Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Leading Arts Training Organisations Come Together in Cultural and Creative Collaboration

The post Leading Arts Training Organisations Come Together in Cultural and Creative Collaboration appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:28PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Bringing more Creativity into Victorian classrooms

The post Bringing more Creativity into Victorian classrooms appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:27PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Dead Outlaw ****, A Sign of the Times **1/2 by Barry Gordin

By: David Sheward March 20, 2024: In this crowded Broadway season of movie adaptations, revivals and Off-Broadway transfers, the most original and captivating tuner so far in 2023-24 can …

SOURCE: theaterlife at 08:37PM

New Musical TEETH Gets Second Extension At Playwrights Horizons

Due to popular demand, the new Off-Broadway musical TEETH has extended its run again. Get the latest updates on the show's schedule and more.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18PM

Brian Cox to Serve as Patron of Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Margaret Hall

Cox will join Eddie Izzard and Phoebe Waller-Bridge as an ambassador for the festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:06PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Hollywood Pantages Ushers Reach Tentative Deal With Nederlander-Owned Venue

Ushers at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre have reached a tentative agreement on a new labor contract with The Nederlander Organization-owned venue. 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:48PM

IMPRESSIONS: DANCING THE 92ND STREET Y, A 150TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION by The Dance Enthusiast

"Promoted by Dr. William Kolodney, and supported by rich benefactors, over the years the institution, recently rebranded “92NY,” would become not merely a community center but a cultural…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 07:42PM

ON THE TOWN WITH CHIP DEFFAA … CATCHING THE VIVINO BROTHERS AT THE IRIDIUM by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

I’ve always loved their work, from the very start of their careers. Jimmy (on guitar) and Jerry (on tenor sax) have worked with some of the biggest names in the business--Tony Bennett, Bru…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 07:11PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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43 Stages of Grieving by David Walters

43 Stages of Grieving is thoughtful and inspiring.

SOURCE: thefrontrowcenter.com at 06:04PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Rachel McAdams, Ariana Madix and More on The Broadway Show; Plus, an Aladdin Anniversary with Alan Menken and a Rumble with The Outsiders by Broadway.com

From the making of a rumble to the making of a legend, The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal is going behind the scenes of some of the most exciting productions on New York City stages. New ar…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:36PM

A Water for Elephants Original Broadway Cast Recording Is On the Way by Darryn King

The original cast recording for Broadway’s Water for Elephants, with a score by the musical collective PigPen Theatre Co., will be released by Ghostlight Records later this Broadway season…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:36PM

‘Tommy’ cancels March 20 matinée by Michael Abourizk

The evening performance will go on as scheduled.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 05:14PM

CONSTANT STANISLAVSKI (162) by Robert Shuman

The words and wisdom of Constantin Stanislavski: Every person who is really an artist desires to create inside of himself (or herself) another, deeper, more interesting life than the one tha…

SOURCE: stagevoices.com at 05:09PM

The Effect by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Soutra Gilmour’s setting is a sort of empty runway with the audience sitting on either side. The other props are two black chairs at either end for the two doctors. Scenes are created enti…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 05:07PM

Odds and Ends on Ibsen by Trav S.D.

#botd Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906), who, as depicted above, could easily have been cast as a member of The Three Keatons. Ibsen’s name is often paired with Chekhov’s but…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 05:02PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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The Effect: The Sublimity of Performance by Eve Bromberg

If it weren’t for my erudite Anglophile cousin, I would never have known to see Lucy Prebble’s The Effect at The Shed (from March 3-March 31). An early Prebble fan, she one day turned on…

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 04:54PM

Portland’s New Tomorrow Theater Attracts David Byrne, Ruth E. Carter With ‘Carte Blanche’ Series by Melinda Sheckells

A 300-seat theater on Southeast Division Street in Portland with a curious past is giving notable talents such as David Byrne and Ruth E. Carter a new stage on which to tell their stories: t…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:49PM

Leslie Liao review – heard the one about the Netflix staffer turned standup? by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonIn a lively but disjointed show, the comedian – who used to work in HR for the streamer – delivers routines on office life, dating apps and 90s R&B From the mailr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:42PM

Planar Promotes Tom Petershack to Director of Media and Special Projects by Michael Eddy

Planar, a global leader in visualization technology, recently promoted Tom Petershack to Director of Media and Special Projects. In his new role, Petershack will lead the company’s broadca…

SOURCE: PLSN at 04:36PM

Cynthia Nixon Is Inaugural Guest on The After Party Podcast, Exploring the Road to Opening Night by Logan Culwell-Block

Eila Mell and Michael Kushner are hosting the new series for Broadway Podcast Network.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

CORRUPTION is "one of the season's few must-sees!" (New York Stage Review) by Lincoln Center Theater

Don't miss CORRUPTION, a new play by J.T. Rogers and directed by Bartlett Sher. Now playing through April 14 only at the Newhouse! Tickets and more info: www.lct.org/shows/corruption #linc…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:36PM

48th Street, home to ‘Hadestown’ and ‘Lempicka,’ is renamed ‘Chavkin Way’ in honor of director Rachel Chavkin by Andy Lefkowitz

The new musicals are housed in venues facing each other on 48th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 04:34PM

Julien Trochu and West Evénement Light the Creative Spirit of Les Trans with CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

The music starts at 9pm and continues virtually nonstop until morning. This process is repeated over the course of four days inside 100,000 square meters of cavernous airport hangers. But on…

SOURCE: PLSN at 04:27PM

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One of the Good Ones by Steven Morris

The post One of the Good Ones appeared first on Stage Raw - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 04:10PM

Broadway's Water for Elephants Will Release Cast Album by Molly Higgins

The musical adaptation officially opens March 21 at the Imperial Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:02PM

Why Do So Many Shows Open on Broadway in the Spring? by Diep Tran

Roughly half the new shows from the 2023–24 season are opening in March and April.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:02PM

Much Ado About Nothing (Official Trailer) | STRATFEST@HOME by Stratford Festival

Now available on STRATFEST@HOME: Much Ado About Nothing! The story follows Beatrice and Benedick, two quick-witted and sarcastic individuals who are happily single, but whose friends believ…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:02PM

The 2024 New York City Fringe Festival by New York Theater

Described below are forty-seven shows opening over nineteen days in April. That beats even the Broadway schedule for the month. And tickets are a lot cheaper — no more than $35, and as lit…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 04:00PM

The colorful, strangely named Moisture Festival celebrates 20 years in Seattle by Nathalie Graham

As it celebrates its 20th anniversary season, Seattle's Moisture Festival has become the longest-running vaudeville festival in the U.S., organizers say.

SOURCE: www.seattletimes.com at 04:00PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Cast Album Will Be Recorded Next Week; Released on Ghostlight Records

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced plans for an original cast recording of the new Broadway musical Water for Elephants. Learn more here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:54PM

Vineyard Theatre Sets Spring Reading Series by Margaret Hall

The Off-Broadway company will present readings of five new works from their artists in residence.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

‘Illinoise,’ a Newish Kind of Musical, Is Headed to Broadway by Caedra Scott-Flaherty, Caedra Scott-Flaherty

Justin Peck first suggested a staged adaptation of 'Illinois' in 2014, but it took several years for Sufjan Stevens to agree to it.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 03:26PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Cost N' Mayor to Choreograph and Abbey O'Brien To Direct WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse

Renowned choreography duo Cost n' Mayor and acclaimed director Abbey O'Brien join forces for the upcoming production of WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:42PM

Imagination Stage Names Joanne Seelig Lamparter Chief Artistic Programming Officer by American Theatre Editors

Seelig Lamparter will take over from retiring founding artistic director Janet Stanford.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:37PM

Video: THE GREAT GATSBY Scenic Designer Paul Tate dePoo III Gives a Studio Tour

THE GREAT GATSBY Scenic Designer Paul Tate dePoo III gives a tour of his studio. Get a sneak peek at The Great Gatsby set in the video here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:32PM

Highly Recommended Theater Series: WORKS IN PROGRESS: FEARLESSLY MADE IN NEW YORK! (Vineyard Theatre) by Gregory Bernard

THE VINEYARD: WHERE NEW PLAYS GROW INTO HITS Vineyard Theatre has transferred 11 shows to Broadway, seven directly after their acclaimed Vineyard premieres [highlights are links to Stage and…

SOURCE: stageandcinema.com at 02:24PM

Jaap van Zweden Conducts Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17 by New York Philharmonic

Music Director Jaap van Zweden conducts Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17, with soloist Conrad Tao in his NY Phil subscription debut on March 13, 2024. For more information visit https://nyp…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:24PM

Jennifer Lopez-Led KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Film Enters Production

Jennifer Lopez has officially begun working on the Kiss of the Spider Woman film adaptation. The 'This Is Me...Now' artist posted a quote to her story, also writing 'Day One,' followed by th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

Kenneth Branagh to Lead King Lear at The Shed in Fall 2024 by Hayley Levitt

Kenneth Branagh will lead a production of Shakespeare's King Lear at The Shed this coming fall, a limited 50-performance engagement of the 2023 West End production. Presented by the Kennet…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:18PM

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - BroadwayRadio

https://www.playbill.com/article/sufjan-stevens-dance-musical-illinoise-will-open-on-broadway-this-season. 2) Last Week's Broadway Grosses. https ...

SOURCE: Google at 02:12PM

VR ARCADE USA

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:07PM

Into the ‘Babble Lab’ With Autumn Ness by American Theatre Editors

A new Dada-influenced work from this longtime Children's Theatre Company member explores the intersection of sound and language.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:07PM

Video: Watch Josh Radnor Discuss THE ALLY at The Public Theater

Watch Josh Radnor talk about his experience starring the Itamar Moses's THE ALLY at The Public Theater here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, March 21-27, 2024 by Kyle V. Hiller

Rounding up the week with offerings from Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Chicana Art Song Project, Painted Bride, and more. Kyle V. Hiller previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 01:57PM

Ukrainian Ballet Studio Opens in Bomb Shelter

In Kharkiv, Ukraine - a Ballet studio has opened up in an unusual space. The Princess Ballet Studio, operating under the most challenging conditions, is located in a specially adapted bomb s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

Can You Guess Paper Mill's 2024/2025 Season Lineup?

Can you guess Paper Mill Playhouse's 2024/2024 season lineup? The theater has released their annual clues on social media. Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:32PM

Off-Broadway is booming — and it’s a lesson for theaters everywhere by Johnny Oleksinski

Midtown’s swell, but lately New York’s hottest tickets are well below 42nd Street. While theaters in the city and around the country have struggled in the face of skyrocketing expenses a…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 01:29PM

‘Dead Outlaw,’ a Mummy Musical, Is So Strange It Can Only Be True by Sarah Bahr

The creators of “The Band’s Visit” reunited to tell the story of an outlaw whose body toured carnivals for decades.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:18PM

Arlington's Historic Regent Theatre For Sale

The Regent Theatre, a cornerstone of Arlington, MA's cultural landscape for over a century, is officially on the market. Richard Stavros, who has been at the helm of this historic venue sinc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Smashed Guitars, Hollywood Stars and a Bicycle Accident: The Amazing Journey of The Who’s Tommy by Darryn King

Since 1969, there’s been no shortage of ways to see, hear and feel The Who’s epic rock opera Tommy. Born as a groundbreaking double-LP, it served as a stunning vehicle for The Who’s py…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

New Group's The Seven Year Disappear Will Live Stream Final Performances by Logan Culwell-Block, Meg Masseron

Cynthia Nixon and Taylor Trensch lead the Jordan Seavey world premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

The Powerful Women Creatives of the 2023-2024 Broadway Season by Terry Dickerson

Celebrate Women's History Month with the people who made this Broadway season happen—including directors, composers, choreographers, writers, and designers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Listen to Idina Menzel Sing 'Great Escape' Live From World Premiere of Redwood Musical by Andrew Gans

Tina Landau directs the new work, which she conceived with Wicked Tony winner Menzel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Lynn Nottage's Fabulation, or the Re-Education of Undine Getting NYC Revival by Logan Culwell-Block

The production will launch the 2024 season of Brooklyn's Billie Holiday Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Imelda Staunton Confirms Final DOWNTON ABBEY Movie

Imelda Staunton has confirmed that a final Downton Abbey film is in the works. Written by Julian Fellowes – who wrote the book for musicals like Mary Poppins and School of Rock – Downton…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:02PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at noon (Broadway Time)
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What to Know About Theatre Fellowships by Natalie Clare

Planning the Next Step in Your Theatre Journey The post What to Know About Theatre Fellowships appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

SOURCE: Dramatics Magazine at 12:42PM

Aaron Taylor-Johnson Wants to Star in a Musical

Aaron Taylor-Johnson is ready to show off his musical skills. The Bullet Train star has revealed that he wants someone to write a musical for him to star in. Taylor-Johnson is a self-proclai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

Video: Aaron Tveit & Sutton Foster Are the New Merry Murderers of SWEENEY TODD

In this video, watch as Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit chat about their final weeks in the Tony-winning revival of Sweeney Todd.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

THE WHO'S TOMMY Cancels March 20 Matinee; Performances Resume This Evening

BroadwayWorld has just learned that today's preview performance of The Who's Tommy has been canceled due to illness in the company. Performances are set to resume tonight, March 20 at the Ne…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

A Wise Woman Once Said with Amber Ardolino | THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by A Beautiful Noise Musical

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new musical. Now on Broadway. Tickets now on sale! Learn more about #ABeautifulNoiseMusical at htt…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:12PM

‘Am I playing Dolly Parton? I’m flattered!’ Imelda Staunton launches Hello, Dolly! in London by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

Staunton reunites with Follies director Dominic Cooke to bring ‘old musical to a new audience’ at the Palladium in July After a four-year delay caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Imelda St…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:12PM

A cornerstone of American theatre, Vintage delivers with ‘The Glass Menagerie’ by Eric Fitzgerald

Director Bernie Cardell leads a powerful cast in Tennessee Williams’ memory play The post A cornerstone of American theatre, Vintage delivers with ‘The Glass Menagerie’ appeared first …

SOURCE: OnStage Colorado at 12:11PM

A Wise Woman Once Said with Bri Sudia | THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by A Beautiful Noise Musical

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new musical. Now on Broadway. Tickets now on sale! Learn more about #ABeautifulNoiseMusical at htt…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:11PM

First Rehearsal of THE LONELY FEW #theatre #newmusicaltheatre #offbroadway by MCC Theater

Rehearsals for THE LONELY FEW have started! Sit close to the action by getting limited onstage tix starting at $29 now thru MAY 18. Performances begin APR 27. GET TIX: http://mcc.theater/th…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:09PM

A Wise Woman Once Said with Shirine Babb | THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by A Beautiful Noise Musical

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new musical. Now on Broadway. Tickets now on sale! Learn more about #ABeautifulNoiseMusical at htt…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:08PM

F. Murray Abraham to Lead Benefit Reading of Edward Albee's Fragments by Logan Culwell-Block

The performance will support Black Box PAC in Teaneck, New Jersey.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Alan Menken Shares the Secret to Decades of Success on Broadway With Disney by Logan Culwell-Block

As his Broadway version of Disney's Aladdin celebrates its 10th anniversary on the Main Stem, the EGOT winner tells us what makes his musicals so special.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

James Corden and Anna Maxwell Martin to Star in The Constituent at London's Old Vic by Margaret Hall

The world premiere production will play later this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

See Who's Joining Tony Winner Miriam Silverman in Reading of The Verge by Andrew Gans

Jessie Austrian will direct the reading of Susan Glaspell's play at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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The Unpredictable Experiment: 25 Years of Sloan Science Plays by American Theatre Editors

From 'Proof' to 'Behind the Sheet,' the Sloan Foundation has supported hundreds of plays about science and scientists. What can we learn from this still growing body of work?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:53AM

Macbeth (an undoing) — explosive new take gives Lady Macbeth her moment

Zinnie Harris’s adaptation at the Rose Theatre in Kingston mixes Shakespeare’s text with colloquial domestic dialogue

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:46AM

AUSTIN PENDLETON:  ‘ORSON’S SHADOW’ (REVIEW FROM NEW YORK) by Robert Shuman

By Bob Shuman The aesthetic issue being explored in Orson’s Shadow (Austin Pendleton’s own play now celebrating its 25th Anniversary) might best be expressed if I show you a picture of t…

SOURCE: stagevoices.com at 11:42AM

Review: In Charles Busch’s ‘Ibsen’s Ghost,’ a Widow’s Work is Never Done by Juan A. Ramírez

In Charles Busch’s satire of Henrik Ibsen’s plays, a widow faces a rather catty fight to save her husband’s legacy.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:42AM

Off-Broadway Review: Tuesdays with Morrie with Len Cariou by Lauren Yarger

  Chris Domig and Len Cariou. Photo: Jeremy Varner Tuesdays with MorrieBy Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, based on the book by Mitch AlbomDirected by Erwin MaasPresented by Sea Dog Theat…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 11:33AM

WP Gala Will Honor Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart; Hosted by Eden Espinosa

The honorees have been revealed for the WP Theater 2024 Annual Gala, which include Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart. The event will be hosted by Eden Espinosa  at The Edison Ballroom…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:24AM

Photos: Take a Look at the West End Return of Sister Act, Starring Beverley Knight by Andrew Gans

Knight opens the production at London's Dominion and will be succeeded by Alexandra Burke.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

Amber Ardolino Broadway Dressing Room Tour | THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE by A Beautiful Noise Musical

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new musical. Now on Broadway. Tickets now on sale! Learn more about #ABeautifulNoiseMusical at htt…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:14AM

 Music and Theater Coming Up by Sandi Durell

Ben Platt will lend his vocals to an upcoming concert residency on Broadway this spring. The Tony Award-winning actor most recently seen onstage in “Parade” will offer audiences an 18-…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:12AM

David O’Doherty: the 10 funniest things I have ever seen (on the internet) by David O’doherty

The much-loved musical comedian shares what makes him laugh, including Sean Lock, football mascots looking solemn and an Irish donkey derby from 1994 I’ve been thinking about this way too …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

How Juliana Canfield Went From ‘Succession’ to Broadway’s ‘Stereophonic’ by Gordon Cox

Juliana Canfield didn’t mean to lie when she was auditioning for the play “Stereophonic” — it just accidentally happened. Listen to this week’s “Stagecraft” podcast below: Th…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:00AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Of Gelding, Gilding, and Edmund Goulding by Trav S.D.

Only recently did I conclude that I was a fan of director Edmund Goulding (1891-1959), having passed that crucial moment when I was realized that several movies I like had a key artist in co…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:42AM

VIDEO: Sarah Brightman Reveals Why She Wanted To Take On SUNSET BOULEVARD

Watch as Sarah Brightman opens up about starring in the lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award winning musical masterpiece, SUNSET BOULEVARD, which will premiere in Melb…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Marisha Wallace Evicted From CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER

Marisha Wallace has left the Big Brother house. The Olivier Award-nominated West End star was the fifth contestant to be eliminated from the competition, just days before the season finale o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Ten Musicals You Didn’t Know Were Based on Books by Mychele Lebrun

Have you ever wondered how your favourite musicals came to be on the stage? Join us down the wonderful rabbit hole of musicals which are based on books!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 10:21AM

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button to Transfer to West End by Margaret Hall

Jethro Compton directs the new musical, based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald short story.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Video: Sarah Brightman Is Readying for Her Sunset Boulevard Close-up by Andrew Gans

Performances of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, based on the Billy Wilder film, began in Australia in May.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Mann Performing Arts Hall Announces the 2024-2025 Broadway Season by Matthew Herzog

Roman Banks as ‘MJ’ and the cast of the MJ First National Tour. Photo by Matthew Murphy, MurphyMade The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW announces the 2024-2025 Fifth Third Ba…

SOURCE: tourstoyou.org at 10:08AM

Broadway Grosses w/e 3/17/2024 by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending in... The post Broadway Grosses w/e 3/17/2024 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

SOURCE: kendavenport.com at 10:00AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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BB Riverboats

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Photos: The Cast of MOTHER PLAY Meets the Press

Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play! The cast and creative team met the press yesterday, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos h…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Skydeck Chicago

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First Broadway Revival of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Recoups Initial Capitalization

Discover the success of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG as it recoups on Broadway. Dive into the story of this popular show's journey and its triumphant achievement.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM

It's (Officially) a Hit: Broadway's Merrily We Roll Along Recoups by Molly Higgins, Logan Culwell-Block

The twice-extended revival continues at the Hudson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Unlocking Disney Magic for Hundreds of NYC Public School Students by Inspired Staff

“It’s about showing these students what’s possible”: Disney Theatrical Group and Situation Project team up to bring hundreds of students to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

Len Cariou-Led Tuesdays With Morrie Extends Off-Broadway by Molly Higgins

The production officially opened March 7 at St. George's Episcopal Church, with Cariou in the title role.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

Fire Island Dance Festival Sets 2024 Return by Molly Higgins

The weekend of dance and celebration benefits Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program within Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

Jane Austen Musical Austen's Pride to Release Stock and Amateur Rights for 1 Year by Molly Higgins

The musical reimagines Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice, depicting Austen on a journey of self-discovery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

See Who's Joining Imelda Staunton in London Revival of Hello, Dolly!; Cast Complete by Andrew Gans

Performances of the Tony-winning Jerry Herman musical will begin in July at the London Palladium.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

‘Merrily We Roll Along’ revival recoups investment by Andy Lefkowitz

Maria Friedman is at the helm of the musical’s first revival, which began performances in fall of 2023.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:30AM

‘Merrily We Roll Along’ Broadway Revival Recoups Investment, Redeeming One of Stephen Sondheim’s Most Embarrassing Commercial Failures by Brent Lang

A star-studded revival of “Merrily We Roll Along” has managed to accomplish something that eluded the ill-fated original production of the Stephen Sondheim musical. Turn a profit. The sh…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:30AM

‘Merrily We Roll Along’ Recoups $12M Broadway Capitalization by Greg Evans

Merrily We Roll Along, the hit Broadway revival of the Stephen Sondheim-George Furth musical starring Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez, has recouped its $12 million capita…

SOURCE: Deadline at 09:30AM

Broadway’s ‘Aladdin’ used to be an entirely different show by Ruthie Fierberg

Upon celebrating its 10th anniversary, producers Thomas Schumacher and Anne Quart, director-choreographer Casey Nicholaw and librettist Chad Beguelin detail the overhaul between the out-of-t…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:11AM

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Original Broadway Cast Recording Announced

Ghostlight Records has announced plans for an original cast recording of the new Broadway musical Water for Elephants. The upcoming album will preserve the show's score by the acclaimed PigP…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM

Celebrate 10 Years of ALADDIN on Broadway

It's been a shining, shimmering, splendid run for Aladdin, Jasmine, Genie and the whole crew from Agrabah as Disney's hit musical adventure celebrates ten years on Broadway. Recap the show'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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BSR Classical Interludes: March 22-28, 2024 by Gail Obenreder

Open Organ Day, Avery Fisher Career Grant virtuoso brothers Anthony and Demarre McGill come to town, and new organizations Liberty City Arts and Musica Tevere show off their talents. Gail Ob…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 08:49AM

Stand-up for everybody with Next in Line Comedy by Kiran Pandey

Manny Brown talks comedy and community with the collective Next in Line Comedy, now with a new venue at The Coop. Kiran Pandey profiles.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 08:44AM

Equilibrium Dance Company presents Watercolors by Dara McBride

Equilibrium Dance Company's spring concert Watercolors promises a fusion of artistry. Dara McBride previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 08:41AM

Episode 5: Why Robert Biberti convinced the Comedian Harmonists to return to a dangerous Germany by Ruthie Fierberg

Learn about the bass singer of the group in the fifth episode of the podcast “Who Were the Comedian Harmonists? The True Story Behind Broadway’s ‘Harmony’” — produced by Broadway…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 08:07AM

‘Hamilton’ to Return to Australia, With Jason Arrow Reprising Title Role by Patrick Frater

Jason Arrow will reprise the role of Alexander Hamilton as the hit stage musical “Hamilton” returns to Australia later this year. The production will play a limited engagement at the Syd…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:06AM

A Legend Returns: A Preview of New York City Ballet at the Harris Theater by Sharon Hoyer

For its seventy-fifth anniversary, the legendary New York City Ballet, founded by George Balanchine, performs its first appearance in Chicago in eighteen years. Three programs offer a sampli…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM

Something Wicked: A Review of “What the Weird Sisters Saw” at Idle Muse Theatre Company by Tristan Bruns

Despite his name being in the title, the protagonist of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” is not the most celebrated character in the work. That would go to the Weird Sisters, the trio of cave-d…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

‘Illinoise’ to Open Cold on Broadway Next Month, Cost n’ Mayor to Choreograph ‘Waitress,’ Idina Menzel Sings Song from New Musical “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday throug…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Cast Members See How Well They Know Each Other's Lines

In a fun new clip, the cast of Merrily We Roll Along see how well they know each other's lines. Check out the video here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36AM

A divided town and politics vs. science: Michael Imperioli on why his play resonates by Sacha Pfeiffer

Actor Michael Imperioli talks about his Broadway debut in An Enemy of the People and the relevance of this adaptation of the play, roughly 150 years after the original.

SOURCE: npr.org at 07:32AM

Sarah Paulson takes Broadway for a shocking spin in ‘Appropriate’ by Sara Stewart

When Sarah Paulson makes an entrance, in character, a spell is cast. The energy around her crackles. What’s she going to say or do? She is a master of the calm seethe and the faux-polite u…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 07:00AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Jonathan Pie: Heroes And Villains | 2024 West End Opening Night Vox Pops by Official London Theatre

Jonathan Pie: Hero or Villain? A question often asked and one that Pie hopes to answer in his brand-new live show. Join him as he celebrates the UK’s greatest heroes (Nurses / Gary Lineker…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:51AM

Hamilton returns to Australia with a groundbreaking debut among the cast: ‘I’m super excited’ by Elissa Blake

Cast as George Washington, in his first major musical, Googoorewon Knox says ‘it’s important to see a First Nation fella doing such a big thing’ If Googoorewon (Goori) Knox had followe…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:42AM

Play It Again: South Pacific's "I'm In Love With a Wonderful Guy" by JK

PLAY IT AGAIN: “I’m In Love With a Wonderful Guy”  For this new series, Jeff has invited me to choose some classic Broadway show tunes and compare versions of these songs from several…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:42AM

Duke Ellington Orchestra – Featuring Lisa Fischer  by Jk Clarke

Music Review by Marilyn Lester . . . . This year, 2024, marks the 125th birthday of one of America’s finest composers and musicians: pianist and band leader, Edward Kennedy (Duke) Ellingto…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 06:03AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Opera San José Hosts Free Events to Celebrate FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS

Opera San José is bringing free music to the community, celebrating the first Spanish language opera performed on its mainstage.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42AM

Leiter Looks at Books by Jk Clarke

Casual notes on show-biz books, memoirs and studies, dust gatherers and hot off the presses. Book Review by Samuel L. Leiter . . . . Michael Meyer, Not Prince Hamlet: Literary and Theatrical…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:37AM

Performing arts subscriptions are dying off. Can more flexible options bring them back? by Jeremy Reynolds / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

At the fore, the Opera’s new Opus Pass is being closely watching, both here at home and across the country.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 05:30AM

Returning cast members and production debuts announced for Sydney return season of HAMILTON

The post Returning cast members and production debuts announced for Sydney return season of HAMILTON appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:25AM

43 Stages of Grieving – A Comedy by Jk Clarke

Theater Review by Michael Dale . . . .  A 333-year-old woman and a pregnant robot walk into a studio apartment in Williamsburg . . .  While the initial premise behind playwright/director M…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:09AM

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 20, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Craig’s TOP Ten Shows for 2023

The post Craig’s TOP Ten Shows for 2023 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:57AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Meeting of the National Council on the Arts to stream live from Washington, D.C. by Andy Lefkowitz

The public is invited to attend the session, which will include a panel of performing arts leaders discussing the state of the field.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 02:37AM

Doubt by Wendy Caster

  The current production of John Patrick Shanley's play Doubt (starring Amy Ryan, Liev Shreiber, Zoe Kazan, and Quincy Tyler Bernstine) is not as good as the amazing original production fro…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 02:04AM

On the Couch with Amna Bee

The post On the Couch with Amna Bee appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:00AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Helping People Persuade Themselves by Joe Patti

Seth Godin made a post recently suggesting that the most effective persuasion occurs when we persuade ourselves. The purpose of the memo or the table or the graph or the presentation is to c…

SOURCE: insidethearts.com at 01:33AM

Finalists announced for 2024 National Photography Prize

The post Finalists announced for 2024 National Photography Prize appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:10AM
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Paul Grellong's Power of Sail Makes U.K. Premiere at Menier Chocolate Factory March 20 by Meg Masseron

Dominic Dromgoole will direct the moral thriller centering on a Harvard professor who invites a white nationalist to his yearly symposium at the college.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

Liza Birkenmeier's Grief Hotel Returns to NYC in Residence With The Public Theater March 20 by Meg Masseron

The return, presented by Clubbed Thumb in partnership with New Georges, is directed by Tara Ahmadinejad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

Tony Winner Leslie Uggams Returns to 54 Below March 20 by Andrew Gans

Uggams is offering encore performances of her celebrated show, Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

Disney's Aladdin Celebrates a Decade on Broadway March 20 by Andrew Gans

The musical has been riding a magic carpet at the New Amsterdam Theatre since 2014.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36AM

Lempika 1st previews bows by bwaySHO

Head inside the Longacre for Lempika’s 1st preview bows on Broadway. Filmed by Jackie Leibz

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:31AM

IMPRESSIONS: Cunningham on Film Part 2: MERCE / MISHA / MORE & Event at REDCAT by The Dance Enthusiast

IMPRESSIONS: Cunningham on Film Part 2: MERCE / MISHA / MORE & Event at REDCAT: 'They find common ground in their physical curiosity, and the transmission of Merce’s roles to Misha’s…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

IMPRESSIONS: Valerie Green/Dance Enthopy's RITE at The Center at West Park by The Dance Enthusiast

Valerie Green pursues the healing of trauma though physical ritual in RITE. Commitment to Green’s process requires undivided, hyper-aware physical and spiritual attention.  ~ Catherine Th…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime