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Wednesday, December 30, 2020

Last Chance: Chicago Shakespeare Theater's 'Peter Pan' by Matthew Wexler

Don't miss Chicago Shakespeare Theater's free offering of "Peter Pan" streaming through January 1. The post Last Chance: Chicago Shakespeare Theater's 'Peter Pan' appeared first on The Broad…

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Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Watch: 'Make Them Hear You/Grateful' From Actors Fund Benefit by Matthew Wexler

Broadway's best gathered to sing a medley of "Make Them Hear You/Grateful" to raise much-needed resources for The Actors Fund. The post Watch: 'Make Them Hear You/Grateful' From Actors Fund …

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Monday, December 28, 2020

All-Star Cast Announced for 'Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical' Benefit by Matthew Wexler

Wayne Brady (Django) and Tituss Burgess (Remy) lead an all-star cast in a TikTok musical benefit inspired by the hit animated film 'Ratatouille.' The post All-Star Cast Announced for 'Rat…

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Thursday, December 24, 2020

Our Favorite Broadway Stars Sing Songs of the Season by Matthew Wexler

Enjoy some of our favorite stars such as Audra McDonald, Norm Lewis, Idina Menzel, Jeremy Jordan and more sing our most beloved songs of the season. The post Our Favorite Broadway Stars Sin…

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Another Voice Rises to the Angels: Remembering Rebecca Luker by Matthew Wexler

The theater community grieves the loss of another celebrated performer with the passing of Rebecca Luker. The post Another Voice Rises to the Angels: Remembering Rebecca Luker appeared first…

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Watch: American Dance Machine for the 21st Century's "The Music and the Mirror" by Matthew Wexler

Twenty-seven dancers filmed themselves performing "The Music and the Mirror" from "A Chorus Line" " this is the result. The post Watch: American Dance Machine for the 21st Century's "The Mus…

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Monday, December 21, 2020

Listen: Jason Robert Brown's 'Coming From Inside the House' by Matthew Wexler

The Tony Award-winning composer/lyricist's virtual benefit concert for SubCulture is now available featuring Ariana Grande and Shoshana Bean. The post Listen: Jason Robert Brown's 'Coming Fr…

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Friday, December 18, 2020

Watch Now: Shoshana Bean's 'Sing Your Hallelujah' by Matthew Wexler

Broadway and recording artist Shoshana Bean celebrates the season with a special filmed at New York City's legendary Apollo Theater. The post Watch Now: Shoshana Bean's 'Sing Your Hallelujah…

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Thursday, December 17, 2020

August Wilson's Legacy Well-Preserved in Netflix's 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' by Matthew Wexler

Viola Davis stars in the screen adaptation of August Wilson's 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' " giving a must-watch performance of the year. The post August Wilson's Legacy Well-Preserved in Netf…

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Don't Miss: 'Drag Out the Holly: A Holiday Drag Extravaganza' by Matthew Wexler

Alexis Michelle, Jujubee, and Peppermint, along with NYC drag queen Lagoona Bloo and pop singer Bright Light Bright Light headline the holiday drag special. The post Don't Miss: 'Dr…

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

All That Jazz And More: Remembering Ann Reinking by Matthew Wexler

The theater community mourns the loss of Ann Reinking, whose Broadway career spanned more than 40 years as a performer, choreographer and director. The post All That Jazz And More: Rememberi…

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Don't Miss: The Cast of 'Moulin Rouge!' Reunites for 92Y Event by Matthew Wexler

The cast of 'Moulin Rouge!' takes to the virtual stage for a behind-the-scenes look at the show that's been nominated for 14 Tony Awards. The post Don't Miss: The Cast of 'Moulin Rouge!' Reu…

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Monday, December 14, 2020

Don't Miss: Idina Menzel's Holiday Sing-a-Long by Matthew Wexler

The weather outside may be frightful, but Tony Award winner Idina Menzel promises to keep things cozy and warm with a holiday sing-along. The post Don't Miss: Idina Menzel's Holiday Sing-a-L…

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Saturday, December 12, 2020

Meet the Latest Cast Member of ALW's 'Cinderella,' Ivano Turco by Matthew Wexler

Watch a video of the second piece of music from Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Cinderella," "Only You, Lonely You," sung by Ivano Turco. The post Meet the Latest Cast Member of ALW's 'Cindere…

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Friday, December 11, 2020

Watch: Behind the Scenes of Netflix's 'The Prom' by Matthew Wexler

The all-star cast " including Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, Kerry Washington and more " comments on what made filming so special. The post Watch: Behind the Scenes of Netflix's …

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Ars Nova Raises Over 400K in 24-Hour Livestream Telethon by Matthew Wexler

Ars Nova's 24-hour livestream featured more than 200 artists, taking inspiration from classic TV telethons. The post Ars Nova Raises Over 400K in 24-Hour Livestream Telethon appeared first o…

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Theatre Communications Group Releases 40th Annual Research Report by Matthew Wexler

Based on the annual TCG Fiscal Survey, Theatre Facts is the only in-depth report that examines the attendance, performance, and overall fiscal state of the U.S. professional nonp…

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Jeremy O. Harris Announces The Golden Collection by Black Playwrights by Matthew Wexler

Last night on "Late Night with Seth Meyers," playwright Jeremy O. Harris announced The Golden Collection, composed of 15 plays by prominent Black playwrights including "Slave Pla…

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Monday, December 7, 2020

Theatergoers and John Gore Organization Donate $1 Million to BC/EFA by Matthew Wexler

Many Broadway Across America purchasers donated the cost of their unused tickets to BC/EFA, with the John Gore Organization contributing additional funds. The post Theatergoers and John Gore…

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Saturday, December 5, 2020

Weekend Watch: Don't Miss These Theatrical Events by Matthew Wexler

Ana Gasteyer, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Vanessa Williams and Split Britches are among this weekend's streaming highlights. The post Weekend Watch: Don't Miss These Theatrical Event…

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Thursday, December 3, 2020

Listen Now: 'A Streetcar Named Desire' by Matthew Wexler

Tony-nominated director Robert O'Hara helms an all-star cast for an audio version of Tennessee Williams' 'A Streetcar Named Desire.' The post Listen Now: 'A Streetcar Named Desire' appeared …

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Don't Miss: Live & In Color's '2020 Roasting on an Open Fire' by Matthew Wexler

Live & In Color will be kicking it old school this month with '2020 Roasting on an Open Fire,' a retro online holiday special premiering December 17. The post Don't Miss: Live & I…

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Don't Miss: 'The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Special' by Matthew Wexler

Hold on to your sugarplums and get ready for a holiday drag spectacular that's as magical as a flying reindeer and as unexpected as a virgin birth! The post Don't Miss: 'The Jinkx & DeLa…

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Monday, November 30, 2020

Don't Miss: 'Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony' by Matthew Wexler

Sarah Brightman, the world's biggest-selling soprano and Phantom's original Christine, headlines her first-ever Christmas livestream event, 'Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony.' …

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Friday, November 27, 2020

Watch: 'The Prom,' Official Trailer by Matthew Wexler

Fans of the Broadway musical "The Prom" can now get a first glimpse of the film version, premiering on Netflix and in select theaters on December 11. The post Watch: 'The Prom,' Offici…

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Thursday, November 26, 2020

Giving Thanks: Our 10 Favorite Broadway Show-Stoppers by Matthew Wexler

It's with gratitude for artists of days gone by and those who will soon return to the stage that we share our favorite show-stoppers in musical theater history. The post Giving Thanks: Our 1…

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Feinstein's/54 Below Announces New Streaming Series by Matthew Wexler

54 Below Premieres will feature cinematic, four-camera HD shoots to bring the glamour and intimacy of "Broadway's Living Room" directly to in-home screens. The post Feinstein's/54 Below A…

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020

TedXBroadway Recap: What's the Best That Broadway Can Be? by Matthew Wexler

Resilience and patience were the recurring themes at this year's TedXBroadway as speakers navigated the uncertain road ahead for live performance. The post TedXBroadway Recap: What's the Bes…

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Friday, November 20, 2020

Broadway Cares to Stream 'Home for the Holidays' by Matthew Wexler

A stellar lineup of theater favorites will show there's no place like Broadway for the holidays for a special streaming concert on Dec. 15. The post Broadway Cares to Stream 'Home for the Ho…

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

Broadway Records to Release Ahrens and Flaherty Song Cycles by Matthew Wexler

Fans of Ahrens and Flaherty can look forward to two previously unheard song cycles, being released by Broadway Records this December. The post Broadway Records to Release Ahrens and Flaherty…

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

'Thoughts of a Colored Man' Heads to Broadway by Matthew Wexler

'Thoughts of a Colored Man' will mark the Broadway debuts of playwright Keenan Scott II and director Steve H. Broadnax III. The post 'Thoughts of a Colored Man' Heads to Broadway appeared fi…

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