Monday, August 3, 2015 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Work-Life Balance Trap by Joe Patti

I frequently use the term “work-life” balance when discussing the expectations people working in the arts have, especially potential executive directors. Recently though, I saw o…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 11:49PM

‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged! Revised!)’ at Off the Quill by Leslie Weisman

With our calendars getting increasingly crowded and revisiting the plays we read (were supposed to read/wanted to read/never thought of reading) in high school probably not high on our to-do…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:41PM

Oi Taylor Swift, Let These Aussie Theatre Legends use ‘Shake it Off’ in their play by Erin James

Have you seen the news? Sydney’s Belvoir Street Theatre company are petitioning Taylor Swift (or anyone who can get in touch with ‘her Royal Swiftiness‘, according to music…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:31PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Sound Of Music Children’s auditions for Sydney: Applications open by Erin James

The producers of The Sound of Music are on the hunt for 18 incredibly talented children to participate in the Sydney season of this exciting new revival starring Cameron Daddo and Amy Leh…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:29PM

Love and Information, twice by Deborah Jones

Minetta Lane Theatre, New York, February 9, 2014 Sydney Theatre Company, July 15, 2015 The script for Caryl Churchill’s Love and Information gives little away at first glance. There are ma…

SOURCE: deborahjones.me at 10:13PM

Beverley Knight Shares Excitement Over West End CATS: 'Should Be A Good Run!' & Talks Preparation In New Video by Pat Cerasaro

The world prepares to welcome a new Grizabella to the fresh new West End CATS revival

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10PM

Spotlight On...Patrick Cleary by Michael Block

Name: Patrick ClearyHometown: Wakefield, MassachusettsEducation: Bachelor’s Degree, Art History, University of MassachusettsFavorite Credits: I produce a yearly holiday festival in Reading…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 10:10PM

National Symphony Orchestra–‘ Star Trek’ at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts by Julia L. Exline

On August 1st 2015, the National Symphony Orchestra presented Star Trek, the 2009 epic film drama by Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment at Wolf Trap. Conductor Emil de Cou lead a …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:09PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Stage and Screen Vet Billy Crudup Joins 20th CENTURY WOMEN Film by Movies News Desk

Deadline writes that THE STANFORD PRISON EXPERIMENT star Billy Crudup has signed on for 20TH CENTURY WOMEN from writer-director Mike Mills.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:11PM

Hunter Ryan Herdlicka, Brandon O'Neill & More Star in PIRATES OF PENZANCE at the Ordway by BroadwayWorld

The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present The Pirates of Penzance, Aug. 4-16. Tickets for the Ordway produced musical comedy range from 36-110 and can be purchased online at www…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:10PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Peter Sellars: Shakespeare wasn’t racist, he was an 'unbelievably subtle' writer by Steve Dow

With Desdemona soon to be staged in Melbourne and Sydney, the director and his lyricist Rokia Traoré discuss working with Nobel laureate Toni MorrisonDesdemona is dead. But only in death, f…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:55PM

Spotlight On...Padraic Lillis by Michael Block

Name: Padraic LillisHometown: Fairport, NYEducation: SUNY New PaltzFavorite Credits: Bully by Lee Kaplan, Sweet Storm by Scott Hudson, Rise and Fall of a Teenage Cyberqueen by Lindsay Joy, a…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 08:55PM

Become a Broadway Producer! by Matthew Wexler

Do you want to become a Broadway producer but don’t have $25,000 to gamble with? Standing Room Capital, a private online membership platform allowing individuals to invest as little as…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:34PM

Pinter’s Betrayal at the State Theatre Company of South Australia by Mick Searles

There is nothing new about infidelity, but there is always something fresh about Pinter. No wonder he got a Nobel Prize. His writing is incisive, perceptive and accessible, and Betrayal is o…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:29PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Dear Lupin, Apollo Theatre by Marianka Swain

A sterling case is made for the lost art of letter writing in Michael Simkins’ dramatisation of Roger Mortimer’s missives to his wayward son. Mortimer’s inimitable turn of phrase, pres…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:45PM

Paul Christiano, talented dancer and choreographer with a difficult past, is dead at 39 by Chris Jones

Paul Christiano was convicted in 1999 of purchasing child pornography through the mail. The offense, committed when Christiano was in his early 20s, obliged him to register as a sex offender…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 07:40PM

People You Should Know . . . Melissa Ritz by Zack Calhoon

MELISSA RITZ-As an Army ‘brat’, Melissa grew up all over the U.S. and in Germany. She joined the U.S. Air Force out of high school, where she analyzed body fluid in hospital laboratories…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 07:27PM

Fuse Film Review: “The Stanford Prison Experiment” — It’s a Crime by Arts Fuse Editor

Even if you manage to overlook the objectionable ethics of the film, The Stanford Prison Experiment simply doesn't work as a gripping drama.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 07:27PM

DEAR LUPIN Apollo, W1 by Libby Purves

A FATHER AND A SON,  WHEN THE TIMES WERE A-CHANGING… Old army jokes get readopted by every generation. I suspect that one of the most slyly placed laughs in this ultimately charming e…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 07:12PM

VIDEO: Choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler Shows Off His Moves at Tonight's HAMILTON Lottery by Stage Tube

Tonight's performance featured Lin-Manuel rapping the score, asHAMILTON choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler demonstated the moves. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:03PM

Photo Flash: Dear Evan Hansen Celebrates Opening Night at Arena Stage

The world-premiere Pasek and Paul musical makes its official D.C. debut.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM

Music News: Kelli O'Hara and Victoria Clark to Reunite Onstage — in an Opera

The pair, who haven't been seen together since The Light in the Piazza, will join forces once again.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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News: Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre Presents LORD OF THE FLIES Casting and Full Tour Announced  by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

   Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre Presents LORD OF THE FLIES CASTING AND FULL TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED     Casting and full tour dates are announced today for Regent…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:39PM

Review: ‘The Dreamer Examines His Pillow’ Talks of Love, Lust and Lots More by Neil Genzlinger

This 90-minute intermissionless production of an early John Patrick Shanley work is really a play in three parts that centers on a young couple.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:18PM

STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON's Jon Rua Sets WEST SIDE STORY Gym Scene to 'Blurred Lines' by Stage Tube

Ah, the togetherness And the amazing dancing HAMILTON ensemble member Jon Rua choreographed a reimagined version of the famed gym scene from WEST SIDE STORY, in which the Sharks and the Jets…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:12PM

Brian d'Arcy James, Christian Borle & More Slated for This Week's Broadway in Bryant Park by BroadwayWorld

This week's line-up will include performances from the casts ofSomething Rotten Brian d'Arcy James, Christian Borle, John Cariani, Heidi Blickenstaff, Kate Reinders, Eric Giancola, Stacey To…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:12PM

Kelli O'Hara, Victoria Clark, Betsy Wolfe, Montego Glover & More Join MasterVoices' 2015-16 Season by BroadwayWorld

New York City's famed Collegiate Chorale - founded in 1941 by legendary conductor Robert Shaw - announced four strategic initiatives that position the organization for its next phase of perf…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:12PM

Review: In ‘Freight,’ a Black Man Follows the Script for Five Incarnations by Laura Collins-Hughes

In Howard L. Craft’s century-spanning play at Here, J. Alphonse Nicholson plays a minstrel, a faith healer, an F.B.I. informant, an actor and a homeless man.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:12PM

Squigs Sketches a Glittery Taye Diggs! Check Out His New Portrait of the Hedwig and the Angry Inch Star by Broadway.com

Don't you know him? He's the new Berlin wall, baby! Broadway.com Resident Artist Justin “Squigs” Robertson is no stranger to sketching transgender East German rock stars.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:12PM

Staff Picks! Broadway.com Editors Pick Their Favorite August Shows by Broadway.com

The must see August shows according the Broadway.com editors.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:12PM

Going Bridal: Backstage at It Shoulda Been You with Sierra Boggess: The Final Goodbye by Broadway.com

As It Shoulda Been You prepares to close, Sierra Boggess asked Josh Grisetti to put together one final vlog.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:12PM

Photo Flash: Puppies Audition For a Cameo in Broadway's Sylvia

Star Julie White was on hand to judge the adorable canines who may get to appear on the Great White Way.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

'Macbeth' is a winner for Houston Shakespeare Festival by Everett Evans

This year's Houston Shakespeare Festival scores big with a powerful, tautly focused "Macbeth." With forceful, straightforward direction by Jack Young, and particularly strong performances by…

SOURCE: Houston Chronicle Subscription at 06:00PM

Shakespeare's 'Merchant' a problematic play by Everett Evans

"The Merchant of Venice," Shakespeare's odd comedy with a dark streak, often is called a "problem play." It's also somewhat problematic. The Houston Shakespeare Festival's current production…

SOURCE: Houston Chronicle Subscription at 06:00PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Box Office: Ultra-Hot ‘Hamilton’ Races Up The Chart

How high can ultra-hot “Hamilton” go? To judge by last week’s box office numbers, as high as the No. 4 slot in the Broadway Top 10 — and that was only in the showR…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:59PM

MD Theatre Guide’s Rising Star: Luke Pound by April Forrer

I first met Luke Pound when he was playing Ed Carmichael in The Park School of Baltimore’s production of You Can’t Take It With You.  I noticed right away that he is very comf…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 05:59PM

The Big Broadway Quiz Thing August 7th: Preview 10 Theater Questions by New York Theater

Noah Tarnow makes a living being quizzical. The creator of The Big Quiz Thing, he is bringing his act to The New-York Historical Society for a night of Broadway trivia August 7th. Bonus go…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 05:52PM

News: Interesting title -One to check out this week @Theatre503 @VelvetTrumpet present #MoneyWomb by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

   Interesting title -One to check out this week @Theatre503 @VelvetTrumpet present #MoneyWomb This is a romance between a man and a city.’ I’m a doer, I’m a roll…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:50PM

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 8/3/2015

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 832015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:43PM

LYSISTRATA JONES Broadway Cast Set To Reunite At 54 Below, 12/6 by Pat Cerasaro

Get Greek with the LYSISTRATA JONES reunion

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:43PM

Broadway Ticket Buying Guide: August 3-9, 2015 by BroadwayWorld

Welcome to BroadwayWorld's The Broadway Ticket Buying Guide. Below, you will find weekly updates on full priced tickets, discounts, availability for the hottest productions, and locations fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:43PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Yazbeck & Megan Fairchild Dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet in ON THE TOWN! by Stage Tube

Below, watch as Tony nominee Tony Yazbeck and Megan Fairchild dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet from Act 2

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:43PM

VIDEO: New Trailer, Poster for Neil LaBute's DIRTY WEEKEND, Starring SYLVIA's Matthew Broderick by Movies News Desk

Scroll down to check out the new trailer and poster for playwright, screenwriter and director Neil LaBute's upcoming film DIRTY WEEKEND, starring stage vets Matthew Broderick and Alice Eve T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:43PM

“I Know You”: Fun Home’s “Ring of Keys” Like You’ve Never Heard (or Seen) It Before!

Playbill invited Beth Malone, Emily Skeggs, Michael Cerveris, Judy Kuhn, Sydney Lucas and the entire cast of Fun Home to perform the heart-rending anthem "Ring of Keys." Each c…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:38PM

10 Things You Never Knew About Bill Berloni, Broadway’s Top Animal Trainer by Amy Sapp

When you think animals in entertainment, there are plenty of famous examples on the big and small screens – Dorothy dancing down the Yellow Brick Road with Toto, Jeff working on the fa…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:34PM

San Jose Stage Season to Include Luis Valdez Premiere by American Theatre Editors

The slate includes a new play from the El Teatro Campesino founder, as well as a political drama, a farce, and a musical.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:32PM

Black Theater Alliance Awards announces nominations by Hedy Weiss

The nominees for the 21st Annual Black Theater Alliance/Ira Aldridge Awards have been announced. The ... The post Black Theater Alliance Awards announces nominations appeared first on Chicag…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 05:31PM

Broadway Vets Lead Cast if Christopher Shinn World Premiere at Hartford Stage by Olivia Clement

Connecticut's Hartford Stage has announced casting for the world premiere of Pulitzer finalist Christopher Shinn's newest work, An Opening in Time, set to play this fall. Leading the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:29PM

Broadway Vets Lead Cast of Christopher Shinn World Premiere at Hartford Stage by Olivia Clement

Connecticut's Hartford Stage has announced casting for the world premiere of Pulitzer finalist Christopher Shinn's newest work, An Opening in Time, set to play this fall. Leading the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:29PM

Going Bridal: Backstage at IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU with Sierra Boggess: The Final Goodbye by Broadway.com

Get tickets to IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU: http://www.broadway.com/shows/it-shoulda-been-you/ As IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU prepares to close, Sierra Boggess asked co-star Josh Grisetti to put together o…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:27PM

ArtsBeat: ‘Hedwig’ Takes a Dip With Taye Diggs in Title Role by Michael Paulson

The show has never proved as popular as it did when Neil Patrick Harris was its star.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:25PM

Review: In ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ Teenage Angst Grows Complicated by Charles Isherwood

A note found in a dead teenager’s pocket sets off unpredictable events in the sweet, sad and quite moving new musical making its premiere at Arena Stage in Washington.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:25PM

Video: The Sharks and The Jets Dance Together! Hamilton’s Jon Rua Re-Imagines the Gym Scene by Olivia Clement

Jon Rua, currently in the Broadway ensemble of Hamilton, has re-imagined the famous "Dance at the Gym" from West Side Story. Choreographed to Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:20PM

Broadway Box-Office Analysis, July 27-Aug. 2: Fish in the Dark Packs the Theatre Before Swimming Off by Robert Simonson

Playbill's new weekly feature examines the box-office trends of the past week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:15PM

Artists must think more about who their audiences might be by Gavin Stride

Lots of people say that theatre is “not for the likes of me”. So it will only be relevant and resilient if practitioners consider who they are making work for and how to reach themFor so…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:15PM

The Pasadena Playhouse…Revolutionized by TCG News

 (Collage includes photos by Melissa Kobe, Melly Lee and The Pasadena Playhouse. This post is a part of the Audience (R)Evolution grant program and blog salon.) While TCG’s grant is ca…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 05:06PM

2015 TCG National Conference Day One by Jacqueline E. Lawton

(Photo by Roger Mastronianni.) It’s Thursday morning. Day One of the National Conference, my 4th, TCG’s 25th. I scrolled through my Facebook and Twitter feeds. #CharlestonShooting was t…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 05:06PM

Amy Spanger's THIS MUST BE THE PLACE Set for Joe's Pub This Month by BroadwayWorld

Broadway gal Amy Spanger and her partner, musical whiz-kid Kris Kukul, are proud to present THIS MUST BE THE PLACE, an evening of rock, pop, music theater, country, RampB and candid storytel…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03PM

What's Playing on Broadway: August 3-9, 2015 by BroadwayWorld

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for the week of August 3-9, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03PM

Hilarious New Parody Video Promo For SOMETHING ROTTEN! Broadway Cast Recording by Pat Cerasaro

Something Rotten makes fun of the music industry with witty new parody ad

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03PM

BWW EXCLUSIVE: Alice Ripley Stars In SUGAR! Brand New Details On All-Star Soundtrack by Pat Cerasaro

Check out this brand new information on the upcoming music-themed movie SUGAR starring Tony Award winner Alice Ripley

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03PM

Alex Timbers Reflects on His STARCATCHER Days with Roger Rees by BroadwayWorld

It was just weeks ago that Broadwaymourned the loss of Roger Rees, who passed away at age 71. Alex Timbers, who collaborated with Rees on Peter and the Starcatcher, recently wrote about the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03PM

SCANDAL's Jeff Perry to Helm A STEADY RAIN at the Alliance This Fall by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has just learned that The Alliance Theatre's upcoming production of A STEADY RAIN,a contemporary crime drama by writer and producer Keith Huff Mad Men, American Crime,will be d…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03PM

Kelli O’Hara, Victoria Clark & More Featured in New Season at MasterVoices, Formerly Collegiate Chorale by Ryan McPhee

After appearing in The Metropolitan Opera’s The Merry Widow earlier this year, The King and I Tony winner Kelli O’Hara will return to her classical roots with former The Light in…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:03PM

A.R. Gurney's Love & Money Extends Off-Broadway Prior to Beginning Previews by Broadway.com

The world premiere of A.R. Gurney’s Love & Money has extended its limited run off-Broadway. The Signature Theatre production, which will begin performances on August 15, will now r…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:03PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Watch Video from Neil LaBute’s Film “Dirty Weekend,” Starring Matthew Broderick and Alice Eve by Robert Viagas and Adam Hetrick

Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick stars with Alice Eve in the forthcoming film "Dirty Weekend," written and directed by playwright Neil LaBute. The film is scheduled to open in c…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:59PM

Rio Rita by Michael Portantiere

Original London Cast, 1930 (Columbia/Pearl) One of the quintessential musicals of the 1920s, Rio Rita was also a bit of an oddity, poised as it was on the brink between musical comedy and op…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 04:50PM

Your Summer Plans Aren't Complete Without Seeing These 10 Plays & Musicals This August

Breaking down the 10 plays, concerts, and musicals you don't want to miss this August.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 04:41PM

Salvage Vanguard 2015–16 Season to Include 3 World Premieres by American Theatre Editors

The slate includes works from Jay Byrd, Adrienne Dawes, and the Mighty Mighty Pressure Cooker, tackling themes of bullying, feminism, and roads not taken.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:38PM

Florinda Bryant Named Salvage Vanguard Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

The theatre has named a local actor to lead the company alongside artistic director Jenny Larson.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:37PM

Stray Dog Theatre Announces 2015–16 Season by American Theatre Editors

A season of musicals and plays is bookended by 'Dogfight' and 'Bat Boy.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:34PM

Kelli O'Hara, Victoria Clark, Betsy Wolfe, Montego Glover & More Join MasterVoices Season by BroadwayWorld

New York, NY August 3, 2015 - New York City's famed Collegiate Chorale - founded in 1941 by legendary conductor Robert Shaw - announced four strategic initiatives that position the organizat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:34PM

Andrew Garman to Star in THE CHRISTIANS at the Taper This Winter; Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

Center Theatre Group and Playwrights Horizons have announced casting for The Christians, a new play written by Lucas Hnath A Public Reading of an Unproduced Screenplay About the Death of Wal…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:34PM

Twitter Watch: Lea Salonga - 'Look at what's across from @HamiltonMusical!' by Bww Staff

On Twitter Watch, Lea Salonga wrote 'Look at what's across from HamiltonMusical Hee hee allegiancebway

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:34PM

Michael J. Moritz, Jr. to Take 'US Broadway Coaching Tour' to 15 Cities This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Two time Tony Award nominated producer, two time Grammy Award nominated record producer and internationally acclaimed Music DirectorPianist Michael J. Moritz Jr. announces US Coaching Tour, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:34PM

Colt Coeur Announces 2015–16 Season of New Works by American Theatre Editors

In a season dedicated to developing and producing new work, the company will premiere new plays by MJ Kaufman and William Francis Hoffman.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:32PM

Onstage & Backstage: Learn All About Brian d’Arcy James’ Childhood Starring Role as a Maypole! by Seth Rudetsky

A week in the life of actor, radio and TV host, music director and writer Seth Rudetsky.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:30PM

San Antonio Film Festival: Short Films – Part One – travel film festival reviews by Kurt Gardner

A variety of entertaining and provocative short films are being screened at this year’s San Antonio Film Festival from filmmakers all over the world. So far, I’ve had the opportunity to …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 04:20PM

`Hamilton’ Juggernaut Includes A Show Before The Show As Broadway Box Office Stays Steady At $28.8M by Jeremy Gerard

In the final week of previews before its August 6 opening, Hamilton put on a couple of noteworthy side shows: The historic-comico-rapico-dramatico musicale brings $32-million in advance sal…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:17PM

REVIEW: The Woman In Black, Fortune Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo There’s nothing like a good ghost story to get the heart racing and give you a good scare. The Woman In Black has now been doing just that for twenty-eight years and it’s st…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:17PM

Broadway Grosses: Amen! An Act of God Concludes Broadway Run with Highest-Grossing Week by Ryan McPhee

Jim Parsons took on the Almighty for the final time on August 3 as An Act of God concluded its run at Studio 54. But the show had reason to celebrate before ascending to the Heaviside L…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:14PM

The Most Popular High School Plays And Musicals by Tracey Paleo

NPR: Bye Bye Birdie, Our Town and Beauty and the Beast have all spent time at the top of Dramatics’ high school theater rankings.  There’s just something about the high school s…

SOURCE: Footlights at 04:07PM

Theater News: Colin Quinn The New York Story Will Return to the Cherry Lane

Jerry Seinfeld directs the new solo show.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Special Reports: SPACE on Ryder Farm Serves Up a New Kind of Artist Residency With a Side of Fresh Brioche

New York's up-and-coming playwrights are flocking to the country where art and food are both done family-style.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: A.R. Gurney's Love and Money Extends at Signature Theatre

The world-premiere play will begin performances later this month.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

TV News: Date Announced for Live From Lincoln Center Broadcast of Vanessa Williams-Led Show Boat

Act One starring Tony Shalhoub will also be presented this fall.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Just sign the autographs, Benedict! by Michael Simkins

The stage door can be occasionally perilous for actors - but the fans waiting there aren't asking for that much

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 03:57PM

Tituss Burgess Set For NYC Master Classes, 8/12 & 8/13 by Pat Cerasaro

A breakout TV star is set for master classes this month

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:55PM

Carla Gugino Replaces Christina Hendricks in Cameron Crowe's Showtime Pilot ROADIES by TV News Desk

According to Deadline, Carla Gugino has officially signed on to replace five-time Emmy Award nominee Christina Hendricks in Showtime's pilot ROADIES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:55PM

Managing: Getting Into, and Out of, the Way

By Phil Weaver-Stoesz. In this installment of his series on positive practices and principles for theatremakers, Phil Weaver-Stoesz discusses how directors can sometimes be the most effectiv…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 03:50PM

Broadway Grosses: July 27 - Aug. 2 by Andrew Ku

All data provided by The Broadway League View Broadway Grosses in a sortable table or view by show at the Playbill Vault  

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:49PM

Exclusive! Gorgeous Backstage Portraits of Kate Rockwell, Nicholas Rodriguez, Rob McClure in Muny’s by Matthew Blank

The Muny production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast plays the St. Louis venue July 29-Aug. 7. You will love these stunning, candid portraits of the cast backstage!

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:47PM

Exclusive! Stunning Backstage Portraits of Kate Rockwell, Nicholas Rodriguez, Rob McClure in Muny’s by Matthew Blank

The Muny production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast plays the St. Louis venue July 29-Aug. 7. You will love these stunning, candid portraits of the cast backstage!

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:47PM

Rattlestick 2015–16 Season to Feature 2 World Premieres by American Theatre Editors

Next season at the theatre will include new plays by Michael Laurence, William Francis Hoffman, and Martyna Majok.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:44PM

On the Purity of Voices: The Difference Between Sound and Noise by Steven Leigh Morris

by STEVEN LEIGH MORRIS been rifling through my late mother’s house lately, preparing it for sale in accordance with her will. I’m one of two successor trustees. My sister is the othe…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 03:44PM

Got $2,500? New Online Investment Platform Will Let Theatre Fans Invest in Broadway Shows by Andrew Gans

Theatre fans with a minimum of $2,500 can invest in both Broadway and touring productions thanks to Standing Room Capital, a private online membership platform that has been launched in part…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:41PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 8/3 by BroadwayWorld

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS, part of our new Industry Insights section that will feature insider industry information, commentary and insights Read on f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:34PM

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 8/2/15 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 822015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:34PM

BWW CD Reviews: Broadway Records and Yellow Sound Label's THE VISIT (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is Devastatingly Beautiful by David Clarke

Earlier in 2015, the final musical from legendary musical creative team John Kander and Fred Ebb opened at the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway. THE VISIT captivated audiences despite its brief ru…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:34PM

Colin Quinn's THE NEW YORK STORY Will Returnto Cherry Lane Theatre This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Due to great reviews and a sold out run,Colin Quinn The New York Storythe new comedy written by and starringColin Quinn,based on his bookThe Coloring BookGrand Central Publishing and directe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:33PM

Video: New Amazon Series That Uses Creepy Version of Sound of Music Song as Its Theme, Sets Nov. 20 by Robert Viagas

Nov. 20 has been set as the premiere date for Amazon's new video adaptation of Philip K. Dick's novel "The Man in the High Castle," which uses a creepy version of the Sound…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:33PM

Photos! The Cast of Fun Home Hosts a Special Actors Fund Benefit Performance by Broadway.com

The Tony-winning musical Fun Home hosted a special performance to benefit the Actors Fund on August 2, 2015 at Circle in the Square Theatre. Click for photos!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:20PM

Colin Quinn: The New York Story, Directed by Jerry Seinfeld, Will Return Off-Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Standup comedian and Saturday Night Live alum Colin Quinn's solo show Colin Quinn: The New York Story, will return to the Cherry Lane Theatre this fall. Directed by comedy icon Jerry Sei…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:20PM

Exclusive! Audra McDonald & Will Swenson on Sharing the Stage Once Again in Williamstown's A Moon for the Misbegotten by Ryan McPhee

Broadway power couple Audra McDonald and Will Swenson met during the 2007 revival of 110 in the Shade. Eight years, a wedding, two Tonys and several starring roles later, the couple shares t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:20PM

Will Tony Winner Brian Stokes Mitchell Reunite with Audra McDonald in Shuffle Along... on Broadway? by Broadway.com

It appears that Brian Stokes Mitchell will shuffle back to Broadway this season. The Tony winner reports on his website that he will appear in Shuffle Along, Or, The Making of the Musical Se…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:20PM

Odds & Ends: Valerie Harper Explains Collapse, Amazon Ties Up Michael Fassbender's Macbeth & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today and over the weekend. Valerie Harper Explains Collapse Valerie Harper, who collapsed backstage on July 29, has some good new…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:20PM

code name: Cynthia, a new spy musical from Pallas Theatre Collective (review) by Jennifer Clements

Our city has a long history of conflating people with their chosen profession. Of course, being Washington, there are large subsets of our residents who can’t disclose what they do for a l…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 03:20PM

Regional Theater Review: ‘Baskerville,’ Ken Ludwig’s Sherlock Tale

Playwright Ken Ludwig’s work thrives at regional theaters coast to coast, despite only intermittent New York appearances since 1989’s “Lend Me a Tenor” and his 1992 book for “Crazy…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:15PM

Weekly Grosses Analysis - 8/3

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS, part of our new Industry Insights section that will feature insider industry information, commentary and insights! Rea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:14PM

2015 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Institute Report Out by Jacqueline E. Lawton

(Photo by Roger Mastronianni.) Arrival in Cleveland: Go Cavs! #BlackLivesMatter I arrived in Cleveland on Tuesday. The city was at a fever pitch as the Cavaliers geared up for Game 5 of the…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 03:04PM

Will Jr. Version of Children of Eden, Adapted by a Student, Move Forward? Stephen Schwartz Weighs In by Michael Gioia

A condensed "Jr." production of Children of Eden, Stephen Schwartz's epic musical based on the Book of Genesis, premiered last month in New Jersey, and Schwartz attended the sh…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Check Out the Enchanting First Shots from New Into the Woods, Starring Jessica Grov as The Witch by Matthew Blank

The Encore Theatre's upcoming production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine Tony-winning Into the Woods will play the Michigan venue Aug. 6-30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Alec Baldwin & Ex NYC Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro Ride Next Wave At Hamptons Film Fest Board by Jeremy Gerard

Alec Baldwin and Randy Mastro have been elected as co-chairmen of the Hamptons International Film Festival board of directors, taking over after the 23rd annual event ends on October 12. Stu…

SOURCE: Deadline at 03:00PM

Alec Baldwin Elected Co-Chairman of Hamptons International Film Festival

The Hamptons International Film Festival has elected Alec Baldwin and attorney Randy Mastro as co-chairmen, the festival announced Monday. The two will start their term after this year’…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:00PM

Theater News: Brian Stokes Mitchell Likely to Join Audra McDonald in Shuffle Along on Broadway

The original stars of Ragtime could be seen on stage together again in a new musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Cabaret News: Broadway's Amy Spanger Is Taking her Solo Show to Joe's Pub

The singer is returning to Chicago on Broadway this week.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Laura Braza and Ted Caine On Reviving John Patrick Shanley’s Comedy of Anguish “the dreamer examines his pillow” by Stephanie Rodriguez

One of theater’s greatest gifts is that it can externalize the internal, connecting people by articulating emotions that are impossible to convey in ordinary life with ordinary language. J…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:58PM

Tickets Now on Sale for ‘Queen of the Night’ by NewYork.com

Tickets are now available for the immersive theater experience Queen of the Night. Part interactive theater, part dinner show, Queen of the Night is an experience like no other. Acrobats ha…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:54PM

Chita Rivera Reveals THE VISIT Is Heading to Beijing, Singapore & More! by BroadwayWorld

Kander and Ebb's Tony-nominated musical THE VISIT might have closed on Broadway earlier this summer, but according to leading lady Chita Rivera, the show will have another life overseas. She…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

Birdland Jazz Club Forms New Artist Management Company by BroadwayWorld

Birdland Jazz Club has announced the formation of AB Artists, Artist Management and Booking. The new venture will operate out of Birdland's offices at 315 West 44th Street in NYC and will pr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

BREAKING: Brian Stokes Mitchell May Reunite with Audra McDonald in Broadway's SHUFFLE ALONG by BroadwayWorld

To date, no further casting has been announced, however, Broadway's Brian Stokes Mitchell has included a listing for the SHUFFLE ALONG preview date of March 14, 2016 on the schedule of his p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

Listen Now! Exclusive Track from Donna McKechnie’s New CD by Robert Viagas

Donna McKechnie, the Tony-winning triple threat who recently stood by for Chita Rivera in the Tony-nominated musical The Visit, will release her latest CD, "Same Place, Another …

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:45PM

Casting Announced for Porchlight’s Side Show, First Post-Broadway Staging of Revised Version by Andrew Gans

Chicago's Porchlight Music Theatre will present the first post-Broadway production of the revised version of Side Show, which played 20 previews and 56 regular performances during t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:45PM

Casting Announced for Chicago’s Tempest, Featuring Magic from Teller and Music by Tom Waits by Olivia Clement

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced full casting for its upcoming production of The Tempest, with Larry Yando in the lead role of the sorcerer, Prospero. The production is directed by …

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:37PM

Dusk Dances adds challenging, evening-only work by Michael Crabb

Tedd Robinson’s Disconcertante to be seen only after more family oriented performances finish.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 02:29PM

ACTING ALONE: Outstanding Solo Performances of 2015 by Innovative Theatre Foundation

Contributed by Conor O'Brien Renowned American playwright Thorton Wilder is quoted as saying, "I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a …

SOURCE: The New York Innovative Theatre Foundation at 02:26PM

VIDEO: Watch 280 Iconic Movie Characters Perform 'Uptown Funk' Mashup! by Movies News Desk

Below, watch 280 iconic movie characters sing Mark Ronson's 'Uptown Funk', featuring Bruno Mars

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

BWW TV: Christopher Ashley, Nikki M. James & Pamela Shaw Talk LUCKY STIFF! by BroadwayWorld TV

With a screenplay by Ahrens, and directed byChristopher Ashley, the new movie version of theLynn AhrensandStephen Flahertymusical LUCKY STIFF is now in theaters and On Demand.This hysterical…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

SOMETHING NEW Season Finale Concert Now on iTunes by BroadwayWorld

The season finale concert of award-winning writer Joel B. New's 'Something New' podcast is now available on iTunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

Meet the Leading Lady of FUNNY GIRL's London Revival - Sheridan Smith! by BroadwayWorld

In celebration of the big news, BroadwayWorld brings you a look back at some of Smith's best-known performances below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

Standing Room Capital Launches New Broadway Investing Platform by BroadwayWorld

Standing Room Capital, a private online membership platform allowing individuals to invest as little as 2,500 in theatrical productions, has officially launched in partnership with SEC-regis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

Exit Review – “No Homo” – Los Angeles theater review by Pauline Adamek

Dear #LAThtr fans! Pauline Adamek from ArtsBeatLA.com presents Exit Reviews, a series of ‘vlogs’ or video reviews. Here’s the newest Exit Review for the play No Homo, which opened Satu…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:21PM

'The Brandenburg Beckett': last living link with German theatre's golden age by Philip Oltermann

He has been called ‘the German Orson Welles’ and carries the torch of political theatre lit by Bertolt Brecht. As Edinburgh prepares to stage Man to Man, his play about a woman forced to…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:07PM

The Verdict: Book of Mormon in Its Salt Lake City Premiere by Robert Viagas

The national touring company of The Book of Mormon opened its first official engagement in the state of Utah July 28. The show pokes fun at the Mormon religion, which is headquartered in Sal…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Watch Natalie Weiss Riff Through Les Miz in Under 6 Minutes (Video) by Joe Gambino

Natalie Weiss, actress, singer, teacher and riffer extraordinaire, brought her big voice to the Highline Ballroom July 13. Watch videos of her performance below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:01PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Cumberbatch fans swot up on Shakespeare and etiquette ahead of Hamlet by Hannah Furness

Fans of Benedict Cumberbatch are swotting up on theatre etiquette, Shakespeare and TfL ahead of the Barbican's Hamlet

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 01:59PM

Lady Gaga Confirms Fifth Album in the Works! by BroadwayWorld

With the tour behind her, the pop star turned to Instagram to reveal that she is working on her fifth album.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:50PM

STAGE TUBE: Top 10 Times Betty Buckley Changed Your Life Through Performance by BroadwayWorld

Betty Buckley's illustrious career spans every genre of the entertainment industry. Her skill and talent is like no other and still to this day she is bringing audiences to their feet starri…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:50PM

Stars Come Out to Sing the Phrases of Songwriters Will Van Dyke & Jeff Talbott on EP and in Concert by Kenneth Jones

New theatre-pop songwriting team of Will Van Dyke & Jeff Talbott (2015 NAMT Festival of New Musicals) will release an album followed by a 54 Below concert. Billy Porter, Kate Baldwin, Jonath…

SOURCE: By Kenneth Jones at 01:47PM

Japan Society Announces Eclectic 2015–16 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season includes new plays, workshops, lectures, and cultural events in conjunction with traditional Japanese performances.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:43PM

Spotlight On...Jay Malsky by Michael Block

Name: Jay MalskyHometown: Bellport, NYEducation: SUNY FredoniaFavorite Credits: My Monday night House Team (Champagne Empire) at The People’s Improv TheaterWhy theater?: Performing has alw…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:28PM

Further production unrest for Dusty at Charing Cross Theatre by Matthew Hemley

Dusty has been hit with further complaints by cast and crew involved in the musical, with nine performers leaving the production by

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

Julie’s Bicycle publishes guide to greener theatres by David Hutchison

A guide has been published that aims to help theatres and arts buildings become more environmentally friendly, including ways to manage water

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

New open-air performance space for Newcastle park by Georgia Snow

A new outdoor performance space in Newcastle has been given the green light as part of Live Theatre’s £10 million development plans.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

Tom McGowan joins West End cast of Wicked by David Hutchison

Tom McGowan is to join the West End cast of Wicked in September. The actor has previously starred as The Wizard on

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

Richard O’Brien: ‘Easy’ jukebox musicals may threaten genre by Georgia Snow

Rocky Horror Show writer Richard O’Brien has criticised jukebox musicals for being too “easy”, warning that the musical as a genre may

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

Loserville team’s new musical features as part of From Page to Stage season by Matthew Hemley

A musical version of E Nesbit’s Five Children and It and a new show from the writers of Loserville feature in the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

Strong winds delay Edinburgh Circus Hub opening by Georgia Snow

Edinburgh Fringe’s first dedicated circus venue has been forced to delay the opening of its larger auditorium due to bad weather. Underbelly’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:28PM

Fassbender/Cotillard-Led MACBETH to Stream on Amazon Following Theatrical Release by Movies News Desk

The Michael Fassbender-Marion Cotillard led film MACBETHwill stream exclusively on Amazon following its December release in theaters.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:28PM

'Almost impossible' to make Oklahoma! now, Andrew Lloyd Webber says by Hannah Furness

Andrew Lloyd Webber, the composer, says it is becoming difficult to adapt musicals on-the-go thanks to commercial pressures

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 01:24PM

Old City Fringe: PAC Presents The Captive by Brendan

“It’s a story about people who desperately need to love and be loved, and yet seem incapable of being honest and present for each other.” Ladies and gentlemen, the creators of …

SOURCE: fringearts.com at 01:19PM

Theatre News: Video: Carrie Hope Fletcher and Rachelle Ann Go perform at 'Les Mis v Phantom'

Some of the West End's biggest stars performed at the event to raise money for charity

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:18PM

BoHo announces 2016 season

BoHo Theatre has announced its upcoming 2016 season presenting musicals and plays on Chicago's North Side.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:18PM

VALE: Cilla Black 1943 – 2015 by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo BritishTheatre.com was saddened to hear of the passing of iconic British performer Cilla Black over the weekend. Rather than put our feelings into words we felt that a tribute f…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 01:14PM

Stars Come Out to Sing the Phrases of Songwriters Will Van Dyke & Jeff Talbott on EP and in Concert by Admin

Broadway stars Kate Baldwin, Jonathan Groff and Billy Porter are among performers giving voice to the pop and theatre songs of the new songwriting team of Will Van Dyke and Jeff Talbott on a…

SOURCE: By Kenneth Jones at 01:13PM

Chita Rivera tells young performers to lose the lip-syncing by Lynn Elber

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) -- Musical theater great Chita Rivera has friendly advice for young stars who are unable to dance and sing at the same time: Learn how....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:11PM

Photos! Jennifer Lopez, Krysta Rodriguez, Steven Pasquale & More Stars Get a Hamilton History Lesson by Broadway.com

Celebrities are flocking to Broadway’s Hamilton! Click for photos of Jennifer Lopez, Krysta Rodriguez, Donna Murphy, Steven Pasquale, Larry Wilmore, Peter Scolari, Karen Olivo, Russell…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:02PM

Tickets Now Available to See Bruce Willis & Laurie Metcalf in Stephen King's Misery on Broadway by Broadway.com

Hide the sledgehammer...! Tickets are now on sale to see Bruce Willis make his Broadway debut this Fall. He will star opposite three-time Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Laurie Me…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:02PM

Weinstein Co.’s ‘Macbeth’ Gets Exclusive Amazon Deal by Marianne Zumberge

The Michael Fassbender-Marion Cotillard starrer “Macbeth” will stream exclusively on Amazon soon after its December theatrical release. The Weinstein Co. has not set the exact r…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:02PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at noon (Broadway Time)
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My comedy space odyssey: finding the right sized room for standup by Tom Allen

A huge, brightly lit stage? It feels like a cell. A mic propped right in front of the audience? You can see if they’re not smilingIn an age when a generation experiences TV series on a lap…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:54PM

RUTHLESS! Set for NEW YORK LIVE Tomorrow by BroadwayWorld

NBC's popular daily lifetime show "New York Live" will feature RUTHLESS! The Musical tomorrow (Tuesday) between 12:30 & 1 PM on Channel 4. RUTHLESS! opened Off-Broadway July 13th to unanimou…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:41PM

Fuse Dance Review: Jessica Lang Dance’s “The Wanderer” — Beware the Brook by Arts Fuse Editor

Perhaps there's no way to reproduce the subtlety of this work in the theater today. Our stages are so materialistic, so technological. .

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:39PM

Son House Is in the House for Geva Theatre Center ‘Revival’ by American Theatre Editors

A blues legend who lived in Rochester, N.Y., for 20 of his quieter years is the subject of a citywide celebration and a new play by Keith Glover.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:38PM

Watch the In the Heights Reunion (and Performance!) That Happened Before Hamilton (Video) by Joe Gambino

The cast of Hamilton welcomed Tony Award winner Karen Olivo, who performed at the #Ham4Ham lottery Aug. 1. Watch her rendition of "96,000" from In the Heights below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:34PM

There Are Plenty Of Reasons I Don’t Need The Theatre. And One Reason I Do That Trumps Them All by Douglas McLennan

“I am a reporter on The One Show on BBC One, where we get audiences of up to six million. At Edinburgh, the space I play seats 350 people. I am 67, I have six grandchildren, I have bee…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:31PM

Magic Time!: A Love Letter to ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ by John Stoltenberg

Dear Dear Evan Hansen, I know it might sound odd, but this is a love letter to a musical. I saw you for the first time in my life last night, and I knew right away I had to write you to tell…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:28PM

VIDEO: BEAUTIFUL's Chilina Kennedy Previews Tonight's Free Central Park Concert by TV News Desk

Broadway star Chilina Kennedy stopped by News 4 New York over the weekend to talk about her role in the musical, BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:27PM

STAGE TUBE: Beach Haven's Surflight Theatre Goes Up for Auction by Stage Tube

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Surflight Theatre has officially drawn its curtain for the last time.The Beach Haven theatre, after 65 years,filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:27PM

Poll: Do jukebox shows spell the end for musical theatre? by The Stage

Rocky Horror Show writer Richard O’Brien has criticised jukebox musicals for being too “easy”, warning that the musical as a genre may

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:27PM

Dream Cast: Full House the Musical by Spotted Staff

More than anything, when I see something I think could or should be a show, I love to speculate about who would play what roles. I love the way casting works and I love sticking my favorite,…

SOURCE: BroadwaySpotted at 12:05PM

New 42ND STREET National Tour to Launch Next Month; Stops & Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

TROIKA Entertainment, LLC has announced that the national tour of the quintessential backstage musical comedy classic 42nd STREET will launch on September 22, 2015 at the Capitol Theatre in …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

VIDEO: Broad City's Abbi Jacobson Takes On Jennifer Hudson's DREAMGIRLS on 'Lip Sync Battle' by TV News Desk

Below, watch a sneak peek of acobson's incredible performance of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' by Jennifer Hudson from the 'Dreamgirls' Soundtrack.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Illustrates- KINKY BOOTS by Ken Fallin

BroadwayWorld recently announced a new partnership with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Falli…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

VIDEO: Watch 'Wicked' Kristin Chenoweth Croon Original Andrew Lippa Tune on Disney's DESCENDANTS by TV News Desk

Below, check out video from the film featuring Broadway's Kristin Chenoweth singing the 'wicked' original Andrew Lipps tune 'Evil Like Me'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Photo Flash: Brian Craft, Hannah Beatt & More in SRQ SINGS FOR THE TREVOR PROJECT by BroadwayWorld

Beneva Fruitville, Brian Craft, Hannah Beatt and more raised their voices forThe Trevor ProjectatThe Starlite Room, SRQAugust 1st, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

STAGE TUBE: Michael Cerveris, John Carinani & More Strip Down with The Skivvies! by Stage Tube

The Skivviesare back in actionLauren MolinaandNick Cearley, award-winning NYC actormusicians doing stripped down versions of eclectic covers and comedic, genre-hopping mashups. Not only are …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Oliver! The Musical from Adventure Theatre MTC (review) by Debbie Jackson

Oliver! The Musical is an ambitious undertaking blending top young talent with seasoned professionals on a prestigious stage, and man does it pop and zing!   Director Joseph Ritsch brings …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:01PM

Production Availability at Corn Productions by Bt

Corn Productions, or the Cornservatory, is located at 4210 N. Lincoln avenue and has availability for the entire month of November and February and March for a full production rental. Corn i…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:01PM

Review: Delirium's Daughters

Nicholas Korn pens a light summer romp for lovers of commedia dell'arte.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Dick Cavett to Host Broadway in the Berkshires Tonight

The Shakespeare & Company benefit concert will feature Broadway talent.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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PEZ, The Animated Candy, Will Spin Out PEZ, The Animated Movie by Jeremy Gerard

Just imagine the theme-park ride. Envision Media Arts (EMA) has entered an exclusive agreement with PEZ Candy, Inc. to develop an animated feature based on the spring-loaded lozenge dispense…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:56AM

Any Dream Will Do! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 50th Anniversary Production In The Works by Broadway.com

Sha la la Joseph you're doing fine! You and your dreamcoat ahead of your time! Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that he is in negotiations with a London theater about a 50th anniversary …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

Watch Kristin Chenoweth Embrace Her Dark Side (and Fly!) as Maleficent in Andrew Lippa Tune from Descendants by Ryan McPhee

Don’t you wanna be evil like Cheno? Tony and Emmy winner Kristin Chenoweth embraced her dark side as Maleficent in Descendants, the Disney Channel original movie that premiered on July…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

Hello, Gorgeous! Dates Set for London Return of Funny Girl, Starring Olivier Winner Sheridan Smith by Ryan McPhee

She’s officially the pip with pizzazz! Dates are now set for the Menier Chocolate Factory revival of Funny Girl, starring two-time Olivier winner Sheridan Smith. The musical, whic…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

The Darkly Comic Hamlet in Bed to Kick Off New Rattlestick Season by Olivia Clement

Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced its 2015-16 season, including new plays by Michael Laurence, Martyna Majok and William Francis Hoffman. Kicking off the new slate Off-Br…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM

NEWS: Iconic East-London venue reopens after multi-million pound refurbishment by James Lillywhite

An iconic East London venue has reopened, after a multi-million pound refurbishment. The Hoxton Hall has reopened after the £2M work, which increased the venue’s capacity and technical ca…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 11:39AM

Photos: First look at Oliver! at the Watermill Theatre

Luke Sheppard's production of Lionel Bart's musical opened last week

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:13AM

Onstage this Week: Aug. 3–9 by American Theatre Editors

Musicals both old and new take the forefront this week from Seattle to Wellfleet.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:12AM

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with On the Town Funny Lady Allison Guinn

We're getting to know Allison Guinn, who cracks audiences up as Lucy Schmeeler in On the Town.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:12AM

You're only 40 once: Joel Hall Dancers celebrate with 'Anja' by Laura Molzahn

"It's our 40th anniversary," crows Joel Hall, "and that happens only once in my life. I am thrilled to still be able to do this after 40 years."

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:12AM

Photo Flash: Oscar Winner Eddie Redmayne Featured in All-New Posters for THE DANISH GIRL by Movies News Desk

Entertainment Weekly has exclusively shared three new posters of Oscar-winner Eddie Redmayne in Tom Hooper's THE DANISH GIRL

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:09AM

Photo Flash: FIRST LOOK: Betty Buckley and Rachel York as the Beales in Bay Street's Grey Gardens

Check out the theater veterans as Big Edie and Little Edie in Michael Wilson's Sag Harbor production of the acclaimed musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Video Flash: New Documentary Series Will Chronicle George Takei and Allegiance's Journey to Broadway

Takei stars in the musical that is based on his childhood experiences.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Announces 2015-16 Lineup

Two world premieres join the theater's 21st season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Cabaret News: Pippin and Chicago Star Carly Hughes to Perform New Solo Show

Hughes is set to return to Broadway's Chicago this month.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Sound + Vision by Barry

Film Society Hosts Sound + Vision, Salma Hayek, Richard Lester Series, and 25th Anniversary Screening of Metropolitan                       By: Ellis NassourThe Third Ed…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:56AM

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ radiates charm and wit, and that’s no lie by Peter Marks

If your upcoming vacation plans allow you any flexibility, then by any means possible add “Dear Evan Hansen” to your itinerary. The heart-piercingly lovely new musical, receiving its wor…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:50AM

VIDEO: Meryl Streep Talks Working with Daughter Mamie Gummer in RICKI AND THE FLASH by TV News Desk

Meryl Streep, who has 19 Academy Award nominations and three Oscar wins to her credit, stars opposite her real-life daughter Mamie Gummer in the new rock 'n' roll film 'Ricki and the Flash'.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

Photo Flash: First Look at Betty Buckley, Rachel York & More in Bay Street Theater's GREY GARDENS by BroadwayWorld

Bay Street Theater presentsTony Award winner Betty Buckley and Drama Desk Award winner Rachel York as Big Edie and Little Edie Bouvier Beale in GREY GARDENS, the musical, beginning tomorrow,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

ALLEGIANCE Launches Docuseries 'Trek To Broadway' on Facebook; Watch First Episode! by BroadwayWorld

Lorenzo Thione and Andrew Treagus, producers of the upcoming Broadway musical Allegiance starring Lea Salonga and George Takei, release their new docuseries Allegiance Trek to Broadwa todayy…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

BILLY ELLIOT, ACT ONE, Chita Rivera & More Set for PBS This Fall! by TV News Desk

PBS President Paula Kerger announced at the Television Critics Association Press Tour the full lineup and airdates of PBS' annual arts programming showcase.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

Tickets Now On Sale to See George Takei, Lea Salonga & Telly Leung in Allegiance on Broadway by Broadway.com

Tickets are now available to see George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung in Allegiance on Broadway. The production will begin performances on October 6 at the Longacre Theatre, with openin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:48AM

Livestreaming Sarah Cameron Sunde's 36.5 / a durational performance with the sea—Mon, August 10, 2015 by [email protected] (karina)

By HowlRound TV. Tune in to Sarah Cameron Sunde's 12-13 hour performance on August 10, live from the Netherlands.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:47AM

Grounded In Reality by Danielle Ward

(This post is a part of series highlighting the work of recipients of TCG’s Blue Star Theatres grant program. California Shakespeare Theater is the grant recipient of the following Blue S…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 10:44AM

See Betty Buckley Rachel York and Howard McGillin Inhabit Bay Street’s Grey Gardens! by Matthew Blank

Bay Street Theater's upcoming production of the award-winning musical Grey Gardens begins Aug. 4

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM

'Mary Poppins' headlines Cleveland theater openings for the week of Aug. 3: On the Boards by Andrea Simakis

Catch Mary Poppins, Tracy Turnblad, Julius Caesar, Jesus of Suburbia and the free-love lovin' tribe on stage this week.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 10:37AM

Josh Gad Shares Photo from Set of Live-Action Beauty and the Beast by Andrew Gans

Josh Gad, a Tony nominee for his performance in the Tony-winning The Book of Mormon, has shared a photo from the set of the live-action film version of Disney's Beauty and the Be…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM

Casting Announced for National Tour of 42nd Street by Andrew Gans

Complete casting has been announced for TROIKA Entertainment, LLC's non-Equity North American tour of the Tony-winning backstage musical comedy 42nd Street, which will launch Se…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

New U.K. Production of Sister Act to Play National Tour by Mark Shenton

An all-new production of Sister Act, based on the 1992 film of the same name and originally seen in the West End in 2009 and on Broadway in 2011, is to be launched at the U.K.'s Curv…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

Features: 16 shows that should be on your radar in August

We take a look at some of the openings around the UK this month

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:19AM

Ryan Herdlicka, Brandon O'Neill & More Star in PIRATES OF PENZANCE at the Ordway by BroadwayWorld

The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present The Pirates of Penzance, Aug. 4-16. Tickets for the Ordway produced musical comedy range from 36-110 and can be purchased online at www…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:19AM

Michael Mayer to Helm West End Revival of FUNNY GIRL, Starring Sheridan Smith by BroadwayWorld

The Menier Chocolate Factory today announces that award-winning actress Sheridan Smith returns to the theatre to play Fanny Brice in a major new revival of Funny Girl.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:19AM

Watch First Episode of Docuseries “Trek to Broadway,” with Allegiance Stars George Takei and Lea Sal by Robert Viagas

The forthcoming new Broadway musical Allegiance, which will star Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, "Star Trek" veteran George Takei and "Glee" star Telly Leung, will chronic…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:15AM

Donna McKechnie Will Perform from and Sign Copies of New CD at NYC Barnes & Noble by Andrew Gans

Donna McKechnie, the Tony-winning triple threat who recently stood by for Chita Rivera in the Tony-nominated musical The Visit, will celebrate her newest solo recording with a perfor…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:13AM

Highlights From Cult Classic [title of show] in Chicago

Chicago's Brown Paper Box Co. presents [title of show], with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and a book by Hunter Bell. The show documents the experience of struggling writers Jeff and Hu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Learn How to “Sleep Out” Alongside Audra McDonald and Broadway’s Best for Homeless Youth by Michael Gioia

Broadway stars will hit the streets Aug. 17 for the annual Sleep Out: Broadway Edition that raises money for Covenant House and awareness of homeless youth in the city.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

The Verdict: Read Reviews Of Spamalot At The Hollywood Bowl by Playbill Staff

The Hollywood Bowl's production of Monty Python's Spamalot, the parody of the Arthurian Legend that won the Tony for Best Musical in 2005, was presented July 31-Aug. 2 in Los Ang…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08AM

Sheridan Smith To Star in Funny Girl At Menier by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo It was announced today that a major new revival of Funny Girl will be presented at the Menier Chocolate Factory starring Sheridan Smith as Fanny Brice. The show will be presente…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:00AM

NEWS: Nine shows announced for third From Page to Stage season of new musicals by Press Releases

Aria Entertainment today announces the full programme of work for the third annual From Page To Stage season of new musicals. Tickets are now on sale ranging from £12.00 to £18.00. Nine sh…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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GRACE NOTES: Monday, August 3, 2015 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:56AM

The Lost Plays of H. Edward Sherman by Howard Sherman

Last weekend, I shared a story and wrote a blog post about Dylan Lawrence, a 13-year-old in Lincoln, Nebraska who staged what appeared to be a fairly impressive production of Shrek The Music…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 09:50AM

Check Out Who Will Be Singin’ in the Rain with Adam Garcia by Andrew Gans

The full Australian cast of the hit West End stage production Singin' in the Rain has been announced.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM

Obituary: Cilla Black by Michael Quinn

Few British performers have straddled the worlds of pop music, prime-time television and pantomime with such unaffected, easy-going aplomb as Cilla Black.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:46AM

Lloyd Webber plans 50-year Joseph comeback by Georgia Snow

Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed plans for a new London production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, celebrating 50 years of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:46AM

Sheridan Smith to star in Funny Girl by Georgia Snow

Sheridan Smith has been confirmed to star in Funny Girl at the Menier Chocolate Factory later this year. Smith will play Fanny

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:46AM

Online venue database Gobo to be launched by Georgia Snow

A new online service is designed to ‘matchmake’ theatremakers with venues across the country. Gobo, which launches in September, will be a

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:46AM

VIDEO: First Look - Robert DeNiro & Anne Hathaway Star in Dramatic Comedy THE INTERN by Movies News Desk

From writer and director Nancy Meyers, Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway star in THE INTERN, in theaters September 25, 2015. Check out the trailer below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:35AM

WAKE UP with BWW 8/3/2015 - BEAUTIFUL at SummerStage! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news The full cast of Broadway's BEAUTIFUL …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:35AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 8/3/15- A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC by Stage Tube

Today in 1974, A Little Night Music closed at the Shubert Theatre, where it ran for 601 performances. A Little Night Music is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:35AM

Theatre News: Confirmed: Sheridan Smith to star in Funny Girl at Menier Chocolate Factory

The Legally Blonde star will begin previews in November

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:03AM

Theatre News: Full cast announced for UK tour of Lord of the Flies

Timothy Sheader's production will run at the Open Air Theatre before embarking on a UK tour

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:03AM

VIDEO: Lady Gaga Wraps 'Cheek to Cheek' Tour with Special Birthday Surprise for Tony Bennett by BroadwayWorld

Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett's World 'Cheek to Cheek' tour wrapped up on Saturday night, but not without a special surprise from Gaga for her 89-year-old partner in crime.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:03AM

Terry Sweeney, the First Open Gay on Network TV, Dishes for Days by Jerry Portwood

Michael MustosnlMichael MustoWay before TV became a same-sex playground, Terry Sweeney paved the way by being an openly gay Saturday Night Live cast member in 1985, wearing dresses on camera…

SOURCE: Out at 09:00AM

Meet the women changing the face of magic by Nick Smurthwaite

For the first time in the competition’s 50-year history, the Young Magician of the Year is a female performer this year. The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Review: The Two Gentlemen of Verona/Oak Park Festival Theatre by Zach Freeman

What better way to pass the dog days than with Shakespeare’s canine comedy? This early, patchy and problematic work – whose dramatic summit is the appearance of Crab, the melancholic mut…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 08:45AM

Theater review: Joke wears thin in B Street’s ‘Best Brothers’

Two-man comedy is type audiences loveDirector Buck Busfield efficiently paces the comedyBrothers’ ‘problems’ seem too trivial to carry the story … Click to Continue »

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 08:45AM

Cumberbatch to shuffle off from Hamlet – without signing autographs by Ben Beaumont-Thomas

Staff at the Barbican theatre have been instructed not to receive gifts on behalf of the actor, who will not sign autographs at the stage door following his performances as HamletBenedict Cu…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:25AM

Edinburgh festival 2015: you can't fail with these shows by Lyn Gardner

There are more than 3,000 shows at this year’s festival. How can you know which ones are worth your time and money? We’ve already checked these little beauties out, and every one of them…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:25AM

Operation Crucible review – war history evoked with horror and humanity by Michael Billington

Finborough, LondonFirst-time playwright Kieran Knowles captures the terror of the Sheffield blitz in the experiences of four trapped steelworkersOn 12 December 1940, more than 600 people die…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:25AM

Billy Porter to Leave KINKY BOOTS for New Original Broadway Show in 2016? by BroadwayWorld

Porter reveals that with his KINKY BOOTS contract up in January, and he won't be playing Lola indefinitely.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

Photo Flash: First Look at Jessica Grove and More in Encore Theatre's INTO THE WOODS by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld brings you a first look atThe Encore Theatre's fairytale musical 'Into the Woods' Preview night is Thursday, August 6th. Check out a first look below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

BWW Blog: Eric Jackson of Transcendence Theatre's 'Broadway Under the Stars - 'I Want to Believe That I Can Achieve What I Dream' by BroadwayWorld

Two mainstage shows gone. Even with weeks of fully well lived days, if I blink my eye then the summer will be completely over. This really occurred to me this past weekend when the curtain c…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

Cast of Broadway's BEAUTIFUL Performs Tonight at 2015 SummerStage Festival by BroadwayWorld

The full cast of Beautiful-The Carole King Musical, the smash hit musical about the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singersongwriter, will perform in City Parks Fou…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

Michael Mayer to Direct Sheridan Smith in London Production of Funny Girl by Mark Shenton

The 1964 Broadway musical Funny Girl is to receive its first major revival in a new production, beginning performances at London's Menier Chocolate Factory Nov. 20 prior to an official o…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:25AM

Michael Mayer to Direct Sheridan Smith in London Revival of Funny Girl by Mark Shenton

The 1964 Broadway musical Funny Girl is to receive its first major revival in a new production, beginning performances at London's Menier Chocolate Factory Nov. 20 prior to an official o…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:25AM

Back in the Woods by Thom Dibdin

Æ's young critics go Into the Woods: Four young Edinburgh-based theatre critics will be reviewing for All Edinburgh Theatre this fringe, in a new mentoring scheme. Here are their early…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:23AM

NEWS: Sheridan Smith confirmed to play Fanny Brice in Funny Girl at Menier Chocolate Factory by Press Releases

The Menier Chocolate Factory today announces that award-winning actress Sheridan Smith returns to the theatre to play Fanny Brice in a major new revival of Funny Girl. The multi award-winnin…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:16AM

FIRST STEPS, Part 2: Finding A Director by David Brush

In part one of FIRST STEPS: Things To Consider Once You’ve Written Your First Musical, some of my great writer friends shared their thoughts on first steps in development of that new music…

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 08:05AM

Blogs: Edinburgh Fringe vs EIF: Which is better?

Our critics Matt Trueman and Michael Coveney put forward their arguments for Edinburgh's two major festivals

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:03AM

Theatre News: Greater Manchester Fringe Award winners announced

The festival saw 96 shows take place throughout the month

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:03AM

VIDEO: Rare Footage from Robin Williams' Early Career Reminds Us of His Comedic Genius by TV News Desk

In the video, a promotional reel to showcase Storm's work as a commercial director, a young, free spirited and hilarious Robin Williams can be seen saying everything in the book other than t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:03AM

Photo Flash: Exclusive Sneak Peek Backstage Look of Jessica Grove and More in Encore Theatre's INTO THE WOODS by BroadwayWorld

The Encore Theatre set to open the fairytale musical 'Into the Woods' Preview night is Thursday, August 6th. Check out an exclusive backstage look below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:03AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Rock operas: How much does American Idiot owe to Tommy? by Terri Paddock

Birth-wise, more than three decades separate The Who’s Tommy and Green Day’s American Idiot, but location-wise, the distance is only three short train stops, from London’s Charing Cro…

SOURCE: Terri Paddock at 07:58AM

Gyles Brandreth: how the Edinburgh Fringe saved me from politics by Gyles Brandreth

On the eve of a new solo show, ex-Tory MP Gyles Brandreth remembers how his love affair with theatre began

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:48AM

Pitlochry Festival Theatre accused of misleading audiences by Thom Dibdin

Pitlochry Festival Theatre is “in danger of misleading its audience” by using star ratings from other theatres’ productions in its advertising and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:45AM

Craig Revel Horwood to direct new tour of Sister Act by Matthew Hemley

Craig Revel Horwood is to direct and choreograph a new touring production of musical Sister Act. Horwood’s production, which will be produced

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:45AM

Phantom beats Les Mis in 6-2 charity football drubbing by David Hutchison

Performers from the West End casts of Les Miserables and The Phantom of the Opera have raised around £12,000 in a charity

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:45AM

Indigo Girls at Wolf Trap With Michelle Malone by Gina Jun

Infusing introspective folk rock with progressive political persuasions, the genre-defying, Grammy Award-winning Indigo Girls returned to Wolf Trap last Tuesday night for a cerebral celeb…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:44AM

BWW's On This Day - August 3, 2015

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on August 3 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19AM

Cumberbatch's Hamlet: London prepares for descent of 'Cumberbitches' by Alice Vincent

Fans of Benedict Cumberbatch are awaiting the Sherlock star's performance as Hamlet

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:01AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Sister Act 2016 Tour Tickets by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo Producer Jamie Wilson has announced that he will produce a new tour of the smash hit musical comedy Sister Act opening at the Curve, Leicester on 30th July 2016 with many venues…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:52AM

Bill Rauch’s Oregon Trail, and Mine by American Theatre Editors

Why I've avidly watched the work of Cornerstone's founding artistic director and of Oregon Shakes, both separately and together.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:24AM

10 life lessons I learned from Batman by James Wilson-Taylor

Get cape, wear cape, fly to the Edinburgh fringe … The comedian behind the show Bat-Fan shares some essential advice from the dark knight’s exploitsOh, Batman, you and me have had some g…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:21AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: National tour of Sister Act announced

Craig Revel Horwood will direct and choreograph the new production

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:51AM

Review: Tommy (Greenwich Theatre)

The flaws in Pete Townshend's rock opera haven't gone away, despite the energy and spirit of this revival

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:51AM

Tweets in search of a context: the poisoned boon by Terry Teachout

It seems miraculously, even magically appropriate that I should be able to listen to Constant Lambert’s 1937 recording of Peter Warlock’s String Serenade on my iPod, as I did a few weeks…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 05:30AM

Exclusive: 2015 Twisted Broadway cast confirmed by Erin James

The highly anticipated annual music theatre charity concert Twisted Broadway is coming to Arts Centre Melbourne for one night only, and AussieTheatre.com can exclusively announce the full…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:15AM

Just because: Harold Arlen sings and plays his own songs by Terry Teachout

Harold Arlen sings and plays a medley of his songs on The Colgate Comedy Hour, assisted by Eddie Cantor, Connie Russell, and Frank Sinatra. This episode was originally telecast on November 2…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 05:15AM

Guest Review by @LizziD82 of ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @Secret_Theatre “Immersive Theatre unusual and memorable” by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

   Guest Review by Liz Dyer @LizziD82 of @Secret_Theatre “Immersive Theatre unusual and memorable” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:03AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Interviews: James Roose-Evans: 'You've got to keep living until the last minute'

The veteran director on why he's founded a theatre company for older actors

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:49AM

Episode 320 - Season Three Finale - MACKENZIE In Concert by Joel B. New

Season Three of Joel B. New's "Something New" podcast concludes in concert form as part of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series on July 20th, 2015. New's set list is highlights from MACK…

SOURCE: Buzzsprout at 04:22AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Diary of a theatre addict: nine shows, one film and twelve steps! by Mark Shenton

I managed another nine show (plus one movie!) week, with one of those theatre visits in Southampton, and even managed to have one night off in the middle of it for an office dinner! So I’v…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 03:45AM

Los Angeles Theater Review: ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE (Sierra Madre Playhouse) by Tony Frankel

A FINE CLINE Patsy Cline couldn’t be more fondly or accurately recalled than by Cori Cable Kidder in Robert Marra’s production of Always…Patsy Cline, the oft-produced 1990 paean to th…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 03:45AM

George Takei's Road From 'Star Trek' to Broadway

Turns out, the social-media supernova hasn’t just been posting about tolerance, celebs and Grumpy Cat for fun. Coached by a tech guru, he has been strategically growing a fan base for ‘A…

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 03:45AM

'Spamalot' a summer treat at Hollywood Bowl by Charles McNulty

It's hard to go wrong with "Spamalot" at the Hollywood Bowl. The Tony-winning show, based on the cult movie comedy "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," leaves no silliness unturned as it affec…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 03:45AM

Lenny Bruce: the comedian who shocked Britain

Theatre director Charles Marowitz recalls his friendship with Lenny Bruce, the outrageous American stand-up comic who died on August 3 1966

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 03:37AM

How to Create Facebook Video Ads (with real-life results) by Samantha Teter

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how to increase our online engagement, especially through social media. I recently did a small ad campaign to promote our fundraising wine event a…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Plan your week’s theatre: top tickets by Lyn Gardner

Queue for day seats for Benedict Cumberbatch’s Hamlet, see Wot? No Fish! on London’s Southbank or take in Oliver Twist, promenade style, in LancasterWhile Edinburgh gets into the festiva…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:57AM

Mark Shenton: Happy anniversary to me by Mark Shenton

I’ve been writing for The Stage for longer than this, but this month marks the 10th anniversary of the launch of the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:30AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Bombshell of Rhythm: The Life and Secrets of Ina Ray Hutton by Joe Clarke

  by Joe Regan Jr. Melissa Ritz has written and is performing a one woman performance entitled Bombshell of Rhythm: The Life and Secrets of Ina Ray Hutton the forgotten... The post Bomb…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 01:43AM

Creating A Strong Ensemble by Craig Mason

Craig Mason is the instructor of the Drama Teacher Academy course Strong Ensemble = Strong Play. Craig was an professional actor for 15 years and spent a lot of time working in ensemble situ…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 01:00AM

"Significant Mother" Stars Josh Zuckerman & Nathaniel Buzolic on Accents & Roommates by Young Hollywood

"Significant Mother" Stars Josh Zuckerman & Nathaniel Buzolic on Accents & RoommatesActors Josh Zuckerman & Nathaniel Buzolic pay a visit to the YH Studio to give us the rundown on their che…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Athletes & Celebrities Support Clayton Kershaw's Annual Ping Pong Event by Young Hollywood

Athletes & Celebrities Support Clayton Kershaw's Annual Ping Pong EventYH heads to Dodger Stadium for the 3rd Annual Ping Pong 4 Purpose event to benefit Kershaw's Challenge where we catch u…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Backstage at "America's Best Dance Crew" with Host & Judges by Young Hollywood

Backstage at "America's Best Dance Crew" with Host & JudgesYH is backstage at "America's Best Dance Crew" where some of the best dancers battle it out in Season 8 for a slot at the MTV Video…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

"Ray Donovan" Set Tour with Kerris Dorsey, Pooch Hall, and Aaron Staton by Young Hollywood

"Ray Donovan" Set Tour with Kerris Dorsey, Pooch Hall, and Aaron StatonYH takes you behind the scenes of Showtime's Golden Globe-winning drama, "Ray Donovan", where we get an exclusive set t…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Editors’ Picks: August 2015

Welcome to this month’s “TBA Editors’ Picks”! Joining TBA’s communications manager Laura Brueckner and listings editor Kim Cohan is guest editor Sal Mattos, who has recently come o…

SOURCE: Theatre Bay Area at 01:00AM

Clayton Kershaw on the Evolution of His Ping Pong 4 Purpose Event by Young Hollywood

Clayton Kershaw on the Evolution of His Ping Pong 4 Purpose EventYH returns to Dodger Stadium for yet another Ping Pong 4 Purpose event to benefit L.A. Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw's char…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Monday, August 3, 2015 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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BWW EXCLUSIVE: A CHORUS LINE's 'Casey' Speaks! Hunter Agnew Talks Gender-Bended Canadian Production by Pat Cerasaro

One of the hottest stories of the summer has been Canadian regional theater Blue Canoe Theatrical Productions' game-changing and gender-bended mounting of classic Pulitzer Prize-winning musi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:28AM

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 8/1-8/2/2015

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, August 2, 2015 - Sunday, August 2, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:28AM

As a project of TJ and Dave, Mission Theater is no more by Chris Jones

The Mission Theater, the venue-within-a-venue at the iO comedy theater in Chicago run by the famed Chicago improvisers TJ Jagodowski and Dave Pasquesi, is closing at the end of the month.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:22AM

Delirium's Daughters by Theasy.com

Delirium's Daughters Off Broadway, Theatre Row's Clurman Theatre Reviewed by Sarah Weber BOTTOM LINE: Four suitors desperately try to win the hand of a stubborn patriarch’s three daughter…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 12:03AM

Broadway’s Beautiful Re-Imagined for Tonight’s Summerstage Concert by Robert Viagas

The full cast of Broadway's Beautiful: The Carole King Musical performs the show's score, concert-style, for free, outdoors in Central Park Aug. 3 as part of the City Parks Found…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Shakespeare Meets Lady Gaga in HamletGhosts, Beginning Tonight by Olivia Clement

Shakespeare's classic tale Hamlet receives a contemporary make-over by the Brewing Dept. at HERE in a newly devised theatrical piece titled HamletGhosts, beginning Aug. 3. T…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Misery Tickets to See Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf On Sale Today by Olivia Clement

Tickets go on sale to the general public Aug. 3 to see the new Broadway suspense thriller Misery, starring Emmy Award winners Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Playbill Vault’s Today in Theatre History: August 3 by David Gewirtzman and Ernio Hernandez, Robert Viagas

1921 Composer Richard Adler is born today. Along with Jerry Ross he will go on to write two of the most influential musicals of the 1950s: The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees. The successful pa…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Jack Gleeson’s Surreal “Bears in Space” Transfers to London’s Soho Theatre Today by Robert Viagas

Bears in Space, a surreal comedy that mixes live and puppet characters like Avenue Q, transfers to London's Soho Theatre Aug. 3. The show is produced by Collapsing Horse Theatre, pet pro…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

How Jessie Mueller Became Sara Bareilles’ “Soul Mate” on Waitress by Mervyn Rothstein

Tony-winning director Diane Paulus, who breathed new life into the musicals Hair and Porgy and Bess, shares what drew her to the musical adaptation of the indie film "Waitress."

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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