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Described as 'a raw, euphoric choreography between 3 figures and 75 litres of fake blood' and 'a cyclical feat of endurance and precision', Ocean Hester Stefan Chillingworth's Blood Show is coming to the Battersea Arts Centre from 12-23 November. We asked the artist to fill us in on what they found fascinating about the red stuff. 

This whole process has made me realize just how important it is to really expand your own understanding and to work in a sort of multi-disciplinary way.

Erica Peck is no stranger to being associated with theatre that garners a cult following. Currently, she is starring as Molly Brown in the musical comedy TITANIQUE. Here, she talks to BWW about this exciting opportunity to celebrate the music of Céline Dion, while bringing the comedy and the vocals to the stage at the Segal Centre in Montreal.

Atmosphere has announced a new run of 2025 headline dates, dubbed “Imagine The Fun Tour” with Sage Francis and Mr. Dibbs. The tour will see the duo perform across North America with stops in Bozeman, MT, Sacramento, CA, Columbia, MO, Green Bay, WI, Pittsburgh, PA, Brooklyn, NY and more.

Concord Theatricals announced the acquisition of licensing rights for several plays by James Graham, including INK, THIS HOUSE, LABOUR OF LOVE, A HISTORY OF FALLING THINGS, and QUIZ.

There is no one in pop and rock like Laura Nyro, and Erica Garraffa is spellbinding as the great singer-songwriter.

Jamie Lloyd's new revival of Sunset Boulevard opened at the St. James Theatre, marking Nicole Scherzinger's Broadway debut in the Olivier Award-winning role. She isn't the only Norma Desmond, however. Mandy Gonzalez takes her first bow as the Norma Alternate, performing in certain performances every week. She explains in this video!

I had the privilege to speak with Darnell Abraham about his background and his role as Mufasa in the upcoming Broadway Across Canada presentation of Disney’s The Lion King, including some insight into the preparation that goes into such a physical role, favourite scenes, and the timelessness of the musical's themes.

Get a first look at What the Constitution Means to Me at Cleveland Play House. Performances run October 12th through November 3rd, 2024.

BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon bring the 7th edition of their internationally acclaimed The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show to the Dolby Theatre December 16, 2024, as part of their 33-city U.S. and Canadian tour running from November 7th - December 29th in major theaters. Got to Zoom with both of these drag icons before they started their touring.

Apple TV+ has announced the all-new animated preschool original series “Wonder Pets: In The City” to premiere globally on Friday, December 13. “Wonder Pets: In The City” invites kids and families to meet charming new characters and go on exciting adventures that spark curiosity and celebrate our unique differences. Learn more about the voice cast.

​National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed additional cast members and final details about the lineup for the 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.

In the vibrant heart of Houston’s cultural landscape, the Garden Theatre stands out as a beacon of artistic innovation and community engagement. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with its esteemed artistic director, Logan Vaden, who is not only steering the theatre into exciting new territory but is also at the helm of a daring production of Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins. With a unique vision that marries classic storytelling with contemporary relevance, Logan Vaden is set to explore the complex themes of the musical, which delves into the minds of those who have attempted to assassinate American presidents. Join us as we discuss the artistic journey behind this production, the importance of Sondheim’s work in today’s society, and the future of the Garden Theatre.

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! In celebration of the vinyl release, the all-star original cast signed copies of the album at the Museum of Broadway yesterday, October 9. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!

Get a sneak peak into early rehearsals for What the Constitution Means to Me at Cleveland Play House. Performances run October 12th throgh November 3rd, 2024.

Actor’s Express is completing its 36th season with the world premiere of A Third Way by Atlanta playwright Lee Osorio in association with the Del Shores Foundation. See photos from the production here!

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages

There’s no phone booth, no Bat Cave for Craig Winberry. Winberry, who plays the title character in the latter stages of his career in the show, THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL, says one doesn’t just don razor stubble and tinted sunglasses to become one of the biggest pop stars in the world.

What did our critic think of SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE! at Ouachita Baptist University Verser Theatre?

Lost Nation Theater’s season finale production of Shakespeare’s magical final play, The Tempest performs Thursdays through Sundays, October 10th – 27th  at Montpelier City Hall. 

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are will make its UK premiere at the National Theatre next year. The musical features a score by Sondheim, a book by David Ives, and direction by Joe Mantello.

Nineteen theater companies and 165 artists from across the U.S. and Puerto Rico will electrify downtown L.A. during a three-week national theater festival of dynamic, contemporary Latiné theater. Latino Theater Company presents Encuentro 2024: We Are Here – Presente!, at The Los Angeles Theatre Center from October 24 through November 10.

Foster Cat Productions announced the remounting of Stephen Sondheim’s Putting It Together at The Broadwater MainStage in Los Angeles, featuring performances on October 4th, 5th, and 6th. Directed by Harry White.

Scarpetta, the crime book series by author Patricia Cornwell, will be coming to the screen. Prime Video has greenlit two seasons of the series, which is set to star Broadway performers Ariana DeBose and Bobby Cannavale alongside Simon Baker, Rose McEwen, and Jake Cannavale.