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Producer Hub Launches THE BRIDGES FELLOWSHIP for African Producers
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2025
PRODUCER HUB is launching The Bridges Fellowship and the inaugural cohort of producing fellows. Learn more and see how to apply to join the Fellowship here.
Caesars Palace Times Square and Wendell Pierce Partner To Support New York's Historic Theatres Of Color
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2025
Caesars Palace Times Square, in partnership with award-winning actor and producer Wendell Pierce, announced a $10 million investment to launch and sustain the New York Coalition of Legacy Theatres of Color Fund.
Jacob Cooper Launches Theatre Design Shop, Eleven O’Clock Studio
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2025
Eleven O’Clock Studio has officially opened its doors as Broadway’s new destination for world-class creative, branding, and key art. Founded by designer Jacob Cooper, the studio brings together deep theatrical experience with a bold, contemporary vision—delivering campaigns that are striking, smart, and undeniably original. 
ILP Theatrical Partners With the Literary Estate of Paddy Chayefsky
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
 The Theatrical division of International Literary Properties (ILP), the global company that invests in, acquires, and manages literary estates, has announced a strategic partnership with Simcha Productions, Inc. and Dan Chayefsky for the literary works of Paddy Chayefsky.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Chicago Looks to Replace Pulled NEA Funds, National Theatre Cuts Staff
by Alex Freeman - August 04, 2025
From a new study showing Gen Z’s growing impact on Broadway ticket sales to a casting controversy that has sparked conversations around representation, audiences and creators alike are redefining engagement. Meanwhile, institutions across the U.S. and U.K. confront critical operational issues—from artist housing and staffing changes to emergency funding and infrastructure upgrades. Alongside moments of investment and renewal, the community also mourns the tragic loss of a production manager at Jacob’s Pillow.
Cellist Anastasia Kobekina Records Bach’s Cello Suites for New Album
by Emmy Rice - August 03, 2025
An extraordinary two years for Anatasia Kobekina, who reaches a high point in September when Sony Classical releases the trailblazing cellist’s recording of Bach’s iconic Cello Suites on September 26, 2025.
Jessica Vosk Joins Concept EP Cast of New Original Musical FOXBRIER LANE
by Emmy Rice - August 03, 2025
The new original musical Foxbrier Lane by Brandon Nicholas Pfeltz and Aitan Shachar continues to build momentum with the exciting announcement that celebrated Broadway star Jessica Vosk will join the concept EP recording cast as Florence.
Audio Drama Podcast About Restoration Theatre THE PEEK WITH SAMUEL PEPYS Released
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2025
Loosely inspired by the writings of famed British diarist Samuel Pepys, it explores the origins of pop culture as developed during the reign of King Charles II in the Stuart Restoration (1660-1688).
The Art of Recasting
by Ben Waterhouse - August 01, 2025
Recasting a star who is above the title of a musical is a tricky endeavor. That balance of someone who artistically fulfills the role and someone who can sell enough tickets to be worthy of the above-the-title placement is a complex one, and it seems to becoming a more and more common trend recently for shows, particularly star-driven revivals, to not do a second casting, even if they are financially successful.
Exclusive: What Happens When the Great Teachers Are Gone?
by Helen Hayden - August 01, 2025
What happens when your mentors disappear? How do you honor serious classical training in an industry that’s shifting so rapidly toward digital performance and social media? It's a question that actress, writer, and filmmaker Helen Hayden has found herself asking recently. An alumna of Circle In the Square Theatre School (and Vice President on the Executive Board of its Alumni Association), she is sharing how she finds herself continuing to work as an actor while also carrying forward the Circle legacy. 
Peter Quilter’s STEP BY STEP to Receive Industry Presentation Starring Gaynor Faye, Lorraine Bruce, and Denise Welch
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2025
Thomas Hopkins Productions has announced an exclusive industry presentation of Step By Step, a heartwarming new comedy by two-time Olivier nominee and Tony Award nominee Peter Quilter (End of the Rainbow, Glorious!).
Carolee Carmello and More to Star in PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS by Elizabeth A. Davis and Lauren Daigle
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
PRODIGAL DAUGHTERS, a new musical with book and concept by Tony Award nominee Elizabeth A. Davis and music and lyrics by Grammy & Dove Award Winner Lauren Daigle, will be performed at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture. Learn more!
THE CROSSOVER Musical Adaptation Launches At Chautauqua Institution
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
The musical adaptation of Kwame Alexander's Newbery medal-winning novel, The Crossover, is officially underway. Learn more about this upcoming production here!
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/31/2025; Jobs In Communications, Development, and More
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/31/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
FOR COLORED BOYZ High School Edition Pilot Workshop Program Launches
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
Award-winning playwright and educator Bryan-Keyth Wilson has announced the launch of the pilot workshop program for FOR COLORED BOYZ: The High School Edition. Learn more here!
TRU to Present 'A Lost Opportunity, Found: The Return Of The Midtown International Theatre Festival'
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, TRU is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday with A Lost Opportunity, Found: The Return of the Midtown International Theatre Festival.
Q&A: Playwrights Natalie Margolin & Julia Randall’s Share How Their New Plays Are Reaching, Supporting & Inpirising Women
by Cara Joy David - July 29, 2025
In this interview, Margolin and Randall, who did not know each other previously, discussed what drew them to write about the bond between women, how important it was to work with female directors, what they think it took to get their work to the stage, and more.
Art Lab to Present Private Industry Reading of New Musical THE KING’S CRITIQUE in Cape Cod
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Art Lab has announced a private industry reading of The King’s Critique, a new musical with music and lyrics by Nat Zegree and book and lyrics by Eric Holmes, taking place Friday, August 22, 2025, in Cape Cod.
Photos: Jasmine Amy Rogers Joins Students At Broadway Artists Alliance
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
On Friday, July 25th, Tony Award Nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers surprised students at Broadway Artists Alliance with a visit. See photos here and learn more about the event!
Roundabout Reveals 2025-26 Directing Fellow and Directors Group Cohort
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the newest addition to the artistic team: Directing Fellow Tai Thompson. Learn more about Thompson and about the Directing Fellowship here.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 7/27/25 - PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Closes
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 7/27/2025.
MIRACULOUS by Trey Everett to Have 29-Hour Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
An invitation-only 29-hour reading of Miraculous, a new play from Trey Everett, will be held in New York City. Learn more about Miraculous and about the reading here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Ricamora Scholarship Launches, Caesar’s Offers Industry Job Fairs
by Alex Freeman - July 28, 2025
This week, a look at a pair of new initiatives with different purposes: the first being Conrad Ricamora's 'The Right to Be There' scholarship, a vital step toward supporting Asian American male actors. We also look at the Times Square Casino’s offer of job fairs for theatre professionals, an effort aiming to offer new employment avenues within the industry. Beyond these, leadership transitions continue regionally, with David Muse announcing his departure from Studio Theatre and Adam Weinert joining Hudson Hall. We also look at a report from the UK on freelancer pay problems and the consequences of recent congressional funding cuts hitting organizations across the US.
Photos: Joy Woods Surprises Students At Broadway Artists Alliance
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
On Friday, August 18th, Joy Woods surprised students at Broadway Artists Alliance with a visit. See photos from the event here and learn more about Broadway Artists Alliance.
Musical Satirist Tom Lehrer Passes Away at 97
by Emmy Rice - July 27, 2025
Tom Lehrer, the satirist whose darkly humorous songs skewered politics, culture, and society throughout the mid-20th century, died on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the age of 97.

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