Saturday, January 17, 2026

Kennedy Center Loses “Wicked” “West Side Story” as Composer Stephen Schwartz Will Host Washington Opera Gala Elsewhere (Video) by Roger Friedman

The Trump Kennedy Center’s loss is everyone else’s gain. (See video below.) In the last weeks, “Wicked” composer said he wouldn’t host the Kennedy Center’s annual gala this sprin…

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 08:18PM
Friday, January 16, 2026

Washington National Opera Announces Stephen Schwartz Hosted WEST SIDE STORY Gala & New Venues

Washington National Opera has announced that its spring 2026 performances, marking the company’s 70th anniversary season, will take place at venues throughout the greater Washington, D.C. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:28AM
Monday, January 12, 2026

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Welcomes Arianna Rosario as Satine Alternate by Jamie Kravitz

Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Arianna Rosario to Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre as the Satine alternate beginning on January 31. Rosario will play the role at Saturday matinees.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:54AM
Monday, January 5, 2026

Video: Rob Colletti & Hayley Podschun Sing 'Sue Me' from GUYS AND DOLLS

Watch Rob Colletti and Hayley Podschun perform "Sue Me" from Guys and Dolls. Directed By Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot, West Side S…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:14PM
Friday, January 2, 2026

Videos: Jennifer Lopez Sings GYPSY, FUNNY GIRL & More in Las Vegas Residency

Jennifer Lopez kicked off her new Las Vegas residency with some Broadway classics! The recent Kiss of the Spider Woman star has officially opened her brand-new residency, Jennifer Lopez: Up …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM
Thursday, January 1, 2026

Marilyn Cooper "Woman of the Year" Interview (1981) by American Musical Theater Archives

Born in New York City in 1936, Marilyn Cooper was an actress best known for her work in musical comedy. She made her Broadway debut in Jule Styne and George Gilbert’s musical Mr. Wonderful…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:14AM
Monday, December 22, 2025

Video: 'Luck Be a Lady' from GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Take your first look at "Luck Be a Lady" performed by Jacob Dickey and the company of GUYS AND DOLLS at Sakespeare Theatre Company. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Fr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:26PM
Tuesday, December 16, 2025

[HD] Gotta Dance Trailer by York Theatre Company

GOTTA DANCE with AMERICAN DANCE MACHINE, presented in association with Riki Kane Larimer, honors the timeless art of musical theatre dance on stage and film. Featuring inspired reconstructio…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:01PM

[HD] Gotta Dance at The York Theatre by York Theatre Company

GOTTA DANCE with AMERICAN DANCE MACHINE, presented in association with Riki Kane Larimer, honors the timeless art of musical theatre dance on stage and film. Featuring inspired reconstructio…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:42PM
Sunday, December 14, 2025

This Week on Broadway for December 14, 2025: Marjorie Prime by James Marino

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk about Marjorie Prime, Guys and Dolls @ Shakespeare Theatre Company, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas @ The Goodspeed, West Side St…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 04:00PM
Thursday, December 11, 2025

Jeremy Jordan, Ariana DeBose and More to Perform at 54 Below First Annual Gala

54 BELOW will present its The First Annual 54 Below Gala on March 23 at 8pm. Join in as 54 Below launches a new tradition at Broadway’s Living Room. The First Annual 54 Below Gala brings t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:35PM
Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Video: Kyle Taylor Parker Sings 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat' from GUYS AND DOLLS

Take your first look at "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat" performed by Kyle Taylor Parker and the company of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Frances…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:33PM
Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Video: John McCook Looks Back at Broadway Start in WEST SIDE STORY Revival

John McCook wasn't always known as Eric Forrester on The Bold and the Beautiful. A longtime veteran of the popular CBS soap opera, McCook got his start on Broadway in a 1964 City Center revi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:10PM
Monday, December 8, 2025

Video: GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Get a first look at Sakespeare Theatre Company's holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turandot,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:26PM
Friday, December 5, 2025

Ariana DeBose Discusses Her Return to the Stage in The Baker's Wife by Playbill

The Classic Stage Company's revival of The Baker's Wife officially opened the Off-Broadway company's 2025-2026 season November 11. West Side Story Oscar winner, Broadway favorite, and freque…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:36AM

Lea Salonga, Gerónimo Rauch, and More Will Lead LES MISERABLES: THE WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR in Manila

Initial casting has been announced for the Manila stop of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR, coming to The Theatre at Solaire from 20 January to 1 March 2…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:27AM
Thursday, December 4, 2025

Review Roundup: GOTTA DANCE Opens Off-Broadway at the York Theatre

The York Theatre Company and American Dance Machine are now presenting Gotta Dance, co-directed by Nikki Feirt Atkins and Randy Skinner. The production runs through December 28, 2025 at 7:00…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:34AM

What Do the Critics Think of Gotta Dance Off-Broadway? by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

The revue features reconstructions from West Side Story, A Chorus Line, Singin’ in the Rain, and more while celebrating Susan Stroman, Bob Fosse, Michael Bennett, and Billy Wilson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Gotta Dance! by Wendy Caster

The immensely entertaining Gotta Dance!, a creation of American Dance Machine presented by the York Theatre, includes some 17 dance numbers from such classic musicals as A Chorus Line, Sweet…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 03:12AM
Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Photos: Hayley Podschun, Julie Benko and More Star in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

akespeare Theatre Company has released photos of its holiday presentation of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Washington National Opera Artistic Director Francesca Zambello (Porgy and Bess, Turan…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:35PM
Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Get a 1st Look at Afra Hines, Jess LeProtto, Jessica Lee Goldyn, More in Gotta Dance Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

The revue features reconstructions from West Side Story, A Chorus Line, Singin’ in the Rain, and more while celebrating Susan Stroman, Bob Fosse, Michael Bennett, and Billy Wilson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM
Friday, November 21, 2025

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie Soundtrack Now Available on CD

Kiss of the Spider Woman – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is now available on CD. The album was released in streaming and digital platforms last month and will be available on Friday, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM
Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Stars Of New Musical THE ART TOUR Find Serenity On The Road

The paintings inspired Fackrell to begin work on The Art Tour, a two-person musical about a former couple heading out on a tour of the US to launch their art business. The story kicks off wh…

SOURCE: Theatrely at 11:45AM
Monday, November 17, 2025

Photos: Inside the 2025 Academy’s Governors Awards with Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Lopez & More

On November 16, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences celebrated the Academy’s 16th Governors Awards in Hollywood, honoring Tony Award-nominated dancer Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Paul Tazewell to Receive Costume Exhibition at Chicago's Griffin Museum by Margaret Hall

Tazewell's work from Hamilton, Wicked, West Side Story, and more will be on display to the public.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM
Monday, November 3, 2025

See Who's Joining Ansel Elgort in The Who Rock Ballet Quadrophenia at New York City Center by Logan Culwell-Block, Natan Zamansky

The ballet-trained West Side Story film star will make his professional dance debut in the dance work, directed by Rob Ashford and choreographed by Paul Roberts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:19PM
Sunday, November 2, 2025

Photos: Casa Mañana Theatre's Star-Studded WEST SIDE STORY; Alex Benoit, Addie Morales

Casa Mañana kicks off its 2025-26 Broadway Season with West Side Story, featuring the likes of Alex Benoit, Addie Morales, and more. One of the most beloved musicals of all time, West Side …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48PM

Hugh Panaro & Elizabeth Stanley Rehearse with the New York Pops by BroadwayWorld

On October 24, vocal powerhouses Hugh Panaro and Elizabeth Stanley will join in a program of hits beloved by fans of classic films and Broadway musicals alike. The show will include music …

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:48PM
Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Theatre Review: ‘West Side Story’ at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis by Julia Tucker

“The air is humming,” and something great has come to the Children’s Theatre of Annapolis (CTA) stage! An extraordinarily talented cast of young performers is currently staging “West…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:27PM
Monday, October 27, 2025

Rachel Zegler and More Named Glamour's U.S. 2025 Women of the Year

Glamour has unveiled the U.S. 2025 Women of the Year honorees and covers, which include Broadway and film star Rachel Zegler. Check out Zegler's profile here. Rachel Zegler rose to fame when…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler Will Lead THE LAST FIVE YEARS Concert in London

Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt (Dear Evan Hansen, Pitch Perfect, Parade) and Golden Globe and NBR winner Rachel Zegler (Evita, The Hunger Games, West Side Story), are set to le…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:06AM

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