Pantomimes 2020 round-up: what's available online by Veronica Lee

Children and adults are catered for Cinderella **** I did worry that pantomime – that most audience-driven of theatrical pursuits – might not work through the tube, but Nottingham Play…

Dance Crazy Kid Imitates The Tapdance Pros by NewYorkTheater

While tapdancer Demi Remick and American Ballet Theater principal dancer James Whiteside go through a dance Remick choreographed, a little boy in the background starts feeling the beat. The …

Manual Cinema's Christmas Carol in One Minute by NewYorkTheater

Highlights from the Manual Cinema streaming production of A Christmas Carol, which uses shadow puppetry to tell Charles Dickens tale

Joe Iconis and Lauren Marcus rally support for a virtual Christmas telethon to save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre by Deb Miller

As is the case with so many of New York’s favorite restaurants and venues, the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre are in danger of closing permanently due to losses suffered during…

Tea Dance from Nutcracker by Tiler Peck and James Whiteside by NewYorkTheater

American Ballet Theater's James Whiteside and NYC Ballet's Tiler Peck dance Tea Dance from Nutcracker in Central Park, an excerpt from Whiteside's benefit video "Fancy Nut Mix"

Congress Passes Stimulus Deal Including Save Our Stages Act

The Save Our Stages bill has been passed by Congress. This is part of the $900 billion stimulus deal to aid the American citizens amidst the ongoing health crisis.

NSO @ Home LIVE • December 20 • Holiday Special! by The Kennedy Center

Video on Demand Review: San Francisco Playhouse’s “Song for a New World” (through December 31, 2020) by David Roberts

It is not at all news that theatre stages throughout the world have been dark and empty since the outbreak of COVID 19 and the rise of this virus to pandemic proportions, but it is also a re…

Behind the Scenes of THE NUTCRACKER by American Ballet Theatre

VIDEO: Jonathan Van Ness, Janelle Monáe, and the Cast of THE PROM Host a Virtual Prom for Everyone

Join host Jonathan Van Ness for a digital event in celebration of the new Netflix movie THE PROM, with special musical performances by Janelle Monae and Galantis!

BWW Interview: Liz Callaway Talks Streaming Concert 'Home For the Holidays'

Enjoy a magical holiday concert from Tony nominee and Emmy winner Liz Callaway – the original voice of Anastasia - from the comfort of your home.

Ed Krieger: The photographer who chronicled Los Angeles theater by Fountaintheatre

by Stephen Sachs A life in the theatre is filled with photographs. We who act, direct, write, compose, design, produce or publicize theatre make use of countless of photographs, in a career …

Ann Reinking obituary by Michael Coveney

Broadway dance star who was one of the greatest exponents of Bob Fosse’s choreographyBroadway show girls call it a layback: balancing on one foot, the other leg shoots up through 180 degre…

The Diary of Anne Frank by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett (1956): Chosen by Committee Episode 34 by Phindie Podcasts

Josh, John, and Chris discuss Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett's dramatization of The Diary of Anne Frank, which won a Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1956. The post The Diary of Anne Frank b…

My Vision of 2020 in Hindsight: 7 Trends in Theater Revisited by Jonathan Mandell

On January 1, 2020, I explored seven possible major theater trends  of the new decade, asking: What will the future of theater turn out to be? The future arrived abruptly without warning wi…

This Week on Broadway for December 20, 2020: Natalie Douglas by James Marino

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk with Natalie Douglas about the upcoming Sondheim Unplugged – Saturday, December 26 from 54 Below. This Week on Broadway has been …

2020: A THEATER OF THE ABSURD FOR EUROPE’S PLAYHOUSES by Robert Shuman

(Matt Wolf’s article appeared in The New York Times, 12/17; via Pam Green; Photo: At the National Theater in London in September. The city’s theaters were closed and reopened twice in 20…

Catie Lazarus, Comedian With a Lot of Questions, Dies at 44 by Alex Vadukul

On her live show “Employee of the Month,” she got laughs by interrogating writers, artists, politicians, intellectuals and her fellow comics.

Dennis Morgan: One of Two Guys from Milwaukee by Trav S.D.

We are amused to to observe that tenor Dennis Morgan (1908-1994) was typecast as an Irishman in such movies as The Fighting 69th (1940), Three Cheers for the Irish (1940), and My Wild Irish …

Irene Dunne: Classy Lassie by Trav S.D.

We pause now to appreciate the lovely, luminous silver screen star Irene Dunne (1898-1990). When we remember Dunne as Magnolia in the 1936 version of Show Boat, it feels significant to learn…

Shirley Chambers: Professional Blonde by Trav S.D.

Beware when people in show biz (or writers about show biz) describe anyone as the first anything. Shirley Chambers (1913-2011) is often described as the first “Dumb Blonde”, but, come no…

Promising Young Woman (dir. Emerald Fennell): Film review by Dan Scully

A stylish, angry feminist thriller/dark comedy with attitude to burn. The post Promising Young Woman (dir. Emerald Fennell): Film review appeared first on phindie.

Girl in the Snow: A new CD by Rutgers-based composer Scott Ordway by Margaret Darby

Ordway’s originality shines through every aspect of this music. The post Girl in the Snow: A new CD by Rutgers-based composer Scott Ordway appeared first on phindie.

News of the World (dir. Paul Greengrass): Film review by Dan Scully

The kind of movie that’s totally worth watching while simultaneously being nothing at all to write home about. The post News of the World (dir. Paul Greengrass): Film review appeared first…

FromTheFrontMezzanine: "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" A Stunning Achievement by Joseph Cervelli

Chadwick Boseman's last and most unforgettable performance.

Renovate A Broadway Theater, Get A Green Card by Marc Hershberg

Although many tourists are not coming to New York during the COVID-19 pandemic, foreigners still have their sights set on Broadway.

12/25 @ 12:00 noon Save the West Bank Cafe Virtual Telethon by Sue Matsuki

SAVE THE WEST BANK VIRTUAL TELETHON Starts Friday, December 25th at noon and run until the talent stops! Watch on: www.SaveWestBankCafe.com West Bank Cafe, established in 1978 and The Laurie…

NEWS: The West End production of White Christmas will head off on a new UK tour in October 2021 by Press Releases

After sold-out performances in London’s West End in 2019, the producers of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas are have announced the production will embark on a UK tour, opening on 28 Octob…

Seattle Theatre Leaders Help The Arts World Understand How To Go Far Beyond Lip Service To Anti-Racist Changes by Artsjournal2

Theatre leaders met in May to hash out a response to the Black Lives Matter protests and the extrajudicial killings of George Floyd and other unarmed Black people. “They were beginning a p…

Find-A-PRO: Francesca Amari by Toscawebdesign

Francesca Amari Cabaret Director and Coach Visit her website [email protected] Nominated as Best Jazz Vocalist in the 2018 & 2020 Coachella Valley Music Awards, Francesca Amar…

Listen to the 2020 Christmas Special 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 is getting into the Christmas spirit by …

VIDEO: Kristen Wiig Sings 2020-Themed 'My Favorite Things' From THE SOUND OF MUSIC on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE

Last night's episode of Saturday Night Live was hosted by Kristen Wiig. In her monologue, Wiig sang a 2020-themed version of My Favorite Things from The Sound of Music.

The Path From Broadway To Your TV Screen Is, While Now Familiar, Still Bumpy by Artsjournal2

The good: “Musicals — and, in a way, plays too — are now being filmed because of their music, not in spite of it.”The less good: “They put us onstage with the story and give us no …

Why Netflix’s ‘Ma Rainey’ Ends With A Scene That’s Not In The Play by Artsjournal2

Director George C. Wolfe says of the final scene, “It’s a very slippery little slope: When does sharing become cultural appropriation become theft?” – Los Angeles Times

‘Lively & sharp – with just a hint of cheekiness’: Snow White In The Seven Months Of Lockdown – Charles Court Opera (Online review) ★★ by Emma Clarendon

Putting a hilarious twist on the story of Snow White and still allowing for audience participation, online pantomime Snow White In The Seven Months Of Lockdown is a real joy to watch.

The week in theatre: The Comeback; Six by Susannah Clapp

Noël Coward; Lyric, London A brisk new backstage farce was overtaken by events, while Henry VIII’s splendid singing wives were silenced once more as London entered tier 3 All gone. And at…

“In Their Words” Is A Harbinger Of Things To Come by Tonderai Chiyindiko

In Their Words, a staged reading which recently took place at the Tin Town Theatre in Johannesburg is a harbinger of things to come. By definition, a staged reading is a form of theatre wher…

MAC’s SAVE OUR CLUBS by Renewing Early Campaign! by Sue Matsuki

A Message from MAC! Our member clubs are hurting and need our help! MAC is rising to this challenge by donating a Holiday gift to several clubs in need, and now YOU CAN TOO! Until Dec 25, 20…

Sun., 12/20 @ 6:30 pm Liberace & Peggy Lee in Tra La La! by Sue Matsuki

Liberace and Miss Peggy Lee (Lee Squared) are together again celebrating the holidays in Tra, La, La Sunday, December 20th @ 6:30 pm (EST) Do not miss the antics of Liberace (David Maiocco) …

Sun., 12/20 @ 8:00 pm EST “To Be Together At Christmastime” by Sue Matsuki

Gregory Toroian presents “To Be Together (At Christmastime)” Sunday, December 20 at 8:00 PM EST Join  Gregory Toroian & his friends for his YouTube channel premiere of “To Be Toge…

Sun., 12/20 @ 10:00 pm Everything Old is New Again Annual Holiday Show by Sue Matsuki

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN’s ANNUAL HOLIDAY BROADCAST CELEBRATING 42 Years “On-the-AIR”! Sunday, December 20th @ 10:00 pm and again on Wednesday, December 23rd @ 9:00 pm Playing the h…

Mon., 12/21 @ 7:00 pm EST A Little Christmas Something by Sue Matsuki

A Little Christmas Something with Stearns Matthews Monday, December 21st at 7:00 pm EST Join Stearns when he goes live on Facebook and YouTube to bring you a special mini-concert of holiday …

Mon., 12/21 @ 8:00 pm EST “It’s Finally Christmas” by Sue Matsuki

Gregory Toroian presents “It’s Finally Christmas” Monday, December 21 at 8:00 PM EST Join  Gregory Toroian & his friends for his YouTube channel premiere of “It’s Finally Chri…

Tues., 12/22 @ 4:00 pm EST Richard Skipper Celebrates Shelly Goldstein by Sue Matsuki

RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES SHELLY GOLDSTEIN Tuesday, December 22nd @ 4:00 pm EST On Richard Skipper Celebrates Facebook Live or YouTube Live. Shelly Goldstein is a writer-performer who has w…

Sat., 12/26 @ 8:00 pm Sondheim Unplugged Returns to 54 Below by Sue Matsuki

54 BELOW PREMIERES: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED PREMIERES DEC 26th @ 8:00 pm EST THEN ON DEMAND DEC 27th-JAN 9th We’re Still Here! Silenced since February, the Company of our award-winning series, …

‘Delivers both smiles & retrospection’: WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS (Online review) by Louise Penn

Directed by Michael Strassen and produced by Ginger Quiff Media and Guy Chapman, We Need a Little Christmas from St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden is a hearty bowl of punch you will not wa…

Maybe They Could Increase Residency By Offering A Pastry Of The Month Subscripton? by Joe Patti

A little bit of amplification of my local community today. Next City ran an article on the Mill Hill artist village that is developing in one of Macon’s original neighborhoods, Ft. Hawkins…

Theatrefolk Featured Play – The Wind in the Willows adapted by Todd Espeland by Lindsay Price

Welcome to our Featured Play Spotlight. The Wind in the Willows adapted by Todd Espeland is a lively and theatrical adaptation of a wonderful classic from Kenneth Grahame. Mole just wants t…

A New Christmas Album Offers A More Realistic Take On The Holidays by Jeryl Brunner

When Maxine Linehan created her holiday record, “This Time of Year,” she sought to honor the complicated mix of emotions the season brings.

Things To Do At Home by Katherine Cusumano and Emma Grillo

This week, stream Handel’s “Messiah,” listen to a conversation with Haim or check out virtual artwork from Judy Chicago.

Extended Trailer: Vanessa Sanchez & La Mezcla (JoyceStream) by Joycetheater

Pachuquísmo is an all-female tap dance, Son Jarocho and live music performance inspired by the experiences of Las Pachucas of the 1940s and the systemic racism that communities of color con…

Extended Trailer: Indigenous Enterprise (JoyceStream) by Joycetheater

Streaming Monday, December 7 at 5pm ET through Sunday, January 3 at 11:59pm ET Watch the full performance: https://youtu.be/xBqb6kDsWYE Indigenous Enterprise is a professional Native Ameri…

Extended Trailer: STREB in "MASSIVE ROTATIONS" (JoyceStream) by Joycetheater

Streaming Monday, December 7 at 5pm ET through Sunday, January 3 at 11:59pm ET Watch the full performance: https://youtu.be/uywgP94ahlQ STREB EXTREME ACTION “returns” to The Joyce for …

My Dad Wrote a Christmas Porno is the podcast to spice up a dreary Yule

The chart-topping series returns with a gratuitously mucky and outrageously funny seasonal special

Extended Trailer: Rennie Harris Puremovement (JoyceStream) by Joycetheater

Streaming Monday, December 7 at 5pm ET through Sunday, January 3 at 11:59pm ET Watch the full performance: https://youtu.be/HbwQaylpTEY Rennie Harris Puremovement returns to The Joyce virt…

Extended Trailer: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo (JoyceStream) by Joycetheater

Streaming Monday, December 7 at 5pm ET through Sunday, January 3 at 11:59pm ET Continuing their every-other-year holiday season tradition at The Joyce, The Trocks, as they’re affectionate…

Sarah Brightman and Andrew Lloyd Webber Reunite December 20 for Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony by Andrew Gans

The streaming holiday concert features a little-heard tune penned by Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice for the 1974 thriller The Odessa File.

Celebrate the Holidays With These Wintertime Favorite Shows by Dan Meyer

Check out photos from A Christmas Carol, Elf, Annie, The Nutcracker, and more.