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Saturday, September 12, 2015

Audra McDonald Shares Emmy Win with SWEENEY TODD (LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER) for Outstanding Special Class Program by Sally Henry

Live From Lincoln Center's telecast of SWEENEY TODD THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET has won the Creative Arts Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Program. Therefore, six-time Tony Awar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:34PM

SWEENEY TODD (LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER) Wins Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Program by Sally Henry

Live From Lincoln Center's telecast of SWEENEY TODD THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET has won the Creative Arts Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Program.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:15PM

2015 Creative Arts Emmy Award Winners- Updating LIVE! by Sally Henry

THE EMMY AWARDS for Creative Arts are underway, and BroadwayWorld has the winners updating LIVE below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:10PM
Sunday, September 6, 2015

Photo Flash: Lea Michele, Rosie O'Donnell, John Kander, and More Visit HAMILTON by Sally Henry

The latest guests to attend the show were Rosie O'Donnell, Lea Michele, Katharine McPhee, Michael Emerson, Carrie Preston, Neil Patrick Harris, and legendary Broadway songwriter John Kander.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:28PM
Saturday, September 5, 2015

STAGE TUBE: Matthew Morrison Freestyles, Sings LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA in Latest #Ham4Ham Performance! by Sally Henry

In today's special pre-show performance, FINDING NEVERLAND star Matthew Morrison joined the party to freestyle rap based on the word 'Disneyland,' with HAMILTON starcreator Lin-Manuel Mirand…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:02PM

Photo Flash: Matthew Morrison Attends #Ham4Ham Performance Undercover by Sally Henry

It seems like the cool thing to do in NYC is go see the Ham4Ham lottery performance before HAMILTON performances, and Matthew Morrison concurs.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:02PM

FINDING NEVERLAND to Hit the West End in 2016? by Sally Henry

Might FINDING NEVERLAND fly to the London stage next year It looks that way

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:44PM

David Beckham to Take up Acting Next? by Sally Henry

His soccer career might be past its prime, but David Beckham sees a new career on the horizon- and it doesn't necessarily involve a ball.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:28PM

"I'm Not Going Anywhere" - Liza Minnelli Talks Perseverance, Concerts, and More! by Sally Henry

Liza Minnelli is back in the performance ring, out of rehab, and bent on survival, which she says is natural to her.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:24PM

Photo Flash: HAMILTON Scenic Designer David Korins Shares Action Shots, Feat. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Phillipa Soo, and More! by Sally Henry

HAMILTON scenic designer David Korins has been posting photos of the show from the time the cast first set foot onto the stage at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, and he just keeps 'em coming. T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:24PM
Friday, September 4, 2015

Melissa Rivers Posts Heartfelt Tribute in Memory of Joan Rivers by Sally Henry

As of today, September 4, it has already been a year since comedy icon Joan Rivers passed away, and her friends, family, and entertainment industry colleagues have been making dedications to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:37PM
Sunday, August 30, 2015

Samantha Barks Talks Finding Her Inner Child, Honing Her Vocal Skills, and More in AMELIE by Sally Henry

Samantha Barks has returned to the musical stage in a role that has taught her about her voice and helped her to explore her childish side.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:30AM
Saturday, August 29, 2015

Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Groban, and Many More Tribute Kyle Jean-Baptiste by Sally Henry

Like all of the theatre community, BroadwayWorld is shocked and saddened to learn of the untimely passing of 21-year-old Les Miserables performer Kyle Jean-Baptiste after an accident at his …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:04PM
Thursday, August 27, 2015

BWW Feature: Top Three Musical Roles Jake Gyllenhaal Should Play on Broadway- BWW Readers Weigh In! by Sally Henry

Though most of us think of Gyllenhaal as the kid from the 1999 film OCTOBER SKY who grew up to receive an Oscar nomination for BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN and has of late sported a rockin' beard, man…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:02PM
Sunday, August 23, 2015

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Stars Tweet in Honor of Gene Kelly's Birthday by Sally Henry

Legendary American triple threat performer known for his roles in musical movies SINGIN' IN THE RAIN and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, Gene Kelly, would be celebrating his 103rd birthday today. So o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:51PM

Photo Flash: New HAMILTON Shots, Featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda, Leslie Odom, Jr., Chris Jackson, and More by Sally Henry

HAMILTON set designer David Korins has been posting photos of the show from the time the cast first set foot onto the stage at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, and he just keeps 'em coming.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:46PM
Sunday, August 16, 2015

UPDATE: Eden Espinosa's New Album Kickstarter Campaign Reaches Goal! Ramin Karimloo and More Broadway Stars Contribute by Sally Henry

UPDATE Eden Espinosa is officially heading back to the recording studio The actress just tweeted, 'Drumroll please...... raminkarimloo 's pledge took us to OUR GOAL We did it'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:49PM

Eden Espinosa's New Album Kickstarter Campaign Reaches 91% of Goal; Ramin Karimloo and More Broadway Stars Contribute by Sally Henry

Eden Espinosa is doing her best to head back to the recording studio, and with the help of her fans and colleagues, it looks like she may just do it.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:52PM

Victoria Clark Finds Love Through the Miracle of Music- And eHarmony by Sally Henry

Victoria Clark has starred in many musicals depicting beautiful romances, but none could be as beautiful as her own love story.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24AM
Sunday, August 9, 2015

Friend of Rosie O'Donnell Speaks out Against Donald Trump's Debate Comments by Sally Henry

Rosie isn't just a celebrity, she's also a large proponent and donor of charities, particularly arts-supporting ones.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:09PM
Saturday, August 8, 2015

STAGE TUBE: IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU On-Stage Proposal and Wedding Montage by Sally Henry

IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU has seen the most on-stage proposals and even weddings of any show this season. Given its subject matter, it makes sense. Where better to get engaged than a musical about…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19PM
Tuesday, August 4, 2015

BWW Interview: Pamela Shaw Talks Working With Jason Alexander, Bringing LUCKY STIFF to the Screen, and More by Sally Henry

Not many actors get to revisit a role they played in the past, much less reprise it on the big screen, but Pamela Shaw is the exception.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:50PM
Sunday, August 2, 2015

Richard Gere Says Playing Gay in Original BENT on Broadway 'Was Not Dangerous at All' by Sally Henry

Gay roles on Broadway may be more than acceptable in 2015, but what kind of judgement was passed on such roles in the '70s Regardless, Richard Gere didn't feel unsafe when he played gay in t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:07PM

VIDEO: Audra McDonald and Will Swenson Sing LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY Theme Song by Sally Henry

Broadway husband and wife Will Swenson and Audra McDonald recently filmed themselves singing a seemingly random duet- the theme song from the hit '70s show LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY. Why Because t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber Talks Wanting One More Hit, New Song for CATS, Plus Return of JOSEPH, SUNSET, & More by Sally Henry

With long-running smash hits like THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and CATS, Andrew Lloyd Webber is ready for a new musical hit- and a fresh take on his classics.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:39AM
Sunday, July 26, 2015

13-Year-Old Directs Full-Scale Production of SHREK THE MUSICAL in Lincoln by Sally Henry

It's always gratifying to see young people take an interest in theatre, but a 13-year-old in Lincoln, Nebraska has taken 'interest' to a new level.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:44PM

LES MISERABLES Welcomes Youngest and First African-American Jean Valjean in Broadway History by Sally Henry

LES MISERABLES history was made this week when a 21-year-old African-American actor went on as Jean Valjean.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

VIDEO: HAMILTON Meets Disney Meets WICKED in New #Ham4Ham Lottery Performance, Featuring Okieriete Onaodowan by Sally Henry

Below, watch the hilarious video with the parodied lyrics, 'To those who'd ground me, send a message back- 'I'm Mickey'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

VIDEO: President Obama and Jon Stewart Talk Lin-Manuel Miranda's 2009 HAMILTON Performance at The White House by Sally Henry

Before his final appearance with Jon Stewart, the two talked about Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical HAMILTON, recalling that Miranda first performed a small segment from the show at The White Ho…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:01AM
Saturday, July 25, 2015

Kenny Ortega to Helm HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 10th Anniversary Special in 2016? by Sally Henry

Kenny Ortega might have a new HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL performance in mind for next year.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54PM

STAGE TUBE: Lin-Manuel Miranda Answers Fan Questions with A CHORUS LINE Lyrics at Today's HAMILTON Lottery by Sally Henry

Lin-Manuel Miranda tributed A CHORUS LINE again at today's HAMILTON lottery.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:39PM

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