Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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People You Should Know . . . Gianmarco Soresi by Zack Calhoon

Gianmarco Soresi is an actor, stand-up comedian and writer but the first line of his obituary will undoubtedly read, "That guy from those General Electric commercials". He recently pretended…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 11:33PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Sing On Through Tomorrow by Arts Review

An unmissable musical revue featuring some of the most acclaimed songs from Matthew Lee Robinson, Flourish Productions presents the Australian premiere of Sing On Through Tomorrow at Chap…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:40PM

‘Kinky Boots’ at Kennedy Center struts, kicks and empowers — just by the book by Nelson Pressley

The magical drag queen strikes again in this Broadway adaptation with a Cyndi Lauper score.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:32PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Sally Bourne talks longevity in the industry by Joel Granger

So often we can become preoccupied with becoming established in this industry, especially as fresh graduates; it can be hard to think beyond the first few years of your career. Longevity in …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:58PM

Aaron Burr, Sir: Backstage at Hamilton with Leslie Odom Jr., Episode 5: Raise a Glass! by Broadway.com

In this week's episode, it's a long day's journey into Tony night. Come along with Leslie Odom Jr. as he and Hamilton win big at the 2016 Tony Awards!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:48PM

Hamilton: Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator and star to leave show by Bay Area News Group

Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony-winning creator and star of the hit Broadway musical 'Hamilton' has announced that he will step into the shoes of Alexander Hamilton for the last time on July 9.

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 09:47PM

Conference sheds light on Cuban ballet by Carrie Seidman

CORPS de Ballet International explores the ballet style and technique of Cuba and brings together network of devotees...... Read more »

SOURCE: ticket.heraldtribune.com at 09:47PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda leaving 'Hamilton,' plans to film performance before July 9 by Vicki Hyman | Nj Advance Media For Nj.com

Lin-Manuel Miranda, the creator of the Tony-winning musical, won't say what he will do with the footage, but it's good news for those unable to score tickets to the sell-out show

SOURCE: NJ.com at 09:47PM

‘Sister Act’ a charmer at Moonlight by James Hebert

Even if you don’t agree that disco is, in fact, the eighth deadly sin, you’ve got to admit it has done some unholy things in the name of music. (Two words: “Funky Town.”) So it’s s…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:46PM

13 Questions for New ‘Hamilton’ Star Javier Munoz by Gordon Cox

When Javier Munoz takes the stage as the new Hamilton in “Hamilton” this July, it won’t be the first time he’s playing the role. He’s been creator-star Lin-Manu…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:45PM

The Beekeeper’s Daughter by Courtney Marie

Najla Said and P.J. Brennan in a scene from Karen Malpede’s “The Beekeeper’s Daughter” (Photo credit: Beatrice Schiller) Courtney Marie, Critic The stirring and emotional revival, T…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 09:34PM

Reckless Romantics by Arts Review

Unlocking a convict history, beastly fairytales and the seductive Australian bush will be explored in Reckless Romantics – a new exhibition by Jo Darvall at Sagra Gallery from 18 June…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:23PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Insight's 'Company' introduces Sondheim themes by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim — famously brilliant, famously challenging — has enjoyed many successes in his long career: “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” �…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:36PM

Best Bets: St. Charles Pride, Maria Bamford and more by Go! Magazine Staff

Our staff picks the best things to do this week — with a look ahead.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:36PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda leaving 'Hamilton' July 9 but will return by Mark Kennedy

Miranda said he will return to the show from time-to-time.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:36PM

Salman Rushdie attends Opera Theatre's 'Shalimar the Clown' by Jane Henderson

Novelist Salman Rushdie joined singers on stage and later mingled with patrons after Opera Theatre of St. Louis' performance Wednesday of "Shalimar the Clown."

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:36PM

Shrewd Taming | The Nation by Carey Purcell

Despite its all-female cast, a new production of The Taming of the Shrew is still a man’s story.

SOURCE: www.thenation.com at 08:35PM

Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti Returns to Feinstein's at the Nikko with 'Tales from Soprano Isle' This July by BroadwayWorld

Fresh off her Tony Award-nominated role in Roundabout Theater Company's critically-acclaimed Broadway revival of She Loves Me, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti returns to Feinstein's at the N…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:31PM

Canadian High School Tries Too Hard To Get Rights To “Hamilton” by Howard Sherman

On the one hand, it’s hard not to admire the efforts of Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts in Scarborough, Canada, near Toronto. A teacher and her students made as thorough a pitch as…

SOURCE: www.artsintegrity.org at 08:29PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Why I strip off for my standup show by Luisa Omielan

I’m a woman and a comedian: here are my boobs. Now can I just get on with my jokes please?For a lot of people, being naked onstage is their worst nightmare. For me, I’m having the time o…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:49PM

Ramin Karimloo & Norman Bowman Join London's Murder Ballad, Starring Kerry Ellis by Ryan McPhee

London’s Murder Ballad just got even steamier. Stage favorite Ramin Karimloo and Norman Bowman have joined the rock musical's U.K. premiere. The two will appear opposite …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:49PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda leaving 'Hamilton' July 9; vows to return by Mark Kennedy / Ap Drama Writer

NEW YORK — The news that no die-hard “Hamilton” fan — or anyone who hasn’t seen the Broadway smash yet — wants to hear has arrived: Lin-Manuel Miranda, its creator and star, is l…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 07:19PM

Orlando Shakespeare Theater Builds 'Angel Wings' To Guard Pulse Funerals From Westboro Baptist Church by Michael Dale

The strategy to block mourners from having to see hate speech signs was used at the trials for the killers of Matthew Shepard.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18PM

HAMILTON Parody from FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Creator to Open This Summer by BroadwayWorld

A new version of HAMILTON will soon bow in New York City.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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This Week in L.A. Theatre by Julio Martinez

IN THE NEWS Latino Theater Company at Downtown’s Los Angeles Theatre Center has garnered a $500,000 grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to support capacity building activ…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 06:55PM

Love Lost: ‘Paramour’ on Broadway by Matthew Wexler

  Cirque du Soleil’s inaugural Broadway venture, Paramour, which officially opened at the Lyric Theatre on May 25, has elements of a big, splashy, death-defying new musical—but they…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:55PM

Theater Listings for June 17-23

A critical guide to productions in New York City, including shows in that are previews.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:55PM

Ramin Karimloo Will Join Kerry Ellis & More in UK Premiere of MURDER BALLAD by BroadwayWorld

An all-star cast will bring MURDER BALLAD across the pond later this year.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:49PM

Critic's Notebook: Defining, and Proclaiming, a New Black Power by Wesley Morris

In shows like “Shuffle Along” and albums like “Lemonade,” a form of black self-love and empowerment is emerging, in ways not seen since the 1970s.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:43PM

Richard III review – Ralph Fiennes gets to grips with Shakespeare's ruthless ruler by Michael Billington

Almeida, LondonIn Rupert Goold’s production, Fiennes sacrifices some of the character’s irony while Vanessa Redgrave softens the often scolding Queen MargaretRupert Goold’s production …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:43PM

Theatre News: An EPIC Appeal to Baltimore County! by Self-Post News

Epic Productions Inc is a new Non-profit musical theater company setting up in Baltimore County.  But for this presentation, I want you to think of us as more than that.  We are not a “M…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:34PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Waitress' Keala Settle by Broadway.com

Waitress' Keala Settle stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:30PM

Fundraising Spotlight: The Illusory Adventures of a Dreamer by Michael Block

Everyone has a dream. And for me, it was to be a part of the New York International Fringe Festival. After five years of trying, I finally get my shot! We are bringing The Illusory Adventure…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 06:30PM

Interview: How Geneva Carr Finds Her Way Inside the Labyrinth of ‘Incognito’ by Jose Solis

Whether she’s playing one character or four, Geneva Carr always brings a sense of in-the-moment earthiness to the stage. She broke through in Robert Askins’ Hand to God, for which she wa…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 06:25PM

A new show will mock ‘Hamilton’ by Michael Riedel

If anything’s ripe for parody, it’s “Hamilton,” which rode a wave of hype to sweep the Tonys on Sunday. And who better to take a few potshots at “Hamilton”-mania than Gerard Ales…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 06:18PM

Lady Gaga Could Be Just the Starring Lady for Bradley Cooper’s A Star Is Born Remake by Jackson McHenry

Lady Gaga, fan of fame and also being birthed from various objects, is in talks to star in Bradley Cooper's remake of A Star Is Born. Gaga replaces Beyoncé, who left the film last fal…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:04PM

Danny Feldman to succeed Sheldon Epps as leader of Pasadena Playhouse by David Ng

Danny Feldman will succeed Sheldon Epps at the helm of the Pasadena Playhouse, the company announced on Thursday. Feldman will take on the dual roles of artistic and executive director at th…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 06:04PM

Theater News: Broadway Cares to Donate $150,000 to Orlando Organizations in the Name of Theater Community

Three $50,000 grants will be provided to different organizations.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: The Phantom of the Opera's Rachel Zatcoff Joins The Golden Bride

Zatcoff made her Broadway debut as Christine Daaé last year.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Florida Theatres Take Wing to Protect Orlando Mourners from Westboro Protesters by Robert Viagas

Local theatre folk will don angel wings to hide the picketers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:50PM

Isn't it Grand? Bianca Marroquin & Jaime Camil to Make Broadway History in Chicago by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Bianca Marroquín is back for more jazz! She is set to return to Chicago on Broadway on July 11, taking over for Charlotte d'Amboise as Roxie Hart. The production is currently headlin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:45PM

STAGE TUBE: Go Inside Opening Night of Disney's ALADDIN in the West End! by Stage Tube

Disney's new West End musical Aladdin opened last night, June 15, and tickets for the spectacular production are now on sale for performances up to and including February 11, 2017. Go inside…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:45PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Michael Crawford & Company in THE GO-BETWEEN! by Stage Tube

Michael Crawfordmakes his gloriousreturnto the London Stage in a new musical, based on the famed novel The Go-Between.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:45PM

Get RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Tickets Starting at $29 by Contests - Broadway

What if Annie was Rosemary's Baby What if Psycho's Norman Bates was astage mother What if Bad Seed was an eight-year-old understudy for thelead in a school play You'd get Ruthless the Musica…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:45PM

Film and Theater Producer Fred Caruso Dies in Suicide by Robert Simonson

Caruso produced the revue Newsical and the movie The Big Gay Musical

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:40PM

GERTRUDE – Theatre N16 by Laura Kressly

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SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:39PM

Dystopian Musicals ‘Thug Tunnel’ and ‘The Toxic Avenger Musical’ at the Fringe by Kurt Gardner

Denizens of an underground civilization and a famous mutant hero are the stars of two musicals making their Fringe debuts this year. Thug Tunnel

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:38PM

First Light review – questions of courage and cowardice in tale of a war deserter by Mark Lawson

Minerva, ChichesterMark Hayhurst’s play about a court-martialled first world war soldier is sharply intelligent and emotionally joltingThe canon of first world war drama is already vast. M…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:34PM

Hello Dillie! – It’s So Nice to Have You Back by Sandi Durell

    by Samuel L. Leiter     Take a pinch of Noel Coward’s patter, a soupcon of Elaine Stritch’s sass blended with a dash of Tallulah Bankhead’s slurry growl, a twin…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:23PM

‘Fast and Furious 8’ is the latest addition to Helen Mirren’s bizarre résumé by Elisabeth Vincentelli

If you think Helen Mirren signing up for the next installment of the “Fast and the Furious” franchise is a weird move, you haven’t paid enough attention to her career. Dame Helen�…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:16PM

Reviews: Beethoven 5, Aurora Orchestra, Bury Festival by A Younger Theatre

We’ve teamed up with Christina Birt Projects and Company of Angels to deliver a series of reviews as part of the Creative Critics series. School children aged 8-11 respond to a series…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:15PM

Alexander Hamilton Exhibition to Open at NY Public Library This Month by BroadwayWorld

Alexander Hamilton has taken center stage on Broadway recently, and now the Founding Father will also be getting the spotlight at The New York Public Library's Stephen A. Schwarzman Building…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:15PM

Reviews: The Rattler, Bury Festival by A Younger Theatre

We’ve teamed up with Christina Birt Projects and Company of Angels to deliver a series of reviews as part of the Creative Critics series. School children aged 8-11 respond to a series…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:15PM

Review: The Burning Gadulka, The Drayton Arms Theatre by Emily May

The gadulka. What is a gadulka? I’m still not sure even as I leave The Drayton Arms Theatre after having watching an hour long monologue that intends to explore the traditional Bulgarian f…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:15PM

Reviews: May Contain Food, Bury Festival by A Younger Theatre

We’ve teamed up with Christina Birt Projects and Company of Angels to deliver a series of reviews as part of the Creative Critics series. School children aged 8-11 respond to a series…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:15PM

Lady Gaga in Talks for Bradley Cooper’s ‘A Star Is Born’ Remake by Justin Kroll

After a lengthy courtship, Lady Gaga is ready for her close-up as the titular starlet in Bradley Cooper’s “A Star Is Born” remake. Deadline Hollywood reported last month t…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:11PM

Rage and resentment as a last resort in the Geffen Playhouse's 'Big Sky' by Charles McNulty

The setting for “Big Sky,” a new comedy by Alexandra Gersten-Vassilaros that opened Wednesday at the Geffen Playhouse, is a Ritz-Carlton condo in a deluxe vacation community in Aspen, Co…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 05:11PM

Cirque du Soleil's latest contortion: Bending to fit Broadway's model by Sarah Whitten

Regardless of how "Paramour" fares on the Great White Way, Zeiger and his theatrical division are already working on several other Broadway projects. At least four to five other musicals, bo…

SOURCE: www.cnbc.com at 05:08PM

NEWS: How the Other Half Loves extends in West End, moves to Duke of York’s by Press Releases

Bill Kenwright’s West End production of Alan Ayckbourn’s farcical tale of matrimonial mishaps How The Other Half Loves is moving house. The comedy, which has enjoyed huge public and crit…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:05PM

Last Chance for Lupita Nyong’o, Jessica Lange, Laura Benanti, Frank Langella: Broadway Shows Closing Soon by New York Theater

The following five shows are closing within the next ten days. Each of them I found worth seeing for one reason or another.   Eclipsed – closing June 19 Oscar winner Lupita Nyong…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 05:02PM

Summer’s Under the Radar Theatre in NYC (And Most Of It's Free!)

Check out these eight smaller, off-Broadway productions and theatrical experiences this summer.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:01PM

Film News: Lady Gaga in Talks to Star in Remake of A Star Is Born Directed by Bradley Cooper

It would be the third Hollywood production of the property.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Final Bow: Final Bow: Saycon Sengbloh on the Best and Hardest Parts of Bringing Eclipsed to Broadway

The Drama Desk winner and Tony nominee stars with Lupita Nyong'o in Danai Gurira's drama set during the Liberian Civil War.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Broadway's Chicago to Make Theater History Again

The musical will become the first ever to feature two Mexican-born leading performers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Art review: Chris Daubert paintings at Shimo Center in Sacramento

City College professor’s still lifes at heart are conceptualRecurrent themes deal with energy of lightExhibit is thought-provoking, intellectual yet sensual … Click to Continue &…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 05:00PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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The Pasadena Playhouse Names Danny Feldman as New Artistic Director by @ This Stage Staff

[PRESS RELEASE] The Pasadena Playhouse State Theatre of California announced today that Danny Feldman will be the theatre’s new Executive/Artistic Director. Mr. Feldman will work closel…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 04:57PM

Flubbed Lines, Mistakes and Mishaps! Broadway Stars Reveal All by Amy Sapp

Mistakes truly are gifts. As George Bernard Shaw said, “A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable but more useful than a life spent doing nothing.” In live theater …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:54PM

Phillipa Soo to Be Honored at Elly Awards by Olivia Clement

Renée Elise Goldsberry and Jasmine Cephas Jones will present the award to their Hamilton co-star.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:40PM

Bianca Marroquin Will Make History When She Returns to Broadway's Chicago by Andrew Gans

The Mexican-born actress returns to the Tony-winning revival in July.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:40PM

Broadway History Will be Made When CHICAGO Welcomes Back Bianca Marroquin This Summer by BroadwayWorld

Broadway history will be made when, for the first time ever, two Mexican-born actors will lead a Broadway musical. The producers of Chicago, Broadway's Longest Running American Musical, have…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

Lady Gaga in Talks to Join Bradley Cooper in A STAR IS BORN Remake by TV News Desk

With Beyonce officially no longer attached, Warner Bros. is once more on the huntfor the female lead in its long-gestating remake of A STAR IS BORN.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda confirms he'll leave 'Hamilton' July 9

But the Tony winner says he will come back, eventually.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 04:32PM

Off Limits Zone surprises, moves and knocks you off kilter: review by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Be prepared to explore as you wander the Port Lands in site-specific production from DLT for Luminato.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:24PM

On Your Feet!'s Josh Segarra Tapped for the CW's Arrow by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Josh Segarra, who is currently starring as Emilio Estefan in On Your Feet! on Broadway, has landed a role on the CW’s Arrow. Deadline reports that he will appear as a season regular on…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

Odds & Ends: Zac Efron Eyes Hugh Jackman's P.T. Barnum Musical, F. Murray Abraham Set for Rabbit & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Zac Efron Eyes Hugh Jackman's P.T. Barnum Musical Zac Efron is in negotiations to star alongside Tony winner Hugh Jackm…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

BC/EFA Donates $150,000 to Help Victims of Orlando Shooting

  Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS announced today that $150,000 will be donated on behalf of the Broadway community and all Broadway Cares supporters to three service organizations i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Review: Source Festival 2016: ‘Ballast’ by Nicole Hertvik

Ballast, by Georgette Kelly, is the third and final full-length play presented at the 9th annual DC Source Festival. Now in full swing, the Source Festival is once again bringing vibrant ne…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:10PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda leaving 'Hamilton' July 9; vows to return by Associated Press

NEW YORK — The news that no die-hard "Hamilton" fan — or anyone who hasn't seen the Broadway smash yet — wants to hear has arrived: Lin-Manuel Miranda, its creator and star, is leavin…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 04:10PM

Josh Radnor, F. Murray Abraham sign on to 'White Rabbit' by Associated Press

NEW YORK — Josh Radnor of "How I Met Your Mother" and F. Murray Abraham of "Homeland" are the latest actors to volunteer putting themselves in an unfamiliar place onstage with "White Rabbi…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 04:10PM

League of Chicago Theatres to Welcome I WANNA BE A PRODUCER Author John Breglio for Speaking, Signing by BroadwayWorld

The League of Chicago Theatres will host a speaking engagement and book signing event with John Breglio for his new book I WANNA BE A PRODUCER How to Make a Killing on Broadwayor Get Killed …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:04PM

Krysta Rodriguez, The Skivvies & More to Celebrate The Muppets at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

For over 60 years, the Muppets have been entertaining the world through laughter, learning, love - and lots of music. For one night only, join some of Broadway and comedy's brightest stars i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:04PM

TRUTH SLASH FICTION TV Pilot with Matt Doyle to Premiere at SeriesFest by TV News Desk

On Thursday June 23rd, Truth Slash Fiction, a television pilot about a group of high schoolers who write gay erotic fan fiction about their favorite boyband will make its premiere at SeriesF…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:04PM

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Violnist Set for Pre-Show Performance at United Palace of Cultural Arts, 6/27 by BroadwayWorld

Fiddler on the Roof's violin soloist, Kelly Hall-Tompkins, will perform a pre-show concert at a special event screening of the 1971 film of Fiddler on the Roof on Monday, June 27th at the Un…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:03PM

Review: Hobson’s Choice, Vaudeville Theatre by Lydia Lakemoore

This is a traditionally staged, loyal to style, West End version of Hobson’s Choice. It has every bell and whistle that the producers could throw at it; a big, beautiful set, gorgeous cos…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:03PM

Review: In the Gut, The Blue Elephant Theatre by Calum McIntosh

La Femme Ridicule’s In The Gut explores the difficulties that women face when addressing the subject of pregnancy. It uses grotesque and over-the-top characters to try and capture a wo…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:03PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Check Out Photos of WNET's Salute to Angela Lansbury by Playbill Staff

The flagship PBS station saluted the Tony-winning actress and others for their support.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:46PM

Nominees Announced for 8th Annual National High School Musical Theatre Awards

The nominees for this year’s National High School Musical Theatre Awards were announced June 16. Representing 31 theaters across the United States, the 62 students set to compete for t…

SOURCE: Backstage at 03:45PM

David Hyde Pierce to go off-Broadway for 'A Life' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Before David Hyde Pierce gets caught up with a meddling matchmaker on Broadway, he'll be consulting the stars in Adam Bock's play "A Life&a…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 03:45PM

Danny Adhim’s play GuyOnKnees tackles identity and self-discovery by Brad Wheeler

The gay comedian of Guyanese descent is brash, scandalous and vulnerable – a browner version of Scott Thompson’s classic Buddy Cole character, but with a poignancy to match the cheekiness

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:44PM

Finalists Announced for 2016 “Jimmy” Awards by Robert Viagas

High school talent from across America will compete on the stage of Broadway's Minskoff Theatre June 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:43PM

David Hyde Pierce Joins Cast of Playwrights Horizons’ A Life by Olivia Clement

The Tony winner has joined the cast of the world premiere by Adam Bock.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:39PM

Hamilton Will Be Filmed with the Original Cast | Vanity Fair by Joanna Robinson

The stars of the Broadway show are putting it all on film.

SOURCE: Vanity Fair at 03:38PM

Orlando’s Theatre Community Pitches In to Protect Pulse Funerals by American Theatre Editors

Two Orlando theatres are creating and organizing a creative way to block Westboro Baptist Church's anti-gay protests from view of mourners.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:37PM

Emotionally resonant 'MotherStruck' has happy ending for lesbian artist by Chris Jones

Jamaica — in full disclosure, one of my favorite places on Earth — is a diverse island of great cultural riches. It's also a land of self-actualizing storytellers, as you likely know if …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:25PM

Here’s How You Might Be Able to See the Original Hamilton Cast Perform by Raisa Bruner

Who leaves, who stays, who tells their story?

SOURCE: time.com at 03:23PM

Skylight co-star Sara Topham on how she relates to her character by Brad Wheeler

In Hidden Cove’s production of David Hare’s critically acclaimed Skylight, now playing in Toronto, the Canadian actress plays a London schoolteacher named Kyra

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:18PM

Exclusive: Listen to Audio Track from Alice Ripley and Emily Skinner's New Album by Adam Hetrick

Emily Skinner & Alice Ripley: Unattached – Live at Feinstein’s/54 Below will be released June 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM

Josh Radnor and F. Murray Abraham Set for White Rabbit Red Rabbit by Olivia Clement

The How I Met Your Mother star and Oscar winner join the rotating, star-studded cast of the Off-Broadway solo show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:14PM

BC/EFA Donates $150,000 to Orlando Shooting Charities by Robert Viagas

The AIDS charity seeks to help families and friends of the victims.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:11PM

Nick Adams and Lesli Margherita Will Strip Down with The Skivvies by Michael Gioia

The popular duo will return to Feinstein’s/54 Below June 18 with a slew of special guests.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

What actor-playwright Norm Foster is watching and listening to by Brad Wheeler

Norm Foster is co-starring this summer in the new play On a First Name Basis, whichpremieres June 17 as part of a new festival that bears his name – the Foster Festival

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:06PM

ABT ballerina Xiomara Reyes to lead Washington School of Ballet by Sarah L. Kaufman

Another husband-and-wife team from American Ballet Theatre is moving to Washington.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:04PM

David Hyde Pierce to go off-Broadway for ‘A Life’ by Mark Kennedy

Before David Hyde Pierce gets caught up with a meddling matchmaker on Broadway, he’ll be consulting the stars in Adam Bock’s play “A Life” off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:04PM

Director’s Notes: Kent Nicholson Talks About AMADEUS by Tania Thompson

Q&A with AMADEUS director Kent Nicholson, who takes a moment to think about the nearly four-decade popularity of Peter Shaffer’s hit play. The post Director’s Notes: Kent Nicholson…

SOURCE: www.breakingcharactermagazine.com at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: Michael Urie Brings Buyer & Cellar to Westport Country Playhouse

Urie received a Drama Desk Award for his performance.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: David Hyde Pierce to Star in Adam Bock's A Life

Anne Kauffman directs the new production at Playwrights Horizons.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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The Simple Simples by Steven Morris

The post The Simple Simples appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:58PM

WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Corine Cohen

ACADEMY AWARD, GOLDEN GLOBE & OBIE WINNING ACTOR F. MURRAY ABRAHAM (JULY 18) AND ACCLAIMED TELEVISION & STAGE STAR JOSH RADNOR (JULY 25)   JOIN THE LINEUP FOR NEW YORK PREMIERE …

SOURCE: broadwayshowbiz.com at 02:57PM

The laughter is contagious at Hollywood Fringe Festival's 'Toxic Avenger' by David C. Nichols

Radioactive laughter courses through Good People Theater Company’s “The Toxic Avenger,” wreaking sublimely silly havoc at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. In its Los Angeles premiere, Jo…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 02:57PM

Suburbanite Review: "Himself and Nora" by Joseph Cervelli

More passion would have helped. Review appears in other North Jersey Media Group Newspapers.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 02:57PM

David Hyde Pierce Will Lead Adam Bock's A LIFE at Playwrights Horizons This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Playwrights Horizons announced today that acclaimed and beloved stage and television star, Tony Award winner and Emmy Award winner David Hyde Pierce The Heidi Chronicles and The Maderati at …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

VIDEO: The Daily Journey of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's Wedding Dress by Michael Dale

Designer Maria Bjornson's stunning creation is carefully cared for after every performance.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Hangin' with the Hamiltons- Backstage with Lin-Manuel Miranda & Javier Mu?oz! by Walter McBride

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Javier Muoz - Lin-Manuel Miranda's alternate in the Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton on Broadway and the actor who portrayed AlexanderHamilton when P…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

Skin of Honey/Piel de Miel by Steven Morris

The post Skin of Honey/Piel de Miel appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:46PM

Meet the New Talents from Jersey (New) Moves! Emerging Choreographers by Jose Solis

For the second consecutive year, audiences will get to see the best work from up and coming choreographers in Jersey (New) Moves! Emerging Choreographers at NJPAC. The initiative by Jersey M…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:44PM

Rolando Sanz Brings Andrew Lippa’s “Concept Opera” I Am Anne Hutchinson/ I Am Harvey Milk by HowlRound

By Marcina Zaccaria. Marcina Zaccaria discusses Rolando Sanz’s role in producing and presenting the opera I Am Anne Hutchinson/I Am Harvey Milk by Andrew Lippa.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:38PM

Leading Ladies Carmen Cusack, Lupita Nyong'o and Marin Mazzie Take Their Final Bows by Olivia Clement

The Know: What not to miss in theatre June 16-26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:35PM

Shrewd Taming by Carey

Originally published on The Nation View this story online The uneasy state of feminism in America is reflected in the well-intentioned but unsteady production of The Taming of the Shrew at C…

SOURCE: Carey Purcell at 02:30PM

Hamilton's original Broadway cast to be filmed before Lin-Manuel Miranda exits by Nigel M Smith

The creator and star of the Tony-winning sensation leaves the show in July - but before he takes his bow, the show will be recorded on two separate nightsHamilton star and creator Lin-Manuel…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:25PM

Women in crisis: what Medea and Phaedre teach us about mental illness by Violaine Huisman

Ancient texts have a cosmic way of speaking to people in our time: for instance, a New York woman who killed her two children, and my mother, who killed herselfPascale, my daughter’s schoo…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:25PM

The Audience is Present: An Interview with LIFT’s Mark Ball by HowlRound

By Patrick Gaughan, Mark Ball. Patrick Gaughan explores audience engagement and the relative merit of the Q&A in conversation with Mark Ball, artistic director of the London Internationa…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:25PM

See George Takei Take On White Rabbit Red Rabbit by Hannah Vine

Each Monday night a different actor performs the play that is sealed inside an envelope.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Confirms ‘Hamilton’ Replacement, Defends $849 Ticket by Jeremy Gerard

Lin-Manuel Miranda this morning confirmed that Javier Muñoz, his alternate since the beginning of the journey Hamilton has taken from workshop to off-Broadway to Sunday’s 11-Tony Awar…

SOURCE: Deadline at 02:09PM

Josh Radnor & F. Murray Abraham Join WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT Lineup by BroadwayWorld

Maberry Theatricalshave announced the next two stars and dates for the New York premiere of WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT, the internationally-acclaimed play by Nassim Soleimanpour. Academy Award,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to leave 'Hamilton' on July 9 by Tribune News Services

The news that no die-hard "Hamilton" fan — or anyone who hasn't seen the Broadway smash yet — wants to hear has arrived: Lin-Manuel Miranda, its creator and star, is leaving the show thi…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 02:05PM

Ta-Nehisi Coates talks Orlando, Ali with fellow writers Toni Morrison and Sonia Sanchez by Hillel Italie

Speaking on stage at Broadway's Ambassador Theatre, Ta-Nehisi Coates remembered studying at Howard University and being mesmerized by a few lines from the poem "Personal Letter No. 3." "We a…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:05PM

Ballet names new head of education by Carrie Seidman

Christopher Hird, artistic manager of Boston Ballet School will take over in mid-July...... Read more »

SOURCE: ticket.heraldtribune.com at 02:05PM

Josh Radnor, F. Murray Abraham sign on to 'White Rabbit' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Josh Radnor of "How I Met Your Mother" and F. Murray Abraham of "Homeland" are the latest actors to volunteer putting themselves i…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 02:05PM

Josh Radnor, F. Murray Abraham sign on to ‘White Rabbit’ by Mark Kennedy

Josh Radnor of “How I Met Your Mother” and F. Murray Abraham of “Homeland” are the latest actors to volunteer putting themselves in an unfamiliar place onstage with “White Rabbit R…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:04PM

Review: Source Festival 2016: ‘Crossroads’: Artistic Blind Date by David Siegel

Plunk yourself down upstairs at the Source Theatre to take in a state of mind; one of dreams and dissonance. Let yourself be open to three creative artists who bring forth dream states at th…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:04PM

Theater News: Nominees Announced for 2016 National High School Musical Theatre Awards

The annual "Jimmy Awards" will be hosted by Zachary Levi.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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The Next Hamilton Is On The Horizon! Who Could It Possibly Be? by Tristan Halstead

UPDATE: 6/16/2016- It has been confirmed that Javier Muñoz will, indeed, be taking over the role of Alexander Hamilton after Lin-Manuel Miranda takes his final bow (for now) on July 9th! R…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 01:59PM

Leslie Odom Jr. Gives Surprise Concert In Central Park! by Alicia Samuel

This morning, Tony-Winner Leslie Odom Jr. (we just love saying that!) posted an impromptu invitation to an acoustic concert in Central Park to his Twitter! With more than 1k favorites and 2…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 01:55PM

Profiles' Darrell W. Cox Responds To On-Stage Abuse Allegations After Theatre Shuts Down by Michael Dale

The actor denies claims he regularly attacked actors during violent scenes during run of KILLER JOE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:54PM

Opportunity: RADA Youth Company applications open by Rebekah Ellerby

RADA: Youth Company Applications Open The RADA Youth Company provides access to drama training and performance opportunities for young people aged 16-20 who live in and around London. Each y…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:49PM

“The Mousetrap” – Classic Whodunnit Features “Elite” Cast by Cary Ginell

REVIEW BY CARY GINELL Agatha Christie’s masterpiece, The Mousetrap, made its debut in London’s West End in 1952, and, incredibly, some 64 years later, it’s still running, …

SOURCE: vconstage.com at 01:45PM

Hamilton Will Be Filmed; Mixtape and Documentary Released This Fall by Michael Gioia

At today’s press conference led by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony-winning author revealed details on all of his upcoming projects.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:38PM

LES Shakespeare Company to Stage Antigone by Olivia Clement

The Lower East Side group will present a new adaptation of the Greek tragedy as part of the Planet Connections Festivity.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM

REVIEW: Flowers For Mrs Harris, Sheffield Crucible ✭✭✭ by Laura Milburn

By Laura Milburn Flowers For Mrs Harris Sheffield Crucible Theatre 3 Stars The new musical Flowers for Mrs Harris, recently enjoyed its world premiere season at the Crucible Theatre in Sheff…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 01:12PM

THEATER TALK to Air Tony Awards Wrap-Up This Weekend by TV News Desk

An all-new THEATER TALK features its annual TONY Wrap-Up, with journalists Jesse Green New York Magazine, Michael Musto Out.com and Patrick Pacheco Los Angeles Times an AndrewAndrew report f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

Photo Flash: Michael Urie Returns to BUYER & CELLAR at Westport Country Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

The original Off-Broadway production of the critically acclaimed comedy 'Buyer amp Cellar' playsWestport Country Playhousenow throughJuly 3. Michael Urie, who won the Drama Desk, Clarence De…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

Adam Chanler-Berat, Erin Davie, Colin Hanlon & More Set for National Music Theater Conference by BroadwayWorld

Casting has been announced for the new musicals in development at Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's National Music Theater Conference later this month. Among the actors premiering new work are…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tee-Rico Benefits Equality Cares in Florida by Michael Dale

In response to this weekend's tragic events in Orlando Lin-Manuel Miranda has established an officially-licensed merchandise site, Tee-Rico.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

Alan Ayckbourn’s How The Other Half Loves Will Move House in London's West End by Broadway.com

Alan Ayckbourn’s farcical tale of matrimonial mishaps How The Other Half Loves is moving house. The acclaimed comedy, starring Jenny Seagrove and more, will extend its West End run, an…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:08PM

Theatre News: Palace Theatre to get Hogwarts makeover

The front of the Palace Theatre will be adorned in the house colours of Hogwarts

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:08PM

Theatre News: How the Other Half Loves extends and transfers to Duke of York's

The comedy is now booking at its new home until October

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:08PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Confirms He’s Leaving ‘Hamilton’ on July 9 by Michael Paulson

The creator and star of the Broadway hit will work on other projects, some of them “Hamilton”-related, but expects to return at times to the show.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:08PM

Universal's 'Wicked' Movie Adaptation Gets December 2019 Release by Pamela McClintock

Stephen Daldry will direct the musical for Universal and producer Marc Platt.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:07PM

Robert De Niro Co-Directs ‘A Bronx Tale’ for Broadway by Amy Sapp

A Bronx Tale: The Musical, co-directed by two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro and four-time Tony winner Jerry Zaks, will begin preview performances on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre on No…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:02PM

VIDEO: Lorene Ren on Discovering Ancient Taiwanese Recipes in ‘Rookie Chef’ by Robert Michael Poole

Fresh from directing one of the highest grossing Taiwanese films of all time, 2012’s “Din Tao: Leader of the Parade,” director Fung Kai presents a lighthearted tale of family and tradi…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 01:00PM

It’s Official: Lin-Manuel Miranda is Leaving ‘Hamilton’ on July 9, 2016 by Amy Sapp

On the morning of Thursday, June 16, Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda announced to reporters attending a breakfast in Washington Heights that he is, indeed, departing the cast of Hamilt…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:00PM

Theater News: Lincoln Center Theater Sets Platform Series Discussion for Oslo

J.T. Rogers and Bartlett Sher will take part in the conversation.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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World Refugee Day: Two Elm City Exhibits Focus On Those Fleeing Troubled Lands by Susan Dunne

World Refugee Day is Monday, June 20. An exhibit at New Haven Museum focuses on the contemporary Middle Eastern refugee experience, with work by six artists based in New Haven. Another exhib…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:58PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda leaving ‘Hamilton’ July 9 but will return by The Associated Press

Miranda, who has been in the show since it made its debut off-Broadway in early 2015, said Thursday he will perform his last show July 9.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 12:55PM

Fuse Commentary: “The Boston Globe” Cleans House by Jonathan Blumhofer

Arts and entertainment are one and the same, so the thinking goes, both trivial – or at least way down the pecking order when it comes to things that are genuinely important.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:55PM

Fuse Book Review: “Better Living Through Criticism” — Critical Self-Help by Bill Marx

A.O. Scott's hurrah for criticism should be savored by anyone interested in the connections between the health of the arts and the ways we articulate their value.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:55PM

See Jim Parsons, Elaine Paige, Nathan Lane and More Visit Broadway by Hannah Vine

Stars stopped by Fully Committed and School of Rock this week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:50PM

Production news round-up: June 8 to 14 by Georgia Snow

Musicals Broadway musical Hamilton has confirmed it will open in the West End in 2017. It will run at the Victoria Palace

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:41PM

Broadway Weekly Buying Guide, Powered by SeatGeek: June 16, 2016 by BroadwayWorld

Read on to catch up on this past week's trends June 10-16, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40PM

Lincoln Center Theater to Continue Platform Series with OSLO's J.T. Rogers & Bartlett Sher by BroadwayWorld

Lincoln Center Theater's Platform Series, a forum for public discussion between Lincoln Center Theater artists and interested theatergoers, begins its 19th season on Wednesday, July 6 at 6pm…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40PM

2016 Jimmy Awards Nominees Announced! by BroadwayWorld

THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE AWARDS NHSMTAJIMMY AWARDS has announced that 62 high school students from across America will compete for the Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40PM

BC/EFA Donates $150,000 to Help Victims of Orlando Shooting by BroadwayWorld

Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS announced today that 150,000 will be donated on behalf of the Broadway community and all Broadway Cares supporters to three service organizations in central …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40PM

The Making of the Latest Tappy Music Video from Book of Mormon’s Chris Rice by Yvette Kojic

Creator and star of YouTube’s Tappy ball-changes things up for his latest project, out today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:37PM

‘Hamilton”s New Hamilton: Javier Muñoz by Matthew Wexler

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s alternate in the Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton on Broadway and the actor who portrayed Alexander Hamilton when President Barack Obama saw Hamilton last July …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:30PM

Upright Citizens Brigade Musical to Be Filmed by Robert Viagas

F***ing Identical Twins has been optioned by 20th Century Fox.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:29PM

Winner of 10th Annual ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus Announced by Andrew Gans

Actors’ Equity Association will present the award June 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:27PM

Is ‘Shrew’ Worth Taming? Women Directors Keep Trying by Laura Collins-Hughes

“The Taming of the Shrew,” now at the Delacorte Theater, reminds women of their duty to their husbands. Here’s a take from a critic — and how some female directors view it.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:22PM

Peter Stevens obituary by Alan Strachan

General administrator of the National Theatre during Peter Hall’s time as directorPeter Stevens, who has died aged 83, more or less fell into his eventual career in British theatre adminis…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:14PM

Luminato video project exposes the naked truth in dance by Michael Crabb

DA Hoskins presents 20-minute installation that is raw, poetic, mysterious.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 12:13PM

How Hamilton will change what audiences expect from the theater.

I was re-reading Story by Robert McKee last week (the classic must-read for anyone writing or producing or creating anything), and in the first few pages, I stumbled upon this chestnut: Ori…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 12:13PM

TDF to Receive 5th Annual Friend of Off-Broadway Award by BroadwayWorld

The Off Broadway Alliance, the organization of Off Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents and marketing professionals, will bestow its 5th annual Friend of Off Broadway…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:13PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Hamilton’ Exit Set for July with Javier Munoz to Take Over by Gordon Cox

“Hamilton” will have a new Hamilton in July, with Lin-Manuel Miranda, the creator-star of the Tony-winning Broadway smash, confirmed to exit the show July 9 and his longtime alte…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:13PM

New star at 'Hamilton'; Lin-Manuel Miranda's charity for Orlando by Joe Dziemianowicz

“Hamilton” is keeping the starring role of the “$10 founding father” in the family.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 12:13PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Is Officially Leaving Hamilton in July; Will Be Succeeded by Javier Muñoz by Nate Jones

The rumors were true: Lin-Manuel Miranda really is leaving Hamilton next month, the show confirmed in a press release Thursday. The recent Tony winner's last performance in the rol…

SOURCE: Vulture at 12:13PM

Interviews from London Below: Inside Cohesion Theatre’s ‘Neverwhere’: Part 6: Cassandra Dutt by Patricia Mitchell

In Part Six of a series of interviews with cast members of Cohesion Theatre Company’s Neverwhere, meet Cassandra Dutt. Patricia: Please introduce yourself and tell our readers where they …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:04PM

UPDATE: Lin-Manuel Miranda Tweets, HAMILTON To Be Filmed With Original Cast by Michael Dale

The original cast will be filmed later this month, although Miranda says he doesn't know what will be done with it.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:02PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Tony Winner Karen Ziemba in Sharon Playhouse's GYPSY by BroadwayWorld

Sharon Playhouse, under the leadership of Artistic DirectorJohn Simpkinsand Managing DirectorJustin Ball, presents Tony Award-winnerKaren Ziembain GYPSY, with performances beginning tonight,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:02PM

Brian d'Arcy James Tapped for Netflix's 13 Reasons Why from Next to Normal and Spotlight Creators by Ryan McPhee

Brian d’Arcy James is heading to the small screen in a project from two previous collaborators. According to Deadline, the Tony nominee will star in the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Jet Set! The Color Purple Tony Winner Cynthia Erivo Sparkles at Aladdin's London Opening by Lindsey Sullivan

In addition to that well-deserved Tony Award, The Color Purple's Cynthia Erivo should also receive an award for Girlfriend of the Year. After the whirlwind that is Tony weekend, the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Olivier-Winning Sunny Afternoon Sets Closing Date in the West End by Lindsey Sullivan

The Kinks bio-musical Sunny Afternoon will take the stage for the last time on October 29 after playing at the Harold Pinter Theatre for over two years. A national tour of the production,&nb…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

Happy Days Are Here! Carole King and the Cast of Beautiful Celebrate 1,000 Performances by Lindsey Sullivan

They can certainly feel the earth move! Beautiful: The Carole King Musical celebrated 1,000 performances on June 15, 2016, and Mayor Bill de Blasio proclaimed it Carole King day. Take a look…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM

How the Other Half Loves moves to new West End home by Matthew Hemley

Alan Ayckbourn’s How the Other Half Loves is extending its run in the West End, with a move to the Duke of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:01PM

Cabaret News: Little Shop of Horrors Original Cast Members to Reunite for Concert

The evening will bring together various companies of the classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Michelle Dawson to Lead Mamma Mia! at John W. Engeman Theater

The ABBA musical will have a run in Northport, Long Island.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Video Flash: EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Paapa Essiedu Stars as Hamlet for the Royal Shakespeare Company

The RSC's new production of Shakespeare's tragedy is coming to American cinemas.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Rufus Wainwright Encores Legendary Judy Garland Concert Tonight by Robert Viagas

He also recently released an album based on nine Shakespeare sonnets.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

Arts Council should focus more on grassroots – report by Georgia Snow

Arts Council England should introduce a new funding strand dedicated to grassroots work as part of a shift to recognise the value

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:56AM

Jane Fonda to Host Tectonic's Birthday Bash by Olivia Clement

The Oscar winner will host a star-studded anniversary benefit performance in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Javier Munoz to Replace Lin-Manuel Miranda in 'Hamilton,' Broadway Show to Film With Original Cast by Ashley Lee

It's official: The composer-star will exit the hit musical on July 9.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:52AM

Hurry up, 'Hamilton' fans: Lin-Manuel Miranda announces departure date from show by Peter Marks

Other cast members also expected to leave cast soon.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:50AM

Zac Efron May Join Hugh Jackman in P.T. Barnum Film by Andrew Gans

Michael Gracey will direct The Greatest Showman on Earth.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM

Really Useful Group announces management shake-up by Matthew Hemley

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group has announced a major restructure of its management team, in a move that sees the creative

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:39AM

BWW TV: Randy Rainbow is on the Rosy Red Carpet of the 70th Annual Tony Awards! by Randy Rainbow

Before the awards were handed out, however, Randy Rainbow was on the rosy red carpet to chat with the evening's brightest stars. Rewind the clock to Sunday afternoon plus, find out what Tony…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:38AM

Rosario Dawson Joins Original EPIX Documentary Series AMERICA DIVIDED by TV News Desk

Premium TV network EPIX announced today that actress Rosario Dawson Daredevil, Sin City, Rent has joined the limited Original Documentary Series AMERICA DIVIDED as a celebrity correspondent.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:38AM

Off Script: 'Daredevil' Star Charlie Cox Plays Six Characters (With Eyesight) in 'Incognito' by Ashley Lee

The actor bounces back from a botched 'Star Wars' audition with the off-Broadway play, foam-rolling and brunch in Brooklyn.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:32AM

National Ballet proves Giselle is no dance fossil: review by Michael Crabb

Svetlana Lunkina and Harrison James bring beautiful dancing and dramatic depth to 175-year-old ballet.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:31AM

ON CORPORATION STREET – Manchester by Kristy Stott

“Where were you on June 15th 1996, when the bomb went off?” It’s a question etched into most Mancunians' minds and this year marks the twentieth anniversary of the 1996 Manchester bomb…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

Live, from Zanies, it's Colin Jost of 'SNL' by Zach Freeman

How do you kick off your summer when your day (or "Night") job is on a break until the fall? If you're Colin Jost — co-anchor for "Weekend Update" on "Saturday Night Live" — you stop by …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:29AM

Harlem School of the Arts to Honor First African-American Rockette by Olivia Clement

Jennifer Jones will be celebrated at the Harlem City Music Hall Dance Spectacular.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM

Hear a New Song from Wicked Composer's Latest Musical by Robert Viagas

Schikaneder is preparing for its September bow in Vienna.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:17AM

Hot Clip of the Day: #TBT to Sally Mayes Comical She Loves Me Solo

#TBT to Sally Mayes Tony-nominates star turn in She Loves Me.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:15AM

BAFTA Award-Winning Justin Fletcher Joins The Railway Children Cast

BAFTA award–winning presenter, actor and voice-over artist, Justin Fletcher will transform from the much-loved children’s character Mr Tumble into the equally loved Mr Perks for …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 11:13AM

We Know Him! Javier Munoz Will Replace Lin-Manuel Miranda in Hamilton on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

We're sure Hamilfans will be satisfied with this news! As expected, Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton alternate, Javier Muñoz, will replace the creator and star of the Tony-winnin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:08AM

Tony Kushner Currently Working on Script for WEST SIDE STORY Remake by Movies News Desk

Prolific filmmaker Steven Spielberg reveals that a remake of WEST SIDE STORY is currently in the works, featuring a script by Tony Kushner.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

It's Your Shot! Donate $10 for the Chance to Win Tickets to HAMILTON by BroadwayWorld

This could be your shot Lin-Manuel Miranda recently announced that July 9th will be his last performance of Hamilton on Broadway. While ticket prices for this performance will surely be thro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

Oscar Winner Anne Hathaway Named U.N. Goodwill Ambassador by TV News Desk

The United Nations entity tasked with promoting gender equality this week announced the appointment of Academy Award-winning American actor Anne Hathaway as global Goodwill Ambassador.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

A New Cassie Joins the Line at the Hollywood Bowl- Meet A CHORUS LINE's Sarah Bowden! by BroadwayWorld

The Hollywood Bowl's production of A Chorus Line, which plays July 29-31, will feature all-star cast, including Mario Lopez as Zach, Krysta Rodriguez as Diana Morales, Robert Fairchild as Mi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

Features: Let's Talk About Sets: Diego Pitarch on The Donkey Show

The designer of the disco re-imagining of A Midsummer Night's Dream explains the joys and the challenges of working in a non-theatrical space

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:04AM

Multi-Olivier Award-Winning Musical Sunny Afternoon To Leave London In October

The multi-Olivier award-winning hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will conclude its London run at the end of its current booking period on 29 October this year, after more than two years i…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 11:04AM

Freedom Theater’s long road by Cogency

At Philadelphia’s Freedom Theater in 2004, Walter Dallas directed a musical about Jesus reviving the dead, Lazarus Unstoned. It was an exciting, compelling production. But soon afterwards,…

SOURCE: theculturalcritic.com at 11:02AM

Broadway Stars Come Together To Raise Money For Orlando Victims by Kristen Martin

This past Sunday, what is now considered the worst massacre in the 21st century, occurred at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida as 49 people were killed and 53 injured by a man entering the…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 11:00AM

Theater News: Lin-Manuel Miranda to Depart Broadway's Tony-Winning Hamilton

The original star and creator of the acclaimed musical will say farewell to the production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Westminster Council approves Palace Theatre’s Hogwarts facade for Harry Potter run by Matthew Hemley

West End venue the Palace Theatre is to get a Hogwarts-style makeover after planning permission was granted by the local council. As

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:58AM

‘Hamilton’ Fans Are Getting Duped by Fake Tickets by Kerry Close

Fake Broadway tickets are getting more and more convincing.

SOURCE: time.com at 10:57AM

Javier Muñoz Will Succeed Lin-Manuel Miranda in Broadway's Hamilton by Michael Gioia

Muñoz will go on full time in the Tony-winning musical beginning July 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Here’s When Lin-Manuel Miranda Is Leaving Hamilton by Denver Nicks

His last show will be July 9

SOURCE: time.com at 10:50AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to leave Hamilton on July 9 by Mark Kennedy

Star and creator of Hamilton will play one of lead roles in Mary Poppins sequel

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 10:48AM

Bradley Cooper to Produce ‘Stand Up to Cancer’ TV Special by Variety Staff

Bradley Cooper is on board to exec produce the latest “Stand Up to Cancer” primetime fundraising special, set to air Sept. 9 as a roadblock across more than two dozen networks. T…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:47AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda To Leave ‘Hamilton’ On July 9 by Cbskapost

The news that no die-hard "Hamilton" fan — or anyone who hasn't seen the Broadway smash yet — wants to hear has arrived: Lin-Manuel Miranda, its creator and star, is leaving the show.

SOURCE: CBS 2 TV at 10:44AM

Fuse Book Review: “A Hero of France” — An Insider’s Guide to the French Resistance by Arts Fuse Editor

Alan Furst's books are spy thrillers infused with a crisp, rather than a flowery, literary sensibility.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:42AM

VIDEO: Aladdin Opening Night by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Last night Disney’s Aladdin opened at the Prince Edward Theatre. BritishTheatre.com is pleased to bring you this great preview of the red carpet and the show. Following…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:39AM

'The Nanny' Star & Broadway Veteran Ann Morgan Guilbert Dies at 87 by TV News Desk

Ann Morgan Guilbert, perhaps best known for her role as 'Grandma Yetta Rosenberg' on ABC's THE NANNY, died of cancer on Tuesday, June 14th in Los Angeles, California at the age of 87.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:31AM

Javier Munoz Will Take Over in HAMILTON When Lin-Manuel Miranda Departs in July by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, HAMILTON leading man Lin-Manuel Miranda will be exiting the show on July 9 to focus on his upcoming projects, including the starring role in Disney's MA…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:31AM

When, How and Why “Classic Comedy” Died by Trav S.D.

This long-planned post is prompted by the fact that TCM is showing all the Mexican Spitfire comedies today.  My aim is to get a handle on my passionate (but until recently, too vague) convi…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:31AM

Beauty And The Beast Redux Redux Redux Still Effective by Bill Hirschman

There’s a virtue, I suppose, in reliability. When you go to see something with Disney’s name in the title whether it’s the Pirates of Caribbean Ride in Orlando, Anaheim, Toyko or Paris…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 10:24AM

Human dissection as opera: It's the REDCAT world premiere of David Lang's 'Anatomy Theater' by Catherine Womack

Less than a week after closing its main stage season with a familiar production of Puccini's "La Bohème," Los Angeles Opera is shifting to the smaller REDCAT for the world premiere Thursday…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 10:21AM

Photos! Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Celebrates 1,000th Performance by Hannah Vine

King herself was on hand to help usher musical biography into an exclusive Broadway club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

Meet The Cast of ‘Moon Over Buffalo’ at Vagabond Players: Part 2: Jess Kim by Joel Markowitz

In Part Two of a series of interviews with the cast of Vagabond Players’ Moon Over Buffalo, meet Jess Kim. Please introduce yourselves and tell me why you wanted to be in the cast of…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:12AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to leave 'Hamilton' on July 9 by Tribune News Services

The news that no die-hard "Hamilton" fan — or anyone who hasn't see the Broadway smash yet — wants to hear has arrived: Lin-Manuel Miranda, its creator and star, is leaving his show. Mir…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 10:11AM

Tony Kushner Working on Script for West Side Story Remake by Andrew Gans

Steven Spielberg is attached to the project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:10AM

Jason Robert Brown Responds to Orlando Shootings With Original Song by Robert Viagas

Hear him perform “A Song About Your Gun.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Showbiz Memoirs by Breglio and Bricusse include Sondheim Moments by Rick Pender

REVIEW BY ERIK HAAGENSEN Two recent books about show business share a tangential tie to Stephen Sondheim while otherwise being about as different as they can be. American entertainment lawye…

SOURCE: EverythingSondheim at 10:01AM

A Conversation with Gabriela Ortega by Admin

  Though New York still has yet to embark on its Fringe Season, the Pacific coast is already underway. The Hollywood Fringe Festival provides a platform for developing artists in the Lo…

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 10:00AM

A Conversation with Gabriela Ortega by Admin

  Though New York still has yet to embark on its Fringe Season, the Pacific coast is already underway. The Hollywood Fringe Festival provides a platform for developing artists in the Lo…

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 10:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Review Round-Ups: Did Disney's Aladdin impress?

The much-hyped production opened at the Prince Edward Theatre yesterday evening

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:58AM

Blogs: Sarah Crompton: Why do some people like to know the ending?

Sarah Crompton on the importance of plot and why she always prefers to be surprised

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:58AM

BWW TV: ALADDIN Takes Opening Night Bows in London! by BroadwayWorld TV

Last night, Wednesday 15 June, saw the Opening Night of Disney's new West End musical Aladdin at the Prince Edward Theatre, London. Footage is also available to download featuring the cast's…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:58AM

VIDEO: Taye Diggs Talks Recent Home Burglary on THE TALK by TV News Desk

On yesterday's THE TALK, 'Murder In The First' star Taye Diggs RENT, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH commented on celebrities being able to take a joke

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:58AM

Photo Coverage: Carole King Helps BEAUTIFUL Celebrate 1000 Performances on Broadway! by Walter McBride

The Carole King Musical celebrated 1,000 performances on Broadway yesterday, becoming the longest running show to play at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre formally known as the Henry Miller Thea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:58AM

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, June 16, 2016 by Susan Grace

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Mario Lopez, Krysta Rodriguez and More Join Cast of Hollywood Bowl Chorus Line by Andrew Gans

Original cast member Baayork Lee will direct and choreograph.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM

VIDEO: Elton John Pays Tribute to Victims of Orlando Mass Shooting by BroadwayWorld

Legendary singer Elton John took time out of his Liverpool Echo Arena concert on Tuesday, June 14th, to pay tribute to the victims of the Orlando shooting, which took the lives of 49 people …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:25AM

VIDEO: Martin Short Talks 'Maya & Marty's Famous Guest Stars on LATE NIGHT by TV News Desk

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest Martin Short spoke with Seth about working with Drake, Larry David and Steve Martin on his new NBC variety series MAYA amp MARTY. Watch the clip below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:25AM

Exclusive Podcast: Joel B. New Heads to Paris on New Episode of 'Something New' by Something New

In Episode 412 of 'Something New' -- a musical theatre podcast that interviews diverse artists and premieres original songs -- award-winning songwriter Joel B. New went to Paris, France and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:25AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 6/16/16- Danny Burstein by Stage Tube

Happy Birthday, Danny Burstein On Broadway, Burstein's appearances have included A Little Hotel on the Side 1992, Yakov in The Seagull 1992-93, in Saint Joan and Three Men on a Horse both in…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:25AM

Pop-Open Staging Delights in Dead Writers THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, Opening July 1 by Michael J. Roberts

Dead Writers Theatre Collective uses pop-open as well as flat layered staging pieces to pack [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:25AM

Margaret Thatcher Queen of Soho by Rowan James

Have you ever wondered what the Australian political landscape would look like if Gough Whitlam survived the 1975 Constitutional Crisis, if Tony Abbott didn’t eat that onion, or if Harold …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:21AM

Sunny Afternoon To Close In London by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Following a run of more than two years in London’s West End, Sunny Afternoon – The Kinks Musical will end its run at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 29 October 2016.…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:09AM

The National Joke review – politics of despair amid a Tory Twitter storm by Alfred Hickling

Stephen Joseph theatre, ScarboroughThe satire is a little shaky but this neatly acted production finds Torben Betts once more smuggling left-leaning, state-of-the-nation analysis into his co…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:03AM

Theatre excels at exposing injustices, just not its own by Lyn Gardner

Shows around the UK are underpinned by countless unpaid hours, short-term contracts and decreasing fees. At a time of cuts, artists are afraid to rock the boatThe Office for National Statist…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:03AM

Legendary Broadway Cares Auctioneer Lorna Kelly Passes Away by BroadwayWorld

Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS turned to Facebook to announce the sad news that legendary BCEFA auctioneer Lorna Kelly passed away on Wednesday, June 15th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:03AM

VIDEO: First Listen to a New Stephen Schwartz Musical Tune from SCHIKANEDER by Stage Tube

The first song of VEREINIGTE BHNEN WIEN's new musical SCHIKANEDER by Stephen Schwartz and Christian Struppeck is now online and BWW has your first listen below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:03AM

Neill Gorton: ‘There’s a lot of work out there for talented make-up artists’ by Paul Vale

Neill Gorton may not be a household name, but in the make-up and special effects industry, he is generally considered to be

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

International: Festivals fight on in a chaotic climate by Ruy Filho

After something of a lengthy slump, performing arts festivals in Brazil are once more becoming relevant. Not only are those with more

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

International news round-up: June 16 by The Stage

Ageing theatres saved US/NEW MEXICO New Mexico has reported that its programme to help save its ageing theatres is seeing results. Similar to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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The Railway Children to close in January 2017 by Georgia Snow

The Railway Children is to close in January 2017 after a run of two years at the King’s Cross Theatre. It comes

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:55AM

Theatre News: Sunny Afternoon to close in the West End

The Kinks musical will end its current run in October

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:54AM

Theatre News: The Railway Children to close in January 2017

The show has run at the King's Cross Theatre for two years

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:54AM

Theatre News: Matt Cardle, Rachel Tucker and more to star in new season at Brasserie Zedel

The new season will launch at the venue in September

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:54AM

Not Dead Enough UK Tour by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Following the sell out successes of The Perfect Murder and Dead Simple on stage and his 11th consecutive Sunday Times No 1 Best-Selling Book, Peter James returns to theatres …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:50AM

Kinks musical Sunny Afternoon to close by Matthew Hemley

Kinks musical Sunny Afternoon is to close in London after more than two years at the Harold Pinter Theatre. The musical will

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:44AM

Fuse Theater Review: “I Was Most Alive With You” — Ambition is Not Enough by Joann Green Breuer

The effort to merge Deaf culture with the Book of Job becomes too much a burden for Craig Lucas's family melodrama to bear.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:38AM

NEWS: Kinks musical Sunny Afternoon closes in West End, 29 Oct by Press Releases

The multi-Olivier award-winning hit British musical SUNNY AFTERNOON will conclude its London run at the end of its current booking period on 29 October 2016, after more than two years in the…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:26AM

Should they go? Sunny Afternoon posts West End closing notices, 29 Oct

It's Waterloo Sunset time for our favourite Kinks musical. SUNNY AFTERNOON has posted closing notices in the West End. But two bits of good news: you still have until October to see the show…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 08:26AM

Prolific Broadway Producer, MGM Exec Darcie Denkert Dies at 64 by Movies News Desk

Darcie Denkert, a longtime MGM executive and former co-president of the studio's MGM On Stage theater division, passed away on Friday, June 10th at the age of 64.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

Brian D'Arcy James to Star in Netflix's 13 REASONS WHY from Writer Brian Yorkey by TV News Desk

Brian D'Arcy James will star opposite Dylan Minnette, Katherine Langford and Kate Walsh in Netflix's 13-episode series 13 REASONS WHY.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM

REVIEW: Jessica Lang Dance at The Joyce Theater by #cota

By Anne Carr Jessica Lang does the hard work for us. That much is apparent from the latest program at The Joyce Theater, which was a carefully selected sampling of her work – balletic,…

SOURCE: centerontheaisle.com at 08:21AM

Why We Are No Longer Shocked by “Ulysses” by Louis Menand

Not many verbal artifacts are cooler than the first edition of James Joyce’s “Ulysses,” which was published, in Paris, on February 2, 1922, the author’s fortieth birthday. As is stan…

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 08:18AM

‘A Bronx Tale,’ directed by Robert De Niro, heading to Broadway by Melanie Dostis

"A Bronx Tale" will tell its story on Broadway later this year.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 08:18AM

Bradley Cooper to produce Stand Up To Cancer telecast

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Bradley Cooper is throwing his weight behind a Stand Up To Cancer telecast....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:18AM

Musicians use song, statements to respond to mass shooting by The Associated Press

Elton John, Ricky Martin and Melissa Etheridge are among the gay artists using their voices to respond to the mass shooting at a Florida nightclub....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:18AM

Writers Morrison, Coates and Sanchez talk art, Orlando, Ali by Hillel Italie

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Broadway audience was on its feet. Not for "Hamilton" or "The Humans," but for a trio of celebrated writers: Toni Morrison, Ta…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:18AM

Choreographer Dianne McIntyre bolsters status as Cleveland treasure with Doris Duke Artist Award by Zachary Lewis

If any artist in Cleveland ranks as a national treasure, surely it's choreographer Dianne McIntyre. The Doris Duke Artist Award she received last month, the latest in a string of high-level …

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 08:18AM

Zac Efron Is in Talks to Do a Musical Again, Thank God by Jackson McHenry

Here and now, it's time for a celebration: Zac Efron has finally figured it out. Per Variety, Efron is in talks to join Hugh Jackman's long-gestating P.T. Barnum biopic The Greatest Showman …

SOURCE: Vulture at 08:18AM

Jenny Jules Talks Her Broadway Debut in the Crucible by April Reign

Jenny Jules is what many would call an actor’s actor. She gets the kind of roles and acclaim that other performers whisper for at night in their prayer closets. We were lucky enough to…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 08:06AM

Interviews from London Below: Inside Cohesion Theatre’s ‘Neverwhere’: Part 4 – Matthew Lindsay Payne by Patricia Mitchell

In Part four of a series of interviews with cast members of Cohesion Theatre Company’s Neverwhere, meet Matthew Lindsay Payne. Patricia: Please introduce yourself and tell our readers whe…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:00AM

Trailer: Mary-Louise Parker, Chris Noth Wage War In ‘Chronically Metropolitan’ by Jeremy Gerard

EXCLUSIVE: Here’s a first look at Chronically Metropolitan, having its world premiere next week at the Nantucket Film Festival. Directed by Xavier Manrique (Hope Springs) and written b…

SOURCE: Deadline at 08:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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The First Harry Potter Play Wins Praise in London by Rino16

The Harry Potter series of books for children by the writer J. K. Rowling have generated millions of sales worldwide and resulted in eight very successful screen productions. Recently, Londo…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 07:58AM

Feinstein's 54 Below to Celebrate the Music from '1776' This Independence Day by BroadwayWorld

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, celebrates the 4th of July 4th with '54 Sings 1776,' a celebration of the music from Broadway's Tony Award-winning Independence Day musical by Sherman Edwar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:47AM

Review: Nabucco (Royal Opera House)

The pageant-opera returns, distinguished by a star performance from a true Verdi baritone

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:47AM

Theatre News: Contact Theatre announces autumn season

The theatre hosts Belarus Free Theatre, Spymonkey and Candoco dance company

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:47AM

Video: Why we want a repertory company at the Liverpool Everyman

Artistic director Gemma Bodinetz and director Nick Bagnall on their plans for the Liverpool Everyman company

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:47AM

‘Hamilton’ trio to accept National Archives Foundation award by Associated Press

The creator and star of the musical “Hamilton” will appear alongside two other creative forces of the Broadway smash at the National Archives Foundation’s upcoming annual gala.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 07:47AM

Why Peter Shaffer mattered by Terry Teachout

In today’s Wall Street Journal “Sightings” column I pay tribute to the late Peter Shaffer. Here’s an excerpt. * * * The obituaries for Peter Shaffer, who died the other day at the ag…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:30AM

Broadway stars Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sarah Jessica Parker, Idina Menzel, and more to record song for Orlando victims by Clarisse Loughrey, Clarisse Loughrey

Proceeds will go to benefit the LGBT Center of Central Florida, which has been providing support to the families of victims

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:14AM

BWW's On This Day - June 16, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on June 16 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:14AM

Broadway AM Report, 6/16/2016 - A BRONX TALE, SHE LOVES ME and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:14AM

VIDEOS: Toronto High School Stages Three Songs From HAMILTON; Asking For Performance Rights by Michael Dale

Toronto's Wexford Collegiate Institute School for the Arts is serious about obtaining the performance rights for HAMILTON now.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:14AM

NEWS: Christopher Haydon to leave the Gate Theatre by Laura Stevens

Christopher Haydon has announced he will be stepping down from the Gate Theatre next year. On 14 June, the Notting Hill theatre revealed that Haydon would leave in January 2017 after a five…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:10AM

ENO’s Cressida Pollock – arts must admit new audiences ‘tend to be white, middle class’ by Matthew Hemley

English National Opera boss Cressida Pollock has claimed most audiences for the performing arts will inevitably be white and middle class, no

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:08AM

‘There’s a worldwide shortage of sequins because of this musical’ – Disney’s Aladdin: opening night by Matthew Hemley

As Aladdin opens in the West End, Matthew Hemley caught up with the cast and creative team to talk about bringing the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:06AM

Almanac: Cormac McCarthy on the capacity for happiness by Terry Teachout

“I aint got all that many regrets. I could imagine lots of things that you might think would make a man happier. I think by the time you’re grown you’re as happy as you’re goin to be…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Late Night review – Europe's in meltdown, but the music plays on by Lyn Gardner

The Pit, LondonA shattered ballroom is the setting for Greek company Blitz’s apocalyptic vision of a lost continent where catastrophe is political and emotionalLondon has gone dark, Paris …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:54AM

Sarah Millican review – a saucy postcard from smutty country by Brian Logan

Brighton Dome The emphasis is relentlessly below the waist in a frank show ostensibly about the comedian embracing rural lifeDo we have a new genre of standup? Just as Michael McIntyre did l…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:54AM

Female-focused new writing company the Coterie launches by Georgia Snow

A new theatre company with a focus on nurturing female playwrights has been launched. Created by director Caitlin McLeod, the Coterie will

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:46AM

Photos: In pictures: The Aladdin after-party

Cast and guests celebrated at the National Gallery

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:42AM

HOBSON’S CHOICE – West End by Libby Purves

A hairdo can be eloquent. When Bryan Dick as Willie Mossop first emerges quaking with humility from a trapdoor under old Hobson’s shop, above a flapping leather apron and ragged shirt his …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:29AM

News: Tonic Theatre celebrates women successes on stage by Laura Stevens

A theatre that promotes gender equality has set up a series of events profiling the achievements of women in the stage world. Tonic Theatre Celebrates, which begins 22 June at London’s …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:12AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, June 16, 2016 by James Marino

Listen: #BroadwayforOrlando Recording, #SheLovesMe to Stream “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day. Any and …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Spinning on the graves: Circa stage a show in London cemetery by Lyn Gardner

Circus is a celebration of being alive – so what happens when acrobats perform in a graveyard? Yaron Lifschitz of the Australian ensemble talks about the dusk staging of their eerie new pi…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:51AM

Review: Karagula (Styx)

This new Philip Ridley play takes place in an ambulance depot in Tottenham

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:38AM

Review: On Corporation Street (HOME, Manchester)

ANU and HOME's new show marks the twentieth anniversary of the bombing of Manchester by the Provisional IRA

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:38AM

Video: Opening night: Cynthia Erivo, Dean John-Wilson and Jade Ewen at Aladdin

We chatted to the stars and cast at the opening night of Aladdin

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:38AM

The Garrison Keillor You Never Knew by Cara Buckley

After more than four decades of hosting “A Prairie Home Companion,” which he created and which, in turn, created him, the public radio legend is retiring.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:25AM

NEWS: The Railway Children posts closing notices for 8 Jan, Justin Fletcher joins cast by Press Releases

The Olivier Award-winning production of Mike Kenny’s stage adaptation of E. Nesbit’s novel The Railway Children – Live on Stage must end on 8 January 2017, following more than two year…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:24AM

Alistair Smith: Are politics and arts best kept apart? by Alistair Smith

Hamilton’s success has been remarkable in so many ways, but few more so than that its performance at the Tony Awards was

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Christopher Haydon: If you only value paid performers, you don’t understand acting by Christopher Haydon

What is Michael Billington’s problem with amateur performers? In a recent blog for the Guardian, he lauds the Royal Shakespeare Company’s current

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

West End Live: Perry's favourite musicals & funny facts

As we announced yesterday, vlogger Perry O'Bree will be taking over Stage Faves this weekend to report live from WEST END LIVE in Trafalgar Square this Saturday, 18-19 June 2016. In two more…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 05:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Karagula, Styx by Aleks Sierz

Polymath playwright Philip Ridley is endlessly inventive. Having written a couple of exciting pieces of bravura storytelling – Tender Napalm (2012) and Dark Vanilla Jungle (2014) – he we…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 04:37AM

Press pass: All the Aladdin reviews, the biggest star on the purple carpet + show trailer by Terri Paddock

The first-night bookers could never have imagined that the timing of Aladdin‘s West End opening could feel so incongruous with what’s happening in the real world. For producers D…

SOURCE: Terri Paddock at 04:09AM

Elysia Crampton: Abstract Storyteller, Reimagining the Boundaries of State and Self by Thea Ballard,modern Painters

In the opening moments of Elysia Crampton’s 2015 EP “American Drift,” her frequent collaborator Money Allah calmly says, “I’m nailed to the impossible.” Set to a shimmering, mela…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Post-Tonys Round Up Part II – Red Carpet Arrivals by Jk Clarke

        Sunday night, June 12 at the Beacon Theatre was quite a night! Theater Pizzazz wants to thank you for following along to our live blog, and postings from the red …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:58AM

“WOZ: A Rock Cabaret” Returns July 14 – 17, 2016 at Victory Gardens Theater – Guest Star Andre De Shields! by Michael J. Roberts

After selling out shows across Chicago, “WOZ: A Rock Cabaret,” is back by popular demand for five [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:22AM

Lookingglass announces full cast for Life Sucks by Michael J. Roberts

Opening its 29th Season, Lookingglass Theatre Company presents the Midwest Premiere of Life Sucks written [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:22AM

Fresh Meat fest celebrates 15 years of transgender and queer performance by Michaela Payne

On Sunday, siren Star Amerasu heard the news about the mass shooting victims in Orlando and wrote a new song to perform at this week’s Fresh Meat Festival. “I felt » The post Fresh …

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 03:01AM

Ady Lady ponders salvation vs. shame in funny solo show by Leslie Katz

“I saw a muzzled dog vomit on the bus.” That first line promises much, and monologist Ady Lady follows through, in her wildly funny show onstage at The Marsh in » The post Ady Lady …

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 03:01AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Aladdin, Prince Edward Theatre by Edward Seckerson

If anyone harboured any doubts as to how diverse the world of musical theatre can be, this past week will surely have proved an ear and eye-opener. While Richard  Taylor and David Wood'…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 02:27AM

Lena Hall Rocks and Rolls Café Carlyle by Jk Clarke

      Lena Hall’s “Oh! You Pretty Thing” Plays The Café Carlyle through June 25       by Jordan Cohen   “Now this next guy…” is a phrase Lena …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 02:12AM

Daniel Evans: Sheffield showed me why bricks and mortar matter by Daniel Evans

After seven-and-a-quarter years, it’s time to say goodbye. By the end of the month, I will no longer be artistic director of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Susan Elkin: Are you ready for drama training, Edinburgh style? by Susan Elkin

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2016 brochure has arrived. As usual, it’s the size of a thumping great telephone directory – an astonishing

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Natasha Tripney: Aladdin not a panto? Oh, yes it is by Natasha Tripney

There’s something very familiar about the house of mouse’s latest import from Broadway, based on its 1992 animated film, Aladdin. It contains

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Mark Shenton’s theatre picks: June 16 by Mark Shenton

Clashing press nights are something critics have to accommodate regularly: we can’t be in three or four places at once. That’s fine

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Theater News: Karen Ziemba Set to Begin Performances as Rose in Gypsy

The Tony Award winner takes her turn in the classic American musical starting tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Theater News: Barrington Stage Company Presents Kimberly Akimbo

Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire's show begins tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Freddie Highmore's Dual Personality on "Bates Motel" by Young Hollywood

Freddie Highmore's Dual Personality on "Bates Motel" The impossibly charming and talented Freddie Highmore returns to the YH Studio to catch us up on the most intense season of A&E's "Bates …

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Grace Performs Live & Talks Brother Conrad Sewell by Young Hollywood

Grace Performs Live & Talks Brother Conrad Sewell The beautiful and talented Grace graces the YH Studio with her phenomenal voice to perform a live acoustic rendition of her hit single, "You…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Nic Green by Arts Review

Who is Nic Green? A Scottish-based artist. Often I get assumed as male because of my name (and maybe my moustache), but I identify as female. What would you do differently to what you do now…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:54AM

Disgraced by Arts Review

Following its sell-out Australian premiere at Sydney Theatre Company (STC), Ayad Akhtar’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Disgraced will be brought to the stages of Parramatta’s Rivers…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:40AM

HAND TO GOD Opens at Phoenix Theatre Today by BroadwayWorld

Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis opensthe Regional Premiere of HAND TO GOD today, June 16, 2016 on the Livia and Steve Russell Stage. This production runs through July 17, with Mark Routhier …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

Lincoln Center Theater's OSLO, Starring Jennifer Ehle & Jefferson Mays, Begins Performances Today by BroadwayWorld

Commissioned by Lincoln Center Theater, J.T. Rogers'Oslo begins performances today, Thursday, June 16 and will open Monday, July 11 at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater 150 West 65 Street.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37AM

Re-visioning Histories by Arts Review

Bringing together leading Australian Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists to re-evaluate the history of colonisation and its impact on Indigenous Australians, Re-visioning Histories opens …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:18AM

Trevor Noah On Trump: “This Madness Is Familiar To Me” by Jeremy Gerard

If Bill Clinton was America’s first black president, The Daily Show host Trevor Noah quipped at an event Wednesday evening, Donald Trump might just be “our first African presiden…

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:17AM

Heavy Lies the Head in which STC’s Will on the Hill fills “the worst job in Washington” by Tim Treanor

Have things become so grim in our political life that we’ve lost the capacity to laugh at ourselves? Granted, we have managed to nominate the two most despised candidates for President…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:02AM

The Lost Lands by Arts Review

A new music and arts festival – The Lost Lands – is set to inspire kids and adults in equal measure, boasting shared experiences for creatives, music-lovers and the adventurous.…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:01AM

R.E.M.’s Mike Mills hits classical note in Toronto Symphony Orchestra concerto by Trish Crawford

Rock composer Mike Mills' Concerto for Violin, Rock Band and String Orchestra has world premiere with TSO.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 12:01AM

Karen Ziemba Stars in Gypsy Starting Tonight by Andrew Gans

The Tony winner takes on one of the musical theatre’s most sought-after roles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

J.T. Rogers’ Oslo Begins Tonight by Olivia Clement

The Bartlett Sher-helmed political thriller begins performances at Lincoln Center Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Creating the Underworld of Downtown’s Hit Hadestown by Ruthie Fierberg

Composer/musician Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin talk contemporary theatre, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 and why immersive theatre is all the rage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Drag For Kids and the Importance of Gender Creativity by Joe Gambino

What do a drag queen on roller skates, an over-excited llama and Carol Channing have to do with each other? Welcome to The Commedia Cinderella.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Road Trip! Road Trip! The Playbill Mixtape for Your Joy Ride by Ruthie Fierberg

Summertime means travel time, and you’ll need music to get you through. Playbill and Subaru teamed up to deliver a playlist of theatre’s songs of the summer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

From 'Seinfeld' to Pittsburgh CLO's 'Chicago' with John O'Hurley by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

John O’Hurley has become one with the J. Peterman catalog company, as part owner with the real-life J. Peterman. Yet the actor misses the “Seinfeld” character of the same name more tha…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Heather McHugh Launches Sunken Garden Poetry Festival by Carole Goldberg

Beautiful words and beautiful music in a setting of natural beauty: Who could ask for more? That is what the 24th annual Sunken Garden Poetry Festival, which begins Wednesday, June 22, offer…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

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Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic