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Rumors Swirl of Phantom of the Opera Closing on Broadway
“The New York Post is reporting from their sources that “The Phantom of the Opera” the long-running beloved musical, will be closing by the end of the year, with the last show possibly occuring on December 31st to align with its popular number “Masquerade” being set around New Year’s eve.”
The Behavior of Light Benefit Staged Reading & Art Auction Set for Later this Month!
The Behavior of Light benefit staged reading and art auction is a charity event to support the GLIDE Foundation. The event will feature a staged reading of a new play (“The Behavior of Light”) written and directed by 5-time tony nominated playwright Douglas Carter Beane.
The Door McAllen to Next Produce 'The Book of Mormon' After Success of ‘Hamilton’
“Our dream is to rip off every successful Broadway play, and there was no other logical choice but The Book of Mormon to keep momentum going.”
Movie Musical Legend Olivia Newton John has died
Olivia Newton-John has died. She was 73.
A statement from her husband posted to her Instagram said she died peacefully Monday morning at her Southern California ranch.
'Paradise Square' to close on July 17
Paradise Square will end its Broadway run on Sunday, July 17 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.
BroadwayCon Unveils its Lineup with Appearances from Popular Broadway Shows
This year’s lineup features a star-studded slate of interactive Q&As, live performances, sing-along sessions and more from hit Broadway shows such as A Strange Loop, POTUS, CHICAGO, Dear Evan Hansen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Six, Disney Princess - The Concert, Beetlejuice, among others.
"The Office" TV Stars Jenna Fisher and Angela Kinsey Make Surprise Visit to Off-Broadway's The Office! A Musical Parody
“The Office! A Musical Parody, the unauthorized send-up of the hit TV series today released photos of actors Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey’s surprise visit to the Off-Broadway musical comedy that lovingly spoofs the iconic tv series in which they starred from 2005 to 2013.”
Encores! 'Into the Woods' revival to transfer to Broadway
“After days of leaving clues on social media, the New York City Center confirmed that their recent star-studded revival of ‘Into the Woods’ will be transferring to Broadway in June for a limited engagement.”
The Broadway League Extends Broadway Mask Policy Through June 30
“The Broadway League announced today that the owners and operators of all 41 Broadway theatres in New York City will extend the current mask requirement for audiences through at least June 30, 2022.”
Film adaptation of 'Clybourne Park' to star Sarah Paulson, Uzo Aduba & Anthony Mackie
“Clybourne Park is being adapted into a film, according to a report in Deadline. The film, based on Bruce Norris' Pulitzer- and Tony-winning play, will star Broadway alum Sarah Paulson, Uzo Aduba, Anthony Mackie.”
'Wicked' movie will be split into two parts
“In order to make sure the entirety of the story of ‘Wicked’ is told, the upcoming movie will be split into Part 1 and Part 2, according to director Jon M. Chu.”
The Outer Critics Circle 71st Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominees
“Leading the pack with the most honors of the season is the Broadway play The Lehman Trilogy with nine nominations, followed by the Off-Broadway musicals Harmony and Kimberly Akimbo which earned eight nods each.”
Is Fievel coming to Broadway? 'An American Tail the Musical' to premiere in MN in 2023
“After almost 40 years since it opened in movie theaters, An American Tail is headed to the stage.”
Frank Langella Fired From Netflix Project After Misconduct Investigation
“Frank Langella has been fired from his lead role in ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’, Netflix’s eight-episode limited series based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe following an investigation into accusations of sexual harassment and misconduct.”
Broadway's 'Phantom of the Opera' to close in 2023 to make way for 'Phantom' Prequel
“The longest-running Broadway show of all time has set its closing date. ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ will close after what will be 35 years in New York in 2023. However, fans of the Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber musical shouldn’t fret, because a prequel to ‘Phantom’ will be on its way soon.”
Best Picture nominee 'Coda' to be adapted into musical
“The 2022 Best Picture nominated film, ‘Coda’ is set to become a stage musical.”
Pamela Anderson to star in Broadway's 'Chicago' for limited run
“Broadway’s ‘Chicago’ will welcome actress Pamela Anderson, making her Broadway debut in the role of Roxie Hart for a limited run starting in April.”
Daniel Radcliffe to Star in Off-Broadway “Merrily We Roll Along” Revival
“Daniel Radcliffe is set to star in a revival production of Stephen Sondheim’s “Merrily We Roll Along” to be staged late this year by the New York Theater Workshop in the East Village.”