Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Space Jam Is Returning to Theaters for Its 20th Anniversary, Because, Wow, Michael Jordan Just Cannot Get the Hang of This Retirement Thing by Karen Brill

Tunes, man. We get older, they stay the same age. A full 20 years after Bugs Bunny and company yanked Michael Jordan deep inside Earth's core, Space Jam is making a comeback (don't call it t…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:57PM

'Hamilton' opens in Chicago with Miranda, Seller and a standing ovation by Morgan Greene

"You could have been anywhere in the world tonight, but we are so appreciative that you are here with us in the great city of Chicago," said "Hamilton" producer Jeffrey Seller at The Private…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:12PM

BWW Recap: Liza Pursues the 'Stoopid Girls', & More, on YOUNGER by Matt Smith

Hello, YOUNG'ns Tryin' out a new fan name you dig Welcome to another week of YOUNGER shenanigans with Liza and the gang After their special bonding moment last week, Charles and Liza get a l…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04PM

Love Love Love review – Richard Armitage captivates in baby boomer indictment by Alexis Soloski

Roundabout Theatre Company, New YorkTwo narcissistic 60s children go to war with their disgruntled offspring in Mike Bartlett’s hilarious and scathing state-of-the-nation family play“All…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:04PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: In ‘Love, Love, Love,’ All You Need Is Selfishness. by Ben Brantley

A pair of soul mates obliviously advance from the ages of 19 to 64 in Mike Bartlett’s play, set in London.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:32PM

'Bolshoi Ballet: The Bright Stream' at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai, presents 'Bolshoi Ballet: The Bright Stream' which will run from October 26 to 28, 2016.Composer Alexei Ratmansky recreates the…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:02PM

Why Is This So Tiring If The Students Are Doing All The Work? by Joe Patti

Yesterday I wrote about the exciting things happening at the student-run ventures at Millikin University. Something I should mention, all these ventures are being run at the undergraduate le…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 10:00PM

Off Broadway Review: ‘Love, Love, Love’ With Amy Ryan, Zoe Kazan by Gordon Cox

Mike Bartlett’s play “Love, Love, Love,” now playing at the Roundabout Theater Company, takes an amused (and slightly horrified) look at the boomer generation as it arrogan…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Splendid Niall Jones by Maura Donohue

You had to be there, but if you weren't... make it a point next time to get yourself seated at his feet and revere in his splendor. areyouready?

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 09:48PM

Review: Love, Love, Love

In Mike Bartlett's new play all you need is love, when you already have everything else.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM

'Love, Love, Love': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Amy Ryan and Richard Armitage stars in 'Love, Love, Love,' by the Tony Award-nominated playwright of 'King Charles III,' chronicling the lives of a couple and their two children over several…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: Ramin Karimloo is Rainbow High with New EVITA Cover by Stage Tube

Check out former Che, Ramin Karimloo, share an acourstic take on the Evita classic, 'High Flying Adored.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:45PM

Half a century of the Roundhouse by Marcus Davey

We've got a lot to celebrate in 2016: fifty years since the Roundhouse became an arts centre and 10 years of transforming young lives through creativity. In celebration of this momentous yea…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 08:45PM

Review: The kids are not alright in play ‘Love, Love, Love’ by Jennifer Farrar | ap

The social, economic and emotional legacy of post-World War II baby boomers certainly hasn’t lived up to the 1960s optimism of a youth movement that thought it would “change the world.”

SOURCE: Washington Post at 08:45PM

The New York Pops Celebrate Lerner and Loewe by Matthew Wexler

by Ryan Leeds To paraphrase the famous song from My Fair Lady: “I Could Have Danced Most of the Night.” I’m referring to The New York Pops’ recent concert at Carnegie Hall that celeb…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:12PM

Your first fave Benita Collings leads the Senior Moments return season by Cassie Tongue

Your first love, Benita from Play School (just me?!) is starring with the Channel 9 Midday mastro Geoff Harvey (trust me on this one, kids, he was a thing) in the return season of Senior …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:02PM

Mike Bartlett’s ‘Love, Love, Love’ Sizzles With Amy Ryan, Zoe Kazan – Review by Jeremy Gerard

Before the prodigiously gifted British writer Mike Bartlett wrote last year’s Broadway knockout King Charles III and the BBC’s Doctor Foster, he was what might be called a New An…

SOURCE: Deadline at 08:00PM

Jessica Lang’s American Ballet Theatre World Premiere "Her Notes" by The Dance Enthusiast

In Jessica Lang’s American Ballet Theatre World Premiere Her Notes Lang says, "Sure I rest, but creativity is not a 9-5 job. It is happening always. And my creativity keeps me living a v…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM

Theater Review: The Big Chill That Is Love, Love, Love

The Beatles debuted “All You Need Is Love” on June 25, 1967, at the end of a television spectacular called Our World that was watched by hundreds of millions. We hear a bit of the song a…

SOURCE: Vulture at 08:00PM

Ballet Legend Edward Villella & Acclaimed Ice Dancing Choreographer Douglas Webster Choreograph on Ice Dance International by The Dance Enthusiast

 Edward Villella & Acclaimed Ice Dancing Choreographer Douglas Webster Choreograph on Ice Dance International.

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Mughal-e-Azam Stage Recital in NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, presents 'Mughal-e-Azam' from October 22 to 31, 2016 in Mumbai. Directed by Feroz Abbas Khan, this cult classic classic now r…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:52PM

'Anantashakti: Leishem Kanglon' at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, presents 'Anantashakti: Leishem Kanglon' by Priti Patel and Anjika. It will be performed on October 21, 2016 in Mumbai.Ananta…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:52PM

Past Forward: Bharatanatyam by Leela Samson & Spanda at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, presents 'Past Forward' a Bharatanatyam performance by Leela Samson and Spanda. It will be performed on October 23, 2016 in M…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:50PM

'Maarga Naatya' by Kalamandalam Piyal & Troupe at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, presents 'Maarga Naatya' by Kalamandalam Piyal & Troupe. It will be performed on October 23, 2016 in Mumbai.The Sanskrit …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:48PM

BWW Review: Sarah Jones' SELL/BUY/DATE Takes A Futuristic Look At Sex Work by Michael Dale

Though solo performer Sarah Jones is rightfully celebrated for her exacting skills that quickly morph herself into a seemingly limitless collection of female and male characters of diverse a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:45PM

Getting to Know You! Laura Michelle Kelly, Jose Llana & More Preview the National Tour of The King and I by Broadway.com

They are precisely our cup of tea! The national tour of The King and I is hitting the road this fall. Go inside the show's rehearsal room to meet the cast.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:39PM

'Tejasa – Women of Ramayana' at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai,  presents 'Tejasa – Women of Ramayana', a classical dance performance by Uma Dogra, Ranjana Gauhar (Odissi), Gopi…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:33PM

NCPA Flashback: 'Bhavni Bhavai' Screening at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, presents NCPA Flashback: Bhavni Bhavai. The film will be screened on October 20, 2016 in Mumbai.With screenplay and dire…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:31PM

NCPA Umang: Bhargav Rao and Ankita Joshi at NCPA, Mumbai by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai, presents NCPA Umang: Bhargav Rao and Ankita Joshi. The performance will take place on October 21, 2016.The young talented Bhargav Rao ha…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:26PM

NCPA Umang: Dvaya Bharatanatyam by Sayali Nadkarni & Deepika Potdar by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai, presents NCPA Umang: Dvaya Bharatanatyam by Sayali Nadkarni and Deepika Potdar. The show will take place on October 19, 2016 in Mumbai.B…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:24PM

Review: New York Cabaret Convention Slips In Modern Flourishes by Stephen Holden

It represents the conservative uptown wing of a field whose downtown avant-garde is merging music with performance art, political satire and gender and genre bending.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:08PM

Is Colin Firth in Talks to Join the Cast of MARY POPPINS RETURNS? by Movies News Desk

Varietyhas reportedthat Academy Award-winner Colin Firthis currentlyin talks to join Disney's upcomingMary Poppinssequel,Mary Poppins Returns.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:08PM

What Michael Moore Understands About Hillary Clinton by Richard Brody

“Michael Moore in TrumpLand” isn’t quite the film that I expected it to be, and that’s all to the good. Moore is, of course, a genius of political satire, deploying his persona—as …

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 07:00PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: October 20 by The Stage

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

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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How Disney Companies Like Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm Maintain Their Creative Cultures by James Rainey

With about 20 months left before he retires as CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger is still playing it close to the vest as to who might be chosen as his successor. But at a conference …

SOURCE: Variety at 06:39PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Adrienne Walker of The Lion King by Broadway.com

The Lion King star Adrienne Walker stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:31PM

The Color Purple’s Jennifer Holliday on Enjoying Life’s ’Third Act,’ Playing a Sex Siren & Sharing the Legacy of Dreamgirls by Broadway.com

Tony winner Jennifer Holliday opens up about her big voice, the courage to audition for The Color Purple and creating one of the most iconic parts in musical theater: Effie White in Dreamgir…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:31PM

Colin Firth in Talks to Join Emily Blunt for Mary Poppins Sequel by Adam Hetrick

The Bridget Jones star will join a cast including Emily Blunt, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Meryl Streep, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:17PM

Three Words Lead to a Battle Over ‘Great Comet’ on Broadway by Michael Paulson

The nonprofit theater Ars Nova and the commercial producers of “Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812” are battling over the billing of the show.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:08PM

Stage review: Splashy 'Finding Neverland' flashes between hope and heartbreak by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

As soon as the lights go down, we know we have found Neverland. A shimmering, dancing beacon — the universal representation of Tinker Bell — shines through the ornate curtain on the Bene…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 06:02PM

Five Burning Questions with Rocky Horror Picture Show Star Reeve Carney

Rock Horror Picture Show star Reeve Carney talks getting into character, Richard O'Brien, and how Penny Dreadful led to Rocky Horror.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 06:01PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Baltimore's Andy Karl to star in 'Groundhog Day' on Broadway, following London success by Tim Smith

The Baltimore-born actor Andy Karl, who starred on Broadway two years ago in the title role of the musical version of "Rocky," will be back on the Great White Way this spring to head the cas…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 05:59PM

Alice Ripley and James Snyder Tapped for Living for Today Concert by Olivia Clement

The 9thannual event at Joe’s Pub will raise money for a worthy cause.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:55PM

U.K.'s Evening Standard Theatre Awards Announce Longlist of Potential Nominees by Mark Shenton

Shortlist to follow October 24; winners to be announced November 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:47PM

Industry Ticket Offers by Bt

Bran Castle - Porchlight Music Theatre at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave is offering a free industry reading on Monday, October 31 at 7:30 p.m. RSVP by Friday, October 28th at 12pm to info@p…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 05:46PM

Onstage and Backstage: Who Are the New High School Kids Seth is Obsessed With? by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth performs with Megan Hilty, shares the new high school Dreamgirls video he is obsessed with, and shares backstage stories about Starlight Express.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:34PM

Logan Paul and Peyton List Discuss Breaking Out of Vine and the Disney Channel With Their New Dystopian Thriller The Thinning by Christine Nguyen

You might know Logan Paul and Peyton List from Vine and the Disney Channel, respectively. But there's a good chance you won't recognize them in their latest project, a dystopian thriller cal…

SOURCE: Vulture at 05:32PM

Actor Spotlight: Telly Leung of ‘In Transit’ and ‘Glee’ by Amy Sapp

Ask actor Telly Leung about starring in a Broadway show. The jolt of energy for him as a performer comes not from a leading man status but rather from the sense of community he garners from …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:28PM

See the Opening Night of Sarah Jones’ Sell/Buy/Date by Monica Simoes

The world premiere of Sell/Buy/Date, the new play written and performed by Tony winner Sarah Jones, officially opened Off-Broadway October 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:26PM

Odds & Ends: Lin-Manuel Miranda & The Rock's Anti-Phone PSA, Thomas Kail Boards Fox Comedy & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Don’t Text During Moana. Love, Lin & The Rock Lin-Manuel Miranda and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson are w…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:21PM

Come to KAT’s ‘Cabaret’: Part 4: Meet Jonathan M. Rizzardi by Joel Markowitz

In Part 4 of a series of interviews with the cast of Kensington Arts Theatre’s (KAT) Cabaret, meet Jonathan M. Rizzardi. Joel: Where have local theatergoers seen you perform before on o…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:13PM

Colin Firth Joins Emily Blunt in ‘Mary Poppins’ Sequel (EXCLUSIVE) by Justin Kroll

Colin Firth is in negotiations to join Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda in Disney’s “Mary Poppins Returns.” Firth will play William Weatherall Wilkins, president of Fidel…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:10PM

Video Flash: Betsy Morgan and Nicholas Rodriguez Star in Arena Stage's Carousel

The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical will be helmed by Arena artistic director Molly Smith.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Scherzo for Piano and Stick, Coronet Print Room by Holly O'Mahony

In a play featuring powerful poetry, captivating physical sequences and some first-rate piano playing, it’s a shame the standalone talents don’t gel together more in Riotous Company’s …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:55PM

Photo Flash: Kristin Chenoweth, Harvey Fierstein & More in All-New HAIRSPRAY LIVE! Pics by TV News Desk

Yahoo TV has shared exclusive first look photos featuring the star-studded cast of HAIRSPRAY LIVE, airing Wednesday, Dec. 7 on NBC.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

STAGE TUBE: Darkly Delicious New Promo for HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at White Plains Performing Arts Center by Stage Tube

White Plains Performing Arts Center presents the New York Regional Premiere of Heathers the Musical, playing for two weekends only at the White Plains Performing Arts Center, continuing Octo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

Photo Flash: First Look a ROZ AND RAY, Premiering Tonight at Seattle Rep by BroadwayWorld

Seattle Repertory Theatre presents theworldpremiere of Roz and Ray, a play by local playwright, Seattle Rep Writers Group alumna, and University of Washington Senior Artist in Residence Kare…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

They Write Plays for a Living. But How’s Their Handwriting? by Erik Piepenburg

We gave handwriting samples from five playwrights to a graphologist. Here’s what she saw, and how the writers reacted.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:49PM

Brandon Uranowitz on ‘Falsettos’: Why Every Actor Should See a Shrink by Patrick Pacheco

Brandon Uranowitz quickly cops to the fact that Mendel, the psychiatrist he plays in the new Broadway revival of “Falsettos,” is wildly inappropriate. His conduct is little short of inde…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:44PM

New York’s 10 Most Fascinating Solo Shows Happening Right Now

10 solo shows you should see in NYC.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 04:43PM

See Mark Ballas Step Into Jersey Boys, Plus Exclusive Backstage Shots by Hannah Vine

The Dancing with the Stars champion will stay with the production through its closing performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:42PM

Leslie Kritzer Is Riff-Tina in New Video, “Taco Truck Invasion” by Andrew Gans

The Something Rotten! actor stars in the video in support of Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:37PM

Photos: First Broadway Prince Party Hosted By Derek Klena and Adam Jacobs by Hannah Vine

Broadway’s leading men stood in the spotlight at Feinstein’s/54 Below October 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:35PM

The Philly cop who doubled as theater 'critic'

Philadelphia theatergoers loved "Take a Chance." En route to Broadway in November 1932, the frothy musical starring Ethel Merman and Jack Haley had opened at the Garrick Theater on Chestnut …

SOURCE: Philly.com at 04:33PM

David Roberts Named Director of SDC Foundation by American Theatre Editors

He is set to assume his post in early November.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:33PM

The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart – review by Mark Fisher

Tron, GlasgowA small academic industry is building around the work of David Greig. Books are appearing with titles such as The Sense of Place and Identity in David Greig's Plays and the…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:32PM

The Poems Of The Multi-Dimensional Srinivas Mandavilli Of West Hartford

Visiting Nazira, Assam My father summons the barber each month — one of those things that disrupt my world. I do not know the barber's name. He comes and goes without a word. I am smothere…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 04:31PM

Petition Asks Disney Not to Whitewash Live-Action Aladdin by Olivia Clement

Over 2,400 people have signed the petition demanding an authentic cast for the reported remake.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:29PM

How Rachel Bloom Made a Musical Comedy the Best TV Show of 2016 by Ruthie Fierberg

…and what to expect in Season 2 of her Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM

Danish Dance Theatre’s ‘Black Diamond’ tries to dazzle but ends up murky by Rebecca Ritzel

Lots of gimmicks leave the modern dance piece at Kennedy Center without a clear shape.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 04:24PM

“Evita” Teen Star Isa Briones On The Energy Of Acting by Cary Ginell

BY CARY GINELL If you have the opportunity to see Cabrillo Music Theatre’s splendid production of Evita this weekend, you will no doubt be drawn to the electrifying performances by it…

SOURCE: vconstage.com at 04:20PM

Cynthia Erivo Meets Her Idol, A Posse of Disney Princes Strikes a Pose & Other Hot Shots That Make Dreams Come True by Lindsey Sullivan

The best way to beat the hump day blues: how about a slew of Broadway dreams coming true in one photo gallery? In our latest hot shot roundup, Cynthia Erivo meets her fitness muse, Josh Grob…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:18PM

He's the Big Man in Town! See Mark Ballas Take His First Broadway Bow in Jersey Boys by Lindsey Sullivan

Those dancing shoes have led him to the Great White Way! Dancing with the Stars fave and Broadway newcomer Mark Ballas performed as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys for the first time on October…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:18PM

Don’t Throw Away Your Shot! Play Hamilton’s America Bingo When the Documentary Airs by Lindsey Sullivan

The documentary we’ve all been waiting for is finally airing this week! Hamilton’s America will take fans into the room(s) where the making of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s revoluti…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:18PM

Renée Fleming and Emerson String Quartet bring some obscure music to light at Disney Hall by Richard S. Ginell

Far from contemplating retirement, Renée Fleming is busy pursuing esoteric ideas away from the opera stage. Audiences can only hope there will be more to come like the unusual program that …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 04:15PM

Dario Fo, Another Nobel Laureate Best Heard Aloud by American Theatre Editors

Like Bob Dylan's songs, Fo's plays gave voice to his times and continue to live most fully in the moment of performance.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:14PM

Cabaret News: Kelli O'Hara to Perform With Jason Robert Brown in Upcoming SubCulture Concerts

The composer will also welcome Broadway stars Eden Espinosa and Norm Lewis.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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BWW TV: Betsy Morgan and Nicholas Rodriguez Sing 'If I Loved You' and More in Rehearsal for CAROUSEL at Arena Stage by BroadwayWorld TV

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. F…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:54PM

Review: Boys of Paradise, EGG by Connie Stride

WorkSHOPERA has a unique brand of theatre that has the potential to both deconstruct and revitalise the world of opera and theatre. However, despite the vibrancy of this new and exciting for…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:51PM

Review: Method in Madness, Greenwich Theatre by James Bell

Method in Madness, on for a short run at the Greenwich Theatre, is part period piece, part physical theatre and part Shakespearean drama that is a joy to watch. The story follows an unnamed …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:51PM

Review: Lost in the Stars, Union Chapel Islington by Fergus Morgan

Highbury Opera Theatre’s production of Lost In The Stars – Kurt Weill’s last musical-cum-opera – in Islington’s Union Chapel is actually the work’s London premiere, only 67 years…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:51PM

Kors & Le Pere Donate to Musical Theatre Fund by Roundabout

Yesterday, we were pleased to announce that Michael Kors and Lance Le Pere are donating $1.5 million dollars toward our 50th Anniversary Campaign, and more specifically, our Musical Theatre …

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 03:47PM

Asbury Short Film Festival Comes to NYC November 4 by Sandi Durell

  For the past 35 years Asbury Shorts has featured the best in non-competitive short film comedy, drama and animation, screening classic shorts from past and present winners, giving the…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 03:37PM

Touts using bots to buy tickets could face jail by Rob Davies

Evidence that consumer rights laws are being routinely flouted has led Nigel Adams MP to table an amendment to digital economy billTouts who use computer software to buy concert tickets for …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:36PM

SPAMILTON Company Set for This Week's THEATER TALK by BroadwayWorld

Forbidden Broadway creator Gerard Alessandrini visits THEATER TALK to discuss his newest and perhaps most au courant theater parody Spamilton, the critically acclaimed 'skewering' - for whic…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:31PM

BWW TV: A Magical Invite for Bette Midler's 'Witches & Wizards' Hulaween Bash by BroadwayWorld TV

HELLO, DOLLY leading lady Bette Midler's annual star-studded Hulaween Bash benefitting The New York Restoration Project is right around the corner. The event will take place on Friday, Octob…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:31PM

STAGE TUBE: Blu-ray Clips from GYPSY, CANDIDE and SWEENEY TODD, Out Next Month via Shout Broadway by Stage Tube

Continuing its commitment to producing, uncovering, preserving and revitalizing the very best of pop culture, Shout Factory recentlyannounced the launch of itsnew home entertainment series, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:31PM

BWW TV Exclusive: MOTOWN Cast is Solid Gold at Broadway Sessions! by Ben Cameron

Cast members from the ill-fated return of Motown on Broadway reunited at Broadway Sessions recently and proved that the closing was way too soon. Cast members Allison Semmes, Elijah Ahmed Le…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:31PM

Washington Improv spoofs presidential campaign by Celia Wren

Improvised POTUS show involves dance-off and contests

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:24PM

Loretto High School graduate returns home for ‘The Sound of Music’

While it will thrill many to see Paige Silvester on the Community Center Theatre stage as Liesl in the national touring production of “The Sound of Music,” none will be … Click to …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 03:21PM

Glamorous! An American in Paris' Garen Scribner, Nick Spangler & Etai Benson Sing 'S Wonderful' in Rehearsal by Broadway.com

You'll be feeling so amorous! An American in Paris tour stars Garen Scribner, Nick Spangler and Etai Benson croon "'S Wonderful" in a special rehearsal video.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:20PM

Review: ‘Mother Courage and Her Children’ at Quintessence Theatre by Tim Dunleavy

Janis Dardaris is a force to be reckoned with. As Mother Courage, standing firm with her hands on her hips and wearing a white, shapeless frock covered by a blue sweater, she is a tower of s…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:04PM

BWW Contest: Enter To See Show Biz After Hours With Frank DiLella at Birdland by Bww Contests

BroadwayWorld is giving you and a friend a chance to see Show Biz After Hours With Frank DiLella at Birdland Jazz Club Monday night October 24th, 2016 7PM. The winners will be comped a tabl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Richard Kind, Alex Brightman and More Slated for ASSISTED LOVING Reading at 92Y by BroadwayWorld

ASSISTED LOVING A SPECIAL READING BASED ON THE MEMOIR BY BOB MORRIS is among the theater events coming up this November and December at 92Y. Featuring Richard Kind, Alex Brightman, Alix Kore…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

VIDEO: Tony-Award Winner?James Monroe Iglehart Featured in NYFA Movie Musical by Movies News Desk

Tony-Award winner, James Monroe Iglehart is featured in New York Film Academy movie musical and BWW has a first look below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: Adam Jacobs, Derek Klena and More Hold Court at THE BROADWAY PRINCE PARTY at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

After six sold-out 'Broadway Princess Parties,' the time has come for Broadway's favorite leading men to stand in the spotlight in The Broadway Prince Party at Feinstein's54 Below. Hosted by…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

BWW To Stream On Facebook LIVE With Jennifer Damiano and Fernando Dente from Buenos Aires by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

Join us for this exclusive BroadwayWorld.com Facebook event live from Buenos Aires with Broadway star Jennifer Damiano and Argentina star Fernando Dente, on Thursday, October 20th 4pm ET

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Lincoln Center and TDF Extend TKTS Pop-Up Residency by BroadwayWorld

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and Theatre Development Fund TDF announce a three-month extension of the pop-up TKTS residency at the David Rubenstein Atrium's Zucker Box Office locat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: Aladdin and Anastasia Stars Adam Jacobs and Derek Klena Host Broadway Prince Party

The evening is a sequel to the popular Broadway Princess Party.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: Lorenzo Lamas Gets Ready to Join The Fantasticks

Lamas will take on the role of El Gallo in the classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Anthony Ramos to leave 'Hamilton' Nov. 20

The musical's John Laurens and Philip Hamilton is joining Spike Lee's Netflix show.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 02:56PM

Unkindest Cut of All for Trump: Broadway All In for Hillary Rodham Clinton by Patrick Pacheco

A star-studded roster of Broadway performers has given a hand to Hillary Clinton’s campaign while giving the finger to Donald Trump. Headlined by Billy Crystal,  the fundraiser “Str…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:55PM

Rockefeller Foundation Welcomes 1,300 Students to Hamilton by Monica Simoes

Hamilton invited 12 New York City high schools to see an exclusive student matinee October 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Opportunity: HighTide is looking for new theatre writers for First Commissions 2017 by Rebekah Ellerby

HighTide is looking for new theatre writers to help them start out in the profession HighTide festival, which is based in Suffolk, is looking for five emerging writers for First Commissions …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:34PM

Be In the Room Where It Happens With New Hamilton Chicago Production Shots by Hannah Vine

The Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical takes its shot at The PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM

Making Augusta and Noble: Laying the Groundwork for a Residency by HowlRound

By Carlos Murillo. Playwright Carlos Murillo writes about how he and Adventure Stage Artistic Director Tom Arvetis created an original play for and about the young people of Chicago’s West…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:24PM

Billy Porter to Direct Short Plays by Wesley Taylor; Cast Adds Matthew Morrison by Michael Gioia

Proud of Us and Other Short Plays by Wesley Taylor will have a benefit performance at New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:20PM

Fuse Book Interview: William F. Buckley on TV’s “Firing Line” — “Open to Debate” by Blake Maddux

"Conservatism was his perspective, but William F. Buckley was really interested in having the other side on and having real discussions."

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:16PM

R&H Partners with Chicken Soup For The Soul!

Chicken Soup for the Soul is coming to the stage! Chicken Soup for the Soul announces live theater development partnership with Stellation Entertainment and Rodgers & Hammerstein to adapt a …

SOURCE: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization at 02:15PM

Darren Criss to Play Solo Show at Feinstein’s at the Nikko by Olivia Clement

The Hedwig and the Angry Inch star will play the San Francisco cabaret club for one night only.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:15PM

Danny Burstein, Celia Keenan-Bolger, James Monroe Iglehart “Audition” for Trump on Broadway! by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch as Broadway talent parodies what it would be like to try out for Trump on Broadway! in this video from Broadway for Hillary.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:12PM

Calling all Broadway Fans: 100 Days Until BroadwayCon 2017 by Amy Sapp

The time has arrived to begin preparations for BroadwayCon 2017! Today marks 100 days until you can make your grand entrance to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in your best Angelica S…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:12PM

Theatre-ing While Disabled: Writer Edition by HowlRound

By Kate Langsdorf. Kate Langsdorf on why she believes being a writer is the best theatre job for a person with a physical disability.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:12PM

Cabaret Convention Opening Night by Sandi Durell

The Mabel Mercer Foundation opened the 27th Cabaret Convention at Rose Hall for four nights to showcase over 100 performers and musicians of many genres     by Linda Amiel Burns &#…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 02:09PM

'Gentleman's Guide' Comes Home For Brief Bushnell Run by Christopher Arnott

For those of you of weaker constitution / For those of you who may be faint of heart / This is a tale of revenge and retribution / So if you're smart / Before we start / You'd best depart / …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 02:07PM

Tonight is opening night for Chicago's 'Hamilton' by Chris Jones

“Hamilton” opens Wednesday night at the PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago in relatively low-key fashion — the key creative team that has worked on the show will be present, including the …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:04PM

Leela Samson on Audiences For Classical Dance, Nakshatra Festival at NCPA, and if Bureaucrats Should Govern Cultural Institutions by Archana Khare-Ghose

Not at all! Classical dances always had their audiences, they haven’t declined. The venue and the location also decide what sort of audience a dance performance would get. For example, a v…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:01PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Roundabout Underground's Kingdom Come

Kip Fagan directs Jenny Rachel Weiner's new play.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Instant New York: 15 Photos to Get You Hyped to See the Rockettes this Christmas by Mfoss

We know it’s not even Halloween yet, but we just can’t help but get excited about the holiday season — and especially the new Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:59PM

The Jungle Theater Announces 2017 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will include works by Nilo Cruz, Josh Tobiessen, Jennifer Haley, Lauren Gunderson, and Margot Melcon.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:53PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Carmen Herlihy and More in Roundabout's KINGDOM COME by BroadwayWorld

Roundabout Theatre Company's first new play of Roundabout Underground's newly expanded 2016-2017 season, Kingdom Come,is currently in previews and will open officially on Wednesday, November…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Photo Flash: HAMILTON Takes Its Shot in Chicago- First Look! by BroadwayWorld

Performances of HAMILTONare currently underwayat The PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago 18 W. Monroe. Check out photos of the cast in action below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

'Hamilton' Hits Chicago with Karen Olivo as Angelica

‘Hamilton’ opens this week in Chicago, the first stage in an expansion hitting San Francisco, Los Angeles, D.C. and London

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 01:49PM

CIRCUS DIARIES: The Routledge Circus Studies Reader by Edited by Peta Tait and Katie Lavers by Katharine Kavanagh

The Circus Studies reader from Routledge is the first of its kind, combining academic essays from a global collection of scholars into one English language volume. The result is a rich and d…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:33PM

‘Black Diamond’ by Danish Dance Theatre at The Kennedy Center by Lisa Traiger

The choreographic universe Tim Rushton created for his evening-length contemporary ballet Black Diamond is made up of an engaging accretion of enticing, quirky, and oddball moments in movem…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:25PM

Jack Sbarbori gives rare interview on McPherson’s Night Alive by Roy Maurer

Bethesda, Md.-based Quotidian Theatre Company opens its 2016-2017 season with The Night Alive, the most recent, critically acclaimed drama from Conor McPherson, one of contemporary theater�…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 01:24PM

Photo Flash: Netflix Shares All-New Images from GILMORE GIRLS: A YEAR IN THE LIFE by TV News Desk

Netflix has released new images from the highly anticipated streaming event, GILMORE GIRLS A YEAR IN THE LIFE, premiering Friday, November 25th Check them out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

Over 60 Broadway Stars Join MoveOn.org's #UnitedFor Campaign to Support Hillary Clinton by BroadwayWorld

In an email to MoveOn.org members today, 'Modern Family' star Jesse Tyler Ferguson announced that more than 60 Broadway actors and actresses from five different Broadway shows including Beau…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

Listen: Austin Colby, David Rowen & Vishal Vaidya Sing a Cappella Version of ALADDIN Tune by BroadwayWorld

The latest release from new YouTube series, davidrowencreative, is an a cappella arrangement of the short tune, 'One Jump Ahead Reprise,' written by Alan Menken and Tim Rice for the 1992 Dis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

Rumer Willis Hits the Cutting Room This Friday by BroadwayWorld

Metropolitan Entertainment and The Cutting Room welcomeRumer Willis this Friday,October 21, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

Paul Rudd & Brian Greene Read from Audible's Audio Play, LIGHT FALLS- Available 10/25! by BroadwayWorld

Best-selling author, superstar physicist, and cofounder of the World Science Festival Brian Greene The Elegant Universe, The Fabric of the Cosmos and an ensemble cast led by award-winning ac…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

STAGE TUBE: Nova Payton and?Don Darryl Rivera Perform 'I Like Him' From MAN OF LA MANCHA at 5th Avenue Theatre by Stage Tube

Broadway'sRufus Bonds, Jr. takes over the role of Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha at5th Avenue Theatre. Bonds was recently seen as Porgy in The Gershwins' Porgy amp Bess in London's West End…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

VIDEO: MOANA's Lin-Manuel Miranda & The Rock Warn Moviegoers About Texting in Theaters! by Movies News Desk

In an all-newPSA, MOANA's Lin-Manuel Miranda and Dwayne Johnson warn patrons about using their cell phones while at the movies. And believe us, you don't want to mess with 'The Rock'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

STAGE TUBE: It's Gonna Be HUGE! Broadway Auditions for Trump in New SUBMISSIONS ONLY Parody by Stage Tube

'Submissions Only' creators Andrew Keenan-Bolger and Kate Wetherhead are the latest Broadway stars tothrow their weight behind Broadway for Hillary with their new anti-Trump video, poking fu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

Amy Schumer addresses fans who walked out of show after Trump jokes by Nigel M Smith

The comedian said ‘I’m sorry you didn’t want me ... to mention the biggest thing going on in our country right now’ in response to those who booed and left her Tampa show after she c…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:20PM

Grease: Live's Jordan Fisher Will Join Hamilton on Broadway; Anthony Ramos Sets Final Performance Date by Ryan McPhee

Jordan Fisher will make his Broadway debut this fall in Hamilton. The Grease: Live favorite will take on the roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton beginning November 22. He takes over fo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:15PM

The Broadway.com Show: Mark Ballas Vlogs, War Paint Battles, Rocky Horror Returns & Mary-Louise Parker Shines by Broadway.com

In this week's episode, we offer up a host of new stars in School of Rock, The Color Purple, Wicked and more as well as news about War Paint, Significant Other and our newest vlogger.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:15PM

Blue Heart, Orange Tree, Richmond, review: 'This dazzling diptych makes extraordinary demands of the cast' by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Nearly 20 years after its Royal Court premiere, this exhilarating Caryl Churchill double-bill includes two one act plays, Heart's Desire and Blue Kettle

SOURCE: The Independent at 01:15PM

Theater News: Grease Live Star to Replace Anthony Ramos in Broadway's Hamilton

Ramos will play his final performance in the acclaimed musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: First Look at the Cast of A Dog Story

The new work by Gayla D. Morgan and Eric H. Weinberger is directed by Justin Baldridge.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Review: Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp: Celebrating 20 Years of Friendship

A pair of original Rent cast members take the stage for a duo concert.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Jazz Hands in Moscow by American Theatre Editors

Russians, who’ve begun to develop a taste for American-style musicals, recently downed a shot of Broadway.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:44PM

‘Dreamgirls’ and ‘Tempest’ Win Big at 2016 Equity Jeff Awards by American Theatre Editors

Chicago Equity theatre was honored at the annual ceremony on Monday night.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:44PM

Obituary: Tony Craze by Michael Quinn

As artistic director of the Soho Poly theatre from 1988-91, Tony Craze – himself an award-winning playwright – proved an ardent and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:42PM

Who Better to Satirize School Segregation Than Students? by American Theatre Editors

Epic NEXT's high schoolers devise theatre to address their immediate concerns---and get trained and paid in the bargain.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:37PM

Corey Cott, Nicholas Christopher, Samantha Massell and More Sign on for NAMT's 28th Annual Festival of New Musicals by BroadwayWorld

National Alliance for Musical Theatre Betsy King Militello, Executive Director hasannounced the full cast for the 28th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. The Festival will take place on Thursd…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

Free Lumber from Pride Films and Plays by Bt

Pride Films and Plays has a ton of scrap lumber they are giving away this Saturday, October 22 from noon to 4. Contact David Zak at [email protected] with any questions.

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:31PM

Manchester theatre opens in disused car showroom by David Hutchison

A disused car showroom in Manchester has been turned into a 200-seat theatre and arts centre. The space – dubbed 53Two –

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:31PM

All the Ways to Say I Love You to Be Filmed for Lincoln Center Archives by Olivia Clement

The solo play starring Judith Light will be recorded live for the New York Public Library’s Theatre on Film and Tape Archive.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM

THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION – Touring by Matt Merritt

It must be daunting taking on characters so well known and trying to make them your own, especially when it comes to those from a movie as revered as The Shawshank Redemption. Thankfully thi…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:28PM

We Were There: Underground Railroad Game by Kristen Martin

When I took my seat at the Ars Nova performance of Underground Railroad Game, I expected to sit back and simply watch a night of spotlighted social and political taboos that seem to plague o…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 12:28PM

Recording Artist Jordan Fisher to Make Broadway Debut in HAMILTON; Anthony Ramos to Depart Next Month by BroadwayWorld

Actor and Hollywood Records recording artist, Jordan Fisher will make his Broadway debut in Hamilton when he begins performances as John Laurens and Philip Hamilton on Tuesday, November 22.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM

VIDEO: Josh Gad Dishes on Disney's BEAUTY & THE BEAST: 'It's Going to Blow Everyone Away' by Movies News Desk

At this week's Children's Hospital Los Angeles Once Upon a Time gala, Tony nominee Josh Gad BOOK OF MORMON chatted withET about Walt Disney's'magical' live-action reboot of BEAUTY AND THE BE…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM

CURSED CHILD, THE FLICK, NO MAN'S LAND Lead Evening Standard Theatre Awards Longlist by BroadwayWorld

The Evening Standard Theatre Awards, established in 1955, are presented annually for outstanding achievements in London Theatre, and this year's nominations longlist has just been announced.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM

Stephanie J. Block and Understudy Sick; Actor Steps in with Script at Falsettos by Michael Gioia

With only a few hours of rehearsal, Stephanie Umoh took the stage as Falsettos’ Trina.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM

"She Stoops to Conquer" Falls Too Short by Broadway & Me

The Anglo-Irish writer Oliver Goldsmith wrote She Stoops to Conquer in 1771 but The Actors Company Theatre's revival of this classic farce works hard to be contemporary. Maybe too hard. Befo…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 12:16PM

RAGTIME – Charing Cross Theatre by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Ragtime - Charing Cross Theatre Until 10th December ★★★★★ "Simply an Unmissable Triumphant Revival"

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:15PM

Grease: Live Star Jordan Fisher Joining Broadway’s Hamilton by Adam Hetrick

The actor and recording artist will make his Broadway debut in the hit musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM

Forget 'Rock' the Vote: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda & Renee Elise Goldsberry Rap the Vote for Hillary Clinton by Lindsey Sullivan

Leave it to certified genius Lin-Manuel Miranda to continue re-vamping the lyrics to his Tony-touting tuner. The Hamilton mastermind took the St. James Theatre stage with Tony-winning Schuyl…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

It's Official! Andy Karl Will Headline Groundhog Day on Broadway, Start Date Set by Broadway.com

Andy Karl is coming back to Broadway! Andy Karl is coming back to Broadway! Andy Karl is coming back to Broadway! After London critics and audiences repeatedly fell for the two-time Tony nom…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

Andrew Rannells Reveals Special Connection to Falsettos by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor stars in the current revival, but tells Kathie Lee and Hoda that he felt drawn to the show long before 2016.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Theater News: Theater Y Set for Macbeth at Chopin Theatre

French actor Georges Bigot helms the production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Andy Karl to Lead Groundhog Day to Broadway

Karl will reprise the performance he originated in London.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Go Behind the Scenes of Party People at the Public

Liesl Tommy directs the production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Bette Midler’s Broadway ‘Hello, Dolly!’ Completes Cast With Beanie Feldstein by Gordon Cox

Beanie Feldstein, the actress who appeared in “Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising,” has been cast in “Hello, Dolly!,” the upcoming Broadway revival starring Bette Midler. F…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:58AM

Feel the Antici…pation for the Rocky Horror Premiere With These Inside Shots by Hannah Vine

Check out these newly released production shots from the television musical event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

Obituary: Ann Emery by Michael Quinn

When news of Ann Emery’s death at the age of 86 was announced, Stephen Daldry, who had directed her in the hit

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:47AM

Two A. R. Gurney One-Acts at the Flea Theater by Steven McElroy

His “Ajax” and “Squash,” billed together as “Two Class Acts,” will be the last shows at the Flea’s White Street home.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:45AM

Where to See Celebrities Onstage This Fall by Erik Piepenburg

Our guide to some of the TV, film and pop stars appearing in plays and musicals in New York.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:45AM

There’s Three Sides to What We Did Next in Liverpool… by Vicky Anderson

Liverpool theatre group What We Did Next return next week with the North West premiere of the off-Broadway musical Three Sides. Written by Grant Olding – the composer of smash hit One Man,…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:44AM

Found111 producer Emily Dobbs begins hunt for new pop-up venue by Matthew Hemley

Producer Emily Dobbs is planning a new a new pop-up theatre venue to replace Found111, which will close after its forthcoming production.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:41AM

Actor Josh Gad Explains What’s New in the Live-Action Beauty and the Beast by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony nominee plays Le Fou in the upcoming movie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:38AM

Significant Other Star Set for Reading of Derek Jeter Makes the Play by Andrew Gans

Julie Kramer will direct the industry presentation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for Party People at the Public by Hannah Vine

The New York premiere of the Liesl Tommy-helmed work will begin performances this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

'T​his isn’t exactly Les Mis is it?': backstage at twisted musical The Grinning Man by Tom Morris

For Bristol Old Vic’s 250th anniversary, War Horse director Tom Morris is putting on a tragicomedy based on a Victor Hugo novel. In this diary he explains what it’s like to manage a ‘w…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:36AM

Michael Kors and Lance Le Pere Donate $1.5 Million to Roundabout by Olivia Clement

The gift makes possible the creation of a new VIP Patron’s Lounge at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:31AM

Arts Council of Wales receives 3.5% increase in funding by Georgia Snow

The Arts Council of Wales is to receive an extra 3.5% in funding in 2017/2018, the Welsh government’s draft budget has revealed.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:20AM

Corey Cott and Nicholas Christopher Join NAMT’s Festival of New Musicals by Olivia Clement

The complete cast has been announced for the upcoming industry-only event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:16AM

Features: Glyndebourne: Pressing ‘Pause'

The new tour of Don Giovanni has a companion piece, Don Giovanni: Behind the Curtain

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:15AM

Features: Top ten half term kids shows

Here's our pick of what to take the whole family to over the holidays

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:15AM

Photo: First Look - NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE! Shares All-New Cast Photo! by TV News Desk

HAIRSPRAY LIVE will air in less than two months, and today, NBC turned to Twitter to share an all-new cast photo. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM

Music Theatre International and Subplot Studio Partner to Develop Customizable Show Posters by BroadwayWorld

Leading theatrical licensor Music Theatre International MTI and renowned creative agency Subplot Studio have partnered to revolutionize the way theatrical organizations market their musicals…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM

DVR Alert: Idina Menzel to Perform on Next Week's LATE LATE SHOW by TV News Desk

CBS has announced that on Tuesday, October 25th, Idina Menzel will guest on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN and perform from a song from her recently released self-titled album.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM

Confirmed: Andy Karl Will Star in GROUNDHOG DAY on Broadway; Tickets Now Available! by BroadwayWorld

Tickets are now on sale forGROUNDHOG DAY, the new musical with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, book by Danny Rubin, directed by Matthew Warchus.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Rocky Horror UK Performs "Rose Tint My World"

Watch the cast of the UK's Rocky Horror Show perform the electrifying first part of "The Floor Show".

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:14AM

Burnley Empire given fresh hope after auction called off by David Hutchison

Plans to save the Empire Theatre in Burnley have taken a step forward after the building’s owner removed it from auction. The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:10AM

SAFE – London Theatre Workshop by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

On a stark blank stage sit four chairs. Each one of them filled by a character – some uncertain, shying away from the audience, others leaning in, eager to tell their story. All of them, m…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:10AM

BroadwayCon’s First Look Adds Anastasia’s Christy Altomare and Derek Klena by Adam Hetrick

BroadwayCon attendees will get an exclusive first look at the anticipated Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:09AM

Modern Table presents Darkness Poomba – the UK premiere of a contemporary Korean dance by Promoted Content

The UK premiere of this exciting dance/rock show at The Place sees choreographer Jae-Duk Kim and his group of dancer/musicians take hold

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:07AM

Laura Benanti Reprises Melania Trump Impersonation on The Late Show by Ruthie Fierberg

Watch the Tony winner spoof the wife of the Republican nominee.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Andy Karl Confirmed for Broadway’s Groundhog Day Musical by Andrew Gans

Tickets are now on sale for American Express card members.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01AM

Andy Karl to Star in 'Groundhog Day' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

The actor will reprise his role as Phil Connors in the musical adaptation of the much-loved Bill Murray screen comedy.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:01AM

Royal Welsh College Launches the Careers of American Actors

The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama is notable for its stellar acting conservatory program as well as its renowned theatrical alumni (it counts Anthony Hopkins and Rob Brydon among …

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Sarah Jones Opens Her New Show Sell/Buy/Date

The Manhattan Theatre Club production is directed by Carolyn Cantor.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Mark Ballas Takes First Curtain Call in Broadway's Jersey Boys

The Dancing With the Stars favorite makes his Broadway debut.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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The Wild and Whimsical Worlds of David Mallamud by Trav S.D.

I have been collaborating off and on with composer David Mallamud on a not-so-secret comic opera project for nigh on a decade, so I can testify that the man is not just musical, not just fun…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:59AM

D. Sabella Will Debut Cut Song from The Visit in Kander and Ebb Tribute by Andrew Gans

The four evenings will be presented at the Metropolitan Room in Manhattan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

THE RED BARN – National Theatre by Ian Foster

Which is a roundabout way of saying that Robert Icke's production of The Red Barn was not the play I thought it would be. And that my initial slightly cool reaction was as much a response to…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:45AM

Michael Jordan’s “Space Jam” returning to theaters by The Associated Press

Michael Jordan, Bugs Bunny and friends are returning to the court, and theaters, to mark the 20th anniversary of "Space Jam."

SOURCE: Denver Post at 10:43AM

Cleveland Public Theatre's '44 Plays for 44 Presidents' is a landslide win for its all-female cast (review) by Andrea Simakis

The all-female ensemble in '44 Plays for 44 Presidents' is divine. (Who knew women could be so presidential?)

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 10:30AM

[PHOTOS] ‘American Horror Story: Roanoke’: FX releases 9 cast images of Lady Gaga, Sarah Paulson … by Marcus James Dixon

“American Horror Story: Roanoke” fans, are you having trouble keeping track of your Millers, Butchers and Scathachs on the sixth installment of FX’s frightening franchise? …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 10:28AM

Sarah Hadland and Nigel Harman to star in Birmingham Rep season by Georgia Snow

Sarah Hadland and Nigel Harman are to star in a new comedy as part of Birmingham Repertory Theatre’s spring season. The programme

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:25AM

Vibrant Swing! Swing! Swing! Revue Among Stage Door’s Best by Bill Hirschman

The skill, power and imagination that Kevin Black, Ben Bagby and their colleagues have invested make Swing! Swing! Swing! as good or better than any other revue that Broward Stage Door has p…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 10:22AM

Blue Heart review – a double dose of surreal surprises from Caryl Churchill by Michael Billington

Orange Tree, RichmondThis long overdue revival of Churchill’s 1997 plays captures the fragility and savagery of family relationships Related: 'Her work haunts me': Caryl Churchill by those…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:22AM

The Red Barn, National Theatre, London — review

Mark Strong is brilliant as a man at odds with his own life in David Hare’s play

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:14AM

Le Pony mal gardé, London — ‘Delight’

The ballet has featured memorable performances — including those of a pony

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WICKED International Tour Will Travel East in 2017! by BroadwayWorld

WICKED, the musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, launched an international tour this summer from the UK and next up, the cast will travel east

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:14AM

Photo Coverage: He's Too Good to Be True... Mark Ballas Takes First Broadway Bows in JERSEY BOYS! by Walter McBride

The Tony, Grammy amp Olivier Award-Winning Best MusicalJersey Boysjust welcomed'Dancing with the Stars' superstarMark Ballas, whomadehis Broadway debut lastnight in the iconic role of 'Frank…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:14AM

Photo Coverage: WAITRESS' Diane Paulus & Jessie Mueller Celebrate New Partnership with Ann Taylor by Walter McBride

Just yesterday, WAITRESS star Jessie Mueller and director Diane Paulus visited Ann Taylor's Rockefeller Center store 600 Fifth Avenue at 48th Street to share their story and perform from the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:14AM

BWW TV: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda and Renee Elise Goldsberry Support Hillary Clinton, HAMILTON- Style! by BroadwayWorld TV

On Monday night, the biggest names from Broadway and Hollywood took the stage for aHillary Clintonfundraiser-STRONGER TOGETHER.One of the highlights of the event, which took place at New Yor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:14AM

Blogs: Microphones should not replace the ability to project

After Robert Icke's declaration that he supports the use of actors wearing microphones, Sarah Crompton asks whether we might lose something by relying on amplification

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:14AM

Video: In rehearsals with The Last Five Years

Jason Robert Brown's musical is revived at the St James Theatre this month

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:14AM

Feature: Dancing through disability – Suzie Birchwood’s conversation with dystonia by Hannah Marsh

For any dancer or choreographer, to have an evening of your work staged by Sadler’s Wells is a coup. But for Suzie Birchwood, who presents and performs in A Conversation with Dystonia, par…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 10:06AM

God Bless America! Watch Laura Benanti Reprise Her Melania Trump Impression by Lindsey Sullivan

We're always with Laura Benanti! The Tony winner reprised one of her most beloved roles on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on October 18: Melania Trump. She had some choice words for …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:00AM

SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER – 18th century classic comedy droops to the occasion by Oscar E Moore

With all due respect my funny bone failed mightily to be tickled by this 18th century classic comedy of manners from the plumed quill of Oliver Goldsmith – adapted and directed by Scott Al…

SOURCE: Oscar E. Moore at 10:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Idina Menzel to Perform on Late Late Show by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning artist will also chat with host James Corden.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

Hunter Foster Will Direct Matt Doyle in Lost Boy Reading by Andrew Gans

The play is the work of the late Ron Palillo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ren\u00E9e Elise Goldsberry Rap in Support of Hillary Clinton at Gala Fundraiser

After Billy Crystal paralleled the political landscape of today with that depicted in Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ren\u00E9e Elise Goldsberry took the stage. Their rap, based on the sho…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM

MacMillan’s Stabat Mater, Barbican, London — review

The composer’s grief-wracked piece was the main event in a day-long programme

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:44AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, October 19, 2016 by Susan Grace

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Armide, Vienna State Opera — ‘Painfully dull’

Orchestra and singers enliven an otherwise inane production of Gluck’s opera

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:40AM

Michael Jordan's 'Space Jam' returning to theaters

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Michael Jordan, Bugs Bunny and friends are returning to the court, and theaters, to mark the 20th anniversary of "Space Jam."...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 09:33AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Red Barn at the National Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Robert Icke directs this new play by David Hare, starring Mark Strong, Hope Davis and Elizabeth Debicki. Here's what critics have been saying about it.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:29AM

Sunset, Funny Girl & other #StageFaves in the Evening Standard Awards running

Seven of your #StageFaves performers are in the long-list running for Best Musical Performance in this year's Evening Standard Theatre Awards - plus, audiences will decide which of six shows…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 09:26AM

Review:Sell/Buy/Date at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Sarah Jones is back on stage with her usual array of characters, this time reflecting on the sex industry

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 09:16AM

Nina review – searing tribute restarts Simone's revolution by Lyn Gardner

Unity, LiverpoolBacked by a brilliant band, Josette Bushell-Mingo mixes story and song as she connects her own life with Nina Simone’sJosette Bushell-Mingo created the role of Rafiki in th…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:12AM

Photo Flash: Laura Benanti Reprises Role as 'Fake Melania' on LATE SHOW by TV News Desk

America's potential next First Lady stopped by last night's LATE SHOW to blame the left-wing media and Billy Bush for recent revelations about her husband's treatment of women.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:12AM

Exclusive Podcast: BROADWAY'S BACKBONE with Michael Cusumano by Broadway's Backbone

In this episode Broadway's Michael Cusumano won the World's top medal for ballet at the age of 14 in Bulgaria, and at 15 was the youngest company member of ABT. In this episode, Michael talk…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:12AM

Theatre News: Nigel Harman and Sarah Hadland feature in new Birmingham Rep season

The season features a revival of Tommy and the UK premieres of One Love: The Bob Marley Musical and comedy What's In a Name?

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:08AM

The Broadwaysted Podcast Welcomes 'Booked It!' Podcast's Nate Patten & Cam Collins by Broadwaysted

This week, Broadwaysted is diving face-first into Broadway Orchestra Pits with our guests Nate Patten and Cam Collins from 'Booked It A Broadway Musician's Guide to Theatre, Facebook, and be…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:08AM

VIDEO: Sarah Jessica Parker & Andrea McArdle Perform 'Tomorrow' at?Broadway For Hillary Fundraiser by TV News Desk

One of the evening's highlights was an epic duet featuring Sarah Jessica Parker and Andrea McArdle, who joined forces to perform the iconic anthem 'Tomorrow' from ANNIE

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:08AM

Peeking under the mask of the Headless Horseman in Serenbe’s “The Sleepy Hollow Experience” by Andrew Alexander

“Never work with children or animals” is a piece of advice that’s probably about as old as show business itself. But the success of the Halloween-themed production The Sleepy Hollow Ex…

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 09:01AM

Diary: Panto villain booed off by Tabard

At the Stag Theatre in Sevenoaks, the box office team took an interesting call last week. Perhaps not so much interesting as

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Letters of the week by The Stage

Diverse casting matters Edward Thomas’ letter on diverse casting (October 6) does not acknowledge how those working in theatre, film and television

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Diary: Phantom creators reveal secrets behind the mask by Tabard

The Phantom of the Opera celebrated its 30th anniversary in London last week, and the great and good of Theatreland turned out

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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The God Projekt by Cynthia Allen

In "The God Projekt," the “Divine He” repeatedly tries to make reparations for his past destructive deeds, but to no avail. God is wrestling with dementia and in a time loop. Yet, he is …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 08:48AM

Stuffed by Carey

First loves are often the subject of works of drama, but the first loves reminisced about in Stuffed differ greatly from those of a Shakespearean tragedy. Instead of a next-door neighbor or …

SOURCE: Carey Purcell at 08:42AM

She Stoops to Conquer - a rare 18th century revival Off B'way by Oscar E. Moore

A merry band of actors presenting this play in a carefree manner, when offstage are visible watching the preposterous goings on. The plot at times is ludicrous.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 08:27AM

Text of the Day: Shopping & F***ing by Aleks Sierz

Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:23AM

NEWS: Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2016 longlist announced + predictions! by Emma Clarendon

The Evening Standard newspaper has today announced the longlist for this year’s annual awards, with Billie Piper, James Norton and Ralph Fiennes among those nominated. Here is who has been…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:08AM

Jérôme Bel: Gala review – this show reminds us how it feels when we dance by Judith Mackrell

Sadler’s Wells, LondonIn Bel’s riveting piece, a mixed-ability cast of 20 moonwalk, waltz and pirouette, performing routines the others have to copyThere is a masterful range of styles a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:07AM

Quiz: In 'Hamilton,' was this fact or fiction? by Morgan Greene

You already know that Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash hit is based on the life of our nation's first secretary of the treasury. More specifically, it's inspired by Ron Chernow's bestselling biogr…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: VIDEO: Laura Benanti Returns as 'Fake Melania Trump' on LATE SHOW! by Caryn Robbins

America's potential next First Lady stoppedby last night'sLATE SHOWto blame the left-wing media and Billy Bush for recent revelations about her husband's treatment of women.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54AM

Broadway AM Report, 10/19/2016 - LOVE, LOVE, LOVE and More! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news Mike Bartlett's LOVE, LOVE, LOVE opens Off-Broadway tonight

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54AM

BWW's On This Day - October 19, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 19 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54AM

Interviews: 5 minutes with The Weir's Orla Fitzgerald: 'I've had to work harder to prove myself'

The Irish actress talks about how she first started acting to combat shyness, and playing one of Irish theatre's most iconic roles

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:54AM

John Bucchino – An Acquired Taste by Sandi Durell

    by Alix Cohen   John Bocchino is an acquired taste. An evening of highly personal, original songs garnered from his sizeable trunk, reveal an often solitary man of deep fe…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 07:42AM

Grounded to return to the Gate Theatre by Georgia Snow

Grounded is to return to the Gate Theatre as part of artistic director Christopher Haydon’s final season at the venue. The George

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:27AM

Snapshot: Alfred Cortot plays a Chopin waltz in 1943 by Terry Teachout

Alfred Cortot plays Chopin’s A Flat Waltz, Op. 69/1, in Paris in 1943: (This is the latest in a series of arts-related videos that appear in this space each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

'Brexit was just the beginning': comedian Ahir Shah meets his future self by Ahir Shah

The standup’s latest show ponders democracy and technology, but what will the world look like in years to come? He asks the older himAhir, age 25 Hey mate. How are the gigs going?Ahir, age…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:12AM

Rodin and Dance review: soft porn takes flight in show of sensual strength by Jonathan Jones

Courtauld Gallery, LondonCubists captured the madness of the early 20th century in abstracted shards; Auguste Rodin showed it in dance, with sculpted figures that are erotic, aerodynamic and…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:12AM

Is satire dead? Armando Iannucci and others on why there are so few laughs these days by Zoe Williams

It’s hard to poke fun at politicians in an era when they’re held in contempt and every joke is policed for offence, say top television writersIt has become a commonplace to remark on the…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:12AM

BBC War and Peace comes under fire for ‘historically factual’ all-white cast by David Hutchison

A casting director for the BBC’s production of War and Peace has claimed the production had an all-white cast to make it

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:10AM

Almanac: Burt Kennedy on the secret of a good western by Terry Teachout

“I always thought that one secret of a good western, with the exception maybe of High Noon, is that the story’s problem is not the leading man’s problem. The leading man should be able…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Paterson Joseph: Acting ‘has always been unfair’ by Georgia Snow

Paterson Joseph has claimed that the acting profession “has always been unfair” and has urged more action to be taken to improve

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:56AM

Theatre News: Grounded returns in Christopher Haydon's final Gate season

Haydon will be stepping down in January 2017

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:51AM

Theatre News: Emma Kingston and Madalena Alberto join Page to Stage cast

Kingston will star in the European premiere of Lin-Manuel Miranda's 21 Chump Street

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:51AM

Theatre News: Stewart Pringle appointed as Bush Theatre associate dramaturg

The ex-artistic director of the Old Red Lion begins in the post in November

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:51AM

Old Red Lion’s Stewart Pringle appointed associate dramaturg at Bush Theatre by Matthew Hemley

Stewart Pringle, former artistic director of the Old Red Lion in London, has been made associate dramaturg at the Bush Theatre. Pringle

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:43AM

NEWS: Jodie Prenger stars in 30th anniversary tour of Shirley Valentine by Press Releases

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the first major revival of this national treasure will embark on a UK tour in 2017. Opening on Thursday 2 March 2016 in Bromley, Shirley Valentine wil…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:31AM

NEWS: 90-minute Hamlet transfers to Trafalgar Studios for Xmas by Press Releases

Flute Theatre and English Touring Theatre today announces that their production of Hamlet, adapted by Kelly Hunter, transfers to the Trafalgar Studios for a limited run this December. The pr…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:26AM

Not heard the one about the Queen: why don't comedians criticise the monarchy? by Brian Logan

It’s the job of standups to hold institutions to account – laugh by laugh – so why aren’t more of them laying bare the anachronistic daftness of the royal family?Is it just me, or ar…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:10AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, October 19, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Allison Janney Coming Back to Broadway, “Hello, Dolly!” Completes Casting, and Videos from Broadway for Hillary! “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday throug…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

STAGE TUBE: Hamilton Chicago Cast Urges Voters to Register by Stage Tube

The countdown is on as the time window for voter registration grows smaller for most states. For the October 13th digital Ham4Ham, members of the Hamilton cast in Chicago performed a cover o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:52AM

Theatre News: Jodie Prenger to star in UK tour of Shirley Valentine

The 30th anniversary production will open in Bromley in March 2017

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:52AM

Review: Review: Moby Dick (Union Theatre)

Andrew Wright helms the revival of this take on Herman Melville's classic novel

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:52AM

Review: Review: Blue Heart (Orange Tree Theatre)

David Mercatali stages a 20th anniversary revival of Caryl Churchill's confounding double bill

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:52AM

Jodie Prenger to star in 30th anniversary tour of Shirley Valentine by Matthew Hemley

Jodie Prenger is to star in a new tour of Willy Russell’s Shirley Valentine, which will mark the 30th anniversary of the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:33AM

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS – Touring by Ian Foster

The Wind in the Willows' charms are gentle, befitting any iteration of the beloved children's novel by Kenneth Grahame. Julian Fellowes' adaptation is faithful to that story and though the s…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:30AM

Soapbox: Starting a business stopped acting from eating my soul by Soapbox

I have always thought that the aim of non-fiction books was to make you feel so mundane that you simply had to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Performers reject plans for Northern Irish drama school by Matthew Hemley

A proposal to create a dedicated drama school in Northern Ireland has been dismissed by two of the country’s leading performers, who

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:30AM

Scene Around: October 20 by The Stage

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

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

Competition: Win tickets to see political drama This House at the Garrick Theatre by The Stage

Is a political revolution coming? Will the Labour party collapse? Can the kingdom stay united? It’s 1974. And Westminster is about to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Bonnie Greer: 'Black Lives Matter is a big fail for my generation' by Nosheen Iqbal

The writer has reimagined The Cherry Orchard as The Hotel Cerise, replacing Russian aristocrats with African Americans. She talks about fleeing gentrification, how millennials are going to s…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:54AM

Los Angeles Theater Review: DELUSION: HIS CRIMSON QUEEN (An Interactive Play) by Tony Frankel

DEFICIENT DRAMA DILUTES DELUSION In 2011, writer/director Jon Braver created Delusion, a new kind of haunted house. In the ensuing years (except last year, 2015, which was dark), with a diff…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:26AM

Spotlight On...Adam Knight by Michael Block

Name: Adam KnightHometown: Greenville, South CarolinaEducation: University of Evansville (Indiana)Favorite Credits: Naperville by Mat Smart (Slant, 2014), Exit Carolyn by Jennie Berman Eng (…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:01AM

Mark Shenton: This new wave of ‘pink’ plays is welcome by Mark Shenton

In 1994, the London Evening Standard published an article by its former theatre critic Milton Shulman under the headline: ‘Stop the plague

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Flyman: Will theatre voices be drowned out when BECTU joins Prospect? by Flyman

Thirty years after the miners’ strike and at a moment when TUC members cannot agree on which fragment of the Labour party

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Mythical Unicorn Sets Scene for the 2017 Adelaide Fringe by Arts Review

A pop art inspired, mythical unicorn design has been unveiled as the official poster for the 2017 Adelaide Fringe. Created by French-born, Barossa-based graphic designer Jennifer Rimbault,…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:41AM

Come to KAT’s ‘Cabaret’: Part 3: Meet Matt Trollinger by Joel Markowitz

In Part 3 of a series of interviews with the cast of Kensington Arts Theatre’s (KAT) Cabaret, meet Meet Matt Trollinger. Joel: Where have local theatergoers seen you perform before on ou…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:31AM

WOLF HALL: PARTS I AND II Makes Regional Debut in Houston Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Wolf Hall Parts I and II, based on the novels by Hilary Mantel and adapted for the Stage by Mike Poulton, makes its Regional Premiere, directed by Rebecca Greene Udden, at Main Street Theate…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Sarah Stiles, Lilli Cooper, Will Connolly and More Set for Tonight's ON THE EVE Concert at Joe's Pub by BroadwayWorld

The three-time New York Innovative Theatre Award winning Theatre C will present a concert of songs from the acclaimed folk-indie-rock musical On the Eve by Shawn Magill, Seth Magill and Mich…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

On the Couch with Genevieve Kingsford by Arts Review

Who is Genevieve Kingsford? A 24 year old nerdy Melbourne girl, with the world’s biggest sweet tooth, way too much energy and an obsession with musical theatre. What would you do different…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:27AM

Sacramento council approves major rehab of Community Center Theater

Hold on, arts patrons: The end of those notoriously long bathroom lines at the Community Center Theater are in sight. The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday approved plans to rejuvenate R…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 01:15AM

Paul Rodriguez Preps for SLS Super Crown by Young Hollywood

Paul Rodriguez Preps for SLS Super Crown YH catches up with star skateboarder Paul "P-Rod" Rodriguez as he preps for the SLS Super Crown World Championship! As he familiarizes himself with t…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Cast announced for Mack and Mabel at the Hayes by Cassie Tongue

Jerry Herman’s classic musical Mack and Mabel is coming to the Hayes Theatre from November 18, and today Working Management and Hayes Theatre Co have announced the full cast and creat…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:51AM

Queer delights at the 2016 Feast Festival by Arts Review

Adelaide’s annual Feast Festival will Celebrate Love as it kicks off its 20th year this weekend with a vast array of performing and visual arts events, walks and talks, film screenings, co…

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

Matt Bogart’s 10 Most Memorable Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Audra McDonald, Mark Rylance, and Elaine Stritch are among the Himself and Nora star’s favorites.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Love, Love, Love Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

The dark comedy from King Charles III playwright Mike Bartlett opens Off-Broadway at the Roundabout Theatre Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

He Auditioned for Mulligan and Was Cast as Hamilton by Olivia Clement

Meet Michael Luwoye, the new Alexander Hamilton alternate to Javier Muñoz and the understudy for Aaron Burr.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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