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Sidney Paterra

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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Videos You Missed This Week: THE GREAT GATSBY, ENGLISH, and More
Videos You Missed This Week: THE GREAT GATSBY, ENGLISH, and More
January 3, 2025

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is about to begin. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending January 3, 2025 with videos from The Great Gatsby, English and more!

25 Broadway People to Watch in 2025
25 Broadway People to Watch in 2025
January 2, 2025

Who should you keep your eye on as the spring season begins and awards season approaches? Check out our list of just 25 performers and creatives to watch out for in the new year! ​ ​

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN's Tonatiuh Praises 'Breathtaking' Co-Star Jennifer Lopez
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN's Tonatiuh Praises 'Breathtaking' Co-Star Jennifer Lopez
December 30, 2024

Kiss of the Spider Woman star Tonatiuh has discussed his experience working on the film adaptation of the Kander and Ebb musical classic with show business legend, Jennifer Lopez.

The Best Reviewed Broadway Shows of 2024
The Best Reviewed Broadway Shows of 2024
December 31, 2024

44 Broadway shows opened in 2024, and while not all of them were loved by the critics, there were plenty of standouts all year long. We're breaking down the best Broadway shows of 2024 by month.

3 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
3 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
January 4, 2025

Broadway says goodbye to three productions. Suffs takes its final bow at the Music Box Theatre following 24 previews and 301 regular performances; Back to the Future will conclude its run at the Winter Garden Theatre following 35 previews and 597 regular performances; and Elf ends its limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre after 8 previews and 57 regular performances.

What We Know So Far About DEAD OUTLAW
What We Know So Far About DEAD OUTLAW
December 27, 2024

Dead Outlaw is the latest show that has been added to the 2024/25 Broadway season, with preview performances beginning at Broadway’s Longacre Theatre on Saturday, April 12 and an opening set for Sunday, April 27. What do we know so far about the new show?

SWEPT AWAY Plays Final Broadway Performance
SWEPT AWAY Plays Final Broadway Performance
December 29, 2024

Swept Away will play its final performance at the Longacre Theatre following 20 previews and 48 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Dead Outlaw.

Videos You Missed This Week: CULT OF LOVE, EUREKA DAY, and More
Videos You Missed This Week: CULT OF LOVE, EUREKA DAY, and More
December 20, 2024

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 20, 2024 with videos from Cult of Love, Eureka Day, and more!

THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Concludes Broadway Run Today
THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Concludes Broadway Run Today
December 22, 2024

Broadway says goodbye to The Hills of California, which concludes its limited run at the Broadhurst Theatre following 18 previews and 97 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Boop! The Betty Boop Musical.

Videos You Missed This Week: THE GREAT GATSBY, THE OUTSIDERS, and More
Videos You Missed This Week: THE GREAT GATSBY, THE OUTSIDERS, and More
December 13, 2024

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 13, 2024 with videos from Annie, The Great Gatsby, The Outsiders, and more!

Broadway Gift Ideas- A 2024 Holiday Guide!
Broadway Gift Ideas- A 2024 Holiday Guide!
December 13, 2024

For those who are in need of last-minute gift ideas for your theater-loving friends and family members (or even if you just want to treat yourself), BroadwayWorld is here to help with a Broadway-themed holiday gift guide!

Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Lea Salonga
Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Lea Salonga
December 14, 2024

Sing along to this playlist featuring just 50 of Lea Salonga's greatest hits. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Once on This Island, Mulan, Aladdin, and many more!

2 Broadway Shows Close Today
2 Broadway Shows Close Today
December 15, 2024

 Broadway says goodbye to two productions. The Notebook takes its final bow at the Schoenfeld Theatre following 35 previews and 317 regular performances; and The Roommate will conclude its limited run at the Booth Theatre following 14 previews and 101 regular performances.

What Are the Different Vocal Types?
What Are the Different Vocal Types?
December 7, 2024

Understanding vocal types is essential not only for singers but also for composers, directors, and educators who work with performers. What are the different voice types that shape the world of music and theater? Let's break them down!

Videos You Missed This Week: SWEPT AWAY, ELF, and More
Videos You Missed This Week: SWEPT AWAY, ELF, and More
December 6, 2024

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 6, 2024 with videos from Swept Away, Elf, and more!

The Best Theater of 2024: Shows that Ruled the Year
The Best Theater of 2024: Shows that Ruled the Year
December 14, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, New York City's top theatre critics have been taking stock of this theatre season- deciding on their personal choices for their favorite productions of the year. The season has been full of so many stellar plays, musicals, revivals and new works, both on Broadway and off.

16 Broadway Shows Will Close in the Next Two Months; Get Your Tickets Now
16 Broadway Shows Will Close in the Next Two Months; Get Your Tickets Now
December 6, 2024

Winter is always a dark time for Broadway... literally. A whopping 16 shows will close for good in the next two months... but this isn't such a surprise.

Broadway Jukebox: Indie Broadway
Broadway Jukebox: Indie Broadway
December 7, 2024

Tthe music of folk rock group The Avett Brothers is getting a Broadway makeover. A cast recording for Swept Away, which opened on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre just last month, is set to be released in early 2025.

2 Broadway Shows Close Today
2 Broadway Shows Close Today
December 8, 2024

Broadway says goodbye to two productions. Water for Elephants takes its final bow at the Imperial Theatre following 25 previews and 301 regular performances; and Tammy Faye will conclude its run at the Palace Theatre following 24 previews and 29 regular performances.

Everything You Don't Know About FLOYD COLLINS
Everything You Don't Know About FLOYD COLLINS
December 7, 2024

Lincoln Center Theater is preparing for the Broadway premiere of Floyd Collins- the first major revival since the show's off Broadway premiere in 1996. Since then, the musical has gained a loyal fanbase, but remains largely unknown by musical theatre-loving audiences. What do you need to know...?






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