Mandy Gonzalez, Daphne Rubin Vega, and More to Join Jaime Lozano for Virtual Concert at Joe's Pub Live

Considered by Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda to be the 'next big thing' on Broadway, Mexican director, composer, arranger, and orchestrator Jaime Lozano is 'returning' to Joe's Pub on June 24…

Blindness by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Read by unseen British stage star Juliet Stevenson, "Blindness" is as timely as Albert Camus’ "The Plague" with its story of an epidemic which affects first a community, then a city and fi…

A movie musical version of MATILDA is set for a December 2022 Netflix release by Sean McLoughlin

It has been announced that the much loved musical ‘Matilda’, based on the original Roald Dahl story, is set to

Performer Stuff Academy Vocal Coach Series Featuring Jenny Kim-Godfrey Lesson Ten by Performerstuff

Performer Stuff Academy Vocal Coach Series Featuring Jenny Kim-Godfrey Lesson Ten Written by: Tiffany Wilkie June 9, 2021 Performer Stuff Academy concludes with our last free vocal coac…

Alex Brightman and Rory O'Malley Join Demi Lovato NBC Pilot HUNGRY

Tony-nominees Alex Brightman and Rory O'Malley have signed on to a new NBC pilot from executive producer Demi Lovato.

Ana Villafañe Joins NBC NIGHT COURT Follow Up

On Your Feet! star Ana Villafañe has joined the cast of the upcoming NBC pilot for their reboot of the classic legal comedy, Night Court. 

In The Heights by Barry Gordin

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Musical In the Heights Is Adapted for the Screen By: Ellis Nassour June 9, 2021: The creator of the theatrical blockbuster Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and the…

Matthew Morrison Reminisces on Past Roles in HAIRSPRAY and THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA by BroadwayWorld

Watch the full interview HERE: http://bway.world/MatthewBL Want more Backstage Live episodes? Visit http://bway.world/BackstageLive Richard Ridge chats with Broadway favorite Matthew Morri…

How Has Technology Changed Orchestras? — My Talk for the League of American Orchestras Conference by Douglas McLennan

I was asked to deliver a "provocation" for this week's League of American Orchestras annual conference with the prompt "How has Technology Changed Orchestras Forever?" Here's a video of the…

Goodspeed Musicals Announces September 24 Reopening Date and New Production of A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING

Goodspeed Musicals announced today that the two-time Tony Award-winning theater will reopen its doors beginning September 24 with the rousing revue, A Grand Night for Singing: A Celebration…

‘Bright Colors and Bold Patterns’ a comic delight at Island City Stage by Aaron Krause

By AARON KRAUSE While watching Drew Droege’s delightfully comic, single-character play, Bright Colors and Bold Patterns, one might wonder: Is the horizontally big fellow at the piece’s …

Lilli Cooper, Gilbert L. Bailey, Jerusha Cavazos and More to Join the VASTHY'S FRIENDS Virtual Juneteenth Celebration!

On Saturday, June 19th, 12:00 PM ET Broadway actress Vasthy Mompoint will be joined by Beyoncé Bassist Divinity Roxx and Broadway Stars Lilli Cooper (Tony Nominee, SpongeBob: The Musical), …

Paper Mill Playhouse 2021 Gala | TOGETHER AT HOME by Paper Mill Playhouse

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VIDEO: Fran Drescher Chats About THE NANNY Broadway Musical on THE VIEW!

The musical will feature a book co-written by Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominee Drescher and Jacobson, with lyrics by Emmy and Golden Globe winner Rachel Bloom and music by Bloom and thr…

“Let Them Do Yeats Next!:” “AURIC” At The Brighton Fringe by Kasia Lech

AURIC (Songs from a Golden Age) at the Brighton Fringe is a unique aural journey and experience that – if not for Covid – would be ideally performed live in a church, or a cave, or any …

Brandon Michael Nase sings "Simple Joys" from Pippin at the 2021 Spring Celebration by American Repertory Theater

Brandon Michael Nase (The Black Clown, ExtraOrdinary; Founder/Executive Director of Broadway for Racial Justice) offered a performance of Stephen Schwartz's song "Simple Joys" in tribute to …

Livestreaming a Conference: Without Borders: Dramaturgy in the New Decade: In-Person Gathering

By . Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas presents Without Borders: Dramaturgy in the New Decade / Sin Fronteras: Dramaturgismo en la Nueva Década livestreaming on the global, c…

In the News: Ana Villafañe, Alex Brightman, and Rory O'Malley Book TV Pilots, Irish Rep Plans Digital Summer Season, More by Talaura Harms

Plus, a Daniel Fish-conceived concert of Loesser's The Most Happy Fella music will play Bard SummerScape, with Mary Testa, Tina Fabrique, and more

Goodman Theatre Sets Dates for 2021–2022 Season, Including School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play by Dan Meyer

The Sean Hayes-led Good Night, Oscar, the musical adaption of The Outsiders, and more will come to Chicago.

NBC Cancels ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST

Producers at Lionsgate TV are planning to shop the series to additional networks and streamers.

Call Answered: Enzo Zelocchi: The Source, Actor, Producer, Writer, Influencer by Adam Rothenberg

Enzo Zelocchi is an Actor, Producer, Writer, and Influencer. In addition to entertainment, Enzo and I discuss his latest film, The Source, plus how life has changed for him this past year as…

Call Answered: Jacques Chevelle: Side Hustle on Nickelodeon, Actor, Television, Musical Theatre by Adam Rothenberg

Jacques Chevelle is a rising actor who is currently starring on Nickelodeon’s Side Hustle. I’m so excited to be talking with Jacques about this hilarious new comedy as well as theatre, m…

InStyle Magazine x ABT | "New York, On Pointe" by American Ballet Theatre

ABT is featured in InStyle Magazine's July 2021 Issue! Check out our dancers featured in their video, on the cover, and in their story "Ballet Is Back, Baby" - read the story here: https://w…

Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announces Reopening by Amelia Merrill

The theatre will return to in-person performances in July with a new play about activist Fannie Lou Hamer.

Odds & Ends: Frankie Grande Announces Engagement to Hale Leon by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Frankie Grande & Hale Leon Are Engaged Broadway alum and former Broadway.com vlogger Frankie Grande is going to tie th…

LA&M’s dirty 30 by Adam M. Rhodes

A reflection on the museum’s storied past and more inclusive future What do you get when a leather daddy and a librarian walk into a synagogue? Well, apparent…

CIC Feature l Penn & Fletcher, Inc. by Kathy Eddy

In this CIC Features video from the Costume Industry Coalition, they celebrate and proudly showcase the work and legacy of Ernie Smith, owner and founder of Penn & Fletcher, Inc. Smith a…

Separate Yet Together: The Twelfth International Between.Pomiędzy Festival of Literature and Theatre by Sylwia Dobkowska

Can we be in two places at once? Can an event happen online and offline simultaneously? The current pandemic situation has taught us that we can overcome many problems. We can flourish despi…

Trailer: The Bright Lights of Denver - Fictional podcast from DCPA Off-Center by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

The Bright Lights of Denver is a 4-part fictional story, combining the thrill of investigative podcasting, theatrical storytelling, and an optional city-wide scavenger hunt. Episodes release…

Livestreaming a Conference: Without Borders: Dramaturgy in the New Decade: Virtual Synchronous

By . Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas presents Without Borders: Dramaturgy in the New Decade / Sin Fronteras: Dramaturgismo en la Nueva Década livestreaming on the global, c…

Otters and Foxes and Bears, Oh My! Camp Morning Wood Brings the Gay Outdoors Inside

The musical in the buff is running at Asylum NYC.

S.F. Playhouse brings live theater back to city with ‘Hold These Truths’ by Steven Winn

Jeanne Sakata’s documentary solo play reopened mainstream, live in-person theater to San Francisco. The production runs through July 3.

Backstage Video | Inside Stratford Festival’s New Tom Patterson Theatre by Kathy Eddy

With this Backstage Video, take a tour of the Stratford Festival’s newest theatre, slated to open post-pandemic in June 2022:

RSC Stitch In Time | Costume Workshop Walk Through with Alistair McArthur by Kathy Eddy

In this video from The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), RSC Head of Costume Alistair McArthur walks us through the company’s redeveloped and restored costume workshop. Enjoy the tour!

Sweetwater Virtual GearFest 2021 Slated for June 25-26 by Kathy Eddy

Sweetwater, the music technology and instrument retailer, is gearing up for its annual GearFest event on June 25 and June 26, 2021. Similar to last year’s festivities, the world’s bigges…

Alyssa: Memoirs of a Queen review – ego fest with a helping of humility by Brian Logan

Vaudeville theatre, LondonRuPaul’s Drag Race star Alyssa Edwards rampages into the West End and has an easy way with the crowd “My favourite subject is talking about me,” Alyssa Edward…

Beyond the Music: Capturing the Sounds of Washington Heights for In The Heights by Dan Meyer

How Lewis Goldstein made a NYC vibrant neighborhood come to life on screen

JW Winco: Toggle Latches by Kathy Eddy

Toggle latches are proven and universal devices for fast and secure closing of covers and hoods. With GN 761, JW Winco now offers exactly the right solutions for applications in the medium w…

BWW Exclusive: Watch an Interview from David Rockwell's New Book, Featuring Anna Deveare Smith

Drama, a new book by Tony winner David Rockwell with Bruce Mau, and edited by Sam Lubell, is now available from Phaidon. Inspired by an early life rooted in the theater, Rockwell has long …

Waves Audio: Updates for SoundGrid Applications by Kathy Eddy

Waves Audio, announced new updates for all Waves SoundGrid applications: the eMotion LV1 live mixer and the SuperRack plugin chainer for live sound processing, and the SoundGrid Studio and S…

Norm Lewis Sings for the American Theatre Wing Centennial Concert on BroadwayHD by American Theatre Wing

We’re partnering with BroadwayHD for a Summer Celebration honoring the theatre community. June 13-20, you can watch our Centennial Concert for FREE on BroadwayHD. Learn more: https://bit.l…

Philadelphia Designers on Display at Set Model Theatre by Kathy Eddy

1812 Productions is pleased to present a one-of-a-kind digital theatre experience, Set Model Theatre. In early 2021, they gathered more than a dozen Philly theatre designers and technicians …

Jackie Hoffman Will Star in Fruma-Sarah (Waiting in the Wings) Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Set during a community theatre production of Fiddler on the Roof, the limited engagement will play the cell.

Daniel Fish Reunites with Oklahoma! Alums for The Most Happy Fella Concert by Lindsey Sullivan

Bard SummerScape has announced casting for Most Happy in Concert. The event is directed by Daniel Fish, and reunites him with arrangers Daniel Kluger and Nathan Koci, who all previously c…

VIDEO: Jessica Chastain Shows Off Her Voice in THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE Trailer

The film also stars Andrew Garfield as Jim Bakker.

Love From Lincoln Center: Brass Musicians from Across Lincoln Center’s Campus Perform for Hospital by Lincoln Center

Streamed live from NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital in Upper Manhattan, a brass dectet comprised of musicians from the American Ballet Theatre Orchestra, Juilliard School, Metropolitan Op…

32 LGBTQIA+ Theatre Characters That Keep Us Inspired by Marc J. Franklin

We asked, you answered: Take a look at the queer characters that have moved you on the stage and beyond.

Goodman Theatre announces 2021-22 season, with live performances beginning this summer by Chris Jones

The Goodman Theatre in Chicago has announced a 2021-22 season with many of the productions originally planned before the pandemic closed the theater for more than a year.

David Korins Gives Us a Look Into the New Drama Book Shop by BroadwayWorld

Watch more behind-the-scenes clips, including an interview with Tommy Kail HERE: http://bway.world/DramaBookShop The Drama Book Shop is officially back, thanks to new owners Thomas Kail and…

Gregory Diaz IV Shares His Most Memorable Moments on the Set of IN THE HEIGHTS by BroadwayWorld

Watch the full interview HERE: http://bway.world/GregoryITH Gregory Diaz IV, who plays Sonny in In The Heights, can't wait for the world to see it! Lights up on Washington Heights this Thu…

Theatre Chat Live: The Prince Of Egypt & The Money Live by Kitty Underwood

This week Jess spoke to Debbie Kurup on the return of The Prince Of Egypt and Kate Pakenham about the exciting new immersive show, The Money. The post Theatre Chat Live: The Prince Of Egypt …

Watch Ben Platt and Lola Kirke's Strained Sibling Relationship in the Trailer for Broken Dreams by Talaura Harms

The Black Label Media film will release in theatres and on cable VOD July 23.

Watch Ben Platt and Lola Kirke's Strained Sibling Relationship in the Trailer for Broken Diamonds by Talaura Harms

The Black Label Media film will release in theatres and on cable VOD July 23.

Tony Nominees Alex Brightman and Rory O'Malley & More Set for Demi Lovato’s Comedy Hungry by Caitlin Moynihan

A trio of stage favorites are set to appear in the upcoming NBC comedy pilot Hungry, starring and executive produced by Demi Lovato. Tony nominees Alex Brightman and Rory O'Malley and Jay Kl…

Ana Villafañe to Star in Night Court Sequel Series on NBC by Caitlin Moynihan

Ana Villafañe, the star of Broadway's On Your Feet!, will appear as a series regular in the upcoming NBC series Night Court, according to Deadline. Written and executive produced by Dan R…

Buyer Beware: Unscrupulous Brokers Are Selling Springsteen on Broadway Tickets for Thousands of Dollars by Roger Friedman

Tickets to Springsteen on Broadway don’t go on sale until tomorrow, Thursday June 10th. And you can only get them on SeatGeek.com

Brian Stokes Mitchell, Heather Headley, Norm Lewis & More to Appear in the Wing's Centennial Concert and Gala

In honor of what is usually Tony Sunday, the American Theatre Wing is partnering with BroadwayHD in making the Wing’s Centennial Concert that celebrates the theatre community available to…

Flushing Town Hall opens its ‘Pride Trilogy’ concert series this week by Deb Miller

To celebrate Pride Month, Flushing Town Hall is presenting a Pride Trilogy, livestreaming for three consecutive Thursdays, beginning on June 10, at 7 pm. The music series, featuring a stella…

Laura Bell Bundy Joins Our June Stage Door Masterclass Lineup

BroadwayWorld is thrilled to announce that Laura Bell Bundy (Legally Blonde, Hairspray, Wicked) will join the BroadwayWorld Stage Door masterclass lineup in June!

Fran Drescher Tells ‘The View’ That ‘The Nanny’ Musical Coming Soon To Broadway by Greg Evans

Despite the Covid death last year of its announced co-composer Adam Schlesinger, The Nanny Broadway musical is “almost ready to launch,” Fran Drescher said on The View today. And no, Dre…

Stars Like Them! Baby, They Were Born To Sing Springsteen!

Some Boss Broadway news was released this week! We are literally WEEKS away from the first Broadway show to return and a Tony Award winner no less.

Lawrence Leritz to Discuss 'Success As A Dancer' on ONE-HOUR SERIES Livestream Event by Chloe Rabinowitz

Learn about Lawrence's journey as an actor/dancer/choreographer and what it takes to make it as a dancer on Broadway, film, and television.

David Rockwell and Jordan Roth Discuss the Intersection of Theater and Architecture

Rockwell is the author of the new book, Drama.

Mary Testa, Tina Fabrique, Erin Markey Set for Daniel Fish's Most Happy in Concert

The show is a new setting of Frank Loesser's The Most Happy Fella.

Irish Rep Announces Summer Season of Streaming Performances

The off-Broadway company offers two news plays and a musical revival for home viewers this summer.

Tina Fabrique, Mary Testa and More to Star in MOST HAPPY IN CONCERT Presented by Bard SummerScape 

Bard SummerScape today announced casting for Most Happy in Concert, a setting of Frank Loesser’s songs for The Most Happy Fella from director Daniel Fish and arrangers Daniel Klug…

What to Watch: June 9 by Suzanna Bowling

THE DESTRUCTION OF JANE stars stars Paul Pecorino and Rob Eco as Jane and Tarzan respectively, and features special cameo appearances by Mario Cantone and Randy Rainbow.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BROKEN DIAMONDS, Starring Ben Platt & Lola Kirke

In the wake of his father's death, a twenty-something writer sees his dream of moving to Paris put in jeopardy when he's forced to temporarily take in his wildly unpredictable, mentally ill …

Come to PAPA, ‘Pass Over,’ ‘we got time,’ and ‘In the Heights’ highlight the weekend by Kyle V. Hiller

Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda and a Slew of Stars Celebrate Broadway's Return by Lindsey Sullivan

Ahead of the In the Heights film release on June 11, creator Lin-Manuel Miranda appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for a medley celebrating the return of Broadway with a tr…

Matilda Movie Musical, Starring Emma Thompson & Alisha Weir, Set to Release in December 2022 by Lindsey Sullivan

Audiences are one step closer to getting loud for the Matilda movie musical! Deadline reports that Netflix will release the film in December 2022. In addition, Sony Pictures U.K. and TriStar…

The Windsors: Endgame, Starring Harry Enfield, to Play the West End in August by Caitlin Moynihan

The royals are coming to the West End! The world premiere stage adaptation of The Windsors: Endgame, the popular Channel 4 comedy series, will play at the West End's Prince of Wales Theatre …

Hear From Ali Stroker, Krysta Rodriguez & More on Broadway Profiles by Lindsey Sullivan

Before it airs nationwide, we're offering a look at the latest episode of Broadway Profiles. Hosted by Emmy-winning anchor Tamsen Fadal and powered by Broadway.com, this installment will ai…

Patton Oswalt, Hasan Minhaj and other comics coming to Chicago Theatre by Doug George

Comedians Hasan Minhaj, Randy Rainbow, Brian Regan and Patton Oswalt are all coming to the Chicago Theatre in the upcoming season.

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Jon Chu Discuss IN THE HEIGHTS on CBS THIS MORNING!

They also discussed the return of Broadway and why the industry needs to be more diverse.

Terell Johnson joins Chicago Philharmonic as executive director by Deanna Isaacs

The "musician-governed" Chicago Philharmonic looks to innovative programming for the future. Last week the Chicago Philharmonic Society announced the appointment…

LLOYD WEBBER SAYS HE WILL RISK ARREST TO REOPEN HIS THEATRES ON 21 JUNE by Robert Shuman

(PA Media’s article appeared in the Guardian, 6/8; Photo: The Guardian.)  Impresario is determined his production of Cinderella will start this month in London as planned Andrew Lloyd Web…

MATILDA Movie Musical Sets December 2022 Netflix Release!

Matilda, which features a huge cast of talented young actors, tells of a super-powered girl who uses her new skills to help those around her, all the while trying to deal with the atrocious …

American Theatre Wing and BroadwayHD Will Offer Streaming Presentation of ATW Centennial Concert and Gala by Dan Meyer

The 2017 special event featured Heather Headley, Santino Fontana, Rebecca Luker, and more.

The Shubert Foundation Awards $32.1 Million in 2021 Grants

Following the impact of COVID-19 on the performing arts, The Shubert Foundation announced today that it is awarding a record $32.1 million in 2021 grants to 575 not-for-profit theatres, …

Last Chance to Vote for Next on Stage Finale!

Don't miss your chance to vote for the Broadway's Next on Stage winners! Who do you want to win season 3? Place your vote before tonight, June 9 (11:59pm ET) for the High School and College…

Take an Exclusive Sneak Peek at the Finale of Broadway Bares: Twerk From Home by Marc J. Franklin

The annual burlesque fundraiser, directed by Tony winner Jerry Mitchell, is set to go virtual June 20.

‘In the Heights’: Daphne Rubin-Vega Talks Playing a Queer Character and Recalls Starring in ‘Rent’ 25 Years Ago by Marc Malkin

Daphne Rubin-Vega’s face may be on an “In the Heights” billboard on 41st Street in Times Square, but her son isn’t so impressed. “He is 16, so I am not the coolest person at all on…

Shubert Foundation Awards Record $32.1M In Grants To 575 Non-Profit Arts Groups by Greg Evans

Following an unprecedented year of hardship for the performing arts, the Shubert Foundation announced today that it would award a record $32.1 million in 2021 grants to 575 not-for-profit ar…

Lin-Manuel Miranda Plans on Going to Every Broadway Show | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Lin-Manuel Miranda talks about being Jimmy's first guest on The Tonight Show At-Home Edition, the return of Broadway and the viral Hamilton and Space Jam mashup. The Tonight Show Starring…

Lin-Manuel Miranda Wasn't Planning on Appearing in In the Heights | The Tonight Show by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Lin-Manuel Miranda talks about the film adaptation of his musical In the Heights and how his role in the film came to fruition. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Stream now on Peac…

"Broadway’s Back!" with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jimmy Fallon | The Tonight Show by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Jimmy and Lin-Manuel Miranda perform a song about every musical they can’t wait to see when Broadway returns and sing a parody of Hamilton's "You'll Be Back" with the help of special guest…

Bradley Whitford and John Lithgow could battle for a chance to make Emmy history by Joyce Eng

Bradley Whitford and John Lithgow have nine Emmys between them, including one each in Best Drama Supporting Actor. They’re in the running in the category this year for “The Handmaid’s …

Matilda Movie Musical, Starring Emma Thompson, Sets 2022 Release by Andrew Gans

Matthew Warchus, who directed the musical in London and on Broadway, also helms the film.

Watch a Wildy Transformed Jessica Chastain Singing in The Eyes of Tammy Faye Trailer by Dan Meyer

The film also stars Tonys winners Andrew Garfield and Cherry Jones.

The Shubert Foundation Awards $32.1 Million in 2021 Grants by Kathy Eddy

Following the unprecedented impact of COVID-19 on the performing arts, The Shubert Foundation announced that it is awarding a record $32.1 million in 2021 grants to 575 not-for-profit th…

Theatre as Healing Ritual: How Afrofemononomy Worked the Roots by American Theatre Editors

How a group of Black femme theatremakers made Kathleen Collins's undersung work a site of communion and affirmation.

Theater to Stream: Pride Goes Online by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Highlights include the latest edition of “Broadway Bares,” Jackie Sibblies Drury’s “Marys Seacole” and a new play by Caryl Churchill.

TSDCA & Meyer Sound Replay | Spacemap Go Introduction/Concepts Roundtable by Michael Eddy

Meyer Sound teamed up with the Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association (TSDCA) for a roundtable – Spacemap Go Introduction and Concepts. This roundtable covers beginner-level…

33 LGBTQIA+ Theatre Characters That Keep Us Inspired by Marc J. Franklin

We asked, you answered: Take a look at the queer characters that have moved you on the stage and beyond.

Dee Alaba celebrates her authentic self by Irene Hsiao

Dee Alaba seeks collaborators who celebrate and respect identity. Born in Davao in the Philippines and raised in Des Plaines, Dee Alaba began dancing at the age…

New York Theatre Workshop Announces Productions Through 2023 by Lindsey Sullivan

After concluding its 2019-2020 season early due to COVID-19, New York Theatre Workshop has announced in-person productions for both its 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 seasons. The 2021-2022 season…

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, June 9, 2021 by Susan Grace

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Jimmy Fallon, Lin-Manuel Miranda & Friends Musically Proclaim “Broadway’s Back!” by Greg Evans

Broadway received the musical equivalent of an engraved invitation last night when Lin-Manuel Miranda joined Jimmy Fallon in a star-packed stage-themed production number on The Tonight Show,…

WATCH: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jimmy Fallon, More Celebrate Broadway’s Return With Musical Spectacular by Ryan McPhee

Kristin Chenoweth, Phylicia Rashad, Olga Merediz, Christopher Jackson, Laura Benanti, and Jimmy Smits help pay tribute to the Great White Way.

Go Inside the New Drama Book Shop

The Tony-honored bookstore, now owned by the Hamilton team, officially reopens.

Hello, Dolly!'s Kate Baldwin, Taylor Trensch, Gavin Creel, and Beanie Feldstein Reunite on Stars in the House June 9 by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's daily series benefits The Actors Fund.

Cast Announced for ‘Broadway Bares: Twerk From Home’ by Matthew Wexler

Watch your favorite Broadway performers twerk it out for the annual Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS fundraiser with a finale filmed in Times Square. The post Cast Announced for ‘Broadway…

Michael J. Fox Turns 60; Retires for Health Reasons by Trav S.D.

Here’s a benchmark calculated to make me feel like Methusaleh. Michael J. Fox turns 60 today. Soon he can start redeeming those senior citizen coupons for half-priced coffee. “Back to th…

‘Throws us straight into the heart of the story’: DEVIL’S FOOD CAKE – Brighton Fringe (Online review) by Liz Dyer

Written, rehearsed and filmed in lockdown, Marcia Kelson’s Devil’s Food Cake sensitively shines a light on the impact of an eating disorder on one ordinary family.

Pippin to be revived at Charing Cross Theatre from 30 June by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Steven Dexter's re-imagining of Stephen Schwartz's award-winning musical Pippin comes to the Charing Cross Theatre. This post Pippin to be revived at Charing Cross Theatre fr…

David Rockwell and Jordan Roth Discuss the Intersection of Theater and Architecture by TheaterMania

Architect and Tony-winning scenic designer David Rockwell (She Loves Me) has just released the new book DRAMA, a wide-ranging look at his career in theater and beyond, and its intersection w…

Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jimmy Fallon's Star-Studded Tribute to Broadway

The number parodies "You'll Be Back" and pays homage to all the shows returning this fall.

VITAGRAPH – The birth of the moving picture industry – meticulously researched by Andrew A. Erish by Oscar E Moore

VITAGRAPH, may call to mind but should never be confused with Lucy Ricardo’s VITAMEATAVEGAMIN TV commercial.  Nor should it be mistaken for VITAPHONE, a sound system or BIOGRAPH, a rival …

TikTok Theatre by Patty Craft

689M Users per Month Are on to Something! The post TikTok Theatre appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

Column: Martha Lavey, sorely missed, will be aptly remembered on the walls of Steppenwolf by Chris Jones

A nw mural at Steppenwolf Theatre, Chris Jones writes, is an apt tribute to the late Martha Lavey.

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, June 9, 2021, Interview w/ Drama Book Shop’s David Korins by Matt Tamanini

Taraji P. Henson to Lead “Annie Live!,” Broadway League’s Juneteenth Celebration, David Korins talks Drama Book Shop “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast …

The Two Faces of Leslie Banks by Trav S.D.

Leslie Banks (1890-1952) succeeded in having an interesting stage and screen career despite a setback that might have discouraged hearts less stout: one side of his face had been disfigured …

VITAGRAPH – The birth of the moving picture industry - meticulously researched by Andrew A. Erish by Oscar E. Moore

Ken Burns take note. This would make an excellent documentary. Overcoming their harassment and intimidating troubles with Edison, Adolpf Zukor of PARAMOUNT entered the picture - determined…

Lloyd Webber says he will risk arrest to reopen his theatres on 21 June by Pa Media

Impresario is determined his production of Cinderella will start this month in London as planned Andrew Lloyd Webber has said he is determined to open his theatres on 21 June regardless of w…

Northern Ballet: Dangerous Liaisons review – more sedate than seductive by Lyndsey Winship

Sadler’s Wells, LondonThe plot convolutions of De Laclos’ classic novel, and a shortage of real passion, hold back David Nixon’s adaptation Name recognition is important for ballet co…

Harry Enfield to star in stage version of The Windsors by Chris Wiegand

The comedian will play the Prince of Wales in The Windsors: Endgame, due to play for 10 weeks in London this summer A new stage version of the TV hit The Windsors will star Harry Enfield bot…

Broadway Who's Who: Martha Swope by JK

One of my favorite things as a theater fan is looking at show photos. They are all truly art. These days, if you look at the credit under the picture, you'll likely see names like Joan Marcu…

Lin-Manuel Miranda happy to pass lead role in ‘In the Heights,’ Usnavi, along to Anthony Ramos by Lily Janiak

Miranda says when he saw Ramos as Usnavi for the first time, "it was sort of like watching your kid try on your childhood clothes, and it fits him better."

Death Drop starring RuPaul’s Drag Race's Willam & Latrice Royale | 2021 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

The smash hit sold-out sensation sashays back into the West End. Starring RuPaul’s Drag Race legends Willam and Latrice Royale alongside Britain’s Got Talent 2020 semi-finalist Myra Dubo…

Theatre Chat Live | Ep 21 The Prince Of Egypt & The Money Live by Official London Theatre

Tonight Jess speaks to Debbie Kurup on the return of The Prince Of Egypt and how she’s feeling about rehearsals starting. She also talks to Kate Pakenham about the exciting new immersive s…

“Broadway you’re finally coming back”: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda lead quick-hit homage by New York Theater

Watch the six minute video below of Lin-Manuel Miranda celebrating the return of Broadway in September, managing quick-hit homages to some dozen Broadway musicals, from “Six” to “Hamil…

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 9 June by Hira Desai

A first look at brand new production images from Alyssa, Memoirs Of A Queen! and enjoy some new UK talent with Lyric Hammersmith's Out West triple bill. The post London Theatre News Today: …

Black Swan State Theatre company presents Maali Festival by Aussie Theatre

Over two incredible days of NAIDOC Week, curators Ian Michael (Wilman Nyoongar) and Chloe Ogilvie (Yamatji Nhanda) bring us a

NICA cancels public season of Cirkus 2021: Plan 47(b)? by Aussie Theatre

Throughout lockdown, the magnificent final-year cast and hardworking crew have remained busy with online planning and rehearsals, exploring new ways

Belly Laughs: Our top four funniest West End shows by Hira Desai

From musicals to plays, there are plenty of rib-tickling, laugh-old loud comedies to sink your teeth into in the West End. Check out our roundup here. The post Belly Laughs: Our top four fun…

‘Brings a new life & dimension to the dangerously charismatic Gray’: THE TRAGEDY OF DORIAN GRAY – Blue Devil Productions (Online review) ★ by Elaine Chapman

Writer and director Ross Dinwiddy’s vision to create a black and white adaptation of Dorian Gray adds a twist to the gothic tale. Moving away from the rich luxury often associated with Wil…

World Square to spotlight international communities in Market Square by Sara Bauknecht / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Artisans and food vendors will fill Market Square. There also will be dance and music performances throughout the weekend. 

Andrew Lloyd Webber Defies Possible Delay in Fully Reopening U.K. Theaters: ‘Come to the Theater and Arrest Us’ by Naman Ramachandran

Super-producer and composer Andrew Lloyd Webber is prepared to defy the U.K. government if there is any delay in theaters expanding to 100% seating capacity on June 21. While the date is the…

Significant Other

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NIDA Open Day welcomes celebrity alumni across all sectors by Aussie Theatre

NIDA is excited to welcome everyone to the Open Day at the Kensington Campus this weekend Saturday June 12. Events

'The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano' explores Puerto Rican heritage at New Hazlett Theater by Tyler Dague / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Jon M Chu on bringing IN THE HEIGHTS to the cinema by Sean McLoughlin

Adapting a musical for the big screen is a tall order. Especially one as beloved and vibrant as Lin Manuel

British ballerina at the Bolshoi Ballet Academy, Moscow – in pictures by Evgenia Novozhenina/reuters. Written By Tatiana Gomozova and Lev Sergeev

Rachel Armstrong, from Northumberland, is due to graduate from the renowned Russian academy this month Continue reading...

Update on VIC Opera’s PARRWANG LIFTS THE SKY by Aussie Theatre

Due to the challenges presented by Victoria’s lockdown, Victorian Opera has been required to cancel its in-theatre season of Deborah

NEWS: Christopher Haydon announces his inaugural season at the Rose Theatre Kingston by Press Releases

Having been appointed Rose Theatre’s artistic director in January 2020, Christopher Haydon was prevented from announcing his inaugural season until now due to Covid-19. With an emphasis on…

ATYP launches digital drama teaching resource by Aussie Theatre

Australia’s national youth theatre, the Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP) has today launched ATYP On Demand Plus, a first

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‘This man is embarrassing’: Andrew Lloyd Webber divides with claim he’d risk arrest over theatre openings by Ellie Harrison

‘Man is overestimating how much people liked cats,’ tweeted one person

Andrew Lloyd Webber says he’ll reopen theatres on 21 June even if it means being arrested by Matt Mathers

Cinderella will go ahead ‘come hell or high water’, composer says

‘Explosively funny’: Victoria Wood’s song-filled slog to comedy glory by Rachael Healy

Joyce Grenfell inspired her, she wrote her own musical at school and a fringe theatre show with Julie Walters paved the way to TV fame. As Victoria Wood’s Talent returns, we revisit her ea…

Ted Chapin: ‘Every time I see one of these shows, I discover something new’ by Jesse Green

For 40 Years, he was the man overseeing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s theatre properties including ‘The Sound of Music’ and ‘Carousel!’ After finally stepping down from the role, Ted C…

June 9: Is opening Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella really a priority? by Mark Shenton

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Melbourne Recital Centre’s big drive to Raise $1 Million for Local Artists

(Watch Video) CBS Should Let, Nay, Insist, Jimmy Fallon and Lin Manuel Miranda Host the Tony Awards by Roger Friedman

After watching this video, CBS should demand that Jimmy Fallon and Lin Manuel Miranda host the Tony Awards in September and forever.

#47 Aquatica! Is this Orlando waterpark as affordable as it looks? Dolphin Plunge?! Check it out! by Framily Travel

Join the Broadway Bradshaws as they visit Aquatica, a waterpark in the Seaworld family of theme parks in Orlando! You can ride a waterslide that goes through a dolphin tank! Our 7 year old h…

Jessica Vosk Hosts Opening Night NY Philharmonic Concert at Bryant Park June 9 by Dan Meyer

The in-person performance is available to live stream from home.

Anthony Rapp, Ariana DeBose, Jenn Colella, and Telly Leung Perform at Macy’s Pride Concert by Playbill Staff

The June 8 event was exclusive to Macy’s Platinum Star Rewards members.

How to Succeed in Pride Month Broadway Marketing Without Really Trying by Broadway Beat

by Emma Sue Harris. @ohemmasue. It’s June, and you know what that means: it’s the season of love! (Queer love, that is) Pride month snuck...

POSTCARD: Amanda Selwyn on Creating "Threads" for New York's Open Culture by The Dance Enthusiast

In POSTCARD: Amanda Selwyn on Creating "Threads" for New York's Open Culture, "Threads is an exploration of vulnerability as that which hold us together can break apart with such ease. It…

MOVING PEOPLE: Catherine Turocy on Her Favorite Baroque Dance, Where in New York She'd Take Louis XIV, and the Music that Always Soothes Her by The Dance Enthusiast

In MOVING PEOPLE: Catherine Turocy on Her Favorite Baroque Dance, Where in New York She'd Take Louis XIV, and the Music that Always Soothes Her, "If I could be penpals with anyone, dead or …

New Study Reveals Audiences Prefer Curtain Texts to Curtain Calls by Broadway Beat

by Joanna McNaney Stein. @joannafolk. ROCHESTER, NY  -  Curtain calls have been standard fare for theatergoers since the 19th Century - a...

20 Stage Performances to Watch June 9-10 - See Tovah Feldshuh as Dr. Ruth, 'Marys Seacole,' the New York Philharmonic and more

With in-person theatre still a rarity, many companies and performers from Broadway and beyond are showcasing their work online. Below are performances you can watch this Wednesday, June 9 an…

Join TDF for a Conversation with David Henry Hwang and Jeanine Tesori - The creators of 'Soft Power' talk about the musical's future and their careers

The creators of Soft Power talk about the musical's future and their careers ---Playwright and lyricist David Henry Hwang says that when he enlisted Tony-winning Fun Home composer Jeanine Te…