Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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A Taste of Honey **** by Barry

By: Paulanne Simmons In the 1950s, the working and middle-class playwrights, known as the “angry young men,” emerged as a major force in British theater. Although these playwrights were…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 11:59PM

Review: ‘Rizzo’ at The Philadelphia Theatre Company by Neal Newman

A thunderbolt hit Philadelphia last night in the form of the play Rizzo. The quake was made memorable not only by the superb playwriting of Bruce Graham and the multi- megaton production by …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:39PM

Nancy Dussault My Life Upon the Wicked Stage by Sandi Durell

A Broadway veteran makes a delightful return to a New York stage     By Joel Benjamin   There has to be some reason that theater veterans (Phyllis Newman, Tony Roberts, Marily…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 11:36PM

Cititour Review: The Encounter by Diane Snyder

"The Encounter" a feast for the mind and the senses, and an exciting kickoff to the Broadway season.

SOURCE: cititour.com at 11:03PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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RENT Stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp Return to The Ridgefield Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

From their auspicious Broadway debut in Jonathan Larson's Tony Award winning musicalRENT, Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp have never lost their international fan base. Now in a brand new show t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:45PM

Call Redialed: Klea Blackhurst: Real Actors of NYC by Call Me Adam

Call Redialed: Klea Blackhurst's voice has been radiating in my ears for years! I was thrilled to get to first interview Klea in 2015! Now, it's a joy to catch up with Klea as she gets ready…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:37PM

Review: ‘The Encounter’ Is a High-Tech Head Trip Through an Amazon Labyrinth by Ben Brantley

Simon McBurney’s astonishing one-man show, from the British troupe Complicite, immerses the audience in an aural landscape where time and space collapse.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:33PM

War President: ‘The Trial of an American President: What If?’ by Matthew Wexler

by Samuel L. Leiter He never uses the words “the fog of war,” now so memorably attached to Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara’s handling of Vietnam; still, the same idea is behind mu…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:24PM

IT Award Nominees and Winners 2016 by Wendy Caster

On Monday, September 26, 2016, The New York Innovative Theatre Foundation presented their IT Awards. Winners are marked with asterisks.OUTSTANDING ENSEMBLE** The Golfer,Gemini CollisionWorks…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 10:19PM

Australian theatre 2017 previewed: the pick of the season's crop by Van Badham

Not sure what to see at the theatre next year? Van Badham selects the most promising works, from experimental debuts to revivals of unbeatable classicsThe Australian habit of year-in-advance…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:07PM

The Encounter review – Simon McBurney's revolution in the head by Alexis Soloski

Golden Theatre, New YorkEquipping the audience with headphones offering 3D sound, McBurney embarks on a mind-expanding journey into the Amazon jungle – and storytelling itselfThe director,…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:07PM

5 things we'd love to see Lady Gaga do at the Super Bowl

She's officially our halftime headliner.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:04PM

Broadway Review: Complicite’s ‘The Encounter’ by Gordon Cox

The Complicite production of “The Encounter” opened on Broadway Sept. 29, following well-received productions at the Edinburgh International Festival and then in London. Matt T…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM

Broadway is no place for podcast-like ‘Encounter’ by Johnny Oleksinski

Who doesn’t love a good podcast? Picture yourself sinking into a comfy couch, clad in pajamas with a glass of wine, chowing down on hummus and pita chips, and getting caught up on “Seria…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 10:00PM

Theater Review: The Sound of The Encounter by Jesse Green

In 1969, a National Geographic photographer named Loren McIntyre made what was supposed to be a three-day expedition to Brazil’s Javari Valley in search of the Mayouruna, an indigenous, it…

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:00PM

Review: The Trial of an American President

Off-Broadway audiences engage in a fantasy prosecution of George W. Bush.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Hal Prince's Prince of Broadway Plans NY Premiere by Robert Viagas

It’s a showcase of highlights from the career of the man who has won the most Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59PM

Spotlight On...Kyle Schaefer by Michael Block

Name: Kyle SchaeferHometown: Tulsa, OKEducation: BS Theatre Performance – University of Evansville, MFA Acting – American Conservatory TheaterSelect Credits: Tosca Cafe (World Premiere a…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 09:50PM

Review Roundup: THE ENCOUNTER Opens on Broadway- Updating Live! by Review Roundups

Direct from London and an international tour, Complicite's acclaimed production of The Encounter, conceived, directed and performed by Simon McBurney, opens tonight at Broadway's John Golden…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:39PM

'The Encounter' review: Headphones deliver unusual 3-D experience

What's that whispering behind my left ear? Why is that man seated over on the right making such a racket?

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 09:39PM

The National Theatre has signed Imelda Staunton to head production of Follies

The National Theatre has signed Imelda Staunton to head a big new production of the musical Follies — featuring a landmark score by Stephen Sondheim — next year.

SOURCE: Daily Mail at 09:32PM

Fringe Encore Series Review: ‘Rent Control’ at The Huron Club at SoHo Playhouse in NYC by Deb Miller

  In his autobiographical one-man show Rent Control, which won the 2016 FringeNYC Award for Overall Excellence in Solo Performance, Evan Zes turns his comic eye and adult humor on two o…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:27PM

The Encounter by Sandi Durell

  By Brian Scott Lipton     Upon first reflection, “The Encounter” sounds like the kind of show you’d encounter at BAM or St. Ann’s Warehouse, not Broadway’s Golden …

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:15PM

SF Opera’s ‘Don Pasquale’ an uproarious delight by Leslie Katz

There’s no fool like an old fool, and few old fools endure comic flimflammery quite like the aging title character in Donizetti’s “Don Pasquale,” which has been revived after 32 …

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 09:00PM

Review: The Encounter

Simon McBurney plays with the concept of reality in his new solo show at the John Golden Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM

'The Encounter': Theater Review by David Rooney

Simon McBurney evokes a journey into the heart of the Amazonian jungle while also exploring more abstract realms of time and consciousness in his solo sonic odyssey, 'The Encounter.' read mo…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00PM

‘The Encounter’ gets into your head but not under your skin by Joe Dziemianowicz

Simon McBurney costars with the fancy 3-D audio.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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What Did the Critics Think of The Encounter on Broadway? by Robert Viagas

Simon McBurney's immersive solo show takes the audience on a mystical journey.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:56PM

Lady Gaga is Your Super Bowl Halftime Headliner by Jordan Crucchiola

A few weeks after denying that Lady Gaga will perform during the 2017 Super Bowl halftime show, the NFL is ready to make its commitment to the Queen Monster Facebook official. Gaga will be t…

SOURCE: Vulture at 08:51PM

Headphones Required for Broadway 'Encounter' by Robert Kahn

U.K. actor Simon McBurney stars in a non-linear performance piece about an explorer's quest to find the source of the Amazon. A multi-sensory technological achievement crammed into a story t…

SOURCE: NBC New York at 08:49PM

Lady Gaga will perform during Super Bowl halftime show by Mesfin Fekadu

NEW YORK (AP) -- It's official: Lady Gaga will headline the Super Bowl halftime show....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:30PM

Lady Gaga set to perform at Super Bowl halftime show by George Varga

Lady Gaga has announced she'll be performing at the 2017 Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 5. At 5 p.m. Thursday, the pop and jazz vocal star tweeted:  It's not an illusion. The rumors are t…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 08:30PM

Floyd Collins, Wilton's Music Hall by Edward Seckerson

It's one of those true stories you couldn't make up: in 1920s Kentucky, Floyd Collins, visionary cave explorer, happens across the spectacular sand cave of his dreams only to become trapped …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 08:27PM

Lady Gaga Headlining 2017 Super Bowl Halftime Show by Elizabeth Wagmeister

It’s official: Lady Gaga will headline the 2017 Super Bowl halftime show. The superstar tweeted the news Thursday evening. Giving a nod to her latest single “Perfect Illusion,…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:18PM

Lady Gaga will perform during Super Bowl halftime show

NEW YORK (AP) - It's official: Lady Gaga will headline the Super Bowl halftime show next year.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 08:14PM

The Trial of an American President Review: George Bush Accused of War Crimes by Jonathan Mandell

President George W. Bush was convicted of war crimes at the International Criminal Court in the Hague, on the night I attended The Trial of an American President, an earnest, informative and…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:08PM

'The Encounter' review: Simon McBurney stars in high-tech dud by Christopher Kelly

This much-hyped Broadway show, created by and starring Simon McBurney, asks audiences to wear headphones for the entire 100-minute running time.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 08:05PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Simon McBurney’s Techno Excursion ‘The Encounter’ Is A Trip: Broadway Review by Jeremy Gerard

With his intense eyes, dimpled chin and thatch of hair, Simon McBurney has a chameleonic look that shifts imperceptibly from innocent to sinister, enchanted to terrified, that will be famili…

SOURCE: Deadline at 07:55PM

Imelda Staunton to Star in West End Revival of FOLLIES by BroadwayWorld

The Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye has announced thatImelda Stauntonwill star as Sally in a London revival ofFolliesby Stephen SondheimandJames Goldman.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:39PM

The Trial of An American President – Review and Pics by New York Theater

President George W. Bush was convicted of war crimes at the International Criminal Court in the Hague, on the night I attended The Trial of an American President, an earnest, informative and…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 07:30PM

Warren Carlyle Directs Workshop of Jerome Robbins Musical Revue at City Center; Is Broadway Next? by BroadwayWorld

Michael Riedel of The New YorkPost has reported that arevue featuring dances from Jerome Robbins' Broadway musicals and ballets wasstaged in aa top-secret workshop at last week atCity Center.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18PM

Will PRINCE OF BROADWAY Make Long- Awaited Broadway Premiere? by BroadwayWorld

Michael Riedel of the New York Post has reported that the long-awaited Hal Prince musical retrospective, Prince of Broadway, may make its Broadway premiere next season.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:18PM

Don’t call Patti LuPone’s Wolf Trap show a cabaret, and don’t use your cellphone by Rebecca Ritzel

The Tony Award winner is bringing “Don’t Monkey Around With Broadway” to Wolf Trap.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 07:18PM

THE ENCOUNTER - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Who says Big Broadway is dead? As far as any regular theatregoer is concerned, it's alive and well and living at the John Golden.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:16PM

Bruce Springsteen writes absence note for Masterman student by Molly Eichel

Masterman fifth grader Michael Fenerty had a really good excuse for missing school Thursday, thanks to Bruce Springsteen.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 07:05PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Aaron Tveit Goes for a Jog Interrupted by Public Urination in New Better Off Single Clip by Ryan McPhee

We promise you, Aaron Tveit, if we were to go on a Central Park jog with you, we wouldn’t risk getting fined for public indecency. Take a look at a new clip from his upcoming film Bett…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:58PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with William Popp of Waitress by Broadway.com

New Waitress cast member William Popp stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Imogen Lloyd Webber.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:58PM

Harold Prince's Prince of Broadway to Land on the Great White Way by Imogen Lloyd Webber

We told you this tuner was one to watch! The long-in-the-works musical Prince of Broadway, which ran in Japan last year, is looking to begin performances on the Main Stem in the fall of 201…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:58PM

'The Wolves' Is A Milestone For Women In Entertainment by Lee Seymour

Sarah DeLappe's play 'The Wolves' is one of several new works upending the entertainment industry's gender paradigm.

SOURCE: Forbes at 06:35PM

Little Kids Rock Auctions Tickets to Broadway's SCHOOL OF ROCK by BroadwayWorld

Broadway hit School of Rock is offering one lucky Little Kids Rock Auction bidder the chance to win tickets to see the show in style.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:26PM

People You Should Know . . . Andy Striph by Zack Calhoon

Andy Striph is an actor working in television, stage and film and a graduate of the BFA program at Syracuse University. He is a star of the upcoming musical THE FOLK SINGER, written by Tom A…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 06:18PM

‘Prince of Broadway’ plans to finally hit NYC next year by Michael Riedel

Two Broadway legends are being saluted in a couple of forthcoming musical revues. First up is Hal Prince, whose life and shows are the subjects of “The Prince of Broadway.” Sources say i…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 06:11PM

Review: In ‘Girl Asleep,’ Floating Through a Teenage Fantasia by Stephen Holden

Rosemary Myers’s hybrid of film and children’s theater follows Greta, a young wallflower whose social woes turn surreal when she runs into the woods behind her home.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:04PM

Visual Arts Review: Rediscovered Feminist Rebel — Artist Miriam Laufer by Arts Fuse Editor

The political and feminist works of the '60s and '70s make the case for Miriam Laufer’s place in the annals of post-war American modernism.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:01PM

Theater News: Liz Callaway to Perform at Acting Company Gala

The event will honor director Mark Lamos and arts patron J. Barclay Collins.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Cats' Christine Cornish Smith on Her Dream Jellicle Date, Her Delicious Obsession & More by Broadway.com

Age: 25 Hometown: Dallas, TX Current Role: Christine Cornish Smith is making her Broadway debut in Cats as flirtatious feline Bombalurina. Stage Cred: Cornish Smith appeared in …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:52PM

‘The Addams Family’ and ‘Almost, Maine’ Top High School List by American Theatre Editors

Dramatics magazine releases its annual tally of most-produced plays and musicals for the 2015-16 school year.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:44PM

Review: In ‘Tomorrow’s Parties,’ Visions of the Planet’s Future by Laura Collins-Hughes

A woman and a man conjure ever-morphing, wildly different ideas in this show from Forced Entertainment, part of the Crossing the Line Festival.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:42PM

Magic Time! ‘The Gulf’ at Signature Theatre by John Stoltenberg

One measure of the quality of a play is how it stays in one’s mind the next few days. Or the next weeks or months or years. Not just how it plays on stage. How it remains in the brain. The…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:37PM

It’s a Mamie Parris YouTube Spiral! See Cats’ New Grizabella Belt Her Face Off

Check out these six videos of incoming Cats star, Mamie Parris, singing her face off.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:33PM

10 fan moments from Bruce Springsteen's visit to the Philly Free Library by Staff

"How do you say 41 years worth of emotions in 15 seconds?!"

SOURCE: Philly.com at 05:23PM

Theater Listings for Sept. 30-Oct. 6

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

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:19PM

Congo Square announces 2016-17 season by Morgan Greene

Congo Square Theatre announced its 2016-17 season, including two Chicago premieres, on Thursday. December will see the return of "A Joyful Noise: A Nativity Tribute" at the DuSable Museum. …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:18PM

Critics Review Judith Light in Neil LaBute’s All the Ways to Say I Love You by Playbill Staff

Reviews are now in for the world premiere of Neil LaBute’s All the Ways to Say I Love You, which opened September 28 at MCC Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:07PM

Liz Callaway to Headline The Acting Company's 2016 Gala by BroadwayWorld

Liz Callaway, the Emmy Award-winning actress, singer and recording artist is set to perform as part of The Acting Company's annual gala.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:07PM

Evan Harrington to Bring Meat Loaf to 54 Below with BAT OUT OF HELL by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Evan Harrington 'BAT OUT OF HELL' -LIVE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:07PM

Review: ‘Songs of Lear,’ We Hear Cordelia Singing by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Song of the Goat Theater from Poland presents an impressionistic and sung version of “King Lear” at BAM.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:06PM

2016 Poppy Seed Festival launched by Anne-Marie Peard

The second Poppy Seed Theatre Festival launched its program on Thursday night in Melbourne. Embracing the development of some of the best Melbourne-based independent artists, the festival pr…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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[WATCH] Miley Cyrus guest hosts ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show,’ talks ‘Frozen’ sequel with Idina Menzel by Daniel Montgomery

Miley Cyrus keeps expanding her repertoire. The actress and singer recently debuted as a mentor on NBC’s Emmy-winning singing competition “The Voice,” and on September 29 s…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 04:58PM

Le Grand Amour! Garen Scribner, Sara Esty & More Preview the National Tour of An American in Paris by Broadway.com

Romance is in the air! The national tour of An American in Paris is hitting the road this fall. Go inside the show's rehearsal room to meet the cast.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:56PM

What'd He Miss? Seth Stewart Is Hamilton's New Marquis de Lafayette & Thomas Jefferson on Broadway by Ryan McPhee

Broadway.com has confirmed that former Hamilton ensemble member Seth Stewart has assumed the roles of Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson full-time. He’ll take over the track tha…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:56PM

The Fantasticks Launches Pittsburgh Public Theater Season by Adam Hetrick

Jamen Nanthakumar and Mary Elizabeth Drake co-star in the Tom Jones-Harvey Schmidt classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:55PM

Comedian Barry Crimmins: ‘You can’t hate anybody until you hate yourself’ by Aaron Timms In New York

The king of today’s investigative comics, has exposed online child abuse, inspired Judd Apatow and Louis CK – and is still as funny and as angry as everIn the elevator on the way down fr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:52PM

Review: ‘The Gulf’ at Signature Theatre by David Siegel

Signature’s premiere of The Gulf written by Audrey Cefaly is a daring dark venture about two women entwined with heartache and sadness. It is a scorching two-hander character study that t…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:47PM

Grumpy Cat joins cast of Broadway musical, 'Cats' by Associated Press Entertainment Staff

Internet sensation Grumpy Cat is joining the cast of the Broadway music, 'Cats."

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 04:45PM

Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, Kate Baldwin and More Set for October at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

This September, Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club amp Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

A Place to Go: Theatres Embrace the All-Gender Bathroom by American Theatre Editors

As an absurd fight over transgender bathroom rights intensifies, theatres can lead by freeing their own facilities from the binary.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:14PM

Lion King Star Is The New Phantom of the Opera on Tour by Adam Hetrick

Derrick Davis has been announced to take over the title role in the national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:11PM

ON THE SCENE with Randy Rainbow: How Well Do you Know Kristin Chenoweth & Idina Menzel? by Randy Rainbow

September 23 was a great day to be a Wicked fan, as the show's two original stars dropped new albums.Kristin Chenoweth released the Art of Elegance and Idina Menzel her self-titled Idina.Ran…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

Battery Dance holding campaign for dancers seeking refuge by Admin

Battery Dance, a New York-based organization focused on dance diplomacy, has announced the launch of the Adel Euro Campaign for Dancers Seeking Refuge, which focuses on relocating, hosting a…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 04:09PM

Some Lee Daniels News: Lee Daniels Is Writing a Musical About Lee Daniels by Jackson McHenry

Lee Daniels, of Lee Daniels' the Butler and of Lee Daniels's other projects like Empire and the one where Nicole Kidman pees on Zac Efron, has a Lee Daniels announcement: he's…

SOURCE: Vulture at 04:05PM

Great Lakes Theater's 'My Fair Lady' balances tradition, timeliness in a ravishing reinvention (review) by Andrea Simakis

The adoration and excitement that attended the arrival of "My Fair Lady" 60 years ago made it the "Hamilton" of its day, says director Victoria Bussert, who is helming a …

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 04:00PM

Photo Flash: Betsy Morgan, Kate Rockwell, and More Begin Rehearsals for Carousel

The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic comes to Arena Stage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: All the Ways to Say I Love You, Starring Judith Light, Announces Final Extension

Neil LaBute's solo drama adds another week of performances.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Quick tip: A special 'Seussical' in Coronado by James Hebert

This weekend, Coronado Playhouse is making its production of “Seussical The Musical” extra-welcoming for fans whose opportunities to see plays can sometimes be limited. The theater is o…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 04:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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12 of Our Favorite Performances from Leslie Odom, Jr. by Michael Gioia

Before the Tony-winning star hits the Rainbow Room and releases a holiday album, watch some of his best performances here.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:59PM

Ballet Theatre of Maryland Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Self-Post News

Experience the dramatic, electrifying antics of the Headless Horseman and other mesmerizing spooky creatures as they leap from the page to the stage at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:54PM

Paramour Song to Be Featured on TV's Dancing With the Stars by Robert Viagas

The ABC series plans a Cirque du Soleil Night for October 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:50PM

Neil LaBute's All the Ways to Say I Love You, Starring Judith Light, Extends Again Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

The world premiere of Neil LaBute’s All the Ways To Say I Love You, starring two-time Tony and Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner Judith Light, has once again extended its off-B…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:43PM

See Onstage & Off: The State of Transgender Artists Panel at #IdentityWeek by Monica Simoes

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 03:38PM

Denuded: Interrupted – Bruno Isakovic at La Mama by Maura Donohue

Last night, La Mama, officially, kicked off its 55th anniversary season with Croatian choreographer Bruno Isakovic’s Denuded.   This is also the final program for the 5th Queer N…

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 03:37PM

New York Mayor’s Office Launches Five Programs to Combat Gender Inequality in Entertainment Industry by Gordon Cox

The New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment has launched a new series of initiatives aimed at combating the underrepresentation of women in the entertainment industry…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:34PM

Springsteen at the Free Library: What do you say to the Boss?

Joe Brooks waited all his life for a chance to meet Bruce Springsteen, and when that moment finally arrived on Thursday, he leaned close and said:

SOURCE: Philly.com at 03:29PM

What comedian Tim Meadows is watching, reading and listening to by Brad Wheeler

The long-time cast member of Saturday Night Live says he is a Howard Stern fan

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:22PM

Broadway Weekly Buying Guide, Powered by SeatGeek: September 29, 2016 by BroadwayWorld

Looking to buy last minute tickets to a Broadway show Don't know what to see Trying to find a theater

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:21PM

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

MCC Theaterhas announced a second and final extension --now through October 23, 2016 --for All the Ways to Say I Love You, a new play by Neil LaBute, directed by Leigh Silverman and starring…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:21PM

Internet star Grumpy Cat to join a Broadway show — ‘Cats’ by Mark Kennedy

Life will imitate art — or is it the other way around? — when internet sensation Grumpy Cat joins the cast of the Broadway musical “Cats” on Friday for what will likely be a feline-g…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:15PM

Lauren Worsham, Mary Testa and More to Open NYFOS Season with RODGERS, RODGERS & GUETTEL by BroadwayWorld

New York Festival of Songopens its 2016-17Mainstage seasonat Merkin Concert Hall with twoevenings devoted to the Rodgers family-Richard, Mary, and Adam Guettel withrare unpublishedsongs by b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

See Hamilton Cast Host Voter Registration by Monica Simoes

The cast of the Broadway hit Hamilton set up registration tables September 28 outside the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Hedda Hedda Hey! by Leah Richards

Hedda (Gabler) Adapted by Matt Minnicino Directed by Joseph Michael Parks Presented by Wandering Bark Theatre Company At IRT Theater, NYC September 23-October 8, 2016 Henrik Ibse…

SOURCE: culturecatch.com at 03:02PM

Music News: Leslie Odom Jr. to Release New Album of Christmas Tunes

S-Curve Records will put out the upcoming CD.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Broadway's Hamilton Finds Its New Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson

An original ensemble member steps into the roles originated by Daveed Diggs.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Grand Stage Announces more Theatrical Skills Workshops by Bt

Join us for these educational, informative and inexpensive workshops.Pre-registration is required. There will not be any on-site registration.All workshops have limited space. Registering ea…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 02:54PM

Enriching Evanston Through Art by Bt

All Evanston arts stakeholders are welcome: artists, arts groups, performers, audience and all who love art. Can we enrich Evanston through art? Let’s take one step together to find out. E…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 02:54PM

The Training Center at Victory Gardens Returns by Bt

Victory Gardens Theater announces the return of The Training Center, with courses beginning in fall 2016. Classes in a variety of disciplines, including performance, dance and writing will b…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 02:54PM

Steven Weber, Bets Malone and Jane Leeves Join Tyne Daly in Dear World by Andrew Gans

The concert performance of the Jerry Herman musical will be presented September 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:52PM

Hamilton Cast Helps Broadway Fans Register to Vote Outside Richard Rodgers Theatre

On September 28, Hamilton cast members set up shop outside the Richard Rodgers Theatre and helped fans register to vote. The cast members were trained in the registration process by members …

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM

Parody Is Dead: The Real Grumpy Cat Will Appear in ‘Cats’ on Broadway by John Bonazzo

Grumpy Cat will make her Broadway debut tomorrow night. This one-night-only appearance will mark the first time an actual kitty has appeared in the show.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 02:50PM

Odds & Ends: Grumpy Cat to Join Cats Cast, Idina Menzel on Frozen 2 & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Grumpy Cat to Join Cats Cast What's next, Miss Kitty being named the Gumbie Cat standby? Grumpy Cat, the media personal…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:37PM

Bronx Bullet: Backstage at A Bronx Tale with Ariana DeBose, Episode 1: Meet the Family! by Broadway.com

In the first episode of her new vlog, A Bronx Tale's Ariana DeBose introduces us to the cast during the first week of rehearsal. She also gives an insider's look at the Broadway Flea…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:37PM

Broadway Fave Derrick Davis & More Join the Touring Cast of The Phantom of the Opera by Ryan Gilbert

He will soon be bringing you the "music of the night!" Broadway favorite Derrick Davis will play the man behind the mask, The Phantom, in the national touring production of Andrew …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:37PM

This Week in L.A. Theatre by Julio Martinez

IN THE NEWS Longtime theatrically inconsistent Ricardo Montalbán Theatre — which originally opened as the Beaux Arts in 1927, billed as “Hollywood’s first legitimate theate…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 02:37PM

See Julia Murney and Jenna Ushkowitz Go Back To School at 54 Below by Hannah Vine

Hunter Bell and Susan Blackwell co-hosted the September 26 benefit concert at Feinstein’s 54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:37PM

Photos! All the Ways to Say I Love You Starring Judith Light Opening Night by Hannah Vine

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Moral Imperative by Steven Morris

The post Moral Imperative appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:33PM

Josh Groban and The Great Comet Cast Are Heading to BroadwayCon by Adam Hetrick

Groban and the cast of Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 will appear in a special MainStage panel at BroadwayCon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Starry Group Set to Perform in Drama League’s Celebration of David Hyde Pierce by Andrew Gans

Tyne Daly, Billy Porter, Bebe Neuwirth, Sierra Boggess, Christopher Sieber and more will perform.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:22PM

Bernadette Peters to Headline 'Unforgettable Evening' for Patchogue Theatre, Broadway Barks by BroadwayWorld

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts PTPA will presentone of Broadway's brightest stars - Bernadette Peters in 'An Unforgettable Evening' on the Patchogue Theatre Main Stage, Saturday, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:20PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Watch the Teaser for Our New Series: DANCE CAPTAIN DANCE ATTACK with Ben Cameron! by Ben Cameron

BroadwayWorldis proud to announce ourlatest exclusive series DANCE CAPTAIN DANCE ATTACK

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Megan Hilty, Broadway Inspirational Voices and More Join BROADWAY SNIFFS OUT CANCER by BroadwayWorld

Megan Hilty Wicked, 'Smash', Alex Newell 'Glee' and Michael McElroy with members of the Broadway Inspirational Voices have joined the lineup of the first annual all-star benefit concert BROA…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:20PM

October to Usher in New Stars for PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Tour by BroadwayWorld

Cameron Mackintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group announced today that Derrick Davis, Jordan Craig, Trista Moldovan and Emily Ramirez will join the principal cast of the spect…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:20PM

Internet star Grumpy Cat to join a Broadway show _ 'Cats' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Life will imitate art - or is it the other way around? - when internet sensation Grumpy Cat joins the cast of the Broadway musical "Cats" on Friday …

SOURCE: Associated Press at 02:17PM

In 'Fly by Night,' a songwriter sandwiched between sisters by Chris Jones

The hero of "Fly by Night," the indie-vibe 2014 musical from New York's Playwrights Horizons now in its intimate Chicago premiere at the Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre in Rogers Park, makes san…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:17PM

Meet the Cast and Director of Providence Players’ ‘Amadeus’ Part 4: Debora Crabbe and Bobby Welsh as The Venticelli by Chip Gertzog by Guest Author

Amadeus, the late Peter Shaffer’s Tony Award and Academy Award-winning masterpiece opens this Friday, September 30, 2016 at the James Lee Community Center Theater and kicks off the Provide…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:16PM

Kate Burton to Star in Immersive The Dead, 1904 by Olivia Clement

The adaptation of James Joyce’s The Dead will be staged in an old Upper East Side townhouse with wine and dinner included.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:07PM

Theater News: Grumpy Cat Receives an Invitation to Broadway's Jellicle Ball in Cats

The Internet sensation might be chosen to ascend to the Heavyside Layer.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Datebook: Art inspired by Octavia Butler, photos that get gender-ambiguous, revisiting a Bay Area group by Carolina A. Miranda

The art of a San Francisco group. Works inspired by a prominent L.A. sci-fi writer. And the powerful prints of a Cuban artist. Plus: photography that touches on the ambiguities of gender, su…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 02:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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The Civilians Announce 2016-17 R&D Group by American Theatre Editors

A group of 17 artists will develop a new work together.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:58PM

Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley to Chat Health and Careers at The Drama Book Shop This Fall by BroadwayWorld

The Drama Book Shop willwelcome three-time Tony Award-nominee Marin Mazzie and her husband, Broadway veteran, Jason Danieley, for an intimate discussion about life in the theatre and Mazzie'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:58PM

VIDEO: Nathan Lane & John Goodman Talk Relevancy of Broadway's THE FRONT PAGE 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. Although the play originally debuted on Br…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:58PM

FELA's J.L. Williams Returns to Riverdance's 20th Anniversary Tour by BroadwayWorld

Riverdance- the Anniversary Tour returns to the USA from January to June 2017. J.L. Williams rejoins the ongoing 20th Anniversary tour and will be featured for the first time as the 'Bariton…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:58PM

Starry MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Will Return to Ogunquit Playhouse; Hunter Foster to Direct! by BroadwayWorld

The Ogunquit Playhouse will bring back the most popular show in its history, the Tony Award-winning musical Million Dollar Quartet, on stage October 5 through November 6.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:58PM

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Nicholas Rodriguez, Betsy Morgan and More for CAROUSEL at Arena Stage by BroadwayWorld

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presents Carousel,directed by Artistic Director Molly Smith, with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.Fea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:58PM

Jan Murray obituary by Susan Sheahan

My teacher and friend Jan Murray, who has died at the age of 74, was an outspoken and powerful arts critic and an influential voice for British and international contemporary dance.Jan was t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:45PM

Sex: the play that put Mae West in prison returns to New York by Charlotte Burns In New York

A theatre group has teased out the proudly feminist subtext in West’s play, which was banned for obscenity but launched the actor into superstardomThis month, Sex returns to the city: an i…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:45PM

Disney veteran Jay Rasulo to lead L.A. Philharmonic board by David Ng

Jay Rasulo is going from the executive offices of the Walt Disney Co. to the top board position at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Rasulo will become chairman of the board of the Los Angeles Phi…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 01:45PM

Livestreaming Conference: Bitef and Cultural Diplomacy: Theatre Festivals and Geopolitics—BITEF Festival and UNESCO Chair in Cultural Policy and Man by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. The Conference Bitef and Cultural Diplomacy: Theatre Festivals and Geopolitics livestreams on the global, commons-based peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv Sa…

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The Bodyguard Star Ben Richards on Not Singing in a Musical & Why He Likes Being a Replacement by Matt Wolf

Ben Richards is a major TV name in Britain who has distinguished himself across a range of musicals, including Grease and Guys and Dolls to The Full Monty and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:30PM

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas! Leslie Odom Jr. to Release Festive Album by Broadway.com

The perfect stocking stuffer for the Broadway buff in your life! Tony winner Leslie Odom Jr. will follow up his self-titled jazz debut album with a new record of reinterpreted holiday classi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:30PM

Tony-Winning Hamilton Star Will Release Christmas Album by Andrew Gans

Leslie Odom Jr.’s Simply Christmas will be available in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Disney Announces ‘The Lion King’ Film Remake by Amy Sapp

Brush up on your “Hakuna Matata” and attempts to sing the words of “Circle of Life” correctly — The Lion King is returning to Pride Rock.   Though few deta…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:21PM

Photos: Photos: Tamsin Greig in rehearsals for The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide...

The production opens at Hampstead Theatre on 24 October

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New York City Starts $5 Million Fund for Women in Film and Theater by Melena Ryzik

The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will create the fund, administered over five years, to help with projects “by, for, or about women.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:19PM

BWW Exclusive Video: Acclaimed Actor Stephen Lang Stars in BEYOND GLORY by Caryn Robbins

Below, watch BroadwayWorld's exclusive clip from the new film BEYOND GLORY. From executive producers James Cameron and Jon Landau, the film is directed by Larry Brand and stars Stephen Lang …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM

Tyne Daly, Billy Porter, Bebe Neuwirth, Sierra Boggess and More Slated for Drama League's 2016 Gala Honoring David Hyde Pierce by BroadwayWorld

The Drama League has announced the roster of special guest performers for the 33rd Annual Musical Celebration of Broadway honoring Tony and Emmy Award winner David Hyde Pierce to be held on …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM

HAMILTON Tony Winner Leslie Odom, Jr. to Release SIMPLY CHRISTMAS Album by BroadwayWorld

Award-winning vocalist Leslie Odom Jr. will follow up his hugely successful self-titled jazz debut with a stunning album of newly reinterpreted holiday classics entitled Simply Christmas, to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM

Grumpy Cat Will Become First Real Feline to Claw Into Broadway's CATS by BroadwayWorld

Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking Broadway musical, CATS will make history once again when internet sensation, Grumpy Cat becomes the first genuine feline to join the cast.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:19PM

Now Casting: Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In the Heights’ and More Jobs

Before there was “Hamilton,” there was “In the Heights,” the first Tony Award-winning musical from Lin-Manuel Miranda. In today’s casting notices, you have the …

SOURCE: Backstage at 01:17PM

West End Theater Review: ‘The Libertine,’ With ‘Preacher’ Star Dominic Cooper by Gordon Cox

John Wilmot, the Second Earl of Rochester, is a familiar figure. He’s the real-life equivalent of George Etherege’s “Man of Mode” and Aphra Behn’s “Rover” — a licentious …

SOURCE: Variety at 01:01PM

Theater News: Kate Burton to Star in Immersive Stage Adaptation of James Joyce's The Dead

The production will be presented by Irish Repertory Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Rosie Perez Set for 2016 Restore Brooklyn Benefit Honoring Kenny Leon & More by BroadwayWorld

On Monday, October 17, at 630 PM, the Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation will host the Restore Brooklyn Annual Benefit gala, honoring Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III, Tony Award-wi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Idina Menzel and More Join LIVE IN THE VINEYARD November Line-Up by BroadwayWorld

Live In The Vineyard LITV today announced more artists for the eighteenth installment of the exclusive music, food and wine festival, which will include Tony Award winning icon Idina Menzel,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

OITNB star says media needs to represent full-figured woman by Nekesa Mumbi Moody | ap

If you check Danielle Brooks’ Instagram account, you’ll see plenty of poses that ooze self-confidence, from shots of the “Orange is the New Black” star in glamorous outfits to a self…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:54PM

FROM DOWN UNDER: The Australian Ballet announces 2017 ‘season of wonderment’ by Simon Parris

Announcing a range of premieres and classic works, The Australian Ballet has proclaimed 2017 to be A Season of Wonderment.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:40PM

Houston Theatre Founded By Former American Idol Contestant Shuts Down by Michael Gioia

The Kaleidoscope Theater, founded by Colton Berry, has shuttered due to financial difficulties.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM

Why Sutton Foster Is the Magic Ingredient for TVLand’s Surprise Hit Show by Ruthie Fierberg

The two-time Tony winner may just be the secret to Younger’s success.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Gotham Star Robin Lord Taylor Headed to White Rabbit, Red Rabbit by Adam Hetrick

Taylor, who stars as Oswald Cobblepot (The Penguin) on Gotham, is the next actor to step into the mysterious Off-Broadway play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:30PM

Up yours! A satanic Kermit takes over a good Lutheran kid in Victory Gardens’ Hand to God by Tony Adler

Convinced Christians may take offense at Hand to God. Convinced Christians with a sense of humor may find themselves in the odd position of taking offense while laughing.…

SOURCE: www.chicagoreader.com at 12:30PM

Dillie Keane on Tom Lehrer: songs that led me to torture my parents by Dillie Keane

The American singer and songwriter mocked the absurdities of the human condition by using jolly tunes and foul lyrics Tom Lehrer exploded in my unhappy 15-year-old head like the best firewor…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:28PM

Best Shakespeare productions: what's your favourite Henry VIII? by Michael Billington

The play that burned down the Globe theatre in 1613, after a stage cannon ignited the thatch, is a potent farewell to this seriesIt seems strange to end this series of favourite Shakespeare …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:28PM

A New Musical Opens, and a London Hit Arrives on Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Know: What not to miss in theatre September 29-October 9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:27PM

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with School of Rock's Drummer, Raghav Mehrotra

Raghav Mehrotra talks joining School of Rock after an open call, looking up to Alex Brightman, and more.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:25PM

Photo Flashback! The Spring Awakening Revival Opened Over a Year Ago on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Over a year ago the Deaf West production of Spring Awakening opened at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. Take a look back at their September 27, 2015 opening night.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

“Cabaret” at Buell is just a tad too slick by Joanne Ostrow

The national tour of Kander and Ebb’s powerful “Cabaret” lands in Denver through Oct. 9, sounding a bit too pretty and looking a tad too slick. To do it justice, this show should feel …

SOURCE: Denver Post at 12:22PM

Kate Burton to Star in Irish Rep's Immersive THE DEAD, 1904 by BroadwayWorld

Irish Repertory Theatre and Dot Dot Productions,in association with The American Irish Historical Society, haveannounced the world premiere of THE DEAD, 1904 - an immersive adaptation of Jam…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:16PM

Welcome to Falsettoland! Meet the Full Company of FALSETTOS, Beginning Tonight on Broadway by Meet The Cast

Lincoln Center Theater's new production of William Finn and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical Falsettosbegins previews tonight, September 29, and runs for 14 weeks only at the Walter…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:16PM

Watch Daveed Diggs Talk About the Celebs He Met at Hamilton by Michael Gioia

The Hamilton star sat down on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to talk about leaving Hamilton and how he landed Black-ish.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:16PM

VIDEO: Daveed Diggs Talks HAMILTON Exit, 'Black-Ish' Gig & More on JIMMY KIMMEL by TV News Desk

Daveed Diggs stopped by last night's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE to talk about leaving the hit Broadway show HAMILTON and recall some of the notable people he met while doing the show.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

STAGE TUBE: Mother-Daughter Bonding Gone Wrong! Watch the New Trailer for Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY Musical by Stage Tube

Signature Theatrepresents the world premiere production of Disney's Freaky Friday. Developed byDisney Theatrical Productionsexpressly for licensing to theatres, Freaky Friday features a book…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

HAVE YOU MET MISS JONES, Starring Shirley Jones and Patrick Cassidy, Premieres in KC; Tour, NY Up Next! by BroadwayWorld

AcademyAward-winning film, television and theater legend Shirley Jones and her son, Broadway and television actor Patrick Cassidy, star in the world premiere of Have You Met Miss Jones, feat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

The Wooster Group Founder Receives 2016 Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize by BroadwayWorld

The Gish Prize Trust today announced that Elizabeth LeCompte, founding member and director of the internationally acclaimed experimental theater company The Wooster Group, has been selected …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

Seth Stewart Will Take Over as HAMILTON's Lafayette/Jefferson Full-Time by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Seth Stewart has officially taken over the role of 'LafayetteJefferson' in Hamilton on Broadway. Stewart was one of three understudies who alternated the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

L.A theater openings, Oct. 2-9: 'Beautiful -- The Carole King Musical' and more by Matt Cooper

This week: “The Merchant of Venice” takes a detour, “The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe” expands, and “Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” returns for a…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:00PM

Theater News: Movie Version of Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights to Begin Filming

The Hamilton creator is also working on a second film project with In the Heights writer Quiara Alegría Hudes.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Miss Saigon Veterans Rachelle Ann Go and Devin Ilaw Join Show's Broadway Cast

The beloved musical will star Jon Jon Briones and Eva Noblezada.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Encounter Simon McBurney's The Encounter in New Production Photos

The solo drama opens tonight at the Golden Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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40 years of Martin Scorsese movies, mashed up as a concert-musical? That's 'American Crime Requiem' by Gary Goldstein

A lot can happen in six years. That’s how long it took L.A.-based For the Record to grow up from a renegade little troupe in an 80-seat East Hollywood dive bar, where it performed concerts…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 11:55AM

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast 2005 (Ghostlight) David Yazbek’s Broadway scores are just plain fun, whether it’s the frenetic farce of Women On the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown or the blue-colla…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 11:53AM

A Conversation About The La MaMa Puppet Series with Curator Denise Greber by J. C. Wright

One of the true gems in the world of New York City off-off-Broadway theatre is La MaMa’s bi-annual Puppet Series, which is now kicking off the company’s 55th season. With a kaleidoscopic…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 11:51AM

The Legend of Zelda by American Theatre Editors

Zelda Fichandler wasn't just a founder of the American resident theatre movement; she was also one of its most clear-eyed critics.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:49AM

See Castle’s Stana Katic Take Her Turn in White Rabbit Red Rabbit by Hannah Vine

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:45AM

Philadelphia Theatre Company presents Bruce Graham’s ‘Rizzo’ by Toby Zinman

Philadelphia Theatre Company's reprise of Theatre Exile's 'Rizzo,' by Bruce Graham, presents both sides of the man and his myth. Toby Zinman reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 11:41AM

'Celebration,' from the 'Fantasticks' duo, opens the New Line season by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

From the creators of 'The Fantasticks' comes a musical fable you probably never heard

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 11:36AM

Datebook: 'Samson Et Dalila' at Opera Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Opera Bastille, Paris, presents an opera in three acts and four scenes set to a French libretto by Ferdinand Lemaire. 'Samson Et Dalila' better known as Samson and Delilah will be perfo…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:31AM

Breaking News: Rachelle Ann Go & Devin Ilaw Join MISS SAIGON on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

Rachelle Ann Go as Gigi and Devin Ilaw as Thuy have joined the cast of Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schonberg's legendary musical MISS SAIGON, which begins pe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:31AM

Photo Flash: Simon McBurney Takes on the Jungle in THE ENCOUNTER by BroadwayWorld

Direct from London and an international tour, Complicite's acclaimed production ofThe Encounter, conceived, directed and performed by Simon McBurney, openstonightat Broadway's John Golden Th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:31AM

Irish Rep to Serve Dinner and ‘The Dead’ by Michael Paulson

“The Dead, 1904” will be staged at a townhouse and will accommodate 42 people a night, at $300 each for the play, dinner and drinks.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:31AM

See Simon McBurney in The Encounter on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The Edinburgh hit based on the true story of a National Geographic photographer in 1959 plays at the Golden Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:30AM

Digital Theatre’s Robert Delamere appointed chair of English Touring Theatre by David Hutchison

Digital Theatre co-founder Robert Delamere has been named as the new chair of English Touring Theatre. A trustee of the company since

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:28AM

Deathlandia: THE UNDERTAKING, Steven Cosson, The Civilians in collaboration with Jessica Mitrani, BAM Next Wave by Jennifer Cayer

I wake up sometimes in the middle of the night and check if my partner is still breathing.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 11:27AM

Banned Harry Hill gag shows a shift in attitudes to both comedy and gender by Brian Logan

Ofcom has censured an old episode of TV Burp, eight years after deeming its skit about a transgender man acceptable. It signals a sea change in how trans issues are treated on the small scre…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:27AM

Bright Colors and Bold Patterns by Steven Morris

Bright Colors and Bold PatternsReviewed by Deborah KlugmanCelebration Theatre at The LexThrough November 14 Humor is subjective.In this case the show in question is writer/performer Drew Dro…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 11:26AM

Additional Casting Announced for Miss Saigon Broadway Revival by Andrew Gans

Rachelle Ann Go and Devin Ilaw have joined the cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM

5 Guys Chillin’ by Darryl Reilly

Writer and director Peter Darney’s script is based on and intertwines over 50 hours of interviews with gay men contacted through the gay social media site Grindr. From this real life mate…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:22AM

Future Stars Shine as National Youth Theatre Mixes Gang Warfare With Shakespeare by Mark Beech

Romeo and Juliet indulge in a little time travel, ending up in a world of 1950s teddy boys and violent rockers. The play is alternating with a brutal contemporary story called “Pigeon Engl…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:21AM

Richard Dreyfuss Likes Finding Work Off Beaten Path (i.e., TheaterWorks) by Christopher Arnott

Richard Dreyfuss redefined what it meant to be a leading man in the "New Hollywood" era of the 1970s, in such groundbreaking films as "Jaws," "American Graffiti," "The Apprenticeship of Dudd…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 11:21AM

Jersey Boys to Shutter in West End After Nine-Year Run by Mark Shenton

A second U.K. national tour will launch in December 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Daveed Diggs Talks New Hip-Hop Album, Black-ish & Who to Hit Up for Hamilton Tickets by Lindsey Sullivan

Daveed Diggs has been non-stop since his Tony-winning turn in Lin-Manuel Miranda's revolutionary hit Hamilton. Between releasing Splendor & Misery, the latest album from his experime…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:16AM

Rachelle Ann Go & Devin Ilaw to Helicopter Into Miss Saigon Revival on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

The movie’s in their minds! Rachelle Ann Go and Devin Ilaw have joined the cast of the Miss Saigon revival as Gigi and Thuy, respectively. Boublil and Schönberg’s new musica…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:16AM

What'd He Miss? Seth Stewart Is Hamilton's New Marques de Lafayette & Thomas Jefferson on Broadway by Ryan McPhee

Broadway.com has confirmed that former Hamilton ensemble member Seth Stewart has assumed the roles of Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson full-time. He’ll take over the track tha…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:16AM

Theater Preview: Conor Lovett on Music and Samuel Beckett in “Here All Night” by Robert Israel

“If you’ll excuse me for being cheeky, it’s a collaboration between the players on stage and Beckett’s works.”

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:16AM

Jeffrey Tambor Cheers Judith Light on Her All the Ways to Say I Love You Opening Night by Lindsey Sullivan

Neil LaBute's All the Ways to Say I Love You, starring Judith Light and directed by Leigh Silverman, opened at the Lucille Lortel Theatre on September 28. Check out the glitzy guests in …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:16AM

Relaxed Performances: The nuts and bolts of offering sensory-friendly experiences to your audience by [email protected] (ramona)

By Erica Nagel. In this #IdentityWeek blog, Erica Nagel of the McCarter Theatre discusses how, and why, they’ve made Relaxed Performances part of their equity, diversity, and inclusion wor…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:16AM

NEWS: Dick King-Smith’s Babe the Sheep-Pig tours UK after Polka Theatre by Emma Clarendon

It has been announced that a new production of Dick King-Smith’s Babe the Sheep-Pig will head off on a UK tour, after a Christmas season at the Polka Theatre in Wimbledon from 25 November …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:15AM

Yes Minister star Derek Fowlds decries ‘pecking order’ among older actors by Georgia Snow

Yes Minister star Derek Fowlds has claimed there is a “pecking order” for roles among older actors, and that casting is dominated

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:15AM

Shirley Jones and Patrick Cassidy Star in Have You Met Miss Jones by Andrew Gans

The evening, featuring stories and songs from Jones’ career, is currently playing Kansas’ New Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

Survey finds white workers less enthusiastic about diversity quotas by David Hutchison

White arts workers are less likely than other ethnic groups to favour quotas and penalties as a way to improve the diversity

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:10AM

Tamara Rojo to star in Giselle-inspired virtual reality video by Matthew Hemley

Tamara Rojo is to star in a virtual reality video inspired by Akram Khan’s Giselle, which promises to allow audiences to “experience

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:06AM

WATCH: YouTube’s Tyler Mount Shares His Top 5 Fall Broadway Shows by Amy Sapp

Each Monday and Thursday at noon, YouTube and social media personality Tyler Mount of the Tyler Mount Vlog “cuddles, giggles, and gossips” with some of Broadway’s most reno…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:02AM

How to market your show with no money.

I cut my theatrical teeth as a Company Manager on big-budget Broadway shows.  It’s where I learned about the business.  And boy oh boy did I get a grad-school-like education sitting …

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

Video Flash: EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Mamie Gummer Lends Her Voice to the A.R.T./New York Campaign

New York's leading nonprofit companies will soon set up shop in affordable venues.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Check Out Production Photos From The Producers

Michael Kostroff, David Josefsberg, and Ashley Spencer star in the production at Paper Mill Playhouse.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Judith Light Opens in Neil LaBute's All the Ways to Say I Love You

The production is directed by Leigh Silverman.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: Soho Rep. Closes Walker Street Theater

The company leaves its off-Broadway home of 25 years.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

The art of Ann Weber comes out of the box

The Bohemian-Austrian poet Rainer Maria Rilke once said of the French sculptor Auguste Rodin, “His art was not built upon a great idea, but upon a minute, conscientious realization, upon &…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM

Paul McCartney opens Sacramento’s new arena

The hyperbole surrounding the opening of the Golden 1 Center will reach a climax on Tuesday, Oct. 4. Paul McCartney, arguably the world’s biggest rock star (Mr. Springsteen, you’ll stand…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Laura Benanti @ Cafe Carlyle by Barry

Laura Benanti Has Tales from Soprano Isle By Sandi Durell Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti must have had quite a nightmare dreaming that all sopranos would one day be shipped out a…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:54AM

EMPIRE Creator Lee Daniels In Talks to Write a Musical About His Life by TV News Desk

Director and producer Lee Daniels has revealed to Billboard that he plans to write a musical about his life.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:52AM

Production news round-up: September 21 to 27 by Georgia Snow

Plays Imelda Staunton and Conleth Hill are to star in a new production of Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:46AM

Neil Simon’s Legacy has Spoiled His Best Plays for Millennials by [email protected] (ramona)

By Ricky Young-Howze. Ricky Young-Howze writes about Neil Simon’s influence on pop culture comedic tropes.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:45AM

NorthJersey.com Review: "Marie and Rosetta" by Joseph Cervelli

An uplifting and ultimately sad look at the gospel and rhythm and blues singer. Review appears in Gannett Community Newspapers.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 10:43AM

Recipient of 23rd Annual Dorothy and Lillian Gish Prize Revealed by Andrew Gans

Wooster Group’s Elizabeth LeCompte will be presented with the award in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM

International news round-up: September 29 by The Stage

McDonagh festival RUSSIA/PERM Russia’s Second International Festival of Martin McDonagh will see performances of all eight of the writer’s plays, including the country’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:42AM

Broadway League Announces Recipients of National Education and Engagement Grants by Andrew Gans

Ten organizations will be presented with grants of $5,000 each.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:38AM

See Laura Benanti in Soundcheck For Tales From Soprano Isle at Caf\u00E9 Carlyle

On September 27, Laura Benanti began a string of shows at Caf\u00E9 Carlyle. Playbill was on hand as she, Todd Almond (piano) and Brian Ellingson (bass) soundchecked an assortment of tunes f…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:38AM

Laura Benanti Sings From She Loves Me at Café Carlyle by Mark Ezovski

The Broadway and TV star also revealed a potential (but not very likely!) name for her expected baby.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Dead Sheep’s Carol Royle by Helen McWilliams

When I read it and saw that Elspeth was what one might call a character part I jumped at the opportunity and was thrilled. Elspeth Howe is not essentially like me and these are the kind of r…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:36AM

Floyd Collins, Wilton's Music Hall, London, review: 'On no account to be missed' by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

This musical tells the real-life story of a young man who becomes trapped in the cave he has discovered in 1920s Kentucky

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:31AM

‘Sousatzka’ Scheduled to Open in Toronto in Pre-Broadway Run by Matthew Wexler

Teatro Proscenium Limited Partnership (Richard Stursberg, CEO) have announced the world premiere of the Garth Drabinsky production of Sousatzka, the new musical by three-time Tony Award…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:28AM

Hit musical 'Jersey Boys' makes energetic return to Hippodrome by Tim Smith

Working its way back to the Hippodrome Theatre for the third time in five years, the touring production of "Jersey Boys" again delivers a satisfying combination of hit parade and eventful ba…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 10:10AM

Most-Produced High School Plays and Musicals of 2015-16 Revealed by Adam Hetrick

John Cariani’s Almost, Maine took the # 1 slot as the most-produced play for the second year in a row.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08AM

VIDEO: First Look - Matthew Broderick, Megan Hilty & More Star in RULES DON'T APPLY by Movies News Desk

Alec Baldwin, Warren Beatty, Annette Bening, Matthew Broderick, Dabney Coleman, Lily Collins, Ed Harris, Megan Hilty, Oliver Platt and Martin Sheen star in RULES DON'T APPLY.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:07AM

BWW Interview - DWTS' Maks Chmerkovskiy Talks Season 23, Return to Broadway & More by Caryn Robbins

Fan favorite champion ballroom dancer, choreographer and fitness guru Maksim Chmerkovskiy returned to ABC's DANCING WITH THE STARS for the show's 23rd Season. Chmerkovskiy partners with mode…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:07AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Watch As Puppets Recreate The Golden Girls' Iconic Theme Song

See The Golden Girls' iconic theme song recreated by the puppets from the off-Broadway parody.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:04AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Call Answered: Richard Cameron: Broadway Global by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: I thought I knew every theatre award there was, but I've just been introduced to one more, "Producer of the Year," given out by Broadway Global, founded in 2009 by Richard Cam…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 09:55AM

ALL THE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU – starring Judith Light by Oscar E Moore

At the Lortel.  A new monologue by Neil LaBute.  Lasting about one hour.  About the same time a psychiatrist would allot a patient to spill ones heart out.  In this case Mrs. Johnson.  …

SOURCE: Oscar E. Moore at 09:55AM

ADDAMS FAMILY & MARY POPPINS Top List of Most Performed High School Shows by BroadwayWorld

TheAddams Familytopped the list forthemost-produced high school musical for the second consecutive year, andMary Poppinsmade itslistdebut at second place,in an annual survey conducted bythe …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Theatre for the New City Explodes with New Musical, THE FOLK SINGER and New Plays: LIFE MASKS by BroadwayWorld

Created by the team behind the critically acclaimed 2015 production of Heather Smiley for President, the musical has a book and lyrics byTom Attea, with music composed byArthur Abrams. The p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Oscar Winner Jennifer Hudson Signs On as Coach for U.K.'s THE VOICE by TV News Desk

Jennifer Hudson has signed on to be a coach on the U.K. version of THE VOICE singing competition.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Dick Van Dyke Reveals: 'I Would Love to Sing & Dance' in MARY POPPINS Sequel by TV News Desk

Legendary song and dance man Dick Van Dyke stopped by NBC's TODAY to chat about his long-time career in film and shares his thoughts on the upcoming MARY POPPINS sequel.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Photo Coverage: HAMILTON Cast Helps Voters Prepare for Election Day! by Jessica Fallon Gordon

Election day is quickly approaching and the company of Hamilton is making sure that your voice is heard. Just yesterday, the show registeredvoters from all 50 states outside of the Richard R…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48AM

Betty Shamieh on Fit for a Queen by Victoria Myers

We visit the Egyptian Art wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with playwright Betty Shamieh to discuss her play "Fit for a Queen" about Hatshepsut, how stories about women are told, and h…

SOURCE: The Interval at 09:48AM

What’s New In October – Editor’s Pick by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo October is going to be a busy month in theatreland with new exciting productions opening all over the place. Here are just a few of the shows we are looking forward to this m…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:48AM

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, September 29, 2016 by Susan Grace

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Oslo’s International Ibsen Festival: Norway lauds its most famous son by Nick Awde

To the outside observer it may seem a weighty biennial, organised by an august institution, a national upholder of a 19th-century legacy.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:30AM

New York Burlesque Festival Opens Today! by Trav S.D.

Filed under: Burlesk, Contemporary Variety, PLUGS Tagged: 2016, New York Burlesque Festival

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:18AM

Photo Flash: Stephen Schwartz and London Cast at WICKED 10th Anniversary Party by Marianka Swain

Following the 10th anniversary West End gala performance of WICKED on 27 September, creator Stephen Schwartz joined current and past performers from the show on theApollo Victoria Theatre st…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM

VIDEO: Tituss Burgess, Alan Cumming & More Have a Voter Registration Message for You! by TV News Desk

Not sure whether to vote this year Let Stephen Colbert, John Cena, Anna Gunn, George Takei, Tituss Burgess, Trevor Noah, America Ferrera, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Alan Cumming, Simon Helberg, B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM

Book Review: Watching TV with Omnicultural Smarts — Clive James’ “Play All” by Arts Fuse Editor

Clive James is cosmopolitan and learned, but he's far from a snob.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:06AM

NEWS: Casting announced for La Soiree’s new Christmas run in Leicester Square by Emma Clarendon

La Soirée has confirmed a programme of new acts and old favourites for its festive run at Christmas in Leicester Square, running from 11 November to 8 January 2017.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:05AM

Celebrating 60 years of National Youth Theatre by Nick Smurthwaite

Since it was established 60 years ago, the National Youth Theatre has provided a launchpad for, among others, Daniel Day-Lewis, Helen Mirren,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Paul Roseby: ‘Drama in schools needs to be like sport – everybody should do it’ by Nick Smurthwaite

The National Youth Theatre is often described as the best drama school we never had, but it has always fulfilled a very

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

A Conversation with Ayodele Casel by Admin

  Ayodele Casel is one of those people you can point to and say, that is one of the most exceptional humans I know. Fierce and funny, disciplined and brave, Ayodele is quick-footed and …

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 09:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Tony Awards 2017 calendar: Opening dates for all 28 Broadway shows by David Buchanan

Although we are five months into the year-long Tony Awards season, only one contender has opened — the first rialto revival of the 1983 Best Musical winner “Cats.” Anothe…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 08:59AM

All the ways to say I love you - not to be missed performance by Judith Light in Neil LaBute monologue by Oscar E. Moore

The vivid, emotional and truly honest performance of Judith Light as the tormented and otherwise normal Mrs. Johnson is phenomenal.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 08:58AM

A Latte Conversation with “Paramour’s” Ruby Lewis by [email protected]

By Amy Sapp How do you take your coffee? Now that we are moving into fall and there’s a chill in the air, I’m going to ween myself off of the cold, iced coffee. In the winter, I prefer a…

SOURCE: www.theaterppl.com at 08:45AM

Ripper Street stars cast in pop-up West End theatre’s final show by David Hutchison

Ripper Street co-stars Adam Rothenberg and Lydia Wilson have been cast in a revival of Fool for Love at pop-up West End

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:44AM

Bowie Homage Comes To Waterloo East by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Adrian Berry’s From Ibiza To The Norfolk Broads comes to the Waterloo East Theatre in October 2016. This celebration and homage to one of the greatest musical figure…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:42AM

Lady Gaga to Write Entire New Album of Songs for A STAR IS BORN Reboot? by TV News Desk

Lady Gaga plans to write an entire new album of songs for the 'A Star is Born' soundtrack.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:39AM

Debra Messing & Eric McCormack Talk WILL & GRACE Revival: 'Never Say Never' by TV News Desk

Yesterday, Messing and McCormack spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about the possibility of a revival of the long-running NBC comedy.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:39AM

NEWS: Ian McDiarmid plays Enoch Powell in ‘Rivers of Blood’-inspired premiere by Press Releases

Olivier and Tony Award-winning actor Ian McDiarmid plays MP Enoch Powell in the world premiere of Chris Hannan's new play What Shadows, which is directed by Roxana Silbert and runs at Birmin…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:15AM

Villette review – cloned Brontë heroine looks back from the future by Lyn Gardner

West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds Charlotte Brontë’s intimate novel of doomed love is stripped of bonnets and reset as science fiction by Linda Marshall GriffithsCharlotte Brontë’s final…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:06AM

Floyd Collins review – subterranean homesick bluegrass in sentimental satire by Michael Billington

Wilton’s Music Hall, LondonThere are some striking performances in this musical about an explorer stuck underground, but too many of the lyrics are incomprehensibleA musical about a hero t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:06AM

The Season Ticket review – Toon-mad teens hit the back of the net by Alfred Hickling

Northern Stage, NewcastleA pair of belting performances power this energetic tale of two fans’ desperate attempts to get into Newcastle UnitedWhen Jonathan Tulloch’s novel about the effo…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:06AM

Review: Sober mood dominates new Drive-By Truckers album by Mark Kennedy

Drive-By Truckers, "American Band" (Caroline Records)...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:03AM

Trouble for TimeLine in its plans for Trumbull School by Chris Jones

After setting its sights on moving to a new home in the former Trumbull Elementary School in the Chicago neighborhood of Andersonville, and investing a great deal in the process, the TimeLin…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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The artistic director at the Washington Ballet, Julie Kent, reaches a new stage by Joe Heim

Julie Kent talks about going from dancing to directing — and a 23-minute ovation.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 07:46AM

BWW's On This Day - September 29, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on September 29 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36AM

Learn to Love Your Shelf with BOOKSTORY by BroadwayWorld

Bookstory is a delightful new show from composer, director and playwright Ben Glasstone The Mouse Queen, Fantastic Mr. Fox. This magical musical comedy about books and their place in our liv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36AM

Broadway AM Report, 9/29/2016 - FALSETTOS, THE ENCOUNTER, HOCUS POCUS & More! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news FALSETTOS begins previews, THE ENCOUNTER opens, TRIAL OF AN AMERICAN PRESIDENT skewers Bush, the PUFFS Potter parody starts, and a HOCUS POCUS musical parody begins tonight …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36AM

INTERVIEW: A day in the life of the Mamma Mia! UK tour by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

What it’s like being on tour? I’ve done a few tours and I really enjoy them. The different theatres and places you go to and different audiences reaction. I get paid to sing and dance do…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:35AM

VERSO - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Forget laws of logic—what happened to the laws of physics?

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:33AM

Review: All the Ways to Say I Love You at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Judith Light lights up the stage in this Neil LaBute solo at the Lortel Theater.

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 07:33AM

NEWS: Ripper Street’s Adam Rothenberg & Lydia Wilson star in Shepard’s Fool for Love, Last show at Found111 by Press Releases

Following the critically acclaimed smash hit productions of The Dazzle, Bug and Unfaithful, Emily Dobbs Productions presents Fool for Love, the final show at pop-up venue Found111. The produ…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:18AM

Mrs Brown’s Boys scam exposed at Birmingham theatre by David Hutchison

Police in Birmingham are investigating after theatregoers were conned into buying tickets for a non-existent performance of Mrs Brown’s Boys. The popular

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:07AM

Blogs: Sarah Crompton: Beckett's writing liberates women

Ahead of the opening of No's Knife at the Old Vic, Sarah Crompton speaks to actress Lisa Dwan on how Beckett's writing for women is rich with possibility

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:03AM

Theatre News: Sam Shepard play announced as final show at Found111

Fool For Love will star Ripper Street's Lydia Wilson and Adam Rothenberg

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:03AM

Theatre News: Cast announced for Lyric Hammersmith's Christmas panto

Ellen McDougall will direct this year's production of Aladdin

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:03AM

Nigel Higgins appointed chair of Sadler’s Wells by Georgia Snow

Sadler’s Wells has appointed Nigel Higgins as its new chair. He succeeds David Bell, who retires next year after 11 years. Higgins

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:02AM

Theatre Lives: Watch the exclusive video with Adrian Lester by The Stage

In the first of our exclusive Theatre Lives series, Adrian Lester talks with Digital Theatre’s Fiona Lindsay about his career and working in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

Almanac: Anne Morrow Lindbergh on gratitude by Terry Teachout

“One can never pay in gratitude; one can only pay ‘in kind’ somewhere else in life.” Anne Morrow Lindbergh, North to the Orient

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM

Theatre Lives: What you need to know about the first video with Adrian Lester by The Stage

In the first of our exclusive Theatre Lives series, Adrian Lester talks with Digital Theatre’s Fiona Lindsay about his career and working in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Nottingham Playhouse strikes deal to improve access to theatre jobs by Matthew Hemley

Nottingham Playhouse has pledged to provide more career opportunities for local people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through a tie-up with Nottingham Trent University, the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:45AM

Review: Judith Light is haunting in Neil LaBute play by Jennifer Farrar | ap

Beware of any mentions of reasons to be happy in Neil LaBute’s dark new play, “All The Ways To Say I Love You.” Most of them will be quickly snuffed out by subsequent revelations.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 06:42AM

IMOGEN – Shakespeare’s Globe by Laura Kressly

All praise Emma Rice! Under Dominic Dromgoole’s artistic directorship, The Globe’s commitment to innovation in Shakespeare production first established during Mark Rylance’s reign fell…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:39AM

Opening Night Photos: All the Ways to Say I Love You by Jk Clarke

          Wednesday night, September 28, saw the opening night celebration of Neil LaBute’s All the Ways to Say I Love You, starring the  iconic Judith Light,…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 06:22AM

Review: Review: Floyd Collins (Wilton's Music Hall)

Jonathan Butterell directs this musical based on a true story

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:01AM

Review: Review: Villette (West Yorkshire Playhouse)

West Yorkshire Playhouse adapt Charlotte Bronte's novel as part of their Bronte season

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:01AM

Theatre News: Rafe Spall joins Ruth Wilson in Hedda Gabler at National Theatre

Ivo van Hove's production opens in the Lyttelton in December

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:01AM

Review: Review: Wish List (Royal Exchange, Manchester)

Katherine Soper's play follows a warehouse worker whose housebound brother is declared fit for work

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:01AM

FLOYD COLLINS – Wilton’s Music Hall by Edward Seckerson

It’s one of those true stories you really couldn’t make up. In 1920s Kentucky, Floyd Collins, visionary cave explorer, happens across a spectacular sand cave – the sand cave of his dre…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:01AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, September 29, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Theatre Greats Join Drabinsky’s “Sousatzka,” Lin-Manuel Miranda to Host “SNL,” and “Submissions Only” Cast Reunites! “Today on Broadwa…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Rafe Spall Joins Cast Of National’s Hedda Gabler by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Rafe Spall joins Ruth Wilson in Ivo Van Hove’s new production of Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler at the National Theatre. Book Now. This post Rafe Spall Joins Cast Of Nat…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:44AM

Rafe Spall to join NT Hedda Gabler cast by Georgia Snow

Rafe Spall is to join the cast of Hedda Gabler at the National Theatre, which stars the previously announced Ruth Wilson. Spall

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:35AM

Jersey Boys to close in London after nine years by Matthew Hemley

Jersey Boys is to close in the West End after nine years. The musical, which tells the story of Frankie Valli and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:18AM

FROM DOWN UNDER: Aladdin the Musical by Simon Parris

As Aladdin extends in London... As dazzling a Disney stage spectacle as could possibly be imagined, the Sydney production of Aladdin is a generous slice of music theatre heaven with rainbow …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:09AM

Jest End Returns To Waterloo East by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Jest End returns to Waterloo East Theatre following a sell out aseason in 2015. Book Now! This post Jest End Returns To Waterloo East first appeared on British Theatre. H…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:08AM

What makes a West End hit? by Tom Wicker

This month, Wicked celebrates a decade on stage in London. In October, The Phantom of the Opera will have stumped up 30

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

The Editor’s View: Honesty is best policy on ticket prices by Alistair Smith

West End ticket prices are a thorny subject. Part of the reason for this is that there’s not a lot of clear data

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Mark Gatiss: ‘There’s nothing quite like the sheer bloody terror of theatre’ by Mark Shenton

By a strange sort of coincidence, October sees Mark Gatiss, Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton all appearing on the London stage. No sooner

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Rafe Spall joins Ruth Wilson in National’s Hedda Gabler by Press Releases

Further casting has been announced today for the National Theatre's upcoming production of Hedda Gabler, with Rafe Spall returning to the stage to join leading lady Ruth Wilson in the modern…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:54AM

Theatre News: Winners announced for UK's most welcoming theatre

The Orange Tree Theatre and the Mill at Sonning are among the winners

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:51AM

NEWS: Aladdin extends West End booking until April 2017 by Emma Clarendon

The West End production of Aladdin the musical is now booking at the Prince Edward Theatre until 1 April 2017, it has been confirmed.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:51AM

Poppy Seed Theatre Festival: Nurturing and championing tomorrow’s tall poppies by Arts Review

Riding the successful wave of last year’s festivities, the second Poppy Seed Theatre Festival continues to provide a unique proposition to theatre makers by embracing the development of so…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:29AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Props to the scenic specialists by Promoted Content

The following is a sample of the enormous range of services available to the UK entertainment and events industry: Stagefreight Ltd is

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The Stage Ticketing Survey: Top West End tickets increase by £20 in four years by David Hutchison

Top-price seats in the West End now cost theatregoers £93.77 on average, up 30% since 2012, The Stage’s annual ticketing survey reveals.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

Leading theatre consultants Charcoalblue set to expand by Promoted Content

Charcoalblue has announced a record summer for the company and that it plans to expand its team across its Bristol, New York

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Walls go up around racially charged artwork at St. Louis' Contemporary Art Museum by Debra D. Bass St. Louis Post-Dispatch

The barriers and new signage to explain them are a concession to vocal critics who called for a boycott of the museum

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 02:38AM

BWW Review: Sleight-Of-Hand Trickster Helder Guimaraes is Aces in VERSO by Michael Dale

It takes a certain amount of moxie for a solo performer to begin his Off-Broadway show by looking into the audience and stating 'I am weird.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:38AM

Richard Jordan: Without intimate new work and old classics, what is the West End’s future? by Richard Jordan

In the past month I have seen two major new West End musicals. One was Tim Minchin’s Broadway-bound juggernaut Groundhog Day at the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Maggie Brown: In the end, the public will decide whether a TV show is a hit or miss by Maggie Brown

By an odd coincidence, news that Channel 4 had pinched the Great British Bake Off was delivered to me in a series

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Phil Willmott: 10 things I look for in an actor by Phil Willmott

For the past few weeks I’ve been performing in Crime and Punishment at the Scoop in the evenings and rehearsing a revival

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Mark Shenton: Here’s why the bewitching Wicked continues to fly by Mark Shenton

This week, the West End production of Wicked formally celebrated its 10th anniversary at the Apollo Victoria Theatre. It is currently also

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Always Sunny Is Planning a Full Musical Episode; Let's Speculate About All the Ways the Gang Can Pull This Off by Julia Edelman

FXX's It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is already booked for three more seasons, and Charlie Day recently offered Red Carpet Roxy a couple of teasers from the upcoming 2017 season. D…

SOURCE: Vulture at 01:38AM

Theater News: Simon McBurney's The Encounter Officially Meets Broadway

The new drama follows a National Geographic reporter lost in the Amazon.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Thursday, September 29, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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BANNED TOGETHER: A CENSORSHIP CABARET Set for Banned Books Week in NYC by BroadwayWorld

The Dramatists Legal Defense Fund 'DLDF' will present 'Banned Together A Censorship Cabaret' as a part of Banned Books Week September 25-October 1st, the annual celebration of the freedom to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

New Aaron Lazar Comedy OVER AND OUT Hosts Pilot Party in NYC Tonight by BroadwayWorld

The creative and production team of the next binge-worthy comedy series is throwing a pilot party in support of Drew Larimore's hysterical new television series Over amp Out, starring Ilana …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

Photo Flash: TONY N' TINA'S WEDDING Opens in the Windy City Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Presented by the original New York producers, in conjunction with Chicago Theater Works, one of Chicago's longest running, smash hit shows, Tony n' Tina's Wedding, returns to the Windy City …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

ANNIE's Martin Charnin Helms WALLENBERG Musical Developmental Lab Today by BroadwayWorld

The new musical WALLENBERG will receive a developmental lab this fall in New York City, directed by Tony-winning ANNIE lyricist Martin Charnin.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

GYPSY's 1990 Tony Award for Best Revival Auctioned Today in L.A. by BroadwayWorld

The 1990 Tony Award for Best Revival awarded to producer Barry Brown for Gypsy will be auctioned by Nate D. Sanders Auctions today, September 29, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

New Play LUNCH AT AUDREY's Gets NYC Industry Reading Today by BroadwayWorld

An industry reading of the new play Lunch at Audrey's, will take place today,September 29th,at 3pm at the Linney Theatre at Signature Theatre Company 480 W. 42nd Street.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

Jose Rivera Makes Special Appearance at INTAR's THE MAIDS Tonight by BroadwayWorld

INTAR's2016-'17 Season kicks off with the world premiere of THE MAIDS by Jose Rivera, adapted from the play by Jean Genet. Daniel Irizarry directs a cast that features Laura Butler Rivera, D…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47AM

SPINE: Theresa Rebeck’s ‘What We’re Up Against’ at Keegan Theatre by Robert Michael Oliver

Theresa Rebeck’s sharp-knuckled comedy, What We’re Up Against, received its regional premiere at Keegan Theatre this week, and the laughs abound. An architectural firm hires a yo…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:35AM

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui – review by Lyn Gardner

Duchess, LondonHitler's rise to power is parodied in Brecht's allegorical satire with the Führer as scary as a tea cosy. But the finale is soberingThe American gangster movie meets Richard …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:22AM

Making a Home! Andrew Rannells, Stephanie J. Block & Christian Borle Begin Performances in Falsettos by Lindsey Sullivan

Let the march begin! Andrew Rannells, Stephanie J. Block and Christian Borle start performances in the highly anticipated revival of Falsettos on September 29 at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Ope…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:21AM

Welcome to the Jungle: Simon McBurney’s the Encounter Opens on Broadway by Ryan McPhee

Simon McBurney’s one-man show The Encounter opens officially on September 29 at the Golden Theatre. The play has audiences wear headphones to create a multi-sensory, sweeping experienc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:21AM

A Case of You: The Music of Joni Mitchell by Arts Review

Direct from their appearance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part of the #madeinadelaide campaign, A Case of You: The Music of Joni Mitchell plays at The Butterfly Club until Sunday 2 Oc…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:15AM

Stage Checklist: 'King Lear' At UConn; BLACK GIRL At Wesleyan by Christopher Arnott

Scottish actors know all about heath and hard-blowing winds. It's Graeme Malcolm who endures the elements and compares his children to serpents' teeth in Connecticut Repertory Theatre's prod…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

The Trial of an American President Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

Each night, George W. Bush is put on trial in front of eight audience members as the jury.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Simon McBurney Opens His Mystical Encounter on Broadway Tonight by Robert Viagas

The Edinburgh hit plays the Golden Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Daddy Issues Makes Its Off-Broadway Debut Tonight by Olivia Clement

Marshall Goldberg’s new comedy begins previews at Theatre at St. Clement’s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Hit Harry Potter Parody Puffs Returns Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The comedy follows the lives of the wizard classmates who, unlike Harry and his friends, weren't in the limelight.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Cirque du Soleil’s Kurios Explores a Fantasy World at Randall’s Island by Robert Viagas

NY fans of the Canada-based troupe now have two shows to choose from.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

David Harrower’s Public Enemy Makes Its U.S. Debut Tonight by Olivia Clement

The Blackbird playwright takes on Henrik Ibsen’s tale of truth and politics Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Marvin’s Back with Whizzer, as Falsettos Revival Begins by Andrew Gans

The Broadway company is led by Christian Borle, Stephanie J. Block and Andrew Rannells.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Listen! Theatre’s Best Break-up Ballads by Ruthie Fierberg

This Playbill Mixtape brings you the theatre songs you need to cry it out and build yourself up to turn over a new leaf!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Motley monsters: Behind-the-scenes with Pittsburgh's haunt actors by Courtney Linder / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

They’re all dressed in black, filing into the sweltering warehouse. There’s no air-conditioning, so when their faces are blotted with white paint and blood, it drips down like Heath Ledg…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Halloween Hot List 2016: Where to go this fall for the spooks by Compiled By Courtney Linder / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The Steel City becomes scream city this fall. New to the mix are ghost tours at Carrie Furnace in Swissvale, one night only this Sunday. Here’s a peek at the local haunts sending shivers d…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Adele inspires Texture Contemporary Ballet's new show 'Impulse' by Jane Vranish / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

British pop singer Adele has inspired Los Angeles-based artist Will B. Bell to choreograph “All I Ask,” which has garnered well over a million views on YouTube.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Stage preview: Actor and director team up again for Public's 'The Fantasticks' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Actor Daniel Krell and director Ted Pappas have built a working relationship on reliability and surprise.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Free admissions for RADical Days by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The 15th annual RADical Days continues this weekend, offering free admissions and activities sponsored by the Allegheny Regional Asset District as a thank-you to the public for the sales tax…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Stage preview: Robert Turano directs local premiere at The Rep by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Robert Turano’s long association with The Rep and Pittsburgh Playhouse continues with the local premiere of “I’m Gonna Pray for You So Hard,” Halley Feiffer’s drama about navigatin…

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