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Sunday, September 24, 2023
Saturday, September 23, 2023
Friday, September 22, 2023

André Bishop to step down as producing artistic director of Lincoln Center Theater by Caitlin Hornik

Bishop will depart the organization at the end of the 2024-2025 season.

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Smash Musical to Receive Industry Presentations Featuring Tony Award Nominees Robyn Hurder and Kerry Butler by Caitlin Hornik

Two industry readings of the musical stage adaptation of the hit television series Smash will be held in New York City on September 22. The presentations come at the end of a two-week develo…

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Cast members from ‘Shucked’ to perform at pop-up event by Caitlin Hornik

The performance is in collaboration with a new corn-based snack from Pipcorn.

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‘SIX’ announces new event series by Caitlin Hornik

The musical will host special events, release exclusive content and more as part of “SIXth of the Month.”

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Second Stage Theater founder Carole Rothman to step down at end of 2023-2024 season by Caitlin Hornik

Rothman, who currently serves as artistic director, founded the organization in 1979.

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Emmy Award winner Adam Blackstone joins creative team of ‘The Wiz’ by Caitlin Hornik

The mainstream music producer and director will serve as dance arranger.

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Exclusive: Christopher Gattelli to direct and choreograph industry reading of ‘Female Troubles’ by Caitlin Hornik

The two presentations will be held in New York City on Sept. 28 and 29.

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New production company launched by Tony Award-winning producer and real estate investor by Caitlin Hornik

Dale A. Mott and Charles D. Urstadt’s Edgewood Entertainment will focus on elevating BIPOC,LGBTQIA+ and female stories and creators.

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

‘Sweeney Todd’ struggles without Groban as Broadway’s overall box office rises slightly by Caitlin Hornik

For the week ending Sept. 17, the 25 currently running productions grossed $21,640,927.

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Dramatists Guild announces programming to assist writers with estate and legacy planning to help by Caitlin Hornik

Among the events are a panel with Tony Award winner Lisa Kron and the Five Lesbian Brothers.

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Friday, September 15, 2023

Theatrical unions ramp up letter-writing campaign in support of tax fairness legislation by Caitlin Hornik

IATSE is the latest joins the effort to pass the Performing Artist Tax Parity Act (PATPA).

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Melissa Etheridge Started Several Broadway Projects — But Bruce Springsteen Ultimately Sparked Her New Solo Show by Caitlin Hornik

Melissa Etheridge isn’t a stranger to Broadway. She made her Main Stem debut in 2011 with a stint in American Idiot. But now, she’s bringing her own songs and story to the stage. In the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:33AM

New Production of Uncle Vanya to Open on Broadway by Caitlin Hornik

Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya will receive a new production from Lincoln Center Theater. Previews are scheduled to begin on April 2, 2024, ahead of an official opening night on April 24 at t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:25AM

Melissa Etheridge started several Broadway projects — but Bruce Springsteen ultimately sparked her new solo show by Caitlin Hornik

After an Off-Broadway run, the Grammy Award winner brings “Melissa Etheridge: My Window” to the Main Stem.

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

New production of ‘Uncle Vanya’ to open on Broadway by Caitlin Hornik

Featuring a new translation by Tony Award nominee Heidi Schreck, the Chekhov classic will open in 2024.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 05:23PM
Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz signs exclusive deal with Universal Music Group’s publishing division by Caitlin Hornik

The songwriter behind Broadway shows like “Wicked” and movies like “Pocahontas” will now have most of his musical catalog represented by the group.

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New documentary about Manhattan Theatre Club to be released November 2023 by Caitlin Hornik

The film will feature never-before-seen footage and interviews with Lynne Meadow, Sarah Jessica Parker, Laura Linney and more.

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Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Announces 2023 Date by Caitlin Hornik

The 2023 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, produced by and benefitting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, will be held on October 1. The outdoor market will feature booths by Broadwa…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:25AM
Tuesday, September 12, 2023

‘Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction’ announces 2023 date by Caitlin Hornik

The annual event returns to Shubert Alley to raise funds for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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Corey Stoll, Natalie Gold, Alyssa Emily Marvin to Join Sarah Paulson in Appropriate by Caitlin Hornik

Additional cast and creative team members have been announced for Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ drama Appropriate. Joining the previously announced Sarah Paulson are Corey Stoll, Natalie Gold …

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Corey Stoll, Natalie Gold, Alyssa Emily Marvin to join Sarah Paulson in ‘Appropriate’ by Caitlin Hornik

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ play will open at the Hayes Theater as part of Second Stage’s season.

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‘A Beautiful Noise’ regains footing as overall box office tumbles by Caitlin Hornik

For the week ending Sept. 10., the 21 currently running productions grossed $21,334,228.

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Common, MC Lyte join producing team behind ‘The Wiz’ by Caitlin Hornik

The revival is slated to launch its national tour in Baltimore on Sept. 23 ahead of an intended Broadway run in 2024.

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Why Leslie Odom Jr. Says Ossie Davis’ Purlie Victorious Deserves to be on Broadway by Caitlin Hornik

The first revival of Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch has arrived on Broadway. The play is currently in previews at the Music Box Theatre and slated to ope…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:37AM

Why Leslie Odom Jr. says Ossie Davis’ ‘Purlie Victorious’ deserves to be on Broadway by Caitlin Hornik

Odom, Kara Young and Kenny Leon of “Purlie Victorious” share the play’s origin story.

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Monday, September 11, 2023

Rachel McAdams to Make Broadway Debut in Amy Herzog’s Mary Jane by Caitlin Hornik

Manhattan Theatre Club (MTC) has announced the Broadway premiere of Mary Jane. Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog and directed by Anne Kauffman, Mary Jane will star Academy Award…

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Rachel McAdams to make Broadway debut in Amy Herzog’s ‘Mary Jane’ by Caitlin Hornik

The Manhattan Theatre Club production will open in 2024.

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What the Casting Team Behind How to Dance in Ohio Discovered During Their Eye-Opening Process by Caitlin Hornik

When How to Dance in Ohio opens at the Belasco Theatre this fall, seven autistic actors will make their Broadway debuts portraying autistic characters. The new musical, which begins previe…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:03AM

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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 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
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