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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Watch Jenn Colella, James Snyder, More in the Why Go Live Docuseries Trailer by Dan Meyer

Rock of Ages' Kelly Devine and P.J. Griffith launched the short video project on Instagram.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM[SHARE]

Listen to Annie Golden and Alan H. Green Sing 'Ain't No Thing' From Broadway Bounty Hunter by Dan Meyer

The soulful '70s-style duet appears on the Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording, out April 24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM[SHARE]

National Theatre at Home to Release Streams of Frankenstein, Starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller by Dan Meyer

The U.K. theatre will also share its production of Antony and Cleopatra, starring Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22AM[SHARE]

Drew Gasparini Hosts Virtual Concert for We Aren't Kids Anymore April 25 by Dan Meyer

The Playbill exclusive event will find Lilli Cooper, Raymond J. Lee, Bonnie Milligan, and Colton Ryan joining the composer to perform from his newly released song cycle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:13AM[SHARE]

Sarah Rasmussen Named McCarter Theatre Center's New Artistic Director by Dan Meyer

Rasmussen has been a leader at Jungle Theatre, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM[SHARE]

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Video Roundup April 22: Patti LuPone Reveals What's Hiding in Her Locker, Mandy Patinkin Struggles With Millennial Lingo by Dan Meyer

Stage favorites are working and content-creating to raise spirits in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:37PM[SHARE]

Watch Matt Doyle Sing 'Hello, Young Lovers' on R&H Goes Live! by Dan Meyer

The YouTube series offers live stream performances and Q&As with a variety of Broadway favorites.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:50PM[SHARE]

Check Out Sydney Lucas, Presley Ryan, and More Young Broadway Performers Celebrating Earth Day by Dan Meyer

Over a dozen young stage alums appeared in the music video, with support from Broadway Green Alliance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Video Roundup April 21: Audra McDonald and Adrianna Hicks, With the Black Women of Broadway, Megan Hilty Finds a Rainbow Connection, More by Dan Meyer

Stage favorites are working to raise spirits in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:52PM[SHARE]

Watch Stephen Sondheim and the Stars of Company Wish Patti LuPone a Happy Birthday by Dan Meyer

The two-time Tony winner plays Joanne in the new production, which was originally to open March 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:52PM[SHARE]

Lin-Manuel Miranda Announces Virtual School Program, #EduHam at Home by Dan Meyer

The free digital program encourages teens and their families to create their own theatrical pieces.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:20PM[SHARE]

Denise Gough, Arthur Darville, More Set for BBC Short Play Showcase Unprecedented by Dan Meyer

The digital short plays will air as part of the BBC Arts' Culture in Quarantine initiative.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM[SHARE]

Monday, April 20, 2020

Video Roundup April 20: Amber Riley Returns to Dreamgirls, Betsy Wolfe Dedicates a Song to Nick Cordero, More by Dan Meyer

Stage favorites are working to raise spirits in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:11PM[SHARE]

Diana Phillips Tapped as President of the Shubert Foundation by Dan Meyer

The current board director will step into the role following the late Michael I. Sovern.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:04PM[SHARE]

Following The Phantom of the Opera, Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies Will Head to YouTube by Dan Meyer

The Shows Must Go On continues April 24 with the Australian production of the musical sequel, starring Ben Lewis and Anna O'Byrne.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:22PM[SHARE]

La Jolla Playhouse to Offer New, Immersive Theatre Experiences for At-Home Entertainment by Dan Meyer

The Without Walls productions include a personalized Netflix binge, a neighborhood walking tour, and a brain teaser mystery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:39PM[SHARE]

Catch Patti LuPone, Darren Criss, Jeremy Pope, More in Hollywood Trailer by Dan Meyer

The Netflix series from Ryan Murphy debuts May 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01AM[SHARE]

Watch Ben Platt, Jennifer Hudson, Leslie Odom, Jr., More Sing on One World: Together at Home by Dan Meyer

Several theatre alums participated in the marathon concert to raise funds for COVID-19 relief efforts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:38AM[SHARE]

Friday, April 17, 2020

Video Roundup April 17: Rent 20th Anniversary Cast Reunites, London Sings Les Misérables, Kathryn Hahn Visits Geffen Stayhouse, More by Dan Meyer

Stage favorites are making the most of social distancing in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:41PM[SHARE]

iHeartRadio Broadway Launches Saturday Matinee Series With Jagged Little Pill, Hadestown, More by Dan Meyer

The station will play shows' entire cast recordings in one sitting each week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM[SHARE]

Catch Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Playbill's Instagram Live April 17 by Dan Meyer

The stage production of Fleabag is available to stream online, with proceeds benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:16AM[SHARE]

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Check Out the Broadway Revival Cast of A Chorus Line Dance Under Quarantine by Dan Meyer

Forty-four cast members took part in recreating the opening combination, including Tony Yazbek, Mario Lopez, and Tony nominee Charlotte d'Amboise.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM[SHARE]

Watch Bonnie Milligan and Amber Ardolino in the Music Video for 'End Up Together' by Dan Meyer

The song comes from the concept album Within Earshot: Anthems for the In-Between.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:25PM[SHARE]

Video Roundup April 16: Christine Baranski and Audra McDonald Are Our Sunshine, Mamma Mia! Stars Sing Out, More by Dan Meyer