Category: Broadway
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Betty Who Takes on Broadway: From Pop Star to Persephone
Australian pop star Betty Who, known for their queer stage presence and catchy synth-pop tunes, makes their Broadway debut as Persephone in the acclaimed musical Hadestown. Betty Who, the stage name of Jessica Newham, has long been a beloved figure in the pop music scene, captivating audiences with their infectious energy and unique blend of…
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Ode to the Wasp Woman: A Haunting Tribute to 1950s B-Movie Stars
Sean Young Shines in Off-Broadway Play Exploring the Mysterious Deaths of Hollywood Icons In a captivating new play, Ode to the Wasp Woman, audiences are transported back to the glitz and glamour of 1950s Hollywood, delving into the last 48 hours of four B-movie stars who met tragic ends. Written by Rider McDowell and directed…
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Broadway Box Office Soars During Thanksgiving Week
Tourists and holiday splurges contribute to a 30% increase in Broadway ticket sales and prices Thanksgiving week proved to be a bountiful harvest for Broadway, with box office numbers and ticket prices soaring by nearly 30% compared to the previous week. The influx of tourists in New York City, coupled with theatergoers willing to splurge…
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“Lempicka: A Broadway Show Embraces High Art with Outdoor Exhibition”
Broadway’s Longacre Theatre Showcases Tamara de Lempicka’s Art in a Unique Outdoor Exhibition In a bold move to generate excitement for a new Broadway musical, the Longacre Theatre has transformed its façade into an outdoor exhibition featuring the works of renowned Polish painter Tamara de Lempicka. The show, titled “Lempicka,” tells the story of the…
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Andrew Lloyd Webber Urges Investors to Prioritize British Theatre Over Broadway
The renowned composer highlights the economic benefits of investing in UK theatre and calls for increased government support. Andrew Lloyd Webber, the celebrated composer of iconic musicals like “The Phantom of the Opera” and “Cats,” has made a fervent plea for investors to prioritize British theatre over Broadway. Speaking at the Global Investment Summit, Lloyd…
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“Tammy Faye: The Musical Set to Take Broadway by Storm”
A vibrant new musical about the life of Tammy Faye Bakker, featuring music by Elton John and lyrics by Jake Shears, is set to open on Broadway next season. Tammy Faye Bakker, the charismatic and controversial televangelist, is once again in the spotlight as her life story is transformed into a dazzling Broadway musical. Titled…
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“Monty Python’s Spamalot: A Hilarious Revival of Pythonian Ridiculousness”
The Broadway revival of ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ brings uproarious laughter and joy to a land in need of guffaws and chuckles. “Monty Python’s Spamalot” has made its triumphant return to Broadway, delighting audiences with its absurd and side-splitting humor. This musical, based on the 1975 film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” is a celebration…