Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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“La Dame aux Camellias” at Palais Garnier, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

A ballet by John Neumeier based on the novel by Alexandre Dumas’ “La Dame aux Camelias” (Lady of the Camellias) will be on stage at Palais Garnier, Paris from November 30 through Janua…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:55PM

Report From New York: The Prom Is Very Strange Strangers In A Strange Land by Bill Hirschman

Usually in “fish out of water” comedies, the fish are surprised to find themselves out of the water and spend most of the evening trying to get back to familiar aquatic climes. But in th…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 11:12PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Coverage: The Stars of THE ILLUSIONISTS - MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS Meet The Press! by Walter McBride

The Illusionists - Magic of the Holidays, an all-new installment of the blockbuster world-famous touring magic spectacular that arrives on Broadway beginning Friday, November 23 through Sund…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:49PM

‘Once on This Island’ Ending Broadway Run by Brent Lang

“Once on This Island,” this year’s Tony Award winner for best musical revival, will close its Broadway run on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019. When the curtain falls for the last time…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:26PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Once On This Island’ Ending Its Tony-Winning Broadway Run In January by Erik Pedersen

Once on This Island is shoving off for good soon. The show, which won this year’s Tony Award for Best Revival, will stage its final Broadway performance January 6, its producers said t…

SOURCE: Deadline at 08:55PM

Book Review: Diane Williams, Flash Fiction, and the Shrinking Short Story by Robert Israel

Diane Williams's brusque vision of a perverse life force mesmerizes.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:06PM

Film News Roundup: Rita Moreno Joins Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’ Reboot by Dave McNary

In today’s film news roundup, Rita Moreno joins the “West Side Story” reboot, “Justified Vengeance” unveils its cast, Zane Holtz’s “Beyond the Night…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:03PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Peter Pan (Bros Do Prose) by Lauren Emily Whalen

Very few children’s shows are truly enjoyable for everyone, but Bros do Prose’s 2-person Peter Pan is a notable exception. This sunny, warm-hearted adaptation is proof that when it comes…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 07:54PM

Broadway’s ‘Once on This Island’ Revival Will Close Jan. 6 by Michael Paulson

The show won the Tony Award for best musical revival, but was not a financial success.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:48PM

Hadestown to Open on Broadway This Spring by Mark A. Robinson

Fans of the musical Hadestown will be excited to hear that the eagerly-anticipated show will make its journey to Broadway this spring following widespread acclaim at London’s National Thea…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 07:39PM

Kelli O'Hara To Join Seth Rudetsky In Concert At NYC Town Hall In January by BroadwayWorld

The Town Hall Presentsthe internationally acclaimedBroadway concert series, hosted and music directed by SiriusXM Radio starSeth Rudetskyand produced byMark Cortale,atThe Town Hall123 W. 43r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:37PM

Tony-Winning Once On This Island Revival Announces Final Performance on Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

The 2018 Tony-winning and Broadway.com Audience Choice Award-winning revival of Ahrens & Flaherty's Once On This Island has announced a final performance date of January 6,…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:33PM

Help Send A Student, Class Or School To A Broadway Show With Broadway Bridges! by BroadwayWorld

Individuals and foundations can now help send NYC public high school students to a Broadway show through Broadway Bridges.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24PM

The Story Ends: Tony-Winning Revival of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND To Close This January by BroadwayWorld

It was announced today that the Tony Award winning Best Revival will close on Sunday, January 6, 2019. When it closes this production will have played 29 previews and 458 performances.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:15PM

Your last chance to visit Once on this Island.

After the opening of Spring Awakening, I turned to Director Michael Arden and said, “What’s next?” When he said, “I want to do Once On This Island,” I knew …

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 07:15PM

‘Once on This Island’ will play its final performance on Jan. 6 by Caitlin Huston

“Once on This Island” will play its last performance on Jan. 6, after 29 previews and 458 performances. The musical, which won the 2018 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, beating …

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 07:15PM

Tony-Winning Once On This Island Revival Sets Closing Date on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens musical opened in December 2017 at the Circle in the Square Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:14PM

Two by Friel by David Kaufman

The attempt to draw comparisons between two disparate one-act plays by Brian Friel proves forced and effortful. In a program note for "Two by Friel," now playing at the Irish Repertory Theat…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 07:07PM

Ofcom head calls for British rival to Netflix

Sharon White says ‘viewers will flock to single destinations’ with wide content

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 07:01PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Jonny Sun to Write Live-Action/Animated Family Film ‘Paper Lanterns’ by Justin Kroll

Fox Family, the division of 20th Century Fox that focuses on a wide range of family film projects, and Chernin Entertainment are teaming on the live-action/animated family movie “Paper…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:44PM

Hadestown Will Sing Its Mythic Tale on Broadway This Spring by Jackson McHenry

Once Bruce Springsteen leaves the the Walter Kerr Theatre, a different kind of legend will take his place. Hadestown, the folk-music-inflected tale of the Greek myths surrounding Orpheus and…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:36PM

La Jolla Announces John Leguizamo Musical KISS MY AZTEC! And More For 2019/2020 Season by BroadwayWorld

La Jolla Playhouse has announcesd four productions for its 20192020 season, including the world premieres ofPut Your House in OrderbyIke Holter, directed byLili-AnneBrown, andThe Luckiest, b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:18PM

BWW TV: First Look At Tom Stoppard's THE HARD PROBLEM at Lincoln Center Theater! by BroadwayWorld TV

Lincoln Center TheaterpresentsThe Hard Problem, a new play byTom Stoppard, directed byJack O'Brien.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:18PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Matt Doyle by Broadway.com

Matt Doyle stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about his return to Feinstein's/54 Below to Make the Season Bright and more with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM

Odds & Ends: Melissa Errico to Receive Sardi's Caricature & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed today. Melissa Errico to Receive Sardi's Caricature Exciting news for Melissa Errico! The Tony-nominated Broadway veteran wi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Go Inside Kerry Washington’s Screening of If Beale Street Could Talk by Marc J. Franklin

The Broadway community came out for the special screening of Barry Jenkins' new film on November 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

Review: A Modern Party in Ancient Egypt by Michael Block

By Michael Block Breaking the mold in theater these days comes with great ambition. We create in a time where we seemingly need to recreate the wheel in order to stand out. And if you c…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:42PM

Creede Repertory Theatre Announces 54th Season by American Theatre Editors

The 2019 summer season will include 'Little Shop,' 'Pride and Prejudice,' and a touring children's production.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:40PM

Livestreaming a talk with Michael Kliën

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SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:37PM

Take a Look at Jonas Kaufmann in Otello at the Bavarian State Opera by David Gewirtzman

Performances continue in Munich through December 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:33PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Artistic Director Alex Levy on Bringing Paula Vogel’s ‘A Civil War Christmas’ to 1st Stage by David Siegel

With the holiday season upon us- whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or New Year’s- the performing arts calendar is full of productions that help connect an audience to the larger,…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:53PM

Be More Chill Cast to Perform at Barnes & Noble by Adam Hetrick

The Joe Iconis musical arrives on Broadway in February at the Lyceum.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:50PM

Springsteen on Broadway on Netflix: Watch trailer by Jonathan Mandell

The day after Springsteen on Broadway closes at the Walter Kerr Theater December 15, 2018, it debuts on Netflix

SOURCE: New York Theater at 04:25PM

Oscar Winner Rita Moreno to Return to West Side Story in Steven Spielberg's New Film by Andy Lefkowitz

Rita Moreno, the award-winning stage-and-screen legend who won an Oscar for her turn as Anita in the first film adaptation of West Side Story, has signed on to play Valentina—a reconce…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:12PM

Broadwaysted Podcast to Present All-Star Holiday Radio Musical, 'It's a Broadwaysted Life' to Benefit Broadway Bound Kids by Broadwaysted

This December, the popular theatre podcast Broadwaysted is once again releasing a star-studded parody radio play to celebrate the holiday season...and this time, it's a musical

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:12PM

Rita Moreno Will Return to WEST SIDE STORY for Steven Spielberg Reboot by BroadwayWorld

Rita Moreno, who famously played Anita in the original 1962 film version of West Side Story, will return for Steven Spielberg's upcoming adaptation. Moreno will play Valentina, a reconceived…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:12PM

Famed Alvin Ailey Dancers to Share Personal Stories in Upcoming Growing Up Alvin Ailey Event by Ruthie Fierberg

Sarita Allen, Liz Roxas-Dobrish, and Desmond Richardson will reveal stories from the company and more at the December panel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Registration Open for 2019 Broadway Teachers Workshop by Logan Culwell-Block

The three-day series of workshops and seminars with Broadway artists will be held in July 2019.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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'Dear Evan Hansen' shatters the Ahmanson Theatre's box office record — and will be back for a return engagement by Jessica Gelt

“Dear Evan Hansen,” the musical whose national tour shattered ticket sales records during an Ahmanson Theatre run that ended Saturday, will return to L.A. as part of Center Theatre Group…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 03:55PM

Review: The Mountaintop, Bristol Old Vic by Phoebe Graham

“We’ve got some difficult days ahead. But it really doesn’t matter with me now, because I’ve been to the mountaintop. […] So I’m happy, tonight. I’m not…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:48PM

Ren Dara Santiago Named Inaugural Winner of Cornelia Street American Playwriting Award by Olivia Clement

The Siblings Play playwright will be presented with the award in 2019.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:37PM

Anaïs Mitchell’s ‘Hadestown’ to Open on Broadway in April by Michael Paulson

The musical reimagining of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth is now playing at London’s National Theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:24PM

Like haunted houses? Step into ‘An Inspector Calls,’ a Broadway phenomenon now touring the country. by Peter Marks

Stephen Daldry brings his hit ’90s production to Washington and beyond.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:24PM

Dick Whittington review – a winning London fantasia by Brian Logan

Lyric Hammersmith, LondonCariad Lloyd and Jude Christian’s panto boasts a nice balance of trashy and innocent, a charismatic cast and a warm spirit of fun Even by panto standards, the stor…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:24PM

Rita Moreno Will Return to West Side Story for New Film Adaptation by Ryan McPhee

The EGOT winner will appear in Steven Spielberg’s upcoming movie after winning an Oscar for her performance as Anita.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda Poses for the Cover of Vanity Fair! by BroadwayWorld

The latest issue of Vanity Fair features a face very familiar to theatre-goers, and in just a matter a weeks, it will be familiar to movie-goers as well. Lin-Manuel Miranda stars as Jack in …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

Enter to Win a Chance to Attend a Broadway Play with Hillary Clinton by BroadwayWorld

Hillary Clinton is offering you a chance to sit down with her over a glass of wine followed by a Broadway play. All you have to do is donate toOnward Together and support a fairer, more equa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06PM

Get a First Look at Cody Simpson as Anastasia's New Dmitry by Broadway.com

Australian perfomer Cody Simpson will make his Broadway debut as Dmitry in the hit musical Anastasia on November 29. The actor takes over the role from Zach Adkins, who will p…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:06PM

Hadestown, from The Great Comet's Rachel Chavkin, to Arrive at Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre by Andy Lefkowitz

On the heels of a celebrated West End opening, the new musical Hadestown by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell has set a 2019 Broadway premiere at the Walter Kerr Theatre. The previously …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:06PM

Abracadabra! The Cast of The Illusionists—Magic of the Holidays Brings Their Tricks to Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

Now you see them, now they don't! The cast of Broadway's The Illusionists—Magic of the Holidays took to the stage at the Marquis Theatre on November 27 to show off their skills…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:06PM

Green Book, A Star Is Born Are National Board of Review’s Biggest Winners by Hunter Harris

Awards season formally began at last night’s Gotham Awards, and it barrels on: The National Board of Review announced its 2018 winners Tuesday morning. Green Book, a buddy comedy about mas…

SOURCE: Vulture at 03:02PM

Sam Elliott (‘A Star Is Born’) would be 6th oldest Best Supporting Actor Oscar winner by Joyce Eng

The Best Supporting Actor Oscar race could be one for the ages. Timothee Chalamet (“Beautiful Boy”) could become the second youngest winner in the category, but on the other end …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:00PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Anaïs Mitchell’s Acclaimed ‘Hadestown’ Musical Sets Broadway Premiere by Greg Evans

The acclaimed London production of singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell’s Hadestown will transfer to Broadway this spring, producers announced today. Directed by Rachel Chavkin, the mus…

SOURCE: Deadline at 02:52PM

Stephen Hillenburg, ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Creator, Dies at 57 by Neil Genzlinger

His cartoon show, loved by the 12-and-under crowd and by many much older fans as well, spawned two movies and a Tony-nominated Broadway musical.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:50PM

Aziz Ansari announces first Denver show since #MeToo controversy by John Wenzel, The Know

Aziz Ansari is returning to Denver for a show at the Buell Theatre on Feb. 16. It'll be his first local show since #MeToo.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 02:42PM

Review: Macbeth, The Garrick Theatre by Olivia Gibbs-Fairley

Directed by Natasha Nixon, Macbeth is the latest production by the National Youth Theatre REP Company, and the final in its 2018 season (the two previous productions being Consensual and Vic…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:42PM

Review: Dick Whittington, Lyric Hammersmith by Olivia Gibbs-Fairley

As is evident by the weather, Christmas is around the corner, and so too are the multitude of traditions associated with it; mince pies, Christmas songs and of course the Great British tradi…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:42PM

Enter to Win Tickets to See Daniel’s Husband Off-Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The thought-provoking gay-themed play returns Off-Broadway following an acclaimed 2017 premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:37PM

Review: ‘A Christmas Carol’ at Annapolis Shakespeare Company by Charles Green

Annapolis Shakespeare Company’s production of A Christmas Carol is a delightfully faithful adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel. Co-written by Donald Hicken and Sally Boyett, and…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:35PM

Ben Vereen Will Play December Encore Concert at The Cutting Room by Adam Hetrick

The Tony-winning entertainer known for his roles in Jesus Christ Superstar, Pippin, and Wicked, returns following a Thanksgiving engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:31PM

2019 National Board of Review Awards: ‘Green Book’ wins 2 including Best Picture, ‘A Star is Born’ takes 3 by Paul Sheehan

The National Board of Review announced its winners on Tuesday (Nov. 27). Peter Farrelly‘s biopic “Green Book” was named Best Picture with Viggo Mortensen winning Best Actor…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 02:30PM

Bruce Springsteen on Broadway: Netflix trailer shows Boss up close and personal by Asbury Park Press, Chris Jordan, Asbury Park Press

'Springsteen on Broadway' begins steaming Dec. 16 on Netflix        

SOURCE: USA Today at 02:12PM

Fancy Nancy’s Splendiferous Christmas review by Christopher Henley

The ever dependable Adventure Theatre MTC has unveiled its Christmas show for this year, Fancy Nancy’s Splendiferous Christmas. Based on a book (part of a series) by Jane O’Connor an…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 02:12PM

‘Hadestown’ to open at the Walter Kerr this season by Caitlin Huston

“Hadestown” will open on Broadway this season at the Walter Kerr Theatre. The Anaïs Mitchell musical will take over the theater from “Springsteen on Broadway,” whic…

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 02:12PM

Hadestown Musical Sets Broadway Dates and Theatre by Ryan McPhee

The folk opera returns to New York in spring 2019 following a London bow at the National Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Breaking: HADESTOWN Will Arrive on Broadway in April 2019 at the Walter Kerr Theatre! by BroadwayWorld

Following record-breaking runs at New York Theatre Workshop, Canada's Citadel Theatre, and London's National Theatre, Hadestown has found its home on Broadway, according to the New York Time…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:05PM

Backstage at Mean Girls with Erika Henningsen, Episode 11: Thanksgiving Special! by Broadway.com

Mean Girls star Erika Henningsen is back with a special Thanksgiving episode! #Grateful

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:04PM

Red Stitch reveals 2019 Season by Arts Review

Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre has announced a huge 2019 season – including five Australian premieres and another world premiere from the company’s INK program – exploring some o…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:00PM

Sideshow's ambitious 'HeLa' traces the cosmic wheels back to a woman with cancer in 1951 by Kerry Reid

In January 1951, a 30-year-old black woman with five children was diagnosed with cervical cancer at Johns Hopkins Hospital. After enduring a horrific series of radiation treatments for month…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:00PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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A Sneak Peek at The Illusionists—Magic of the Holidays On Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The new installment of the touring magic show began performances November 23 at the Marquis Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:40PM

Ariana Grande’s Mean Girls and More: 5 Things to Know in Pop Culture Today by Eleanor Stanford

What you need to know from today’s TV, music and movie news this Tuesday.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:39PM

How The Ferryman Wrangles Its Onstage Goose by Jackson McHenry

Among a cast of dozens playing an extended Northern Irish family, including aunts, uncles, cousins, and even babies, the breakout stars of The Ferryman may well be the animal actors. Jez But…

SOURCE: Vulture at 01:36PM

Call Answered: Lawrence Leritz: "Dancers Over 40 Legacy Awards" + "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" by Callmeadam.com

very excited to have the opportunity to interview dancer/choreographer Lawrence Leritz. Lawrence will be honored on December 10 at the Dancers Over 40 Legacy Awards, where he will receive th…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 01:21PM

Chicago Theater Review: FAMILIAR (Steppenwolf) by Lawrence Bommer

STRIDENTLY SILLY, THEN SUDDENLY SERIOUS The title Familiar alludes to family—and, when loved ones squabble over who they are and where they come from, this title questions just what is�…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 01:19PM

Bayless Family Foundation Grant Announcement by Bt

The Bayless Family Foundation will soon be accepting applications for its new "Stepping Stone" grants, which aims to bolster the bottom lines of promising Chicago theater companies. The gran…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 01:18PM

Burn This Completes Casting by Mark A. Robinson

The forthcoming (and the first revival) of Lanford Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Burn This, set to open on Broadway this spring, had already announced earlier this year that Keri Ru…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 01:13PM

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with Once On This Island Star Anna Uzele

Anna Uzele talks making her debut in Once On This Island, her crazy whirlwind casting process, and her passion for crafting.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:13PM

Erin Mackey and Wade McCollum to Headline Staged Reading of New Musical Till Soon, Anne by Adam Hetrick

New York Theatre Barn will also present a reading of the new immersive musical How the Westons Won December 3 at the Cell.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:08PM

Review: An Inspector Calls. Magnificent production by Christopher Henley

I once saw Edward Albee speak on a panel with Robert Wilson. Albee described his disappointment when he re-watched the Werner Herzog film Aguirre, Wrath of God. There was a particular sequen…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 01:06PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at noon (Broadway Time)
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BWW TV Exclusive: Stars of Tomorrow Warm Up at Broadway Sessions Open Mic Party! by Ben Cameron

The cold never bothered them anyway The boldest of the belters braved the storm to come and sing their faces off for our All Open Mic Party. The night was filled with dulcet tones from some …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:59PM

Watching Lin-Manuel Miranda Guess Thanksgiving Leftovers for a Good Cause Is the Perfect Kickoff to the Holidays by Andy Lefkowitz

Audiences are gearing up for Lin-Manuel Miranda's return to the title role in his award-winning hit musical Hamilton. As previously announced, the show's creator and original star wi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:54PM

The Official Trailer Is Here for Netflix's Springsteen on Broadway by Broadway.com

December 15 might mark the conclusion of Bruce Springsteen's thrice-extended, Tony-winning Broadway concert engagement at the Walter Kerr Theatre, but it will also be the night…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:54PM

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Creator Stephen Hillenburg Passes Away at 57 by TV News Desk

Stephen Hillenburg, the creator of theNickelodeoncartoon series SpongeBob SquarePants, died on Monday at the age of57, according to Variety.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:46PM

Dick Whittington is headed to Theatre Royal Stratford East by Carly-Ann Clements

Get your diaries out because Theatre Royal Stratford East has announced their 2019 pantomime. From November to January, you can see Dick Whittington. The post Dick Whittington is headed to T…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 12:45PM

'SpongeBob Squarepants' creator Stephen Hillenburg dies at 57 by Joe Otterson

Stephen Hillenburg, the creator of the megahit Nickelodeon cartoon series "SpongeBob SquarePants," died on Monday. He was 57. The cause of death was ALS, which Hillenburg revealed he had bee…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:45PM

Photo: First Look at Cody Simpson Debuting as Dmitry in ANASTASIA by BroadwayWorld

Check out the first photo of new Anastasia cast member Cody Simpson as Dmitry. Simpson will make his Broadway debut this Thursday, November 29.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:44PM

Call Answered: Lawrence Leritz: "Dancers Over 40 Legacy Awards" + "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" by Adam Rothenberg

I’ve always been fascinated by those who can truly dance. Chita Rivera, Gene Kelly, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, and Paula Abdul are just some of those who inspire me with their …

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 12:42PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 1018: Ren Dara Santiago by Adam Szymkowicz

Ren Dara Santiago Hometown:  I was born in the Bronx, lived in Puerto Rico for the first year of my life. Then Yonkers. We moved to Harlem in 2002. Current Town:  Harlem. I am r…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 12:42PM

'Familiar' at Steppenwolf is Danai Gurira's comedy about a Zimbabwean-American family divided by Chris Jones

The aptly named “Familiar,” now at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company under the skilled direction of Danya Taymor, is a fine example of the kind of play that many well-educated children of …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:40PM

Viagogo ordered to improve details on ticket sales

UK watchdog hails victory for consumers as court tells reseller to be more transparent

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:37PM

Listen: Joan Allen on Broadway, Screen Acting and Women’s Roles in Hollywood by Gordon Cox

It seems safe to say that Joan Allen has a pretty good handle on screen acting — she’s been nominated for three Oscars, after all. But on the latest episode of Stagecraft, Variet…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:36PM

Hippolyte et Aricie at the Staatsoper Berlin — Rameau thwarted by Rattle and spectacle

Olafur Eliasson’s designs and Simon Rattle’s conducting somehow conspire to suffocate Rameau’s opera

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:34PM

What One Theatre Learned About Engaging Audiences by Artsjournal

Our big takeaway from the project was finding a common point of interest and building engagement with groups around that. If we started with people who were too far removed from the work, we…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:31PM

Dear Evan Hansen Songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Will Offer West Coast Concert by Adam Hetrick

The award-winning songwriters of La La Land, The Greatest Showman, and Dear Evan Hansen will be joined by special guest performers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:22PM

Watch Powerful Trailer for Netflix Broadcast of Springsteen on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The production, which continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre through December 15, will air the following night.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:16PM

Collaboraction seeking submissions for The Light at Chicago Youth Theater Festival by Bt

Collaboraction is seeking submissions of short plays, devised theatre, dance, spoken word and performance from throughout the Chicagoland area for our upcoming youth festival, THE LIGHT. We …

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:12PM

Announcing the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events’ current ArtsSpace Programs by Bt

ArtsSpace Program – Chicago Cultural CenterYear-round performance and presenting opportunities for non-profit arts organizations at the Chicago Cultural Center. Applications are reviewed o…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:12PM

Oscars: Bradley Cooper and Christian Bale Lead Top Heavy Actor Race by Kristopher Tapley

In contrast to the lead actress competition, a list of this year’s lead actor Oscar hopefuls runs out of home run contenders pretty quickly. But at the very top, just like their female cou…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:07PM

UK theatres back plan to improve diversity among offstage staff by Mark Brown Arts Correspondent

More than 90 venues including National Theatre sign up to trade union initiative More than 90 UK theatres have signed up to a trade union initiative seen as the largest effort yet to tackle …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:06PM

‘Fun & outrageous’: LA CLIQUE NOEL: PART DEUX – Edinburgh ★★★★ by Thom Dibdin

La Clique returns with an eclectic array of outrageous and magnificent circus cabaret to Edinburgh this festive season for Noel – Part Deux.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

Leaking Light: A Review of The Dark at the Top of the Stairs at Eclipse Theatre Company by Irene Hsiao

Closing out their William Inge season, this production from Eclipse Theatre Company walks the line between realism and melodrama with ease.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 12:00PM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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New graphic novels: 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' 'Anne Frank's Diary,' 'The Beatles' by Usa Today, Brian Truitt, Usa Today

We check out four new graphic novels, including versions of 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' Anne Frank's diary and 'The Beatles in Comix.'      &n…

SOURCE: USA Today at 11:59AM

Magic Time!: ‘An Inspector Calls’ at Shakespeare Theatre Company by John Stoltenberg

J. B. Priestley’s classic An Inspector Calls—a drawing-room drama set in England in 1912 and written there in 1944—has landed in DC with uncanny currency. Now at Sidney Harmon Hall…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:59AM

Colt Coeur to Launch 2018–2019 Season With Stephen Belber's Joan by Olivia Clement

The NYC-based company, led by Adrienne Campbell-Holt, will present two world premieres next season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:58AM

BWW Flashback: The Iconic Stars That Inspired New FX Series FOSSE/VERDON by Paul Smith

BroadwayWorld reported last week the additional cast that will appear in FosseVerdon, an eight episode limited series from award-winning producers Thomas Kail, Steven Levenson, Lin-Manuel Mi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:58AM

‘Be More Chill’ Releases New Artwork for Broadway by Matthew Wexler

'Be More Chill' has unveiled new artwork for its Broadway launch, beginning February 13 at The Lyceum Theater.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:48AM

Backstage at Wicked with Amanda Jane Cooper, Episode 8: Farewell by Broadway.com

In her final vlog episode, Wicked star Amanda Jane Cooper offers up the usual sparkle and shenanigans!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Kristine Nielsen to Join Nathan Lane & Andrea Martin in Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus by Andy Lefkowitz

Kristine Nielsen will return to Broadway in 2019, rounding out the cast of Pulitzer finalist Taylor Mac's Broadway-debut play Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus. George C. Wolfe will dir…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Brandon Uranowitz & David Furr to Join Keri Russell & Adam Driver in Burn This at Broadway's Hudson Theatre by Andy Lefkowitz

Tony nominees Brandon Uranowitz and David Furr have been cast in the roles of Larry and Burton, respectively, in the upcoming Broadway revival of Lanford Wilson's Burn This. Tony wi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Matthew Broderick & More Celebrate Celebrity Autobiography's First Broadway Performance by Caitlin Moynihan

Celebrity Autobiography officially arrived on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on November 26. The opening night boasted an A-list roster that included Lewis Black, Mario Cantone, Cecily Stro…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

J.K. Rowling on the Prospect of Theatricalizing Harry Potter: 'The Stakes Were Really High' by Andy Lefkowitz

Today, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is known as the record-breaking, Tony Award-winning sequel to J.K. Rowling's iconic Harry Potter book series. But the future wasn't…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Max von Essen, Brad Oscar, Howard McGillin Set for A Newer World Reading by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Jerry Mitchell will direct the musical, based on the Harvard Scandal of 1920.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:46AM

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for SPRINGSTEEN ON BROADWAY, Coming to Netflix This December by Stage Tube

The critically acclaimed, three times extended, Broadway phenomenon, Springsteen on Broadway, makes its global debut on Netflix on December 16.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42AM

Brandon Uranowitz and David Furr Join Broadway Revival of BURN THIS at the Hudson Theatre by BroadwayWorld

It has just been revealed that actors David Furrand Brandon Uranowitzwill join three-time Emmy Award nominee Adam Driverand Golden Globe Award Winner and Emmy Award Nominee Keri Russell in t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42AM

Buddies in Bad Times co-founder Sky Gilbert severs ties with theatre company by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Gilbert claims company is no longer a gay and lesbian theatre, but Carly Maga writes that the controversy isn’t really about Gilbert, it’s about addressing systemic inequality and deeply…

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:35AM

Find Your Next Great Theatre Job Before the Holidays in this Week's BroadwayWorld Classifieds, 11/27 by BroadwayWorld

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 11222018 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:34AM

‘Springsteen On Broadway’ Trailer: First Look At Bruce’s Netflix Special by Greg Evans

Bruce Springsteen’s career has been a “long and noisy prayer,” the Boss tells us in this new trailer for Springsteen On Broadway, and Netflix watchers can shout a big ̶…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:34AM

Watch Trailer for ‘Springsteen on Broadway’ Netflix Special by Jem Aswad

On December 15, after 236 performances since October of last year, all at the Walter Kerr Theatre, the cast of “Springsteen on Broadway” — Bruce and, for two songs, singer/wife Patti S…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:33AM

Review: "Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn" stars Nicholas Rodriguez, Hayley Podschun & Ann Harada @ Paper Mill thru Dec. 30th by Jim Beckerman

Not only does ANN HARADA, doing Gene Kelly one better, dancing with milk pails on her feet while belting "Shaking the Blues Away" but Denis Jones' number then builds into an epic routine!

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 11:10AM

Philadelphia Review:"Cinderella:A Musical Panto" Your Best Bet this Holiday Season at People's Light by Rebecca Rendell

CAROLINE STRANG sparkles as "Ella," KIM CARSON smolders while LUKE BRANDT & TYLER FAUNTLEROY are my top notch favorites!

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 11:10AM

‘Will leave you thinking & laughing throughout’: JB SHORTS 20 – Manchester by Kristy Stott

As ever, JB Shorts has a great reputation and never disappoints. With its host of gripping, 15-minute plays by some of TV’s top writers and starring local talent, I would recommend JB Shor…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:06AM

Review: Running on Glass, a tribute to female athletes by Debbie Minter Jackson

Running on Glass reminds us of the history of female athletes who burst through the metaphorical glass ceiling only to be forgotten throughout history.  It’s actually a joy seeing the mos…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:04AM

J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, and John Tiffany Discuss Creation of Broadway's Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by Andrew Gans

The interview was taped in the lobby of the Lyric Theatre, home to the two-part drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Sadiq Khan joins calls to increase BAME representation in offstage roles by Giverny Masso

The mayor of London Sadiq Khan claimed theatres should be “pulling out all the stops” to improve the ethnic diversity of their

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:03AM

Broadway’s ‘Burn This’ Rounds Out Cast, Sets Opening Date by Greg Evans

Next spring’s Broadway revival of Lanford Wilson's Burn This starring Adam Driver and Keri Russell has completed casting and set an April 16 opening date at the Hudson Theatre. Previe…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:00AM

Broadway Grosses w/e 11/25/2018: No Pardon Needed for Turkeys on Broadway

Box Office Grosses jumped a whopping 18% this week thanks to an influx of audiences enjoying time off for the Thanksgiving holiday and shelling out at an average of $144 per ticket! Several …

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

Quincy Jones to Leave Hands and Feet Imprint at Chinese Theatre by Shalini Dore

You’ve got to believe Quincy Jones was willing to die for his music. His biggest health scare came in in 1974 when he suffered a brain aneurysm. The blame fell to his workload — scoring …

SOURCE: Variety at 11:00AM

‘Burn This’ announces Hudson Theatre, complete casting by Caitlin Huston

“Burn This” will take over the Hudson Theatre this spring, following the departure of “Head Over Heels.” In addition to Keri Russell and Adam Driver, the revival will feature Brandon…

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 11:00AM

Brandon Uranowitz and David Furr Join Burn This on Broadway at the Hudson Theatre by Olivia Clement

The 2019 spring revival, starring The Americans' Keri Russell and Star Wars’ Adam Driver, has found its theatre and full cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: Amazon Echo Gets an Upgrade, Patti LuPone-Style by Paul Smith

Patti LuPone is a two time Tony Award winner, a star on Broadway and the West End, and now she can check Alexa voice off her list... well, sort of. Check out a hilarious new parody commercia…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:51AM

Jeff Daniels on Why Adult Actors Had to Play the Kids in Broadway’s To Kill A Mockingbird by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor also discusses his “role of a lifetime” and how long he’ll be playing it.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM

Why Glenn Close Took a 17-Minute Onstage Break in Off-Broadway’s Mother of the Maid by Ruthie Fierberg

The star of the new take on Joan of Arc tells Jimmy Fallon about the mishap that led to her chatting with the audience.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

We Will Follow by American Theatre Editors

From emerging talents to unsung veterans, our regular Role Call feature shines a light on folks you ought to know.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:40AM

Actor: Frank X by American Theatre Editors

The Philly-based performer is known as one of the best around, but he doesn't rest on his laurels so much as spread them around.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:38AM

Choreographer: Robert Barry Fleming by American Theatre Editors

Inspired as much by the avant-garde as by Golden Age Broadway, this multiple threat has a varied and ever-expanding toolkit.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:36AM

Prison Inmates Talk About How Performing In Plays Helps Their Rehabilitation by Artsjournal1

“It built all my confidence up, I felt alive again. I felt like there was a future.” Reporter Bruce Munro talks with current and former prisoners in Scotland (including one who&#…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:36AM

We Had a Convening About Comedy in Theatre and People Couldn’t Stop Farting by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb

By Peter Sinn Nachtrieb. Playwright Peter Nachtrieb gives his reflections on the Comedy Convening co-hosted by HowlRound in Boston, MA on 17 and 18 October 2018. 

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:34AM

Composer: James Valcq by American Theatre Editors

The 'Spitfire Grill' tunesmith is also the co-artistic director of Wisconsin's Third Avenue Playhouse.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:34AM

Costume Designer: Uriel Gomez by American Theatre Editors

He sees his work as a collaboration with the performers he's dressing.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:32AM

American Psycho Musical Is Headed to Australia by Adam Hetrick

The Duncan Sheik-scored pop musical based on Bret Easton Ellis’ graphic pulp novel will make its Australian debut this spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Development Director: Emily Sutton-Smith by American Theatre Editors

Money doesn't just fall into her lap, but there's no question she has a knack for fundraising at Williamston Theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:30AM

Director: Guillermo Cienfuegos by American Theatre Editors

Having helmed more than 30 plays in Los Angeles, he is unapologetic about his love for the local theatre scene.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:28AM

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui ***1/2 by Barry Gordin

By: David Sheward November 27, 2018:  As audiences enter the Laura F. Angelson Theatre for Classic Stage Company’s revival of Bertolt Brecht’s rarely produced The Resistible Rise of Ar…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:27AM

What the Constitution Means to Me Kicks Off Encore Run at Greenwich House Theater by Olivia Clement

The NYTW production of Heidi Schreck's critically acclaimed play begins performances in its new theatre November 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:27AM

Education Director: Nikki Toombs by American Theatre Editors

Toombs, who heads the education department at Atlanta's True Colors, works to bring theatre to all kids.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:26AM

Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda Record 'Cheering For Me Now' With John Kander, Alex Lacamoire, and a Full Orchestra by Ryan McPhee

The song is the latest in the Hamilton composer's #Hamildrop series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:26AM

The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Amazon Prime — a second helping of pastiche screwball comedy

Rachel Brosnahan is effervescent as a 1950s New York housewife working her way up the stand-up circuit

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:25AM

Executive Director: Robert Serrell by American Theatre Editors

With forward thinking, and some search engine optimization, he revitalized and boosted the Barrow Group Theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:24AM

General Manager: Céline Delcayre by American Theatre Editors

She brings her background of both theatre and arts administration to her management role.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:22AM

House Manager: Christine Treglia by American Theatre Editors

Her job at the Wilbury Theatre Group is to make sure the show, not the front-of-house experience, is what you remember.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:20AM

Lighting Designer: Jeanette Oi-Suk Yew by American Theatre Editors

Curiosity, hard work, and a taste for experimentation mark her work in lighting, projection, and puppetry.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:18AM

VIDEO: J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne Discuss Creating HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD by Stage Tube

In a new video filmed in the lobby of the Lyric Theatre, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child creators J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne discussed what it was like putting the show tog…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Drops New Video For 'Cheering For Me Now' with John Kander by BroadwayWorld

In the latest release in the Hamildrop series, Lin-Manuel Miranda teamed up with John Kander to record a new song called Cheering For Me Now. Now Miranda has dropped a new orchestral recordi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

Kristine Nielsen joins cast of ‘Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus’ by Caitlin Huston

Kristine Nielsen will star alongside Nathan Lane and Andrea Martin in “Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus.” Nielson, a Tony Award nominee for “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and…

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 10:18AM

Literary Manager: Lexy Leuszler by American Theatre Editors

The leader of the O'Neill's literary office is dedicated to showcasing new writers, eliminating barriers, and making the play submission process more accessible.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:16AM

Marketing Director: Shannon Emerick by American Theatre Editors

The Main Street Theater staffer, also a performer, delights in having a hand in all of the Houston troupe's communications.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:14AM

Kristine Nielsen Completes the Cast of GARY: A SEQUEL TO TITUS ANDRONICUS by BroadwayWorld

Producer Scott Rudin announced today that Tony Award nominee Kristine Nielsen will complete the starry cast of Gary A Sequel to Titus Andronicus, the new comedy by Pulitzer Prize finalist an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:13AM

Music Director: Jesse J. Sanchez by American Theatre Editors

He's worked on 'Hamilton' and 'In the Heights,' and is determined to bring out voices of color through music.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:12AM

Kristine Nielsen Joins Nathan Lane and Andrea Martin in Taylor Mac’s Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus by Olivia Clement

The Tony nominee completes the cast of the new play by Pulitzer Prize finalist and MacArthur Fellow Mac, opening on Broadway in the spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:11AM

Playwright: Christina Ham by American Theatre Editors

One of this season's most-produced playwrights, Ham's work uses the past to shine a light on the present.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:10AM

Holiday shopping: Perfect the art of unique gift giving at these local bazaars, festivals and exhibits by Susan Dunne

At Christmastime, popular toys, hot books and the latest heavily advertised thing always catch the public’s fancy. But the mall and Internet are not the sole options for holiday shopping. …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 10:10AM

Production Photographer: Jim Norrena by American Theatre Editors

He captures production shots through the lens of connections between performers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:08AM

Actors' Equity, Drama League, Pekoe Group, New York Theatre Workshop, and More Are Hiring by Playbill Staff

Playbill offers an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry, serving as the online source for careers in theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Scenic Designer: Colin McIlvaine by American Theatre Editors

By the time you've finished reading this piece, the in-demand designer will be working on another project.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:06AM

Stage Manager: Jonathan Castanien by American Theatre Editors

Aside from running shows, Castanien is also an advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:04AM

Book Review: Learning from the Master — Elie Wiesel by Susan Miron

“I still remember; I sat in his class, and I felt my future changing as he spoke.”

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:04AM

Concert Review: Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra at Symphony Hall by Jonathan Blumhofer

Without question, this BPYO rendition of Shostakovich Ten was one of the most urgent and necessary of any symphonic score I’ve heard all year.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:04AM

Technical Director: Adriane Heflin by American Theatre Editors

She's overseen more than 75 productions at Children's Theatre Company and is dedicated to instilling a love of theatre to young people, onstage and backstage.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:02AM

Broadway Replacement Stars That Left Us Stunned: Kinky Boots' Killer Queen, J. Harrison Ghee

In our new photo and interview series, BroadwayBox spotlights 10 incredible Broadway replacement stars. Next up, Kinky Boots star J. Harrison Ghee.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:01AM

Theatremaker: Sara Porkalob by American Theatre Editors

She brings activism and passion to her multihyphenate theatre career.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:00AM

Favourite stage direction: Dealing with Clair by Aleks Sierz

Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM

Playwright Abraham Adeyemi: ‘Working with Jude Law was such a beautiful, serendipitous moment’ by Giverny Masso

Abraham Adeyemi has taken part in the Royal Court Young Writers Programme and was the winner of the 2017 Enter Stage Write

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:00AM

Rock of Ages actor Luke Walsh: ‘You won’t get anything if you don’t work hard’ by Giverny Masso

Currently playing Drew in the UK tour of Rock of Ages, Luke Walsh talks to Giverny Masso about performing the show on

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Steve Martin's Meteor Shower Available for Licensing Through Samuel French by Andrew Gans

Martin's earlier comedies Picasso at the Lapin Agile and The Underpants are also available.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

Cast Set for Australian Premiere of Come From Away by Andrew Gans

Performances will begin in Melbourne in July 2019.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM

Obituary: Douglas Rain – classical actor and member of the founding company of the Stratford Festival in Ontario by Michael Quinn

In his native Canada,Douglas Rain was revered as a classical actor of stature, having been a member of the founding company of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:56AM

Calum Finlay tells us all about Switzerland by Carly-Ann Clements

We sat down with actor Calum Finlay to discuss the new play about author Patricia Highsmith which is playing now at Ambassadors Theatre. The post Calum Finlay tells us all about Switzerland…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 09:50AM

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, November 27, 2018 by Susan Grace

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King Kong by Barry Gordin

5 Reasons Why You Will Go Ape for King Kong By: Iris Wiener November 27, 2018:  As a whole, King Kong is a musical disaster at its finest. Groan-worthy moments are endless with a score th…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 09:38AM

#GivingTuesday: 125 Theaters & Theater Charities To Support by Jonathan Mandell

On this seventh annual #GivingTuesday (created in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation), consider donating to your favorite New York area theaters, theater companies, …

SOURCE: New York Theater at 09:06AM

‘Deeply disturbing but undeniably funny’: RADIANT VERMIN – Brockley Jack Theatre by Liz Dyer

Philip Ridley’s Radiant Vermin, which sees a young couple resort to murder to secure their dream home, is a disturbing supernatural fantasy based on an equally depressing reality.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

Golden Globes predictions by experts: Oscar frontrunner ‘A Star is Born’ far ahead for Best Drama by Paul Sheehan

Sixteen of our 18 Golden Globe experts from major media outlets are predicting that the Oscar frontrunner, “A Star is Born,” will win Best Drama at these precursor prizes. One i…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:00AM

A loving tribute to Ricky Jay by Ken Levine

Ricky Jay passed away last weekend.  He was... too young.  I loved Ricky Jay but never knew him.  My good friend Tracy Newman did and graciously offered to write her own perso…

SOURCE: Ken Levine at 09:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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On Morecambe and Wise by Trav S.D.

Today, we cast our gaze backward across the Atlantic for a few words of tribute to the popular British comedy team Morecambe and Wise. The team was composed of Ernie Wise, whose birthday it …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:54AM

‘It Was A Suicide Mission, And I Understood That’ — Aaron Sorkin Writes About Adapting ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ For Broadway by Artsjournal1

Sorkin describes how he approached the challenges of translating one of America’s most beloved novels into a different medium in a different century (the world has changed a lot since …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:47AM

Revolutionary new season revealed at The Bunker Theatre by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon The Bunker’s artistic director Chris Sonnex announces his first season as artistic director A “revolution” is underway at The Bunker theatre in London where Chris Sonnex…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:44AM

Critics are raving about … Sink the Pink’s How to Catch a Krampus at The Pleasance

If you're looking for a truly alternative Christmas show, look no further. Drag collective Sink the Pink have won over critics with their first-ever theatre residency, in the form of Ginger …

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 08:39AM

What happens when a man performs a woman's drag show about consent? by Brian Logan

Natalie Palamides’ bravura piece about machismo, Nate, is now being performed by its male director, Dr Brown“How many of you here haven’t seen Natalie do this show?” A surprising num…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:32AM

VIDEO: Listen to a Clip From 'Turning My Life Around' From Musical Film ANNA AND THE APOCALYPSE by Stage Tube

A new clip has been released from the Orion Pictures musical film Anna and The Apocalypse. Watch a clip from 'Turning My Life Around' below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:28AM

Beauty and the Beast review at Theatre by the Lake, Keswick – ‘excellent ensemble work’ by Stephen Longstaffe

Laurence Boswell has given his perennial favourite Beauty and the Beast another revision for this year’s Theatre by the Lake Christmas show,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:24AM

Christine Lahti, Emily Mann, Diane Paulus, and Daryl Roth on Gloria: A Life by Victoria Myers

The new play Gloria: A Life depicts Gloria Steinem looking back on her remarkable life and all of the women who shaped it. The show is written by Emily Mann, directed by Diane Paulus, and pr…

SOURCE: The Interval at 08:10AM

BWW's On This Day - November 27, 2018

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on November 27 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06AM

How to choose a musical theatre course by John Byrne

With myriad options available it can be difficult to know where to begin when it comes to choosing musical theatre training. John

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:00AM

‘Expect the unexpected’: Julie Yammanee makes her Hackney Empire debut in Aladdin by Emma Clarendon

Julie Yammanee chatted to Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon about making her Hackney Empire debut in the 20th-anniversary pantomime at the theatre.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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CD Review: Head Over Heels by JK

As a teen in the mid-80s, MTV actually showed music videos, and recording artists became even bigger stars. I enjoyed The Go-Go's hits, especially "Our Lips Are Sealed." And I enjoyed Belind…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:36AM

The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale: can you put a price on sentimental value? by Chris Wiegand

In her new solo show, Haley McGee values the gifts her exes gave her, while rating how much fun they were – and how good the sex wasImagine an episode of The Antiques Roadshow where the ob…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:18AM

The Musical Of Musicals (The Musical!) review at Above the Stag, London – ‘witty musical revue’ by Paul Vale

There’s something quite old-fashioned about Eric Rockwell and Joanne Bogart’s 2003 musical parody The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!). As you might

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:09AM

How did Hot Gay Time Machine come about? Beyonce has a lot to answer for

You’d think taking the world by storm with SIX The Musical would have kept writers Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss busy enough as they were finishing up their degrees at Cambridge. But no, along…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 07:05AM

‘Gets my vote’: AN HONOURABLE MAN – White Bear Theatre by Anne Cox

Michael McManus’ An Honourable Man which has arrived at London’s White Bear Theatre, after a successful tryout earlier this year.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Summer and Smoke star Patsy Ferran: ‘I enjoy being goofy, manly, ugly on stage, it’s liberating’ by Natasha Tripney

As Tennessee Williams’ little-revived play Summer and Smoke transfers to the West End, its star, Patsy Ferran, tells Natasha Tripney how she

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:54AM

London theatre the Bunker to set up free space for writers as artistic director unveils inaugural season by Georgia Snow

Fringe theatre the Bunker is establishing a free-to-use writers’ room at its London home, as part of plans announced by new artistic

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:50AM

Photo Coverage: Matthew Broderick, Rachel Dratch, and More Celebrate the First Performance of CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY by Jennifer Broski

Celebrity Autobiography is the Drama Desk Award-winning hit comedy show where celebrities act out 'hot off the press' amp hard-to-believe-they-wrote-'em tell-alls. Created by Emmy Award nomi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:04AM

‘You gain in a proximity to the action denied even to the front row’: NT Live screening – The Madness of King George III by Maryam Philpott

The revival of Alan Bennett’s 1991 classic The Madness of King George III at Nottingham Playhouse couldn’t then be more relevant, a play that speaks to our interest in the people who gov…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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La Boheme review at London Coliseum – ‘Jonathan Miller’s production is still a winner’ by Tim Bano

Almost 10 years and four revivals after its inception, Jonathan Miller’s light-touch take on the Puccini classic is still doing good business.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:49AM

Absent winners make mark at Europe Theatre Prize in Saint Petersburg by Ian Herbert

Now in its 17th year, this year’s Europe Theatre Prize was held in Saint Petersburg earlier this month. Ian Herbert reports on

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:43AM

NEWS: Women’s voices take the lead in Chris Sonnex’s first season at the Bunker Theatre by Press Releases

The Bunker’s spring season is the first from its new artistic director, Chris Sonnex. The season, which spans four months and includes six productions and a unique festival, will also mark…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:30AM

Eclipse Theatre: the UK company leading a black theatre movement across Europe by Nick Awde

Eclipse Theatre is leading European theatre towards increased diversity – but with Brexit looming, how much longer can it last? Nick Awde

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:29AM

Matthew Xia replaces Ramin Gray at Actors Touring Company by Matthew Hemley

Matthew Xia has been named new artistic director of Actors Touring Company, following the departure of Ramin Gray. Xia, former associate artistic

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:19AM

Wake Up With BWW 11/27: First Listen to MARY POPPINS RETURNS, and More! by Stephanie Wild

Good morning BroadwayWorld Today's top stories Get a first listen to Lin-Manuel Miranda and Emily Blunt in Mary Poppins Returns, and more

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:07AM

“Bathtubs Over Broadway,” Reviewed: Can a Musical Sponsored by a Toilet Manufacturer Be a Work of Art? by Richard Brody

Richard Brody reviews “Bathtubs Over Broadway,” a documentary by Dava Whisenant that examines the industrial musical—plays produced by corporations for their employees to enjoy at nati…

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 05:06AM

Performer and producer John Hewer: ‘Camaraderie always gets you through’ by John Byrne

I started Hambledon Productions with my sister, Rachel, in 2007. It came from a lack of practical outlet following my university course,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Theatre practitioner Nick O’Brien: ‘Practise being in character every day’ by John Byrne

How did you start off in theatre? At my prep school, drama was at the forefront of school life – it’s where

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

The Green Room: Is the preparation expected for auditions too much? by Jon Dryden Taylor

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

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

‘A refreshing & necessary take on singledom’: THE EX-BOYFRIEND YARD SALE – Camden People’s Theatre by Laura Kressly

Haley McGee’s The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale is an intimate work that draws on numerous techniques that both move and surprise, and the effect is one of warmth and care.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz on Crafting Be More Chill by Elysa Gardner

Teenage outsiders have not traditionally been considered ripe fodder for musical theater — heightened emotions like those expressed in, say, West Side Story notwithstanding. Be More Chill,…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 04:46AM

Will Roland and Stephanie Hsu Embrace Their Characters in Be More Chill by Leigh Scheps

In the span of one year, Be More Chill will have gone from Off-Broadway to Broadway. The show’s growing popularity on social media — including a YouTube video of one of the musical’s s…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 04:39AM

On the Couch with Christina Bianco by Arts Review

Who is Christina Bianco? I’m the most grateful singer, actor and impressionist who can’t believe she’s lucky enough to travel the world doing what she loves. She’s also an incredibly…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:07AM

UK theatres unite to tackle lack of diversity offstage by Giverny Masso

More than 90 theatres across the UK have vowed to tackle black, Asian and minority ethnic under-representation in their offstage workforce as

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM

Ep53 - Joan Allen by Variety

The Tony winner talks Broadway, her favorite film and women's roles in Hollywood.

SOURCE: stagecraft.libsyn.com at 04:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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American Psycho to unhinge the Hayes Theatre in 2019 by Arts Review

Based on the thriller novel by Bret Easton Ellis which also inspired the 2000 film starring Christian Bale, American Psycho – The Musical will have its Australian Premiere at the Haye…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:39AM

Macbeth review – potent brew of monstrous majesty and sexual twists by Natalie Haynes

Garrick, LondonThe National Youth Theatre’s urgent, gender-fluid production bubbles with intimacy, brutality and fearSpace is in such short supply in the West End that the National Youth T…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:04AM

Playwright Moira Buffini: ‘Success was a bigger crisis for me than failure’ by Matt Trueman

With a series of well-received plays behind her, writer Moira Buffini deserves a heavyweight reputation but, as she tells Matt Trueman, she

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

A Library Is Winning Instagram Stories by Ceci Dadisman

Yep, that’s right. A library. The New York Public Library is getting people to read the classics 10 seconds at a time using what they call “Insta Novels”. The launch of Ins…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Nick Cave: Until by Arts Review

Unveiling one of its most ambitious visual arts project ever, Carriageworks presents Nick Cave: Until – the most substantial presentation of work by a solo artist, the acclaimed Ame…

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Irvine Iqbal: Producers overlook seasoned performers at their peril by Irvine Iqbal

In 2006, Stephen Sondheim spoke about a turning point in his early career. As a young man trying to make it as

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Rob Halliday: Theatre freelances are more prevalent, but it’s still hard to get a mortgage by Rob Halliday

If I were more entrepreneurial or much better connected, the business I’d be getting myself into right now is providing mortgages for

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0594: The Voice Behind the Stars by MusicalTalk

Thos sits down with the incredibly talented Eliza Jackson to discuss her one woman show, The Voice Behind the Stars, about the life and career of the amazing Marni Nixon. In this fascinat…

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Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Bottomless by Arts Review

Continuing to provide a brave and invaluable platform for new Australian writing, fortyfivedownstairs presents Dan Lee’s award-winning play Bottomless in a world premiere season from 29 No…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:58AM

An International Success: Typecast by Lindsay Price

TYPECAST: To cast a performer in a role that requires characteristics of physique, manner, and personality similar to those possessed by the performer. In the comedy Typecast by Amanda Murra…

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Pop Group Why Don't We Plays What Would WDW Do?

Pop Group Why Don't We Plays What Would WDW Do?Young Hollywood heads to Barnes & Noble where pop group We Don't We is greeting fans and signing copies of their book 'In the Limelight'! Jonah…

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Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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You Keep Throwing These Terms Around. I Just Want To Know..Will I Get Paid? by Joe Patti

Earlier this Fall I had a friend who was relatively new to the business of presenting performances. An agent had rattled off a series of numbers as part of the performance fee deal an tourin…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 12:48AM

10 Audio Books Read by Award-Winning Broadway Performers by Playbill Staff

In celebration of Jim Dale reading the complete Harry Potter collection, here are more books performed by your favorite stage stars.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10AM

Julie Andrews to Voice in ‘Aquaman’ by Blouin Artinfo

Oscar-winner Julie Andrews will lend her voice for a key character in “Aquaman,” reports  Entertainment Weekly.“Aquaman” producer Peter Safran told Entertainment Weekly that And…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:05AM

Impressions: Akram Khan’s XENOS as Part of Lincoln Center’s White Light Festival by The Dance Enthusiast

In Impressions: Akram Khan’s XENOS as Part of Lincoln Center’s White Light Festival, "Ropes begin to move up the slope and the scenery changes dramatically, because some of the cords ar…

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IMPRESSIONS: Ron Athey’s “Acéphalous Monster” at Performance Space New York by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: Ron Athey’s Acéphalous Monster at Performance Space New York, "He stands behind a lectern while reading Georges Bataille’s The Madness of Nietzsche. His Hitler hairpie…

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Dance News: Ailey's 60th Anniversary At New York City Center Season Opens Wednesday, November 28, 2018 by The Dance Enthusiast

Get enthused for Ailey's 60th Anniversary at New York City Center! The season opens this Wednesday, November 28th 2018.

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

Dance News: Performance Space New York Announces The "No Series" by The Dance Enthusiast

Performance Space New York announces the "No Series" featuring niv Acosta, Paola Balla, Hannah Black, Genevieve Grieves, Emily Johnson, Ligia Lewis, Muriel Miguel, S.J Norman, Joshua Pether…

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Being an Actor and a Critic Makes Me Better at Both Jobs - How one Chicagoan is pursuing dual theatre careers on both sides of the footlights

How one Chicagoan is pursuing dual theatre careers on both sides of the footlights---My hand hovered over the send button, my mind racing: should I? More theatrically speaking: to submit, or…

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What to Expect From FX's Upcoming Series Fosse/Verdon, Starring Sam Rockwell and Michelle Williams by Ruthie Fierberg

Tony-winning playwright and Fosse/Verdon writer Steven Levenson offers clues regarding the highly anticipated new drama about the genius married couple.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Heather Raffo's Noura Begins at Playwrights Horizons November 27 by Olivia Clement

The New York premiere, directed by Joanna Settle, will open in the Mainstage theatre December 10.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM