Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Cast announced for Muriel’s Wedding The Musical by Arts Review

Following an extensive search, Sydney Theatre Company and Global Creatures have announced, that the lead role in one of the most anticipated shows of 2017 has been won by newcomer Maggie McK…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:47PM

Cultivate Paranoia Or A Constructive Environment? by Joe Patti

Over the years I have written about studies which have found that the younger generation starting careers in non-profit organizations weren’t content to put in long hours and pay their…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 11:42PM

'Muriel would be a YouTube star now': Maggie McKenna to star in Muriel's Wedding the Musical by Steph Harmon

The daughter of Kath & Kim star Gina Riley will play the title role in Simon Phillips and PJ Hogan’s modern-day stage adaptation As the originator of one of Australia’s most beloved …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:36PM

Review: ‘A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline’ at Infinity Theatre Company by Bev Fleisher

Patsy Cline’s spirit inhabited the theater when Laura Stracko sang some of Cline’s later and best known songs including “Sweet Dreams,” “She’s Got You,” “I Fall to Pieces” …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:25PM

Call Redialed: Lane Bradbury: "Let Me Entertain You, Again" at Don't Tell Mama by Call Me Adam

Call Redialed: I have interviewed Lane Bradbury, Broadway's original "Dainty June" in "Gypsy" twice before about her upcoming one-woman show "Let Me Entertain You, Again," but this time arou…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 11:25PM

Charismatic stars flash at the Muny's opening show, 'Jesus Christ Superstar' by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

"Jesus Christ Superstar" director Gordon Greenberg brings the present, the 1970s and ancient times together

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 11:12PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Bella: An American Tall Tale at Playwrights Horizons by Dan O'Neil

Kirsten Childs' larger than life heroine does some serious booty-smacking. Dan O'Neil reviews. The post Review: Bella: An American Tall Tale at Playwrights Horizons appeared first on Exeunt…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 10:42PM

Three more Colorado communities receive state’s creative district designation by Erin Douglas

Manitou Springs, Steamboat Springs and Denver's Westwood received a certification as creative districts Tuesday, joining 18 others in the state-supported program to expand Colorado's creativ…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 10:36PM

Theater News: Invincible

Next-door neighbors meet, greet, and quarrel in this off-Broadway transfer from England.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM

Review: Expecting Isabel

Lisa Loomer's dramatic comedy about infertility opens at the Barrow Group.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM

Review: Invincible

Next-door neighbors meet, greet, and quarrel in this off-Broadway transfer from England.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Muriel’s Wedding cast announcement by Matt Edwards

Producers Sydney Theatre Company and Global Creatures today released the first cast announcement for their upcoming stage adaption of the smash hit 90’s movie Muriel’s Wedding.…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:52PM

Sally Darling: Love, Lust and Longing by Marilyn Lester

Sally Darling is a performer’s performer. With a combination of wit, good humor and enthusiasm – plus a Mabel Mercer-like approach to interpreting a song – she’ll leave you knowing y…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 09:49PM

Voices…..from 2 Directions: Amanda McBroom’s new CD & Live Show by Bart Greenberg

The American troubadour Amanda McBroom made her Birdland debut on Monday evening, June 5, 2017 to promote the release of her newest CD, Voices. A celebrity-packed audience (Austin Pendleton,…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 09:40PM

Review: Julius Caesar at curtainup.com by Elyse Sommer

a Trump-inspired Caesar steps out of a bathtub to meet those who've come not to praise but to bury him/

SOURCE: www.curtainup at 09:40PM

Playhouse shows' directors take home dual Tony Awards by James Hebert

The Tony Awards took a surprise direction for two La Jolla Playhouse-bred shows last night — with “direction” being the operative word. While the musical “Come From Away” and the p…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:37PM

Results Revealed: Who YOU think is going to win the Tony Awards.

Ok, just one more prediction post to make all the nominees just a wee bit more nervy before tomorrow’s big day. But as I said yesterday in my “What Really Excites Me About This Y…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 09:37PM

Six things to look for at the 2017 Tony Awards by James Hebert

It’s true that the Tony Awards chose an unusual suspect to host the 2017 edition of the annual Broadway theater honors. But the anointing of Kevin Spacey — the Oscar-winning actor (“Th…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:37PM

What really excites me about this year’s Tony Awards.

In 48 hours, the weeks, months, and years of anticipation for so many will be over.  (That’s right, I said years . . . because who doesn’t come up for an idea of a musical and …

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 09:37PM

My Top 5 Moments of the 2017 Tony Awards.

Well, another Tony Awards is in the books! And, I gotta say, when Michael Aronov won for Oslo at the top of the show over the beloved Danny DeVito, I thought we were in for a night of sur…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 09:37PM

Who won the $500 in our 2017 Tony Awards Pool?

You may recall that we ran an online Tony Pool over the past several weeks.  And it is now time to crown the winner . . . Ok, well, not just yet. Before we announce who won the 500 smacker…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 09:37PM

Dear Evan Hansen wins big at the 71st Tony Awards

Songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul win best score in the 71st Tony Awards for their hit Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 09:37PM

Fingers crossed for two Philly plays at Sunday's Tony Awards

The 2017 Tony Awards, broadcast live on CBS at 8 p.m. Sunday, may defy a post-Hamilton slump with two strong contenders with firm Philadelphia roots - the musical Dear Evan Hansen and the pl…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 09:37PM

Tony Awards tons of fun, but try to do too much at once by Joe Dziemianowicz

The Tony Awards on Sunday proved an object lesson on that dusty trope.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:37PM

Cynthia Nixon gets political in Tony Awards acceptance speech by Kate Feldman

Cynthia Nixon got political at the Tony Awards, but didn’t name names.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:37PM

Sally Field honors Planned Parenthood during Tony Awards by Kate Feldman

Sally Field continued speaking out at the Tony Awards Sunday night, this time in the form of a Planned Parenthood pin.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:37PM

Tonys 2017: Winners and losers of the 71st Annual Tony Awards by Kate Feldman

With no “Hamilton,” the 2017 Tony Awards are free for the taking.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:37PM

The 2017 Tony Awards: Lost in Spacey by Michael Schulman

Who says that theatre can’t cause a ruckus? On Sunday, as CBS was teasing “Broadway’s biggest night,” controversy was engulfing the Public Theatre’s production of “Julius Caesar,…

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 09:37PM

Tony Awards had some drama despite lack of hit like 'Hamilton' by Kate Feldman, Leonard Greene

The first upset came early, with Michael Aronov winning the trophy for best featured actor.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:37PM

Tony Awards host Kevin Spacey: How would you rate his first time emceeing Broadway’s biggest night? by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey is certainly used to accepting show business awards, with two Oscars, four SAG Awards, a Golden Globe and a Tony crowding his mantle. But he had never been asked to host one of …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ sweeps, Bette Midler wins, ‘Oslo’ takes Best Play by Paul Sheehan

Critics darling “Dear Evan Hansen” won Best Musical at Sunday’s Tony Awards. It also claimed two acting awards: lead Ben Platt and featured actress Rachel Bay Jones. Recent…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards 2017 winners: Best prediction scores by our Editors and Users by Chris Beachum

Congratulations to our User Zach Russo for an outstanding top score of 87.50% when predicting the 2017 Tony Awards winners on Sunday. He is just ahead of 20 other people scoring 83.33%. Russ…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

2017 Tony Awards predictions: Complete odds in all categories by Paul Sheehan

Looking for a handy cheat sheet before entering your predictions for the 2017 Tony Awards winners on Sunday, June 11? Take a look at our racetrack odds below. The predicted winners are indic…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Hey, Tony Awards voters: You only have till 6 p.m. today (June 9) to fill out your ballots by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards takes place on Sunday, June 11 at New York’s Radio City Music Hall and airs live on CBS. The 863 members of the Broadway community who decide…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards predictions: Toughest 3 musical categories made easy by Sam Eckmann

If you want to do well in our prediction contest, you will have to make smart choices in the design categories. With a jam packed season of beautiful looking musicals, a mistake in any one o…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards predictions: ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ ‘Oslo,’ Bette Midler, Kevin Kline will win by Paul Sheehan

“Dear Evan Hansen” will win five Tony Awards on Sunday (June 11), including the coveted prize of Best Musical. Another new tuner, “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 18…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards predictions: Toughest 3 play categories made easy by Sam Eckmann

Plenty of attention is paid to the top races and acting categories at the Tony Awards. But if you are looking to do well in our prediction contest, you will also have to make smart choices i…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: Full list of winners in all 24 categories by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards took place on Sunday, June 11 at New York’s Radio City Music Hall and aired live on CBS. Nominees for these top theater kudos were determined…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: Meet the 51 people who decided the nominations by Paul Sheehan

While the Oscars, Emmys and Grammys canvass their entire memberships for nominations, the Tony Awards rely on 51 theater folk who attend all the shows that open on Broadway in a season. This…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards performance: ‘Come From Away’ cast in rousing rendition of ‘Welcome to the Rock’ [WATCH] by Paul Sheehan

The new musical “Come From Away” tells the story of how the 9,000 citizens of Gander, a small town in Newfoundland suddenly found themselves housing 7,000 stranded passengers whe…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards mystery solved: Who decides the winners? by Paul Sheehan

This year’s Tony Awards winners were decided by 839 folks who make their living working on Broadway.  Voters were sent paper ballots and they had two weeks, which ended at 6 p.m. ET o…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: 14 fascinating facts, records and stats by Jeffrey Kare

Of the winners at Sunday’s 71st annual Tony Awards, 14 stand out as unique achievement: “Indecent” is the first Best Play nominee to win Best Director (Rebecca Taichman) without wi…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: How to watch live stream online on Sunday by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards take place on Sunday, June 11. While the kudocast will go out live to TV viewers on the east coast beginning at 8 p.m. ET on CBS, the show will be …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: What time does the show start, who will win, who hosts? by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards will be telecast on CBS tonight (Sunday, June 11) at 8 p.m. PT and ET. While the kudocast will go out live to TV viewers on the east coast, the sho…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards cliffhanger: Will Laurie Metcalf (‘A Doll’s House, Part 2’) or Laura Linney (‘The Little Foxes’) finally win? by David Buchanan

In the five weeks between Tony Awards nominations being announced on May 2 and Sunday’s ceremony, the Best Actress in a Play contest has gone from predictable to nail-biter. With a overwhe…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards host Kevin Spacey teases Sunday’s show: ‘Everything’s on the table’ by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey isn’t saying much about what viewers will see when they tune in the Tony Awards on Sunday (June 11). All he will allow is that, “everything’s on the table, so don�…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards predictions: Manhattan Theatre Club will win Best Play Revival, but for which nominee? by Sam Eckmann

Manhattan Theatre Club had a stellar season on Broadway with revivals of August Wilson’s “Jitney” and Lillian Hellman’s “The Little Foxes” each reaping six nominations, inclu…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: 4 biggest shockers of the night include both directing winners by Charles Bright

This year’s Tony Awards basically went according to plan with the predicted winner in most of the 24 categories actually prevailing. But, like with any awards show, there are always bo…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: Good (Acceptance speeches), bad (Rachel Bloom) and ugly (Midler v. Orchestra) by Charles Bright

The 71st annual Tony Awards is now in the history books and once again it proved to be one of the best productions on television. But, as always, I’m always able to find a couple of fl…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: No Broadway newcomers number among acting winners by Charles Bright

For the first time in five years, none of the acting winners at this year’s Tony Awards did so for their Broadway debut. This is the 20th time that this happened over the 71-year histo…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Cynthia Nixon (‘The Little Foxes’): On activism & sisterhood with Laura Linney backstage at 2017 Tony Awards [WATCH] by Daniel Montgomery

“The women’s marches all over the country and all over the world I think were astonishing in scope, creativity and good humor, and their numbers,” said Cynthia Nixon backst…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Ben Platt (‘Dear Evan Hansen’) backstage at the Tony Awards on second-guessing himself [WATCH] by Daniel Montgomery

“There’s no human being who can say they haven’t at some point second-guessed who they are,” said Ben Platt backstage at the 2017 Tony Awards on June 11 after winning…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

Two head-to-head contests are the drama of the Tony Awards by Chris Jones

The 2016-17 Broadway season produced one blockbuster revival, "Hello Dolly" starring Bette Midler, an eye-popping show so singularly retro, fresh, spectacular and joyous as to render its co…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 09:37PM

Tony Awards predictions panic: Top races tighten as June 11 ceremony looms [WATCH] by David Buchanan

On the eve of the 71st Tony Awards on June 11, Gold Derby’s in-house trio of theater prognosticators — executive editor Paul Sheehan and contributing writers David Buchanan and Sam Eckma…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:37PM

The 2017 Tony Awards are a love letter for ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ by Chris Jones

"Dear Evan Hansen," the emotionally charged and wholly original musical about a troubled high school student whose very human travails explode over the heartless channels of social media, em…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: Winners Champion the Arts in Politically Charged Speeches by Cynthia Littleton

The turbulent state of culture and politics in the Trump era were top of mind for many Tony Award winners. A number of those who made the trip to the stage at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

TV Review: 71st Annual Tony Awards by Cynthia Littleton

Maybe it was inevitable that in the year after “Hamilton’s” triumph, the Tony Awards would seem to be lacking in pizzazz. The 71st annual Tony Awards was, as always, a well-pro…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

Tony Awards 2017: Updating Winners List by Variety Staff

Broadway’s biggest awards show officially kicks off on Sunday night. The 71st annual Tonys will see theater’s biggest stars gather for a night of performances, speeches, and of c…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

3 Big Takeaways From 2017 Tony Awards by Gordon Cox

There weren’t many surprises from this year’s Tony Awards ceremony, which handed “Dear Evan Hansen” its expected win for best new musical and saw major acting trophies go to Ben Plat…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

Tony Awards 2017: ‘Hello Dolly!,’ ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Up for Top Honors by Brent Lang

“Hello Dolly!,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” and “A Doll’s House, Part 2” are among the plays and musicals that are hoping to be crowned winners at the 71st …

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

TV Ratings: Tony Awards Tumble Without ‘Hamilton’ by Joseph Otterson

The 2017 Tony Awards were down significantly from last year according to Nielsen overnight data, which is not surprising given the fact that Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “Hamilton”…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

How to Watch the 71st Annual Tony Awards Live by Variety Staff

The 71st annual Tony Awards are just hours away from honoring the very best of Broadway for the 2016-17 season. Tony-winner Kevin Spacey will host Sunday’s show live from Radio City Mu…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

Tony Awards: Secrets From Inside the Room — And the After-Parties by Gordon Cox

About six million people watched the Tony Awards Sunday night on CBS — but a live audience of only about 6,000 caught the show from inside the room itself. Here’s what you missed…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:37PM

71st annual Tony Awards show by ,

       

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Tony Awards Fallout: ‘Sweat,’ Allison Janney’s ‘Six Degrees’ to Close by Gordon Cox

Two plays that walked away empty-handed from the Tony Awards ceremony have posted closing notices, now that it’s become clear that the awards-season attention hasn’t provided eno…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:36PM

The best-dressed women of the 2017 Tony Awards by Wochit, Wochit

Our picks are in! See who we think are the best-dressed women of the 71st Annual Tony Awards.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards: Mark Hamill thinks superhero movies need 'better stories' by Usatoday, Usatoday

The 'Star Wars' icon thinks the superhero-movie landscape is too crowded.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards: Mark Hamill remembers Adam West, his 'iconic' Batman by Usa Today, Usa Today

"He was, for all of us growing up, such an iconic figure," Mark Hamill told USA TODAY.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards 2017: Best dressed by Usa Today, Usa Today

The balmy heat of summer in New York did little to dampen the Tony Awards red carpet Sunday.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Here’s why stars are wearing blue ribbons at the Tony Awards by Usa Today, Usa Today

Remember those blue ribbons from the 2017 Oscar Awards? They’re back.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards 2017: The surprises, the headscratchers and everything in between by Special For Usa Today, Special For Usa Today

'Dear Evan Hansen' wins early awards and Cynthia Nixon took home her second Tony.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Winners: Who took home Tony Awards? by Usa Today, Usa Today

Here's who won at Sunday night's show        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards 2017 Red Carpet Excitement by ,

Maeve McDermott gets the scoop from Broadway's biggest stars on the red carpet at the 71st annual Tony Awards.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

'Dear Evan Hansen' wins six Tony Awards, including best musical by Usa Today, Usa Today

Bette Midler's 'Hello, Dolly!' took four, including lead actress and best musical revival.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Bette Midler steals the show at the Tony Awards by Ap, Ap

Actress Bette Midler refused to end her speech at the Tony Awards, as she accepted the award for Leading Actress in a Musical for "Hello, Dolly!." (June 12)      &n…

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

The Tony Awards: Who should and who will win Sunday by Asbury Park Press, Asbury Park Press

A critic thinks Bette Midler will strut her stuff as Dolly and take home an award.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

TV tonight: 'Tony Awards,' 'Celebrity Family Feud' returns by Usa Today, Usa Today

What’s worth watching, and what might not be, in prime time.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Weekend TV: 'Orange is the New Black' returns, 'Tony Awards' by Usa Today, Usa Today

What’s worth watching, and what might not be, in prime time.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards: Bette Midler's hilariously long speech stole the show by Usatoday, Usatoday

"Shut that crap off!" the 71-year-old yelled as the Tonys tried to play her off.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:36PM

Tony Awards Honor 'Dear Evan Hansen,' 'Oslo'

A number of musicals took home honors, including the new shows “Dear Evan Hansen” and “Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812” and the revival of “Hello, Dolly!” Among plays, …

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 09:36PM

What’s on TV Sunday: ‘Claws’ and the 71st Annual Tony Awards by Kathryn Shattuck

Kevin Spacey makes his hosting debut at the Tony Awards. Niecy Nash stars as a nail salon owner moving uptown in “Claws.” And Lorde closes out Bonnaroo.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:36PM

The Tony Awards -- rehearsals by Ken Levine

Almost better than attending the Tony’s is attending the Tony’s rehearsal. This week I got to watch two of them. I kept hope that actually being in Radio City the committee might say,…

SOURCE: Ken Levine at 09:36PM

Select list of winners of the 2017 Tony Awards by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- Select list of winners of the 2017 Tony Awards, announced Sunday:...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 09:36PM

Photo Gallery: The stars come out at the Tony Awards by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Tony Awards always seem to attract stars from TV, films and music - and, of course, plenty of stage stars. This year, the lineup featured Josh Groban, Scarlett Jo…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 09:36PM

‘Hello, Dolly!’ and ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Stars Win at 71st Annual Tony Awards

Ben Platt, Bette Midler, “Dear Evan Hansen,” and “Hello, Dolly!” were among the big winners at the 2017 Tony Awards, the biggest night of the year for Broadway—…

SOURCE: Backstage at 09:36PM

Tony Awards TV audience slumps without 'Hamilton'

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Some six million Americans watched the Tony Awards on television on Sunday, down sharply from last year's televised ceremony when pop culture juggernaut "Hamilton" do…

SOURCE: Reuters at 09:36PM

And the winner is ... a tie? Why this year's Tony Awards are so impossible to predict by Charles McNulty

You know it’s an interesting year for the Tony Awards when a critic is still arguing with himself in June over what should win best musical and best play. I’m divided between “Dear Eva…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:36PM

Timely shows, big stars vie for top honors at Broadway's Tony Awards

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Shows about teen suicide, Middle East peace negotiations, labor strife and the Sept. 11 attacks will square off on Sunday at the annual Tony Awards honoring the best of …

SOURCE: Reuters at 09:36PM

Essential Arts & Culture: L.A. Phil wraps up the season, Tony Awards coming up, reconsidering Frank Lloyd Wright by Carolina A. Miranda

Los Angeles Philharmonic winds down the season. The Tony Awards offer plenty of drama. And Frank Lloyd Wright turns 150. I’m Carolina A. Miranda, staff writer with the Los Angeles Times, w…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:36PM

Jerry Zaks on directing Bette Midler in 'Hello, Dolly!' and his sweet return to the Tony Awards by Barbara Isenberg

For the veteran director, the nomination for directing the Bette Midler juggernaut is his first Tony nod in 20 years -- a sweet moment for a four-time winner.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:36PM

The Tony Awards this year will focus on range, not brand recognition by Steven Zeitchik

The nearly 9 million people who tuned in to watch the Tony Awards last year saw the coronation of a pop-culture king: “Hamilton” won 11 prizes and creator Lin-Manuel Miranda gave an impa…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:36PM

Tony Awards: Big winners, surprise losers and what it all means for the theater by Steven Zeitchik

In February, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul fell just short of Hollywood’s highest honor when “La La Land,” the Southland-set musical they penned the lyrics for, failed to win best picture…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:36PM

Kevin Spacey displays fancy footwork during a sweet, corny and touching Tony Awards by Robert Lloyd, Robert Lloyd

Kevin Spacey was the somewhat surprising — though certainly not unqualified — host of the 71st running of the Broadway theater-honoring Tony Awards, broadcast Sunday night from New York�…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 09:36PM

Kevin Spacey kicks off Tony Awards with gentle humor by Associated Press

NEW YORK — Kevin Spacey kicked off his first-ever Tony Award hosting gig with grace and self-depreciating wit on Sunday, dancing, singing and joking his way through an opening number that…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 09:36PM

Kevin Spacey Parodies The Season’s Top Musicals In Tony Awards Opener by Madison Malone Kircher

Kicking off Sunday night’s Tony Awards, host Kevin Spacey – who, in case you’ve forgotten, is a Tony winner himself – sort-of sang and sort-of danced his way through modified musical…

SOURCE: Vulture at 09:36PM

Tony Awards Predictions 2017: Who’s Most Likely to Win? by Jason Clark

There is one thing every theater pundit can agree on regarding Sunday night’s 71st Annual Tony Awards: The winner of Best Actress in a Musical is the only sure Bette. Outside of the divine…

SOURCE: Vulture at 09:36PM

2017 Tony Awards: 'Dear Evan Hansen,' 'Hello, Dolly!' dominate by Vicki Hyman | Nj Advance Media For Nj.com

'Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812,' which had the most Tony Award nominations, only took home two trophies. 'Oslo' won for best play

SOURCE: NJ.com at 09:36PM

Present Laughter's Kevin Kline Wins Best Leading Actor In A Play At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See presenters David Oyelowo and Sarah Paulson present Kevin Kline with the Tony Award for Best Performance By An Actor In A Leading Role In A Play for his work in Present Laughter. Stream t…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Cynthia Nixon Wins Best Featured Actress In A Play At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See presenters Olivia Wilde and Tom Sturridge present Cynthia Nixon with the Tony Award for Best Performance By An Actress In A Featured Role In A Play for her work in Lillian Hellman's The …

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Laurie Metcalf Wins Best Leading Actress In A Play At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See Bette Midler present Laurie Metcalf with the Tony Award for Best Performance By An Actress In A Leading Role In A Play for her work in A Doll's House, Part 2. Stream the 71st Annual Tony…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Dear Evan Hansen's Rachel Bay Jones Wins Best Featured Actress In A Musical by CBS

See presenters Patina Miller and Sara Bareilles present Rachel Bay Jones with the Tony Award for Best Performance By An Actress In A Leading Role In A Musical for her work in Dear Evan Hanse…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Indecent's Rebecca Taichman Wins Best Direction Of A Play At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See presenters Allison Janney and Christopher Jackson present Rebecca Taichman with the Tony Award for Best Direction Of A Play for her work on Indecent. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards o…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Come From Away's Christopher Ashley Wins Best Direction Of A Musical At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See presenters Allison Janney and Christopher Jackson present Christopher Ashley with the Tony Award for Best Direction Of A Musical for his work on Come From Away. Stream the 71st Annual To…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

August Wilson's Jitney Wins Best Revival Of A Play At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See presenter Orlando Bloom present August Wilson's Jitney with the Tony Award for Best Revival Of A Play. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on CBS All Access.

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Oslo Wins Best Play At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See John Lithgow present Oslo with the Tony Award for Best Play. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on CBS All Access.

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Baayork Lee Wins The Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

Baayork Lee accepts the Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on CBS All Access.

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Hello, Dolly! Wins Best Revival Of A Musical At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

ee Stephen Colbert present Hello, Dolly! with the Tony Award for Best Revival Of A Musical. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on CBS All Access.

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Dear Evan Hansen's Ben Platt Wins Best Leading Actor In A Musical At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See Tina Fey present Ben Platt with the Tony Award for Best Performance By An Actor In A Leading Role In A Musical for his work in Dear Evan Hansen. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on CBS…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

In Memoriam: Watch This Moving Tribute To The Broadway Stars We Lost This Year by CBS

The Tony Awards honored the fallen trailblazers of Broadway with a moving performance of the Motown classic "It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday." Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on …

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Dear Evan Hansen Wins Best Musical At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See Lin-Manuel Miranda present Dear Evan Hansen with the Tony Award for Best Musical. Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on CBS All Access.

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Bette Midler Wins Best Leading Actress In A Musical At The 71st Annual Tony Awards by CBS

See Glenn Close present Bette Midler with the Tony Award for Best Performance By An Actress In A Leading Role In A Musical for her work in Hello, Dolly! Stream the 71st Annual Tony Awards on…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:28PM

Muriel's Wedding the Musical Finds Its Star & Sets Additional Casting for World Premiere by Andy Lefkowitz

Newcomer Maggie McKenna will take on the title role in Muriel's Wedding the Musical, the new stage adaptation of PJ Hogan’s hit 1994 film. The previously announced show will b…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:23PM

“The Soiled Dove” Flies from Barbary Coast to Big Top, in Alameda by Irene Nelson

Vau de Vire Burlesque Adds Circus to Dinner Theater by Irene Nelson Lightly clad in bright turquoise, including the feathers in her hair, eka.boo.button (aka Eka Malboeuf) carries a whiskey …

SOURCE: Theatrius at 09:07PM

‘Less than great, but more than good’: Stratford’s Guys and Dolls is ‘worth going a long way to see’ by Robert Cushman

Robert Cushman: I will lay you odds that the superimposition of one time-frame upon another is one reason that this musical becomes what is known as timeless

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 09:04PM

Musically, Stratford’s HMS Pinafore is ‘irreproachable’, rarely obscuring the fun of the original by Robert Cushman

Robert Cushman: At times, I thought the constant motion of all the characters actually helped the story; at others, I thought it got in the way

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 09:04PM

Broadway’s first Tony victims get the ax by Michael Riedel

The fallout from Sunday’s Tony Awards was swift and brutal. Two shows that went home empty-handed, “Sweat” and “Six Degrees of Separation,” posted closing notices on Tuesday. Criti…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 09:00PM

Theater News: Muriel's Wedding The Musical Casts Newcomer in Title Role

The Sydney Theatre Company world premiere finds its star.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Maggie McKenna Will Lead MURIEL'S WEDDING at Sydney Theatre Company by BroadwayWorld

Following an exhaustive search, Sydney Theatre Company and Global Creatures today announced that the lead role in one of the most anticipated shows of 2017 has been won by newcomer Maggie Mc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54PM

Laura Benanti to Return as Melania Trump on Tonight's LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT by TV News Desk

Today, Benanti turned to Twitter to tease a possible return of Melania on tonight's episode of the CBS late show. Check out the post below.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54PM

Los Angeles Theater Review: FUCK TINDER: A LOVE STORY (Sacred Fools Theatre in Hollywood) by Tony Frankel

IT’S LIKE REAL LIFE, BUT BETTER About a decade ago, I was having a miserable time dating. The age of electronica was firmly in place, and chat rooms, lengthy bios, and requested cock s…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 08:42PM

Lynn Nottage’s ‘Sweat’ to Close on Broadway by Joshua Barone

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play, which was nominated for three Tony Awards but won none of them, will close on June 25.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:33PM

Best Drama Series: Every Emmy winner from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Pulitzer Prize Playhouse’ by Tony Ruiz

The Emmy Awards did not begin honoring dramatic programming until the third annual ceremony in 1951, when “Pulitzer Prize Playhouse” won the first trophy for Best Drama Series. Since the…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 08:30PM

World Premiere of Muriel’s Wedding Musical Casts Its Muriel by Andrew Gans

Initial casting has been announced for the production, which will premiere in Australia in November at the Sydney Theatre Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:28PM

The Government Inspector - Looking Out For Number One Was Never This Much Fun by Judd Hollander

Reviewed by Judd HollanderRed Bull Theater forgoes any kind of subtlety and nuance in presenting The Government Inspector. Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from Nikolai Gogol's 1836 work Revizor, …

SOURCE: Stage Buzz at 08:12PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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'A Place For All Creatures': The Poetry of Steve Straight

Steve Straight is professor of English and director of the poetry program at Manchester Community College. For many years he directed the Connecticut Poetry Circuit and the Seminar Series of…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:55PM

The "Julius Caesar" Controversy Reveals The Challenges Of Protest Art In Trump's America

Gregg Henry as the Trump-inspired Caesar and the cast of Shakespeare in the Park's Julius Caesar. Joan Marcus At the Monday-night opening of the Public Theater’s Shakespeare…

SOURCE: BuzzFeed at 07:52PM

INVINCIBLE - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

Invincible, Torben Betts's darkly comic play about the class divide in Britain, places its audience in the company of two very annoying couples, neither of whom we would probably want to spe…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:27PM

NOWHERE MAN - Talkin' Broadway's Review by James Wilson

At the height of Beatlemania in the 1960s there was a persistent—and as Mark Twain would say, greatly exaggerated—report of the death of Paul McCartney.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:18PM

Theater News: Broadway's Sweat Announces Closing Date

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play will end its run at Studio 54.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Sweat’: Pulitzer Winner, Shut Out At Tonys, Sets Closing Date by Denise Petski

Sweat, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Lynn Nottage that was shut out at the Tony Awards, will close out its Broadway run on Sunday, June 25. The production began previews began March 4 a…

SOURCE: Deadline at 06:49PM

Theater Review: “The Rest is Silence” — A “Doggie Hamlet” by Arts Fuse Editor

A difficult balancing act: marrying art with the community-based traditions of everyday rural life.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:48PM

THE ARTS FUSE TURNS TEN! — Give to the Summer Appeal and Keep Us Strong by Bill Marx

THE ARTS FUSE TURNS TEN! Help sustain substantial critical coverage of the arts. By Bill Marx TEN YEARS of The Arts Fuse! Over four thousand reviews, commentaries, and features on arts and c…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:48PM

'Six Degrees,' 'Sweat' Become Broadway Season's First Post-Tonys Casualties

Having failed to translate any of their respective nominations into wins Sunday night, both productions will fold this month after under-performing at the box office. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:39PM

Pulitzer Prize-Winning SWEAT To Play Final Broadway Performance, 6/25 by BroadwayWorld

It has just been reported that Sweat, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play byLynn Nottage, directed byKate Whoriskey, will close onSunday, June 25.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:33PM

Kevin Spacey (‘House of Cards’): Will hosting the 2017 Tonys help him win first career Emmy? by Kevin Jacobsen

Following his hosting gig at the 2017 Tony Awards, Kevin Spacey could get a key boost at another award show in a few months — the Primetime Emmys. Spacey got to show off his talents th…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 06:30PM

Broadway’s Sweat Announces Closing by Olivia Clement

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Lynn Nottage will play its final performance June 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:20PM

Julius Caesar: Suddenly Controversial by Melissahillman

The Public Theatre is staging Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar as part of its annual Shakespeare in the Park, and hauling out that most overdone of concepts: Julius Caesar is POTUS! They&#…

SOURCE: bittergertrude.com at 06:19PM

Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play Sweat Announces Broadway Closing Date by Andy Lefkowitz

Sweat, the 2017 winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, will play its final Broadway performance at Studio 54 on June 25. By closing, Lynn Nottage’s drama will have played 24 previews …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:12PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Mandy Gonzalez of Hamilton by Broadway.com

Mandy Gonzalez stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Hamilton, her upcoming show at Joe's Pub and more with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:12PM

Actors' Equity Slams Delta, Bank of America for Pulling Sponsorship of 'Julius Caesar'

"While Delta's motto is to 'keep climbing,' the company's actions this week have taken theatre everywhere down a peg," the says Actors' Equity Association president. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:09PM

Review: ‘How I Learned What I Learned’ at Round House Theatre  by Ramona Harper

August Wilson was a high school dropout who went on to receive two Pulitzer Prizes for Drama and he’s regarded as one of the five most celebrated playwrights in the history of American the…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:02PM

'Yank!' in Pride Films and Plays 2017-18 season by Morgan Greene

Pride Films and Plays 2017-18 season will include the Chicago premiere of "Yank!," the company announced Wednesday.  In the fall is Topher Payne's "A Perfect Arrangement" (Sept. 22-Oct. 23)…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:02PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Constantine Maroulis and Ciara Renée in Jesus Christ Superstar

Gordon Greenberg directs the production for the Muny.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: Katrina Lenk, Will Pullen, and Others Receive Actors' Equity Awards

Barbara Barrie and Anthony Chisholm were honored along with Lenk and Pullen on June 13.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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PRODUCER SEEKS TO BRING ‘JITNEY’ BACK TO BROADWAY by Philip Boroff

Eric Falkenstein, who helped finance the nonprofit Manhattan Theatre Club revival of August Wilson’s Jitney, is trying to give it another life on Broadway in a commercial production. &…

SOURCE: Broadway Journal at 05:57PM

Review: ‘She Speaks’ at The Rude Mechanicals by William Powell

William Shakespeare wrote memorable female characters, many of them laced within male-dominated plays. The Rude Mechanicals’ She Speaks came about when director Leanne G. Stump realized th…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:55PM

Photo Flash: First Look at NAPOLI, BROOKLYN Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Roundabout Theatre Company presents Meghan Kennedy's Too Much, Too Much, Too Many new play Napoli, Brooklyn, commissioned by Roundabout, directed by Gordon Edelstein. Napoli, Brooklyn is cur…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

Katrina Lenk & Will Pullen Win Clarence Derwent Awards; Barbara Barrie & Anthony Chisholm Honored with Richard Seff Awards by Broadway.com

Actors' Equity Foundation has announced Katrina Lenk and Will Pullen as winners of the 2017 Clarence Derwent Awards, given to the most promising female and male performers on the New Yor…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:42PM

Review: The Dog’s Nice. The Cat Brags About Defecating on a Bed. by Anita Gates

The one-acts in Series B of the newest marathon at Ensemble Studio Theater deal with pets, an insomniac ex-con, Walt Disney and girls who used to play in coffins.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:36PM

Praise! Ciara Renee Sings "I Don't Know How to Love Him" in The Muny's Jesus Christ Superstar

Get a glimpse of Broadway's Ciara Renee singing "I Don't Know How to Love Him" at The Muny.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:36PM

Meanwhile, Johnny Depp is Trying to Make The Libertine Happen (Again) by Hunter Harris

When did you forget about The Libertine, the 2004 historical drama starring Johnny Depp and Rosamund Pike? Was it as soon as you left the theater, or as soon as you read about Depp’s other…

SOURCE: Vulture at 05:35PM

WATCH: Tony Winner Cynthia Nixon and the Importance of Art Funding

Tony Winner Cynthia Nixon shares his support of the public funding of arts and arts education at the 2017 Tony Awards Ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:35PM

Lantern Theater presents Scott Carter’s ‘The Gospel According to…’ (second review) by Stacia Friedman

Three men, three versions of the Bible. But is Scott Carter's comedy heavenly or hellish? Stacia Friedman reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:35PM

Op-Ed Contributor: A Trumpian Caesar? Shakespeare Would Approve by James Shapiro

In dropping their support for “Julius Caesar,” Delta and Bank of America have proved more sensitive than Queen Elizabeth I.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:24PM

Review: The Many Guises of Meryl in ‘Streepshow!’ by Elisabeth Vincentelli

A delicious conceit for a comedy sketch is stretched way too far in Jay Stull’s new play.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:24PM

Dear Evan Hansen Tony Winner Alex Lacamoire on Why Live Theatre Is Important by Betsy Kaplan

The Tony-winning orchestrator discusses how theatre has impacted his life and the lives of others.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM

When Words Mattered: Murray Mednick Interview, Part 2 by Steven Morris

Murray Mednick: "I was working as a waiter. Maybe it’s my age now and I’ve been through the mill. But, you know, I’m ok now… But it’s very important that theater arts, especially t…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 05:12PM

AEA President Calls Out Delta, Bank of America for Defunding The Public's JULIUS CAESAR by BroadwayWorld

Kate Shindle, President of Actors' Equity Association, the national labor union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers, released the following statement after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

Katrina Lenk, Will Pullen, Barbara Barrie and Anthony Chisholm Honored by Actors' Equity Foundation by BroadwayWorld

Today, the Actors' Equity Foundation honored Katrina Lenk for her work in The Band's Visit and Indecent as well as Will Pullen from Sweat with the 2017 Clarence Derwent Award. In addition, t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

Spring Awakening Star Alexandra Socha Traces Her Life and Struggles in Finding Home by Robert Viagas

Her solo show will be showcased at Feinstein’s/54 Below June 28

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM

An unsettled Israeli-Palestinian relationship in ‘The Return’ by Nelson Pressley

Two-character drama is the latest in Mosaic’s Voices From a Changing Middle East Festival.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:06PM

The Unkindest Cut: Theater, President Trump And The Politics Of Performing Arts

Is depicting the president as Julius Caesar fair game, or over the line?

SOURCE: the1a.org at 05:04PM

Common at curtainup.com-London by Elyse Sommer

DC Moore's new play for Headlong and the National Theatre

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 05:01PM

Review: Miss Julia

Vueltas Bravas Producciones transports August Strindberg's play to Colombia.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

WATCH: The 2017 Tony Awards Red Carpet with Alex Lacamoire

On Broadway's biggest night, join Alex Lacamoire moments before stepping inside for this years Tony Awards ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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WATCH: Words of Advice From This Year's Tony Winners

On Broadway's biggest night, some of this year's Tony winners offer advice to future Tony recipients.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Actors’ Equity, League of Resident Theaters deal brings pay raise by Ginger Adams Otis

Actors and stage managers who work in not-for-profit theaters across the country just got a pay raise.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 04:52PM

Review: Ensemble Studio Theatre’s 36th Marathon of One-Act Plays, Series C by Tania Fisher

To continually bring new and exciting plays to the forefront of a saturated market is no small feat, but the Ensemble Studio Theatre and the Radio Drama Network’s presentation of their 36t…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 04:40PM

“Grandeur” Grows for Gil Scott-Heron, at Magic Theatre, S.F. by Jeremiah Wall

Han Ong Recalls Revolutionary Singer-Activist by Jeremiah Wall The title of Han Ong’s play “Grandeur” must be ironic, since the setting in a dimly-lit Harlem apartment is anything but …

SOURCE: Theatrius at 04:32PM

AEA and League of Resident Theaters Reach Historic Agreement

A tentative agreement for a five-year contract that will create better conditions for actors and stage managers has been reached between the Actors’ Equity Association and the League o…

SOURCE: Backstage at 04:30PM

Inside the Musical Adaptation of 'Romy and Michele's High School Reunion' (Exclusive Photos)

The 1997 cult hit debuts onstage with a book by the film's writer Robin Schiff, a few changes and a little help from Jenji Kohan.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:28PM

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2017: Fuck Tinder by Steven Morris

Fuck Tinder  Reviewed by Terry Morgan  Sacred Fools Theatre, Second Stage Through June 22 RECOMMENDED David Rodwin’s one-man show, Fuck Tinder: a love story, recounts his dating experien…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 04:18PM

TNT’s Shakespeare-Themed Will to Sponsor the Public Theater's Julius Caesar with Outdoor Market by Andrew Gans

The marketplace, featuring music, performers, and giveaways, will be open for the final weekend of the run.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Growing up Gonzales by Broadway Select

The post Growing up Gonzales appeared first on BroadwaySelect.

SOURCE: broadwayselect.com at 04:12PM

John Davidson to Join FINDING NEVERLAND Tour as 'Captain Hook' by BroadwayWorld

Finding Neverland welcomes John Davidson to the role of Charles FrohmanCaptain James Hook John Davidson, star of TV Hollywood Squares, That's Incredible, stage Wicked, Oklahoma, and music 12…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:12PM

VIDEO: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST's Lumiere Invites You to 'Be Our Guest' in VR by Movies News Desk

Fall in love all over again. Bring home Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on Blu-ray, Digital HD ampDisney Movies Everywheretoday. Below, pull up a chair as the dining room proudly presents invi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:12PM

Want to Write, Design, or Act on Broadway? Tony Winners Offer Words of Advice by Olivia Clement

See what wisdom Pasek and Paul, Cynthia Nixon, Steven Levenson, and more had to offer at the 71st Annual Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:04PM

People You Should Know . . . Donald Marcus by Zack Calhoon

Donald Marcus has enjoyed a long career in theatre and television in New York, Los Angeles, and London. He is gratified to be returning to EST, of which he and his wife, Lisa Milligan, were …

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 04:04PM

‘Six Degrees of Separation’ Broadway Revival to Close Early by Joshua Barone

Despite a celebrity cast including Allison Janney, the play failed to catch on at the box office and will close on June 18.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:04PM

John Lithgow Still Regrets Passing on Playing the Joker in Tim Burton’s Batman by Katie Van Syckle

Tim Burton’s Batman kicked off our modern superhero craze, and, thanks to a fortuitous profit-sharing arrangement, ended up making Jack Nicholson a very rich man. But as it turns out, Nich…

SOURCE: Vulture at 04:03PM

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2017: Easy Targets by Steven Morris

The post HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2017: Easy Targets appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 04:02PM

London Theater Review: ‘Anatomy of a Suicide’ by Gordon Cox

The sins of the father revisited on the son — it’s a stage staple that tracks back to Ancient Greece. From Captain Alving in Ibsen’s “Ghosts” to Arthur Miller’s arms-…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:00PM

Theater News: Kara Lindsay, Lisa O'Hare, and More Set for Reading of New Musical Austen's Pride

The work is inspired by the creation of Pride and Prejudice.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Review: Blood on the Snow

The aftermath of an event that changed the course of our history is staged where it happened.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: Jayne Houdyshell, Daphne Rubin-Vega, and More to Perform Super Shaw Women

Some of New York's finest actors will perform scenes from George Bernard Shaw's legendary works.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Glenn Close Stops Broadway Show After Fan Takes Photos by Rino16

Glenn Close gave a show-stopping performance—literally—at a showing of Sunset Boulevard this week at the Palace Theatre. Close, who is currently starring as faded film star Norma Desmond…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 03:58PM

John Davidson Is Finding Neverland’s New Hook by Adam Hetrick

The stage and screen actor known for his roles in State Fair and Wicked will join the show’s national tour.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:57PM

Top 100 Greatest Musicals Poll – Number 4 – The Lion King by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Based on the 1994 Disney animated film of the same name, The Lion King features music by Elton John, lyrics by Tim Rice, musical score by Hans Zimmer and choral arrangements …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 03:56PM

Take a First Look at Justin Deeley in Macbeth at Serenbe Playhouse by Hannah Vine

The show plays June 22–July 9 at the outdoor venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

See Kate Burton, Ramin Karimloo, and More Honored at the Broadway Beacon Awards June 12 by Marc J. Franklin

The stars were honored by Inside Broadway at the annual gala held at the The JW Marriot Essex House.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:46PM

Brad Oscar and George Faison Will Be Unstoppable at Gay Pride Concert by Robert Viagas

Check out all the Pride events planned for the coming weeks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:44PM

What's in a property line? 'Native Gardens' takes on a lot of issues by Chris Jones

The Karen Zacarias play "Native Gardens," now at Victory Gardens Theater, is one of the very few contemporary comedies about racism, sexism, ageism and cultural privilege. It's a warm-center…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:43PM

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2017: Infantryman in the Wardrobe: Words of War by Steven Morris

Infantryman in the Wardrobe: Words of War Reviewed by Lovell Estell III The Complex Theatres Through June 24 RECOMMENDED “Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind.�…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 03:41PM

Review: ‘Julius Caesar’ in the Park Gets the Trump Treatment by Jil Picariello

By Jil Picariello, Theater Editor, June 13, 2017 The process is complete. My brain is fully and totally Trumpified. I’m trying to remember the last time I saw something on stage that didn�…

SOURCE: www.zealnyc.com at 03:40PM

Knockout performances by Annie Houston and the cast of Still Life with Rocket (review) by Tim Treanor

Some plays are compelling because their dilemmas are so universal they provoke the shock of recognition in all of us. Disgraced is like that. Other plays are compelling because, though the c…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 03:36PM

FIRST LOOK: Bella: An American Tall Tale

All aboard for a Western musical adventure the likes of which you’ve never experienced.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

Live by the Hook! Stage & Screen Star John Davidson Will Join the Finding Neverland Tour by Ryan Gilbert

Don't choose to live by the book—let's live by the hook! Star of TV, stage and music John Davidson will play Charles Frohman/Captain James Hook in the national tour of Finding …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:33PM

Odds & Ends: Dear Evan Hansen Album Tops iTunes Chart, Idina Menzel Sings in New Frozen Featurette & More by Broadway.com

Dear Evan Hansen Album Takes No. 1 iTunes Spot Sunday's moving performance from the 2017 Tony-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen has theater lovers wanting more! The musical's ori…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:33PM

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2017: Blackbird by Steven Morris

BlackbirdReviewed by Neal Weaver  Davidson/Valentini Theatre at the Los Angeles LGBT Center Through June 25 RECOMMENDED Ambiguities proliferate in Scottish playwright David Harrower’s fas…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 03:24PM

Donald Trump, Julius Caesar and the consequences of offending the powerful by Russell Smith

The uproar over the Central Park Shakespeare production underscores the power of political art

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:21PM

Hamilton’s Anthony Ramos Lines Up Indie Film Summertime by Adam Hetrick

The coming-of-age drama is written and directed by Edward Burns.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:20PM

Orange Julius: Corporate Greed Shivs Shakespeare by Jk Clarke

      Corporate greed shivs Shakespeare and ignorance overshadows an otherwise powerful production of one of the all-time classics.           But here…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:18PM

Mystery Lit: Holmes, Sherlock and the Consulting Detective by Steven Morris

Mystery Lit: Holmes, Sherlock and the Consulting Detective Reviewed by Dana Martin Unbound Productions at the Santa Anita Train Depot Through July 1stWhat do you get when you combine three s…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 03:15PM

Spotlight On...Patrick Reilly by Michael Block

Name:  Patrick ReillyHometown: Houston, TXEducation:  University of Southern CaliforniaSelect Credits: Feature Films: “Danny The Manny” (Danny), Dating "My Mother" (Danny, Oppo…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:12PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Bryce Ryness, Constantine Maroulis and More in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The Muny by BroadwayWorld

Below, BroadwayWorld has a first look at last night's opening night performance of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The Muny The production runs through June 18 in Forest Park.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

TNT's WILL to Bring Modern Elizabethan Marketplace to Life During Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park by BroadwayWorld

TNT's new drama WILL is sponsoring The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park during the final performances of Julius Caesar on June 17-18 at the Delacorte Theater in Manhattan's Cent…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

VIDEO: Watch Highlights from ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION at 5th Avenue Theatre by BroadwayWorld

ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION, starringCortney Wolfson Romy and Stephanie Renee Wall Michele, is making its world premiere at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre, and BroadwayWorld has a f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

VIDEO: HELLO, DOLLY!'s 'Put on Your Sunday Clothes' Gets Some Bluegrass Flair by BroadwayWorld

The Playbillies have just unveiled a new bluegrass cover of'Put On Your Sunday Clothes' from the Broadway musical HELLO, DOLLY by Jerry Herman tocelebrate the current revival cast's recent s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

‘This is about the right-wing hate machine’: Theatre defends use of Trump lookalike as assassinated Caesar by Sadaf Ahsan

'Such discussion is exactly the goal of our civically-engaged theatre; this discourse is the basis of a healthy democracy'

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 03:04PM

Theatre Review: ‘Crazy Mary Lincoln’ at Pallas Theatre Collective by Peter Orvetti

Ask someone to name a bad president and they’ll be quick to offer several names. Ask someone to name a bad First Lady, and it’s likely that one name will jump to come to mind. Mary Todd…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Tonys Recap: Watch These Top 5 Moments at the 2017 Awards by Matt Smith

The Tony Awards have long been appointment television for any and all Broadway superfans; offering a glimpse of the season at large (in addition to incoming productions), they often act as a…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:57PM

Andy Mientus Cast in Drama Series Gone by Andrew Gans

The Smash and Spring Awakening star will be part of the 12-episode series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:51PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 951: Amy Fox by Adam Szymkowicz

Amy Fox Hometown:  Boulder CO Current Town:  Brooklyn Q:  Tell me about your EST marathon play. A:  My play is about women finding their strength and their voices to…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 02:48PM

Annecy: Disney Channels Unveils ‘101 Dalmatian Street,’ ‘Gigantosaurus,’ ‘Space Chickens In Space’ by John Hopewell

ANNECY, France — Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Disney Channel France, Disney Channels EMEA used France’s Annecy Festival to unveil three brand new series: Disney heritage serie…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:45PM

Watch Constantine Maroulis, Bryce Ryness, Christopher Sieber, Ciara Renée in Muny Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Gans

The Broadway favorites belt out the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice score.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:43PM

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2017: This Side of Sweetwater by Steven Morris

This Side of SweetwaterReviewed by Lovell Estell IIILightning Rod Theater at Asylum @ McCaddenThrough June 24These shorts by the late Tom Stanczyk are all themed around the romantic and sexu…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:43PM

Pacific Conservatory Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature new musicals, classic plays, and outdoor performances at the Solvang Festival Theater.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:42PM

Film Review: Satire As it Should Be — “Tickling Giants” by Arts Fuse Editor

If you want to see what courageous political satire really looks like, see Sara Taksler’s engaging new documentary about Bassem Youssef.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:42PM

The Exchange Announces 2017 Orchard Project Summer Residencies by American Theatre Editors

Artists and theatre companies are developing new work in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. this summer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:39PM

LA Django Reinhardt Festival – TRK by Pauline Adamek

Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz (TRK), the innovative performance space at Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles is proud to present the first edition of the LA Django

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:36PM

'Going Dutch' fest for female artistry ends up in Elgin by Lauren Warnecke

There's a running joke at Side Street Studio Arts that every time Erin Rehberg hears a good idea, Elgin gets a new arts festival. Rehberg, an Elgin native, opened Side Street Studio Arts wit…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:36PM

Listen to Bluegrass “Put on Your Sunday Clothes,” Performed by Members of Robber Bridegroom Band by Andrew Gans

The video celebrates the Tony-winning revival of Hello, Dolly!

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:33PM

This House – review by Michael Billington

Cottesloe, LondonHaving written plays about the Suez crisis and Thatcher's childhood, James Graham now turns his attention to the Labour government's precarious ability to survive a hung par…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:33PM

Alive from Palestine: Other Places by [email protected] (ramona)

By Gary English. Gary English looks at the production Other Places by the Palestinian theatre group Al Khashabi Ensemble.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:15PM

Andrzej Lukowski: As sponsors boycott Trump-like Julius Caesar in the US, should UK theatres worry? by Andrzej Lukowski

After a weekend overindulging in the total ridiculousness of British politics, things were put into perspective on Monday morning when I awoke

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:09PM

Julius Caesar at the Public – Pics, Controversy,Reviews by Jonathan Mandell

The depiction of Julius Caesar as a Trump-like figure in the Public Theater production of “Julius Caesar” has sparked outrage, the removal of sponsorship (funds) by Delta and Ban…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 02:08PM

'Olaf's Frozen Adventure' brings holidays home by ,

When Anna and Elsa find they have no shared holiday traditions after growing up apart, Olaf takes it upon himself to find some.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 02:05PM

What Do Critics Think of New Musical Bella: An American Tale? by Olivia Clement

Kirsten Childs’ wild musical adventure opened at Playwrights Horizons June 12 with direction by Robert O’Hara.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Kara Lindsay and Ryan Silverman Attached to Austen’s Pride Musical Workshop by Adam Hetrick

The new musical brings Jane Austen’s literary characters to life as the novelist begins work on her beloved classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:53PM

Off Broadway Review: ‘Bella: An American Tall Tale’ by Gordon Cox

Kirsten Childs’ high spirits are infectious. “Bella: An American Tall Tale,” a musical folk tale having its premiere at Playwrights Horizons, is her irresistible invitation…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:49PM

Lisa O'Hare, Kara Lindsay, Ryan Silverman and More to Lead Lab of New 'Pride & Prejudice' Musical by BroadwayWorld

AUSTEN'S PRIDE, A New Musical of Pride and Prejudice springs to life when the author re-imagines the world of her novel. As the love story of Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy unfolds, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

VIDEO: Get A First Look At JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR At The Muny by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has a first look at The Muny's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Get a first look at the production below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

BWW TV: Spin Your Tony Round and Round! by BroadwayWorld TV

What did the 2017 Tony winners feel when they spun their statues for the first time Richard Ridge asks below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

Tony Winner Ben Platt Discusses Dear Evan Hansen on the Red Carpet: ‘It Forces Us to Start Conversations’ by Betsy Kaplan

The Tony winner opened up about his performance on the red carpet before his big win.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:45PM

Review: MC 14/22 (Ceci est mon corps) / Emergence, Sadler’s Wells by Josephine Balfour-Oatts

Following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2016, Scottish Ballet return to Sadler’s Wells with the double bill MC 14/22 / Emergence by Angelin Preljocaj and Crystal Pite. …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:24PM

Josh Gad's Olaf returns in first trailer for new 'Olaf's Frozen Adventure' by Usa Today, Usa Today

Breaking and entering is totally acceptable during the holidays.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 01:24PM

WATCH: The 2017 Tony Awards Red Carpet with Ben Platt

On Broadway's biggest night, join Ben Platt moments before stepping inside for this years Tony Awards ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:23PM

Grange Park Opera’s superbly cast Jenůfa

With Natalya Romaniw in the title role, Janáček’s opera comes vividly to life

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Broadway Actors Will Be Part of the 2017 International Thespian Festival by Andrew Gans

The festival’s opening show will spotlight the work of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:16PM

Review: A Tree Is The Way Out Of The Tender Trap by Michael Block

By Ed MalinThe Woman Who Was Me is a solo show written by Peter Grandbois (adapted from his novel), performed by Liz Stanton, directed by Jeremy Williams.  After several runs at United …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:06PM

Spotlight On...Brandon Haagenson by Michael Block

Name: Brandon HaagensonHometown:  Oswego, ILEducation:  BFA:  Millikin University in Decatur, IL.Select Credits: Monty Python's Spamalot (Patsy, NTC); 42nd Street (Billy Lawlo…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:06PM

Review: ‘The Return’ at Mosaic Theater Company of DC, Part of the 2017 Voice From a Changing Middle East Festival by Robert Michael Oliver

Mosaic Theatre Company of DC concluded their 2017 season with a riveting, deeply provocative examination of a State’s National Security apparatus on dissident individuals living and lo…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:05PM

Video Flash: Hamilton Sings National Anthem Before Game 5 of NBA Finals

The stars of the San Francisco production were good luck charms for the Golden State Warriors.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Andréa Burns, Lilli Cooper, and More Join Concert Reading of The Country Wife

Richard Maltby Jr. and David Shire present their new musical at Red Bull Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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How Convergence-Continuum Bought a Building and Bounced Back by American Theatre Editors

The Cleveland experimental company ran a capital campaign to purchase its theatre space from the artistic director.  

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:54PM

Netflix Renews UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT for Fourth Season by TV News Desk

Netflix has renewed the critically-acclaimed comedy series from Universal Television UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT for a fourth season.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

The Broadwaysted Podcast Gets Sweet & Savory with CHARLIE's Kathy Fitzgerald and CATS' Aaron J. Albano by Broadwaysted

Come with me and you'll be in a world of pure Broadwaysted goodness because this week's new FriendOfTheShow is Mrs. Gloop herself, the lovely and talentedKathy Fitzgerald Kevin was off in th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Highlights from Art Basel Parcours 2017

Natural history and classical echoes around the city

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Review: ‘Flying V Fights: The Secret History of the Unknown World’ at Flying V Theatre by David Siegel

It was a day for the un-stuffy. I wanted to engage with something new and ambitious. I hoped to be left agog. Well, Flying V Fights: The Secret History of the Unknown is an overwhelming succ…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:51PM

Why Russian Director Rimas Tuminas Doesn’t Believe in ‘Topical’ Re-Imagingings of Shakespeare or Chekhov by Jon Earle

Esteemed Russian director Rimas Tuminas returns to New York with the award-winning Vakhtangov Theater production of Uncle Vanya.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:47PM

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with Bella Leading Lady, Ashley D. Kelley

The talented and charming Ashley D. Kelley makes her New York stage debut as the title character in the new off-Broadway musical Bella.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:38PM

The Waitress Tour Will Play Chicago in 2018 by Ryan McPhee

The national tour of the Sara Bareilles musical kicks off in Cleveland this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:29PM

Report From New York: Stunning Direction Elevates Indecent by Bill Hirschman

If you wonder what the term “coup de theatre” means, it’s easier to illustrated it with a moment from the new Paula Vogel-Rebecca Taichman play Indecent.

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 12:24PM

Theatre News: Casting announced for A Spoonful of Sherman at Live at Zedel

The show celebrates songwriting from three generations of the Sherman family

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:18PM

Alice Ripley and Alex Brightman Join Best of Broadway 2007-2017 Concert by Robert Viagas

The latest in the long-running Broadway by the Year series will salute Hamilton and other recent musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:13PM

Upcoming Auditions for Jersey Boys, A Clockwork Orange, Phantom, M. Butterfly, Beautiful, and Moulin Rouge by Playbill Staff

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:11PM

West End restaurant Joe Allen among sponsors for The Stage Debut Awards by Georgia Snow

Industry names including Theatreland restaurant Joe Allen and See Tickets are among the newly announced sponsors of The Stage Debut Awards. The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:10PM

Alice Ripley, Alex Brightman, Erin Davie and More to Highlight Musicals of the Last Decade in BROADWAY BY THE YEAR at Town Hall by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award winner Alice Ripley Next to Normal, Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman School of Rock, Erin Davie Sunday in the Park with George, Side Show, Grey Gardens andDrama Desk honoree Dann…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

SWEAT Cast Set for Q&A at Strand Book Store Next Week by BroadwayWorld

Join the cast of SWEAT in Strand Book Store's Rare Book Room, as Felicia Fitzpatrick sits down with cast members Khris Davis, Hunter Hoffman, and Reza Salazar to discuss the hit show on Mond…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Angels in America, Rose Theater, New York — timely

The cast perform heroically in Peter Eötvös’s opera based on Tony Kushner’s play

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:06PM

Review: LOOP, TheatreN16 by Daniel Perks

Music spans generations, connects people through a love of the melody and the beat. It brings The Boy (Aaron Price) and The Girl (Rubie Ozanne) together in LOOP, Alexander Knott’s newly wr…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 12:06PM

Review: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, Richmond Theatre by Laura Peatman

John Boyne’s novel The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas became a worldwide bestseller on its publication in 2006; told from the point of view of nine-year-old Bruno, it has faced many criticisms…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 12:06PM

Six Degrees of Separation, with Corey Hawkins, Allison Janney & John Benjamin Hickey, to Close Early by Andy Lefkowitz

The Tony-nominated Broadway revival of John Guare’s Six Degrees of Separation will end its run earlier than expected, on June 18, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. The production was ini…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

See Pics from the Opening of Powerful Oskar Eustis-Helmed Julius Caesar by Broadway.com

It's Shakespeare in the Park time! The temperatures are rising, and everyone is talking about the Oskar Eustis-helmed production of Julius Caesar at the Delacorte Theater. Take a look at…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

Joshua Henry & Hamilton's Schuyler Sisters Slay the National Anthem in Four-Part Harmony by Broadway.com

Two-time Tony nominee Joshua Henry, who is currently offering up his perfect Aaron Burr to audiences on the Hamilton tour's San Francisco stop, paid a visit to the NBA Fin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

The First Time: Ty Burrell: The First Time I Met With an Agent. It Was Messy. by Ty Burrell

The Emmy winning actor of “Modern Family” writes about his move to New York, the challenges of acting and an unfortunate moment in Times Square.

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Theater News: Six Degrees of Separation, With Allison Janney and Corey Hawkins, to End Run

The Broadway production will close earlier than expected.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: First Preview Date Set for David Henry Hwang's M. Butterfly

Clive Owen will star in the first-ever Broadway revival of Hwang's play, directed by Julie Taymor.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Shakespeare in the Park's Julius Caesar Celebrates Opening Night

Free performances continue through June 18.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Polka Theatre launches initiative to improve diversity of children’s work by Giverny Masso

Children’s theatre company Polka has announced a new scheme to address the lack of work for young audiences led by black, Asian

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:55AM

How filmmaker Bruno Dumont discovered comedy

The French director has moved away from dour naturalism and violence

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:54AM

In Trump’s America, a thick-headed man’s incredibly thin skin is threatening free speech by Arwa Mahdawi

Reza Aslan was sacked by CNN for insulting the president; the Public Theatre in New York lost sponsorship over its Trump-themed production of Julius Caesar – a sacred American right is und…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:54AM

WATCH: Seth Rudetsky Tries the World's First Artificially Intelligent Composer

On the night of the 2017 Tony Awards, Seth Rudetsky tried IBM's new artificially intelligent composer, Watson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

James Earl Jones’ Entire Lifetime Achievement Award Acceptance Speech by George M. Johnson

Sunday evening, the incredibly brilliant multi-talented Mr. James Earl Jones, received the Special Tony Award for his lifetime achievements on the Broadway Stage. Unfortunately, the Tony Awa…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 11:52AM

Ellen McDougall appoints new Gate Theatre associates by Giverny Masso

London’s Gate Theatre has announced director, writer and performer Jude Christian as one of two new associates. Christian, who will direct Falk

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:50AM

Andrea Burns, Bryan Terrell Clark, Lilli Cooper and More to Star in Concert Reading of Maltby & Shire's THE COUNTRY WIFE by BroadwayWorld

Red Bull Theatertoday announced a very special Revelation Reading for two nights only, on Sunday, June 18th and Monday June 19th at The Duke on 42nd Street 229 West 42nd Street, between 7th …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Cast Recording Soars to No. 1 Spot on iTunes Album Chart by BroadwayWorld

According to today's iTunes, the cast recording for the six-time Tony Award-winning musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN has soared to the top of the album chart.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

Breaking: SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION Will Conclude Broadway Run Early by BroadwayWorld

John Guare's Six Degrees of Separation, directed by Trip Cullman and starring seven-time Emmy Award winner Allison Janney, Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey and Tony Award nominee Corey…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:48AM

First ever Teletubbies stage show to tour this year by Georgia Snow

The Teletubbies will be seen on stage for the first time ever this year, in a world premiere adaptation of the children’s

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Our Favorite Looks from the 2017 Tonys Red Carpet by Auriane Desombre

In a medium where classy and outrageous costumes reign side by side, it’s always exciting to see our favorite theater stars all dressed up offstage. Here are some of our favorite looks fro…

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Billy Cobham with the Guy Barker Big Band, Ronnie Scott’s, London — technically superb

The great drummer and band played new arrangements of Cobham classics and recent works

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Revised Version of Zanna, Don’t Will Premiere at Theatre Horizon by Andrew Gans

Tim Acito’s musical was seen Off-Broadway in 2003.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33AM

NEWS: Mosquitoes buzz around the National Theatre this summer by Press Releases

Mosquitoes by Lucy Kirkwood will have its world premiere in the Dorfman Theatre in July 2017 with Rufus Norris directing.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

'Waitress' tour to play Cadillac Palace next summer by Morgan Greene

"Waitress" has ordered up a Chicago stop on its tour, Broadway in Chicago announced Tuesday. The Broadway musical, featuring music and lyrics Sara Bareilles, will play the Cadillac Palace Th…

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Hear Idina Menzel Sing New Tune in Trailer for Upcoming Frozen Short by Ryan McPhee

Olaf’s Frozen Adventure will air in theatres November 22 alongside Disney/Pixar’s Coco.

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Competition: Win tickets to Ahmed Tobasi’s And Here I Am at the Arcola Theatre by The Stage

Based on Ahmed Tobasi’s extraordinary coming of age story, And Here I Am is an epic voyage of identity and self-discovery in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:19AM

Jonah Platt Catches Brother Ben Platt’s Dear Evan Hansen Tony Win From a Different Angle by Andrew Gans

The younger Platt earned the award for his riveting performance in the Tony-winning musical.

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Actors’ Equity and League of Resident Theaters Reach New Agreement by Adam Hetrick

The five-year agreement includes substantial salary increases over the life of the contract and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

The Return: a Palestinian pays the price for peace (review) by Tim Treanor

Among all the fraught issues which torment the tortured search for peace in the Middle East, none spark a greater intransigence on the part of the State of Israel than the Right of Return &#…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:12AM

Stage musical ‘Waitress,’ based on hit film, is headed to Chicago by Hedy Weiss

An excerpt from the musical will part of Broadway in Chicago's annual free preview concert at the Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.

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Theatre News: Full cast announced for Mosquitoes at the National Theatre

Director Rufus Norris reunites with Olivia Colman after their collaboration on the London Road film

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Review: Review: Tape Face (Garrick Theatre)

Mime artist and America's Got Talent finalist Tape Face returns to the UK

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Filming On Disney's Live-Action ALADDIN to Get Underway This August! by Movies News Desk

In a new interview with Billboard, award-winning composer and Disney mainstay Alan Menken discusses his upcoming projects for the House of Mouse, includinglive-action remakes of the classics…

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Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for JULIUS CAESAR in the Park! by Jennifer Broski

Following news that two major sponsors, Delta Air Lines and Bank of America, had pulled financial support forThe Public Theaterin response to theirDonald Trump-Themed Shakespeare in the Park…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

For Your EMMY Consideration: HAIRSPRAY LIVE's Kristin Chenoweth & Jennifer Hudson! by Caryn Robbins

Among the potential EMMY nominees this year may be HAIRSPRAY LIVE standouts Kristin Chenoweth, who took on the role of Thelma Von Tussle in the NBC live broadcast, and Jennifer Hudson, who p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

Post-Tonys Fallout Begins As ‘Six Degrees’ With Corey Hawkins Sets Closing by Jeremy Gerard

The culling of shows denied a boost from the Tony Awards began this morning with the announcement that John Guare's Six Degrees of Separation, directed by Trip Cullman and starring seven-tim…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:01AM

‘How To Win Against History’ at Young Vic, London by Blouin Artinfo

“How To Win Against History” will be presented from November 30 through December 23, 2017 at Young Vic, London. Devised by the Company, the play has been given music and lyrics by S…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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‘Angels in America by Delta’ at National Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Angels in America by Delta” is currently being staged and will be staged on multiple dates in July 2017 at National Theatre, London. There are five ballots in total.The play stars Andre…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:59AM

Six Degrees of Separation Announces Early Closing by Olivia Clement

The Broadway production, which stars Allison Janney, Corey Hawkins, and John Benjamin Hickey, will close a month earlier than scheduled.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:59AM

‘King Lear’ at Globe Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

“King Lear” will be staged from August 10 through October 14, 2017 at Globe Theatre, London.Directed by Nancy Meckler, the play is written by legendary William Shakespeare.  Simon S…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:56AM

Go Inside Seth Rudetsky’s Magical Tony Awards Night! by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth takes us inside the 2017 Tony Awards, the official Tony Awards after-party at The Plaza, and the Dear Evan Hansen after-party.

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Andréa Burns, Bryan Terrell Clark, and More Join Readings of New Maltby-Shire Musical by Andrew Gans

The readings of The Country Wife are part of Red Bull Theater’s Revelation Reading series.

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The Last Ones review – Gorky's family portrait mirrors Russian revolt by Michael Billington

Jermyn Street theatre, LondonAnthony Biggs directs the British premiere of Maxim Gorky’s chaotic and overloaded 1907 play with a bullying Russian patriarch at its centre Written in 1907 in…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:48AM

Off-Broadway Theater Review: Julius Caesar in Central Park by Lauren Yarger

Tina Benko, Gregg Henry, Teagle F. Bougere, and Elizabeth Marvel. Photo: Joan MarcusJulius CaesarBy William ShakespeareDirected by Oscar EustisDelacorte Theatre (Central Park)Through Ju…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 10:47AM

‘Julius Caesar’ Director Oskar Eustis Tells Opening-Night Crowd: “We All Own The Culture” by Jeremy Gerard

Monday night was the official opening of the Public Theater’s Free Shakespeare In The Park production of Julius Caesar. But reaction to the show, which depicts Caesar and his wife as F…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:46AM

Broadway Grosses* w/e 6/11/2017 – And the grosses must go on!

The following are the Broadway grosses for the week ending June 11th, 2017. The Broadway grosses are courtesy of The Broadway League Read more here:

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Tony-Winning Best Musical Dear Evan Hansen Takes No. 1 Spot on iTunes by Olivia Clement

Fresh off its multiple Tony wins, the cast album for the acclaimed show climbs the charts.

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A Word With: Oskar Eustis on Trump, ‘Julius Caesar’ and the Politics of Theater by Michael Paulson

The artistic director of the Public Theater and the director of the new Shakespeare production talks about the controversy surrounding the show.

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Women of Great Comet and Spamilton Will Sing for Empowerment by Olivia Clement

Shoba Narayan, Lauren Villegas, Kim Onah, and Carly Kincannon will showcase songs written by women at Feinstein's/54 Below.

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Zurich Art Weekend 2017: wild swimming and well-mannered art

Local gallerists put on a show for ‘the only time we have a truly international crowd’

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Donald Judd and Kazimir Malevich: a magnificently odd couple

Galerie Gmurzynska’s Zurich show explores the artists’ formal similarities and spiritual differences

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Swimming in a Sea of Plastic: “Tides Project: Drowning Planet/Disposable Bodies” at La MaMa Moves by George Emilio Sanchez

George Emilio Sanchez offers a rumination on Culturebot's Maura Donohue's recent work at La MaMa

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Broadway Sings for Pride: June 26 by Matthew Wexler

On Monday, June 26, 2017, Broadway Sings for Pride will premiere their 7th anniversary benefit concert in New York City at the JCC Manhattan. This milestone event will be filled with singing…

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Photo Coverage: JULIUS CAESAR Celebrates Opening Night in the Park! by Jennifer Broski

Following news that two major sponsors, Delta Air Lines and Bank of America, had pulled financial support forThe Public Theaterin response to theirDonald Trump-Themed Shakespeare in the Park…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

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Only Hours Left To Bid On A Dream-Come-True Broadway Experience with the Charitybuzz Broadway Auction! by BroadwayWorld

On the heels of the 71st Tony Awards, there are only hours left to bid on a dream-come-true Broaway Experiencewith the first-everCharitybuzzBroadway Auction.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Watch the Hamilton Tour Cast Perform at NBA Finals by Ryan McPhee

Tony nominee Joshua Henry and his co-stars sang a new arrangement of the national anthem.

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Live-Action Aladdin Will Begin Filming This Summer by Andrew Gans

Alan Menken discusses working with Guy Ritchie on the new adaptation of the Disney film.

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Bootycandy, sexy and seditious fun from Iron Crow (review) by Jayne Blanchard

Who says theater is not educational? Why, just this past weekend I learned that “bootycandy” is a euphemism for the penis. Vocabulary expanded, thanks to playwright Robert O’Hara and I…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:04AM

THE RAT PACK – Birmingham by Helen McWilliams

The Rat Pack is of course formed of Frank Sinatra (David Alacey), Sammy Davis Junior (Des Coleman) and Dean Martin (Paul Drakeley) and a tribute show to the popular late trio wouldn’t be a…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Interviews: Michael Boyd: 'Limitations are liberating'

The former RSC boss returns to Garsington Opera with a new production of Pelléas et Mélisande, Debussy's only full-length opera.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:54AM

Watch: More Red Carpet Arrivals from the 2017 Tony Awards by Ruthie Fierberg

In addition to Playbill’s live coverage from the red carpet, we caught Bette Midler, Glenn Close, Scarlett Johansson, and more big name celebs posing for the cameras.

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Photo Coverage: Playwrights Horizons Celebrates Opening Night of BELLA: AN AMERICAN TALL TALE by Jessica Fallon Gordon

Playwrights Horizons presents the world premiere production of BELLA AN AMERICAN TALL TALE, a new musical with book, music and lyrics by Kirsten Childs, directed by Robert O'Hara with choreo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- featuring Alan Alda 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 09:48AM

Telly Leung Will Take First Bows in ALADDIN Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Disney's Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical, welcomes Broadway vet Telly Leung as the title character beginning tonight, June 13, 2017.

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VIDEO: First Look - Idina Menzel, Josh Gad & More Return for Disney's OLAF'S FROZEN ADVENTURE by Movies News Desk

The trailer for OLAF'S FROZEN ADVENTURE is here The all-new featurette will open in US theaters in front of DisneyPixar's COCObeginning November 22nd.

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Everything Changes! Betsy Wolfe Joins WAITRESS Tonight! by BroadwayWorld

Broadway star Betsy Wolfe will join the cast of Waitress tonight, June 13 in the lead role of expert pie-maker Jenna Hunterson. Wolfe will be joined byJoe Tippett, who also steps into the ro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Hello, Donna! Donna Murphy Joins HELLO, DOLLY! Once a Week Beginning Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Fresh off of the show's four Tony wins, Hello, Dolly welcomes two-time Tony Award-winner and one of Broadway's most treasured stars, Donna Murphy, stepping into the role of Dolly Gallagher L…

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Sarah Routh Ellis Joins A BROADWAY MUSICAL at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

A Gentleman's Guide To Love And Murder's Sarah Routh Ellis will be joining Feinstein's54 Below's concert presentation of Charles Strouse and Lee Adams' A BROADWAY MUSICAL on Sunday July 16th…

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Review: Julius Caesar by Jose Solis

The thing with great plays, and Shakespeare in particular, is that they seem to have been written about the time when they’re being produced, and sometimes eerily, about the people witness…

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GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 by Susan Grace

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The Arts on the Stamps of the World — June 13 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

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On the Acerbic Mary Wickes by Trav S.D.

Beloved character actor Mary Wickes (Mary Wickenhauser, 1910-1995) was born on June 13. The gawky, wise-cracking Wickes was ubiquitous on screens big and small for half a century, usually pl…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:36AM

Divas on the Green to Feature Julie Halston, Liz Callaway, and Capathia Jenkins by Robert Viagas

Seth Rudetsky will host the June 17 concert in Armonk, NY.

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Tonys host Kevin Spacey should win an Emmy, say 57% of readers by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey is certainly used to accepting show business awards, with two Oscars, four SAG Awards, a Golden Globe and a Tony crowding his mantle. Now, for his hosting of this year’s T…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:00AM

NEWS: All-female critics panel to be held at HerStory by Shanine Salmon

Following the previous sold out and highly acclaimed three editions, HerStory FEMINIST THEATRE FESTIVAL returns to Theatre N16 on the 18th and 19th of June.

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My First Audition: Joey Akubeze – ‘I was scared of making a fool of myself in front of Timothy West’ by John Byrne

The first paid show I did was my final production at drama school. It was a production of King Lear at Bristol

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How to… survive as a working-class actor by John Byrne

1. Take every opportunity They say it’s not what you know, but who you know. Coming from a working-class background, the chances are

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Scott Klier on running the ‘exhilarating art form’ that is the Music Circus

Scott Klier goes way back with Music Circus even though this year will his first season as the producing artistic director. Klier is a Sacramento native who first attended the … Click …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 09:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Nick Olcott sprinkles magic on Oberon from In Series (review) by Marshall Bradshaw

Oberon, king of the fairies, has been challenged by his queen Titania to write a play to rival Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream without resorting to magic. But Oberon, though beau…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:54AM

Review: Bella: An American Tall Tale at curtainup.com/

This rather messy tale that would be better if shorter

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Theatre News: Dance Umbrella announces 2017 programme

London's international dance festival takes place in October

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:42AM

Blogs: 'David Lan's risk-taking has made the Young Vic a beacon of excellence'

As David Lan announces he will step down from running the Young Vic, Sarah Crompton reflects on his time in charge

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:42AM

Video: Take a backstage tour of Bat Out of Hell

Ahead of the show's West End premiere we went backstage at the Coliseum

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:42AM

On the Tiller Girls: Pioneers in Precision Dance by Trav S.D.

British music theatre director John Tiller (1854-1925) was born on June 13. While skilled and trained in music and theatre arts since childhood, Tiller initially made his fortune in the fami…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:33AM

VIDEO: John Mulaney Talks Broadway's OH HELLO, Presenting at TONYS & More by BroadwayWorld

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest John Mulaney talkedabout presenting at the TONY AWARDS, bringing his Broadway show, OH HELLO, to Netflix and the real MVP of the show - his dedicated prop m…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM

BWW's On This Day - June 13, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on June 13 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM

The Last Ones review at Jermyn Street Theatre, London – ‘a resonant production’ by Paul Vale

As Anthony Biggs’ tenure as artistic director of Jermyn Street draws to a close, his final production mirrors both the venue’s commitment

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:12AM

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Public Theater Opens its Trumpian “Julius Caesar,” Tony Ratings Down, and “King and I” Heading to London with Broadway Stars “Today on Broadway” i…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 08:01AM

ANATOMY OF A SUICIDE – Royal Court by Laura Kressly

Alice Birch’s new work, Anatomy of a Suicide, courageously investigates how the suicide of a mother affects the lives of a daughter and a granddaughter, haunts their own motherhood (or cau…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Matt Hancock to remain in culture minister post by Georgia Snow

Matt Hancock has been reappointed as culture minister, following the general election. It follows the confirmation that Karen Bradley will remain in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:54AM

Drama schools launch membership body to replace Drama UK by Georgia Snow

A new membership body representing drama schools has launched as a partial replacement to the now-defunct Drama UK. The Federation of Drama

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:54AM

Wizard of Oz at Creative Cauldron (review) by Debbie Minter Jackson

The timelessly wonderful Wizard of Oz still shimmers brightly.  The familiar story that’s over a century old delights with each well-remembered sight, sound and scene at Creative Cauldron…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 07:48AM

TV tonight: 'Oh, Hello on Broadway,' 'Famous in Love' finale by Usa Today, Usa Today

What’s worth watching, and what might not be, in prime time.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 07:44AM

VIDEO: HAMILTON National Tour Cast Performs National Anthem at NBA Finals by BroadwayWorld

Cast members from the national tour of HAMILTON performed the National Anthem prior to last night'sGame 5 of the NBA Finals, which featured the Cleveland Cavaliers versus the Golden State Wa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:42AM

Obituary: Peter Sallis by Michael Quinn

With a voice that sounded like it had been knitted from homespun wool, Peter Sallis found fame late in life as the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:41AM

Trump nemesis Alec Baldwin shows up at opening of controversial ‘Julius Caesar’ | Page Six by Joe Tacopino

The man who savagely parodied President Trump on ‘Saturday Night Live’ made an appearance at the controversial opening of “Julius Caesar” at Shakespeare in the Park Monday night.

SOURCE: pagesix.com at 07:40AM

Theatre News: First ever Teletubbies stage show to tour the UK

Tellytubbyland will be coming to stages across the UK later this year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:33AM

Interviews: Richard Bean: 'I'm not superstitious, but I don't like the colour green'

We talk to the playwright about his play Kiss Me which opened at Trafalgar Studios this week, why he doesn't say 'break a leg' and his upcoming play at the new Bridge Theatre, Yo…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:33AM

BROADWAY SINGS FOR PRIDE to Perform with Broadway Talent at Mets Pride, NYC Pride and More by BroadwayWorld

To celebrate 'Unstoppable', Broadway Sings for Pride's upcoming 7th annual Pride concert on Monday, June 26th and to kickoff New York City Pride, Broadway Sings for Pride www.BroadwaySingsFo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18AM

BWW Morning Brief June 13th, 2017 - Starry SONDHEIM AT SEVEN Gala and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news Irish Rep hosts its star-studded SONDHEIM AT SEVEN gala, featuring an intro by Angela Lansbury

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18AM

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… playwright Matthew Campling by Shanine Salmon

"I discovered I preferred my own words to interpreting the words of others, so I started writing plays. I had five produced in SA. When I came to England I needed to make money so I went int…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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I Hear You and Rejoice review at Tricycle Theatre, London – ‘a bittersweet sequel’ by Dave Fargnoli

By turns heart-warming and heart breaking, Mikel Murfi’s I Hear You and Rejoice is a gentle, elegiac multi-character monologue about grief and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:59AM

Radiohead’s lullaby of despair No Surprises

The band return to headline Glastonbury, 20 years after the song featured in their legendary show

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 06:34AM

OPINION: Comparing RENT and La Boheme

They were written a century apart, but Opera classic LA BOHEME and Musical Theatre groundbreaker RENT have more in common than you might think. In fact, RENT was actually based on Puccini's …

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 06:30AM

Julius Caesar Theater review by Adam Feldman

The first production of Shakespeare in the Park this summer is a contemporary account of Julius Caesar, and the knives are already out for it. Directed by Public Theater torchbearer Oskar Eu…

SOURCE: Time Out at 06:29AM

The highs and lows of the 2017 Tony Awards by Adam Feldman

After last year's Hamilton party, the 2017 Tony Awards were bound to suffer from a bit of a hangover. And sure enough, there was plenty of complaining on social media about this year's Tony …

SOURCE: Time Out at 06:26AM

Theatre News: New UK tour dates announced for Jersey Boys

The musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is embarking on its second nationwide tour

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:24AM

Review: Review: £¥€$ (Lies) (Theatre Royal, Plymouth)

Belgium company Ontroerend Goed bring their interactive experience about economics to the UK

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:24AM

Photos: Bear Grylls celebrates with new cast of Mamma Mia!

Georgina Castle, Kate Graham, Sara Poyzer and Jacqueline Braun step up to star in the West End run

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:24AM

Donmar Warehouse announces new productions for 2017 by Georgia Snow

Yael Farber is to make her Donmar Warehouse directing debut with a version of David Harrower’s Knives in Hens. It forms part

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:24AM

KISS ME Trafalgar studio 2 SW1 by Libby Purves and Friends

  ANOTHER KIND OF ETERNAL TRIANGLE     I have a taste for plays about the years between the wars. The WW1 anniversary saw some fascinating contemporaneous ones, often at the J…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 06:20AM

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child review at Palace Theatre, London – ‘new cast equals the original’ by Tim Bano

Three weeks ago a new cast took over the lead roles of the most important theatrical event of a generation, Harry Potter

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:16AM

BWW Review: Black Roman Lives Matter in Trump-Themed JULIUS CAESAR by Michael Dale

For the past 400 years, the title character in William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar has been traditionally regarded as one of the good guys. Oh sure, there was that time back in '37 when Orso…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:06AM

ANATOMY OF A SUICIDE – Royal Court by Aleks Sierz

And what an excruciating, yet devastatingly brilliant, two hours they are. The play shows episodes from the life of the women of one family spread over three time periods: one starts in the …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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The African-American artists exciting savvy collectors

Auction houses, museums and galleries are fuelling a new appreciation of African-American art

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 05:51AM

2017 Emerging Writers’ Festival by Arts Review

Featuring ten days of exploration, professional development and entertainment designed for storytellers of all kinds, Australia’s premier festival for new and emerging writers is about to …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:48AM

‘Nina: A story about me & Nina Simone’ at Young Vic, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Nina: A story about me & Nina Simone” will be staged from July 19, 2017 through July 29, 2017 at Young Vic, London. The play is devised by Josette Bushell-Mingo and Dritëro Kasapi,…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:46AM

Nina Conti's 'In Your Face’ at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Nina Conti's stage show "In Your Face” will be held on June 25, 2017 at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, London.   Nina Conti is a British Comedy Award Winner artist. She is kno…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:43AM

Theatre News: Yaël Farber to make Donmar debut in new season

The South African director will helm a production of David Harrower's thriller Knives in Hens

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:36AM

Review: Review: I Hear You And Rejoice (Tricycle Theatre)

Mikel Murfi returns with his sequel to The Man In Woman's Shoes

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:36AM

NEWS: Donmar Warehouse kicks off autumn 2017 with two modern classics by Press Releases

Artistic Director Josie Rourke and Executive Producer Kate Pakenham announce two new productions at the Donmar Warehouse this autumn: David Harrower’s modern classic, Knives in Hens, and I…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:30AM

Review: Scottish Ballet at Sadler’s Wells by Anna Winter

A superorganism at work: Anna Winter reviews Scottish Ballet's double-bill of works at Sadler's Wells. The post Review: Scottish Ballet at Sadler’s Wells appeared first on Exeunt Maga…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 05:05AM

LA STRADA – The Other Palace by Olivia Mitchell

La Strada is definitely the musical which I have been most pleasantly surprised by so far this year. I am a fan of going into shows without looking them up first and I went into The Other Pa…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Salomé at Swan Theatre, RSC by Geoff Mills

Geoff Mills reviews a Salomé that Oscar Wilde would have thoroughly approved of - in the style of a Victorian epistle to the author himself. The post Review: Salomé at Swan Theatre, RSC ap…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 04:55AM

Review: Ebb at the Alma Tavern, Bristol by Rosemary Waugh

Of pebbles which the waves draw back: Rosemary Waugh reviews Nic McQuillan's new one-man show about love and loss. The post Review: Ebb at the Alma Tavern, Bristol appeared first on Exeunt …

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 04:44AM

A Hunger Artist

A Hunger Artist Off Off Broadway, The Tank at The Connelly Theater Reviewed by Ran Xia BOTTOM LINE: Jonathan Levin is Kafka's hunger artist in this moving allegory of alienation and the da…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 04:12AM

‘Kikujirô no natsu’ at Cinéma - Club de l'Etoile Paris Wagram by Blouin Artinfo

“Kikujirô no natsu” will be playing at Cinéma - Club de l'Etoile Paris Wagram through September 5, 2017.Masao is a young naïve boy who has set out to find his mother, whom he has neve…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:08AM

‘Dorrance Dance – ETM: Double Down’ at Sadler's Wells, London by Blouin Artinfo

‘Dorrance Dance – ETM: Double Down’ will be presented from July 12 through July 15, 2017 at Sadler's Wells, London.  With Afro-Brazilian, indie-pop and even a bit of Adele trigger…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:05AM

‘The Barber of Seville’ at English National Opera, London by Blouin Artinfo

“The Barber of Seville” will be staged from October 5 through October 30, 2017 at English National Opera, London. A Jonathan Miller production, the opera is all about bribery, decep…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:01AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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‘Placebo’ at O2 Academy, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Placebo” will perform on October 23, 2017 at O2 Academy, London from 7:00 pm onwards.“Placebo” was formed in 1994 and is an alternative rock band from London, England. Its founder m…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:55AM

SLUT by Arts Review

Back by popular demand following a sell-out performance at Women in Theatre and Screen’s (WITS) Festival Fatale and a nomination for Best Ensemble at the 2016 Sydney Theatre Awards, the cr…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:25AM

On the Couch with Stuart Maunder by Arts Review

Who is Stuart Maunder? Stuart Maunder is a boy from Boggabri, from farming stock, who always knew the stage was the/his thing. He’s been lucky. He’s been directing musicals and opera…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:04AM

‘Cuori puri’ at Anteo Spazio Cinema, Milan by Blouin Artinfo

“Cuori puri” is screened at Anteo Spazio Cinema in Milan through June 14, 2017. Agnese and Stefano are poles apart. While Agnese is eighteen, lives with her mother and is about to t…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:01AM

The 2016 Arts Industry Digital Marketing Benchmark Study Is Here by Ceci Dadisman

Each year, the folks at Capacity Interactive publish the results of a comprehensive survey of digital marketing at arts organizations around the country.  The data provides not only informa…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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‘Moonlight’ at Babylon, Berlin by Blouin Artinfo

“Moonlight” will be screened at Babylon in Berlin from June 16 through June 20, 2017.As a child, Chiron lives with his single, crack-addict mother Paula in Miami’s crime-ridden neighbo…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:36AM

Ruff ride: the everlasting battles and beauty of Shakespeare's Globe by Chris Wiegand

To mark the Globe’s 20th birthday, we raid the Guardian archives to see how it has divided critics, sparked academic arguments, faced down political protests – and weathered the British …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:36AM

The Village Bike by Arts Review

Currently playing at the Old Fitz Theatre until 8 July, Cross Pollinate Productions in association with Red Line Productions presents the Sydney premiere of  The Village Bike by Penelope Sk…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:17AM

Best theatre shows: our critics’ picks (June 13) by The Stage

If you, too, feel a pressing need to get away from phrases such as ‘loose coalition’, ‘minority government’ or ‘backfiring election’, look

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Andrzej Lukowski: The National’s Olivier has two duds running – should we worry? by Andrzej Lukowski

I thought National Theatre boss Rufus Norris was looking a bit knackered when I saw him across the room on the opening

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Bruno Gagnon: ‘I was sent to circus school after jumping off rooftops’ by Tim Bano

After touring internationally with circus phenomenon Cirque du Soleil for four years, Canadian performer Bruno Gagnon set up his own company with

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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The must-see standup of summer 2017: Daniel Kitson, Sara Pascoe, Rob Delaney and more by Brian Logan

The star of Catastrophe brings carnality, the elusive Kitson attempts to ‘alter language’, Sara Pascoe goes dating, while Hannah Gadsby goes out with a bangPenn and TellerLas Vegas’s l…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:33AM

Tom Green: 'It demystifies the presidency when you've had Trump scream in your face' by Ryan Gilbey

He was the original online prankster who married Drew Barrymore and got fired by Trump. As he returns to standup, he talks about not getting his dues – and where you draw the line in comed…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:33AM

Theater Beat: Philly's Tony night; Ken Ludwig at Pa. Shakespeare; Hurray for youth!

Philly slays at Tony Awards       Who else thinks the Tony Awards destroy the Oscars, Grammys, and Golden Globes? Let's see some hands! More talent per cubic in…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 01:31AM

Review: ‘Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rogers and Hammerstein’ at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts by Julia L. Exline

Riverside Center for the Performing Arts presents Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rogers and Hammerstein, a gorgeous, glamorous revue that celebrates the works of two greats from the go…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:07AM

Drama Teachers: Performing at an Out of Country Festival by Lindsay Price, The Drama Teacher Podcast

Episode 184: Drama Teachers: Performing at an Out of Country Theatre Festival Middle school drama teacher Alyson Brown thinks travel is a vital part of her program. She and her students rece…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 01:00AM

The Power of the Pause: betweenity by Lindsay Price

Sometimes it’s not the words themselves but the spaces between them that say the most. In the vignette play betweenity by Lindsay Price students have a chance to explore the beats, pau…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 01:00AM

How Kap G Stays On Top by Young Hollywood

How Kap G Stays On Top Rap artist Kap G takes a rare break from his busy recording schedule to chill out on a boat with YH during SXSW and bring some of his Atlanta flavor to Austin! The "Gi…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Special Reports: 10 Must-See Free Summer Shows in New York City

Learn how to see theater for nothing all summer.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Theater News: Betsy Wolfe Joins Broadway's Waitress

Wolfe is the latest Jenna in the Tony-nominated musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Tragedy Girls Cast Talk Deadpool, X-Men, & More by Young Hollywood

Tragedy Girls Cast Talk Deadpool, X-Men, & More YH sits down with the talented cast of horror-comedy 'Tragedy Girls', including Craig Robinson, Alexandra Shipp, Jack Quaid, and Brianna Hilde…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Controversial ‘Julius Caesar’ Play Opens to Standing Ovation in Central Park by Gordon Cox

The Public Theater’s new Free Shakespeare in the Park production of “Julius Caesar,” which has stirred controversy with its depiction of a Trump-like Caesar, opened Monday …

SOURCE: Variety at 12:42AM

Xiu Xiu Plays the Music of Twin Peaks by Arts Review

Following performances throughout Europe, Russia and America including David Lynch’s Festival of Disruption in LA, The SUBSTATION in Newport presents the Melbourne Premiere of Xiu Xiu …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:27AM

Review: Welcome to the Pet Shop by Michael Block

By Michael Block Charles Ludlam, the master of the absolutely ridiculous, is a theatrical game changer, but rarely do his masterpieces get the full production treatment. But fret not, T…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 12:18AM

Broadway Favorite Betsy Wolfe Takes Over for Sara Bareilles in Waitress by Andy Lefkowitz

The Broadway musical Waitress welcomes a new leading lady on June 13 as Betsy Wolfe takes over the role of Jenna from the musical's songwriter, Sara Bareilles, who played her final …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12AM

Telly Leung Takes a Magic Carpet Ride into Broadway's Aladdin by Andy Lefkowitz

Stage veteran Telly Leung begins in the title role in Aladdin on June 13. He takes over for Jacob Dickey, who has played the role following the exit of original Broadway cast member Ada…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12AM

Oh, Hello Duo Returns to the New York Stage and Hits Netflix June 13 by Robert Viagas

They will appear in character at the 92nd Street Y the same day their TV special debuts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Be Playing With Music in His Feinstein’s/54 Below Debut by Robert Viagas

The Tony-winning actor will play the intimate NY nightclub June 13–24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Angela Lansbury Hosts Irish Rep’s Sondheim Tribute June 13 by Robert Viagas

Melissa Errico, Len Cariou, and Rebecca Luker are also scheduled to perform.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

The Dance Enthusiast Asks Sally Silvers as she Unveils Three Premieres at Roulette by The Dance Enthusiast

"With three new pieces performed by three separate casts on the horizon, the choreographer Sally Silvers, who has been making work since the 1980s, shows no signs of slowing down." Trina Man…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

Review: Julius Caesar

A dictator seeks to make Rome great again in Shakespeare's tragedy of power and populism.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00AM

Order Up: Betsy Wolfe Joins Broadway's Waitress by Ryan McPhee

The Broadway alum takes center stage after appearing in last season's revival of Falsettos.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Donna Murphy Takes Center Stage in Broadway’s Hello, Dolly! Beginning June 13 by Ryan McPhee

The two-time Tony winner takes on the role of Dolly Gallagher Levi Tuesday nights in the Tony-winning revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Oh, Hello Moves from Broadway to Netflix June 13 by Ryan McPhee

The two-hander starred comics Nick Kroll and John Mulaney.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Telly Leung Is Broadway’s Aladdin Starting June 13 by Andrew Gans

The actor was seen on Broadway earlier this past season in the new musical In Transit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Norbert Leo Butz, Zosia Mamet and More Spin Through Hamish Linklater’s Whirligig Off-Broadway by Harry Haun

Best known for interpreting Shakespeare on the stage, Linklater returns to Off-Broadway as playwright.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Why You Shouldn’t Call These Actors “Differently Abled” by Olivia Clement

Gregg Mozgala and Katy Sullivan unpack the fear, anxiety, and power of disability onstage in Manhattan Theatre Club’s Cost of Living.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

How This Casting Director Constantly Replenishes the Class in Broadway’s School of Rock by Diep Tran

What it takes to find kid rock stars in a show that demands near-constant turnover.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Unwind Thursday Evenings At The Riverfront Happy Hour by Matt Ormseth

Adele on the loudspeaker and the smell of roasting peanuts heralded the second installment of Thursday Nights on the Plaza, a summer-long series put on by Riverfront Recapture each week at M…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

Life As A Long-Haul Trucker by WNYC

Finn Murphy discusses his book The Long Haul: A Trucker's Tales of Life on the Road, about his over 30-year career as a long-haul trucker. Murphy has driven more than a million miles arou…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:00AM

Hip-Hop Theater Production Confronts Society's Toughest Issues by Christopher Arnott

"(Be)Longing" belongs to two well-established traditions at New Haven's International Festival of Arts & Ideas: it's a world premiere, and it tackles provocative social issues. The show, whi…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

Director From Mexico Brings 'Frida Kahlo' Story To Carriage House by Christopher Arnott

In his native Mexico, Hiram Marina is a well-known theater director and producer who's helmed shows involving more than a hundred performers at once, for audiences that numbered in the tens …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM