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Friday, February 26, 2021

Thoughts of a Colored Man Headed to Broadway at the Golden Theatre by Broadway Direct

On Thursday, Thoughts of a Colored Man has announced it will play at the Golden Theatre. The new play by Keenan Scott II, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, has not yet announced official d…

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Broadway Songs for Breakups by Broadway Direct

The romance was fun while it lasted, but the month is winding down, and it’s time to officially break up with the season of love. Saying goodbye is always hard, but there’s nothing a lit…

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5 Questions with Sonya Tayeh of Moulin Rouge! The Musical by Broadway Direct

Sonya Tayeh is a New York City-based choreography & director, and her work has been featured in many stage works, including Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Sing Street, Fall For Dance at City…

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The Importance of Uncomfortable Conversations with Bernie Telsey & Britton Smith by Broadway Direct

The murders of Breonna Taylor & George Floyd were pivotal catalysts for a national reckoning around racial injustice. Americans could no longer ignore these broken systems and policies t…

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Friday, February 19, 2021

Watch Now: Brandy & Todrick Hall Sing a Cinderella Medley by Broadway Direct

Executive Produced, Directed and Choreographed by Todrick Hall Starring Todrick Hall & Brandy Featuring Victor Garber, Paolo Montalbán, Jason Alexander, Bernadette Peters, Veanne Cox, …

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Broadway Songs that are Lovely Duets by Broadway Direct

In the world of Broadway, there’s no better way to express love than by bursting out in song. Keeping up with the month’s theme of love, this playlist is full of epic Broadway duets perf…

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5 Questions with Tom Kitt of Jagged Little Pill by Broadway Direct

Tom Kitt is a Tony Award-winning composer and has been keeping busy and doing a lot to keep the theatre community engaged during the Broadway shutdown. He’s nominated again this year for a…

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Thursday, February 11, 2021

Broadway Advocacy Coalition Announces Panelists for “What Now” Forum by Broadway Direct

The Broadway Advocacy Coalition (BAC) announces the roster of panelists for Part I of its next #BwayforBLM Forum What Now will include Jeanine Tesori, Rachel Chavkin, Kate Shindle, Warren Ad…

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Amber Ruffin Joins Some Like It Hot‘s Creative Team by Broadway Direct

Emmy nominated writer and performer Amber Ruffin has joined the Some Like It Hot creative team. Ruffin joins Tony nominee Matthew López to adapt the musical comedy from the beloved MGM fil…

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

First Date: The Musical to Stream on BroadwayHD by Broadway Direct

What’s better than a First Date on Valentine’s Day? BroadwayHD, the premiere streaming service for live theater, announced today that Broadway hit First Date: The Musical, starring Broad…

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Broadway Songs to Fall in Love With by Broadway Direct

With Valentine’s Day just one week away, we’re ready to embrace the holiday’s spirit, and we’ve got the perfect mix of swoon-inducing show tunes that will nudge you into a romantic m…

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Monday, February 8, 2021

Governor Cuomo Announces “NY PopsUp” Festival in New York by Broadway Direct

NY PopsUp, an unprecedented and expansive festival featuring hundreds of pop-up performances that will intersect with the daily lives of New Yorkers, has been announced by Governor Andrew M.…

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Friday, February 5, 2021

BroadwayHD Spreads the Love in February with New Titles by Broadway Direct

Love is in the air this month as BroadwayHD, the premiere streaming service for theater fans, adds a line-up of new show-stopping theater performances, concert films, and documentaries. Star…

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

Brandy and Whitney Houston’s Cinderella Is Coming to Disney+ by Broadway Direct

Mark your calendars, it’s not impossible! The iconic Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, starring Brandy and Whitney Houston, is coming to Disney+. It will be available on the platfo…

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Slava’s Snowshow Debuts on BroadwayHD by Broadway Direct

Slava’s Snowshow, one of the hottest, most critically acclaimed stage shows from across the globe, is about to become available on streaming for the first time ever. BroadwayHD, the premie…

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Broadway’s Come From Away Musical To Be Filmed Live by Broadway Direct

Entertainment One is set to produce a live filming of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Come From Away. It will be filmed live at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, where the current Bro…

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Broadway Songs that Celebrate Black Artists by Broadway Direct

February is Black History Month, and we’re taking this opportunity to listen to and celebrate the history and legacy of Black artists in musical theatre. History continues to be in the mak…

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Shows That Feature Just Two Actors by Broadway Direct

The “two-hander” is a term for a play, film, or television program with only two main characters. When a show only requires two actors, the full depth of the show must be carried by thos…

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Monday, February 1, 2021

Broadway Advocacy Coalition Announces “What Now” Forum by Broadway Direct

The Broadway Advocacy Coalition (BAC) announces Part I of its next #BwayforBLM Forum What Now, to be held on Monday, February 15 at 6:00 PM ET. Details for Part II will be announced at a lat…

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Friday, January 29, 2021

Dear Evan Hansen Movie Sets a Release Date by Broadway Direct

Universal has announced that Dear Evan Hansen, the adaptation of the Broadway musical, will be released on September 24, 2021. The movie will star Ben Platt in the title role, reprising his…

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

2021 Jimmy Awards to be Presented Virtually on Thursday, July 15 by Broadway Direct

The Broadway League is pleased to announce that the 12th Jimmy Awards will be presented on Thursday, July 15, 2021. Due to the ongoing health concerns with COVID-19, this year’s program …

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Watch Now: Leslie Odom Jr. on His Broadway Debut & Playing Sam Cooke by Broadway Direct

Jimmy informs Leslie that he has no mean tweets written about him, Leslie talks about the nickname he has had since childhood, starting on Broadway at 17 years old in Rent, starring in Hamil…

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

10 New Trending Broadway TikToks You Have to Watch by Broadway Direct

While we continue to spend more time at home than we’ve ever had, TikTok continues to gain popularity among everyone who’s looking for new, fun content. These short-form videos see so ma…

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Broadway Songs that feature Tap Numbers by Broadway Direct

Until we have the opportunity to gaze upon amazing tap numbers in Broadway shows, listening to the music of the numbers themselves will have to do. Tap numbers are sometimes the showstopper …

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Monday, January 25, 2021

BroadwayHD Becomes Streaming Home of the Royal Shakespeare Company by Broadway Direct

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” BroadwayHD, the premiere streaming service for live theater, announced today that their platform will become home t…

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Watch Now: Leslie Odom Jr. in a New Music Video for “Speak Now” by Broadway Direct

“Speak Now” by Leslie Odom Jr. Composers: Leslie Odom Jr., Sam Ashworth One Night in Miami… is Regina King’s directorial debut. What happens when Cassius Clay, Malcolm X, Jim Brown,…

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Thursday, January 21, 2021

Broadway Stars Sing “Seasons of Love/Let the Sunshine In” for the Inauguration by Broadway Direct

Seasons of Love (Larsen) /Let The Sunshine In (Rado/Ragni/MacDermot) Producers: Seth Rudetsky, James Wesley and Schele Williams Director: Schele Williams Video Editor: Jabari Payne Sound Mix…

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

Broadway Advocacy Coalition Announces Scholars for Cody Renard Richard Program by Broadway Direct

The Broadway Advocacy Coalition (BAC) and veteran Broadway stage manager Cody Renard Richard (Variety’s 2020 Broadway Players to Watch, Hamilton, Freestyle Love Supreme) announce the 15 re…

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Broadway Songs for Inspiration by Broadway Direct

Sometimes you may be stuck in a rut, lacking inspiration, and motivation to get any work done. However, inspiration can come from anywhere, and we have the perfect playlist for you. These ar…

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Quiz: Which Broadway Dynamic Duo are You and Your BFF? by Broadway Direct

Throughout our lives, some of the most important relationships we foster are with our best friends. Whether you see them every day or once a year, we hold our friends close to us. We’ll go…

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10 Interviews with Broadway Stars that Will Bring a Smile to Your Face by Broadway Direct

In this video roundup, we’re taking a moment to deep dive into some interviews with a few of our favorite Broadway stars. From Lin-Manuel Miranda interviewing Lady Gaga on her Broadway dre…

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