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Wednesday, February 19, 2025

NAMT Announces 2024-2025 Writers Residency Grant Recipients by Molly Higgins

The grants encourage collaboration between NAMT member theatres and writers at the early stages of a project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Theatre Mentorship Program SwingNation Announces Permanent Relaunch by Molly Higgins

The program pairs first-time swings on Broadway, Off-Broadway, or on national tours with experienced mentors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Alliance of Teatros Latinos NY Reveals Lineup for Teatro Fest 2025 by Molly Higgins

This year's festival will feature 20 productions around New York City March 1–April 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Saturday, February 15, 2025

Broadway's Operation Mincemeat Marquee Is Delayed by New Tariffs by Molly Higgins

Thousands of yellow LED bulbs that would illuminate the Golden Theatre marquee are stuck in China due to tariffs imposed by President Trump.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

The Martha Graham Dance Center Will Relocate in 2026 by Molly Higgins

The dance organization previously operated in studio and office spaces at Westbeth Artists Housing Complex and St. Veronica's Church.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Ralph Oscar Selby's Two Princes Sets Developmental Industry Reading by Molly Higgins

The new musical follows two Afro-Asian brothers as they try to become the heroes of their own stories.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Folger Theatre Will Stage the World Premiere of Lauren M. Gunderson's A Room in the Castle by Molly Higgins

The work reimagines Shakespeare's Hamlet from the perspectives of the women within the troubled castle walls.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Photos: Jimmy Fallon Gets a Sardi's Caricature by Molly Higgins

The comedian and late-night host made his Broadway debut in Simon Rich's All In earlier this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM
Friday, February 14, 2025

St. Ann's Warehouse Will Stage U.S. Premiere of Benedict Andrews Adaptation of The Cherry Orchard by Molly Higgins

Andrews' version of the Chekhov play premiered at London's Donmar Warehouse last year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Irishtown and The Black Wolfe Tone Join 2025 Irish Rep Season by Molly Higgins

Both plays will have their world premiere engagement at the Off-Broadway theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Manhattan Theatre Club Announces 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup by Molly Higgins

The rehearsed reading series will feature four new plays, including one MTC commission.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM

Maleah Joi Moon and Brandon Victor Dixon Set Final Bows in Broadway's Hell's Kitchen by Molly Higgins

Both actors have been with the Alicia Keys musical since its Off-Broadway premiere at The Public Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12AM
Thursday, February 13, 2025

Mary Faber, Vico Ortiz, Shannon Purser, More Set for The 24 Hour Plays: Los Angeles Return by Molly Higgins

The organization brings together groups of artists to produce theatrical works which are written, rehearsed, and performed in 24 hours.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Playwrights Realm Will Showcase Works From 2024-2025 Native American Artist Lab With Public Readings by Molly Higgins

New plays in development from Kira Apaachuaq Eckenweiler and Chris Hoshnic will be presented at Theaterlab next month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

GLAAD Will Honor Cynthia Erivo at 36th Annual Media Awards by Molly Higgins

Erivo will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award, presented to an LGBTQ+ media professional who has raised visibility and acceptance for the community.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Abigail Barlow, Frankie Rodriguez, More to Lead Rent in Concert at Segerstrom Hall by Molly Higgins

Sammi Cannold directs the symphonic concert evening.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Kyra Belle Johnson and Fergie L. Philippe Will Lead New North American Beauty and the Beast Tour by Molly Higgins

Performances will begin at Schenectady's Proctors Theatre in June.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:12AM
Monday, February 10, 2025

Lucille Lortel Theatre Announces 2025 Recipients of 121 Project for Development of New Musicals by Molly Higgins

The four selected works will each receive up to $10,000 in tailored developmental support.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

International Thespian Festival Announces 2025 Main Stage Productions by Molly Higgins

This year's festival main stage will feature Hadestown: Teen Edition, Little Women, The Drowsy Chaperone JR., and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Alex Joseph Grayson Will Join The Outsiders on Broadway by Molly Higgins

The Best Musical winner continues at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM
Sunday, February 9, 2025

Riverdance Will Launch New North American Tour in 2025 by Molly Higgins

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation will visit over 40 cities, with special engagements in Washington, D.C. and New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:12AM
Friday, February 7, 2025

Māyā Musical Sets London Industry Workshop by Molly Higgins

The work tells the story of aspiring poet Maya Mehta in the midst of the Indian independence movement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Spectra Media Collective Launches New Online Theatre Database by Molly Higgins

The online community includes detailed information about a multitude of shows, from Broadway to educational theatre, and allows theatremakers to network with one another.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Stage Door Network and Stage Write Software Launch Stage Door Pass Social Network by Molly Higgins

Theatre fans can use the platform to rate and review shows, track attendance, interact with artists, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12AM
Thursday, February 6, 2025

Lively McCabe Entertainment Appoints Allison Bressi as President and Producer by Molly Higgins

The theatrical production and management company has also announced the appointment of Kristi Hess as creative development and management coordinator.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Casting Complete for Chisa Hutchinson's Amerikin Off-Broadway by Molly Higgins

The production is part of 59E59's AMPLIFY: Festival, which is celebrating Hutchinson's work.

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Christina Anderson and Mfoniso Udofia Receive 2024 Steinberg Playwright Awards by Molly Higgins

The $100,000 awards are presented to two outstanding early-to-mid-career playwrights.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Friends and Family of Playwright Jesse L. Kearney, Jr. Launch GoFundMe for Surgery Recovery by Molly Higgins

Kearny suffered a sudden brain bleed January 8 and had to be rushed into surgery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM
Wednesday, February 5, 2025

See Who's Starring in The Pocket Park Kids at New York City Children's Theater by Molly Higgins

The work is directed and co-written by Tony nominee Anika Larsen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Video: Before Rajiv Joseph Wrote Dakar 2000, He Served in the Peace Corps Himself by Molly Higgins

The new thriller began its world premiere run Off-Broadway February 4 via Manhattan Theatre Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Nicole Kastrinos Joins Lincoln Center Theater as Producer by Molly Higgins

Kastrinos will collaborate closely with incoming Artistic Director Lear deBessonet to plan and support LCT’s artistic efforts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre