For playwright Kimberly Belflower, there’s countless individuals that helped turn her play John Proctor Is the Villain from a collaborative college workshop into the hit play currently running on Broadway. But the person she uniquely credits the core of the show might take people by surprise: New Zealand-born global superstar …
Read More »Carly Rae Jepsen, Lena Dunham Are Bringing '10 Things I Hate About You' to Broadway
Most of Shakespeare’s most famous plays have made it to Broadway. Othello is currently running with Denzel Washington at the helm and a production of Romeo & Juliet starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor recently wrapped, though the pop-inspired reimagining &Juliet is still playing. Another Shakespeare classic, The Taming of …
Read More »Leslie Odom Jr. Returning to 'Hamilton' on Broadway for Show's 10-Year Anniversary
Hamilton will mark the 10th anniversary of its Broadway opening this summer, and they’re going to celebrate by bringing back Leslie Odom Jr. as Aaron Burr for a 12-week limited run. Odom originated the role of Burr during the off-Broadway production of Hamilton at The Public Theater. He remained with …
Read More »'Elphie,' and 8 Other Books We're Reading Before 'Wicked: For Good' Arrives
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Unless a house has suddenly fallen on you in the land of Oz, then you know thatWicked is one of the most talked about films of the past …
Read More »Ousted Producer Scott Rudin Tiptoes Toward Broadway Return
Scott Rudin, the producer who stepped away from his Broadway productions four years ago following allegations of workplace misconduct, is quietly readying his return. According to the New York Times, Rudin reflected on what he called “bone-headed” and “narcissistic” behavior while undergoing “a decent amount of therapy.” “I have a …
Read More »'Elphie,' and 8 Other Books We're Reading Before 'Wicked: For Good' Arrives
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Unless a house has suddenly fallen on you in the land of Oz, then you know thatWicked is one of the most talked about films of the past …
Read More »Get Ready To Spend All of Your 'Money, Money, Money' Because 'Mamma Mia!' Is Returning to Broadway
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Dancing Queens, it’s time to lace up your shoes, throw on your favorite feathery boa, and head downtown because Mamma Mia! is officially returning to Broadway. The award-winning …
Read More »James Taylor's Songs Will Inspire Musical Named After His Hit 'Fire and Rain'
Songs by James Taylor will serve as the backbone for a new musical, which is in the early development stages. On Monday, it was announced that Fire and Rain — featuring Taylor’s music — will feature an original story written by Tracy Letts and a play directed by David Cromer. …
Read More »Lea Michele to Take 'Glee,' 'Funny Girl' Hits on the Road for Spring Tour
Lea Michele is going on tour. The Glee star is making eight stops across the United States and Canada for a series of intimate concerts this spring. Promising to take attendees “on a musical journey through Michele’s extraordinary career,” Michele will perform fan-favorite hits from her Glee days, a range …
Read More »Sutton Foster Will Play Loretta Lynn in Broadway Musical, 'Coal Miner's Daughter'
The life of Loretta Lynn is headed to Broadway. On Tuesday, it was announced that Sutton Foster will play the late country legend in an upcoming musical based on Lynn’s film and book titled Coal Miner’s Daughter. The musical will delve into “Loretta’s rise from humble beginnings in rural Kentucky …
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