Oh, Barry. Manilow’s overly earnest ‘Harmony’ arrives on Broadway. by Peter Marks

Barry Manilow always wanted to create a Broadway musical. “Harmony,” about a singing group disbanded by the Nazis, is no jukebox rehash of his hits.

‘Harmony’ Review: Barry Manilow Writes the (Broadway) Songs by Jesse Green

The pop star of the 1970s and ’80s crosses over to musical theater with a dark story about pop stars of the 1920s and ’30s.

Harmony: A Harmonious New Musical About Discordant 1930s Germany by David Finkle

★★★★★ Barry Manilow and Bruce Susskind create, Warren Carlyle choreograph-directs, and Chip Zien finally gets his leading-man moment The post Harmony: A Harmonious New Musical Abou…

‘Harmony’ Broadway Review: Barry Manilow Musical Finds Sweet Notes In Sour Era; Aubrey Plaza & Christopher Abbott Ignite ‘Danny And The Deep by Greg Evans

Broadway loves a recognizable name, a famous band or singer that can fuel a jukebox musical on nostalgia and familiar tunes. To its credit, Harmony isn’t that. If you’ve heard of the Com…

HARMONY, Finally On Broadway — Review

Theatrely's Broadway review of Harmony The Musical by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman which opened tonight at the Barrymore Theatre in New York City.

‘Harmony’ review: Barry Manilow’s Broadway musical is moving, but doesn’t quite sing by Johnny Oleksinski

While “Harmony” is about a sextet of singers whose voices blend like milk and coffee, its elements do not similarly fuse into a cohesive and satisfying musical.

Review: ‘Harmony’ opens on Broadway with music by Barry Manilow — in a potent moment for a story of a 1930s singing group by Chris Jones

Here was a band that could have represented Germany at its best, a combination of Jews and Gentiles singing in perfect harmony.

HARMONY on Broadway by Sandi Durell

Theater Review by Carol Rocamora . . . . He writes the songs that make the whole world sing. And now he’s written a musical that will make the world remember.  Decades ago, singer/compose…

Harmony: Superb Singing Marks Barry Manilow’s Long-Delayed Broadway Debut as Composer by Sandy MacDonald

★★★★☆ A singing sextet in pre-WWII Berlin wows the cabaret crowd — but proves powerless against the Gestapo The post Harmony: Superb Singing Marks Barry Manilow’s Long-Delayed …

Harmony review – Barry Manilow’s Broadway musical lacks magic by Jesse Hassenger

Ethel Barrymore Theatre, New York The period musical about a German singing group stumbles to the big stage after a troubled decades-long journey, arriving a little worse for wear Harmony, a…

Harmony Broadway Review by New York Theater

When Barry Manilow’s musical finally debuted in New York last year, I was thrilled. I had just one small reservation. On my second viewing of “Harmony,” which opens tonight on Broadway…

Harmony on Broadway by NewYorkTheater

A minute of moments from Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's new Broadway musical "Harmony," about the German singing group in the 1930s, the Comedian Harmonists, half Gentile, half Jew

Reviews: What Are Critics Saying About Harmony on Broadway? by Logan Culwell-Block

Chip Zien, Sierra Boggess, and Julie Benko star in the new Barry Manilow-Bruce Sussman musical at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.

Review Roundup: HARMONY Opens On Broadway! See What the Critics Are Saying!

The new Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman musical Harmony opens on Broadway tonight. Read the reviews!

International star Audra McDonald returns to Australia in 2024

The post International star Audra McDonald returns to Australia in 2024 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Most Australians agree: arts and culture are good for us

The post Most Australians agree: arts and culture are good for us appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Review: Barry Manilow Writes the Songs That Make ‘Harmony’ Sing by David Cote

The story of the Comedian Harmonists—the German (and Jewish) singing sensations forced to break up due to the Third Reich—is told in this amiable if derivative musical.

Sabbath’s Theater by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Philip Roth’s 1995 Rabelaisian novel "Sabbath’s Theater" would seem a strange choice for stage adaptation both as it is considered Roth’s raunchiest – if not filthiest – book and i…

Meet the Cast: Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by TDF

Look for tickets on tdf.org and at TKTS!

Drama League Embrace The Season Gala by bwaySHO

2024 Jimmy Awards sets date by Ruthie Fierberg

The National High School Musical Theatre Awards will return to the Minskoff Theatre.

Special Episode: Jasmine Forsberg on the Curveballs of ‘SIX,’ ‘Here Lies Love,’ 54 Below Solo Debut by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with a very busy up-and-coming star of the Broadway stage, Jasmine Forsberg. Not only is she getting ready to wrap up the Broadway run …

Broadway makes powerful showing at 2023 Clio Entertainment Awards celebrating achievement in advertising by Michael Abourizk

“Shucked” wins Grand Clio Award, “& Juliet” and “Grey House” take home two honors each. 

Theatre Review: ‘R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots)’ presented by the USNA Masqueraders by Susan Brall

“R.U.R.” was written by the Czech writer, Karl Čapek, in 1920 when the world was still reeling from World War I and the Russian Revolution. Large companies aided by assembly lines, elec…

Photos: Inside Opening Night of HELLO, DOLLY! at the Renaissance Theatre Starring Jennifer Simard, Jeff Richmond, and More

See photos of opening night of Hello, Dolly! at the Renaissance Theatre starring Jennifer Simard, Jeff Richmond, and more!

Theatre Review: ‘Wednesdays in Mississippi’ presented by Pipeline Playwrights at Joe’s Movement Emporium by Anne Valentino

Nicole Burton’s “Wednesdays in Mississippi” depicts a snapshot of the Civil Rights movement as experienced by a group of women from northern regions of the country who traveled to citi…

Shirley Jo Finney, 74, Dies; Addressed the Black Experience Onstage by Richard Sandomir

After an acting career that included playing the Olympic sprinter Wilma Rudolph in a TV movie, she became known as a director for her work at regional theaters.

Video: Hear Timothée Chalamet Sing 'Pure Imagination' in New WONKA Preview

A new promo for Wonka has been released, featuring a first listen to Timothée Chalamet singing 'Pure Imagination.' While 'Pure Imagination' is from the original Willy Wonka & the Choco…

Sad Boys in Harpy Land Review by New York Theater

Alexandra Tatarsky’s solo show should probably come with a warning. This is not because she keeps on taking things out of her crotch, including a Styrofoam head to which she’s apparently…

Theatre Review: ‘Strong Wind’ presented by Scena Theatre at The DC Arts Center by Mari Fluegeman

The wind does not so much howl as scream at the start of “Strong Wind” by Jon Fosse at Scena Theatre. This is Scena’s third Fosse production, and the first since he won the 2023 Nobel …

Arcadia by Sarah Downs

I had one of those tingly New York theater experiences last Friday night.  You know the kind -- you walk into an unprepossessing theater space, not sure what to expect, and witness some ast…

Every Broadway Actor in THE GILDED AGE Season Two

The Gilded Age has returned for season two with a fresh lineup of Broadway stars! The first season of Julian Fellowes' series featured over 60 Broadway alums, including Audra McDonald, Natha…

Father and Daughter DeVito in “I Need That” by Philip

I became an ardent fan of playwright Theresa Rebeck in 2007 with “Mauritius,” her Broadway debut. About a disputed inheritance of that British colony’s rare and extremely valuable 1847…

Florencia Iriondo's South Will Stream Free 1 Day Only by Meg Masseron

The new musical won the 2023 Pipeline Arts Foundation Award for New Musical Theatre.

Majkin Holmquist's Stargazers To Play Off-Broadway Debut by Margaret Hall

Set at a haunted family farm, the comedy aims to illuminate the tensions underlie our polarized society.

Final casting announced for Broadway bow of ‘Prayer for the French Republic’ by Michael Abourizk

The Joshua Harmon play will open Jan. 9 at Manhattan Theatre Club’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

Joan Jara, British dancer and Victor Jara’s widow, dies aged 96 by John Bartlett In Santiago

The human rights activist died two weeks before her husband’s killer is due for extradition from US to Chile The British dancer, choreographer and human rights activist Joan Jara, widow of…

BSR Behind the Scenes: what does public relations have to do with arts journalism? by Alaina Johns

What does arts journalism have to do with PR? As arts writers and editors, we often work closely with PR people. How do we collaborate? And what are the boundaries between our roles? Alaina …

Hershey Felder Will Be George Gershwin Alone to Benefit Entertainment Community Fund by Andrew Gans

The one-night-only performance will play New York's The Town Hall.

Photos: Jeremy O. Harris, Marisa Tomei, More Come Out to See Colman Domingo in Rustin by Logan Culwell-Block, Talaura Harms

Five-time Tony winner George C. Wolfe directs the film, executive-produced by Barack and Michelle Obama.

Steve Martin to be the voice of God in ‘Spamalot’ by Ruthie Fierberg

Monty Python’s Eric Idle announced the casting on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”

I Need That | "Danny DeVito is A Certifiable Gem" by Roundabout Theatre Company

From playwright Theresa Rebeck and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel–the creative team behind Bernhardt/Hamlet–comes Broadway’s #1 new play: I Need That, a hilarious and human play about…

I Need That | Now Through December 30 by Roundabout Theatre Company

From playwright Theresa Rebeck and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel–the creative team behind Bernhardt/Hamlet–comes Broadway’s #1 new play: I Need That, a hilarious and human play about…

Upcoming New York Premiere of Manahatta Extends Off-Broadway at The Public Theater by Logan Culwell-Block

The new play from Mary Kathryn Nagle begins performances November 16, with Laurie Woolery at the helm.

10 Revelations About Barbra Streisand From My Name is Barbra by Meg Masseron

What we learned from reading the EGOT winner's autobiography, such as when she asked Stephen Sondheim to change "Send in the Clowns" for her.

How to Get $35 Lottery Tickets to Broadway's How To Dance in Ohio by Margaret Hall

Performances of the new musical will begin November 15 at the Belasco Theatre.

WALK ON THROUGH — Now Extended thru JAN 7! by MCC Theater

#gavincreel #newmusical #offbroadway #musicaltheatre WALK ON THROUGH: CONFESSIONS OF A MUSEUM NOVICE is extending by popular demand and must close JAN 7! Don't miss your chance to experie…

Public Theater Names 2023-25 Emerging Writers Group by American Theatre Editors

The 10 playwrights will receive staged readings of their work and a $10,000 stipend.

‘You can be big!’: Oakland Theater Project’s 2024 season helps us meet our moment by Lily Janiak

Plays by Tony Kushner, Martyna Majok and Michael Wayne Turner III continue the 12-year-old company’s proud tradition of staggering ambition.

The House of Baluyot: A Filipino Oresteia

Full Cast Set for Broadway Run of Prayer for the French Republic

Rinse, by Elaine Terranova by Anndee Hochman

Philly writer Elaine Terranova’s eighth book, Rinse, shows the author’s poetic sensibilities, with lyrical language that captures emotional tones and thrumming silences. Anndee Hochman r…

3rd Annual In Love and Struggle Series Headed Off-Broadway Via Audible THeater by Margaret Hall

This year’s theme is inspired by science fiction writer Octavia Butler and other futurists.

Get a 1st Look at Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The revival of John Patrick Shanley's play is now open at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

Hysteria or Healing? Examining the Power of the Shaking Body by Rachel Sherman and Lanna Apisukh

The artist Liz Magic Laser considers quaking as both a symptom and a cure for psychological distress in “Convulsive States” at Pioneer Works.

Photos: Bryan Cranston Hosts Celebrity Poker Tournament to Raise Funds for The Entertainment Community Fund

See photos from the Lights! Camera! Ante Up! Celebrity Poker Tournament.

‘We’re so lucky to have met her’: Anna Scher’s former students on their lessons in drama and life by Interviews By Chris Wiegand

Anna Scher, who has died aged 78, gave acting classes to countless young people at her north London theatre school. Gary Kemp, Jake Wood, Winsome Pinnock, Trevor Laird and Ricardo P Lloyd re…

Full Cast Set for the Broadway Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

The complete cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

STOMP by Mirvish Productions

STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique—an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of …

Gavin Creel Musical Walk On Through Gets Final Extension as Previews Begin Off-Broadway November 13 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony winner stars in his self-written musical inspired by his time wandering the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Broadway's Upcoming Prayer for the French Republic Finds Full Cast by Logan Culwell-Block

See who's completing the company of the Drama Desk-winning Joshua Harmon play for Manhattan Theatre Club.

Video: Watch Hannah Waddingham & Jason Sudeikis Perform 'Shallow' From A STAR IS BORN

Ted Lasso stars Hannah Waddingham and Jason Sudeikis reunited to perform 'Shallow' from A Star Is Born. Sudeikis originally set up the performance as if he would be singing with Will Forte…

The Philadelphia Jewish Film + Media Fall Fest presents Remembering Gene Wilder by Stephen Silver

The 2023 Philadelphia Jewish Film + Media Fall Fest opened with the local premiere of director Ron Frank’s Remembering Gene Wilder: a hugely enjoyable walk through the legendary actor’s …

The Effect by Steven Morris

Photo courtesy of Sixty-Six Productions The Effect Reviewed by Martίn Hernández Sixty-Six Productions at The Marilyn Monroe Theatre Through May 21 RECOMMENDED Welcome to The …

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO to Offer $35 Tickets as Part of Digital Ticket Lottery

How to Dance in Ohio will launch a digital lottery powered by Telecharge, starting at 12am on Tuesday, November 14 ahead of the show’s first preview performance on Wednesday, November 15…

Kevin Wynn, Choreographer of Complex Movement, Dies at 67 by Brian Seibert

He became known for his “layered movement dialogue” and was an uncommonly dedicated teacher who mentored students over decades.

Marquee Digital Launches 1st Annual Marquee Gives Back Competition

Marquee Digital has launched its first annual Marquee Gives Back Competition.

Halle Bailey Co-Wrote a New Song For THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical

Halle Bailey has co-written a new song for the upcoming movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple. The song, titled 'Keep It Movin',' is sung by Bailey as Nettie in the film, along with P…

Watch: Benjamin Pajak and Lily Bell Morgan Sing From New Musical Figaro by Logan Culwell-Block

T. Oliver Reid, Jayke Workman, Mauricio Martínez, and more co-star on the upcoming recording of Ashley Jana and Will Nunziata's new musical.

Dan Amboyer Replaces Barton Cowperthwaite in Off-Broadway's Lone Star by Andrew Gans

Joe Rosario directs the Ruth Stage production of James McLure’s dark comedy.

2024 Jimmy Awards Set June Date at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre by Logan Culwell-Block

The annual event celebrates the best in high school musical theatre.

15th Annual Jimmy Awards Will Return to Broadway's Minskoff Theatre

The 15th Annual Jimmy Awards will return to Broadway's Minskoff Theatre on Monday, June 24, 2024.

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The 15th Annual Jimmy Awards to Return in June 2024 at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre

The 15th annual Jimmy Awards will take place on Monday, June 24, 2024 at 7:30pm at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre, 200 West 45th Street in Manhattan.

“Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” Makes Black Women Feel at Home by Maya Phillips

“Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” is a play where the Black women in the audience are the ones who feel most at home.

Bonnie Milligan Will Lead Industry Readings of New Musical Helen by Logan Culwell-Block

Inspired by Helen of Troy from Greek mythology, the new musical is written by Joe Maloney.

MasterVoices Puts on a Starry Show With a Shoestring Budget by Seth Colter Walls

This essential organization gives fresh, entertaining life to music theater curiosities. What if it had more money?

‘Sleep No More’ to Close Next Year After 5,000 Shows by Billy

The Off-Broadway legendary and unique Punchdrunk performance will close after 5,000 shows in January 2024. The post ‘Sleep No More’ to Close Next Year After 5,000 Shows appeared first on…

Grammy Nominees Announced for Best Musical Theater Album by Billy

The 66th annual Grammy Awards will take place Feb. 4, 2024, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The ceremony will air live on CBS. The post Grammy Nominees Announced for Best Musical Theater…

Inis Nua Theatre Company presents Rosa Hesmondhalgh’s Madame Ovary by Jillian Ashley Blair Ivey

Based on the lived experience of playwright Rosa Hesmondhalgh’s cancer diagnosis, Inis Nua’s Madame Ovary is equal parts funny and tragic. Jill Ivey reviews.

Video: Watch Highlights of Danny and Lucy DeVito in I NEED THAT on Broadway

In this video, check out highlights from Roundabout Theatre Company’s world-premiere production of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck.

Review: Music and Passion and Bourgeoning Fascism in Barry Manilow’s Harmony

Bandit Lites Nominated for Pollstar Awards Concert Visuals Company of the Year by Michael Eddy

Bandit Lites is finishing 2023 with yet another nomination for Concert Visuals Company of the Year at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards where the industry gathers to honor the top tours, venue…

The Lion King Celebrates 26 Years on Broadway November 13 by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning international hit continues at the Minskoff Theatre.

Video: Watch Jasmine Amy Rogers Sing 'Where I Wanna Be' From BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical by Andrew Gans

The new musical, penned by David Foster, Susan Birkenhead, and Bob Martin, begins performances in Chicago later this month.

Photos: Get a First Look at Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA

Get a First Look at Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in Danny and the Deep Blue Sea!

Billy Porter Joins DANCING WITH THE STARS As Guest Judge Tomorrow

Billy Porter will serve as a guest judge on tomorrow's Whitney Houston-themed episode of Dancing With the Stars. The seven remaining couples are “Saving All Their Love” for the ballroom …

‘Letters of Suresh’ reveals intimate stories that crave connection and forgiveness by Susan Harper

At Curious Theatre, Rajiv Joseph’s play is an elegant exploration of character The post ‘Letters of Suresh’ reveals intimate stories that crave connection and forgiveness appeared firs…

Review: Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott Dive Into Danny and the Deep Blue Sea

Video: Jasmine Amy Rogers Performs 'Where I Wanna Be' From BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL

In advance of preview performances of BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL starting this weekend at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago, an all new video has been released of Jasmine Amy Rogers performing…

Alyse Alan Louis, Eric William Morris, Linda Mugleston to Lead Christmas in Connecticut Musical in Utah

Enter to Win Autographed Other World Comic Books by Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical from Ann McNamee and [title of show] writers and stars Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen has been transformed into a comic book series.

See Who's Starring in U.K. and Ireland Tour of The Wizard of Oz by Andrew Gans

Directed by Nikolai Foster, performances will begin in Liverpool in December.

Willam on Going Wigless for Titanique and Being Neil Patrick Harris' Drag Mom by Meredith Taylor Ammons

The former RuPaul's Drag Race star is swapping the false lashes and designer heels for a captain's jacket and, shocker, pants.

1st 16 Unsinkable Molly Brown Grant Recipients Revealed by Logan Culwell-Block

These high schools will receive $10,000 grants to perform Dick Scanlan's updated version of the Meredith Willson musical.

Get a First Look at Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in ‘Danny and the Deep Blue Sea’ by Billy

The screen stars come to life in this new revival with original movement. Get a look at the two buzzy actors. The post Get a First Look at Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in ‘Danny and…

‘SIX’ Announces New Block of Tickets to Smash Hit on Broadway by Billy

A new block of tickets has just been released for SIX, and tickets are now available through September 8, 2024. The post ‘SIX’ Announces New Block of Tickets to Smash Hit on Broadway ap…

THE LION KING Celebrates 26th Anniversary on Broadway

The Lion King celebrates its 26th anniversary on Broadway today, Monday, November 13th.  

Access Ambassadors share their experience at Lincoln Center's work-based learning program by Lincoln Center

Access Ambassadors is designed to support career readiness skills for students with disabilities. Through weekly lessons and on-site shifts at Lincoln Center, student learn about concrete jo…

Vectorworks, Inc., MA Lighting, and Robe Lighting Announce DIN SPEC 15801 Recognition for MVR by Michael Eddy

With fellow General Device Type Format (GDTF) and My Virtual Rig (MVR) founders MA Lighting and Robe Lighting, global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. announces that DIN SP…

The Heart of New York Theater. Stageworthy News of the Week by New York Theater

It’s been a week of what Broadway-goers might consider alternative theater  — above all, the announcement that “Sleep No More” and “Here Lies Love” are closing, which prompted …

U.K.'s Hope Mill Theatre Will Stage 1-Night-Only Gypsy in Concert Starring Jodie Prenger by Logan Culwell-Block

The evening will be a fundraiser for the Manchester venue, with theatre founder Joseph Houston at the helm.

Steve Martin to Voice “God” in New Broadway Revival of Spamalot

SIX on Broadway Tickets Now Available Through September 8, 2024 by Six

SIX Releases New Block of Tickets Through September 8, 2024

A new block of tickets has just been released for Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss's Tony Award-winning global smash hit musical SIX, and tickets are now available through September 8, 2024.

HERE LIES LOVE Tries Hard, But Still Fails To Find Its Broadway Audience

This week we learned the last Broadway performance of Here Lies Love would take place on November 26. To some, it seemed rather shocking that a show that took so long to get here would run f…

Robe Deutschland GmbH is distributing Avolites in Germany by Michael Eddy

Robe Deutschland GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Robe Lighting s.r.o., has taken over exclusive responsibility for the sales and service of all Avolites products on the German market as o…

Bonnie Milligan Will Lead Industry Readings of New Musical HELEN

Bonnie Milligan will lead two private industry readings (by invitation only) of Helen, a new musical, with book, lyrics, and music by Joe Maloney.

Dragon Show: The Extended Tail by Steven Morris

Shoshanna Ruth Green as MyfootsAsleep in Spy Brunch’s immersive Dragon Show: The Extended Tail. (Photo by Nick Malis) Dragon Show: The Extended Tail Reviewed by V Cate Spy B…

Joshua Boone, Emma Pittman, Daryl Tofa & Kevin William Paul Join the Cast of The Outsiders by Darryn King

Additional casting has been announced for The Outsiders. Joining the cast are Joshua Boone as Dallas Winston, Emma Pittman as Cherry Valance, Daryl Tofa as Two-Bit Mathews and Kevin William…

LaChanze’s Plans for the Next Generation Are Painted All Over Broadway’s Marquees by Hayley Levitt

A lot of artists, especially the ones working in live theater, made big pandemic career pivots. Only for LaChanze could such a pivot summon two Tony Awards. LaChanze—an award-winning stag…

NBCUniversal Veteran Chris Lucarz Joins RWS Global as Chief Financial Officer (EXCLUSIVE) by Rebecca Rubin

RWS Global, the world’s largest producer of live experiences, has hired former NBCUniversal executive Chris Lucarz as chief financial officer. In his new role, Lucarz will oversee all fina…

What do tickets cost to see Alicia Keys’ ‘Hells Kitchen’ off-Broadway? by Matt Levy

We keep "Fallin" for this captivating Alicia Keys-inpsired musical.

New Production of Dear Evan Hansen Will Play Nottingham Playhouse Prior to U.K. Tour by Andrew Gans

Adam Penford will direct the Tony-winning musical.

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Tom Stoppard's Arcadia Off-Broadway? by Meg Masseron

Eric Tucker directs the Bedlam Theater Company production.

Complete Cast Announced For A Very Very Bad Cinderella at London's The Other Palace by Margaret Hall

Pantomime season is underway in the U.K., and this parody show is a part of the holiday fun.

Ian Spink obituary by Sanjoy Roy

Choreographer, creative director and co-founder of Second Stride, a company that transformed contemporary dance in the 1980sThe choreographer and creative director Ian Spink, who has died of…

Voting Now Open For BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 4

Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students. Next on Stage is back bigger and better for its fourth sea…

Broadway Buying Guide: November 13, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 13, 202…

GRACE NOTES: Monday, November 13, 2023 by Susan Grace

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Performance, Pro-Democracy Protest, and Activism Across Cultures by Kristin Idaszak

By Kristin Idaszak. Kristin Idaszak reflects on experiencing Theatre Du Polet’s Be Water, My Friend at the Prague Quadrennial.

Video: See Who's Playing the Voice of God in the Broadway Revival of Spamalot by Molly Higgins

Monty Python's Eric Idle broke the news on The Tonight Show November 10.

The Loukoumi Foundation Will Host Benefit at Bond 45 Honoring Chita Rivera

The Loukoumi Foundation will honor Chita Rivera at a benefit event at Bond 45, in which she will accept the foundation's first Make a Difference ICON Award.

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'Somewhere That’s Green': What’s Happening in Classic Arts This Week by Natan Zamansky

Stay up to date with the best of dance, opera, concert music, and more in NYC.

More Casting Revealed for The Outsiders On Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block, Andrew Gans

Previews of the new musical will begin in March 2024 at the Jacobs Theatre.

Premiere Stages Announces 4 New Commissions by American Theatre Editors

The New Jersey theatre is developing new works by Scott Organ, Vincent Terrell Durham, Benjamin V. Marshall, and Melissa Toomey.

Get To Know Michael Perry and Premiere Theatrical Licensing by Sandi Durell

Premiére Theatrical Licensing is a theatrical publisher and performance rights licensing agency for plays, musicals, short plays, theater for young people, theater for seniors, and other ge…

Joshua Boone, Emma Pittman & More Join the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS

Additional cast members will be joining Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture. …

Joshua Boone, Emma Pittman and more join cast of ‘The Outsiders’ on Broadway by Michael Abourizk

The musical will open at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in spring 2024.

‘The Choir of Man’ heads to Chicago’s Apollo Theater by Chris Jones

This show bills itself partly as a 90-minute theater piece, partly as a concert and partly as a party.

Main Light Appoints Industry Veteran Brian Relph as Rental Account Manager to Strengthen Tri-State Operations by Michael Eddy

Main Light announces the hiring of Brian Relph as Rental Account Manager for their Tri-State location in Teterboro, NJ. A cornerstone in the New Jersey market with over 20 years of experienc…

French Fireworks: A Review of “Daughter of the Regiment” at Lyric Opera by Dennis Polkow

For this rare revival, Lyric chose a Laurent Pelly production that uses maps for scenery and sets the work in World War I.

Martin Pizzarelli’s Swinging Tribute to Bucky Pizzarelli by Andrew Poretz

Music Review by Andrew Poretz . . . . Bucky Pizzarelli was one of the greatest and most recorded jazz guitarists of all time and one of only a handful of acclaimed seven-string guitarists. (…

Today on Broadway: Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Star-Studded Development Reading of ‘August: Osage County,’ Musical Theatre Grammy Nominations, Matt’s New York Trip Schedule “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday,…

Glamorous Gertrude Olmstead by Trav S.D.

I know not whether Gertrude Olmstead (1897-1975) was related to the famous designer of city parks, but I do know that, astoundingly, she is far from the only bygone star named Gertrude, what…

Non-Branded Search: A Conquesting Conundrum by Situation

Read Anna Deavere Smith's Latest Play THE GHOST OF SLAVERY in The Atlantic Magazine

The Atlantic magazine will publish a new play by Anna Deavere Smith, titled The Ghost of Slavery, in its December issue. The play is also available in full on the magazine's website. 

The Closing of Here Lies Love: A Few Thoughts by JK

The Closing of Here Lies Love: A Few Thoughts It is always sad when a show closes. Years of work and hundreds of jobs gone with a producers' notice and a notice taped to the door. Sad but …

Review: ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ superb, the best at Marriott Theatre in years by Chris Jones

No. 1 reason here is Kaitlyn Davis, a vulnerable, unpretentious actress who knows just how to play Carole King.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 13th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 13, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend. 

‘I felt shame about my labia’: High Steaks, the hit show barbequing body image by Arifa Akbar

Performing naked except for a well-positioned accordion, sprig of parsley or mirror, Eliona Haines tackles labia-shaming by chopping up slices of beef and grilling them. She explains all to …

Westfield News/MassLive ArtsBeat 11/13/23. by Mark G. Auerbach

Westfield News/MassLive ArtsBeat 11/13/23. T'is the season. A Christmas Carol returns to Hartford Stage, Christmas on the Rocks returns to TheaterWorks the Springfield Chamber Players perfor…

REVIEW: To Have And To Hold, Hampstead Theatre, London ✭✭✭ by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Stephen James reviews Richard Bean’s enjoyable new comedy, To Have and To Hold, at Hampstead Theatre in London This post REVIEW: To Have And To Hold, Hampstead Theatre, …

City of Melbourne announces recipients of this year’s Melbourne Awards

The post City of Melbourne announces recipients of this year’s Melbourne Awards appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Savy Jackson: “Toxic” (Britney Spears) by bwaySHO

Savy Jackson brings down the house with their rendition of Britney Spears’ “Toxic” at Pretty, Witty & Gay Cabaret at The Green Room 42. Filmed & edited by ​⁠@bwaySHO #britneyspe…

New Musical Billie the Kid Makes West End Debut November 13 by Meg Masseron

The semi-staged production will be performed for two nights only.

Gavin Creel Musical Walk On Through Begins Off-Broadway November 13 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony winner stars in his self-written musical inspired by Creel's time wandering the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Cheyenne Jackson, Taylor Iman Jones, Alexis Michelle, More Perform in Sing Out for Freedom Concert November 13 by Meg Masseron

Amber Ruffin hosts the star-studded ACLU and NYCLU benefit.

Alex Newell, L Morgan Lee, Telly Leung, More Celebrate Stephen Schwartz in Philadelphia Concert November 13 by Andrew Gans

The inaugural Mazzoni Center Honors event is held at the Kimmel Center.

Patti LuPone Receives Oscar Hammerstein Award November 13 by Leah Putnam

York Theatre Company is honoring the three-time Tony winner at its 31st Oscar Hammerstein Gala.

Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs, More Embrace the Season at Drama League Gala November 13 by Logan Culwell-Block

The evening, honoring producer Jeffrey Richards, is designed to uplift the New York theatrical community.

Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's Harmony Opens Long-Awaited Broadway Debut November 13 by Logan Culwell-Block

Chip Zien, Sierra Boggess, and Julie Benko star in the new musical at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.

IMPRESSIONS: Opéra de Lyon Ballet in Lucinda Child's "Dance " at New York City Center by The Dance Enthusiast

IMPRESSIONS: The Lyon Opera Ballet (Opéra de Lyon Ballet), performed Dance (1979) choreographed by Lucinda Childs, music by Philip Glass, and film by Sol LeWitt, at New York City Center, Oc…

IMPRESSIONS: Dorothée Munyaneza “Mailles” at New York Live Arts by The Dance Enthusiast

IMPRESSIONS: Dorothée Munyaneza “Mailles” at New York Live Arts"True to its name, Dorothée Munyaneza’s “Mailles” crafts delicate yet resilient narrative and aesthetic “meshes�…

IMPRESSIONS: New York City Ballet 75th Anniversary Season -Week Four - All Balanchine- at Lincoln Center by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: New York City Ballet 75th Anniversary Season Week Four - All Balanchine- at Lincoln Center: "The final week of New York City Ballet’s month-long fall season features its ac…