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Thursday, January 4, 2018

New Play About Tennesse Williams and William Inge From Charm Playwright Heads Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

In Philip Dawkins' The Gentleman Caller, a rendezvous between William Inge and Tennessee Williams alters the course of theatre history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:34PM[SHARE]

Lookingglass Theatre Names Rachel L. Fink as New Executive Director by Olivia Clement

The Chicago company will welcome Fink in February.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:16PM[SHARE]

Ars Nova to Take Over Greenwich House Theater by Olivia Clement

The 100-year-old theatre will be the adventurous Off-Broadway company’s new home beginning in 2019.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:41PM[SHARE]

Cate Blanchett Appointed Cannes Jury President by Olivia Clement

The Tony nominee and two-time Oscar winner will be the 12th woman to take on the role in the festival’s history.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07PM[SHARE]

Katie Finneran and House of Cards' Paul Sparks Tapped for Edward Albee Plays Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Tony winner and House star Robert Sean Leonard will also star in the Lila Neugebauer-helmed Edward Albee’s At Home at the Zoo at the Signature.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:30AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, January 3, 2018

Thom Sesma and Sally Ann Triplett to Join Off-Broadway's Immersive Sweeney Todd by Olivia Clement

The actors will succeed Hugh Panaro and Carolee Carmello in February.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:35PM[SHARE]

Hear Word! Naija Women Talk True to Return to A.R.T. by Olivia Clement

Ifeoma Fafunwa’s previously sold-out show features a cast of women from the Nigerian stage and screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:38PM[SHARE]

James Anthony Tyler Named Recipient of Horton Foote Playwriting Award by Olivia Clement

The Dolphins and Sharks playwright will receive $25,000 from The Dramatists Guild of America.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM[SHARE]
Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Bare: A Pop Opera Film Adaptation in the Works by Olivia Clement

The show’s original director, Tony nominee Kristin Hanggi, aims to helm the show for the screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:37PM[SHARE]

Off-Broadway's America Is Hard to See Shines Light on Life Inside Miracle Village by Olivia Clement

Members of Life Jacket Theatre Company traveled to Florida to interview the residents of the community for sex offenders.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:08PM[SHARE]

New York City Ballet's Peter Martins Announces Retirement Following Sexual Harassment Allegations by Olivia Clement

The longtime Ballet Master in Chief has resigned amid an investigation into accusations of sexual harassment and physical and verbal abuse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM[SHARE]
Monday, January 1, 2018

What Is the 1 Film Actor Steven Pasquale Thinks Everyone Must See? by Olivia Clement

The star of Junk shares his pre-show ritual and the three qualities he looks for in a piece of theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Friday, December 29, 2017

19 Shows to See Off-Broadway in January by Olivia Clement

Don’t miss new musicals, world-premiere plays, and rarely seen revivals—all kicking off in January.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM[SHARE]

West End Transfer of Bob Dylan's Girl From the North Country Begins December 29 by Olivia Clement

The musical begins performances at London’s Noël Coward Theatre following an acclaimed world premiere at the Old Vic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01AM[SHARE]
Thursday, December 28, 2017

Lumberyard Festival to Feature Premiere of Sugar by Obie Winner Robbie McCauley by Olivia Clement

The winter festival lineup features three award-winning artists across theatre and dance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM[SHARE]

See Over 20 Off-Broadway Shows for Only $20 by Olivia Clement

Get affordable tickets to Avenue Q, Jersey Boys, Cruel Intentions, Red Roses, Green Gold, and more as part of the bi-annual 20at20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM[SHARE]
Monday, December 25, 2017

The Winter 2018 Off-Broadway Preview by Olivia Clement

Plan your Off-Broadway theatre calendar with this guide to the 40+ shows on offer January through March.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Friday, December 22, 2017

Tracy Letts' The Minutes Delays Arrival on Broadway by Olivia Clement

The new political comedy from the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright was scheduled to begin performances on Broadway in February 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:46PM[SHARE]

American Premiere of Yiddish Fiddler to Play Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene will stage the musical in the Museum of Jewish Heritage beginning in July 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:46PM[SHARE]

Conductor Charles Dutoit and A.B.T. Principal Dancer Latest Caught in Sexual Misconduct Allegations by Olivia Clement

Five major organizations have cut ties with the veteran conductor, while a legal investigation has prompted A.B.T’s Marcelo Gomes’ resignation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM[SHARE]

Jeff Hiller to Star in Bright Colors and Bold Patterns Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Hiller will take over from creator and original star Drew Droege beginning January 17, 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01AM[SHARE]
Thursday, December 21, 2017

Go Behind the Scenes With the Cast of Broadway's New My Fair Lady by Olivia Clement

Lauren Ambrose, Harry Hadden-Paton, and Diana Rigg open up about the anticipated revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM[SHARE]

National Theatre Responds to Security Violation After 2 Men Spent the Night Backstage (and Put it on Youtube) by Olivia Clement

Social media personality Ally Law and his friend danced on the set of Follies, tried on costumes, and slept in a curtain.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:11PM[SHARE]

What Advice Did Carole King Give Beautiful Star Chilina Kennedy? by Olivia Clement

Catch Broadway’s longest-running Carole King on the latest episode of Playbill’s The Tyler Mount Vlog.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM[SHARE]

John Lithgow Returns to Broadway December 21 With Solo Show by Olivia Clement

John Lithgow: Stories by Heart begins performances at the American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, December 20, 2017

A New Initiative From Marin Ireland Hopes to Change How the Theatre Community Deals With Sexual Misconduct by Olivia Clement

The "Pilot Project" will empower theatremakers with more information and increased options.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:20PM[SHARE]

Adrienne Kennedy's He Brought Her Heart Back in a Box Finds Its Cast by Olivia Clement

Juliana Canfield and Tom Pecinka will star in the world premiere at the Polonsky Shakespeare Center in Brooklyn.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:49PM[SHARE]

A Sneak Peek at the Off-Broadway Return of Miles for Mary by Olivia Clement

The acclaimed comedic show from The Mad Ones will soon make its official Off-Broadway debut at Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:47PM[SHARE]

Joe's Pub to Open Doors for Monthly 'Civic Salon' Brunches by Olivia Clement

The Public Forum gatherings, beginning in January 2018, will inspire civic engagement and social change.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM[SHARE]

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