Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford on the Shakespeare of Sondheim, lessons from ‘Sweeney Todd’ and onstage barber chair mishaps by Broadway News

Inside a post-show talkback at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

‘Some Like It Hot’ composer Marc Shaiman receives Frederick Loewe Award by Caitlin Hornik

Shaiman was honored at the Dramatists Guild Awards ceremony earlier this week.

Broadway League presents awards for excellence in Broadway touring by Caitlin Hornik

The 2023 League Awards recipients were announced during the 33rd annual Spring Road Conference.

Creativity Fills In The Blanks by Joe Patti

We were participating in a scavenger hunt for a local 3rd grade class today. The kids were given clues associated with museums, galleries and public art around the downtown area. In addition…

Lewis Capaldi Tours with over 170 GLP Flexible Hybrid LEDs by Michael Eddy

Lewis Capaldi is currently touring the States, having recently completed his biggest European tour to date, visiting arenas in 32 cities over two months. Having played one of the last concer…

Broken Theater and The Vanishing Point by Eve Jacobs

Hunter College MFA Eve Jacobs (in conversation with Ethan Kogan) ruminates on Bobbi Jene Smith's "Broken Theater" at La MaMa Moves 2023

Young Filmmakers' Showcase | STRATFEST@HOME Film Festival by Stratford Festival

Calling all young filmmakers! 🎬 We'd like to invite you to submit a short film inspired by A Wrinkle In Time. Capture a feeling or moment from the story and reimagine it as an expression…

Adventure Theatre MTC announces all-new leadership by News Desk

The company returns from a strategic pause and recommits to its vision and core values of equity, engagement, innovation, growth, and wonder.

“Exhaustion Arroyo”: A Trip from Pizza Slavery to Redwood Heaven—at Cutting Ball by Bdhorwitz

W. Fran Astorga’s Comic Vision Inspires with Grace & Eco-Poetry by Barry David Horwitz I have never seen a play like “Exhaustion Arroyo: Dancin’ Trees in the Ravine.”  “Arroyo…

An Enchanting Experience: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Australia Invites You Behind The Curtain by Sean McLoughlin

Enthralling wizards and Muggles alike, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Australia is bringing its magic straight to your screens.

Will Laura Benanti and Sterling K. Brown Square Off In ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST On Broadway?

Three-time Emmy winner Sterling K. Brown and Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti will star in a reading of a new Broadway-aimed stage production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest on May 18 i…

Special Episode: Danielle Ferland on Being ‘Excited and Scared’ for Her Solo Cabaret Debut by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini chats with an actress that musical theatre lovers of many generations literally saw grow up in front of their eyes. Whether that was because they saw her …

Recommended Theatre: YOURS UNFAITHFULLY (Jermyn Street Theatre in London) by Nia Liat

FAITHFULLY BRINGING MILES MALLESON TO LIGHT In 2017, Mint Theater Company presented the World Premiere of Miles Malleson’s Yours Unfaithfully, directed by Mint Artistic Director Jonathan …

Sterling K. Brown and Laura Benanti to Star in ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ Reading, With Eye Toward Broadway Run (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

Sterling K. Brown could be on his way to Broadway. The three-time Emmy winner will star in a reading of a new stage production of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” on May 18 in New Yor…

She is a full slay on this choreo 👏 by DanceOn

Shucked a New Musical Comedy - Pop Art Tote Bag

The Ultimate Playbill Binder - Archival Quality Storage for Contemporary Sized Playbills. Price: $45.99. Quick ViewPlaybill Logo Mug - PLMU01.

How to Write a Script in 4 Steps by Dylan Malloy

An simple process that works The post How to Write a Script in 4 Steps appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

Hear From Victoria Clark, Justin Cooley and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

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

Bonnie Milligan, Alex Newell, Michael Patrick Thornton Among 2023 Actors’ Equity Foundation Honorees by Caitlin Hornik

Several Broadway and Off-Broadway performers will receive 2023 Actors’ Equity Foundation Awards. Bonnie Milligan and Alex Newell will receive the Clarence Derwent Awards, which recognizes…

She Took Her Lifelong Passion For Theater And Became A Producing Powerhouse by Jeryl Brunner

Lisa Dozier is the lead producer of Anthony Rapp’s hit show, Without You

Learn to yodel like Julie Andrews ✅ #soundofmusic #julieandrews #musical #shorts by Rodgers & Hammerstein

Additional Dramatists Guild Award Winners Announced by American Theatre Editors

At a recent ceremony, the Dramatists Guild presented awards to Marc Shaiman, Nissy Aya, Candrice Jones, Dave Harris, Iakowi:he’ne’ Oakes, the Brooklyn Public Library, and Friends of Geo…

"Poor Little Millionaire" Song Spotlight | SOME LIKE IT HOT MUSICAL by Some Like It Hot Musical

#SomeLikeItHotMusical is now playing at the Shubert Theatre! 🧡 Stream or download the new album now, plus preorder the CD and Vinyl: https://found.ee/SomeLikeItHot Get Broadway’s hot…

Watch: & JULIET Debuts New Music Video 'Everybody Can't Stop The Feeling'

Watch a brand-new music video, 'Everybody Can't Stop The Feeling', from the company of & Juliet!

Billy Crystal in Conversation with Bette Midler, Kristin Chenoweth and More Upcoming at 92NY

May/June Theater Talks at 92NY will feature Billy Crystal With Bette Midler, Kristin Chenoweth in a Celebration of Peggy Lee and more. 

Do This Musical, Not That One by Andrew Koch

6 alternatives to popular musicals The post Do This Musical, Not That One appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

Switchyard Theatre’s THE TEMPEST Conjures Enchantment by Kim Jackson

Enchanting performances abound in Switchyard's THE TEMPEST. Read Kim Jackson's review. The post Switchyard Theatre’s THE TEMPEST Conjures Enchantment appeared first on Beltline to Broadway.

JERRY/DAPHNE | SOME LIKE IT HOT MUSICAL by Some Like It Hot Musical

#SomeLikeItHotMusical is now playing at the Shubert Theatre! 🧡 Stream or download the new album now, plus preorder the CD and Vinyl: https://found.ee/SomeLikeItHot Get Broadway’s hot…

Bonnie Milligan, Alex Newell, Michael Patrick Thornton among 2023 Actors’ Equity Foundation honorees by Caitlin Hornik

The awards will be presented on June 26.

TDF Conversations: King James by TDF

Friday, May 19, 1pm ET: Join Glenn Davis and Rajiv Joseph to learn why their new show's a slam dunk --- Theatre brought playwright Rajiv Joseph and actor Glenn Davis together, but basketba…

Video: SHUCKED's Alex Newell Is Celebrated, Motivated... and (Tony) Nominated

Alex Newell is already celebrated, motivated and liberated... and this Broadway season they are also nominated. The star of Shucked earned their first Tony nomination for an ovation-inducing…

The cast of ‘one in two’ at Mosaic Theater on why they take it personally by Gregory Ford

A conversation with Ryan Jamaal Swain, Justin Weaks, and Michael Kevin Darnall about a play whose title is a statistic about gay Black men and HIV.

Winners of Broadway League's 2023 League Awards Announced by Andrew Gans

The awards celebrate industry professionals whose achievements contribute to the success of Broadway on the road.

‘Beetlejuice’ brings death to life at the National Theatre by D.r. Lewis

What the show lacks in memorable tunes, it makes up for in nonstop, raunchy, laugh-out-loud comedy.

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Star Peppermint Talks ‘Transparent’ Musical, Anti-LGBTQ Legislation and Wanting to Compete on ‘All Stars’ by Marc Malkin

Peppermint wants back on “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” She famously was runner-up in Season 9 when Sasha Velour took the crown after her iconic rose petal-filled finale lip sync. “I would lo…

Why Rewrite Shakespeare Into Modern English? Why Not, Says Playwright Hansol Jung by Diep Tran

Jung’s modern version of Romeo and Juliet is currently running Off-Broadway with the National Asian American Theatre Company.

Dave Harris, Marc Shaiman, More Win 2023 Dramatists Guild Awards by Logan Culwell-Block

Harris' Horton Foote Award recognizes a dramatist producing work that explores what it means to be human.

Yann Windey Uses CHAUVET Professional to Reflect Magic of Working Class Heroes’ Nerdland by Michael Eddy

Since recent reviews of the Nerdland Festival in Wachtebeke, building on the enthusiasm of nerds of all ages, were universally positive, it was decided a spectacular show at the Lotto Arena …

New Musical THE DAYS BEYOND TODAY to Have Industry Presentations at Theater 555

Producer Eric Krebs and Michael Roberts will present industry presentations of “The Days Beyond Today,” a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Michael Roberts (Golf: The Mus…

THE DEMOCRACY PROJECT by Michael R. Jackson, Larissa FastHorse, Bruce Norris & More to Premiere at Federal Hall

Federal Hall Conservancy and National Park Service will present their production of The Democracy Project, a new site-specific play at Federal Hall National Memorial.

Hadestown (Chicago)

Broadway Licensing Adds Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical to Catalog by Logan Culwell-Block

Adapted from Jeff Kinney's popular children's book series, the musical premiered at Minnesota's Children's Theatre Company in 2016.

Photos: Marc Shaiman, Dave Harris and More Receive Dramatists Guild Awards

See photos from the Dramatist Guild Awards.

A Revolution in Governance by Jaan Whitehead

By Jaan Whitehead. Jaan Whitehead examines the history of boards in the theatre sector and argues for a better way to approach governance, including through changes to a board’s membership…

WASTED explores “Chicago’s grimiest history” to a house and disco beat by Yasmin Zacaria Mikhaiel

Free Street produces some of the most powerful youth-made performances in the city and their current production, WASTED, continues that 50-plus-year legacy. The FST’s Youth Ensemble brings…

Whitman in Love

Stage Managers Association Awards 4 Grants by American Theatre Editors

The foundation's first 4 grants have been awarded to projects by Ebony Road Players, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Brídín Clements Cotton, and Olivia Rose.

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, May 18-24, 2023 by Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller rounds up the week, with selections from the African American Museum of Philadelphia, the Mann, drag queen Sasha Velour, and a special edition of Vinyl Tap 215.

Jessica Chastain & Arian Moayed to Co-Host Ham4Ham With Lin-Manuel Miranda This Friday

Jessica Chastain and Arian Moayed from A Doll's House will be co-hosting a Ham4Ham show with Lin-Manuel Miranda this Friday, May 19th. 

Review: Gender-expansive ‘1776’ at Broadway San Jose indicts Congress in 2023 by Lily Janiak

Jeffrey L. Page and Diane Paulus’ production dispels the old boys’ club with multiracial female, nonbinary and trans performers. 

Iolanthe, The Handmaid's Tale, More in English National Opera's 2023-24 Season by Natan Zamansky

The season will include performances of nine operas at the London Coliseum.

Check Out New Production Photos of Broadway's MJ the Musical, Now Starring Elijah Rhea Johnson by Andrew Gans

Johnson succeeded Tony winner Myles Frost in the title role of the hit musical April 4 at the Neil Simon Theatre.

BSR Classical Music Interludes, May 2023, part 2 by Gail Obenreder

Gail Obenreder previews the rest of May’s classical music offerings, with events from Astral Artists, Artcinia, Orchestra 2001, Lyric Fest, and Relâche.

Don’t stop believing by Kerry Reid

Imagine if Harper, the Valium-addicted Mormon wife in Angels in America who imagines herself in Antarctica, actually met famous explorer Ernest Shackleton through some rift in the time-space…

The return of the Jewish New Media Festival by Stephen Silver

The festival is back after a four-year hiatus, with Kosha Dillz and Karen Cinnamon leading the way. Stephen Silver previews.

Everybody Can't Stop The Feeling Remix | & Juliet Broadway by & Juliet Broadway

Remixed by Anna van Grimbergen, Produced by Max Martin.

Story of the Week: The Tony Awards Telecast Will Proceed, Despite Writers’ Strike

Photos: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Company Poses at 1999 New Jersey Prom Party

See photos of the cast of Kimberly Akimbo at a 1999 New Jersey Prom party!

‘Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas’: Jim Henson’s puppets are coming to Chicago for the holidays by Chris Jones

The newly renovated Studebaker Theater on Michigan Avenue has snagged a high-profile Christmas show.

Let's Laugh More: Exploring the Relationship Between Disability and Humor by Lincoln Center

Presented in partnership with ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York Since launching the disability satire publication, The Squeaky Wheel, Steven Verdile has joined numerous podcasts and int…

Defying fate by Boutayna Chokrane

Step into the Aztec Empire during the 16th century, on the eve of a new millennium. City Lit’s world-premiere musical Aztec Human Sacrifice (written by Kingsley Day and Philip LaZebnik) te…

Theatre Review: ‘Finding Neil Patrick Harris’ presented by Nu Sass Productions by Anne Valentino

More intimate theatre spaces often lend themselves to a completely different type of performance experience. Such was the case when I attended Nu Sass Productions’ “Finding Neil Patrick …

Queer Singapore stories by Dan Jakes

Last year, speaking to a BBC reporter about the Singapore government repealing Section 377A, a colonialist-era holdover that criminalized gay sex, local LGBTQ+ historian Isaac Tng paraphrase…

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A Fright of a Night: Interview with Michael Biren of Beetlejuice by Debra Danese

Michael Biren always thought it would be possible to perform at the Academy of Music. The Cherry Hill, NJ native was exposed to the arts… The post A Fright of a Night: Interview with Mich…

Rich Aucoin

Bronzeville blues by Kerry Reid

A Bronzeville six-flat frames the sometimes melodramatic but compelling story in Tina Fakhrid-Deen’s Dandelions, now in a world premiere at MPAACT under the direction of Lauren Wells-Mann.…

A perfect Ten by Dmitry Samarov

What can you say in ten minutes? If the ten examples in the Gift’s triumphant return production of its long-running series are any indication, anything and everything.  Ten 2023 Through 5…

OTSL's 'Treemonisha' has roots in its mystical connections by Daniel Durchholz | Special To The Post-Dispatch

“Treemonisha” is about to receive its world premiere, opening Opera Theatre of St. Louis’ 2023 festival season.

Cougar The Musical

Born 50 Years Ago Today: Matthew McGrory, the World’s Tallest Actor by Trav S.D.

BOTD 50 years ago, Matthew McGrory (1973-2005), certified by the Guinness Book of World Records to have been the tallest professional actor in its annals (7′ 6″). Sadly, as you see, he i…

Prima Facie by Elyse Trevers

By definition, the legal term prima facie means the first impression, accepted as correct until proven otherwise. The theatrical term Prima Facie refers to an exciting one-woman play starrin…

Back to Broadway

KINKY BOOTS, FALSETTOS & More Among BroadwayHD's Pride Month Selections

BroadwayHD is delivering a variety of titles this June for viewers to stream featuring themes of acceptance, individuality, family dynamics, censorship, freedom of expression, and LGBTQ+ iss…

Get a 1st Look at Simon McBurney's New Die Zauberflöte at the Metropolitan Opera by Natan Zamansky

The Tony-nominated director's take on the Mozart opera opens at the NYC institution May 19.

Going to Edinburgh Fringe For the First Time? Edinburgh Fringe Society's Shona McCarthy Can Help by Margaret Hall

The world's largest arts festival can be overwhelming for first timers. Here's some advice.

Darius de Haas, Alex Newell, Bonnie Milligan, More Named Recipients of Actors' Equity Foundation Awards by Andrew Gans

Winners will be honored in June at a ceremony at the New York offices of Actors’ Equity Association.

Take a Look at 2023 Tony Nominee-Studded Night at the Pier Supporting Family Equality by Leah Putnam

Gathering support to fight anti-LGBTQ+ bills, the evening was attended by Zac Posen, Stacey Stevenson, Katie Holmes, Deborah Harry, Harrison Ball, and many more.

Get a 1st Look at Regent's Park's Once On This Island, Starring Gabrielle Brooks by Logan Culwell-Block, Leah Putnam

The Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty musical tells the tale of a Caribbean island country girl named Ti Moune who falls in love with an aristocrat.

Alex Newell, Bonnie Milligan, Darius de Haas & More to be Honored With 2023 Actors' Equity Foundation Awards

The Actors’ Equity Foundation has announced its award recipients for 2023, including Alex Newell, Bonnie Milligan and more.

‘Comfortable is not good’: Kym Marsh on the horror of Hear’Say – and landing the Take That musical by Emine Saner

As she joins Greatest Days, the star from Wigan talks about the implosion of Hear’Say, 13 years in Corrie, tabloids raking through her bins – and not being able to afford nappies as a si…

HERE LIES LOVE Broadway Theatre Box Office to Open This Saturday

The Broadway Theatre box office will open this Saturday, May 20 for Here Lies Love, the groundbreaking musical from the minds of David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim. Learn h…

Alex Brightman, JMI, Nik Walker, Leslie Kritzer, Rob McClure, Michael Urie: SPAMALOT by bwaySHO

Bay Area Theatre Week is back. Here’s where to score $20 tickets by Lily Janiak

TodayTix and Theatre Bay Area’s promotion offers discounts to Ray of Light, BroadwaySF and many more.

The Mystery of Bob Saget by Trav S.D.

It’s been over a year since Bob Saget’s (1956-2022) sudden and bewildering passing, so I hope it’s not “too soon” (to use a phrase that bedeviled his professional compadres Gilbert…

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child | New West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Book tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child here: https://officiallondontheatre.com/show/harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-tickets-347931/?month=05%2F23&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=l…

David Cromer, Marin Ireland, and More to Perform Hyper-Intimate Uncle Vanya in Private Loft

The BSR Podcast, season 7, episode 7: PVLA celebrates 45 years of pro bono legal services by Alaina Johns

BSR is the media partner for the PVLA Arts Affair! Podcast host Darnelle sits down with PVLA leaders to find out how lawyers and artists empower each other, what services PVLA offers, and ho…

Our Theater is Fighting About Diversity. Who’s Right? by Kwame Anthony Appiah

The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on how to cast an upcoming rendition of “Fiddler on the Roof.”

News: National Philharmonic Announces 2023-24 Season by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

(NORTH BETHESDA, MD) — National Philharmonic (NatPhil) announced its 2023-2024 Season, which includes six classical programs conducted by Music Director Piotr Gajewski, one classical conce…

Broadway Review: “A Doll’s House” at the Hudson Theatre (Through Saturday, June 10, 2023) by David Roberts

Amy Herzog’s compelling new version of “A Doll’s House,” Jamie Lloyd’s transcendent direction (2023 Tony Nominee), and Soutra Gilmour’s carnal scenic design create the landscape …

Off-Broadway's Titaníque Reveals New Company by Leah Putnam

The parody musical has also extended its engagement for a fourth time.

David Cromer to Lead 'Hyper-Intimate' Production of Uncle Vanya in Private Manhattan Loft by Logan Culwell-Block

The all-star cast will also include Bill Irwin, Marin Ireland, Will Brill, Julia Chan, and more.

Video: Sean Hayes Reflects on the 20-Year Passion Project That is GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR

In this video, watch as Sean Hayes chats about how he got started in theatre, why this role means so much to him, and so much more.

OCC AWARDS by Barry Gordin

The Outer Critics Circle announced winners of the 72nd Annual OCC Awards honoring the 2022-23 Broadway and Off-Broadway Season. May 17, 2023: The Outer Critics Circle(OCC) announced the wi…

Tonys Encyclopedia: All the 2023 Tony-Nominated Performers’ Hometowns

To celebrate the 40 performers who earned a 2023 Tony nomination for their performances this season, we dug deep into the archives to find out where these performers call home.

Fast-paced laughs in ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ at Fauquier Community Theatre by Laura Mills

Unforgettable performances had the audience in stitches.

Q&A: Robert Bannon on Bringing His Pride Playlist Concert to 54 Below by Billy McEntee

The June 2 event at "Broadway's living room" promises gags and diva hits aplenty as Bannon serenades the crowd with tales and tunes. The post Q&A: Robert Bannon on Bringing His Pride Pla…

Review: After an opera about America's failings, Pittsburgh police disarm a man with a knife by Jeremy Reynolds / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Review: Stage Door’s “Peter and the Starcatcher” shines with heartfelt magic by Rachel Garbus

As a play based on a novel that is based on another... The post Review: Stage Door’s “Peter and the Starcatcher” shines with heartfelt magic appeared first on ARTS ATL.

Tony Nominee Katy Sullivan to Play Richard III in Upcoming Chicago Shakespeare Season

Celebs Presenting NY Drama Critics’ Circle Awards by Sandi Durell

The New York Drama Critics’ Circle has announced that Carolee Carmello, Harvey Fierstein, Audra McDonald, Laurie Metcalf, and Brandon Uranowitz will be the presenters of its 2023 awards. T…

The Bridges of Madison County to Open 2023-24 Signature Season

Jeanine Tesori and David Lindsay-Abaire Break Down the Origin of Each Song in the Tony-Nominated Kimberly Akimbo by Jeanine Tesori, David Lindsay-Abaire

The Broadway musical's creators discuss the personal stories behind their score—including which song was inspired by too many tense holiday dinners.

Bernarda’s Daughters

KIMBERLY AKIMBO Launches The Great Adventure Grants

Recipient of eight Tony Award nominations including BEST MUSICAL, the critically-acclaimed new musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO will launch the Great Adventure Grants, a unique initiative that will f…

Could the Story of the Infamous Fyre Festival Come to Broadway?

Is the infamous story of the Fyre Festival headed to the Broadway stage? The festival's organizer Billy McFarland is out of prison after serving four years for fraud, and is now rounding up …

Jujamcyn and Pacific Indemnity Company Agree to End Litigation Over Coverage Claims

In March of this year, the court ruled on Jujamcyn Theaters' fight for covid-related insurance coverage. Now, under the stipulation filed May 11, both Jujamcyn and Pacific will bear their ow…

Love + Science

[Broadway Grosses w/ 5/14/2023] A new season by Mary

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending in... The post [Broadway Grosses w/ 5/14/2023] A new season first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Stand-Up Comics Are Asking, What’s So Funny About Grief? by Jason Zinoman

A new generation of stand-ups is mining the heartbreaking loss of a loved one for ambitious shows. How did we get here?

Nicole Parker, Lindsay Heather Pearce, Michael Williams, and More Join the Cast of TITANIQUE

An all new company will be boarding the 2023 Lortel Award-winning Best Musical Titanique,  the irresistibly funny and irreverent send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic, featuring the songs…

Audra McDonald, Harvey Fierstein, Laurie Metcalf, More to Present NY Drama Critics' Circle Awards by Leah Putnam

Brandon Uranowitz and Carolee Carmello have also been announced to participate.

Auli’i Cravalho and Matt Rawle to Star in Evita in Concert by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical will play two performances at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Ramin Karimloo, Aaron Tveit, Anthony Rapp, and More Will Put on Their Poker Faces for Broadway Bets by Meg Masseron

All proceeds from the casino-style event will benefit Broadway Cares.

Reviews: See What Critics Are Saying About King James Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

Manhattan Theatre Club presents the Rajiv Joseph play starring Glenn Davis and Chris Perfetti.

Paper Wing Theatre & Supper Club

Patti Bottino-Bravo: “Act 3”

Reba McEntire Wants Caroline Innerbichler to Play Her in a Biopic

Reba McEntire revealed who she would want to play her in a biopic, and it's one of Broadway's own!

Tonys Encyclopedia: All the 2023 Tony-Nominated Performers' Astrological Signs

A complete list of all the 2023 Tony-nominated performers' zodiac signs, with some fun facts thrown in.

Exclusive: ‘Kimberly Akimbo’ launches school grant initiative by Ruthie Fierberg

The Great Adventure Grants will fund three local high school musical theater productions next year.

Dance Out: Wonderland

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Ralph Lee, 87, Puppet Maker, Founder of Greenwich Village Halloween Parade by New York Theater

 Ralph Lee (July 9, 1935 – May 12, 2023) —  theater artist, Broadway veteran, the founder of the Greenwich Village Halloween Parade and the Mettawee River Theatre Company, and above al…

Understudy Max Chernin Will Be Leo Frank in Broadway's Parade May 19-20 by Meg Masseron, Logan Culwell-Block

Chernin is stepping in for the Jason Robert Brown and Alfred Uhry musical's Tony nominated star, Ben Platt.

Some Like It Hot, Leopoldstadt Among Outer Critics Circle Award Winners by Caitlin Hornik

The winners of the 2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards were announced on May 16. Broadway’s Some Like It Hot took home the most awards of all productions with five wins. In addition to Outsta…

Reba McEntire Wants Shucked's Caroline Innerbichler to Play Her in a Biopic by Meg Masseron

The beloved country star says that while seeing Shucked, Innerbichler "reminded" her of the often-asked question of who she'd cast as herself.

See New Rehearsal Photos of Free Shakespeare in the Park's Hamlet by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

Ato Blankson-Wood, Solea Pfeiffer, and John Douglas Thompson are among the actors joining the Kenny Leon-helmed summer production.

Max Chernin Will Play Leo Frank in PARADE This Weekend

Understudy Max Chernin will step into the role of Leo Frank in Parade on Broadway this weekend. In Ben Platt's absence, Chernin will play the role May 19 and 20.

KING JAMES Lands In Center Court — Review

Theatrely's Off-Broadway review of King James by Rajiv Joseph and directed by Kenny Leon, starring Glenn Davis and Chris Perfetti.

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 by Susan Grace

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DAVID YAZBEK AND THE BLUDEGEONEERS by Sandi Durell

By Ron Fassler . . . Among a few of my favorite things, besides raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, is when a composer sings their own songs. My admiration can range from a Billy Joe…

Alex Brightman, James Monroe Iglehart, Leslie Kritzer: SPAMALOT by bwaySHO

Alex Brightman, James Monroe Iglehart, Leslie Kritzer, Nik Walker, Rob McClure, Michael Urie & the cast / band of SPAMALOT perform, “Always Look On The Bright Side of Life” during curtai…

Lea Michele Out of Funny Girl For a Week With COVID by Meg Masseron, Logan Culwell-Block

Julie Benko and Ephie Aardema will take over the role of Fanny Brice until Michele returns.

Harvey Fierstein, Audra McDonald, and Laurie Metcalf Will Present New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards

The New York Drama Critics' Circle has announced that Carolee Carmello, Harvey Fierstein, Audra McDonald, Laurie Metcalf, and Brandon Uranowitz will be the presenters of its 2023 awards.

Spamalot post-SHO report! (Kennedy Center) by bwaySHO

@bwaySHO shares her post-sho thoughts at this star-studded SPAMALOT #SHOontheRoad #AlexBrightman #JMI

What to know about recent announcements in Seattle theater by Jerald Pierce

From season announcements and the Tony Awards to more leadership changes, there's plenty to look forward to as theater's 2023-24 season starts to take shape.

Auli'i Cravalho Will Star in EVITA Concert Performances in London This Summer

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award-winning Evita returns to the West End this summer in an all-star concert at the iconic Theatre Royal Drury Lane, accompanied by the 30-piece L…

Sally Phillips stars in the West End’s Bleak Expectations by Official London Theatre

Bleak Expectations are our Show Of The Week, with this week starring Sally Phillips, make sure you head down to the TKTS Booth or our website for up to 45% off on-the-day tickets! Get ticke…

Kizlar review – a dance of the warriors with hip-swinging swagger by Lyndsey Winship

Theatre Royal, BrightonCeyda Tanc’s all-female troupe put on a display of sass and self-possession as they redesign a traditional Turkish folk dance Some Turkish folk dances are only perfo…

Favorites, New and Newer: A Preview of Hubbard Street Dance’s “Facets” at the Harris Theater by Sharon Hoyer

Rennie Harris’ new piece, a tribute to Chicago House music and legendary DJ Frankie Knuckles, will appear alongside recent commissions from Hope Boykin, Randy Duncan, and a world premiere …

Lighting Veteran Koy Neminathan Joins Elation as New Director of Business Development  by Michael Eddy

Elation Professional announces that Koy Neminathan has joined the company as Director of Business Development. The accomplished industry veteran comes to Elation from lighting console manufa…

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Tony Awards Are Back on for June 11, Britney Spears Signed Off on ‘Once Upon a One More Time,’ Musical Theatre Category on ‘Jeopardy!’ “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday thro…

REVISITING THE OCR: Whistle Down the Wind (Original London Cast, Disc One) by JK

DON'T FORGET TO VOTE FOR THE 2023 JKTS AWARDS! https://poll-maker.com/QB3CP01KY REVISITING THE OCR: Whistle Down the Wind (Original London Cast, Disc One) Jeff has kindly invited me to r…

Claypaky Names Inner Circle Distribution (ICD) as Exclusive U.S. Distributor and Service Network Partner by Michael Eddy

Claypaky, a leading innovator in lighting technology, and Inner Circle Distribution (ICD), a respected distributor within the film, production, and entertainment sectors, proudly announce a …

We countdown the best Les Mis songs by Kitty Underwood

See what the OLT office thinks are the best Les Mis songs - do you agree? Of course the best Les Mis songs are live Les mis songs so grab your tickets here! The post We countdown the best Le…

The arts in Britain are teetering on the brink. Here is my plan to save them | Nicholas Hytner by Nicholas Hytner

The Arts Council should focus on high-quality performances while a new body deals with community-based initiatives The great conductor Simon Rattle hit a nerve when he talked about the recen…

REVIEW: How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying, Southwark Playhouse ✭✭✭ by Libby Purves

By Libby Purves Our very own theatreCat Libby Purves reviews How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying now playing at Southwark Playhouse. This post REVIEW: How To Succeed In Business…

Photos/Video: Rita Moreno Visits THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW

 Last night, EGOT winner Rita Moreno attended Lorraine Hansberry’s The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window after originating the role of “Iris” in the original Broadway production …

Wake Up With BWW 5/17: Outer Critics Circle Awards, Plus a Message From Natasha Yvette Williams!

Top stories: Full list of Outer Critics Circle Award winners, plus watch an exclusive video message from Natasha Yvette Williams in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

In Broadway’s ‘Grey House,’ Something Nightmarish This Way Comes by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Levi Holloway on his psychological thriller starring Laurie Metcalf: “It wears the jacket of horror. But I think it’s more heart than horror.”

Allan Harris at Chelsea Table + Stage by Andrew Poretz

By Andrew Poretz … Singer, guitarist and songwriter Allan Harris brought his golden baritone and his matching gold guitar to Chelsea Table + Stage for a grade-A set of jazz standards, Nat …

HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Southwark Playhouse, SE1 by Libby Purves and Friends

   BACK TO THE OFFICE, EVERYONE!       There is, by chance a bit of a Thing going on in theatre right now:  women playing a particularly alpha type of men, with glee and an unnerving s…

Sophia Bush condemns man caught taking photos in West End dressing room by Tom Murray

‘It colours a beautiful night with something ugly and scary and sad,’ Bush said

MOULIN ROUGE Dazzles in Durham by Kim Jackson

Read Kim Jackson's review of the national tour of MOULIN ROUGE. The post MOULIN ROUGE Dazzles in Durham appeared first on Beltline to Broadway.

Thousands of students celebrate DreamBIG Children’s Festival by Aussie Theatre

More than 1500 students from 17 schools across South Australia will celebrate the opening of DreamBIG Children’s Festival today, in

On the Couch with Bianca Bruce

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THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY to return to Australia by Aussie Theatre

Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel

Australian talent helped onto the world stage

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Goofs, gags, and great performances in ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ at Kennedy Center by Megan Wills

The Broadway Center Stage production of this hilarious musical is a joyful journey that will clip-clop its way into your heart.

We Come From Far, Far Away

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Lea Michele tests positive for COVID-19, will miss ‘Funny Girl’ performances by Caitlin Hornik

The musical revival continues its run at the August Wilson Theatre through Sept. 3.

Spamalot: The Kennedy Center: Bows & “Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life” by bwaySHO

Spamalot: The Kennedy Center: Bows & “Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life” Filmed & edited by @bwaySHO

Stand Back! American Repertory Theater Evita, Starring Shereen Pimentel, Begins May 17 by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Directed by Sammi Cannold, the Massachusetts run follows a staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical at New York City Center.

World Premiere of Wet Brain Is Taking Audiences to Outer Space Beginning May 17 by Leah Putnam

John J. Caswell, Jr.'s American family drama featuring alien abductions plays Off-Broadway's Playwrights Horizons.

Signature Theatre Gets Its Comeuppance Starting May 17 Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Eric Ting directs the world premiere from An Octoroon playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.

Opening May 17, Once On This Island at Regent's Park Stars Gabrielle Brooks by Leah Putnam

The Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty musical tells the tale of a Caribbean island country girl named Ti Moune who falls in love with an aristocrat.

Ruthie Henshall, Adam Garcia, More Lead U.K. 42nd Street Beginning May 17 by Andrew Gans

The production of the classic musical plays Leicester's Curve and London's Sadler’s Wells before embarking on a U.K. tour this summer.

Spamalot at the Kennedy Center - James Monroe Iglehart, Alex Brightman, Leslie Kritzer… by bwaySHO

"The Cotillion" Looks at the Very Complex Demands Put on Middle-Class Black Women by Jan Simpson

Regular readers will know that I usually post my reviews on Saturdays but I’m changing things up this week because the show I want to talk about has a short run and the performance I recen…

THE DANCE ENTHUSIAST ASKS: Joshua Beamish and Daniel Gwirtzman Embrace the Delicate Dance with Technology by The Dance Enthusiast

"Working with technology is incredibly expensive and time consuming. It's also a creative wonderland. If you can find the resources to innovate within these mediums and they are truly adding…

IMPRESSIONS: Zoe Jumabhoy “VERDICT” at Gibney by The Dance Enthusiast

Everybody Grab a Kazoo: Musician’s Union and HERE LIES LOVE Reach New Deal by Broadway Beat

by Mike Abrams. @thewrongcatdied. NEW YORK, NY - After intense negotiations, the American Federation of Musicians and David Byrne’s new...