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‘Wicked’ May Show the Possibilities — and Hazards — of Adapting Broadway Musicals for the Screen

Many are excited for the adaptation of the beloved musical, but the negative reviews of 'Dear Evan Hansen' reveal the difficulties with putting such productions on the silver screen.…

March 15, 2022

The Paradox of ‘Hamilton’ and Why the Broadway Show Aged Badly

Jael Davis, DePaul University

Not every piece of art necessarily ages well, even over a short span of time. Lin-Manuel Miranda's play is the perfect example of this.…

July 11, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda Rejoices About the Return of Broadway

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, theater in New York City closed down. Now that it's coming back, the 'In the Heights' creator has gone on Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' to express his excitement.…

June 23, 2021

Broadway Is Reopening In September, and That’s Big for New Yorkers

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Gov. Andrew Cuomo tweeted that the NYC institution would be coming back in 2021. What were the responses and what challenges will theaters face post-pandemic?…

May 26, 2021

Image of a Broadway musical advertisement. (Photo by Sudan Ouyang on Unsplash)

Here Are 2 Movies to Get You Through the Broadway Intermission

Olivia Moosey, DePaul University

The stage might be closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but there are many diverse movies you can watch to fill the time.…

October 23, 2020

A brown Broadway sign leads the way to the Antonyos.

The Antonyo Awards Highlight Black Talent on and off Broadway

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The virtual inaugural ceremony held on Juneteenth was a celebratory leap forward for Black lives, achievement and artistry.…

July 14, 2020

Recording bootlegs of a theater production

How Will Bootlegs Affect Broadway Once Quarantine Is Over?

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

People are watching illegally recorded videos of Broadway shows now more than ever. Will this lead to larger audiences after the pandemic? Or will it lead to the demise of theater?…

June 13, 2020

A scene from Spring Awakening, one of several musicals with an important message

Here Are 5 Broadway Musicals With Meaningful Messages

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

Musical theater isn't just catchy songs and flashy dance numbers. Many shows have poignant messages about mental health, suicide, LGBTQ+ issues and more.…

April 20, 2020

Broadway’s ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ Tries on a New Pair of Wings

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

Aaron Sorkin’s adaption of the beloved Harper Lee novel tinkers with conventions of a classic American story.…

August 23, 2019

What’s The Deal With All These Broadway Show Closings?

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Bye Bye Birdie? More Like Bye Bye Broadway.…

July 31, 2019

‘Hadestown: The Myth. The Musical.’ Is Coming to Broadway

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The production is a new spin on the age-old Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, crossed with the tale of Hades and Persephone.…

March 5, 2019

The 5 Best Broadway Productions Coming in Spring 2019

Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

Theater enthusiasts, rejoice!…

February 15, 2019

A Look at the Upcoming Shows to Hit Broadway in 2018

Sarah Hoenig, Texas A&M University

The line-up of shows this Broadway season is better than ever, for one particular reason.…

March 25, 2018

Jordan Tyson, the Face of ‘Sweetee,’ Is Broadway’s Next Darling

Kaitlyn Peterson, UCLA

The Marymount Manhattan College student and actress channelled her experience as a biracial woman to play the role, which is set in 1930s America.…

July 24, 2017

When It Comes to Diversity, Why Does Broadway Beat Hollywood?

Kathryn Parker, Fordham University

The actual statistics comparing the two entertainment bigs might surprise you.…

July 15, 2017

Meet the Huntington University Student Destined for Broadway

Alicia Drier, Roosevelt University

Freshman Andrew Bower will do just about anything to become a stage actor, including impersonating a Mark Twain impersonator.…

April 10, 2017

The Success of Color-Conscious Casting in Broadway’s ‘Hamilton’

Dakota Buhler, George Fox University

The unexpected casting of racially diverse actors in 'Hamilton' is a critical component to its consistent success.…

December 14, 2016

Jinx Monsoon’s Casting Enriches The Role of Audrey in ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

How Jinx Monsoon’s casting as Audrey presents a fresh view of the character through alternative, non-cis lenses.…

March 21, 2024

Illustration of actors on a theatre stage getting ready to bow.

6 Fantastic Musicals to Fit the Vibe

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Are you a theatre kid in search of a new favorite musical? From old classics, to some newer favorites, to small musicals, here’s a few, just for you.…

March 14, 2024