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Honoring the best of London theater, the Laurence Olivier Awards celebrated its 40th anniversary April 3 at the iconic Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. Hosted by two-time Olivier win…
The Seattle Repertory Theatre has taken steps to improve the listening experience for guests with hearing loss.
The theater announced the installation of induction hearing loop systems in bo…
In the classic musical “A Chorus Line,” the character Paul recites a monologue about how performing affirmed his identity as a gay man. The speech culminates in a tearful recolle…
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum celebrated April Fools’ Day early pulling a prank on unsuspecting guests at their famed establishment in New York City.
Tony-winning “Aladdin” st…
London theater is gearing up for its biggest celebration of the year! This Sunday, April 3 at 10 p.m. BST, the 40th annual Laurence Olivier Awards will be held at Covent Garden’s iconi…
Golden Globe–winning “Crazy Ex Girlfriend” star Rachel Bloom sat with Stephen Colbert on “The Late Show” last night, and just like the acclaimed CW series, thin…
Welcome to the ’60s.
NBC is holding an open casting call to find their next Tracy Turnblad for the upcoming live production of the Tony Award–winning musical, “Hairspray.&r…
The big man Himself is coming back to the Great White Way. That’s right! “An Act of God” is returning to Broadway! Instead of Jim Parsons, however, the Lord Almighty will b…
The Off-Broadway League has announced their choices for the 31st annual Lucille Lortel Awards; coming out on top with six nominations was Stephen Karam’s chilling family drama “T…
On a recent Sunday morning, a sea of volunteers in matching T-shirts made its way down Eighth Avenue. Their chatter halted only momentarily upon arriving at the New Amsterdam Theatre, where …
Off-Broadway play “Buried Child” closes April 3, but there is still a chance to see the show even if you don’t live in New York City.
“Buried Child” will be ava…
Do you know why most actor training programs require students to log hours behind the scenes? Here are five good reasons to work backstage while you’re studying your craft.
You Get to …
New York theater makers: are you looking to add more networking events and workshops to your schedule? The Farm Theater offers bi-monthly opportunities to gather for intimate discussions led…
While there’s been heightened visibility of theater actors with disabilities thanks to productions like Deaf West Theater’s “Spring Awakening,” which featured th…
Ken Howard, president of SAG-AFTRA, passed away at his home near Los Angeles yesterday at 71.
“An actor for nearly 50 years, Howard came to union leadership late in his career led by f…
At its heart, storytelling is about immortalizing. The upcoming Broadway musical “Tuck Everlasting,” written by Claudia Shear and Tim Federle, with music and lyrics by Nathan Tys…
Though it’s been nearly 400 years since the great playwright’s death, there are more ways to read, hear, watch, and appreciate Shakespeare than ever. Ready to see the B…
“Trainwreck” star Amy Schumer is no stranger to the survival job grind. Before breaking out with her unhinged, everywoman standup and hit, the Emmy-winning Comedy Central sketch …
Bryan Cranston breaks far away from his role as meth magnate Walter White to transform into former Commander-in-Chief Lyndon B. Johnson.
Cranston reprises his Tony Award–winning perfor…
New York City’s Theater Subdistrict Council is announcing a new diversity grant program aimed at developing talent among underrepresented members of the theater community.
The council …
From a Disney musical to a feature-length filming in Greece, here are seven projects from this week’s casting notices that’ll keep you on your toes! Find your next gig below!
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The Goodman Theatre announced its lineup for the 2016–17 season as the company celebrates Robert Falls’ 30th anniversary as artistic director.
Falls is expanding the Chicago …
The Centre Theatre Group is offering the “CTG Going Pro Career Fair” for current undergraduate and graduate-level students anticipating a professional career in theater.
The LA S…
Disney Theatrical Productions, sometimes known as Disney on Broadway, is responsible for some of the most magical moments you’re likely to experience on the Great White Way. When Disne…
Lin-Manuel Miranda has officially dropped rhymes for President Obama.
The “Hamilton” creator and star freestyled for the Commander-in-Chief during the cast and crew&rsq…
