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Schele Williams was approximately six years old when she first attended a production of The Wiz. She remembers the experience as the first time she saw herself represented onstage. "The Wiz …

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'The Wiz' director Schele Williams reveals her discovery in Dorothy's journey by Caitlin Hornik

Williams shares her excitement about bringing the hit 1970s musical to new audiences with the 2024 revival.

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

'A Beautiful Noise' to change show schedule by Caitlin Hornik

Producer Ken Davenport announced the change on his social media, citing audience research he conducted.

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

'Good Night, Oscar' breaks $1 million mark as overall box office continues to dip by Caitlin Hornik

For the week ending Aug. 20, the 26 currently running productions grossed $25,806,601.

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Monday, August 21, 2023

Four reimagined Rodgers & Hammerstein songs to be released on new EP by Caitlin Hornik

The tracks honor the 80th anniversary of the partnership between the composer and librettist.

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Once Upon a One More Time Announces Closing by Caitlin Hornik

Once Upon a One More Time will play its final performance on September 3. The production began previews on May 13 and officially opened at the Marquis Theatre on June 22. At the time of clos…

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'Once Upon a One More Time' announces closing by Caitlin Hornik

A tour and international productions are in the works, according to producers James L. Nederlander and Hunter Arnold.

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Friday, August 11, 2023

Four Sondheim musical cast recordings re-released with immersive audio by Caitlin Hornik

The original albums of "Company," "Sweeney Todd," "Into the Woods" and "Assassins" have been remixed for a singular listening experience.

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National Black Theatre joins producing team of 'Purlie Victorious' by Caitlin Hornik

The Tony Award-nominated producers return to Broadway following last season's "Fat Ham."

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

Parade Breakout Jake Pedersen to Join Broadway's Wicked by Caitlin Hornik

Beginning August 14, Jake Pedersen will join the Broadway company of Wicked in the role of Boq. He succeeds Michael Wartella, who will play his final performance at the Gershwin Theatre on A…

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'Parade' breakout Jake Pedersen to join Broadway's 'Wicked' by Caitlin Hornik

Pedersen previously appeared in the "Wicked" national tour.

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'Hamilton' announces partnership with gaming company to launch 'Hamilton Simulator' on Roblox by Caitlin Hornik

The simulator is an immersive online experience inspired by the Tony-winning musical.

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

'Hadestown' to offer free autism-friendly performance in partnership with TDF by Caitlin Hornik

This also marks the first time the production has partnered with TDF for an adjusted show.

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El Mago Pop Adds Performance to Limited Broadway Engagement by Caitlin Hornik

El Mago Pop, starringÂ illusionist Antonio DÃazÂ (also known as El Mago Pop), has added a performance to its limited engagement. An additional show will be held at 10 a.m. on August 2…

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Exclusive: 'El Mago Pop' adds performance to limited Broadway engagement by Caitlin Hornik

The self-titled show will begin performances on Aug. 17.

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

'Parade' shatters Jacobs house record again in final week as overall box office dips slightly by Caitlin Hornik

For the week ending Aug. 6, the 26 currently running productions grossed $30,058,627.

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Broadway Across America Announces New Senior Leadership Team by Caitlin Hornik

Broadway Across America (BAA), an industry leader in presenting touring productions in North America, has announced changes to its leadership. BAA is a subsidiary of the John Gore Organizati…

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Broadway Across America announces new senior leadership team by Caitlin Hornik

Among the changes, Rich Jaffe will be the touring production presenter's sole CEO.

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Monday, August 7, 2023

Jenny Dorso named vice president of marketing strategy at Broadway agency the Pekoe Group by Caitlin Hornik

The Pekoe group represents such shows as "SIX" and "Peter Pan Goes Wrong."

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Ensemble cast announced for 'The Wiz' by Caitlin Hornik

The production will open on Broadway in 2024 following a national tour.

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