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Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Diana Gets Broadway Reopening Schedule and Netflix Release Date by Dan Meyer

The bio-musical was filmed last fall amid the coronvirus pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:20AM

Go Behind the Curtain of the St. James Theatre With Jennifer Ashley Tepper March 30 by Dan Meyer

The Untold Stories of Broadway author offers a virtual tour of the home to Frozen, Hello, Dolly!, and Gypsy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:16AM

Tony Winners John Rubinstein and Linda Lavin Join Being the Ricardos by Dan Meyer

The cast also includes Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem as Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, as well as fellow Tony winner Nina Arianda.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM
Monday, March 29, 2021

New York Will Open COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility to Ages 30+ Beginning March 30 by Dan Meyer

Eligibility will expand to those 16 and older April 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

In The Heights: Finding Home Book Moves Up Publishing Date by Dan Meyer

The book chronicles the musical's journey from page to stage to screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19PM

Ashley Park, Nikki M. James, Anaïs Mitchell, More Star in Amplify 2021 Concert March 29 by Dan Meyer

Kate Baldwin directs the streaming benefit for Maestra Music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Sunday, March 28, 2021

Listen to Celia Keenan-Bolger and Phillipa Soo in Latest Episode of Sunday Pancakes by Dan Meyer

The stars discuss improving your work-life balance and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Friday, March 26, 2021

What The Phantom of the Opera's Open Casting Call Means for Broadway’s Return by Dan Meyer

The Broadway production is searching for a Christine Daaé, and accepting video submissions.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:08PM

Asian and Pacific Islander Theatre Artists Call for Unity and Strength in Anti-Hate PSA by Dan Meyer

The video includes dozens of Broadway alums, including David Henry Hwang and Lea Salonga.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:34PM

Dates Set for the West End Return of Love Letters by Dan Meyer

The A.R. Gurney play reopens at Theatre Royal Haymarket this spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:38AM

Explore Women’s History in Theatre With This Interactive Timeline by Dan Meyer

Celebrate the milestone moments that pushed representation forward in the industry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Thursday, March 25, 2021

Broadway Alum and Emmy Winner Jessica Walter Dies at 80 by Dan Meyer

The star appeared in shows like Anything Goes and Rumors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:51PM

What’s Your Name, Mate? Watch the Australian Cast of Hamilton Perform the Opening Number by Dan Meyer

Theatres continue to reopen Down Under with the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:29PM

Which Tony Nominee Surprised The West Wing Cast During Their Virtual Reunion? by Dan Meyer

This week, Seth hangs out with Wicked star Kerry Ellis, Ashley Spencer and Jeremy Jordan, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:10PM

Paul Foster, Playwright and La MaMa Co-Founder, Dies at 89 by Dan Meyer

Mr. Foster’s works include Tom Paine, Elizabeth 1, and Satyricon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:49PM

Latrice Royale and Willam to Make West End Debut in Death Drop Reopening by Dan Meyer

The drag queen murder-mystery musical returns to the Garrick Theatre this spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep, More Set for 2021 Edition of Night of Covenant House Stars by Dan Meyer

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22AM

Audio Play Version of Dominique Morisseau’s Paradise Blue Debuts March 25 by Dan Meyer

The Williamstown Theatre Festival and Audible co-production stars Simone Missick, Kristolyn Lloyd, André Holland, Keith Randolph Smith, and Blair Underwood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:34AM
Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Free Downtown Live Arts Festival Will Feature In-Person Performances Around NYC by Dan Meyer

Among the artists participating are Eisa Davis, David Greenspan, and Kuhoo Verma.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:27PM

Watch Ariana DeBose in ‘Shall We Dance’ R&H Goes Pop! Music Video by Dan Meyer

The electro-pop take also features lyrics to “A Wonderful Guy” from South Pacific.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Curve Leicester Plans In-Person A Chorus Line for Late 2021 by Dan Meyer

The previously announced production of The Wizard of Oz will now run in 2022.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:57AM
Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Solea Pfeiffer and Joshua Boone Will Star in Tyler Perry's A Jazzman’s Blues by Dan Meyer

The film will debut on Netflix later this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:48PM

Michael Urie Will Lead Netflix Holiday LGBTQIA+ Rom-Com Single All the Way by Dan Meyer

Tony-winning director Michael Mayer is also attached to the project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:15PM

Meryl Streep, Mary-Louise Parker, More Join Spotlight on Plays Spring Lineup by Dan Meyer

The season begins March 25 with Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:59PM

Broadway Revival of Ain't Supposed to Die a Natural Death in the Works by Dan Meyer

Kenny Leon will direct the Melvin Van Peebles musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:31AM

London Sunday in the Park With George Delayed Indefinitely by Dan Meyer

The Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford-led production was due to play the Savoy Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM

Maulik Pancholy Stars in Becky Mode’s Fully Committed March 23 by Dan Meyer

The George Street Playhouse virtual production streams on demand.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, March 22, 2021

Kate Wetherhead Boards The Devil Wears Prada Musical Creative Team by Dan Meyer

The Submissions Only creator joins composer Elton John, lyricist Shaina Taub, and co-book writer Paul Rudnick.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM

Actors’ Equity Responds to Members’ Town Hall Request Letter by Dan Meyer

The union posted a letter of its own, pledging to hold an event addressing calls for clarity as the industry eyes a reopening.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04AM

Celebrate 100 Years of the Walter Kerr Theatre With André De Shields, Stephanie J. Block, More by Dan Meyer

An interactive timeline highlights the Broadway venue’s historic milestones.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

Disney’s The Lion King Sets West End Reopening Dates by Dan Meyer

After its coronavirus hiatus, the Tony-winning musical will roar again this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:56AM

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