Monday, November 29, 2021 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical heads to Sydney in 2022

The post Moulin Rouge! The Musical heads to Sydney in 2022 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:46PM

Here’s to the ladies who lunch: one of Sondheim’s greatest achievements was writing complex women

The post Here’s to the ladies who lunch: one of Sondheim’s greatest achievements was writing complex women appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:08PM

In a New Documentary, Remembering the Legacy of Waitress Creator Adrienne Shelly

A candid conversation with Shelly's widower, Andy Ostroy, who has continued her mission of spotlighting female artists and filmmakers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:06PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Australia’s iconic Theatre Royal Sydney opens to the public after multi million dollar refurbishment

The post Australia’s iconic Theatre Royal Sydney opens to the public after multi million dollar refurbishment appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:05PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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News: The Passing of Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021) by Susan Brall

I was most fortunate to spend a good part of my childhood through my twenties not far from Broadway. From 1957 to the middle 1990s, if you lived in New York, you were acutely aware of the ar…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:29PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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“Plot Points in Our Sexual Development” Captures Desire & Hope—at NCTC by Bdhorwitz

Miranda Rose Hall Reveals Longings for Love & Transition by Barry David Horwitz “Plot Points in Our Sexual Development” recalls the risks that young people take as they explore sexua…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 07:54PM

Where to start with Stephen Sondheim: 10 of the best from the maestro by Michael Billington

Discover the musical theatre titan through the life-changing cast album of Company, Imelda Staunton’s phenomenal turn in Gypsy, birthday concerts and his essential book on lyric writing So…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:24PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Stephen Sondheim, A Life Well Well Lived--- Elyse Sommer's laest blog ipdst by Elyse Sommer

 Elyse's Blog November 29, 2021 Update Stephen Sondheim, A Life Well Well Lived Unlike the many theater notables who knew him personally, I never knew St…

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 06:44PM

Dance Review: ‘The Nutcracker’ presented by The Classic Ballet Theatre of Maryland by Carolyn Kelemen

Until recently, the role of Clara in “The Nutcracker Suite” was mainly an acting part, played by a young girl in a pink nightgown. All she had to do was bop the mouse king with her shoe …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:40PM

The Humans — Stephen Karam's innovative adaptation of his splendid play . by Elyse Sommer

  . Elyse's Blog Newest: November 29, 2021 Latest Features About Onscreen and Live Theater The Humans — Steph…

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 06:40PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Livestreaming Book Talk: Mythic Imagination and the Actor by Marissa Chibás

By . Mabou Mines presents a conversation about the book Mythic

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:51PM

Watch: Faith Salie Shares How Her Solo Play Approval Junkie Went From Page to the Stage by Playbill

Developed in collaboration with and directed by Amanda Watkins, Faith Salie’s Approval Junkie, now playing Off-Broadway's Minetta Lane Theatre, is a personal story of a lifetime spent look…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:48PM

Show can’t go on: More performances of Broadway’s ‘Chicago’ KO’d over COVID by Patrick Reilly

Broadway's "Chicago" has canceled two more days of performances this week after several theater workers tested positive for COVID-19.

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:24PM

Take a First Look at New Playbills for The Music Man, MJ, and More by Andrew Ku

Check out some of the new and revised Playbill covers soon to hit theatres in the coming weeks!

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:17PM

On Permission by Hannah Meleokaiao Ayasse

I feel tension between practice and permission. I relish in the freedom and the challenge to make what I can make with the time and resources that I already have at my disposal.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 05:12PM

Review of The Humans as movie by Elyse Sommer

. The playwright has done a terrific job in adapting his fine play into an equally fine movie.

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 05:05PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Morning’s at Seven by Elyse Trevers

Siblings can be a blessing. It’s even nicer when they live nearby. In “Morning’s at Seven,” the revival of Paul Osborne’s play at the Theatre at St. Clement’s, they are a little …

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 04:57PM

The Beatles’ “Get Back” by Trav S.D.

Well…having already done an extensive post on The Beatles’ Let it Be, I didn’t know if Peter Jackson’s Get Back would supply me with sufficient fodder for an additional one, but, oh,…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 04:54PM

De-Mystifying the Playwriting Process, Part Two

By . WP Theater presents De-Mystifying the Playwriting Process, Part Two with Madeleine George, Basil Kreimendahl and Cori Thomas livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced Ho…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:33PM

Judge Rejects “Divine” Authority Claim Of Ex-‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Actor & Accused Rioter As “Gobbledygook” by Greg Evans

James Beeks, the actor fired last week from his gig as Judas in a touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar following his arrest for participation in the January 6 Capitol siege, will rem…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:27PM

24 Stephen Sondheim Shows, Concerts, and Documentaries to Stream by Logan Culwell-Block

Filmed versions of beloved productions, movie adaptations, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and more videos to remember and celebrate the legendary composer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:17PM

Broadway's Chicago Cancels More Performances After Breakthrough COVID Cases by Andrew Gans

The revival had already canceled its Saturday evening performance November 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:05PM

Nicole Scherzinger on 'Adding Her Own Flavor' to the Role of Grace Farrell on Annie Live! by Caitlin Moynihan

Grammy and Olivier Award nominee Nicole Scherzinger is getting ready to learn about the hard knock life as Grace Farrell in the upcoming Annie Live! on NBC. The live musical is set to air on…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:03PM

Broadway’s ‘Chicago’ Cancels Additional Performances Due To Covid by Greg Evans

The Broadway production of Chicago has canceled two additional days of performances due to cases of Covid at the venue, producers said today. The musical is now scheduled to resume performan…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:03PM

‘Chicago’ cancels additional Broadway performances due to COVID cases by Caitlin Huston

“Chicago” cancelled its Monday and Tuesday evening performances this week due to COVID-19 cases in the company. The production had originally cancelled its Saturday evening performance a…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 04:00PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Advent Carolndar's Creators Will Bring Christmas Musical Comedy Back to Social Media by Bethany Rickwald

Watch Julia Mattison and Joel Waggoner, creators of the Instagram holiday sensation, on FaceTime.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM

Geoffrey Johnson, Tony-Honored Casting Director of Cats, Les Misérables, Phantom, More, Dies at 91 by Ryan McPhee

Mr. Johnson’s theatrical career also included turns as an actor and stage manager.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:35PM

Moulin Rouge! The Musical coming to Sydney 2022 by Sean McLoughlin

Global Creatures today announced Moulin Rouge! The Musical will commence performances at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre on 28 May 2022. Tickets

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 03:22PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Remembering Geoffrey Johnson on THEATER TALK's "Star Quality: The World of Noël Coward" by Theater Talk Archive

The late Geoffrey Johnson (1930-2021) with Barry Day and André Bishop joined Susan Haskins-Doloff and Riedel for a tour through the STAR QUALITY: THE WORLD OF NOËL COWARD exhibition at The…

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:42PM

Gemma New returns to conduct powerful SLSO memorial concert for longtime Post-Dispatch critic by Fred Blumenthal Special To The Post-Dispatch

This weekend’s concerts by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra are dedicated to the memory of Post-Dispatch classical music critic Sarah Bryan Miller.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 02:33PM

Review: In ‘A Christmas Carol’ at Goodman Theatre, Scrooge says ‘welcome back’ and a city gives thanks for this longtime holiday show by Chris Jones

You’ll have to forgive me for seeing a little extra spring in Larry Yando’s step as the reformed Scrooge, rediscovering the world around him and heading out for dinner with family. “We…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:30PM

The West End goes dark in memory of Stephen Sondheim by Official London Theatre

At 7pm on Monday 29 November 2021, we stand at the Sondheim Theatre as the lights go dark on Shaftesbury Avenue in memory of legendary theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim.

SOURCE: YouTube at 02:19PM

Theatre Review: ‘Secret Things’ at 1st Stage by Mary Ann Johnson

“Secret Things,” now playing at 1st Stage is a heartfelt, beautifully-staged and acted play about the quest for identity and love. If you enjoy a healthy dose of magical realism, you wil…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:02PM

Six on ‘Six’ by Zackr

Our cohort got together to talk about their love of Six, the Broadway musical about the wives of Henry VIII, which recently opened on Broadway (read our review here). Framed as a pop concert…

SOURCE: didtheylikeit.com at 02:00PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Check Out New Photos of Nkeki Obi-Melekwe in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The Tony-nominated musical continues at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58PM

On the Road Theatre Review: ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ at Dutch Apple Theatre in Lancaster, PA by Dr. Mark Dreisonstok

There is a parade of trombones, the beat of snare drums, and a procession of young people in jaunty new band uniforms. We speak not of “The Music Man,” but instead another work by the sa…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:42PM

Listen to Lin-Manuel Miranda's Encanto Songs on This Week's Elaine Paige on Sunday by Broadway.com

Olivier-winning actress Elaine Paige is giving Broadway.com listeners a chance to hear her BBC Radio 2 show Elaine Paige on Sunday. On this week's episode, Paige is playing tunes from the ju…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

Geoffrey Johnson, Acclaimed Broadway Casting Director, Dead at 91 by Caitlin Moynihan

Geoffrey Johnson, the acclaimed casting director of over 90 Broadway productions including Cats, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Dreamgirls, Miss Saigon and more, died on November…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

No Ordinary Sunday: See Broadway's Brightest Gather Together to Pay Tribute to Stephen Sondheim by Lindsey Sullivan

Following the passing of Stephen Sondheim on November 26, the theater community did what they do best: gathered together in the heart of New York City to lift their voices as one. On Novembe…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

Watch Patti LuPone Interview Stephen Sondheim About Company and More by Lindsey Sullivan

Company star Patti LuPone sat down with Stephen Sondheim last year for an interview for CBS Sunday Morning. With the news of the Broadway titan's death on November 26, their conversation ha…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

Broadway's The Lehman Trilogy to Be Adapted into Television Series by Caitlin Moynihan

Stefano Massini's The Lehman Trilogy, which has been adapted by Ben Power and is currently running at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre, will be turned into a television series, according to Va…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical Will Perform Streaming Concert From Los Angeles

Original stars of the jukebox musical will gather for this one-night-only event at the Bourbon Room.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:42PM

RuPaul's Drag Race Star Rosé to Lead a New Musical Reading Directed by John Tartaglia by Billy McEntee

Fowl Play is a new musical comedy about two queer musical theatre writers who are commissioned to write an apology musical for a certain homophobic fried chicken corporation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:38PM

London’s West End Theaters to Dim Lights in Memory of Legendary Composer and Lyricist Stephen Sondheim by Naman Ramachandran

Theaters in London’s West End are getting ready to honor the memory of the late composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, who passed away at the age of 91 on Friday. The theaters will dim th…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:30PM

Theatre Review: ‘On The Farce Day of Christmas’ at Best Medicine Rep by Mary Ann Johnson

Best Medicine has staked out the comedy territory, and overall, they produce very funny shows. Throughout the closures of the pandemic, they produced a beautifully staged version of “Roari…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:27PM

Star-Studded Virtual Reading of The Normal Heart Will Get Encore Streaming Presentation by Dan Meyer

Plus, watch Jeremy Pope as Felix and Sterling K. Brown as Ned in a clip from the show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:09PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Lin-Manuel Miranda Says Putting Hamilton on Disney+ Amplified Demand for the Broadway Show by Billy McEntee

"It forever demolishes the idea that a beautifully shot version of your show diminishes the demand to see it live," Miranda said on CNBC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:52PM

‘He was a god for us’: actors on being side by side with Stephen Sondheim by Interviews By Chris Wiegand

Musical theatre stars Jenna Russell, Daniel Evans and Janie Dee remember working with their hero, and the unique demands and rewards of his songs Sam Mendes: ‘He was passionate, utterly op…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:48PM

Royal Ballet dancer to auction world’s first ballet NFTs by Harriet Sherwood Arts and Culture Correspondent

Natalia Osipova hopes to ‘broaden appeal’ of ballet by selling unique digital copies of performances She is one of the world’s most acclaimed dancers, dazzling audiences with performan…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:48PM

Under the Radar Festival Returns, Smaller but Still Funky by Sarah Bahr

The experimental festival at the Public Theater will return in person with fewer shows and, for the first time, performances outside New York City.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:36PM

As ‘Nutcracker’ Returns, Companies Rethink Depictions of Asians by Javier C. Hernández

Ballet companies are reworking the holiday classic partly in response to a wave of anti-Asian hate that has intensified during the pandemic.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:34PM

2021 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Brings in 25 Million Viewers by Billy McEntee

Watch performances from Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Annie Live!, among the shows that performed on Turkey Day

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM

Stars in the House Welcomes Emmy Winner Sharon Gless November 29 by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's daily series benefits The Actors Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM

One Short Day - DiNoia & Mason - WICKED - 95th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade [25-Nov-21] by Broadway Television Archive

One Short Day from WICKED music & lyrics by Stephen Schwartz Performed by Jennifer DiNoia, Ginna Claire Mason and the 2021 Broadway Cast of Wicked The 95th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Par…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:12PM

Ex-Wives/Six - SIX - 95th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade [25-Nov-21] by Broadway Television Archive

Ex-Wives / Six from SIX music & lyrics by Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss Performed by Adrianna Hicks, Courtney Mack, Abby Mueller, Brittney Mack, Samantha Pauly & Anna Uzele Julia Schade at the ke…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:12PM

Jordan Fisher - Together We Set Sail - Disney Cruise Line - Macy's Thanksgiving Parade [25-Nov-21] by Broadway Television Archive

@Jordan Fisher performs "Together We Set Sail" on Disney Cruise Line's Magic Meets the Sea float on NBC's 95th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Airdate: 25-Nov-21

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:12PM

Medley from Annie LIVE! - 95th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade [25-Nov-21] by Broadway Television Archive

"I Don't Need Anything But You" &" Tomorrow" from ANNIE LIVE! Music by Charles Strouse, Lyrics by Martin Charnin Performed by Celina Smith (Annie), @Harry Connick, Jr. (Oliver “Daddy” W…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:12PM

The Sparkling Diamond - MOULIN ROUGE! - 95th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade [25-Nov-21] by Broadway Television Archive

"The Sparkling Diamond (Diamonds Are Forever/Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend/Material Girl/Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)/Diamonds)" from @Moulin Rouge! The Musical arranged & orchestra…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:12PM

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas by Bruce Steele & Edwin Arnaudin

The latest iteration of this thoroughly entertaining holiday revue will kick-start your holiday season.

SOURCE: ashevillestages.com at 12:00PM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Tim Minchin on Matilda The Musical | Behind The Music by Official London Theatre

As the RSC's Matilda The Musical celebrate their 10th birthday on the West End, we take a deep dive into how it all began with Tim Minchin. Find out the inspiration behind When I Grow Up, hi…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:54AM

Public Theater Announces Programming for 18th Annual Under the Radar Festival

The festival resumes live performances for its 2022 season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:48AM

Mary Testa Will Star in Reading of New Musical Everyone Comes to Elaine's by Andrew Gans

Three-time Tony nominee Testa will play restaurateur Elaine Kaufman in the reading directed by Jeff Calhoun.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Watch Company Star Patti LuPone Interview Stephen Sondheim on His Legacy, Background in Acting by Logan Culwell-Block

The late composer-lyricist sat down with one of his primary interpreters for a newly released video, filmed just before his 90th birthday in 2020.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM

Watch: Faith Salie Shares How Her Solo Play Approval Junkie Went From Page to the Stage by Roberto Araujo

The play from the Emmy winner continues through December 12 at the Minetta Lane Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:15AM

Ciara Renée Talks WAITRESS, Prop Work, and Reuniting with Co-Star Joshua Henry by BroadwayWorld

Watch the full interview here: https://bway.world/CiaraReneeInterview Watch as Ciara Renée tells us more about her time in rehearsals and getting Broadway-ready! Everyone knows that Thank…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:12AM

The Broadway Play Logos Tournament: The Big 32 (Part One) by JK

Show art lovers and theater fans! After 4 weeks voting in record numbers (thank you all so much), you've brought the 64 competitors down to The Big 32! Over the next two weeks, you'll vote a…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 11:06AM

‘A worthwhile take on a much-loved classic’: ABIGAIL’S PARTY – Park Theatre by Shanine Salmon

The first thing you’ll notice when you enter the auditorium is the incredible set design which brings you right into Beverley and Laurence Moss’s decadent lounge.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Remembering Stephen Sondheim, the Man

Sondheim, dead at 91, lived long enough to see his own legacy form, for better or for worse.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:42AM

TV Adaptation of The Lehman Trilogy in the Works by Dan Meyer

The play, currently on Broadway, follows the 163-year saga of the namesake financial giant.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:41AM

Andrea McArdle Exits NBC's Annie Live! by Talaura Harms

The Tony nominee was set to appear as Eleanor Roosevelt in the live special.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:27AM

21 Greater Boston holiday shows to brighten your December by Peter Chianca

Check out our curated holiday entertainment calendar — and let us know your own family's live show traditions. The post 21 Greater Boston holiday shows to brighten your December appeared f…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 10:20AM

ABC News to Present Primetime Special on Stephen Spielberg's West Side Story

A special edition of 20/20 will feature interviews with Spielberg, Rita Moreno, and the stars of the upcoming film remake.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:12AM

Broadway Community Performs "Sunday" in Times Square in Memory of Stephen Sondheim

A huge group gathered on the red steps yesterday to perform the first act closer from Sunday in the Park With George.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:12AM

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Stage Adaptation Will Tour U.K. Prior to West End by Andrew Gans

Lucy Bailey will direct Deborah Moggach's adaptation of her best-selling novel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08AM

Stephen Sondheim in memoriam - he gave us more to see by Matt Wolf

The master of musicals remembered, and revered

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 10:04AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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See Photos Inside the Broadway Community’s Times Square Tribute to Stephen Sondheim by Playbill Staff

The stars gathered in Manhattan’s Duffy Square November 28 to sing “Sunday” from Sunday in the Park With George in honor of the late composer-lyricist’s legacy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:53AM

Dominique Morisseau Cancels Los Angeles Production of Paradise Blue Due to Reports of Workplace Abuse by Dan Meyer

The play opened at Geffen Playhouse November 18 and was scheduled to run through December 12.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:53AM

Bette Midler: The people’s diva by Peter Marks

From Dolores De Lago to "Dolly!" to "Beaches," the stellar career of Kennedy Center honoree Bette Midler spans decades and genres.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 09:48AM

Check Out Photos of The Wiz at the U.K.’s Hope Mill Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The soulful re-imagining of The Wizard of Oz officially opened in Manchester November 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM

GRACE NOTES: Monday, November 29, 2021 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:25AM

Theatre Royal Sydney declared open! by Aussie Theatre

Theatre Royal Sydney is thrilled to be opening its doors to the public after a complete refurbishment that has transformed

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:03AM

Colin Trudell and Cass Morgan to Lead Jim Henson's Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas Off-Broadway

The new musical will be presented at the New Victory Theater this holiday season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:03AM

Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles, More Members of the Broadway Community Celebrate Sondheim by Bethany Rickwald

The stars gathered in Manhattan's Duffy Square to celebrate the composer-lyricist's life and art singing "Sunday" from Sunday in the Park With George.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM

Review: ‘Babette’s Feast’ marks Taproot Theatre’s return to live performances by Dusty Somers

Taproot Theatre's first play back from pandemic closures is "Babette's Feast," adapted from Isak Dinesen's 1950 short story, about a refugee from Paris who cooks a lavish feast for a pious f…

SOURCE: www.seattletimes.com at 09:00AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Merle Travis: Picking Pioneer by Trav S.D.

Given the later arrival of Merle Haggard and all manner of country music Travises, younger people could almost be forgiven for assuming the name Merle Travis (1917-1983) was a sort of made-u…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:06AM

Keeping It Clean: ComedySportz Chicago Moves to The Den Theatre by Carl Kozlowski

“The shows are so competitive and physical that they’re as close to sports as you can get with improv.”

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 08:00AM

NEWS: Dirty Dancing returns to West End for 11 weeks at Dominion Theatre by Press Releases

Hit screen-to-stage musical Dirty Dancing returns to the West End in February next year for an 11-week run from 2 February 2022.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM

How does the Goodman Theatre try out new plays? New Stages is back with free live performances in December by Jerald Pierce

Audiences can get an early look at theater’s future. “New Stages is a really important part of our new-work pipeline,” said director of new works Jonathan L. Green. “It feels great t…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:00AM

A Candid Conversation About Raleigh Little Theatre’s CINDERELLA by Lauren Van Hemert

About the Guests Heather J. Strickland started as the Executive Director of Raleigh Little Theatre in June 2020. Prior to joining RLT, Heather was the Communications and Development Director…

SOURCE: Beltline to Broadway at 08:00AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Monday, November 29, 2021 by Matt Tamanini

Matt and Ashley Remember Stephen Sondheim and Look Back at a Weekend of Tributes “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the d…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

PHOTOS: Meet the cast of Albany Theatre’s Coventry-set A Christmas Carol, now in rehearsals by Featured Content

Paul Nolan, the Coventry veteran who now stars as Scrooge in the Albany Theatre's new locally-set A Christmas Carol, hopes this brand-new version "awakens our hearts and haunts us pleasantly…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:34AM

Sam Mendes on Stephen Sondheim: ‘He was passionate, utterly open and sharp as a knife’ by Sam Mendes

From their exhilarating collaborations to a supper for two that ended in tears, the director shares his most personal memories of the musicals legend who took theatre to extraordinary new he…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:33AM

New 2023 dates for Ring Cycle Brisbane by Aussie Theatre

Following this year’s postponement of the premiere of the world’s first fully digital Ring Cycle, Opera Australia today announced the

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:27AM

Joaquina Kalukango and Amanda Williams on Creative Freedom by Nneka McGuire

The “Slave Play” actress and the Chicago-based artist discuss generational gaps, success and the art that brought them each acclaim.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:12AM

Sondheim The Mourning After. #StageworthyNews by New York Theaterh

The outpouring after the sudden death of Stephen Sondheim the day after Thanksgiving has been overwhelming — in innumerable encomiums (e.g. “an artistic genius on the level of Shakespear…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 07:10AM

Cyber Monday West End Theatre Tickets from £15 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Cyber Monday West End theatre tickets from £15 are now available for your favourite productions. This post Cyber Monday West End Theatre Tickets from £15 first appeared on …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:05AM

The Good Life, Richmond Theatre review - popular sitcom gets its own origin story by Gary Naylor

★★★ THE GOOD LIFE Nostalgic comedy with a surprising resonance 45 years on  Tom, Barbara, Jerry and Margo are back in the '70s, but with a message for today "Off-grid" wasn't a thing…

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 07:03AM

Doomed to be unheard: Malvina Reynolds’ music retells Cassandra myth at Shotgun Players by Lily Janiak

The folk singer-songwriter, who never had wide name recognition, gets new life in the form of a piece by theater artist Beth Wilmurt.

SOURCE: San Francisco Chronicle at 07:00AM

Why should you see Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club? by Emma Clarendon

Love London Love Culture's Emma Clarendon outlines the top five reasons why you should (if you can) catch the new West End revival of Cabaret, starring Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Black Presents Annie Live Viewing Party Dec 2nd by Broadway Black

You’re Invited! It’s the time of year for holiday cheer and live musicals! December 2nd NBC’s Annie Live! is sure to make you fully dressed with a smile. Join us for a one-of-a-kind Br…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 06:43AM

The growing legacy of Stephen Sondheim by Charles Isherwood

There is heartbreak in the timing of the death of Stephen Sondheim, the composer and lyricist who came to tower above all others in the last 50 years of Broadway theater.  His death precede…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 06:30AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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ShentonSTAGE Daily for MONDAY NOVEMBER 29 by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post ShentonSTAGE Daily for MONDAY NOVEMBER 29 first appeared on Shenton Stage.

SOURCE: shentonstage.com at 05:49AM

Dirty Dancing to play season at Dominion Theatre London in 2022 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story Live On Stage will play a season at London's Dominion Theatre from February 2022 as the original film celebrates its 35th anniversary. This …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:40AM

Stephen Sondheim: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Josh Groban join Times Square performance in memory of composer by Maanya Sachdeva

‘In his remembrance, we did what theatre does best. We sang and raised our voices and came together in community,’ said singer Sara Bareilles

SOURCE: The Independent at 05:18AM

That Was the Week That Was by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post That Was the Week That Was first appeared on Shenton Stage.

SOURCE: shentonstage.com at 05:00AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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My 2004 interview with Stephen Sondheim by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post My 2004 interview with Stephen Sondheim first appeared on Shenton Stage.

SOURCE: shentonstage.com at 03:11AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre Royal Officially Opens! by David Hooley

The Sydney Theatre Royal is now officially (re) Open! For two years now, theatres around the world have gone dark,

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:47AM
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Rena Matsui Tackles Shakespeare in an All-Female “Julius Caesar” by Nobuko Tanaka

Rena Matsui always knew she wanted to enter the acting world, and launching her career by performing in idol-pop groups was all part of her plan. She started out as a member of the Nagoya-ba…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 01:48AM

“Cruel Games”—A Soviet Play in Post-Soviet Realities by Emiliia Dementsova

Cruel Games at the Mossovet Theater is not just the name of a forgotten play by Alexei Arbuzov, but a new genre by the theatre’s recently appointed artistic director, Yevgeny Marchelli. Th…

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Stephen Sondheim Remembered by David Dow Bentley III

By DAVID DOW BENTLEY III “The People’s Critic“ As the world mourns the recent loss of legendary musical genius, Stephen Sondheim, I was moved to look back over the many times in the la…

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Musical Mondays #46 by Gabi Bergman

Welcome back to Musical Mondays! In case you’re new here, this column is a peek into the depths of the

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Monday, November 29, 2021 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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DAY IN THE LIFE OF DANCE: With Gratitude, Looking Back at AMERICAN LYRIC , a Commission by Kaatsbaan Cultural Park- Considering Nature, Music, Dance a by The Dance Enthusiast

In DAY IN THE LIFE OF DANCE: With Gratitude, Looking back at AMERICAN LYRIC, a Commission by Kaatsbaan Cultural Park- Considering Nature, Music, Dance and Native American Heritage -Pianist H…

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IMPRESSIONS: Gibney Company at The Joyce Theater with Choreography by Rena Butler, Alan Lucien Øyen, and Sonya Tayeh by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: Gibney Company at The Joyce Theater with Choreography by Rena Butler, Alan Lucien Øyen, and Sonya Tayeh, "What is most striking about the Gibney Company is the prowess of t…

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Joshua Henry Joins Ciara Renée in Waitress on Broadway November 29 by Ryan McPhee

Tyrone Davis Jr. also steps into the role of Ogie in the Sara Bareilles-Jessie Nelson musical.

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