Lloyd Webber's musical play 'Bad Cinderella' all set for Broadway debut with 'new leading lady'

Cinderella is closing down in London within a year, primarily due to losses suffered due to COVID19 pandemic. The play will debut on Broadway with a new name on March 23, Lloyd Webber's 75th birthday.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical play Bad Cinderella is all set to make its Broadway debut in March 2023. The British composer, formally Baron Lloyd-Webber, confirmed in a presser on Monday that the musical play will feature new songs, a new title, and a new leading lady.

Bad Cinderella debuted in London as Cinderella less than a year ago and ended with heavy losses due to COVID19 spurts. The play gets its new title from one of its featured songs. While Carrie Hope Fletcher played Cinderella in the play's London performances, Bad Cinderella will feature Linedy Genao as the lead character.



From Black Floral Number To Cinderella And Mermaid Gowns, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Is A Bonafide Red Carpet Goddess At Cannes
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a regular at Cannes for the past 20 years. In the two decades, the ‘Guru’ star has had many memorable looks on the red carpet, and this year was no different. The 48-year-old actress made a dramatic entry in a black number on the Cannes red carpet with her signature wave to the cameramen standing on the sidelines.

Here's a look at her latest fashion moments and some memorable Cannes appearances, that make Bachchan a bonafide red carpet goddess.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a regular at Cannes for the past 20 years. In the two decades, the ‘Guru’ star has had many memorable looks on the red carpet, and this year was no different. The 48-y..
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This year, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan sashayed down the red carpet in a black Dolce and Gabbana ball gown with a band of 3D floral motifs on one side of the dress and on the sleeve. She kept her makeup simple for the evening as she picked a mauve lip color, and sported a sleek yet simplistic hairstyle.

The actress completed her look with dangling gemstone studded earrings. She was on the red carpet to attend the screening of Tom Cruise’s upcoming film, 'Top Gun: Maverick'.

This year, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan sashayed down the red carpet in a black Dolce and Gabbana ball gown with a band of 3D floral motifs on one side of the dress and on the sleeve. She kept her makeup s..
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While Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was grace personified on the hallowed steps, she took some time out to catch up with her old friend and Hollywood actress Eva Longoria. The two actresses, who are also brand ambassadors of L'Oréal, were seen laughing candidly as the shutterbugs clicked on.

While Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was grace personified on the hallowed steps, she took some time out to catch up with her old friend and Hollywood actress Eva Longoria. The two actresses, who are also br..
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Earlier in the day, during a photocall, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan opted for a hot pink Valentino pantsuit. The actress looked beautiful in the bright number. The outfit had a drill blazer and came with a same coloured chic pants. Bachchan kept her hair poker straight for the look.

Earlier in the day, during a photocall, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan opted for a hot pink Valentino pantsuit. The actress looked beautiful in the bright number. The outfit had a drill blazer and came with ..
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has often experimented with her Cannes red carpet looks in the past. She made her debut in 2002, in a blazing yellow saree and golden traditional Indian jewelry, and descended from a blue chariot with Shah Rukh Khan lending a helping hand. The actress was an epitome of Indian beauty during her first appearance for the film, 'Devdas'. However, over the years, we saw her in many different and glamorous avatar.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has often experimented with her Cannes red carpet looks in the past. She made her debut in 2002, in a blazing yellow saree and golden traditional Indian jewelry, and descended ..
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In 2007, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan flaunted an off-white strapless gown by Giorgio Armani as she walked the red carpet with husband Abhishek Bachchan for the first time after the two tied the knot. The actress wore a stunning diamond necklace, and carried a matching purse for the event. The actress kept her makeup peachy with an overload of blush.

In 2007, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan flaunted an off-white strapless gown by Giorgio Armani as she walked the red carpet with husband Abhishek Bachchan for the first time after the two tied the knot. The ..
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In 2012, the actress was vehemently criticized for post-pregnancy weight gain but the ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ star silenced all her critics when she appeared on the Cannes red carpet in a mid-night blue black flowy gown by Elie Saab. She looked so stunning, and carried herself so gracefully that critics couldn’t find any flaw.

In 2012, the actress was vehemently criticized for post-pregnancy weight gain but the ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ star silenced all her critics when she appeared on the Cannes red carpet in a mid-night ..
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Another time, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was a bonafide red carpet goddess was when she wore a Golden silhouette Roberto Cavalli mermaid gown as she glided down the red carpet to attend the 'Two Days, One Night' premiere in 2014. The actress sported big beachy curls, and completed the breathtakingly beautiful look with red lips.

Another time, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was a bonafide red carpet goddess was when she wore a Golden silhouette Roberto Cavalli mermaid gown as she glided down the red carpet to attend the 'Two Day..
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Another memorable appearance was in 2017, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan climbed the hallowed steps of Cannes Film Festival entryway in a magnificent powder blue Cinderella dress that had beautiful leaf motifs embroidered on it. She looked like she had walked straight out of a fairytale in that off-shoulder number. The couture gown was designed by Michael Cinco and the actress wore it to the ‘Okja’ premiere.

Another memorable appearance was in 2017, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan climbed the hallowed steps of Cannes Film Festival entryway in a magnificent powder blue Cinderella dress that had beautiful leaf..
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Llyod Webber confirmed in the presser that the show would premiere on his 75th birthday, which falls on March 23. He said that he was excited to know what kind of birthday gift he'd get in New York. Genao, the new lead, spray painted BAD on the show's logo and said she was a bad Cinderella.

Currently, Lloyd Webber is performing The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, scheduled to close next year. The curtains on the play, which has been playing on Broadway since 1988, will be finally pulled on February 18. Bad Cinderella will begin previews at the iconic New York theatre on February 17.

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FAQs

When does Bad Cinderella debut on Broadway?
Bad Cinderella debuts on Broadway on March 23, Llyod Webber's 75th birthday.

Who plays the lead role in the play?
Linedy Genao will be the new leading lady in the play, taking over from Carrie Hope Fletcher.
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