Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Port Cities NYC by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

On the ferry, audience members listen to a previously downloaded soundscape which includes a voice-over by Katie (played by Emma Meltzer) who has always seen ghosts and ends up investigating…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:42PM

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. The Who’s Tommy at Kensington Theatre Arts. “It’s fun and frenzied and imperfect and wildly entertaining to watch.” – Stephanie House. READ review. Synopsis: After…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:33PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Jack Chambers by Arts Review

Who is Jack Chambers? I am a Dancer, Singer, Actor, Choreographer, Son, Brother, Uncle & Milo lover. What would you do differently to what you do now? If we are talking in regards to car…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:52PM

Matthew Ivan Bennett, Brooke Berman, Callie Kimball, Jeff Talbott and More Are 2016 O’Neill Finalists by Kenneth Jones

Matthew Ivan Bennett, Brooke Berman, Callie Kimball, Greg Kotis and Jeff Talbott — dramatists whose work I’ve admired and written about in the past — are among the 54 finalists of the …

SOURCE: By Kenneth Jones at 10:49PM

Audra McDonald is Shuffling Off to Maternity Leave by Sandi Durell

  Audra McDonald announced her pregnancy today and will take temporary maternity leave from her starring role in Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:33PM

Jesse Tyler Ferguson is Fully Committed by Sandi Durell

    By Eric J. Grimm   An updated production of Becky Mode’s 2000 one-man show Fully Committed seems a daunting task for Jesse Tyler Ferguson, best known for playing str…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:20PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Dave Chappelle coming to Munhall for six shows by Scott Mervis / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Dave Chappelle is going to set up shop in two weeks at the Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall in Munhall.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 09:56PM

Celebrating songs of an American icon by James Hebert

As the son of a Baptist preacher, Ruff Yeager was raised with vocal harmonies in his bones. “It’s the music of my upbringing — this style of music,” says Yeager, who is directing “…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:44PM

“Noir: The Romance of Black in 19th-Century French Drawings and Prints
” – last days at Getty Center by Pauline Adamek

A gorgeous and exhaustive exhibition of spooky art works is in its final days at the Getty Center. Noir: The Romance of Black in 19th-Century French

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 09:20PM

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Heading Down Under Next Spring; Rebecca LaChance to Star? by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is excited to report that the multi award-winning Broadway hit musical Beautiful The Carole King Musical will make its Australian premiere at a newly refurbished Sydney Lyric T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20PM

American Psycho ** - Tuck ** - Waitress **** - Shuffle Along ***** - Cagney **1/2 by Barry

By: David Sheward It’s a wrap for the 2015-16 New York Broadway theater season and four of the last shows take up radically different positions on the Broadway musical spectrum. Brandon Vi…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 09:10PM

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical to premiere in Sydney in 2017 by Arts Review

The multi award-winning Broadway hit musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will make its Australian premiere at a newly refurbished Sydney Lyric Theatre from September 2017. Long befor…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:08PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Modern ‘Alice’ is a wonder in B Street’s Family Series

Cellphone reception plays a role in Greg Alexander’s updated version All the usual, dysfunctional suspects show up in Wonderland … Click to Continue »

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 08:57PM

The Buskers Opera, Park Theatre by Alexandra Coghlan

Satire, we’re solemnly instructed in Dougal Irvine’s new musical The Buskers Opera, “has to strike a fine balance of entertainment and teaching”. Well yes, but it’s also generally …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 08:51PM

Outer Critics Circle Winners by Barry

Outer Critics Circle, the organization of writers and commentators for media covering New York theatre announced today its award winners for the 2015-16 season in 25 categories.   Broa…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 08:35PM

George Avakian and Anahid Ajemian: An Introduction by Matthew Snyder, Archivist, Special Collections

Music For Moderns: The Partnership of George Avakian and Anahid Ajemian, a forthcoming exhibition at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, tells the story of two remarkable fi…

SOURCE: The New York Public Library at 08:34PM

The Few Times The Audience Is Too Demonstrative by Joe Patti

Around 9 years ago I wrote about a response someone had gotten from the head of a dance program while trying to revive an annual dance festival. The head of the program said he didn’t …

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 08:26PM

Lyric Opera will salute Shakespeare milestone in French with 'Romeo et Juliette' by Tim Smith

When it comes to tragedy, it's still hard to beat the one about "a pair of star-crossed lovers" named Romeo and Juliet, who defy their feuding families and are denied happiness by a dreadful…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 08:16PM

National tour of 'Hamilton' coming to Kennedy Center in D.C. by Tim Smith

Are you among the zillions of people trying desperately to get tickets to "Hamilton" in New York? Now you can be among zillions more who will no doubt be trying to get tickets when the natio…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 08:16PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Music Ed Head Casts Doubts on Diverse Student Talent by Howard Sherman

The statements, on their face, are utterly startling. “Blacks and Latinos lack the keyboard skills needed for this field.” “I don’t have to take this. Yes, my board is all white, and…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 07:49PM

Fabrizio Filippo’s The Summoned is an uninspiring choice between the pain of mortality and the promises of technology by Robert Cushman

'It may be a tribute to Filippo's performance that he comes off so insufferable, but his being the author makes the play seem insufferable too'

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 07:32PM

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will make its Australian debut in 2017 by Cassie Tongue

It was announced this morning that Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will make its Australian debut at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in September 2017. It was also confirmed that the Sydney …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:21PM

Audra McDonald Is Pregnant, Postponing West End Debut of Lady Day and Return to Shuffle Along by Jackson McHenry

Audra McDonald is one of the greatest voices on the stage and the main draw for Shuffle Along, a show about the creation of a Broadway hit, but the production will h…

SOURCE: Vulture at 07:18PM

Tony winner Audra McDonald is pregnant by Jeanette Settembre

Six time Tony winner Audra McDonald won't add to her Tony awards collection, but she will add to her family.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 07:18PM

Meet The Tony Nominees by Barry

By: Patrick Christiano The nominees for the 2016 Tony Awards attended a Meet the Nominees Press Junket on Wednesday, May 4th, at The Diamond Horseshoe in The Paramount Hotel on West 46th Str…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 07:18PM

All-Abilities Performance Troupe Brings New Anti-Bullying Musical to the Wallis by Nadra Nittle

by NADRA NITTLE Elaine Hall discovered 20 years ago that her toddler had autism, she didn’t try to get him to conform to the rest of the world. Instead, she tried to understand his wo…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 07:16PM

The Broad Summer programming 2016 by Pauline Adamek

To celebrate The Broad’s first summer, the museum today announced two major public programming series, inspired by artists in the Broad collection and The Broad’s

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:16PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ’12 Angry Jurors’ at St. Mark’s Players by Michael Poandl

There is probably no clearer distillation of classic American courtroom drama than Reginald Rose’s 12 Angry Men. The classic tale of a seemingly cut-and-dry murder case turned upside d…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:55PM

Watch: Lupita Nyong’o’s ‘Queen of Katwe’ First Trailer by Maria Cavassuto

The vivid first trailer for Disney’s true-life story “Queen of Katwe” is here, hitting the web on Tuesday. Aside from featuring the familiar faces of Golden Globe nominee D…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:45PM

How the Language of 'Hamilton' Mixes Rap with Sondheim by WNYC

The Broadway musical "Hamilton" was recently nominated for 16 Tony Awards - one for every category. There's no question that the show is a hit, and much of that has to do with the language,…

SOURCE: WNYC at 06:45PM

Behind the Scenes With 'Hamilton' Set Designer David Korins

Ralph Gardner Jr. visits with David Korins, the Tony-nominated set designer for the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton.”

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 06:45PM

Audra McDonald, 45, to take pregnancy leave from Broadway

The beloved theater vet is rearranging her schedule to welcome a second child.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 06:45PM

IMPOSSIBLE Will Return To London’s West End by Chris Luner

“That’s Impossible!”– A phrase often uttered by those witnessing the newest magical productions currently touring Europe following it’s London premiere last ye…

SOURCE: lunerontheatre.com at 06:38PM

Encores! Announces 2017 Season by Chris Luner

With one final production in store for the 2016 season, New York City Center’s Encore! series has officially lined up its 2017 season. Continuing to bring to life shows that would not …

SOURCE: lunerontheatre.com at 06:38PM

Excerpt: ‘My Paris’

A scene from the show featuring a score by Charles Aznavour, the French singer-songwriter and actor, at Long Wharf Theater in New Haven.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:22PM

Soho Create 2016 speakers to include Toby Jones, Denise Gough and Jane Horrocks by Matthew Hemley

Actors Toby Jones, Denise Gough and Jane Horrocks are to take part in this year’s Soho Create festival, alongside other industry figures

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:16PM

Review: Taste (Red Theater Chicago) by Scotty Zacher

Taste is absolutely not for the faint of heart, and is like nothing I’ve ever seen. If you have a strong stomach and a sick sense of humor, I highly recommend this Chicago premiere. (read …

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 06:08PM

Matthew Perry's Play 'The End of Longing' Sets New York Run by Ashley Lee

MCC Theater's next season also includes the world premiere of Neil LaBute’s solo play 'All The Ways To Say I Love You,' starring Judith Light.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:01PM

I HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE Jermyn St Theatre, SW1 by Libby Purves

SUPERNATURAL, PHILOSOPHICAL, YET YORKSHIRE ALL THE WAY…     Of all the lessons theatre has taught us about the backwash of WW1, some of the most fascinating are in 1930’s p…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 06:01PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Interview: ‘Blood at the Root’ Playwright Dominique Morisseau on the Power of Art, Language, and How Music Unites Us by Jose Solis

Dominique Morisseau’s Blood at the Root uses the case of the Jena Six as a template to examine the origin of prejudice and racism. Set in a high school in the American South, the play show…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:40PM

How James Dolan is causing a Tony Awards nightmare by Michael Riedel

Around Broadway they’re calling it James Dolan’s revenge. Dolan, the head of Madison Square Garden, pushed his “Spring Spectacular” show at Radio City Music Hall into the summer this…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:37PM

Brighton Fringe Review: The Conscious Uncoupling, The Duke Box Theatre by Holly O'Mahony

“Have you ever been dumped?” Rosie Wilby asks the room of anonymous faces, coaxing us to open up before delving into her own five year relationship and subsequent breakup with an ex-girl…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:28PM

Brighton Fringe Review: Echoes, The Rialto by Ellen Carr

Echoes is an evocatively written two-hander from Spitting Image writer Henry Naylor.  Interwoven monologues tell the stories of two women, separated by 175 years but united by parallels in …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:28PM

Competition: Win tickets to Last of the Boys at Southwark Playhouse by A Younger Theatre

Win a pair of tickets to Last of the Boys at Southwark Playhouse …Plus a poster signed by the company 11 May – 4 June 2016 | Written by Steven Dietz | Directed By John …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:28PM

Ann Harada and More Set for FUNKED UP FAIRY TALES as Part of New Musicals at 54 by BroadwayWorld

The NEW MUSICALS AT 54 series will presentFUNKED UP FAIRY TALES by Kirsten Childs at Feinstein's54 Below on Tuesday, May 31, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:28PM

"The Scarlet Letter" spins Hawthorne with a 21st century appeal by Ray Mark Rinaldidenver Post Fine Arts Critic

Opera is a big picture art form, less concerned with the moment than the millennia, and holding in the highest regard titles that date back centuries by the likes of Handel, Monteverdi, Moz…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 05:28PM

Alan Cumming, Justin Vivian Bond Sign On for Film About AIDS Activist by Adam Hetrick

Tony winner Alan Cumming will star in the film written by AIDS activist Vincent Gagliostro.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:16PM

Audra McDonald pregnant, taking break from 'Shuffle Along'

The big surprise last week concerning Audra McDonald was that she did not receive a Tony nomination for her star turn in "Shuffle Along, or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and Al…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 05:15PM

Producer Kenneth Waissman Greasing Broadway Wheels for ‘Josephine’ Musical by Gordon Cox

With Tony Awards season in full swing, the New York theater industry probably hasn’t taken much notice yet of “Josephine,” the new musical about Josephine Baker that open…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:13PM

Sondra Lee Signs on for Film Forum's GREASE Screening by TV News Desk

Film Forum has added an additional guest to their Sunday, May 15 screening of GREASE Broadway legend Sondra Lee.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:04PM

HAMILTON Takes the Lead in the BroadwayWorld Awards; 20 Days Left to Vote! by BroadwayWorld

Voting runs through May 31 for the 13th Annual BroadwayWorld.com AwardsOnce again last year, hundreds of thousands of theatregoers and fans weighed in, breaking site traffic records and furt…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:04PM

The Dramatists Guild Responds To Charles Isherwood's Claim That Sung-Through Musicals Have No Book by Michael Dale

Doug Wright, James Lapine, Marsha Norman, Alan Menken and more explain what goes into the book of a musical.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:04PM

Interviews: More Than a Banana Skirt: Deborah Cox Introduces a Multifaceted Josephine Baker

The world premiere of Josephine gives new voice to this iconic performer — and French spy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Big River, The New Yorkers & The Golden Apple Slated for Encores! 2017 by Lindsey Sullivan

Encores! upcoming season will begin with Roger Miller’s 1985 retelling of Mark Twain’s classic novel, Big River, on February 8, 2017, followed by Cole Porter’s The New York…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

Odds & Ends: Jessica Lange on Surviving Four-Hour Shows, Hamilton Wins Again & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Jessica Lange on Surviving Four-Hour Shows Jessica Lange is currently headlining Broadway's Long Day's Journey Into…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:48PM

Hamilton Goes From Broadway to West End for 2017 by Box Office

After many rumours and lots of anticipation, it has today been confirmed that Hamilton, the popular 18th century theatre production, is set to open in London's West End in 2017.

SOURCE: www.boxoffice.co.uk at 04:48PM

Review: Magnificent 'Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window' is a rediscovered classic by Chris Jones

So here comes an extraordinary play, a drama so infused with emotional intelligence, linguistic treasures and the human conditions of dread and longing that it keeps you bolt-upright in your…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:48PM

Highlights From Anything Goes at Goodspeed Musicals

Rashidra Scott stars as Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes at Goodspeed Musicals. The cast includes Stephen DeRosa as Moonface Martin, David Harris as Billy Crocker and Hannah Florence as Hope. D…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:47PM

Fuse Commentary: Made For These Times — “Pet Sounds” Turns 50 by Arts Fuse Editor

What is there to say about an album that Rolling Stone ranked #2 in its 2003 list of “The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time”?

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 04:43PM

Dear Evan Hansen by Joel Benjamin

The way Mr. Levenson keeps things moving is both clever and exhausting. The songs mostly explore the inner emotional lives of the characters: “Waving through a Window” (Evan’s feeli…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 04:43PM

Audra McDonald has a presumptive 2035 Tony winner in the oven by Adam Feldman

Audra McDonald has always been full of surprises, and her latest is a lulu. The national treasure and Tony Award hoarder, currently starring in Broadway's Shuffle Along, announced today that…

SOURCE: Time Out at 04:42PM

Off-Off-Broadway Theater Review: BODY: ANATOMIES OF BEING (Blessed Unrest at The New Ohio Theatre) by Dmitry Zvonkov

MINDING THE BODY When the lights come up on Body: Anatomies of Being, the nine cast members walk out and stand at the foot of the stage facing the audience, all of them naked save one, who i…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 04:41PM

Call Redialed: Jinkx Monsoon: Jinkx Sings Everything at The Laurie Beechman by Call Me Adam

Call Redialed: I've interviewed Jinkx Monsoon several times as part of The Vaudevillians, but this time around, we are going at it one-on-one as Jinkx and I talk about everything Broadway fo…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 04:41PM

Chicago Theater Review: THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN’S WINDOW (Goodman Theatre) by Lawrence Bommer

LORRAINE HANSBERRY’S OTHER PLAY Written five years after Raisin in the Sun and just before her early death at 34, Lorraine Hansberry’s last work is a challenging—as in problematic—pl…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 04:41PM

Review: A Bland Bee by Michael Block

by Michael BlockOne of the most produced shows dominating theaters all over the USA is William Finn, Rachel Sheinkin, and Rebecca Feldman's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. After …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:36PM

Review: A Long, Long Night by Michael Block

by Michael BlockShakespeare is a crowd pleaser. It draws audiences in thanks to familiarity. But with an abundance of companies taking on the Bard, you have to do more than just tackle the t…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:36PM

Elena Shaddow, Jason Gotay, PJ Benjamin, Kevin Cahoon & More Join The Muny's 98th Season! by BroadwayWorld

Following its initial casting announcement in April, The Muny announced today additional principal cast members for its spectacular 98th season. The 2016 Muny season opens with The Wizard of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

BWW CD Review: AMERICAN PSYCHO (Original London Cast Recording) Brings Driving Synth-Pop to Musical Theater by David Clarke

The synth-laden opening strains of Concord Music Group's AMERICAN PSYCHO Original London Cast Recording are appropriately dark and sterile. In crafting the score for the musical adaptation o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

Review: Sacramento Theatre Company’s ‘Baskervilles’ gets bogged down

By-the-book mystery is literately adapted for productionWilliam Elsman does the heavy lifting as Sherlock HolmesActors reprise roles, give audience a splash of fun … Click to Continue …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 04:35PM

Tony nominee Jennifer Simard gets some love online by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Fans of a Broadway nun have turned to a higher power to get her some recognition - the Internet....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:35PM

Pregnant Audra McDonald to temporarily leave 'Shuffle Along' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Audra McDonald will soon be stepping away from her new Broadway show for the best of reasons: The six-time Tony Award-winner is pregnant....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:35PM

Apollo Theater in New York City names new executive producer

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Apollo Theater in New York City has named a new executive producer....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:35PM

Audra McDonald expecting a baby, to leave 'Shuffle Along' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Audra McDonald will soon be stepping away from her new Broadway show for the best of reasons: The six-time Tony Award-winner is pregnant....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:35PM

Hamilton’s Daveed Diggs Raps Super-Fast on The Tonight Show, Proves Why He Should Be on Money, Too by Nate Jones

Daveed Diggs! He's taking this horse by the reins, making sport of Tony campaigns! Daveed Diggs! And he's never gonna stop wearing those cool tops and rapping totally insane! …

SOURCE: Vulture at 04:34PM

Broadway’s ‘Shuffle Along’ Adds Savion Glover, Sets New Hiatus for Audra McDonald by Gordon Cox

There’s been some shuffling of the schedule at Tony-nominated Broadway musical “Shuffle Along,” which has set new dates for the hiatus of star Audra McDonald — and ad…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:33PM

Bright Fringe Review: Distortion, Sweet Waterfront by Daniel Perks

A play with real potential, Distortion could benefit from being a longer production. Being able to make its points in only 30-40 minutes is impressive, but doesn’t leave enough time to sat…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:31PM

Matthew Perry and Judith Light Set for MCC's 2016-17 Season by Olivia Clement

The Off-Broadway company will also present a new musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:30PM

Savion Glover, Rhiannon Giddens Join Tony Nominated ‘Shuffle Along’ by Jeremy Gerard

A couple of unexpected plot turns have resulted in cast changes at Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed, the George C. Wolfe show that picked up…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:23PM

Tummler Aches and Growing Pains by American Theatre Editors

A pair of new books reveals how Joel Grey and the Yiddish theatre both drew on Jewish stage traditions of gravitas as well as schmaltz.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:22PM

Jazz at Lincoln Center Gala Benefit – Stars Shine by Sandi Durell

          By Sandi Durell     Glitter and be gay . . . knockout gowns and dresses were all the rage at this Annual Gala evening on May 9 at Rose Theater, h…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:19PM

Meow: Casting for ‘Cats’ Revival Announced by Amy Sapp

For many Broadway lovers, Cats is the musical that kick-started a life devoted to the theater. No matter what age, many value this Andrew Lloyd-Webber classic close to their hearts. Much to …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:09PM

BIG RIVER, THE NEW YORKERS and THE GOLDEN APPLE Will Return to the Stage Next Year in Encores! Season by BroadwayWorld

New York City Center's Tony-honoredEncoresseries, led by Artistic Director Jack Viertel and Music Director Rob Berman, begins its 24thseason with Roger Miller's 1985 retelling of Mark Twain'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

VIDEO: Celebrate The Season! THE TONY AWARDS Releases Collage of 2016 Nominees by Michael Dale

Enjoy some of the magic moments that made the 2015-16 Broadway season a winner.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

BWW TV: Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Tributes SHUFFLE ALONG's George C. Wolfe! by BroadwayWorld TV

The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center celebrated the 16th annual Monte Cristo Awardceremony with a presentation of the honor to award-winning stage and film director, playwright, and actor Georg…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

BWW Blog: Jeff Blumenkrantz - Understudying on Broadway: Part Two ? Sandra DeNise and Sarah Jane Shanks by Guest Blogger: Jeff Blumenkrantz

In this second part of Understudying on Broadway you can find Part 1 here, I'm discussing the subject with two women who each have tons of experience, Sandra Sandy DeNise and Sarah Jane Shan…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

BWW TV: The Matildas Learn How To... Bake Cookies! by BroadwayWorld TV

What will the three leading ladies of Broadway's MATILDA tackle next Below, watch as the adorable Ava Briglia, Willow McCarthy, and Aviva Winick get baking at Schmackary's.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

Theatre Review: ‘Pheaton’ at the Taffety Punk Theatre Company by Derek Schwabe

The Taffety Punk theatre group is one of the smallest but mightiest acting groups in the DC theatre scene. This impressive band of professional actors, dancers, and musicians applies the pun…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:00PM

Theater News: Big River and More Set for 2017 Encores! Season

The New York City Center series has announced its upcoming lineup.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Couple Will Welcome Baby Boy by Andrew Gans

Carmen Ruby Floyd and husband J. Bernard Calloway are expecting their first child.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:57PM

Terrence McNally, Alan Menken and James Lapine Weigh In on What a Book Writer Does by Olivia Clement

In a letter to the Times, a host of theatre artists join the Dramatists Guild in clarifying the “misunderstood art” of book writing.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:52PM

'Ride the Cyclone' heading to New York by Morgan Greene

"Ride the Cyclone," which opened in a well-received production at Chicago Shakespeare Theater in October 2015, will be a part of MCC Theater's upcoming season in New York. The original musi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:50PM

Theatre News: KAT Junior 2016 Summer Program by Self-Post News

Kensington Arts Theatre is happy to announce that KAT Junior is coming back this summer after a brief hiatus! The all-inclusive program, which is designed to educate and help further the art…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:45PM

Matthew Perry's Playwriting Debut, Judith Light in a Neil LaBute Solo Show & More Set for MCC Theater's 2016-17 Season by Ryan McPhee

MCC Theater has announced its 2016-17 season. The off-Broadway lineup includes a reworked version of Matthew Perry’s The End of Longing, which previously premiered in London, and a one…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:42PM

City Center Encores! Announces 2017 Season by Robert Viagas

Long-awaited Golden Apple revival is a highlight of the season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:39PM

Show Boat announces early West End closure by Matthew Hemley

Daniel Evans’ production of Show Boat is to close in the West End four months earlier than planned. The musical, which opened

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:35PM

Audra McDonald postpones West End debut after announcing pregnancy by David Hutchison

Audra McDonald has postponed her West End debut in a musical about Billie Holiday, after announcing she is pregnant. The actress was

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:35PM

Sheridan Smith to miss second West End Funny Girl performance by Matthew Hemley

Sheridan Smith has pulled out of a performance of Funny Girl in the West End for the second time in a row.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:35PM

Hollywood Fringe awarded $10k from National Endowment for the Arts by Tracey Paleo

Grant in support of Fringe Scholarships program The Hollywood Fringe Festival is proud to announce that it has been awarded a National Endowment for the Arts Art Works grant of $10,000 to s…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 03:35PM

Review: The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window/Goodman Theatre by Kevin Greene

RECOMMENDED “The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window” is steeped in the political, artistic and intellectual soup of the sixties. While Lorraine Hansberry evidently had no love (and littl…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 03:30PM

Controversy Over Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in Arts Education at an NEA Convening by Howard Sherman

The statements, on their face, are utterly startling. “Blacks and Latinos lack the keyboard skills needed for this field.” “I don’t have to take this. Yes, my board is all white, and…

SOURCE: www.artsintegrity.org at 03:28PM

Review: The Little Prince, Arcola Theatre by Rebecca Gwyther

As a children’s story known and loved by many, The Little Prince at Arcola Theatre opens up and reimagines our childhood memories of this cherished tale. Arcola’s Queer Collective reinve…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:16PM

Matthew Perry's END OF LONGING Will Make US Debut at MCC; Full Season Announced! by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theater has just announced its 2016-17 season, which will include a variety of new plays and even a musical a rarity for the theatre.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:16PM

Review: Pint Sized, The Pleasance by Lucy Ricketts

Tucked away in the heart of Camden, the Pleasance Theatre is a wonderful gem to uncover, especially at this time of year. As a variety show, Pint Sized’s run only consists of one night, me…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:16PM

Brighton Fringe Review: Garden, Sweet Waterfront 2 by Holly O'Mahony

Is the nine to five routine a mistake that’s gone on so long it’s now too embarrassing to fix? Lucy is an office manager at an asset management firm, by title that is. However she’s no…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:16PM

Theatre News: ‘Gutenberg! The Musical!’ In Baltimore! by Self-Post News

In this two-man musical spoof, a pair of aspiring playwrights perform a backers’ audition for their new project – a big, splashy musical about printing press inventor Johann Gutenber…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:14PM

\"We Just Keep Playing\": Inside the Spongebob Musical Rehearsal Room

The Spongebob Musical creators Tina Landau, Kyle Jarrow, Christopher Gattelli and Tom Kitt talk about how they're creating the show's characters in the rehearsal room.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

VIDEO: First Look - Lupita Nyong'o & David Oyelowo Star in QUEEN OF KATWE by Movies News Desk

Disney's QUEEN OF KATWE, starring Lupita Nyong'o and David Oyelowo, will hit theaters on September 23, 2016. Below, check out the film's official trailer.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

VIDEOS: SHUFFLE ALONG's Grammy-Winning New Star Rhiannon Giddens Will Sub During Audra McDonald's Maternity Leave by Michael Dale

The country blues singer will be making her Broadway debut as Lotte Gee.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

Charles Busch Returning to Feinsteins/54 Below in June by BroadwayWorld

The inimitableCharles Busch, two-time MAC Award winner, Tony nominee, and drag legend, returns to Feinstein's54 Below onFriday, June 10, and Saturday, June 11,at 7pmwith an anniversary celeb…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

Photo Flash: Angela Lansbury & More Reunite for BEAUTY & THE BEAST 25th Anniversary by BroadwayWorld

Actresses Angela Lansbury, Paige O'Hara, Jo Anne Worley and more attended the Academy's 25th Anniversary Screening of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, A Marc Davis Celebration of Animation at the Samu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

Theater News: Friends Star Matthew Perry to Bring His Play to New York

Perry's The End of Longing will have its American debut at MCC Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: NJ Rep Announces Casting for World Premiere of Struck

Sandy Rustin's new play opens this summer at the Long Branch theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Meet the Tony Nominees: Best Play by Dei Lewison

The main characters in the Tony-nominated Best Plays represent an incredibly diverse selection of humanity ranging from blue-blooded royalty to devastated war victims. But whether they are r…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:59PM

Rhiannon Giddens to Replace Audra McDonald During ‘Shuffle Along’ Hiatus by Erik Piepenburg

The Tony Award-winning actress is expecting her first child with her husband, the actor Will Swenson.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:57PM

‘Humans’ and ‘Bright Star’ Win OCC Awards in NYC by Dei Lewison

Bright Star and The Humans were named Outstanding Broadway Musical and Play by the Outer Critics Circle for the group’s 66th annual awards. Bright Star by comedy legend Steve Martin an…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:51PM

On the Red Carpet:Forest Whitaker and Performers4Peace Benefit by Sandi Durell

  Academy Award, Golden Globe Award & BAFTA winner and UNESCO Special Envoy for Peace & Reconciliation, Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Bird, Broadway’…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 02:47PM

Donald Margulies’ Collected Stories from Peter’s Alley Productions (review) by Kelly McCorkendale

Sometimes less is more—like when only two actresses take the stage and expertly convey a complicated, yet relatable, relationship filled with both mutual admiration and envy—so I’ll k…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 02:45PM

‘Fun Home’ Partners with PFLAG by Matthew Wexler

Producers Fox Theatricals (Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson) and Barbara Whitman have announced that Fun Home, the groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning Best Musical, has partnered with PFLAG…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:39PM

Grammy Winner Rhiannon Giddens Will Step in for Audra McDonald in Shuffle Along; Savion Glover Will Also Tap In! by Ryan McPhee

Grammy winner Rhiannon Giddens will shuffle along to her Broadway debut this summer. The folk singer will step into the role of Lottie Gee in the Tony nominated Shuffle Along, Or, The Making…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:34PM

MCC Theater to Present the Musical ‘Ride the Cyclone’ and a Matthew Perry Play by Michael Paulson

These highlights are part of a new season that will include “The End of Longing,” written by Mr. Perry, and works by Neil LaBute and Anna Jordan.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:25PM

Photo Flash: SENSE & SENSIBILITY's Dashwood Sisters Travel the World on Spring Holiday! by BroadwayWorld

Whilethe showis on hiatus,the Dashwood sisters on theirspring holiday, which you can follow onhttpwww.thedashwoodsisters.com. Where will they go Find out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:15PM

Savion Glover Will Join the Cast of SHUFFLE ALONG This Summer! by BroadwayWorld

It's all good news today at the Music Box Theare... and we aren't just talking about Audra McDonald's pregnancy. It was also announced that during Ms. McDonald's hiatus from the production, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:15PM

Brighton Festival Review: Woman’s Hour, Marlborough Theatre by Holly O'Mahony

Batting crumpets and punchy satire at their audience, fiery feminist duo Louise Mothersole and Rebecca Biscuit – aka Sh!t Theatre – bring their boot-stompingly fun show Women’s Hour to…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:15PM

Brighton Festival Review: The Marked, The Warren by Holly O'Mahony

The Marked weaves fantasy and fairy-tale into a story set on the streets of modern day London. Jack (Samuel Fogell) is a prince-cum-man who has grown up in the grasps of a damaged queen, his…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:15PM

Photo Flash: SHUFFLE ALONG's George C. Wolfe Receives 2016 Monte Cristo Award by BroadwayWorld

The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center celebrated the 16th annual Monte Cristo Award ceremony with a presentation of the honor to award-winning stage and film director, playwright, and actor Geor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:15PM

Review: Threesome, Union Theatre by Bethany Dickinson

Threesome combats the intense controversy of partaking in, you guessed it, a threesome. The Laboratory Company and new writer Jamie Patterson have created a swift comedy in which couple, Sa…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:15PM

Sylvia Kauders, a Late-Blooming Actress, Dies by Sam Roberts

Ms. Kauders was about 60 when she resolutely began auditioning for the career she had coveted since second grade.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:01PM

Theater News: Audra McDonald's West End Debut in Lady Day Postponed Due to Pregnancy

McDonald was set to bring the Billie Holiday play with music to London.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Theater News: Savion Glover to Join Cast of Shuffle Along; Replacement Announced for Audra McDonald

McDonald will depart the show temporarily later this year.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Audra McDonald expecting a baby, to leave ‘Shuffle Along’ by Mark Kennedy

Audra McDonald will soon be stepping away from her new Broadway show for the best of reasons: The six-time Tony Award-winner is pregnant.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 01:54PM

Photo Coverage: Broadway Unites to Spell at the First Annual BROADWAY BEE! by Stephen Sorokoff

The first annual Broadway Bee, featuringPaige DavisChicago,Laura Michelle KellyFinding Neverland, Tony winnerChristian BorleSomething Rotten, andJose LlanaThe King and I took place just last…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:54PM

Christian Borle to Star in ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ Musical by Dei Lewison

Tony winner Christian Borle will star as the mysterious Willie Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the new musical based on the beloved children’s novel by Roald Dahl, set to o…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:50PM

West Yorkshire Playhouse given £376K Lottery cash for disability scheme by David Hutchison

An arts programme for young people with learning disabilities at West Yorkshire Playhouse has been given a £376,000 funding injection. The Big

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:46PM

Campaign group calls on London schools to use pupil premium to fund theatre trips by David Hutchison

Schools in London should spend a chunk of their funding for disadvantaged pupils on improving cultural education, according to a new campaign.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:46PM

Grammy Winner Will Succeed Audra McDonald in Shuffle Along; Savion Glover Joining the Cast by Robert Viagas

The six-time Tony-winning actress has announced she is pregnant.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:38PM

Theatre News: Show Boat to close early

The West End run of Daniel Evans' five star production will close at the end of August

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:38PM

Theatre News: West End transfer of Lady Day starring Audra McDonald postponed

The multi award-winning actress is expecting a baby

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:38PM

See Shuffle Along’s George C. Wolfe Receive the Monte Cristo Award.

The Tony Award-winning director received the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center 16th Annual Monte Cristo Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:33PM

NEWS: Lady Day postpones West End run as Audra McDonald announces pregnancy by Press Releases

Today it was announced that this summer’s West End season of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill will be postponed as the show’s star Audra McDonald has announced that she and her h…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:33PM

Menopause The Musical UK Tour by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Don’t miss the hysterically funny and uplifting Menopause the Musical as it heads out on a UK-wide tour, packed full of sharp one-liners about memory loss and hot flush…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 01:33PM

Audra McDonald is having a baby: and postponing her West End debut in Lady Day

We've waited a long time to catch six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald's West End debut... and unfortunately, we're all going to have to wait a little longer. She and her husband, fello…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 01:33PM

4 Theatre Artists to Receive Henry Hewes Design Awards by American Theatre Editors

Designers from both 'Hamilton' and 'The Invisible Hand' will be celebrated.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:32PM

Stew & Heidi Rodewald's The Total Bent Extends Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

The world premiere of The Total Bent has extended its run at the Public Theater. The Stew and Heidi Rodewald musical, which begins preview performances on May 10, will now run through June 1…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:30PM

West End's Show Boat Revival Sets Closing Date by Broadway.com

The West End revival of Show Boat, which opened to stellar reviews on April 25, will close on August 27. The transfer of Daniel Evans’ Sheffield Crucible production is playing at the N…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:30PM

Shuffle Along's Audra McDonald is Pregnant! Six-Time Tony Winner Postpones West End Debut in Lady Day by Imogen Lloyd Webber

There's going to be a new addition to Eggfartopia! Shuffle Along headliner Audra McDonald and her hubby Will Swenson are expecting a baby. As a result, the six-time Tony winner's Wes…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:30PM

NEWS: Show Boat posts early closing notices after five-star reviews, 27 Aug by Press Releases

The limited season of Daniel Evans’ five-star Sheffield Crucible production of Show Boat will now play its final West End performance on 27 August 2016. Show Boat began West End previews …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:26PM

Dear Evan Hansen Adds Benefit Show to Sold-Out Run by Olivia Clement

All proceeds will benefit Second Stage Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:26PM

Despite five-star reviews, Show Boat closes five months early on 27 Aug

We are not happy. Mrs Henderson Presents announced its premature closure last week and now, just two weeks after opening to a new round of rave reviews, Daniel Evans Sheffield Crucible reviv…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 01:26PM

BWW Interview: Charles Borland Pulls No Punches in THE FATHER by Naomi Serviss

The play, by Florian Zeller, offers a gut punch of a journey to the center of a man's descent into dementia.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

BWW Exclusive: What Do the Critics Think of Social Media? Matt Windman Finds Out in Excerpt from THE CRITICS SAY... by BroadwayWorld

In The Critics Say... 57 Theater Reviewers in New York and Beyond Discuss Their Craft and Its Future, Matt Windman, theater critic of the newspaper amNewYork, interviews dozens of other thea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

VIDEO: Jessica Lange on LONG DAY'S JOURNEY: 'It's Universal In Its Deadly Truth' by TV News Desk

Tony nominee Jessica Lange stopped by today's LIVE WITH MICHAEL AND KELLY to talk about starring in Eugene O'Neill's LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT on Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

CHEERS LIVE ON STAGE to Launch National Tour This Fall in Boston by BroadwayWorld

Stageworks Media and TROIKA Entertainment have announced that CHEERS LIVE ON STAGE, a comedy based on the best and most memorable moments from the Emmy Award-winning classic hit TV series, w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Audra McDonald and Will Swenson Expecting a Baby; LADY DAY in the West End Postponed by BroadwayWorld

Audra is expectingToday it was announced that The West End production of Lady Day at Emerson's Bar amp Grill will be postponed as the show's star Audra McDonald has announced that she and he…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Actors' Equity Foundation Announces 2016 Roger Sturtevant Award Recipients by BroadwayWorld

Jasmine Easler and Antonio LeRoy King have been chosen as the 2016 recipients of The Actors' Equity Foundation's Roger Sturtevant Award. The Roger Sturtevant Award is given annually to one m…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Audra McDonald and Will Swenson Are Expecting a Baby by Andrew Gans

London production of Lady Day has been postponed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:07PM

Theater News: Dear Evan Hansen Will Add Extra Benefit Performance to Off-Broadway Run

The show will end its limited engagement at Second Stage Theatre on May 29.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Stew's The Total Bent Extends at the Public Theater

The musical reunites the musician with his Passing Strange collaborator, Heidi Rodewald.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Carol Burnett, comedy icon, sets up shop in Chicago by Steve Knopper

The "Mary Worthless" sketch, in which Carol Burnett wears an old-lady wig and lampoons the Sunday funnies' most annoying busybody, was not as terrible as the sketch-comedy heroine recalls. I…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:57PM

Arena Stage to Record and Distribute The Originalist by Olivia Clement

In partnership with L.A. Theatre Works, the theatre will record and distribute John Strand’s political drama based on Antonin Scalia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:55PM

A bold production of ‘Phaeton’ from Taffety Punk Theatre Company by Celia Wren

Playwright Michael Milligan chose iambic pentameter for his myth-based drama.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:51PM

Kathleen Marshall, Alfred Uhry, Jason Robert Brown Join Charles Aznavour To Create MY PARIS by Michael Dale

At nearly 92 years of age, the internationally acclaimed singersongwriter is working on his first Broadway-bound musical.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:51PM

STAGE TUBE: THE COLOR PURPLE Cast Sends Off Jennifer Hudson with 'That's What Friends Are For' by Stage Tube

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Grammy and Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudsontookher final bow as Shug Avery in the acclaimed revival of THE COLOR PURPLE on Sunday. Below, watch as t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:51PM

Tony Winner Lena Hall Returning to Cafe Carlyle in June by BroadwayWorld

Tony-winner and Grammy nomineeLena Hallreturns toCafeCarlylewithOh You Pretty Things,June 14-25.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:51PM

The Public Theater Extends Stew & Heidi Rodewald's New Musical THE TOTAL BENT by BroadwayWorld

The Public Theater announced today that THE TOTAL BENT will extend one week through Sunday, June 19. With text by Stew and music by Stew and Heidi Rodewald, the team behind the Tony Award-wi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:51PM

Second Stage Theatre Sets DEAR EVAN HANSEN Benefit Performance by BroadwayWorld

Second Stage Theatre's critically acclaimed musical, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, will add one performance on Sunday, May 22 at 8pm to its completely sold out run. Tickets for this special benefit perf…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:51PM

Raul Castillo, Marin Ireland & Florencia Lozano Set for The Farm Theater's BULLPEN SESSIONS Pop-Up Event by BroadwayWorld

The Farm Theaterwill presentBullpen Sessions Work of the Actorto kick-offThe Artist Co-Op's Pop-Up Event,with special guestsRaul CastilloLooking on HBO Gotham on Fox,Marin IrelandIronboundat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:51PM

Season Preview: 2016-2017 Broadway Philadelphia Lineup at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia by Megan Diehl

Each year, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts brings the highest quality of Broadway’s offerings to Philadelphia for local audiences to enjoy. Their recently announced 2016-2017 Bro…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:49PM

Interview: James Phillips and Rosabella Gregory Bring London’s “City Stories” to New York by Arpita Mukherjee

Part of the Brits off-Broadway series at 59E59 Theatres, City Stories fuses drama and music and weaves a series of interconnected love stories into a journey through the city of London. We …

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 12:44PM

Theatre-ing While Disabled: Contracted Artist Edition by [email protected] (ramona)

By Kate Langsdorf. Kate Langsdorf writes about the joys and hardships of working on a project as a dramaturg.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:41PM

Hamilton National Tour coming to The Kennedy Center in 2017-2018 by Lorraine Treanor

The national tour of the Broadway musical Hamilton will be coming to the Kennedy Center as part of its 2017-2018 season, it was announced a few minutes ago by Hamilton producer Jeffrey Sel…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:40PM

Getting Personal With Jessie Mueller, Laura Benanti, Leslie Odom, Jr. and Fellow 2016 Tony Nominees

Nominees for the 70th annual Tony Awards including Jessie Mueller, Laura Benanti, Jane Krakowski, Leslie Odom, Jr., Alex Brightman, Michelle Williams, Michael Shannon, Sophie Okonedo, Cynth…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

'King and I' star Kate Baldwin takes us behind the scenes at Lyric by Morgan Greene

In the moments leading up to her performance in "The King and I," Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical about an English governess, the King of Siam and their intercontinental struggle …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:30PM

Theatre News: Sian Thomas: 'A bad review can kill you'

The actress spoke about the difficulties of reading write-ups

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:26PM

Blogs: Gareth Farr: 'Training for the stage must be as current as possible'

Head of Acting at ArtsEd Gareth Farr explains why he commissioned two brand new plays from Matthew Dunster and Jessica Swale for his students to work on

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:26PM

After Independence by John Morrison

Thank heavens for a playwright who is prepared to wade into controversial issues but refuses to tell the audience what to think. May Sumbwanyambe's play, set in Zimbabwe in the late 1990s, h…

SOURCE: John Morrison at 12:26PM

Joe Allen, Broadway’s Quiet Man by Alan Richman

His restaurants have been theater-district landmarks for decades. But he doesn’t much want to talk about it.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:21PM

Cats Casting Announced For Broadway Revival by Chris Luner

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats returns to Broadway in 2016! Just 16 years after the original closed, Cats returns to Broadway following a successful West End remount in 2014 but also amid…

SOURCE: lunerontheatre.com at 12:21PM

Spotlight On...Tatyana Kot by Michael Block

Name: Tatyana KotHometown: grew up at Stepnogorsk, KazakhstanEducation: MA in Education from Kurgan State University, Kurgan, RussiaSelect credits: Salome with Blackmoon Theater Company at t…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 12:05PM

Broadway's FUN HOME Forms New Partnership with PFLAG National by BroadwayWorld

Producers Fox Theatricals and Barbara Whitmanannounced today that Fun Home, the groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning Best Musical, has partnered with PFLAG, the nation's largest organization o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:05PM

LaChanze to Join Jason Robert Brown in Concert by Olivia Clement

The Tony winner will be featured as a guest performer at the composer’s upcoming Subculture event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Video Flash: Building Characters From the Ocean Floor Up With The SpongeBob Musical

Director Tina Landau takes us into the rehearsal room of the Broadway-bound musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: National Tour of Hamilton to Stop in Washington, DC

Hamilton will play as part of the Kennedy Center's 2017-18 season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Hamilton Tour to March on Washington by Robert Viagas

See a complete list of tour stops announced so far.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

VIDEO: DAPHNE'S DIVE's Pulitzer-Winning Author Quiara Alegr?a Hudes Has High Praise For Director Thomas Kail by Michael Dale

As a member of Signature's Residency Five, her new play is the first of three the company will premiere in the next five years.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

Hottest Articles on BWW 5/3/2016 - 5/10/2016 by BroadwayWorld

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SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/10/16- TARZAN by Stage Tube

Today in 2006, Tarzan opened at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, where it ran for 486 performances. Tarzan The Musical is based on the Disney film of the same name and the story by Edgar Rice Bu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

Photo Coverage: Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Honors George C. Wolfe with Monte Cristo Award! by Walter McBride

Just last night, the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center welcomed Courtney B. Vance, Savion Glover, Joe Mantello and David Marshall Grant for the Monte Cristo Award program celebration for award-w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

BWW TV: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Creatives on Bringing the Characters of Bikini Bottom to the Stage by BroadwayWorld TV

Bikini Bottom will soon surface in Chicago, and in anticipation of The SpongeBob Musical's first performance on Tuesday, June 7th at Broadway in Chicago's Oriental Theatre, the production ha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

HAMILTON National Tour Will Play Kennedy Center During 2017-18 Season by BroadwayWorld

The national tour of the Broadway musical Hamilton will be coming to the Kennedy Center as part of the 2017-2018 season, it was announced today by producer Jeffrey Seller and the Kennedy Cen…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

Universal Fast Tracks Anna Kendrick-Led PITCH PERFECT 3 by TV News Desk

Universal has moved up the release date of PITCH PERFECT 3, starring Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow and Rebel Wilson.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

BWW TV Exclusive: Rachel Minow, CSA Auditions for WICKED's Madam Morrible on TURNING THE TABLES! by Turning The Tables

BroadwayWorld will be exclusively bringing you episodes of Turning the Tables- a new web series brought to you by the team that's brought you nothing before Find out what happens when Broadw…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49AM

‘Hamilton’ is coming to the Kennedy Center by Peter Marks

The record-breaking Tony nominee will arrive in Washington sometime between September 2017 and August 2018.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:49AM

James Dondero of Dallas Based Highland Capital Management: A Philanthropic Success by Rino16

Highland Capital Management is a firm specializing in investment advice. This SEC-registered firm proudly boasts of their eighteen billion dollars in assets, and is known as one of the large…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 11:48AM

Fully Committed by Ryan Mikita

Meet Sam, a struggling New York actor whose day job is as the reservationist for a popular albeit fictional Manhattan restaurant. Seemingly surrounded by phones at every turn, Ferguson’s S…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:43AM

Daveed Diggs Woke Up to a Tony Nomination by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Daveed Diggs talks to Jimmy about how he went from delivering fajitas for pharmaceutical companies to being Tony-nominated for his first Broadway play.

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:38AM

DanceOn Changes Name to ‘Izo’ to Expand Music Scope by Todd Spangler

DanceOn, the YouTube network focused on dance culture, has adopted a new name — Izo — as the company looks to stretch its legs more broadly into music content. “We really needed to cre…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:38AM

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SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:37AM

Watch Cyndi Lauper and James Corden Duet on “Girls Just Want Equal Funds” by Andrew Gans

The duo offer revised lyrics to Lauper's hit song, “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

Watch Daveed Diggs Show Why He's the Fastest Rapper on Broadway by Robert Viagas

The Tony nominee displays his crazy skills on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:26AM

Beth Behrs Is Ready to Take the Stage in the New Long-Titled A Funny Thing... Off-Broadway (as Long as Her Bladder is Empty) by Ryan McPhee

Beth Behrs is going from 2 Broke Girls to starring off-Broadway in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Gynecologic Oncology Unit at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center of New York Ci…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:22AM

Jude Law Will Headline Obsession for 2016 Tony Nominee Ivo Van Hove at London's Barbican by Imogen Lloyd Webber

We’re a keeping a close eye on this production…with this talent attached, who knows what life it could have after London! Two-time Tony nominee Jude Law is set to lead a stage a…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:22AM

Hamilton Standout Daveed Diggs Sounds Off on Sleeping Through the Tony Nominations & Rapping at the Speed of Light by Lindsey Sullivan

History is happening in Manhattan for first time Tony nominee Daveed Diggs, and he just happens to be the fastest rapper in the world—all right, on the Great White Way. Hamilton's …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:22AM

R.I.P. William Schallert by Trav S.D.

Just a few words of posthumous praise for character actor William Schallert , who passed away this week at the age of 93. If you know this blog at all it won’t surprise you to learn …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:22AM

Theatre News: Michael Billington: 'The West End is constructed to defy critics'

The theatre critic has said that critics are often superfluous to requirements for big West End shows

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:22AM

10 Times The Color Purple Tony Nominee Cynthia Erivo Gave Us Life on Instagram

You need to follow Cynthia Erivo for the videos alone.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:15AM

Check Out the Cast for Gender-Swapped The Importance of Being Earnest by Andrew Gans

David Drake will direct the Provincetown production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:05AM

VIDEO: Rockettes Give Sneak Preview of NEW YORK SPECTACULAR on 'Today' by TV News Desk

On this morning's TODAY, the Rockettes and Mia Michaels gave a sneak preview of NEW YORK SPECTACULAR.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:03AM

Photo Flash: Shuffle Along Director George C. Wolfe Honored by Eugene O'Neill Theater Center

Brian Stokes Mitchell, Billy Porter, and more helped celebrate the legendary theatermaker.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: Complete Casting Announced for Patricia Richardson-Led Steel Magnolias

The Bucks County Playhouse production will also feature television star Jessica Walter.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: Henry Hewes Design Awards Honor Four Artists for Their Work Off-Broadway

Paul Tazewell, Howell Binkley, and Nevin Steinberg are recognized for their work on Hamilton at the Public Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Bill Irwin, Christiane Noll and Kerry O’Malley Join Broadway By The Year Concert by Olivia Clement

The Broadway stars are set to appear in Town Hall's The Broadway Musicals of the 1960’s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

NEWS: Jude Law stars in Ivo van Hove’s Obsession at the Barbican by Emma Clarendon

British actor Jude Law will make a return to the stage in Ivo van Hove’s production of Obsession, set to run at London's Barbican Theatre from 19 April to 20 May 2017.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:57AM

Exclusive: Broadway Vets Team Up for New Version of Joni Mitchell Favorite by Playbill Staff

Jason Robert Brown created the new arrangement of the Joni Mitchell classic “Blue.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Adam Kantor, Nikki M. James and Lena Hall Plan Rent Sing-a-Long by Andrew Gans

The concert will be part of the Vulture Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM

Anna Kendrick's Pitch Perfect 3 Film Gets New Opening Date by Robert Viagas

It's the latest chapter in the movie musical franchise about an all-female a cappella singing group.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

Photos! Tim Daly in The Ruins of Civilization by Hannah Vine

The Emmy-nominated actor stars in the Manhattan Theatre Club’s premiere of Penelope Skinner’s Play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM

NEWS: St James announces Stripper and Waiting for Waiting for Godot by Emma Clarendon

Creative Director of St James Theatre James Albrecht has announced the theatre’s Summer and Autumn season – which includes new British musical The Stripper, the European premiere of Off-…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:34AM

Submitting Like A Man: We Have A Winner by HowlRound

By Mya Kagan. Mya Kagan muses on the implications of a script “Max” submitted being named a finalist for a competition.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:32AM

Emma Thompson on Social Media Prowess vs. Talent

Making the rounds this weekend was a new interview with Emma Thompson, in which she discussed the difficulties of finding proper training for young actors. The compelling headline was "…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

Lawrence After Arabia, Hampstead Theatre, review: 'Intriguing but underpowered' by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Lucid direction by John Dove, but this play is too bitty and lacks momentum

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:26AM

Fuse Film Review: “Primaria” — A Penetrating View of the Cuban Ballet System by Arts Fuse Editor

Oh, it’s a strange world, ballet -- filled with rituals and practices that Mary Jane Doherty captures with sharp-eyed grace.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:26AM

Tonys Host James Corden: Where Else Can You See 'Hamilton' For Free "In Your Living Room"? by Scott Feinberg

The 2012 Tony winner tells THR, "We talk about, like, the Super Bowl, and, 'Oh, what's the halftime show gonna be?!' Like, there's 10 halftime shows in this two-hour awards show!"read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:25AM

Theatre Review: ‘Girl With Diamonds in Her Eyes’ at Pumpkin Theatre by Pamela Steinik

Pumpkin Theatre’s production of “Girl With Diamonds in Her Eyes” – with an original score and story by Jason Tinney and Holly Morse-Ellington — will keep the little ones en…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:15AM

Features: Nine shows you won't believe lost out on a Best Musical Tony

It just proves that missing out on the major award doesn't necessarily mean curtains

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:13AM

Hot Clip of the Day: You Haven't Seen a Crazy Cat Lady Video Like This

In anticipation of the new show The Strays, meet Terry and her insane cat music video.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:07AM

VIDEO: Hundred-Dollar Founding Father Benjamin Franklin Tries Getting An Audition For HAMILTON by Michael Dale

Franklin impersonator Brian Patrick Mulligan as the American patriot left out of the Broadway smash.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

VIDEO: Beth Behrs Talks New Play 'A FUNNY THING HAPPENED' on 'Late Night' by TV News Desk

Below, the 2 BROKE GIRLS star talks to Seth Meyers about the new project and proves that she can say the entire name of the show by heart

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

Review: Little Shop of Horrors/American Blues Theater by Kevin Greene

RECOMMENDED Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s celebrated “Little Shop of Horrors” is a tunefully amusing musical—and that’s partly what makes it so scary. Telling its story of love a…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 10:00AM

Caroline or Change at the Creative Cauldron by Stephanie House

The Creative Cauldron has brought Broadway to the humble town of Falls Church Virginia in their incredible production of Caroline, or Change. Matt Conner directs a cast and crew of absolutel…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:00AM

Interview: Joe Mantello Directs, Part 2 by Steven Suskin

Joe Mantello Photo: Brigitte Lacombe Over the last twenty seasons, Joe Mantello has directed thirty plays and...

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 10:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 by Susan Grace

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Onscreen by Barry

Lights, Camera, Action!  What’s Onscreen and Coming Soon   By: Ellis Nassour It’s not even Memorial Day Weekend, the traditional start of summer blockbuster season, and the cin…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 09:40AM

Not much ado: the joy of plays that lose the plot by Lyn Gardner

A handful of current shows, including The Flick at the National Theatre, ditch the traditional sense of narrative drive but still manage to draw you in“Nothing happens. Twice.” That was …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:33AM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Nominee Carmen Cusack Sing 'If You Knew My Story' from BRIGHT STAR by Stage Tube

Ghostlight Records recently released the original cast recording of Bright Star, the new musical from Grammy and Emmy Award winner Steve Martinand Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Edie Brick…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:33AM

Actors Home Celebration by Barry

The Actors Home Celebrates Bard’s Birthday and Edwin Forrest Day with Len Cariou  By: Ellis Nassour                      &…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 09:30AM

Jude Law to Star in Obsession, Directed by Ivo van Hove, at London's Barbican by Mark Shenton

The Barbican will also host return of van Hove's Roman Tragedies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:28AM

Phaeton from Taffety Punk (review) by Lorraine Treanor

Taffety Punk has a bit of an odd premiere on their hands. Phaeton is filled with loveless marriage, questions of faith and faithfulness, young adults trying to find their way in the world, …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 09:26AM

Ben Hill’s Hollywood Fringe: Part 1 by Tracey Paleo

The 2016 Hollywood Fringe Festival has been gearing up for months with a constant stream of excitement and information appearing on Facebook and Twitter, where local participants are already…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 09:26AM

Broadway Theater Review: Tuck Everlasting by Lauren Yarger

Andrew Keenan-Bolger as Jesse Tuck and Sarah Charles Lewis Photo: Joan MarcusChildren’s Book Comes to Life, but Show Might Not Enjoy ImmortalityBy Lauren YargerStep into magical woods wher…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 09:22AM

An Interview with Diane Paulus by Victoria Myers

We talk to Diane Paulus about directing Waitress, the challenges of directing theatre in 2016, her work as artistic director of A.R.T., audience engagement, and much more.

SOURCE: The Interval at 09:17AM

Video: 90 Seconds With: Bird director Rachel O'Riordan

We spoke to the director of the world premiere of a new play at Sherman Theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:14AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Rodgers And Hammerstein’s Allegro Gets European Premiere by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical Allegro is to get its European premiere a mere 70 years after it opened on Broadway. In 1905 in a small Midwestern town, the wife of a…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:51AM

Jude Law to Star in ‘Obsession’ on London Stage by Christopher D. Shea

The new play, based on the 1943 Luchino Visconti film, will show at the Barbican Center in London in 2017.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:40AM

Broadway's Little-Understood Orchestrators

Their work merits a Tony Award, though few voters know what they are voting on.

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 08:40AM

'Beauty and the Beast': 8 things we learned from the original cast

Ahead of the film's 25th anniversary, we heard about Beast's name and Belle's age.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 08:37AM

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"The Ballad of Trayvon Martin." May 11 to 22 at the New Freedom Theatre, 1346 N. Broad St. Tickets: $20 and $35. Information: 888-802-8998, www.freedomtheatre.org.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 08:35AM

Off Script: Jeff Daniels Explains His Strategy for "Sprinting a Marathon" in 'Blackbird' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

With help from his guitar, the Detroit Tigers and co-star Michelle Williams, the Tony nominee aims "to successfully grab [the audience] by the lapels from the first minute on ... then give t…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:30AM

The Wizard of Oz shows off its new songs at The National (review) by Kelly McCorkendale

We all know that The Wizard of Oz is the story of a girl and her dog. And home. Right? So, does the 2011 musical, featuring new compositions and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rice, su…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:26AM

Tony Winner Bryan Cranston to Star in Sci-Fi Anthology Series ELECTRIC DREAMS by TV News Desk

Bryan Cranston will star in the 10-part sci-fi anthology series 'Electric Dreams The World of Philip K. Dick,' for Sony Pictures Television and Channel 4.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:26AM

VIDEO: James Corden & Cyndi Lauper Perform Parody 'Girls Just Want Equal Funds' by TV News Desk

On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, James invited guest Cyndi Lauper to duet a parody of 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' with lyrics about equal pay for women in the workplace.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:26AM

Pas de deux: Alina Cojocaru and Rupert Pennefather on Jewels by Interviews By Chris Wiegand

How do you create chemistry in a plotless ballet? Just pretend it's a wedding, say the stars of the Royal Ballet's DiamondsAlina Cojocaru: It was easy for me to fall in love with Balanchine'…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:26AM

After Independence review – a family fight it out on the farm in Zimbabwean drama by Michael Billington

Arcola, LondonMay Sumbwanyambe’s promising play, set in 1998, pits a white farm-owning family against a government agent sent to acquire their landThe Papatango new writing prize has uncov…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:26AM

Top 5 Musicals This Season – 2016 by Joy

With the Tony Awards around the corner, I decided to share my list of favorite musicals this season. The 2016 Tony Awards will be on June 7th and I am so excited!

SOURCE: broadwaywiz.com at 08:24AM

Photos: Arlene Phillips and Pixie Lott celebrate Cole Kitchenn birthday

The agency celebrated its 10th birthday last weekend

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:09AM

Review: Happy Days at curtainup.com - Connecticu by David A. Rosenberg

Samuel Beckett's play featuring a heartbreaking performance by Dianne Wiest blazes with life at Yale Rep . . . Read More

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 08:09AM

Putting on the frosting by Terry Teachout

Over the weekend I spent two consecutive twelve-hour working days in technical rehearsals for my Palm Beach Dramaworks production of Satchmo at the Waldorf. I say “my” because I wrote th…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Feature: Dawn Walton – “Diversify what’s on stage” by Isaac Ouro-Gnao

The diversity, or rather inclusivity, debate has been a hot topic in the media and journalistic realm. This year has seen the #OscarSoWhite conversation rise to prominence for the lack of BA…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:56AM

VIDEO: HAMILTON's Daveed Diggs Proves Why He's the Fastest Rapper on Broadway! by TV News Desk

Daveed Diggs holds the record for fastest rapper on Broadway in the number 'Guns and Ships' he raps 19 words in 3 seconds, but he showed Jimmy Fallon he can rap even faster than he does as M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:51AM

AVENUE Q – Touring by Thom Dibdin

Acerbic: Packed with proper grownup moments and thoroughly entertaining with it, the Sell A Door production of Avenue Q steams on with its cynicism buttons set to stun.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:38AM

Mark Nadler – Consummate Entertainer by Sandi Durell

  by Magda Katz The incomparable Mark Nadler will be performing once a month at Pangea, an intimate club in the East Village. Mr. Nadler is a consummate entertainer engaging his audienc…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:29AM

Broadway AM Report, 5/10/2016 - Heather Headley Joins COLOR PURPLE & More! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news Heather Headley takes her first bows in Broadway's THE COLOR PURPLE, and the stars gather for CUTTING EDGE COMPOSERS at Feinstein's54 Below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:21AM

BWW's On This Day - May 10, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on May 10 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:21AM

BWW Blog: NYC Vocal Coach Bob Marks - Understand the Basics of Voice Registration by Guest Blogger: Bob Marks

If you want to see a group of voice teachers and voice scientists turn from a generally gregarious and collegial group into an angry mob, ask them to strictly define vocal registers, or the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:21AM

Lookback: on getting a clean bill of health after a near-fatal illness by Terry Teachout

From 2006: On Monday morning I pulled on my sweats, hailed a cab, and made my way across town to the office of my cardiologist, unfed and insufficiently slept but on the whole optimistic. A …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

Interviews: Anna Fleischle: "I design from the inside"

The multi-award-winner (for Hangmen) on creating visual worlds for opera and theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:03AM

Theatre News: Barbican announces new season

Highlights include Jude Law returning to the stage and three dance premieres

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:03AM

Almanac: Tom Stoppard on knowledge and the meaning of life by Terry Teachout

“We shed as we pick up, like travellers who must carry everything in their arms, and what we let fall will be picked up by those behind. The procession is very long and life is very short.…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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FIRST LOOK: Kenneth Branagh In The Entertainer by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo BritishTheatre.com are pleased to bring you this first look at Kenneth Branagh in The Entertainer. Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, John Osborneʼs modern classi…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:50AM

Michael Billington: Star ratings on theatre reviews ‘extremely unhelpful’ by Matthew Hemley

Critic Michael Billington has hit out at star ratings in the theatre industry, claiming they are “extremely unhelpful”. Billington was speaking at

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:48AM

BWW Interview: Dancer Phillip Attmore Takes the Stage in Broadway's SHUFFLE ALONG by Bob Rizzo

The sparkling new Broadway musical Shuffle Along boasts an all-star cast and one heck of a tap-happy, super talented ensemble. Dancer Phillip Attmore is among those skillful hoofers who tear…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:46AM

Danielle Tarento: Unpaid bloggers often lack ‘intellectual background’ to write theatre reviews by Matthew Hemley

Prolific fringe producer Danielle Tarento has criticised the quality of reviews being produced by online bloggers, claiming many are not “proper writers”.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:40AM

Tom McGowan Joins Cast of She Loves Me Today by Olivia Clement

The Tony nominee replaces original company member Michael McGrath.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:37AM

Sally Kellerman “A Little Jazz, a Little Blues, a Little Rock & Roll” 5/12 by Nitelife Exchange

ScoBar Entertainment is proud to present Oscar-nominated actress/singer SALLY KELLERMAN for two performances onMay 12 at 8:30 & 10:30 at Iridium.Her acclaimed show, A Little, Jazz, a Little …

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 06:30AM

Royal Ballet dancer fed up with critic's references to his ginger hair by Jamie Grierson

Edward Watson calls constant mentions of his red hair and pale skin in negative reviews ‘ridiculous’A principal dancer at the Royal Ballet has turned on a critic for repeatedly mentionin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:27AM

Blogs: Matt Trueman: The Shed has laid the blueprints for a new National Theatre

As the National Theatre's Temporary Theatre shuts its doors, Matt Trueman looks at the space's legacy

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:08AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Nude at the Hope Theatre by Emma Clarendon

This poem turned play is directed by Ian Nicholson and explores the ways in which two people’s love for each other can be directed by fate. Here is what bloggers have been saying about it.…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:05AM

Weekly Theatre Podcast: Comedy About a Bank Robbery, Toxic Avenger, Show Boat, Cyprus Avenue by Press Releases

This week the London theatre bloggers discuss the latest "goes wrong" offering from Mischief Theatre, the West End transfer of Show Boat, cult musical comedy The Toxic Avenger and new play C…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM

George C. Wolfe Honored with 16th Annual Monte Cristo Award by Jk Clarke

  Monday, May 9 esteemed director and playwright George C. Wolfe was honored with the 16th Annual Monte Cristo Award by the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center. Festivities took place a…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 06:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Tuesday, May 10, 2016 by James Marino

Listen: #ChristianBorle gets a #GoldenTicket, @CatsBroadway Announces Cast “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Isabella Blow: A Fashionable Life by Arts Review

Showcasing looks from Alexander McQueen, Philip Treacy OBE, Julien Macdonald, Hussein Chalayan and more, the wardrobe of the celebrated English fashion editor and stylist Isabella Blow will …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:37AM

Jude Law to star in Ivo van Hove-directed play Obsession by David Hutchison

Jude Law is to star in a stage adaptation of the 1943 film Obsession directed by Ivo van Hove. The premiere is

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:36AM

Brighton Festival: Smoke and Mirrors, Corn Exchange by Thomas H Green

Smoke and Mirrors is a show based around circus skills. It’s by the Ricochet Project, a performing unit consisting of Berlin-based US performers Cohdi Harrell and Laura Stokes. However, th…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 05:34AM

Explorers Club: a wacky farce by Cogency

The Explorers Club, by Nell Benjamin. Delaware Theater Company, 2016.   The Explorers Club provides zany fun. The idea was rooted in an examination of British colonialism and sexism in …

SOURCE: theculturalcritic.com at 05:17AM

Starting A Theatre Company From Scratch – Episode 2 by Helena Payne

By Helena Payne Helena Payne is starting out on an awfully big adventure to start a theatre company. We asked her to document her journey. Episode 2: Computer says No! Well who knew the inte…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:16AM

Soapbox: My acting career hasn’t turned out the way I expected by Soapbox

When someone insists on yawning loudly in the cinema, it’s annoying. When that someone is your mother, one’s annoyance increases. When you

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Adelaide Cabaret Festival announces additional show for Dita Von Teese by Arts Review

From the moment the Adelaide Cabaret Festival was on sale, the world’s most famous burlesque star, Dita Von Teese clearly became the Festival’s ‘must have ticket’ with her show…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:45AM

Theatre News: First look: Kenneth Branagh in The Entertainer

An image of the actor in The Entertainer has been released

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Theatre News: Jude Law returns to the stage with Ivo van Hove

The actor will star in a piece directed by Ivo van Hove in 2017

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:32AM

Review: ‘Caroline, or Change’ at Creative Cauldron by Julia L. Exline

Creative Cauldron presents the Tony Award-winning Caroline, or Change, with book and lyrics by Tony Kushner and music by Jeanine Tesori. Director Matt Conner leads a dynamic cast for this po…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:26AM

Judith Mackrell talks to ballet dancer Edward Watson by Judith Mackrell

Edward Watson calls himself a 'ginger freak'. But to everyone else, he is the Royal Ballet's hottest new star. Judith Mackrell meets him on the eve of his biggest role yetIt was Edward Watso…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:10AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Olympia Dukakis cancels her Tennessee Williams Festival appearance by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis substitutes a rarely-produced play

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 03:55AM

Review: ‘All the Days’ at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, NJ by Tim Dunleavy

Ruth Zweigman is not a pleasant person to be around. She’s so negative that when she says “I’m in a bad mood,” her sister responds, “How can you tell?” After making a typically h…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:20AM

Ghenoa Gela announced as recipient of the 2016 Keir Choreographic Award by Arts Review

The Keir Foundation, Carriageworks and Dancehouse with the Australia Council have announced Sydney-based choreographer and performer from Torres Strait Islands, Ghenoa Gela as the recipient …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:12AM

Theatre review: The Roman Tragedies, Barbican, London by Lyn Gardner

Barbican, LondonShakespeare gets a close-up in Toneelgroep's compression of three plays – Coriolanus, Julius Caesar and Antony and Cleopatra – a remarkable six-hour marathon played witho…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:08AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Tales of a City by the Sea by Arts Review

A unique and poetic journey into the lives of ordinary people struggling to find hope and love in areas affected by war and violence, Tales of a City by the Sea will be presented at La Mama…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:30AM

Jude Law returns to London stage in Ivo van Hove's Obsession by Mark Brown Arts Correspondent

Talented Mr Ripley actor to join forces with Belgian director next year in Barbican production of 1943 filmJude Law is to return to the London theatre in an adaptation of the Luchino Viscont…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:01AM

Mark Shenton: We must listen to points of view from the cheap seats by Mark Shenton

One of the most lethal theatrical put-downs ever spoken is: “I saw the show at a disadvantage – the curtain was up.”

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Paul Clayton: How to interview Judi Dench by Paul Clayton

She’s reigned over us for 60 years. We all adore her. We’ve seen her at Balmoral on horseback. We’ve seen her with

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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The Taming of the Shrew by Arts Review

Sport For Jove is remounting its hugely successful production of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew on the great Hollywood soundstage of the silent film era, in the York Theatre at the …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:38AM

Tony Nominee & Emmy Winner Liz Callaway Makes San Diego Debut Tonight at Martinis Above Fourth by BroadwayWorld

Martinis Above Fourth Table Stage, in association with Chris Isaacson Presents, is thrilled to present Emmy Award-winner and Tony Award-nominee Liz Callaway as she makes her San Diego debut…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

Rachael Ray Honored by Dr. Oz and HealthCorps Tonight; Ben Vereen to Perform! by BroadwayWorld

Tonight, May 10th, HealthCorps, a leader in the nationwide movement of healthy young people, will honor television personality, best-selling author and philanthropist Rachael Ray.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

Chain Etiquette with T-Pain by Young Hollywood

Chain Etiquette with T-Pain The one and only T-Pain pays a visit to the YH Studio to show off his "nerdy" side and share his unfiltered thoughts on a wide range of topics, including why he's…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Theater News: Heather Headley Joins The Color Purple on Broadway

Headley replaces Jennifer Hudson in the role of Shug Avery tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Getting Beach Bod Ready with Ky Evans by Young Hollywood

Getting Beach Bod Ready with Ky Evans YH heads to Pilates Plus in L.A. to get beach-body ready with trainer Ky Evans and one of his celeb clients, actor Johnathon Schaech! Between working ou…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Strangers You Know on Coachella Adventures by Young Hollywood

Strangers You Know on Coachella Adventures Musical duo Strangers You Know pay a visit to the YH Studio where they reveal the meaning behind their band name and how it relates back to social …

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

"Nashville" Star Sam Palladio on Working with Elton John by Young Hollywood

"Nashville" Star Sam Palladio on Working with Elton John British actor and singer Sam Palladio returns to the YH Studio where he talks about how ABC drama series "Nashville" was his big brea…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Shug Avery Comin' to Town! Tony Winner Heather Headley Begins Performances in The Color Purple by Lindsey Sullivan

Heather Headley is back in town! The too-beautiful-for-words Tony winner will start performances in the John Doyle-helmed revival of The Color Purple on May 10. She will take on the role of …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:40AM

Kerry Butler, Lilli Cooper & More Set for CUTTING-EDGE COMPOSERS Tonight at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Kerry Butler Disaster, Lilli Cooper Spongebob, Meghann Fahy Next to Normal, Eric Michael Gillett Kiss Me, Kate, Jillian Gottlieb Unlock'd, F. Michael Haynie Wicked, Dogfight, Ryann Redmond I…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19AM

Heather Headley Returns to Broadway as THE COLOR PURPLE's 'Shug Avery' Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Beginning performances tonight, May 10, Tony and Grammy Award winner HEATHER HEADLEY will assume the role of 'Shug Avery' in John Doyle's critically acclaimed production of the Broadway musi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19AM

Come Out Children’s Festival has a new name! by Arts Review

After more than 40 years, Come Out Children’s Festival has a new name – dreamBIG Children’s Festival. Hundreds of children and teachers across South Australia voted in the Come O…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:02AM

Tony Winner Heather Headley Joins Cast of The Color Purple Tonight by Robert Viagas

The Aida star returns to Broadway in the musical revival.

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Noir Thriller Hollywood Begins Tonight at La Jolla by Olivia Clement

The world-premiere production stars Tony winner Harriet Harris as 1920's Broadway actress and murder suspect Charlotte Shelby.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Public's The Total Bent Begins Tonight by Olivia Clement

Stew and Heidi Rodewald, the duo behind the Tony-winning Passing Strange, reunite for the world premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Alfred Uhry on Reuniting with Jason Robert Brown for My Paris by Olivia Clement

The Oscar and Tony-winning playwright describes the “roundabout” way in which the duo has worked on this new Belle Époque musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

This Techie Remembers the Lazarus Performance After David Bowie Died by Olivia Clement

Michael Lenox, who worked on Lazarus, recalls his encounter with the star and how the cast reacted to his unexpected death while stopped outside the theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

'Death of a Streetcar' a spoof only a drama nerd could love by Chris Jones

So what would happen if George and Martha headed down to New Orleans and met Blanche DuBois, Stanley Kowalski and Willy Loman? And if they did, would you care? The answer to that question mi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:00AM

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