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ONLY MURDERS Song Wins Emmy; Pasek & Paul Become EGOT Winners
ONLY MURDERS Song Wins Emmy; Pasek & Paul Become EGOT Winners
by Josh Sharpe - September 08, 2024


Along with Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul have won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Music And Lyrics for their work in Only Murders in the Building. They won for the viral patter song 'Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It?' sung by Steve Martin in season three of the acclaimed series.

Video: Billy Porter Talks Broadway for Harris on MSNBC's THE WEEKEND
Video: Billy Porter Talks Broadway for Harris on MSNBC's THE WEEKEND
by Blair Ingenthron - September 08, 2024


Watch Billy Porter discuss Broadway for Harris on MSNBC's The Weekend in the video here!

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Dancers For Harris, Move US Forward with Mary Ann Lamb a
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Dancers For Harris, Move US Forward with Mary Ann Lamb and Suze Misner
by Jayke Workman - September 08, 2024


In this video, I am joined by Mary Ann Lamb and Suze Misner! We talk about our mutual connection to Chicago The Musical, as Mary Ann was in the original Broadway company, and they were both in the film adaptation of the show directed by Rob Marshall.

Photos: CABARET Stars Eddie Redmayne & Gayle Rankin Honored with Sardi's Portraits
Photos: CABARET Stars Eddie Redmayne & Gayle Rankin Honored with Sardi's Portraits
by Bruce Glikas - September 08, 2024


Cabaret stars Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin were placed on the Sardi’s Walls of Broadway fame with portraits at an unveiling by Max Klimavicius, owner of Sardi’s. Check out photos from the event below!

Are Broadway Showtimes Getting Earlier?
Are Broadway Showtimes Getting Earlier?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - September 08, 2024


This time, the reader question was: What is the deal with alternative show times on Broadway, like Oh, Mary!’s 5pm Saturday performance?

Paul Anka Says Musical Based on His Life is Still in the Works
Paul Anka Says Musical Based on His Life is Still in the Works
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024


According to the Canadian Press, Paul Anka says his bio-musical is beginning to gain traction. The Canadian singer has been working on the musical for the last 15 years.

Broadway Jukebox: The New Musicals of 2024 (So Far)
Broadway Jukebox: The New Musicals of 2024 (So Far)
by Sidney Paterra - September 07, 2024


Did you know that  between now and the end of the year, seven muscials will open on Broadway? From revivals of beloved classics to brand new works from some of our favorite writers, this star-studded fall season is very much underway. 

Photos: The Cast of OUR TOWN Meets the Press
Photos: The Cast of OUR TOWN Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - September 07, 2024


Our Town will begin previews on Tuesday, September 17 ahead of an opening on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. The show's cast and team recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand at the event. Check out photos below!

Broadway By Design: JOB
Broadway By Design: JOB
by Nicole Rosky - September 07, 2024


We continue with the creatives from Job- Scenic Designer Scott Penner and Costume Designer Michelle J. Li.

Tony-Nominated Costume Designer Michael McDonald Dies At 61
Tony-Nominated Costume Designer Michael McDonald Dies At 61
by A.A. Cristi - September 06, 2024


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony-nominated costume designer, Michael McDonald. McDonald passed away on September 4 due to complications from a brief illness at the age of 61.

Video: Alexandra Silber Is Doing Double Duty
Video: Alexandra Silber Is Doing Double Duty
by Robert Bannon - September 06, 2024


Our Class (fresh from BAM) and Merchant of Venice both are coming to Classic Stage Company this fall and Alexandra happens to be in both! As you can tell, a real slacker! We had an inspiring chat about art, acting, and why it all matters. In this video, watch as Silber chats about both!

Photos: Jim Parsons and the Cast of OUR TOWN in Rehearsal
Photos: Jim Parsons and the Cast of OUR TOWN in Rehearsal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 06, 2024


Take a look inside the rehearsal room for the upcoming Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Photo: Exclusive First Look at Beth Leavel in Short Film MICROFOCUSING
Photo: Exclusive First Look at Beth Leavel in Short Film MICROFOCUSING
by Josh Sharpe - September 06, 2024


Tony Winner Beth Leavel is among the cast of the recently wrapped family drama Microfocusing from Vivre La Vie Productions. Leavel plays “Trish,” a sharp-witted waitress who has a unique perspective on the unfolding lives of her patrons. Take a look at an exclusive photo of Leavel here!

Video: Ana Gasteyer Reveals Pre-Show Ritual for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
Video: Ana Gasteyer Reveals Pre-Show Ritual for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Josh Sharpe - September 06, 2024


Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers on Thursday to discuss her role as Queen Aggravain in the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. Watch the interview now!

WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More to Join Broadway Flea Market
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More to Join Broadway Flea Market
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 06, 2024


The first table participants have been revealed for this year’s Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, set for Sunday, September 22, 2024. Learn how to attend.

Video: Alyssa Milano Is CHICAGO's New Roxie
Video: Alyssa Milano Is CHICAGO's New Roxie
by Joey Mervis - September 06, 2024


In this video, watch as Alyssa Milano chats more about the thrill of making her debut, why she can't get enough of Chicago, and so much more!

Video: Sneak Peek of Selena Gomez Singing in EMILIA PEREZ
Video: Sneak Peek of Selena Gomez Singing in EMILIA PEREZ
by Josh Sharpe - September 06, 2024


Netflix has released a short sneak peek of Selena Gomez singing the song 'Mi Camino' in Emilia Perez, the upcoming Spanish-language musical in which she stars alongside Zoe Saldaña and Karla Sofía Gascón.

Eli and Peyton Manning Tackle Broadway in MANNINGCAST: THE MUSICAL
Eli and Peyton Manning Tackle Broadway in MANNINGCAST: THE MUSICAL
by Josh Sharpe - September 06, 2024


Football fans, look out: Broadway is coming your way. At least, that's the (fictional) goal of brothers Peyton and Eli Manning in a new video that serves as an announcement for the fourth season of ManningCast, the Monday night football show hosted by the duo.

Williamstown Theatre Festival Wants To Be The Coachella of Theatre
Williamstown Theatre Festival Wants To Be The Coachella of Theatre
by Joshua Wright - September 06, 2024


Raphael Picciarelli (Managing Director of Strategy and Transformation) shared that they want to 'create something similar to a music festival.'

Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Broadway Cast in Rehearsals
Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Broadway Cast in Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 06, 2024


Get a first look at photos of the Broadway cast of The Hills of California in rehearsals here! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson Will Play Final Performances in THE NOTEBOOK Next Month
John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson Will Play Final Performances in THE NOTEBOOK Next Month
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2024


Original Chicago and Broadway cast members John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson will play their final performances in The Notebook, the new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the film of the same name.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for BABBIT Starring Matthew Broderick, Ali Stroker, Judy Ka
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for BABBIT Starring Matthew Broderick, Ali Stroker, Judy Kaye & More
by Joshua Wright - September 06, 2024


Get a first look at rehearsal photos from Shakespeare Theatre Company's second show of 24/25 Season, Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony Award-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony Award-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside star Matthew Broderick. Babbitt runs at STC’s Harman Hall from October 1 to November 3.

Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2024


The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.

Jennifer Hudson Releasing First-Ever Holiday Album
Jennifer Hudson Releasing First-Ever Holiday Album
by Josh Sharpe - September 06, 2024


Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist, Academy Award-winning actress, and Tony and Emmy Award-winning producer Jennifer Hudson captures the magic of the holiday season on The Gift of Love, which will be released on October 18. 

1965 Musical, SKYSCRAPER Will Receive First-Ever Revival Off-Broadway
1965 Musical, SKYSCRAPER Will Receive First-Ever Revival Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2024


The first-ever revival of the 1965 musical Skyscraper is headed off-Broadway this November! The musical features music from James Van Heusen, lyrics by  Sammy Cahn, and book by Peter Stone, based on Dream Girl by Elmer Rice.


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