Daniela Bershan and Others — “OCEAN” by Bojana Cvejić

OCEAN, or the touch of a relational lifeworld Sometimes, a performance, a work of art, reveals its timeliness in a time that does not favor its public appearance. Circumstances happen, and t…

ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY MAY 11 by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post ShentonSTAGE Daily for WEDNESDAY MAY 11 first appeared on Shenton Stage.

Films by Gary Weis by Trav S.D.

Recently cloistered in a sick bed, I found myself binging the first couple of seasons of Saturday Night Live and was delighted to discover that I didn’t know them nearly as well as I thoug…

Lynn Nottage, Jaquel Spivey, Joaquina Kalukango, More 2022 Tony Award Nominees ... - YouTube

Playbill. Playbill. 162K subscribers. Subscribe. After the nominations for the 2022 Tony Awards were announced May 9, we caught up with some of ...

Review: In Which Way to the Stage, Always Starting Over on the Quest to Be a Blazing Supernova

Ana Nogueira's new comedy explores the friendship of two Idina Menzel obsessives, and the boy who gets in the way.

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Playbill at 03:08PM. Kiki and Herb Sleigh at BAM by Sandi Durell. by Marcina Zaccaria. . . Standing under an enormous sleigh, Justin Vivian Bond ...

Descendants the Musical - May 21 - May 22, 2022 - PLAYBILLder

Build Your Audience! CREATE YOUR OWN PLAYBILL®. Descendants the Musical - May 21 - May 22, 2022. The Fleming Island Theater Incorporated.

Odds & Ends: Ariana DeBose Joins Westworld Season Four in Recurring Role by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Ariana DeBose Set for HBO's Westworld After winning an Oscar for her performance in West Side Story  and revealing that she will h…

‘Which Way to the Stage’ Review: Theater Buddies, With Claws Out by Elisabeth Vincentelli

In her new comedy, Ana Nogueira spins zippy fun out of a fairly conventional story about a friendship strained by resentment.

THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY set to open in Melbourne by Sean McLoughlin

The highly-anticipated Melbourne season of Sydney Theatre Company’s smash-hit THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY begins on 5 June at Arts

Trump Coup 2.0, as Staged by London’s Mike Bartlett by American Theatre Editors

The author of the near-future history play 'King Charles III' turns his attention to our once and possibly future president, but is it a comedy or a tragedy?

Bruce Pomahac: Attention to Detail, and to Good Stories by American Theatre Editors

For years he was the Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization's secret weapon, with an impeccable ear and an ideal combination of passion and practicality.

The Ocean At The End Of The Lane UK Tour 2023 announced by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The Ocean At The End Of The Lane UK Tour will see the acclaimed National Theatre production visit 29 theatres from December this year. This post The Ocean At The End Of The L…

Mystery Actions debut a new blast of anti-war punk rock by J.r. Nelson and Leor Galil

Local four-piece Mystery Actions remind Gossip Wolf of the cool, slightly intimidating kids from the Chicago street-punk scene in the late 80s and early 90s, when it centered on Clark and Be…

Which Way to the Stage: A Witty Love Letter to the Theater by Melissa Rose Bernardo

★★★★☆ Diva worship, drag queens, and Sondheim duets collide in Ana Nogueira’s stagestruck comedy The post Which Way to the Stage: A Witty Love Letter to the Theater appeared firs…

Review: Which Way to the Stage at MCC by Cameron Kelsall

Ana Nogueira pens "a love letter to the geeks, queerdos, and obsessives" and their complicated relationship with musical theatre and each other. Cameron Kelsall reviews. The post Review: Wh…

Orlando review – make a date for Virginia Woolf’s puckish time traveller by Arifa Akbar

Jermyn Street theatre, LondonSmart, funny adaptation of Woolf’s exploration of multiple selves is pint-sized but faithful, and Taylor McClaine is excellent as the titular lead A list of pr…

Cancel culture? My play was shut down by rightwing activists before it even opened | Josie Dale-Jones by Josie Dale-Jones

A small campaign’s capacity to cancel – unseen – The Family Sex Show is far more frightening than anything I had to say in it I am the producer and co-creator of a piece of theatre tha…

‘FAT HAM’ WINS 2022 PULITZER PRIZE FOR BEST DRAMA (MORE)   by Robert Shuman

(Hillel Italie’s article for the Associated Press, appeared in USA TODAY, 5/9.) Joshua Cohen’s “The Netanyahus” has won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction. The work, titled in full “…

Olney Theatre Center announces eclectic 2022/23 season by News Desk

Lineup includes a rolling world premiere, a DMV premiere, several co-productions, and the return of the nationally acclaimed production of 'Disney's Beauty and the Beast.'

Meet The Family | ...what the end will be by Roundabout Theatre Company

In this new work commissioned by Roundabout, three generations of men live under one roof and grapple with their own truths of what it means to be Black and gay. It’s an exploration of pri…

The Story | ...what the end will be by Roundabout Theatre Company

In this new work commissioned by Roundabout, three generations of men live under one roof and grapple with their own truths of what it means to be Black and gay. It’s an exploration of pri…

Mary-Louise Parker (‘How I Learned to Drive’) poised to make Tony Awards history by David Buchanan

Fresh off of her second Tony Award victory last year for “The Sound Inside,” Mary-Louise Parker has earned a follow-up nomination in the same category for her work in the revival of Paul…

The Actors Fund Announces New Name – Entertainment Community Fund to Reflect Reach of Services and Diversity of Professions Helped by Michael Eddy

The Actors Fund, the 140-year-old national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment, announced at its Annual Gala on May 9, 2022 that, effective immediat…

The Subtext: Jeremy Cohen’s Magical Gifts by American Theatre Editors

This month Brian talks to the producing artistic director of Playwrights' Center in Minneapolis about supporting writers, following a unicorn, and teaching doctors to write.

Nominated for Best Revival! | How I Learned to Drive by Manhattan Theatre Club

Read more or buy tickets at http://www.HowILearnedToDrive.com/ #HowILearnedtoDrive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - How I Learned to Drive By Paula Vogel Directed by Mark …

‘To Fall in Love’ at Nu Sass is a heart-smart revelation by John Stoltenberg

One of the most intimate, touching, and truthful relationship dramas you’re likely to experience without being in it yourself.

Harmony ****1/2 by Barry Gordin

By: Paulanne Simmons March 12, 2022: Despite the fact that I was born and raised Jewish and have heard more stories of the Holocaust than I can remember, I knew nothing about the Comedian…

Ways of Walking, edited by Ann de Forest by Anndee Hochman

A new anthology by Philly writer Ann de Forest explores how we walk, and where, and why that experience means such different things for different bodies. Anndee Hochman reviews.

Grassroots For Colored Girls Ticket Initiative Takes Off on Social Media by Margaret Hall

The initiative, organized by Ayanna Prescod, gifts tickets to women and Non-binary people of color.

Broadway's Beetlejuice to Celebrate World Goth Day by Margaret Hall

The musical, based on the film of the same name, has partnered with New Goth City for the celebration.

Funny Girl Standby Julie Benko to Release Duets Album Hand in Hand by Margaret Hall

Benko is joining forces with husband Jason Yeager.

2022 Tony nominations: 21 fascinating facts, stats, and trivia about this year’s nominees by Jeffrey Kare

Out of all the nominees spread across the 26 categories at the 2022 Tony Awards, a number of them stand out as particularly noteworthy. Check out the complete list of nominees here. 1. The f…

Frank Garcia: The Man With the Million Dollar Hands by Trav S.D.

I’m fairly certain that I first learned about Frank Garcia (1927-1993) from either Torkova or Richard Cohn during our recent conversations about old time NYC magic shops for my Chelsea Com…

Dennis DeYoung's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame"

Former Styx frontman Dennis DeYoung prepares his production of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" at the Skylight Music Theatre in Milwaukee.

Watch Take Me Out's Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jesse Williams Take the Broadway BFF Test by Raven Brunner

The 2022 Tony nominees appeared on the May 9 broadcast of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen.

Be More Chill Star Stephanie Hsu Joins Disney+ Series American Born Chinese by Raven Brunner

The Broadway favorite will reunite with her Everything Everywhere All At Once costar Michelle Yeoh.

Mona Mansour's The Vagrant Trilogy Soft Opens at The Public, Reviews Set for May 10 by Leah Putnam

The epic story makes its New York Off-Broadway premiere with the returning cast and creative team from its postponed 2020 run.

Tony Nominee Jeremy O. Harris to Serve as Presiding Playwright for 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize by Leah Putnam

Harris, nominated for a Tony for his work Slave Play, will ultimately select this year's winner.

Tony Nominee Matt Doyle Will Host Virtual PFLAG Parent Day Event by Andrew Gans

The fundraiser will also feature George Takei, Jordan Roth, Richie Jackson, Hayley Kiyoko, and more.

American Music in a Changing America: A Panel Discussion on Latin Culture's Influence in the US by Lincoln Center

Generation after generation, America’s changing population has changed its musical landscape. Tune in for a conversation that explores the diversity of Latin music and culture, and how the…

Play's all-Iranian cast makes history - YouTube

Obsessed! Exclusive Look Inside "They're Playing Our Song" Rehearsals with Sutton Foster. Playbill. Playbill. •. 93K views 10 years ago ...

Overlooked: Who Was Shut Out of the 2022 Tony Award Nominations? | Playbill

Playbill looks at the artists and productions left out from this year's Tony Awards. By Logan Culwell-Block. May 09, 2022.

'Everyone Can Play' bill encourages inclusion on the playground | WSTM

The "Everyone Can Play" bill is designed to help municipalities obtain funding up to $100000 to renovate facilities and playgrounds so they are ...

Queer Musical 'A Strange Loop' Leads Pack In Tony Nominations | GO Magazine

playbill.com. A Strange Loop's L Morgan Lee Becomes the First Openly Trans Tony-Nominated Performer · 8:57 AM · May 9, 2022.

Ars Nova Workshop presents Lea Bertucci’s Of Shadow and Substance by Aaron Pond

With a world-premiere commission by composer and sound artist Lea Bertucci, Ars Nova Workshop presented a musical meditation on the 2019 Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery explosion. Aar…

The Actors Fund Changes Name to Entertainment Community Fund by Caitlin Moynihan

The Actors Fund is getting a new name. The 140-year-old national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment will now be called the Entertainment Community …

Stephanie J. Block to Star in Sunset Boulevard at the Kennedy Center; Season Announced by Caitlin Moynihan

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced productions for its 2022–2023 season. The season also marks the return of the Kennedy Center’s acclaimed, self-produced …

Girl From the North Country Will Launch North American Tour Next Year by Lindsey Sullivan

Girl From the North Country, which received seven Tony Award nominations on May 9, will hit the road in a national touring production beginning in the fall of 2023. The tour will begin at He…

Broadway Grosses: Tina Bumps Up at the Box Office; Moulin Rouge! Has Rosy Week by Caitlin Moynihan

It was a big week for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, which saw an increase both at the box office and capacity. The musical, starring Nkeki Obi-Melekwe, brought in $1,065,578 in gross s…

Find Out Six Queen Samantha Pauly's Gravity-Defying, Gender-Bending Dream Roles and More by Lindsey Sullivan

Name: Samantha Pauly Hometown: "I grew up in Iowa. Six is my first Broadway show, so having grown up in the Midwest and not really doing a lot of theater when I was younger—this is still…

Hadley Fraser, Maiya Quansah-Breed, Emma Williams, More Set for The Secret Garden at the London Palladium by Andrew Gans

Nick Winston will direct the Tony-nominated musical with music direction by Adam Hoskins.

The curious case of ‘Company’ at the Tony Awards: Never any love for the star by David Buchanan

Bobby, bubi, we need to talk about the Tony Awards! This season’s revival of the late Stephen Sondheim’s landmark musical “Company” earned nine nominations, the highest for any music…

Christopher Robin Reflects Mood of Les Misérables with Chauvet Professional by Michael Eddy

It is all together fitting that the image of the waif Cosette sweeping Thénardiers’ Inn serves as the basis (in slightly cropped fashion) for the emblematic image of Les Misérables. Here…

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Chronicles Their Journey on Broadway

Girl From The North Country, nominated yesterday for 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical, just released a new video that chronicles their journey on Broadway.

Woman Indicted in Fatal Shoving of Barbara Maier Gustern Ordered Held Without Bail

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, 26 year-old Lauren Pazienza was arrested and charged with fatally shoving Broadway singing coach Barbara Maier Gustern. Pazienza was charged with mansla…

Jesus Christ Superstar — Toronto Return Engagement (2022 Trailer) by Mirvish Productions

Part of the 2021/22 Mirvish Subscription Season https://www.mirvish.com/subscriptions An album that inspired a REVOLUTION. A REVELATION that changed the world. A REINVENTION for this millen…

Patrick J. Adams Overcame Stage Fright to Bare It All On Broadway in ‘Take Me Out’ by Harry Haun

The former 'Suits' star put his fear (and his clothes) aside to make his Broadway debut.

Discussing the 2022/23 Theatre Company Season with Chris Coleman by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

We're sitting down with Artistic Director Chris Coleman to answer your questions about the recently announced Theatre Company season, the shows, and subscriptions.

Disneyland Ep. 131! Beignets, Big Thunder, Storybook Canal Boats, Casey Jr. and more ! by Framily Travel

Broadway’s ‘Girl From The North Country’ to launch North American tour by Caitlin Hornik

“Girl From The North Country” is launching a North American tour in the fall of 2023. The production, which features the music of Bob Dylan, will premiere at the Orpheum Theater in Minne…

Pulitzer Prizes Announce Winner and Finalists for Drama by Billy McEntee

James Ijames won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his new play "Fat Ham," and two finalists were also announced yesterday. The post Pulitzer Prizes Announce Winner and Finalists for Drama ap…

Director Rakesh Palisetty Talks A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING | Two River Theater by Two River Theater

Adaptor and Director Rakesh Palisetty sat down with us to chat all things A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. Onstage through May 15! 👉 https://tworivertheater.org/whats-on/a-li…

Voting Opens For The 19th Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards

BroadwayWorld is excited to announce that voting is now open for the 19th Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards! The Theatre Fans' Choice Awards are the biggest New York Theatre Awards, where Y…

Broadway Box Office Up Slightly To $31M As Large Spring Roster Leaves Some Seats Empty by Greg Evans

With nearly all 36 productions settling into full schedules last week, the Broadway box office tally climbed a modest 7% from the previous week, totaling $31,199,660, with attendance of 249,…

Claypaky Launching CP Green – Spotlight on Sustainability Initiative by Michael Eddy

Claypaky has launched its CP Green initiative with a spotlight on sustainability to tackle the topic of sustainability with even greater focus. Here is further information from Claypaky on i…

Terry Nemeth, Publisher of TCG, to Retire by American Theatre Editors

He spent nearly 40 years championing plays and playwrights, both at TCG Books and in American Theatre magazine.

Lauren Pazienza Indicted for Manslaughter in Death of Barbara Maier Gustern

Pazienza allegedly shoved the beloved Broadway vocal coach near her Chelsea apartment in March.

Michael Feinstein, Nicole Henry & More Announced as Celebrity Mentors for Songbook Academy 2022

A roster of Broadway performers and top jazz artists will join Michael Feinstein as professional mentors at this year’s Songbook Academy summer intensive, the nation’s leading youth mu…

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 5/10

Welcome to this week's edition of BroadwayWorld's exclusive WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS! Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the…

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 5/8/22

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 5/8/2022.

Mosaic Theater’s ‘Marys Seacole’ is an ode to mothers of all stripes by Celia Wren

Jackie Sibblies Drury’s historically inspired meditation on caregiving draws on the autobiography of a British Jamaican nurse.

AleXa - Wonderland | Marissa Heart Choreography | Artist Request by DanceOn

Step inside AleXa’s magical wonderland, an unreal world brought to life through Marissa Heart’s incredible choreography and the unique vision of Director Ryan Parma. Listen to “Wonde…

See Ariana DeBose in Westworld Season 4 Official Teaser by Raven Brunner

The Oscar winner will join the cast of the Emmy Award-winning drama as a recurring guest star.

TheaterWorks resumes ‘Zoey’s Perfect Wedding’ performances with new face in the cast after actor tests positive for COVID by Christopher Arnott

When an actor tested positive for COVID, "Zoey's Perfect Wedding" at TheaterWorks canceled five performances and is now bringing a new actor in until the original performer is ready to retur…

State-of-the-Art Elation Upgrade Meets Performance and Energy Savings Requirement at Bob Burton Performing Arts Center by Michael Eddy

The Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts is a beautiful 532-seat live performance venue in Fallbrook, CA that serves as a joint community/school facility with Fallbrook Union High Schoo…

A Case for the Existence of God by Darryl Reilly

Though there’s two well-delineated characters and a compelling plot, "A Case for the Existence of God" plays out like a 90-minute cerebral exercise, reaching an unsatisfying pseudo-fantast…

Jeremy O. Harris Announced as Next Presiding Playwright for 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize

The 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize has chosen Jeremy O. Harris, the Yale alum and Tony-nominated author of Slave Play, as the presiding playwright for its landmark 15th anniversary year. A…

West End theatre prices max out at £460 a ticket for performances of Cock by Amanda Whiting

The play features ‘Bridgerton’ star Jonathan Bailey

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Michael R. Jackson's A Strange Loop Wins 2020 Pulitzer Prize for Drama - Playbill.com. 2 years ago. www.playbill.com.

Lynn Nottage, Jaquel Spivey, Joaquina Kalukango, More 2022 Tony Award Nominees React to Nominations by Playbill

After the nominations for the 2022 Tony Awards were announced May 9, we caught up with some of this year’s nominees, including Lynn Nottage, Kara Young, Warren Carlyle, Shoshana Bean, Anna…

The 92nd Street Y Announces Post-COVID Transformation With New Name, Renovation & More

The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY) today announced that, building on lessons learned during the pandemic, it is set to relaunch itself for the 21st Century, bringing its values and programm…

VIDEO: Watch Broadway's Best Unite for 'You Are Enough' Music Video

Creators Aron Accurso and Rachel Griffin Accurso, along with director Angelo Soriano and producer Laura Kriete Bain today released a world premiere music video for their original song…

Matt Doyle to Host PFLAG Parent Day Featuring Hayley Kiyoko, Richie Jackson & More

On Sunday, May 22, 2022, Matt Doyle, 2022 Tony Award-nominated star of the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Company, will host PFLAG Parent Day, a special fundraiser for PFLAG …

Three albums in, Chicago underground supergroup Rlyr are still having fun by Leor Galil

I heard a lot about the glory days of the Fireside Bowl even before I moved to Chicago, and I loved the way the venue brought together bands from disparate subscenes with almost every show. …

2022 Tony-Nominated The Music Man Announces Open Call by Leah Putnam

The Broadway musical seeks new child male dancers to join the production.

Watch Michael R. Jackson Perform A Strange Loop's 'Memory Song' at GLAAD Media Awards by Raven Brunner

The annual ceremony also featured a performance by Oscar winner and 2022 Tony host Ariana DeBose.

Composer Brett Dean Goes Inside the Mind of Hamlet in the Metropolitan Opera's Upcoming Production by Christopher Browner

Brett Dean's Hamlet will run May 13-June 9.

Photos: See Liz Callaway, Tovah Feldshuh & More on the Red Carpet of the American Songbook Association Gala

American Songbook Association recently hosted the Third Annual Gala to honor Stephen Schwartz on Monday, May 9 at 7:30 PM. Schwartz - the Oscar, Grammy and Tony-winning composer and lyrici…

Livestreaming a Conversation: Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater in New York City presents Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work—a playwriting masterclass—livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer produced HowlRound TV network…

Review: A Walk on the Moon Makes a Successful Landing at George Street Playhouse

The new musical, based on a 1999 film, is having its East Coast premiere in New Jersey.

Kristin Chenoweth, Beanie Feldstein, MJ Rodriguez & More Share Essays in New Book MY MOMENT

An inspirational collection of essays accompanied by striking black-and-white photography, MY MOMENT: 106 Women on Fighting for Themselves (Gallery Books; May 24, 2022) offers intimate an…

Livestreaming a Conversation: Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater in New York City presents Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work—a playwriting masterclass—livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network…

A Pulitzer for Philly playwright James Ijames spotlights our arts funding crisis by Alaina Johns

Another year, another attempt to gut city support for the arts in Philly. As one of our own artists wins a Pulitzer, a major budget cut seems like an especially bad plan. Alaina Johns consid…

Recording Jesse Williams’ nude scene in Take Me Out is a huge violation by Nicole Vassell

Sharing footage of Jesse Williams’ nude Broadway debut is a serious breach of theatre trust, writes Nicole Vassell

The Kennedy Center Announces the 2022-2023 Theater Season by Matthew Herzog

Jennafer Newberry as Glinda and Lissa deGuzman as Elphaba in the National Tour of WICKED. Photo by Joan Marcus. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (Washington, DC) has announ…

‘Slave Play’ Author Jeremy O. Harris Selected As Yale Drama Series Prize Presiding Playwright by Greg Evans

EXCLUSIVE: Jeremy O. Harris, the Tony-nominated author of Slave Play, has been named the presiding playwright for the 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize, one of the theater world’s most prestigi…

Sara Morgulis Named Executive Director of TYA/USA by American Theatre Editors

She succeeds Jonathan Shmidt Chapman as leader of the national organization for theatre made for children, young adults, and families.

2022 Pulitzer Prizes in arts and letters go to 'Fat Ham' and 'The Netenyahus' by Neda Ulaby

The 2022 Pulitzer Prizes in fiction, poetry, drama and other categories in arts and letters were announced in New York along with awards for journalism.

List of the 2022 Tony Nominations by Jennifer Vanasco

The American Theatre Wing announced nominations today for the 75th annual awards.

Girl From the North Country Will Launch National Tour in 2023 by Andrew Gans

The Conor McPherson-Bob Dylan musical, which returned to Broadway in April, recently received seven Tony nominations.

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Alison Leiby's Oh God, A Show About Abortion? by Raven Brunner

The Off-Broadway work is directed by Lila Neugebauer and presented by Broad City co-creator Ilana Glazer.

The Cast of Which Way to the Stage Plays a Round of Playbill: The Game Show by Roberto Araujo

Play along with Sas Goldberg, Max Jenkins, Evan Todd, and Michelle Veintimilla in the latest episode of the Playbill series.

Previews Begin May 10 for Man of God at the Geffen Playhouse by Leah Putnam

Anna Ouyang Moench's comedic feminist thriller has also announced a run at Willamstown this summer.

Ariana DeBose Joins Season Four of HBO's WESTWORLD

While details on DeBose's character are currently under wraps, she will appear in the new season in a recurring guest role. She joins returning cast members Evan Rachel Wood, Emmy winner T…

Learn About the Astor Place Riot Today! by Trav S.D.

I had intended to blog about the Astor Place Riot today, it being the 173rd anniversary of that looney event, when nativist supporters of actor Edwin Forrest did battle in the streets of New…

Photos: ASSASSINS Concert Cast Takes Their Bows

Last night, Classic Stage Company held a one-night-only concert performance of Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's Assassins on Broadway to benefit CSC. Featuring the complete cast of C…

Watch: Lynn Nottage, Jaquel Spivey, Joaquina Kalukango, More 2022 Tony Award Nominees React to Reviving Nominations by Roberto Araujo

This year’s nominees share how they learned about their nod, who they shared the moment with, and how they celebrated the news.

From College to Co-Stars: Will Brill and Kyle Beltran Open Up About A Case for the Existence of God by Leah Putnam

The two stars of Sam Hunter’s new Off-Broadway play share insights and stories from their 17-year friendship.

Stephanie J. Block Will Be Norma Desmond in Kennedy Center's Sunset Boulevard, Part of 2022-2023 Season by Andrew Gans

The musical will be one of three offerings in the Broadway Center Stage series, and the season will also include Norm Lewis in the tour of A Soldier's Play.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Starring Stephanie J. Block, and More Set For 2022-23 Kennedy Center Season

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts today announces its 2022–2023 Theater Season featuring the return of the Kennedy Center's acclaimed, self-produced Broadway Center Stage …

Offscript: Karen Hartman’s Triple Feature by Alexandra Pierson

For this episode we talk to playwright Karen Hartman, who currently has 3 plays making NYC premieres in 59E59's first VOLT Festival.

Tony Awards 2022: Surprises, Firsts, And (Hopefully) Lasts by Lee Seymour

The slate of Tony Award nominees reflect a Broadway in recovery - for better and worse.

Don’t despair Daniel Craig: ‘Macbeth’ is cursed by the Tony Awards by Susan King

A post-James Bond Daniel Craig and Oscar-nominee Ruth Negga currently are shaking things up on Broadway in the latest revival of “Macbeth,” Shakespeare’s tragedy of mayhem, power, murd…

‘There is enough heart & brain in the play to keep it going’: RED ELLEN – Edinburgh ★★★ by Thom Dibdin

Red Ellen, at the Lyceum, co-produced with the Nottingham Playhouse and Northern Stage, suffers from many of the faults that affect biographical drama, and is far too long for its own good. …

Photos: SIX Performs in Times Square as Part of 'Let's Do London' Campaign

Immediately following yesterday's Tony nomination announcement, the cast of Six performed live in Times Square this morning as part of Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan's 'Let's Do London' cam…

LA Review: Dave Harris' TAMBO & BONES A Different Perspective on the Black Experience - runs thru May 29th! by Elaine Mura

Kudos to director Taylor Reynolds as well as to her terrific actors W TRE DAVIS + TYLER FAUNTLEROY who keep up the pace throughout the energetic shenanigans.

Robe Crashes Luke Bryan’s Las Vegas Party by Debi Moen

American country music singer and songwriter Luke Bryan wanted to make a spectacularly big impact for his first Las Vegas residency shows at the Resorts World Theatre, so he hired Show Desig…

VIDEOS: Michael R. Jackson, Ariana DeBose, and Peppermint Perform at the GLAAD Media Awards

GLAAD, the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, held the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York City last night. The even…

Carrie Preston, Portia, Florencia Lozano, More Will Be Part of Streaming Performance of Roe v. Wade 2.0 by Andrew Gans

Margaret Vandenburg's satire will kick off a week of theatrical action in defense of abortion rights.

New Works From Anna Deveare Smith, Keenan Scott II, More in New York Stage and Film 2022 Summer Season by Leah Putnam

Among artists developing work are Leigh Silverman, Josh Radnor, and more.

Taco Bell Announces Dolly Parton to Star in Barlow and Bear-Penned TikTok Musical to Welcome Back Mexican Pizza by Raven Brunner

Also leading the steaming musical from the Grammy-winning writers of the Unofficial Bridgerton Musical is viral sensation Doja Cat.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at The Actors Fund Gala

Last night, The Actors Fund celebrated Academy Award, Tony Award and Golden Globe Award-winning Actor Mercedes Ruehl; and Chairman and CEO of The Shubert Organization Bob Wankel at their …

VIDEO: Jesse Williams & Jesse Tyler Ferguson Play the 'Broadway BFF Test' on WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE

Jesse Williams and Jesse Tyler Ferguson sat down with Andy Cohen on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live last night to discuss their current Broadway run in Take Me Out. The pair was also joined…

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Embark on North American Tour in 2023

Today, it was announced that the North American Tour of the acclaimed Girl From The North Country, nominated for 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will have its technical rehearsals and …

‘Timbuktu’ at Harlem Stage by Sandi Durell

Adapted from Jason “Timbuktu” Diakité’s 2016 best-selling memoir of the same name, A Drop of Midnight follows the hip-hop artist, born to interracial American parents in Sweden, and h…

Girl From The North Country to Tour North America

The Tony-nominated Bob Dylan musical will kick off its tour in Minneapolis.

Iranian Theatre Companies by Nabra Nelson, Marina J. Bergenstock, Parmida Ziaei, Shadi Ghaheri

By Nabra Nelson, Marina J. Bergenstock, Parmida Ziaei, Shadi Ghaheri. In the greater conversation about MENA or SWANA identity, many national and ethnic groups do not neatly fit into that c…

Birthday Candles by Barry Gordin

5 Reasons Why Birthday Candles is Worth Celebrating By: Iris Wiener May 9, 2022: In the swiftly-moving, 90-minute Birthday Candles, we see a woman celebrating her birthdays from ages 1…

Paradise Square *** by Barry Gordin

By Samuel L. Leiter May 12, 2022: Finally, after yet another cancellation setback caused by a backstage Covid outbreak, I was able to see Paradise Square, the final iteration (one assumes)…

Theater Awards Up The Wazoo: 5 Takeaways. #Stageworthy News by New York Theater

The trickiest of theater seasons  has led to an unusual – and instructive — awards season. With both the Tony nominations and the Pulitzer Prize in Drama announced on the same day (has…

‘Girl From the North Country’ North American Tour to Begin in 2023 by Matthew Herzog

Broadway Cast of ‘Girl From the North Country.’ Photo by Matthew Murphy Today, it was announced that the North American Tour of the acclaimed Girl From The North Country, nominated for …

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, May 10, 2022 by Susan Grace

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Seattle Rep Announces More 20×30 Playwriting Commissions by American Theatre Editors

Amy Freed, Julia Izumi, and Benjamin Benne have received commissions in the theatre's 20x30: Reimagining the Anthropocene project.

Stephanie J. Block to Star in Sunset Boulevard at the Kennedy Center

Block will take on the iconic role of Norma Desmond.

Acting Company Announces Student Loan Relief for Actors by American Theatre Editors

The Actors' Career Stability Initiative will grant relief to actors who join the company and have a minimum of $10,000 in student debt.

This Month in Theatre History by Alexandra Pierson

From Edwin Booth's Richard III to the Federal Dance Project, from 'Fefu and Her Friends' to Odd Fellows Hall, this month featured some remarkable characters.

Tomatoes Got Talent Wants You! by Sandi Durell

Talented women over 40 – take notice! Auditions take place June 4 at the Triad Theater, 158 W. 72 St. NYC from 10 a.m. to 1 pm where 12 finalists will be chosen. The Three Tomatoes and Ran…

THIRD BIRD by Sandi Durell

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, is proud to present the world premiere of Third Bird, with a libretto and direction by Isaac Mizrahi, music by composer Nic…

The Actors Fund Changes Identity to the Entertainment Community Fund

The Actors Fund, the 140-year-old national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment, announced at its Annual Gala yesterday that, effective immediately, …

All That Jazz by Musicalsplaining

We are joined by film and TV editor Josie Azzam to discuss the 1979 classic musical film, widely considered to be one of the best in the genre. Angie makes a Danny McBride connection, Josie …

The 2022 Tony nominations mark a historic shift on Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

The announcement of the 2022 Tony nominations was one for the history books. Not just because the Tony Awards themselves are hitting their milestone 75th year. And not just because the nomin…

After 140 Years, The Actors Fund Solves An Identity Crisis With New Name: Entertainment Community Fund by Greg Evans

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS:  Since the start of the Covid pandemic in 2020, The Actors Fund, the 140-year-old organization that offers emergency financial assistance and other support service to …

The Actors Fund set to become Entertainment Community Fund by Caitlin Hornik

The Actors Fund will be newly named the Entertainment Community Fund. The news was announced at the organization’s annual gala on May 9. Joe Benincasa, president of the Entertainment Commu…

Ghosts of Georgia: Is Terry Guest’s “The Magnolia Ballet” Fable or Parable? by Aaron Hunt

The piece is given the category of “Southern Gothic Fable,” a moniker that deserves unpacking.

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, May 10, 2022 by Ashley Steves

Breaking Down The Tony Nominees/Snubs/Reactions, “Fat Ham” Wins The Pulitzer, Dolly And Doja Do “Mexican Pizza: The Musical” “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday…

Brits Reign at the Tonys – Six, Company, and The Lehman Trilogy All Pick Up Nominatio

It was a big day for Brits on Broadway.

National Theatre to stage The Crucible with Erin Doherty and Brendan Cowell by Chris Wiegand

Revival of Arthur Miller’s allegory is part of a new season featuring The Boy With Two Hearts and a 40-week tour of Neil Gaiman’s The Ocean at the End of the Lane The National Theatre in…

Giant puppet Little Amal to meet Ukrainian refugee children in Poland by Harriet Sherwood Arts and Culture Correspondent

Model of 10-year-old Syrian girl that has become symbol of compassion will visit border town of Przemyśl Russia-Ukraine war: latest updates After last year’s 5,000-mile journey across Eur…

The Actors Fund Renamed Entertainment Community Fund by Margaret Hall

The fund, founded in 1882, has changed its name to reflect the full scope of professions it supports.

On the Couch with Paulini

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REVIEW ROUND-UP: Prima Facie at the Harold Pinter Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon rounds up the reviews for Suzie Miller’s solo show starring Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer.

Second City has a new artistic board, with alums Tina Fey, Sam Richardson, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell and others by Chris Jones

The new Second City Artistic Advisory Board, announced Tuesday, also includes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Jane Lynch and Tim Meadows. The theater currently has no artistic director.

World’s best tenor Jonas Kaufmann stars in Lohengrin at Melbourne’s State Theatre

The post World’s best tenor Jonas Kaufmann stars in Lohengrin at Melbourne’s State Theatre appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Intimate comedy-thriller ‘Deathtrap’ pleases at Teatro Wego! Theater by Alan Smason

By ALAN SMASON Most lovers of literature will consider Ira Levin for his best-selling novels “Rosemary’s Baby” “The Stepford Wives,” “A Kiss Before Dying,” and “The Boys from…

8 fun things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend, May 12-15 by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Hearth

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A glorious score and lovely voices raise the dead in ‘Voices of Zion’ by Gregory Ford

In 'The Black Georgetown Cemeteries Project,' a new site-specific work by Alliance for New Music-Theatre, the deceased confront their descendants.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE LUCKY STAR

Producers Douglas Denoff & Beth Goldsmith, and 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) present the Directors Company’s production of The Lucky Sta…

Wake Up With BWW 5/10: Check Out the 2022 TONY AWARD Nominations, and More!

Today's top stories include the Tony Nominations, which were announced yesterday by Joshua Henry and Adrienne Warren! The nominations were led by A Strange Loop, Company, Paradise Square, MJ…

Shepparton to Shine Bright for White Night in June

The post Shepparton to Shine Bright for White Night in June appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. at Legacy Magnet Academy - Songs, page: 3 - PLAYBILLder

Build Your Audience! CREATE YOUR OWN PLAYBILL®. Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. - May 11 - May 14, 2022. Legacy Magnet ...

Keir Choreographic Award 2022 Program and Jury announced

The post Keir Choreographic Award 2022 Program and Jury announced appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Here's How the 2022 Tony Award Nominees Reacted to Receiving Nominations | Playbill

By Playbill Staff. May 09, 2022. The Tony Award nominations are here! Read on below how this year's nominees heard the news, and what it's like to ...

L Morgan Lee: The First Openly Trans Performer To Earn Tony Nomination - Hypefresh

According to Playbill.com, Lee shared that she can't stop crying. She said,. “this nomination is SO much bigger than me.

Taco Bell Is Giving the Mexican Pizza Its Own Musical Featuring Doja Cat and Dolly Parton

A Playbill for Mexican Pizza: The Musical. Credit: Courtesy of Taco Bell. Items are permanently pulled off fast food menus all the time with ...

Would You Pay For News In Return For Tax Credits? by Joe Patti

There was a story last month on Nieman Lab looking at how successful a tax credit for digital news subscriptions has been in Canada.  The intent was to help news organizations stay in busin…

‘Everything I do is urgent’: actor Liz Carr on confronting mortality, taking risks – and winning awards by Emine Saner

The Olivier winner on how activism has helped her deal with online abuse, her two years of shielding – and why her life is amazing For most of the past two years, Liz Carr has been shieldi…

Her Brilliant Career by Alice Spigelman by Aussie Theatre

Moira Blumenthal Productions supported by Shalom continue to expand the momentum of Jewish Theatre in Sydney by developing new ideas

& JULIET to premiere at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre from February 2023

The post & JULIET to premiere at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre from February 2023 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Girl From the North Country nominated for seven Tony Awards by Aussie Theatre

International hit musical Girl from the North Country, by Conor McPherson, with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan, was nominated

Carnival of the Animals Announcement – QPAC by Aussie Theatre

Circa’s acclaimed family favourite, Carnival of the Animals will bring its finned, furry and feathered fun back to Queensland Performing

New Seasons of Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical by Aussie Theatre

David Venn Enterprises (The Wedding Singer, Bring It On: The Musical) is thrilled to add Perth and Canberra seasons to

Mack & Mabel brings Broadway magic to His Maj by Aussie Theatre

WAAPA brings Broadway magic to His Majesty Theatre for a stunning and extravagant celebration of silent-era Hollywood in Mack &

Jun 10, 2022: Tyler Houchins @ DTM by David Sabella

PHILADELPHIA CABARET ARTIST TYLER HOUCHINS TO DEBUT JUDY GARLAND SHOW ON THE STAR’S 100TH BIRTHDAY AT DON’T TELL MAMA NYC TYLER HOUCHINS’ DOWN A YELLOW BRICK ROAD DON’T TELL MAMA Ju…

Can You Solve Playbill's A Strange Loop-Themed Crossword? by Amanda Rafkin, Greg Pliska

Theatre-themed puzzles are among the exclusive content available in Playbill's monthly subscription magazine.

‘There’s a lot going on!’ History-making director of musical Six celebrates Tony award nominations by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

Lucy Moss, who at 26 became the youngest female director of a Broadway musical, is now writing a new show and a film with co-creator Toby Marlow It was written by two university students, ha…

‘It’s hard to find a teacher for sword-swallowing’: the thrilling skills of circus showwomen by Kate Wyver

Pioneering female entertainers, including a 1930s clown and a Wall of Death stunt rider, are celebrated in a show by a fearless group of performers Female performers in British variety acts …

Sydney Dance Company Open Day by Aussie Theatre

Open Day at Sydney Dance Company is an opportunity to experience free taster Dance Classes of your choice at the

Ballet and Circus to Reopen QPAC’s Flood-Impacted Playhouse by Aussie Theatre

The Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC) Playhouse is scheduled to reopen on 10 June this year following its closure in

Which Way to the Stage Opens Off-Broadway May 10 by Raven Brunner

Written by Ana Nogueira and directed by Mike Donahue, the work follows two Broadway fans waiting outside the If/Then stage door.

Special Episode: Hannah Elless, Paul Alexander Nolan on Road Tripping from Asheville to ‘Knoxville’ by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with two of the most talented and genuinely kind artists working in musical theatre today, Hannah Elless and Paul Alexander Nolan. The …

"MJ the Musical Was Super Disappointing!" says Guy in '96 Bulls Jersey by Broadway Beat

by Paige Oberholtzer. NEW YORK, NY - Long time NBA fan Bret Markowitz gave a scathing review of the new Broadway jukebox show MJ the...