Musical Theater
Cameron Crowe wants "Almost Famous" musical to be "portal" to Broadway
Crowe said his late mother always thought the film "Almost Famous" would make it to Broadway. She was right. The musical opened this week at the Jacobs Theatre.
Boy from viral 'Cotton Eye Joe' TikTok went on to Broadway's 'Hamilton'
It's not his first brush with viral fame. A video of him dancing to Jennifer Lopez's "Let's Get Loud" with his husband was shared by JLo herself.
Angela Lansbury dead at 96, beloved star of stage screen and television
The Irish-British actress was famous for her roles in "Mame," "Sweeney Todd," "Murder, She Wrote," "Gaslight" and "Beauty and the Beast."
Emmy winner Mare Winningham on her fellow Brat Packers: "I love them"
The actress talked to Newsweek about her upcoming off-Broadway show opposite Jim Parsons, her hubby Anthony Edwards and much more.
'Killing Eve' Showrunner Writes Andrew Lloyd Webber's New 'Bad Cinderella'
The Broadway icon and the writer, who won a best screenplay Oscar for 'Promising Young Woman,' announced their collab on Monday.
'Hamilton' Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II Confounds American History Buffs
"Y'all should watch y'all's own play," one Twitter user wrote in response to the London production of "Hamilton" honoring the queen after her death.
Asher Muldoon Dissects His Bloody Good Musical 'The Butcher Boy'
Asher Muldoon, who wrote the book, music and lyrics, talked to Newsweek about the creation of the "The Butcher Boy," which had its world premiere at Irish Rep.
Texas Church to 'Pay Damages' After Unauthorized 'Hamilton' Goes Viral
The Door Christian Fellowship McAllen Church in Texas issued a public apology to "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Jesse Green Talks About Mary Rodgers and the Making of Her Memoir 'Shy'
Green talks about the long road to publication of this engaging book on theater, her life, loves, Stephen Sondheim and her problems with Arthur Laurents.
Mary Rodgers Opens Up About Her Life in and Around Broadway in 'Shy'
Mary Rodgers shares stories of growing up inside Broadway in "Shy," one of the best theatrical memoirs since Moss Hart's "Act One."
Elizabeth Teeter Talks About Her New 'Dead Mom' Video From 'Beetlejuice'
The new Lydia in the Broadway hit musical Broadway "Beetlejuice" talked to Newsweek about a new music video from the show and her theatrical journey.
Dad Dragged for Saying Son's Hobby Is 'Embarrassing and Cringey'
The father and grandparents of a 12-year-old have been slammed after saying other kids in his drama class are "far better than him" at performing.
'Come From Away' Sets Closing Date as It Sets Records on Broadway
Three cast members share their experiences about being in the feel-good 9/11 musical that has been so successful.
'Stairwell Siren' Sings Creepy Songs To Terrify Her Neighbors: 'Screaming'
"Do you want spirits? Because THAT is how you get spirits!" TikTok users described the woman's voice as both chilling and beautiful.
Man's Thread About Grandad's Relationship With John Kander Goes Viral
Sama'an Ashrawi shared the emotional story of when his grandfather, Dave, met a boy "with the prettiest eyes."
How to Watch, Live-Stream of 'Ann Morrison: Merrily From Center Stage'
Ann Morrison, one of the stars of Stephen Sondheim's great flop, "Merrily We Roll Along," talked to Newsweek about her new cabaret show and about old friends.
After 40 Years, 'Little Shop of Horrors' Is Still Going Strong—Off-Broadway
The little show about a people-eating plant has more staying power than anyone could have imagined, anyone except those who have seen it
Diana Made Actress Sing Over Queen, Princess Margaret at Party: 'Stop Them'
Princess Diana urged Les Miserables actress Ruthie Henshall to perform a song from the hit show to stop the monarch and her sister singing hymns on a holiday.
Billy Crystal Does Stand-Up Job in Broadway Comedy 'Mr. Saturday Night'
This musical comedy is both the story of a troubled comedian and an homage to TV comedians of the 1960s.
Benjamin Pajak's Broadway Debut in 'Music Man' Is Thump'n Thpethyul
This talented 11-year-old actor, who plays Winthrop in the new revival of "Music Man," talked to Newsweek about how he got his part and what it means to him.
Two Trailblazing Choreographers Bring Some Fancy Dancing to 'Funny Girl'
Choreographers Ellenore Scott and Ayodel Casel talk to Newsweek about putting some fancy footwork into what is usually seen as a star vehicle.
Beanie Feldstein Puts the Funny Into Broadway's New 'Funny Girl'
Feldstein emphasizes humor in the first-ever Broadway revival of "Funny Girl," distancing herself from the memory of Barbra Streisand's iconic performance.
How to Watch 'Anything Goes,' Starring Sutton, Foster in U.S. Cinemas
The 2021 London revival of the Cole Porter classic musical comedy has been captured on film and will be shown in U.S. theaters on March 27 and 30.
Betty Buckley Pays Homage to Stephen Sondheim With Her New Album
The star of Broadway, film, television and cabaret talked to Newsweek about Sondheim, her new album and her upcoming concert tour.
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Charm in New Broadway Revival of 'Music Man'
Don't underestimate this Music Man's ability to win you over. After two years of COVID hell this show offers audiences a glimpse of musical theater heaven.
'MJ,' the Michael Jackson Musical, Is a Thriller on Broadway
The new musical of the gloved one features a top flight performance by Myles Frost and some flat-out amazing dancing.
New PBS Doc From Frank DiLella and Cody Williams Is a Valentine to Broadway
The host of Spectrum News NY1's "On Stage," talks to Newsweek about Broadway, the pandemic shutdown and his loving documentary about its reopening.
'Company,' Stephen Sondheim's 51-Year-Old 'New' Musical, Debuts on Broadway
This gender-switched delight starring Katrina Lenk is not so much a revival as it is yin to the yang of the original musical, a virtually new Sondheim show.
What to See on Stage During the Holiday Season
There is plenty of theater in New York again this season, and here is a look at someone of the more lighthearted fare.