Musical Theatre Showcase Will Be Held This Week at Ripley-Grier Studios
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
This dynamic evening will feature 10 driven young actors, each bringing unique artistry shaped by international backgrounds and multidisciplinary training.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
This dynamic evening will feature 10 driven young actors, each bringing unique artistry shaped by international backgrounds and multidisciplinary training.
Roundabout Theatre Company Reveals 2025-2026 Underground Playwright Residencies
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the two playwright selections for the Roundabout Underground Residencies – Iraisa Ann Reilly and Liba Vaynberg. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the two playwright selections for the Roundabout Underground Residencies – Iraisa Ann Reilly and Liba Vaynberg. Learn more!
A BEAUTIFUL MIND Musical Joins DISCOVERING BROADWAY Incubator Program
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
The new musical A Beautiful Mind will be the seventh musical to participate in the Discovering Broadway incubator program. Learn more about the musical and the program here.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
The new musical A Beautiful Mind will be the seventh musical to participate in the Discovering Broadway incubator program. Learn more about the musical and the program here.
Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Now Accepting Applications For Cycle Four
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Rattlestick Theater, the Terrence McNally Foundation, and Tom Kirdahy Productions have announced the opening of submissions for Cycle 4 of the Terrence McNally New Works Incubator.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Rattlestick Theater, the Terrence McNally Foundation, and Tom Kirdahy Productions have announced the opening of submissions for Cycle 4 of the Terrence McNally New Works Incubator.
Cabaret Producers Move to Dismiss Investor Lawsuit
by Joshua Wright - September 25, 2025
Producers of Broadway’s Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club have moved to dismiss an investor lawsuit. A newly filed email shows counsel accusing the plaintiff of rejecting financial transparency offers and threatening press coverage.
by Joshua Wright - September 25, 2025
Producers of Broadway’s Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club have moved to dismiss an investor lawsuit. A newly filed email shows counsel accusing the plaintiff of rejecting financial transparency offers and threatening press coverage.
Thom Sesma & Mickey Rolfe to be Honored at the Primary Stages 2025 Fall Gala
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
PRIMARY STAGES' 2025 Fall Gala will honor Thom Sesma with the Einhorn Mentorship Award and Mickey Rolfe with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
PRIMARY STAGES' 2025 Fall Gala will honor Thom Sesma with the Einhorn Mentorship Award and Mickey Rolfe with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award. Learn more!
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 9/21/25
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 9/21/2025.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 9/21/2025.
Manhattan Theater Club Names Nicki Hunter as New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Manhattan Theater Club has named Nicki Hunter as its next artistic director. Learn more about Hunter and about the changes being made to the organization here!
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Manhattan Theater Club has named Nicki Hunter as its next artistic director. Learn more about Hunter and about the changes being made to the organization here!
Black Theatre United Reveals Next Installment of THE BUSINESS OF SHOW Series
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Black Theatre United has announced the next installment of The Business of Show Series: Financial Wellness. Hosted by BTU Founder NaTasha Yvette Williams and led by certified financial counselor Reshonah Bennett.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Black Theatre United has announced the next installment of The Business of Show Series: Financial Wellness. Hosted by BTU Founder NaTasha Yvette Williams and led by certified financial counselor Reshonah Bennett.
The Royal Court Theatre Partners With Producers Brian and Dayna Lee
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre London has announced a new partnership with award-winning theatre producers Brian and Dayna Lee, following the success of their collaboration on the Olivier Award-winning Giant.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
The Royal Court Theatre London has announced a new partnership with award-winning theatre producers Brian and Dayna Lee, following the success of their collaboration on the Olivier Award-winning Giant.
AVALONA: A MUSICAL LEGEND To Present a Private Industry Screening Screening in New York City
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
The creative team behind AVALONA, A Musical Legend will present two exclusive private screenings of its mythic, multi-genre spectacle, filmed during the production’s 2025 New York City run. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
The creative team behind AVALONA, A Musical Legend will present two exclusive private screenings of its mythic, multi-genre spectacle, filmed during the production’s 2025 New York City run. Learn more!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Times Square Casino Denied, Troubling Working Conditions at Des Moines Opera
by Alex Freeman - September 22, 2025
This week, we have the excitement of a new season alongside significant industry-wide challenges. As we look ahead to the new shows of the Fall Broadway season and celebrate programs designed to foster the next generation of artists and audiences, we also turn our attention to the crucial conversations happening behind the curtain. This edition highlights the pressing financial and labor issues shaping the theatre landscape, from a major union action in New York and difficult working conditions in the American heartland to the financial pressures facing venerable institutions abroad.
by Alex Freeman - September 22, 2025
This week, we have the excitement of a new season alongside significant industry-wide challenges. As we look ahead to the new shows of the Fall Broadway season and celebrate programs designed to foster the next generation of artists and audiences, we also turn our attention to the crucial conversations happening behind the curtain. This edition highlights the pressing financial and labor issues shaping the theatre landscape, from a major union action in New York and difficult working conditions in the American heartland to the financial pressures facing venerable institutions abroad.
Samuel J. Friedman Health Center Exam Room Donated to Tovah Feldshuh Fund
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2025
Earlier this week, in recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the Entertainment Community Fund dedicated a room at The Samuel J. Freidman Health Center for the Performing Arts to the Feldshuh Fund for Women’s Health.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2025
Earlier this week, in recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the Entertainment Community Fund dedicated a room at The Samuel J. Freidman Health Center for the Performing Arts to the Feldshuh Fund for Women’s Health.
Jamie Burns Appointed Director Of Baryshnikov Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2025
Jamie Burns has been appointed Director of Baryshnikov Arts (BA) effective October 14, 2025. It was announced today by Founder and Artistic Director Mikhail Baryshnikov and Board Chairman Dave Hattem.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2025
Jamie Burns has been appointed Director of Baryshnikov Arts (BA) effective October 14, 2025. It was announced today by Founder and Artistic Director Mikhail Baryshnikov and Board Chairman Dave Hattem.
COME FROM AWAY Is the Most-Produced Show of 2025/26
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2025
American Theatre magazine, published by Theatre Communications Group, has just released Top 10 Most-Produced Plays and Top 20 Most-Produced Playwrights for the new season. We have all of the details!
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2025
American Theatre magazine, published by Theatre Communications Group, has just released Top 10 Most-Produced Plays and Top 20 Most-Produced Playwrights for the new season. We have all of the details!
New Partnership Brings The National Theatre Collection to U.S. Classrooms
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
The Educational Theatre Association has announced a partnership with the National Theatre of Great Britain that will provide free, unlimited access to more than 70 world-class productions.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
The Educational Theatre Association has announced a partnership with the National Theatre of Great Britain that will provide free, unlimited access to more than 70 world-class productions.
The Drama League Directors Project Opens 2026 Applications
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
The Drama League has opened the 2026-2027 applications for The Directors Project, its acclaimed suite of Fellowships, Residencies, and Assistantships for emerging and established stage directors. Learn how to apply!
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
The Drama League has opened the 2026-2027 applications for The Directors Project, its acclaimed suite of Fellowships, Residencies, and Assistantships for emerging and established stage directors. Learn how to apply!
Billy Crudup Joins Board of Directors for The 52nd Street Project
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
The 52nd Street Project – a community-based arts organization dedicated to enriching the lives of young people from the Hell’s Kitchen (Clinton) neighborhood through free, long-term arts mentorship – just announced that award-winning actor Billy Crudup has joined its Board of Directors as of June 2025.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
The 52nd Street Project – a community-based arts organization dedicated to enriching the lives of young people from the Hell’s Kitchen (Clinton) neighborhood through free, long-term arts mentorship – just announced that award-winning actor Billy Crudup has joined its Board of Directors as of June 2025.
Springboard To Design Now Accepting 2026 Applications
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Springboard to Design, a tuition-free theatrical design mentorship and education program for students from underrepresented communities, is now accepting applications for its 2026 program.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Springboard to Design, a tuition-free theatrical design mentorship and education program for students from underrepresented communities, is now accepting applications for its 2026 program.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway Shows Feel Tourism Dip + NEXT ON STAGE Returns
by Alex Freeman - September 15, 2025
As the fall season kicks off, the theater world is abuzz with new beginnings, major milestones, and mounting tensions in New York’s cultural core. This week’s newsletter spotlights fresh opportunities for emerging performers with the launch of NEXT ON STAGE Season 6, while Broadway braces for shifting trends amid a tourism slowdown. From a packed fall lineup of new shows to community opposition against a proposed Times Square casino, the stakes are high both on and off stage. We also check in on honors for key industry figures, regional recognition with the BroadwayWorld Awards, and vital funding for theater abroad.
by Alex Freeman - September 15, 2025
As the fall season kicks off, the theater world is abuzz with new beginnings, major milestones, and mounting tensions in New York’s cultural core. This week’s newsletter spotlights fresh opportunities for emerging performers with the launch of NEXT ON STAGE Season 6, while Broadway braces for shifting trends amid a tourism slowdown. From a packed fall lineup of new shows to community opposition against a proposed Times Square casino, the stakes are high both on and off stage. We also check in on honors for key industry figures, regional recognition with the BroadwayWorld Awards, and vital funding for theater abroad.
Over 1300 Equity Members Send Letter to The Broadway League
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Actors' Equity Association has released a letter signed by more than 1300 actors and stage managers who work on Broadway urging The Broadway League to join them in building a safer, more sustainable and healthier Broadway.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Actors' Equity Association has released a letter signed by more than 1300 actors and stage managers who work on Broadway urging The Broadway League to join them in building a safer, more sustainable and healthier Broadway.
OH L'AMOUR - THE ERASURE MUSICAL in Development With Tanninger Entertainment
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Tanninger Entertainment will develop Oh l’amour – The Erasure Musical, a bold new theatrical work featuring music and lyrics of the iconic British synth-pop band duo Vince Clarke and Andy Bell of Erasure.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Tanninger Entertainment will develop Oh l’amour – The Erasure Musical, a bold new theatrical work featuring music and lyrics of the iconic British synth-pop band duo Vince Clarke and Andy Bell of Erasure.
THE BABY-SITTERS CLUB Optioned for Musical Adaptation by TWTheatricals
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
TWTheatricals has optioned the theatrical rights to the bestselling book series The Baby-sitters Club by author Ann M. Martin. Learn more about The Baby-sitters Club here!
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
TWTheatricals has optioned the theatrical rights to the bestselling book series The Baby-sitters Club by author Ann M. Martin. Learn more about The Baby-sitters Club here!
David Schmitz Named Interim Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
American Conservatory Theater has appointed David Schmitz as Interim Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.). Learn more about Schmitz here!
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
American Conservatory Theater has appointed David Schmitz as Interim Executive Director of American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.). Learn more about Schmitz here!
The (Mostly) Unknown History of the Ed Sullivan Theatre
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - September 14, 2025
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - September 14, 2025
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.
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