on GMA Tomorr…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM
Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond-Led ‘Parade’ Coming to Broadway by Billy McEntee

The Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond-led revival of 'Parade' now comes to Broadway this year; performances begin February 21 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. The post Ben Platt and Micaela Dia…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:10PM
Thursday, January 5, 2023

Mischief’s ‘Peter Pan Goes Wrong’ to Bow on Broadway this Spring by Billy McEntee

Co-written by Mischief company members, 'Peter Pan Goes Wrong' is a highly physical comedy packed with finely-tuned and inspired slapstick. The post Mischief’s ‘Peter Pan Goes Wrong’…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:04AM
Wednesday, January 4, 2023

‘Hadestown’ Sets Record at Walter Kerr by Billy McEntee

At today’s matinee, 'Hadestown,' will play its 918th performance making the musical the longest-running show in the 100-year history of the Walter Kerr. The post ‘Hadestown’ Sets Rec…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:22AM
Monday, January 2, 2023

Concert Version of New Musical Based on Fitzgerald Novel Comes to 54 Below by Billy McEntee

Before there was 'The Great Gatsby,' F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote 'The Beautiful and Damned,' which is now a musical whose songs will be presented at 54 Below. The post Concert Version of Ne…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:21AM
Thursday, December 29, 2022

Five Shows You Can’t Miss In 2023 by Billy McEntee

The Broadway Blog recommends five must-see shows hitting New York stages in early 2023, both on Broadway and off-Broadway. The post Five Shows You Can’t Miss In 2023 appeared first on The …

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Monday, December 26, 2022

‘Merrily’ Heads to Broadway in the New Year by Billy McEntee

Show artwork for ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ featuring Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, and Daniel Radcliffe Producers Sonia Friedman Productions, David Babani, Patrick Catullo and Jeff R…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:12PM
Thursday, December 22, 2022

West End Revival of ‘Cabaret’ Will Release Cast Recording by Billy McEntee

The celebrated London revival of 'Cabaret' will release an album featuring its original West End cast, which was led by Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley. The post West End Revival of ‘Cab…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:24PM
Tuesday, December 20, 2022

‘Almost Famous’ to Close on January 8 by Billy McEntee

'Almost Famous,' the new musical based on Cameron Crowe's film, will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, January 8, 2023. The post ‘Almost Famous’ to Close on January 8 ap…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:12PM
Thursday, December 15, 2022

Holiday Magic and Mania at “Muddle Through Somehow” by Billy McEntee

Daphne Always and pianist James Sheppard brought festive flair to the Laurie Beechman Theater in their holiday show, "Muddle Through Somehow." The post Holiday Magic and Mania at “Muddle T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:36PM

Theater Buff: Eric Yang Is A Full-Time Coder By Day, Off-Broadway Lead by Night by Billy McEntee

Eric Yang is making his major off-Broadway debut in "The Far Country" at Atlantic Theater Company - but he hasn't given up the day job. The post Theater Buff: Eric Yang Is A Full-Time Coder …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:02PM
Wednesday, December 14, 2022

‘Grease’ to Return to London’s Dominion Theatre This Summer by Billy McEntee

After a successful run last summer, "Grease" will return once again to the Dominion Theatre in London's West End starting June 2, 2023. The post ‘Grease’ to Return to London’s Dominion…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:48AM
Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Tony Awards Announce Date and New Location by Billy McEntee

The Tony Awards will be held on June 11, 2023 at a new location: United Palace, a 3,400-seat venue in uptown Washington Heights. The post Tony Awards Announce Date and New Location appeared …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:54AM
Monday, December 12, 2022

5 Holiday Showtunes to Add to Your Winter Playlist by Billy McEntee

The Broadway Blog shares five holiday songs from beloved musicals on stage and film that you can add to your playlist this merry season. The post 5 Holiday Showtunes to Add to Your Winter Pl…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:54AM
Thursday, December 8, 2022

‘Bad Cinderella’ Announces Full Broadway Casting by Billy McEntee

Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical 'Bad Cinderella' announced full Broadway casting, including Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello as the evil stepmother. The post ‘Bad Cinderella’ Annou…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:24AM
Wednesday, December 7, 2022

‘Groundhog Day’ Will Play London’s Old Vic Theatre, Starring Andy Karl by Billy McEntee

Cult musical 'Groundhog Day' will return to the London stage in 2023, again starring Tony nominee and Olivier Award winner Andy Karl.  The post ‘Groundhog Day’ Will Play London’s Old…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:36PM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards