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Sidney Paterra

Sidney is a Contributing Editor at BroadwayWorld and has been a superfan of theatre and all things Broadway for her entire life. She joined the BroadwayWolrd team as an Assistant Editor in 2021. Originally from North Carolina, she currently calls New York City home. When she is not covering the theater beat, you're likely to find her in the yoga studio or hanging with her dog, Hank, in Central Park.




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First Show:

Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella

Favorite Show:

Les Miserables will always be my favorite musical of all time, but I'm also a huge fan of Anastasia and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

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ILLINOISE, TEETH & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for March
ILLINOISE, TEETH & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for March
March 1, 2024

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month.

Recap the Works of John Patrick Shanley
Recap the Works of John Patrick Shanley
March 7, 2024

John Patrick Shanley's masterpiece, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Doubt, officially opens in its first Broadway revival since it premiered in 2005. This comes just weeks after his latest play, Brooklyn Laundry, opened off-Broadway at MTC. Do you know the rest of Shanley's plays and films?

Broadway Jukebox: Broadway Gets Jazzy
Broadway Jukebox: Broadway Gets Jazzy
March 2, 2024

We're celebrating the news of A Wonderful World with a playlist of just a few of our favorite Broadway showtunes turned jazz standards. Enjoy songs from iconic artists like: Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Harry Connick Jr., Sammy Davis Jr., Nina Simone, and many more.

Broadway Stars Speak Up on Social Media About Dimming Lights for the Late Hinton Battle; League Announces Plans to Come
Broadway Stars Speak Up on Social Media About Dimming Lights for the Late Hinton Battle; League Announces Plans to Come
February 22, 2024

Just over three weeks ago, on January 30, BroadwayWorld sadly reported the passing of three-time Tony Award winner Hinton Battle. Now, Broadway stars are speaking up on social media about the lack of announcement from the Broadway League about theatre lights dimming in his honor. 

Broadway Jukebox: Sing Along to Disney Musicals
Broadway Jukebox: Sing Along to Disney Musicals
February 24, 2024

Enjoy songs from musicals like: The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Aladdin, Mary Poppins, Newsies, The Little Mermaid, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Aida, and more!

Broadway Producer and Manager Ira Bernstein Passes Away at 94
Broadway Producer and Manager Ira Bernstein Passes Away at 94
February 21, 2024

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Broadway producer Ira Bernstein, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 21, 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was 94 years old.

TAKE THE LEAD Musical Gets Developmental Workshop
TAKE THE LEAD Musical Gets Developmental Workshop
February 13, 2024

A musicalized version of Take the Lead is in the works, with a developmental workshop underway this month in New York City.

Broadway-Bound SMASH Gets Workshop Presentation; Characters Revealed
Broadway-Bound SMASH Gets Workshop Presentation; Characters Revealed
February 9, 2024

SMASH is soon heading to Broadway, but first, it's getting a workshop, which was presented in NYC this week. Check out who's who in the presentations!

Video: Celebrate 40 Years of THE RINK
Video: Celebrate 40 Years of THE RINK
February 9, 2024

On February 9, 1984, The Rink opened at the Martin Beck Theatre (now the Al Hirschfeld Theatre), where it ran for 29 previews and 204 regular performances.

Broadway Jukebox: 50 Showtunes for Super Bowl Sunday
Broadway Jukebox: 50 Showtunes for Super Bowl Sunday
February 10, 2024

Enjoy songs from musicals like: Damn Yankees, The Full Monty, Bring It On, Ragtime, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Lysistrata Jones, High School Musical, Dear Evan Hansen, Bend It Like Beckham, Rocky, Smash, Falsettos, and more!

Video: Broadway's Biggest Stars Sing the National Anthem
Video: Broadway's Biggest Stars Sing the National Anthem
February 11, 2024

BroadwayWorld is celebrating all of the Broadway performers who have sang the National Anthem at major sporting events in the past, including Idina Menzel's performance at Super Bowl XLIX. Which version is your favorite? Watch all the videos here!

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Plays Final Broadway Performance
HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Plays Final Broadway Performance
February 11, 2024

How to Dance in Ohio will conclude its Broadway run on February 11, 2024, following 27 previews and 72 regular performances at the Belasco Theater.

Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Chita Rivera
Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Chita Rivera
February 3, 2024

While Broadway pauses to mourn the passing of Chita Rivera, fill your day with a little bit of Chita and hum along to the glorious music that she left us with.

DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES on Broadway- A Complete Guide
DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES on Broadway- A Complete Guide
February 1, 2024

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Days of Wine and Roses on Broadway.

Video: Remembering the Great Chita Rivera
Video: Remembering the Great Chita Rivera
January 30, 2024

A theatrical icon and one of Broadway's greatest triple-threat talents, Chita Rivera is one of the most nominated performers in Tony Award history having earned 10 nominations. Today we recap with videos of just a few of her most spectacular performances in tribute.

2 Broadway Shows Close Today
2 Broadway Shows Close Today
February 4, 2024

Purlie Victorious takes its final bow at the Music Box Theatre following 23 previews and 151 regular performances; and Harmony will conclude its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 28 previews and 96 regular performances.

How to Be a Courteous Audience Member with Proper Etiquette
How to Be a Courteous Audience Member with Proper Etiquette
January 28, 2024

Check out some tips to ensure you are the best possible audience member when attending a Broadway show.

12 Broadway Shows Will Close in Coming Months
12 Broadway Shows Will Close in Coming Months
January 27, 2024

Check out a full list of which Broadway shows are set to close in 2024.

What We Know So Far About THE GREAT GATSBY Musical
What We Know So Far About THE GREAT GATSBY Musical
January 21, 2024

The roaring 20s are back again! As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, the musical adaptation of The Great Gatsby is headed to Broadway later this year. Check out what we know so far about the show, cast, production dates, and more!

SPAMALOT on Broadway- A Complete Guide
SPAMALOT on Broadway- A Complete Guide
January 21, 2024

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Spamalot on Broadway. Check out all the details here!



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