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Student Blog: Tips and Tricks: How to be Organized and Efficient Photo Student Blog: Tips and Tricks: How to be Organized and Efficient
by Student Blogger: Vita Augugliaro - April 01, 2024

Transitioning from Highschool to College is more difficult than it seems as the process of the whole thing is two entirely different scenarios. This means that managing courses and theater hand in hand have to change based on what you do. For me, I am a Musical Theatre major. Although this can actua...
Student Blog: Balancing Work and Life in the Theatre Photo Student Blog: Balancing Work and Life in the Theatre
by Student Blogger: Grace Johnson - April 08, 2024

Burnout is no joke.  I can list all these tips that I do, but the truth of it all is that I am prone to burnout, and spreading myself too thin....
Student Blog: Your Audition Survival Guide Photo Student Blog: Your Audition Survival Guide
by Student Blogger: Brynna Weir - April 01, 2024

If you’re like me, you always want to put your best foot forward. This is difficult to accomplish when you don’t know where to start. For every article or TikTok that makes sense, there is another one to contradict it. With the help of some industry pros, I have perfected how to survive an audition ...
What Do You Mean I Won't Book Every Project I Audition For? Photo What Do You Mean I Won't Book Every Project I Audition For?
by Spencer Glass - April 11, 2024

Spencer Glass, career coach for actors and actor himself, dives deep into the reality of booking jobs, and coming to terms with the fact that actors can't be a fit for everyone and every piece. ...
Previews: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Dazzles at Straz Center Photo Previews: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Dazzles at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - April 03, 2024

Directed by Jerry Zaks with music supervision, arrangements, and orchestration by Ethan Popp, we watched in awe as Daniel, an out-of-work man-child actor, magically transforms into the lovable Mrs. Doubtfire, a spry geriatric Scottish woman with some help from two friends. He does this to be hired b...
Student Blog: Two Tips for a Totally Awesome College Experience Photo Student Blog: Two Tips for a Totally Awesome College Experience
by Student Blogger: Carissa Ferguson - April 01, 2024

From my perspective, there is one crucial way to stay afloat in college - organization and planning. It took me a while to get to where I am today, but as a second semester senior, I feel confident that I can navigate whatever chaos gets thrown my way. Using trial and error, I was able to find a few...
Video: Jim Parsons Talks Playing a 14-Year Old in MOTHER PLAY on THE TONIGHT SHOW WIT Photo Video: Jim Parsons Talks Playing a 14-Year Old in MOTHER PLAY on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Josh Sharpe - April 09, 2024

On Monday night, Jim Parsons appeared on The Tonight Show to talk about his role as Carl in Paula Vogel's Mother Play. Specifically, he discussed his approach to playing a 'floppy' 14-year old who lounges all over the furniture. Mother Play began previews April 3 and will officially open on April 25...
Why So Many New Broadway Shows? The 2024 Spring Season By the Numbers Photo Why So Many New Broadway Shows? The 2024 Spring Season By the Numbers
by Nicole Rosky - April 12, 2024

If you've been following this Broadway season and have been getting a sneaking suspicion that the spring calendar (see below) is looking a little bit crazy, you're not wrong... Between January 1 and the end of this Broadway season, 21 new plays and musicals will have opened on Broadway. Let's review...
Video: Lawrence Rothman Debuts New Song 'Dreams Die Hard' From Upcoming Album Photo Video: Lawrence Rothman Debuts New Song 'Dreams Die Hard' From Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - April 10, 2024

Acclaimed songwriter, musician and producer Lawrence Rothman’s new song, “Dreams Die Hard,” just debuted in addition to the official music video, directed by renowned director Floria Sigismondi. Dreams Die Hard is the latest track unveiled from Rothman’s anticipated new album, The Plow That Broke th...
Review: ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD at Court Theatre Photo Review: ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD at Court Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - April 09, 2024

Charles Newell's final project as Court Theatre's artistic director offers audiences a hilarious exploration of what makes us human as well as a stunning reminder of his keen dramaturgical instincts. The production has already been extended through April 28 due to critical acclaim and popular demand...
2024 Fertile Ground Festival Starts Today! Photo 2024 Fertile Ground Festival Starts Today!
by Krista Garver - April 12, 2024

Get ready for 11 days of theatrical discovery!...
Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal Photo Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal
by Joshua Wright - April 05, 2024

BroadwayWorld has learned that J. Antonio Rogriguez, who was playing Orpheus on the Hadestown tour before having to step away from the production following the expiration of his DACA renewal, will now be able to return to the production....
Student Blog: My Most Frequently Used Apps (Tools That Guide Me Through School) Photo Student Blog: My Most Frequently Used Apps (Tools That Guide Me Through School)
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - April 01, 2024

For all your time management and organizational needs, I've made a list of 10 apps on my phone that have helped me to coordinate my plans and handle my course load, responsibilities, to-do lists, etc. during my first year of college. Without the following apps, which I've used more in my fall and sp...
SeeYouSpaceCowboy Drops New Single 'Red Wine And Discontent' Photo SeeYouSpaceCowboy Drops New Single 'Red Wine And Discontent'
by Josh Sharpe - April 08, 2024

Post hardcore band SeeYouSpaceCowboy have pulled back the curtains on another single from their highly anticipated new album Coup De Grâce. “Red Wine And Discontent” boasts a masterful balance of frantic melodies and guttural screams. Stream the track here! ...
BWW Q&A: Ellen McLaughlin on AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Photo BWW Q&A: Ellen McLaughlin on AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Joshua Wright - April 02, 2024

Finishing out The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ 2023/24 Season is the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning powerhouse drama, August: Osage County by acclaimed contemporary playwright Tracy Letts. ...
BWW Q&A: Craig Francis on JUNGLE BOOK at Brampton On Stage/The Rose Brampton Photo BWW Q&A: Craig Francis on JUNGLE BOOK at Brampton On Stage/The Rose Brampton
by Joshua Wright - April 03, 2024

A dazzlingly original stage adaptation of the works of Rudyard Kipling, classic stories are reimagined through modern eyes bringing beloved characters to life. Immersive video, shadow-play, and original music will transport you from the urban jungle to Mowgli’s childhood in the jungles of India. ...
Interview: Theatre Life with Peter Anastos Photo Interview: Theatre Life with Peter Anastos
by Elliot Lanes - April 02, 2024

Today’s subject Peter Anastos has been living his theatre life as one of the co-Founders of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo. The all- male dance troupe has been parodying the classics of ballet for 50 years now. You can see the company in action for three performances only from April fourth th...
Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE Photo Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE
by Elliot Lanes - April 05, 2024

Today’s subjects Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz are currently living their theatre lives as the creative team for the DC premeire of Signature Theatre’s latest piece of musical greatness Penelope. The Greek myth inspired solo performer musical runs through April 28th in Signature’s AR...
Review: American Stage's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST IN THE PARK at Demens Landing Photo Review: American Stage's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST IN THE PARK at Demens Landing
by Peter Nason - April 07, 2024

It's a perfect fit for the American Stage in the Park experience!...
Gorgon City's Fifth Studio Album 'Reverie' Set To Be Released This Summer Photo Gorgon City's Fifth Studio Album 'Reverie' Set To Be Released This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

After a world-conquering 2023, UK electronic duo Gorgon City will continue their next chapter by announcing their fifth studio album Reverie which is set for release on July 19 via their very own REALM Records & Astralwerks....
Suanna Lynn Releases New Single 'Call Me Right' Photo Suanna Lynn Releases New Single 'Call Me Right'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2024

Discover Suanna Lynn's empowering new anthem, 'Call Me Right'. ...
Rialto Chatter: Will OH, MARY! and JOB Transfer to Broadway? Photo Rialto Chatter: Will OH, MARY! and JOB Transfer to Broadway?
by Stephi Wild - April 11, 2024

As the final shows are beginning to open for this Broadway season, two shows that took the stage off-Broadway this year may be eyeing a Broadway bow next....
Review: THE BODYGUARD THE MUSICAL at Umeda Art Theater Photo Review: THE BODYGUARD THE MUSICAL at Umeda Art Theater
by Ayaka Ozaki - April 09, 2024

THE BODYGUARD THE MUSICAL : The worldwide smash hit film 'THE BODYGUARD,' starring Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston, is brought to the stage. May J., who participated in NHK's “Kohaku Uta Gassen(紅白歌合戦)”, portrays the singer Rachel, a role originally played by Whitney in the movie, alongside Seiko N...
Interview: WALT ZIPPRIAN of CLEANSED at CATASTROPHIC THEATRE Photo Interview: WALT ZIPPRIAN of CLEANSED at CATASTROPHIC THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - April 06, 2024

What drew me to the show was what drew me to the work that Catastrophic Theatre does in general. They do work that nobody else does. Work that's largely unexplored in our region, or in our country, or whatever. I'm drawn to that kind of stuff, and Sarah Kane has a unique view of love and human relat...
Words From The Wings: Nathan Lucrezio of THE WHO'S TOMMY Talks Favorite Backstage Mom Photo Words From The Wings: Nathan Lucrezio of THE WHO'S TOMMY Talks Favorite Backstage Moments & More!
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2024

As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Nathan Lucrezio, who is currently appearing in The Who's Tommy. Nathan told us all about his backstage routines, favorite moments, and more!...




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