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Sunday, June 11, 2023

Andrew Lloyd Webber Reacts to Bad Cinderella Closing on Broadway by Meg Masseron

The decorated composer also opines on the current state of Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Ariana DeBose Will Perform a Medley for the Opening Number of the 2023 Tony Awards by Meg Masseron

It was constructed and arranged by Macy Schmidt and Benjamin Rauhala, for a ceremony that will be unscripted.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Invasive Species at The Tank Extends Performances by Meg Masseron

Maia Novi's play was written as a response to Yale University's mental health policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:49PM

Friday, June 9, 2023

Jenn Colella, Jerry Mitchell, Lenny Wolpe, More to Lead Barn on Fire Residency by Meg Masseron

New York Theatre Barn and Fire Island Pines Arts Project in association with The P. Austin Foundation will join forces again for the second annual Barn on Fire residency.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:49AM

Winners Announced for the 1st Dorian Theatre Awards; Kimberly Akimbo Tops the List by Meg Masseron

The inaugural awards give LGBTQ critics the change to annually honor Broadway and Off-Broadway artistry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:49AM

Thursday, June 8, 2023

Abraham Lim and KPOP Cast Members Will Sing 'Love Songs For Pride (From The AAPI Community)' by Meg Masseron

The event at the Green Room 42 will feature musical theatre favorites and original compositions

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:37PM

Original 'Doc Brown' Christopher Lloyd Visits the Broadway Cast of Back to the Future by Meg Masseron

The musical adaptation of the hit film opens August 3 at the Winter Garden Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

New York Theatre Barn Will Release First Single From New Musicals Mixtape by Meg Masseron

The theatre company, in collaboration with Theatre Barn Records, is dedicated to releasing EPs and concept albums of musicals in development.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:19AM

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Get a Sneak Peek of the Encores! Orchestra Rehearsing for The Light in the Piazza by Meg Masseron

The Adam Guettel-Craig Lucas musical plays New York City Center starring Ruthie Ann Miles beginning June 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

Sunday, June 4, 2023

See Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal Onstage Together at Without You by Meg Masseron

For the curtain call of Rapp's solo show, he brought his Rent costar up to sing "What You Own."

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Saturday, June 3, 2023

The Jeopardy! Category Is...Andrew Lloyd Webber by Meg Masseron

Get your buzzers ready and test your musical theatre knowledge for a whole category dedicated to the British composer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Friday, June 2, 2023

WP Theater Announces 2023-2024 Season With 2 World Premieres and the 2024 WP Pipeline Festival by Meg Masseron

The spring play festival will feature five new plays written, directed, and produced by the 2022-2024 WP Lab.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM

Lincoln Center Theater's Camelot Releases Cast Recording June 2 by Meg Masseron

Andrew Burnap, Phillipa Soo, and Jordan Donica lead the Aaron Sorkin-helmed revival of Lerner and Loewe's classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:48AM

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Get a 1st Look at Broadway's Back to the Future with New Rehearsal Photos by Meg Masseron

The Olivier-winning West End production is crossing the pond this summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Monday, May 29, 2023

Tony Nominee Katy Sullivan Says It's Time For More Disability Representation on Broadway by Meg Masseron

The Cost of Living star is the first actor who's an amputee to be on Broadway, but she's ready for more accessibility

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

Saturday, May 27, 2023

Go Inside Opening Night of Primary Trust, Starring The Good Place's William Jackson Harper by Meg Masseron

Kenny Leon and Lilli Cooper were some of the attendees at the Roundabout Theatre Company play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Friday, May 26, 2023

Kimberly Akimbo Hosting Script-Signing Event at The Drama Bookshop by Meg Masseron

Creators of the Tony-nominated musical Jeanine Tesori and David Lindsay-Abaire will host a Q&A before signing scripts for fans.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Thursday, May 25, 2023

New York Classical Theatre Announces All-Women and Gender-Fluid Cast for Richard III by Meg Masseron

Stephen Burdman directs the production, which has also committed to "disability-forward" casting of the titular character.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Broadway Bets Raises Record-Breaking Total of $332,465 for Broadway Cares by Meg Masseron

All proceeds from the May 22 casino-style event benefited Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

New York Classical Theatre Announces All-Women and Genderfluid Cast for Richard III by Meg Masseron

Stephen Burdman directs the production, which has also committed to "disability-forward" casting of the titular character.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Marti Cummings Will Debut Drugs, Drag, and Divorce at Joe's Pub by Meg Masseron

The NYC drag artist and activist will make their solo concert debut at the Public Theater's cabaret venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

Maia Novi's Invasive Species Will Make World Premiere at The Tank by Meg Masseron

Pulitzer Prize finalist Michael Breslin will direct the limited run production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Monday, May 22, 2023

Ramin Karimloo, Aaron Tveit, Anthony Rapp, and More Put on Their Poker Faces for Broadway Bets May 22 by Meg Masseron

All proceeds from the casino-style event benefit Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM

Sunday, May 21, 2023

The Tony Nominees for Featured Actor in a Musical Size Up the Competition by Meg Masseron

With the Tony Awards in just three weeks, the five nominees got together for a meal at Joe Allen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Friday, May 19, 2023

Two River Theater Will Stage Hair, Kate Hamill's The Scarlet Letter, August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean, More in Upcoming Season by Meg Masseron

The New Jersey theater company will host two world premiere productions during its 30th anniversary season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Jared Grimes to Host 2023 Chita Rivera Awards, With Presenters John Riddle, Bebe Neuwirth, Charlotte d’Amboise, More by Meg Masseron

The yearly awards honor dance and choreographic excellence.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Ramin Karimloo, Aaron Tveit, Anthony Rapp, and More Will Put on Their Poker Faces for Broadway Bets by Meg Masseron

All proceeds from the casino-style event will benefit Broadway Cares.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Reba McEntire Wants Shucked's Caroline Innerbichler to Play Her in a Biopic by Meg Masseron

The beloved country star says that while seeing Shucked, Innerbichler "reminded" her of the often-asked question of who she'd cast as herself.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

Monday, May 15, 2023

Illegal: A New Musical Releases Cast Album by Meg Masseron

Performed by an all Asian-American cast, the 15-song album features music and lyrics by Skyler Chin and Sita Sunil.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Friday, May 12, 2023

Steven Skybell, More Join The Lehman Trilogy at Boston's Huntington Theatre by Meg Masseron

The Tony-winning play will open at the Massachusetts theatre June 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

NYC on Track to Ban Height and Weight Discrimination, What Does It Mean For Broadway? by Meg Masseron

Bill INT 0209 prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's height and weight in matters of employment, housing, and public accommodations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:02AM

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