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Friday, May 21, 2021

A Look at What's to Come at NYC's Newly Opened Little Island by Dan Meyer

Manhattan's latest park welcomes Tina Landau, Broadway Inspirational Voices, American Ballet Theatre, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:11PM[SHARE]

Read the Reviews for the In The Heights Movie by Dan Meyer

Jon M. Chu directs the new film, adapted from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes' musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM[SHARE]

Hamilton Los Angeles Run Pushed Up to Summer Start by Dan Meyer

The Lin-Manuel Miranda musical was originally slated to resume at the Pantages Theatre in October; it will now take the stage in August.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM[SHARE]

The Cher Show Is Heading to U.K. and Ireland in a New Production by Dan Meyer

The tour will be directed by Arlene Phillips, with choreography by Oti Mabuse and costumes by Gabriella Slade.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:23AM[SHARE]

2021 Drama League Awards Ceremony Streams May 21 by Dan Meyer

The organization honors digital theatre, audio plays, virtual concerts, and more in its 87th annual ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Thursday, May 20, 2021

The Show Must Go On! Live at the Palace Theatre Will Live Stream Globally for Free by Dan Meyer

The musical celebration features Aisha Jawando, Zizi Strallen, Alice Fern, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM[SHARE]

Front Row Productions Fellowship for Emerging Theatremakers Now Accepting Applications by Dan Meyer

Led by Stephen Byrd, Alia Jones-Harvey, and Columbia University, the program welcomes Jordan Roth, Eva Price, and more as mentors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:09PM[SHARE]

Paula Vogel's Bard at the Gate Sets Multi-Season Return in New Partnership with McCarter Theatre Center by Dan Meyer

Plays by Zakiyyah Alexander, Jose Rivera, Christina Anderson, and more will be presented.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM[SHARE]

Michael Breslin and Patrick Foley's This American Wife Goes Digital May 20 by Dan Meyer

The Circle Jerk creators bring their Real Housewives-inspired work to life on screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM[SHARE]

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical Ready to Rock in London This Summer by Dan Meyer

Aisha Jawando will step into the title role when the bio-musical returns.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:46AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Watch Sara Bareilles Turn Girls5Eva Reviews Into a Broadway Song by Dan Meyer

The Tony-nominated composer, along with Renée Elise Goldberry, Andrew Rannells, and Erika Henningson, took over TikTok May 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM[SHARE]

The Drama Book Shop Will Reopen in New Location in June by Dan Meyer

The store was promised new life in 2019 by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail, Jefferey Seller, and James L. Nederlander after it faced threats of shuttering permanently.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM[SHARE]

Kathryn Hahn Really Wants Theatres to Reopen"So She Did The Sisters Rosensweig From Her Garage by Dan Meyer

The stage and screen favorite talks about the play's legacy, her virtual co-stars, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM[SHARE]

NAATCO's Streaming Presentation of Our Town Premieres May 19 by Dan Meyer

The virtual benefit features an all-Asian American cast, including Amy Hill and Midori Frances Iwama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Alfred Molina Will Star in Latest Live Stream Production of We Have to Hurry by Dan Meyer

Patricia Vanstone returns to direct the Dorothy Lyman play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM[SHARE]

WATCH: Why NAATCO's Upcoming All-Asian Our Town Is 'a Balm' for These Times by Dan Meyer

Amy Hill, Midori Francis Iwama, Yumi Iwama, and Mia Katigbak join a roundtable discussion led by Peter Kim.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM[SHARE]

Broadway-Aimed Paradise Square Will Play Chicago by Dan Meyer

The musical will play the James M. Nederlander Theatre later this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM[SHARE]

Deborah S. Craig, Raymond J. Lee, Manu Narayan, More Set for Viral Monologues May 18 by Dan Meyer

The latest The 24 Hour Plays installment supports Asian Americans Advancing Justice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM[SHARE]

Deborah S. Craig, Raymond Lee, Manu Narayan, More Set for Viral Monologues May 18 by Dan Meyer

The latest The 24 Hour Plays installment supports Asian Americans Advancing Justice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM[SHARE]
Monday, May 17, 2021

Full Casting Announced for Romeo and Juliet at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre by Dan Meyer

The limited run begins June 17 at the London venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:50AM[SHARE]

Nottingham Playhouse Sets New Dates for Piaf, Starring Jenna Russell by Dan Meyer

The show will be presented to in-person and live stream audiences.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:14AM[SHARE]

Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep, More Take Part in 2021 Edition of Night of Covenant House Stars May 17 by Dan Meyer

The virtual concert is a benefit to raise awareness and funds for homeless youth.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Sunday, May 16, 2021

Celia Keenan-Bolger and Laura Benanti Discuss Women, Power, and Pressure on Latest Sunday Pancakes by Dan Meyer

A recent mini-episode also looked at readjusting to life post-pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM[SHARE]
Saturday, May 15, 2021

Audio Adaptation of Broadway Musical Fela! Arrives on Clubhouse May 15 by Dan Meyer

The show is re-framed against the backdrop of the #EndSARS movement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Film Adaptation of Heather Christian's Animal Wisdom Debuts May 15 by Dan Meyer

The digital presentation is based on The Bushwick Starr's 2017 production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Friday, May 14, 2021

Watch Jonathan Lee's Short Dance Film Come Together to #StopAAPIHate by Dan Meyer

The piece is co-choreographed by Lee, Karla Garcia, and Kellen Stancil.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:57PM[SHARE]

Diana Will Return to Broadway Sooner Than Planned by Dan Meyer

The bio-musical was most recently slated to begin previews December 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM[SHARE]

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Confirms Fall 2021 Dates for West End Premiere by Dan Meyer

The show will open at the Piccadilly Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:28AM[SHARE]

Hamilton Producer Jeffrey Seller Confirms COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for All Cast and Crew by Dan Meyer

The Lin-Manuel Miranda musical returns to Broadway September 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM[SHARE]

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