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Adi Roy Will Take Over the Title Role in ALADDIN This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024


Broadway's ALADDIN is set to welcome Adi Roy in the title role starting June 4. Catch the magical performance as the new Aladdin brings a fresh take to the beloved character.

Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars Announce the Outer Critics Circle Nominations- Live at 3:30pm
by Nicole Rosky - April 23, 2024


Tune in April 23 at 3:30pm ET to watch as Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez, host the live announcement of the 73rd Annual Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations.

Shaina Taub, SUFFS Cast And More Join Effort To Pass the Equal Rights Amendment
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Join Shaina Taub, Alyssa Milano, and the cast of SUFFS in a creative initiative for the Equal Rights Amendment, shedding light on the importance of sex equality in the entertainment industry.

Photos: On the Red Carpet For Opening Night of PATRIOTS On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - April 22, 2024


Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. See photos from the red carpet at Broadway turns out to celebrate opening night of this new political drama.

Photos: The Cast of PATRIOTS Takes Their Opening Night Curtain Call!
by Jennifer Broski - April 22, 2024


Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. See photos from inside opening night as the show's company officially kicks off their Broadway run at curtain calls!

Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name opens at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!

...LIFE AND SLIMES... To Host Behind The Scenes Post-Show Conversation
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Join Marc Summers, Alex Brightman, and Drew Gasparini for a creative conversation about the making of THE LIFE AND SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS, taking place on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

Video: Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


Mother/daughter duo Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton appeared on the CBS Sunday Morning show on April 21 to discusss their new book, Waiting in the Wings. The book, their 35th together, is about a group of theatrical ducks who are eager for their moment in the spotlight. The story was inspired by an experience the pair had at the Bay Street Theatre. Watch the interview here!

Review Roundup: Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS Arrives on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - April 22, 2024


Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. BroadwayWorld is pulling together the concensus from the New York City critics and you can check out they are saying about the new play below!

Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin to Talk CABARET on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin on TODAY with Hoda and Jenna this week! On Friday April 26, the Cabaret stars will be on TODAY to talk the new production, which is currently running at the August Wilson Theatre. The program airs 10:00-11:00 a.m. EDT on NBC.

Video: Willkommen to Opening Night of CABARET on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - April 22, 2024


Willkommen back to the Kit Kat Club on Broadway! Cabaret just celebrated an epic two-day opening weekend and BroadwayWorld was on hand to chat with the cast and creative team. In this video, watch as they hit the red carpet!

Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon, and More Join The New York Pops' 41st Birthday Gala
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024


Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon, Art Garfunkel, Art Garfunkel Jr., Courtney Hadwin, Valerie Simpson, Patty Smyth, Ruben Studdard, Adrienne Warren, Diane Warren, and Avery Wilson will now join The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, to honor Clive Davis.

Video: Jonathan Groff Talks MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on TODAY WITH HODA & JENNA
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


Jonathan Groff, who is currently playing the role of Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna on Monday. In the interview, Groff discussed some of the prominent people who have come to see the show, and how his approach to acting has changed over the years. Watch the video here!

Video: Watch Lorin Latarro's Sensational Choreography in THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Nicole Rosky - April 22, 2024


Oh, how Tommy moves! In this video, check out an electrifying look at Lorin Latarro's choreography in the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY.

Photos: Vanessa Williams and Bebe Neuwirth Announce the 2024 Drama League Award Nominations
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - April 22, 2024


Two-time Emmy and two-time Tony winner Bebe Neuwirth, and Grammy, Emmy, and Tony nominee Vanessa Williams, announced the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominations this morning, Monday, April 22, 2024 at 10:00AM. Check out photos from the event here!

Actress and Writer Meg Bennett Passes Away at 75
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


Actress and writer Meg Bennett has passed away. Learn more about Bennett's life and work.

What Do the Drama League Nominations Mean for the 2024 Tony Awards?
by Sidney Paterra - April 22, 2024


Earlier today, Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams announced the 2024 Drama League Awards nominees. What does today's news mean for the rest of awards season? Does love from the Drama League usually mean that a Tony nomination will follow?

Dusty Kay, Co-Writer of THE HONEYMOONERS Musical, Passes Away at 69
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


Writer Dusty Kay has passed away. Learn more about Kay's life and work.

Patrick Page Leads Red Bull Theater's THE TEMPEST Next Week
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024


Details have been announced for Red Bull Theater's upcoming production of The Tempest, starring Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Lillias White, and more.

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Releases New Block of Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2024


A new block of tickets is now on sale for the new Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: See Hugh Jackman in the Trailer for DEADPOOL AND WOLVERINE
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


Wolverine is back! Following the first trailer for Deadpool and Wolverine during the Super Bowl in February, Disney has dropped another trailer for the upcoming film in the Deadpool franchise, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. The Music Man actor is returning to his role as Wolverine for the first time since 2017's Logan, which served as a swan song to the character.

Robert O' Hara to Direct Film of BARBECUE
by Josh Sharpe - April 22, 2024


According to Deadline, playwright Robert O'Hara will be bringing Barbecue to the big screen. O'Hara will be directing the feature film adaptation of his play, which will star Colman Domingo, Marisa Tomei, and Danai Gurira. Domingo is no stranger to Barbecue, having directed a production of the play at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. Onscreen, Domingo recently starred in the film version of The Color Purple and was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in 2023's Rustin.

2024 Drama League Award Nominations Revealed
by Nicole Rosky - April 22, 2024


Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.

STEREOPHONIC on Broadway Extends Through Mid August 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2024


Stereophonic on Broadway has been extended! Learn about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Watch Jordan Tyson Sing 'If This Is Love' in THE NOTEBOOK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 22, 2024


Watch Jordan Tyson sing 'If This Is Love' in The Notebook on Broadway.


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