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Monday, April 27, 2020

‘Madly in Love’ with ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ by Matthew Wexler

Musical theater composers Mizer and Moore have released a never-before-heard song penned for 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.' The post ‘Madly in Love’ with ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ a…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:24PM
Thursday, April 23, 2020

Celebrate Shakespeare’s Birthday with a Macabre ‘Macbeth’ by Matthew Wexler

Patrick Stewart stars in a violent and enthralling film adaption of 'Macbeth.' Directed by Rupert Goold and filmed at Welbeck Abbey. The post Celebrate Shakespeare’s Birthday with a Macabr…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:24AM
Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Drama Desk Award Nominations Announced by Matthew Wexler

Nominations have been announced for the 65th annual Drama Desk Awards. We reviewed 24 of the nominated productions - find out which deserves top honors! The post Drama Desk Award Nominations…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:48PM

Theatre Development Fund Launches Lifeline Campaign by Matthew Wexler

The fundraising initiative will help TDF sustain critical operations during the theatre shut down and into the challenging recovery period ahead. The post Theatre Development Fund Launches L…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:36PM
Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again: ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ by Matthew Wexler

'The Shows Must Go On!' YouTube channel streamed Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'The Phantom of the Opera,' raising $400 million for The Actors Fund. The post Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again: �…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:54PM
Monday, April 20, 2020

In ‘Daddy Long Legs,’ A Letter-Writing Musical Lifts Off the Page by Matthew Wexler

Adam Halpin and Megan McGinnis in ‘Daddy Long Legs.’ (Photo: Jeremy Daniel) By Bobby McGuire It’s been said that letter writing is a lost art.… The post In ‘Daddy Long Legs,’ A L…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:42PM
Friday, April 17, 2020

‘Broadway on Demand’ to Launch New Streaming Service by Matthew Wexler

The new membership-based streaming service will offer an extensive library of video-on-demand content, exclusive livestream events, interactive platforms, and educational resources. The post…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:18AM

New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award Winners Announced by Matthew Wexler

"Heroes of the Fourth Turning" and "A Strange Loop" took top honors from this year's New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards. The post New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award Winners Announced…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:18AM
Thursday, April 16, 2020

Remembering Stage and Screen Star Brian Dennehy by Matthew Wexler

Stage and screen actor Brian Dennehy has died at the age of 81. The post Remembering Stage and Screen Star Brian Dennehy appeared first on The BroadwayBlog.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:54PM
Wednesday, April 15, 2020

The Lucille Lortel Awards Announces 2020 Nominees by Matthew Wexler

The nominations for the 35th annual Lucille Lortel Awards were announced, with "A Strange Loop," "Heroes of the Fourth Turning" and "In The Green" leading the pack. The post The Lucille L…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:36PM
Tuesday, April 14, 2020

5 Ways to Get Your Theater Fix at Home by Matthew Wexler

From Brian Stokes Mitchell singing "The Impossible Dream" from his window to sonnet readings from Trinity Rep, there's the latest way to enjoy theater at home. The post 5 Ways to Get Your Th…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:24PM
Monday, April 13, 2020

A Tale of Two Centuries: ‘Ernest Shackleton Loves Me’ by Matthew Wexler

An unlikely meeting between polar explorer Ernest Shackleton and a single mom who composes video game music makes for an innovative new musical. The post A Tale of Two Centuries: ‘Ernest S…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:36PM
Friday, April 10, 2020

Gone But Not Forgotten: Elaine Stritch, ‘At Liberty’ by Matthew Wexler

‘Elaine Stritch at Liberty.’ (Photo courtesy of BroadwayHD.) The Broadway Blog has partnered with BroadwayHD to share more in-depth perspectives on some of the world’s most acclaimed…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:48AM
Thursday, April 9, 2020

A Conversation with Stephen Schwartz and John Bocchino by Matthew Wexler

Stephen Schwartz, John Bucchino and Andy Einhorn gather for a livestream event courtesy of 92Y on Saturday, April 11. The post A Conversation with Stephen Schwartz and John Bocchino appeared…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:54AM
Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Broadway Theaters Extend Suspension Through June 7 by Matthew Wexler

Broadway shows in New York City will extend the current suspension of all performances through June 7, 2020. The post Broadway Theaters Extend Suspension Through June 7 appeared first on…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:32PM

American Theatre Wing Launches COVID-19 Response Effort by Matthew Wexler

The American Theatre Wing has outlined the first phase of its National COVID-19 Response Effort. The post American Theatre Wing Launches COVID-19 Response Effort appeared first on The Broa…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:32PM
Tuesday, April 7, 2020

A Search for Self-Discovery: ‘Hetty Feather’ by Matthew Wexler

Best-selling author Jacqueline Wilson's "Hetty Feather" comes to life in a family-friendly stage production, now available on BroadwayHD. The post A Search for Self-Discovery: ‘Hetty Feath…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:36PM

The Show Must Go On: Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals on YouTube by Matthew Wexler

A new YouTube channel, The Show Must Go On, will be streaming Andrew Lloyd Webber's musicals for free in the coming weeks, including the rarely seen "By Jeeves." The post The Show Must Go On…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:36PM
Monday, April 6, 2020

NYC’s The Shed Celebrates One Year by Matthew Wexler

New York City's mammoth multi-disciplinary venue celebrates its one-year anniversary with a new documentary about its evolution. The post NYC’s The Shed Celebrates One Year appeared first …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:36PM

Don’t Miss: All-Star Reading of ‘Lips Together, Teeth Apart’ by Matthew Wexler

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Zachary Quinto, and Ari Graynor star in a live reading of 'Lips Together, Teeth Apart.' The post Don’t Miss: All-Star Reading of ‘Lips Together…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:12PM
Friday, April 3, 2020

Audra McDonald: A ‘Lady Day’ You Won’t Want to Miss by Matthew Wexler

Audra McDonald embodied the legendary Billie Holiday in "Lady Day at Emersons Bar & Grill," now available for streaming on BroadwayHD. The post Audra McDonald: A ‘Lady Day’ You Won�…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:48PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020

Brian Stokes Mitchell Tests Positive for COVID-19 by Matthew Wexler

Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell announced via Instagram that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The post Brian Stokes Mitchell Tests Positive for COVID-19 appeared first on The Bro…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:42PM
Wednesday, April 1, 2020

BroadwayHD: In This Prison ‘Tempest,’ Freedom Isn’t Free by Matthew Wexler

Harriet Walter stars in an all-female production of "The Tempest," which first premiered at London's Donmar Warehouse. Directed by Phyllidia Lloyd. The post BroadwayHD: In This Prison ‘Tem…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:35PM
Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Actors Theatre of Louisville to Stream Humana Festival Plays by Matthew Wexler

Actors Theatre Direct will stream two of the plays previously scheduled for the Humana Festival and additional free content on social media. The post Actors Theatre of Louisville to Stream H…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:36PM
Monday, March 30, 2020

The British are Coming! National Theatre at Home by Matthew Wexler

The National Theatre will release a new production each Thursday on YouTube, which will be accessible for free streaming for seven days. The post The British are Coming! National Theatre at…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:42PM
Saturday, March 28, 2020

University of West Georgia’s Costume Shop Becomes a Lifesaver by Matthew Wexler

Alan Yeong-Marcello and Nan Stephens of the University of West Georgia’s Department of Theatre are now two of the thousands of people who are coming together to help humanity battle Corona…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:48AM
Friday, March 27, 2020

Broadway’s Intermission Continues, Tony Awards Postponed by Matthew Wexler

The theater community continues to hunker down in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. No date has been announced for Broadway's re-opening, and the Tony Awards have been postponed. The post B…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:03PM
Thursday, March 26, 2020

Watch Hugh Jackman in ‘Oklahoma!’ for Free by Matthew Wexler

Before he was Wolverine, Hugh Jackman starred in the 1998 London revival of "Oklahoma!" — now is your chance to watch it for free on BroadwayHD The post Watch Hugh Jackman in ‘Oklahoma!�…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:36AM
Wednesday, March 25, 2020

‘R&H Goes Live!’ Launches on YouTube by Matthew Wexler

The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization's "R&H Goes Pop!" launches a new spin-off series, "R&H Goes Live!" on YouTube, hosted by Laura Osnes. The post ‘R&H Goes Live!’ Lau…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:42AM
Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Terrence McNally Dies at 81 by Matthew Wexler

Tony Award-winning playwright Terrence McNally has died at the age of 81 due to complications from COVID-19. The post Terrence McNally Dies at 81 appeared first on The BroadwayBlog.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:32PM
Monday, March 23, 2020

Broadway Bolsters Its Efforts to Combat the Impact of COVID-19 by Matthew Wexler

From Rosie O'Donnell to Brian Stokes Mitchell, Seth Rudessky and Stephanie J. Block, stars are coming out to lend their voices and raise much-needed funds in the fight against COVID-19. The …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:48PM

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