Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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L.A. Philharmonic’s Opening Night Salutes Gershwin, Raises Education Funds by Shalini Dore

In keeping with the playful George Gershwin tunes performed at the LA Philharmonic’s opening night gala on Tuesday, Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell sang, danced, and got the audience t…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:59PM

State Theatre Company of South Australia reveals 2017 Season by Arts Review

After a hugely successful season to date in 2016, including its recent record-breaking production of The 39 Steps and its first ever international co-production with Things I Know To Be True…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:41PM

Will Lady Gaga Pen New Album for A STAR IS BORN Remake? by Movies News Desk

Showbiz 411 has reported that the lead of the upcoming A Star Is Born remake, Lady Gaga, may compose an entire album of new material for the movie.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40PM

Motor-mouth Loves Suck-Face by Arts Review

Shut up and listen. In exactly ten minutes and fifty-three seconds the world is going to end. But that’s not important right now… Get transported to another world with the apocalyptic…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:33PM

Battlefield review – Peter Brook's return to the Mahabharata is breathtaking by Michael Billington

Young Vic, LondonThe director’s new work based on the ancient text is one of aesthetic beauty and great skill, if less convincing as a parable of our times Three decades ago, Peter Brook�…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:26PM

Theatre Review: ‘Flying V: Be Awesome: A Theatrical Mixtape of the 90s’ at The Writer’s Center by Andrew White

  ‘Tis the season for nostalgia, it seems; hipsters of a certain age are flocking to the Avalon Theatre to catch the Beatles documentary “Eight Days a Week” coming face-to…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘All the Ways to Say I Love You,’ a Lesson in Guilt by Ben Brantley

Judith Light performs this Neil LaBute monologue about a schoolteacher racked with regret over an inadvisable decision.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:37PM

Review: He’s Geekily Charming in This Magic Show, Until He Fools You by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Helder Guimarães brings his mastery of illusion to “Verso,” a one-man show directed by Rodrigo Santos at New World Stages.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:37PM

Theatre Review: ‘Protest’ by Alliance for New Music-Theatre at The President Woodrow Wilson House by John Connor Buckley

Nowadays, so much of what anyone says is fully available for public viewing.  We know that with fame and notoriety comes power and influence, to the point where the consequences of what yo…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:36PM

ALLEGIANCE's George Takei to Recieve Los Angeles Inner City Essence Award by BroadwayWorld

The alumni of the Inner City Cultural Center ICCC 50th Anniversary Planning Committee will present to renowned actor George Takei

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:34PM

BWW Recap: Liza & Friends Kiss Things and Let Them Go on YOUNGER's Season Premiere by Matt Smith

The wait is over, YOUNGER fans and yes, it's a bit shorter than usual That's right, the TV Land gods have rewarded us with a slightly less lengthy wait between seasons launching four months…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:34PM

Why A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen is more relevant than ever by Susanna Rustin

Three major productions in just over a year, one to be revived for the second time next week – why is this play about a Norwegian housewife so enduringly popular?When, next Wednesday eveni…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:10PM

Photo Flash: Paper Mill Playhouse Presents Mel Brooks' THE PRODUCERS by BroadwayWorld

The Producersis the hilarious smash hit about two theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop. Complications arise when the show unexpectedly turn…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10PM

Cady Huffman: Tom Boy, Show Girl by Sandi Durell

    by Marilyn Lester     Cady Huffman is quite the character and that is said in the very best possible way. She’s a charmer – a slightly kooky charmer – and that …

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 10:02PM

Off Broadway Review: Neil LaBute’s ‘All The Ways To Say I Love You’ by Gordon Cox

Splat! That’s playwright Neil LaBute with egg all over his face for penning “All the Ways to Say I Love You,” an embarrassingly clumsy one-act  about an older wom…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM

Review: Verso

Helder Guimarães offers truth in deception in his newest magic act.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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The Front Page by Doug Marino

The stellar cast in this what's old is new again production far outshines the material itself.  Director Jack O'Brien is forced to fill almost 3 hours (including 2 intermissions) with a…

SOURCE: Act Three - The Reviews at 09:46PM

All The Ways to Say I Love You by Sandi Durell

  by Brian Scott Lipton   “What is the weight of a lie?” These initially puzzling and undeniably provocative words, the first ones spoken by one Mrs. Johnson in “All The Ways…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:39PM

'All the Ways to Say I Love You' review: Judith Light in Neil LaBute play

Leave it to Neil LaBute to find a heretofore unknown -- at least to me -- way to express one's love. In "All the Ways to Say I Love You" (LaBute's 10th play for MCC Theater), the chameleonic…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 09:36PM

Non-Profit Arts Version Of “The Talk” by Joe Patti

From what I have been reading, the new Fair Labor Standards Act regulations regarding overtime pay is going be pretty tough for non-profit arts organizations to handle. If you aren’t u…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 09:27PM

All The Ways To Say I Love You review: Judith Light in new Neil LaBute monologue by Jonathan Mandell

Those of us who have followed her splendid career since Judith Light returned to the New York stage in 2010 welcomed the news that she would be appearing in a new solo play written by Neil L…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 09:16PM

All The Ways to Say I Love You review – a sexual confession pulls its punches by Alexis Soloski

MCC Theater, New YorkJudith Light elevates Neil LaBute’s mildly sensational material about a transgressive relationship into a reasonably compelling character studyWho would distrust Judit…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:08PM

Review: All the Ways to Say I Love You

And all the ways to say I don't.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Judith Light in Neil LaBute Play, All The Ways To Say I Love You: Review, Pics by New York Theater

Those of us who have followed her splendid career since Judith Light returned to the New York stage in 2010 welcomed the news that she would be appearing in a new solo play written by Neil L…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 08:33PM

'All the Ways to Say I Love You': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Judith Light stars in 'All the Ways to Say I Love You,' Neil LaBute's one-person play about a high school teacher who describes a traumatic experience involving one of her students. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:30PM

Theater Review: Judith Light, Neil LaBute, and All the Ways to Say I Love You by Jesse Green

Judith Light can do no wrong onstage, which isn’t to say she can save a play that gets so little right. Without her, All the Ways to Say I Love You, the hour-long monologue that opened MCC…

SOURCE: Vulture at 08:30PM

Aladdin to fly into Melbourne in April 2017 by Arts Review

Currently playing to critical acclaim at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre, Disney Theatrical Productions have announced that Aladdin,  the hit Broadway musical, will open at Her Majesty’s …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 08:21PM

Theatre Review: ‘Jersey Boys’ at the Hippodrome Theatre by Steve Charing

It could have just been a concert that played The Four Seasons’ numerous hits and the audience would have been enthralled. Yet, “Jersey Boys,” kicking off the 2016-17 season as…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:17PM

Judith Light Goes Solo in Somber LaBute Drama by Robert Kahn

The exacting "Transparent" actress is a schoolteacher living with the consequences of a long-ago affair in "All the Ways to Say I Love You."

SOURCE: NBC New York at 08:07PM

Disney to remake 'Lion King' with real lions?

Also in Tattle: Alec Baldwin, Donald Trump, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Goldie Hawn, Kate Hudson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and more

SOURCE: Philly.com at 08:06PM

What’s on tap in children’s theater this fall by Jane Horwitz

“Freaky Friday” and “Sense & Sensibility” top the list of offerings for older kids.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 08:03PM

Disney Announces ALADDIN to Open in Melbourne Next Year by BroadwayWorld

Today, Disney Theatrical Productions announcedAladdinthe hit Broadway musical, will open at Her Majesty's Theatre in April 2017. Tickets will be available to the general public through Ticke…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:03PM

STAGE TUBE: Darren Criss, Lena Hall, & Stephen Trask Preview HEDWIG Tour in Latest Performance by Stage Tube

Lift up your handsDarren Criss, Lena Hall, and Stephen Trask presentedacoustic performances of 'Sugar Daddy' and 'Midnight Radio' from HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at aMembers-only In Conversat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:03PM

STAGE DIRECTIONS App Launches Today for iPhone by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Stickers has announced the launch of 'Stage Directions' -- a first-of-its-kind iMessage Stickers App that allows users to insert fun and dramatic stage directions e.g. appears throu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:03PM

Conspiracy, Shakespeare, and John F. Kennedy by Daniel Henning

by DANIEL HENNING of 80% of Americans believe that John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, was killed as a result of a conspiracy. In fact, the House Select Committee o…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 08:02PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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First Nighter: Judith Light Illuminates Neil LaBute's "All The Ways to Say I Love You," Brian Quijada Shines in His "Where Did We Sit o by David Finkle

Now Neil LaBute uses <em>All the Ways to Say I Love You</em> as an illustration of the eventual devastation afflicting a teacher in the Midwest who strays with a student from her…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 07:30PM

First Nighter: Judith Light Illuminates Neil LaBute's "All The Ways to Say I Love You," Brian Quijada Shines in His "Where Did We Sit o by David Finkle

Now Neil LaBute uses <em>All the Ways to Say I Love You</em> as an illustration of the eventual devastation afflicting a teacher in the Midwest who strays with a student from her…

SOURCE: www.huffpost.com at 07:30PM

DVR ALERT: SOUTH PARK Episode Co-Written by Robert Lopez Airs Tonight on Comedy Central by TV News Desk

Robert Lopez fans should be sure to tune in to Comedy Central tonight for a brand new episode of the show co-written by the Academy Award winning composer. He tweeted this afternoon 'I've be…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:21PM

Kevin Kline stages Broadway comeback in ‘Present Laughter’: Will he win his third Tony Award? by Tony Ruiz

Kevin Kline is returning to Broadway for the first time in almost a decade, playing a self-obsessed stage actor in a revival of Noel Coward’s “Present Laughter.” The farce opens at the…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 07:21PM

ALL THE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Few of those documenting the ever-raging battle of the sexes in the theatre are quite as experienced as Neil LaBute, who's made it some part of practically every play he's written.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:15PM

Review: Laura Benanti Shows Range With Songs and Stories by Stephen Holden

In her show at Café Carlyle, a self-assured and humorous Ms. Benanti displayed a powerful voice as she took on songs from her idols.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:13PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Courtney Reed of Aladdin by Broadway.com

Aladdin star Courtney Reed stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about her jewelry line Gagged Chokers and more. 

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:04PM

Finding Neverland Circles Jersey Boys' Theater in the West End by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Hot on the heels of the announcement that Jersey Boys will shutter at the West End's Piccadilly Theatre, comes speculation that Harvey Weinstein has secured the venue for the London tran…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:04PM

Tick, Tick…BOOM! Star Nick Blaemire on His Early Rent Discovery, Glory Days Recovery, Spongebob & More by Broadway.com

Composer and actor Nick Blaemire on why playing Jonathan Larson in Keen Company's Tick, Tick...BOOM! is the perfect gig.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:04PM

UK Theatre Awards announces regional winners for most welcoming theatre 2016 by Matthew Hemley

Hull Truck Theatre, the Orange Tree Theatre in West London and the Salisbury Playhouse have been named among the UK’s most welcoming

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: September 29 by The Stage

The Stage newspaper comes out once a week and is brimming with industry news, advice, analysis and reviews from all over the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00PM

Photo Flash: Diane Lane, Harold Perrineau, and More Lead Broadway's The Cherry Orchard

The revival with a new adaptation by Stephen Karam plays Roundabout Theatre Company's American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Jersey Boys to close in the West End

The musical will close after nine years in London

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:55PM

Make way for Aladdin! Disney’s hit musical will tour to Melbourne by Erin James

Aladdin, Genie, Jasmine and the citizens of Agrabah will be heading to Melbourne for a highly anticipated season at Her Majesty’s Theatre from April 2017. Disney Theatrical Productio…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 06:32PM

A.C.T.’s “King Charles III” Ignites Royal Revolt by Bdhorwitz

Mike Bartlett’s Splendid, Dangerous Comedy by Barry David Horwitz ACT’s stage set for “King Charles III” sets a high bar for the show—it’s a stunning, spectacular castle, many st…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 06:25PM

A Word With: Romeo Castellucci, the Provocative Italian Stage Director by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Despite his international fame, Mr. Castellucci has never had his work seen in New York City until now, at the Crossing the Line Festival.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:21PM

Soho Rep Makes an Abrupt Exit From Walkerspace by American Theatre Editors

The company discovers it's not technically permitted to do much of what it's been doing in its downtown Manhattan space for 25 years.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:12PM

Julie Kent, sweeping the Washington Ballet forward by Sarah L. Kaufman

As the former ABT dancer readies the first program at her new gig, she eyes the details.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 06:07PM

Bye Bye Baby! Jersey Boys to Close in West End by Broadway.com

After the sad news that Jersey Boys would be closing on Broadway, comes the announcement that the Olivier-winning London production will shutter at the Piccadilly Theatre on March 26, 2017. …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:07PM

The Broadway.com Show: Ramin Karimloo's Return, Frozen Update, Megan Hilty's Big News & More by Broadway.com

In this week's episode, we talk about Ramin Karimloo's Broadway return in Anastasia, Mamie Parris in Cats, Veronica Dunne in Chicago, Nick Adams' sexy promise and more.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:07PM

There's one more chance to see Twelfth Night as done in Mumbai by Tony Adler

Hindi isn't the only language into which Mumbai's Company Theatre has translated Twelfth Night. They've also rendered it into a theatrical style that takes liberties with everything but Shak…

SOURCE: www.chicagoreader.com at 06:03PM

There's one last chance to see Twelfth Night in Hindi by Tony Adler

Hindi isn't the only language into which Mumbai's Company Theatre has translated Twelfth Night. They've also rendered it into a theatrical style that takes liberties with everything but Shak…

SOURCE: www.chicagoreader.com at 06:03PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Jersey Boys closes after nine years in West End, 26 Mar by Press Releases

One of London’s best loved musicals, JERSEY BOYS, will close at the Piccadilly Theatre on Sunday 26 March 2017 following nine amazing years in London. JERSEY BOYS is currently the sixth lo…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:59PM

Final season: Jersey Boys posts West End closing notices for 26 March

Oh what a sad night. The New York production of JERSEY BOYS, which tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, recently announced that it will be closing in January after more tha…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 05:59PM

Jersey Boys London To Close 26 March 2017 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo After nine amazing years in London, producers have announced that Jersey Boys will close at the Piccadilly Theatre on Sunday 26 March 2017. They have also announced that a se…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:58PM

The 2016 Ovation Awards Nominees To Be Announced on November 2 by @ This Stage Staff

CELEBRATING LOS ANGELES THEATRE We're pleased to share that, on November 2, we'll be announcing the 2016 LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards nominees right here on @ This Stage. The Ovation…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 05:56PM

Breaking News: London's JERSEY BOYS to Take Final Bow in Spring 2017 by BroadwayWorld

One of London's best loved musicals, Jersey Boys, will close at the Piccadilly Theatre on Sunday 26 March 2017 following nine amazing years in London.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:50PM

Wish List review – lives boxed in by relentless work and benefit cuts by Lyn Gardner

Royal Exchange Studio, ManchesterIn Katherine Soper’s devastating debut play, a young woman balances a zero-hours packing job with caring for her brotherTamsin is 19 but she walks like an …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:50PM

Elizabeth LeCompte to Receive 2016 Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize by American Theatre Editors

The cofounder of the Wooster Group will receive approximately $300,000 with the award.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:42PM

Slave Narratives: "Underground Railroad Game" and "Nat Turner in Jerusalem" by Broadway & Me

It may be hard to remember now but many people believed that Barack Obama's presidency would take the country into a post-racial era, where, as Martin Luther King Jr. once dreamed, people wo…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 05:39PM

Will Laura Benanti Agree to This VERY Unusual Name For Her Baby?

On September 27, Laura Benanti began a string of shows at Caf\u00E9 Carlyle and Playbill was on hand. Though the expectant mother (along with Todd Almond on piano and Brian Ellingson on bass…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:27PM

5 Guys Chillin’ Review: Cautionary Tales at Drug-Fueled Gay Sex Party by New York Theater

There are two ways to take “5 Guys Chillin’,” Peter Darney’s play in the Fringe Encore series that takes place among five half-naked gay characters at a drug-fueled sex party. One is…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 05:22PM

VIDEO: HAMILTON's Thayne Jasperson Auditions for WEINER Hip-Hopera in New Web Series by TV News Desk

Red Plaid Productions justwelcomed Thayne Jasperson Broadway's 'Hamilton', 'Newsies' and 'Matilda' in aspecial guest appearance in Episode 3 of the New York comedy web-series 'Amateur Dicks'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:21PM

Instant New York: 15 Photos of ‘Matilda’ Mania by Mfoss

Attention, Maggots! Lesli Margherita is back on Broadway in her show-stealing role as Mrs. Wormwood, the neglectful mother of the precociously magical Matilda in the show of the same name, …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:21PM

Watch the Onstage & Off: The State of Transgender Artists Panel Live-Stream by Adam Hetrick

#IdentityWeek continues September 28 at 6:30 PM. Watch the live-stream panel discussion here.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:16PM

The 8 Greatest Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Impressions of All Time by Ashley Hoffman

From Kate McKinnon's Hillary Clinton to Anthony Atamanuik's Donald Trump

SOURCE: time.com at 05:14PM

Lincoln Center Announces LCT New Writers in Residence Program by American Theatre Editors

The yearlong residency program will support eight young writers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:11PM

Show Forced to Cancel After Soho Rep. Abruptly Closes Walker Street Theater by Olivia Clement

The immediate closing of the performance space has left My Name is Gideon without a venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:07PM

Jon Favreau to direct a new adaptation of 'The Lion King'

The Lion King is ready for the next stage of its Circle of Life — Disney announced on Wednesday that Jon Favreau is directing “a new reimagining” of the classic animated film.  &…

SOURCE: USA Today at 05:02PM

First Look at Diane Lane in The Cherry Orchard by Hannah Vine

Roundabout’s new adaptation of the Chekhov classic by Tony winner Stephen Karam, with a starry principal cast, opens October 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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When Broadway Stopped Choosing Him, Alicia Keys Did by Michael Gioia

Former Spring Awakening actor Gabriel Violett took his talents to television—and scored big on The Voice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:56PM

Danny Partridge as Hamlet? I think I love you not by Chris Jones

I think my disappointment at "The Bardy Bunch," the expansive but mediocre new parody show at the Mercury Theater that imagines the Partridge Family and the Brady Bunch as the Montagues and …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:55PM

Watch Nathan Lane and John Goodman Discuss Front Page Revival by Andrew Gans

The star-filled production, now in previews, plays the Broadhurst Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:52PM

‘In the Heights’ Screen Adaptation to Begin Filming Spring 2017 by Amy Sapp

“No me diga!” Lin-Manuel Miranda’s first, Tony Award-winning masterpiece, In the Heights, begins filming in spring of 2017. The Weinstein Company will produce this anticipa…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:51PM

Review: The Glorious Fall of Hedda Gabler by Michael Block

By Michael BlockHedda Tessman, nee Gabler, is a headstrong woman. She knows what she wants and knows how to get it. The Ibsen classic is regarded for an assortment of reasons, one of which b…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:51PM

The L.A. Phil's opening gala at Disney Hall finds Dudamel & Co. in full jazz swing by Mark Swed, Music Critic

A gala’s a gala.  Who can ask for anything more?  Well, critics do all the time, and so, my emails show, do at least some concertgoers who complain of same old, same old with the annual …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 04:50PM

BWW TV: Kristin Chenoweth Promises a Different Show Every Night in Her Big Broadway Return! by BroadwayWorld TV

Below, the Broadway favorite chats with Richard Ridge about how her entire career has led to this moment

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:45PM

Jocelyn Bioh, Sarah DeLappe, Jiehae Park and More Slated for LCT's New Writers in Residence Program by BroadwayWorld

In its ongoing effort to open its doors to the next generation of writers, Lincoln Center Theater under the direction of Andre Bishop has announced the creation of the LCT New Writers in Res…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:45PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Diane Lane and More in THE CHERRY ORCHARD on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Roundabout Theatre Company presents Diane Lane, Chuck Cooper, Tavi Gevinson, John Glover, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Harold Perrineau and Joel Grey in a new production of The Cherry Orchard, curre…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:45PM

Immersive Family Adventure PIP'S ISLAND to Make World Premiere in NYC This Fall by Broadwayworld Jr

The world premiere of Pip's Island, a brand new, wholly immersive and groundbreaking theatrical event for all audiences, sets sail November 12 for a strictly limited 8-week engagement in New…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:45PM

24 Hour Plays to Honor Leigh Silverman by American Theatre Editors

The one-night-only charity benefit will honor the director with the Artistic Inspiration Award.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:43PM

Why it’s sometimes healthier to close the curtain on Twitter, and catch some long-form theatre by Charles Isherwood, The New York Times

Charles Isherwood: Attention spans may be shrinking to the blink of an eye or two, but there are still some of us who would rather read a fat Victorian novel than tweets

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 04:19PM

Top 100 Greatest Musicals Results: 70 – 61 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Welcome to our latest instalment of results from our Top 100 Greatest Musicals of all time poll. There are a few new entries and some bona fide classics in this part of the l…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:17PM

Photos! Sutton Foster and Hilary Duff Celebrate Younger Season Premiere by Hannah Vine

Younger, the TV Land series starring two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, began its third season September 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:13PM

Dan Harmon, Jenny Slate, ‘Kimmy Schmidt’ Added to 2016 New York Comedy Festival by Joshuaterry94

Dan Harmon, the creator of “Community” and co-creator of animated series “Rick and Morty,” has been added to the slate of the 2016 New York Comedy Festival, as have…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:11PM

Ministry of Evil: Designing a Demonic Sock Puppet by American Theatre Editors

A peek at Mike Horner's design process of Tyrone in Unicorn Theatre's 'Hand to God,' this year's most-produced play.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:08PM

Craig Bierko Stars in Steve Martin’s Meteor Shower at Long Wharf, Starting Today by Robert Viagas

Martin was represented on Broadway last season with the new musical Bright Star, co-written with Edie Brickell.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:07PM

Review: Laura Benanti: Tales From Soprano Isle

The Tony Award winner makes her Café Carlyle debut.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Casting announced for Griffin's 'Winterset' by Morgan Greene

Griffin Theatre Company has announced the cast of "Winterset," its 2016-17 season opener. The cast includes Maurice Demus as Mio and Kiayla Jackson as Miriamne, with Chris Acevedo, Larry Ba…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Nothing Like A Dame to Honor Marin Mazzie by Sandi Durell

  Betty Buckley, Misty Copeland, Kelli O’Hara, Bernadette Peters, and Janice Reals Ellig present the 20th Anniversary of Nothing Like a Dame on Monday, October 24, 2016 at the Samuel…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 03:58PM

Critic's Notebook: Tennessee Williams and Eugene O’Neill Side by Side, Under the Sun by Charles Isherwood

This year’s Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival featured works by Williams and Eugene O’Neill, including a searing “Desire Under the Elms.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:55PM

The Season of the Scare by Kevin Delin

Lately my thoughts have drifted to Halloween because we live in a culture where, the moment Labor Day hits, polite women stop wearing white shoes and grocery stores start pushing orange bags…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 03:55PM

Theatre Makers Launch “Mondays for Hillary” by Diana Basmajian

Independent theatre makers nationwide are adding their voices to the effort to elect Hillary Clinton for President.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:53PM

The Nitty Gritty Behind HAMILTON's Landmark Profit-Sharing Deal: Read the Cast's Full Letter to Jeffrey Seller! by Jessica Khan

If you were wondering how this landmark decision came about because, let's face it, it's almost unprecedented, Bloomberg has now shared in detail how the deal came to fruition. The piece inc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:50PM

Up on the Marquee: KRISTIN CHENOWETH: MY LOVE LETTER TO BROADWAY by Walter McBride

Kristin Chenowethwill return to the stage in MY LOVE LETTER TO BROADWAY, with Music Direction byMary-Mitchell Campbell, Costume Design byChristian Sirianoand Presented byJames L. Nederlander…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:50PM

Soho Rep. to Close Walkerspace After 25 Years by BroadwayWorld

The Board of Directors and leadership staff have decided that it is no longer in the best interest of the company's artists and audiences to renew their lease, which was set to expire in Mar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:50PM

BWW TV: FALSETTOS Cast Poses & Preps for Broadway! by BroadwayWorld TV

Lincoln Center Theaterin association withJujamcyn Theaterswill soon present its new Broadway production of theWilliam Finn-James LapineTony Award-winning musicalFalsettos, which begins previ…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:50PM

Wooster Group Founder Elizabeth LeCompte Scores Big-Money Gish Prize by Gordon Cox

Elizabeth LeCompte, founding member and director of the Wooster Group, the pioneering experimental theater troupe, has won the 2016 Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize, which comes with a cash pr…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:45PM

Aparna Nancherla puts nervous energy to good use by Zach Freeman

If you haven't heard of Aparna Nancherla, now is a good time to become familiar with the name. The 33-year-old has been working the comedy scene for over a decade, but if her sold-out Lincol…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:45PM

Aaron Posner’s Many Hats by American Theatre Editors

Whether directing, writing, or irreverently adapting, the D.C.-based artist isn’t afraid of bringing himself to all his work.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:43PM

Soho Rep to Close Walkerspace by Michael Paulson

Three rental productions, including one that was to open Thursday, will have to be relocated or canceled.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:40PM

Datebook: 'Les Diaboliques - Maggie Nicols, Joëlle Léandre And Irène Schweizer / Halftone' at Arnolfini, Bristol by Blouin Artinfo

Arnolfini presents "Les Diaboliques - Maggie Nicols, Joëlle Léandre And Irène Schweizer / Halftone" which will take place on November 20th, 2016 in Bristol. While Halftone present part-c…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:33PM

First Nighter: Judith Light Illuminates Neil LaBute's "All The Ways to Say I Love You," Brian Quijada Shines in His "Where Did We Sit o by David Finkle

Now Neil LaBute uses <em>All the Ways to Say I Love You</em> as an illustration of the eventual devastation afflicting a teacher in the Midwest who strays with a student from her…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 03:30PM

TV News: Hamilton's Anthony Ramos Lands Role in New Spike Lee Netflix Series

Ramos is a member of the original cast of Hamilton.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Lisa Lampanelli and the Cast of Stuffed Onstage

An ensemble of four women present Lampanelli's world-premiere comedy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Finding Safety by Michael Block

By Michael BlockTrying to find that something or someone that makes you feel safe is imperative for happiness. But what happens when that safe haven isn't what it's supposed to be? In Penny …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:58PM

NOTHING LIKE A DAME Actors Fund Benefit Will Honor Marin Mazzie; Christine Ebersole, Melissa Errico, Tonya Pinkins and More to Perform! by BroadwayWorld

Host committee members Betty Buckley, Misty Copeland, Kelli O'Hara, Bernadette Peters, and Janice Reals Ellig present the 20th Anniversary of Nothing Like a Dame on Monday, October 24, 2016 …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:58PM

BWW Seeks Editors in San Diego by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in San Diego.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:58PM

HAMILTON's Anthony Ramos Joins Cast of Spike Lee's SHE'S GOTTA HAVE IT for Netflix by TV News Desk

Anthony Ramos, who originated the roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in Broadway's Tony-winning musical HAMILTON, has been cast as one of the male leads in SPIKE Lee's 10-episode Netf…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:58PM

Encompass New Opera Theatre to Honor ANASTASIA Writing Team with Musical Salute by BroadwayWorld

Encompass New Opera Theatre andGala Honorary ChairsZoe Caldwell,Sheldon Harnick, John Kander,andMaury Yestonwillhonor legendary songwriting teamLYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTYand playwright…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:58PM

Emmy Winner Thomas Kail Teases GREASE LIVE 2 by TV News Desk

Speaking to the press following their Emmy Award win for for Outstanding Directing For A Variety Special for GREASE LIVEearlier this month, directors Thomas Kail and Alex Rudzinski teased th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:58PM

Company Behind THE WOODSMAN to Preview New Work at 2016 'aPlay & aParty' Event by BroadwayWorld

Strangemen amp Co., the company behind the critically acclaimed, Obie Award-winning production of The Woodsman, once again welcomes audiences into their creative process as they present thei…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:58PM

City Spaces by Innovative Theatre Foundation

One of the biggest challenges facing Indie Theatre artists, is space! Our good friends at the League of Independent Theatre continue to tackle this issue and are supporting new legislation …

SOURCE: The New York Innovative Theatre Foundation at 02:57PM

Laura Benanti Has Tales from Soprano Isle by Sandi Durell

    By Sandi Durell     Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti must have had quite a nightmare dreaming that all sopranos would one day be shipped out and banished to an island! Wel…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 02:50PM

Garth Drabinsky returns to theatre world with musical Sousatzka by Mark Kennedy - Associated Press

Disgraced theatre mogul Garth Drabinsky will present the world premiere of his new musical Sousatzka in Toronto.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 02:48PM

Fuse Music Interview: Rock Against the TPP Comes to Boston by Bill Marx

We're reminding everyone that fighting corruption and injustice is hard work, but it can be fun as hell too.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:48PM

Odds & Ends: Anne Hathaway Circling Speed-the-Plow Film, Anthony Ramos Set for Spike Lee's Netflix Series & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Anne Hathaway Circling David Mamet's Speed-the-Plow Film An interesting twist in the journey to get David Mamet's S…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:48PM

See #IdentityWeek Kick Off With Playwrights & Their Identity Panel by Hannah Vine

The free four-day panel event exploring racial, cultural, sexual and gender identity in the theatre began September 27 at the Vineyard Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:44PM

Office sexual politics is ‘What We’re Up Against’ by Nelson Pressley

Theresa Rebeck’s biting comedy gets its D.C. premiere.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:33PM

New York Innovative Theatre Foundation Announces 2016 IT Awards by American Theatre Editors

The awards recognizes the artists and creative teams behind Off-Off-Broadway productions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:24PM

How the Hamilton Cast Won a Slice of the Show’s Financial Pie by Robert Viagas

Read the original letter the cast used to open negotiations with producer Jeffrey Seller.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:22PM

Elizabeth LeCompte of the Wooster Group Wins the Gish Prize by Jennifer Schuessler

Under her direction, the Wooster Group has created what the prize announcement called “startlingly innovative, collagelike works.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:13PM

Do like Bruce Springsteen and take your own ‘Born to Run’ photo in Haddonfield by Nick Vadala

You, too, can have your own Born to Run photoshoot — all you’ve got to do is get to Haddonfield, N.J.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 02:12PM

Christine Ebersole, Judy Kuhn, Tonya Pinkins Set for Nothing Like a Dame 20th Anniversary Concert by Andrew Gans

The benefit concert will be held at Broadway's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:08PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to host ‘Saturday Night Live’: When does ‘Hamilton’ star take the ‘SNL’ stage? by Daniel Montgomery

NBC announced on Wednesday, September 28, that “Hamilton” star Lin-Manuel Miranda will host “Saturday Night Live” on October 8. That will be the second episode of the…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 02:02PM

Review: ‘Jersey Boys’ at The Hippodrome Theatre by John Harding

In the bright and tuneful world of jukebox musicals there are your basic pizza joints that sell by the slice and the hot-diggity neighborhood kitchens that dish up the whole pie. Jersey Boys…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:02PM

Kevin Kline Returns to Broadway in ‘Present Laughter’ by Newsdesk

KEVIN KLINE WILL RETURN TO THE BROADWAY STAGE IN NOEL COWARD’S “PRESENT LAUGHTER” DIRECTED BY MORITZ VON STUELPNAGEL STRICTLY LIMITED ENGAGEMENT WILL PLAY BROADWAY’S ST. JAMES THEATR…

SOURCE: StageLight Magazine at 02:00PM

Theater News: Marin Mazzie to Be Honored at 20th Anniversary Nothing Like a Dame Concert

Mazzie will receive the Phyllis Newman Dame Award.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Ian McDiarmid to star as Enoch Powell in new play in Birmingham

The actor will star in the world premiere of Chris Hannan's What Shadows

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:56PM

David Sedaris At Shubert Theatre; Bloomfield's One Book Begins by Carole Goldberg

Humorist and memoirist David Sedaris will appear at the Shubert Theatre, 247 College St., New Haven on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 7:30 p.m., in a program presented by WSHU National Public Radio. S…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 01:53PM

See Who’s Joining Melissa Errico in Finian’s Rainbow by Olivia Clement

Irish Repertory Theatre has announced the complete cast for the Off-Broadway revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:50PM

Blog Hijack: Valerie Redd on Ibsen and the Heart of Hedda Gabler by Michael Block

Wandering Bark Theater Co.'s Co-Artistic Director Valerie Redd takes over Theater in the Now to share her thoughts on playing the titular character in the company's new production of Hedda (…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:48PM

Video Exclusive: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Broadway Concert and Hairspray Live! by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award winner reveals what’s in store for her upcoming Broadway concert engagement and how she’s taking on Velma Von Tussle for primetime.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:47PM

First Look at Lisa Lampanelli’s Stuffed by Monica Simoes

Take a glimpse at the world premiere of Stuffed, written by and starring two-time Grammy-nominated comic Lisa Lampanelli.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:45PM

Life after 'Hamilton': Leslie Odom Jr. on his upcoming NJPAC concert by Natalie Pompilio | For Nj Advance Media

"Color Purple" star Cynthia Erivo and Grammy nominee Kenny Lattimore will also perform at New Jersey Performing Arts Center's Spotlight Gala this weekend.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 01:39PM

‘Holiday Inn’ Arrives, and so Does an Early ‘White Christmas’ by Charles Isherwood

Roundabout presents a stage adaptation of the 1942 movie starring Bing Crosby. The film is best known for Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:32PM

Kristin Chenoweth Reveals Broadway Concert and Hairspray Live! Details

Kristin Chenoweth sat down with MetroFocus host Jack Ford to discuss her upcoming fall Broadway concert engagement My Love Letter to Broadway and her role as Velma Von Tussle in NBC\u2019s H…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:29PM

Review: ‘What We’re Up Against’ at The Keegan Theatre by John Stoltenberg

Near the end of What We’re Up Against, Theresa Rebeck’s incisive comedy about workplace sexism—just opened in a kick-ass production at The Keegan Theatre—a question is posed by Eliza…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:26PM

Dancer Jonathan Ollivier case referred to Crown Court by Matthew Hemley

Dancer Jonathan Ollivier was killed when his motorbike was hit by a minicab while the driver was making a hands-free call on

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:22PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Says In the Heights Movie to Begin Shooting This Spring by Robert Viagas

He likely won’t play Usnavi, but may appear in another role.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM

Five Burning Questions with Aubergine Star Tim Kang

Tim Kang talks the appeal of Aubergine, his go-to Seamless order, and his set souvenir from The Mentalist.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:14PM

Garth Drabinsky musical Sousatzka to have world premiere in Toronto by Mark Kennedy

Sousatzka will begin performances on Feb. 25 at Toronto’s Elgin Theatre

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 01:12PM

FLASH SALE: Peter Pan Goes Wrong at Apollo Theatre Save up to 52% by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo FLASH SALE: Peter Pan Goes Wrong – Save Up To 52% Mischief Theatre have another go at West End success when Peter Pan Goes Wrong returns to the West End for a second di…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 01:06PM

David Mamet Will Direct Screen Version of His Speed-the-Plow by Andrew Gans

Madonna made her Broadway debut in the original production of the 1988 play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:04PM

Overtone Industries presents The ICELAND Concert – at the Ford by Pauline Adamek

Overtone Industries, a celebrated force in the evolution of contemporary music theatre and experimental opera, will share the next phase of its epic new multidisciplinary production,

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 01:03PM

Photo Flash: Mary-Louise Parker and Denis Arndt Set to Bring Heisenberg to Broadway

Get a first look at the Broadway transfer of Simon Stephens' two-person play.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Film News: Jon Favreau to Direct Film Remake of The Lion King

The movie will include the classic songs by Elton John and Tim Rice.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Hierarchies of Power: Cisgender Playwrights and Trans Characters by [email protected] (ramona)

By Basil Kreimendahl. In this #IdentityWeek blog, playwright Basil Kreimendahl discusses the representation of trans characters on stage.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:58PM

At 77, He Gets to Woo Mary-Louise Parker by Alexis Soloski

By happy accident, the veteran actor Denis Arndt makes his Broadway debut in Simon Stephens’s “Heisenberg.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:52PM

Interviews with the Cast of McLean Community Players’ ‘Comic Potential’ Part 1: Frank Gorrell by Joel Markowitz

In Part 1 in a series of interviews with the cast of McLean Community Players’ Comic Potential, meet Frank Gorrell. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell us where our readers may…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:50PM

A Star Is Born, With Molly Pope, Returns Tonight With Rediscovered Song by Adam Hetrick

Molly Pope performs a September 28 encore performance of her acclaimed theatrical concert re-imagining of the classic Judy Garland film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:50PM

Theatre News: Cast announced for The Island Nation

Ice & Fire's production will open at the Arcola Theatre in October

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:42PM

First Look at Mary-Louise Parker and Denis Arndt in Heisenberg by Monica Simoes

Take a first glimpse at Denis Arndt and Mary-Louise Parker star in Heisenberg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Tony Winner Annaleigh Ashford & Joe Tapper Welcome Baby Boy by Broadway.com

Magical, fantastical news! Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford and her husband Joe Tapper have welcomed their first child. Jack Clark Tapper was born on September 8 at 6:36AM in Los Angeles, accor…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:37PM

Who’s the Most Popular Playwright in L.A.? Part Three by Steven Morris

"But there’s a question beyond what we should expect from the Bard. That question is, how should we process our disappointment on those occasions that Shakespeare’s productions come up s…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 12:28PM

What to Expect From the Hocus Pocus Musical Parody by Michael Gioia

Its Tony Award-winning star, Marissa Jaret Winokur, fills us in.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:26PM

Photo Flash: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin, Megan Hilty, Corbin Bleu and More Take Part in Parlor Night with Broadway Inspirational Voices by BroadwayWorld

Parlor Night strikes again Were you there for Broadway's latest pop-up party This time, the intimate evening was hosted in the art-adorned, spacious Tribeca loft of Cynthia and Bob Abrams he…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

David Mamet to Helm Film Adaptation of SPEED-THE-PLOW by Movies News Desk

Playwright David Mamet will helm his scripted adaptation of his 1988 stage play SPEED-THE-PLOW. Production is scheduled to begin in February 2017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

The Broadway League Bestows 2016 National Education and Engagement Grants Across the U.S. by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway League hasannounced the recipients of its 21stannual National Education and Engagement Grants.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

Maxamoo Podcast Discusses The Undertaking, Life & Times, Underground Railroad Game, Nat Turner in Jerusalem by Maxamoo

We ventured out en mass four consecutive nights and lived to recount the tale. Discussed in this episode Shows Discussed The Undertaking from The Civilians at BAM, Life amp Times Episode 8 f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

STAGE TUBE: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Cast Reunites for Hillary! by Stage Tube

Desperate times call for desperate measures This heated election cycle has been a call to arms for many, and now the creators and cast of the popular web series 'Submissions Only' are heedin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

Rumer Willis to Put a Spell on Audiences in HOCUS POCUS Parody at Rockwell Table & Stage; Full Cast Set! by BroadwayWorld

Rockwell Table amp Stage will put 'A Spell On' audiences this fall with The Unauthorized Musical Parody of Hocus Pocus.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

VIDEO: I Am Miranda! Watch All-New Featurette for Netflix's HATERS BACK OFF by TV News Desk

Below, check out the featurette from the new Netflix original series HATERS BACK OFF All eight 8 episodes of the series will premiere globally on October 14 at 1201am PST exclusively on Net…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Denis Arndt and Mary-Louise Parker in HEISENBERG on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Manhattan Theatre Club's acclaimed world premiere production of Heisenberg, the new play by Tony Award and two-time Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens, directed by Drama Desk Award winner M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:26PM

Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda to host Saturday Night Live by Nigel M Smith

The creator and former star of the Broadway sensation will make his SNL debut on 8 October, alongside musical guest Twenty One PilotsLin-Manuel Miranda – the creator of Broadway sensation …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:26PM

New Apple App Turns Phone Conversations Into Playscripts by Robert Viagas

“Stage Directions” inserts familiar theatrical phrases instead of emojis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

See Laura Benanti’s Café Carlyle Debut by Monica Simoes

Laura Benanti made her debut at the Café Carlyle September 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM

2017 Tony Awards Sets Date by Courtney Kochuba

The American Theatre Wing has announced the date for the 2017 Tony Awards: Sunday, June 11. The official eligibility cutoff date will be April 27 for all Broadway productions opening in the…

SOURCE: www.breakingcharactermagazine.com at 12:12PM

Taylor Louderman and Alex Wyse Join Ride the Cyclone Musical by Olivia Clement

The MCC production is set to begin previews in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07PM

At Intrepid, the fine 'Art' of friendship by James Hebert

Cloistered away from the unmannered clamor of downtown crowds and traffic, three men sit in elegant repose on the stage of the Horton Grand Theatre, sipping tea and talking (probably) Proust…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 12:00PM

Video Flash: Sutton Foster and Stephen Colbert Star in Cats...Kind Of

Watch a late-night host and Broadway musically tussle over a ball of yarn.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host NBC's Saturday Night Live by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Werk! Tony, Emmy, Grammy and Pulitzer Prize-award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda is set to emcee NBC’s Saturday Night Live on October 8. It’ll be his SNL hosting debut; Twenty One Pil…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

The Lion King Is the Latest Title on Disney's List of Remakes; Jungle Book's Jon Favreau Will Direct by Ryan McPhee

“The Circle of Life” comes full circle. Walt Disney Studios has green lit a new film reimagining of The Lion King. Jon Favreau, the director behind Chef and Disney’s recent…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

Hot Off the Presses! John Goodman & Nathan Lane Talk The Front Page & Their Go-To Warmups by Lindsey Sullivan

John Goodman and Nathan Lane are back on Broadway in The Front Page, and on September 28, the two visited The Today Show to take us back to where it all began. The acting titans first perfor…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

The Phantom of the Opera marks 30th anniversary with gala on 10 October

Following this week's #Wicked10, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will be the next long-running West End musical blockbuster to mark a major milestone. The Andrew Lloyd Webber classic celebrates its…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 11:55AM

Photo Coverage: Sutton Foster & More Celebrate YOUNGER Season 3 Premiere by Walter McBride

The stars of TV Land's YOUNGER gathered at New York City's Vandal last night to celebrate the premiere of the hit show's third season, premiering tonight at 10 pmet.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda Visits Chicago's Hubbard Street Dance Center by BroadwayWorld

On Monday, September 26, 2016, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago was honored to welcomeLin-Manuel Miranda, creator and original star ofHamilton An American Musical, to its West Loop facility, the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

VIDEO: Nathan Lane & John Goodman Talk Broadway's THE FRONT PAGE on 'Today' by TV News Desk

Nathan Lane and John Goodman stopped by NBC's TODAY this morning to chat about their revival of the comedy The Front Page, now playing on Broadway. Watch the appearance below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

Tony Winner Annaleigh Ashford Welcomes Son Jack Clark by BroadwayWorld

KINKY BOOTS star Annaleigh Ashford and husband Joe Tapper have welcomed their own little Broadway baby

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

#GetSocial: Our 10 fave fan tweets from #Wicked10 gala

We've rounded up our favourite fan tweets from last night's incredible #Wicked10 gala, marking the tenth anniversary of WICKED at the West End's Apollo. We think these ten tweets really capt…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 11:51AM

Trust Cabaret adds second show for Billy Porter by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

A second show has been added for Billy Porter’s night with in his hometown on Oct. 16 as part of the Trust Cabaret Series. After the 7:30 p.m. show sold out quickly, the Pittsburgh Cultura…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 11:43AM

Interviews: 5 minutes with: Tom Bateman - "Josie Rourke cast me while I was still in school"

Currently appearing in Father Comes Home from the Wars, Tom talks about working with Catherine Tate and David Tennant, and the part he's always wanted to revisit

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:38AM

New iMessage App Makes Your Text Convos Even More Dramatic

Stage Directions stickers let you turn regular text convos into Albee, Coward, Williams, O'Neill, or Miller stage dramas.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:38AM

See Sutton Foster Take On Cats With Stephen Colbert by Olivia Clement

The two-time Tony winner appeared on the late show ahead of her return to the New York stage in Sweet Charity.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM

The Legend Of Gog Comes To The Lion And Unicorn by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Touted as ‘bold and daring’, The Gog/Magog Project looks at the mysterious demise of performance artist Alexander Gog. Fifteen years ago, Alexander Gog began a pr…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 11:32AM

NEWS: World premiere of good dog by Arinzé Kene announced by Emma Clarendon

The world premiere production of Arinzé Kene’s good dog will open at the Watford Palace Theatre in February before embarking on a UK tour. Chronicling Britain’s multi-cultural communiti…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:32AM

'David Suchet, I want a word with you': the actor recalls meeting Edward Albee by Interview By Chris Wiegand

David Suchet played George to Diana Rigg’s Martha in a 1996 production of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? He remembers meeting the quiet yet direct playwrightWhen I heard Diana Rigg was …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:30AM

Giselle review – Akram Khan's bewitching ballet is magnificently danced by Judith Mackrell

Palace theatre, ManchesterIn a new version of the classic for English National Ballet, Khan give us a modern-day tale of migrants and his choreography rises to the scale of his set design Re…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:30AM

Annaleigh Ashford Welcomes Baby Boy by Michael Gioia

The Tony-winning actress and husband Joe Tapper welcomed son Jack Clark Tapper earlier this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:30AM

Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen and More Nominated for Artios Awards by Andrew Gans

The Casting Society of America will present ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York in January.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:30AM

[FORUMS] ‘Fences’ reactions: Trailer ‘gave me chills,’ Denzel Washington and Viola Davis are ‘dynamite’ by Rob Licuria

The buzz building for “Fences” got louder on Tuesday after the trailer dropped for this much anticipated film adaptation of the Tony-winning play. Our forum posters had already been …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:28AM

Hamilton’s Daveed Diggs Is Classing Up Black-ish With Some Francophilia by Jackson McHenry

Daveed Diggs is coming to Black-ish, and just like Thomas Jefferson in act two of Hamilton, he's really insufferable about all the time he spent in France. His character Johan, the brot…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:25AM

‘The Lion King’ remake: Disney announces upcoming live-action version by Daniel Montgomery

“The Lion King” is on its way back to theaters, but not as we once knew it. Disney has announced that it is developing a live-action version of the 1994 animated classic. It will…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:24AM

Stage musical to be made from novel ‘Madame Sousatzka’ by Mark Kennedy

A musical based on the novel that was turned into the Shirley MacLaine film “Madame Sousatzka” is hoping to make it to Broadway.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:21AM

Disney to make live-action 'Lion King,' Favreau directing

NEW YORK (AP) -- The animated classic &quot;The Lion King&quot; will be the latest Disney film to get a live-action remake....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:19AM

Former education secretary unveils alternative EBacc with creative subject by Georgia Snow

A former education secretary has unveiled an alternative programme to challenge the government’s English Baccalaureate, which would include a compulsory creative subject.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:16AM

Eastern Angles wins Norfolk Broads commission by David Hutchison

Eastern Angles has won a commission to create a piece of theatre about the Norfolk Broads, as part of a major heritage

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:14AM

His Name Is Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hosting SNL Is Just One of the Million Things He’s Doing by E. Alex Jung

Lin-Manuel Miranda, the man who recently got a haircut, is hosting SNL! It's a natural progression for the man who made kids and adults care about U.S. history again. Miranda will take on ho…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:05AM

Playlist: The Songs Bruce Springsteen References in Born to Run by Nick Murray

As expected, Bruce Springsteen's new autobiography, Born to Run, contains chapters that explore the creative process behind nearly every one of the author's 18 studio albums. And though each…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:04AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Young John Park Is Effie White & It's Absolutely Everything

John Park takes on Effie White at Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:02AM

Oscar-Tony Winner Kevin Kline Returns to Broadway in ‘Present Laughter’ by Amy Sapp

Oscar-Tony winner Kevin Kline will return to Broadway starring in Noel Coward’s light comedy Present Laughter, set to open at the St. James Theatre on April 5, 2017.   Kline will star…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:02AM

You a writer? Join our Writer Database!

I know, I know, normally my weekly blog posts on Thursday, but I was so excited about this one, I just couldn’t wait. That’s right, kiddos, we’re starting the only theatric…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

13 Broadway Shows We’re Dying to See This Fall

The Broadway plays and musicals on offer in the Fall 2016 season are worth their exorbitant ticket prices! Here’s your complete list of all 13 shows opening between now and the end of …

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:00AM

Theater News: Teatro Proscenium Limited Partnership to Pesent Garth Drabinsky's Sousatzka

Broadway favorites Victoria Clark, Montego Glover, and Judy Kaye will star.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Sutton Foster, Hilary Duff, and More at the Season Premiere Party of Younger

The TV Land show also stars Miriam Shor and Debi Mazar.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

TV News: Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host Saturday Night Live

The Hamilton creator will emcee the popular sketch comedy show.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Disney Is Planning a Live-Action Lion King Movie by Robert Viagas

The company has already filmed a live-action Beauty and the Beast and Jungle Book.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:59AM

First Look at That Golden Girls Show! – A Puppet Parody by Monica Simoes

Take a first glimpse at Jonathan Rockefeller’s That Golden Girls Show! – A Puppet Parody.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58AM

Is Art the Best Way to Tell the Truth? / الرجاء النزول لقراءة المقال باللغة العربية by [email protected] (ramona)

By Wael Qadour. Wael Qadour describes creating a piece of theatre with young people living in northern Jordan.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:58AM

What Do Critics Think of the Black Crook Revival? by Olivia Clement

A rare revival of the “first musical” is being staged at the Abrons Arts Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

‘Hamilton’ star Lin-Manuel Miranda to host ‘Saturday Night Live' by Peter Sblendorio

This Broadway icon is ready to take on the national stage.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:49AM

Jon Favreau to Direct ‘Lion King’ Live-Action Remake by Brent Lang

Having become king of the jungle, Jon Favreau is heading to the African Savannah. Disney has tapped the filmmaker to oversee its upcoming live-action remake of “The Lion King.” F…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:49AM

Idina Menzel Has Plans for Non-Musical Stage Outing by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning artist recently took part in an online interview.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

Jon Favreau to Helm Live-Action LION KING Movie for Disney by Movies News Desk

Director and actor Jon Favreau turned to Twitter this morning to tease the news that he will be directing a live-action LION KING movie for Walt Disney.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:45AM

Marsha Norman’s ‘Night Mother at Highwood Theatre (review) by Lorraine Treanor

It has been 31 years since this reviewer previously saw a live production of Marsha Norman’s Pulitzer Prize winning drama ‘NIGHT, MOTHER, yet it remains an indelible theatre experience.�…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:45AM

The Last Schwartz won’t be his last time on a DC stage, Billy Finn hopes by Keith Loria

When Adam Immerwahr was asked to make his D.C. directorial debut with The Last Schwartz as the new artistic director for Theater J, he knew the actor he wanted to cast as Gene, the youngest …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:45AM

Stage musical to be made from novel 'Madame Sousatzka' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- A musical based on the novel that was turned into the Shirley MacLaine film &quot;Madame Sousatzka&quot; is hoping to make it to Broadway....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 10:41AM

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… The Acedian Pirates writer Jay Taylor by Helen McWilliams

I started writing this play in 2012 and, even though I obviously haven’t been working on it that whole time, it has felt like a lot of work to get to this point. The initial idea came out …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:38AM

Jon Favreau Is Directing a New Lion King, Because the Circle of Remakes Moves Us All by Nate Jones

Naaaaaaaaants ingonyama, bagithi Baba! Disney on Wednesday announced it's reteaming with director Jon Favreau on a "reimagining" of The Lion King, which will include songs from the…

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:35AM

Adding Machine: The themes of Elmer Rice's 1922 play seem never more relevant than now by Joshua Schmidt, Joshua Schmidt

Joshua Schmidt, composer for Adding Machine: The Musical, tells how this show asks us to look closer at ourselves, and to feel compassion and empathy as we fall into a most uncertain abyss

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:26AM

Choreographer turns to oral history for inspiration by Calvin Wilson St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Dance St. Louis presents Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company at the Touhill.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 10:26AM

Want to Know What Happiness Is? Watch Sweet Charity's Sutton Foster Revamp Cats by Lindsey Sullivan

Before Sutton Foster returns to the New York stage in off-Broadway's already twice-extended Sweet Charity, this brass band has got some furry shoes to fill. The two-time Tony winner stop…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:26AM

Irish Rep Announces Full Cast of ‘Finian’s Rainbow’ by Matthew Wexler

Irish Repertory Theatre (Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciarán O’Reilly, Producing Director) is proud to full casting for Finian’s Rainbow. Directed and adapted by Charlott…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:26AM

Ryan Scott Oliver Song Cycle 35mm Will Play Harvard University by Michael Gioia

The composer and original cast member Lindsay Mendez will work with the students during the developmental process.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Breaking News: Garth Drabinski's SOUSATZKA Will Take Broadway Bow in 2017; Victoria Clark, Montego Glover &?Judy Kaye Set to Star by BroadwayWorld

Teatro Proscenium Limited PartnershipRichard Stursberg, CEOtoday announced the world premiere of the Garth Drabinskyproduction ofSousatzka, the new musical by three-time Tony Award-nominated…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:19AM

JUST IN: Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host NBC's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE! by TV News Desk

BWW has just learned thatEmmy, Grammy, Tony and Pulitzer Prize-award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda is set to host theOct. 8telecast of NBC's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:19AM

Documentary Filmmaker Michael Moore to Star in One-Man Show About Presidential Election by Movies News Desk

On Sunday, Documentary filmmaker Michael Moore turned to Facebook to reveal that he had planned to perform a one-man show about the current Presidential election at a central Ohio theater. O…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:19AM

Diva Talk: Betty Buckley Fully and Emotionally Delves Into Story Songs by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning actress wowed the sold-out crowds at Joe’s Pub.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Original Mary Poppins and Tarzan Stars Set for London Concert by Adam Hetrick

Ashley Brown, Josh Strickland and Alton Fitzgerald White will join Alan Menken for the October 23 concert at Royal Albert Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host ‘Saturday Night Live’ by Seth Kelley

“Hamilton” creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda will host an episode of “Saturday Night Live” on Oct. 8, NBC announced Wednesday. The Broadway star — who has recent…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:14AM

See Sonja Morgan in Sex Tips For Straight Women From A Gay Man by Hannah Vine

Matt Murphy presents the Off-Broadway three-character comedy written by Murphy and Drama Desk Award winner Jim Brochu.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Hamilton Creator to Host Saturday Night Live by Andrew Gans

Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda will make his SNL hosting debut in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:11AM

Do You Know A Creative Arts Administrator? by Ceci Dadisman

In our lives as arts administrators, it is all about the art, right? Everything we do is to showcase the art and the artists, whether they be opera singers, ballet dancers, violinists, paint…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 10:07AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host 'SNL' on Oct. 8 by Ashley Lee

Twenty One Pilots will be the evening's musical guest.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:07AM

Chinese war heroes recognised in Liverpool performance by Vicky Anderson

The ‘extraordinary’ untold stories of the Chinese Labour Corps will be unearthed in Liverpool as part of an ongoing campaign to shed light on a forgotten part of British and Chinese hist…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:04AM

Theater Producer Garth Drabinsky Sets Comeback with ‘Sousatzka’ by Gordon Cox

Garth Drabinsky, the Canadian stage producer who’s served jail time for fraud and forgery, has locked in plans for his comeback production. “Sousatzka,” a new musical wit…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00AM

Garth Drabinsky Plots Broadway Return With 'Sousatzka' by David Rooney

The Canadian producer who served time for fraud and forgery will try out the new musical next February in Toronto before a planned New York run in the fall. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Watch Josh Groban Discuss Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 by Andrew Gans

The internationally famed singer co-hosted Live with Kelly.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM

Ariana Grande open to making country music: ‘Hell yeah’ by Peter Sblendorio

Pop crooner Ariana Grande is open to breaking free from the Top 40 scene and adopting a fresh musical focus.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:51AM

Paper Mill The Producers Begins Previews by Andrew Gans

The Mel Brooks musical is playing a limited engagement at the New Jersey venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:50AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, September 28, 2016 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:49AM

VIDEO: Sutton Foster & Stephen Colbert Star in Modernized CATS on Broadway! by TV News Desk

On last night's LATE SHOW, guest Sutton Foster, who has a long and distinguished Broadway resum, offered a sneak peek at her role in a big musical revival - a modernized version of Andrew Ll…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:46AM

Fuse Book Review: “France: Story of a Childhood” — A Timely Memoir of Liberation by John Taylor

France: Story of a Childhood is half personal essay, half autobiographical novel.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:46AM

Photos: Forced Entertainment in pictures

After the Sheffield company received the International Ibsen Award, we look at their works through the years

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:31AM

Blogs: Holly Williams: Should we still favour writers over companies?

After experimental theatre company Forced Entertainment received the prestigious International Ibsen Award on the weekend, Holly Williams reflects on why there's still a bias towards the…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:31AM

The Tonight Show Will Welcome Lin-Manuel Miranda by Andrew Gans

The Hamilton creator will sit down for a chat with host Jimmy Fallon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:31AM

REHEARSAL FOR MURDER – Touring by Emma Clarendon

Plenty of twists combined with an increasingly tense plot make this a gripping and thrilling watch.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:30AM

Nordic absurdist 'Hand in Hand' about the pitfalls of crash pads by Kerry Reid

Akvavit Theatre's mission — staging contemporary Nordic plays — often takes them far away from the familiar dyspepsia of Ibsen and Strindberg. But their latest offering, Sofia Freden's "…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 09:26AM

Off-Broadway Review: The Birds by Lauren Yarger

Mia Hutchinson-Shaw, Tony Naumovski, and Antoinette LaVecchia Photo: Carol RoseggThe BirdsBy Conor McPherson  (based on the story by Daphne duMaurier)Directed by Stefan Dzeparoski&…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 09:25AM

Diary: Lifting the lid on a dirty secret by Tabard

The theatre industry rumour mill is swirling once again. And for once it’s nothing to do with who’s getting what part, who

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:21AM

Diary: Russian runaway may have been feline the pressure by Tabard

Never work with children or animals. That’s what they say. Tabard would add a few actors to that list, too, but those

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:11AM

Once Jailed for Fraud, Garth Drabinsky Plans a Broadway Comeback by Michael Paulson

A consortium of producers said Mr. Drabinsky’s production of “Sousatzka” would be staged in Toronto next year, aiming for a transfer to Broadway.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:10AM

VIDEO: SPRING AWAKENING Star Wows Judges on NBC's 'The Voice' by TV News Desk

On last night's THE VOICE, contestant Gabriel Violett, who starred as Otto in the original production of Broadway's SPRING AWAKENING wowed judges Alicia Keys and Blake Shelton with his cover…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:10AM

VIDEO: Go Behind-the-Scenes of WILL & GRACE Reunion Special by TV News Desk

Below, check out photos taken over the course of the secret video shoot of the episode which took place on Wednesday, September 21, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:10AM

BWW TV Exclusive: Magician Helder Guimaraes Talks All Things VERSO; Opens Tonight at New World Stages! by BroadwayWorld TV

Helder Guimares, one of the premier close-up artists of the world, returns to New York City in his all-new show Verso, following the acclaimed sold-out engagement of Nothing to Hide. Intimat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:10AM

Scene Around: September 29 by Catherine Gerbrands

The latest press night parties, events and awards from the theatrical world in pictures. This week’s highlights include the first nights of John

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Christmas Cheer Comes Early With ‘Holiday Inn’ by Harry Haun

“It’s someone I’ve known for a good many years,” Irving Berlin remarked after a quick peek inside the Oscar envelope. “He’s a nice kid and, I think, deserves it.” Translation:…

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 09:00AM

Letters of the week by The Stage

Respect gender chosen by author Ronald Harwood’s “irrelevant” criticism of women playing male roles in theatre, as cited by Michelle Terry with

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

What’s That You Hear? by Admin

  We asked Brian Quijada to tell us about the technology he uses during his one man show, Where Did We Sit On The Bus?, now playing at Ensemble Studio Theatre. Read our conversation wit…

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 09:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Tony Awards 2017 calendar: Nominations on May 2, ceremony on June 11 by Paul Sheehan

The 71st Annual Tony Awards are set to take place on June 11, 2017. As is traditional, that is a Sunday evening when Broadway shows are dark. CBS will air the three-hour show live from New Y…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 08:43AM

FEATURED SHOW: Dario Coates in punk-rock play SID, ★★★★★ reviews are in! by Press Releases

Have you seen the myriad five- and four-star reviews for our Featured Show, the London transfer of Leon Fleming's punk-rock one-man play SID, which continues its limited season at Above The …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:39AM

Fuse Opera Review: Boston Lyric Opera’s “Carmen” by Jonathan Blumhofer

Calixto Bieito’s vision – even if it’s not quite as racy as advertised – comes off better than any new canonical production of the BLO's I've seen recently.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:32AM

VIDEO: James Corden Rocks Out with The Backstreet Boys! by TV News Desk

On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, after James shared his dream of bringing back proper boy bands, he surprises The Late Late Show audience with The Backstreet Boys and he joins them in perform…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:32AM

MCC Announces Cast for ‘Ride The Cyclone’ by Newsdesk

MCC THEATER ANNOUNCES CAST & CREATIVE TEAM FOR THE NEW YORK PREMIERE OF THE ORIGINAL NEW MUSICAL “RIDE THE CYCLONE” BROADWAY’S TAYLOR LOUDERMAN, ALEX WYSE & MORE JOIN THE CAS…

SOURCE: StageLight Magazine at 08:24AM

Theatre News: Alan Turing play to be revived at Manchester Royal Exchange

The cast for Hugh Whitemore's play about the Bletchley code breaker has also been announced

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:20AM

Review Round-Ups: Did Dominic Cooper seduce the critics in The Libertine?

The revival of Stephen Jeffreys' play opened in the West End last night

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:20AM

DVR Alert - Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Goodman to Visit NBC's TONIGHT SHOW by TV News Desk

On Tuesday, October 4th, John Goodman, currently starring opposite Nathan Lane in Broadway's THE FRONT PAGE, will appear on the show to discuss the new comedy. HAMILTON creator and Tony Awar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:16AM

Let's Fly review – featherlight adventure for kids by Chris Wiegand

Little Angel theatre, London A companion piece to the puppet theatre’s autumn show Emily Rising delivers some escapist fun for the under-sixes Shakera Ahad is one of the busiest puppeteers…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:08AM

The Libertine, Theatre Royal, Haymarket, London, review: Dominic Cooper is curiously colourless and uncompelling as Rochester by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Dominic Cooper plays hedonistic 17th Century rake the Earl of Rochester in this sexually charged play by award-winning playwright Stephen Jeffreys

SOURCE: The Independent at 08:08AM

A Decade without Walls: Vicky Featherstone on Black Watch by Thom Dibdin

Vicky Featherstone, the founding artistic director of the National Theatre of Scotland, has revealed that hit show Black Watch made her believe in theatre again.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:05AM

Arts Congressional Report Card: Why The Arts Have No Political Clout by Douglas McLennan

Americans for the Arts Action Fund PAC has released its 2016 Congressional Arts Report Card rating members of Congress on their support for the arts. Many lobby groups do such rankings as a …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:01AM

Anastasia Souris, lifestyle blogger has an eye for unique style: Fashion Flash (photos, video) by Allison Carey, The Plain Dealer

Blogger and recent fashion school graduate, Anastasia Souris has a lot to say about fashion and life on her Savo + June blog. Her look is retro and Bohemian with a hint of her Greek heritage.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 08:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Datebook: Paris Autumn Festival 2016 Underway by Blouin Artinfo

The Paris Autumn Festival 2016 is underway and will continue through December 31, 2016 in various venues across Paris.The Festival d’Automne à Paris (Paris Autumn Festival) is a high…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:47AM

Orange Tree appoints stellar line-up of theatre ambassadors by David Hutchison

Samantha Bond, Philip Glenister and Peter Davison are among stars who have signed up to be ambassadors for the Orange Tree Theatre.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:26AM

Stephen Schwartz confirms new songs for Wicked movie by Matthew Hemley

Composer Stephen Schwartz has revealed that the film version of musical Wicked will have new songs created especially for it. Schwartz was

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:25AM

BWW's On This Day - September 28, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on September 28 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24AM

Stephen Schwartz, Joe Mantello and WICKED Cast Talk London 10th Anniversary, Movie & More by Marianka Swain

Wicked held a special gala performance last night at the Apollo Victoria Theatre to mark 10 years in the West End - a milestone guaranteed to make many in the industry green with envy. Curre…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24AM

Broadway AM Report, 9/28/2016 - ALL THE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU, A STAR IS BORN and More! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news ALL THE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU with Judith Light opens Off-Broadway, Molly Pope brings A STAR IS BORN to Feinstein's54 Below, a starry production of THE PRODUCERS starts ton…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24AM

‘London’s show is the jewel in our crown’ – Wicked 10th anniversary gala by Matthew Hemley

As Wicked celebrated its 10th anniversary in the West End, Matthew Hemley met with cast and creators of the show to talk

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:23AM

Tonight With Donny Stixx Comes To The Bunker by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Fresh from its critically acclaimed 2015 Edinburgh Festival season, Metal Rabbit, in association with the Bunker Theatre will present Philip Ridley’s Tonight With Do…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:19AM

Theatre News: Orange Tree Theatre announces new ambassadors

Michael Attenborough, Samantha Bond and Gyles Brandreth will champion the work of the Richmond theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:19AM

Snapshot: The Kinks sing “Sunny Afternoon” by Terry Teachout

The Kinks perform Ray Davies’ “Sunny Afternoon” in a 1966 promotional video: (This is the latest in a series of arts-related videos that appear in this space each Monday, Wednesday, an…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

Kwame Kwei-Armah laments UK’s ‘sinful’ lack of black artistic directors by Georgia Snow

Kwame Kwei-Armah has lamented the “sinful” lack of black artistic directors in British theatre. He said he was disappointed to see the UK

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:14AM

Datebook: Rone Concert at the Philharmonie de Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Paris will witness a concert by acclaimed electronic music producer and artist Rone on January 14, 2017 at the Philharmonie de Paris. With well-received albums to his credit, Rone is wi…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:13AM

THE LIBERTINE – West End by Aleks Sierz

History Boy Dominic Cooper triumphs as the Restoration rake Rochester in revival of 1994 biog drama.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:08AM

Rita McKenzie's ETHEL MERMAN'S BROADWAY Encores at Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's/54 Below is presenting the triumphant return of Rita McKenzie's award-winning ETHEL MERMAN'S BROADWAY, the country's longest-running one-woman musical, tonight, September 28th, a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:05AM

Theatre22 Explores Sexuality Over Half a Century, in THE PRIDE by Alexi Kaye Campbell by BroadwayWorld

Two explosive loves stories in alternating eras explore betrayal, forgiveness, and fate. The Pride, directed by Corey McDaniel, examines changing attitudes to sexuality over a period of fift…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:04AM

Press pass: Everything you need to know about Dominic Cooper in The Libertine by Terri Paddock

I experienced frequent flashbacks while watching The Libertine last night at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Here’s another Restoration-set comedy to hit the West End in which much of t…

SOURCE: Terri Paddock at 07:01AM

Almanac: Edward Gibbon on gratitude by Terry Teachout

“Revenge is profitable, gratitude is expensive.” Edward Gibbon, The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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New Psychological Thriller Based on Stoker’s Dracula Comes To Theatre N16 by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff This Holloween, TheatreN16 will play host to Riot Act’s nü-gothic play, Lunatic, a new take on Dracula by Artistic Director Whit Hertford. Lunatic, examines the roo…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:50AM

Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton DVD release date confirmed by David Hutchison

Imelda Staunton’s performance in Gypsy will be released on DVD in November, it has been confirmed. The show, which also starred Lara

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:47AM

FROM DOWN UNDER: Dream Lover the Bobby Darin Musical – sneak peek photos by Simon Parris

The cast of Dream Lover the Bobby Darin Musical gave a preview of the brand new Australian musical yesterday (27 September 2016). David Campbell stars as dynamic crooner Bobby Darin, in a ca…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:45AM

Photos: Photos: Dermot O'Leary and Caroline Flack celebrate with the cast of The Libertine

The production opened at the Theatre Royal Haymarket last night

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:12AM

Off-Broadway Review: Aubergine by Lauren Yarger

  Sue Jean Kim, Joseph Steven Yang, Stephen Park and Tim Kang. Photo: Joan MarcusAubergineBy Julia ChoDirected by Kate WhoriskeyPlaywrights HorizonsThrough Oct. 2By Lauren Yar…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 06:06AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Underground Railroad Game at curtainup.com/ by Charles Wright

this provocative theater piece by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard, has arrived at a turbulent juncture in relations among this country's varied communities

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 05:58AM

Emma Rice is right to experiment at the Globe – art should reinvent not replicate by Lyn Gardner

The artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe has been criticised for her many innovations. She is not ignoring tradition but boldly investigating how the theatre can remain relevant for mo…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:57AM

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, September 28, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: “Frozen” and Kevin Kline Coming to the St. James, Drabinsky Finds a Sucker, and Matt Cries for Mad Cow’s “1776” “Today on Broadway” is a dai…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Photo Flash: West End WICKED 10th Anniversary Green Carpet by Marianka Swain

Last night,Wickedmarked an impressive10 years in the West End with a special gala performance, attended by dozens of past cast members, such as Kerry Ellis, Oliver Tempsett, Louise Dearman, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:03AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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DEAD SHEEP – Touring by Helen McWilliams

The thought of the Iron Lady, Margaret Thatcher being played by a man sounded somewhat akin to Pantomime Dame, but I didn’t bank on the brilliance of Steve Nallon who is known for providin…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:20AM

Video: Watch Willemijn Verkaik, Louise Dearman and more on Wicked turning ten

Past stars of the musical Wicked talk to WhatsOnStage on the green carpet to celebrate the show's ten years in the West End

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:07AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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First look at Dream Lover, Sydney! by Erin James

Over the last decade or so, Simon Phillips has contributed significantly to the Australian musical theatre scene, directing some of our most successful new works including the Helpmann Award…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:45AM

Drama UK to close after mass exodus by Georgia Snow

Training accreditation body Drama UK is to close, following a year in which several high-profile member schools quit the organisation. A letter

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:30AM

Datebook: Bollywood Music Project at Reliance JIO Garden, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo

Asia's LARGEST Bollywood Music Festival will be held on September 30th and October 21st, 2016 at Reliance JIO Garden, Mumbai.This two-day music festival is one-of-its-kind as it showcases so…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:21AM

Menage – Melbourne Fringe by Keith Gow

Menage begins, as most trysts might, with a chance meeting, a text message, and a phone call and it continues on to an intimate encounter in a bedroom. An audience of two hears intimate stor…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:18AM

Competition: Win tickets to the film or event of your choice at the BFI’s Black Star season by The Stage

From October 17 to December 31 the BFI presents Black Star, the UK’s biggest ever season of film and television dedicated to celebrating

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:09AM

Side Show – Photo Feature by Erin James

Produced by One Eyed Man Productions, Side Show is the latest independent musical to open at Sydney’s gorgeous Hayes Theatre Co and it’s a suitably intimate piece for the 110 …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:05AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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BWW Review: Landmark Musical THE BLACK CROOK Returns To New York by Michael Dale

Just as modern New York City evolved from a combination of immigrant societies that eventually mingled into one great metropolis, the major art form created by the city, the American musical…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:50AM

The Cartographer’s Curse by Arts Review

One hundred year ago, with red and blue pencils in hand, British diplomat Mark Sykes and French counterpart François Georges-Picot met over a map and set about drawing borders in very strai…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:41AM

Life inside an Image by Arts Review

Bringing together seven contemporary artists from six different countries whose work engages with significant international cultural collections, Life inside an Image is presented by Monash…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:01AM

Mark Shenton: We must not overlook the importance of the play text by Mark Shenton

This week, Oberon Books celebrated its 30th anniversary as an independent publisher of plays and other performance-based texts, including biographies and textbooks.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Tom Clutterbuck: Working within constraints can be so liberating by Tom Clutterbuck

I am currently working as lighting designer and technical stage manager on a palindromic play, Ross Sutherland’s Party Trap. It’s pretty complicated,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Craig Wallace on Playing Louis ‘Satchmo’ Armstrong in ‘Satchmo at the Waldorf’ at Mosaic Theater Company of DC by Joel Markowitz

He is one of my favorite actors and now Craig Wallace has received rave reviews and standing ovations for his riveting and tour de force performance as Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:53AM

Want to be a theatre director? Here are my 10 top survival tips | John Caird by John Caird

I love my job, but theatre is a tough business to break into. My advice is hone your entreprenuerial skills – and make friendsThe world is full of aspiring theatre directors. Some of them …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:33AM

Filmmaker Michael Moore says theater won't allow his show

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Documentary filmmaker Michael Moore says he&apos;s not allowed to perform a one-man show about the presidential race at a central Ohio theater because offic…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:19AM

CBS Announces Date for 2017 Tony Awards by Julia Edelman

Don't you dare stop listening to Hamilton on loop, because the 71st annual Tony Awards have an official date. According to EW, the American Theatre Wing’s awards ceremony will be held…

SOURCE: Vulture at 01:17AM

The Undertaking, Life & Times: Episode 8, Underground Railroad Game, Nat Turner in Jerusalem by Maxamoo

We ventured out en mass four consecutive nights and lived to recount the tale. Discussed in this episode: The Undertaking from The Civilians at BAM (1:33) Life & Times: Episode 8 from…

SOURCE: Maxamoo at 01:00AM

Grace Helbig, Hannah Hart, & Mamrie Hart's #DirtyCookieChallenge by Young Hollywood

Grace Helbig, Hannah Hart, & Mamrie Hart's #DirtyCookieChallenge The YH Studio is in a party mood when the funny ladies of 'Dirty 30', Grace Helbig, Hannah Hart, and Mamrie…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Cher Lloyd Talks "Activated", Instagram, & Tattoos by Young Hollywood

Cher Lloyd Talks "Activated", Instagram, & Tattoos The always charming and talented singer Cher Lloyd pays a visit to the YH Studio to fill us in on her hot single "Activated", including the…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Joey Bragg Talks Standup, Cats, & Yo-Yo'ing by Young Hollywood

Joey Bragg Talks Standup, Cats, & Yo-Yo'ing The always fun and hilarious Joey Bragg returns to the YH Studio where he tells us all about his first ever standup comedy gig, his audition for D…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Annette van Roden by Arts Review

Who is Annette van Roden? A medical role play actor in the morning, a lederhosen wearing cabaret singer in the afternoon, and a theatre actor/director at night. Owner of That Couple with her…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:48AM

David Josefsberg, Michael Kostroff and Ashley Spencer Lead THE PRODUCERS, Beginning Tonight at Paper Mill by BroadwayWorld

Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presentsMel Brooks' award-winning musical The Producers, directed by Don Stephenson and choreographed by Bill Burns. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

Valisia LeKae and Calysta Bevier Honored as 2016 Look Good Feel Better DreamGirls Tonight by BroadwayWorld

The Personal Care Products Council Foundation and the American Cancer Society recently announced that two inspiring cancer survivors and nationally renowned singers would join voices at the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

ALL THE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU, Starring Judith Light, Opens Tonight at MCC Theater by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theaterpresents the first production of its 30th Anniversary Season, All the Ways to Say I Love You, a new play by Neil LaBute, directed by Leigh Silverman and starring Tony and Emmy Awa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

GREAT COMET's Rachel Chavkin, THE MOTH's Dan Kennedy and More Set for DEEP NIGHT WITH DALE Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Dale Seever aka comedian James Bewley slips into a brand new turtleneck for a completely reimagined season of his long running talk showpodcast, Deep Night with Dale.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

Steve Martin's METEOR SHOWER Begins Tonight at Long Wharf Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Long Wharf Theatre, in conjunction with The Old Globe in San Diego, presents the world premiere of Steve Martin's Meteor Shower, directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein, running from …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

Molly Pope Features Cut Song from Original A STAR IS BORN Film Tonight at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

A STAR IS BORN - brought vividly to life by award-winning cabarettist Molly Pope- will now include a recently-rediscovered Harold Arlen and Ira Gershwin song, 'I'm Off the Down Beat,' writte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

DVR Alert: THE FRONT PAGE's Nathan Lane & John Goodman Visit TODAY This Morning by TV News Desk

Broadway faves continue to head to this week's TODAY on NBC.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

Peter Brook Brings the Mahabharata to BAM in BATTLEFIELD Tonight by BroadwayWorld

With Battlefield, Peter Brook and his internationally renowned team --Marie-Helene Estienne and Jean-Claude Carriere --revisit the great Indian epic the Mahabharata 30 years after Brook's le…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40AM

Chicago Theater Review: FLY BY NIGHT (Theo Ubique) by Lawrence Bommer

BLACKOUT LOVE Winsome and warm-hearted, Fly by Night is an affecting chamber musical which premiered in 2014 at Playwrights Horizon. The two-act labor of love by Will Connolly, Michael Mitni…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 12:37AM

Nora, now: A Doll's House film for the modern world by Carrie Cracknell

Do the sexual politics of Ibsen's A Doll's House belong to a bygone era? Hardly, says Carrie Cracknell, director of a new film that recasts the play's heroine as an ad exec and mother longin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:32AM

Call Answered: Frank Vlastnik: The Wrong Box Interview at The National Opera Center by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: I have been a fan of Frank Vlastnik's ever since I saw him in the musical adaption of "A Year with Frog and Toad." We have not yet had the chance to really sit down & talk…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 12:22AM

All the Ways to Say I Love You, Starring Judith Light, Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

The two-time Tony winner teams up with playwright Neil LaBute and Tony nominee Leigh Silverman for the world premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Their Favorite Things: Julie Halston Shares Her Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Jason Robards, Colleen Dewhurst, Cherry Jones and more are among the actress’ favorites.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Helder Guimarães’ Verso Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

The acclaimed Nothing to Hide magician debuts his all-new show Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

How Near-Death Experiences Paved the Way to the New Judy Garland Musical by Michael Gioia

Book writer Marc Acito has been Chasing Rainbows since a young age. He explains how the new musical came to be and how it explores Garland’s life.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Don’t Forget the Lyrics: Rock Musical Edition by Gabriella Steinberg

Rock and Roll! The rock musical genre has been shaking up Broadway since Hair in 1968. How well do you know the lyrics to these rockin’ musicals?

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Martha Graham Dance Company celebrates its own history by Jane Vranish / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh native Martha Graham remained a towering figure in modern dance for 65 years until she died in 1991 at age 96. She changed the landscape of dance, many say, much like artist Pablo…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards