Review: ‘All The Things You Are: Jerome Kern’ at The In Series by David Siegel

As the Great American Songbook America continues to recede from its long-held prominence, productions such as the In Series All the Things You Are: Jerome Kern are priceless for those who wa…

Midsumma Comedy Extravaganza – ONE NIGHT ONLY! by Arts Review

Arts Centre Melbourne and Midsumma Festival will bring you the cream of the queer comedy crop with a star-studded night of high-camp and butch hysterics in the Midsumma Comedy Extravaganza a…

The men and women keeping ‘Phantom’ in shape at 30 by Caitlin Huston

After three decades of working on “Phantom of the Opera,” its vendors have lost count of how many masks and costumes they have created for the show.   Since opening on Broadway in 1988,…

Accused Director Fired From Connecticut Theater by Gordon Cox

Gordon Edelstein, the Connecticut theater leader who was accused of sexual harassment and misconduct during his tenure at the Long Wharf Theater, has been terminated from his position as the…

Strangers in Between by Arts Review

A funny and moving Australian classic from the award-winning playwright of Holding the Man, Tommy Murphy’s Strangers in Between gets a timely new production for the 2018 Midsumma and…

Big Apple Circus clown resigns over sexual misconduct

NEW YORK (AP) -- A beloved circus performer known as Grandma the clown has resigned from the Big Apple Circus following accusations that he pressured a 16-year-old aerialist to pose f…

A Very Broadway Valentine's Day at 54 Below by BroadwayWorld

On Valentine's Day, Broadway's favorite couples and musical director Benjamin Rauhala will celebrate Broadway romance, both on and off-stage. Featuring many of Broadway's most romantic songs…

Long Wharf Theatre’s Gordon Edelstein Fired as Sexual Misconduct Allegations Come to Light by Ryan McPhee

The announcement comes one day after reports of long-standing verbal and physical harassment.

Remembrance: Dorothy Malone — Hollywood Siren by Gerald Peary

Could Dorothy Malone be the only person in the world to have dated both Sinatra and Liberace?

Gordon Edelstein Terminated as Artistic Director of Long Wharf Theatre After Sexual Misconduct Allegations by BroadwayWorld

Long Wharf Theatre's Board of Trustees voted this evening to terminate Gordon Edelstein as the theatre's Artistic Director, effective immediately.

People You Should Know . . . Becca Blackwell by Zack Calhoon

Photo by George MaracineanuBecca Blackwell, a trans actor and performer with a circus background, has a performing career which includes collaborations with artists such …

‘Get Out,’ ‘Dunkirk’ to Return to Movie Theaters Following Oscar Nominations by Dave McNary

Months after leaving multiplexes, “Get Out” and “Dunkirk” are returning to movie theaters in the wake of scoring best picture Oscar nominations. “Get Out,” which …

Long Wharf Theater’s Artistic Director Fired Over Sexual Misconduct Accusations by Michael Paulson

The board of the theater met a day after The New York Times published a story detailing accusations by multiple women.

How folk music went from daggy to cool by Arts Review

Only about a decade ago, any serious young musician in Australia would run a mile from being labelled as “folk”. But among the new beards in the inner city, along with a returned desire …

For Fascinating “BALLS,” There’s No Business Like Busy-Business by David Dow Bentley III

[ Click any photo to enlarge. All photos by Russ Rowland. ] As a modest player myself, and a frequent fan of the major tennis championships, I’ve been currently suffering my annual frustra…

Singer, songwriter Lari White dead at 52 by Usa Today Network – Tennessee, Juli Thanki, Usa Today Network – Tennessee

White, a country singer and also Broadway actor, had been diagnosed with advanced peritoneal cancer in September 2017.        

Don’t Miss: Broadway at the Pierre on 1/24 by Matthew Wexler

The iconic New York five-star hotel continues its Broadway series with Dan Domenech, Antoine L. Smith, and N'Kenge.

A Bunch Of TV Writers Are Building A Salary Transparency Database by Jordan Crucchiola

For women and minorities to reach pay parity in Hollywood, they’re first going to have to know what type of compensation their peers are making. For example, recent meetings between actres…

Tony, OBIE, and Drama Desk Award Winner Pam Mackinnon Named New Artistic Director At American Conservatory Theater by BroadwayWorld

Following an extensive nationwide search,American Conservatory Theater A.C.T. Board of Trustees and Executive Director Peter Pastreich today named Tony, OBIE, and Drama Desk Award winner Pam…

Pam MacKinnon, Tony-Winning Director, to Lead San Francisco Theater by Michael Paulson

Ms. MacKinnon will succeed Carey Perloff as the head of the American Conservatory Theater, a prominent regional institution.

Pam MacKinnon Takes the Helm of California’s ACT by American Theatre Editors

The Tony-winning Broadway and regional freelance director succeeds longtime leader Carey Perloff.

Theater openings Jan. 26-Feb. 1

Saturday “Women in Jeopardy”: In Wendy MacLeod’s comedy presented by First Folio Theatre, a group of friends suspects one of its members is dating a serial killer. Through Feb. 25 at M…

Photos: Ben Whishaw, Michelle Fairley and David Morrissey in Julius Caesar

The production is the second at the newly opened venue

All That Great Research Ain’t Any Good If You Are Reading It Wrong by Joe Patti

If you are like me, you have been excited by the increased quantity and quality of research being made available about arts and culture issues and practices! Even if you aren’t as exci…

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. “Eclectic, Essential…Relationships” at Vienna Theatre Company. “In the dark and cold of winter, the Vienna Theatre Company is offering audiences a rare opportunity to…

Kennedy Center’s All-Star Chess Assembles Creative Team by Playbill Staff

The production, starring Raúl Esparza, Ramin Karimloo, Ruthie Ann Miles, and Karen Olivo, begins February 14 in Washington, D.C.

Bradley Cooper is a longtime Eagles fan thanks to his late father

The A-list actor is a lifelong Eagles fan thanks to his father, who passed away in 2011. Meals sometimes even revolved around games, with Cooper recalling the time the Eagles beat the Dallas…

The Undertaking by Sandi Durell

  by Hazen Cuyler   It’s not surprising that The Civilians was the first theatre company to earn a residency at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Their remounted production of The …

VIDEO: James Corden Recalls Spanking Future President Donald Trump on a Broadway Stage by Stage Tube

When an actor has an opportunity to bring a celebrity onstage, should they take it Well James Corden did in 2012, during his Tony-winning run in One Man, Two Guvnors. The celebrity in questi…

'Last Wife' brings a fascinating figure to vivid life at Cygnet by James Hebert

England’s King Henry VIII made for a notoriously nasty husband: If you were a wife of his, chances were one in three you’d get your head lopped off eventually. But in Kate Hennig’s bra…

Features: Company's Oliver Savile, Anita Louise Combe and Simbe Akande: first listen

The Aberdeen Arts Centre's production opens in February

Theater News: Waitress to Debut Valentine's Day Pie Flavor on February 1

Sara Bareilles is currently starring in her musical opposite Jason Mraz.

Theater News: Kennedy Center Chess Creative Team Revealed

Raúl Esparza and Ramin Karimloo star in the musical in Washington, D.C.

Cygnet Theatre Announces 2018 Commissioned Playwrights by American Theatre Editors

Playwrights christopher oscar peña, Danielle Mohlman, and Mike Sears will present new works at a public reading.

World Premiere of Hello, From the Children of Planet Earth Finds its Cast Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Don Nguyen’s new play will begin performances in February at The Duke on 42nd Street.

Cygnet Theatre Announces 2018-19 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature the return of a holiday tradition, in addition to new plays and musicals.

BEGINNING Ambassadors, WC2 by Libby Purves and Friends

CLAMBERING TOWARDS LOVE     You don’t often, in romances, get lines like “Tomato ketchup’s always been my Achilles heel”. Or indeed proper consideration being given to the …

Odds & Ends: Billy Porter & Ashley Park to Sing with NY Pops, Waitress' Lorin Latarro Joins Starry Chess Concert & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Billy Porter & Ashley Park to Sing with NY Pops Kinky Boots Tony winner Billy Porter and upcoming Mean Girls star Ashle…

Odds & Ends: Waitress' Lorin Latarro Joins Starry Chess Concert & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Waitress Choreographer Lorin Latarro Signs On for Starry Chess Concert Tony winner Michael Mayer has lined up a Broadway-pe…

The Incomparable Sidney Myer Gets an A+ from Lynn University by Myra Chanin

Sidney Myer is the most beloved impresario in Manhattan. He’s THE Sidney referred to in “I Love Sidney!” – a phrase that constantly flows from the lips of theatrical and musical cogn…

The Vineyard’s Harry Clarke Now Available on Audible by Olivia Clement

The acclaimed, twice-extended Off-Broadway production can now be listened to as an audio recording.

Concert Review: Cantata Singers — Music That Bears Witness fo Catastrophe by Susan Miron

Peter Child’s challenge was to match his orchestral and choral music to the harrowing nature of the text -- and he worked this out well.

Sweets for the Sweet: WAITRESS To Debut New Valentine's Day Pie Flavor by BroadwayWorld

The producers of Broadway's Waitress made an auspicious announcement today, National Pie Day. Beginning on February 1, Broadway's Waitress will celebrate Valentine's Day for an entire month …

Celebrating Legendary Broadway Actress Carol Channing on Her Birthday - February 11, 2018 by Nitelifeexchange

It’s a Carol Celebration as legendary Carol Channing is saluted on her 97th birthday with a variety show hosted by her longtime champion and chum Richard Skipper on the last night of Janua…

Josephine: A Burlesque Cabaret Dream Play at the Soho Playhouse Scores High Marks by Marilyn Lester

Josephine: A Burlesque Cabaret Dream Play, billed as a combination of cabaret, theater and dance, scores high marks for story telling and presentation, even if the title of the show is a bit…

Actor-Singer-Dancer André De Shields to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at the 33rd Annual Bistro Awards Gala by Nitelifeexchange

Tony and Drama Desk nominee and multi-Audelco Award and Outer Critics Circle Award winner André De Shields will be honored at the 33rd annual Bistro Awards on Monday, March 12, where he wil…

Win 2 x Tickets to Tomorrow Creeps at VAULT Festival by Shaun Evelyn

WE ARE SUCH STUFF AS NIGHTMARES ARE MADE ON. The battle has been lost and won. The Fallen Tyrant lies dreaming in the time-less void of a prison cell. The Spectral Queen haunts the shadows, …

The Bobby Darin Story – 92Y by Sandi Durell

2018 Season of 92Y Lyrics & Lyricists starts off with a sensational tribute to Bobby Darin starring Jonathan Groff and directed by Broadway’s Alex Timbers. by Linda Amiel Burns
…

First Look at Ben Whishaw in The Bridge Theatre’s Julius Caesar by Hannah Vine

The show will officially open in London January 30.

Win 2 x Tickets to Conquest at VAULT Festival by Shaun Evelyn

WELCOME TO CONQUEST: THE WORLD’S FIRST REVENGE CUPCAKE COMPANY. A chance meeting in a pharmacy. Alice is looking for the morning after pill, instead she meets Jo, and is drawn into a w…

Review: Putting a ‘Party Face’ on a Suicide Recovery by Alexis Soloski

A celebration doesn’t end well in Isobel Mahon’s play, starring Hayley Mills, at City Center Stage II.

Cast of MTV's LEGALLY BLONDE: THE SEARCH FOR ELLE WOODS to Reunite at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, will present Legally Blonde The Search For Elle Woods Reunion Concert on July 23rd, 2018, at 700 and 930pm. The 2008 MTV series was famously designed to pick the replace…

Go Behind the Scenes with Matt Bomer, Zachary Quinto & the Stars of The Boys in the Band by Broadway.com

Ryan Murphy and David Stone have gathered a dynamic group of stars to lead Mart Crowley's groundbreaking play The Boys in the Band to Broadway for the first time. Matt Bomer, Zachary Qui…

New comedy theatre debuts with The Consul, The Tramp, and America’s Sweetheart (review) by Brett Steven Abelman

The debut production of Best Medicine Rep, a new theater company dedicated to comedy, is not really a comedy. The Consul, The Tramp, and America’s Sweetheart, written by artistic director …

Indecent to Stream on BroadwayHD Beginning January 25 by Olivia Clement

The Tony-nominated play from Paula Vogel will be available for viewing this week.

Tony-Nominee Melissa Errico and Ryan Silverman To Offer A BROADWAY ROMANCE At Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

This June at Feinstein's54 Below, Tony Award-nominee Melissa Errico and Ryan Silverman will offer 3 performances of a special concert evening Broadway Romance June 21-23 at 7pm.

REVIEW: Sunset Boulevard – UK Tour, New Victoria Theatre Woking ✭✭✭✭✭ by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Douglas Mayo reviews Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard starring Ria Jones as part of the UK Tour and is impressed by the quality of this touring production. This p…

Motown Tony Nominee Valisia Lekae, McKinley Belcher III, More Part of Little Rock Readings by Andrew Gans

Playwright Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj will direct the industry presentation.

Photo Flash: First Look at Ben Whishaw, Michelle Fairley & More in JULIUS CAESAR by BroadwayWorld

Nicholas Hytner's production of Julius Caesar, the London Theatre Company's second production at the Bridge Theatre, runs from 20 January to 15 April 2018, with opening night on Tuesday 30 J…

Want to See Some of Theater’s Newest Productions—for Free?

Every spring at the storied Humana Festival, the newest hatchlings of American plays emerge at the Actors Theatre in Louisville, Kentucky. And now, the theater is making an effort to break d…

Blogs: Henry Darke: 'The London riots inspired my play about Cornwall'

Writer Henry Darke explains how he felt a strong connection with the rioters from his home in Cornwall

Photos: Annie Baker's John at the National Theatre: first look

The show runs at the Dorfman Theatre in its European premiere

Theater News: Public Theater Announces Public Shakespeare Initiative Lineup

The series of conversations will take place at the Public's Lafayette Street home.

A Delicate Ship by Vanessa Cate

A Delicate Ship Reviewed by Neal Weaver The Road on Magnolia Through March 11  Sarah (Paris Perrault) and her boyfriend Sam (Philip Orazio) are enjoying a quiet Christmas Eve at home wh…

Get to know Wayne Thiebaud, Sacramento's renown artist

Wayne Thiebaud rose to national prominence in the 1960s and has called Sacramento his home for decades. The Sacramento State graduate is known for his colorful depictions of objects and scen…

tHis Is Very IMPORTANT by Vanessa Cate

tHis Is Very IMPORTANT Reviewed by Lovell Estell III The Zephyr Theater Through February 4 According to a recent U.N. Report, approximately forty million people have died of AIDS since t…

Between the Acts: Toronto playwright Kat Sandler on the advantages of wearing two creative hats by Brad Wheeler

Sandler’s whimsical Dora-winning Mustard runs to Jan. 28 at Toronto’s Tarragon Theatre; Bang Bang runs Feb. 1 to 18 at Toronto’s Factory Mainspace Theatre

Stagecraft Podcast: Even John Lithgow ‘Feels Like a Fraud’ Sometimes by Gordon Cox

John Lithgow may have won two Tony Awards, six Emmys, and a couple of Golden Globes, but even he doubts his own skills sometimes. Take, for instance, every time he’s in a musical. R…

RuPaul’s Drag Race’s Alexis Michelle Returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below With New Show Alexis, I Am! by Ryan McPhee

The new cabaret premieres January 24 with special guest Alexandra Silber.

Kahn’s final ‘Hamlet’ at Shakespeare Theatre is off-key by Peter Marks

Michael Urie gives a showboat performance set in the proximity of “Homeland.”

Obsidian Theatre’s Philip Akin helping young black directors hone their skills by Brad Wheeler

With Obsidian Theatre’s new program, upstart directors will get their own productions – smaller mountings in Toronto back stages with only modest pressure involved

Delaware Theatre Company presents Josh Ravetch’s ‘Go Figure: The Randy Gardner Story’ by Mark Cofta

Josh Ravetch's 'Go Figure: The Randy Gardner Story,' at Delaware Theatre Company, celebrates figure skating with unskilled sincerity. Mark Cofta reviews.

What Did Critics Think of London Revival of The Birthday Party? by Adam Hetrick

Toby Jones and Zoë Wanamaker star in the revival of Harold Pinter’s drama.

Actors' Equity, Barrington Stage Company, Ambassador Theatre Group and St. Ann's Warehouse Are Hiring by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com's Job Listings offers an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry. From auditions to administrative roles, Playbill.com is the online source for ca…

Tickets Are Now on Sale for Joshua Harmon's New Play Admissions by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for Admissions, a new play by Joshua Harmon (Significant Other), making its world premiere at Lincoln Center Theater's off-Broadway venue, the Mitzi E. Newhouse T…

Ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov on the Russian poet who inspired his new show by Martha Schabas

One of the world’s all-time great ballet dancers returned to Toronto this week to perform his solo show Brodsky/Baryshnikov

Is the Era of #OscarsSoWhite Over? by Michael Schulman

Michael Schulman on the diversity of the 2018 Academy Award nominations and whether the Academy has moved past its #OscarsSoWhite controversy from years past.

Annaleigh Ashford, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Ruthie Ann Miles Set for Broadway Baby Mamas Benefit by Adam Hetrick

The fundraiser for Planned Parenthood will take place March 15 at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

In 'Yank! A World War II Love Story,' Pride opts for entertainment by Chris Jones

Not only was every seat taken at the Pride Arts Center Sunday afternoon, but also so many tardy people were trying to squeeze into the former North Broadway speakeasy that a couple of gentle…

Making no small plans for new musical about Daniel Burnham by Hedy Weiss

The show, directed by Erik Wagner, with music direction by Linda Madonia and choreography by Jessica Texidor, will run at Theater Wit this summer.

Theater News: Lesli Margherita and More Set for Reading of The Secret of My Success

The new musical features a book by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen.

Theater News: Tonya Harding-Nancy Kerrigan Play Toe Pick to Run Dixon Place

Zackary Grady's entirely transcribed play will be performed concurrently with the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Backstage at The Phantom of the Opera with Ali Ewoldt, Episode 3: Pre-Anniversary Prep! by Broadway.com

In this episode of Dear Daaé, The Phantom of the Opera star Ali Ewoldt takes us behind-the-scenes backstage and at a super fancy photo shoot as the Andrew Lloyd Webber blockbuster gea…

Jeff Perry and Joe Morton of ‘Scandal’ join cast of ‘All the President’s Men’ at City Hall by Fountaintheatre

Full cast announced for celebrity reading Final casting has been announced for the all-star reading of William Goldman’s screenplay for All The President’s Men scheduled to take …

The Secret of My Success Musical to Receive Reading with Christian Slater, Chris Dwan, Lilli Cooper & More by Andy Lefkowitz

The 1987 Universal Pictures flick The Secret of My Success is being turned into a musical. Gordon Greenberg (Holiday Inn) will direct a private industry reading of the in-the-works tune…

Disney to Give $1,000 Cash Bonuses to 125,000 Employees by Dave McNary

The Walt Disney Company will give more than 125,000 employees one-time $1,000 cash bonuses, amounting to a $125 million allocation by the entertainment giant. Chairman and CEO Bob Iger made …

BWW TV: PRETTY WOMAN Is Getting Ready to Walk Down the Streets of Chicago! Meet the Broadway-Bound Cast by Tv - Press Previews

Before heading to Chicago, the cast met the press yesterday, January 24. Catch up with the full company, including Mitchell, Barks, Kazee and more

Josh Walden, Adam Shapiro, More Cast in Off-Broadway’s The Boys From Syracuse by Andrew Gans

Musicals Tonight! will present a limited engagement of the Rodgers and Hart comedy at Theatre Row.

L.A. Now Casting: Join 'The Wizard of Oz' + More Classic Shows For Theatre Royale

Whether you’re beginning your career or continuing it, there’s a spot for you on stage in one of many classic shows!  Theatre Royale is casting talent for its current season…

New Freedom Theatre flooded; 'Box' world premiere relocates to Community College of Phila.

A burst pipe has flooded out the New Freedom Theatre, meaning the world-premiere musical "Henry Box Brown" has had to relocate to Bonnell Auditorium at the Community College of Philadelphia,…

Javier Muñoz, Christian Slater, and More Set for Reading of Secret of My Success Musical by Andrew Gans

Gordon Greenberg will direct the musical based on the film of the same name.

Go Inside Opening Night of The Homecoming Queen Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere by Ngozi Anyanwu opened January 22.

Review: Sheila by Bill Crouch

I cannot think of a time that I’ve seen a more prescient piece of theatre than Sheila by The Associates, playing now at The A.R.T./New York Theatres. This dedicated company of players has …

Annaleigh Ashford, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Ruthie Ann Miles and More Join Planned Parenthood Benefit at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Many of Broadway's hottest divas are working two full-time jobs Broadway star by night and tireless Mama by day.

Christian Slater, Lesli Margherita & More Will Take Part in THE SECRET OF MY SUCCESS Reading by BroadwayWorld

Directed by Gordon Greenberg, the book is by Gordon Greenberg amp Steve Rosen, with music and lyrics by Michael Mahler amp Alan Schmuckler, and music direction by Wendy Bobbitt Cavett.

Hong Kong Disneyland is transforming Sleeping Beauty's castle by Time, Time, Time

This is taking “out with the old, in with the new” to an even newer level.        

Your Ticket to the Cool Table! Learn All About Broadway's Fetch Musical Mean Girls by Broadway.com

With a book by Tina Fey herself, die hard fans of the 2004 film can rest assured it’s in good hands.

Experience the Rhythm of New York with Tickets to STOMP for just $59.50! by Contests - Broadway

Experience the Rhythm of New York with Tickets to STOMP for just 59.50 Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP, the inventive …

GREATEST SHOWMAN Soundtrack Spends Third Week at No. 1 on Billboard by BroadwayWorld

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN Original Motion Picture Soundtrack available now via Atlantic Records is spending a third consecutive week at 1 on the Billboard Top Albums chart, becoming the first …

Review: Michael Urie Puts the Madcap in Hamlet’s Madness by Ben Brantley

Michael Kahn’s production for the Shakespeare Theater Company provides Elsinore with a new arsenal that includes smartphones and surveillance cameras.

Residencies let Theatre Centre’s offbeat ideas bear fruit by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Unconventional structure and approach to funding paying off, writes Carly Maga.

Review: The Homecoming Queen by Kathryn Kelly

The Homecoming Queen marks playwright Ngozi Anyanwu’s Off-Broadway debut and long may she reign! The play is a beautiful meditation on home, alienation, love, pain, and regret. It strikes…

Diary of a Madman by Darryl Reilly

Soviet born actor Ilia Volok is quite personable and definitely commands the stage; his performance is heroic but it is so intense and his accent is often intrusive. Comical and sensitive po…

'Cal in Camo': A starter home crumbles, and a Chicago cast makes the best of it by Chris Jones

“Cal in Camo” at the intimate Rivendell Theatre begins with a new mother, Cal, sitting in a kitchen and desperately trying to overcome a loathed and invasive device and pump milk from he…

‘Alex Walton does a stellar job of keeping the energy up’: FROM IBIZA TO THE NORFOLK BROADS – Touring ★★ by Kristy Stott

From Ibiza to the Norfolk Broads is a one-man show which tells the story of Martin, an 18-year-old a person with a mental health problem who is obsessed with David Bowie.

Theatre Review: ‘The Trial’ at Synetic Theater by Mary Ann Johnson

Synetic’s production of “The Trial” by Franz Kafka, grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. This is a grim, dystopian show that is all too relevant. Considering t…

Interviews: Aaron Sidwell: 'A Loserville reunion is the only way to truly honour Lil Chris'

The Wicked and American Idiot actor on why he's reviving James Bourne and Elliot Davis' musical at the Garrick

Review: Review: Black Men Walking (Royal Exchange, Manchester)

Eclipse Theatre's show opens in Manchester ahead of a UK tour

In the wings: San Diego Musical Theatre comes full circle with 'Monty' by James Hebert

A decade ago last May, San Diego Musical Theatre launched with a production of “The Full Monty,” the movie-based musical about steelworkers who moonlight as amateur strippers. The compan…

Theater News: Shakespeare & Company Announces 2018 Season

Terrence McNally, Simon Stephens, and more join the summer lineup.

Theater News: Sara Bareilles and More Set for MCC Theater's Miscast

The annual benefit will honor Laurie Metcalf.

Review: Party Face by Saima Huq

Ladies, time to put on your party face! Smile so people you don’t like will like you! Or so women have always been told. Party Face, a clever, astute new play written by Isobel Mahon a…

Read Reviews for The Homecoming Queen Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

See what critics think of Ngozi Anyanwu’s new drama, now playing at Atlantic Theater’s Stage 2.

A chaotic Die Fledermaus at La Scala, Milan

Cornelius Obonya’s new production of Strauss’s opera is unconvincing

It’s almost a wonderful life in the surprising 1940s throwback ‘See Rock City’ by Nelson Pressley

Wood Van Meter and Lexi Langs return for Part 2 of an affecting low-key trilogy.

The War Has Not Yet Started, Southwark Playhouse, London — fragments of a tense world

Suspicion and fear haunt the 12 vignettes in Mikhail Durnenkov’s drama

Josep Pons and the BBC Symphony Orchestra, Barbican, London — a flash of Spanish sun

A programme that captured something of Spain’s essence

Review: ‘The Wolves’ at Studio Theatre (Women’s Voices Theater Festival) by Hilary Sutton

If the Women’s Voices Theater Festival existed only to give us Sarah DeLappe’s The Wolves, it would be worth it. But we have more than 20 other new plays by female playwrights to enjoy i…

Sara Bareilles, Raul Esparza & Keala Settle Will Sing Out at Annual Miscast Gala by Andy Lefkowitz

Waitress creator and star Sara Bareilles, four-time Tony nominee Raúl Esparza and The Greatest Showman standout Keala Settle lead the all-star lineup for MCC Theater's 2018 Miscas…

Sara Bareilles, Raul Esparza and More Join MCC Theater's MISCAST 2018 by BroadwayWorld

MCC THEATER has announced an all-star lineup of performers for their annual Miscast gala. Performers will include Grammy and Tony Award nominee Sara Bareilles Tony Award winners Jayne Houdys…

Sara Bareilles, Alex Newell, Katrina Lenk Will Sing Show Tunes With a Twist at MCC’s Miscast 2018 by Ryan McPhee

The March event, honoring Tony winner and recent Oscar nominee Laurie Metcalf, will benefit the Off-Broadway company.

Review: Hershey Felder’s ‘Our Great Tchaikovsky’ by David Hammerbeck

Throughout the adult life of the great Russian composer Piotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky, he fixated on one idea: his homosexuality, how to closet it and how to compensate for it. Hershey Felder’…

Enter to Win Tickets to See 27 Off-Broadway Shows by Adam Hetrick

The Off-Broadway’s Biggest Fan sweepstakes is presented by Playbill and the 20at20 program.

Plan calls on councils to do more to support their local theatres by Giverny Masso

An eight-point plan outlining ways in which local authorities can support their theatres has been released by the Theatres Trust. It urges

How to Stage a Must-Go Gala by American Theatre Editors

Dos and don’ts for making your annual fundraising bash rewarding, in all senses.

Pasek & Paul, Laurie Metcalf & More React to OSCAR Nomination by BroadwayWorld

The nominations for the 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS were announced this morning on a global live stream from the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Los Angeles. As usual theater stars and th…

Josephine: A Burlesque Cabaret Dream Play by Joel Benjamin

The main event, however, is the performance of Harris who doesn’t just imitate Baker but uses her own gifts to illuminate the multitalented cult figure.  It’s as if Baker has brought ou…

REVIEW: Lady Windermere’s Fan, Vaudeville Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Mark Ludmon reviews Kathy Burke’s hilarious revival of Oscar Wilde’s Lady Windermere’s Fan at the Vaudeville Theatre This post REVIEW: Lady Windermere’…

‘Particularly striking’: GISELLE (Royal Ballet) – Royal Opera House by Simon Parris

This performance of Peter Wright’s highly traditional production of Giselle brought a significant role debut, as young Australian Benjamin Ella premiered as Albrecht, which is the biggest …

Johanna Town, lighting designer: ‘I want to be a springboard to bring out the best in people’ by David Walker

Since being bitten by the lighting bug at the tender age of 10, Johanna Town has carved out an impressive career with

Theatre News: Natasha Bucknor, Karena Johnson and Sam Jones in new Tonic Celebrates event

The latest Tonic event will take place later this month

Theater News: Immersive Rock of Ages Coming to Los Angeles

The rock musical will return to the stage.

Theater News: National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Announces Spring-Summer 2018 Season

In addition to the U.S. premiere of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish, the company will present staged readings of The Tenth Man and King of the Jews.

Video Flash: Introducing the First-Ever Broadway Cast of The Boys in the Band

Andrew Rannells, Jim Parsons, and the rest of the ensemble sit down to talk about the play's upcoming Broadway debut.

Audra McDonald Will Be Honored with National Equality Award from Human Rights Campaign by Broadway.com

Broadway star Audra McDonald will be presented with the Human Rights Campaign's National Equality Award at the organization's 2018 annual gala. McDonald will be bestowed with the hon…

Oscar Nominees Denzel Washington And Laurie Metcalf Head Back To Broadway by Lee Seymour

Veteran producer Scott Rudin is the man behind both stage endeavors, along with Best Picture nominee 'Lady Bird'.

Broadway Stars Light-Up Oscar Nominations by Mark A. Robinson

With this morning’s announcement of the Academy Award nominations, the Broadway community was well-represented among the honorees who will be vying for the Oscar statuettes in categories o…

See Paul Rudd Host the Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit for SAY by Hannah Vine

Thomas Kail, Chilina Kennedy, Betsy Wolfe, and more came out to celebrate the Stuttering Association for the Young in New York City.

Why Was the Funniest Song in La Cage aux Folles Cut in Boston? by Seth Rudetsky

This week, Seth gets the inside scoop on the creation of the hit Jerry Herman musical.

Hamlet from Shakespeare Theatre Company – cue the comedy (review) by Tim Treanor

Be honest with me: when you saw Michael Urie in his one-actor show, Buyer and Cellar, about working in Barbara Streisand’s basement, did you think “Hey, that guy should play Haml…

Arts Council rebrands funding schemes by Georgia Snow

Arts Council England has renamed its grant-giving programmes for the next four-year funding period. The 2018-22 funding period begins in April with

Dan Lauria to Star in The Stone Witch Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Wonder Years actor is tapped for the new play, which will open at the Westside Theatre in March.

Broadway Legend Chita Rivera Weighs In on Diversity, HAMILTON, and 'Gifted' Lin-Manuel Miranda by BroadwayWorld

While discussing her current show, 'Chita and Tune Just In Time', Broadway's Chita Rivera gave her thoughts on the current state of the theatre.

Real questions of race invite themselves into 'Wonderful Birthday Suit' by Kerry Reid

On the surface, children’s birthday parties are loud, joyous affairs. But if you’ve had a child, or been a child, you know how fraught they can be. They provide us with some of our earli…

The expertly scuffed-up sound of Marc Ribot at Cafe Oto, London

The guitarist’s solo set had a free-flowing, improvisatory feel

Photo Flash: Go Inside O BABY MINE: SING A SONG OF SHAKESPEARE at Joe's Pub by BroadwayWorld

The popular recording O BABY MINE: SING A SONG OF SHAKESPEARE made its triumphant live concert debut Sunday at Joe's Pub. Released in 2014, O BABY MINE: SING A SONG OF SHAKESPEARE is an albu…

ROCK OF AGES Seeks Venue for 2018 Los Angeles Sit Down Production by BroadwayWorld

Matthew Weaver of Media Weaver Entertainment, announced today plans for a 2018 Los Angeles sit - down production of the critically - acclaimed, international Broadway hit ROCK OF AGES by Chr…

Lucky Strike! Stage & Screen Stars Step Out for Paul Rudd's Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit by Lindsey Sullivan

A gaggle of glamorous stars rocked bowling shoes for a great cause on January 22. Paul Rudd hosted his annual All-Star Bowling Benefit at Lucky Strike Lanes. The event raises funds to send y…

PHOTOS: Cast and guests enjoy opening night party for ‘The Chosen’ by Fountaintheatre

A beautiful and heartfelt performance was followed by a lively party as cast and audience members celebrated the opening of The Chosen at the Fountain Theatre on Saturday night, January 20th…

The Birthday Party at the Harold Pinter Theatre, London — mystery and menace

Toby Jones shines a new light on his character Stanley in this fine revival of Pinter’s drama

Tony Winners Victoria Clark and Harriet Harris Set for Concert Reading of New Musical Between the Lines by Andrew Gans

Jeff Calhoun will direct the presentation of the musical penned by Elyssa Samsel, Kate Anderson, and Timothy Allen McDonald.

Bette Midler Breakout Film The Rose Being Adapted into a Broadway Musical by Broadway.com

The 1979 film The Rose is getting the stage musical treatment, according to Variety. Grammy-winning songwriter Glen Ballard, who penned the score to Broadway's Ghost The Musical, is…

‘’The Son of Bigfoot’’ at Phoenix Cinema, London by Blouin Artinfo

Phoenix Cinema in London will be hosting the screening of the Belgian and French computer-animated comedy-drama film "The Son of Bigfoot."The film is directed by the founder of ‘nWave Pict…

‘’The Brothers Size’’ at Young Vic Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Young Vic Theatre in London is hosting the stage performance of the American playwright and actor Tarell Alvin McCraney’s play "The Brothers Size."A Young Vic and Actors Touring Company pr…

‘’The Turn of the Screw’’, at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in London will be hosting the stage performance of the 1898 novella by Henry James - "The Turn of the Screw."The play is directed for the stage by British thea…

Broadway Grosses w/e 1/21/2018: I’ve got good news. And bad news.

The following are the Broadway grosses for the week ending January 21, 2018. The Broadway grosses are courtesy of The Broadway League Read more here:

Text of the Day: Rita, Sue & Bob Too by Aleks Sierz

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

Theatre News: Exeter's Bike Shed Theatre to close

The south west theatre has announced it will close its doors at the end of March

Theatre News: Kathryn Hunter to lead RSC's Timon of Athens in new winter season

Michael Boyd will also return to direct Tamburlaine

Blogs: Vault Festival may be fun, but what is its real value for emerging theatre companies?

The eight week festival opens its doors this month

Theater News: Dan Lauria to Star in Off-Broadway Premiere of Shem Bitterman's The Stone Witch

Rupak Ginn and Carolyn McCormick will also star, with Steve Zuckerman directing.

Photo Flash: The Homecoming Queen Opens at Atlantic Theater

Awoye Timpo directs Ngozi Anyanwu's play running through February 11.

Black Men Walking: a hilly hike through 500 years of black British history by Bridget Minamore

A new play by the rapper Testament was inspired by a walking group from Yorkshire. Our writer steps out with them on a trek across the wild, windswept moorsOn the first Saturday of the month…

The Broadway.com Show: Chicago’s Kandi Burruss on Her Broadway Debut & Why Success Is ‘The Best Clapback’ by Broadway.com

From The Big Peach to The Big Apple! Real Housewives of Atlanta fave Kandi Burruss talks her dazzling Broadway debut in Chicago.

Read Reviews for Off-Broadway’s Party Face Starring Hayley Mills by Olivia Clement

See what critics think of Isobel Mahon’s comedy, now playing Off-Broadway following sold-out runs in Ireland.

English National Ballet dances onto cinema screens April by Robin Johnson

Akram Khan's Olivier Award-winning piece Giselle, performed by the English National Ballet, will be released in cinemas for the first time from 25 April 2018. The post English National Ball…

Cast Set for London Run of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul’s Dogfight by Andrew Gans

Performances begin at the Bridewell March 6.

Two women show themselves in 'Faceless' by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Courtroom drama explores issues of faith and identity

Autistic Actors, “Autistic Archetypes,” and Acting, in General by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Sam Ethan Rubin. Sam Ethan Rubin writes about being an actor on the autism spectrum.

Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein Suspended Following Sexual Misconduct Allegations by Ryan McPhee

Four women have come forward with stories detailing years of harassment, assault, and inappropriate comments.

Human Rights Campaign Will Honor Audra McDonald in February by Andrew Gans

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will speak at the gala event in Manhattan.

"The Final Year" at Curzon Cinemas, London by Blouin Artinfo

Curzon Cinemas is currently screening the 2017 documentary, "The Final Year". Directed by Greg Barker, the documentary follows former President of the States, Barack Obama during his la…

"A Bronx Tale"at Longacre Theatre, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Longacre Theatre is currently hosting the stage production of the widely-acclaimed musical, "A Bronx Tale". Based on the critically acclaimed play that inspired the now classic film, th…

Sarah Millican: Control Enthusiast review – a non-stop smut fest by Brian Logan

Marlowe theatre, CanterburyThe comic’s latest show is bursting with gags about bodily functions but reveals precious little about Millican herselfSarah Millican doesn’t appear much in th…

"Little By Little"at Film Forum, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Film Forum will soon be hosting the screening of Jean Rouch's 1970 film, "Little By Little."A sequel to his previous film, Jaguar, the movie takes Rouch's Nigerien collaborators Damoure Zika…

"Trouble No More" at Angelika Film Center, Washington by Blouin Artinfo

Angelika Film Center will soon be hosting the screening of the 2017 documentary "Trouble No More."Directed by Jennifer LeBeau, the film consists of live footage of Bob Dylan performing gospe…

Check Out the Opening Night of Off-Broadway’s Party Face Starring Hayley Mills by Hannah Vine

The new comedy by Isobel Mahon officially opened January 22 at City Center.

"24 Frames" at Walter Reade Theater, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Walter Reade Theater will soon be hosting the screening of the 2017 Iranian experimental film, "24 Frames."Directed by Abbas Kiarostami, the movie marks his final feature film before his dea…

The Beauty in Madness: ‘Miles for Mary’ by Matthew Wexler

The Mad Ones present an ensemble-based work set in the teacher's lounge of a 1980s Ohio high school.

“The Dinner of Cons” at Le Grenier, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

“The Dinner of Cons” will be on stage at Le Grenier, Paris.The play is described as a fierce, moving and funny to the core, presented by two talented actors.Young C ach Wednesday, sturdy…

“Farinelli and the King” at Shakespeare's Globe, London by Blouin Artinfo

“Farinelli and the King” is currently on stage at Shakespeare's Globe, London.The play is director John Dove’s captivating and superbly staged production. The runtime of the play is 2 …

How 'The Phantom of the Opera' Almost Never Came to Broadway by Marc Hershberg

Due to a battle over one actress, the longest-running show in Broadway history almost never came to New York.

Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, Jim Parsons, More Discuss Relevance of The Boys in the Band Before Broadway Premiere by Andrew Gans

Mart Crowley’s groundbreaking play will make its Broadway debut in April at the Booth Theatre.

‘Gripping & entertaining’: #Bunny @TristanBates ★★★★ > @FabricateTheatr by Debbie Gilpin

Bunny at the Tristan Bates Theatre is a one-woman show that plays with the ideas of surprise & suspense, thrillingly performed by Catherine Lamb – well worth a watch.

Film News: Laurie Metcalf, Allison Janney, Pasek & Paul, and More Receive Oscar Nominations

Broadway favorites are up for Hollywood's biggest award.

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'Something Rotten': A Comic Take On Elizabethan England At The Bushnell by Christopher Arnott

Blake Hammond’s back. As in back in time, in a show that sings “Welcome to the Renaissance.” As in back to the future, since he plays a prophet named Nostradamus. Hammond also finds hi…

Theater Review: “Road Show” — Sondheim’s Latest Gets Its Boston Premiere by Evelyn Rosenthal

Road Show is unlikely to top anyone’s list of Sondheim favorites, it’s an often entertaining take on a quintessentially American story.

FIRST LOOK: The Flying Lovers Of Vitebsk at Wilton’s Music Hall by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Kneehigh Theatre’s The Flying Lovers Of Vitebsk comes to Wilton’s Music Hall this week and we are pleased to bring you these great first look production photos of…

#RSC winter season revealed – Kathryn Hunter leads cast of Timon of Athens @TheRSC by Press Releases

The RSC’s new winter 2018 season will include new productions of Troilus and Cressida, Tamburlaine, and Timon of Athens (featuring Kathryn Hunter in the lead role).

Long Wharf Theatre's Artistic Director Accused Of Sexual Assault And Harassment

Four women have gone on the record describing persistent unwanted sexual contact by Gordon Edelstein. "Six other former employees, women and men, described frequent sexually explicit remarks…

Photo Coverage: Atlantic Theater Company Celebrates Opening Night of THE HOMECOMING QUEEN! by Jennifer Broski

Ngozi Anyanwu's The Homecoming Queen officially opened just last night at Atlantic Theater Company's Stage 2. The production, which is directed by Awoye Timpo, will play a limited engagement…

Laurie Metcalf and Denzel Washington Earn 2018 Oscar Nominations Ahead of Spring Broadway Bows by Ryan McPhee

Also among the nominees are two Tony- and Oscar-winning songwriting duos.

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 by Susan Grace

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‘Works on an impressively grand scale’: Matthew Bourne’s CINDERELLA – Sadler’s Wells & touring by Simon Parris

Celebrating the twentieth anniversary of its creation, this pristine revival of Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella is a very welcome choice for Sadler’s Wells annual Matthew Bourne winter seaso…

BROADWAY OLYMPICS III: Team ONCE ON THIS ISLAND by JK

Well, we are already up to week 3 of The Broadway Olympics, and this time around, you are selecting your favorite stars of the critically-acclaimed revival of Once On This Island! The cast i…

'Rock of Ages' will try to bring its big hair and Bon Jovi back to L.A. by Jessica Gelt

The Broadway hit “Rock of Ages” will try to return to its Los Angeles roots, one of the show’s producers says. Matthew Weaver of Media Weaver Entertainment said he wants to restage the…

.@arlenephillips & @sammalcassidy rework 27 as a new rock Myth with concerts @TheOtherPalace

Did you see Arlene Phillips and Sam Cassidy's rock musical 27 at the Cockpit Theatre in 2016? Well, now it's time to see it in its next stage of development as MYTH: THE RISE & FALL OF ORPHE…

Laurie Metcalf, Denzel Washington and Pasek & Paul Earn 2018 Oscar Nominations by Andy Lefkowitz

Laurie Metcalf and Denzel Washington, the Tony winners slated to return to Broadway this spring in Three Tall Women and The Iceman Cometh, respectively, and Dear Evan Hansen's Tony-winni…

Experience Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet—Without Dance by Simon Morrison

This month’s all-Prokofiev program at the New York Philharmonic is an opportunity to experience the composer’s musical storytelling in its purest form.

Denzel Washington, Laurie Metcalf, Pasek & Paul Among Theater Stars Nominated for 90th Annual OSCARS by Caryn Robbins

The nominations for the 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS were announced this morning on a global live stream. Find out which of your favorite theater stars received a nomination

Bon Anniversaire, Coquelin by Trav S.D.

There are many 19th century actors I wish I could go back in time to see. Benoît-Constant Coquelin  (1841-1909) is one of the few non-English speakers to make the list. Coquelin was the t…

Oscar 2018 Nominations by New York Theater

Guillermo del Toro’s “The Shape of Water” was nominated for 13 Oscars, just shy of the record, and Greta Gerwig became only the fifth woman in history nominated for best director, for …

Franz Kafka’s The Trial at Synetic Theater (review) by Susan Galbraith

In a world where facts are malleable, the working government gets shut down, good people are without protection of the law, bureaucrats are colluding with the powerful and mad, and officials…

Black Men Walking review at Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester – ‘powerful, political, lyrical’ by Charlotte Maxwell

“We walk”: chant Thomas, Matthew and Richard, repeatedly and rhythmically, as they walk through a landscape that is often perceived as “not

Becky Ann Baker on Playing the Mom Role and Why She Never Watched Herself on ‘Girls’ by Harry Haun

'I kinda find it horrifying to watch myself [on TV], especially since the invention of high-definition,' says actor Becky Ann Baker, who opens up Second Stage's 'Cardinal' on Broadway this m…

The Stage Scholarships 2018: Pauline Quirke Academy Studios London by Lisa Martland

In its inaugural year, the London-based academy gives free places on three of its courses, says Lisa Martland The Pauline Quirke Academy

10 questions with the cast of Mischief Movie Night by Robin Johnson

We did our best to catch out the improvisational geniuses of Mischief Movie Night, firing 10 quickfire questions which put their witty imaginations to the test. The post 10 questions with t…

The Donor Class Struggle by American Theatre Editors

As funding for the arts shifts inexorably from corporations to individuals, can theatres maintain their edge?

The Stage Scholarships 2018: Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts by Lisa Martland

Featured in CBBC’s School for Stars, the college offers places worth £200,000, writes Lisa Martland Ellie-Rose Eames, from Rochester in Kent, was

The Big Ask by American Theatre Editors

Artistic directors are increasingly involved in fundraising. Is that now officially part of the job description?

Careers in Development by American Theatre Editors

Four fundraisers talk about what keeps them going, and what it takes to keep the arts alive.

Everybody’s Asking by American Theatre Editors

Will the new tax law threaten charitable giving? We can't afford to wait to find out.

Stages of Emergency by American Theatre Editors

Three theatres that didn’t let a crisis stop them—or go to waste.

Where’s Our Share? by American Theatre Editors

A healthy economy may be one pretext for renewed fundraising appeals---but then again, so could an unpredictable new tax regime.

Seven drama schools where academic achievement is also top class by Samantha Marsden

Children who attend full-time stage school tend to shine in drama, singing and dance. But it’s also worth pointing out that the

Nominations Announced for 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS; Watch Live! by Caryn Robbins

The nominations for the 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS were announced this morning.Find out which of your favorite theater stars received a nomination

BWW's On This Day - January 23, 2018

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on January 23 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Dobama Theatre's 'Grounded,' a one-woman desert war drama, throttles into the wild gray yonder (review) by Andrea Simakis

Anjanette Hall is a hotshot pilot sidelined by pregnancy and redeployed to the UAV Chair Force.

Review: Review: Lady Windermere's Fan (Vaudeville Theatre)

Jennifer Saunders stars in Kathy Burke's production of the comedy classic

VIDEO: STORIES BY HEART's John Lithgow Discusses Talking Audience Members & More by BroadwayWorld

On last night's LATE NIGHT, John Lithgow stopped by to talk about his Broadway show STORIES BY HEART and tells Seth a couple of dramatic and funny theater stories involving talking audience …

National Theatre announces Absolute Hell casting by Robin Johnson

The National Theatre has announced exciting ensemble casting for its upcoming production of Blitz-set drama Absolute Hell, directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins. The post National Theatre announces A…

'Tosca' to air as part of Met Opera's 'Live in HD' series by Mike Silverman

NEW YORK (AP) -- You've probably heard how all three original stars dropped out of the Metropolitan Opera's new "Tosca" and how the conductor had t…

ICYMI News: Simon Russell Beale, Ben Miles & Adam Godley play brother bankers in The Lehman Trilogy by Press Releases

In the much-anticipated, upcoming English-language premiere of Stefano Massini’s The Lehman Trilogy, Adam Godley, Ben Miles and Simon Russell Beale will play the roles of the Lehman brothe…

How Parents in the Performing Arts is giving theatre a creche course in caring by Jo Caird

Established just two years ago, Parents in the Performing Arts has launched a charter and toolkit to help theatres become inclusive and

A.C.T. names Pam MacKinnon as its new artistic director by Jessica Gelt

Pam MacKinnon is a hot commodity on Broadway, where her work has scored Tony, Drama Desk and Obie awards, but now the director is headed west: American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco …

World War II love story continued: See Rock City at Washington Stage Guild (review) by Emily Priborkin

History books shroud World War II with specific imagery: soldiers, Nazi salutes, atomic bombs, Rosie the Riveter, and a victorious kiss from a sailor in Times Square. But See Rock City break…

Photo Coverage: Broadway Stars Support the Sixth Annual Paul Rudd All Star Bowling Benefit for SAY by Walter McBride

Broadway came out last night for the Sixth Annual Paul Rudd All-Star Bowling Benefit to support SAY The Stuttering Association for the Young. Attendees included Mike Adam, Lazaro Arbos, Kate…

‘Diverting if sometimes puzzling’: THE WAR HAS NOT YET STARTED – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★ by Carole Woddis

The second of a brace of plays running in rep at the Southwark Playhouse, Russian writing star, Mikhai Durnenkov’s The War Has Not Yet Started – featuring Mark Quartley, Sarah Hadland an…

RSC to stage first gender-balanced production as part of winter season by Matthew Hemley

The Royal Shakespeare Company is to stage its first full-length Shakespeare play to feature a gender-balanced cast, with a staging of Troilus

Birmingham Royal Ballet and ZooNation join associates scheme at Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre by Matthew Hemley

The Mayflower Theatre in Southhampton has launched an associates scheme that includes Birmingham Royal Ballet, English National Ballet and performer Earl Carpenter.

Exeter’s award-winning Bike Shed Theatre to close in March by Matthew Hemley

Exeter’s Bike Shed Theatre is to close after eight years, citing funding issues. Management of the theatre said its bar, which is

Photo Coverage: PARTY FACE Opens at City Center by Walter McBride

The New York Premiere of Party Face, a new comedy by Isobel Mahon'Glenroe,' 'Fair City' and directed by Amanda Bearse 'Married...With Children', opened yesterday, January 22, at City Center …

NEWS: Laurie Sansom revives Kiss of the Spider Woman at Menier by Press Releases

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced a major new production of Kiss of the Spider Woman, which will be directed by former National Theatre of Scotland artistic director Laurie Sansom, …

Felicity Dean to play A Princess Undone at Park Theatre by Robin Johnson

Heralded stage and screen actress Felicity Dean (The Coast Of Utopia, National; older Elizabeth I in the 2017 Channel 5 docu-drama) will portray HRH The Princess Margaret in upcoming Park Th…

John Lithgow Rescued an Old Woman During a Live Show by Late Night With Seth Meyers

John Lithgow Got His First Acting Gig at Age 2 by Late Night With Seth Meyers

"The Flowers of St. Francis" at Anthology Film Archives, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Anthology Film Archives will soon be hosting the screening of the 1950 historical drama, "The Flowers of St. Francis."Directed by Roberto Rossellini and co-written by Federico Fellini. The m…

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, January 23, 2018 by James Marino

Listen: The Public Unveils a Unique Shakespeare in the Park Season, is Katherine McPhee Heading to the Diner, and Howard Sherman on the Eternal Power of “Our Town.” “Today …

"Forgetting Cheyene" at Le Brady, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

“Forgetting Cheyene” will be screened at Le Brady, Paris.The runtime of the French film is 1 hour 30 minutes. The film is directed by Valérie Minetto and jointly written by Valérie Min…

"The 15:17 to Paris" at Cobble Hill Theater, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Cobble Hill Theater will soon be hosting the screening of 2018 thriller/biography, "The 15:17 to Paris."Directed by Clint Eastwood, the movie tells the real-life story of three men whose bra…

"I And You" at Globe Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

“I And You” will be on stage at Globe Theatre, London.The Lauren Gunderson play, “I and You” is about life, youth, love, and the strange power of human connect. The story is about a …

"The Ferryman (West End)" at Royal Court Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Jez Butterworth’s “The Ferryman (West End)” will be on stage at Royal Court Theatre, London.Sonia Friedman Productions along with Neal Street Productions and Royal Court Theatre Produc…

Charlie Mars at Pier 26 of City Vineyard, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Charlie Mars will perform at Pier 26 of City Vineyard, New York.This winter, the venue will be transformed into a cozy, intimate music scene for artists to perform against the gorgeous backg…

"Ehnes and Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet" at New York Philharmonic, New York by Blouin Artinfo

"Ehnes and Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet" will be on stage at New York Philharmonic, New York.The Philharmonic devotes this concert to Russian composer, conductor and pianist Sergei Sergeyevi…

Enter Shikari + Single Mothers & Milk Teeth at Music Hall of Williamsburg, New York by Blouin Artinfo

Enter Shikari + Single Mothers & Milk Teeth will perform at Music Hall of Williamsburg, New York.The British rock band, Enter Shikari recently released their new album titled “The Spar…

Yasmine Hugonnet: "Le Récital des Postures" at Sadler's Wells Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Swiss Choreographer, Yasmine Hugonnet will present "Le Récital des Postures" at Sadler's Wells Theatre, London.“Le Récital des Postures” is a silent concert for one instrument. And tha…

"Two Feet" at Music Hall of Williamsburg, New York by Blouin Artinfo

“Two Feet” will be performing at Music Hall of Williamsburg, New York.American singer Bill Dess is better known as Two Feet. He recently released the song, “I Feel Like I'm Drowning.�…

Photo Coverage: Meet the Broadway-Bound Cast of PRETTY WOMAN! by Walter McBride

PRETTY WOMAN THE MUSICAL will begin performances on Broadway on Friday, July 20, 2018, at The Nederlander Theatre 208 West 41st Street, with an official opening night of Thursday, August 16,…

Jane Eyre review at Octagon Theatre, Bolton – ‘bruising and visceral’ by Chris Bartlett

The Octagon follows up last year’s brilliantly atmospheric retelling of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall with another visit to Bronte country. The

NEWS: Charles Edwards, Kate Fleetwood, Jonathan Slinger feature in NT’s Absolute Hell cast by Press Releases

The ensemble cast for the National Theatre's forthcoming revival of Rodney Ackland's 1952 play Absolute Hell, directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins, includes Charles Edwards, Kate Fleetwood and Jonat…

BWW Morning Brief January 23rd, 2018: 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS Nominees Are Announced Today, and More! by Stephanie Wild

Good morning BroadwayWorld Today's top stories The nominations for the 90th annual Academy Awards are announced today, and more

The Green Room: Is theatre in the UK too centred on London? by Jon Dryden Taylor

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details…​​ Albert

Impropera’s David Pearl: ‘My first job was a soloist at the Royal Opera. I was nine’ by John Byrne

My first job was as a soloist at the Royal Opera House, aged nine. That’s why people often tell me I started

Diversity School Initiative’s Mumba Dodwell: ‘We need more forum theatre in today’s political climate’ by John Byrne

How did you start off in theatre? I moved to England just before I turned eight and always wanted to be an

‘Wowed me so much I’m keen to see the production again’: GALLOWGLASS – Touring ★★★★★ by Helen McWilliams

Gallowglass, the world premiere stage adaptation of one of Ruth Rendell’s classics, has wowed me to the point where I’m keen to see the production again.

Fellow Ozians: @WickedUK is now booking until May 2019. (And we love this pic of @BradleyJaden & @SophieEvans)

WICKED has announced the opening of its (wait for it!) 25th new booking period. Over 500,000 new tickets for the smash-hit, telling the untold story of the witches of Oz, are now being relea…

Woman Before a Glass review – the art and heartache of Peggy Guggenheim by Lyn Gardner

Jermyn Street theatre, LondonLanie Robertson’s one-woman play mines the American heiress and art collector’s turbulent life for gossipThe American heiress Peggy Guggenheim called the wor…

Review: The Birthday Party at The Harold Pinter Theatre by Amelia Forsbrook

Power play: Amelia Forsbrook reviews Ian Rickson's production of Pinter. The post Review: The Birthday Party at The Harold Pinter Theatre appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

Feature: Innovation and Inclusivity: A Closer Look at VAULT Festival 2018 by Errol Kerr

Vault Festival is back, and larger than ever. Catering to more and more people, VAULT has shifted to accommodate a more adventurous and excitable audience, and the Festival Directors are com…

Farewell to The Bike Shed Theatre by David Byrne

Today, Exeter's Bike Shed Theatre announces that it will close at the end of March. Here's David Byrne on what makes the venue so magical. The post Farewell to The Bike Shed Theatre appeared…

REVIEW: Bitches Down Under, Above The Stag ✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves Bitches Down Under! Above The Stag 17th January 2018 3 Stars Book Now Fans of light, frothy, gay-flava’ed serials will welcome this third instalment in the continuing s…

Review: Resolution, 19 January by Ka Bradley

Ka Bradley reviews Some People Say, Father Figurine and Reclaim the word slut! as part of Resolution 2018. The post Review: Resolution, 19 January appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

Ep15 - John Lithgow by Variety

The film, TV and stage veteran talks about his new Broadway show, "Stories By Heart" -- and reveals that even he feels like a fraud sometimes.

Lady Windermere's Fan, Vaudeville Theatre, review - Wilde abandoned by David Benedict

Jennifer Saunders gets laughs, but Kathy Burke's lamentable production misses the pointImagine, if you will, discovering a ninth-rate old melodrama about upper-class nonsense, hiring a …

With Great Research Comes Great Responsibility by Joe Patti

One of the more positive developments in the last decade or so has been the increased investment in research about factors that impact arts and cultural organizations.  Even better news, in…

Margate’s Theatre Royal on most endangered list, says Theatres Trust by Giverny Masso

Margate’s Theatre Royal has been named the UK’s second-most endangered theatre, as part of a list that sees Brighton Hippodrome claim the

This week’s best theatre shows: our critics’ picks (January 23) by The Stage

Don’t miss John – National Theatre, London Annie Baker’s hypnotic, Pulitzer-winning play The Flick was one of the National Theatre’s biggest successes

More than 30 UK theatres at risk of being lost by Mark Brown Arts Correspondent

Theatres Trust’s annual risk register lists 35 buildings that could vanish Theatres around the UK are in danger of being lost for ever unless more local authorities start seeing them as op…

Podcast: Why music changed in 1968

FT critics debate the year’s most important songs

The Black Eyed Peas on Working With Jaden Smith, Snoop Dogg, & More by Young Hollywood

The Black Eyed Peas on Working With Jaden Smith, Snoop Dogg, & MoreYH heads to the Into Action event where art and activism come together and we catch up with none other than Will.i.am, Tabo…

Shakespeare in the Rough by Lindsay Price

Episode 199: Shakespeare in the rough Have you ever thought about performing outside with your students? What’s it like to rehearse and perform Shakespeare outside?  In this episode we ta…

Film Review: “A Woman, a Part” — Leaving the Business by Gerald Peary

Credit director Elisabeth Subrin for being resourceful in incorporating her cast’s real-life situations into her storytelling.

Go Inside Playbill's Escape to Margaritaville Pop-Up Preview Event by Marc J. Franklin

The cast and creative team joined Playbill at the Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel for a look at the new musical.

Shining a Spotlight on Mature Female Artists - Lumberyard's fest features three artists long absent from NYC stages

Lumberyard's fest features three artists long absent from NYC stages---When the leaders of Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts were planning their multidisciplinary Winter Festival at Ne…

IMPRESSIONS: American Realness Presents Claire Cunningham & Jess Curtis, Rosy Simas, and Neal Medlyn by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: American Realness Presents Claire Cunningham & Jess Curtis, Rosy Simas, and Neal Medlyn, "It can be very raw. Sometimes messy. Sometimes weird. And once in a while, performa…

Jerry Springer – The Opera Begins Previews Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Terrence Mann stars as Jerry Springer alongside Will Swenson as Satan in the New Group production.

1968: The Year that Music Changed