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Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Bruce Springsteen Sells Music Catalog in Massive Deal by Ben Sisario

Sony Music Entertainment buys the Boss’s entire corpus, including classics like “Born to Run,” for an estimated $500 million or more.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:06PM

One captivating actor and 34 classic characters in ‘One Christmas Carol’ Off-Broadway at The Chain Theatre by Deb Miller

After making its New York debut in 2019, One Christmas Carol, a one-man adaptation of Charles Dickens’ 1843 holiday favorite A Christmas Carol, is back in the City for a limited engagement…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:05PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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The Cast & Crew of Frozen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Moulin Rouge join together for historic photo op

The post The Cast & Crew of Frozen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Moulin Rouge join together for historic photo op appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:16PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Cast of Moulin Rouge, Harry Potter and Frozen join for a historic photo op by Sean McLoughlin

Yesterday was a historic moment when three major original blockbuster productions came together on the streets of Melbourne, in full

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:32PM

Broadway’s Telly Leung Answers Six Questions About Upcominng “Tossing Tinsel” on Monday, December 20 by Bart Greenberg

Broadway veteran Telly Leung (Aladdin, Allegiance, Flower Drum Song) hosts Tossing Tinsel With Telly at the Lucille Lortel Theatre on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 7 PM, as part of the Tinsel…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 08:04PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Hamilton Cancels December 15 Evening Performance on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The Pulitzer Prize-winning Lin-Manuel Miranda musical plays the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:52PM

Moulin Rouge! The Musical national tour leads sing the National Anthem for the Denver Broncos by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL JUNE 9 – 26, 2022 BUELL THEATRE Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Enter a world of sple…

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:48PM

HAMILTON on Broadway Cancels Performance Due to Breakthrough Covid-19 Cases

History won't be happening in Manhattan tonight, as the Broadway production of Hamilton has cancelled tonight's performance at the Richard Rodgers Theatre due to breakthrough Covid-19 ca…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:26PM

Broadway’s Recovery Perks Up Despite Cancellations by Lee Seymour

Cancellations are jarring, but the data behind them is surprisingly heartening.

SOURCE: Forbes at 07:24PM

INTIMATE APPAREL - Lynn Nottage, Kearstin Piper Brown, and Chabrelle Williams in Conversation by Lincoln Center Theater

Lynn Nottage talks with INTIMATE APPAREL cast members Kearstin Piper Brown and Chabrelle Williams about turning her acclaimed play into an opera at Lincoln Center Theater. January 13 throu…

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:06PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Selling Kabul’ Holds Up a New Mirror After the Taliban Takeover by Amelia Nierenberg

Sylvia Khoury’s play, which takes place over one night in Afghanistan in 2013, has only deepened after a pandemic postponement.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:54PM

Regional Arts NSW appoints Dr Tracey Callinan as new CEO

The post Regional Arts NSW appoints Dr Tracey Callinan as new CEO appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:31PM

A Letter to Bobbie: ‘Company’ Returns to Broadway by Matthew Wexler

A reimagined Bobbie makes Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's "Company" resonate even more for a 21st-century Broadway audience. The post A Letter to Bobbie: ‘Company’ Returns to Broadwa…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:24PM

A First Look at The Other Josh Cohen at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

DEC 11, 2021 – MAY 1, 2022 GARNER GALLERIA THEATRE Nominated for six Drama Desk Awards and the Lortel Award for Outstanding Musical, this hilarious, endearing and hummable musical was hai…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:14PM

Another look at The Other Josh Cohen at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

DEC 11, 2021 – MAY 1, 2022 GARNER GALLERIA THEATRE Nominated for six Drama Desk Awards and the Lortel Award for Outstanding Musical, this hilarious, endearing and hummable musical was hai…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:13PM

Iconic Northcote Theatre set to transform into new music venue

The post Iconic Northcote Theatre set to transform into new music venue appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:12PM

EQ Endeavours launches first national Graduate’s Guide program for January 2022 by Gabi Bergman

After a decade of sold-out workshops throughout Australia, including New Voices and The Singing Actor, Co-Founders of creative training company

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 06:00PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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12 London Shows Forced to Cancel Performances Due to COVID

As the omicron variant continues to be an increasing threat around the world, many productions in London's West End and beyond have been forced to cancel performances following positive te…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:57PM

Circus Oz is to close after 44 years. They irrevocably changed Australian circus, and brought it to the world

The post Circus Oz is to close after 44 years. They irrevocably changed Australian circus, and brought it to the world appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:51PM

Meshaun Labrone’s harrowing film ‘Spook’ to premiere on Tubi by News Desk

Based on the haunting one-man play that debuted at Capital Fringe, a visceral exploration of American race relations, policing, and the criminal justice system.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:47PM

Is There Still Sex in the City? by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Although Candace Bushnell’s one-woman show, "Is There Still Sex in the City?," shares the same name with her 2019 novel/self-help book, the stage show now at the Darryl Roth Theatre is her…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 05:45PM

Episode 2: Disney's Frozen x Central Saint Martins BA Fashion – Checking in on Progress by Disney On Broadway

Disney’s Frozen partnered with Central Saint Martins BA Fashion students for the Autumn 2021 term. 2nd-year students were tasked with creating high-fashion, abstract interpretations of Ton…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:33PM

Theater Review: PRETTY WOMAN, THE MUSICAL (National Tour) by Dan Zeff

Pretty Woman: The Musical is an adaption of the 1990 motion picture that made a star of Julia Roberts as Vivian, a Hollywood prostitute who wants out of her life on the streets. Providential…

SOURCE: stageandcinema.com at 05:32PM

This year’s Baby Grand Jazz series at Hartford Library returns to live performances by Christopher Arnott

The Baby Grand Jazz series at Hartford Public Library has announced its 2022 line-up. The series runs from January through April and can be seen in-person or via livestream.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 05:12PM

You Want Me to Balance What? by Ryan Ferrebee

By Ryan Ferrebee. Ryan Ferrebee discusses the disadvantages of theatres attempting to balance fiscal responsibility with anti-racism work from his perspective as a white fundraising profes

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:08PM

Kennedy Center cancels first 15 performances of ‘Ain’t Too Proud’ because of covid outbreak among company by Peggy McGlone

The Broadway tour will begin shows Dec. 28 to give company members time to recover.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:03PM

As cases rise, Broadway League explores booster shot policy for theater workers by Caitlin Huston

The Broadway League is speaking with theatrical unions to ensure workers receive a COVID-19 booster shot, President Charlotte St. Martin said Wednesday.  The reachout comes as case numbers …

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 05:02PM

Vineyard Theatre and WP Theater Announce Casting for Sandblasted by Dan Meyer

Khandi Alexander, Marinda Anderson, Brittany Bellizeare, and Andy Lucien will star Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:00PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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The Weekly Roundup, December 15-22 by Kyle V. Hiller

Holiday happenings throughout the week with Crossroads Comedy Theater, 1812 Productions, The Crossing, and more. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:31PM

The Lehman Trilogy Announces Cast for Los Angeles Premiere by Lindsey Sullivan

The previously announced Los Angeles run of The Lehman Trilogy has found its cast. The production, directed by Sam Mendes, will play a limited engagement at Center Theatre Group's Ahmanson T…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

She's Got Love! Watch Melba Moore Talk About Purlie & Her Incredible Career by Lindsey Sullivan

Although Tony winner Melba Moore has not been on Broadway in a while, she has been performing concert engagements and releasing music (most recently the album The Day I Turned To You in 20…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

Hear from Carmen Cusack, Caissie Levy & More on The Broadway Show by Lindsey Sullivan

Before The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode. Hosted by Emmy-winning anchor Fadal, this episode will air in New York C…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

Cyrano L.A. Premiere Festivities Postponed Due to COVID-19 Concerns by Dan Meyer

The stars will not walk the red carpet or attend the after-party, although the screening will continue as planned.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Talking The Harlem Nutcracker and Echoes with alto saxophonist Jaleel Shaw by Vena Jefferson

Saxophone phenom Jaleel Shaw returns to Philly to celebrate Charlie Parker’s 100th Birthday with a performance with the Philly POPS Jazz Orchestra. Vena Jefferson profiles.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:12PM

Stepping it up with Chocolate Ballerina Company’s The Nutcracker: Dipped in Chocolate by Camille Bacon-Smith

Chocolate Ballerina Company founder and artistic director Chanel Holland talks about the company’s take on The Nutcracker, making space for dances based on the African diaspora, and more. …

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:00PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Cast Set for Los Angeles Bow of The Lehman Trilogy by Talaura Harms

Howard W. Overshown will join Simon Rusell Beale and Adam Godley—who currently star in the Broadway engagement—at Center Theatre Group.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

Broadway Is Canceling Shows Due to Positive Covid Tests by Michael Paulson

Broadway, where cancellations were once vanishingly rare, has seen a raft of them as positive coronavirus tests among cast and crew members have upended productions.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:54PM

Metropolitan Opera to Require COVID Booster Shots for Audiences, Staff by Ryan McPhee

The organization is the first major performing arts institution to take this step as cases rise in the wake of the Omicron variant.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:52PM

Spamilton: An American Parody National Tour Announces 2022 Performance Dates by Andrew Gans

Gerard Alessandrini sends up Lin-Manuel Miranda's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:51PM

If You Live-Stream It, Will They Watch? by American Theatre Editors

As 'Clyde's' prepares for a Broadway-level simulcast, a smaller theatre upstate highlights some of the difficulties and benefits of this hybrid approach.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:28PM

Review: ‘Pretty Woman’ musical is back in Chicago, a crowd-pleasing night out starring Adam Pascal by Chris Jones

“Pretty Woman,” which stars Olivia Valli in the role made famous by Julia Roberts, is a guilty pleasure show, a sexy nostalgia trip. On Tuesday, everyone seemed to leave well pleased wit…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:15PM

Meet This Performing Powerhouse Who Illuminates Bob Dylan’s Songs In ‘Girl From The North Country’ by Jeryl Brunner

Jeannette Bayardelle and the cast of 'Girl From The North Country' bring a uniquely stirring show to Broadway

SOURCE: Forbes at 03:13PM

Need A Good Time? How About Taking Someone To The Prom by Bill Hirschman

In these difficult times, sometimes all you want, all you need is a good ol’ Big Broadway Musical Comedy with a rousing score, enthusiastic performers, an unabashedly uplifting message and…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 03:06PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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In 2022, “Broadway” and “Sex” Are Free by Howard Sherman

Take careful note of the quotation marks, because the headline above doesn’t nod to theatre tickets or the wholesale embrace of casual fornication. The reference, sorry to disappoint you, …

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 02:49PM

Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley & Howard W. Overshown to Star in THE LEHMAN TRILOGY in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles run of The Lehman Trilogy will star original London and Broadway cast members Simon Russell Beale and Adam Godley, reprising their celebrated turns as Henry Lehman and May…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:41PM

VIDEO: Lady Gaga Wants to Star on Broadway in Her Own Musical

In an interview promoting her film, House of Gucci, Lady Gaga revealed that she wants to star on Broadway in a musical that she has written. She explained her love of musicals and how it com…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM

Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley, Howard W. Overshown to Bring Lehman Trilogy to L.A.

The acclaimed Broadway production hits the West Coast in March.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:33PM

Metropolitan Opera to Require Proof of Vaccine Booster Beginning January 17

For those who are not eligible for a booster until after January 17, the Met will allow a two-week grace period to schedule and receive the booster upon becoming eligible.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:33PM

The Met Announces Covid-19 Booster Mandate Beginning January 17

Following current CDC guidelines for booster shots, and in an effort to keep its large community of artists, orchestra, chorus, staff, and audiences safe, the Metropolitan Opera announced to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:23PM

Skeleton Crew | Press Day by Manhattan Theatre Club

Hear what the cast has to say about Skeleton Crew, an electrifying Broadway premiere about trust and survival starring Chanté Adams (A Journal for Jordan), Joshua Boone (Actually at MTC), B…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:18PM

CYRANO Los Angeles Premiere Delayed Due to COVID-19

The Los Angeles premiere of Cyrano has been delayed due to COVID-19. While the screening will still occur, the red carpet and after party events have been postponed, along with any other up…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey by Diana Chan

Rennie Harris was tapped by Robert Battle, Ailey Artistic Director, to choreograph a piece about Ailey for the 60th anniversary of the company. To prepare, the two reviewed archival footage …

SOURCE: PBS at 02:03PM

Ailey’s “Revelations” draws on African American spirituals by Diana Chan

Ailey described "Revelations" as "an evening-long saga about the Black experience," and the performance had a huge impact on Black dancers when it premiered in 1960. "I was moved to tears se…

SOURCE: PBS at 02:00PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Second Stage Names 2022 Judith Champion New Voices Series Lineup by Dan Meyer

The non-profit theatre company will showcase works by Danny Tejera, Vivian J.O. Barnes, and Susan Xu.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:46PM

VIDEO: Watch Billy Porter's New 'Children' Music video

Billy Porter has revealed his official music video for “Children”. The visual is Porter's first video with his new team at the Island/Republic record label. “Children” is a high-ener…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:34PM

Pandemic Diary November- December 2021: The BTS Concerts in Los Angeles by Nicole Serratore

I came late to the BTS fandom, arriving in December 2020, maybe a little scared and unsure. I was intimidated by how much BTS content there was and how much there was to learn about the cult…

SOURCE: Mildly Bitter's Musings at 01:29PM

Meet the Cast and Creative Team for Dave Harris’ Tambo & Bones by Marc J. Franklin

The production, directed by Taylor Reynolds, is set to begin performances at Playwrights Horizons January 12, 2022.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:10PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Broadway League elects 13 new members to board of governors by Caitlin Huston

The Broadway League added 13 new members to its board of governors Tuesday and elected Colleen Jennings-Roggensack as its new vice chair of the road. The new board members include Arvind Eth…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 12:57PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda and TeeRico Launch Line of Moondance Diner Merchandise

Lin-Manuel Miranda is launching a new TeeRico collection of Moondance Diner wear—the latest philanthropic capsule collection for the award-winning composer, actor and director’s merch…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:57PM

TEDxBroadway Young Professionals Program Now Accepting Applications for 2022 Event

When TEDxBroadway marks its 10th annual milestone on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at New World Stages in New York City and a global livestream on Stellar, the audience will include…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:53PM

Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life by Diana Chan

Ailey describes his "blood memories" and growing up during the Great Depression in Texas, where he met a friend who had a lasting impact on his life. "Chauncey saved my life. ... Chauncey Gr…

SOURCE: PBS at 12:45PM

Turn Your Show Listing Into a Show Program (for Free!) with BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag

Since BroadwayWorld launched Stage Mag last year, theaters all around the world have enjoyed the convenience of creating modern, fully interactive show programs for all types of productions.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

10 Highlights from The Rockettes' Instagram To Get A Kick Out Of This Holiday!

When you think of Christmas in New York City, and you're a fan of phenomenal dancing like we are, nothing puts us quite in the holiday spirit like the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radi…

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:33PM

Magic Goes Wrong vlog: Quick fire questions with the cast | Part 2 by Official London Theatre

Let's get to know the team behind Magic Goes Wrong a little better... it's time for some quick fire questions with the cast! Get tickets: https://officiallondontheatre.com/show/magic-goes-…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:30PM

"Pretty Woman: The Musical" in Chicago

"Pretty Woman: The Musical" at CIBC Theatre in Chicago.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:26PM

Photos & Video: Go Inside A STRANGE LOOP at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is now presenting A STRANGE LOOP, Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer-Prize winning musical. Directed by Stephen Brackett, choreographed by Raja Feather Kelly, mu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:17PM

Tina, Harry Potter, and More Cancel Performances Due to Positive Covid Cases

More shows have been temporarily halted due to cases within the company.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:12PM

Danny Pudi's Running to Stream Worldwide With Live Screenings in NYC, SF, and LA

The showing is a collaboration of Hypokrit Productions, East West Players, and EnActe Arts.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:12PM

‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ cancels Broadway matinee due to COVID-19 by Broadway News

The Dec. 15 matinee of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” has been canceled due to the detection of breakthrough COVID-19 cases in the company, the production announced Wednesday. The s…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 12:12PM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre Educator Profile: Cynthia by Lindsay Price

At Theatrefolk, we celebrate the theatre teachers who share their stories and continue to make theatre and the classroom a warm and wonderful place for all students. A veteran teacher of 26+…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 11:56AM

BWW Interview: Jawan M. Jackson Chats About Christmas, Growing up in Detroit, and Performing Live Again

Jawan M. Jackson is a man of many talents. Singer, actor, and songwriter, the Detroit native knows a thing or two about Motown, and his roles in Broadway’s Motown the Musical and Ain’t T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:55AM

First Look at A Christmas Carol by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

Your first look at DCPA Theatre Company's 2021 production of A Christmas Carol in the newly renovated Wolf Theatre.

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:47AM

BWW Interview: Uzo Aduba on Taking on the Tough as Nails 'Clyde' at the Hayes Theater

Drizzle on some optimism and you've got yourself a darn satisfying sandwich. Or, really, a taste of life that may be in reach. It all depends on how you view life at Clyde's, now on Broadway…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40AM

Broadway Covid Cancellations: ‘Tina’, ‘Harry Potter And The Cursed Child’, ‘Ain’t Too Proud’ Latest Productions Hit by Greg Evans

Several additional Broadway productions have canceled performances due to breakthrough Covid cases, including Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and Ain’t …

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:38AM

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child December 15 Matinee Canceled by Dan Meyer

This evening’s performance is currently scheduled to go on as planned.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

COMPANY – reinterpreted revival revisited starring Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone by Oscar E. Moore

You gotta get a gimmick, right Mr. Sondheim? The main character Bobby, a single “he” is now Bobbie a single “she” - an alcoholic whose friends are celebrating her 35th birthday. A …

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 11:24AM

My First Night Back in Front of an Audience by Dan Meyer

Broadway’s stars reflect on returning to the stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:17AM

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Cancels Today's Matinee Performance

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has cancelled today's matinee performance due to breakthrough Covid-19 cases.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:14AM

Review: First the Party, Then the Crash, in a ‘Cabaret’ Revival by Matt Wolf

A London production starring Eddie Redmayne pulls the audience into a hedonistic milieu. Then things get dark.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:12AM

‘Tina’ cancels Dec. 15 Broadway performances due to COVID-19 by Broadway News

The Dec. 15 matinee and evening performances of “Tina” have been canceled after “a limited number” of company members tested positive for COVID-19, the production said Wednesday. The…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 11:11AM

‘It is a real achievement to come up with such an original spin’: A CHRISTMAS CAROL – Old Royal Naval College ★★★★ by Debbie Gilpin

Once you reach December, you don’t have to look far to find several adaptations of a certain Charles Dickens novella – the key is finding an original take on the story.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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10 Favorite New York Stage Performances in 2021, and 10 Top Ensembles by New York Theater

Deirdre O’Connell gave one of my favorite performances on a New York stage in 2016, and she returns in this latest of my annual lists of favorite theatrical performances  (not all of th…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 10:56AM

Broadway's Tina—The Tina Turner Musical Cancels December 15 Performances by Andrew Gans

The jukebox musical is the latest in a string of Broadway productions to cancel shows due to COVID breakthrough cases.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 15 by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 15 first appeared on Shenton Stage.

SOURCE: shentonstage.com at 10:42AM

Radha Blank Named Inaugural Recipient of Hermitage Major Theater Award by Talaura Harms

The jury-selected accolade includes a $35,000 cash prize and a new play development workshop.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:40AM

Ari’s Arias: Ari Axelrod at Birdland Theater by Barry Gordin

By: Alix Cohen December 16, 2021: Ari Axelrod wears his heart on his sleeve. He’s also a showman. That these two qualities don’t contradict one another is a testament to the power of…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:31AM

At Studio Theatre, the plight of Afghan orphans comes alive in miniature dioramas by Celia Wren

Glasgow’s Vox Motus brings its innovative and emotional storytelling to D.C.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:24AM

A Spinning Acrobat Learns to Love Change by Brian Seibert

The French circus company Libertivore makes its American debut, though its director had to give up her performing career.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18AM

REVIEW: Caroline, or Change by JK

Review of the Saturday, December 11, 2021 evening performance at Studio 54 in New York City. Starring Sharon D. Clarke, Gabriel Amoroso, Caissie Levy, Tamika Lawrence, Samantha Williams, Kev…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 10:12AM

For This Theater Leader, a Mission That Goes Beyond the Stage by Bob Morris

Sarasota’s Westcoast Black Theater Troupe is getting back to live shows and community outreach after multiple shutdowns.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:06AM

Pianist Lara Downes and the mainstreaming of fully American music by David Rohde

Imagine if great music by diverse composers were presented not as special but rather as totally normal.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:05AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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PlayMakers Adds Nichole Gantshar, Jeffrey Meanza to Leadership Team by American Theatre Editors

Gantshar and Meanza will work alongside artistic director Vivienne Benesch.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:59AM

Crowded Fire Names 2021 Ignite Fund Recipients by American Theatre Editors

This year's recipients are Kenan Arun, Nathaniel J. Bice, Chibueze Crouch, Mitchell Jakubka, Gabriel Nuñez de Arco, and Grisel (GG) Torres.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:54AM

Submissions Open for NAMT’s 2022 Festival of New Musicals by American Theatre Editors

For the first time, NAMT is not requiring professional endorsements and is waiving the application for submissions received by Dec. 20.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:45AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:45AM

Fellowship for Diverse Jewish Artists Names 7 Inaugural Fellows by American Theatre Editors

The new fellowship is designed to support, nurture, and develop professional Jewish artists of color at the intersection of Jewish art and identity.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:42AM

A Fight Against … review – Chilean playwright’s sparky sketches by Mark Lawson

Royal Court Theatre Upstairs, LondonPablo Manzi’s political scenes, which span several decades and are powerfully performed, could perhaps lead to a future epic Thirty years ago, the Royal…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:33AM

Bill Bailey: En Route to Normal review – a joyful reconnection by Brian Logan

Bournemouth International CentreTree snails, Coldplay and the current cabinet all get the full Bailey treatment in a zinging performance Sometime around the second curtain call, you begin to…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:33AM

Page 73 Sets Dates for World Premiere of John J. Caswell, Jr.'s Man Cave by Talaura Harms

Taylor Reynolds will direct the new horror-satire at The Connelly Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:31AM

Inside the West Side Story Experience at Disney's El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood

If you're in California, you have the chance to see this new movie the way it's meant to be seen. And heard.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:24AM

Jimmy Nelson, The Nestlé Vent by Trav S.D.

My wife and I have been binging Seinfeld re-runs for the sheer pleasure of it in recent weeks and I caught a “Farfel” reference in one not long ago. Of course, the origin of that name is…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:18AM

‘A farcical comedy or a serious anatomy of our septic isle?’: MANOR – National Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Moira Buffini's ambitious state-of-the-nation, climate-change play runs straight into the doldrums.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

Seattle-area sensory-friendly performances allow people with disabilities to enjoy the show by Moira Macdonald

"The Nutcracker," at Pacific Northwest Ballet, is the latest local arts production to present a sensory-friendly performance, so that neurodiverse audience members can enjoy the show with th…

SOURCE: www.seattletimes.com at 09:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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2021 ArtsYear in Review by Mark G. Auerbach

My ArtsBeat "Year in Review", originally written for Westfield News, appeared in MassLive. A recap of newsmakers, productions, performances in WMass and No.CT.

SOURCE: www.masslive.com at 08:48AM

COMPANY – reinterpreted revival revisited – a mixed bag of tricks by Oscar E Moore

2021 is the year of SONDHEIM.  Broadway: COMPANY.  Off B’way: ASSASINS.  Film: WEST SIDE STORY.  And his untimely, sudden, unfortunate death. Flashback to 1970.  After an extremely su…

SOURCE: Oscar E. Moore at 08:12AM

For DEI in the arts, pay a living wage, says new AEA report by News Desk

A national study of state and local arts agencies finds most grants lack wage requirements.

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:08AM

Through the Holiday Looking-Glass: A Review of “Becoming Santa Claus” at Chicago Opera Theater by Dennis Polkow

The kingdom where “Becoming Santa Claus” is set is far north. TThe sumptuous orchestral score is unabashed romanticism.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 by Ashley Steves

More COVID Cancellations for Broadway Shows, This Week’s Grosses, “Cabaret” Extends in London “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

Tyrone Huntley suddenly found himself on stage with Alvin Crawford for ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ after a lead actor was arrested on Jan. 6 riot cha by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Huntley from England and Brampton’s Crawford play side by side in the show, currently running till Jan. 2 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 07:30AM

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, 2022 Season Announcement by Aussie Theatre

Australia’s leading choral company celebrates 2022 with a blockbuster season of Sydney concerts showcasing the virtuosic form they are renowned

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:27AM

King’s Head theatre toasts Victoria Wood and Tom Stoppard in season of rare plays by Chris Wiegand

Dramas by Bryony Lavery, Timberlake Wertenbaker and Stephen Jeffreys also feature in readings to mark the venue’s 50th birthday A pint-sized theatre that opened in the backroom of a London…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:18AM

Terry Gilliam's Disputed Sondheim Show Finds a Home by Alex Marshall

The director was set to stage a revival of “Into the Woods” in London. After a clash at the Old Vic theater, the much-anticipated production will now debut 115 miles away, in Bath, Engla…

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:06AM

Broadway stage managers see strides in diversity by Caitlin Huston

When stage managers Lisa Dawn Cave and Beverly Jenkins held the first Broadway & Beyond event last December, their goal was to make general managers and directors aware of the number of …

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 07:00AM

‘Enhanced by crisp editing & two towering performances’: DEATH OF ENGLAND: FACE TO FACE – National Theatre (Online review) by John Chapman

The Death Of England sequence by Clint Dyer and Roy Williams has had an interesting history. Starting life as a ten-minute microplay film courtesy of the Royal Court.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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12/29 Ted Nash @ Chelsea Table & Stage by Cabaret Hotspot!

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE PRESENTS GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING MUSICIAN AND COMPOSER TED NASH WITH AN ALL-STAR QUARTET “COLTRANE MEETS HARTMAN” PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDARY PAIRING OF JOHN COLTA…

SOURCE: www.cabarethotspot.com at 06:00AM

Rick Sebak's 1989 interview with August Wilson to air Thursday on WQED by Joshua Axelrod / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Brain Space & Energy: My Interview with August Wilson” will air Thursday at 8 p.m. on WQED.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 06:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Robert Holman obituary by Michael Coveney

Enigmatic playwright best known for Making Noise Quietly and German Skerries whose natural habitat was the studio theatreAlthough his plays were performed regularly at the Royal Court and th…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:12AM

‘No one loves the extreme more than me’: Neil Patrick Harris on ‘dad life’, desire and Doogie Howser by Chris Godfrey

He avoided the pitfalls of childhood fame and became one of Hollywood’s most versatile actors. He discusses controversial roles, the return of the Matrix, his friendship with Sondheim – …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:12AM

‘It’s thrilling to see working-class Bob given some agency’: CRATCHIT – Park Theatre ★★★★ by Debbie Gilpin

Marley was dead to begin with – and what of it? There’s still work to be done, and Bob Cratchit has to bear the brunt of his remaining master’s foul moods whilst remaining industrious.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Miranda Wheen

The post On the Couch with Miranda Wheen appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:00AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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HEATHERS THE MUSICAL confirm new dates in 2022 by Aussie Theatre

The Mitchell Old Company presents, HEATHERS The Musical, a high-energy immersive theatre experience based on the cult classic film of

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:20AM

Darlinghurst Theatre Company announces 2022 season and $100K funding for new work from the Australia Council

The post Darlinghurst Theatre Company announces 2022 season and $100K funding for new work from the Australia Council appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:17AM

QPAC announces free digital broadcast of much-loved Spirit of Christmas by Aussie Theatre

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) today announced a free digital broadcast of its annual Spirit of Christmas concert would be

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:05AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Regional Arts NSW Appoints New CEO by Aussie Theatre

Regional Arts NSW is delighted to announce the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer, Dr Tracey Callinan. Dr Callinan

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:56AM

Queensland Ballet rings in the festive season with The Nutcracker

The post Queensland Ballet rings in the festive season with The Nutcracker appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:30AM

(Not) Adapting to the French Stage: “Les Producteurs”, directed by Alexis Michalik, at the Théâtre de Paris by Lara Cox

A week after Josephine Baker posthumously entered the French Panthéon, a musical about two producers with a hairbrained scheme to outrage all “races, creeds and religions” debuted at th…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 02:17AM
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Australian tour of Tony Award-nominated Sondheim on Sondheim announced

The post Australian tour of Tony Award-nominated Sondheim on Sondheim announced appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:52AM

‘The Music Man’ Once Had a Disabled Character. Then He Was Erased. by Amanda Morris

At the urging of producers, Meredith Willson cut a boy in a wheelchair from the early scripts for his 1957 musical. A look back shows what was lost.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:24AM

Finally: “Oh, Hello!” Impressions Deemed an Official Language by International Phonetic Association by Broadway Beat

by Grant Cleaveland. @cleaveland_g. NEW YORK, NY - Jean Gruberman, President of the International Phonetic Association, announced Friday...

SOURCE: www.thebroadwaybeat.com at 12:00AM

Historians Discover Note From Actor to Shakespeare Asking Him to Please Just Write Normal by Broadway Beat

by Louie Aronowitz. @louiearonowitz. STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, Eng - Historians studying Shakespearean theater recently uncovered evidence...

SOURCE: www.thebroadwaybeat.com at 12:00AM

Checking In With… Darlene Love, Star of Hairspray, Leader of the Pack, Carrie, More by Andrew Gans

The rock-and-roll icon will play New York's The Town Hall December 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

DANCE NEWS: These Are The Martha Graham School Scholarship Bash and Benefit and 2022 Award Recipients by The Dance Enthusiast

The awardees will be honoured during a festive, live-streamed event on Wednesday, January 5, at 7pm ET.

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

WATCH: TDF's 'Clyde's' Conversation - Costars Reza Salazar and Kara Young chat about Lynn Nottage's tasty new Broadway comedy

As Rafael and Letitia, two formerly incarcerated kitchen workers at a truck-stop sandwich shop in the uplifting new Broadway play Clyde's, Reza Salazar and Kara Young have incredible chemist…

SOURCE: TDF at 12:00AM
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