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Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Alanis Morissette and Jagged Little Pill Cast Reunite October 13 for the Biden Victory Fund by Dan Meyer

The company of the Broadway musical hosts a virtual fundraiser to support the Biden-Harris election campaign.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:20AM

David Strathairn Stars in Radio Play Adaptation of It Can’t Happen Here October 13 by Dan Meyer

Several cast and creatives from Berkeley Rep’s 2016 production return.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:19AM

Relive a Real Court Case October 13 in Why Would I Dare?: The Trial of Crystal Mason by Dan Meyer

The virtual presentation stars Crystal Dickinson as a woman accused of casting a fraudulent vote in the 2016 election.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:16AM
Monday, October 12, 2020

Several NYC Theatres Hope to Reopen Soon for Socially Distant Indoor Performances by Dan Meyer

The Shed, St. Ann’s Warehouse, and Park Avenue Armory, are among the venues beyond Broadway pushing for permission.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:59PM

RuPaul's Drag Race Alums Monét X Change and Courtney Act Heading to the West End by Dan Meyer

The pair will star in Death Drop at the Garrick Theatre this December.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:40AM

A Christmas Carol Aims to Return to Broadway in 2021 by Dan Meyer

Jack Thorne's adaptation of the Charles Dickens holiday favorite will also tour the U.S., including engagements in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

TEDxBroadway Opens Up Applications for 2020 Young Professional Program by Dan Meyer

The virtual industry summit takes place November 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

Red Bull Theater Presents Virtual Reading of American Moor October 12 by Dan Meyer

The play by Keith Hamilton Cobb explores the intersection of Othello and BIPOC voices.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, October 9, 2020

Read the Reviews for the Socially Distant Production of The Last Five Years in London by Dan Meyer

The Southwark Playhouse staging runs through November 14 and will be streamed globally afterwards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

Help Solve a Broadway Mystery in All About Evil by Dan Meyer

Playbill Social Selects teams up again with Seize the Show for an interactive theatre experience.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:04PM

Live Recordings of Mary Poppins and Les Misérables Will Drop This Fall by Dan Meyer

The West End productions were recorded prior to the shutdown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

London's The Last Five Years Will Stream Worldwide in November by Dan Meyer

The Southwark Playhouse production stars Molly Lynch and Oli Higginson.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:05AM

Listen to Phillipa Soo Sing the KPOP-Inspired ‘Ultraluminary’ From Netflix's Over the Moon by Dan Meyer

The Hamilton Tony nominee performs the new track in the upcoming release.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:11AM

St. Ann’s Warehouse Streams Phyllida Lloyd’s All-Female Julius Caesar October 9 by Dan Meyer

Harriet Walter stars as Brutus in the Shakespeare play, now set in a women's prison.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Phantom of the Opera Streams for Free (Again) October 9 by Dan Meyer

The Shows Must Go On! continues with the Royal Albert Hall production starring Ramin Karimloo and Sierra Boggess.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, October 8, 2020

Actors' Equity and SAG-AFTRA in Stalemate Regarding Streaming Theatre Productions by Dan Meyer

Both unions have released statements on the issue at hand as live, in-person productions remain shuttered.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:47PM

Beetlejuice Stars Will Reunite for Broadway for Biden Pep Rally by Dan Meyer

Tony winners Leslie Uggams, Donna Murphy, Joel Grey, and James Monroe Iglehart are also set to appear.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:57PM

'Re-Imagined' Revelations and More to Premiere Virtually at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater by Dan Meyer

A new interpretation of Pas de Duke was filmed on top of the Woolworth Building in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Jack Thorne’s Adaptation of A Christmas Carol Will Stream Live From The Old Vic by Dan Meyer

The production was seen last season on Broadway and in London.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:05AM

David Kwong’s Virtual Inside the Box Opens October 8 at Geffen Playhouse by Dan Meyer

The live, interactive production includes puzzle-solving, wordplay, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00AM
Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Patti LuPone, Morgan Freeman, Laurie Metcalf, Phylicia Rashad, More to Headline All-Star Play Readings by Dan Meyer

The slate includes Gore Vidal’s The Best Man, Kenneth Lonergan’s This Is Our Youth, and Robert O’Hara’s Barbecue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:59PM

New York's Experimental Ensemble SITI Announces Final Season in 2022 by Dan Meyer

The NYC-based theatre ensemble performed together for over 30 years.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM

Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda and Luis A. Miranda, Jr. Compete in a Father-Son Challenge by Dan Meyer

What is the Hamilton creator’s most embarrassing childhood memory?

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Newcomer Liz Kate Joins Dear Evan Hansen Movie by Dan Meyer

The singer-songwriter takes on a new role in the film adaptation of the Tony-winning musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:28AM

The Phantom of the Opera, Starring Ramin Karimloo and Sierra Boggess, Will Stream for Free Again by Dan Meyer

The Shows Must Go On! continues its free full-length presentations with the production filmed at Royal Albert Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

New Documentary About The Public’s As You Like It Musical Adaptation Streams October 7 by Dan Meyer

Under the Greenwood Tree premieres on WNET’s All Arts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

A 2-Part Virtual Hamilton Tour Begins October 7 With Broadway Up Close and Playbill by Dan Meyer

Tim Dolan guides Broadway fans around the theatre district and beyond from the comfort of their homes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Antonio Cipriano and Kira Stone Perform From New Musical Salem October 7 by Dan Meyer

New York Theatre Barn’s New Works Series continues on YouTube.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep, Lin-Manuel Miranda, More Set for Re-Imagined Public Theater Virtual Gala by Dan Meyer

"We must strive to build institutions worthy of the beauty of our artists," says Kenny Leon, who directs the event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:52PM

Atlantic Theater Company Will Present Virtual Readings of Skeleton Crew and Guards at the Taj by Dan Meyer

The Fall Reunion Reading Series kicks off with Dominique Morisseau’s play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

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