Theatre News

1. Photo Flash: Rockettes Light the Empire State Building for Opening of 2019 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR STARRING THE RADIO CITY ROCKETTES

   The Christmas Spectacular will run from November 8 - January 5 at Radio City Music Hall. The finale, 'Christmas Lights,' begins at the conclusion of the 'Living Nativity' scene, which has been performed as part of the Christmas Spectacular since its inception in 1933.The Radio City Rockettes are the longest-running precision dance company in America, admired for their iconic style of dance and their unity both onstage and off.The Rockettesare unique in that each woman is an integral and equal link in the creation ofThe Rockettesline. Their individual talent and athleticism is unrivaled and together, they perform intricate choreography that is both graceful and powerful.

2. Tony Winner Ali Stroker Included on Time's 100 Next List

   Time has just released its 2019 100 Next list, consisting of artists, leaders, advocates, innovators and phenoms on the rise. Included in this year's list is 2019 Tony winner and star of Oklahoma, Ali Stroker.

3. HADESTOWN, BEETLEJUICE, AIN'T TOO PROUD, and TINA to Perform on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

   A spectacle like no other awaits millionsas the 93rdannual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the nation's most cherished holiday tradition, once again kicks off the holiday season.Millions of families will tune in to watch the excitement unfoldon Thursday, Nov. 28as Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker of NBC News' aoeTODAYa host the broadcastfrom 9 a.m.-noonin all time zones that will also include a special debut performance from her new albumCourageby the incomparableCeline Dion.

4. BWW Readers Name The Shows Their High Schools Are Performing This Fall - Part 1

   We asked, and you answered To celebrate the importance of arts in education, we asked BroadwayWorld readers to let us know which shows their high schools are performing this fall. We've now gathered some of the most popular answers for you to enjoy, with roles ranging from classics like 42nd Street and Fiddler on the Roof to newer additions like Legally Blonde and Bright Star Check them all out

5. CHICAGO Celebrates 23rd Broadway Anniversary Tomorrow

   The Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago celebrates its 23rd Broadway anniversary tomorrow, Thursday, November 14th. The production is now playing at Broadway's Ambassador Theatre 219 W. 49th St..