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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 15, 2026 and it’s time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
Good morning, Broadway enthusiasts! 🌟 Yesterday brought a whirlwind of exciting announcements and captivating performances in the world of Broadway. First up, we saw amazing numbers from the week ending April 12, 2026, with Moulin Rouge! making it to the top 5 as Megan Thee Stallion returns to the stage. In casting news, Lin-Manuel Miranda unveiled a star-studded lineup for the film adaptation of Dave Malloy’s OCTET, featuring the likes of Amanda Seyfried and Rachel Zegler. The St. James Theatre was abuzz as Titanique had its official opening, complete with opening night bows and red carpet glam. For an exclusive treat, check out the Chess cast performing ‘Golden Bangkok.’ Enjoy these stories and more as you start your Broadway-filled day!
But first…
Wednesday, April 15
The Fear of 13 opens on Broadway
Thursday, April 16
Proof opens on Broadway
Sunday, April 19
Fallen Angels opens on Broadway
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Photos: The Cast of TITANIQUE Takes Opening Night Bows Titanique, the musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, officially opened at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
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Exclusive: Watch the Cast of CHESS Perform ‘Golden Bangkok’ on Broadway
by Michael Major
Enjoy ‘one night in Bangkok’ and watch the cast of Chess on Broadway performing ‘Golden Bangkok.’ Watch the video, featuring Casey Garvin, Sydney Jones, Sean MacLaughlin, Sarah Meahl, Samantha Pollino, Katie Webber, and more.. (more…)
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by Team BWW
Applicants should be industry enthusiasts with excellent writing skills, great attention to detail, and a strong, self-motivated work ethic. The ideal candidate must also be able to multi-task and write quickly. Proficiency with web content management systems and Canva is essential. . (more…)
A.J. Shively and Marty Lauter Will Lead New Musical KEVIN
by Stephi Wild
KEVIN, a new musical starring Tony nominee AJ Shively and Marty Lauter, known for RuPaul’s Drag Race, has been announced by Turnkey Theatrical. Learn more here!. (more…)
Michael Patrick and Franc D’Ambrosio Launch New Ventures Entertainment Production Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Tony Award-winning producer Michael Patrick and stage and screen veteran Franc D’Ambrosio have joined forces to launch New Ventures Entertainment, a multi-platform production company operating across theater, film, television, and digital media.. (more…)
Production Resource Group Appoints Darren Pfeffer as Chief Commercial Officer
by Stephi Wild
Production Resource Group has announced the appointment of Darren Pfeffer as Chief Commercial Officer. Pfeffer will report directly to Lawrence Burian, Chief Executive Officer of PRG.. (more…)
Seyi Omooba Denied Final Appeal Over Being Unjustly Fired from THE COLOR PURPLE
by Sidney Paterra
BroadwayWorld has just learned that the court battle between Seyi Omooba and Leicester’s Curve Theatre (Michael Garrett Associates Ltd/ Leicester Theatre Trust Ltd.) has officially reached its conclusion. We have all of the detials.. (more…)
Jason Robert Brown Reveals Nick Jonas’ Label Blocked THE LAST FIVE YEARS Album
by Michael Major
Jason Robert Brown has revealed why there was not a cast recording for the 2025 revival of The Last Five Years. While teasing the new album with Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler, Brown revealed why Adrienne Warren and Nick Jonas did not record an album.. (more…)
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Alfie Boe, Samantha Barks, and More Will Lead LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham
by Stephi Wild
Principal casting has been announced for the forthcoming Grand Finale of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham. . (more…)
Actor and Writer Michael Patrick Passes Away at 35
by Josh Sharpe
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen performer and writer Michael Patrick has passed away at the age of 35 from complications of Motor Neurone Disease.. (more…)
Tonya Pinkins and More Complete the Cast for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The complete cast has been revealed for Encores! La Cage Aux Folles. Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins joins the cast as Jacqueline, along with Peter Francis James as Edouard, and Rachel Webb as Anne.. (more…)
First Look at Ariana Grande in FOCKER-IN-LAW; Trailer Coming Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe
A new teaser is offering a first look at Ariana Grande in Focker-in-Law, the highly anticipated fourth installment in the Meet the Parents franchise. Take a look at the sneak peek now, ahead of the trailer tomorrow.. (more…)
Full Cast Set For Ramin Karimloo-Led SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild
The full cast has been set for the new production of Stephen Sondheim’s musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre in the UK. . (more…)
Phillipa Soo Says Her Favorite HAMILTON Song Isn’t One She Performed
by Michael Major
Phillipa Soo has revealed her favorite Hamilton song – but it’s not one she sang. The Tony-nominated original cast member of the hit musical recently divulged that her favorite song from the musical is ‘Wait For It,’ which is sung by Aaron Burr.. (more…)
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