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Wednesday, September 7, 2016

BWW Exclusive: A First Hand Account of Elsie Fest 2016! by Marissa Sblendorio

The second annual Elsie Fest, a one-day outdoor music festival celebrating stars and songs from the stage and screen, took place yesterday, Monday, September 5th at the Ford Amphitheater at …

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Sunday, September 4, 2016

BWW Flashback: AN ACT OF GOD,?THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME and?LES MISERABLES Take Their Final Bows by Marissa Sblendorio

This weekend, we sadly say goodbye to three groundbreaking productions as they take their final bowsAN ACT OF GOD,THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME andLES MISERABLES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:45PM
Sunday, August 21, 2016

BWW Flashback: FINDING NEVERLAND Flies Away from Broadway Today! by Marissa Sblendorio

As BroadwayWorld previously reported,after a year and a half of performances, Broadway'sFINDING NEVERLANDwill play its final performance at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater today, August 21, 2016. …

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Monday, July 11, 2016

BWW Interview: Meet Broadway's Youngest Star in the Making, Tori Murray by Marissa Sblendorio

Tori Murray is Broadway's biggest star in the making. She's had show's atFeinstein's54 Below, worked with Sutton Foster, and she's only 12 years old To celebrate her return toFeinstein's54 B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM
Friday, July 8, 2016

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: July 2-8 by Marissa Sblendorio

Too sad about the principles leaving HAMILTON that you can't focus on anything elseWell don't worry BroadwayWorld has rounded up some of the biggest stories from this week from Broadway and …

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Friday, June 10, 2016

The First-Timers Club: Hats Off to the New Tony Nominees of 2016! by Marissa Sblendorio

From royalty, to rockersrevolutionaries to refugees-check out who's new to the Tony block this year, below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:21PM
Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Photo Flash: First Look at Bryce Ryness as Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA! by Marissa Sblendorio

MATILDA THE MUSICALwelcomes a new Miss Trunchbull tonight when Bryce Ryness takes over the role of the child-hurling headmistress of Crunchem Hall. Bryce Rynessjoins the Broadway production …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:01PM
Monday, June 6, 2016

Just You Wait- A New Block of HAMILTON Tickets Is Going on Sale Later This Week! by Marissa Sblendorio

Just you wait Come Tonys night, anew block of tickets for Hamilton will go on sale, covering January 2017 to May 2017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:58PM

Rehearsals Begin for Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival's Premiere of FROM HERE TO ETERNITY by Marissa Sblendorio

Tony, Oscar and Golden Globe award-winning lyricist Tim Rice is coming to Auburn, New York, this summer for the North American premiere of his new musical based on the novel by James Jones, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:21PM

AUDIO: Listen to Producer Scott Rudin Discuss His Award Winning Year with of SHUFFLE ALONG, THE HUMANS & More! by Marissa Sblendorio

Scott Rudin, producer ofhit shows, such as BOOK OF MORMON, and lead producer of 5 Tony nominated shows this year, including Drama Desk Award Winners THE HUMANS and SHUFFLE ALONG, recently sa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:55PM

Full Cast Announced for The Muny's AIDA, with Michelle Williams & Zak Resnick! by Marissa Sblendorio

The Muny announced today the complete cast for its production of Elton John and Tim Rice'sAidadirected by Matt Lenz, choreographed by Jon Rua and music directed by Andrew Graham.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:55PM
Thursday, May 26, 2016

BWW Interview: Ilana Levine Dishes Little Known Facts About Her New Podcast by Marissa Sblendorio

Little Known Factsis a podcast hosted by stage and film actress, Ilana Levine, best known for her role of Lucy in YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. With her unique style of hosting, best des…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM
Tuesday, May 24, 2016

How Does Tony Nominee Jeff Daniels Do Broadway? By 'Sprinting Face First into the Wall 8 Times a Week' by Marissa Sblendorio

It's undeniable thatJeff Daniels' career has been a varied one. From his Emmy-winning role onAaron Sorkin's THE NEWSROOM to one half of the comedy duo behind DUMB AND DUMBER, the stage and s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:38PM

SHOWING ROOTS, with Maggie Grace and Uzo Aduba, Will be Screened at the Brooklyn School of Music and Theater by Marissa Sblendorio

Through a unique partnership with theRoundabout Theater Company's Education Departmentand with the generous cooperation ofLifetime, the Lifetime network cut of the filmShowing Rootsdirected …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:42PM

The Barrow Group Will Celebrate 30 Years This June! by Marissa Sblendorio

Founded in 1986 by TBG co-Artistic Directors Seth Barrish and Lee Brock, The Barrow Group has become one of the preeminent performing arts training centers and theatre companies in New York …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:42PM
Monday, May 23, 2016

Live Design Awards to Honor Tony Award Winning Designers Beowulf Boritt, Natasha Katz and More by Marissa Sblendorio

Six awards for excellence in design achievement will be presented to individual designers and design teams byLive Designmagazine on Monday, June 13, 2016 atUpper Story by Charlie Palmerin Ne…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM
Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Photo Coverage: Melissa Benoist, Jeremy Jordan, and More Celebrate Laura Benanti with WE LOVE HER at Feinstein's/54 Below by Marissa Sblendorio

Last night, Melissa Benoist and Jeremy Jordan joined aline-upof stars at Feinstein's54 Below to celebrate Supergirl alum, Tony Award-winner, Laura Benanti. Benanti is currently headlining th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:09PM
Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Dan Lauria to Headline Private Reading of MEND by Marissa Sblendorio

MEND, a New Play by Steven Hillyer and Tim Marback, will have a private reading on Wednesday, May 18th2016. Dan Lauria LOMBARDI, A CHRISTMAS STORY will be joined by April Ortiz IN THE HEIGHT…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:07PM

BWW Exclusive: Joe's Pub-Bound Sven Ratzke Picks His Top 5 Favorite Bowie Songs by Marissa Sblendorio

Sven Ratzkethe transgressive European Entertainer Extraordinairewill celebrate the New York debut of his international hit showSTARMAN atJoe's Pub at the Publicfor three shows only fromMay 2…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:07PM
Monday, May 9, 2016

Video Roundup: CATS Pounces Back to Broadway- Meet the Cast! by Marissa Sblendorio

One of the biggest hits in theatrical history,CATS is returning to Broadway this summer.Producers TheShubert Organizationand The Nederlander Organizationtook today toannounce the cast for th…

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Lyricist Susan Birkenhead Working on SECRET LIVES OF BEES & More for Broadway Next Year! by Marissa Sblendorio

Yesterday, Peter Birkenhead wrote an article for the Daily Beast about his mother, lyricist Susan Birkenhead's, struggles that she had overcame, including escaping an abusive husband and rai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:50PM

Christian Borle Will Juggle Both FALSETTOS and CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY by Marissa Sblendorio

Broadway World reported earlier today thatWarner Bros. TheatreVentures, Langley Park Productions andNeal Street Productionsannounced that two-time Tony Award winnerChristian BorleSomething R…

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Monday, April 25, 2016

Official: Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Star in Disney's MARY POPPINS Sequel Alongside Emily Blunt by Marissa Sblendorio

About two months ago, BroadwayWorld reported that Lin-Manuel Miranda was in talks to star in Disney's MARY POPPINS sequel. Now, due to Disney setting the release dates for their upcoming liv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:19PM

The Skivvies are Back at Feinstein's/54 Below on 5/3 with Max Crumm, Barrett Foa & More! by Marissa Sblendorio

Lauren Molina and Nick Cearley, otherwise known as the Skivvies,are singersactorsmusicians that perform stripped down arrangements of eclecticcovers and eccentric originals.This 'undie-rock,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM
Tuesday, April 19, 2016

BWW Exclusive: Luke Frazier of The American Pops Picks His 5 Favorite 60s Songs by Marissa Sblendorio

MaestroLuke Frazier andThe American Pops Orchestra are proud to present Make Someone Happy A 60s Cocktail Party,the closing concert of their inaugural season. The event will take place atGeo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:19PM

BWW Exclusive: Luke Fraizer of The American Pops Picks His 5 Favorite 60s Songs by Marissa Sblendorio

MaestroLuke Frazier andThe American Pops Orchestra are proud to present Make Someone Happy A 60s Cocktail Party,the closing concert of their inaugural season. The event will take place atGeo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:33PM
Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Photo Flash: Go Inside Lincoln Center's Spring Gala, Hosted by Christian Borle! by Marissa Sblendorio

Lincoln Center's Spring Gala took place on Monday, April 11, at Rose Hall at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Steven A. Kandarian and MetLife were honored. There were 470 guests and nearly 3 million …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:43PM

Exclusive Photo Flash: Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York Honors Jessie Mueller, Andy Truschinski & More at Spring Gala by Marissa Sblendorio

TheAlliance of Resident TheatresNew YorkA.R.T.New York, the service and advocacy organization for New York City's 360 nonprofit theatres, celebrated44 years of service and dedication to the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:43PM
Tuesday, April 12, 2016

BWW Flashback: Put on Your Dancing Shoes as AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Celebrates One Year on Broadway! by Marissa Sblendorio

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS moved to Broadway following its world premiere in December, 2014 at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. It is directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, making hi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:24PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Christina Bianco, Jenna Leigh Green & More in THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES by Marissa Sblendorio

The Marvelous Wonderettes are back Producers Tom and Michael D'Angora are thrilled to offer a first look at that the new production of the long-running Off-Broadway hit musical that will cel…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:24PM
Monday, April 11, 2016

Hugh Jackman Gives James Corden Advice About Hosting the Tony Awards by Marissa Sblendorio

Back in February, CBS announced that the Tony Award-winning actor and current host of The Late Late Show,James Cordenwill emcee the 70th Annual Tony Awards. Since it his first time hosting t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:54PM

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