How The Red Scare Led to Ren Faires by Joe Patti

The Smithsonian Magazine just published a pretty interesting story about how the proliferation of Renaissance Faires (RenFaire) in the US got their start due to artists being blacklisted dur…

Bite Me by Jk Clarke

By Samuel L. Leiter . . . Despite its title, don’t expect Bite Me, Eliana Pipes’s new Off-Broadway play at the WP Theater, to be about vampires (although there actually is a 2019 vampire…

Page 73 to Reunite World Premiere Cast of You Got Older for Benefit Reading by Molly Higgins

The one-night-only reading of Clare Barron's play will celebrate Page 73's 25th anniversary.

Funny Girl North American Tour | Preview by Broadwaysf

FUNNY GIRL is coming to the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco from April 30–May 26, 2024. WELCOME TO MUSICAL THEATER COMEDY HEAVEN! Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by …

The Sphere Experience Opens, Darren Aronofsky’s Film ‘Postcard from Earth’ Debuts by Michael Eddy

Sphere Entertainment Co. has debuted The Sphere Experience, a signature content category featured at Sphere – the next-generation entertainment medium that opened in Las Vegas last week, c…

Arts: 'My Fair Lady' highlights Shaw playbill for 2024 - Niagara Now

Arts: 'My Fair Lady' highlights Shaw playbill for 2024. Home » News. Shaw's artistic director Tim Carroll. DAVID COOPER. Niagara Now · email. October ...

How to Meet Broadway Stars After the Show - J Station X

Bring a Sharpie and Playbill: A sharpie pen and your Playbill are essential tools for meeting Broadway stars. They usually sign autographs on ...

Photos & Video: First Look at James Monroe Iglehart & More in A WONDERFUL WORLD

Get a first look at James Monroe Iglehart in A Wonderful World!

On the Red Carpet: How Many Braid Styles Can the Company of Jaja's African Hair Braiding Name? by Talaura Harms

Go inside opening night of the new Jocelyn Bioh play with a red carpet that welcomed Leslie Odom, Jr., Nicolette Robinson, Adrienne Warren, LaChanze, Taraji P. Henson, and more.

Suzan-Lori Parks’ Watch Me Work

By . Watch Me Work is a communal work session for anyone eager to nurture and sustain their creative process.

PRELUDE Festival 2023

By . PRELUDE is a place to discover what voices are shaping the future of theatre and performance in NYC, to observe, engage, commune, and critique.

PLAYWRIGHT JON FOSSE’S NOBEL PRIZE ANNOUNCES HIS OVERDUE ARRIVAL ON THE GLOBAL STAGE by Robert Shuman

(Philip Oltermann’s article appeared in the Guardian, 10/5; Photo: A serious contender for a good decade … the Guardian.) The critically acclaimed author is the first ever laureate in th…

Story | Anthony Rapp's Without You by Broadwaysf

Anthony Rapp’s WITHOUT YOU, coming to the Curran Theater in San Francisco from October 19–22, 2023, is a new musical based on the New York Times best-selling memoir of love, loss and the…

Rob Koenig Connects Metallica to Crowd with 144 CHAUVET Professional Color STRIKE Ms by Michael Eddy

Lighting Designer Rob Koenig deploys 144 Color STRIKE Ms from CHAUVET Professional in his rig for Metallica’s 'M72 World Tour'. The eight distinctive towers lend a dramatic flair to the pr…

Matthew Broderick, Julie Halston, Ann Harada, More Will Star in La Jolla World Premiere of Babbitt by Andrew Gans

Christopher Ashley will direct Joe DiPietro's new play.

Irish Rep Reveals All Female New Works Fall Festival by Margaret Hall

The Off-Broadway company will spotlight female playwrights in response to the gender equality referendum currently proposed in Ireland.

Photos and Video: Get a 1st Look at the National Tour of Funny Girl, Starring Katerina McCrimmon by Logan Culwell-Block

The Broadway revival embarked on a U.S. national tour last month.

Twisted by Scotty Bennett

It takes considerable skill for competent actors to play at being bad actors, and many of the cast members succeed. It is not a bad play, but the overarching problem with the show is that it…

Carrie Hope Fletcher to Join Darren Criss as Special Guest at London Palladium Concert

Carrie Hope Fletcher will join Darren Criss as special guest at the 2.30pm matinee performance of Darren Criss In Concert. Prepare to be spellbound as Carries joins Darren, Joey Richter and …

Matthew Broderick Will Lead BABBITT at La Jolla Playhouse

Matthew Broderick will lead the cast of the world-premiere production of Babbitt, by Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro (Memphis), adapted from the novel by Sinclair Lewis, choreographed by Step…

The People vs. Lenny Bruce by Barry Gordin

By: Alix Cohen October 6, 2023: Attorney Martin Garbus has argued cases involving first amendment, constitutional, criminal, copyright and intellectual property law. Among his impressiv…

Matthew Broderick, Anna Chlumsky, and More Lead Babbitt Stage Adaptation

Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night

It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!

Where to start with: Jon Fosse by Catherine Taylor

Having long been tipped as the next Nobel laureate, the Norwegian writer has this year been awarded the prize. For those new to the acclaimed playwright and novelist, here are some good ways…

BALANCE – The 12th Annual Touring Career Workshop Scheduled for November 14 in Nashville by Michael Eddy

The 12th annual Touring Career Workshop (TCW) will be held Tuesday, November 14, at the Soundcheck Annex in Nashville. Free event for the touring music industry offers expert advice on topi…

Audible Theater Continues To Be An Agent For Change by Jeryl Brunner

As Audible Theater celebrates its fifth anniversary, it continues its commitment to great storytelling and nurturing artists.

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 10/5/2023

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 10/5/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway by bwaySHO

I absolutely love this production of Merrily We Roll Along & would LOVE to help celebrate this Sunday!!! I’d love to cover it in an official capacity or join as a plus one! So here’s t…

Audra McDonald, Neil Patrick Harris & More to Narrate Disney's 2023 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT

Audra McDonald, Neil Patrick Harris, Jordan Fisher, Marlee Matlin, and more will serve as 2023 narrators for Disney World's annual Candlelight Procession. Each night in Epcot throughout th…

Lighting Designer Jamie Roderick Used zactrack for Skylight Music Theatre’s ‘SuperYou’ by Michael Eddy

New York-based Lighting Designer Jamie Roderick used the zactrack SMART automated follow system on the world premiere developmental presentation of 'SuperYou' produced by Skylight Music Thea…

Christie Display Solutions Elevate ‘Vogue’s’ 20th Anniversary in Portugal by Michael Eddy

Nearly 40 Christie® projectors and LCD displays brought to life the Vogue’s Iconic Party, held in September in Lisbon to celebrate the magazine’s 20th anniversary in Portugal, with tech…

American Idol Winner Nick Fradiani to Star in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical

Roberto Araujo Sets Green Room 42 Return With I Just Wanted You to Know by Logan Culwell-Block

The Mexican performer will sing songs by Stephen Sondheim, David Yazbek, Steven Lutvak, and more.

Carrie Hope Fletcher Will Join Darren Criss for London Palladium Concert by Andrew Gans

Fletcher will be the Glee star's special guest at the matinee performance.

First Look at the North American Tour of Funny Girl

Photos: Ben Stiller Visits THE SHARK IS BROKEN on Broadway

On Saturday, September 30, movie star Ben Stiller took his family to see The Shark Is Broken on Broadway at The Golden Theatre. He met up with stars Alex Brightman, Ian Shaw, and Colin Donne…

Review: Your fairy tale ending awaits at S.F. Playhouse’s backstage drama ‘Nollywood Dreams’ by Lily Janiak

Jocelyn Bioh’s West Coast premiere following Nigerian film in the 1990s is about romantic melodrama — both onscreen and off the set.

Solo Shows in Theater This Fall: Patrick Page, Isabelle Adjani and More by Elisabeth Vincentelli

For theatergoers who love uncrowded stages, the coming months bring a range of works, from musical comedies to Shakespearean dramas.

Anna Uzele, Colton Ryan, Susan Stroman, More Will Sign New York, New York CDs at The Drama Book Shop by Logan Culwell-Block

The John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Lin-Manuel Miranda musical released a cast album last month.

BroadwayHD Makes Deal With NBCUniversal to Stream THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: THE MUSICAL & More Live Musicals

Discover how BroadwayHD and NBCUniversal have teamed up to bring the excitement of live theater to your streaming devices. Find out how you can now enjoy the best Broadway shows from the com…

Photos: Get a Look at The Curtain's Jazz Age-Inspired Romeo & Juliet by Logan Culwell-Block

The new adaptation of the Shakespeare tragedy is directed and adapted by Sean Hagerty.

Hell is Empty: Patrick Page on Villains and Vices by Margaret Hall

Page is diving deep into Shakespeare’s villains in his solo show All The Devils Are Here.

Life Sucks. by Terry Morgan

The first time I encountered Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, I identified strongly with the title character, both with his frustrations and what he thought of as the tragedy of his life. As I got o…

Patti LuPone, Deborah Cox, Eric McCormack & More to Take Part Dramatists Guild Foundation 60th Anniversary Gala

Get ready for an unforgettable night as theater icons Patti LuPone, Deborah Cox, Eric McCormack, and more take the stage at the Dramatists Guild Foundation 2023 Gala. Join in for a star-stud…

Order Up at Clyde's! by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

What if the path to redemption starts with a damn good sandwich? At Clyde’s roadside sandwich shop, formerly incarcerated individuals cook up meals that range from sublime to soul-crushin…

Photos: Get a 1st Look at World Premiere of Bite Me, Opening Off-Broadway October 5 by Andrew Gans

Eliana Pipes' high school-set drama is directed by Rebecca Martínez.

Patti LuPone, Deborah Cox, Stephen Schwartz, More to Appear at Dramatists Guild Foundation Gala by Meg Masseron

This year's gala honors Pulitzer-winning playwright Lynn Nottage and philanthropist Leonard Majzlin.

For World Teachers Day: The One Who Changed My Life the Most by Trav S.D.

I swiped this particularly fabulous and glamorous photo of my high school theatre teacher off of social media. I hope she doesn’t mind, for it makes her look like a movie star. Her name is…

Master Juggler Jay Gilligan’s Reflex Kicks Off Tour in Manhattan

Cast Set for Reading of The Thing About Jellyfish by Andrew Gans

Tyne Rafaeli will direct Keith Bunin's new play, based on the novel of the same name.

Scott Bakula Will Return to the New York Stage in New Jason Robert Brown Musical by Talaura Harms

MCC Theater is presenting the world premiere work, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince.

Photos: Original PURLIE VICTORIOUS Cast Member Alan Alda Visits Broadway Revival Cast

Original Purlie Victorious cast member ALAN ALDA reunites with the Broadway revival cast in a special visit. Check out the photos and join in the excitement of this reunion at the Purlie Vic…

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING

It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White. …

Mind Mangler: A Night of Tragic Illusion

Laura Waldren wins Papatango new writing prize for Some Demon by Chris Wiegand

The playwright and actor’s debut drama about life on an eating disorder unit will have its world premiere at the Arcola theatre in London next summer The Papatango new writing prize has be…

WICKED to Celebrate 20th Anniversary with Specialty Cocktails and Themed Treats

To celebrate its upcoming 20th Anniversary on Monday, October 30th, the Broadway blockbuster WICKED is partnering with several local restaurants and bars with special WICKED-themed creations…

High Output Vari-Lite VL6500 Wash Stands up to Pyro on Disturbed’s ‘Take Back Your Life’ Tour by Michael Eddy

Show designer Scott Holthaus of Happy Machine Design wanted “a big and bright fixture” for metal band Disturbed’s 'Take Back Your Life' tour, and the Vari-Lite VL6500 Wash “checked a…

Oklahoma City University on LinkedIn: Meet the Finalists of Playbill and Prudential's Stages ...

Congratulations to OCU alums Brianna Kaleen and Chris Richie who were recently selected as finalists of Playbill and Prudential's Stages on ...

Shucked October 2023 Special Edition Playbill

This October 2023 Playbill is available exclusively to Shucked theatre patrons in the theatre and at the Playbill Store. Special Edition Playbills are ...

Review: Dicks: The Musical Is a Really Long Comedy Sketch

Introducing OneTrack by ETC by Michael Eddy

ETC introduces OneTrack by ETC, a versatile track lighting system, designed to deliver unparalleled flexibility, capability, and reliability for a wide range of installations. OneTrack by ET…

Nick Fradiani to Take Over as Younger Neil Diamond in A Beautiful Noise by Ruthie Fierberg

A Beautiful Noise, the Neil Diamond Musical has announced replacement casting for the lead role of Neil Diamond — Then. Nick Fradiani, who has been the alternate in the role since the show…

Scott Bakula, Hannah Cruz, Ben Levi Ross & More to Star in World Premiere of THE CONNECTOR Featuring Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown

Scott Bakula will star Off-Broadway in the world premiere musical The Connector, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince, featuring music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, and a book by Jonat…

BOO! The Players Theatre Short Play Festival 2023

Scott Finlay appointed President & CEO of Central City Opera by Osc Staff Report

Next up is search for an artistic director The post Scott Finlay appointed President & CEO of Central City Opera appeared first on OnStage Colorado.

Scott Bakula, Ben Levi Ross to Lead New Jason Robert Brown Musical The Connector

Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Broadway Review by Jonathan Mandell

Jocelyn Bioh’s inviting workplace comedy, presenting a day in the life of a hair braiding salon in Harlem, would be a shoo-in for two separate Tony Awards, if either existed – one for ha…

Cheyenne Jackson, Taylor Iman Jones, Alexis Michelle, More Lined Up for the 2023 Sing Out for Freedom Concert by Meg Masseron

Amber Ruffin will host the star-studded ACLU and NYCLU benefit.

Broadway's 2023 Halloween Week Performance Schedule Changes by James Miller

Several shows have canceled and/or added performances during the holiday week.

THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA - Sneak Peek! by Lincoln Center Theater

Get a sneak peek at THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA, a new musical coming soon to Lincoln Center Theater! A new musical by Michael John LaChiusa Directed/Co-Choreographed by Graciela Daniele Octobe…

Nick Fradiani to take over as younger Neil Diamond in ‘A Beautiful Noise’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The “American Idol” winner has been the alternate for the role since opening.

Video: HERE LIES LOVE Receives Mayoral Proclamation

Last night, October 4, the New York City Mayor’s Office honored Here Lies Love with a Mayoral Proclamation timed to Filipino American History Month (October) and celebrating the diversit…

Pam Tanowitz on SONG OF SONGS | New York City Center by New York City Center

Go behind the scenes with choreographer Pam Tanowitz, as she shares her creative process behind turning the Biblical love poem, Song of Songs, into an intimate and intricate dance work, alon…

Photos: First Look at Andrew Polec, Jordan Dobson, Olivia Puckett & More in HAIR at Two River Theater

Check out the first look photos of Andrew Polec, Jordan Dobson, Olivia Puckett, and more as they bring the iconic musical HAIR to life at Two River Theater. Get a sneak peek of the talented …

Review: The Pianist Fails to Give Its Harrowing Story Sufficient Exposition

Playwright Jon Fosse Awarded the Nobel Prize For Literature

The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2023 has been awarded to the Norwegian author Jon Fosse, “for his innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable”. Learn more about Fosse…

Scottish referendum astutely remembered in Group Portrait in a Summer Landscape

Peter Arnott’s intimate and articulate play is impressively staged at Edinburgh’s Royal Lyceum Theatre

Scott Bakula Sets New York Stage Return In New Off Broadway Musical ‘The Connector’ Directed By Daisy Prince

EXCLUSIVE: Scott Bakula will return to the New York stage this winter in an Off Broadway, world premiere production of the new musical The Connector, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince w…

Tony Yazbeck Directing Debra Messing, Jayne Houdyshell, More in Reading of Stage Fright by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Jed Seidel's comedy concerns an actor with stage fright and a murder that leaves cast and crew on edge.

Broadway Close Up Concert Series Will Celebrate Harold Prince, Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, More by Andrew Gans

Sean Hartley will host the three evenings, featuring an array of Broadway favorites.

Video: Broadway's Lorna Courtney and Betsy Wolfe Teach Elmo, Gabrielle, and Tango to 'Roar' by Talaura Harms

In a partnership with Sesame Workshop, & Juliet will donate a portion of proceeds to the organization's educational endeavors.

See Tituss Burgess, Meghan Picerno, Jelani Remy, More at A Tectonic Cabaret by Meg Masseron

Hosted by Jane Krakowski, the annual benefit concert for Tectonic Theatre Project offered a star-studded lineup of performers.

Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by Joseph Pisano

In 1961, Ossie Davis channeled the hurt of growing up in segregated Georgia into "Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through The Cotton Patch," humorously attacking the cause of his s…

NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Will Celebrate Cast Recording Release With a Signing at the Drama Book Shop

Colton Ryan, Anna Uzele, Susan Stroman and other cast members, will celebrate the recent release of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Original Broadway Cast Recording with a special CD signing event�…

Holidays in New York

‘American Idol’ Winner Nick Fradiani Joins Broadway’s ‘A Beautiful Noise’ As Neil Diamond

American Idol winner Nick Fradiani will take over the role of Neil Diamond this month from the departing Will Swenson in Broadway’s bio-musical A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical,…

Police Issue Statement Following Protest That Interrupted LES MISERABLES in London

Police have issued a statement following the interruption of a recent performance of Les Miserables in London.

The Cast Of Rent Play "Name That Song" | Stratford Festival 2023 by Stratford Festival

Can you Name That Song?! 🎶 Watch Nestor Lozano Jr., Lee Siegel and Erica Peck from this year's Rent, play a fun game of Name That Song. ➡️ Did you know!? #SFRent has been extended un…

Peppermint Will Be Honored at ACLU and NYCLU's SING OUT FOR FREEDOM; Full Lineup Revealed!

 The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) have announced the honoree, performers, and host of the 21st Annual “Sing Out For Freedom�…

Familial feminism in La Tía Mariela by Justice Petersen

Through spicy tales of gossip, beautifully passionate visuals of traditional music and dance of the Yucatán Peninsula, and witty dark humor, Conchi León’s renowned play La Tía Mariela r…

The Cottage Curtain Call on Broadway by bwaySHO

The Cottage Curtain Call on Broadway

Larry Fine: Profile of a Middle Stooge by Trav S.D.

A brief look today at Larry Fine (Louis Feinberg, 1902-1975), today known almost exclusively as the vaguely catatonic member of the Three Stooges with the Brillo pad on his head. Larry is of…

Theater review: ‘Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical’ an old-fashioned silly comedy at The Bushnell by Christopher Arnott

"Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical," at The Bushnell through Sunday, is a non-stop rush of jokes, songs, dances and a heartwarming message about family.

An Art Festival in Rwanda Converses with the Past and Celebrates Our Shared Present by Giulianna Marchese

By Giulianna Marchese. Giuliana Marchese discusses productions from the Ubumuntu Art Festival, which is held annually at the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Rwanda.

Photos/Video: First Look at the North American Tour of FUNNY GIRL

Hello, gorgeous! All new photos and video footage have been released from the North American Tour of Funny Girl. Check them out here!

American Idol Winner Nick Fradiani to Star in Broadway's A Beautiful Noise by Margaret Hall

Fradiani previously performed as the alternate peak career Neil Diamond in the biographical musical.

Make Me Gorgeous!, The True Story of Kenneth 'Mr. Madam' Marlowe Sets Off-Broadway Premiere by Andrew Gans

Wade McCollum will star as the trans LGBTQ+ trailblazer.

Playwright Jon Fosse Wins Nobel Prize for Literature by Meg Masseron

Fosse is the second most-performed Norwegian playwright, behind Henrik Ibsen.

Madison Wells Live Presenting Industry Reading of ‘The Thing About Jellyfish’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Madison Wells Live will present a private industry reading of “The Thing About Jellyfish,” a new play by Keith Bunin based on the best-selling novel by Ali Benjamin. The reading wil…

What to see, do and hear: ASO, Poetry versus Hip-Hop, Little Amal, Living Walls and more by ArtsATL Staff

MUSIC The Kai Lin Art gallery will host the Emory Chamber Music... The post What to see, do and hear: ASO, Poetry versus Hip-Hop, Little Amal, Living Walls and more appeared first on ARTS AT…

Tony Yazbeck Will Direct Reading of STAGE FRIGHT Starring Debra Messing, Betsy Wolfe, and More!

 Tony Yazbeck will direct the industry presentation of Stage Fright, a new comedy by Jed Seidel on October 6, 2023. Learn more about the reading here!

After 25 years, ‘The Laramie Project’s powerful message about intolerance is as relevant as ever by Eric Fitzgerald

Arvada Center production does justice to Moises Kaufman’s play about the death of Matthew Shepard The post After 25 years, ‘The Laramie Project’s powerful message about intolerance is …

Filmed Stage Production of SWEENEY TODD Will Air on TCM

The 1982 filmed stage production of Sweeney Todd will be shown on TCM this month, just in time for spooky season! The production, starring Angela Lansbury and George Hearn will air on Octob…

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE REFUGE PLAYS

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Worksho…

Photos: The Cast and Creatives Arrive at Opening Night of Roundabout's THE REFUGE PLAYS

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Worksho…

Video: Tony Winner Glynis Johns Reflects on Her Career on Her 100th Birthday

Tony Award winning stage and screen actor Glynis Johns is celebrating her 100th birthday today, October 5. In a new segment on ABC 7 she reflects on her career amidst this important birthda…

As it turns 60, the National Theatre must balance past and present by Michael Billington

The NT has a civic duty to revive woefully neglected plays from the world repertory. Doing so will make modern drama stronger Writing about the National Theatre on its 50th anniversary, I sa…

Theatre News: Little Theatre of Alexandria Announces Its 2024-2025 Season by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Alexandria, VA—Observing the anniversary of its 90th year, The Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) will take on a wide range of topics and issues in its productions and staged readings duri…

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, October 5, 2023 by Susan Grace

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National Alliance for Musical Theatre Announces Lineup for 2023 Fall Conference by Molly Higgins

The conference, titled New Musicals on the Horizon, is set for October 24-25.

Get a 1st Listen to Stephanie J. Block's 'Sleigh Ride,' From Upcoming Holiday Album by Logan Culwell-Block, Andrew Gans

The new recording will feature duets with husband Sebastian Arcelus and their daughter and a new song penned by David Zippel.

Vintage Theatre actors enthrall us in the Kit Kat Klub | Review by Lisa Kennedy

Sex -- winked at or engaged in — has occupied the center of “Cabaret” since its 1966 Broadway premiere and onward to Bob Fosse’s classic 1972 film version.

AGE Legacy Playwright Grant Recipients Announced by American Theatre Editors

Mildred Lewis, DeLanna Studi, and Hope Villanueva will each receive $10,000 to support their acclaimed but under-produced work.

BETTY BUCKLEY RECEIVES LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD by Sandi Durell

By Brian Scott Lipton . . . On Monday, October 4, Tony Award winner Betty Buckley received the American Songbook Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award at their annual gala, held at Merk…

Theatre Review: ‘Think Pink! A Gay Play Festival’ presented by Pink Pen Theatre at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church by Max Garner

For many years the short play form has been a well-respected point of entry into writing for the stage. In the late 20th century, The Humana Festival popularized a sub-genre: the ten-minute …

FUNNY GIRL on Tour: Show Clips by Funny Girl On Broadway

WELCOME TO MUSICAL THEATER COMEDY HEAVEN! Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, a revised book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classi…

On the Couch with Jaya Berged

The post On the Couch with Jaya Berged appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Rosie Jones: Triple Threat review – sly gags delivered with a wicked grin by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonThe comedian launches her campaign to become a national treasure with a show that has charm, smut, irony and laughs in equal measure Rosie Jones was going to write a gag-…

Andrew Keenan-Bolger Hosts Dracula, the Podcastula for Broadway Podcast Network Beginning October 5 by Logan Culwell-Block

The weekly series is a companion podcast to Off-Broadway's Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors.

Ringing Out the The Bell Sisters by Trav S.D.

The Bell Sisters, like the Clooney Sisters, were originally from Kentucky. The duo consisted of Cynthia (b. 1935) and Kay (b. 1940. Their given name was Strother; Bell was their mother’s m…

Music – Cabaret – Theater News by Jk Clarke

Broadway Sings Queen – join Broadway talents including Christine Dwyer (Wicked, Waitress), Tony Nominee Constantine Maroulis (Rock of Ages), and Keri René Fuller (Six, Jagged Little Pill)…

Nick Fradiani Will Take Over as 'Neil Diamond - Then' in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE

 “American Idol” winner Nick Fradiani will star on Broadway as Neil Diamond – Then in A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical starting Tuesday, October 31 at the Broadhurst …

The Story of Cerberus: A Very Good Boy

The post The Story of Cerberus: A Very Good Boy appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Renée Elise Goldsberry is ‘already proud’ of Hamilton castmate Leslie Odom, Jr. by bwaySHO

On a Highway to Hell: A Review of “Eurydice” at Writers Theatre by Tristan Bruns

Ruhl’s “Eurydice” combines ancient storytelling and classic characters with Nietzschean undertones of self-actualization to create a truly moving experience.

Little-known theater jobs: sound engineer by Ruthie Fierberg

At “SIX,” Jana Hoglund is responsible for mixing the musical — but what exactly does that mean?

Today on Broadway: Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Tony Awards Announce Date, New Venue; Alicia Keys’ ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ Aiming for Broadway; Music Videos from ‘Only Murders in the Building’ “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Mond…

Les Miserables and Hamilton extend West End runs til September 2024 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Hit long-running musicals Hamilton and Les Miserables have announced they will extend their West End runs through 28 September 2024. This post Les Miserables and Hamilton ext…

How Do You Cast School Plays? by Kevan Dunkelberg

Casting a school production throws up a host of tricky questions and issues that can be hard to navigate. How do you support your students, make it fair, and achieve the best possible produc…

Jon Fosse wins the 2023 Nobel prize in literature by Ella Creamer

The Norwegian author of novels, short stories and Pinteresque drama was praised by the judges for ‘giving voice to the unsayable’ • Follow our Nobel Prize live blog The Nobel prize in …

‘Deeply shocked’ National Theatre Wales may close in six months after funding cut by Chris Wiegand

The Arts Council of Wales has withdrawn its long-term financial support of the English-language theatre company National Theatre Wales (NTW) has warned that it will be forced to close in six…

Big Dyke Energy

The post Big Dyke Energy appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

‘Dicks: The Musical’ Review: Hitting High Notes, Going Lowbrow by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Larry Charles’s musical comedy is so hellbent on being outrageous that it just ends up being tiresome.

In anti-drag Texas, ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ is now a political act by Peter Marks

A state law seeking to bar anyone under 18 from “sexually oriented” live shows content has a chilling effect

WICKED flies into in Melbourne in 2024

The post WICKED flies into in Melbourne in 2024 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Fright zones: Halloween haunts and thrills begin in Western Pa. by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

After years of high turnover, arts nonprofits are raising staff wages to compete by Jeremy Reynolds / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Theater Review: THE TRAVELERS (Latino Theatre Co. & Magic Theatre at the Los Angeles Theater Center) by Lawrence Lucero

WHY ARE THE TRAVELERS NOT MOVING? The calendar listings for Luis Alfaro‘s The Travelers, currently playing at the Los Angeles Theatre Center, say “We are all travelers, Brother. Our jou…

Boards trodden by Shakespeare found under floor of Norfolk guildhall by Harriet Sherwood Arts and Culture Correspondent

Oak floorboards discovered at St George’s Guildhall, King’s Lynn, believed to be only surviving stage from Shakespeare’s time Boards trodden by the Bard have been discovered under laye…

Just Stop Oil protest disrupts Les Misérables performance in London by Jane Clinton

Five arrested after group members storm production, unveiling banners and locking themselves to stage Five people have been arrested after Just Stop Oil protesters disrupted a performance of…

The Motive And The Cue | 2023/24 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Sam Mendes directs Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton, Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Tuppence Middleton as Elizabeth Taylor, in this fierce and funny new play by Jack Thorne, offering a glimps…

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 05th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 5, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to partner with autism organisation by Aussie Theatre

Disney Theatrical Productions is proud to be partnering with Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), the Capitol Theatre and Ticketmaster to offer

The Channel announces the latest PLAY program, including Melbourne International Jazz Festival workshops and panels by Aussie Theatre

New workshops, panels and master classes have been added to Arts Centre Melbourne’s public arts knowledge sharing program, PLAY, dedicated

West End theatre issues statement after Just Stop Oil storm Les Miserables by Roisin O'Connor

Five people were arrested after protestors invaded the stage at the Sondheim Theatre

Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Broadway Montage by NewYorkTheater

A minute of moments (wordlessly presented) from the new Broadway play by Jocelyn Bioh

Treason the Musical UK Tour | Tickets and Venues by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The plotters have been assembled and rehearsal images released for the full staged world premiere of the Treason the Musical UK Tour. This post Treason the Musical UK Tour | …

Opera Australia brings two spectacular productions to Brisbane this December by Aussie Theatre

The Ring Cycle: World’s first fully digital Ring Cycle to make its premiere in Brisbane this December 1-21 Dec 2023

Casey Nicholaw looks back on his legacy of toe-tapping musicals on Broadway - YouTube

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Robyn Archer: An Australian Songbook – Belvoir St Theatre by Aussie Theatre

National treasure, icon of the Australian stage, and Belvoir royalty, Robyn Archer, makes her long awaited return to Belvoir St

The Memory of Water by Aussie Theatre

Ensemble Theatre is delighted to present English playwright Shelagh Stephenson’s Olivier Award winning comedy  The Memory of Water, a poignant

The Cottage Review, Darling by bwaySHO

Kara Young is Victorious on Broadway by bwaySHO

Kara Young chats with Shoshana / @bwaySHO at the Purlie Victorious Opening Night red carpet. See Kara, Leslie Odom, Jr. and the cast of @PurlieBway and find out why it's one of the best Br…

Mohamed-Zain Dada’s Debut Play Blue Mist Begins Performances October 5 by Meg Masseron

Milli Bhatia will direct the work following a journalist who sells out his own community.

Roundabout Theatre Company's Covenant Begins Previews Off-Broadway October 5 by Andrew Gans

Tiffany Nichole Greene directs York Walker's suspenseful world premiere.

West End Return of Noises Off, Starring Felicity Kendal, Opens October 5 by Andrew Gans

Lindsay Posner directs the Michael Frayn comedy.

DANCE NEWS: Leela Dance Collective Raises $1 Million as First Ever Endowment to Support Kathak Dance & Music in the U.S. by The Dance Enthusiast

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas? Not According to Yelp Reviews by Broadway Beat

by Garrett Brown. @garrettbrownproductions. GILBERT, TX. – A shocking investigation out of Texas today revealed that the Chicken Ranch,...

DAY IN THE LIFE OF DANCE: DraftWork at Danspace Curated by Ishmael Houston-Jones with Nicole Mannarino, Taylor Stanley, and ms. z tye by The Dance Enthusiast

 In DAY IN THE LIFE OF DANCE: DraftWork at Danspace Curated by Ishmael Houston-Jones with Nicole Mannarino, Taylor Stanley, and ms. z tye: "DraftWork .. is considered the heart of Danspace�…

IMPRESSIONS : Kitty Lunn and Infinity Dance Theater present "Frida Kahlo and the Dance with Death" at Theater for the New City by The Dance Enthusiast

IN IMPRESSIONS : Kitty Lunn and Infinity Dance Theater present "Frida Kahlo and the Dance with Death" at Theater for the New City" : At first glance, one might think Mexican painter Frida Ka…