Friends! The Musical Parody by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

The problem with the show now at The Jerry Orbach Theater is director Tim Drucker’s frenetic, over-the-top staging and the artificially broad presentational style of the acting, similar to…

The Prince Of Egypt is forced to close again in line with government legislation by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The Prince Of Egypt musical which was running at the Dominion Theatre has been forced into another temporary closure until 7 Aug This post The Prince Of Egypt is forced to cl…

***** ‘COPPELIA’: A MYSTERY REVIEW – SUPERB ADVENTURE VEERS FROM SWEET TO SINISTER by Robert Shuman

(Mark Fisher’s article appeared in the Guardian, 7/22; Photo: Michael Hugo, Kira McPherson and Corinna Brown in Coppelia: A Mystery, directed by Theresa Heskins. Photographer: Jenny Harper…

Permission to Dance Compilation | BTS | DanceOn #Shorts #PermissiontoDance by DanceOn

Slipknot Drummer Joey Jordison Is Dead At 46, Leaving Legacy Of Seminal Metal Music by Lee Seymour

With Jordison behind the drums, Slipknot became one of the world's best-selling metal acts, proving the commercial appeal of extreme music.

"A Star Is Born" from 'LIVE At The New Am' by Disney On Broadway

Michael James Scott, Ashley Brown, Kissy Simmons and Josh Strickland perform "A Star Is Born" from HERCULES during 'Live At The New AM', concerts to benefit The Actors Fund and reopen Broadw…

The Weekly Roundup, July 28-August 4 by Kyle V. Hiller

A selection of films to check out for this year's BlackStar Film Festival. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

Shakespeare undergoes South Beach transformation in ‘Comedy of Errors’ by Alan Smason

By ALAN SMASON, WYES-TV Theatre Critic (“Steppin’ Out“) Watch out, Sonny Crockett and Rico Tubbs, there are two dudes named Antipholus who are being confused for one another in the Sou…

Odds & Ends: Cynthia Erivo & More Join Roster for NYC Reopening Concert by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Lineup Announced for We Love New York City Concert Details and more stars have been announced for We Love New York City: Th…

Talking stop-motion animation with Kelli S. Williams by Christina Anthony

Kelli S. Williams is a 2021 Mural Arts Philly Black Artist Fellow, and she's using stop-motion animation and comedy to challenge how we think. Christina Anthony profiles.

VIDEO: JERSEY BOYS Returns to the West End

Oh what a night! The return engagement of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical Jersey Boys has officially begun previews at the new multi-million pound reinstated Tr…

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat review – firing on all cylinders by Arifa Akbar

London PalladiumAlexandra Burke, Jason Donovan and Technicolor coat-wearer Jac Yarrow are among a cast whose performances ooze personality and mischief While Andrew Lloyd Webber bumpily stee…

Oleanna, Arts Theatre review - Mamet on power and tragedy by Aleks.sierz

David Mamet’s most controversial play retains its explosive charge Before seeing this play, I decided to eat a steak. It seemed the right culinary equivalent to David Mamet, one of Americ…

Lucy St. Louis is the West End’s First Black Christine Daaé by Matthew Wexler

"This is more than a dream role," said Lucy St. Louis, who made theater history this week as "The Phantom of the Opera"'s first Black Christine Daaé. The post Lucy St. Louis is the West End…

Jersey Boys Returns to London Stage July 28 by Andrew Gans

Ben Joyce, Adam Bailey, Karl James Wilson, and Benjamin Yates star in the Tony-winning musical.

Patricia Piccinini’s takeover of Flinders Steet Station Ballroom extended to 2022

The post Patricia Piccinini’s takeover of Flinders Steet Station Ballroom extended to 2022 appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Anthony Rapp Will Star in Title Role of Andy Warhol in Iran by Andrew Gans

The staged reading, open to the public, will be presented at Barrington Stage Company in Massachusetts.

LISTEN: Stephanie J. Block and Marylee Fairbanks Launch STAGES PODCAST

Stages Podcast, a new podcast exploring life’s choices, mistakes and stages through the lens of artists, launches this Sunday, August 1, with episodes featuring Tony Award Winner LaChanze,…

Cynthia Erivo performs with the LA Phil by Pauline Adamek

The career of British-born artist Cynthia Erivo is on an impressive trajectory, gaining accolades all over the world. The gifted actor/singer received a 2016 Tony Award for her Broadway d…

Broadway's Isaac Powell Joins Sex and the City Sequel And Just Like That... by Lindsey Sullivan

Isaac Powell, who was starring as Tony in the Ivo van Hove-helmed revival of West Side Story prior to the Broadway shutdown, has joined the cast of And Just Like That..., the Sex and the Ci…

Garde Arts, eager to see patrons again, offers discount for in-person ticket sales; screening women’s Olympic basketball game and other reopening ev by Christopher Arnott

The Garde Arts Center in New London has reopened its box office with special promotional events like in-person discounts on Tuesday "Golden Hours" evenings. The 1450-seat theater has been dr…

Onstage, the Pen Is Usually Duller Than the Sword by Jesse Green

Plays about writers, including “Mr. Fullerton,” a new potboiler probing Edith Wharton’s love life, too often undermine the real brilliance of their subjects.

Due to variant concern, DC theatergoers still reluctant to return, says new study by News Desk

And 7 in 10 favor allowing only vaccinated patrons to attend.

J. Nicole Brooks, Diane Exavier, Franky D. Gonzalez, More Receive Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative Commissions by Dan Meyer

The Manhattan Theatre Club incubator focuses on playwrights who explore themes of science and technology.

Boise Contemporary Theater Announces BIPOC Playwright’s Festival by Veronica Maldonado

The Idaho company will offer readings of 2 new plays and a fully produced new musical.

Pass Over Will Celebrate 1st Broadway Performance With Post-Show Block Party by Andrew Gans

The Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu drama begins performances August 4.

News for developing actors and writers from Maggie Flanigan Studio and Theater Breaking Through Barriers by Deb Miller

With the gradual reopening of the performing arts to live and in-person events comes news from two important NYC organizations that foster the development of the theater and its artists. Fou…

Isaac Powell Joins Sex and the City Revival And Just Like That... by Dan Meyer

The Broadway star will play a student at FIT.

FIRST LOOK: Sutton Foster in Anything Goes at the Barbican Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Sutton Foster and the cast of Anything Goes are now in previews at London's Barbican Theatre and we thought we'd share these great images. This post FIRST LOOK: Sutton Foster…

Director Jamila Wignot Dives Deep Into the Life and Career of Alvin Ailey by Felicia Fitzpatrick

The prominent choreographer and founder of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is the subject of the new documentary Ailey.

Return of the Queens! Cast Confirmed for Six on Broadway by Lindsey Sullivan

The original Broadway stars of Six will return to Broadway's Brooks Atkinson Theatre on September 17 ahead of a new opening night on October 3. The new musical had its original opening nig…

 Six art-inspired films kick off Alliance for New Music-Theatre season by News Desk

In-depth cross-cultural collaboration and community engagement to include Black Georgetown Cemeteries Project and Youth Chorus pilot program.

Broadway’s ‘Six’ Confirms Return Of Original Cast by Greg Evans

The original principal cast of Broadway musical Six will return to the production this Fall, producers announced today. The musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss begins performances at the Br…

Local arts groups, venues and promoters finally receiving pandemic grants by Jeremy Reynolds and Scott Mervis / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The original Broadway cast of ‘Six’ will return with the production by Caitlin Huston

The original Broadway cast of “Six” will return to the production this fall.  The cast features Adrianna Hicks as Catherine of Aragon, Andrea Macasaet as Anne Boleyn, Abby Mueller as Ja…

It's a Meta Mystery: Can You Identify the Musical Based on Its Show Within a Show? by Talaura Harms

Name the Broadway musicals by using only the title of the fictional musicals within them.

Pittsburgh area Shuttered Venue Operators Grants by The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Fun Home by Mirvish Productions

Fun Home is a musical adapted by Lisa Kron and Jeanine Tesori from Alison Bechdel's 2006 graphic memoir of the same name. The story concerns Bechdel's discovery of her own sexuality, her rel…

CHECK IN FROM AWAY | Episode 35 | Hot By's Summer by Mirvish Productions

Steffi and Lisa took a little break but are now back with a new episode of Check In From Away. They’ve gone back to the well, in a manner of speaking, by reconnecting with cast members of …

Original Stars of Broadway's Six Will Return to Court by Ryan McPhee

The musical about Henry VIII's (ex) wives resumes performances September 17.

André De Shields King Lear Streaming for Free Starting Today

The St. Louis Shakespeare Festival production features an entirely BIPOC cast.

Hear from Sara Bareilles, Audra McDonald & 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 …

Julie Halston Honored With 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award by Caitlin Moynihan

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that Julie Halston will receive the 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award. The award is presented annually to a member of the theater co…

Theatre Chat Live: Dave Hearn from Mischief Comedy and Saffron Coomber from Viral by Hira Desai

This week, Jess speaks to Dave Hearn about Mischief Move Night In and Saffron Coomber about her role in Original Theatre Company's Viral movie. The post Theatre Chat Live: Dave Hearn from M…

Theatre Chat Live Ep 27 | Dave Hearn from Mischief Comedy & Saffron Coomber by Official London Theatre

This week Jess talks to Dave Hearn from Mischief Comedy about Mischief’s Movie Night In and Saffron Coomber all about her career and her new film, Viral from the Original Theatre Company. …

Original Six Stars Will Return to Reopen the Show On Broadway

Adrianna Hicks, Andrea Macasaet, Abby Mueller, Brittney Mack, Samantha Pauly, and Anna Uzele will once again take the stage.

Interview: Susan Kelechi Watson on Bringing Theater Back to New York in Merry Wives

Watson, one of the stars of NBC's This Is Us, takes the stage at the Delacorte in Jocelyn Bioh's new Shakespeare adaptation, directed by Saheem Ali.

‘Tightly written & economically performed’: Don’t Ask Don’t Get, Baby – The Space (Online review) by Louise Penn

Written and performed by Alice Underwood, and directed by Izzy Carney, Don’t Ask Don’t Get, Baby focuses on what happens if you are a “Donor Conceived Person? Honestly I think I prefer…

Actor Julie Halston to receive 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award by Caitlin Huston

Actor Julie Halston will receive the 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award, the Tony Awards Administration Committee announced Wednesday.  The Isabelle Stevenson Award is given to members of t…

Julie Halston To Receive Tony Awards’ 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Honor by Greg Evans

Actress Julie Halston will receive the 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award, the Tony administration committee announced today. The award is presented annually to a member of the theater comm…

Broadway in a Box CD Review: OBCR Cabaret (1966) by JK

Broadway in a Box CD Review:  Cabaret OBCR (1966)   At Christmas a few years ago, Jeff gave me a copy of Broadway in a Box: The Essential Broadway Musicals Collection. He has now given me…

Julie Halston to Receive 2020 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award by Andrew Gans

The stage and screen star is being honored for her advocacy to raise awareness and funds for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.

Winners Announced for 2021 Write Out Loud Contest by Dan Meyer

The program, co-founded by Taylor Louderman, celebrates emerging musical theatre writers.

JULIE HALSTON WINS TONY! by Corine Cohen

Julie Halston won a special Tony for her humanitarian work. Congratulations and Mazel tov I don’t know anyone who deserves it more. The Tony Awards will be shown on Paramount Plus. Septemb…

The Notebook Musical Sets World-Premiere Dates at Chicago Shakeapeare

A new Beatles-infused production of As You Like It also joins the theater's 2021-22 season.

Julie Halston to Receive Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for Work With Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

Halston has worked with the organization since the diagnosis of her late husband with the fatal disease.

Watch a New Preview of West Side Story Remake, With Rita Moreno Singing "Somewhere"

The film is directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Tony Kushner.

Syracuse Stage Expands Its Artistic Leadership by Veronica Maldonado

The company has added two new artistic positions alongside artistic director, including the company’s first resident playwright.

Theatre for One Returns to In-Person Performances With Plays by Lydia R. Diamond, Regina Taylor, Jaclyn Backhaus, More by Andrew Gans

The intimate theatrical experience will be presented by Arts Brookfield at Manhattan West.

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, July 28, 2021 by Susan Grace

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Why I Resent “Come From Away” by New York Theater

I did not react well to the news that the musical “Come from Away” would commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11 by giving a free concert of the musical at the Lincoln Memorial in Wash…

Is It Finally Time for Change at Walnut Street Theatre? by American Theatre Editors

The Philadelphia company, which bills itself as the nation's oldest theatre, faces accusations of wage inequity and disregard for artists' safety.

Watch the Vibrant New 'Special Look' at West Side Story Movie by Dan Meyer

See Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, and more in the sneak peek.

London Theatre News Today: Wednesday 28 July by Hira Desai

New production images from Anything Goes at the Barbican Theatre, a second performance added for Bonnie And Clyde in Concert & more in todays roundup. The post London Theatre News Today:…

Colin Higgins Would Be 80 Today by Trav S.D.

Of all the priceless lives lost to the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, on my personal short list of those whose deaths were a blow to American film culture was writer-director Colin Higgins (194…

‘A ridiculously entertaining evening’: CHOIR OF MAN – London Wonderground by Laura Kressly

Choir of Man entertains in the Wonderground Earl’s Court, from ubiquitous producers the Underbelly. It is certainly hard to leave without a big smile on your face.

Watch: Highlights From Week 2 of Playbill’s 2021 Search for a Star Contest by Logan Culwell-Block

With just hours left to submit your audition for a chance at a career-making Grand Prize Package, we're spotlighting more of our favorite submissions so far!

Listen to Excerpt of Falling in Love With Mr. Dellamort Podcast, With James Monroe Iglehart, Courtney Reed, Telly Leung by Andrew Gans

Jack Feldstein and Paul Doust's new musical also features Lena Hall, Jackie Hoffman, and Gavin Lee.

My Night with Reg by Mark Shenton

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COVID Pauses Upcoming National Indigenous Music Awards by Aussie Theatre

New South Wales declared a hotspot by the Northern Territory government and strict COVID restrictions remaining in Melbourne and Adelaide

2021 Vanda & Young Global Song Competition is open by Aussie Theatre

The Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition returns for 2021, calling songwriters of all genres and career stages, from anywhere

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, July 28, 2021 by Matt Tamanini

“Phantom” Welcomes First Black Christine, “Wicked” to Be First Tour to Return, “I’ve Decided to Marry You” from CollaborAzian’s “Gentleman’s Guide” “Today on Broadway…

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 7/28/21 by Mark G. Auerbach

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today. Jacob’s Pillow, Berkshire Theatre Group, Project Grand Slam at Shakespeare & Company and more. segment begins at 1:35

'The Two Character Play' at Hampstead Theatre brings 'new life' to the Tennessee Williams work by Matt Wolf

Tennessee Williams's 1967 study in meta-theatre returns to the theatre where it premiered.

On the Couch with Moira Finucane

The post On the Couch with Moira Finucane appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

The Phantom Of The Opera blows us away as it returns #BackOnStage by Hira Desai

Frankie and Daniel went along to experience the reopening of The Phantom Of The Opera and described it as '"out of this world". Find out more, here! The post The Phantom Of The Opera blows u…

July 28: Untold stories that remain untold by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post July 28: Untold stories that remain untold first appeared on Shenton Stage.

Cheryl Strayed's 'Tiny Beautiful Things' moves from page to stage by Calvin Wilson | Post-Dispatch Theater Critic

Cheryl Strayed's empathetic, insightful advice columns are the basis for a play by Nia Vardalos, presented by Max & Louie.

Dying to smell a 'corpse flower'? Missouri Botanical Garden may provide an opportunity by From Staff Reports

Octavia has attempted to bloom twice before, and Missouri Botanical Garden officials said it's possible it may happen again in coming days.

Muny heats up with memorable production of 'Smokey Joe's Café' by Calvin Wilson St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Set against the backdrop of St. Louis' historic Gaslight Square, Muny season opener conjures a mood of nostalgic enchantment.

‘Blackest Battle’ from Theater Alliance promises a visual knockout by Dc Metro Theater Arts Staff

Filmed as half music video and half graphic-novel-come-to-life, Psalmayene 24's hip-hop musical looks to be a stunner.

StageAgent Showstopper: Next Month in Theatre! by Alexandra Appleton

As we come to the end of July, read about all the upcoming theatre news in the latest edition of the StageAgent Showstopper: Next Month in Theatre!

‘Able to jump from silliness to seriousness in mid-sentence’: LAST EASTER – Orange Tree Theatre by Aleks Sierz

By the end of Orange Tree Theatre’s production of Bryony Lavery’s Last Easter the certainty that friendship and love are life’s true miracles is quietly and effectively realised.

Jammy Kasongo's Top 5: Tina - The Tina Turner Musical moments by Official London Theatre

Jammy Kasongo, who plays Ike Turner in the West End's Tina - The Tina Turner Musical, tells us his top 5 moments whilst performing in the show. https://officiallondontheatre.com/show/tina-t…

The Black-Eyed & Blues Fest is back in Bushnell Park this weekend by Christopher Arnott

The Black-Eyed & Blues Fest returns to Bushnell Park Pavilion July 31 and Aug. 1, with an all-local line-up plus food booths for Black-Eyed Sally's restaurant and Ben & Jerry's.

CDC recommends masks for vaccinated individuals indoors by Caitlin Huston

The Centers for Disease Control recommended Tuesday that vaccinated individuals wear masks inside public places in areas with high COVID-19 case rates.  The recommendation applies to counti…

Wake Up With BWW 7/28: New WEST SIDE STORY Movie Trailer, WICKED Tour to Resume Next Week, and More!

Today's top stories: check out the new trailer for the West Side Story film, the Wicked tour will be the first to reopen when it resumes next week, and more!

Moving Beyond Under-Served by Joe Patti

Something has been puzzling me lately and I haven’t come any closer to figuring out the answer. I appears to me that when there is discussion about populations which are under-served by th…

Junction Arts Festival appoints new Festival Director

The post Junction Arts Festival appoints new Festival Director appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Sunday in the Trenches With George by Jesse Green

James Lapine’s book shows how he and Stephen Sondheim invested two years of work to burnish their musical from an avant-garde near-disaster to a mainstream classic.

‘The Winter’s Tale’ brings sizzling summer fun to Wisconsin parks by Alan Smason

By ANNE SIEGEL Under a towering grove of old growth trees, on an exceptionally balmy evening, the Summit Players were hurriedly making preparations for their production of free Shakespeare i…

Four Melbourne families showcase unique storytelling performed live online in Us

The post Four Melbourne families showcase unique storytelling performed live online in Us appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Royal Melbourne Show cancelled for second consecutive year

The post Royal Melbourne Show cancelled for second consecutive year appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

9 New Names in Russian Ballet That You Should Know by Arly Rubens

We have rounded up the rising stars, not only from Moscow and St. Petersburg but also from regional theaters. 1. Denis Zakharov Once again, as 30 years ago, the Bolshoi Theater has a whole n…

Riverland Youth Theatre has announced Fleur Kilpatrick as new Creative Producer

The post Riverland Youth Theatre has announced Fleur Kilpatrick as new Creative Producer appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Nick Jonas Quietly Filming “Jersey Boys” in Cleveland for Peacock, Hoping for a Disney “Hamilton” Type Success by Roger Friedman

Much as we love Clint Eastwood, his film version of “Jersey Boys” was not a success. Ever since its disappointing run in

Brian D'Arcy James Signs On for THE RIGHTWAY Short Film from Destry Spielberg

Broadway's Brian D'arcy James has signed on to star in a new short film. The Rightway, from director Destry Spielberg.

Sad: Ivo van Hove's “West Side Story” Screen Seen Applying for Job at Local AMC by Broadway Beat

by Zach Raffio. @zachraffio. NEW YORK, NY - You hate to see it. Following the news that Ivo van Hove’s production of West Side Story will...

The August 2021 repertory movie roundup by Stephen Silver

A highlight reel of film screenings in the Greater Philadelphia area in August. Stephen Silver rounds up.

Beanie Feldstein to Lead “Funny Girl” Revival After Defeating Mezzo-Sopranos in Gladiatorial Combat by Broadway Beat

by Zach Raffio. @zachraffio. NEW YORK, NY - All hail your victor! Beanie Feldstein has been cast as Fanny Brice in next year’s Broadway...

15+ Stage Performances to Watch July 28-29 - See Patti LuPone and Jason Alexander in 'Judgment Day,' Billy Porter's 'Sanctuary' 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, July 28 a…

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical Reopens in the West End July 28 by Ryan McPhee

Aisha Jawando and Jammy Kasongo star in the London production of the jukebox biomusical.

John & Jen, Starring Lewis Cornay and Rachel Tucker, Begins July 28 in London by Dan Meyer

The Andrew Lippa-Tom Greenwald musical runs at Southwark Playhouse.