SMASH

POLL: Which SMASH Show Should Win the Tony on the Series Finale?

New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - Which SMASH show would you like to see win the Tony on the Series Finale? (more...)

Jennifer Hudson Joins AMERICAN IDOL's Judges' Panel!

According to numerous reports, Oscar-winner and season 3 contender Jennifer Hudson has officially signed on to join AMERICAN IDOL's judges' panel. (more...)

Kelly Clarkson Will Not Return to AMERICAN IDOL as Judge; Jennifer Hudson Still Under Consideration?

Despite rumors that former American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson was under consideration for one of the show's season 13 judging slots, the singer tells The Hollywood Reporter that she will not be retur... (more...)

Brian d'Arcy James Joins The Guthrie's 50th Anniversary Gala

The Guthrie today announced that two-time Tony Award nominee and Obie and Drama Desk Award winner Brian d'Arcy James joins the artist line-up for BEHOLD: A Gala Performance, honoring 50 years of the G... (more...)

BWW Reviews: Yellow Sound Label's KERRIGAN-LOWDERMILK LIVE is an Exceedingly Fun and Charming Album

Magical things really can happen when Broadway talents converge, as is proven on Kait Kerrigan and Brian Lowdermilk's sophomore album KERRIGAN-LOWDERMILK LIVE. The album exists because the duo raised ... (more...)

Two More SMASH Finale Songs Released

Two more sensational songs have been released from the forthcoming series finale of NBC's musical drama series SMASH - no less than covers of Traffic and Queen byway of the dynamic leading ladies, Kat... (more...)

SMASH Series Finale Songs Now Available

The songs from the final episode of NBC's musical drama series SMASH are now available, including the Marc Shaiman/Scott Wittman showstopper 'Big Finish', performed by Megan Hilty and Katharine McPhee... (more...)

Blake Shelton & Sheryl Crow to Perform on THE VOICE Next Week

The Voice” coach Blake Shelton, as well as advisor Sheryl Crow, are set to perform on the hit NBC musical competition series next week. (more...)

Breaking News: 2014 ENCORES! Announced - LITTLE ME with Christian Borle, THE MOST HAPPY FELLA with Shuler Henlsey & IRMA LA DOUCE

The 2014 season of New York City Center's Tony Award-winning Encores! series will open with Little Me directed by John Rando and starring Christian Borle ('Smash,' Peter and the Starcatcher) on Februa... (more...)

Rena Riffel Will Star in SHOWGIRLS! THE MUSICAL! for Full Off-Broadway Run

Showgirls! The Musical!, the unauthorized musical parody of the cult classic film Showgirls, announces that Rena Riffel, who was scheduled to reprise her role as 'Penny' from the film Showgirls throug... (more...)

FOR THE RECORD: ZEMECKIS Begins 5/23 in LA

This summer's most spectacular Hollywood blockbuster will not be found in the movie theater this year but rather at Rockwell: Table & Stage beginning May 23 with For The Record: Zemeckis. Over the pas... (more...)

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 5/20/2013

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 5/20/2013. (more...)

Christian Borle Signs On for Michael Mann's Upcoming Cyber Thriller

The Tony-winning actor, who recently starred on NBC's SMASH, has officially signed on for Michael Mann's upcoming, untitled cyber thriller set in China, according to Deadline. Borle joins Chris Hemswo... (more...)

Photo Flash: Blue Man Group Visits New York Knicks Game

Blue Man Group brought the New York Knicks a little luck and helped them avoid elimination in the Eastern Conference semifinals with an 85-75 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 on Thursday nigh... (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - WNBC to Air MOTOWN 'Making Of' Special Tomorrow

MOTOWNGo behind the scenes of the hit new Broadway show MOTOWN THE MUSICAL. WNBC will air a thirty minute "making of" special this Saturday, May 18that 7:00PM, featuring interviews with the stars and ... (more...)

Andrew McMahon Sings His Own SMASH Song

Jack's Mannequin lead singer and SMASH song contributor Andrew McMahon has taken to YouTube to perform one of his most well-received and popular songs written for Season Two of the NBC musical drama s... (more...)

Stephen Schwartz to Appear at National Symphony's THE WIZARD AND I, Now thru 5/18

The National Symphony Orchestra Pops will present three performances of The Wizard and I: The Musical Journey of Stephen Schwartz May 16-18 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. Led by Principal Pops Co... (more...)

Ed Sheeran Set for Busy Spring and Summer Seasons

Elektra recording artist Ed Sheeran is poised for an exceedingly eventful spring and summer, with a wide array of TV appearances slated for the coming months. (more...)

Uma Thurman to Star as Anita Bryant in New Biopic

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Uma Thurman has signed on for Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman's upcoming biopic ANITA, a film about the life of anti-gay activist Anita Bryant. Chad Hodge penned ... (more...)

Megan Hilty Reacts to SMASH Cancellation

In an interview with The Huffington Post, SMASH star Megan Hilty reacted to the news that her musical NBC drama had been canceled by the network. (more...)

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 15th, 2013

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. RIP 'Smash,' plus the seven local shows closing soon, rep... (more...)

CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Comes to STC for One Night Only, 6/10

The Shakespeare Theatre Company, recipient of the 2012 Regional Theatre Tony Award, will host a one night engagement of the Off-Broadway hit, Celebrity Autobiography. This live comedy show of readings... (more...)

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 5/13/2013

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 5/13/2013. (more...)

NBC Announces Comedies and Dramas for 2013-14 Primetime Schedule

NBC has announced a new lineup of primetime shows for the 2013-14 season that provide a winning combination of popular returning series, fresh new comedies, compelling new dramas and the latest season... (more...)

VIDEO: First Look - Sean Hayes Stars in New NBC Comedy SEAN SAVES THE WORLD

NBC has picked up a comedy starring Broadway vet Sean Hayes and Victor Fresco titled SEAN SAVES THE WORLD. Today NBC released the official trailer for new series. Check it out below! (more...)