Harvard gets $100M donation for new arts, theater center by Associated Press

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) " Harvard University has received a $100 million donation to help build a new arts and performance space in Boston.

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 5:27pm on February 28, 2019[SHARE]

New York City Ballet names new leaders, post-Peter Martins by Associated Press

The New York City Ballet has chosen two former dancers to lead the company after the scandal that ended with the retirement of artistic director Peter Martins

SOURCE: Washington Post at 1:42pm on February 28, 2019[SHARE]

Kenneth Lonergan wins inaugural PEN/Mike Nichols award by Associated Press

Filmmaker-playwright Kenneth Lonergan is the first recipient of a prize named for the late Mike Nichols

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:24pm on February 28, 2019[SHARE]

Women perform in Harvard's Hasty Pudding theater group for first time by Associated Press

Women have begun performing alongside men for the first time in Harvard University's Hasty Pudding theater group

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 9:26am on February 24, 2019[SHARE]

Manhole fires force evacuation of NYC theater complex by Associated Press

A series of manhole fires have forced the evacuation of several theaters

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:36pm on February 16, 2019[SHARE]

Reports: British Bolshoi dancer suspected of having cocaine by Associated Press

Russian news reports say police in Moscow suspect a British dancer with the renowned Bolshoi Ballet of possessing cocaine

SOURCE: Washington Post at 4:48pm on February 13, 2019[SHARE]

Actors who helped shape Broadway hits get share in profits by Associated Press

Performers who help develop successful Broadway shows will share in the profits under a landmark agreement between theater producers and the union representing actors

SOURCE: Washington Post at 9:54pm on February 8, 2019[SHARE]

'Wicked' movie musical to fly into theaters Christmas 2021 by Associated Press

Audiences will celebrate the witches of "Wicked" in the movie version of the stage musical when it arrives in theaters for Christmas 2021.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 5:59pm on February 8, 2019[SHARE]

Russian actor, stage director Sergei Yursky dies at 83 by Associated Press

Sergei Yursky, a renowned Russian film and stage actor, who has been widely recognized as one of the most talented actors of his generation, has died

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:42am on February 8, 2019[SHARE]

An actor in Fox's 'Rent' is injured and the show wasn't live by Associated Press

Brennin Hunt, who plays the role of rocker Roger Davis, broke his right foot during rehearsal.

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 9:31am on January 27, 2019[SHARE]

A stage musical inspired by Michael Jackson's life and music is heading for Broadway by Associated Press

A stage musical inspired by Michael Jackson's life and music will premiere in Chicago later this year before heading to Broadway in 2020.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 8:18pm on January 23, 2019[SHARE]

Michael Jackson musical to premiere in Chicago before Broadway by Associated Press

"Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" will begin pre-Broadway performances at Chicago's Nederlander Theatre on Oct. 29 and run through Dec. 1.

SOURCE: pagesix.com at 2:41pm on January 23, 2019[SHARE]

Unknown Rachel Zegler is Maria in Spielberg's 'West Side' by Associated Press

Steven Spielberg has cast an unknown 17-year-old from New Jersey to play Maria in his remake of "West Side Story"

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:54am on January 15, 2019[SHARE]

Lin-Manuel Miranda: Shakespeare theater fire 'heartbreaking' by Associated Press

Investigators are seeking the cause of a fire that destroyed the historic American Shakespeare Theatre in Connecticut

SOURCE: Washington Post at 4:42pm on January 14, 2019[SHARE]

Aretha Franklin biopic starring Jennifer Hudson lands director Liesel Tommy by Associated Press

The director was nominated for a Tony Award for directing the 2016 Broadway production of “Eclipsed” starring Lupita Nyong’o.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 4:32pm on January 11, 2019[SHARE]

Aretha Franklin biopic moves ahead with director and writer by Associated Press

The long-gesticulating Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect" is going ahead with stage director Liesel Tommy set to direct

SOURCE: Washington Post at 4:32pm on January 10, 2019[SHARE]

Ariana Grande cancels Las Vegas performance due to 'unforeseeable health reasons' by Associated Press

Ariana Grande was scheduled to perform at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, but the pop star is now backing out due to "health reasons."       …

SOURCE: USA Today at 1:57pm on December 28, 2018[SHARE]

Report: Actor Frank Adonis, known for 'Goodfellas,' has died by Associated Press

Frank Adonis, an actor best known for his roles in Martin Scorcese films including "Goodfellas," "Raging Bull" and "Casino," has died

SOURCE: Washington Post at 7:48am on December 28, 2018[SHARE]

Peter Masterson, actor, writer and filmmaker, dead at 84 by Associated Press

Actor-playwright Peter Masterson, who co-wrote Tony-winning musical "'he Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,' has died

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:24pm on December 20, 2018[SHARE]

Missouri State Capitol completes mural restoration project by Associated Press

"It's something that is a legacy really for the future, for those who come after us."

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 10:04pm on December 17, 2018[SHARE]

'Tonight Show' to air episode in Puerto Rico with 'Hamilton' by Associated Press

Jimmy Fallon's "Tonight Show" will air an episode from Puerto Rico including an exclusive performance with Lin-Manuel Miranda his "Hamilton" role.       &…

SOURCE: USA Today at 9:41pm on December 17, 2018[SHARE]

Museum sells 22 of 40 pieces, some Rockwell, to pay bills by Associated Press

PITTSFIELD, Mass. ' The Massachusetts museum that drew international condemnation for its decision to raise money by selling dozens of works of art, including two by Norman Rockwell , says i…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 10:24pm on November 29, 2018[SHARE]

Ariana Grande to debut up close and personal four-part docu-series on YouTube by Associated Press

Ariana Grande is giving fans an up close look at her musical life through a new documentary series on YouTube.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 2:30pm on November 28, 2018[SHARE]

19-year-old Yorkshire Terrier retires from 'The Nutcracker' by Associated Press

After more than 125 performances in "The Nutcracker" in Providence, a 19-year-old Yorkshire Terrier named Archie is leaving the stage

SOURCE: Washington Post at 9:06am on November 22, 2018[SHARE]

Correction: Lin-Manuel Miranda story by Associated Press

Correction: Lin-Manuel Miranda story

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:54pm on November 12, 2018[SHARE]