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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

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In Comes Company! London Transfer Set for March 2020

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Patti LuPone (Brinkhoff/Moegenburg) by Moira Armstrong The 2018 West End interpretation of the 1970 musical Company will transfer to Broadway this spring, beginning previews in the Jacobs Theatre on March 2 and officially opening on composer Stephen Sondheim’s 90th birthday, March 22. This revolutionary production, directed by Marianne Elliott, reverses the genders of the characters, updates the script and, during its London run, won four Olivier Awards. One of those winners, Patti LuPone, will come to Broadway as well to reprise her role as Joanne. Joining her will be Katrina Lenk (The Band’s Visit) as the lead role, Bobbie. Stay tuned … Continue reading In Comes Company! London Transfer Set for March 2020

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Jordin Sparks to return to Broadway as Jenna in Waitress

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Words by Léna Fontaine 9 years after making her Broadway debut in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “In The Heights”, Jordin Sparks will return to the musical theatre stage in Waitress. She will take on the title role of Jenna for a limited engagement, from September 16 through October 27. Talking about her return, the American Idol’s star and hit-singer said : “I’ve missed the Broadway stage ever since I took my final bow in In the Heights in 2010. I am so excited to be able to return to it and serve up some musical pie!” She’ll be joined on stage by … Continue reading Jordin Sparks to return to Broadway as Jenna in Waitress

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Casting announced for “The Lightning Thief : The Percy Jackson Musical” on Broadway

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Words by Léna Fontaine One week after announcing its Broadway transfer, the hit-musical dropped who will take on the role of Percy Jackson on Broadway, this fall. Just months after wrapping up their 2019 National Tour the whole cast of The Lightning Thief : The Percy Jackson Musical will reprise their roles at the Longacre Theatre. The cast of the new production, seen off-broadway and on tour will be led by Chris McCarrell (Les Misérables) as Percy Jackson for the third time. He’ll be joined by Kristin Stokes as Annabeth, Jorrel Javier as Grover/Mr.D, Sarah Beth Pfeifer as Clarisse, James … Continue reading Casting announced for “The Lightning Thief : The Percy Jackson Musical” on Broadway

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[Interview] Jennifer Ashley Tepper talks Be More Chill, Joe Iconis and dreams

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Jennifer Tepper wears many hats: producer, author, historian, programming director, and overall musical theatre maven. Her works, from the Jonathan Larson Project to the Untold Stories of Broadway series to Be More Chill, are staples in the Broadway community. She took a break from her busy schedule to talk to Curtain Call about the Feinstein’s/54 Below experience, the authenticity and integrity of Joe Iconis’s works, and what it’s like to have so many of her dreams come true at once.  Continue reading [Interview] Jennifer Ashley Tepper talks Be More Chill, Joe Iconis and dreams