Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 30, 2026- ROCKY HORROR Cast Revealed and More

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Sunday, January 31

Mamma Mia! closes on Broadway

Liberation opens on Broadway

Video: Bob The Drag Queen Has Strutted to Broadway Purse First Bob the Drag Queen has walked into the Moulin Rouge purse first. Literally. The RuPaul’s Drag Race superstar officially strutted onto the Al Hirschfeld Theatre stage earlier this week as  “Harold Zidler” in Moulin Rouge! . Watch in this video as Bob chats more about the rehearsal process and more!

Exclusive: First Look at Elaine Hendrix in HELLO, DOLLY! at OFC Creations
by Michael Major
See photos of Hello, Dolly! starring Dancing With the Stars and The Parent Trap star Elaine Hendrix as Dolly Gallagher Levi, the cast also includes Myk Watford as Horace Vandergelder, Tyler Hardwick as Cornelius Hackl, and more.. (more…)
 

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 1/29/2026; Jobs In Sales, Management, and More
This Week’s New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/29/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.. (more…)

Santino Fontana, Talia Suskauer, and More Will Appear at the 2026 Kleban Prize For Musical Theatre Ceremony
by Stephi Wild
The Kleban Foundation will present the 36th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre on Monday, February 2 at 4PM in a private ceremony (by invitation only) hosted by ASCAP and BMI at ASCAP. Learn more about the lineup here!. (more…)

HANNAH’S PROMISE, OR A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS to Have NYC Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz
An invite-only reading of David W. Hart’s new play Hannah’s Promise, or A Life Without Limits is set for NYC February ahead of global licensing. Joe Calarco is directing.. (more…)

Former BAM President Gina Duncan Tapped To Lead Next Chapter Of Growth For Storytelling Org The Moth
by Stephi Wild
The Moth, the acclaimed nonprofit dedicated to connecting humanity through the power of personal storytelling, today announced the appointment of Gina Duncan as its new Chief Executive Officer. . (more…)

Educational Theatre Foundation Launches Storyline: A Craig Zadan Legacy Program
by Stephi Wild
The Educational Theatre Foundation has been awarded a grant by the Kresge Foundation to initiate ‘Storyline: A Craig Zadan Legacy Program’, aimed at enhancing theatre education across various districts.. (more…)

TRU to Present ‘Opening Up: US Theater Makers And The Global Scene’
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) will host its next Community Gathering on Zoom, focusing on the ongoing dialogue between US theater makers and the global scene. . (more…)

Photos: First-Look at RuPaul, Ginger Minj, & More in DRAG RACE Movie STOP! THAT! TRAIN!
by Josh Sharpe
New first-look photos have been revealed from STOP! THAT! TRAIN!, the forthcoming action-comedy flick set in the RuPaul’s Drag Race universe. Preview the movie in the new photos, which features RuPaul as President of the United States.. (more…)

Critics Picks: Tyler Hinton’s Top Utah Shows of 2025
by Tyler Hinton
In the world of theatre, there are always standout productions that captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression. In this article, we will be taking a look at Tyler Hinton’s top Utah shows of 2025.. (more…)

HBO and Boiler Room to Host INDUSTRY Season 4 Party in New York City
by Josh Sharpe
On January 29, HBO and music platform Boiler Room will come together for “Boiler Room x HBO’s Industry: New York,” an exclusive New York City event in celebration of the fourth season of HBO Original drama series Industry.. (more…)

Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky
xIt’s time to meet Broadway’s new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner  Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!). . (more…)

Ramin Karimloo Will Lead New Production of SWEENEY TODD in the UK
by Stephi Wild
Ramin Karimloo is taking on the role of Sweeney Todd in a new production of Stephen Sondheim’s music at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre in the UK. Learn more about the show here!. (more…)

Liza Minnelli Responds to Backlash Over AI Use in New Song
by Stephi Wild
Iconic performer Liza Minnelli has responded to the backlash she received after it was revealed that AI was used to create parts of her latest song, ‘Kids Wait Till You Hear This.’. (more…)

THE BOOK OF MORMON to Celebrate 15 Years on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz
The Book of Mormon on Broadway is turning 15 this year, and the nine-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical will celebrate the occasion with a few surprises.. (more…)

Wynton Marsalis to Step Down as Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Aafter nearly 40 years of leadership, Wynton Marsalis will be transitioning from his current role as the artistic and administrative leader at Jazz at Lincoln Center over the next two and a half years.. (more…)

Andrew Durand Reveals Final Performance in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Michael Major
Andrew Durand has revealed his final performance in Little Shop of Horrors. Following the announcement that he would be playing ‘Brad’ in the upcoming Rocky Horror Show revival, he will be playing his last show as Dr. Orin Scrivello D.D.S… (more…)

Danya Taymor Set to Direct JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN Movie
by Josh Sharpe
Danya Taymor, director of Broadway’s John Proctor Is the Villain, will return to the project to helm the forthcoming movie adaptation. For her direction of the stage production, she received one of the show’s seven Tony nominations.. (more…)

THE NOTEBOOK International Premiere & More Set For Theater Group Asia 2026/2027 Season
by Joshua Wright
Theatre Group Asia has announced its 2026–2027 season, which will feature three international productions that have not previously been staged in the Philippines. . (more…)

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