Monday, October 31, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Hamilton’, ‘Front Page’ Beat The Band In Slow Week At Broadway Box Office by Jeremy Gerard

Boasting Broadway’s highest average ticket price of $206.03, it’s no wonder Hamilton returned last week to the $2 million club, taking in $2.2 million at the Nederlander Organiza…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:49PM

Producers of ‘Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812’ Offer to Settle Dispute by Michael Paulson

The producers said they would agree to describe the nonprofit that commissioned the Broadway musical as it wished in the show’s program if the group would drop two legal claims.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:36PM

Review: ‘A Masquerade Murder Mystery’ by Citizen Staging in Hammonton, NJ by Ricky Young

Citizen Staging Acting Company is a brand new community theatre company that seeks to “enrich and foster the arts” in the Hammonton, NJ area. On October 29, 2016, Founders Tiffany B Tra…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:28PM

Tammy Grimes – The Unsinkable Molly Brown Dies at Age 82 by Sandi Durell

  Two-time Tony Award winner Tammy Grimes, known for her gritty voice and identifiable charm, died Sunday in Englewood, N.J. at the age of 82. The Broadway star was born in Lynn, Mass…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 11:21PM

The Pumpkins of Park Slope by Trav S.D.

Just a little photo essay of Jack O’Lanterns I saw just now at the brownstones around my neighborhood. Happy Halloween! And now, meet my neighbors — the Carvers! At this point I …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:18PM

Review: ‘Eurydice’ at NextStop Theatre Company by Michael Poandl

The hypnotic new production of Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice at NextStop Theatre Company is more like a painting or a poem than a movie or a book. It’s a fantastical canvas of broad brushstrokes…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:03PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Opening Night Look Book: The Falsetto’s Men Suit up at Brooks Brothers by John Vermeer

The men of Falsettos hit the show room at sartorial institution, Brooks Brothers, to get suited up for opening night on Broadway.

SOURCE: Broadway Style Guide at 10:52PM

Half Moon Theatre's 10th Anniversary Celebration Wows Audiences, Dazzles on Stage by BroadwayWorld

On October 22, 2016, hundreds of guests gathered at the new Marriott Pavilion at the Culinary Institute of America for a night of stellar Broadway entertainment celebrating Half Moon Theatre…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42PM

Cox and Box & Trial by Jury by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Introducing what he dubbed a pair of “Comedies of Crime,” NYGASP’s artistic director Albert Bergeret offered what he said was a first of a new series for the company: intimate performa…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 10:03PM

People You Should Know . . . Kyle Leibovitch by Zack Calhoon

Kyle Leibovitch is a New York based actor/director from Los Angeles. Recent credits include Eurydice, In Rooms Such As These (Columbia Stages), and The Crucible …

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 10:01PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Tammy Grimes, Tony-Winning Broadway Star, Dies at 82 by Arya Roshanian

Two-time Tony Award winner Tammy Grimes, known for her gritty voice and identifiable charm, died Sunday in Englewood, N.J., reports The New York Times. She was 82. The Broadway star was bo…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:29PM

Family in 50 States #1: Nevada by Trav S.D.

This new series of posts came out of the stunning realization that I have family in all 50 states. My ancestors lived in 14 of them, all on the eastern seaboard or adjacent, and I have writt…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:18PM

MAC Remembers Julie Wilson by Sandi Durell

  MAC Remembers cabaret legend Julie Wilson with show and dedication of memorial plaque at Don’t Tell Mama       by Linda Amiel Burns       On Sunday, Oc…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:14PM

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui by Wendy Caster

Okay, so here's an awkward thing: what happens when you're a reviewer, and you're not feeling well, and you fall asleep during a show? That happened to me the other night at The Resisti…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 09:12PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Spotlight On...Billy Lewis Jr. by Michael Block

Name: Billy Lewis Jr.Hometown:  Selden NYEducation:  AMDASelect Credits:  "Glee", Hair Tour, Spring Awakening Tour, The Who's: TommyWhy theater?: Because I don’t know how to…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 08:54PM

Who Almost Played the “Spider Woman” Instead of Chita Rivera? by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth speaks to Chita about debuting at Carnegie Hall, plus inside Hillary Rodham Clinton’s birthday party!

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:52PM

Drama Brews Over Off-Broadway Wages

With their contract set to expire Sunday, actors are lobbying for more money, but off-Broadway theaters and producers say their offer is a significant increase.

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 08:51PM

Despite Lawsuit, Josh Groban Helps Broadway's 'Great Comet' Soar by Lee Seymour

Josh Groban is anchoring a new musical under fire, as the rest of the biz sinks in a fittingly spooky fashion.

SOURCE: Forbes at 08:40PM

Kristin Chenoweth lampoons Trump in Broadway concert

Kristin Chenoweth's upcoming Broadway concert 'My Love Letter to Broadway' includes old favorites and some curveballs. (Oct. 31)        

SOURCE: USA Today at 08:29PM

Suzanne Petri’s “Torch, Sass & Swing” Is A Rush Of Magic by Russell Goeltenbodt

Reviewed by: Russell Goeltenbodt Chicago’s Rush Street has always had a reputation of being the [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 08:24PM

Gasp! Orchestra Strike Post That Doesn’t Devolve To “Overpaid Bums” by Joe Patti

On the Marginal Revolution blog, economist Tyler Cowen quotes bits of a Wall Street Journal article on orchestra strikes by Terry Teachout and ends with what seems to be an implication that …

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 08:24PM

Moving Caribbean in New York City: Trindad Native Makeda Thomas on Island Ways & the light fantastical at Brooklyn College by The Dance Enthusiast

Moving Caribbean in New York City: Trindad Native, Makeda Thomas on Island Ways & the light fantastical at Brooklyn College (part of the CUNY Dance Initiative)

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM

Jérôme Bel in the ​Crossing the Line Festival presented by FIAF at The Joyce, The Kitchen and MoMA by The Dance Enthusiast

In Jérôme Bel in the ​Crossing the Line Festival presented by FIAF at The Joyce, The Kitchen and MoMA, " Is Bel highlighting the absurdity of performance where wit, familiarity, and fla…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Disney Giving Snow White Live-Action Revamp With Pasek and Paul by Adam Hetrick

The 1937 animated classic will get a makeover from The Girl on the Train screenwriter Erin Cressida Wilson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:21PM

Looking for the lighter side to a nasty election? Playwright Jon Robin Baitz delivers it in 'Vicuña' by Charles McNulty

A play about Donald Trump set to open a little more than a week before the presidential election seemed like perfect timing — this summer. Oh, but how these last weeks of the campaign have…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 07:15PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Phantoms of the Theatre by American Theatre Editors

These tales of theatrical ghosts bring a new meaning to the term 'haunted house.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:57PM

Who Lit the Black Flame Candle? Bette Returns to Her Salem Roots for Halloween by BroadwayWorld

Here is one witch that requires no marvelous introduction Bette Midler, star of the upcoming Hello Dolly revival, attended her Hulaween benefit this year in some excitingly familiar attire.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:54PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Lucas Steele of The Great Comet by Broadway.com

Lucas Steele of Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

Tony Winner Tammy Grimes, Original Star of The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Dies at 82 by Ryan McPhee

Tammy Grimes, a two-time Tony winner whose raspy timbre captivated audiences in performances such as The Unsinkable Molly Brown, died on October 30 at the age of 82. Her death was confirmed …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

Simon McBurney on Getting Intimate in The Encounter, Playing Kreacher & Wrestling With Al Pacino by Broadway.com

Simon McBurney sits with Imogen Lloyd Webber and discusses rewiring theatergoers' brains with The Encounter, working with Brad Pitt and starring in Harry Potter.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

‘Come From Away’ in Newfoundland

A town that gave succor on Sept. 11, 2001, gets a pre-Broadway taste of the new musical.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:42PM

Houdini fans hold annual seance: 'If anyone could escape the beyond, it's him' by Nicole Puglise

The magician died 90 years ago, but that hasn’t stopped enthusiasts from gathering in New York to reach him in the afterlife – even if he’s been quiet so farIn the back room of a resta…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:36PM

Photos and Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson Puts a Spell on 54 Below with Amazing HOCUS POCUS Costume by BroadwayWorld

Jay Armstrong Johnson hosted a special Feinstein's54 Below concert last night, October 30, to celebrate the release of his album.Of course, the actor couldn't resist a good Halloween theme. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:36PM

James Monroe Iglehart, Ben Vereen, Laura Osnes and More Coming Up This Fall at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

This November, Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club amp Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for detai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:36PM

A Live-Action Snow White Is in the Works at Disney by Kaitlin Fontana

Disney is doubling down on its commitment to live-action remakes of its classic animation features, this time with Snow White. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the script will likely lan…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:14PM

A 9/11 Parable, Resurrected in Newfoundland by Michael Paulson

Residents of Gander are treated to an early look at “Come From Away,” a Broadway-bound musical about how they welcomed travelers grounded amid the Sept. 11 chaos.

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

Theater News: Danny Rutigliano to Join Broadway's Holiday Inn

The Irving Berlin musical will welcome a new cast member.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: Indecent Finds Its Broadway Theater

Paula Vogel's acclaimed drama will open this spring.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Sheryl Lee Ralph as Madame Morrible in Wicked

The original Dreamgirls star is back on Broadway.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Obituaries: Tammy Grimes, Broadway's Original Molly Brown and Dorothy Brock, Dies at 82

Grimes won two Tony Awards for her Broadway roles.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Stars Get Sexy for the Opening of Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Harry Haun

The stage precursor to Dangerous Liaisons opens in a salacious Broadway revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:54PM

Simon McBurney on Getting Initimate in The Encounter, Playing Kreacher & Wrestling With Al Pacino by Broadway.com

Simon McBurney sits with Imogen Lloyd Webber and discusses rewiring theatergoers' brains with The Encounter, working with Brad Pitt and starring in Harry Potter.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

Danny Rutigliano Takes Over for Lee Wilkof in Broadway's Holiday Inn by Ryan McPhee

Broadway alum Danny Rutigliano will assume the role of Danny in Holiday Inn beginning November 1. He takes over for Lee Wilkof in the Roundabout production, which is scheduled to run at Stud…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

Red Carpet Challenge: Let's Play 'Lost in Translation' with the Stars of Les Liaisons Dangereuses! by Broadway.com

On opening night of the seductive new revival of Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Matt Rodin plays "Lost in Translation" with Janet McTeer, Liev Schreiber and the rest of the stars.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

Paula Vogel’s Indecent Sets Broadway Theater by Broadway.com

Pulitzer winner Paula Vogel’s Indecent has found a venue! The previously announced new play with music will begin previews in early April 2017, prior to opening on April 18 at the Cort…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:54PM

'Vicuna': Theater Review by Jordan Riefe

Harry Groener plays a Trump-like Republican presidential candidate in 'Vicuna,' a world-premiere political satire that marks the first new play from Jon Robin Baitz since his Tony-nominated …

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:53PM

A Preview of Inis Nua Theatre Company’s ‘Dublin by Lamplight’ with Director Tom Reing by Deb Miller

Hot off a Barrymore win for Best Ensemble in a Play for Inis Nua Theatre Company’s The Radicalisation of Bradley Manning and having received widespread acclaim for its current Barrymore-re…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:50PM

Paula Vogel's INDECENT Finds Broadway Home, Locks in Dates by BroadwayWorld

INDECENT - Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel's newest work, one of the most acclaimed plays of 2016 when it debuted in New York Off-Broadway at the Vineyard Theatre - will premie…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

Whistle While You Work! Benj Pasek & Justin Paul to Pen Music for Disney's Live-Action SNOW WHITE Film by Jessica Khan

Plans for Disney's latest live-action reboot will have youhumming a merry tune - by DEAR EVAN HANSEN'sBenj Pasek and Justin Paul, that is. The Hollywood Reporterwrites that SNOW WHITE is nex…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Sheryl Lee?Ralph in WICKED; Begins Performances Tomorrow! by BroadwayWorld

Beginning performances tomorrow, November 1, Tony Award nomineeSheryl LeeRalph will assume the role of Madame Morrible in the Broadway production of WICKED.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

BroadwayWorld Readers Share Their #BroadwayHalloween Costumes by Alan Henry

It's that time of year again Halloween iswhen Broadway fans get to dress up as their favorite stars or characters - so we asked our readers to send us photos of their BroadwayHalloween costu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

Robert Joy to Star in Seattle Rep's KING CHARLES III; Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

Seattle Repertory Theatre today announced complete casting for the 2015 Oliver Award-winning Best New Play, King Charles III, Mike Bartlett's runaway smash hit, a contemporary and provocativ…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

CATS Stars to Claw Into BROADWAY SESSIONS This Week by BroadwayWorld

This Thursday, November 3rd,BROADWAY SESSIONS welcomes cast members from the current revival of CATS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Danny Rutigliano Will Join Company of HOLIDAY INN, Replacing Lee Wilkof by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has just learned that beginning tomorrow, November 1, Danny Rutigliano will assume the role of 'Danny' in HOLIDAY INN on Broadway, replacing Lee Wilkof.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

BWW Exclusive: Counting Down to Jennifer Ashley Tepper's THE UNTOLD STORIES OF BROADWAY, VOLUME 3 - The Broadhurst Theatre by Jennifer Ashley Tepper

Have you ever wanted to spend time with Stephen Sondheim in the lobby during one of his shows Did you know that Patti LuPone once had a Broadway ghostly encounter Have you wondered what it w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 10/31/2016

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 10312016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Photo Flash: Neil Patrick Harris, David Burka and Family Go Old Hollywood This Halloween! by BroadwayWorld

Halloween is a family matter for Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka. The Broadway couple hasproven over the years that they take the holiday very seriously, annually donning epic group cos…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

VIDEO: Watch Jennifer Holliday's Brilliant Performance in THE COLOR PURPLE by Caryn Robbins

Below, watch the actress speakwith USA Today about the iconic role, as well asfootage of her amazing performance.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Photo Flash: YouTube Star Todrick Hall Joins KINKY BOOTS Tomorrow; First Look! by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Todrick Hall will join the Broadway company ofKinky Bootsas 'Lola' in the Tony Award-winning musical, beginning tomorrow,November 1, 2016 through March …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Tammy Grimes, Star of The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Dies at 82 by Robert Viagas

A favorite of Noël Coward's, she starred in his musical High Spirits.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:35PM

Danny Rutigliano to Replace Lee Wilkof in Holiday Inn by Olivia Clement

Rutigliano will assume the role of Danny in the Broadway musical November 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:33PM

‘Snow White’ Live-Action Movie in the Works at Disney by Dave McNary

Disney is developing a new, live-action musical version of “Snow White,” which will expand upon the story and music from the animated classic. The studio is in negotiations with …

SOURCE: Variety at 05:31PM

Adam Chanler-Berat, Aaron Tveit, Jennifer Damiano, Ben Platt, and More at TimesTalks by Monica Simoes

Michael Greif joined New York Times theatre editor Scott Heller for an exclusive TimesTalks October 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:25PM

9 Fashion Moments from Les Liaisons Dangereuses That Ruled the Red Carpet by George Brescia

Celebrity stylist George Brescia delivers his best-dressed list from the Broadway opening of Les Liaisons Dangereuses.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:22PM

Paula Vogel’s Indecent Books a Broadway Theatre by Robert Viagas

It tells the story of an ahead-of-its-time lesbian play produced in the 1920s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:22PM

20 Questions in 2 Minutes with Cats New Grizabella, Mamie Parris

Watch Mamie Parris race through questions about Cats, Grizabella, "Memory", Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals and more.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:19PM

Interview: Charlotte Bydwell on Starring in Company XIV’s Baroque-Burlesque Ballet “Paris” by Tami Shaloum

In Company XIV’s latest “baroque burlesque ballet” Paris, Charlotte Bydwell plays a dual role (quite literally) as Zeus the emcee and his other half Fifi, a shy, tuba-playing showgirl.…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:13PM

Tammy Grimes, the Original ‘Unsinkable Molly Brown,’ Dies at 82 by Anita Gates

The throaty actress and singer won a Tony Award for her performance in “The Unsinkable Molly Brown” at age 26 and went on to a distinguished stage career.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:12PM

L.A. Theater Review: Trump Satire ‘Vicuña’ by Peter Debruge

In “Vicuña,” a diabolical real estate tycoon turned Republican presidential candidate orders a bespoke power suit for the campaign’s final debate, but it’s clearly the play itself t…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:08PM

BroadwayHD Joins BroadwayWorld Regional Awards as Presenting Sponsor; Last Day to Nominate! by BroadwayWorld

Nominations areNOW OPEN for the 2015BroadwayWorld Regional Awards in a record-breaking number of 70 regions

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM

Scenes of the Houdini Museum (on the 90th Anniversary of His Death) by Trav S.D.

90 years ago this very night, Harry Houdini shuffled off this moral coil. I happened to find myself near the Houdini Museum today, so I popped in to remember him (it’s located in the F…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 05:06PM

Tickets On Sale Tomorrow for Broadway Revival of The Little Foxes by Olivia Clement

Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon are set to alternate in the leading roles in the 2017 spring staging from Manhattan Theatre Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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The Fans Have Spoken! The Top 10 Best Broadway Halloween Costumes of the Year by Lindsey Sullivan

Trick-or-treat, Broadway fans! Halloween has arrived, and we're so excited to see the costumes you've whipped up. The Great White Way productions of the past year have been chock-ful…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

Broadway Grosses: Amidst a Box Office Dip, Hamilton Doesn't Throw Away Its...You Get the Point by Ryan McPhee

In a week when most shows took a dip (or—in some cases—a plunge), Hamilton continues to rise up (time to take a shot). The Tony and Pulitzer-winning musical was up nearly a quart…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

‘Tommy,’ can you hear me? Deaf culture drives a new take on the Who’s rock opera by Nelson Pressley

Deaf West Theatre veteran Russell Harvard anchors Open Circle’s production of the musical.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 04:48PM

Review: ‘Breathe Smoke’ at Orbiter 3 by Tim Dunleavy

Douglas Williams’ Breathe Smoke, a world premiere being presented by the Orbiter 3 Collective, tells the story of four people whose public lives and private lives are markedly different. I…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:37PM

Interview: Playwright Larissa FastHorse on Climate Change and Her New Play “Vanishing Point” by Saima Huq

Larissa FastHorse started out as “the only ballet dancer she] knew in the middle of the prairie,” but is now a playwright whose works are produced all over the United States and …

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 04:34PM

Performance Lineup Announced for Star-Studded Tectonic at 25! Benefit by Andrew Gans

Jane Fonda will host the evening, which will feature Tony winners Joel Grey, Laura Benanti, BD Wong, and Cynthia Nixon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

FOOL FOR LOVE – Found111 by Ian Foster

Simon Evans' production makes the most of the physicality of their interactions, whether slamming bodies into bedframes or doors into the shaky walls of the motel, their torment inescapable.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:30PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Reunited ROCK OF AGES Cast Members Slay at Broadway Sessions! by Ben Cameron

Things got real rocky at Broadway Sessions recently as cast members from multiple companies of Rock of Ages reunited to slay their favorite rock n' roll tunes ROA alums Tony LePage, Tess Alv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Photo Flash: VICUNA Celebrates Opening Night at the Douglas with Marisa Tomei, Helen Hunt, Norman Lear and More by BroadwayWorld

The world premiere ofJon Robin Baitz's 'Vicua,' directed byRobert Egan, openedthis Sunday, October 30, 2016, at 630 p.m. atCenter Theatre Group'sKirk DouglasTheatre. Performances for 'Vicua'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Photo Flash: From Anne to Jane! First Look at WOLF HALL: PART II Regional Premiere in Houston by BroadwayWorld

Wolf Hall Parts I and II, based on the novels by Hilary Mantel and adapted for the Stage by Mike Poulton, is making its Regional Premiere, directed by Rebecca Greene Udden, at Main Street Th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Photo Flash: Splash with Starry SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at The Marriott Theatre by BroadwayWorld

All the romance, glitz and glamour of the roaring '20s pour into The Marriott Theatre this fall with one of the most beloved and celebrated musicals of all time, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, running…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

An American Playwright in Canada by [email protected] (adewunmi)

By Maggie Sulc. In this first installment, Playwright Maggie Sulc shares her experience working and living in Canada, reflecting on successes and challenges.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:20PM

Theater News: Robert Sean Leonard in Richard II, Guys and Dolls Set for Old Globe Season

The San Diego-based theater has announced its summer 2017 lineup.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Folger's 'Sense and Sensibility': a hit that's always moving by Peter Marks

Folger Theatre's production will change your perspective on Jane Austen and danger.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:54PM

Monchichi @ BAM by Lena Sawyer

Honji Wang and Sébastien Ramirez, of Wang Ramirez, are often presented as cross-cultural navigators, both in their performance styles and in their personal lives. Wang is a Korean-German da…

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 03:54PM

Musical.ly Live-Streaming Stars Are Earning Thousands of Dollars from Adoring Fans by Todd Spangler

Twitter is shutting down Vine, and pioneering live-streaming app Meerkat is dead. But that doesn’t mean short-form clips and live video are dead-end businesses. Two-year-old startup Mu…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:52PM

In Brooklyn, Hercules’ Battles Inspire Talk on Gun Violence by Jennifer Schuessler

Paul Giamatti, Jeffrey Wright and Ashanti performed in “Hercules in Brooklyn,” a drama by Outside the Wire, which uses ancient texts to look at modern problems.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:48PM

Next Stop for ‘Rutherford’s Travels’: Pegasus Theatre by American Theatre Editors

A new stage adaptation of Charles Johnson's novel 'Middle Passage' sets sail in Chicago.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:46PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 10/31

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS - read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 10/3…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

‘Great Comet’ Lawsuit Spotlights Broadway Tensions Between Producers, Nonprofits by Gordon Cox

At the Broadway box office, “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” is selling like hotcakes. But behind the scenes a dispute over playbill credits has escalated into a lawsuit …

SOURCE: Variety at 03:41PM

Odds & Ends: Kristin Chenoweth's Halloween Homage to Judy Garland, Athol Fugard's Master Harold Extends & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today and over the weekend. Kristin Chenoweth's Halloween Homage to Judy Garland Kristin Chenoweth recently released her new a…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM

Bette Midler on 'Marvelous' Rehearsals for Hello, Dolly!; Plus, the Only Hocus Pocus Mashup You Need by Caitlyn Gallip

In case you’ve been dead for 300 years and missed the news, Bette Midler is coming back to Broadway as Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly! next spring. At her annual Hulaween Bash benefitting …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM

Pop stars scoring theatre: Lazarus was evidently an artistic swan song rather than a cash-cow by Holly Williams, Holly Williams

With the transatlantic transfer of the David Bowie musical, Lazarus, as well as the Young Vic's production of The Nest with a score by PJ Harvey, is the theatre-pop marriage a dream tic…

SOURCE: The Independent at 03:36PM

‘The Color Purple’ to Close January 8 on Broadway by Mfoss

The Color Purple, the revival of the popular musical based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, will play its final performance at the Bernard Jacobs Theater on Jan. 8, 2017 aft…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 03:35PM

Understanding The Role And Benefits Of The Midas Legacy by Rino16

The Midas Legacy has for many years offered assistance to individuals, businesses and organizations looking to achieve their goals in time. Most of their support has been shared through fina…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 03:29PM

Vietgone **1/2 by Barry

By: Paulanne Simmons  At the beginning of Vietgone, before he steps into another role, Paco Tolson, as the play’s author, Qui Nguyen, tells the audience, with a wink and a nod, that t…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 03:28PM

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 10/30/16 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 10302016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:24PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 10/31

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 103020…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:24PM

VIDEO: Josh Groban, NPH & More in LIVE WITH KELLY's 'Bachelor in Paradise' Spoof by TV News Desk

Today's special Halloween episode of LIVE WITH KELLY featured a spoof on the ABC dating reality series 'Bachelor in Paradise' called 'Live in Paradise.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

Jane Fonda and Zach Grenier, Original Cast of THE LARAMIE PROJECT, Laura Benanti and More Slated for TECTONIC AT 25! by BroadwayWorld

Tectonic Theater Project has announced the performance lineup for Tectonic At 25, a benefit performance celebrating 25 years of groundbreaking theater.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

The Siegel Column Takes Notice of Zoe Kazan by Sandi Durell

    By Barbara & Scott Siegel     She has a famous last name, courtesy of her grandfather, director Elia Kazan, but she is fast becoming famous in her own right becau…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 03:04PM

Ben Rimalower Will Bring Solo Shows Back to the Duplex by Andrew Gans

Patti Issues and Bad with Money will be offered November 19 and December 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:04PM

Tickets Now On Sale for Miles Malleson’s Yours Unfaithfully Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Tickets are now available for the world premiere of Miles Malleson’s Yours Unfaithfully, an “un-Romantic Comedy” about the price of free love. Directed by Jonathan Bank, th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:01PM

Neil Patrick Harris' Family Costumes Win Everything (Again), Sheryl Lee Ralph Gets Glitzy for Wicked & Other Halloween Hot Shots! by Lindsey Sullivan

Happy Halloween, Broadway fans! Your Great White Way favorites, including Halloween gamechangers Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka and their adorable children, are all dolled up for the spoo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:01PM

AN EVENING OF DIRTY DANCING – Touring by Helen McWilliams

What more could you want when the nights are drawing in? A Dirty Dancing extravaganza which has you grinning from ear to ear, singing along and dancing in the aisles might do it!

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 03:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Off-Broadway Review: A Life by Lauren Yarger

David Hyde Pierce. Photo: Joan MarcusA LifeBy Adam BockDirected by Anne KauffmanPlaywrights Horizonsthrough Nov. 27By Lauren YargerWhat's It All About?A new play from gifted playwright Adam …

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 02:52PM

Review: ‘The Roommate’ at Everyman Theatre by Patricia Mitchell

Deborah Hazlett and Beth Hylton are both very talented actors. Deborah Hazlett and Beth Hylton together onstage in Jen Silverman’s new two-woman show? Well, that’s something remarkable! …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:50PM

Michael Douglas Says Val Kilmer Is Fighting Cancer: ‘Things Don’t Look Too Good for Him’ by E. Alex Jung

While speaking with host Jonathan Ross at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Michael Douglas recounted his time filming the 1996 movie The Ghost and the Darkness with Val Kilmer, and revealed tha…

SOURCE: Vulture at 02:49PM

Royal Court Theater Announces World Premiere Lineup by Christopher D. Shea

A stage adaptation of “The Kid Stays in the Picture,” about the producer Robert Evans, is among this company’s offerings for the 2017 season.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:48PM

Sept. 11 Gander heroes cheer play about their heroism by Sue Bailey - The Canadian Press

Beulah Cooper was close to Hannah and Dennis O’Rourke, who were desperate for news of their son Kevin, who it turned out died at the World Trade Center.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 02:41PM

Los Angeles Theater Review: VICUÑA (Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City) by Jason Rohrer

TWO HOURS HATE While getting fitted for a hundred-thousand dollar suit, a gross presidential-candidate billionaire argues politics with his immigrant tailor. Several monologues inform the bi…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:40PM

Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks Swing from Chicago to NY by Sandi Durell

  by Marilyn Lester     In a two-part program that rocked the House of Swing (Jazz at Lincoln Center), Vince Giordano and his ever-reliable Nighthawks, proved true Will Friedw…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 02:37PM

Cleveland Play House's 'Sex With Strangers' is a steamy slow dance from lust to a chance at love (review) by Andrea Simakis

Directed with playfulness, subtlety and nuance by Joanie Schultz, "Sex With Strangers" moves like a red-hot page-turner; it's a book you can't possibly put down.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 02:33PM

First Look at London Premiere of David Bowie's Lazarus by Monica Simoes

See Michael C. Hall, Sophia Anne Caruso, and Michael Esper in the London premiere of the Off-Broadway hit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Damaris Lewis, Tituss Burgess, Bebe Neuwirth and More to Celebrate Abraham.In.Motion Dance at BAM by BroadwayWorld

Abraham.In.Motion will bring a special homecoming presentation of 'Pavement' to its gala at BAM Fisher tomorrow, Tuesday, November 1, with honorary hostssupermodel Damaris Lewis and actor Ti…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

MacDowell Colony Announces 2016 Fall Fellowships by American Theatre Editors

The recipients will be granted space and time to work on new projects.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:16PM

Upcoming Auditions for Bandstand, Cats, Cabaret, Gypsy, and War Paint by Playbill Staff

Here's a selection of upcoming auditions in the New York area and around the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:14PM

Colin George obituary by Paul Allen

Actor and theatrical visionary who was the founding artistic director of the Crucible in Sheffield, which opened in 1971 with a radical ‘thrust stage’When Colin George announced in 1967 …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:12PM

Discount Ghost Stories Album, With Alexander Sage Oyen, Released for Free by Michael Gioia

The new rock band releases its debut album, Famous Last Words, today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:10PM

REVIEW: Lunatic, TheatreN16 ✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves Regretfully, I have to note that I personally didn’t find any work of that quality in this particular offering. This post REVIEW: Lunatic, TheatreN16 ✭ first appeared on…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 02:10PM

Paul Alexander Nolan Joins Broadway’s Chicago Tonight by Adam Hetrick

The Bright Star leading man steps into the long-running Kander and Ebb hit October 31.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

October recap: the month’s biggest news stories by David Hutchison

From creepy clowns condemned to Emma Rice’s exodus, we look back at October’s biggest stories In early October, Andrew Lloyd Webber unveils

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:06PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Daniel J. Watts and More in 'THE DEATH OF THE LAST BLACK MAN' at Signature Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Signature Theatre presentsThe Death of the Last Black Man in the Whole Entire World AKA The Negro Book of the Dead, written by Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz. The produc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

Jennifer Holliday: The Dreamgirl has her dreams back

Jennifer Holiday has returned to Broadway for the first time in 15 years, and her appearance as the latest Shug Avery in the revival of 'The Color Purple' is something to cheer even before s…

SOURCE: USA Today at 02:04PM

Theater News: Works by Colman Domingo, Dominique Morisseau Set for Every 28 Hours Plays

The event will be presented by the New Group, Labyrinth Theater Company, and Working Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Theater News: Athol Fugard's "Master Harold"...and the Boys Extends

The three-character drama is directed by the author at Signature Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Fred Ebb Foundation Announces 2016 Award Recipients by American Theatre Editors

Thomas Mizer and Curtis Moore will be presented with the Fred Ebb award in November.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:59PM

Oregon Book Store Closes After Clash With The Wiz Cast by Robert Viagas

The actors objected to the display of a controversial book at the store.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:46PM

We’re Afraid of Virginia Woolf at Shotgun Players, Berkeley by Svea Vikander

George and Martha need an audience to watch them tear each other apart, even if only their sober selves gazing down from a mid-century modern platform in their mid-century modern apartment. …

SOURCE: Theatrius at 01:40PM

Theatre News: Theatre503 Playwriting Award shortlist announced

There are five shortlisted plays from over 1600 entries

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:36PM

Theatre News: Full cast joining Gemma Arterton in Saint Joan has been announced

The cast completing Josie Rourke's upcoming production of Bernard Shaw's play includes Fisayo Akinade

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:36PM

Broadway’s Fright Night: A Rock Horror Halloween Experience at the W Hotel by Amy Sapp

Tonight, in honor of the Halloween spirit, “do the time warp again” with a smattering of Broadway cast members from your favorite shows at the W Hotel for Fright Night: A Rock Horror Exp…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:33PM

Get Cast in the London Production of ‘Hamilton’!

Oceans rise, empires fall, we have seen each other through it all. And when push comes to shove, we will send you a new casting opportunity to remind you of our love! Lin-Manuel Miranda has …

SOURCE: Backstage at 01:31PM

Pittsburgh on Broadway: Time for a three-peat in Times Square by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

From Gene Kelly to Billy Porter, Pittsburghers have contributed more than their fair share to American show business.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 01:25PM

#BuzzNow: Janet McTeer & Liev Schreiber Get Passionate at Les Liaisons Dangereuses Opening by Broadway.com

It's beyond their control! Tony winners Janet McTeer and Liev Schreiber seduce a starry crowd at the opening night of Les Liaisons Dangereuses on Broadway.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:24PM

MAGNIFICENCE – Finborough Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Overdue revival of Howard Brenton’s mixed-up 1973 play is too messy and incoherent

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:15PM

VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Performs; Talks MY LOVE LETTER TO BROADWAY on 'The View' by TV News Desk

On today's special Halloween episode of ABC's THE VIEW, guest Kristin Chenoweth stops by to discuss her new Broadway show called MY LOVE LETTER TO BROADWAY and her new album, 'The Art of Ele…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Des Moines Performing Arts Announces 60 Schools to Participate in the Iowa High School Musical Awards by BroadwayWorld

Des Moines Performing Arts is thrilled to announce that 60 schools will participate in this year's Iowa High School Musical Awards, nearly double last year's number. A statewide initiative, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

The Cast of WILL AND GRACE Parody WEST SIDE STORY in Support of Hillary Clinton by Nora Dominick

As if we couldn't love them anymore The cast of WILL AND GRACE reunited once again in support of Hillary Clinton. This time around they're singing WEST SIDE STORY with wonderful parody lyric…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Broadway Robbery: Ten Shows That Should Have Won the Tony But Didn't- from CHICAGO to MATILDA! by BroadwayWorld

They say that hindsight is 2020, and in the case of Broadway, time has certainly illuminated some of the injustices of Tonys past. True, sometimes it takes yearsfor art to truly be understoo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Review: ‘Promises, Promises’ at the Ritz Theatre Company by Tim Dunleavy

Promises, Promises opened on Broadway in 1968, and while the world it depicts seemed relevant back then, today that world has largely vanished. It’s set in the Manhattan skyscraper home of…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:05PM

Review: Tiger Style!

A smart comedy about the American-Asian as the outsider skirts the edges of the problem.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Movie Monsters Come to Life at the McKittrick's Supercinema Halloween Party

The McKittrick Hotel is home to the immersive hit Sleep No More.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Interviews: Josie Rourke Unites "Titans" Liev Schreiber and Janet McTeer in Dangerous Liaisons

The acclaimed director talks sex, power, and Les Liaisons Dangereuses in a "world that's run by men."

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Astoria Performing Arts Center to Present World Premiere of Evensong

The new play is written by Christina Quintana and directed by David Mendizábal.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Tiger Style!

A smart comedy about the American-Asian as the outsider skirts the edges of the problem.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Thomas Mizer and Curtis Moore to Receive 2016 Fred Ebb Award

The honor is bestowed by the Fred Ebb Foundation.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Winners of Fred Ebb Songwriting Award Announced by Andrew Gans

Thomas Mizer and Curtis Moore will be honored in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:56PM

BWW TV: Janet McTeer,?Liev Schreiber & the Cast of LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES Celebrate a Steamy Opening Night! by Tv - Opening Night Special

The Broadway production ofDonmar Warehouse'sLes Liaisons Dangereuses, which is playing a limited engagement through Sunday, January 22, 2017 only at the Booth Theatre 222 W 45th St, official…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Alexandra Socha, Corey Cott and More to Lead Kerrigan & Lowdermilk's 'SAMANTHA BROWN' for The Score by BroadwayWorld

On November 7th, The Score will produce The Unauthorized Autobiography of Samantha Brown by Kait Kerrigan and Brian Lowdermilk as a live concert for the next episode of the podcast recording…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

DVR Alert: Andrew Rannells, John Goodman, Nathan Lane to Visit NBC's SETH MEYERS by TV News Desk

Next Monday, November 7th, THE FRONT PAGE's John Goodman will stop by the show along with Tony nominee Andrew Rannells, who will discuss his starring role in Broadway's FALSETTOS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

The World's Oldest Actor, Vladimir Zeldin, Dies at 101 by Nora Dominick

Vladimir Zelden, a Russian thespian and the world's oldest working theatre actor, has died at the age of 101.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Bat Out of Hell musical to make world premiere in UK next summer by Matthew Hemley

Jim Steinman musical Bat Out of Hell will receive its world premiere in the UK next summer. The musical will run at the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:48PM

North London cycle route plan threatens Theatreland ‘artery’ by David Hutchison

A major cycle superhighway planned for north London is under fire from campaigners who claim it will damage access to the West

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:48PM

Five Shows Off-Broadway and Off-Off-Broadway to Check out This Fall by Olivia Clement

The selections include a historical pop rock musical and a family show about a famous pup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM

5 Out-of-the-Box Shows to See Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The selections include a historical pop rock musical and a family show about a famous pup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM

5 Out-of-the-Box Shows to See Off-Broadway This Month by Olivia Clement

The selections include a historical pop rock musical and a family show about a famous pup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM

PJ Harvey, Brixton Academy, London — review

Backed by a formidable band, the Dorset singer-songwriter was a theatrical frontwoman

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:33PM

Danielle de Niese, Barbican, London — review

The soprano revealed her lack of range in a recital covering five centuries of music

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:31PM

Theatre History Podcast # 11: “You Don’t Read Latino”: Discussing the History of Latinx Casting with Brian Eugenio Herrera by [email protected] (adewunmi)

By Michael Lueger. Michael Lueger talks with Brian Herrera about contemporary and historical conversations around casting Latinx characters and actors.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:30PM

Graeae launches £10k crowdfunding bid to train disabled creatives for arts career by Matthew Hemley

Theatre company Graeae has launched a £10,000 crowdfunding campaign to support a scheme aimed at giving d/Deaf and disabled creatives training and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:27PM

How Broadway's 'Falsettos' Cast Handles Audiences' Audible Crying Each Night by Ashley Lee

Andrew Rannells, Christian Borle and Stephanie J. Block tell THR of hearing — and encouraging — ticketholders' inhales and sniffles: "Those sounds send chills throughout my entire body."…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:20PM

Theatre503 announces shortlist for Playwriting Award 2016 by David Hutchison

Five plays have been shortlisted for the Theatre503 Playwriting Award 2016. Alison Carr is nominated for her play Caterpillar alongside Tearrance Chisholm

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:19PM

Seth Meyers to Welcome Falsettos Star by Andrew Gans

Nathan Lane and John Goodman will also be guests.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19PM

Heather Headley, Sutton Foster & More Enlisted for Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series by Broadway.com

Tony winners Heather Headley and Sutton Foster, Tony nominee Santino Fontana and more have been tapped for Lincoln Center’s 18th season of the American Songbook series next year. …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM

Sacre Bleu! Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Starring Liev Schreiber & Janet McTeer, Opens on Broadway by Broadway.com

A fresh revival of Oscar winner Christopher Hampton's steamy drama Les Liaisons Dangereuses has officially landed on the Great White Way. Check out the stars who stepped out to supp…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM

Ars Nova Files Lawsuit Against Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812's Commercial Producer Over Billing Dispute by Broadway.com

Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 has landed on Broadway, and despite promising grosses and the highly-anticipated Great White Way debut of Josh Groban, a legal battle over billing…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM

Adam Driver, Keri Russell, Pablo Schreiber Set for Broadway Reading of Tape by Adam Hetrick

The benefit reading of Stephen Belber’s provocative drama will take place at Studio 54.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:16PM

Equity sets out recommendations for government Brexit negotiations by Georgia Snow

Equity has highlighted how movement of talent in and out of the UK is “essential” for the performing arts post-Brexit. The union

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:15PM

Songwriters Thomas Mizer and Curtis Moore Honored with 2016 Fred Ebb Award by BroadwayWorld

The Fred Ebb Foundationin association with the Roundabout Theatre Companywill present the twelfth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Thomas Mizer and Curtis Mo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:12PM

Donna Migliaccio to Star in SILVER BELLES World Premiere at Signature Theatre; Cast, Creatives Set! by BroadwayWorld

Signature Theatre has announced thefull cast and creative team for the world premiere production of a new holiday musical, Silver Belles.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:12PM

Mark Morris Dance Group, Lincoln Center, New York

Morris’s new piece uses the rhythm and gesture of Indian dance as its foundation

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:07PM

Onstage This Week: Oct. 31-Nov. 6 by American Theatre Editors

From street urchins to the royal rulers, from Ferris wheels to locker rooms, it is a dramatic week.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:07PM

Phantasmagoria; or, Let Us Seek Death! by Cynthia Allen

Benjamin Stuber’s puppetry designs are a disappointment and should be more thoughtful and complementary to the play. Ghoulish puppets that are meant to disturb seem make-shift and thrown t…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 12:06PM

Open Circle returns with The Who’s Tommy (review) by Kelly McCorkendale

Open Circle’s The Who’s Tommy shakes the establishment not with its hard-hitting guitar riffs but with its fearless use of American Sign Language (ASL), a move more rock ‘n…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:06PM

Chita Rivera, Adam Pascal, Kate Baldwin, More Perform Classics on Broadway on the High Seas 7

Playbill\u2019s Broadway on the High Seas 7 sailed the Italian Riviera from September 21-30. On board the cruise were Faith Prince, Lindsay Mendez, Andr\u00E9a Burns, Adam Pascal, Brenda Bra…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Video Flash: EXCLUSIVE: How Simon McBurney Builds Imagination in The Encounter

The Broadway storyteller pulls back the veil on his solo show.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Casting Set for Signature Theatre's Silver Belles

The new holiday musical will star Donna Migliaccio.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Alexandra Socha and Corey Cott Will Star in Concert of Kerrigan and Lowdermilk’s Samantha Brown by Michael Gioia

Concerts will be recorded live at (le) Poisson Rouge for The Score podcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:58AM

Lady Gaga earns fourth No. 1 album with 'Joanne'

'Joanne' is 2016's fourth-largest debut.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 11:58AM

Broadway’s Les Liaisons Dangereuses Almost Referenced Donald Trump by Kaitlin Fontana

The new revival of 1985's Les Liaisons Dangereuses, starring Liev Schreiber and Janet McTeer, officially opened last night on Broadway. It's based on a French novel from 1782, and while its …

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:50AM

Industry Ticket Offers by Bt

Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba- Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 E Congress Pkwy, is offering $15 industry tickets for Saturday, November 5 at 7:30PM. Use promo code INDUSTRY online a…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 11:48AM

Cast of CAGNEY Set for Performance, CD Signing at Barnes & Noble by BroadwayWorld

Cagney, the hit musical about James Cagney currently playing at The Westside Theater, Upstairs, celebrates the release of its original New York cast recording with a special live performance…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

VIDEO: Kelly Ripa, Matt Bomer & More Channel HAMILTON on Special Halloween LIVE by TV News Desk

Today's Halloween edition of LIVE WITH KELLY opened with a reimagined version of 'Alexander Hamilton,' the opening tune from the hit Broadway musical HAMILTON.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

Christina Bianco to Premiere O COME, ALL YE DIVAS, at Charing Cross Theatre for the Holidays by BroadwayWorld

A star of Forbidden Broadway in New York and the West End, she will now premiere her special festive spectacular, O COME, ALL YE DIVAS, at Charing Cross Theatre for 15 performances from Tues…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

Debbie Gibson Apologizes to Theatre Community for Steroid Comments by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, in a recent interview for Oprah's 'Where Are They Now,' Debbie Gibson recently revealed that during her years as a young performer, she didn't hew as cl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

Review: ‘Guards at the Taj’ at Theatre Exile by Walter Bilderback

Guards at the Taj is the story of two young friends, Humayun (“Huma”) and Babur. The two are a sort of Indian vaudeville duo: Huma (Anthony Mustafa Adair) is the uptight straight man, Ba…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:39AM

Questioning Fugard About “Master Harold,” 28 Years Later by Howard Sherman

After its US debut at Yale Repertory Theatre in March 1982, and before it opened on Broadway in early May of that year, Athol Fugard’s MASTER HAROLD…and the boys played a one-week engage…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 11:29AM

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS – Touring by Kristy Stott

Other standout performances were that of Neil McDermott and Sophia Nomvete. McDermott played the Chief Weasel, a cunning and cruel Wild Wooder.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:23AM

Interviews: Caoilfhionn Dunne: Conor McPherson gives a poetry to the normal

Ahead of the London opening of The Nest, Irish actress Caoilfhionn Dunne talks Conor McPherson, how she got into acting and PJ Harvey's music for the show

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:18AM

Royal Court Season Includes New Plays by Jez Butterworth and Simon Stephens by Mark Shenton

Amongst the directors are Sam Mendes, Simon McBurney, John Tiffany, and Katie Mitchell.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:15AM

Jennifer Holliday enjoys 'a new lease on life' on Broadway by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- At the Broadway musical "The Color Purple," you can see a powerful tale of redemption and empowerment. That's not just the show - it&ap…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:15AM

Kingdom Come: Catfishing and Online Disinhibition by Roundabout

In Kingdom Come, characters Samantha and Layne entangle themselves in a complicated instance of classic online catfishing, the term used to describe a relationship in which at least one part…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 11:13AM

Eurydice at NextStop Theatre (review) by Tim Treanor

In the ancient tale immortalized by Ovid, the great poet and singer Orpheus married a woman named Eurydice. Shortly after the wedding, a poisonous snake bit Eurydice, and she died. Orpheus w…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:12AM

American Songbook Season to Feature Sutton Foster, Liz Callaway, Heather Headley by Andrew Gans

The husband-and-wife songwriting team of Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez will also perform.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

American actors should give up ridiculous British accents by Barbara Hoffman

Kurt Vonnegut once wrote about a dystopian world that mandated mediocrity, so that beautiful people had to mask themselves, while brilliant ones donned headsets to scatter their thoughts. I …

SOURCE: The New York Post at 11:06AM

Podcast Episode 96 – Tony Nominated Composer, Lyricist, and more Andrew Lippa.

I go back a long way with Andrew Lippa . . . so far back that he didn’t even remember meeting me!  (You’ll have to listen to the podcast to hear the full story, including me war…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

Beckett’s Radio Play All That Fall Is Part of White Light Festival by Olivia Clement

The show will be staged in a room with ambient lighting and the audience seated in rocking chairs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

NAMT’s Festival of New Musicals Brings Exciting Diverse Work to New World Stages by Navida Stein

It’s been said it takes five to ten years to get a musical produced, which obviously makes writing a musical a genuine labor of love.  I was fortunate to experience a few of these labor…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 11:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Photos: Opening Night of Les Liaisons Dangereuses on Broadway by Monica Simoes

Janet McTeer, Liev Schreiber, Birgitte Hjort Sørensen, and Elena Kampouris hit the red carpet for the opening of Les Liaisons Dangereuses.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58AM

Park Theatre revives Jonathan Larson's Tick, Tick... Boom!

Following Rent's revival at the St James Theatre this year, next year we'll get a second dose of Jonathan Larson with Aria Entertainment's revival of his early autobiographical piece, first …

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 10:43AM

The Tempest review – groundbreaking Shakespeare for autistic audiences by Lyn Gardner

Orange Tree, RichmondFlute Theatre’s innovative production gives children the chance to play out the scenes initiated by the actors“The isle is full of noises,” says Caliban, and it ce…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:42AM

Meat Loaf webchat – post your questions now by Guardian Staff

The Bat Out of Hell singer is joining us to answer your questions in a live webchat on Wednesday 2 November – post them in the comments below 1.24pm GMT With his energetic strutting, might…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:42AM

Magnificence review – Brenton's take on 70s Britain still explodes with anger by Michael Billington

Finborough, LondonHoward Brenton’s play about the ringleader of a chaotic squat is given a timely revival by Josh RocheHoward Brenton’s play dates from 1973: a period when Britain was ev…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:42AM

West End’s ‘Guys and Dolls’ Revival Begins International Tour by Matthew Wexler

Sponsored content. Less than two months after film star Rebel Wilson joined the cast, replacing actress Samantha Spiro (Merrily We Roll Along) in the role of “Miss Adelaide,” the West En…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:42AM

Power Play: ‘Coriolanus’ at Red Bull Theater by Matthew Wexler

By Samuel L. Leiter With Red Bull Theater’s production of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, a tragedy based on power, pride, and politics once again has been wrenched from its historical mooring…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:42AM

What's Playing on Broadway: October 31- November 6, 2016 by BroadwayWorld

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for the week of October 31- November 6, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

The Theater People Podcast Welcomes Broadway Beast Mandy Gonzalez by Theater People Podcast

On Monday, Theater People podcast welcome's HAMILTON'S Mandy Gonzalez. Shemade her Broadway debut in 2000 in AIDA as the Amnneris standby. She eventually took the role over full-time. She we…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Tony Winner Denis O'Hare Set for THIS IS US Multi-Episode Story Arc by TV News Desk

Tony Award winner and AMERICAN HORROR STORY actor Denis O'Hare has booked a multi-episode guest starring appearance on NBC's new hit drama series THIS IS US.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Exclusive Podcast: 'Behind the Curtain' Welcomes Back the Legendary Martin Charnin by Behind The Curtain

Martin Charnin is back with Rob and Kevin to discuss the second part of his career which includes collaborations with Richard Rodgers, Charles Strouse, Dorothy Loudon, and Danny Kaye.In part…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Sutton Foster, Heather Headley & More Will Take Part in Lincoln Center Songbook Series in 2017! by BroadwayWorld

Lincoln Center's acclaimed American Songbook series returns for its 18th season of celebrating the best in American singing and songwriting. During February and March 2016, established and r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Review: Magnificence, Finborough Theatre by Fergus Morgan

It’s not difficult to see why the Finborough has programmed a revival of Howard Brenton’s Magnificence. Written in 1973 during a time of financial crisis, IRA terrorism, and an emergent …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 10:36AM

Guillaume Tell, Metropolitan Opera, New York

A listless production of Rossini’s opera was interrupted by a safety scare

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:30AM

NEWS: Broadway comedy Chinglish gets European premiere in new Park season of comedies by Press Releases

Park Theatre’s new Spring Summer 2017 season features an array of new writing across both spaces including several world premiere comedies together with the long-awaited European premiere …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:29AM

Kelli O’Hara shares Carnegie Hall solo debut with family, friends by Joe Dziemianowcz

"Never go solo," says this Broadway star. "Never have, never will, never want to."

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:19AM

CD Review: American Football’s “American Football (LP2)” by Joseph Daley

American Football's new album would be a fine effort for anyone but American Football.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:18AM

Vladimir Zeldin, World’s Oldest Working Actor, Is Dead at 101 by Andrew Gans

Mr. Zeldin’s wife confirmed the news.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:15AM

SIDE SHOW – Southwark Playhouse by Ian Foster

With book and lyrics written by Bill Russell and music by Henry Krieger, Side Show has managed two abortive runs on Broadway since premiering in 1997, so it makes sense for Southwark Playhou…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:10AM

Review:Coriolanus at curtainup.com/ by Deirdre Donovan

a new production by the Red Bull Theatre Company just as New York voters are poised to vote for their next president.

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 10:09AM

Photo Flash: Pierce Brosnan, Naomi Watts Catch Liev Schreiber and Janet McTeer's Sultry Liaisons

The new Broadway revival of Christopher Hampton's Les Liaisons Dangereuses celebrates its opening night.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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REVIEW: The Entertainer, Garrick Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Alexa Terry

By Alexa Terry The Entertainer’, a brilliantly performed play paralleling the breakdown of the British Empire and the decline of music hall, which concludes Kenneth Branagh’s season at t…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:59AM

Ryan Murphy Reveals AMERICAN HORROR STORY: 'Murder House'/'Coven' Crossover Season! by TV News Desk

AMERICAN HORROR STORY creator Ryan Murphy spoke atEW's Popfestyesterday and revealed that he is planning a crossover season involving both the first season Murder House and third season Cove…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

BWW Review: Janet McTeer and Liev Schreiber Star In Visually Gorgeous and Emotionally Stark LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES by Michael Dale

An older man makes it clear that he intends to have his way with a young woman who trusted him. When she struggles, he assures her that she won't be believed if she says she wasn't asking fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

Grand Ole Opry to Open an Entertainment Complex in Times Square by Robert Viagas

The Nashville landmark will become an urban cowboy with Opry City Stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM

Denis O’Hare Lands Role on NBC’s This Is Us by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning actor will be seen in a recurring role.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:50AM

Anastasia Composer Weds Longtime Partner by Ruthie Fierberg

Tony-winning composer Stephen Flaherty and Trevor Hardwick were married.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM

GRACE NOTES: Monday, October 31, 2016 by Susan Grace

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Photos: Les Liaisons Dangereuses Opening Night by John Vermeer

It's opening night at the Booth Theatre for the Liev Schreiber led revival of the 1985 classic.

SOURCE: Broadway Style Guide at 09:36AM

I prefer my Shakespeare without neon lights – that doesn’t make me a luddite by Michele Hanson

I’m delighted that Emma Rice is taking her weird ideas and leaving the Globe theatre. I prefer stuff that has been around for a few centuriesI am browned off with nearly everything modern:…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:31AM

Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- featuring Daphne Rubin-Vega by Little Known Facts W/ Ilana Levine

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:31AM

Adam Driver and More to Star in the 8th Annual Arts in the Armed Forces at Studio 54 by BroadwayWorld

The 8th annual Arts in the Armed Forces Broadway show will feature Adam Driver, Keri Russell and Pablo Schreiber this year in TAPE on November 7 at 730 pm at Studio 54.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:31AM

Sublime Acting, Extravagant Design Grapple With Stolid Structure In The Audience by Bill Hirschman

The Audience, the West End sensation turned Tony winner , conjures 10 meetings, between Queen Elizabeth II and her prime ministers. The play’s regional premiere at Maltz Jupiter Theatre,…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 09:24AM

Les Liaisons dangereuses, Booth Theatre, New York

Christopher Hampton’s revived drama is a swirl of love and jealousy

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Stephen Hough songs, Wigmore Hall, London — review

A beautifully sung premiere was among the works in a wide-ranging programme

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Photos: First look at Michael C Hall, Amy Lennox and the cast of Lazarus

The musical, which is currently in previews, opens at the King's Cross Theatre next week

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:06AM

Features: Top 5 theatre openings this week: 31 October - 6 November

We round up the productions and performances you should be booking for this week

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:06AM

Vampires, Ghosts and Witches Among My Relations by Trav S.D.

  Happy Halloween! Today we continue our series of family background posts by relating some relatives with a spooky connection. I’m not really close kin to most of these characters, b…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:06AM

Keats: The Eve of St. Agnes by Trav S.D.

Happy birthday to the Romantic poet John Keats (1795-1821). It being also Halloween, today we share a narrative poem from his quill we found to be especially Gothic, the 42 stanza Spencerian…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:06AM

Trick… or Trans? by Admin

  A few weeks ago I was asked to be a panelist at Samuel French’s #Identityweek panel for a discussion regarding transgender visibility both on stage and off. The discussion covered a…

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 09:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Photo Coverage: Step into the LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES' After Party by Walter McBride

BroadwayWorld has a look at the LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES' after party below

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Photo Coverage: Inside the LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES' Opening Night Arrivals by Walter McBride

BroadwayWorld was at opening night catching all of the arrivals before the show. Check out the photos below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:36AM

BWW Blog: Dalton Allison - Broadway and The Chicago Cubs, A Comparison? by Guest Blogger: Dalton Allison

BesidesDamn Yankees,there is not much common ground between the baseball world and the theater world. In case you have not heard, the Chicago Cubs have finally climbed back to the World Seri…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:36AM

A Peek Behind The Throne: Making The Audience by Bill Hirschman

For 60 years, Queen Elizabeth has been beloved, despised, served as a role model for some and a target for others, but always been the somewhat removed iconic image of unflappable composure …

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 08:24AM

Sam Mendes returns to London stage with Jez Butterworth play by Mark Brown Arts Correspondent

Bond director to take on new Troubles-set work by Jerusalem writer for Royal Court’s 2017 seasonAfter two huge James Bond blockbusters, Sam Mendes is returning to his subsidised theatre ro…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Why Broadway's 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses' Almost Included Donald Trump References by Ashley Lee

Liev Schreiber and Janet McTeer star in the revival, which opened Sunday and was attended by Pierce Brosnan, F. Murray Abraham, Zac Posen, Alan Cumming and Naomi Watts.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:21AM

SWEENEY TODD – Colchester by Ian Foster

For much as I'd love us to be in a place where it doesn't matter, it still feels important to note that Hugh Maynard is the first black man to play the role of Sweeney Todd professionally in…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:19AM

Park Theatre boosts access with new season by Matthew Hemley

Miriam Margolyes, Morgana Robinson and Michelle Collins feature in Park Theatre’s new season, which sees an access performance programmed for every production

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:18AM

Ed Vaizey: arts world ‘suffers from left-wing groupthink’ by David Hutchison

Former culture minister Ed Vaizey has claimed that the arts suffer from industry “groupthink” and are too resistant to alternative points of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:18AM

Noma Dumezweni calls for creation of ‘West End creche’ by Matthew Hemley

Actor Noma Dumezweni has spoken of the challenges she faces as a parent working in theatre, revealing that “work just stopped” when

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:18AM

BFI’s Deborah Williams appointed to lead TV diversity body by Georgia Snow

Deborah Williams has been appointed executive director of the Creative Diversity Network. Williams will join the television industry body, which focuses on

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:18AM

Bat Out of Hell Musical Sets West End Premiere by Mark Shenton

It will preview first in Manchester from February to April

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:17AM

Bat Out of Hell Musical Sets West End Premiere by Mark Shenton

The new Jim Steinman musical is based on the cult 1977 Meat Loaf album.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:17AM

Theatre News: Miriam Margolyes to star in Park Theatre's new season

The theatre's new season also features Michelle Collins and a revival of musical Tick, Tick...Boom!

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:12AM

Poll: Is Shakespeare’s Globe right to return to more traditional theatre practice? by The Stage

Last week, Shakespeare’s Globe announced that artistic director Emma Rice would be stepping down from her post in 2018, and that the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:01AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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The Old Vic 2017 Season will feature Daniel Radcliffe by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The Old Vic has announced three productions today which will join their already anounced schedule of shows for 2017. The new shows are Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:52AM

The ties that bind by Terry Teachout

I was nosing around Facebook the other day when I stumbled across a reproduction of a picture postcard that bore on its face an ancient black-and-white photograph of the first church that I …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:30AM

HARROGATE – Touring by Ian Foster

Richard Twyman's production of Harrogate proves to be rather unsettlingly brilliant, anchored by two expertly slippery performance from Sarah Ridgeway and Nigel Lindsay.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:20AM

Jez Butterworth to premiere new play at Royal Court by Georgia Snow

Jez Butterworth is to return to the Royal Court with a new play directed by Sam Mendes. Butterworth’s Ferryman will premiere in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:18AM

Broadway AM Report, 10/31/2016 - Happy Halloween! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news Happy Halloween Paul Alexander Nolan starts his run as 'Billy Flynn' in CHICAGO, and GOTHAM's Robin Lord Taylor joins WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT this evening

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18AM

BWW's On This Day - October 31, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 31 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18AM

Photo Coverage: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES'- Opening Night Bows by Walter McBride

BroadwayWorld has a look at the opening night bows of Les Liaisons Dangereuses

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18AM

Just because: Boris Karloff appears on This Is Your Life by Terry Teachout

Boris Karloff is the guest on an episode of This Is Your Life, hosted by Ralph Edwards. This episode was originally telecast by NBC on November 20, 1957: (This is the latest in a series of a…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

NEWS: Sam Mendes directs Butterworth’s The Ferryman, Royal Court 2017 season announced by Press Releases

The Royal Court Theatre announces spring/summer season of work. The new season includes eight world premieres, four UK and international collaborations and the return of a seminal Royal Cour…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:02AM

Almanac: W.H. Auden on major and minor poets by Terry Teachout

“The difference between major and minor poetry has nothing to do with the difference between better and worse poetry. Indeed it is frequently the case that a minor poet produces more singl…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Sam Mendes to direct Jez Butterworth play in new Royal Court season

Other highlights include the premiere of Simon Stephens' Nuclear War and John Tiffany directing Jim Cartwright's Road

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:54AM

Experts’ Oscars 2017 predictions for Best Picture: ‘La La Land’ still in front but watch out for ‘Moonlight’ by Paul Sheehan

“La La Land” still lead sin the Oscar race for Best Picture. Eighteen of our 24 Oscar experts derived from major media outlets continue to back Damien Chazelle‘s roma…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 06:40AM

Yes, I do support technical theatre … & #TheatreCraft by Susan Elkin

Last week I was  variously accused (good old Twitter) of marginalising, undermining, undervaluing and failing to respect technical theatre professionals in general and stage managers in…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:30AM

Stratford Festival taps talent old and new for season themed around identity by J. Kelly Nestruck

With a variety of faces and plays, this season explores themes of Canadian identity in the lead-up to the country’s 150th anniversary

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 06:00AM

The Green Room: What makes for a good drama school? by Thomas Hescott

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details… Albert

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How Tara Arts breathed new life into its home by Ak Bennett-Hunter

Tara Arts’ reconfigured base was made possible when Network Rail granted the south London theatre company a lease on a small plot

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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The Most Vicious Reviews Written About 'Glitter,' 'Showgirls,' and Other Camp Classics by Jesse Steinbach

Michael MustoLady Gagabarbra streisandMichael MustoThe potential horror of sitting through terrible movies is more than made up for by the chance to read (or write) reviews skewering them fo…

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Today on Broadway: Monday, October 31, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: “The Color Purple” Announces Closing, “Les Liaisons Dangereuses” Opens, Ars Nova Gets Litigious, & Actors Want #FairWageOnstage! “Today on Broadway” …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Review: Review: Magnificence (Finborough Theatre)

Josh Roche directs this revival of Howard Brenton's 1973 play

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World’s oldest active theater actor Zeldin dies at 101 by Associated Press

The wife of Russian actor Vladimir Zeldin, who has been described as the world’s oldest working actor, says that he has died in Moscow. He was 101.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:42AM

Homotopia Festival: Hamburger Queen rises again in Liverpool by Vicky Anderson

From rags to riches, from Liverpool to London, from Nabzys to Nandos… The Rise and Fall of The Hamburger Queen is a one-woman comedy show on at The Unity Theatre as part of Homotopia Festi…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:40AM

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui Off Off Broadway, The Cave at St. George's Reviewed by Ran Xia BOTTOM LINE: Lyra Theater's superbly relevant production of Brecht's The Resistible Rise of …

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 05:24AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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World's oldest active theater actor Zeldin dies at 101

MOSCOW (AP) -- The wife of Russian actor Vladimir Zeldin, who has been described as the world's oldest working actor, says that he has died in Moscow. He was 101....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:53AM

Back to the rivers of blood: Enoch Powell returns to a divided Britain by Mark Fisher

In 1968, MP Enoch Powell prophesied doom over mass immigration. Now, nearly 50 years later, Ian McDiarmid is playing him in new drama What Shadows. How does it feel to voice his notorious sp…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:12AM

Bolshoi Confidential review – where scandal waits in the wings by Lucy Ash

Simon Morrison’s intoxicating history of the Bolshoi Ballet suggests that the recent acid attack on its artistic director was far from an aberrationI’ll never forget watching the “fath…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:12AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Plan your week’s theatre: top tickets by Lyn Gardner

The RSC’s Cymbeline moves to the Barbican in London, there are world premieres by David Greig and Ron Hutchinson at the Arcola, and Red Cape celebrate everyday heroism in NewburyWhat is it…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:54AM

Mark Shenton’s week: Gyllenhaal sings Sondheim in New York by Mark Shenton

A New York-based theatre friend told me the other day it was nearly time to shake off this mortal coil. No, he

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

Josh Roche: ‘I don’t buy this idea that more money makes a show shallow and populist’ by David Hutchison

As well as serving as an assistant director on a number of Royal Shakespeare Company and Shakespeare’s Globe productions, Josh Roche is

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

Nathaniel Wade: 5 tips for training without drama school by Susan Elkin

Nathaniel Wade, 21, was offered a drama school place upon leaving school in 2014, but didn’t feel ready. Instead, he has opted

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

Using Data to Make Your Website Better…Stronger…FASTER by Drew McManus

Recently, fellow ArtsHacker, Ceci Dadisman, and I enjoyed giving a presentation to attendees of the Institute of Outdoor Theatre 2016 conference on how to use Google Analytics (GA) to make d…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Love, Love, Love by Elizabeth Wollman

Every so often, especially when you don't get too close or take them too seriously, selfish people can be enormously entertaining company. In Love, Love, Love, Mike Bartlett's short, lacerat…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 02:42AM

Edna O'Brien on James Joyce's Exiles by Edna O'Brien

James Joyce wrote only one play, Exiles. It was rejected by theatres and scorned by critics, but it gives us a valuable insight into his turbulent marriage"I expound Shakespeare to docile Tr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:24AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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‘Kinky Boots’ at Adelphi Theatre, London by Amanda Avery

‘Kinky Boots,’ a new play is currently on view at the Adelphi Theatre, London and will continue to run through May 6, 2017.The show narrates the tale of Charlie Price, played by David Hu…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 01:52AM

Episode 418 - Livestream Season Finale Concert! (Presented by Howl Round TV) by Joel B. New

The Season 4 finale of Joel B. New's musical theatre podcast "Something New" took to the stage in the form of a livestream concert on Saturday, October 8th. An audio recording of the event h…

SOURCE: Buzzsprout at 01:42AM

'Delirium': Cabaret version of Dostoyevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov'

Can any novel be transformed into a two-hour play? Undaunted by the epic scope of Dostoyevsky's The Brothers Karamazov, EgoPo Classic Theatre opens its season with Delirium, presented by The…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 01:31AM

‘Madama Butterfly’ at Capitol Theatre, Haymarket by Oliver Crowe

The Capitol Theatre, Haymarket, is hosting one of Opera Australia’s most loved productions, 'Madama Butterfly', till November 4, 2017.'Madama Butterfly' is one of the world’s most famous…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 01:27AM

All He Cares About Is Love! Paul Alexander Nolan Begins Performances in Chicago on Broadway by Broadway.com

Paul Alexander Nolan will begin to razzle dazzle 'em in Chicago when he begins performances on October 31. He steps in as Billy Flynn for Jason Danieley in the production, which is runni…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12AM

The Life of a Song: ‘Ike’s Rap II’

Portishead and Tricky contest who first sampled Isaac Hayes’s aching strings score

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What’s on TV Monday: ‘People of Earth’ and ‘Conan’ at the Apollo Theater by Kathryn Shattuck

Conan O’Brien brings aliens to Beacon, N.Y., in “People of Earth,” starring Wyatt Cenac, and then his own late-night show, “Conan,” to Harlem.

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Jennifer Holliday enjoys 'a new lease on life' on Broadway by Associated Press

NEW YORK — At the Broadway musical "The Color Purple," you can see a powerful tale of redemption and empowerment. That's not just the show — it's also the story of one of the actresses.J…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 01:00AM

Welsh Lessons with "Lucifer" Star Tom Ellis by Young Hollywood

Welsh Lessons with "Lucifer" Star Tom Ellis "Lucifer" star Tom Ellis returns to the YH Studio where he discusses the irony of playing the Devil on his hit Fox show while coming from a family…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Monday, October 31, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 10/29-10/30/2016

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, October 30, 2016 - Sunday, October 30, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:48AM

Jake Gyllenhaal and Ryan Reynolds Go to Mars in Life Trailer and Surprise, It Is Terrifying, This Is Why You Don't Leave Earth by Julia Edelman

If you wish there were more movies that combined space and Ryan Reynolds' biting sarcasm, then you're in luck. Life, directed by Daniel Espinosa (Safe House), follows Jake Gyllenhaal and Rya…

SOURCE: Vulture at 12:17AM

Black Rep revisits its popular 'Dreamgirls' for 40th anniversary celebration by Kevin C. Johnson St. Louis Post-Dispatch

The theater company will perform a special concert version of "Dreamgirls."

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 12:12AM

What’s the One Thing Denée Benton Will Never Skip Before Stepping Onstage as Great Comet’s Natasha? by Olivia Clement

The breakout star is known among her friends as a raging optimist, but there is one thing that keeps her up at night.

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From Shining City to Sleep No More: Theatre’s 9 Scariest Onstage Moments by Robert Viagas

Think horror is just for the movies? These shows prove theatre can be just as terrifying.

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