Friday, August 22, 2025 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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The Future of Theatre is in Bloomington, Indiana—at the International Thespian Festival by Logan Culwell-Block

The annual summer event has become the premier destination for pre-college theatre students and educators, onstage and off.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:12PM

In Cabaret, Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace Are Telling a Story That Needs To Be Told by Broadway.com

Since last month, Tony winner Billy Porter and two-time Olivier Award nominee Marisha Wallace have been welcoming Broadway audiences to the Kit Kat Club and Cabaret. The duo will be the p…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:06PM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Flex Your Creativity, Rain or Shine: Introducing ADJ’s New Hydro Flex L19 by Griffin Rodgers

The latest addition to ADJ Lighting’s popular Hydro Series of outdoor-ready moving heads, the Hydro Flex L19 is a powerful LED wash-zoom luminaire capable of generating wide washes, tight …

SOURCE: PLSN at 02:44PM

The Future of the Broadway is in Bloomfield, Indiana—at the International Thespian Festival by Logan Culwell-Block

The annual summer event has become the premier destination for pre-college theatre students and educators, onstage and off.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Zachary Noah Piser Will Be Part of Concerts of Final William Finn Work, Once Every Hundred Years by Andrew Gans

Danny Ursetti co-wrote the song cycle, which will be presented at 54 Below this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Video: Get a 1st Look at The Notebook on Tour by Margaret Hall

Sharon Catherine Brown, Beau Gravitte, and Alysha Deslorieux are among the artists taking the Ingrid Michaelson musical around the U.S.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:06PM

Champagne Problems with The Great Gatsby's Samantha Pauly, Episode 6: Magic and Mishaps by Broadway.com

It's all "Champagne Problems" for Samantha Pauly, The Great Gatsby's Jordan Baker, as she pops some bubbly for the fans itching to get a look behind the curtain at the Broadway Theatre.  …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:02PM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Listen: ART Reveals First Preview of Kid Harpoon's Original Music

The upcoming Broadway production of Art has released a first preview of Kid Harpoon's original music for the new revival, which is set to star Bobby Cannavale, James Corden and Neil Patrick …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Odds & Ends: Kate Rockwell in Heathers, Jack O'Brien in The Comeback and More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed. Kate Rockwell Will Fill In For Kerry Butler in Heathers Kate Rockwell is headed back to school, joining off-Broadway's Heathers …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:54PM

Video: Watch a Sneak Peek of Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson's MEXODUS

Performances begin soon for the New York City premiere of the new musical Mexodus, written and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson. Mexodus will also be recorded and released as…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Your Travalanche Daily Digest for August 22, 2025 by Trav S.D.

Today’s new Travalanche post for August 22, 2025 is about David Chase and The Sopranos. Previous August 22 posts include ones on: Dorothy Parker Valerie Harper and Rhoda George Herriman an…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:12PM

Photos: Free Shakespeare in the Park Throws a Starry Opening Night Celebration for Twelfth Night by Logan Culwell-Block

Sandra Oh, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Lupita Nyong'o, Peter Dinklage, and more star in the Public Theater production at the newly renovated Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Watch Brandon Victor Dixon Cover 'Hotel California'; NYC Concert Announced by Andrew Gans

The new single from the Hell's Kitchen star is from the actor's upcoming solo album.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Get a 1st Listen to Krystina Alabado Singing Wilson Phillips' 'Hold On' From Mystic Pizza Musical Concept Album by Logan Culwell-Block

Alabado, Alaina Anderson, Deánna Giulietti, and more from the cast of the recent Paper Mill Playhouse run are featured on the upcoming release.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

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Friday, August 22, 2025 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Edinburgh Fringe Review: Climate Change Theatre Action 2025 at Venue 13 by Finlay Clench

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Climate Change Theatre Action 2025 at Venue 13 “A daring and playful workshop that brought climate storytelling to life through clowning and creativity.” The pos…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:51AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Mariupol at Pleasance Courtyard Beneath by Marina Lan

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Mariupol at Pleasance Courtyard Beneath "An unmissable story about humanity’s capacity to support and understand one another." The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: Ma…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:50AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Saria Callas at Underbelly Cowgate (BellyButton) by Finlay Clench

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Saria Callas at Underbelly Cowgate (BellyButton) “A lively, energetic piece exploring a unique story.” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: Saria Callas at Underbel…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:48AM

As You Like It review – Ralph Fiennes’ sombre, stately directorial stage debut by Arifa Akbar

Theatre Royal BathThe actor’s minimal staging of the Shakespeare comedy favours stillness and feeling over comic fizz, with moving performances from Gloria Obianyo and Amber James Ralph Fi…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:48AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: FLUSH at Pleasance Courtyard (Upstairs) by Finlay Clench

Edinburgh Fringe Review: FLUSH at Pleasance Courtyard (Upstairs) “A captivating examination of femininity in moments of crisis.” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: FLUSH at Pleasance Cour…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:47AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: PALDEM at Summerhall (Techcube Zero) by Finlay Clench

Edinburgh Fringe Review: PALDEM at Summerhall (Techcube Zero) “Paldem leaves a lasting impression, even as its story falters.” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: PALDEM at Summerhall (Tec…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:45AM

Just in Time by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 2025 (Atlantic Records) One sign of a true star is that the performer in question can triumph in a role in which they’re arguably miscast. A famous example of this …

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 11:43AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Yes, We’re Related at Underbelly Cowgate by Paula Smith

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Yes, We’re Related at Underbelly Cowgate “This production oozes talent and the characters are compelling and likeable.” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: Yes, …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:41AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Lady Macbeth Played Wing Defence at Assembly George Square (Studio One) by James Hattan

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Lady Macbeth Played Wing Defence at Assembly George Square "dazzles visually but struggles to marry Shakespeare with schoolyard drama” The post Edinburgh Fringe Re…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:40AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: FLOAT at Gilded Balloon Patter House (Other Yin) by James Hattan

Edinburgh Fringe Review: FLOAT at Gilded Balloon Patter House (Other Yin) "a breathtakingly unique take on a vital subject” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: FLOAT at Gilded Balloon Patter…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:37AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: 1984 at Pleasance Courtyard (Above) by James Hattan

Edinburgh Fringe Review: 1984 at Pleasance Courtyard (Above) “Despite strong performances, this 1984 lacks the thematic depth of Orwell’s original” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: 19…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:35AM

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Flying Bubble Show at Underbelly Circus Hub by May Ellen

Edinburgh Fringe Review: Flying Bubble Show at Underbelly Circus Hub “The joy brought by bubbles is universal, beyond culture, age, and geography.” The post Edinburgh Fringe Review: Flyi…

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 11:30AM

Listen: Amy Lennox Performs 'Married' From JOHN CASSAVETES' OPENING NIGHT

Center Stage Records has dropped the new single “Married” from the forthcoming live West End cast recording of John Cassavetes’ Opening Night. The show features music and lyrics by thr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:18AM

“Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)” Set for a Broadway Bake Off This Fall by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: Two Strangers Are Coming to Broadway I’ve heard so many incredible things about this show, and now I’ll finally get my turn to see it rise up live on Broadway. …

SOURCE: front mezz junkies at 11:09AM

Amy Lennox Sings 'Married' in Latest Single From Live West End Album of Opening Night by Logan Culwell-Block

The John Cassavetes film got the stage musical treatment via Rufus Wainwright and Ivo van Hove in London's West End last year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Listen: Jaime Lozano's SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT VOL. 3 Available Now

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released Songs By An Immigrant Vol. 3, the highly anticipated third album by Jaime Lozano & The Familia, now available for streaming and digital downlo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:54AM

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of TWELFTH NIGHT

Just last night, the Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Revel in the midsummer madness as twins Sebastian and Viola survive shipwreck, r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Listen: Brandon Victor Dixon Shares New Rendition of 'Hotel California'

Tony-nominated performer Brandon Victor Dixon has released the latest single from his forthcoming, as-of-yet-untitled solo album, which is now slated for an early 2026 release. Check out Dix…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

The House That George Built by American Theatre Editors

George C. White, founder of the influential Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, who died on Aug. 6 at the age of 89, played a central role in the last 6 decades of American playwriting.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:12AM

Rolling Thunder's Justin Matthew Sargent Shares How to 'Survive the Madness' of Showbiz by Andrew Gans

The Rock of Ages star is back on the New York stage Off-Broadway in the Vietnam War-set rock journey Rolling Thunder.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Heads Down Under: Neil Diamond’s Musical to Premiere in Melbourne by Ken Davenport

When we first brought A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond... The post A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Heads Down Under: Neil Diamond’s Musical to Premiere in Melbourne first appeared on Ken Davenport.

SOURCE: kendavenport.com at 10:00AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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5 Musicals and 2 Surprising Movies Inspired by Twelfth Night by Dylan Parent

The Shakespearean comedy, which has played out on a soccer field and a motocross race track, again takes the Delacorte stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Off-Broadway Sia Musical Saturday Church Releases Concept Album by Logan Culwell-Block, Diep Tran

The digital release from Joy Machine Records features the cast of the upcoming world premiere New York Theatre Workshop musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Listen to Jessie Mueller Sing 'So Alive' From New Musical Beautiful Little Fool by Andrew Gans

Ryan Vasquez and Hannah Corneau are also featured on the concept recording for the musical, which will make its world premiere in London next year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

What Do The Reviews Say About Twelfth Night at Free Shakespeare in the Park? by Margaret Hall

The star-studded outdoor production, directed by Saheem Ali, plays the newly renovated Delacorte.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:54AM

Micaela Diamond 'Really Hopes' THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE With Hannah Solow & Anna Zavelson Happens

Micaela Diamond is hoping that a recent Sam Pinkleton-directed reading of Thoroughly Modern Millie she took part in comes to fruition. At last night's Twelfth Night opening at the Delacorte …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42AM

Listen: DEAD OUTLAW Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now

The original Broadway cast recording of Dead Outlaw is now available in streaming and digital formats. The Audible Original release of Dead Outlaw—featuring the entire musical recorded in …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42AM

Video: Goodspeed's A CHORUS LINE in Rehearsal

Go inside rehearsals for Goodspeed Musicals' production of A Chorus Line, the third show of 2025 season. The groundbreaking backstage musical about the hopes and dreams of Broadway dancers m…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM

Photos: TWELFTH NIGHT Cast Celebrates Opening Night in the Park

Just last night, the Delacorte Theater officially repoened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Revel in the midsummer madness as twins Sebastian and Viola survive shipwreck, r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM

The Jimmy Awards Announce Date for 2026 Ceremony

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the 17th annual Jimmy Awards will take place on Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:30pm at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre, 200 West 45th Street in Manhattan. The a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24AM

On David Chase, and Why the Sopranos is the Best TV Show in History by Trav S.D.

David Chase (b. 1945) turns 80 today. Which sounds young, if anything; the guy has been working in television for over 50 years. My apologies in advance for the sheer conventionality of this…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:06AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Kiell Smith-Bynoe and Friends: Kool Story Bro review – eccentric improv antics by Brian Logan

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghFrom a nude life-drawing class to a Colombian kidnapping, with help from his Ghosts co-star Lolly Adefope, Smith-Bynoe uses audience members’ stories to comic…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:36AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Friday, Aug. 22, 2025 by Matt Tamanini

Edebiri, Cheadle to bring ‘Proof’ back to Broadway; Squibb, Nixon, Burstein in ‘Marjorie Prime’; Jasmine Amy Rogers to lead ‘Spelling Bee’ Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

Mel Giedroyc completely misinterpreted David Nicholls’ reaction to Starter for Ten performance by Lydia Spencer-Elliott

Former ‘Bake Off’ presenter stars in musical adaptation of ‘One Day’ author’s debut novel

SOURCE: www.the-independent.com at 07:54AM

Here’s what’s going on with the downstate tax credit by Ruthie Fierberg

What producers and investors need to know about the current state of the program and what the Broadway League is asking for looking ahead

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 07:41AM

Broadway Games: A New Mash-up! by JK

 Broadway Games: A New Mash-up! This is what happens when two award-winning shows collide. Figure out each word based on the given clues, then rearrange the "red" letters to win the game…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:32AM

What is a ‘lead gen’ campaign, and why do I keep hearing about it? by Toby Richkind

Defining “lead gen,” its significance and how you can use it to improve Broadway ticket sales

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 07:30AM

Traditional Polish lace crochet is becoming a new favorite in fashion by The Associated Press

By RAFAL NIEDZIELSKI KONIAKOW, Poland (AP) — Wiesława Juroszek was only 6 years old when she learned the intricate handicraft of lace crocheting from the women in her family as part of a …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:30AM

This week’s bestsellers from Publishers Weekly by Tribune News Service

Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, Aug. 16, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powere…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:15AM

Video: Jessie Mueller Performs 'So Alive' From BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL Concept Album

A brand-new musical, Beautiful Little Fool, with music and lyrics by Hannah Corneau and a book by Mona Mansour, directed by Michael Greif, will release its concept album on Thursday 24 Octob…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:12AM

‘Eden’ review: Trouble in paradise for Jude Law, Sydney Sweeney, Ana de Armas by Tribune News Service

"Eden" is no paradise. Ron Howard's tale about a group of European settlers who attempt to carve out their own slice of heaven on an uninhabited piece of land in the Galápagos Islands rests…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:00AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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The Stage Debut Awards 2025 by Wetm_lauren

The Stage Debut Awards 2025 announces nominees! Winners will be revealed at a ceremony on September 28, 2025. The post The Stage Debut Awards 2025 appeared first on Official London Theatre.

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 06:34AM

Hamlet by New York Circus Project review – a flashy, dreamy spin on Shakespeare by Chris Wiegand

Assembly Roxy, EdinburghThere’s a hint of Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet in the cocksure, poppy aesthetic of this charismatic display of acrobatics, tumbling and clowning It wouldn’t be…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:24AM

Faustus in Africa! review – William Kentridge’s devilishly clever twist on damnation by Mark Fisher

Royal Lyceum, EdinburghFaustus is not damned alone in a parable about western hubris leading to war, colonialism and environmental exploitation As told by Goethe and Marlowe, the story of Fa…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:24AM

Theater review: Richard Thomas captures Mark Twain in all his glory at TheaterWorks Hartford by Christopher Arnott

The first actor authorized to perform “Mark Twain Tonight!” since Hal Holbrook, he presents the American writer and humorist as funny and snappy as ever.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Grandson of famed CT ghost hunters continues legacy with a spin. Here’s how he’ll spill secrets by Pamela McLoughlin

Lorraine and Ed Warren are among the most famous paranormal investigators in the world, counting among their cases England’s Enfield poltergeist, Long Island’s Amityville haunted house ,…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 05:15AM

Theatre Weekly’s Best of the Fest 2025 by Greg Stewart

As we head into the final days of another exhilarating Edinburgh Fringe, we present our annual Best of the Fest The post Theatre Weekly’s Best of the Fest 2025 appeared first on Theatre …

SOURCE: theatreweekly.com at 05:07AM

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 22, 2025- LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Welcomes New Stars and More

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 22, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: NEW - BWW For You, Personalized S…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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The Opening

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Friday, August 22, 2025 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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“Twelfth Night or, What You Will” Highlights Our Humanity—at The Public by Andrea Libresco

Shakespeare in the Park Returns, Joyfully & Inclusively, to New York by Andrea Libresco As the performance begins, multiple helicopters fly over the Delacorte Theater. While not a part o…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 01:08AM
Friday, August 22, 2025 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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DESTINY

The post DESTINY appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:27AM

Kennedy Center: Trump Loyalists Oust Dance Programmers, Censor Chinese Art Work, Consider Installing Cracker Barrel, Water Slide by Roger Friedman

How much more damage can Trump and his lackeys inflict on the poor Kennedy Center? In a further move to the right, Richard Grennell and his pack of thugs have fired the dance programmers. Th…

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 12:24AM

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