Tuesday, October 22, 2024

AT Education Monthly: Fall Season, Community Engagement, and the Business of Acting by American Theatre Editors

This month, Allison heads to the former home of artist Frederic Edwin Church and readers uplift their mentors.

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Introducing Francesca D'Uva's THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG! by Playwrights Horizons

Get tickets now! bit.ly/FavoriteSongPH THIS IS MY FAVORITE SONG Written and performed by Francesca D'Uva Directed by Sam Max In a world transformed by loss, Francesca D’Uva finds humor�…

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"Home" from James Ijames' GOOD BONES | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

New York Premiere GOOD BONES By James Ijames Directed by Saheem Ali Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames explores gentrification and the growing price of the American dream in…

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Mimi Hines, Star of ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway, Dies at 91 by Jack Dunn

Mimi Hines, the Canadian comedian and stage actress who succeeded Barbra Streisand in the Broadway production of “Funny Girl,” has died. She was 91. Hines died of natural causes on Oct. …

SOURCE: Variety at 02:54PM

Mimi Hines, Comedian, Singer and Streisand’s Funny Girl Replacement, Dies at 91 by Darryn King

Mimi Hines, the Canadian actress, singer and comedian who replaced Barbra Streisand in Funny Girl, has died. Her death by natural causes, at her home in Las Vegas, was announced by her longt…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:12PM
Monday, October 21, 2024

DRAG The Musical by Margret Echeverria

Hey, You; crying in your martini about a particular Tuesday in November: This is New York City; home of some of the yummiest drag queens in the world.  Pay your tab and head on over to New …

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FUNNY GIRL Star Mimi Hines Passes Away at 91

Broadway is saddened to report the passing of Mimi Hines. Hines, a Canadian-born star of stage, television and nightclubs, died peacefully Monday at her home in Las Vegas of natural causes …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 1122: Corey Allen by Adam Szymkowicz

Corey Allen Hometown: San Diego, CA Current Town: Austin, TX, and Brooklyn, NY Q:  Tell me about Methods in Madness and Polly, a dumbshow for smart people desperate to survive the fal…

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‘Every fear you’re supposed to have as a New Yorker’: Lin-Manuel Miranda on rebooting cult movie The Warriors by Chris Wiegand

The creator of Hamilton and the writer Eisa Davis explain why they turned the classic film into a Jesus Christ Superstar-style concept album, with the help of hip-hop royalty – from Ghostf…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:31PM
Sunday, October 20, 2024

My Take: Broadway's "McNeal" Starring Robert Downey Jr. by Frank Rizzo

The show: “McNeal by Ayad Akhtar at Lincoln Center’s Vivian Beaumont Theatre. What makes it special?: It’s a new play by the Pulitzer Prize winner of “Disgraced,” as well as the Br…

SOURCE: ShowRiz at 07:12PM

WALDEN. by Corine Cohen

If you want to see,a marvelous play at THE TONY KISER, check out WALDEN. It is about a,family of NASA, space employees who are,trying to build a new, safe,home on The Moon and on Mars. It is…

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Autumn review – Ali Smith adaptation has humour and charm in spades by Kate Wyver

Park theatre, LondonIt is a treat to see this kaleidoscopic meditation on stories and the nature of time brought to the stage, even if at times the play struggles to hold the full weight of …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:06AM

Playbill - They're moving on up! Off-Broadway's Soho Rep.... - Facebook

Johnny Pomatto my guess is that they are leaving Walkerspace permanently and will produce at Playwrights while they look for a new home. 3 mos.

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Saturday, October 19, 2024

Zelig Williams’ Family Expands Search Area 2 Weeks After Broadway Dancer Went Missing by Glenn Garner

The search of Zelig Williams is continuing more than two weeks after the Broadway dancer went missing in South Carolina. After authorities discovered Zelig’s car in the parking lot of a hi…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:43PM

Missing ‘Hamilton’ Dancer’s Family Shares Message Amid Search: ‘We Will Not Stop Looking for You Until We Bring You Home’ by Michaela Zee

Family members of Zelig Williams, a missing Broadway dancer whose credits include “Hamilton” and “MJ the Musical,” appeared on CNN Saturday morning to share updates on their search. …

SOURCE: Variety at 12:27PM
Thursday, October 17, 2024

Thank you for joining us for Opera in the Outfield 2024! by The Kennedy Center

https://www.kennedy-center.org/wno/home/education/opera-in-the-outfield/ Thank you for joining us for an epic evening of fantastic opera presented by the Washington National Opera at Nation…

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The Warriors review – Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis come out to play with firecracker musical by Chris Wiegand

(Atlantic)This concept album based on Walter Hill’s 1979 film features megastar rappers, Hamilton alumni and styles from metalcore to salsa – it is pulled off with breathtaking brio The …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:12PM

The Hills of California by Elyse Trevers

Jez Butterworth’s latest play, “Hills of California” moves so smoothly that you are never aware of its 2 hours and 45 minutes running time. Arriving on Broadway after a successful Lond…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:55PM

Frédéric (Aldo) Fayard and Concept K Elevate WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Closing Ceremony with CHAUVET  by Michael Eddy

Only 59 of the 1,400 young people from around the world who participated in the 47th annual WorldSkills Competition won gold medals. But in reality, everyone involved in this nonprofit event…

SOURCE: PLSN at 04:46PM

Kate Baldwin, Christopher Innvar, Mary Beth Peil and More Join The Dead, 1904 at Irish Rep by Darryn King

Full casting has been announced for The Dead, 1904, the immersive adaptation, staged for just 48 people per night, of James Joyce's seasonal novella. Previews begin on November 20 in the ho…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:32PM

Video: Samsung Partnering With WICKED on Special Music Frame

Samsung will be releasing Music Frame Wicked Edition, a customizable wireless speaker designed to blend into any environment and enhance the home entertainment experience. This new edition …

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Ukrainian ballet dancers tour the U.S. — and bring attention to the war back home by Elizabeth Blair

The National Ballet of Ukraine's dancers aim to show that their culture lives on, despite Russian attacks on their country. Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. calls the company a "symbol of re…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:06AM

Barcelona starring Lily Collins and Álvaro Morte | 2024 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Lily Collins (Emily In Paris) and Álvaro Morte (Money Heist) make their West End stage debuts in Bess Wohl’s explosive play Barcelona, directed by Lynette Linton. Late night in Barcelon…

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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Hold on to Me Darling review – Adam Driver powers electric Kenneth Lonergan play by Jesse Hassenger

Lucille Lortel Theatre, New York The actor makes a compelling lead in the return of the playwright’s textured 2016 play about a celebrity returning home for his mother’s funeral In 2016,…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:00PM

Photos: Theory11 Teases Deluxe WICKED Movie Playing Cards

Fans of card magic, look out: theory11, home of luxury playing cards, has partnered with the upcoming Wicked movie on an exclusive deck of cards. The company teased the release on its offici…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

The Sex Writer in NYC, Oct/Nov by Adam Szymkowicz

I have a new play opening in NYC Oct 30.  Come if you can. Jane's father, an "important" writer, has just died by suicide, and Jane goes home to her small town to deal with the aftermath. J…

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Mother Of Missing Broadway Dancer Zelig Williams Collapses Into Arms Of Family Member At Police Press Conference, Sobbing “Please Bring My Baby Home by Greg Evans

The mother of missing Broadway dancer Zelig Williams made a tearful, heartbreaking plea today asking for information on her son’s whereabouts. “I just want Zelig to come home,” said Ka…

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:02PM

Missing Broadway Dancer Zelig Williams Went Off Medication Before Disappearance; Family Pleads For Help

Authorities in South Carolina continue to search for Zelig Williams, a 28-year-old Broadway performer and Columbia, South Carolina native, who has been missing since Thursday, October 3rd. W…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:32AM

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical to Open During the 2024-25 Broadway Season by Hayley Levitt

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has set dates for its previously announced Broadway premiere. The production officially joins the 2024-25 Broadway season, beginning performances at a Sh…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:06AM
Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Cody Renard Richard Scholarship finds new home with Black Theatre Coalition by Ruthie Fierberg

The scholarship was previously administered by the Broadway Advocacy Coalition.

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An AP photographer gets the light just right from a perch up high above a human tower competition by The Associated Press

By EMILIO MORENATTI TARRAGONA, Spain (AP) — Associated Press photographer and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Emilio Morenatti, of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, has visited more than 50 coun…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic