REVIEW: Jane Harper – The Survivors

Jane Harper’s work The Survivors is a character novel thinly disguised as a crime novel. It is an engrossing, high-calbre read, artfully constructed. Imagine, if you will, settling into be…

WATCH PARTY: Long Day's Journey Into Night by Stratford Festival

Defunding Regional Arts NSW won’t ‘make funding stretch further’ – it will only hurt artists and communities

In August, NSW government arts agency Create NSW held a consultation into regional arts funding. Their discussion paper noted the recent drought, bushfire, flood and COVID-19 crises would re…

Don’t Feel Obligated To Sink More Into Bad Choices by Joe Patti

I am not saying anything new when I note that there are a lot of arts organizations which are incapable of taking much action due to Covid related legal restrictions or lack of resources. My…

Review: The Atlanta Opera’s 2-show Big Tent Series holds bold, remarkable treats by Scott Freeman

Ah, the opera. Is there anything grander? The soul-stirring arias, the elaborate... The post Review: The Atlanta Opera’s 2-show Big Tent Series holds bold, remarkable treats appeared first…

In the 2020 general election, do we know why we’re voting? by Kyle V.  Hiller

Who are politics for? Why should we care? Kyle V. Hiller asks what makes voting important on a personal level, and remembers what got him started.

The Killing of Two Lovers (2020 – dir. Robert Machoian): Philadelphia Film Festival review by Dan Scully

This is one of those “the less you know, the better” movies, not because anything so surprising happens that you wouldn’t want to be spoiled,… The post The Killing of Two Lovers (20…

#SoWeCanVote LaTanya Richardson Jackson by American Theatre Wing

Ann Liguori, Sports Talk Show Host, November 3, 2020 by Barry Gordin

Learning Lines by Bruce Miller

Memorization is job one for actors The post Learning Lines appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

Affecting fall releases of ‘The Peculiar Patriot’ and ‘I Am My Own Wife’ from Audible by Deb Miller

Recognized as an outstanding leader in audio programming and technological excellence, Audible (an Amazon company) is the world’s largest producer and provider of original spoken-word ente…

F@T5: Long Distance! Episode 10 — Webcam Auditions? Yes We Can! with Diana Huey by The 5th Avenue Theatre

Hey Musical Theater heads! Fridays @ The 5th doesn’t stop just because we’re all stuck inside! Here's Episode 10: Webcam Auditions? Yes We Can! with Diana Huey. This episode originally …

BWW TV: Watch Young Artists Unite to Sing 'Joy to the Polls'

Today as voters cast their ballots for what will be the final opportunity to make the right choice for America, we celebrate with song.

Jeremy O. Harris Talks About Producing Plays With HBO's Money

'Slave Play' playwright Jeremy O. Harris spoke to Vulture today about his overall deal with HBO, under which he's been able to produce plays for the virtual sphere (including 'Circle Jerk' a…

Watch Broadway's André De Shields & Garth Kravits Team Up to Perform 'A Change Is Gonna Come' by Lindsey Sullivan

It's always a gift to experience the vocal stylings of André De Shields! The Hadestown Tony winner and Broadway's Garth Kravits, who together form the duo Yin & Yang, have joined force…

Why You May Want To Wait Before Upgrading To Google Analytics 4 by Drew McManus

You may have heard about the big Google Analytics 4 (G4) rollout a few weeks ago. No doubt about it, G4 ushers in a remarkable new world of tools that add AI-driven insights, even better cro…

Bob Dylan’s First Musical Had a Devil of a Time by Adam Langer

The task: write songs for Archibald MacLeish’s adaptation of a classic New England morality tale. What audiences saw (briefly): A play without music.

Just Some of Our Favorite Moments From Stars in the House's All-Day Vote-a-Thon by Ryan McPhee

The 10-hour streaming event features appearances from several stage and screen favorites.

Podcast Exclusive: THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALES Presents Jeanna De Waal

This Broadway performer, who made her debut on the West End and followed her gut to NYC, is spending time during the shutdown spreading the benefits of theater education, while patiently wai…

‘Culture Warlords: My Journey Into the Dark Web of White Supremacy’ by Talia Lavin by Stephen Silver

Talia Lavin, one of the current political moment’s most incisive journalists, details her confrontations with the world’s worst trolls in ‘Culture Warlords.’ Stephen Silver reviews.

‘Culture Warlords: My Journey Into the Dark Heart of White Supremacy’ by Talia Lavin by Stephen Silver

Talia Lavin, one of the current political moment’s most incisive journalists, details her confrontations with the world’s worst trolls in ‘Culture Warlords.’ Stephen Silver reviews.

BRENDAN A. BRADLEY: HOW TO CUSTOMIZE #FUTURESTAGES VR THEATER FOR YOUR SHOW by Robert Shuman

Welcome to the future–#FutureStages. Above creator/guru, Brendan A. Bradley.  Watch his introductory video below. On 10/30, he spoke to Bob Ost, executive director of Theater Resources U…

Sarah Kane Crave Chichester festival theatre review by Arifa Akbar

Chichester Festival theatre/onlineDirector Tinuke Craig gives Sarah Kane’s one-act play an edge-of-the-seat tension as the four characters move between hope and despair Crave was the one-a…

Odds & Ends: Julie Andrews Gets Dishy in Bridgerton Trailer & More by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Hear Julie Andrews in the Trailer for Shonda Rhimes' Bridgerton Theater fans can always identify the elegant voice of stage…

A ‘Wicked’ Challenge and Other Tough Questions for Ben Brantley by Ben Brantley

The New York Times theater critic, who stepped down after 27 years, recently responded to readers, including one hungry for a do-over on his review of a blockbuster musical.

Dael Orlandersmith's Until the Flood Sets Broadcast Premiere Date by Andrew Gans

The solo show, presented by Rattlestick Playwrights Theater along with seven regional theatres, will air nationwide via ALL ARTS.

This Election Has Been Like a Piece of Thrilling Live Theatre, and Yes, I Do Have a Trust Fund, Why? by Broadway Beat

by Zach Raffio. @zachraffio. The 2020 presidential election is coming to a close, and it’s safe to say that this entire experience has fe...

Concert Review: ‘Lawrence Brownlee and His Friends’ on the Opera Philadelphia Channel by Cordelia Dreisonstok

Theatre-goers surely miss attending musicals, plays, and operas in person during the pandemic. While theaters remain closed, the Philadelphia Opera has launched its 2020-2021 season via stre…

Zizi Strallen chats Mary Poppins Cast Recording by Official London Theatre

Watch Lucie Jones Find 'A Way Back to Then' From Upcoming Streaming Production of [Title of Show] by Logan Culwell-Block

The Waitress alum co-stars alongside Jenna Russell, Marc Elliot, and Tyrone Huntley in the virtual production from the London Coliseum.

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From Sarah Bernhardt's U.S. debut to the founding of Mabou Mines, November has been a historic theatre month.

Theatre Review: ‘Marisol,’ presented by Theatre Morgan, Morgan State University by Mary Ann Johnson

“Marisol,” by José Rivera, is a fever-dream of a play. It is as if the normal world has lost its moorings, or mind, and people, systems, institutions are breaking down under the strain.…

Dael Orlandersmith's Until the Flood, About Michael Brown Killing, to Stream Free

The play will be presented via All Arts.

Carol Arthur, Broadway and West End Vet, and Co-star of Mel Brooks Films, Dies at 85

Arthur originated the role of Hildy in the West End production of On the Town.

Filmed Version of SpongeBob Musical, With Bonus Sing-Along Edition, Now Available

Broadway stars Ethan Slater, Danny Skinner, Gavin Lee, and more reprise their performances.

London productions can rehearse, stream during lockdown by Caitlin Huston

London productions will be able to rehearse and perform without audiences during the country-wide lockdown.  Oliver Dowden, UK secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport, twee…

Theatre Review: ‘Roaring’ by Best Medicine Rep by Mary Ann Johnson

“Roaring” is one of the most delicious productions put on by Best Medicine Rep, and a world premier written and directed by John Morogiello, a founder of Best Medicine Rep. ‘Roaring’…

GHBoy Will Play 2 Performances at London's Charing Cross Theatre Prior to Lockdown; New Dates Announced by Andrew Gans

Jon Pashley directs the debut play from actor Paul Harvard.

The Theatre Community Shares Their 'I Voted' Selfies by Felicia Fitzpatrick

Audra McDonald, Billy Porter, Jeremy Jordan, and more are posting their election experiences on social media.

City break without the travel: the allure of the urban video game

The London of ‘Watch Dogs: Legion’ shows how games can draw on our emotional connection to familiar places

Piffaro presents ‘The Bells and Whistles of Utrecht’ by Gail Obenreder

Piffaro and carilloneur Janet Tebbel are ringing all the bells in their excellent season opener, which makes the most of video. Gail Obenreder reviews.

How To Give It: nine autumn arts initiatives – all in aid of a cause 

Postcard art, paintings and a letter from Grayson Perry 

Kings Of Broadway concert is coming to the West End next month for one night only by Hira Desai

For one night only, a host of stars come together to celebrate the music of Jule Styne, Jerry Herman and Stephen Sondheim at The Palace Theatre. Read more! The post Kings Of Broadway conc…

Watch Broadway Election Day Videos (Phillipa Soo, Leslie Odom Jr etc) + Zach Timson, Willie Nelson by New York Theater

Phillipa Soo and Steven Pasquale sing a song of their own composition “The Vote Song,” Leslie Odom Jr. raps “Wait for It” – wait for the results, which will not be available on Ele…

There are TWO things you should do today.

It’s November 3rd.  Election Day. It’s the climax of the biggest political drama of the century. And today is THE day. There are two things you should do. First, the obvious one.  It …

National Theatre announces free virtual courses for young people to learn theatre-making skills by Hira Desai

The National Theatre is providing opportunities for young people to take part in creative activities and find new ways to explore theatre-making. Read more. The post National Theatre announc…

Watch Now: ‘Stars in the House’ Election Day Marathon by Matthew Wexler

Hosts Seth Rudetsky James Wesley roll out the virtual red, white and blue carpet for a cavalcade of stars to get through election day. The post Watch Now: ‘Stars in the House’ Election D…

Actor and comedian John Sessions dies aged 67 by Hannah J Davies

Tributes paid to performer best known for his work on TV shows including Whose Line Is It Anyway and QI The actor and comedian John Sessions has died at the age of 67. Sessions, best known f…

Celebrate Terrence McNally With a Look Back at the Shows He Brought to Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The late, Tony Award-winning writer was born November 3, 1939.

Six The Musical Catherine Parr's perform Survivor by Destiny's Child by Official London Theatre

Comedian and actor John Sessions dies aged 67 by Hira Desai

Comedian and actor, John Sessions, known best for his various comedy roles, has died aged 67. Read more here. The post Comedian and actor John Sessions dies aged 67 appeared first on Offici…

Digger (dir. Georgis Grigorakis): Philadelphia Film Festival review by Dan Scully

A very entertaining window into an unfamiliar world, filled with familiar characterizations of real, devastatingly human people.

UK Rent Revival Will Stream Online This Holiday Season

The new production is staged by Luke Sheppard, who directed & Juliet.

Night of the Kings (dir. Philippe Lacôte): Philadelphia Film Festival review by Dan Scully

The movie rocks. I’ve never seen anything like it.

The Birds uncaged in Munich — but only for a chosen few

First local performance of Braunfels’ Die Vögel in a hundred years plays to an audience of just 50

‘These women are full of strength & fire’: LITTLE WARS (Online review) by Louise Penn

The world of Little Wars is one where women can make a difference, and bond together, despite their obvious differences.

The Actors Fund Raises Over $1 Million at Virtual Gala by Andrew Gans

The evening honored Brian Stokes Mitchell, Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, Virginia Johnson, and more.

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 by Susan Grace

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WATCH: Leslie Odom Jr. Shares New 'Wait For It' Music Video for Election Day by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-winning Hamilton star is using the performance to remind us all to wait...for the election results.

Contemporary Performing Arts Festival Stays Open To New Possibilities Despite COVID-19 by Nobuko Tanaka

Maybe 13 is an unlucky number? Contemporary theater’s annual Festival/Tokyo is known for its focus on young artists and edgy productions, but for its 13th edition it has had to deal with…

Westfield News ArtsBeat 11/03/20 by Mark G Auerbach

Westfield News ArtsBeat 11/3/20. Hershey Felder, Berkshre Theatre Group, PITI Theatre, Silverthorne Theatre updates and arts news for WMass and No.CT. https://thewestfieldnews.com/arts-beat-…

Ritual and Legacy: Burlesque Artist Jenn Freeman|Po’Chop Explores Black Femininity and Spirituality in Dance Film “LITANY” by Sharon Hoyer

Freeman's creative obsessions—brown paper, burlap and Audre Lorde—feature in her new collaboration with Jordan Phelps and VAM Studio.

Twenty-Four Hour Spin Cycle: A Review of “The Spin” at Interrobang Theatre Project by Amanda Finn

Spenser Davis' play, written for Zoom, takes advantage of where we are to tell a compelling story about what we’re up against.

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today 11/03/20 by Mark G. Auerbach

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today. Barrington Stage and Berkshire Theatre Group receive million dollar donations; WAM Theatre’s ROE is a huge success, and a new m…

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 by Matt Tamanini

Andrew Lincoln to Lead “A Christmas Carol,” Armie Hammer Joins “Sundogs,” Brosnan, Bonham Carter to Lead “Pygmalion”-Inspired Film “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday thro…

Stage and Screen Actor Carol Arthur Dies at 85

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Carol Arthur has died at 85.

THE POWER OF LOVE – Sydney’s new immersive theatre show by Sean McLoughlin

Produced by Here Today, THE POWER OF LOVE is an immersive theatre and dining experience that draws on the history of Sydney’s iconic

Spotlight on Black Broadway Producers: Brian Moreland by Dan Meyer

The producer had four productions as part of the announced 2019–2020 season including the Jake Gyllenhaal-Tom Sturridge Tony nominee Sea Wall/A Life and fellow Tony-nominated play The Soun…

Lookback: not quite universal by Terry Teachout

From 2011: I just got another wonderful e-mail from the Bulgarian translator of Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong. Here it is, verbatim and in its entirety…. Read the whole thing here. Cont…

Almanac: Edmund Burke on submission to tyranny by Terry Teachout

“The people never give up their liberties but under some delusion.” Edmund Burke, speech at a County Meeting of Buckinghamshire (1784) Continue reading Almanac: Edmund Burke on submissio…

Talking Shakespeare returns with Sir Ian McKellen, Helen Mirren and David Oyelowo by Hira Desai

The RSC have today announced the return of the popular online conversation Talking Shakespeare from 16 November. Find out more about the guests here! The post Talking Shakespeare returns wit…

‘Makes you think about what ‘you’ did during lockdown’: IN TANDEM – Paines Plough (Online review) ★★★★ by Fairy Powered Productions

The brilliant cast of In Tandem gives authentic and realistic portrayals of ordinary people enduring life and finding new ways of living.

Culture Secretary confirms Art venues can open for rehearsals and live-streamed performances by Hira Desai

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed last night that rehearsals and live-streamed performances are permitted to go ahead during the second lockdown period. The post Culture Secretary c…

Hollywood turns to Dagenham in £300m bet on studio space

Derelict industrial site in east London to be transformed into film production hub

NEWS: Oliver Dowden confirms theatre rehearsals & streamed performances without audiences can go ahead by Press Releases

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has confirmed via social media that rehearsals can go ahead at arts venues during the forthcoming four-week Coronavirus lockdown from 5 November to 2 December…

DEMOCRACY DOODLE 2020 – Mo Willems + The National Symphony Orchestra by The Kennedy Center

Watch Now: Leslie Odom Jr. Sings “Wait For It” for Election Day by Broadway Direct

Hamilton's Leslie Odom Jr. has a critical message for every American: Election results are worth waiting for. With record-shattering mail-in votes, states are reporting we may not know the …

The MP3 and the T-Rex: Part 1

Two decades ago the music industry officially surrendered to the MP3. In this guest post, musician William J. Stokes examines what’s happened since, and where we might be going.

Screen legend Sophia Loren: ‘It’s too soon to be remembered’

The 86-year-old returns with an intense portrayal of struggle and survival in The Life Ahead

Stars in the House's 10-Hour Election Day Marathon, With Annette Bening, Vanessa Williams, Josh Groban, More, Streams November 3 by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's daily series benefits The Actors Fund.

25 Broadway Songs of Empowerment for Election Day by Playbill Staff

Whether you are waiting in line to vote or watching the results at home, stay engaged with Hamilton, Ragtime, and more.

Stars in the House's 10-Hour Election Day Marathon, With Annette Bening, Vanessa Williams, Kelli O'Hara, More, Streams November 3 by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's daily series benefits The Actors Fund.

APART / TOGETHER Amber Sloan, Nik Owens, Jordan Morley by The Dance Enthusiast

In Apart /Together The Dance Enthusiast asks, "What do you dream for dance in the future?" "I want dance to continue to thrive and grow in New York City." Amber Sloan, NYC