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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Oscar-Winning Thelma & Louise Screenwriter Says Musical Adaptation in the Works by Lindsey Sullivan

Buckle up! Callie Khouri, who won an Oscar for writing the screenplay for Thelma & Louise, says the 1991 film is being adapted into a musical, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Br…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM
Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Odds & Ends: West Side Story's Rachel Zegler Tapped for Live-Action Snow White by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. West Side Story Star Rachel Zegler Could Play Snow White Singing "Someday My Prince Will Come" will be no sweat for Steven…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:36PM

David Byrne's American Utopia, Freestyle Love Supreme & the Broadway Advocacy Coalition to Receive Special Tony Awards by Lindsey Sullivan

The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced three special Tony Awards will be presented to David Byrne’s American Utopia, Freestyle Love Supreme and the Broadway Advocacy Coalition…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:24PM

Kuhoo Verma on Filming Hulu's Plan B and What She Would Say to Her Younger Self by Lindsey Sullivan

The newest episode of Broadway Profiles features an interview with Kuhoo Verma, who appears in in Hulu's new comedy Plan B. A Lucille Lortel Award winner for her performance in Dave Malloy…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:24PM

Tracy Letts' The Minutes Announces New Venue & Opening Night Date for Broadway Return by Lindsey Sullivan

Tracy Letts' The Minutes has a new theater and opening night date set for 2022. The Pulitzer-finalist drama will now return to Broadway in March 2022 with an opening night scheduled for Ap…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:24PM

Nathan Lane, Patti LuPone & Amy Ryan Join Disappointment Blvd. by Lindsey Sullivan

Some top-tier Broadway stars have joined the cast of Disappointment Blvd. According to Deadline, Hereditary and Midsommar director and scribe Ari Aster's forthcoming A24 film will star Osca…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12PM
Monday, June 21, 2021

Odds & Ends: Go Behind the Scenes of Lin-Manuel Miranda & Jimmy Fallon's Broadway Tribute by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Go Behind the Scenes with Lin-Manuel Miranda & Jimmy Fallon Can't stop watching last week's star-packed salute to Broad…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:06PM

See Rita Moreno Talk About Steven Spielberg's West Side Story: 'It's Astonishing!' by Lindsey Sullivan

Something's coming, something good! The newest episode of Broadway Profiles features an interview with the legendary Rita Moreno. In addition to serving as the subject a new documentary, Ri…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:18PM
Friday, June 18, 2021

Just Too Good to Be True! Casting Announced for Jersey Boys' West End Return by Lindsey Sullivan

Oh what a night July 28 will be for this cast! The West End return of Jersey Boys is set to star fresh talents Ben Joyce as Frankie Valli, Adam Bailey as Bob Gaudio, Benjamin Yates as Tommy …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:24PM
Thursday, June 17, 2021

Patti LuPone, Carrie Fisher & More to Receive Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame by Lindsey Sullivan

We'll drink to this! The Hollywood Walk of Fame's class of 2022 has been revealed! ABC7 reports that Tony winner Patti LuPone will be among the honorees to be recognized at next year's induc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:54PM

Odds & Ends: Cynthia Erivo, Vanessa Williams & More Set for A Capitol Fourth by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Roster Set for PBS' A Capitol Fourth Vanessa Williams will host the 41st annual Capitol Fourth concert. Similar to last yea…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:32PM

God, I Hope I Get It! Nominees Announced for the 2021 Jimmy Awards by Lindsey Sullivan

The Broadway League has announced the nominees participating in this year's Jimmy Awards, also known as the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (a.k.a. the Tonys for high school stu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:32PM

Alexandra Silber-Led Indecent & More Announced for Menier Chocolate Factory's Reopening by Lindsey Sullivan

Live performances will resume at London's Menier Chocolate Factory in September with the reopening of the European premiere of Paula Vogel's Indecent. Starring Broadway's Alexandra Silber, t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12PM
Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Cynthia Erivo to Star in & Produce Remake of Bette Midler Breakout Film The Rose by Lindsey Sullivan

Make a joyful noise! The Color Purple Tony winner Cynthia Erivo just added an exciting new project to an already hearty plate. Variety reports that the multi-hyphenate talent will produce an…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:12PM

Mic Drop! Freestyle Love Supreme to Return to Broadway by Lindsey Sullivan

The beat goes on! Freestyle Love Supreme, the high-energy show that blends hip-hop, improvisational theater, music and vocal stylings, is set to return to Broadway. Conceived by Lin-Manuel M…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:54AM

Hello! The Book of Mormon to Resume Broadway & West End Performances in November by Lindsey Sullivan

The Tony-winning musical The Book of Mormon will return to Broadway's Eugene O'Neill Theatre on November 5. The show will also resume performances on November 15 at the Prince of Wales Theat…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:42AM
Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Odds & Ends: Christy Altomare to Lead Reading of New Musical Alice in Neverland by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Christy Altomare, Will Swenson & More Set for New Musical Reading Broadway favorite and former vlogger Christy Altomare…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:32PM

Stage & Screen Talent Lisa Banes Dies at 65 by Lindsey Sullivan

Lisa Banes, who had several Broadway credits and notably appeared in the big screen adaptation of Gone Girl, has died at the age of 65. According to The New York Post, she died on June 14 as…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:12PM

Actors’ Equity Shares COVID-Safety Protocols for National Tour Productions by Lindsey Sullivan

On June 14, the Actors’ Equity Association shared COVID-safety protocols specific to national touring productions. "Following months of discussions, we’ve reached an agreement with the B…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:12PM

Watch the Avett Brothers Perform a Song from New Musical Swept Away by Lindsey Sullivan

A performance from Grammy-nominated folk rock band The Avett Brothers is always a treat, but this one is especially significant. In a new music video, Scott and Seth Avett perform the title …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:12PM

Blue Man Group to Resume Performances Off-Broadway in September by Lindsey Sullivan

Audiences will be painting the town red blue this fall! Blue Man Group, the downtown staple that is a comedy show, rock concert and dance party all rolled into one, will resume performance…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:12PM

Watch Tony Winner Ali Stroker Talk About Her Book The Chance to Fly and More by Lindsey Sullivan

The newest episode of Broadway Profiles features an interview with Ali Stroker, who made history with her 2019 Tony win for her performance in Oklahoma! Stroker joined Emmy-winning anchor T…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:12PM
Monday, June 14, 2021

Watch Krysta Rodriguez Talk About Halston and Stroll Through Her Stage Memories on Broadway Profiles by Lindsey Sullivan

The newest episode of Broadway Profiles features an interview with Krysta Rodriguez, who is appearing in Netflix's Halston playing Liza Minnelli. "I can't believe I did it. I can't believe p…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:18PM
Friday, June 11, 2021

Katori Hall's The Hot Wing King Wins 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Drama by Lindsey Sullivan

The 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Drama has been awarded to Katori Hall's The Hot Wing King, which made its world premiere at off-Broadway's Signature Theatre in 2020. The Hot Wing King marks Hall…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:12PM

Tony and Grammy Winner Tom Kitt to Release Album Reflect, Featuring Many Broadway Stars, in August by Lindsey Sullivan

Tony and Grammy winner Tom Kitt is releasing his debut solo album, Reflect, on August 13. Available for preorder now, the Sony Masterworks album features music from Kitt and lyrics from m…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:12PM

NBC Cancels Musical Comedy Series Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist by Lindsey Sullivan

This news won't be music to the ears of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist fans. Variety reports that the show has been canceled after two seasons at NBC. The show premiered on January 7, 2020. …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM
Thursday, June 10, 2021

Grammy Nominee Lily Allen Set to Make Her West End Debut in Thriller 2:22 by Lindsey Sullivan

Go ahead and smile! Grammy nominee and BRIT Award winner Lily Allen will make her West End debut in Danny Robins' thriller play 2:22 - A Ghost Story. The show will begin performances at the …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:03PM
Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Odds & Ends: Frankie Grande Announces Engagement to Hale Leon by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Frankie Grande & Hale Leon Are Engaged Broadway alum and former Broadway.com vlogger Frankie Grande is going to tie th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:12PM

Daniel Fish Reunites with Oklahoma! Alums for The Most Happy Fella Concert by Lindsey Sullivan

Bard SummerScape has announced casting for Most Happy in Concert. The event is directed by Daniel Fish, and reunites him with arrangers Daniel Kluger and Nathan Koci, who all previously c…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:03PM

Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda and a Slew of Stars Celebrate Broadway's Return by Lindsey Sullivan

Ahead of the In the Heights film release on June 11, creator Lin-Manuel Miranda appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for a medley celebrating the return of Broadway with a tr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:54AM

Matilda Movie Musical, Starring Emma Thompson & Alisha Weir, Set to Release in December 2022 by Lindsey Sullivan

Audiences are one step closer to getting loud for the Matilda movie musical! Deadline reports that Netflix will release the film in December 2022. In addition, Sony Pictures U.K. and TriStar…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:54AM

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