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Friday, May 12, 2023

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

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Michael Lee Brown, Lexi Lawson, Brennyn Lark, Cara Rose DiPietro to Star in Presentation of Beethoven: Live In Concert by Meg Masseron

The new musical by Jad Jacob chronicles the life and music of Beethoven set to an electric rock score.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24PM

Get a First Glimpse at Melissa McCarthy as Ursula in The Little Mermaid by Meg Masseron

The adaptation of the beloved Disney cartoon will debut in theatres May 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:42PM

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

See All the Actors in a Play Nominated for a 2023 Tony Award by Meg Masseron

Broadway's top honors will be awarded on June 11 at the United Palace Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36PM

See All the Actors in a Musical Nominated for a 2023 Tony Awards by Meg Masseron

Broadway's top honors will be awarded on June 11 at the United Palace Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54PM

Video: Watch Halle Bailey Sing 'Part Of Your World' in The Little Mermaid Live Action Film by Meg Masseron

Plus, see the behind-the-scenes footage of the upcoming Disney film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32PM

Brian Cox, Patricia Clarkson, Alex Lawther to Star in Long Day's Journey into Night on the West End by Meg Masseron

Jeremy Herrin will direct Eugene O’Neill’s autobiographical play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32PM

When the Concerts Called For An Encore: All the Times New York City Center Productions Have Transferred to Broadway by Meg Masseron

The longtime venue has been nominated for two 2023 Tony Awards for Best Revival of a Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM

Saturday, May 6, 2023

See Jordan E. Cooper, Julianne Hough, and More Attend the Gala Performance of The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window by Meg Masseron

The newly-opened Tony-nominated play, starring Oscar Isaac and Rachel Brosnahan, held a special gala performance on May 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42PM

Hear Andrew Lloyd Webber's Coronation Anthem 'Make a Joyful Noise,' Honoring King Charles III by Meg Masseron

The song features The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Choir of Westminster Abbey, the Fanfare Trumpeters of the Royal Air Force, and Tthe Westminster Abbey Sub-Organist Peter Holder.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12PM

Laura Pels, Nonprofit Theatre Benefactor and President of Laura Pels Foundation, Dies at 92 by Meg Masseron

Throughout her lifetime, Pels donated an estimated $5 million to nonprofit theatre across the United States.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06AM

Friday, May 5, 2023

Indiana High School Students Will Mount Independent Production of Marian After Anti-LGBTQ Motivated Cancellation by Meg Masseron

The school was slated to perform the Adam Szymkowicz-penned play until parent outrage over gay and non-binary characters forced a cancellation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:12AM

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Adam Brace, Director of Broadway's Just for Us, Dies at 43 by Meg Masseron

Brace will posthumously make his Broadway debut this summer with Alex Edelman's solo show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM

Videos: Ramin Karimloo and Amelia Milo, of the Upcoming Italian Production of Phantom of the Opera, Perform by Meg Masseron

The two performed "Think of Me," "Music of the Night," and "Point of No Return" at the Jane Bergére in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:32AM

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Video: Check Out the 2023 Tony Nominees for Best Play by Meg Masseron

Broadway's highest honors announced nominations today ahead of the 76th Annual Tony Awards on June 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:54PM

Video: Check Out the 2023 Tony Nominees for Best Musical by Meg Masseron

Broadway's highest honors announced nominations today ahead of the 76th Annual Tony Awards on June 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

Watch Phillipa Soo and the Company of Camelot Perform 'The Lusty Month of May' by Meg Masseron

The company of the Bartlett Sher and Aaron Sorkin-led revival performed on The Today Show to celebrate the start of May.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

Friday, April 28, 2023

Broadway's Life of Pi Launches 'The Power of Pi' Initiative For South Asian and AAPI Communities by Meg Masseron

The initiative will aim to nurture connections and partnerships with the AAPI community in New York and beyond.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Broadway Poker Tournament Broadway Bets Will Make Its Anticipated Return by Meg Masseron

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Thursday, April 27, 2023

Billy Eugene Jones, Tyne Daly, John Glover Will Lead Industry Reading of A Brief Crack of Light by Meg Masseron

The play by William Semans and Roy M. Close will be directed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Barry Humphries, Australian Comedian Behind the Character "Dame Edna," Dies at 89 by Meg Masseron

Mr. Humphries won the Special Tony Award for a Live Theatrical Event in 2000 for his Broadway comedy special, Dame Edna: The Royal Tour.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

"I’m Really Speechless": Laird Mackintosh Reacts to Being the Final Phantom of the Opera by Meg Masseron

He wasn't even in NYC when he was called to play the title role in Phantom's final performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

Broadway’s Closing Night Phantom, Laird Mackintosh, Shares His Parting Thoughts by Meg Masseron

He was called in at the last minute to play the title role in The Phantom of the Opera's final performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Sunday, April 16, 2023

Lincoln Center Theater's Camelot Will Release a Cast Recording 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 02:42PM

Friday, April 14, 2023

See Newly Released Footage From Upcoming Little Mermaid Live-Action Film, Including Melissa McCarthy as Ursula by Meg Masseron

Halle Bailey, Alan Menken, and Lin-Manual Miranda talk about their work on the project in this new featurette.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Watch Hal Prince Talk About Phantom of the Opera Days Before Its Historic Broadway Opening by Meg Masseron

The director of Broadway's longest-running production (and newest West End transfer at the time) sat down with CBS Sunday Mornings in 1988.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10AM

Thursday, April 13, 2023

Get an Up-Close Look at Maria Björnson's Intricate Costumes from Phantom of the Opera by Meg Masseron

From the Phantom's bejeweled tuxedo to individually designed tights, the costumes for Phantom are a maximalist fantasy.