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Theatre Director Edward Hall Criticizes ACE Funding Cuts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024


UK Theatre director Edward Hall, who left the UK to become artistic director at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, is criticizing the UK's arts funding system. 

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024


Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced its 2024-25 season lineup, which kicks off this June. Subscriptions are available now.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 10, 2024
by - Apr 10, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A Musical Tale to Have US Premiere This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


Paul Hart's production of THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A Musical Tale will make its U.S. Premiere this summer at The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Learn more about the show!

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING to Launch Multi-City Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


Following a successful, twice-extended run, Manhattan Theatre Club's Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White will be presented at three theatres across the country. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets!

Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova and Tasha Viets-VanLear Revealed as Vocalists in ILLINOISE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024


Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova and Tasha Viets-VanLear will transfer to Broadway as vocalists for the musical Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois.

Video: We're Falling In Love with THE NOTEBOOK's John Cardoza
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 3, 2024


Four years after making his Broadway debut in the ensemble of Jagged Little Pill, John Cardoza is back on Broadway. This time he's the leading man... or rather, one of three. In this video, watch as he tells us all about his new role in The Notebook.

THE SONGS OF OLIVER HOUSER Comes to 54 Below in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents The Songs of Oliver Houser on May 1, 2024 at 9:30pm, a one-night-only concert by one of musical theatre’s most compelling new voices.

THE NOTEBOOK on Broadway to Present Special Post-Show Event in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024


The Notebook The Musical will present a special post-show event on Tuesday, April 2. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

A.B.L.E. Presents THE ODYSSEY At Chicago Shakespeare This May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024


Join A.B.L.E. at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater on May 11 for a modern reimagining of THE ODYSSEY, performed by a neurodiverse cast of 44 actors.

Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!

Eddie Izzard Brings HAMLET to Chicago Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024


Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced an addition to the season: Tony Award-nominated actor Eddie Izzard brings her celebrated solo theatrical performance of Hamlet to Chicago, direct from a triple-extended New York run at the Orpheum and Greenwich House Theaters and prior to launching a highly anticipated London transfer at Riverside Studios.

Video: Jason Alexander Talks JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 23, 2024


Jason Alexander discusses why he is excited to dive into rehearsals for the world premiere comedy JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, running April 23–May 26, 2024 in the video here!

Video: John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson Perform 'Sadness and Joy' From THE NOTEBOOK
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Fall in love with The Notebook stars John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson in this new clip of the song 'Sadness and Joy' from The Notebook musical. Watch the video!

Photos: Inside THE NOTEBOOK Opening Night Party
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 18, 2024


The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Following the show's opening, the cast celebrated the big night at an after party at Tavern on the Green. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration, and you can check out photos here!

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE NOTEBOOK
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 18, 2024


The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Opening night was held on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos of the VIPs arriving at the big night here!

Photos: THE NOTEBOOK Cast & Creative Team Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 16, 2024


The Notebook opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the festivities. Check out red-carpet photos of the cast and creative team here!

Justin Peck's ILLINOISE Will Transfer to Broadway This Spring
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 19, 2024


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Illinoise, which is currently playing at Park Avenue Armory will transfer to Broadway.

Photos: THE NOTEBOOK Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 15, 2024


It was a big night last night at the Schoenfeld Theatre, where The Notebook officially celebrated its opening night. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the festivities and you can check out photos from the curtain call here.

THE NOTEBOOK on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 15, 2024


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about The Notebook on Broadway.

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