New Musical RANKED Gets Workshop At The Daryl Roth Theatre, 3/20
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2020
The new musical Ranked (www.RankedMusical.com) with book by Kyle Holmes and music and lyrics by David Taylor Gomes will have industry workshops on Friday, March 20 at 12pm and 4pm at The Daryl Roth Theatre (101 E. 15th Street).
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2020
The new musical Ranked (www.RankedMusical.com) with book by Kyle Holmes and music and lyrics by David Taylor Gomes will have industry workshops on Friday, March 20 at 12pm and 4pm at The Daryl Roth Theatre (101 E. 15th Street).
INDUSTRY: Social Insight Report - March 9th - GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Tops Growth
by Alan Henry - March 09, 2020
The top growing current Broadway musicals were Girl From The North Country (8.15%), Beetlejuice (0.92%), Ain't Too Proud (0.80%), Jagged Little Pill (0.76%) and Mean Girls (0.75%). The top growing current Broadway plays were The Inheritance (1.18%), To Kill A Mockingbird (0.37%), Cursed Child (0.10%), Lincoln Center Theatre (0.03%) and .
by Alan Henry - March 09, 2020
The top growing current Broadway musicals were Girl From The North Country (8.15%), Beetlejuice (0.92%), Ain't Too Proud (0.80%), Jagged Little Pill (0.76%) and Mean Girls (0.75%). The top growing current Broadway plays were The Inheritance (1.18%), To Kill A Mockingbird (0.37%), Cursed Child (0.10%), Lincoln Center Theatre (0.03%) and .
New Publishing Company Aims To Provide Representation To Playwrights Of Marginalized Genders
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2020
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2020
Industry Reading of New Play NAT QUEEN COLE by Nathan Lee Graham is Coming to NYC
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
Nathen Lee Graham and producer Justin Weatherby have announced a private reading of the new play NAT QUEEN COLE by Stan Zimmerman & Christian McLaughlin to be presented on Thursday, March 12 at 7:00 PM and Friday, March 13 at 4:00 PM in at a Midtown New York location.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
Nathen Lee Graham and producer Justin Weatherby have announced a private reading of the new play NAT QUEEN COLE by Stan Zimmerman & Christian McLaughlin to be presented on Thursday, March 12 at 7:00 PM and Friday, March 13 at 4:00 PM in at a Midtown New York location.
Williamstown Theatre Festival Has Announced Sanaz Toossi as the 2020 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award Recipient
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
Williamstown Theatre Festival (Mandy Greenfield, Artistic Director) has announced that Sanaz Toossi is the 2020 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award recipient for her play English. Sanaz receives the $10,000 award as well as the $10,000 Jay Harris Commission to write a new play.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
Williamstown Theatre Festival (Mandy Greenfield, Artistic Director) has announced that Sanaz Toossi is the 2020 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award recipient for her play English. Sanaz receives the $10,000 award as well as the $10,000 Jay Harris Commission to write a new play.
TEDxBroadway Online Submissions Are Now Open
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
Each year, the organizers of TEDxBroadway collectively spend thousands of hours curating the topics and speakers for the annual sold-old conference - all dedicated to asking, 'What's the BEST Broadway can be?' In the interest of sharing a vast array of narratives that really move the industry forward, organizers are now accepting online submissions for its New Voices program.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
Each year, the organizers of TEDxBroadway collectively spend thousands of hours curating the topics and speakers for the annual sold-old conference - all dedicated to asking, 'What's the BEST Broadway can be?' In the interest of sharing a vast array of narratives that really move the industry forward, organizers are now accepting online submissions for its New Voices program.
DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICAL is Now Available For Licensing
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
In partnership with Disney Theatrical Productions, Music Theatre International is now licensing Descendants: The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2020
In partnership with Disney Theatrical Productions, Music Theatre International is now licensing Descendants: The Musical.
York Theatre Company to Present Industry Reading of RIO UPHILL Featuring Pamela Agaloos, Mariana Bravo and More
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
The York Theatre Company as part of its Developmental Reading Series, in association with MWG Productions, will present an industry reading of the new musical Rio Uphill, with book by Juliana Pedroso and Matthew Gurren (What Do Critics Know?), music by Nanny Assis and Matthew Gurren and lyrics by Matthew Gurren. ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY, Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 7:00PM at The York Theatre Company at Saint Peter's* (619 Lexington Avenue, entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022).
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
The York Theatre Company as part of its Developmental Reading Series, in association with MWG Productions, will present an industry reading of the new musical Rio Uphill, with book by Juliana Pedroso and Matthew Gurren (What Do Critics Know?), music by Nanny Assis and Matthew Gurren and lyrics by Matthew Gurren. ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY, Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 7:00PM at The York Theatre Company at Saint Peter's* (619 Lexington Avenue, entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022).
IATSE, Broadway League, and Disney Theatrical Productions Reach Tentative Agreement Regarding the 'Pink Contract'
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
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by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
IATSE has reached a tentative agreement with the Broadway League and Disney Theatrical Productions regarding the a?oePink Contract.a??
The Drama Desk Awards Debuts New Statuette Design
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
In celebration of its 65-year legacy, the Drama Desk Awards debuts a new statuette, to be formally presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 31, 2020, at The Town Hall in Manhattan.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2020
In celebration of its 65-year legacy, the Drama Desk Awards debuts a new statuette, to be formally presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 31, 2020, at The Town Hall in Manhattan.
Judy McLane, Kevin Massey and More To Star In 29 Hour Reading Of CLICQUOT: A REVOLUTIONARY MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2020
Two presentations of the 29 hour reading for a brand new musical will be held at Open Jar Studios at 11am and 3:30pm. The reading is directed by Laurie Glodowski and produced by 35th Parallel Productions.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2020
Two presentations of the 29 hour reading for a brand new musical will be held at Open Jar Studios at 11am and 3:30pm. The reading is directed by Laurie Glodowski and produced by 35th Parallel Productions.
The Dramatists Guild of America Has Announced Madhuri Shekar as the Recipient of the 2020 Lanford Wilson Award
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2020
The Dramatists Guild of America has announced that the recipient of the 2020 Lanford Wilson Award is Madhuri Shekar. The award will be presented at the Guild's annual awards ceremony on Monday, July 27, 2020, at Joe's Pub in New York.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2020
The Dramatists Guild of America has announced that the recipient of the 2020 Lanford Wilson Award is Madhuri Shekar. The award will be presented at the Guild's annual awards ceremony on Monday, July 27, 2020, at Joe's Pub in New York.
Whitney Estrin Named TDF Director Of Development
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2020
TDF (aka Theatre Development Fund) has announced that Whitney Estrin will assume the post of Director of Development. The announcement was made by TDF's Executive Director, Victoria Bailey. Ms. Estrin, who will assume her duties on April 1, is being promoted from the position of Deputy Director of Development she currently holds at TDF. She came to TDF in 2017 having been the Director of Development at Theatre for a New Audience in Brooklyn.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2020
TDF (aka Theatre Development Fund) has announced that Whitney Estrin will assume the post of Director of Development. The announcement was made by TDF's Executive Director, Victoria Bailey. Ms. Estrin, who will assume her duties on April 1, is being promoted from the position of Deputy Director of Development she currently holds at TDF. She came to TDF in 2017 having been the Director of Development at Theatre for a New Audience in Brooklyn.
L Morgan Lee, Yansa Fatima And Maybe Burke Lead The Industry Reading Of MAXA, The Maddest Woman In The World
by BWW News Desk - February 29, 2020
MAXA, The Maddest Woman in the World will be having a NY industry reading Thursday, March 12th at 2pm EST in preparation for its world stage premiere at University of Minnesota Duluth in November, 2020, with book and lyrics by Mika Kauffman and music by Thomas Jacobsen.
by BWW News Desk - February 29, 2020
MAXA, The Maddest Woman in the World will be having a NY industry reading Thursday, March 12th at 2pm EST in preparation for its world stage premiere at University of Minnesota Duluth in November, 2020, with book and lyrics by Mika Kauffman and music by Thomas Jacobsen.
Pakistani Playwright Shahid Nadeem Delivers International World Theatre Day Message 2020
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2020
The Global Theater Initiative (GTI), a partnership between Theatre Communications Group (TCG) and The Laboratory for Performance and Politics (The Lab) at Georgetown University, invites all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 59th annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2020. Each year, a renowned theatre artist of world stature is invited by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) Worldwide in Shanghai to craft an international message to mark the global occasion. This year the message has been written by Pakistani playwright Shahid Nadeem. The message has been translated into multiple languages. Read all the World Theatre Day Messages here.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2020
The Global Theater Initiative (GTI), a partnership between Theatre Communications Group (TCG) and The Laboratory for Performance and Politics (The Lab) at Georgetown University, invites all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 59th annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2020. Each year, a renowned theatre artist of world stature is invited by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) Worldwide in Shanghai to craft an international message to mark the global occasion. This year the message has been written by Pakistani playwright Shahid Nadeem. The message has been translated into multiple languages. Read all the World Theatre Day Messages here.
BC/EFA Becomes An Official Charity Partner For New York City Marathon 2020
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2020
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has been announced as an official charity partner of this year's historic 50th anniversary edition of the New York City Marathon on November 1, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2020
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has been announced as an official charity partner of this year's historic 50th anniversary edition of the New York City Marathon on November 1, 2020.
RWS Entertainment Names Abigail Buell as Senior Director of Marketing
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
RWS Entertainment Group, a New York-based full-service production company that creates award-winning custom entertainment, live events and branded experiences worldwide, announced today that Abigail Buell has been named Senior Director of Marketing. In this newly created role, Buell will be driving the company's overall marketing and public relations efforts.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
RWS Entertainment Group, a New York-based full-service production company that creates award-winning custom entertainment, live events and branded experiences worldwide, announced today that Abigail Buell has been named Senior Director of Marketing. In this newly created role, Buell will be driving the company's overall marketing and public relations efforts.
USITT Announces 2020 Award Winners
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The United States Institute for Theatre Technology is pleased to announce our 2020 award winners. Each year USITT along with many generous sponsors present a wide array of awards to those who work, create, and excel in the theatre and live entertainment industry.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The United States Institute for Theatre Technology is pleased to announce our 2020 award winners. Each year USITT along with many generous sponsors present a wide array of awards to those who work, create, and excel in the theatre and live entertainment industry.
INDUSTRY: Social Insight Report - February 26th - WEST SIDE STORY & THE INHERITANCE Top Growth
by Alan Henry - February 26, 2020
The top growing current Broadway musicals were West Side Story (11.77%), Girl From The North Country (5.36%), Beetlejuice (1.54%), Jagged Little Pill (1.54%) and Frozen (1.11%). The top growing current Broadway plays were The Inheritance (2.26%), To Kill A Mockingbird (0.47%), Cursed Child (0.10%), Lincoln Center Theatre (0.01%).
by Alan Henry - February 26, 2020
The top growing current Broadway musicals were West Side Story (11.77%), Girl From The North Country (5.36%), Beetlejuice (1.54%), Jagged Little Pill (1.54%) and Frozen (1.11%). The top growing current Broadway plays were The Inheritance (2.26%), To Kill A Mockingbird (0.47%), Cursed Child (0.10%), Lincoln Center Theatre (0.01%).
The Off-Broadway League Announces New Seminar Series
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
The Off-Broadway League today announced that it will offer a new series of seminars. Each will delve into the intricacies of Off-Broadway from professionals in the Non-Profit and Commercial arenas. Throughout all these informal sessions experts will share insight and be available to answer questions.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
The Off-Broadway League today announced that it will offer a new series of seminars. Each will delve into the intricacies of Off-Broadway from professionals in the Non-Profit and Commercial arenas. Throughout all these informal sessions experts will share insight and be available to answer questions.
Dramatists Guild Foundation Fellows Program Applications Close March 1
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
The Dramatists Guild Foundation Fellows program will close at midnight, Eastern time, on March 1.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
The Dramatists Guild Foundation Fellows program will close at midnight, Eastern time, on March 1.
The Workshop Theater to Present Industry Reading Of PULP VERITE By Crystal Skillman
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Pulp Vérité, a new play by playwright Crystal Skillman will receive a 29-hour reading with the award-winning The Workshop Theater. The presentation will culminate in two readings on March 6th at 3 and 7 PM, at the A.R.T/NY studios (520 8th Avenue), in the Bruce Mitchell Room. The reading is free, and reservations can be made at www.workshoptheater.org.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Pulp Vérité, a new play by playwright Crystal Skillman will receive a 29-hour reading with the award-winning The Workshop Theater. The presentation will culminate in two readings on March 6th at 3 and 7 PM, at the A.R.T/NY studios (520 8th Avenue), in the Bruce Mitchell Room. The reading is free, and reservations can be made at www.workshoptheater.org.
Ali Stroker and Mimi Lieber to Star In Reading Of New Play By Matt Webster, JAY AND THE CONTEST
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2020
Jay is trapped in a toxic home environment. Taking care of her drug-addicted mother and lonely and misunderstood younger brother, she dreams of escaping into a better world. She is presented with the chance-of-a-lifetime when winning a nation-wide essay contest to be the new writer of the final book in a beloved series left incomplete by the death of the author. However, Jay's 'dream ending' of the story is threatened when she has to collaborate with an additional, surprise contest winner. Set in the American Midwest, Jay and the Contest explores what it means to make it out of our hometown, no matter the consequences.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2020
Jay is trapped in a toxic home environment. Taking care of her drug-addicted mother and lonely and misunderstood younger brother, she dreams of escaping into a better world. She is presented with the chance-of-a-lifetime when winning a nation-wide essay contest to be the new writer of the final book in a beloved series left incomplete by the death of the author. However, Jay's 'dream ending' of the story is threatened when she has to collaborate with an additional, surprise contest winner. Set in the American Midwest, Jay and the Contest explores what it means to make it out of our hometown, no matter the consequences.
Betsy Wolfe Talks BroadwayEvolved's Third Year & 2020 Faculty Sneak Peek
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
After two groundbreaking years, BroadwayEvolved returns in 2020 with three Summer Intensives. After just announcing the 2020 faculty sneak peek, Betsy Wolfe, Co-Founder, reflects on the evolution of the program and what excites her most about year three.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
After two groundbreaking years, BroadwayEvolved returns in 2020 with three Summer Intensives. After just announcing the 2020 faculty sneak peek, Betsy Wolfe, Co-Founder, reflects on the evolution of the program and what excites her most about year three.
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