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Monday, June 6, 2016

No More ‘Groundhog Day’ for One Powerful Producer by Michael Paulson

Scott Rudin has withdrawn from participation in the stage adaptation of the movie; the show will go on at the Old Vic.

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Sunday, June 5, 2016

Broadway’s ‘The King and I’ to Close Unexpectedly by Michael Paulson

Lincoln Center Theater unexpectedly announced Sunday that it would close its production of “The King and I” this month.

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Thursday, June 2, 2016

Lin-Manuel Miranda Said to Be Leaving Broadway’s ‘Hamilton’ Soon by Michael Paulson

Mr. Miranda, who was never expected to play Alexander Hamilton forever, may be departing as soon as July 9, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Presenting Barbra: Streisand to Appear at 2016 Tony Awards by Michael Paulson

Ms. Streisand is to be a presenter at the June 12 broadcast, which will be hosted by James Corden.

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Tuesday, May 31, 2016

‘Waitress’ Passes Million-Dollar Mark in Short Order by Michael Paulson

While “Waitress” gathers steam and may be destined to be a hit, the final curtain fell for “Tuck Everlasting,” which had a last-minute uptick in revenue.

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Thursday, May 26, 2016

All Alone With the Memory: Leona Lewis to Play Grizabella in Broadway ‘Cats’ Revival by Michael Paulson

Ms. Lewis will play the Glamour Cat in the production, which Trevor Nunn, director of the original “Cats,” is overseeing.

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Wednesday, May 25, 2016

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ to Move to Broadway by Michael Paulson

The musical, about a teenager with social anxiety, will be produced on Broadway by Stacey Mindich, and is scheduled to begin performances in November.

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Back on Broadway: Arthur Miller’s ‘The Price’ to Be Revived Next Winter by Michael Paulson

A man sorts through his past as he goes through his childhood furniture in this work, which will be directed by Terry Kinney.

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016

‘Tuck Everlasting’ to Close on Sunday by Michael Paulson

All things come to an end, some sooner than others. The new musical ‘Tuck Everlasting’ will face its final curtain after 28 previews and 39 performances.

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Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in Concert Production of ‘Sunday in the Park With George’ by Michael Paulson

Mr. Gyllenhaal has agreed to appear in a one-night-only performance to raise money for City Center.

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Monday, May 23, 2016

Broadway Defies the Odds With Another Record-Breaking Season by Michael Paulson

The season that ended on Sunday brought in more money and people than ever before because of strong tourism and unusually diverse programming.

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Friday, May 20, 2016

Broadway’s ‘Hamilton’ and ‘The Humans’ Garner Awards From the Drama League by Michael Paulson

The Drama League, a membership association of theatergoers, on Friday named “Hamilton” the best new musical of the current theater season, and “The Humans” the best new play.

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Well Beyond Broadway, ‘Hamilton’ Sells Tickets Months in Advance by Michael Paulson

The hit musical is about to go on the road and regional theaters see it as a way to convert the hunger for tickets into subscription and memberships.

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Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Ambassador Theater Group Announces Leadership Change by Michael Paulson

The company, a leading owner of British and American theaters, said Mark Cornell would become chief executive, replacing its founders Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire.

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Friday, May 13, 2016

‘Hamilton’ Takes Steps to Limit the Resale of Its Tickets by Michael Paulson

A ticket limit is being enforced — Ticketmaster canceled purchases over the cap. And those in the ticket line can no longer camp out with tents or chairs.

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Thursday, May 12, 2016

A ‘Hamilton’ Star’s Story: How Leslie Odom Jr. Became Aaron Burr, Sir by Michael Paulson

The actor who plays the show’s antihero showed up ready when he was first asked to read for the role.

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Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Oprah Winfrey Dreams of a Broadway Debut (Just Don’t Expect Her to Sing) by Michael Paulson

Ms. Winfrey said she has been thinking about performing in a play for the last three years, but first she has to find the “perfect material.”

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Tuesday, May 10, 2016

MCC Theater to Present the Musical ‘Ride the Cyclone’ and a Matthew Perry Play by Michael Paulson

These highlights are part of a new season that will include “The End of Longing,” written by Mr. Perry, and works by Neil LaBute and Anna Jordan.

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Monday, May 9, 2016

‘Tuck’ and ‘Psycho’ Struggle as Broadway Reports Results by Michael Paulson

Ticket sales improved at some shows, including ‘The Color Purple,’ while ‘Hamilton’ and ‘The Lion King’ remained at the top.

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Darren Criss to Return to ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ for Opening of National Tour by Michael Paulson

Mr. Criss, best known for his role on “Glee,” played Hedwig on Broadway for three months last year.

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Christian Borle to Play Willy Wonka on Broadway by Michael Paulson

Mr. Borle’s casting was announced along with other details of the production, which will hit the stage next year.

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Thursday, May 5, 2016

Broadway’s ‘Finding Neverland’ to Close in August by Michael Paulson

Producers of the bio-musical, about the playwright who wrote “Peter Pan,” are planning a national tour of the show.

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Drama Critics’ Circle Honors ‘Shuffle Along’ and ‘The Humans’ by Michael Paulson

These works were named best new musical and best new play, but the awards have limited predictive value for the Tonys.

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Tuesday, May 3, 2016

‘Hamilton’ Aside, Where the Real Tony Competition Lies by Michael Paulson, Scott Heller and Charles Isherwood

A New York Times theater critic, the theater reporter and the theater editor discuss how the awards derby shapes up from here.

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‘Hamilton’ Makes History With 16 Tony Nominations by Michael Paulson

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hip-hop musical sets the record for the most Tony nominations ever.

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Question for Tony Watchers: Will ‘Hamilton’ Make History? by Michael Paulson

All eyes are on Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hip-hop musical and whether it will break the record for the most Tony nominations ever.

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Monday, May 2, 2016

Study: Diversity in New York Theater Roles Rose in 2014-15 Season by Michael Paulson

An Asian American Performers Action Coalition study showed that about 30 percent of roles at the city’s most prominent theaters went to minorities.

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'Hamilton‘ and ‘Humans’ Are Among Top Broadway Grossers by Michael Paulson

The week ending May 1 was a strong one for Broadway productions, up $1.2 million from the week before.

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Friday, April 29, 2016

Tonys Panel Rejects Bid to Label ‘Shuffle Along’ a Revival by Michael Paulson

That means it will have to go head-to-head with the smash hit “Hamilton” and other likely candidates in the best new musical category.

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Wednesday, April 27, 2016

After #OscarsSoWhite, Broadway Seeks a #TonysSoDiverse by Michael Paulson

The Tony nominations will be announced on Tuesday, and it’s possible that more African-American actors than ever will be among those chosen.

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Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Fresh-Baked Pie Has Aromatic Role in ‘Waitress’ Musical by Michael Paulson

After several attempts, producers of this Broadway musical have hit upon a solution to perfume the theater with the scent of baking.

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