The Inheritance Part 1 and Part 2 by Steven Morris

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A Raisin In The Sun ****1/2 by Barry Gordin

By: Samuel L. Leiter October 25, 2022: Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman, produced in 1949, and Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun, produced a decade later, in 1959, have lon…

According to the Chorus by Steven Morris

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Review: This Time, ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ Really Does Explode by Jesse Green

Lorraine Hansberry’s 1959 classic ends on a note of cautious optimism. Its latest incarnation, at the Public Theater, does not.

Video: Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond, Jason Robert Brown & More Rehearse City Center Encores! PARADE

BroadwayWorld has a first look inside rehearsals for New York City Center's production of Jason Robert Brown and Alfred Uhry's 1998 Tony Award-winning musical Parade, starring Ben Platt and…

A Raisin in the Sun: A Classic Overbaked, but with Radiant Performances by Elysa Gardner

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A Raisin in the Sun Review: Lorraine Hansberry’s classic with some added scenes and characters by New York Theater

Sidney Poitier, Denzel Washington, Joe Morton and Sean Combs have all portrayed Walter Lee Younger on Broadway. Given how admired these performers are,  it may come as a shock that the cha…

All in the Timing by Steven Morris

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The Atheist Mother by Steven Morris

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Ubu the King by Steven Morris

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Photos: Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond and More Bring PARADE To Life At City Center

New York City Center is presenting Jason Robert Brown's Parade Tuesday, November 1 through Sunday, November 6. The production stars Ben Platt as Leo Frank, Micaela Diamond (Lucille Fr…

‘Montag’ Review: A Dark Hymn to Female Friendship by Alexis Soloski

Not quite a comedy and not quite a thriller, Kate Tarker’s play is an antic study of two women preparing for a game (or possibly an attack).

On the Couch with Jackie Marshall

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58th Annual Henry Hewes Design Awards streamed October 24, 2022 by Martha Wade Steketee

The 58th Henry Hewes Design Award Honors were announced September 28, 2022 and celebrated during a live-streamed awards ceremony October 24, 2022, hosted by committee chair and ATCA member J…

Lucy Simon, Singer and Broadway Composer, Is Dead at 82 by Neil Genzlinger

She and her sister Carly Simon were a folk duo in the 1960s. Years later, she wrote the Tony-nominated music for “The Secret Garden.”

Joanna Henry returns to Vienna Theatre Company to direct ‘Doubt: A Parable’ by News Desk

Veteran director's first VTC show in 25 years runs through November 6.

Review: In Montag, Two Women Hide Out and Prepare to Fight

Kate Tarker's genre-bending play makes its world premiere at Soho Rep.

Just in Time for Halloween, Witches Come to The National Theatre by Billy McEntee

"The Crucible," now at the National Theatre in London, will be broadcast in cinemas via NT Live on January 26 in the UK and March 2 in the US. The post Just in Time for Halloween, Witches Co…

Australiana: Designing a Nation

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Candida: Revisiting an Early Shavian Heroine, and Her Motley Crew of Admirers by Elysa Gardner

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Bobby Fox to join the cast of Hairspray in Adelaide and Sydney

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‘Leopoldstadt’ breaks own house record as Broadway box office holds steady by Caitlin Hornik

For the second straight week, Tom Stoppard’s “Leopoldstadt” broke its own house record, as it grossed $1,158,050.70 for the week ending Oct. 23. The week prior, the production broke th…

Review: Oh Candida, You Were Made for London, not New York

The Gingold Group has produced an updated version of Bernard Shaw's response to A Doll's House.

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - BroadwayRadio

https://www.playbill.com/article/olivier-winning-life-of-pi-will-cross-the-ocean-to-broadway-in-2023. Isaac Mizrahi Will Make Broadway Acting ...

The Fifteen Minute Hamlet and Back to the 80s at Omaha Burke High School Theatre Department

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Blithe Spirit at Byron Nelson HS - Performances October 27, 2022 to October 29, 2022

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All-Star cast announced for LA CAGE AUX FOLLES by Sean McLoughlin

After 37 years, La Cage aux Folles is returning to Sydney for an exclusive gala season at The Concourse in

2022 Melbourne Fringe Awards Announced

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Arthur Ross Gallery presents John E. Dowell: Paths to Freedom by Pamela J. Forsythe

John E. Dowell's exhibit photographs and soundscapes cotton fields at night, conjuring the spirits of his enslaved ancestors. Pamela E. Forsythe reviews.

VIDEO: Watch a Clip of Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond Singing 'This Is Not Over Yet' From PARADE

New York City Center is presenting Jason Robert Brown's Parade. The production stars Ben Platt as Leo Frank, Micaela Diamond (Lucille Frank), Gaten Matarazzo (Frankie Epps), and more. Wat…

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 10/25/22 by Mark G. Auerbach

NEW ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio. The Berkie Awards nominees. BTG Plays, Pink Martini , UMass Multiband Pops, and arts news for WMass and No.CT. segment begins at: 6:20

Video: Jefferson Mays Says 'Happy Trails' to THE MUSIC MAN and Prepares for A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Exclusive video has been released of Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays saying “happy trails” to his acclaimed run in The Music Man as he prepares to begin performances in two weeks in his…

Broadway Grosses: Tom Stoppard's Leopoldstadt Sets New Box Office House Record by Caitlin Moynihan

Tom Stoppard's Leopoldstadt continues to wow audiences. The play, which opened on October 2, grossed $1,158,050.70 this week, setting a new house record at the Longacre Theatre for a new pl…

Odds & Ends: Take Me Out Star Jesse Williams Joins Only Murders in the Building by Caitlin Moynihan

Jesse Williams Joins Only Murders in the Building Season Three Take Me Out star Jesse Williams has joined the third season of Only Murders in the Building, according to Variety. The Tony nom…

Trail-blazing actor Gary Farmer on his career, Indigenous representation and receiving the August Schellenberg Award of Excellence by Joshua Chong - Staff Reporter

For Farmer, advancing honest Indigenous representation onscreen and behind the scenes has been a key pillar of his work.

Katt Williams is coming to MSG. We found tickets for under $75 by Matt Levy

Comedian Katt Williams will make audiences all over North America laugh this year and next as part of his ongoing tour.

Getty presents Códice Maya de México  by Pauline Adamek

The oldest surviving book of the Americas, Códice Maya de México, is now on view at the Getty Center. This exhibition is presented in Spanish and English. Esta exhibición se presenta …

Kate Mueth, Founder, Artistic Director Neo-Political Cowgirls, October 24, 2022 by Barry Gordin

Stage Stories: Tom Hagerman by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

Tom Hagerman is a Denver based composer, arranger, and musician best known for his multi-instrumentalist role in the Grammy nominated rock band, DeVotchKa. But DCPA fans also know his work o…

THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION to Have Presentations This Week Starring Hunter Foster & More

On Thursday, October 27 and Friday, October 28, Ken Davenport will be hosting presentations of the new musical THE GRISWOLDS’ BROADWAY VACATION with book, music, and lyrics by David Rossme…

It’s no big deal to get glasses or treat anosmia. Why was it so hard to face my hearing loss? by Anndee Hochman

Anndee Hochman had no problem getting help when her sense of smell or her sight suffered. But somehow, addressing her hearing loss felt different.

Meet ITO Gretchen Olah by Gretchen Olah

Working together and striving for excellence. The post Meet ITO Gretchen Olah appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

Chita Rivera to Receive HOLA Lifetime Achievement Award; Award to be Renamed in Her Honor

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors (HOLA) will recognize the extraordinary talents of the award-winning dancer, singer, actress Chita Rivera, the Latina and American Broadway icon, w…

Mika Kauffman to Direct Workshop of Jonathan Alexandratos' Turning Krasniqi: A Non-Binary Play by Leah Putnam

The new work explores a high schooler's pursuit to transition to a new gender according to an ancient tradition in his Albanian heritage.

It's Witchcraft!: 8 Takes on the Salem Witch Trials That Go Beyond The Crucible by Leah Putnam

Though many people know the Arthur Miller classic, this moment in American history has received plenty of attention onstage.

See Inside Broadway Inspirational Voices’ Better Days: Fundraising Cocktail Party and Award Ceremony by Michael Wiltbank

The event honored Tony winners André De Shields, LaChanze, and Alex Lacamoire.

Check Out New Photos of Broadway's Tony-Winning The Lion King by Andrew Gans, Michael Wiltbank

The hit Disney musical, which plays the Minskoff Theatre, will celebrate 25 years on Broadway next month.

Chita Rivera to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award From Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors by Logan Culwell-Block

Past HOLA lifetime achievement award honorees include fellow Broadway alums José Ferrer and Raúl Juliá.

Photos: Final West End Performance of Olivier-Winning Dear Evan Hansen by Andrew Gans, Michael Wiltbank

The award-winning production took its last bow at the Noël Coward Theatre October 22.

Watch: Jefferson Mays Says Goodbye to The Music Man and Hello to A Christmas Carol by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony winner left the musical revival October 23 to prepare for the Broadway debut of his solo adaptation of the Dickens classic.

Check Out Photos From The Rocky Horror Skivvies Show at Joe's Pub by Andrew Gans, Michael Wiltbank

Musical duo Nick Cearley and Lauren Molina were joined by a host of Broadway favorites.

Photos: First Look at Bryce Pinkham & Brad Oscar in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Production photos have been released of the current murderers' row of musical theater stars in the three-time Best Revival Award-winning LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, now in its third year of perf…

Announcing PICA’s new CEO by Aussie Theatre

Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA) is excited to announce the appointment of its new CEO, Hannah Mathews. Following an

Chekhov’s First Play by Sarah Downs

Funny, complex, startling, engrossing -- Chekhov's First Play in the hands the brilliantly creative minds at Dead Centre, is a whoopee, let your hair down theatrical experience. You must s…

Monstress by David Walters

Well worth experiencing.

Theatrical Mustang: Jill Sobule, Kissing and Telling by American Theatre Editors

This month Woodzick talks to the singer-songwriter about growing up gay, playing the guitar, looking for role models, and her new musical, 'F*ck7thGrade.'

Jesse Williams Joins ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season Three

Jesse Williams has joined the cast of Only Murders in the Building season three. Williams will be playing a documentarian who has a particular interest in the case that the show's stars, pla…

Dance for Change by Fumbani Innot Phiri, Robert Magasa

By Fumbani Innot Phiri, Robert Magasa. Robert Magasa is an experienced dancer, choreographer, and actor who trained in Zimbabwe and now runs UjeNi Dance Ensemble Theatre in Malawi.

Ann Kittredge at the Laurie Beechman Theatre by Edward Kliszus

Kittredge is a songstress of sumptuous romantic energy who possesses a dazzling gift for expressing the rich meaning of songs. She owns a sensitive, delightful facon de parler and freely com…

In Memoriam: Seymour "Red" Press by Jan Simpson

My friend Seymour "Red" Press died yesterday. Although to call him a friend doesn’t really describe what he meant to my husband K and me. Red was a longtime musical contractor and K, a tru…

Bandit Lites Donates Lighting for University of Tennessee’s Alumni Gala by Debi Moen

The University of Tennessee in Knoxville held its annual celebration of illustrious alumni at 2022 Alumni Awards Gala. Bandit Lites donated a lighting system for the event, which honors alum…

A Christmas Carol: A Thoroughly Modern Haunting by Amanda Ellison

Few festive stories summon the spirit of the season as much as the Dickensian classic, A Christmas Carol. Following the

Theatre Review: ‘Silent Sky’ at Towson University Center for the Arts, Mainstage by Pamela Steinik

Did you know there were female astronomers working at Harvard in the early 1900s? “Silent Sky” by Lauren Gunderson tells the story of one of these astronomers, Henrietta Leavitt, who mak…

Fountain Theatre gives women a voice with free readings of ‘My Body, No Choice’ Nov 2 & 3 by Fountaintheatre

Performance on Nov. 3 will be live-streamed Following last summer’s triumphant readings of Lisa Loomer’s Roe and with the midterm elections upon us, The Fountain Theatre once again jumps…

Kristolyn Lloyd Joins 1776 as John Adams Beginning Tonight

Kristolyn Lloyd (Dear Evan Hansen) is joining Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of 1776 as “John Adams,” directed by Jeffrey L. Page and Diane Paulus, and co-pr…

Review: ‘Refuge’ at Theo Ubique Theatre is a beautiful musical about the dangerous journey migrants attempt by Chris Jones

For all the sadness in this work, it’s also humanistic and celebratory of diverse individuals, all under different kinds of stress.

Theatre Review: ‘Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really’ at Rorschach Theatre by Jeannette Mulherin

Rorschach’s “Dracula” delivers the feminist revenge fantasy it promises with a witty, relentless, and bloody satisfying attack on the patriarchy. Loosely based on Bram Stoker’s Dracu…

Lynn Nottage’s ‘Intimate Apparel’ is crafted with care at Theater J by Jared Strange

An evening that is moving, insightful, and tailored to the play’s strengths.

Choreographers & Cocktails: A Benefit for The Joyce Theater by Joycetheater

Join The Joyce Theater for a night of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, open rehearsals, and a crowd favorite silent auction! Support The Joyce while mingling with celebrated choreographers, amazin…

Theatre Review: ‘Hellbent’ at Laurel Mill Playhouse by Susan Brall

Laurel Mill Playhouse is currently presenting the world-premiere of “Hellbent” by Jeff Dunne who also directs. The play is a satire of Dunne’s vision of hell. Lacey (Victoria Sova) and…

Cast Set for Premiere of Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo's Musical Invincible by Lindsey Sullivan

Casting has been announced for the world premiere production of Grammy-winning artists Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo's Invincible - The Musical. The Broadway-bound project reimagines Shakespe…

The Kite Runner to Embark on National Tour in 2024 by Caitlin Moynihan

Broadway's The Kite Runner, based on Khaled Hosseini’s novel of the same name and adapted by Matthew Spangler, will embark on a North American tour in 2024. The production, directed by�…

Broadway Spouses Patti Murin and Colin Donnell to Release Joint Album, Expecting 2nd Child by Logan Culwell-Block

Something Stupid will release in November.

Delaware Theatre Company presents Layon Gray’s Black Angels Over Tuskegee by Jeannine A. Cook

Delaware Theatre Company mounts writer/director Layon Gray’s Black Angels Over Tuskegee, a show about the men who trained to become the US Air Force’s first Black pilots. Jeannine Cook r…

Theatre Review: ‘The Lion in Winter’ at Everyman Theatre by Nancy Blum

James Goldman’s problematic “The Lion in Winter” is a well-known vehicle for actors to show off their command of language, rhythm, and sharp emotional turns. It is, in large part, a du…

Denée Benton to join Broadway company of ‘Into the Woods’ by Caitlin Hornik

Denée Benton is set to join the cast of “Into the Woods” on Broadway in the role of Cinderella. Benton returns to the company on Nov. 22 after first performing the role in the New York …

What Samuel L. Jackson Misses Most About Broadway by Gordon Cox

Samuel L. Jackson is back on Broadway for the first time in a decade in “The Piano Lesson,” the new production of the August Wilson play directed by Jackson’s wife, LaTanya Richardson …

Concert Review: ‘Judy’ by Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC by Liz Ruth-Brinegar

Judy Garland may have left us to go over the rainbow, but her star has never dimmed. Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC (GMCW) beautifully illustrated how the legend’s influence shines o…

Eddie Cooper, Lilli Cooper & More Join Santino Fontana for YOUR OWN THING Benefit Performance

Eddie Cooper, Lilli Cooper and Jennifer Sánchez will join Santino Fontana for Red Bull Theater's all-star benefit performance of Your Own Thing, the 1968 hit Off-Broadway rock musical sugge…

Gabriel Byrne and Lonny Price Share What to Expect From Broadway's Walking With Ghosts

Ahead of its official opening, director Lonny Price and Byrne shared with Playbill what to expect from the show; watch the discussion in the video ...

Sink your teeth into one of these ‘Dracula’ stagings by Celia Wren

Synetic Theater production is far more inventive than Rorschach's heavy-handed staging in a vacant firehouse.

Peterborough Theatre Guild returns to the stage in November with Neil Simon's 'Rumors'

The playbill and a scene from the original Broadway production of Neil Simon's “Rumors” in November 1988. (Images via playbill.com).

Broadway Box Office Holds Steady At $29M; ‘Phantom’ Nabs $1.6M; Gabriel Byrne‘s ’Walking With Ghosts’ Joins The Roster by Greg Evans

Broadway box office held steady last week, with impressive attendance for recent arrivals Almost Famous and Kimberly Akimbo, and Leopoldstadt again setting a house record at the Longacre wit…

Erica Schmidt's Lucy Will Play Off-Broadway's Minetta Lane by Andrew Gans

Schmidt will also direct the limited engagement of the Audible Original.

Crystal Skillman's Open to Kick Off Tour With Free Preview at The Tank by Leah Putnam

The monologue play about a woman trying to save the woman she loves originally made its world premiere at the Off-Broadway theatre in 2019.

‘My Neighbour Totoro’ review: Bring this Miyazaki stage show to Broadway by Johnny Oleksinski

A wondrous stage adaptation of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli's classic 1988 animated film has arrived in London.

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 10/23/22

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 10/23/2022.

Photos: Check Out New Production Images of THE LION KING Ahead of its 25th Anniversary

New production photographs of the current company of The Lion King on Broadway have been released. The Lion King will kick off its 25th anniversary celebration this November!  Check out the…

‘The Kite Runner’ lays plans for 2024 national tour by Ruthie Fierberg

Producers of “The Kite Runner” have announced that Dramatic Publishing has acquired the licensing rights to the production and that plans are underway for a North American tour, slated t…

Rorschach Theatre launches call for local playwright submissions by News Desk

'Magic in Rough Spaces' new play lab accepting submissions from DC-area playwrights through November 28.

See Bernadette Peters, Kara Young, Kate Baldwin, More at Dramatists Guild Foundation's 60th Anniversary Gala by Heather Gershonowitz

The evening honored Paula Vogel, Jeffrey Banks, and Barbara Olcott.

Khris Davis and McKinley Belcher III Explore the American Dream Through a Black Lens in Death of a Salesman by Raven Brunner

The two actors return to Broadway in Arthur Miller’s acclaimed work.

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Funny Girl Hits the Top 5, Leopoldstadt Is Broadway's Top-Selling Play, and More by Logan Culwell-Block

Glee star Lea Michele continues to draw crowds, with the revival enjoying the highest-grossing week of its run.

Washington National Opera stages a solid ‘Il trovatore’ with stellar design by Darby Dejarnette

If you are a fan of Verdi, or you enjoy a good tragic opera with plot twists, this one is for you.

Particle Ink: Speed of Dark Announces Final Las Vegas Extension

The immersive production will now run through December 4.

Denée Benton to Join Into the Woods on Broadway as Cinderella

Benton originated the role in the Encores! production that later transferred to Broadway.

Nathan Lane, Zoë Wanamaker, Danny Burstein to Star in New Broadway Play Pictures From Home

Bartlett Sher will direct Sharr White's new drama, based on the photo memoir by Larry Sultan.

“Bad Hombres”: A Side-Splitting Trip to Gay Latino Life—at The Rhino by Bdhorwitz

Guillermo Reyes, Rudy Guerrero Spark New Fire in Castro by Barry David Horwitz There’s a lot of Good Guys and Bad Boys in Guillermo Reyes’ “Bad Hombres” at Theatre Rhino’s new play…

My Review: 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf' at Yale Rep by Frank Rizzo

ALL PHOTOS BY JOAN MARCUS. The show: “Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” by Edward Albee at Yale Repertory T…

'Marvellous' review — biographical play is filled with heart, but could use more art by Matt Wolf

Theresa Heskins co-authors and directs overinsistent adaptation of the life of Neil (Nello) Baldwin, a 76-year-old Staffordshire legend, which launches a lovely new West End venue

Photos: See the 1776 Cast, Tom Hanks, Ato Blankson-Wood & More at the SING OUT FOR FREEDOM 2022 Concert

The ACLU and the NYCLU hosted the 20th Annual Sing Out For Freedom benefit concert on Monday, October 24th. Performers and presenters included comedian Alex Edelman (Just For Us), 2022 Tony-…

TOPDOG/UNDERDOG Launches STUDENT SEATS, Providing Fully Funded Tickets to Students

Suzan-Lori Parks’ Pulitzer Prize-winning TOPDOG/UNDERDOG has announced TOPDOG/UNDERDOG STUDENT SEATS, a program that provides fully funded tickets to public school student groups, allowing…

Video: Tim Liu & Jeena Yi On Audible Theater's GOOD ENEMY

Tim Liu and Jeena Yi, who star in in Audible Theater's Good Enemy which begins performances tonight, sat down with Richard Ridge to chat all about bringing this production to New York City a…

Denée Benton to Reprise Role as Cinderella in Broadway's Into the Woods by Lindsey Sullivan

Denée Benton will join the Broadway cast of Into the Woods from November 22 through December 24. She is reprising her performance as Cinderella after playing the role in the City Center …

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker to Star in Pictures From Home on Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker are returning to the Broadway stage next year. They will star in Pictures From Home, a new play based on the photo memoir by Larry Sultan and …

“Madama Butterfly” director and cast discuss the opera’s timeless appeal by Jim Farmer

It was set for Atlanta Opera’s 2019-2020 finale, and then later that... The post “Madama Butterfly” director and cast discuss the opera’s timeless appeal appeared first on ARTS ATL.

Mountain Productions Appoints Andrew Hawk as Director of Installs by Michael Eddy

Mountain Productions, one of the largest staging and entertainment rigging distribution companies in North America, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Hawk as their new Directo…

Eddie Cooper, Lilli Cooper, Jennifer Sánchez, More Join Your Own Thing Benefit Performance by Logan Culwell-Block

The seldom-seen rock musical will be led by Santino Fontana.

The Business of Broadway with Samuel L. Jackson, LaChanze, Lee Daniels and Many More by Broadway Podcast Network

In this supersized episode, we present three of the panels and keynote conversations from Variety's 2022 Business of Broadway breakfast: 3:25: A conversation with producers LaChanze ("Topdog…

Patti Murin and Colin Donnell to Release First Joint Album SOMETHING STUPID

Broadway couple Patti Murin and Colin Donnell will be releasing their first joint album! Titled Something Stupid afer the 1967 Carson and Gaile song, the album will be released on November…

Get ready for ISE 2023: January 31 to February 3, 2023 in Barcelona by Michael Eddy

Integrated Systems Europe, ISE 2023, will take place at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via, 31 January - 3 February 2023. Integrated Systems Events is a joint venture between AVIXA and CEDIA – th…

The New Stage Managers’ Association Foundation has been Launched by Michael Eddy

The Stage Managers’ Association has created a new organization – the Stage Managers’ Association Foundation to support and promote the craft and art of stage management. It will fund e…

Keegan’s reassuring ‘Elegies’ reflects on joy, grief, and gratitude by Gregory Ford

At their best, William Finn's songs are candid snapshots of something that makes life worth living.

A Musical Beauty ‘Pageant’ Like None You’ve Seen – Probably by Bill Hirschman

The musical comedy Pageant at Island City Stage delivers a lush array of talented contestants in carefully coifed wigs and gowns -- except they're all men. The post A Musical Beauty ‘Pagea…

THE KITE RUNNER Will Launch North American Tour in 2024

Dramatic Publishing has licensed the Broadway production of The Kite Runner, and a North American tour is being planned for 2024. Tour cities, dates and casting will be announced. The Kite R…

Dramatic Publishing Acquires The Kite Runner Licensing Rights; North American Tour Announced by Leah Putnam

The Broadway production currently running at Hayes Theater is led by Amir Arison and Faran Tahir.

Stage Managers' Association Launches Philanthropic Foundation by Logan Culwell-Block

The organization will support and promote the art of stage management by funding education, training, and scholarships.

Watch a Sneak Peek of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish by Roberto Araujo

The production, helmed by Tony winner Joel Grey, returns for a seven-week engagement next month.

Interview: Nina West is Sharing a Message of Kindness With New Children's Book THE YOU KIND OF YOU

Drag superstar Nina West is taking the world by storm. Her new children's book, THE YOU KIND OF KIND is out now! BroadwayWorld spoke with Nina West about the book, feeling the power of your …

VIDEO: Billy Porter Reveals How the Arts 'Saved Him' on CBS MORNINGS

During an interview on CBS Mornings, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy winner Billy Porter discussed his upbringing and how the arts saved his life through his dark childhood. Porter also dished on his…

King Hamlin review – trapped teens face up to lives at knife-point by Arifa Akbar

Park theatre, LondonExcellent performances enhance this story of three young boys hurtling towards gang culture King Hamlin begins with a teenager’s funeral. We learn of the boy’s stabbi…

Cast Recording of Broadway's Chicago Revival Will Be Reissued on Vinyl by Andrew Gans

The recording features Tony winners Bebe Neuwirth, James Naughton, Joel Grey, and the late Ann Reinking.

Luis A. Miranda Jr. Elected Chair of Public Theater Board of Trustees by Logan Culwell-Block

Miranda succeeds outgoing chair Arielle Tepper, whose tenure in the role stretched nearly a decade.

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Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo & More Join Lucy Simon Video Podcast Series

'Celebrating Lucy Simon'  will feature never-before-heard stories from Simon herself, as well as from collaborators Judy Collins, Marshall Brickman, Marsha Norman, Victoria Clark, and more.…

Photo Feature: Cathedral Choral Society’s ‘Roméo and Juliette’ by Guest Author

The Atlanta Ballet joins the Cathedral Choral Society for a dramatic rendering of Hector Berlioz's “Roméo and Juliette,” a first-of-its-kind collaboration.

NJRep Names Dee Dee Irwin as Managing Director   by American Theatre Editors

Irwin, whose previous post was as marketing director and associate producer for California's Laguna Beach Playhouse, takes on a new role at NJRep.

MR. PRESIDENT AND I

By Peter Filichia Go to Google Maps to locate the Emerson Colonial Theatre on Boylston Street in Boston. Then punch in the Emerson Majestic Theatre on Tremont Street in that selfsame Boston,…

Photos: Inside Broadway Inspirational Voices' BETTER DAYS Fundraising Event

Broadway Inspirational Voices held its BETTER DAYS: Fundraising Cocktail Party and Award Ceremony on October 24, 2022 at 7:00pm in the heart of Times Square. Check out photos here!

‘Became quite farcical’: BOMBAY SUPERSTAR – Touring by Fairy Powered Productions

The plot of Bombay Superstar transpires to be a bit of an unofficial biopic of the Bollywood actress Rekha. Rekha’s story has been subtly changed and some life events have been swapped wit…

Luis A. Miranda Jr. Named New Board Chair at the Public Theater

Luis A. Miranda, Jr., a political consultant and activist and father of Lin-Manuel Miranda, will serve as the next board chair at the Public Theater. He has served on the board since 2015.

Theater Review: “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone” — A Stirring Dramatic Experience by Robert Israel

Despite some missteps and miscasting bumps along the way, this staging faithfully captures playwright August Wilson’s searing poetic vision.

‘Tell the Story Every Way You Can’: Bess Wohl on ‘Camp Siegfried’ by Alexis Soloski

How a real-life pro-Nazi summer camp on Long Island inspired a “deeply American play” about seduction.

James Corden and the Dangers of Likability by Jason Zinoman

No one knows what an egg yolk omelet is, but we all know that TV hosts should be relatable. Or should they? That didn’t do Ellen DeGeneres any favors.

A New-Play Fest Is Born in Greenville, S.C. by American Theatre Editors

The latest entry in the new-play festival game, staged in August across 5 venues in an arts-centric town, had impressive local buy-in and enthusiastic full houses.

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker Will Lead PICTURES FROM HOME on Broadway Next Year

Pictures From Home is headed to Broadway in 2023 starring  Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker and staged by award-winning director Bartlett Sher. Learn more about the pl…

Theater review: ‘The Mousetrap,’ the world’s longest-running play, still has to power to shock and surprise at Hartford Stage by Christopher Arnott

Director Jackson Gay and a well-picked cast of eight actors have taken a genre that these days is only known from parodies (think “Clue: On Stage”) and remind us why plays like this work…

Kristolyn Lloyd Joins Broadway Revival of 1776 October 25 by Talaura Harms

The performer succeeds Crystal Lucas-Perry as founding father John Adams in the Roundabout-A.R.T co-production.

Denée Benton Will Head Into the Woods on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block, Talaura Harms

The Hamilton and Great Comet star originated the role for its pre-Broadway run at New York City Center.

Frank Wildhorn's Bonnie & Clyde Will Return to London's West End in 2023 by Andrew Gans

The limited engagement will play the Garrick Theatre.

Revivals: 1776 & Death of a Salesman – What’s the Point? by Sandi Durell

The Siegel Column – By Barbara & Scott Siegel . . . Why are certain shows chosen to revive? Obviously, the first reason is economic viability. After that, beyond the prospect of potent…

5-Part Video Podcast Series Chronicling Career of Late The Secret Garden Composer Lucy Simon Launches October 25 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-nominated Broadway composer passed away October 20 at the age of 82.

Billy Porter Talks About Ryan Murphy and Gayle King Being On His Vision Board on CBS Mornings by Leah Putnam

Porter discusses big themes of his life and his memoir Unprotected, released in paperback October 25.

Prop Table Tuesday: A Spooky Prop from Everyone's Favorite Singing Slasher by Broadway By Ghostlight

With Halloween around the corner, I'd thought I'd open the crypt and pull out a creepy prop used in one of the scariest musicals of all time, Sweeney Todd. While there are plenty of great pr…

Bonnie and Clyde the musical comes to Garrick Theatre for limited season by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Hit musical Bonnie and Clyde returns to the West End for a limited 11 week season at the Garrick Theatre. BOOK Bonnie and Clyde tickets This post Bonnie and Clyde the musica…

Nathan Lane to Return to Broadway This Winter in ‘Pictures From Home’ by Michael Paulson

The play, written by Sharr White and directed by Bartlett Sher, will also star Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker.

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 by Susan Grace

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Denee Benton Will Reprise Role of Cinderella in INTO THE WOODS on Broadway

Denee Benton, who starred as Cinderella in the off-Broadway run of Into The Woods at City Center earlier this year, will reprise her role in the Broadway run of the production next month.

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein, Zoë Wanamaker to Star in Pictures From Home on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Sharr White adapted the work from Larry Sultan's photo memoir.

Brian D'Arcy James Goes Back Into the Woods October 25 by Talaura Harms

The three-time Tony nominee steps back into the role of the Baker in the popular revival.

Photos: Inside the Dramatists Guild Foundation's 60th Anniversary Gala

Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) held its 60th Anniversary Gala last night at Ziegfeld Ballroom, hosted by Jennifer Simard.

From the Top Down by Iris McQuillan-Grace, Kit Ingui

By Iris McQuillan-Grace, Kit Ingui. Iris McQuillan-Grace sits down with Kit Ingui, managing director of Long Wharf Theatre, to discuss Kit’s efforts to create a supportive and inclusive wo…

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein & Zoë Wanamaker Set For Broadway’s ‘Pictures From Home’ In January by Greg Evans

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker, three of the theater’s most acclaimed artists, will return to the New York stage this January in the Broadway premiere of Pictures From Home…

CABARET NEWS by Sandi Durell

Kim David Smith’s MOSTLY MARLENE live at PANGEA (178 2nd Avenue NYC) Saturday, October 29 at 7pm  www.pangeanyc.com The Green Room 42 is pleased to present I AM WOMAN: A Concert for Fem…

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein Return to Broadway for ‘Pictures From Home’ by Rebecca Rubin

Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker will return to Broadway for “Pictures From Home,” a new play about manhood, fatherhood and hidden truths. “Pictures From Home” is based…

Celebrating International Dwarfism Awareness Day: 7 Major Movies Starring Little People by Trav S.D.

It’s surely no coincidence that International Dwarfism Awareness Day takes place on the birthday of Billy Barty, screen star and co-founder of the Little People of America. Barty did a lot…

Gabriel Byrne and Lonny Price Share What to Expect From Broadway's Walking With Ghosts by Playbill

Two-time Tony nominee Gabriel Byrne brings Walking With Ghosts, a solo show adapted from his memoir of the same name, to Broadway. The 75-performance run began October 18 at the Music Box Th…

New Lucy Simon Video-Podcast Series Features Late Composer And Broadway Performers Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo & ‘Secret Garden’ Stars Dais by Greg Evans

EXCLUSIVE: A five-part video and podcast series celebrating the life and career of Broadway composer Lucy Simon – one of the final projects the sister of Carly Simon worked on prior to her…

One Day More: Interview with Les Misérables’ Steve Czarnecki by Debra Danese

Steve Czarnecki says he is thrilled to be back on the barricade with the touring cast of Les Miserables. Steve not only plays an ensemble… The post One Day More: Interview with Les Misér…

Celebrating 1922: Hollywood comes of age with ‘Robin Hood,’ ‘Blood and Sand’ … by Susan King

Do you know when the first movie premiere in Hollywood history was held? On Oct. 18. 1922 Sid Grauman opened his movie palace the Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Blvd. with superstar Douglas F…

NextStop Theatre does ‘Frankenstein’ with drama and grace by Julia Amis

This is 'Frankenstein' as Shelley wrote it: deep, eloquent, and full of poignant themes. It’s an unsettling dive into the human condition that will stay with you.

Another Miranda at the Public Theater: Luis A. Miranda Jr., New Board Chair by Kalia Richardson

Luis A. Miranda Jr., a political consultant and activist whose son, Lin-Manuel Miranda, composed one of the Public’s biggest hits, “Hamilton,” was named chair of the theater’s board.

BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL Will Return to the West End in March 2023

The cult smash-hit BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL will return to the West End opening at The Garrick Theatre on Saturday 4 March 2023 for a strictly limited 11-week season following the phen…

REVIEW: Colchester Fringe Review Round Up by Paul T Davies

By Paul T Davies Paul T Davies looks back on the Colchester Fringe and the shows he managed to catch. This post REVIEW: Colchester Fringe Review Round Up first appeared on British Theatre. H…

Leo G. Carroll Was Over a Barrell by Trav S.D.

October 25 was the natal day of the great English-American actor Leo G. Carroll; as it happens we have also just passed the 50th anniversary of his passing (October 16, 1972). Thanks to The …

‘Death of a Salesman’ revival reviews: ‘Sensational’ Wendell Pierce, Sharon D Clarke and André De Shields by David Buchanan

Attention must be paid to the latest revival of Arthur Miller’s classic American family drama “Death of a Salesman,” which opened on Broadway at the Hudson Theatre on Oct. 9. Wendell P…

By The Sword Excalibur: A Review of Camelot at Music Theater Works by Aaron Hunt

Music Theater Works offers a version, as directed by Brianna Borger, that promises to focus on the characters, having set aside the fussy pageantry.

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 by Ashley Steves

“Life of Pi” Is Coming To Broadway, Isaac Mizrahi Is Mr. Cellophane, “Ain’t No Mo” Pushes First Preview “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting t…

Geoffrey Sykes, writer and director of SOMEWHERE SOUTH discusses his new work by Aussie Theatre

On the occasion of the centenary of the visit of eminent English novelist D.H.Lawrence to Australia in 1922, Playscript is

Enough of Him review – master and slave square off as Scotland abolishes bondage by Mark Fisher

Pitlochry festival theatreMay Sumbwanyambe’s drama tells the story of the man who established that slavery was forbidden by Scots law – but this is no easy celebration It is the start of…

MONSOON WEDDING Comes to Qatar Next Month

Award-winning film director Mira Nair brings  Monsoon Wedding to life in a new musical adaptation set to light up the stage in Qatar this fall.

Morning Melodies program back in its entirety for 2023 by Aussie Theatre

For more than 38 years, Arts Centre Melbourne’s Morning Melodies program has entertained and delighted audiences one Monday every month

‘The central performance is phenomenal’: THE POLTERGEIST – Arcola Theatre by John Chapman

Philip Ridley’s The Poltergeist is an irresistibly restless creation which emulates the troublesome violent spirit conjured up by the title. The firework cracking solo piece has had a chec…

Always-prescient cabaret star Meow Meow finds last century’s apocalypse still relevant by Andrew Gilbert

Post-postmodern N.Y. diva set to kick off the Bay Area Cabaret season at the storied Venetian Room.

Dear Evan Hansen celebrates final West End performance by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Olivier Award-winning Best Musical Dear Evan Hansen celebrates its final West End performance at the Noel Coward Theatre. This post Dear Evan Hansen celebrates final West End…

Review: Ivo van Hove Brings A Little Life to the Stage, as Sublime as It Is Exhausting

The four-hour adaptation of Hanya Yanagihara's novel is now running in Brooklyn at BAM.

Trevor Ashley’s Moulin Scrooge! by Aussie Theatre

The legend of Kings Cross, the iconic Carlotta will join Trevor Ashley onstage in Moulin Scrooge! this Christmas opening 1

Wake Up With BWW 10/25: LIFE OF PI to Transfer to Broadway, Isaac Mizrahi Joins CHICAGO, and More!

Top stories include Life of Pi, transferring to Broadway in March 2023! Plus, full casting has been announced for the tour of Beetlejuice and Isaac Mizrahi will join the cast of Chicago!

Review: ‘Man and Moon’ is a moving play about unlikely friends in a hospital oncology waiting room by Emily McClanathan

This story about human connection across differences provides a hopeful, aspirational glimpse at our better selves.

Tochi Onyebuchi, Mark Oppenheimer top Connecticut Book Awards winners by Susan Dunne

The 2022 Connecticut Book Awards, honoring the best books written by state residents and natives were announced.

Hello, Dolly! (1969) by Musicalsplaining

This week we discuss the legendary big budget movie musical that put a nail in the coffin of big budget movie musicals. Angie can only handle so much dancing and Kaveh considers switching ca…

Circus 1903 | 2022 London Trailer by Official London Theatre

Roll Up! Roll up! This Christmas, the marvellous Circus 1903 returns to London. Experience all the thrills and daredevil entertainment of a turn-of-the-century circus in an all-new home for …

Elizabeth Mary Schaaf, who archived Baltimore’s musical history at the Peabody Institute, dies by Jacques Kelly

Elizabeth Mary Schaaf, the retired Peabody Institute archivist who rescued the grace notes of Baltimore’s musical history, died Thursday at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center.

Pursuit of Low Overhead Ratio Is Starving Cultural Org Of Success by Joe Patti

For a long time now pursuit of a low overhead ratio has been viewed as a benchmark of good governance in the non-profit sector. There have been arguments against that view, but the perceptio…

Extras: WILL LEGISLATION PROTECT GIG WORKERS IN THEATER – OR SIMPLY RESTRICT OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINORITY GROUPS? by Nia Liat

Will Legislation Protect Gig Workers In Theater – Or Simply Restrict Opportunities For Minority Groups? When it comes to stage and cinema, productivity relies completely on gig workers. Ho…

MARY POPPINS opens in Brisbane by Sean McLoughlin

Something magic is about to begin! Following its critically acclaimed Sydney season, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS is set

A Quick Solution To The Problem Of Missing Credit Card Receipts by Eric Joseph Rubio

We’ve all been there, on one end of the conversation or the other: it’s the end of the month and the finance team is missing receipts for charges on company credit cards. Cardholders get…

Humorous NATIVE GARDENS Tidily Scratches the Surface by Kim Jackson

Read Kim Jackson's review of the PlayMakers' production of NATIVE GARDENS, which runs through Sunday. The post Humorous NATIVE GARDENS Tidily Scratches the Surface appeared first on Beltline…

Video: The Sanderson Sisters Bring Creepy Classic "Thriller" To I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall

Go Inside Broadway's biggest Halloween event of the year, Jay Armstrong Johnson's annual Halloween concert-meets-party, I Put a Spell on You: ALIVE At Sony Hall. For this year's show, John…

Video: Jay Armstrong Johnson and The Sanderson Sisters Take the Stage At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall

Go inside Broadway's biggest Halloween event of the year, Jay Armstrong Johnson's annual Halloween concert-meets-party, I Put a Spell on You: ALIVE At Sony Hall. See video of the show's Sand…

Interview: Sharon Lawrence Talks About Playing Newspaper Publisher Katharine Graham in The Shot

Lawrence performs the solo play in a three-night run as part of the United Solo Festival.

Video: Gavin Creel Does the 'Monster Mash' At I PUT A SPELL ON YOU At Sony Hall

Go inside Broadway's biggest Halloween event of the year, Jay Armstrong Johnson's annual Halloween concert-meets-party, I Put a Spell on You: ALIVE At Sony Hall. Check out Tony Award-winner…

Good Enemy, Starring Francis Jue, Begins Previews Off-Broadway October 25 by Andrew Gans

Directed by Chay Yew, the Audible Theater world premiere production of Yilong Liu's work plays the Minetta Lane.

Sheldon Harnick-Penned English Translation of Bizet's Carmen Makes New York Premiere With MasterVoices October 25 by Logan Culwell-Block

Ginger Costa-Jackson, Mikaela Bennett, and John Brancy lead the cast with Sammi Cannold at the helm.

The Secret of My Success Begins Regional Premiere in Houston October 25 by Leah Putnam

The musical, based on the 1987 film, stars Ben Fankhauser and Ashley Blanchett leading a Broadway alum-studded cast.

Mark Linn-Baker Is Mayor Shinn in Broadway's The Music Man Beginning October 25 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Broadway favorite succeeds Tony winner Jefferson Mays.

Sondheim-Inspired Revival of George Bernard Shaw's Candida Opens October 25 by Leah Putnam

The Off-Broadway production stars Queen's Avanthika Srinivasan and Fat Ham's R.J. Foster.

The Public's A Raisin in the Sun, Starring Francois Battiste and Tonya Pinkins, Opens October 25 by Logan Culwell-Block

Robert O'Hara directs the new revival of the Lorraine Hansberry play.

IMPRESSIONS: marion spencer & collaborators in “to love the rise/pt. 2” at Roulette Intermedium by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: marion spencer & collaborators in “to love the rise/pt. 2” at Roulette Intermedium   "marion spencer and collaborators’ to love the rise/pt. 2 unfolds as a radical…

WATCH: Meet the Cast of 'Leopoldstadt' on Broadway - The cast and creative team discuss Tom Stoppard's new epic by Elyse Orecchio

Set in Vienna's Jewish quarter during the first 55 years of the 20th century, Tom Stoppard's Leopoldstadt is his most personal play to date, an epic portrait of one extended family's heartbr…

Top 5 Stage Performances to Stream This Weekend October 28-30 - See 'I Put a Spell on You,' Jeanna de Waal in concert, Michael Urie and more by Raven Snook

In-person shows have been back for over a year now, but sometimes we want to get our theatre fix at home. Thankfully, there are still wonderful stage performances to watch online. Our carefu…