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Monday, October 3, 2022

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Bad Cinderella’ Will Hit Broadway Next Year by Billy McEntee

Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical 'Bad Cinderella' is headed to Broadway in February, starring newcomer Linedy Genao in the title role. The post Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Bad Cinderella’ …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:55PM
Sunday, October 2, 2022

Full Cast of Off-Broadway’s ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ Announced by Billy McEntee

The cast also now features Krystal Joy Brown as Gussie, Katie Rose Clarke as Beth, Talia Simone Robinson as Meg, and Reg Rogers as Joe. The post Full Cast of Off-Broadway’s ‘Merr…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:55PM
Friday, September 30, 2022

Cast Set For Pre-Broadway Tryout of ‘Shucked,’ New Musical Solving the Corn-Undrum Of A Divided America by Billy McEntee

A raft of Broadway veterans will lead the regional tryout of new Broadway-bound musical 'Shucked,' which plays Utah’s Pioneer Theatre Company this fall. The post Cast Set For Pre-Broadway …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:43PM
Thursday, September 29, 2022

Kathleen Chalfant Will Bring ‘Year of Magical Thinking’ to Living Rooms Across New York City by Billy McEntee

Kathleen Chalfant will tour Joan Didion's 'The Year of Magical Thinking' across New York City, performing in living rooms, libraries, and community spaces. The post Kathleen Chalfant Will …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:55PM
Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Imelda Staunton Will Lead ‘Hello, Dolly!’ in West End by Billy McEntee

Hello, Imelda! The Olivier Award-winning actress will return to the West End to take on the titular role in Jerry Herman's musical comedy "Hello, Dolly!" in 2024.  The post Imelda Staunto…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:19AM
Monday, September 26, 2022

‘Bridgerton’ Star Jonathan Bailey Will Play Fiyero in ‘Wicked’ Movies by Billy McEntee

Star of theater and television Jonathan Bailey, lead of 'Bridgerton' and West End play 'Cock,' will play Fiyero in the two-part upcoming 'Wicked' movies. The post ‘Bridgerton’ Star Jona…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:43PM
Friday, September 23, 2022

Review: ‘Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical’ Is Still Seeking #JusticeForBarb by Billy McEntee

Broadway Blog reviews 'Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical,' the 'Stranger Things' send-up now running at Playhouse 46 at St. Luke's. The post Review: ‘Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical’…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:07PM
Tuesday, September 20, 2022

Performances Have Begun for ‘The Piano Lesson’ by Billy McEntee

August Wilson's acclaimed drama returns to Broadway after thirty years, playing to a sold-out house. The revival runs for 17 weeks only. The post Performances Have Begun for ‘The Piano Les…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:37PM
Monday, September 19, 2022

‘The Phantom of the Opera’ Will Close on Broadway, Ending Historic 35-Year Run by Billy McEntee

The longest-running production in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'The Phantom of the Opera,' will close February 2023. The post ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ Will Close on Broadwa…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:13PM

‘Monet’s Garden, The Immersive Experience’ Comes to NYC November 1 by Billy McEntee

"Monet’s Garden" thrusts visitors into a multi-sensory and multimedia voyage that reveals the inspiration behind some of the world’s greatest masterpieces. The post ‘Monet’s Garden,…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:13PM
Thursday, September 15, 2022

Watch: Little Amal Arrives at JFK, Beginning 17 Days of Events Across Five Boroughs by Billy McEntee

Little Amal arrived in New York City to a musical welcome at JFK airport led by the Met Orchestra, kicking off 17 days of events across five boroughs. The post Watch: Little Amal Arrives at …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:19AM
Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Lillias White Takes the Stage as Hermes in ‘Hadestown’ by Billy McEntee

Watch a new video from the official "Hadestown" social media account showing the thunderous applause Lillias White received at her first entrance. The post Lillias White Takes the Stage as H…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:25PM
Tuesday, September 13, 2022

‘The Music Man’ Sets Broadway Closing Date by Billy McEntee

The smash hit Broadway revival of 'The Music Man' led by Tony-winners Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster has announced its closing date. The post ‘The Music Man’ Sets Broadway Closing Date …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:25PM
Monday, September 12, 2022

‘Heathers: The Musical’ Releases First Clip Ahead of Streamed Release on Roku by Billy McEntee

Roku has released an exclusive clip of the "Heathers: The Musical" live capture ahead of its release on Friday via The Roku Channel. The post ‘Heathers: The Musical’ Releases First Clip …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:33PM
Friday, September 9, 2022

‘Into the Woods’ Extends One Final Time by Billy McEntee

Jordan Roth announced that the hugely acclaimed revival of "Into the Woods" will be extended one final time through Sunday, January 8, 2023.   The post ‘Into the Woods’ Extends One F…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:19AM
Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford ‘Sweeney Todd’ Coming to Broadway by Billy McEntee

The rumored Broadway revival of 'Sweeney Todd' was confirmed this morning, with Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford officially leading the cast. The post Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford ‘…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:12PM
Monday, September 5, 2022

‘The Piano Lesson’ Unveils its New Broadway Marquee by Billy McEntee

"The Piano Lesson" is directed by Tony nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson, the first woman to ever direct an August Wilson play on Broadway. The post ‘The Piano Lesson’ Unveils its Ne…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:03AM
Thursday, September 1, 2022

Tickets for KPOP Are Now on Sale by Billy McEntee

"KPOP" is a multimedia experience that explores the relentless discipline, raw talent, and commercial ambition behind the international sensation. The post Tickets for KPOP Are Now on Sale…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:49AM
Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Three Off-Broadway Shows to See This Fall by Billy McEntee

See new plays that span styles and the boroughs this fall, including works by Will Arbery, Anna Kohler, and The Institute of Useless Activity. The post Three Off-Broadway Shows to See This F…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:25AM
Friday, August 26, 2022

Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford-Led ‘Sweeney Todd’ Revival Rumored by Billy McEntee

A revival of the beloved Stephen Sondheim musical Sweeney Todd led by Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford is rumored to arrive on Broadway spring 2023. The post Josh Groban and Annaleigh …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:42PM
Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Review: ‘Lavender Men’ Is A Humane, Powerful Exploration of Queer Desire by Billy McEntee

The Broadway Blog reviews Roger Q. Mason's 'Lavender Men,' a world premiere new work running at Los Angeles' Skylight Theatre through September 4th. The post Review: ‘Lavender Men’ Is A …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:54PM
Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Elton John’s ‘Tammy Faye’ Musical Leads New Almeida Season; Paul Mescal Also Featured by Billy McEntee

Elton John's long-gestating new musical Tammy Faye, based on the life of the legendary evangelist, will have its world premiere at London's Almeida Theatre. The post Elton John’s ‘Tammy…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:25AM
Monday, August 22, 2022

Review: ‘Don’t Do This to Us!’ Attempts a Sharp Satire That Doesn’t Deliver by Billy McEntee

The point of Stephanie Swirsky’s satire is clear, but the pay-off — even at its modest time commitment of 100 minutes — is ultimately not worth it. The post Review: ‘Don’t Do This…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:54PM
Sunday, August 21, 2022

Broadway-Bound ‘Almost Famous’ Musical Releases New Single by Billy McEntee

“The Night-Time Sky’s Got Nothing on You” is the second track to be made available from the forthcoming Original Cast Recording of Almost Famous, following the recent release of “Ev…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:18PM
Thursday, August 18, 2022

Tony Award-Winning Revival of ‘Take Me Out Will Return to Broadway by Billy McEntee

Second Stage Theatre's Tony Award-winning revival of Richard Greenberg's play 'Take Me Out' will return to Broadway this October.  The post Tony Award-Winning Revival of ‘Take Me Out Wi…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:33PM
Wednesday, August 17, 2022

“13” Movie Review: A Disappointing Netflix Adaptation of Cult Musical by Billy McEntee

The Broadway Blog reviews Netflix's movie adaptation of Jason Robert Brown's cult musical "13," starring Eli Golden, Debra Messing, and Josh Peck. The post “13” Movie Review: A Disappoin…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:37PM
Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Soundstage Returns with a Second Season of New, Free Audio Plays by Billy McEntee

More free audio plays: listen to Soundstage, the anthology series from Playwrights Horizons, wherever you get your podcasts. The post Soundstage Returns with a Second Season of New, Free Au…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:48AM
Monday, August 15, 2022

David Greenspan to Perform Tour de Force Production of Gertrude Stein’s ‘Four Saints in Three Acts’ by Billy McEntee

“If you enjoy it, you understand it," Gertrude Stein had said of "Four Saints in Three Acts," which will feature theater legend David Greenspan this fall. The post David Greenspan to Perfo…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:48AM
Thursday, August 11, 2022

Lillian White to Play Hermes in ‘Hadestown’ on Broadway by Billy McEntee

The Tony Award winner will be the first female-identifying person to play the god Hermes; her reign begins September 13 on Broadway. The post Lillian White to Play Hermes in ‘Hadestown’ …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:24AM
Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway at Renamed James Earl Jones Theatre by Billy McEntee

Six-time Tony award winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway in Adrienne Kennedy’s "Ohio State Murders," opening the renamed James Earl Jones Theatre. The post Audra McDonald Will Re…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:42AM
Sunday, August 7, 2022

Tom Kitt and Helen Park Adding New Songs to Off-Broadway’s ‘Sesame Street the Musical’ by Billy McEntee

Tom Kitt said, “As someone who grew up with the magic of 'Sesame Street', it is a dream come true to contribute an original song for this musical.” The post Tom Kitt and Helen Park Add…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:18AM

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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