Meet the Australian women breaking into the 'boys club' of theatre and screen by Steph Harmon

For the past six months, Women in Theatre and Screen have been lobbying for more gender diversity. Last night they launched their first big project: Australia’s first searchable database o…

Star-Studded Salute in Palm Desert, California Celebrates Carol Channing’s 95th Birthday by Michael J. Roberts

The inimitable Carol Channing was feted in style on Saturday night as the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, California presented Carol Channing’s 95th Birthday! In Celebration of a Broadway…

This Week on Broadway for February 28, 2016: Alan Cumming by James Marino

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Matt Tamanini talk with Alan Cumming about his album Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs and his career. Michael Portantiere joins in the discussion of The Hu…

Half price theater tickets available at Hot Tix by Michael J. Roberts

  The League of Chicago Theatres celebrates more than 35 years of making half-price tickets available to theatre patrons. Hot Tix offers half-price tickets to more than 200 Chicago area…

MCA Chicago Presents Blair Thomas’ MOBY DICK by Michael J. Roberts

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago presents the premiere of Blair Thomas’s Moby Dick. This contemporary interpretation of Herman Melville’s classic American novel unites a st…

Pericles (Theatre for a New Audience) by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Nunn’s adaptation rearranges some of the scenes and adds material from a prose version of the work by George Wilkins, believed to be Shakespeare’s collaborator. Using music, song, dancin…

Tony-Winning Producer Sues Over Elusive POP NATION Musical by Jessica Khan

Tony-winning producer Allan Gordon has sued the party behind a PRODUCERS-level scam involving the new musical POP NATION.

Theater Sings Louder Than Screams of Hate; Somewhere Project’s ‘West Side Story’ by #cota

By Steve Schonberg, editor in chief (@CntrOnTheAisle)/ Photo credit: Richard Termine Theater can sing louder than hate can scream, and by doing so it speaks volumes. If theater is a reflecti…

André De Shields, Nikki Renée Daniels Join Diverse Production of 1776 by Tavia Riveè

Nikki Renée Daniels and André De Shields will star in City Center Encores! highly anticipated production of the revolution based musical 1776.  Originally written in 1969 and revived…

Review: ‘An Act of the Imagination’ at Bowie Community Theatre by Danielle Angeline

Bowie Community Theatre presents An Act of the Imagination by Bernard Slade, and directed by Patrick Gorirossi. Roger Paradis’ eclectic set design is full of symbolism that ties into t…

Festival of Live Art review – nudity and confessions on the outer edges of experimental theatre by Jana Perkovic

Festival of Live Art, MelbourneA snapshot of Australian contemporary performance art and interactive theatre sees the use of phone apps, portable tablets and nonlinear storytellingAt the Fes…

Review: ‘The Royale’ Harks Back to the Fighter Jack Johnson by Ben Brantley

This Marco Ramirez play, which takes place in the early 20th century, is set amid the sport of boxing and recreates the racism of the day.

Review Roundup: THE ROYALE Opens at Lincoln Center Theater by Review Roundups

Lincoln Center Theater welcomes McKinley Belcher III, Khris Davis, Montego Glover, John Lavelle, and Clarke Peters to the stage in its production of THE ROYALE, a new play by Marco Ramirez, …

ArtsPeak calls for Government to act on Senate Inquiry recommendations by Arts Review

The confederation of Australian national peak arts organisations and state arts industry councils, ArtsPeak has called on the Commonwealth Government to urgently provide a positive public …

The Royale: A Play That Comes Out Swinging by Sandi Durell

  By Samuel L. Leiter     The three-quarter round Mitzi E. Newhouse Theatre has been turned by designer Nick Vaughan into a pit-like, wood-paneled boxing arena for The Royale,…

Review: The Royale

Heavyweight boxing champion Jack Johnson becomes a tragic hero at Lincoln Center.

In the Moment: A Look at Jack Viertel’s “The Secret Life of the American Musical: How Broadway Shows Are Built” by David Siegel

Revealing the concealed underpinnings and durable structures of American musicals is no easy undertaking. Let alone covering and analyzing the past seven decades of musical theater history. …

New survey of Scottish theatre employment highlights gender gap by Thom Dibdin

Just 39% of creative roles in Scotland’s publicly funded theatres were given to women in 2014/15, according to a new report. The

FALLEN APART by Bill Stevenson

An excellent ensemble cast, led by Ed Harris, does justice to Sam Shepard’s great play.

VIDEO: Julie Taymor Creates World Theater Fellowship for Young Theater Directors by Michael Dale

Each year four applicants will receive stipends to support project initiatives outside of western culture.

Hamilton's Jonathan Groff Set to Star in Mindhunter for Netflix by Broadway.com

Broadway favorite Jonathan Groff has been tapped to star in Netflix’s upcoming series Mindhunter, according to TVLine. The drama is created and co-executive produced by Gone Girl …

Becoming Queen of Classical Music Culture by Joe Patti

I was listening to an interview with Chattanooga Symphony and Opera Concertmaster Holly Mulcahy today and there were a couple things said that jumped out at me. (Not the least of which was i…

'The Royale': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Marco Ramirez's play presented by Lincoln Center Theater is loosely based on the life of boxer Jack Johnson, the first African-American world heavyweight champion. read more

HAMILTON's Jonathan Groff Signs on for Netflix Series MINDHUNTER by TV News Desk

Jonathan Groff, current star of Broadway's HAMILTON and lead in the HBO series LOOKING, has lined up his next small screen project.

The Production Company 2016 season confirmed by Erin James

The Production Company have announced the three musicals featuring in their 2016 season this morning. Music Theatre darling Amy Lehpamer, Australia’s favourite leading man Simon Gleeso…

People You Should Know . . . Carl Holder by Zack Calhoon

Carl Holder (Writer, Performer) is a playwright and actor. He's performed and/or developed work with Incubator Arts Project, EST, FringeNYC, The Tank, House of Yes, Standard Toykraft, Allegr…

People You Should Know . . . Knut Adams by Zack Calhoon

Knud Adams (Director) is a director of experimental and new plays. His recent productions include Celine Song’s Tom & Eliza (JACK), Max Posner’s Snore (Juilliard) and Gun Logistics (…

Bid For A Backstage Tour With AMERICAN PSYCHO's Jennifer Damiano, Support Transport Group by Michael Dale

CharityBuzz's new on-line auction benefits Off-Broadway's Transport Group.

ROMY & MICHELE's HIGH SCHOOL REUNION, Starring A.J. Michalka and Stephanie Wall, to Make Musical Debut in Seattle by BroadwayWorld

Romy and Michele are bringing the '90s straightto the stage The world premiere musical adaptation of the 1997 cult comedy film ROMY amp MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION has set a Summer 2017 de…

#BinderCon L.A. by Pauline Adamek

Coming very soon to Los Angeles is #BinderCon L.A. — a two-day conference and symposium “to empower women and gender non-conforming writers with tools, connections,

Rap Guide to Climate Chaos by Ryan Mikita

For his latest production, Brinkman has assembled over 20 songs which, cohesively, tackle every aspect of the climate crisis. Starting with a background of the physics and chemistry behind w…

Notes from Annie's Garden: A.R. Gurney's 'The Cocktail Hour' - Then and Now by Westport Country Playhouse

By Annie KeefeAssociate ArtistThe cast of 'The Cocktail Hour,' 1990 at Westport Country Playhouse.I was so moved when I saw the picture Pat Blaufuss unearthed from the archives showing the c…

VIDEO: Brilliant HAMILTON Parody Depicts Rap Musical Bio of German Chancellor Angela Merkel by Michael Dale

Don't know anything about German Chancellor Angela Merkel You will after watching this rap video.

2016 Balnaves Indigenous Playwright’s Award now open by Maddi Ostapiw

Belvoir Theatre is now accepting entries for their fifth annual Balnaves Foundation Indigenous Playwright’s Award. The award is open to all writers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…

Jesse Tyler Ferguson Dressed as Annie, Paul Rudd and Other Broadway Hot Shots You Need to See Right Now by Broadway.com

From The Book of Mormon and Spring Awakening reunions to Hamilton and Waitress crossovers, check out the latest roundup of Broadway hot shots! Click t…

Oscar Winner Lupita Nyong'o & the Stars of Eclipsed Shine Bright on Opening Night by Broadway.com

Broadway.com joins in the celebrations as Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o officially makes her Broadway debut in Danai Gurira's powerful drama Eclipsed.

Harrowing Sexual Assault Opens Infinite Abyss’ Flawed But Troubling Extremities by Bill Hirschman

Infinite Abyss’ courageous production of Extremities opens with one of the most harrowing 15 minutes in theater and ends with a troubling finale. But the challenge is the play in between, …

Boxing Drama ‘The Royale’ Takes A Bitter View Of The Sweet Science – Review by Jeremy Gerard

It was only a few seasons back that Rocky Balboa made his Broadway debut in a very expensive and not too terrible musical based on the movie about the Phillie beefsteak with a mug’s he…

Impressions of Pacific Northwest Ballet at New York City Center by The Dance Enthusiast

"Visits by Pacific Northwest Ballet to New York are always most welcome – and not to be taken for granted, given how rarely the major American ballet companies manage to arrange a New York…

THE ROYALE - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

You're struck by the energy the moment you step into the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center.

Mary-Arrchie extends 'American Buffalo' again by Morgan Greene

Mary-Arrchie Theatre Co. has announced another extension of "American Buffalo," keeping the company's doors open for one more month. The company's final production of David Mamet's Chicago …

Don’t Miss: New York Pops Gala, May 2 by Matthew Wexler

On Monday, May 2, 2016, The New York Pops presents its 33rd birthday gala, celebrating the revolutionary collaborations of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, the songwriting team be…

German Skerries review – time stands still for Holman’s twitchers by the Tees by Michael Billington

Orange Tree, Richmond There are beautifully understated performances in this revival of Robert Holman’s quiet play about life in 70s TeessideTime has lent an extra layer of poignancy to Ro…

Odds & Ends: Gary Barlow Wants to Find His New Musical Star on TV, Emma Stone & Ryan Gosling Musical Pushed Back & More by Ryan McPhee

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Gary Barlow Eyes Reality Casting Show In September, Gary Barlow revealed to Broadway.com that he’d love to write a Ta…

Prodigal Son Playwright John Patrick Shanley & Star Timothee Chalamet on the Pain, Poetry & Pride of Revisiting 15 by Kathy Henderson

“Do you remember 15?” Timothée Chalamet asks at the beginning and end of John Patrick Shanley’s irresistible memory play Prodigal Son. “For me, it was a specia…

Theater and Campaign 2016. Hamilton, Fun Home, Eclipsed Summit. Week in New York Theater by New York Theater

The arts operate at the core of human identity…After gravity, culture is the thing that holds humanity in place ~ Cate Blanchett An apt comment for Arts Advocacy Day But is it gravity…

TWITTER WATCH: HAMILTON's Emmy Raver-Lampman Photographed In Costume Using 1839 Lens by Michael Dale

The latest vintage HAMILTON photograph taken by Josh Lehrer.

The Royale ★★★★★ by David Hurst

Clarke Peters (left) and Khris Davis (right) in Marco Ramirez’s “The Royale” (photo: Charles Erickson) Lincoln Center Theater at the Mitzi E. Newhouse February 11th thru Ma…

Theater News: Disney's Newsies to Receive Multiple Regional Productions in 2017

The musical's North American tour will end this fall.

Theater News: Annual Ovation Awards to Be Renamed in Honor of Tony Winner Sutton Foster

The Sutton Foster Ovation Awards celebrate outstanding achievement in musical-theater performance by Michigan high school students.

Movers & Shakers: Stephen Byrd & Alia Jones-Harvey; The Only Black Lead Producers On Broadway by Nicole "blackberri" Johnson

Stephen Byrd and Alia Jones-Harvey are visionaries and calculated risk takers. The two who are the heart and soul of Front Row Productions currently represent the only Black producers on Bro…

German Skerries, Orange Tree Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Birdwatching is not the most thrilling subject for a drama. In fact, next to watching paint dry, it is probably the poorer option. So there is something wonderfully clever and theatrically b…

An Exclusive Look Inside the Big Opening Night Party For Eclipsed by Matthew Blank

We offer an exclusive set of pics from the after-show celebration at Gotham Hall following the opening night performance of Danai Gurira's Eclipsed!

Park Square Theatre Announces 2016–17 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Minnesota theatre will present three world premieres, alongside some contemporary classics.

Review Roundup: ‘Eclipsed’ by Dei Lewison

Eclipsed, the play by Zimbabwean-American actor-playwright Danai Gurira, opened March 6 on Broadway at the John Golden Theater for a limited engagement through June 19. The play which had a …

10 Sexiest Men on Broadway Right Now: Spring 2016 by Dei Lewison

It’s spring on Broadway, and every avid theatergoer knows what that means. Shows are opening like budding flowers on the Great White Way — and bringing with them a fresh new cr…

59E59 Announces 2016–17 Mainstage Lineup by American Theatre Editors

The NYC presenting house's mainstage season will include a world premiere musical and Hersey Felder playing Leonard Bernstein.

Romy and Michele's High School Reunion Sets World Premiere by Robert Viagas

5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle will host the 2017 production.

Geja’s Café celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Irish Dinner Specials by Michael J. Roberts

Dig out that green sweater and “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” blinking shamrock pin and over to Geja’s Café on Thursday, March 17th for two very Irish combinations. Geja’s will offer the St…

Pride Film & Plays Kicks Off Pride With THE BOYS UPSTAIRS by Michael J. Roberts

Pride Films and Plays is thrilled to present the Chicago premiere of Jason Mitchell’s zesty comedy The Boys Upstairs which The Village Voice called ‘Sex in the City meets Boys in the Ba…

Staytion at Renaissance Chicago Downtown hosts great St. Patrick’s Day events by Michael J. Roberts

The first sights of Spring are upon us and as luck would have it, Staytion Market & Bar at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, 1 W. Wacker Drive, announces a variety of unique social…

NATALIE DOUGLAS celebrates new CD “HUMAN HEART” at BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB, 3/2 by Michael J. Roberts

NATALIE DOUGLAS – the acclaimed vocalist hailed as “a true, true star” by BBC London, “sensational” by Time Out New York and “stirring” by The New York Daily News – will rele…

Drury Lane Theater’s World Premiere musical HAZEL March 31 – May 29, 2016 by Michael J. Roberts

Drury Lane Theatre opens its 2016-2017 season with the World Premiere musical comedy Hazel, A Musical Maid in America, based on the character from the Saturday Evening Post comic strip and …

First Look: ‘Pet’, A Thriller Slated To Premiere At SXSW Midnighters This Week by Jeremy Gerard

EXCLUSIVE: Here’s a trailer that piqued the creepy-loving part of our brain: A teaser for the world premiere of Pet at the SXSW Film Fest on Friday at midnight. Directed and produced b…

Dolly Parton Developing Biographical Broadway Musical Featuring New & Classic Songs by BroadwayWorld

Once more,Dolly Partonhas her sights set on Broadway.

VIDEO: Get Your Education! Genius Releases '9 Classic Rap References In HAMILTON' by Michael Dale

The website famous for crowdsourced musical annotating demonstrates classics quoted by Lin-Manuel Miranda

Broadway Box-Office Analysis: February 29-March 6 by Robert Simonson

Broadway business was slow but steady, with the new play Eclipsed showing promise and The Crucible getting off to a good start.

Romeo and Juliet at a glance: Your brief guide to the most famous of all romantic tragedies by Luke Barber, Luke Barber

From the plot and themes to the most famous lines – everything you need to know about William Shakespeare's iconic play

Romeo and Juliet: Why William Shakespeare's romantic tragedy can still break hearts – and families by Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, Yasmin Alibhai-Brown

The Bard's 13th play is an archetypal story of forbidden, young passion crushed by customs and tribal hostilities

The Fans Have Spoken! Your Gravity-Defying Top 10 Stephen Schwartz Songs by Lindsey Sullivan

From Godspell to Wicked, Stephen Schwartz's songs never fail to enchant. The "Popular" composer celebrated his birthday on March 6, and we took a look back …

Broadway Grosses: The Book of Mormon Still Tops as It Says 'Hello!' to Sixth Year on the Boards by Ryan McPhee

As The Book of Mormon reaches five years on Broadway this month, those black tie-clad boys have an extra reason to leap for joy. The Tony-winning musical once again made an appearance in the…

BWW TV Exclusive: Rachel York & Lacretta Nicole Wind Down The Road to DISASTER! by BroadwayWorld TV

After making stops with Adam Pascal, Seth Rudetsky, Kevin Chamberlin, Faith Prince, Kerry Butler, Roger Bart, Jennifer Simard and Baylee Littrell, The Road to DISASTER winds down as the show…

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with Kinky Boots Star Cortney Wolfson

Cortney Wolfson on her determined Kinky character Nicola and the Tony-musical she'd love to do with her hubby, Curtis Holbrook.

Mary-Arrchie extends 'American Buffalo' again by Morgan Greene

Mary-Arrchie Theatre Co. has announced another extension of "American Buffalo," keeping the company's doors open for one more month. The company's final production of David Mamet's Chicago j…

Theater News: 59E59 Theaters announces lineup for the 2016-17 5A Season

New works by Hershey Felder, Bruce Graham, and more will play at the off-Broadway theater.

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 3/7/2016

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 372016.

Theater News: Broadway's Natasha, Pierre, Starring Josh Groban, Announces Broadway Home

Denée Benton will star opposite Groban when Dave Malloy's musical hits the Great White Way.

The Weak Ones to Make NY Debut by Olivia Clement

The duo behind the musical Ghostlight will present their first non-musical work featuring Hamilton\u2019s Ariana DeBose.

Actors’ Equity Association, plaintiffs in Asner vs. Actors’ Equity litigation announce continuation of talks   by Tracey Paleo

Press Release from Steven J. Kaplan (attorney for plaintiffs):  Actors’ Equity Association and the plaintiffs in the Asner vs. Actors’ Equity litigation announced today that the…

Tony Nominees Join 1950\u2019s Broadway By The Year by Olivia Clement

Karen Akers and John Cariani are set to appear in The Broadway Musicals of the 1950\u2019s.

Broadway Box Office Steady As Dramas Demand Attention by Jeremy Gerard

Spring’s seedling musicals are starting to peep through the winter spoil — Steve Martin and Edie Brickell’s Bright Star has begun previews at the Cort, She Loves Me is clos…

Danai Gurira, Liesl Tommy, Lupita Nyong\u2019o and the Cast of Eclipsed Make History On Opening Night by Harry Haun

Playbill catches up with the cast and creative team of the groundbreaking new play that marks Broadway debuts for these three women and history for all women.

5th Avenue Theatre Sets a Slate of Musicals for 2016–17 Season by American Theatre Editors

The theatre's 90th season will include classic and contemporary tuners.

BWW TV: Go Inside Opening Night of Danai Gurira's ECLIPSED with Lupita Nyong'o & More! by Tv - Opening Night Special

The new American play Eclipsed by Danai Gurira, starring Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o, just opened on Broadway at the Golden Theatre 252 W. 45th Street. BroadwayWorld was on hand to c…

Portland Center Stage Celebrates Regional Stories in 2016–17 Season by American Theatre Editors

The slate will feature world premieres by Lauren Weedman, artistic director Chris Coleman, and local band Blitzen Trapper.

Guthrie Season Includes Sunday in the Park with George

The 2016-17 slate also features Toni Morrison\u2019s The Bluest Eye.

Movie Musical from Director of Whiplash Sets New Release Date by Robert Viagas

Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone will star in La La Land.

Robert Hurwitt to Retire from the San Francisco Chronicle

by Lily Janiak   On April 1, Robert Hurwitt will retire from the San Francisco Chronicle, where he has served as theatre critic since 2000. He leaves behind a legacy of almost 40 year…

Theater News: Cabaret National Tour Announces Additional Second-Season Dates

The Roundabout Theatre Company production stars Randy Harrison and Andrea Goss.

Southern Comfort, Starring Annette O'Toole & Jeff McCarthy, Delays Official Off-Broadway Opening by Broadway.com

The off-Broadway production of Southern Comfort has moved its official opening night due to an actor illness. The new musical will now open on March 13 instead of the previously announced Ma…

My Favorite Song: Sara Bareilles of ‘Waitress’ by Dei Lewison

I grew up listening to musical theater and performing in musical theater and community theater. The joy of writing the original music and lyrics for Waitress is endless. It has been an incre…

Seize the Day! NEWSIES National Tour Will Play Final Performance This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Disney Theatrical Productions announced today that following the conclusion of the NEWSIES North American tour on October 2, 2016, multiple regional productions of the show will commence in …

$45 for Award-Winning INSIGNIFICANCE Performed in a Hotel Room by Contests - Broadway

A play that imagines Marilyn Monroe, Albert Einstein, Joe DiMaggio and Sen. Joe McCarthy meeting in a luxury hotel room in 1953.

NEWS: Declan Bennett plays Jesus, Michelle Terry is Henry V at Open Air this summer by Press Releases

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has today announced lead casting for two of its forthcoming summer 2016 productions: Michelle Terry will play the title role of Henry V in director Robert Ha…

Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint over the years by [email protected] (telegraph Media Group)

In pictures: See how the Harry Potter stars have changed over the past 14 years

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 3/7

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS - read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 3/6/…

How Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters came to terms with operatic take of The Wall by Robert Everett-Green

The l’Opéra de Montréal convinced the Pink Floyd singer and bassist to accept an orchestral version of the album with a Another Brick in the Wall – The Opera

NEWS: Emily Atack replaces Verity Rushworth as alternate Holly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s by Press Releases

Emily Atack will now play the role of Holly Golightly in the UK Tour of Breakfast at Tiffany’s from 2 May to 11 June 2016, appearing at His Majesty’s Aberdeen, Nottingham Theatre Royal, …

BWW TV Exclusive: Lena Hall & More Belt It Out at BROADWAY SESSIONS! by Ben Cameron

'I feel like I'm home', were the first words uttered by Tony Award-winning star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Lena Hall, as she took the stage at Broadway Sessions on Thursday night March 3r…

Hey, Mr. Producer! Donald Trump Was Once A Broadway Baby by Michael Dale

For three months in 1970, the Trump name could be seen above a Broadway title.

Goodman announces casting for 'The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window' by Morgan Greene

The Goodman Theatre has announced the cast of "The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window," Lorraine Hansberry's second play produced on Broadway about the crumbling world of a writer who takes a …

Cast Announced for Lorraine Hansberry's Window by Robert Viagas

Goodman Theatre in Chicago to revive the author's lesser-known play.

Karen Akers, Jill Paice, Marilyn Maye & More Set for Town Hall's Broadway by the Year Series, 3/28 by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award-nominees Karen Akers Nine, Grand Hotel amp John Cariani Something Rotten, Fiddler on the Roof, Jill Paice An American in Paris, Award-winning Nightlife Legend Marilyn Maye amp two…

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 3/7

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 362016.

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 3/6/16 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 362016.

Industry Ticket Offers by Bt

The Laugh Out Loud Tour - UP Comedy Club 230 W. North Ave is offering $10 industry tickets to the March 9, 16, 23 and 30 Wednesday at 8pm performances with the code: LOUD. Call the Box Offic…

Buntport's dark comedy "10 Myths" an oddly satisfying one-act by Joanne Ostrow Denver Post Theater Critic

"10 Myths on the Proper Application of Beauty Products," the first full-length show of Buntport Theater's 15th season, manages to hold our attention while stretching the bounds of convention…

Best Looks in Red Carpet Fashion from Opening Night of Eclipsed by George Brescia

George Brescia shares his favorite fashions from the opening of Eclipsed.

Feinstein's/54 Below to Welcome Youngest Solo Cabaret Performer Yet, 3/29 by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's/54 Below will present the youngest solo performer ever, 11-year-old Tori Murray, in READY OR NOT, HERE I COME! on Tuesday, March 29th at 7 PM. Tori Murray has received unanimous …

Theater News: Jane Krakowski, Leslie Odom Jr., and More Set for Drama League's "Up Close" Series

Hank Azaria and Cynthia Erivo are also set to participate.

Broadway at a Discount- What's Available at TKTS for March 7, 2016! by Bww Discount Alert

TKTS has been a New York City institution for decades, bringing theatre-goers a last-minute way to get tickets for some of Broadway's hottest shows at a discount. TDF operates three TKTS Dis…

Onstage & Backstage: Behind-the-Scenes Mishaps at Disaster! and Secrets About She Loves Me by Seth Rudetsky

It's the day before opening, and Seth dishes on the hilarious missed (and extra) entrances at his Broadway show, plus lyricist Sheldon Harnick reveals who almost directed the original S…

Big changes, notable names at Steppenwolf for 2016-17 season by Chris Jones

New plays by Tracy Letts, David Rabe, Erika Sheffer and Antoinette Nwandu, the conceptual work of Young Jean Lee and a two-week appearance by the much-loved ensemble star Laurie Metcalf in a…

Jeff Awards committee combines new work and adaptation categories by Morgan Greene

The Jeff Awards Committee has combined the categories for new work and new adaptation, with all world premieres now being judged as new plays or new musicals. Multiple winners will be per…

I was sexually harassed in the Marines and wrote a play about it by Rebecca Crookshank

‘When I demand press-ups, you get to your knees understand. Women are not capable of men’s press ups RAF regs, men on top as they say’   Ten days after my seventeenth birthday I joine…

Grumpy Old Women UK Tour by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Returning after a critically acclaimed, total sell-out sell-out spring 2015 tour the Grumpies are back to knock some sense into the nation. Perrier Award-winning comedian, wr…

Review: ‘Kiss Me Kate’ at Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater and Children’s Theater. by Terri Magers

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater and Children’s Theater, in Hagerstown, MD, decided to see what happened when you have a musical within a musical and add a large helping …

King Tut **** by Barry

The Discovery of King Tut    By: Paulanne Simmons If you can’t afford a trip to Egypt to see the ancient tombs, the next best option may be to visit The Discovery of King Tut, a…

Women Without Men ***1/2 by Barry

By: Paulanne Simmons Kellie Overbey, Emily Walton, and Mary Bacon in a scene from Women Without Men at New York City Center — Stage II. Click to read more

Actors’ Equity Association & Plaintiffs in Asner vs. Actors’ Equity Litigation Continue Talks by @ This Stage Staff

[PRESS RELEASE] LOS ANGELES — Actors' Equity Association and the plaintiffs in the Asner vs. Actors' Equity litigation announced today that they commenced discussions concerning a possi…

Denise Gough: 'I've seen people die from addiction' by Mark Lawson

Denise Gough has been horrifying audiences – and scoring rave reviews – for her portrayal of an addict in People, Places and Things. The Irish actor talks about being one of 11 siblings,…

Theater News: Kyle Jarrow and Lauren Worsham's The Wildness Extends

Sam Buntrock directs Sky-Pony's "rock fairytale" at Ars Nova.

Life and language in the Amazon, adapted for the stage by Sebastian Armesto

The book Don’t Sleep, There Are Snakes, sub-titled “Life and Language in the Amazonian Jungle” was published in 2009. It tells the story of missionary Daniel Everett’…

Little Shop of Horrors UK Tour by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Little Shop Of Horrors is a charming, kooky and hilarious 1950s musical sci-fi spoof. Seymour Krelborn, the assistant at Mushnik’s Flower Shop in downtrodden Skid Row, …

Theater Set for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Starring Josh Groban & Denee Benton by Ryan McPhee

Natasha has found her new home! Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, starring Josh Groban and Denée Benton in their Broadway debuts, will begin performances in October …

Stars Align for Opening Night of Danai Gurira's Stirring Eclipsed, Starring Lupita Nyong'o by Broadway.com

Danai Gurira's Eclipsed reveals the harsh realities of life amidst the chaos of the Liberian Civil War. Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o makes her Broadway debut alongside Saycon …

Photo Coverage: Danai Gurira & More Arrive on the Opening Night Red Carpet for ECLIPSED! by Walter McBride

The new American playEclipsedbyDanai Gurira, starring Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o, officially opened last night, March 6th, 2016 on Broadway at the Golden Theatre 252 W. 45th Street.…

VOICE LESSONS with Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts World Premiere & More Set for Steppenwolf's Expanded 2016-17 Season by BroadwayWorld

Steppenwolf Theatre Company announced today the 201617 Season, the first to be curated by Artistic Director Anna D. Shapiro and the Steppenwolf artistic team. The new season brings many exci…

Goodman announces casting for 'The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window' by Morgan Greene

The Goodman Theatre has announced the cast of "The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window," Lorraine Hansberry's second play produced on Broadway about the crumbling world of a writer who takes a …

Luminato adds to lineup with Rufus Wainwright’s Rufus Does Judy and contemporary-dance piece monumental by Brad Wheeler

Toronto’s Luminato Festival continued its rollout of show announcements on Monday with the news of a pair of remount whoppers

Review:Red Speedo at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

he real drug obessing the characters in Lucas Hnath play is the drug of misguided ambition Read More

Jane Krakowski, Cythia Erivo, Leslie Odom, Jr. & Hank Azaria to Take Part in Drama League's Spring UP CLOSE Series by BroadwayWorld

The Drama Leaguehas announced itsSpring 2016 Up Close Series, to be held atThe Drama League Theater Center32 Avenue of the Americas in Tribeca.

Broadway Is About to Get Bloody With Synth-Powered ‘American Psycho’ by Zoë Miller, Zoë Miller

The Broadway production of American Psycho begins previews at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on March 24.

On not being a massive sado-masochistic pervert: Terrorism, tragedy and the modern stage by Stuart Slade

So you’re watching a play – Sophocles, Seneca, Shakespeare, Webster, Sarah Kane, whoever. You’re witnessing some hideously traumatic event – old guy having his eyes ripped out, kids …

Exclusive! See Hundreds Turn Out For American Psycho Tix by Matthew Blank

The new musical American Psycho offered tickets priced at $19.89 for six preview performances, for those who showed up to the box office March 5. The line stretched down the block as hundred…

Remy Bumppo announces 2016-17 season, co-production with Silk Road Rising by Morgan Greene

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has announced a 3-play slate for its 20th anniversary season, along with a collaborative production with Silk Road Rising. Beginning the season is Pirandello's "…

From Page to Stage: Teaching Slam Poetry in the High School Classroom by HowlRound

By Jasminne Mendez. Jasminne Méndez writes about being a teaching artist with the Alley Theatre and introducing student to spoken word poetry.

Offer: £25 tickets to Sunny Afternoon for students and U25s by A Younger Theatre

Sunny Afternoon | West End Extended due to phenomenal demand, Sunny Afternoon is now booking into 2016. Read A Younger Theatre’s review of Sunny Afternoon here. Winner of the 2015…

Feature: The Wardrobe Ensemble shines a light on ‘shagging’ by Isaac Ouro-Gnao

Let’s talk about sex. Embarrassment, awkwardness, and fear still shroud the topic. The Wardrobe Ensemble, an award-winning theatre company, is inviting audiences to experience its work, wi…

Feature: Soho Rising – Soho Theatre showcases its best young voices by Jamie Body

Even with the growth of London and the ever changing times, Soho is still known as an artistic hub and home to some well established and emerging theatre. Soho Rising is the first of its kin…

Steppenwolf Sets 2016–17 Season, First Programmed by Anna D. Shapiro by American Theatre Editors

The Chicago theatre’s season will feature world premieres from Tracy Letts, Antoinette Nwandu, David Rabe, and Erika Sheffer, and the opening of a new black box space.

Breaking News: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Will Begin Performances at the Imperial Theatre This October! by BroadwayWorld

Just in BroadwayWorld has justlearned that producer Howard Kagan has announced thatNATASHA, PIERRE amp THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 will begin Broadway performances this October at the Imperial T…

Rufus Wainwright Will Pay Tribute to Judy Garland at Carnegie Hall Once More by BroadwayWorld

For two storied nights in 2006, singer, songwriter and composer Rufus Wainwright performed a love letter to Judy Garland's Judy At Carnegie Hall concert with a tribute of his own, Rufus Does…

AVENUE Q's Kate Monster, Unable To Appear On MSNBC's Post-Debate Show, Releases Statement On Democrats' Debate by Michael Dale

The leading lady puppet was on stage performing when her musical was cited by CNN's Don Lemon.

Theatre News: Fantastic Mr Fox musical to premiere in Southampton

A new adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic book is part of the Nuffield Theatre's new season

Theater News: MCC Theater to Break Ground on First Permanent Home

The new facility will be located in Manhattan's Clinton neighborhood.

Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 Will Play the Imperial by Andrew Gans

Previews for the new musical will begin in October.

Jeff Awards committee combines new work and adaptation categories by Morgan Greene

The Jeff Awards Committee has combined the categories for new work and new adaptation, with all world premieres now being judged as new plays or new musicals. Multiple winners will be perm…

What's Playing on Broadway: March 7-13, 2016 by BroadwayWorld

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for the week of March 7-13, 2016.

Ocala Civic Theatre’s “The Fox on the Fairway” Runs March 24 through April 17 by Michael J. Roberts

Fore! Live on stage at Ocala Civic Theatre, the hilarious golf comedy The Fox on the Fairway tees off on March 24 and plays through April 17. After five straight losses to their bitter rival…

Broadway Producer Donald Trump and DCMetroTheaterArts’ NYC Reviewer/Columnist Richard Seff’s Play ‘Paris is Out!’ by Michael Paul in the NY Ti by Joel Markowitz

In yesterday’s NY Times, Michael Paul’s article called For a Young Donald J. Trump, Broadway Held Sway talked about how Donald Trump dabbled in becoming a Broadway Producer when …

Theatre Review: ‘The Lion’ at Arena Stage by Derek Schwabe

What makes a lion a lion? Identity is the question of the hour in The Lion, a roaring one-man musical show written, sung and strummed by Benjamin Scheuer and directed by Sean Daniels, whic…

Sarah Steele on Her Hip-Hop Moves & How The Humans Makes Her Edgy by Broadway.com

Sarah Steele talks to Beth Stevens about being like (and different) from her character in The Humans, playing Alan Cumming's daughter on The Good Wife and why her boyfriend wonders what&…

Onstage This Week: March 7–13 by American Theatre Editors

From dancing bears to con artists, from Arizona to Georgia, it is a wide-ranging week for theatre.

Robert Wilson\u2019s Krapp\u2019s Last Tape to Make U.S. Debut by Olivia Clement

The high-concept theatre artist directs, designs and stars in the U.S. premiere in New Jersey this month.

Jon Lee and Keith Jack cast in Forever Plaid by Matthew Hemley

Former S Club 7 band member Jon Lee has been cast in Forever Plaid at the St James Theatre in London. He

Rufus Wainwright Will Again Recreate Legendary Judy Garland Concert by Robert Viagas

He also plans album based on Shakespeare Sonnets.

Jon Viktor Corpuz Shows You How Fun Life Is Backstage at The King and I

The King and I star Jon Viktor Corpuz is the king of amazing backstage videos.

FIRST LOOK: Rehearsal photos from Only The Brave by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo We are pleased to bring you this first look at rehearsals for Only The Brave, a new musical opening at the Wales Millennium Centre from 28 March to 2 April 2016. Directed by …

Fantastic Mr Fox musical to premiere at Southampton’s Nuffield by Matthew Hemley

A musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox forms part of the new season at Nuffield in Southampton. The season also

An Evening with 2Cellos at the McCallum April 8 by Michael J. Roberts

Through the generosity of Harold Matzner, the McCallum Theatre presents 2CELLOS on Friday, April 8, at 8:00pm. No Yo-Yo Ma here – this is cello music as you’ve never heard it before! If…

Fuse CD Review: Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky from MusicAeterna by Jonathan Blumhofer

Violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja and conductor Teodor Currentzis are two of the most interesting figures in classical music today.

If Daniel Breaker Weren't An Actor, He Would Be A... by Ruthie Fierberg

The Book of Mormon actor reveals his passion for the culinary arts, the root of his foodie genes, plus kitchen tips and an original recipe!

Joel B. New Launches MURDER, SHE WROTE Album Crowdfunding Campaign by BroadwayWorld

Award-winning musical theatre writing Joel B. New is combining his loves of songwriting, performing, and Jessica Fletcher to create something unique, weird, unexpected, and very him an EP of…

'Chicago' coming to town with John O'Hurley by Morgan Greene

Broadway in Chicago announced Monday that "Chicago" will be making its way back to its namesake city this May. John O'Hurley, best known as J. Peterman on "Seinfeld," a champion of the ABC …

Photo Flash: Getting to Know Them - First Look at Kate Baldwin & Paolo Montalban in Lyric Opera's THE KING AND I by BroadwayWorld

Lyric Opera of Chicago's grand-scale production ofRodgers and Hammerstein'sThe King and I, featuring Broadway starsKate BaldwinandPaolo Montalbanas Anna Leonowens and the King of Siam, runsA…

Play to explore alleged romance between Shakespeare and Earl of Southampton by Hannah Ellis-Petersen

Nick Dear’s new work will delve into mysterious relationship between the Bard and his famously effeminate aristocratic patron Henry WriotheslyShakespeare’s alleged romantic liaison with …

Review: Iphigénie en Tauride (Hackney Empire and tour)

A rare opportunity to hear this great 19th-century opera in a fine musical performance

The Lion at Arena Stage (review) by Kelly McCorkendale

Listening to Benjamin Scheuer strum his acoustic guitar and recount his incredibly stirring life during his one-man show, The Lion, I could think of one word and one word only. Beautiful. Th…

Remy Bumppo announces 2016-17 season, co-production with Silk Road Rising by Morgan Greene

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company has announced a 3-play slate for its 20th anniversary season, along with a collaborative production with Silk Road Rising. Beginning the season is Pirandello's "H…

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Illustrates - Betsy Wolfe & Darren Criss Prep for the NY Pops! by Ken Fallin

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his latest …

MCC Theater Will Break Ground on New Performance Space Later This Month by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theater announced today that it will break ground on its first permanent home onMarch 22, 2016. Set to open in 2018, the space will unite MCC's diverse roster of programs under one roof …

Sundance Institute Announces Projects for Theatre Lab in MENA by BroadwayWorld

Sundance Institute today announced the eight new projects selected for its pilot Theatre Lab in the MENA region, held in Morocco, May 2016. The Lab is part of the Institute's international c…

National Theatre of Scotland may scale back touring after funding cuts by Thom Dibdin

The National Theatre of Scotland is considering cuts to the number of productions it tours, following its 3% funding reduction in this

The Vineyard Announces Indecent Cast by Olivia Clement

The complete cast from the Yale Repertory world premiere will make the move Off-Broadway this spring.

Top Ten New Plays for High Schools by Angela Yamarone

Do you want to bring a new and exciting energy to your high school drama department? Check out our list of the Top 10 New Plays for High Schools! The post Top Ten New Plays for High Schools …

Review: Imagination Takes Flight by Michael Block

The beauty of storytelling is that a story can be told in so many unique mediums. Finding the right medium for every story is the challenge. In the simply striking Reverse Cascade, the tale …

Ross Campbell and Johnathan Tweedie launch MTUK musical theatre training by Matthew Hemley

Royal Academy of Music singing professor Ross Campbell has teamed up with West End performer Johnathan Tweedie to launch a new musical

Derby fire prompts renewed safety warning for theatres by Matthew Hemley

A warning has been issued about the vulnerability of theatres to fire, with venues being urged to have security measures in place

Howard McGillin and Brad Oscar Will Join Jamie deRoy for Actors Fund Benefit by Andrew Gans

The evening will be held at Birdland in NY.

Fuse Classical Music Interview: Conductor Kent Nagano’s Emotional Return to Boston by Arts Fuse Editor

The Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal programs a lot of new music but that is not the point.

AEA & Plaintiffs in Asner vs. Actors' Equity Association Will Resume Talks Towards Resolution by BroadwayWorld

Actors' Equity Association and the plaintiffs in the Asner vs. Actors' Equity litigation announced today that they commenced discussions concerning a possible resolution they did not reach a…

Andrew Rannells and Josh Gad Returned to Book of Mormon by Andrew Gans

The Tony-nominated actors helped celebrate the show's fifth anniversary.

VIDEO: AVENUE Q Co-Composer/Lyricist Jeff Marx Reacts To Being Quoted At Democrats' Debate by Michael Dale

CNN's Don Lemon quotes Everyone's A Little Bit Racist' while questioning Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders.

Exclusive: Fiddler\u2019s Adam Kantor and Alexandra Silber Perform Cut Song \u201CDear Sweet Sewing Machine\u201D in New Music Video

\u201CDear Sweet Sewing Machine\u201D was cut from the original Broadway production of Fiddler on the Roof before it opened in 1964 and did not appear in subsequent Broadway revivals. When t…

Concert Review: Carrie Underwood at Verizon Center by Tina Ghandchilar

  Lights out to pitch black as the audience ever so patiently waits in sheer anticipation for the soulful pop-country idol queen to enter the venue’s dynamic stage. On February 25, 20…

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 3/7/16- Donna Murphy by Stage Tube

Happy Birthday, Donna Murphy Murphy has won two Tony Awards for Best Actress in a Musical for her roles in Passion as Fosca and in The King and I as Anna Leonowens. She received three more T…

Photo Flash: Gloria Steinem, Alfre Woodard, and John Turturro Welcome Lupita Nyong'o to Broadway

Danai Gurira's new drama, Eclipsed, directed by Liesl Tommy, celebrated its opening night at the Golden Theatre.

Arts Advocacy Day 2016 #AAD2016. 10 Reasons To Support The Arts by New York Theater

Today begins Americans for the Arts two-day Arts Advocacy Day, #AAD2016. Hundreds of advocates travel to DC to persuade Congress that the arts matter. Here is a graphic that American for th…

Hot Clip of the Day: "Broadway Baby" Dorothy Loudon Is Gonna Start Your Week Right

It's the YouTube clip we're living for today!

Katy Cavanagh Stars in Iris at Live Theatre Newcastle by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Rehearsals for the world premiere of Iris at Live Theatre, Newcastle began today. Katy Cavanagh who played Julie Carp, a regular in Coronation Street between 2009 and 2015 st…

Cyndi Lauper June 9 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts by Michael J. Roberts

Iconic performer and musical chameleon Cyndi Lauper announced today the DETOUR Tour in support of her upcoming studio album, DETOUR, available May 6 on Sire Records. The 19-city tour will k…

They Don’t Pay? We Won’t Pay! from Ambassador Theater (review) by Daron Christopher

The mark of master storytellers is that they can make a given narrative hold resonance and power beyond the narrow context of the original time and place. By this standard, much art will u…

Photo Coverage: Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira & More Celebrate Opening Night of ECLIPSED! by Walter McBride

The new American play Eclipsed by Danai Gurira, starring Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o, officially opened last night, March 6th, 2016 on Broadway at the Golden Theatre 252 W. 45th Stre…

Exclusive Podcast: BROADWAY'S BACKBONE with DISASTER Choreographer Joann Hunter by Broadway's Backbone

Disaster and School of Rock's choreographer Joann Hunter.Joann was born in Japan, raised in Rhode Island and has twoshows opening on Broadway this season. She has worked with the icon Jerome…

'Chicago' coming back to town with John O'Hurley by Morgan Greene

Broadway in Chicago announced Monday that "Chicago" will be making its way back to its namesake city this May. John O'Hurley, best known as J. Peterman on "Seinfeld," a champion of the ABC s…

BWW TV: Steve Kazee, Judy Kuhn, Kerry Butler & More Talk ECLIPSED on the Opening Night Red Carpet! by Tv - Red Carpets

The red carpet was the place to be last night, as dozens of stars aligned for the big eventandBroadwayWorld was on hand to chat with some of them before the curtain went up. Below, check out…

$59 Tickets to Broadway's New Musical AMERICAN PSYCHO by Contests - Broadway

AMERICAN PSYCHO brings its designer brand of stylish thrills and biting comedy to Broadway. Based on the best-selling novel by BRET EASTON ELLIS, this new musical is set in the excess of 198…

Christine Ebersole, Matthew Broderick, Tovah Feldshuh & More Set for Industry Reading of THE POETS OF AMITYVILLE by BroadwayWorld

This Tuesday in New York City, Circus Road Films and Theatricals amp Big Head Productions will present an invite-only reading of a new play The Poets of Amityville by Eugene Pack.

Julie Atherton and Andy Coxon join Made In Ldn Line Up by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Julie Atheron (Avenue Q, Sister Act) and Andy Coxon (Les Miserables, Beautiful) will join the new monthly showcase for British Musical Theatre talent entitled made In Ldn pre…

Broadway Theater Review: Hughie by Lauren Yarger

Frank Wood, Forest Whitaker Wide Shot - Photo: Marc BrenneSometimes a Hollywood Star Isn’t Enoughto Guarantee Broadway SuccessBy Lauren YargerBroadway shows seem to think casting a Hollywo…

Acting Out: The Future of Theatre Majors by HowlRound

By Troy Lambert. Troy Lambert discusses potential career options for Theatre majors graduating from colleges and universities in the US.

Countries that SHOULD cry for me… by Vinnie

I really wish I could credit the creator of this glorious meme… if you know who deserves it, let me know.

Comic Judy Gold: 'I’m Way More Jewish Than Lesbian!' by Julien Sauvalle

Michael MustoEntertainmentMichael MustoJudy Gold is the pricelessly witty Jewish lesbian known for off-Broadway shows like 25 Questions For a Jewish Mother and The Judy Gold Show: My Life as…

Christine Ebersole and Matthew Broderick Set for Reading of Poets of Amityville by Andrew Gans

The new play is penned by Eugene Pack.

TICKETS: Mark’s Top Ten recommendations + this week’s openings (7 Mar) by Mark Shenton

Top ten of the week, but there are lots of dark theatres, too, in London at the moment.

Non Traditional Roles: Cabaret Host/MC by Andrea Wilhelm

Being a host or MC of a Broadway concert or cabaret is a very fun position that a few awesome folks in the theater community have perfected. Could you have what it takes to join their ranks?…

Get $59 Tickets to ECLIPSED on Broadway, Starring Lupita Nyong'o by Contests - Broadway

Get 59 Tickets to ECLIPSED on Broadway, Starring Lupita Nyong'o. A New Play by Danai Gurira Directed by Liesl Tommy. Now in Previews, Opening Night March 6.

Michelle Terry and Declan Bennett to Play London's Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park by Mark Shenton

They will play the title roles in Henry V and Jesus Christ Superstar.

GRACE NOTES: Monday, March 7, 2016 by Susan Grace

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Anna-Jane Casey and Frances Ruffelle to Appear in Concert in London

The West End leading ladies will perform at the London Hippodrome.

Eclipsed, Starring Lupita Nyong'o, Opens on Broadway; Red Carpet and Curtain Call! by Matthew Blank

The Oscar winner stars in Danai Gurira's new play about war in Liberia, which opened on Broadway March 6.

Deadline Today: Tonys Seek Candidates for Theatre Education Award by Robert Viagas

Wanted: great theatre teachers to be saluted at the Tony ceremony in June.

Cast Announced for New London Production of Forever Plaid by Mark Shenton

Jon Lee and Keith Jack to star at the St. James Studio.

Photo Coverage: ECLIPSED Arrives on Broadway! Inside the Opening Night Bows by Walter McBride

The new American playEclipsedbyDanai Gurira, starring Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o, officially openedlastnight, March 6th, 2016 on Broadway at the Golden Theatre 252 W. 45th Street. T…

WAKE UP with BWW 3/7/2016 - WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT, Atlantic's Big Gala and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT makes its NYC …

The Royale Opens Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The historic boxing drama stars Montego Glover, Clarke Peters and Khris Davis.

Blind Mans Song Comes To The Pleasance by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Theatre Re will present Blind Man’s Song, a wordless tale about the power of imagination that blends together physical theatre, mime, sound, illusion and a beautiful lo…

Blogs: Matt Trueman: do old plays need bringing back to life?

Matt Trueman asks whether updating, revisiting and reworking plays is always a good thing

Theatre News: Frances Ruffelle and Anna-Jane Casey announce solo West End concerts

They join Bonnie Langford and Kerry Ellis who also perform at the Hippodrome Casino

Nathan Lane Launches New York Premiere of WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Maberry Theatricalshave announced the second wave of stars and dates for the New York premiere of WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT, the internationally-acclaimed play by Nassim Soleimanpour. Four-tim…

Krystal Joy Brown, Marrick Smith & More Set for NC-17 Reading Today by BroadwayWorld

Rodney Hicks will direct an industry reading of his new play, NC-17, today, March 7. A reading was presented at Portland Center Stage and Seattle Repertory Theatre, this past year, under the…

Photos: Eclipsed Opening Night by John Vermeer

Enjoy photos of the well-heeled attendees at opening night of Eclipsed on Broadway.

BWW Review: Richard Nelson Offers a Taste Of A New Rhinebeck Family in HUNGRY by Michael Dale

The playwright follows his quartet of Apple Family plays with the first of an election year trilogy.

Broadway's SCHOOL OF ROCK Hosts Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival Tonight by BroadwayWorld

SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL will host the Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival for New York City Public Schools tonight, March 7, at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre.

Broadway, Hollywood Stars Align for Atlantic Theater Company's 2016 ACTORS' CHOICE Gala Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Atlantic Theater Company will present their Annual Gala tonight, March 7, 2016 at The Pierre 2 East 61 Street. Actors' Choice will celebrate Atlantic's actors with a fabulous evening of unex…

The New Group to Honor Ed Harris, Amy Madigan & Ellen Roth at Annual Gala Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Off-Broadway's The New Group will honor Ed Harris amp Amy Madigan and Ellen Roth at the company's Annual Gala tonight, March 7 at Tribeca Rooftop 2 Desbrosses Street between Hudson amp Green…

v Review: Nice Fish at curtainup.com by Deirdre Donovan

- Mark Rylance and Louis Jenkins surreal collaboration arrives in Brooklyn

Review: Eclipsed at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Disturbing and outstandingly staged as ever

Review: Hungry at curtainup.comhungrypublic16/ by Elyse Sommer

Richard Nelson's new Rhinebeck cycle gets off to a good start

Architectural gems – ancient and modern by Chris Grady

The two highlights of my week both involved architectural gems. One 4,000 years since construction and the other building just 11 years old – a few miles apart, an hour from Glasgow by air…

Competition: Win tickets to Land of Our Fathers at Found111 by The Stage

3 May 1979, South Wales. Thatcher is counting her votes, Sid Vicious is spinning in his grave and six Welsh miners are

#BroadwaySoBlack: “Eclipsed” Joins “Hamilton,” “The Color Purple,” “Shuffle Along” in a Historic Tony Awards Race by Roger Friedman

You never know what’s going to pan out in a Broadway season. But now the Public Theater has sent us the likely Categories: Featured Theater(Read more...)

Hobson's Choice review – Martin Shaw is Brighouse's bootmaker in lively revival by Lyn Gardner

Theatre Royal, BathThis sly portrait of a cobbler and his class-conscious daughters is shown to be way ahead of its time in Jonathan Church’s handsome stagingThere are shades of King Lear …

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Announces Casting for 2016 Season - Michelle Terry Leads HENRY V, Declan Bennett in JC SUPERSTAR and More! by BroadwayWorld

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre today announced Michelle Terry to play the title role of Henry V in director Robert Hastie's new production.

NEWS: Hear Me Roar feminist arts festival to kick off in Lancaster by James Lillywhite

A feminist arts festival kicks off in Lancaster this week, to coincide with International Women’s Day. Hear Me Roar (HMR) started in 2015, and returns this year on March 8 to March 12 with…

Theatre News: Top 5 theatre openings this week: 7 - 13 March

From Tom Jones to Stevie Wonder, we take a look at the pick of the openings this week

Theatre News: Casting announced for Forever Plaid at St James Studio

The musical revue opens in April

Laurie Anderson performs Letters to Jack at The Kennedy Center (review) by Daron Christopher

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is a more than fitting venue for Letters to Jack, the latest chapter in renowned performance artist, filmmaker, and composer Laurie Anders…

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Trailer of BEAR WITH US Starring Christy Carlson Romano and Cheyenne Jackson by Stage Tube

The first official trailer for the upcoming indie comedyBear with Ushas been released on Vimeo via director William Stribling's account. Starring Christy Carlson Romano Emmy-nominated star o…

Derby Hippodrome struck by third fire in seven years by Matthew Hemley

The beleaguered Derby Hippodrome has suffered its third major blaze since 2009. A large fire broke out at the venue at around

Michelle Terry to play Henry V at Regent’s Park by Georgia Snow

Michelle Terry will play the title role in Henry V at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre later this year. It is the

Linda Jasper steps down from Youth Dance England by Georgia Snow

Youth Dance England director Linda Jasper is to step down from her post at the end of this month after more than

John Godber spurs young creatives to overcome class barrier with tenacity by Georgia Snow

Playwright John Godber has urged young creatives not be put off by claims that the theatre industry is closed off to working-class

BWW's On This Day - March 7, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on March 7 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Forever Plaid casting Announced by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Casting has been announced for Forever Plaid at the St James Theatre. The cast of four is Jon Lee (Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys, original member of British pop band S Club 7)…

Just because: Vivian Blaine sings “Adelaide’s Lament” by Terry Teachout

Vivian Blaine sings “Adelaide’s Lament,” from Guys and Dolls, at the 1971 Tony Awards. The song is by Frank Loesser. Blaine created the role of Adelaide in the original 1950 Broadway p…

Dan Stevens: Why I left Downton Abbey by [email protected] (sarah Crompton, Sarah Crompton)

As a nation reels from the death of Matthew Crawley, Dan Stevens talks exclusively to Sarah Crompton about his departure from the ITV drama.

Poll: Are too many actors mumbling on stage and screen? by The Stage

Happy Valley, despite being a much-loved BBC drama, has been hit with complaints that actors in the show are mumbling. Paul Clayton,

Almanac: John Lukacs on hatred, fear, and ideology by Terry Teachout

“One of the fundamental differences between extremes of Right and Left is this: in most instances hatred moves the former; fear the latter.” John Lukacs, Democracy and Populism: Fear and…

The Iranian Feast review – charming show about the soup of human kindness by Lyn Gardner

Farnham MaltingsAudience participation is a key ingredient of this touring regional theatre piece about cooking, community and life in TehranThe myth that theatre made for village halls and …

Review: Academy Award-Winner Forest Whitaker Stars in Eugene O’Neill’s Hughie by #cota

By Shari Lifland (@shariontheaisle) It’s only fitting that Eugene O’Neill’s Hughie is set in a hotel lobby: the acclaimed playwright was born in a hotel—the Barrett House on Broadway…

Theatre News: Michelle Terry, Declan Bennett to play titular roles in Henry V and Jesus Christ Superstar

The productions will be staged at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre this summer

Theatre News: Emily Atack to star in Breakfast at Tiffany's tour

The actress will share the role of Holly Golightly with Pixie Lott in Nikolai Foster's production

BWW Recap: Easy Like Sunday Morning on THE GOOD WIFE by Jacqueline Bublitz

Maybe the presence of Owen and Veronica is enough to do it, or maybe we're all just getting nostalgic with the end so close, but Hearing feels fun and familiar - and fast, that sure sign of …

Emily Atack To Play Holly Golightly As New Venues Announced by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Emily Atack will now play the role of Holly Golightly in the UK Tour of Breakfast at Tiffany’s from 2 May to 11 June 2016, appearing at His Majesty’s Aberdeen, Nottingham…

Casting Announced For 2016 Summer Season At Regent’s Park by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Producers at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre have announced today that Michelle Terry will play the title role of Henry V directed by Robert Hastie and that Declan Benne…

Review: The Merry Wives (Viaduct Theatre)

Northern Broadsides perform a lively touring version of Shakespeare's comedy

Shakespeare's 400th anniversary: Studying the most famous tragedy of them all by Howard Jacobson, Howard Jacobson

As the world prepares to mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, Howard Jacobson kicks off our unique, collectible series with a study of the most famous tragedy of them all

Great British Bake Off presenter Mel Giedroyc on swapping light entertainment for serious drama with new play Luce by Veronica Lee, Veronica Lee

The TV host wants to 'shake things up', she tells Veronica Lee

Aziza Miller & Friends @ Iridium 3/24 by Nitelife Exchange

ScoBar Entertinment is proud to present Aziza Miller Thursday March 24th at The Iridium at 8:30PM in an high energy, All the way Live show with memorable songs whose rhythmic grooves, funk, …

Cynthia Scott Quartet – A Ray Charles Raelette @ Iridium 3/23 by Nitelife Exchange

ScoBar Entertainment is proud to present the Cynthia Scott Quartet – A Ray Charles Raelette at The Iridium for one night only Wednesday March 23rd at 8:30PM. Joining Cynthia Scott on stage…

Rhonda Ross at The Iridium 3/22 by Nitelife Exchange

ScoBar Entertainment is proud to announce that after captivating audiences at Madison Square Garden, The Montreal Jazz Festival and The Rrazz Room at The Prince, singer-songwriter Rhonda Ros…

Marianne Solivan and Her Big Band @ The Iridium 3/9 by Nitelife Exchange

ScoBar Entertainment is proud to present Vocalist Marianne Solivan and her big band at The Iridium one night only Tuesday March 9th at 8:30PM. Joining Marianne on stage is John Chin – pian…

Exit Lines: Falling Down by Robert Cashill

Reviews of Buried Child and Hughie.

Backstage: Is three the magic number for opera? by Eleanor Turney

Rossini’s The Barber of Seville and Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro both feature a loveable rogue called Figaro. Welsh National Opera has

I See You, Royal Court Theatre by Matt Wolf

An innocently intended Friday night out turns into something fearsome indeed in I See You, a Royal Court co-production with the Market Theatre, Johannesburg, that puts the tensions of post-a…

Houston Symphony Celebrates Goodman with Bennett’s Virtuosity by David Dow Bentley III

It was a night of dazzling music that will be long remembered by those fortunate enough to attend one of the three dazzling performances with which the Houston Symphony closed out “leap we…

Review: Every One (Battersea Arts Centre)

Chris Goode directs the English premiere of Jo Clifford's play

Review: Complete Works: Table Top Shakespeare - Julius Caesar and The Merry Wives of Windsor

Holly Williams watches two more of Forced Entertainment's absurdist takes on Shakespeare

Review: ‘They Don’t Pay? We Won’t Pay!’ at Ambassador Theater by David Siegel

How fortunate we are in the DC area, a locale that seeks status as a world class city, to have the Ambassador Theater in our midst. The Ambassador Theater has a mission to build internationa…

Magic Time! ‘They Don’t Pay? We Won’t Pay!’ at Ambassador Theater by John Stoltenberg

In politics, the expression “Marxist farce” could well be a slur hurled by some puerile and petulant presidential hopeful (you never know these days). In theater, however, the term “Ma…

Review: Midnight Cowboy (Lifeline Theatre) by Scotty Zacher

Chris Hainsworth new adaptation of James Leo Herlihy's novel *Midnight Cowboy* has grand scope but fizzles trying to create the appropriate atmosphere for the action. (read Clint May's entir…

Setting Up Facebook Business Manager by Ceci Dadisman

Have you set up Facebook Business Manager for your organization yet?  If not, you are missing out on one of Facebook’s best new features for businesses and organizations. Facebook Bu…

Episode 405 - Season 1 Reunion, Part 2 [Unedited] by Joel B. New

JBN concludes his unedited conversation with Season One's Billy Bustamante, Christine Schneider (nee Paterson), Gay Marshall, and Chris York. Recorded live on Friday, February 26th, 2016. Ho…

Review: ‘Driving Miss Daisy’ at Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA by Megan Diehl

An enchanting version of the familiar tale, Act II Playhouse’s Driving Miss Daisy serves up a delightful cast and a pleasant story that both challenges and charms. Originally written in 19…

Plan your week’s theatre: top tickets by Lyn Gardner

Vanishing Point’s The Destroyed Room opens in Edinburgh, the Hear Me Roar! festival of feminism begins in Lancaster and Jinny, a response to Look Back in Anger, premieres in DerbyThe Solid…

A celebration of life through movement: solving The Winter's Tale's problems by Interview By Lyndsey Winship

Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon on adapting Shakespeare’s problem play as a ballet – and how to interpret theatre’s most famous stage directionThe Winter’s Tale was a suggestion t…

The Young King review – an inventive and immersive take on Oscar Wilde's dark fairytale by Steph Harmon

Level Five of Myer Centre Adelaide, Adelaide festivalAlthough it comes with a complicated allegory about capitalism and greed, Slingsby Theatre have rendered Wilde’s fable as a fun show fo…

A Celebration of the Arts by Barry

UM Archives Celebrates Arts and Entertainment Entertainment Collectors, Authors and Critics Exhibit "Selections from the Mamie and Ellis Nassour Arts and Entertainment, Stark Young, and He…

Mark Shenton: How did Sheridan Smith’s understudy fare in Funny Girl? by Mark Shenton

I wasn’t planning on revisiting Funny Girl at the Menier Chocolate Factory: I’d seen it once already, the entire run was sold

Alisha Bailey: ‘I’m excited by projects where I have to work ’til I’m shattered’ by Georgia Snow

After trying a year at university, she knew drama school was the right route for her. Now, the actor talks to Georgia Snow as

Flamenco frenzy on London stage: archive, 7 March 1961 by Philip Hope-Wallace

7 March 1961: The women are sketching classical ballet attitudes while the snake-hipped dagoes are strutting and shuffling with portentous menaceColiseum, LondonLuisillo, Spanish dancer and …

Audience takes centre stage in pioneering virtual reality dance film by Jana Perkovic

Acmi join forces with Sydney Dance Company for an immersive film that combines choreography with virtual reality, allowing the audience to view the production from all anglesHow do you captu…

Picnic at Hanging Rock by Arts Review

In a thrilling new co-production between Malthouse Theatre and Black Swan State Theatre Company, Picnic at Hanging Rock is a story that defies explanation, a story that proves that horror is…

To Research or to Not Research? by Guest Blogger

What to Research For Your Character and Why As an actor, character research is part of your job. Doing research gives you the foundation and background to help make your character believable…

Iliza Shlesinger on Game Show "Separation Anxiety" by Young Hollywood

Iliza Shlesinger on Game Show "Separation Anxiety" The hilarious (and shredded) Iliza Shlesinger returns to the YH Studio to give us the scoop on her TBS game show "Separation Anxiety" and t…

On the Rocks: The White Stag Quadrilogy by Amelia Parenteau

The White Stag Quadrilogy, part two of On the Rocks’ Jerry Wolfert story, is a show that makes you wait. Comedic timing is the linchpin of the show, from the opening moment where a frustra…

Playbill Vault's Today In Theatre History: March 7 by Robert Viagas

Motown's Krystal Joy Brown Stars in Tonight's Reading of NC-17 by Michael Gioia

The contemporary new play was written and conceived by Rodney Dennis Hicks.

White Rabbit Red Rabbit Launches Tonight with Nathan Lane by Olivia Clement

Playing Monday nights, the rotating cast is set to feature Wayne Brady, Whoopi Goldberg, Alan Cumming.

There\u2019s One Skill Corey Cott Has Yet To Learn by Olivia Clement

The Bandstand star tells what he needs most backstage, his dream roles and how Darren Criss is his homeboy.

Reuniting the Trio Behind Colman Domingo\u2019s Dot Feels Like \u201DJumping Off a Ledge Together\u201D by Laura Hedli

After launching The Scottsboro Boys at the Vineyard Theatre six years ago, writer Colman Domingo rejoins director Susan Stroman and actress Sharon Washington for his newest work: Dot.

Daniel Breaker\u2019s Dungeness Crab Croquettes by Daniel Breaker

Follow the actor and aspiring chef's recipe for your own hearty meal.

Steel City Blues Festival focuses on moves from Southern music genre by Bob Batz Jr. / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

At this weekend’s Steel City Blues Festival, an annual celebration of blues dancing, the Sunday morning workshops were lightly attended, even though they didn’t start until 11:30 a.m.

Actor, playwright Edwin Lee Gibson takes helm of Hill House's Kaufmann Center by Diana Nelson Jones / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Minutes before poets would take the stage at the Hill House Association’s Kaufmann Center, Edwin Lee Gibson stepped out into an unseasonable February twilight. He stood grandly framed betw…