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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

In the News: Melinda Lopez and Joel Perez Share Secrets and Recipes In Black Beans Project, Theatre Royal Bath's Oleanna Transfers to West End by Talaura Harms

Plus, Andrew Lippa, Tom Kitt, Lauren Pritchard, and more will judge Taylor Louderman's annual musical theatre songwriting contest.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:11PM

Jimmy Smits and Daphne Rubin-Vega Reunite with Nilo Cruz for Two Sisters and a Piano April 21 by Talaura Harms

The pair previously starred on Broadway in the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright's Anna in the Tropics.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, April 20, 2021

In the News: 'Rejected' Broadway Poster Designs for Charity, Immersive The Great Gatsby Transfers to NYC, More by Talaura Harms

Plus: Kirsten Childs, Jessica Hagedorn, and Troy Anthony are among the 2021 Idea Awards for Theatre recipients.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:10PM

Tony and Oscar-Winning Costume Designer Anthony Powell Dies at 85 by Talaura Harms

The English designer recreated everything from Spanish conquistadors to silent film stars for Hollywood and Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:50AM
Monday, April 19, 2021

In the News: Andrew Rannells Tapped for Girls5eva, Bill Irwin Clowns on the Streets of NYC, More by Talaura Harms

Plus, check out the wild trailer for the new movie musical Annette, starring Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:31PM

Playbill's Weekly Streaming Guide: What to Watch April 19-23 by Talaura Harms

Jimmy Smits and Daphne Rubin-Vega in Two Sisters and a Piano, the Showbiz Quiz, the audio-immersive Clu-eth, and more online offerings this week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:20PM
Friday, April 16, 2021

The Playbill Weekend Streaming Guide: What to Watch April 16-18 by Talaura Harms

A Phillipa Soo concert, a star-studded York Theatre benefit, a virtual West End tour, and more online offerings this weekend.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:22PM
Thursday, April 15, 2021

In the News: Anika Noni Rose Joins Showtime's Let the Right One In, Carlyle Sets Starry American Songbook Concert, More by Talaura Harms

Plus: Grace McLean, Heather Christian, Daniel K. Isaac, Mitra Jouhari, and more are among SPACE on Ryder Farm 2021 residents.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:22PM

WATCH: Bernadette Peters Returns to Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist for a Girls' Night Out by Talaura Harms

The Broadway legend makes her second appearance on the NBC show April 18; get an exclusive sneak peek here.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:38PM

Jon Tai and Alex Gruhin's Play With Magic Missed Connections Gets a Virtual New York 'Transfer' by Talaura Harms

After a Chicago run, the interactive, virtual experience is now part of the Plays in Place Series from Off-Broadway's 59e59 Theaters.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:59AM

Drag Superstar Alyssa Edwards Sashays Her Way to the West End With Alyssa, Memoirs of a Queen! by Talaura Harms

Take a look at the trailer for the drag spectacular—and yes, there are tongue pops.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Wednesday, April 14, 2021

In the News: Daniel Breaker Joins Girls5eva, Kathleen Chalfant and George Bartenieff Star in Blue Valiant Premiere by Talaura Harms

Plus: Ann Roth wins Costume Designers Guild Award for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, and new details on the Artios Awards ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:54PM

Back on the Road: National Tours Begin to Schedule 2021-2022 Stops Across the Country by Talaura Harms

After a full year of closures, see which Broadway shows are making their way to your local venues in the upcoming year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM
Tuesday, April 13, 2021

In the News: Abingdon Theatre to Premiere Short Film by Christine Toy Johnson, Resounding Finds Tempest Cast by Talaura Harms

Plus: NYC piano bar and cabaret venue Don't Tell Mama is slated to resume live performances in May.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:10PM

Shadow/land World Premiere Debuts April 13 by Talaura Harms

The play by Erika Dickerson-Despenza is part of The Public Theater's digital spring season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Monday, April 12, 2021

In the News: Amanda Green Elected First Woman President of Dramatists Guild, Idina Menzel's Back in Her Treehouse by Talaura Harms

Plus: Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced new programming or April and May.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:51PM

Playbill's Weekly Streaming Guide: What to Watch April 12-16 by Talaura Harms

A Phillipa Soo concert, an interactive murder mystery, an Assassins reunion, and more online offerings this week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:09PM

Exclusive 1st Listen: Tovah Feldshuh Reads the 'Overture' From New Memoir Lilyville: Mother, Daughter, and Other Roles I’ve Played by Talaura Harms

Hear why the Tony nominee's mother skipped seeing The Vagina Monologues and what she thought of Will Swenson's dancing in Hair.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:47PM
Saturday, April 10, 2021

Nathan Lee Graham and Mary Testa Star as Courtesan and Maid in Play-PerView's Babette In Retreat April 10 by Talaura Harms

The Justin Sayre comedy is the latest from the theatrical streamer, benefiting arts organizations and charities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Friday, April 9, 2021

In the News: Peppermint, Monét X Change, and Manila Luzon Cackle as Witches on Macbeth Podcast by Talaura Harms

Plus: April 8, 2021, was proclaimed "André De Shields Appreciation Day" by NY State Senator Brad Hoylman. But really, isn't that every day?

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:20PM

The Playbill Weekend Streaming Guide: What to Watch April 9-11 by Talaura Harms

A digital Disenchanted!, an Anna Deavere Smith new work excerpt, a Bill Berloni visit, and more online offerings this weekend.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:39PM

Rachel Lynett's Apologies to Lorraine Hansberry (You Too August Wilson) Wins 2021 Yale Drama Series Prize by Talaura Harms

The recipient of this year's award was chosen by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:01PM
Thursday, April 8, 2021

Get a 1st Listen to the Concept Album for Little Black Book, a Musical Inspired by 'Hollywood Madam' Heidi Fleiss by Talaura Harms

Natalie Weiss, Alice Ripley, Orfeh, Mandy Gonzalez, Jessica Vosk, Brittney Johnson, and more are featured on the new recording.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM
Wednesday, April 7, 2021

In the News: Eric McCormack Joins Mary-Louise Parker in The Baltimore Waltz, Milwaukee Rep Plans October Reopening by Talaura Harms

Plus: Bloomingdale School of Music will stream its annual spring benefit concert with performances from Frozen's Alyssa Fox and Aisha Jackson and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:01PM

Brian Stokes Mitchell, Kelli O'Hara, More Star in Breathe, a New Pandemic-Set Musical From Jodi Picoult by Talaura Harms

Conceived by Picoult and playwright Timothy Allen McDonald, the production also stars Denée Benton, Matt Doyle, Patti Murin, Colin Donnell, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM

Catch Michael R. Jackson, Renée Fleming, More in Williamstown Theatre Festival's Virtual Gala April 7 by Talaura Harms

A portion of the proceeds will benefit WTF's designers and stage managers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, April 6, 2021

In the News: Kennedy Center Reveals Plans for 50th Anniversary Season, Including a Broadway Concert and Bernstein's MASS by Talaura Harms

Plus: Performers have been announced for Harlem Stage's gala and the upcoming Rock of Ages concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:55PM
Monday, April 5, 2021

In the News: Fran Drescher Teases The Nanny Musical Developments, Jeremy Jordan to Headline Streaming 54 Below Show, More by Talaura Harms

Plus: After a Drama League Award nomination, Out of the Box Theatrics' The Last 5 Years is heading back online.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:11PM

Can You Ace This April Showers Quiz Full of Rainy Lyrics? by Talaura Harms

Name the show tunes and musicals from these lyrical clues referring to rain.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:16PM

Playbill's Weekly Streaming Guide: What to Watch April 5-9 by Talaura Harms

An online reading starring sisters Phylicia Rashad and Debbie Allen, Mandy Gonzalez's book release, and more online offerings this week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

Tony Nominee William 'Biff' McGuire Dies at 94 by Talaura Harms

The twice-nominated actor's career spanned seven decades with roles on stage and screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

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Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
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