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TRU Announces Community Gathering via Zoom on The Dramatists Guild Digital Rights Agreement
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
Theater Resources Unlimited hosts weekly Community Gatherings every Friday at 4:30pm via Zoom, to explore the creation of art and theater in the time of COVID-19. Ask questions, bring answers, be part of a community - it's an opportunity to network with theater professionals and talk about keeping theater alive during these challenging times. 
Guests Announced For Episode 31 Of 4Wall Sunday Roundtable
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
Episode 31 of 4Wall Entertainment's Sunday Roundtable features Production Managers, Technical Supervisors, and Producing Directors from Broadway, Lincoln Center, Disney, and Regional Theatre.
AGMA President Pens Letter To Biden Administration: The Arts Need Funding Now
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
Ray Menard, President of the American Guild of Musical Theatre has penned an urgent letter to the Biden administration, calling for swift financial relief to the arts sector.
TRU Announces Submissions are Open for a New Spring Term of Producer Development & Mentorship Program
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
Theater Resources Unlimited has announced a second term of the Producer Development & Mentorship Program. Previously a once-a-year opportunity for aspiring producers to hone their skills, TRU has compressed the 9-10 class course, reformatted it to be virtual during COVD, as is now open for submissions for a Spring session due to popular demand.
Ali Stroker to be A Keynote Speaker At The 2021 SETC Virtual Convention In March
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
Ali Stroker, winner of the 2019 Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Featured Actress in a Musical, will share her passion for theatre with SETC members in a keynote during the 2021 SETC Virtual Convention.
Theater Resources Unlimited Announces Submissions Open For Spring Term Of Producer Development & Mentorship Program
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
Theater Resources Unlimited has announced a second term of the Producer Development & Mentorship Program. Previously a once-a-year opportunity for aspiring producers to hone their skills, TRU has compressed the 9-10 class course, reformatted it to be virtual during COVD, as is now open for submissions for a Spring session due to popular demand.
BWW Exclusive: Kristin's Korner with Special Guest VP Boyle
by Nicole Rosky - January 21, 2021
In Kristin's Korner, join Kristin Huffman (Broadway: “Company” as Sarah- flute, sax and piccolo) as she interviews directors, teachers, real estate agents, casting directors, producers, tax consultants, lawyers, actors, and more professionals who will discuss Changes and Challenges in the entertainment business. Today's episode features: VP Boyle- the Creator of the Musical Theatre Forum (running over 20 years) and MaxTheatrix Professional MT Workshops.
The Future Is Present: A Casting the Vote Project Announced
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
The Future Is Present: A Casting the Vote Project, was launched by artists Charlotte Brathwaite, Justin Hicks, Janani Balasubramanian, Sunder Ganglani, June Cross, and Alyssa Simmons in late 2020. The project moves into its next phase following yesterday's inauguration. 
Getting the Most Out of Your Theatre's Marketing Budget
by Alex Freeman - January 21, 2021
You’ve got your marketing budget set, but how do you make sure that you get the maximum value out of those precious dollars? If you’re a non-profit, you want to make sure that you are being a good steward of resources on behalf of your donors. If you’re a for-profit, then you want to make sure that you’re protecting your bottom line.
TADA! Announces Online Song & Dance Series and Broadway Workshops
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2021
Families may register now for TADA! Youth Theater's new online Winter Education Classes, designed for ages 4 to 18.
MY FAVORITE FLOP Discusses TABOO
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2021
'Talk amongst yourselves' as hosts Bobby Traversa and Kristina Miller-Weston discuss 2003's Taboo on episode two of new Broadway podcast MY FAVORITE FLOP!
Five New Members of National New Play Network Board of Directors Announced
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2021
NNPN has announced the election of Sonia Fernandez, Aimée Hayes, Kim Heil,  Lavina Jadhwani, and Olivia Lilley  to NNPN's Board of Directors. With their addition, NNPN's Board is now comprised of 20 individuals, 55% of whom identify as people of color; 80% use she/her pronouns.
Guests Announced for Episode 30 of 4Wall Sunday Roundtable
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2021
Episode 30 of 4Wall Entertainment's Sunday Roundtable features some of the top designers and design educators in the country. 
Bash Doran, Larissa FastHorse, Robert O'Hara, and Alan Poul Join Playwrights Horizons Board
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2021
Playwrights Horizons today announced that four wide-ranging and award-winning artists have joined its Board of Directors: Bash Doran, Larissa FastHorse, Robert O’Hara, and Alan Poul.
Theatre and Production Marketing: What should my budget be?
by Alex Freeman - January 14, 2021
Building - and justifying - a marketing budget that is the correct size for what you're trying to achieve is always a difficult task. But if most business professionals were to look at your marketing budget, they'd come to one conclusion: it is way too small.
Actors Pro Expo Presents Virtual Events Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
Actors Pro Expo was set up by actors for actors to help and encourage them in all areas of their life as a professional. We run trade shows throughout the year in the U.K. and USA to help creatives develop and sustain their career and to create new opportunities for themselves.
TA(L)KING DIRECTION: The Drama League Podcast Announces Season 2
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
The Drama League announced today Season 2 of its digital series, TA(L)KING DIRECTION: The Drama League Podcast. Season two will explore the changing state of the theatre industry and its early steps towards re-emergence in 2021, with an all-star lineup of directors, producers, and artists.
BroadwayHD Celebrates Tom Kinney's Third Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
2020 was a challenging year for the live theater industry, with productions being shut down, but BroadwayHD has been ahead of the game for years by championing the idea of live theater digital captures.Tom Kinney, Vice President of Operations for BroadwayHD, is a cable television veteran having worked over 30 years with Time Warner, serving  as a Division President for over twenty years. Kinney’s extensive experience and management style provided calm in the chaos of the pandemic.   
Senator Schumer Delivers On Critical Relief With The Save Our Stages Act Becoming Law
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
New York Independent Venue Association (NYIVA) celebrates the bipartisan Save Our Stages Act becoming law  as part of the COVID-19 relief bill.  
The Hermitage Artist Retreat Announces Aleshea Harris as the Winner of the 2021 Hermitage Greenfield Prize
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2021
The Hermitage Artist Retreat in collaboration with the Greenfield Foundation, has selected OBIE-winning playwright Aleshea Harris as the winner of the 2021 Hermitage Greenfield Prize, given this year in the artistic discipline of theater.
Chita Rivera, Andréa Burns, David Henry Hwang and More Feature in New Inclusive Education Series
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2021
Digital Theatre+ has brought together some of Broadway's leading talent for Musical Matters, a 5-episode conversation series exploring inclusivity and representation in musical theatre. Hosted by actor, writer, and advocate for inclusion Christine Toy Johnson, each episode of the series focuses on the lived experiences of the featured artists.
Borderless Theatre Company Announces Debut Season Of Radio Plays
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2021
Borderless Theatre Company, a new global theatre ensemble showcasing fresh new plays in audio podcast format, announces their inaugural season of Radio Plays.
Leg Up on Life Relaunches with New Scholarship and Artist Grant Programs
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2021
Leg Up On Life has just announced its 2021 relaunch.  An organization that started off as a one-day class event in 2017 that focused on bolstering inclusion within the arts has, after four years flourished into a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
The Princess Grace Foundation Now Accepting Applications for the 2021 Princess Grace Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2021
The Princess Grace Foundation-USA's 2021 Princess Grace Award applications are now available. Cash grants are offered to artists in theater, dance and film, and the APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 15, 2021.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Regional Confidence Survey Results, Brexit and the Virus Put Double Pressure on Artists in the UK
by Alex Freeman - January 11, 2021
It's been a week of ups and downs across the global theatre industry, but regional theatres are confident, the West End is reeling, and Australian festivals are starting to open.

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