Monday, November 23, 2020 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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“The Prom”: The Challenges of Adapting The Stage to The Screen by Christopher Wiley

There is growing excitement for the star-studded release of the Netflix film adaptation of the award-winning musical, The Prom. Inspired by a true story, the musical comedy follows a group…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 11:50PM

Melbourne Opera to present Das Rheingold in February 2021

Following a string of major Wagnerian successes (Rienzi, Tannhauser, Lohengrin, Tristan and Isolde, The Flying Dutchman), Melbourne Opera is thrilled to present the pinnacle of operatic exce…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:25PM

Disney’s FROZEN: THE MUSICAL receives relaxed capacity restrictions by Sean McLoughlin

The Minister for Health, Brad Hazzard, has swiftly lifted the exemption to Disney’s first big post-pandemic production to 85 percent

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:20PM

Modern death: new ways of paying tribute

A trend is emerging for more eco-friendly, high-tech and life-affirming memorials

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:00PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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COVID-19 Update: Adelaide Festival Centre performances by Sean McLoughlin

A number of performances at Adelaide Festival Centre venues have been postponed in light of the ongoing advice from SA

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:52PM

Arts in brief: Arnika Dawkins is Rising Star; short films wanted; honors in theater, books by ArtsATL Staff

Arnika Dawkins has been named the 2020 Focus Awards Rising Star by the... The post Arts in brief: Arnika Dawkins is Rising Star; short films wanted; honors in theater, books appeared first …

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 10:33PM

Books Open Doors To New Worlds…And Maybe Some Arts Orgs by Joe Patti

If you are pondering how to create new “entries” for participation with your organization for a broader, more diverse audience, survey results summarized in a Hyperallergic article might…

SOURCE: insidethearts.com at 10:32PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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The Bessies announce 2020 nominees by Admin

The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City’s premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, has announced the nominees for the 2019–20 season…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 09:15PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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'Half-Church, Half-Gymnasium': A Virtual Playreading Group Gives Purpose to Out of Work Actors

by Edward Guthmann When the coronavirus lockdown began in March, Bay Area actors were abruptly out of work. ?It was like a theatrical [disaster],? says veteran actor James…

SOURCE: Theatre Bay Area at 08:36PM

Woolly Mammoth’s ‘JookJOYnt’ was a truly joyous journey by Kendall Mostafavi

Woolly Mammoth Theatre recently released their mixed media streaming production of The JookJOYnt, A Black in Space Powered by Makers Lab Experience. The video is a funky intergalactic collag…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:28PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Arts Centre Melbourne opens up by Sean McLoughlin

Arts Centre Melbourne will begin to open their facilities in the Southbank arts precinct with café Protagonist and Weekend Markets

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:09PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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5 EXTRAORDINARY SOVIET CLOWNS by Robert Shuman

(Valeria Paikova’s article appeared in Russia Beyond the Headlines, 11/16.)   Yuri Belinsky/Sputnik; Yevgeny Ivanov, Semyon Mishin-Morgenshtern/MAMM/MDF/russiainphoto.ru Just like any oth…

SOURCE: stagevoices.com at 06:47PM

The Public Theater Adds Romeo y Julieta Radio Play Starring Lupita Nyong’o, More to Digital Season by Dan Meyer

Other offerings include a visual EP from The HawtPlates and a Joe’s Pub concert series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:33PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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BalletX Beyond presents ‘Saudade,’ ‘The Cycles,’ and ‘New Heights’ by Camille Bacon-Smith

BalletX dances with the camera in three very short films that explore collaborations between choreographers, dancers, filmmakers, and the urban and natural landscapes of the city and its exu…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:50PM

Broadway Advocacy Coalition Names Inaugural Artivism Fellows by American Theatre Editors

The inaugural fellowship cohort consists of 10 Black women whose work addresses systemic racism and criminal justice reform.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:44PM

NGV Australia reopens premiering Destiny Deacon retrospective and more

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square reopened to the public yesterday with visitors experiencing the premiere retrospective exhibition DESTINY, showcasing the work of on…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:40PM

The Early Modern Cooking Show [Official Trailer] | STRATFEST@HOME by Stratford Festival

From the strawberries in Richard III to the funeral baked meats in Hamlet, food pops up in many of Shakespeare's plays. Stratford Festival Executive Chef Kendrick Prins is joined in the kitc…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:32PM

Giving Thanks: Leslie Odom Jr. & Nicolette Robinson on the Importance of Billy Porter and Aida by Caitlin Moynihan

On November 16, Broadway.com presented the Arthur Miller Foundation Honors, the annual event that shines a spotlight on the importance of arts education in the public school system. Hosted b…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:24PM

Review: Phoenix, English Touring Theatre by Matt Barton

Review: Phoenix, English Touring Theatre4.0Overall ScoreAs the country endures a second lockdown, Mike Bartlett’s audio drama revisits one of the biggest controversies of the first. His 17…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:24PM

Review: Hwaet!, New Vic Theatre and Hoard:Rediscovered by Liam Offord

Review: Hwaet!, New Vic Theatre and Hoard:Rediscovered 4.0Overall Score Hwaet!, the monologue from Tom Wells, is told from the perspective of Liz (Elizabeth Elvin) – a mother who is nervou…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:24PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Shoshana Bean's Virtual Apollo Theater Concert Will Feature Jeremy Jordan, Daniel J. Watts, Gavin Creel, More by Andrew Gans

The concert at the famed Harlem venue will be streamed worldwide in December.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:55PM

‘I Ain’t Marching Anymore: Dissenters, Deserters & Objectors to America’s Wars’ by Chris Lombardi by Elisa Shoenberger

'I Ain’t Marching Anymore' explores the long history of protests by US military members. Elisa Shoenberger reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 04:35PM

What Did Bob Fosse Do to Stephen Schwartz's Gift For Pippin Star John Rubinstein? by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth reveals secrets from the original Broadway production of Pippin—and finds out Michael J. Fox's real name during a Family Ties reunion.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:33PM

Broadway celebrates Thanksgiving with the 2020 Macy’s Parade by Deb Miller

For the first time in its nearly 100-year history, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, which launched in 1924, will be reimagined for our pandemic times by going virtual on both TV and onl…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:19PM

Lupita Nyong'o to Star in Bilingual Romeo y Julieta Audio Play for the Public Theater by Caitlin Moynihan

The Public Theater has announced a bilingual audio adaptation of Romeo y Julieta, starring Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o and Drama Desk Award winner Juan Castano as the star-crossed lovers. …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:04PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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The Metropolitan Opera Celebrates Thanksgiving With a Week of Family Drama by Ryan McPhee

The Nightly Met Streams series continues with Elektra, Lucia di Lammermoor, and more titles about clashing clans.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:59PM

Anne of Green Gables Album Launch Event by Goodspeed Musicals

Premieres Tuesday, November 24 at 7pm To celebrate the release of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES - A CONCEPT ALBUM RECORDING, we're hosting an exclusive album launch event on our website! Playbill's …

SOURCE: YouTube at 03:32PM

Tony Nominee Matthew López to Adapt Leading Men Novel, About Tennessee Williams, for the Screen by Ryan McPhee

The film is based on Christopher Castellani’s book, a fictional account of the playwright's years with his partner Frank Merlo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

Review: The Bus Stop, Traverse Theatre by Liam Offord

Review: The Bus Stop, Traverse Theatre3.0Overall ScoreThe Bus Stop centres around the story of Jack, a young wheelchair user who is the victim of a cruel disability hate crime. The fallout c…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:12PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Odds & Ends: Dear Evan Hansen and Come From Away Set for CBS Thanksgiving Day Special & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Dear Evan Hansen and Come From Away to Perform on CBS Thanksgiving Day Special Thanksgiving will have an extra boost of Bro…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:48PM

Dinner Is No Longer Served: Theater That Built Careers Is Gone by Sarah Bahr

The Westchester Broadway Theater was one of the last remaining professional dinner theaters in the country.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:48PM

Read the Reviews for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Starring Viola Davis by Dan Meyer

The Netflix movie adaptation of August Wilson’s play also stars the late Chadwick Boseman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:34PM

"Everybody Say Yeah-Yeah!" Thrilling Fela! Celebrates Its Opening Night Broadway Anniversary

Eleven years ago tonight, Broadway's Eugene O'Neill Theatre was celebrating the opening night of the thrilling, new, original Broadway musical with an Afrobeat score - Fela! sharing the stor…

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 02:34PM

REVIEW: Unfamiliar At Home, Online Streaming ✭✭✭✭ by Paul T Davies

By Paul T Davies Paul T Davies reviews Victor Esses and Yorgos Petrou in Unfamiliar At Home streaming online until 25 November 2020 This post REVIEW: Unfamiliar At Home, Online Streaming ✭…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 02:17PM

Exclusive: Watch Moulin Rouge! The Musical's The Lady Ms Discuss the 4 Bohemian Ideals by Andrew Gans

Go behind-the-scenes with the sexy quartet—Nini, Arabia, Baby Doll, and La Chocolat—in the final video of the documentary series spotlighting the triple threats who bring these character…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ ‘Come From Away’ to perform in CBS Thanksgiving telecast by Caitlin Huston

The casts of “Dear Evan Hansen” and “Come From Away” will perform as part of the CBS Thanksgiving Day telecast.  The CBS broadcast, which airs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nov. 26, will n…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 02:10PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Black Girl Joy by Christa Skiles

Five questions with playwright Phanésia Pharel The post Black Girl Joy appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

SOURCE: Dramatics Magazine at 01:58PM

Interview: Kelsey Short on playing Jane Eyre for Blackeyed Theatre by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Kelsey Short talks about playing the title role in Blackeyed Theatre’s production of Jane Eyre to be streamed online from 27 Nov 2020  This post Interview: Kelsey Short on …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 01:54PM

The Best of Broadway Past and Future. #Stageworthy News of the Week by New York Theater

Theaters have been bursting with announcements of future shows during a week that would normally be one of the busiest of the theater season.  Thanksgiving on Thursday may be reduced this y…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 01:50PM

The Inheritance Scribe Matthew Lopez to Write Screenplay About Tennessee Williams by Lindsey Sullivan

Matthew Lopez, who garnered a 2020 Tony nomination for The Inheritance and whose play The Legend of Georgia McBride is getting the Ryan Murphy/Netflix treatment, has another exciting proje…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:48PM

‘This Zoom Life’ could be the the best comedy web series since COVID by John Stoltenberg

These days, in lieu of live scripted comedy, I’ve learned to feel lucky whenever I find online theater that gets me LOLing all alone. To be honest, that happens rarely, and never all the w…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:45PM

Detroit Public Theatre Names Dominique Morisseau Exec Artistic Producer by American Theatre Editors

The Detroit native, a founding board member of the company, has joined the leadership team.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:19PM

THEATER FILM CABARET TALK

With new translations by noted Yiddish cultural historian, actor (the Coen Brothers’ A SERIOUS MAN, “Boardwalk Empire”), playwright, and translator Allen Lewis Rickman, the five-disc s…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 01:17PM

November 27 Stars in the House, Featuring Broadway Celebs and Their Pets, Will Benefit Humane Society of New York by Andrew Gans

Guests will include Sierra Boggess, Lilli Cooper, Andy Karl, Orfeh, Jose Llana, Jessie Mueller, Will Swenson, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:16PM

Call Answered: Edmund Bagnell Interview: Vocalist/Violinist, Christmas at Home, Well Strung by Adam Rothenberg

Edmund Bagnell is a vocalist/violinist known for being part of the hit string quartet Well Strung. Edmund has played for Hillary Clinton and worked with Tony Award winning stars such as Patt…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 01:06PM

Joe Allen Restaurant Announces Virtual Fundraiser With Ian McKellen, 42nd Street, Jennifer Saunders, and More

The West End eatery is raising funds with a raft of stagey names

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:03PM

A Weinstein Accuser, A Miramax Bidder, A Top Broadway Director And Hollywood’s Premier Songwriter Created The First #MeToo Musical – And Then Covi by Greg Evans

Despite what you may have read, The Right Girl is not a musical about Harvey Weinstein. Then again, having been created by one of the first women to speak out against the rapist, it’s not …

SOURCE: Deadline at 01:00PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Review: Howard University featured in Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Between the World and Me on HBO by Jonathan Mandell

About 15 minutes into the HBO film adaptation of “Between The World and Me,” Ta-Nehisi Coates best-selling 2015 book framed as a letter to his son about what it means to be Black in Amer…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:42PM

Renée Fleming, Lea Salonga and Tituss Burgess Headline Sing for Hope's Live Online Arts Experiences

Sing for Hope today announced the launch of its new holiday initiative of gifts that give back featuring unique and entertaining live online arts experiences performed by Broadway and opera …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:41PM

We'll Drink to That! Company's Greg Hildreth Likens 2020 to Riding a Mechanical Bull by Broadway.com

Living near the theater district during the Broadway shutdown, photographer and performer Matthew Stocke has been haunted walking past the empty palaces sitting in repose, waiting for the li…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:36PM

John Dehner: Storyboarder with a ‘Stache by Trav S.D.

John Dehner (1915-1992) had all the necessary ingredients for major stardom: extremely good looks, an award-winning voice, acting ability and humor. Yet he was normally cast as a supporting …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:32PM

Strike a pose and pour a Rioja: vogue master Jay Jay Revlon's sofa-dancing tips by Lyndsey Winship

The DJ and founder of the Let’s Have a Kiki ball is running the climactic bash of this year’s Dance Umbrella – and he’s bringing his cats ‘I want you to get out of this quarantine …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:32PM

Rachel Ann Go and Husband Martin Spies Are Expecting First Child

Broadway and West End veteran Rachelle Ann Go (Miss Saigon) and her husband, Martin Spies, have just announced that they are expecting a new member of the family.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:29PM

'The Inheritance' Playwright Matthew López Will Write Tennessee Williams Biopic

'The Inheritance' playwright Matthew López will reportedly pen the script for an upcoming biopic about the legendary American playwright Tennessee Williams.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:28PM

New theatrical coffee table book celebrates the Arts industry by Hira Desai

'Dear Audience', a new theatrical coffee table book filled with over 140 pages, showcases the Arts industry including exclusive images and letters from stage stars. The post New theatrical c…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 12:10PM

Magic Goes Wrong to be swapped with Mischief Movie Night this Christmas at the Vaudeville Theatre

Let's get this corn a-poppin'! Mischief Theatre Company has decided to reshuffle its shows for the holidays this year. Magic Goes Wrong, which was due to open at the Vaudeville Theatre on…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:00PM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Patricia Beatty, co-founder of Toronto Dance Theatre, remembered as “a giant in Canadian dance, a true pioneer” by Michael Crabb - Special To The Star

Beatty’s dance school has evolved to become one of Canada’s leading; her teaching has “impacted on thousands.” She has died age 84

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:57AM

Local TikToker Upset Nobody Adding to Their “Cars 3 DVD Commentary" Musical by Broadway Beat

by Zach Raffio. @zachraffio. Evanston, ILL. - Local TikToker Janey Turneps, aka @musicalturnups12, expressed her disappointment this week...

SOURCE: www.thebroadwaybeat.com at 11:53AM

Look Back at Fela! on Broadway With Sahr Ngaujah, Lillias White, and More by Marc J. Franklin

The musical, produced by Jay-Z, Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, and more, opened at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre November 23, 2009.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM

Elizabeth Stanley, Javier Muñoz, More Tapped for You're a Green One, Mr. Finch Concert by Dan Meyer

The Broadway Green Alliance fundraiser also features the company of Broadway Princess Party and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Between The World And Me on HBO: This is Us by New York Theater

About 15 minutes into the HBO film adaptation of “Between the World and Me”, Ta-Nehisi Coates best-selling 2015 book framed as a letter to his son about what it means to be Black in Amer…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 11:28AM

Boston and Birmingham orchestras seek a wider audience through streaming

Programmes from the two cities’ orchestras presented high-quality music and more besides

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:25AM

15 Throwback Videos to Celebrate the Rent Film Adaptation's 15th Anniversary

Today marks 15 years of measuring life in love with the #RENT film adaptation! We're looking back at interviews, performances, and clips from the movie to celebrate.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:22AM

Hollywood News: Hollywood Producer and Screenwriter Robert Warner Garland Dies at Age 83 by David Roberts

Born on May 1, 1937 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Bennett and Esther Garland nee Tumin, Mr. Garland attended St. John’s College in Annapolis, Maryland. Mr. Garland’s first job in tel…

SOURCE: Theatre Reviews Limited at 11:08AM

NATE: A ONE MAN SHOW From Natalie Palamides Premieres Dec. 1 on Netflix

Natalie Palamides: Nate - A One Man Show will premiere globally on Netflix December 1, 2020.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:08AM

Theatres within Tier 1 and Tier 2 areas to reopen and those within Tier 3 to remain closed by Hira Desai

Prime Minister, Boris Johnson today announced the new restrictions under the new three-tier system that will be imposed as of 2nd December. Theatres within Tier 1 and Tier 2 areas can reopen…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 11:07AM

Broadway Advocacy Coalition Names Inaugural Class for BAC Artivism Fellowship by Andrew Gans

The group of 10 Black womxn will be provided financial support, mentorship, networking opportunities, and education workshops.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Livestreaming Safe Havens Global Stream 2020

By . Safe Havens conference organized from Malmö, Sweden features international resource-givers and policy makers in fields pertinent to freedom of artistic expression and the protection an…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:59AM

#MeaningfulMonday - Meet Maryn with The Thespian Relief Fund

It's #MeaningfulMonday! Learn about what Maryn is doing to help out The Thespian Relief Fund!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:59AM

VIDEO: Michael Ball & Alfie Boe Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Tuesday at 1pm!

Tune in right here Tuesday, November 24 (1pm ET) as he chats with Broadway and West End superstars Michael Ball and Alfie Boe, who just released a new album ‘Together at Christmas,’ ava…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56AM

#LightsOn tells Philly leaders that our arts scene won’t survive without economic relief by Alaina Johns

Another COVID lockdown grips Philadelphia through the end of the year. Many arts organizations were already on a precipice. BSR seconds a campaign from the Philadelphia Cultural Alliance and…

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 10:53AM

Review: Vineyard's Lessons in Survival Is An Expert Theatrical History Lesson

A group of veteran stage actors channel historic conversations with famous Black thinkers in this new series.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:42AM

Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine and Special Guest, Tony nominee Joaquina Kalukango

Today's episode features beloved Broadway beltress Eden Espinosa, who is most recognized for her critically acclaimed portrayal of Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway and in Los Angeles and San F…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:40AM

Christopher Rice Announces Two Christmas Specials Featuring Jessica Vosk, Ali Ewoldt, Jelani Remy and More

Broadway actor Christopher Rice (Hamilton- Philip Tour, Book of Mormon, Pretty Woman) is bringing his viral #Tappy tap-dance videos, which have received over 13 million hits on Youtube, to l…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:37AM

16 Shows Streaming on BroadwayWorld Events This Week!

BroadwayWorld Events is bringing you incredible talent right into your home!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Host I Miss The Music—Broadway Salutes the Erie Playhouse, Featuring Over 40 Broadway Artists by Andrew Gans

Set to participate are Tony winners Betty Buckley, Judy Kaye, Beth Leavel, Alice Ripley, and many more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:29AM

Ahead of Sydney Opening, Australia’s Frozen Eases Social Distancing Measures by Dan Meyer

The capacity limit at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre has been increased to 85 percent.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22AM

Old Vic Will Rebroadcast Lungs, Three Kings, Faith Healer as Part of In Camera: Playback Series by Andrew Gans

The Zoom offerings, featuring Andrew Scott, Claire Foy, and more, were originally presented as part of the Old Vic: In Camera series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Inaugural Class of Fellows Announced for Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Artivism Fellowship

The Broadway Advocacy Coalition has announced the inaugural class of fellows selected to participate in the BAC Artivism Fellowship, created to support artist-activists using their tools t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

‘A richly resonant set of stories’: THE BARREN AUTHOR – Spiteful Puppet (Online review) by John Chapman

The character of Baron Munchausen has a long and illustrious history (he first appeared in 1785) but is probably best known in this country via Terry Gilliam’s 1988 film. Some of the spiri…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Duncan Sheik Covers Radiohead & More Live for New Album Out December 4th

He's a Grammy winner and a two time 2007 Tony Award winner for his magical score to Spring Awakening. Now singer/songwriter/composer Duncan Sheik is set to release his first live album Live …

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:00AM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Sierra Boggess, Andy Karl, Jesse Mueller and More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Benefit for Humane Society of New York

STARS IN THE HOUSE will feature Sierra Boggess, Lilli Cooper, Darius de Haas, Andy Karl, JoseLlana, Jesse Mueller, Orfeh, Paige Price, Kate Rockwell, Doug Sills and Will Swenson, performing …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:59AM

Magic Goes Wrong’s return to the West End postponed until October 2021 by Hira Desai

Mischief Theatre today announced that Magic Goes Wrong's return to the West End will be postponed until October 2021. The post Magic Goes Wrong’s return to the West End postponed until Oct…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 09:56AM

NEWS: Mischief Movie Night will replace Magic Goes Wrong at the Vaudeville for a limited festive season by Press Releases

The producers of Magic Goes Wrong have announces that they have decided to put back reopening until October 2021 when they hope to re-start at the Vaudeville Theatre without social distancin…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:55AM

VIDEO: Watch Alysha Umphress, Todd Buonopane & More on Jim Caruso's Pajama Cast Party- Live at 8pm!

Join the party tonight (8pm) with special guests: Alysha Umphress, Todd Buonopane, Mateo Mancuso, Libby Whittemore, and Chaz Langley.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:55AM

Story Pirates' SLEEP SQUAD Starring Lilli Cooper Launches Today

Today, The Story Pirates and Tony Award-winning producer Eva Price are launching SLEEP SQUAD, a family-friendly, interactive, virtual audio-visual theater experience which turns the viewer'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:53AM

Virtual Theatre Today: Monday, November 23- with Adam Pascal, Misty Copeland, and More!

Today (November 23) in live streaming: Adam Pascal sings with Seth Rudetsky, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and so much more!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:49AM

GRACE NOTES: Monday, November 23, 2020 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:46AM

Monday, November 23 by Playbill

West Side Story star Shereen Pimentel joins Coach Joe Rosko of Built for the Stage for Playbill's Motivation Monday November 23 to discuss fitness, singing and dancing, and life during the p…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:36AM

YELLOW ROSE, Starring Eva Noblezada & Lea Salonga, Available Digitally Dec. 22

'Yellow Rose,' starring Eva Noblezada and Lea Salonga, will be available to own digitally December 22nd! You can buy it on DVD and Blu-Ray January 5th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:32AM

Watch West Side Story Star Shereen Pimentel Join Built for the Stage for Motivation Monday November 23 by Playbill Staff

Coach Joe Rosko hosts the weekly interview and fitness series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:27AM

Greatspeed: Emmet Otter by Goodspeed Musicals

Please consider donating to Goodspeed's Footlights Fund: https://www.goodspeed.org/donate-today Our beloved friends from Frogtown Hollow return in the next episode of Greatspeed! Actor and …

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:18AM

2020 AUDELCO Nominations Announced

The 48th Annual Vivian Robinson AUDELCO Awards will occur virtually on Monday, November 30, 2020 at 7pm and will be hosted by Roger Guenveur Smith, the AUDELCO award winning actor, best know…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:13AM

A Proper Post on Harpo by Trav S.D.

Having long since done dedicated posts on his brothers, you may think it odd that I have not yet written one here on Harpo Marx (Adolph Marx, 1888-1964). It’s not an intentional lapse. It�…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:06AM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Black Theatre Needs More Than Just Different Playwrights by Artsjournal2

The form must also meet the content, say critics and scholars. They discuss “an under-theorized element of the discussion on Black theatre: its form. Oftentimes, Black theatre is relegated…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:45AM

‘Extreme Combat: The Dancer and The Fighter’: An Akram Khan film by Admin

November 13, 2020.Available to watch on All4. Extreme Combat: The Dancer and The Fighter documents Akram Khan’s foray into a field that dancers rarely venture — fighting. Sure, we may i…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 08:44AM

Review: Looking For Fireflies, Pitlochry Festival Theatre by Anna Perry

Review: Looking For Fireflies, Pitlochry Festival Theatre4.0Overall ScoreIn a world currently shadowed with grief in various shapes and forms, finding the ways and words to express the ongoi…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:36AM

West End stars to perform in charity streamed show A West End Christmas by Hira Desai

A West End Christmas will premiere online at 7.30pm on Thursday 10 December and will feature Marisha Wallace, Tom Allen and many more West End stars. The post West End stars to perform in ch…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 08:33AM

In Italy, theater reopens in town devastated by COVID by Colleen Barry

MILAN (AP) — In a signal of rebirth, the Donizetti theater in the northern Italian city of Bergamo, devastated by the coronavirus pandemic, reopened this weekend after three years of renov…

SOURCE: www.seattletimes.com at 08:32AM

BWW TV: Go Inside Rehearsals with the Australian Cast of FROZEN!

Rehearsals for Frozen in Australia are officially underway! Performances of Frozen begin December 1 at the Capitol Theatre prior to a December 10 opening. 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:21AM

Australian FROZEN Granted Permission to Play Audiences at 85% Capacity

The  Australian premiere of Disney's Frozen, which was previous set to begin performances in Sydney in July, now begins performance in December, and when it does, will play bigger audience…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:09AM

Gilead Storytellers: Playwright Donja R. Love Wants Everyone to Know They’re Not Alone—and How Art Can Heal Us All by Dan Meyer

This installment also features a performance by fellow gay, Black, and HIV-positive artist Jamar Rogers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM

Playbill's Weekly Streaming Guide: What to Watch November 23–27 by Dan Meyer

Watch Larry Owens and Wayne Brady perform works by Roger Q. Mason, listen to Anne of Green Gables, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:00AM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Monday, November 23, 2020 by Matt Tamanini

Reviews for Netflix’s “Ma Rainey,” Stars Join New Group Shows, Laura Benanti’s Sultry Music Video “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top t…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 07:55AM

1990s Broadway Musical Logos Madness - The Championship by JK

You know we are obsessed with show logos and window cards! We just LOVE them. Now, it's time to find out your top logo for the closing ten seasons of the 20th century. We started with a fi…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:54AM

Roy Williams: “What the hell does ‘British’ mean?” by Lindsey Huebner

Before lockdown 2.0, Lindsey Huebner caught up with Roy Williams to discuss Death of England: Delroy, the concept of “Britishness”, and the potential for more plays in the Death of Engla…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:32AM

Review: The Leak, Mother Pictures by Ryan Van Champion

Review: The Leak, Mother Pictures4.0Overall ScoreThroughout the global outbreak of COVID-19, and the ensuing lockdown, friends and families everywhere were forced to reinvent the way in whic…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:32AM

Review: Falling Stars, Union Theatre by Ryan Van Champion

Review: Falling Stars, Union Theatre 2.0Overall Score As the era of Music Hall began to fade away in the early twentieth century, a new breed of Musical Theatre composition began to develop,…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:32AM

NEWS: Old Vic’s In Camera: Playback series gives audiences the chance to revisit past streamed productions by Press Releases

The Old Vic has announced In Camera: Playback, a limited series offering people the chance to revisit the first three live streamed Old Vic: In Camera productions.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:31AM

Home fires by Terry Teachout

I miss Hilary and, I expect, always will. I gather that’s what happens when you lose a partner in the heartbreakingly unexpected way I did. Just the other day I muttered to myself, “Darl…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:04AM

Loosening a headlock by Terry Teachout

I’ve written a “Sightings” column for today’s Wall Street Journal about the reason why so few regional theater companies are webcasting their shows. Here’s an excerpt. *  *  …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:03AM

Cynthia Erivo, Amber Riley, and More Will Lead MCC Theater Benefit Performance of SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY

MCC Theater has announced today that they will present a benefit performance of the Lucille Lortel and Drama Desk Award winning play School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play written by …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:01AM

Just because: Snoopy and Woodstock eat Thanksgiving dinner by Terry Teachout

A scene from A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving: (This is the latest in a series of arts- and history-related videos that appear in this space each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) Continue readin…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:01AM

Almanac: Ambrose Bierce on gratitude by Terry Teachout

“When prosperous the fool trembles for the evil that is to come; in adversity the philosopher smiles for the good that he has had.” Ambrose Bierce, Epigrams Continue reading Alm…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Cynthia Erivo, Amber Riley, More Will Star in MCC Theater's Benefit Stream of School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play by Andrew Gans

Kamilah Forbes will direct Jocelyn Bioh's Lucille Lortel Award-winning play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:59AM

RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne to host a Christmas show at the Apollo Theatre

The Vivienne, best known for being the first-ever UK ambassador to RuPaul's Drag Race and the first winner of the UK series, is up to snow good this Christmas. The popular British drag que…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 06:30AM

Review: The Poltergeist, The Southwark Playhouse by George Collins

Review: The Poltergeist, The Southwark Playhouse4.0Overall ScoreWhile his writing of The Poltergeist is nowhere near as unhinged as Tender Napalm, Philip Ridley brings us an enthralling new …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:24AM

‘Pulled me in & out from what was unfolding on screen’: THE HUNGER ARTIST – CVIV Arts (Online review) by Louise Penn

An “absurdist adaptation of Kafka” by CVIV Arts, The Hunger Artist opens with three people brightly lit on a stage with wooden flooring. A chalk board detailing “warder” and “day�…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM

How theaters reopened in South Korea and London by Caitlin Huston

In early July, while most theaters in the U.S. remained shuttered, director Sammi Cannold traveled to South Korea and found musicals operating at full capacity.  She spent two-and-a-half mo…

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Monday, November 23, 2020 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Tall Stories to live-stream The Gruffalo stage production this December by Hira Desai

Tall Stories are proud to present a special live-streamed version of their much-loved stage adaptation of ‘The Gruffalo’ from 11-13 December 2020. Read more. The post Tall Stories to li…

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Monday, November 23, 2020 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Todd MacDonald

Who is Todd MacDonald? I’m an actor, artist, programmer and director and about to finish my sixth (and final year) as the CEO and Artistic Director of La Boite Theatre company in Kelvin Gr…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:30AM

Welcome to Weimar Kunstfest by Verity Healey

By verity healey. verity healey recaps the multidisciplinary arts festival Kunstfest, which took place in Weimar, Germany in late August and early September this year and tackled

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Monday, November 23, 2020 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Fair Play: power games in the changing room of a women's football team by Tamsin Oglesby

Our series of extracts from unstaged scripts continues with Tamsin Oglesby’s play about whether a squad – all women and run by women – can win in a different way This is not a play ab…

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If you've started looking for musical material for the holiday season' by Fred Landau

For the Rockefeller Center "scrawny Christmas tree" controversy.  Is it really worse than any earlier trees before they were decorated, or is it just hitting us as sad because it's 2020. …

SOURCE: Music and Comedy at 01:36AM
Monday, November 23, 2020 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Come From Away announces Brisbane Season

Producers Rodney Rigby and Junkyard Dog Productions have announced that the worldwide smash hit, Tony and Olivier award-winning musical, Come From Away, will open at QPAC’s Lyric Theatre f…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:36AM

Friday on My Mind — how The Easybeats helped dispel Australia’s ‘cultural cringe’

The group’s 1966 hit established a distinctive sound and attitude

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Has TV finally captured the reality of the City in BBC series Industry?

Creators Mickey Down and Konrad Kay reveal how their own experiences informed the show, from anxiety to sex and hangovers

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Donald Lee, Jillian Hollis, and Meredith Fages of Heidi Latsky Dance on Accessibility, Beauty, and Disability by The Dance Enthusiast

Donald Lee, Jillian Hollis and Meredith Fages of Heidi Latsky Dance on Accessibility, Beauty and Disability

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The NY Dance and Performance Awards, a.k.a. The Bessies, Announce the Nominees for the 2019–20 Season by The Dance Enthusiast

The NY Dance and Performance Awards, aka The Bessies, Announce the Nominees for the 2019–20 Season

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