Review of Porte Parole’s “The Assembly – Montreal” by Aisling Murphy

No longer is there a “safe place” on the Canadian political spectrum; to be moderate is to be a mere bystander to fascism and anarchy, while to cling to either ideological extreme is to …

All You Need to Know About Eight Years of India by the Nile in Egypt by Ati Metwaly

As the eighth India by the Nile festival approaches, let us celebrate the history of one of the most significant annual events and see what to expect this year. It was in 2012 that I first h…

From Mahler to Madonna, Bach to Buckley – the QSO-solation playlist is here! by Arts Review

From the people who really know and love their music, comes the ultimate playlist for the next few months – from Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s musicians comes the QSO-solation Playlist…

From Mahler to Madonna, Bach to Buckley… The QSO-solation playlist is here! by Gabi Bergman

From the people who really know and love their music, comes the ultimate playlist for the next few months –

Your Doodles from Week 2! | LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems! by The Kennedy Center

BroadwayRadio Special: Some Like it Pop- Binge-Worthy List-O-Palooza! by Matt Tamanini

Hello Quarantined Pop Culture Bingers! In this special episode of BroadwayRadio, Matt and Jenn run through an old-school SLIP List-O-Palooza Top 10 List. With everybody practicing social dis…

As we turn to creativity in isolation, the coronavirus is a calamity on top of an arts crisis by Arts Review

Some years ago, I travelled to Israel for a conference on dramaturgy. Losing my way at the train station, I was rescued by a soldier who chatted with me all the way to Tel Aviv. I dreaded wh…

Recapping Smash 2.02: 'A Toast to Resurrection' by Mark Peikert

Derek's troubles deepen; Karen and Jimmy do not hit it off; Kyle runs after Bobby; and Ivy Lynn brings down the house with the show's greatest song.

37th Annual Green Room Awards Online Awards Presentation by Arts Review

With the onslaught of COVID-19 and the mass shutdown of public events across Victoria and the country, including the planned Green Room Awards Ceremony which was to take place tonight (Monda…

WATCH: Fun Home's Judy Kuhn, Michael Cerveris, Beth Malone, More Join Stars in the House Live Stream, Benefiting The Actors Fund by Andrew Gans

The daily benefit series, created by Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley, offers mini concerts and conversations in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Stream THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL on Amazon Prime! by Gabi Bergman

Ready for the best day ever? The SpongeBob Musical is online now for your streaming pleasure! I never thought I’d

What The World Needs Now….are virtual choirs and orchestras by New York Theater

More than 70 students at the Berklee College of Music created this video of Burt Bacharach/Hal David’s classic What The World Needs Now. And they’re not alone. All the music videos below…

Daily John Burns Kitchen Concerts LIVE by Sue Matsuki

The Sexy Beast (John Burns) and coffee…what a great way to start the day! Join John on Facebook Live every morning LIVE! Here’s a sample: Kitchen Concert #10 keep the faith, Over The Hil…

Some of Australia’s best-known performers featuring in an isolation orchestra performance of “What A Wonderful World” by Gabi Bergman

As a response to the devastation that COVID-19 is having on the arts and entertainment industry, John Foreman’s Aussie Pops

04/01/20 Adam B. Shapiro LIVE by Sue Matsuki

Adam Shapiro will offer a LIVE concert from his living room with SPECIAL GUEST (& Roommate) Janice Hall on Wednesday, April 1st at 7:00 pm (EST) on: www.nytf.org.live This From Fool to F…

Daily Tony DeSare on Facebook LIVE by Sue Matsuki

Multi-Award Winning Tony DeSare offers us a daily dose of his incredible talent from his living room piano. If you need a break to just take in a wonderful moment and feel connected to our w…

Daily Mark Nadler A Taste of Mark by Sue Matsuki

Who’s like him? Damn Few! Mark Nadler is offering you a Taste of Mark with daily postings of one wonderful 3:00-5:00 spot LIVE from Mark’s living room every day! Here is a link to a sam…

Broadway Actor David Schramm Has Passed Away at Age 73 by Olivia Clement

Schramm, who was seen in Finian's Rainbow, Bedroom Farce, and NBC's Wings, was a founding member of The Acting Company.

Fridays 2:00 pm EST Carly Ozard Oliva LIVE by Sue Matsuki

From the subway to her living room, Carly Ozard Oliva will knock your socks off with her power house vocals and performance of songs we all love. Join her on Facebook Live every Friday after…

Saturdays @ 12:00 (PST) Young Actors’ Theater LIVE by Sue Matsuki

Our West coast friend Shawn Ryan hosts a weekly concert on Instragram featuring members of the Young Actors’ Theater Camp. Please check it out: @campyatc Singers are invited to participate…

Sundays 5:00 pm Gretchen Reinhagen LIVE by Sue Matsuki

Cabaret favorite and one of this year’s MAC Nominees for Major Female Vocalist, Gretchen Reinhagen continues her antics from home in these LIVE Living Room Concerts on Facebook Live every …

Unable To Get To Supplies Or Tools, Art Students Demand Partial Refunds by Artsjournal2

The Yale School of Art, NYU’s Tisch School, and many other art schools are witnessing students demand partial refunds for the rest of the semester since they can’t access anything they n…

Online Buyers For Powell’s Are So Rapacious That Company Recalls 100 Laid-Off Workers by Artsjournal2

Some of the still laid-off Powell’s staff are unhappy with the way the company has handled the store closures and layoffs, but for others, the present is a little rosier. CEO Emily Powell …

Mark Blum, Actor Of Stage And Screen, Has Died At 69 by Artsjournal2

Blum, a consummate theatre professional who played many roles on stage and screen, including Union Bob on Amazon Prime’s Mozart in the Jungle, has died of complications from the coronaviru…

Apparently, Everyone Wants To Read Camus Right Now by Artsjournal2

That’s right, Camus’ The Plague is leading a wave of “pestilence fiction.” Get this: “The British publisher of The Plague, Penguin Classics, says it is struggling to keep up with …

Composer And Conductor Krzysztof Penderecki Has Died At 86 by Artsjournal2

Penderecki, composer of the scores for The Exorcist, The Shining, and Wild at Heart, also wrote operas and choral works, and won multiple Grammys. “Penderecki’s stated aim as an avant-g…

Zoom Isn’t Sending As Much Of Your Personal Data To Facebook Anymore by Artsjournal2

Since many of us are having to use Zoom for work and choosing to use it for seeing family and friends, that’s a good change. And we’ll take good news right now, honestly. – Vice

FOLIES BERGERE – 1935 musical an unexpected delight! by Oscar E Moore

Starring Maurice Chevalier, Ann Southern & Merle Oberon ok.ru/video/285262285475

We are all still at home, here is more AAPI stuff to watch… by Fairyprincessdiaries

The Fairy Princess would like to extend her condolences to the Actors, Nico Santos (Superstore, Crazy Rich Asians) who lost his Step-Father, Sonny,  to COVID-19, and to Yuji Okumoto (Karate…

Showmance! Watch Matthew Broderick & Sarah Jessica Parker Talk About Playing Three Odd Couples in Plaza Suite by Michael Appler

"We had basically come to the conclusion, without ever having said it, that we will never really work together," Sarah Jessica Parker said on an episode of CBS Sunday Morning on March 29. "…

Listening Party: Look Back at Heathers: The Musical Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

Six star Andrea Macasaet recommends listening to Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy’s musical adaptation of the 1988 cult film.

Video Flashback: Jin Ha and Brandon Uranowitz Sing 'The Best Thing That Ever Has Happened' From ROAD SHOW

New York City Center is presenting the #EncoresArchives series! The most recent video features Jin Ha and Brandon Uranowitz singing 'The Best Thing That Ever Has Happened' from Encores! Of…

VIDEO: Watch The Cast of BEETLEJUICE on STARS IN THE HOUSE Concert Series with Seth Rudetsky- Live Now!

Stars in The House continues today (2pm) with the cast of Beetlejuice!

Orange Tree streams Amsterdam after tour cut short by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Maya Arad Yasur’s prize-winning play Amsterdam has been made available to watch online by London’s Orange Tree Theatre after its UK tour was cut short by the shutdown. Thi…

Watch Brandon Uranowitz and Jin Ha Sing From City Center Encores! Off-Center Production of Road Show by Andrew Gans

The videos are part of the famed Manhattan venue's new series featuring highlights from New York City Center's Encores!, Encores! Off-Center, and Gala productions.

Billy Merson: From Factories to the Films by Trav S.D.

Billy Merson (William Henry Thompson, 1879-1947) was born and bred in Nottingham and got his show biz start as an acrobat and comedian at the Nottingham Theatre Royal. For a time he worked …

Of Covid, Coney, and Cutting Out Cancers by Trav S.D.

We just heard from Troma’s Amanda Flowers the sad news that Alan Merrill, who co-wrote Joan Jett’s hit “I Love Rock and Roll” has died of Covid-19. As the noose tightens here in Ne…

Arthur O’Connell: From “Picnic” to “Poseidon” by Trav S.D.

I first became aware of Irish-American character actor Arthur O’Connell (1908-1981) at a young age; he was in the first movie I ever saw in a cinema, The Poseidon Adventure (1972). At this…

Folies Bergere - 1935 musical starring Maurice Chevalier, Ann Southern, Merle Oberon by Oscar E. Moore

An unexpected delight! 1935 musical comedy that is one of the best of the period.

Video Flashback: Randy Rainbow Reads From Patti LuPone's Autobiography

We're flashing back to an episode of BWW's exclusive TV series - CHEWING THE SCENERY WITH Randy Rainbow! In this episode, Randy reads an excerpt from Patti LuPone's autobiography, recalling …

WATCH: Beetlejuice's Alex Brightman and Kerry Butler Join Stars in the House Live Stream, Benefiting The Actors Fund by Andrew Gans

The daily benefit series, created by Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley, offers mini concerts and conversations in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Pop And Classical Music Critics Traded Jobs For A Day by Artsjournal2

The classical music critic got to watch a rapper marched offstage after verbally assaulting a host and throwing a drink at the crowd. She said, “I was surprised he had his shirt off and tr…

Hollywood Workers And The Bailout by Artsjournal2

For actors, writers, directors, and all of the many, many thousands of craft workers, there’s a little help: “The act includes a provision known as Pandemic Unemployment Assistance that …

The Producer’s Perspective LIVE! Episode 7: Pam MacKinnon

Last night we had our second “Stephen” of the week on the ol’ Livestream, when Stephen Flaherty joined us from . . . another country!  (You’ll have to watch the replay here to fin…

Royal Court streams Cyprus Avenue for free by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon David Ireland’s award-winning pitch-black comedy Cyprus Avenue, starring Stephen Rea, is now available to watch online for free. This post Royal Court streams Cyprus Avenue …

Encouraging words by Terry Teachout

I just spoke on the phone to Mrs. T’s nurse, who passed on a report from her doctors about her condition at midday Sunday. It now appears that she is holding her own—her blood pressure i…

This Week on Broadway for March 29, 2020: Sondheim, Lloyd Webber, Schwartz, and Kander. by James Marino

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk about TV versions of Auntie Mame and Purlie. We also talk about the passing of Terrence McNally. We talk in depth about four major …

Defiant British Museum Appoints Mary Beard As Trustee by Artsjournal2

Despite her nomination being rejected by Downing Street last year, the British Museum appointed her anyway. “The Cambridge don, who will take up the role for an initial period of four year…

What Happens To This Spring’s Most Anticipated Books? by Artsjournal2

Remember last fall and winter? Well, there were plans: “Months ago, in what now feels like another era, publishers planning their 2020 schedules hoped to avoid releasing books in the fall,…

Greatest Moments - Olivier Awards 2020 with Mastercard by Official London Theatre

‘Stan Hochman Unfiltered,’ edited by Gloria Hochman by Pamela J.  Forsythe

‘Stan Hochman Unfiltered’ highlights an iconic Philly voice that took readers beyond the stats. Pamela Forsythe reviews.

New Yorkers ordered to stay at home through April 15 by Caitlin Huston

On Sunday, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo extended his stay-at-home order in New York through “at least” April 15. Under the decision, the non-essential workforce, which would include theater work…

VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Rounds Up His Favorite 'Any Dream Will Do' Covers

Andrew Lloyd Webber called on fans to submit videos of themselves singing Any Dream Will Do, for a chance to win a pair of tickets to his production of Cinderella.

What Shakespeare Teaches Us About Living With Pandemics by Emma Smith

Plague erased social, gender and personal differences. Shakespeare responded by emphasizing people’s unique and inerasable difference. His work is a narrative vaccine.

Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker Talk PLAZA SUITE, Their Relationship, Working Together, and More on CBS SUNDAY MORNING

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick are the subjects of a segment on this week's episode of CBS Sunday Morning. The pair talked about their relationship, working together, and the hop…

The Daily Distraction: Pearl Bailey Goes Medieval on the Muppets by Ryan McPhee

Nothing about this sketch makes sense. You should watch it immediately.

For Commercial Dancers In Los Angeles, All Revenue Streams Are Gone by Artsjournal2

There’s no touring, no practicing for Coachella, no videos filming. There’s nothing. “As the entertainment business comes to a halt, commercial dancers and choreographers — the perf…

Lucia Bosé, Star Of Films By Buñuel And Antonioni, Has Died At 89 by Artsjournal2

Bosé won the Miss Italy beauty pageant in 1947, which eventually led to her acting career. She worked with Italian neorealists, Jean Cocteau, Juan Antonio Bardem, Federico Fellini and many …

LACMA Demolition Continues Despite Calls For Quarantine by Artsjournal2

Not everyone is happy about this. “Opponents of LACMA’s building project have zeroed in on county funding that includes $117.5 million released last April, arguing that the money should…

Elaine Paige Celebrates Hollywood Movie Musicals on This Week's Elaine Paige on Sunday by Broadway.com

Olivier-winning actress Elaine Paige is giving Broadway.com listeners a chance to hear her BBC Radio 2 show, Elaine Paige on Sunday. This week, Paige presents the first of two special shows…

Riverdale's Hedwig-Themed Musical Episode Delayed by Olivia Clement

Season 4's 'Chapter Seventy-Four: Wicked Little Town' was scheduled to air April 8.

Headlong works with leading playwrights on digital plays by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Theatre company Headlong has come together with leading playwrights to create a series of short digital plays exploring our rapidly evolving world. This post Headlong works wi…

Original Cast Recordings To Get You Through The Pandemic by Artsjournal2

Why now? “As an adult, I’ve try to keep my performing past under wraps. Being a theater nerd was never cool to begin with, but … polite society seems to find something sad about being …

Theatres Pivoted To Digital As Fast As They Could Before Shutdowns, So What Will Come Of All That Streaming? by Artsjournal2

Could some of this be the future of online theatre? “In response to this crisis, Actors Equity Association created a new, temporary streaming agreement available for select producers t…

A global search is on for composers to write ‘A Song for our Time’ in response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Composers are being asked to write ‘A Song for our Time’, an original song to be recorded by West End stars and a huge virtual choir with all proceeds going to Acting For Others. The fin…

The University Of Michigan Finally Fires Opera Singer David Daniels Over Sexual Misconduct by Artsjournal2

Daniels, once a leading countertenor and now facing a separate criminal charge for sexual assault in Texas, “was deemed not eligible for severance pay. According to the university, Daniels…

All The World’s Living Rooms Can Be Stages, With The Right Plays by Artsjournal2

Ben Brantley: “Remember that plays — even those lofty classics that show up on college reading lists — are meant to be spoken and heard. And saying their lines aloud, no matter how clu…

Despite Attempts To Negotiate Rent Freezes In NY, Landlords Are Trying To Boot Small Galleries by Artsjournal2

Despite petitions with thousands of signatures and attempts at local legislation, many galleries aren’t eligible for small business loans and other relief. “April 1 is quickly approachin…

Actors Are Also Out Of A Job – All Of Their Many Jobs At Once by Artsjournal2

So what are they doing instead of booking, acting, producing, and bartending? Hosting livestreamed music classes for kids in the morning and asking watchers to donate $5 if they have it; bui…

Deadline is Tuesday for COVID-19 microgrants in DC by News Desk

Last week Mayor Muriel Bowser launched the application for the new $25 million microgrant program to provide relief to local small businesses affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19). Eligible…

Celebrity Self-Tape: How I Learned to Drive’s Alyssa May Gold Auditions for Her Musical Dream Role by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor submits her self-tape for the title character in Annie.

Where Do We Go Now? review – ‘six short, sharp plays about class, theatre and the politics of whose voices we value’ by Natasha Tripney

Under the artistic directorship of Chris Sonnex, the Bunker – winner of fringe theatre of the year at The Stage Awards –

‘The irony cuts deep & the writing is sharp’: SINCE U BEEN GONE – Edinburgh Festival Fringe (Online Review) by Louise Penn

I am delighted that Teddy Lamb has decided to make this recording of Since U Been Gone at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last year available for a limited time on YouTube.

The National Symphony Orchestra Lays Off All 96 Musicians With A One-Week Notice by Artsjournal2

Despite a $25 million stimulus package for the Kennedy Center, the musicians of the NSO were told late Friday night that their April 3 paycheck would be their last, and their health care wou…

L'École des femmes review – MeToo times add bite to Molière comedy by Mark Fisher

Available online A controlling fool in love comes across more like a sexual predator in this engagingly perceptive Stéphane Braunschweig production for France’s Théâtre de l’Odéon Fr…

In need of love & positivity? Here’s a selection of musical songs to listen during self-isolation by Sophie Garrod

With everything going on at the moment, I thought one thing that everyone could do with is some positive and uplifting songs. If you think I’ve missed any, please let me know and chec…

Call Answered: Hallea Jones: Actress, Singer, Songwriter, "Locke & Key" Netflix by Adam Rothenberg

Hallea Jones is an actress and singer-songwriter from Toronto, Canada. I love her passion for both crafts. Her determination is inspiring. Hallea can currently be seen in Netflix’s Locke &…

CANCELLED 04/06 Sarah Rice @ Secret Room by Cabaret Hotspot!

SARAH RICE—ORIGINAL JOHANNA IN SWEENEY TODD— REPRISES HER BISTRO & MAC AWARD WINNING SHOW SCREEN GEMS: SONGS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD IN NEW YORK CABARET’S GREATEST HITS SERIES AT HIDDEN C…

CANCELLED: 05/11 Becca Kidwell @ DTM by David Sabella

This show has been cancelled due to Covid-19. Stay tuned for more information. Becca Kidwell My Maybe World a tribute to Mary Chapin Carpenter Don’t Tell Mama April 11, & May 13, 2020 …

CANCELLED: 04/06 Meg Flather @ DTM by Cabaret Hotspot!

Meg Flather in “COCKEYED OPTIMIST” Monday, April 6th at 7 pm Don’t Tell Mama From Paul Simon to Rodgers & Hammerstein, award-winning singer/songwriter Meg Flather explores love, lo…

Flawless Live Stream of Award-winning New Zealand Solo Show Celebrates Transgender Tdentity by David O'Donnell

Princess Boy Wonder, performed by George Fowler (aka Hugo Grrrl), Directed by Lori Leigh, BATS Theatre online live stream event, 20 March 2020. In a sad and desperate week in which shows wer…

Arena Stage temporarily furloughs a majority of its staff by Nicole Hertvik

Arena Stage announced on Saturday, March 28th that it will temporarily furlough the majority of its staff starting on April 13th. 88 employees will be furloughed at that time. Furloughed emp…