Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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New ‘Richard III’ Raises an Old Question: Who Should Wear the Crown? by Houman Barekat

A production at the Shakespeare’s Globe theater faced criticism because a nondisabled actor plays the scheming king. But disputes like these miss the point, our critic writes.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:24PM

ILLINOISE to Release Original Broadway Cast Recording - Two Tracks Out Now

Nonesuch Records will release a recording of the current Tony-nominated Broadway show Illinoise: A New Musical. Listen to two tracks now!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway League Honors Thomas Schumacher With Lifetime Service Award by Logan Culwell-Block

The annual League Awards were presented May 22 as part of the 2024 Spring Road Conference.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

Craig Rubano: Take the Moment by Sandi Durell

Cabaret Review by Marilyn Lester. . . Craig Rubano is the kind of guy you want to clone. Let’s check the boxes: talented, joyful, smart, humorous and charming. Good looks don’t hurt eith…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 01:41PM

Will Roland and China Brickey Will Star in Guthrie Little Shop of Horrors by Andrew Gans

Marcia Milgrom Dodge will direct the Howard Ashman and Alan Menken musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Review: In ‘Usus,’ Pig Latin Gets Lost in Translation by Elisabeth Vincentelli

T. Adamson’s new comedy, which opens Clubbed Thumb’s popular Summerworks series at the Wild Project, is about a group of worked-up Franciscan friars.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:02PM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Photos/Video: Go Inside the Recording Studio with Schmidt, Comer, & Grant Singing 'Throwing in the Towel' from THE OUTSIDERS

Go inside the studio with the cast of The Outsiders as Jason Schmidt, Brent Comer, and Brody Grant record 'Throwing in the Towel.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

“Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter:” Theater Conventions for Kids by Teodora Medeleanu

In spite of all open-mindedness, attending family performances as an adult can be, initially at least, off-putting. There is a stigma around the themes approached, the aesthetics, and the ac…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 12:53PM

Like Mother, Like Son: “Redemption Story” at A.R.T./NY by Rhiannon Ling

My first thought upon entering Redemption Story at A.R.T./NY was that of boldness: I can’t recall the last time I saw a director—Sarah Blush, in this case—take on the challenge of trav…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 12:49PM

Video: Watch the 30-Piece Encores! Orchestra Rehearse TITANIC

In this video, go inside the first day of rehearsals for the 30-piece Encores! Orchestra of Titanic, the final show in the 30th Encores! series. Guest Music Director Rob Berman speaks about …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:48PM

The Broadway League Presents 2024 League Awards Honoring Touring Broadway

The annual League Awards were held today during The Broadway League’s 2024 Spring Road Conference. See who received awards and learn more about the League Awards!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:48PM

"The Writing on the Wall" from Goodspeed's The Mystery of Edwin Drood by Goodspeed Musicals

Mamie Parris as Edwin Drood performing "The Writing on the Wall" The Mystery of Edwin Drood The Goodspeed, East Haddam April 5 - June 2, 2024 Tickets & Info: https://www.goodspeed.org/show…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:42PM

"Nina Mae" from Goodspeed's A Complicated Woman by Goodspeed Musicals

L Morgan Lee & the cast of A Complicated Woman perform "Nina Mae" A Complicated Woman: A New Musical The Terris Theatre, Chester May 10 - June 2, 2024 Tickets & Info: https://www.goodspeed…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:42PM

Tony Winner Alex Newell to Perform Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre by Hayley Levitt

Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva, a solo show written and performed by its title Tony Award-winning star, will have three performances at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre from June 27 thr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM

Steven Pasquale to Star in Kennedy Center Production of Nine by Darryn King

Steven Pasquale will star in the Kennedy Center’s upcoming production of the Maury Yeston–Arthur Kopit musical Nine. Directed by three-time Tony winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton), t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:24PM

Lavender Men is a time-traveling queer fantasia by Kimzyn Campbell

Lavender Men—in its midwest premiere with About Face Theatre—is giving opportunity; opportunity to see the story from another angle, perhaps. It’s a chance to trip lightly through a fa…

SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 12:22PM

Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 to Present World Premiere of SIX CHARACTERS By Phillip Howze

Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 will present SIX CHARACTERS, a new play by Phillip Howze, directed by Dustin Wills. Learn about who is starring and see how to purchase tickets.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD

Watch Mamie Parris sing 'The Writing on the Wall' in Goodspeed's production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, now on stage through June 2nd.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Highlights of Roundabout's BAD JEWS by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Roundabout Theatre Company's fall production of Bad Jews began previews on September 19 at the Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights of CST's CYRANO DE BERGERAC by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents Cyrano de Bergerac, launching the Theater's 2013-2014 Season. CST's new production of Edmond Rostand's timeless classic, ad…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights from BROADWAY ON THE HUDSON with Casts of PIPPIN, CINDERELLA and More! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: BROADWAY ON THE HUDSON concert, presented by United Airlines, took place in lower Manhattan on September 27th at Brookfield Place Waterfront Plaza (220 Vesey St…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights of Mary Bridget Davies in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: A NIGHT WITH Janis Joplin began previews on September 20 and will open October 10 at the Lyceum Theatre (149 W. 45th Street). Below, BroadwayWorld brings you hi…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Sting Previews Songs from THE LAST SHIP at Public Theater Benefit Concerts; Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Sting will perform songs from his new album, The Last Ship, for 10 concerts to benefit The Public Theater in their intimate, 260-seat Anspacher Theater continui…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

John Judd in Highlights of Profiles Theatre's WRECKS by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Profiles Theatre continues its 25th Anniversary Season with the Midwest premiere of Wrecks by Resident Artist Neil LaBute, directed by Guest Artist Jason Gerace…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights from Primary Stages' MODEL APARTMENT by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Primary Stages (Casey Childs, Founder & Executive Producer;Andrew Leynse, Artistic Director; Elliot Fox, Managing Director), continues their 29th season with a …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Chatting with the Cast of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER; Plus Performance Preview! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDEJefferson Mays and Bryce Pinkham will lead Broadway's bloody brilliant new musical A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, also starring Lisa…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights of CST's THE TABLE by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Chicago Shakespeare Theater kicks off this season'sWorld's Stage Series with Blind Summit's The Table, a production from the United Kingdom, which launches its …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights from Goodspeed's THE MOST HAPPY FELLA by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Goodspeed Musicals transports audiences to beautiful Napa Valley with its production of Frank Loesser's The Most Happy Fella. This all-new production of the bel…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Highlights from Roundabout's THE WINSLOW BOY! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The captivating new production of Terence Rattigan's classic THE WINSLOW BOY comes to Roundabout directly from The Old Vic Theatre in London. The Winslow Boy, s…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Margo Seibert & More in the World Premiere of Prospect Theater's TAMAR OF THE RIVER - Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Jeremy Greenbaum (The Fantasticks) and Aaron Komo complete the cast of Prospect Theater Company's world premiere production of TAMAR OF THE RIVER, a new music t…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

Idina Menzel Previews 'Here I Go' and 'Learn to Live Without' from Broadway-Bound IF/THEN by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Earlier this year, Lincoln Center's acclaimed series American Songbook, in keeping with American Songbook's tradition of honoring great composers and lyricists,…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:06PM

TimeLine exits their longtime home with a Dust Bowl drama by Kerry Reid

With stories of migrants and climate change in the news every day, Chicago playwright Dolores Díaz’s Black Sunday couldn’t be more timely—even if it is set in 1935. TimeLine Theatre�…

SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 12:05PM

Ragtime Benefit! by Corine Cohen

ANNUAL GALA PRESENTATION RAGTIME OCT 30 – NOV 10, 2024 Ragtime is a sweeping, powerful musical with music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and a book by Terrence McNally that fo…

SOURCE: broadwayshowbiz.com at 12:03PM

Shubert/MTI Broadway Junior Initiative Celebrates 19 Years of Impact by Inspired Staff

The Shubert/MTI Broadway Junior Initiative brings NYC students to Broadway and helps them stage Broadway Jr musicals in their own schools.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Broadway's Illinoise To Release Cast Recording; 2 Singles Available Now by Margaret Hall

The musical is up for four 2024 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Choreography, Best Orchestrations, and Best Lighting Design.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Phillip Howze's Six Characters Sets World Premiere With Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 by Logan Culwell-Block

Dustin Wills will direct the new work, with performances beginning in July.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Cabaret Understudies to Go on as the Emcee and Sally Bowles in June and July by Diep Tran, Logan Culwell-Block

These understudies will take over while Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin are out of the show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Photos: Get a Look at Telly Leung and Matt Shingledecker in The Wedding Banquet Musical in Taipei by Andrew Gans

Gordon Greenberg directs the revised musical version of the Oscar-nominated Ang Lee film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Photos: Take a Peek at Imelda Staunton and Hello, Dolly! Cast in Rehearsal for London Revival by Andrew Gans

Performances of the Tony-winning Jerry Herman musical will begin in July at the London Palladium.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Rock Musical The Lonely Few, Starring Lauren Patten, Extends Off-Broadway by Diep Tran

The show also stars Taylor Iman Jones and is currently running at MCC Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Disney Dream: Perfect Day on Castaway Cay ! with Disney Cruise Line Ep. 209 by Framily Travel

Join The Broadway Bradshaws as they have a fabulous day on Disney's Castaway Cay ! Jared, Lindsay and Georgia had never done the 5 day cruise before, and Castaway Cay is always the highlli…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:58AM

I Wish My LIfe Were Like A Musical | 2024 London Trailer by Official London Theatre

This comedic musical revue reveals everything you could want to know about musical theatre, and the people who love it – on both sides of the curtain! Covering the journey from wide-eyed …

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:49AM

Chita Rivera Presenters and Speakers – 2024 Awards by Sandi Durell

Photos: Christopher Duggan Featured Photo: The Cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll The post Chita Rivera Presenters and Speakers – 2024 Awards appeared first on Theater Pizzazz.

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:47AM

Next to Normal gets a South Asian perspective by Taryn Allen

Sixteen years after the premiere of the original Tony Award–winning musical Next to Normal (book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt), Pop Up! Productions presents a South Asi…

SOURCE: chicagoreader.com at 11:45AM

Video: Jinkx Monsoon Calls Role in LITTLE SHOP a 'Dream Come True' on TODAY

Jinkx Monsoon, who is currently playing Audrey in the Off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors, discussed some of her latest projects on Tuesday's edition of TODAY. 'My job right no…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42AM

Theatre Review: ‘Expecting’ presented by c21 Theatre Company at The Keegan Theatre by Anne Valentino

Northern Ireland’s c21 Theatre Company, in conjunction with The Keegan Theatre, is currently presenting “Expecting” by Irish playwright Charis McRoberts. Described as a “poetic one-a…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:36AM

The Wilma Theater to Receive 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that, based on the recommendation by the American Theatre Critics Association, The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania will be …

SOURCE: Theatrely at 11:30AM

Theatre Review: ‘Mexodus’ by Mosaic Theater Company at Atlas Performing Arts Center by Ben Fisler

“We’re living in an age of intense and deliberate division. Power structures know the danger of solidarity so they will stop at nothing to make sure we don’t know our collective histor…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:24AM

Greta Titelman: Exquisite Lies review – mesmeric standup with plenty to shriek about by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonThe comic traces a path from Arizona to Manhattan with a musical set that never quite lands The comedian as self-fascinated ego-monster is quite the pose these days. Kate…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:24AM

Photos: Go Inside 2024 Chita Rivera Awards With Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, More by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Named for late Broadway icon Rivera, the awards celebrate dance and choreographic excellence on stage and screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

Video: The Who's Tommy Star Ali Louis Bourzgui Performs a 'Sensation'/'I'm Free' Mashup by Diep Tran

The actor is proud to represent Arab Americans and baritones on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM

Philadelphia's Wilma Theater to Receive 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award by Hayley Levitt

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, PA has been selected as the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award winner. The honor, recognizing a regional theater company that has displayed a continuous leve…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:18AM

Romeo + Juliet, Starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor, Sets Dates, Venue and Design Team by Darryn King

The upcoming Broadway production of Romeo + Juliet, starring Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler, has set its dates, venue and design team. The Sam Gold-directed production will begin performances …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:18AM

An Illinoise Original Cast Recording, Featuring the Onstage Band, Is On the Way by Darryn King

The Tony-nominated dance musical Illinoise is to release an original cast recording. Illinoise: A New Musical, featuring new arrangements of the 2005 Sufjan Stevens album Illinois and perfo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:18AM

‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ Trailer: Henry Creel Realizes He’s Not Quite Normal by Greg Evans

Netflix and Sonia Friedman Productions today released the first look trailer for the world premiere West End production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, taking the moment to also announ…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:18AM

Six Characters

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:15AM

A Night of Tribute and Triumph at the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards by Sandi Durell

Theater Pizzazz’ Cynthia Reitman was on the Red Carpet at the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards by Cynthia Reitman . . . . The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards, held at the NYU Skirball Center for the Perf…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:09AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Dance Review: ‘Deep River’ presented by Alonzo King LINES Ballet at the Kennedy Center by Justin Rustle

It’s hard to believe that in over 40 years of performing, their appearance last week in the Eisenhower Theater marked San Francisco-based Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s Kennedy Center debut.…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:57AM

Steven Pasquale, Shereen Ahmed, Carolee Carmello, More Will Star in Kennedy Center Nine by Andrew Gans

Andy Blankenbuehler will direct and choreograph the Broadway Center Stage production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Alex Newell Will Bring Solo Show Off-Broadway Via Audible Theater by Logan Culwell-Block

Zhailon Levingston is directing the three-performance run, which will be recorded for later release.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Watch: Step Into the World of Stranger Things: The First Shadow in London's West End by Logan Culwell-Block

Patrick Vaill, Lauren Ward, and more are starring in the new stage play based on the Netflix series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

THE LONELY FEW Extends Off-Broadway Through June 9

 MCC Theater has announced an extension for the New York Premiere of The Lonely Few. Tickets are on sale for the new dates now!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

Video: Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin Discuss CABARET Tony Nominations on TODAY

Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin stopped by TODAY with Hoda & Jenna on Tuesday to discuss Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, now playing at the August Wilson Theatre. In Cabaret, Redmayne play…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

NINE At The Kennedy Center To Be Directed By Andy Blankenbuehler - Casting Announced

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced that the 2018 Kennedy Center Honoree and three-time Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler will direct and choreograph the upc…

SOURCE: Theatrely at 10:30AM

Henry Creel Origins Teased in New ‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ Trailer by Etan Vlessing

Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the U.K. stage play based on the hit Netflix series, has dropped another trailer looking at the drama’s biggest villain, Henry Creel. “It’s not real.…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:29AM

Stranger Things: The First Shadow | 2024 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

A mesmerising first look at smash-hit Stranger Things: The First Shadow as it extends into 2025 at the Phoenix Theatre. Hawkins, 1959: a regular town with regular worries. Young Jim Hopper�…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:28AM

ALEX NEWELL AND THE GOSPEL OF A DIVA Comes to Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre in June

Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva is headed to Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre for three performances only – Thursday, June 27 – Saturday, June 29.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

TITANIC | First Day with The Encores! Orchestra | New York City Center by New York City Center

TITANIC | First Day with The Encores! Orchestra | New York City Center Check out the 30-piece Encores! Orchestra kick off Titanic, the final show in the 30th Encores! series. Guest Music …

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:23AM

Andy Blankenbuehler Will Direct NINE at the Kennedy Center, Starring Steven Pasquale and More!

Andy Blankenbuehler will direct and choreograph the upcoming Broadway Center Stage production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s musical Nine at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

Trans Voices Cabaret to Return to NYC for Annual Pride Show by Molly Higgins

The group highlights transgender and nonbinary voices, including both seasoned performers and rising stars in the musical theatre community.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Photos: Jonathan Groff Joins the Walls of Sardi's by Molly Higgins

Groff, currently Tony nominated for his performance in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, was joined by "old friends" for his portrait unveiling.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Nathan Lee Graham, Grey Henson, Nicole Zuraitis, More Join Night of a Thousand Judys by Molly Higgins, Andrew Gans

The annual Pride concert benefits The Ali Forney Center, the nation’s largest agency dedicated to helping LGBTQIA+ homeless youth.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler-Led Romeo + Juliet Revival Sets Dates at Broadway's Circle in the Square by Andrew Gans

Check out a new music video for the production, which will be directed by Sam Gold with music by Jack Antonoff and movement by Sonya Tayeh.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Photos: See LaChanze, Sutton Foster, and Anne Quart Honored at WP Theater's 2024 Gala by Molly Higgins

Performers and appearances included Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Mandy Gonzalez, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Watch: See Joy Woods Perform 'My Days' from The Notebook The Musical in New Onstage Video by Margaret Hall

The musical—featuring a score by Emmy winner Ingrid Michaelson—follows Allie and Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite forces that threaten to pull them apart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

ROMEO + JULIET Announces Broadway Dates; Watch Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler in New Music Video

ROMEO + JULIET will begin performances on Thursday, September 26, 2024 and officially open on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Broadway’s Circle in the Square Theatre. We have all of the deta…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler Headline Broadway ‘Romeo and Juliet’ by Michael Paulson

A production featuring the screen stars, with music by Jack Antonoff, will open in October at Circle in the Square.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:02AM

The state of Broadway in 2024 by Michael Abourizk

Tony Award-nominated producers Jennifer Costello, Orin Wolf and LaChanze and creatives such as Jessica Stone, Tatiana Kahvegian and Justin Peck talk to Broadway News about the state of the i…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 10:01AM

Exclusive: Broadway League announces recipients of 2024 touring awards by Michael Abourizk

The citations acknowledge achievement across the touring Broadway industry.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 10:00AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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5 minutes with a Tony nominee: ‘Merrily We Roll Along’’s Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez and Daniel Radcliffe by Ruthie Fierberg

The trio of stars from the hit revival shares what drew them to their characters, wisdom from director Maria Friedman and more.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:48AM

New Dave Malloy Musical Three Houses Extends at Signature Theatre Off-Broadway by Molly Higgins

Plus, see Ben Stiller, Darren Aronofsky, Justin David Sullivan, and more celebrate opening night.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Reviews: What Do The Critics Think of Raja Feather Kelly's The Fires Off-Broadway? by Margaret Hall

Off-Broadway’s SoHo Rep venue presents the celebrated choreographer's new play, which centers on three different men in a South Brooklyn railroad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Off-Broadway? by Molly Higgins, Diep Tran

Julia Masli's solo comedy, a 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe hit, is now running at SoHo Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Michael Greif’s Triple Play by American Theatre Editors

The director 'Days of Wine and Roses' and 'Hell's Kitchen' and co-director of 'The Notebook' talks about his busy Broadway season and his specialty in shows about mental health.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:45AM

How to Retell a Classic: The Many Shades of ‘The Color Purple’ by American Theatre Editors

Playwright and screenwriter Marcus Gardley may not have known it at the time, but he had been preparing to adapt Alice Walker's iconic tale for decades.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 09:45AM

Philadelphia’s Wilma Theater to receive 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award by Andy Lefkowitz

The 77th Annual Tony Awards ceremony will be broadcast live from Lincoln Center on June 16.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 09:42AM

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia Receives 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor recognizes a regional theatre company that has displaye…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42AM

1,300+ Elation Lights Dazzle Coachella 2024 by Michael Eddy

Elation lighting has long been a staple of Coachella shows, and this year’s edition of Southern California’s premier music festival was no exception, with the event awash in cutting-edge…

SOURCE: PLSN at 09:39AM

Philadelphia’s Wilma Theater To Receive 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award by Greg Evans

The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia will be the recipient of the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award, an annual honor recognizing a regional theatre company that has displayed “a continuous lev…

SOURCE: Deadline at 09:34AM

The Tragedy of Harvey Milk by Trav S.D.

It’s more than likely that I would have done a post on Harvey Milk (1930-1978) eventually anyway, but a few weeks ago I was reminded of something that pushed it to the top of the agenda: h…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:32AM

MSA Makes Substantial Investment in Moveket by Michael Eddy

Denmark-based entertainment automation specialist, Motor Stage Automation (MSA), has made a substantial investment – over 100 pieces – in equipment from Moveket, comprising 125 Kg and 50…

SOURCE: PLSN at 09:24AM

Arena Cob4FC Lights Up Christina Stürmer MTV Unplugged Concert by Michael Eddy

PROLIGHTS Arena Cob4FC lit up Christina Stürmer's MTV Unplugged concert, an event celebrating the 20-year career of the Austrian pop-rock singer. Lighting Designer Manfred Nikister design…

SOURCE: PLSN at 09:16AM

Video: First Look at Clips From STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW

An all new trailer has been released, giving fans a first look at the critically acclaimed world première production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Check out the video here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:02AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Passing Strange, Young Vic review - exuberant pocket musical with a thoughtful core by Helen Hawkins

Giles Terera excels leading a livewire cast in an irreverent look at Black identity From New York’s Public Theater, the venue that nurtured Hamilton, comes another estimable pocket musical…

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 08:32AM

Orlando Bloom and Condola Rashad Star in ROMEO AND JULIET - Highlights! - YouTube

Playbill•266K views · 5:48 · Go to channel. A Day In The Life: An Actor On His Very First Day on Broadway. Playbill•143K views.

SOURCE: Google at 08:06AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 by Matt Tamanini

‘Cursed Child’ Becomes Fifth Longest Running Broadway Play, Yola to Join ‘Hadestown,’ Matt Teases New Hermes “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hittin…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

The Rise of Immersive Theater: A New Trend in College Theater Productions by Nicole Hardy

Immersive theater is revolutionizing the way stories are told and experienced in college settings. It not only challenges students to think creatively and adaptively but also enriches their …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 07:51AM

Musical Theater in Colleges: Shaping Social Awareness Through Art by Nicole Hardy

Musical theater at the college level often pushes boundaries, challenging traditional narratives and fostering innovation in storytelling. This creative experimentation is essential, enablin…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 07:41AM

Passing Strange review – an all-out wild ride of a rock musical by Kate Wyver

Young Vic, LondonGiles Terera is sublime as the guitar-wielding musician looking back on his tearaway years in this rowdy production You can’t take your eyes off him. The script for this a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:02AM

Marin Theatre lights timely flame with queer love story ‘Torch Song’ by Zack Ruskin

Season-closing production is a showcase for lead actor Dean Linnard as neurotic drag queen Arnold Beckoff.

SOURCE: San Francisco Chronicle at 07:00AM

With great economy, ‘The Lehman Trilogy’ stages global economic collapse by Alex Ullman

British director Sam Mendes brings Stefano Massini’s familial critique of capitalism to American Conservatory Theater.

SOURCE: San Francisco Chronicle at 07:00AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Government probes how hardcore sex show received £100k arts funding by Nicole Vassell

National arts agency awarded lottery funding to the explicit live show that outraged parliamentary ministers

SOURCE: The Independent at 06:36AM

Play It Again: Jekyll and Hyde's "This Is the Moment" by JK

 Play It Again: Jekyll & Hyde's "This Is the Moment" For this new series, Jeff has invited me to choose some classic Broadway show tunes and compare versions of these songs from sever…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:32AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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6 Exceptional Books Perfect for Gifting by Aussie Theatre

Books elevate every celebration and holiday. Whether it’s a birthday, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s Day, or Festivus, the act of

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 05:36AM

Sydney Theatre Company announces Patrick White Playwrights Award and Fellowship by Aussie Theatre

Acclaimed playwright Joanna Murray-Smith has been appointed Sydney Theatre Company’s next Patrick White Fellow – a year-long engagement that includes

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 05:25AM

Oklahoma! in concert – Full cast announced by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Full casting is announced for Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! in concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. This post Oklahoma! in concert – Full cast announced first appeare…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:13AM

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 22, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 22, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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1987 * Movie Playbill "Barfly - Mickey Rourke" Drama (B+) - Mynumi

Acquista 1987 * Movie Playbill "Barfly - Mickey Rourke" Drama (B+) dalla sezione Other Collections dello shop online di Mynumi in cui troverai ...

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What Makes Sammy Run? - Search | Playbill

From Fiddler on the Roof to Funny Girl, Anyone Can Whistle and Hello, Dolly!, Playbill.com looks back at the landmark productions that ...

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Sydney Theatre Company announces Patrick White Playwrights Award and Fellowship

The post Sydney Theatre Company announces Patrick White Playwrights Award and Fellowship appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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The Millers Point Song Book set to premiere in Sydney this May

The post The Millers Point Song Book set to premiere in Sydney this May appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Ghosts

The post Ghosts appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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What People Say Helps Them Feel Welcome by Joe Patti

Yesterday, I mentioned some of the factors about membership/subscription benefits that Colleen Dilenschneider and the folks at IMPACTS identified as most motivating for different generations…

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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New artwork inspired by Sydney icons transforms city laneways

The post New artwork inspired by Sydney icons transforms city laneways appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

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Jerry's Girls Revival Opens at London's Menier Chocolate Factory May 22 by Andrew Gans

Hannah Chissick directs the Jerry Herman revue.

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Tony-Winner Richard Maltby, Jr. To Direct THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE At Weathervane Theatre

Tony winner Richard Maltby Jr. will direct a new revue for Weathervane's 2024 season, featuring a mix of classic and contemporary musical numbers.

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Me and Orson Welles Special Preview Clip 2 - Ian McKay as Orson Welles by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Based in real theatrical history, Me and Orson Welles is a romantic coming-of-age story about a teenage actor who lucks into a role in Julius Caesar as it's bei…

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Roundabout's THE COMMON PURSUIT- Performance Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Roundabout Theatre Company's The Common Pursuit, by Simon Gray, directed by Moises Kaufman is currently in previews. The cast features Kristen Bush as 'Marigold…

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Matt Brumlow and More in Highlights of HANK WILLIAMS by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside and American Blues Theater, Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, are proud to announce the first production …

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Sneak Peek of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL- Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: A Christmas Story, The Musical arrives on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the…

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Signature Theatre's STOP. RESET. - Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Signature Theatre presents the world premiere of stop. reset., running now through September 29, 2013 with opening night set for this weekend on September 8 in …

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THE FANTASTICKS Celebrates 20,000th Performance in New York City on 9/15- Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, will celebrate a record breaking 20,000th New York performance, on Sunday, September 15, 2013, announced p…

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Betty Buckley and More in Signature Theatre's THE OLD FRIENDS - Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Horton Foote's The Old Friends, directed by Michael Wilson runs now through October 6, 2013, with a September 12 opening night in The Irene Diamond Stage at The…

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Charlie Brady, Katie Boren & More in Highlights of MISS SAIGON at Starlight by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, produced by Starlight Theatre, runs September 7-13. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Bu…

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Inside the First Preview of CARRIE Off-Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The newly reworked and fully re-imagined production of Carrie, the musical, had its first preview tonight at 7 p.m. at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christoph…

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Orlando Bloom and Condola Rashad Star in ROMEO AND JULIET - Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The new Broadway production of Shakespeare's timeless love story Romeo and Juliet starring international film star Orlando Bloom, making his Broadway debut oppo…

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Highlights of Black Ensemble Theater's IT'S ALL-RIGHT TO HAVE A GOOD TIME: by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Black Ensemble Theater announces It's All-Right To Have A Good Time: The Story of Curtis Mayfield produced and written by Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO…

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Cleavant Derricks, Larry Marshall and More in Highlights of Goodman Theatre's PULLMAN PORTER BLUES by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Goodman Theatre Resident Director Chuck Smith presents the Chicago premiere production of Cheryl L. West's Pullman Porter Blues-a 2013 Helen Hayes/Charles MacAr…

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Highlights from THE GLASS MENAGERIE on Broadway- Cherry Jones, Zachary Quinto & More! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The 17-week limited engagement of the critically-acclaimed revival of The Glass Menagerie at the Booth Theatre (222 W 45th Street) began performances on Septemb…

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Estelle Parsons and Stephen Spinella in Highlights of THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: The Velocity of Autumn, a new two-character play from Cleveland-based playwright Eric Coble, is now running atArena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theate…

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Performance Preview from New Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical- STEPHEN WARD! by BroadwayWorld

From BroadwayWorld's Archive: Earlier today at a special event at The Box in Soho, Stephen Ward was launched with cast and creative team as well as VIP guest MAndy Rice-Davies. Opening in th…

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards