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Monday, August 24, 2020

QUEER|ART ANNOUNCES EVA YAA ASANTEWAA GRANT FOR QUEER WOMEN(+) DANCE ARTISTS by Matthew Wexler

The grant will be awarded U.S.-based artists for making cutting-edge dance and movement-based performance work. Queer|Art encourages self-identified women, gender-nonconforming, and nonbinar…

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Friday, August 21, 2020

Breaking: Digital Tony Awards to be Held This Fall by Matthew Wexler

We've all been wondering how the American Theatre Wing would handle the Tony Awards due to the abbreviated Broadway season and COVID-19. The answer, like everything else this year, take it o…

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Thursday, August 20, 2020

Airbnb Launches Online Theater Experiences by Matthew Wexler

From storytelling through song with Tituss Burgess to learning the can-can with cast members from "Moulin Rouge!," Airbnb is raising the curtain for at-home theater experiences. The post Air…

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Goodman Theatre Unveils 8-Play 2021 Season by Matthew Wexler

Chicago's Goodman Theatre announces its 2021 season, including a musical adaptation of "The Outsiders" and a new play by Doug Wright starring Sean Hayes from "Will & Grace." The post Goo…

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Don’t Miss: Panel Discussion of Disney+’s ‘Howard’ by Matthew Wexler

92Y presents director Don Hahn and cast members from some of Disney's most famous animated films as they discuss the life & work of lyricist Howard Ashman. The post Don’t Miss: Panel D…

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Friday, August 14, 2020

Theater News: The Past Week in Five Acts by Matthew Wexler

Theater news of the week includes the opening of 'Godspell,' Andrew Lloyd Webber's COVID-19 trial vaccination, and a dispute between Scott Rudin and SpotCo. The post Theater News: The Past W…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:18PM
Thursday, August 13, 2020

MCC Announces Initial ‘Miscast20’ Performers by Matthew Wexler

MCC Theater brings together stars of stage and screen to sing songs from roles in which they would never be cast. Watch for free on YouTube on September 13. The post MCC Announces Initial �…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:24PM
Tuesday, August 11, 2020

La Mama Announces 20-21 Season: ‘Breaking It Open’ by Matthew Wexler

La Mama returns for its 59th season with an unprecedented schedule of programming that's pushing artist boundaries through technology and form. The post La Mama Announces 20-21 Season: ‘Br…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:12PM
Monday, August 10, 2020

Watch: Best of the Brits From Official London Theatre      by Matthew Wexler

Watch performances and interviews from 'Six,' 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie,' 'Come From Away' and more as the Brits do their best to keep spirits high. The post Watch: Best of the Brits …

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Friday, August 7, 2020

Watch: Kevin Kline in ‘Present Laughter’ by Matthew Wexler

Kevin Kline won a Tony Award for his performance in this Noël Coward classic. Watch it for free through August 29. The post Watch: Kevin Kline in ‘Present Laughter’ appeared first on T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:32PM
Thursday, August 6, 2020

Remembering Critic and Playwright Eric Bentley by Matthew Wexler

The theater world mourns the loss of legendary critic and playwright Eric Bentley, who died at his Manhattan home on August 5 at the age of 103. The post Remembering Critic and Playwright Er…

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Don’t Miss: ‘Different Stars,’ a Queer Song Cycle by Matthew Wexler

Karl Saint Lucy's queer song cycle, "Different Stars: A Reckoning with Time, Trauma, and Circumstance," premieres on August 15. The post Don’t Miss: ‘Different Stars,’ a Queer Song Cy…

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Watch: Broadway Bares – Zoom In by Matthew Wexler

The show must go on! Don't miss the first-ever online version of Broadway Bares, which raises funds for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The post Watch: Broadway Bares – Zoom In appeared…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:32PM
Monday, August 3, 2020

As Chicago’s PrideArts Faces a Reckoning, Donterrio Johnson Steps Into the Ashes by Matthew Wexler

“I’m starting to create a queer theater company that is modern and right now,” says PrideArts' newly appointed artistic director Donterrio Johnson. The post As Chicago’s PrideArts Fa…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:48AM
Friday, July 31, 2020

Don’t Miss: ‘Broadway Bares: Zoom In’ by Matthew Wexler

The annual fundraising event for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will live on digitally through streamed sizzling striptease featuring NYC’s hottest dancers. The post Don’t Miss: ‘B…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:42AM
Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Dark Days in London as West End Buckles Under Pandemic Impact by Matthew Wexler

Leading producers and artists like Cameron Mackintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber rally a cry for help from Britain’s government to save theaters. The post Dark Days in London as West End Buck…

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Monday, July 27, 2020

EGOT! Alan Menken Wins Emmy Award by Matthew Wexler

Composer Alan Menken became the 16th person to achieve EGOT status last night, winning a Daytime Emmy Award for best original song in a children's, young adult or animated program. The post …

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Sunday, July 26, 2020

Black Theatre Coalition Formed to End Industry’s Racial Inequalities by Matthew Wexler

A new organization employs a 3-part action plan to increase work opportunities for Black theater pros.  The post Black Theatre Coalition Formed to End Industry’s Racial Inequalities appea…

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Thursday, July 23, 2020

Watch: The Public Theater’s ‘THE LINE’ by Matthew Wexler

Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen's documentary-style feature for The Public Theater draws inspiration from interviews with NYC frontline medical workers. The post Watch: The Public Theater’s …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:18PM
Wednesday, July 22, 2020

According to Tony Nominee Ethan Slater, ‘Life is Weird’ by Matthew Wexler

Broadway star Ethan Slater releases his new EP, "Life is Weird," featuring three original tracks. Produced in collaboration with Mike Dobson. The post According to Tony Nominee Ethan Slater,…

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Don’t Miss: ‘Be More Chill’ Reunion by Matthew Wexler

The creative team, Broadway and London cast members gather for a 'Be More Chill' podcast reunion on Wednesday, July 22. The post Don’t Miss: ‘Be More Chill’ Reunion appeared first on T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:12AM
Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Watch Now: National Theatre’s ‘Amadeus’ by Matthew Wexler

Stream for free the National Theatre's captivating revival of 'Amadeus,' directed by Michael Longhurst and featuring Lucian Msamati as Salieri. The post Watch Now: National Theatre’s ‘Am…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:18AM
Friday, July 17, 2020

Don’t Miss: ‘The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess’ on PBS by Matthew Wexler

PBS broadcasts The Met's recent revival of 'Gershwins' Porgy and Bess," co-starring Eric Owns and Angel Blue and directed by James Robinson. The post Don’t Miss: ‘The Gershwins’ Porgy …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:54PM
Thursday, July 16, 2020

Lincoln Center Commemorates 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by Matthew Wexler

Lincoln Center is offering a series of public and private events focused on addressing disability justice through artistry, career development and audience engagement. The post Lincoln Cente…

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Broadway Bites: 5 Can’t-Miss Videos by Matthew Wexler

"Hamilton" jam session, Betty Buckley, Shoshana Bean and Adrienne Warren are just some of the surprises you'll find in this week's Broadway video picks. The post Broadway Bites: 5 Can’t-Mi…

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Transport Group to Stream ‘Broadbend, Arkansas’ by Matthew Wexler

Transport Group's critically acclaimed world premiere musical, "Broadbend, Arkansas" will stream for free beginning July 20. The post Transport Group to Stream ‘Broadbend, Arkansas’ appe…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:48PM
Monday, July 13, 2020

Watch: National Theatre’s ‘The Deep Blue Sea’ by Matthew Wexler

One of the greatest female stage roles in contemporary theater comes to life in the National Theatre's devastating post-war masterpiece, "The Deep Blue Sea," by Terence Rattigan. The post W…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:36PM
Friday, July 10, 2020

Lawyers and Laughs: ‘The Portuguese Kid’ by Matthew Wexler

Jason Alexander and Sheri Renee Scott star in 'The Portuguese Kid' by Academy Award and Pulitzer Prize winner John Patrick Shanley. Streaming on BroadwayHD. The post Lawyers and Laughs: ‘T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:18PM
Thursday, July 9, 2020

Poolside Antics: ‘Brights Colors and Bold Patterns’ by Matthew Wexler

Drew Droege's hilarious one-person show "Bright Colors and Bold Patterns" about a Palm Springs gay wedding is now streaming on BroadwayHD. The post Poolside Antics: ‘Brights Colors and Bol…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:03AM
Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Cockeyed Optimist: Theater Publicist Keith Sherman by Matthew Wexler

Longtime press agent Keith Sherman discusses his 30-year theater career, the impact of coronavirus, and how to live an authentic life even when a show is a flop. The post Cockeyed Optimist:…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:48PM
Monday, July 6, 2020

Watch: The National Theatre’s ‘Les Blancs’ by Matthew Wexler

"Les Blancs" is a powerful work that confronts the hope and tragedy of revolution, and marks the National Theatre debut of the multi-award-winning director Yaël Farber. The post Watch: The…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:12PM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime