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WATCH : The worldwide Queens of SIX joined forces in a glorious online performance

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Words by Léna Fontaine What a royal performance. Fans around the globe joined forces with various cast of SIX for a special lockdown performances. Organized by Grace Mouat and Danielle Steers from the West End Cast, the video features cast from the UK, Broadway, Australia and tour, as well as thousands of royal fans. Though SIX’s performances had to be stopped due to the coronavirus outbreak, this didn’t stop the royal stones as they managed to sing a peculiar and exclusive version of the show anthem, bringing together over 3000 fans and cast from all over the world. Even Toby … Continue reading WATCH : The worldwide Queens of SIX joined forces in a glorious online performance

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[Interview] Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer talks Hadestown, Broadway and the powerful impact of the show!

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Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer is making her Broadway debut in Hadestown after a successful music career, performing with stars like Jason Mraz and Gloria Estefan and recording her own songs. Her stage credits include In the Heights, West Side Story, and Fox’s Grease. She combines the two talents for her role in Hadestown, bringing her violin and voice together to play Clotho. Curtain Call is proud to have been able to discuss the roots and relevancy of Hadestown and more with these two incredible ladies this month.  Continue reading [Interview] Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer talks Hadestown, Broadway and the powerful impact of the show!

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[Interview] Kay Trinidad talks Hadestown, Greek Mythology and Diversity on Broadway

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Trinidad, an Asian-American actress, never paid attention to casting calls asking for Caucasians; she auditioned anyway, leading her to a long and successful career on the stage. In addition to productions of Spelling Bee, Little Shop of Horrors, and more, she made her Broadway debut in The Little Mermaid and is now living it up in Hadestown as Lachesis. Continue reading [Interview] Kay Trinidad talks Hadestown, Greek Mythology and Diversity on Broadway

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Saying Goodbye to a Show About Death

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Words by Moira Armstrong Beetlejuice, the Broadway adaptation of the 1988 cult classic, has been on an upward trajectory since its opening this past October. The show grossed $1.6 million over Thanksgiving week, smashing Winter Garden records, and has exploded in popularity, in large part due to exposure on social media. Though not necessarily lauded by the critics, it’s now a (highly lucrative) fan favorite, which made yesterday’s news all the more shocking. The Shubert Organization has ordered Beetlejuice to vacate the Winter Garden Theatre to make room for the incoming revival of The Music Man, so the show will play … Continue reading Saying Goodbye to a Show About Death

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Jagged Little Pill begins previews ahead of Broadway opening

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Words by Rebecca The new musical Jagged Little Pill takes over Broadway in previews today, ahead of the show’s official opening on December 5th at the Broadhurst Theatre. The cast recording of the show will also be released on December 6th. Get your ears ready!  The show follows the seemly perfect Healy family from suburban Connecticut in their individual searches for truth, strength, and acceptance. After seeing the show twice at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA, it’s safe to say Alanis Morissette’s music is just as relevant now as it was when first released in 1995. Diablo Cody’s … Continue reading Jagged Little Pill begins previews ahead of Broadway opening

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New cast announced for Waitress on Broadway and on the West End

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Words by Rebecca. Waitress on Broadway just announced that fan favorite Katherine McPhee will be rejoining the cast as the show’s closing Jenna. McPhee previously played Jenna at the Brooks Atkinson as a limited run last year, and originated the role on the West End earlier this year. McPhee will begin her run on November 25, and close out the show with original cast members Drew Gehling (Dr. Pomatter) and Christopher Fitzgerald (Ogie) on January 5, 2020. On the West End, Sara Bareilles, who wrote and created the musical, will be joining the london cast as the next Jenna. She’ll … Continue reading New cast announced for Waitress on Broadway and on the West End

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Mrs Doubtfire Musical sets Broadway opening dates and cast

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Words by Léna Fontaine Picture : All rights reserved. Following its Seattle premiere, the new musical will transfer to the Sondheim Theatre in spring 2020. Mrs Doubtfire Musical will begin performances at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre on november 20 through December 13, its opening night. Then, the show will transfer to Broadway and begin previews on March 9, ahead of its opening night on April 5. Tony nominee Rob McClure will take on the title role in both productions after starring in Beetlejuice on Broadway. He will be the new face of the struggling actor, previously played by the dear … Continue reading Mrs Doubtfire Musical sets Broadway opening dates and cast

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New cast announced for “To Kill A Mockingbird” on Broadway

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Words by Léna Fontaine From november 5th, the Broadway production of To Kill A Mockingbird at the Shubert Theatre will feature a brand new cast and ensemble. Previously announced, Ed Harris and Nick Robinson will respectively play  Atticus Finch and Jem Finch. Nina Grollman will reprise the role originated by Celia Keenan-Bolger : Scout Finch. Also joining the cast are Dear Evan Hansen’s Taylor Trensch as Dill Harris, LisaGay Hamilton as Calpurnia, the Finch’s housekeeper, Kyle Scatliffe as Tom Robinson. Australian actor Eliza Scanlen will play the accusor Mayella Ewell alongside original cast member Neal Huff who will move on … Continue reading New cast announced for “To Kill A Mockingbird” on Broadway