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Keke Palmer to Host PASSWORD Game Show on NBC
by Michael Major - Apr 12, 2022


Palmer will command the “Password” podium as contestants from all walks of life are partnered with Jimmy Fallon and other celebrities to face off in the ultimate game of words. Fallon will play in each of the eight hourlong episodes as the celebrity/contestant duos compete for cash prizes by guessing a secret password using only one-word clues.

BWW Review: Entertainment Legend Carol Burnett Charms at the Eccles Theater
by Tyler Hinton - Mar 29, 2022


​​​​​​​CAROL BURNETT: AN EVENING OF LAUGHTER AND REFLECTION is a fascinating, charming one-woman show in which the Emmy winner and beloved television, theatre, and film performer answers audience questions and reminisces on her extraordinary life and career.

Artisan Center Theater Presents THE SECRET GARDEN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2022


Artisan Center Theater presents THE SECRET GARDEN at its 195 seat Main Stage facility. The theater is located at 444 East Pipeline Road in Hurst, TX.

Spend An Evening With Rita Rudner At Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2022


Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents Rita Rudner on Thursday, April 7 at 7:30pm.  One of the country's top comedians, Rita Rudner brings her sharp wit, droll observations and genius one-liners to Samueli Theater. In her famously soft-spoken delivery, Rudner kills with hilarious and true observations about the differences between men and women, marriage, kids, aging, Botox and, of course, shopping (her favorite pastime).

Mary John, Founder of Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Passes Away at 96
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2022


Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced of the passing of its founder Mary John (1925-2022).  Born in Green Bay, WI Mary forged a plan to create a professional theater for the city of Milwaukee and established Drama Inc, now Milwaukee Repertory Theater, in 1954. 

THE GOLDEN GIRLS MYSTERY EXPERIENCE Makes Philly Stage Debut at Craft Hall
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 25, 2022


“A Golden Girls Murder Mystery: The Curse of Jessica Fletcher” will make its Philadelphia stage debut starting March 5th at Craft Hall, at 901 N. Delaware Avenue. Rose, Dorothy, Blanche and Sophia are back at it again, and this time the four friends from Miami are trying their hand at solving a mystery.

THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW-A PUPPET PARODY Will Return Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2022


Rockefeller Productions announced today that their acclaimed production of The Golden Girls Show! - A Puppet Parody, will play a special final engagement in New York starting on April 29th, 2022, through May 29th, 2022. 

VIDEO: Cher Sings 'Thank You For Being a Friend' in Betty White Tribute Special
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2022


Ahead of tonight's Betty White tribute special, NBC has shared a first look at Cher singing 'Thank You For Being a Friend,' the theme song from the Golden Girls. The special will also feature President Joe Biden, Drew Barrymore, Bryan Cranston, Ted Danson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Goldie Hawn, and more.

Student Blog: Drinking with The Bard
by Student Blogger: Kat Mokrynski - Jan 28, 2022


Walking into 'The Gallery' at the Green Fig truly makes you feel like you're entering some kind of secret society. I won't go into much detail but be prepared to be wowed! Once you're inside, a cast member gives you a shot and escorts you to your seat as other actors interact with the audience, asking questions and making jokes. The venue has a very 'speakeasy vibe,' perfect for a drinking club with a Shakespeare problem. Before seeing the show, I got to interview Lisa Klages, the Associate Director and Production Manager, as well as Nate Betancourt, the drunk actor at that night's performance

Cher, Tina Fey & More to Honor Betty White in NBC'S AMERICA'S GOLDEN GIRL Special
by Michael Major - Jan 27, 2022


President Joe Biden, Drew Barrymore, Valerie Bertinelli, Cher, Bryan Cranston, Ted Danson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Goldie Hawn, Vicki Lawrence, Jane Leeves, Jay Leno, Anthony Mackie, Wendie Malick, Joel McHale, Tracy Morgan, Jean Smart, Mary Steenburgen and more will come together to pay tribute to the late actress.

BWW Review: LEOLA'S LADY LAND LOUNGE! Welcomes NYC's Talent For A Chat-N-Chew And A Song Or Two At The Green Room 42
by Bobby Patrick - Jan 25, 2022


For this edition, Leola had as her guests, Analise Scarpaci - one of Broadway’s foremost precocious stage brats who is leaving childhood behind and blossoming into a fine adult actress, Lindsay Nicole Chambers - late of Legally Blonde, Lysistrata Jones and pretty much all the L shows of Broadway, My adorable boss, Stephen Mosher and Leola’s boss - TGR42’s Jack & Jill Of all trades, Michael Kushner.

BWW Review: THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! at Orpheum Theater
by Sonja Niles - Jan 22, 2022


The production team did a great job of making the voices audible and the set inviting to the viewer's eye. There is merchandise to peruse in the lobby and I may be 'dating' myself by saying that the prices are a 'good bargain'. January can be a long and tedious month to put up with, so do yourself a favor and take in 'That Golden Girls Show: A puppet parody ' at the Orpheum Theater this weekend, you'll be happy to have something to smile about when you recall the days of Winter 2022.

Queens Theatre Presents THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! - A PUPPET PARODY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2022


Queens Theatre will bring 'That Golden Girls Show! a puppet parody' to Queens as the venue's first in-person show of 2022. There is no better way to start the new year than laughing with the Golden Girls and celebrating the fabulous Betty White!

NBC Announces Betty White Tribute Special AMERICA'S GOLDEN GIRL
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2022


Friends and stars will pay tribute to America’s comedy sweetheart in the special. The hour will include clips that best capture White’s irreverent tone, spirit and impeccable comedic timing that are a hallmark of her decades-long career.

THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! �" A PUPPET PARODY is Coming to the Orpheum Theater Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2022


Get set for an evening of cheesecake, laughter, jazzercise, shoulder pads, sex and the elegant art of the quick-witted put down when you purchase tickets for THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW, a brand-new show that parodies classic Golden Girls moments – with puppets!

BWW Interview: Lu Zielinski Talks THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! A PUPPET PARODY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2022


You will soon have the chance to experience love, laughter, friendship and... puppets(!) when That Golden Girls Show! A Puppet Parody comes to the Kimmel Cultural Campus' Merriam Theater on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. BroadwayWorld spoke with the show's Blanche, Lu Zielinski.

Game Show Network to Air Betty White THE MATCH GAME Marathon
by Michael Major - Jan 5, 2022


This Saturday, January 8 starting at 9 a.m. ET, Game Show Network will air an 8-hour marathon of Match Game episodes featuring the golden girl of game shows and America's sweetheart, Betty White. Betty White passed away on December 31 at the age of 99, just 18 days before her 100th birthday. Watch a clip of White on the show now!

VIDEO: James Corden Pays Tribute to Betty White on THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Michael Major - Jan 4, 2022


James took a moment to recognize the impact she made on everyone through her humor and kindness. And before looking back at some of his favorite moments with Betty, James recalls an incredibly special gift she gave him when they first met. Watch the new segment now!

Club Cumming to Present CAST OFFS “OPRECIATE” BETTY WHITE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2022


Club Cumming will present “Cast Offs Opreciate Betty White”with Ben Rimalower and Daniel Nolen – the new variety and game show from Broadwayworld/Broadway Podcast Network's 'Next Year, Some Year' and 'Broken Records' co-hosts – every Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM, before “Cabernet Cabaret” with Catherine Cohen.

Legendary Star Betty White Dies at 99
by Robert Diamond - Dec 31, 2021


BroadwayWorld is sad to report that legendary star Betty White has died at 99 years old this morning at her home, just weeks short of her 100th birthday. 

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