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Members of the Broadway community—including actors, musicians, dressers, and box office staff—will receive some compensation and protection in the wake of the shutdown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:07PM

Lorin Latarro, John Cariani, More to Offer Facebook Live Classes Through Broadway Teachers Workshop by Ryan McPhee

The Voices From Broadway series will kick off March 24 with Frozen's Alicia Albright.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:15PM

WATCH: James Monroe Iglehart Offers a Disney Medley From His Home by Ryan McPhee

The Aladdin Tony winner and Hamilton alum practices social distancing with help from Alan Menken and Elton John.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

The Daily Distraction: Drag Queen Serves Saraghina Realness (and Fresh Pasta!) in Nine Tribute by Ryan McPhee

So you little self-quarantined devils: You want to know about love? Cissy Walken will tell you!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07PM

Thursday, March 19, 2020

Metropolitan Opera Cancels Remainder of Season, Furloughs Union Employees by Ryan McPhee

Higher paid employees will take pay reductions as the New York City institution closes its doors due to the coronavirus pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:23PM

Catch Rita Moreno and More in the Trailer for the New Season of One Day at a Time by Ryan McPhee

The reboot of the Norman Lear sitcom returns—this time on Pop TV—March 24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:11PM

The Daily Distraction: A Jellicle PSA From Broadway's Cats by Ryan McPhee

Mr. Mistoffelees, Old Deuteronomy, and the gang want you to remain healthy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

2020 Spring Road Conference Canceled in Wake of Broadway Shutdown by Ryan McPhee

The industry event was to take place May 12–14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33AM

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

How to Support a Theatre Company and Stream a Show While Social Distancing by Ryan McPhee

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, many regional theatres are moving to digital; here's how to join.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:53PM

The Daily Distraction: Jessica Walter Experiences a Spring Awakening on 90210 by Ryan McPhee

Self-isolation is no excuse to not “sing like your privates are on fire.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Paper Mill Playhouse Delays Sister Act, Puts The Wanderer on Hold by Ryan McPhee

The two musicals were slated to round out the Millburn, New Jersey venue's 2019–2020 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:34AM

Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Olivier Awards Cancel 2020 Ceremony by Ryan McPhee

The move comes after theatres across the U.K. have shut down due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:17PM

The Daily Distraction: Bernadette Peters Is Bewitched by Breyers by Ryan McPhee

Treat yourself to a quick break—and perhaps some sinful fudge and real vanilla.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Chicago's Be More Chill, Britney Spears Musical Once Upon a One More Time, More Postpone Performances as Coronavirus Precaution by Ryan McPhee

Theatres across the country, including all Broadway venues, have canceled or delayed shows in an effort to deter the spread of COVID-19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

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