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The musicals of the 2016–17 New York theater season reacquainted us with veteran stars (Bette Midler, Christine Ebersole, and Patti LuPone!) and introduced wildly talented newcomers (w…
New York actors won’t want to miss today’s roundup of projects. We have a nonunion touring production of the Berry Gordy-penned “Motown the Musical,” an ice cream com…
Say it with us: “As if!”
“Clueless,” the beloved, Beverly Hills-set ‘90s film, is getting the musical treatment and casting is currently underway for an upcomin…
Memorial Day Weekend is almost upon us and in addition to all the barbecues, pools parties, and parades taking place in communities across the state, you can also explore some music, art, an…
Off-Broadway celebrated its best May 22 at the 62nd annual Obie Awards, capping off a stellar year of downtown and off-the-beaten-path theater in New York.
Hosted again by Obie- and SAG-winn…
May 22 was ladies’ night at Playwrights Horizons. The 8th annual Lilly Awards were handed out to some of the top women theater makers working today.
The awards, hosted this year by Ton…
The winner of the Drama League’s acting honor, the Distinguished Performance Award, was unveiled in a ceremony at the Marriott Marquis Times Square today. The prize, which recognizes a…
With dozens of castings announced and new projects coming down the pipeline each week across television, film, and theater, it can be near-impossible to keep up. Luckily, Backstage is here t…
In “Battle of the Sexes,” Emma Stone will step into the tennis shoes of Billie Jean King, one of the greatest female tennis players of all time. The film recounts the infamous 19…
The Public Theater’s anticipated Shakespeare in the Park is back this week with its Corey Stoll-led “Julius Caesar.” The productions, if you didn’t know, are complete…
Stay in the loop on industry and casting news with our weekly write-up on who’s been slated for recent film and television roles!
“Mean Girls”While “fetch” may …
“Kinky Boots,” the 2013 Best Musical Tony Award winner, is holding New York City auditions for an upcoming nonunion touring production, and we have all the details you need to ap…
It’s as if they never said goodbye. Or, in this case, as if they never said, “Oh, Honey.”
After wrapping what was presumably for good in 2006, NBC’s hit sitcom &ldquo…
With dozens of castings announced and new projects coming down the pipeline each week across television, film, and theater, it can be near-impossible to keep up. Backstage is here to help. E…
This week’s U.K. casting roundup is for talent of all ages, including lead and supporting roles in the Olivier Award–winning “Matilda the Musical.” Apply for that and…
Idris Elba hosted a casting call and things got a little out of hand.In an attempt to recruit extras for a film he’s directing, your internet boyfriend caused quite a commotion in Lond…
It’s Tony time in New York City, but it’s not too early to look ahead to the next season. This week’s roster of events includes the first show of the 2017–18 lineup: …
This time one year ago, Lin-Manuel Miranda was gearing up for his masterpiece “Hamilton” to inevitably sweep at the impending Tony Awards. But this time 10 years ago, Mirand…
Submissions are now open for Center Theatre Group’s 2018 Richard E. Sherwood Award. Accepting applications through June 5, the annual $10,000 prize is intended to support emerging thea…
Happy Mother’s Day! You can show your love for the most important woman in your by taking her to one of these mom-friendly events across Texas.
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The 2017 New York theater season continues its steady march towards the June 11 Tony Awards, with today’s announcement of the Outer Critics Circle Awards. New musical “Come From …
Off-Broadway’s best gathered May 7 to celebrate their community’s achievements at the 2017 Lucille Lortel Awards, hosted by Taran Killam at NYU’s Skirball Center. Leading t…
Well, actors, you’ve made it to another Friday and you deserve to reward yourself with some great gigs. Below we have a union and nonunion chorus call for a new touring production of &…
The casting process for “American Gods” sounds brutal.Ricky Whittle, who plays Shadow Moon on the Starz show based on the Neil Gaiman novel of the same name, said he went through…
May is arguably NYC’s best month weather-wise, so the pressure is on to take advantage of all the city’s offerings in these fleeting days of perfection. Fortunately for you, we&r…
