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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Last Call: Stream the Curtain Up! Finale Concert Before It Expires September 22 by Dan Meyer

Captured live from Times Square, the concert featured performances by stars from 23 Broadway shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:22PM

Judy Kuhn, Nathan Lee Graham, Nic Rouleau, More to Perform at NAMT 2021 Festival by Dan Meyer

The annual showcase will run October 21 and 22 in a hybrid digital/in-person format.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

19 Theatre Reads to Check Out in Fall 2021 by Dan Meyer

A stitching memoir from Sutton Foster, a Tommy Tune biography, and a celebration of women in theatre are just a few books out this season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

Billy Crystal Will Star in Mr. Saturday Night Musical at Barrington Stage Company by Dan Meyer

The limited run, also featuring Randy Graff, is scheduled for October 22-30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM
Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Mean Girls Movie Musical: Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne Tapped to Direct by Dan Meyer

Tina Fey, Lorne Michaels, Nell Benjamin, and Jeff Richmond remain attached to the Paramount Players project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:11PM

Why Choreographer Annie B-Parson Needed Harnesses for Broadway’s American Utopia by Dan Meyer

From equipment for band members to her unconventional vocabulary, the choreographer pushes boundaries with her work in David Byrne’s concert event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM

Micki Grant: A Celebration of Life Will Allow Fans to Pay Tribute in NYC and From Home by Dan Meyer

A memorial service for the composer-performer will be held at Riverside Church.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

Blithe Spirit, Starring Jennifer Saunders, Opens in the West End September 21 by Dan Meyer

The comedy moved to the Harold Pinter Theatre after a run was cut short due to the pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, September 20, 2021

7 Highlights from Curtain Up! That Will Have You Celebrating the Return of Broadway by Dan Meyer

The festival ran in Times Square September 17-19, but there’s plenty of footage to enjoy from home.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

2021 Emmys: Hamilton, Hannah Waddingham, More Shout Out Theatre Artist Representation on Screen by Dan Meyer

Among the night's big winners were Ted Lasso and The Crown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Sunday, September 19, 2021

Last Call: How to Stream the Curtain Up! Finale Concert From Home September 19 by Dan Meyer

Live from Times Square, the concert features 23 Broadway shows and begins at 11 AM ET.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Friday, September 17, 2021

Jagged Little Pill, Addressing Controversy Over Gender Identity Depiction, Hires Director of People & Culture by Dan Meyer

The producers of the Alanis Morissette musical have issued a statement and apology that outlines some of the initial steps they will take.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:34PM

Broadway Stars Set for Playbill Panels at New York Comic Con 2021 by Dan Meyer

Nik Walker, Anthony Rapp, Lesli Margherita, Will Roland, and more will join in the nerdy fun.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:52PM

Watch Amber Gray, André De Shields, and Hadestown Cast Perform on Good Morning America by Dan Meyer

The Tony-winning musical resumed Broadway performances September 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM

5-Person Cast Set for Off-Broadway Revival of Anna Deavere Smith’s Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 by Dan Meyer

The show, originally a solo piece, will now feature an ensemble cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:50PM

Watch Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Cast Share Advice From West End, Drag Queen Names, More by Dan Meyer

The movie musical adaptation is streaming September 17 on Amazon Prime Video.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

Broadway Cast of Six Performs Opening Number ‘Ex-Wives’ in National TV Debut by Dan Meyer

The Broadway stars stopped by The Tonight Show on the eve of their first return performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:44AM

Watch Six Creators Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss Play ‘Tudor Queen or Broadway Queen?’ by Dan Meyer

The musical resumes previews September 17 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM

A Commercial Jingle for Regina Comet Begins Off-Broadway September 17 by Dan Meyer

Show creators Alex Wyse and Ben Fankhauser star in the musical alongside Bryonha Marie Parham.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Celebrate Broadway's Reopening With Curtain Up! Outdoor Festival in Times Square September 17-19 by Dan Meyer

22 events, including concerts and panels, are scheduled for fans to enjoy for free.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, September 16, 2021

Coal Country, Adam Rapp’s The Cube, Solea Pfeiffer, More Tapped for Audible Theater Fall 2021 Season by Dan Meyer

Three more in-person stagings and four Audible Originals have been added to the slate.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:09PM

Watch Ben Platt Perform ‘Waving Through a Window’ Ahead of Dear Evan Hansen Movie Release by Dan Meyer

The Tony winner, who reprises his performance on screen, stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:51AM

Blithe Spirit, Starring Jennifer Saunders, Returns to the West End September 16 by Dan Meyer

The comedy moves to the Harold Pinter Theatre after a run was cut short due to the pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Kristolyn Lloyd Joins the Cast of Fairycakes Off-Broadway by Dan Meyer

The Dear Evan Hansen alum replaces Alfie Fuller.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:57PM

BroadwayCon Will Return to NYC in 2022 by Dan Meyer

Special guests will include Anthony Rapp, Andrew Barth Feldman, Carolee Carmello, Nik Walker, and Jacqueline B. Arnold.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:23PM

Watch Adrienne Warren Sing ‘Private Dancer’ From Tina—The Tina Turner Musical by Dan Meyer

The current Tony nominee appeared on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon September 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:45AM

Back on Broadway: Watch as Hamilton, Wicked, The Lion King, More Welcome Back Audiences by Dan Meyer

Check out these speeches and curtain calls from one of the biggest nights in theatre history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM
Tuesday, September 14, 2021

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer Joins Curtain Up! Kick Off Ceremony by Dan Meyer

The event also features performances by Brian Stokes Mitchell, Jessica Vosk, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Read the Reviews for Back to the Future The Musical in London by Dan Meyer

The screen-to-stage adaptation opened September 13 at the Adelphi Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Watch Jeremy Jordan, Tammy Blanchard, More Sing ‘Skid Row’ From Little Shop of Horrors by Dan Meyer

The Off-Broadway cast performed on The Tonight Show September 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM

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