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THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH World Premiere & More Set for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the seven productions that will make up the organization’s 2024/25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K & 10K Participants Raise $86,013 for Broadway Cares
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024


More than 2,000 participants gathered April 6, 2024, on NYC’s Governor’s Island for the second edition of the NYCRUNS Spring Fling 5K & 10K in support of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about the event.

Tickets Now on Sale for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024


Tickets are now on sale for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical starring James Monroe Iglehart. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

New Block of Tickets Available for MJ Through January 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024


A new block of tickets for MJ are now on sale for performances through January 5, 2025. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Desi Oakley to Lead WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024


Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the cast of their first production of their 2024 season, Waitress. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

LES MISERABLES Wins BroadwayWorld's Ultimate Best Musical Bracket
by Team BWW - April 16, 2024


Which musical is really the Best Musical of all time? Over the past month our readers have been voting in our March Madness Bracket: Best Musical Edition! Looking back on the last 64 years of Broadway's most acclaimed shows, BroadwayWorld asked the public which Tony Award-winner deserves the title of The Ultimate Best Musical!

HELL'S KITCHEN Will Support 'Keep a Child Alive' Organization
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2024


Through a collaboration with TodayTix Group, for every ticket sold during the run of HELL'S KITCHEN, $1 will go to support Alicia Keys co-founded organization, Keep a Child Alive.

Video: Taub Performs 'Keep Marching' and Talks SUFFS With Secretary Clinton
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2024


Suffs creator Shaina Taub recently appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, alongside Secretary Hillary Clinton, who serves on the musical's producing team. Watch the interview and performance in the video here!

Photos: On the Red Carpet for MISCAST24, Honoring Jason Robert Brown and Nicole Suazo
by Jennifer Broski - April 16, 2024


The best of Broadway was on hand at the Hammerstein Ballroom where MCC celebrated MISCAST24, honoring Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown and MCC Youth Company Alum Nicole Suazo. Check out photos from the red carpet arrivals.

Video: Kate Baldwin and More on the Future of the American Theatre
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2024


In celebration of Women's History Month, Maestra and RISE gathered a group of theatre professionals to discuss access, community, and the future of The American Theatre as they see it. check out the video here!

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor Will Star in Sam Gold-Directed ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - April 16, 2024


Following yesterday's social media tease, BroadwayWorld can confirm Rachel Zegler (Steven Spielberg's West Side Story) and Kit Connor (Netflix's Heartstopper) will star as Juliet and Romeo respectively in a revival of William Shakespeare's most famous play on Broadway this fall.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 16, 2024
by - April 16, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Liz Callaway, Ann Hampton Callaway, And More Take Home 2024 MAC Awards!
by A.A. Cristi - April 15, 2024


The 38th MAC Awards were presented on Monday, April 15, 2024 at a live ceremony at NYC's Symphony Space.

Stephen Sondheim's Connecticut Home Sells for $3.25 Million
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2024


The home of late Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim, which BroadwayWorld previously reported was for sale, has sold for $3.25 million. Learn more!

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of LEMPICKA on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - April 15, 2024


In this video, watch as the cast and creative team of Lempicka on Broadway walks the red carpet before the opening night curtain went up!

Broadway Costume Designer Carrie Robbins Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2024


Broadway costume designer Carrie Robbins has passed away. Learn more about Robbins' life and work.

Telly Leung Will Star in Stage Adaptation of Oscar-Nominated Film THE WEDDING BANQUET
by Joshua Wright - April 15, 2024


Broadway's Telly Leung (Aladdin, Allegiance) will star in a stage adaptation of the Oscar-nominated film The Wedding Banquet in Taipei.

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor Tease ROMEO & JULIET Casting
by Joshua Wright - April 15, 2024


Rachel Zegler (Steven Spielberg's West Side Story) and Kit Connor (Netflix's Heartstopper) have teased on Instagram that the duo will star as Juliet and Romeo respectively in an upcoming project.

BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL To Hold Talkback This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 15, 2024


92NY will be hosting a Back to the Future: The Musical talkback this month! See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets to the show!

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of LEMPICKA
by Jennifer Broski - April 15, 2024


Lempicka celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was there as some of the industry's biggest stars arrived for the special night. Check out photos of special guests, including: Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, Kate Reinders, Dylan Mulvaney, Anais Mitchell and many more

Photo: Lilli Cooper Welcomes New Son On Eclipse Day
by Lauren Hilton - April 15, 2024


Lilli Cooper took to social media to share a very excitement announcement! She welcomed her new baby Desi one month early! 

Photos: APPROPRIATE Cast Takes Re-Opening Night Bows at the Belasco Theatre
by Bruce Glikas - April 15, 2024


The Broadway production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE  reopened at its new home at the Belasco Theater. Check out photos from inside the curtain call here!

Broadway Buying Guide: April 15, 2024- Last Chance to See DOUBT on Broadway
by Team BWW - April 15, 2024


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, April 15, 2024.

Photos: LEMPICKA Cast and Creative Team Celebrate Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - April 15, 2024


Lempicka, led by Eden Espinosa celebrated its opening night at the Longacre Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand as the cast and creative team walked the red carpet ahead of their opening night bows. Check out photos from inside the festivities below!

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of THE OUTSIDERS
by Bruce Glikas - April 15, 2024


Broadway welcomed another new musical in The Outsiders, which is now officially open at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big day and you can check out photos from the VIP theatre arrivals here.


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