Interview: Sara Bareilles on the 'Miracle' of Bringing WAITRESS to Movie Theaters
by Michael Major - Dec 7, 2023
After a nearly 10 year journey with Waitress, Sara Bareilles is bringing the hit musical to movie theaters. BroadwayWorld sat down with Bareilles to discuss what she's learned throughout her journey with Waitress, the 'intimacy' of bringing the musical to theaters, her favorite Waitress memories, and more.
COLLEGIATE THEATRICS: Logan Purcell of Middle Tennessee State University
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 29, 2023
We continue to celebrate the return of Collegiate Theatrics with an interview featuring one of our favorites from the theatre department at Middle Tennessee State University in nearby Murfreesboro: Logan Purcell, a native of Gallatin, Tennessee, who will be graduating in 2025. We know Logan from his onstage appearances in MTSU’s productions of Fun Home, Cabaret and Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella in which his talents were on prominent display.
Support Central US Regional Theaters on Giving Tuesday
by Joshua Wright - Nov 28, 2023
In the vibrant spirit of generosity that defines Giving Tuesday, BroadwayWorld is proud to shine a spotlight on the remarkable campaigns launched by theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Check out campaigns from the Central US.
Support East Coast Regional Theaters on Giving Tuesday
by Joshua Wright - Nov 28, 2023
In the vibrant spirit of generosity that defines Giving Tuesday, BroadwayWorld is proud to shine a spotlight on the remarkable campaigns launched by theaters across the United States, Canada, and Australia. Check out campaigns from the East Coast.
Cast Set For the West End Return of THE UNFRIEND
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023
Producers Playful Productions has announced the full cast for the West End return of Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss’ record breaking collaboration The Unfriend. Rehearsals are underway ahead of performances beginning at the Wyndhams’ Theatre on 16 December.
Seymour Center Unveils 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2023
Seymour Centre has announced its 2024 season, a set of five outstanding, must-see events presented in partnership with some of Sydney’s most ambitious independent theatre companies. Learn more about the lineup here!
Review: THE MONGOL KHAN, London Coliseum
by Franco Milazzo - Nov 21, 2023
An immense theatre production that leans as much on the Shakespearean tradition of rehashing history for modern audiences as it does on delivering spectacular staging, The Mongol Khan invades the West End’s biggest theatre with a show sure to set tongues wagging.
Cast and Creatives Set For SHIFTERS at Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023
Shifters opens at the Bush Theatre on 16 February 2024. This surprising and playful world premiere, a new Bush Theatre commission written by Benedict Lombe (Lava, winner of the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for Playwriting) and directed by Bush Theatre Artistic Director, Lynette Linton (August in England, Clyde's) will star Heather Agyepong (School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play) and Tosin Cole (Doctor Who).
22 Theater Books for Your Winter 2024 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 7, 2024
The weather outside might still be frightful for a while, but what better time to stay in and snuggle up with a great Broadway read? Check out our complete Winter 2024 reading list!
Carrie Hope Fletcher Will Embark on UK Concert Tour LOVE LETTERS in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2023
Following the huge success of her UK Concert Tour, 'An Open Book', actress, author, vlogger and award-winning West End sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading out on a brand-new UK concert tour in 2024. CARRIE HOPE FLETCHER – LOVE LETTERS will play thirteen venues around the country, kicking off on 27 September.
Review: SUPERYOU, Lyric Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Nov 17, 2023
Empowering musical still has work to be done, but demonstrates its potential to captivate an audience
Broadway Buying Guide: November 13, 2023
by Team BWW - Nov 13, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 13, 2023.
Review Roundup: BACKSTAIRS BILLY, Starring Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 8, 2023
Michael Grandage Company just celebrated opening night of Marcelo Dos Santos’ new comedy Backstairs Billy which looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon. Michael Grandage directs Penelope Wilton as the Queen Mother and Luke Evans as Billy.
THE FLEA Extends at The Yard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2023
The Yard Theatre has announced that due to popular demand it will extend its world premiere production of The Flea by James Fritz.
Broadway Buying Guide: October 16, 2023
by Team BWW - Oct 16, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 16, 2023.
Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Launches National Tour; What Are the Critics Saying?
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023
The National Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway! The 2023-2024 North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire launched at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo before continuing on to play 30+ cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Nashville and more. Read the reviews for Mrs. Doubtfire on tour here!
BWW Q&A: Summer Bohnenkamp of The Straz Center
by Joshua Wright - Oct 10, 2023
BroadwayWorld sat down for an interview with Summer Bohnenkamp, Chief Programming and Marketing Officer at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts following their 2023/2024 season announcement.