The Dramatists Guild of America to Host Panel Discussion on Voter Disenfranchisement In Native American Communities
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
The Dramatists Guild of America is proud to host a panel discussion on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at 412 West 42nd Street, 3rd Floor, New York, New York.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
The Dramatists Guild of America is proud to host a panel discussion on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at 412 West 42nd Street, 3rd Floor, New York, New York.
Andy Sandberg Named Artistic Director And CEO Of The Prestigious Hermitage Artist Retreat
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
The board of the Hermitage Artist Retreat in the United States announced today that the organisation has chosen Andy Sandberg as its Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer as of January 1, 2020. Sandberg succeeds Bruce Rodgers, who is retiring after serving as the Hermitage's Executive Director since 2005. Sandberg, an accomplished director, writer, and Tony Award-winning producer whose national and international career has been committed to new work and artist development, was selected following an extensive national search. In his new role, Sandberg will be responsible for overseeing the organisation's operations, artistic programs, administration, and strategic plan.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
The board of the Hermitage Artist Retreat in the United States announced today that the organisation has chosen Andy Sandberg as its Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer as of January 1, 2020. Sandberg succeeds Bruce Rodgers, who is retiring after serving as the Hermitage's Executive Director since 2005. Sandberg, an accomplished director, writer, and Tony Award-winning producer whose national and international career has been committed to new work and artist development, was selected following an extensive national search. In his new role, Sandberg will be responsible for overseeing the organisation's operations, artistic programs, administration, and strategic plan.
Benefit Reading of THE WANDERERS at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan will welcome a talented cast to its stage on Thursday, December 18 at 7:30 p.m. for a reading of Anna Ziegler's a?oeThe Wanderers,a?? a funny, insightful, and mysterious new drama. Ziegler is an award-winning playwright whose widely produced play, a?oePhotograph 51,a?? won London's 2016 WhatsOnStage award for best new play. It was also selected as a?oeBest of the Yeara?? play by The Telegraph and The Washington Post. The special reading of a?oeThe Wanderersa?? is a benefit for the JCC's Lambert Center for Arts and Ideas. Tickets cost $20 for members and $25 for the public. Visit jccmanhattan.org or call 646.505.5708 to reserve your seat.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan will welcome a talented cast to its stage on Thursday, December 18 at 7:30 p.m. for a reading of Anna Ziegler's a?oeThe Wanderers,a?? a funny, insightful, and mysterious new drama. Ziegler is an award-winning playwright whose widely produced play, a?oePhotograph 51,a?? won London's 2016 WhatsOnStage award for best new play. It was also selected as a?oeBest of the Yeara?? play by The Telegraph and The Washington Post. The special reading of a?oeThe Wanderersa?? is a benefit for the JCC's Lambert Center for Arts and Ideas. Tickets cost $20 for members and $25 for the public. Visit jccmanhattan.org or call 646.505.5708 to reserve your seat.
TEDxBroadway Releases 2019 Talks And Sets 2020 Return
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
Today, TEDxBroadway organizers are releasing all talks from the 2019 event online and announcing tickets are on sale now for the 9th Annual TEDxBroadway set for Tuesday, October 13, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
Today, TEDxBroadway organizers are releasing all talks from the 2019 event online and announcing tickets are on sale now for the 9th Annual TEDxBroadway set for Tuesday, October 13, 2020.
Deborah Hartnett Promoted To Senior Vice President And General Counsel At Music Theatre International
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Music Theatre International (MTI) is pleased to announce that Deborah Hartnett has been elevated to Senior Vice President and General Counsel for the company. She previously has served as the company's Director of Business and Legal Affairs since 2010.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Music Theatre International (MTI) is pleased to announce that Deborah Hartnett has been elevated to Senior Vice President and General Counsel for the company. She previously has served as the company's Director of Business and Legal Affairs since 2010.
Lincoln Center and the New York Philharmonic Announce Plans To Transform David Geffen Hall
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Henry Timms, President and CEO of Lincoln Center, and Deborah Borda, President and CEO of the New York Philharmonic, today unveiled plans for the reimagination of David Geffen Hall. The project will transform the concert hall and all public spaces, enhancing the concertgoing experience, fostering a sense of community, and creating bold and innovative ways to connect with the world outside.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Henry Timms, President and CEO of Lincoln Center, and Deborah Borda, President and CEO of the New York Philharmonic, today unveiled plans for the reimagination of David Geffen Hall. The project will transform the concert hall and all public spaces, enhancing the concertgoing experience, fostering a sense of community, and creating bold and innovative ways to connect with the world outside.
THE TIN WOMAN to Receive Private Industry Reading Starring Jenn Colella and More
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
The Fourth Act has announced a private industry reading for the new musical, THE TIN WOMAN, based on the Sean Grennan play of the same name. The private industry reading will be held in New York City on December 13, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
The Fourth Act has announced a private industry reading for the new musical, THE TIN WOMAN, based on the Sean Grennan play of the same name. The private industry reading will be held in New York City on December 13, 2019.
Theatrical Rights Worldwide Announces Exclusive Performance Rights for THE OTHER JOSH COHEN
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Leading musical theatre licensor Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW) adds THE OTHER JOSH COHEN to its roster of best-selling titles. Creators Steve Rosen & David Rossmer said 'We are beyond thrilled that performers at professional and amateur theaters around the world can now experience the joy of putting on their own production of THE OTHER JOSH COHEN.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Leading musical theatre licensor Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW) adds THE OTHER JOSH COHEN to its roster of best-selling titles. Creators Steve Rosen & David Rossmer said 'We are beyond thrilled that performers at professional and amateur theaters around the world can now experience the joy of putting on their own production of THE OTHER JOSH COHEN.
Tedra Millan Will Lead Industry Reading of LATE SUMMER SCENES
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Tedra Millan (The Wolves, Present Laughter), will star in an industry reading of Late Summer Scenes by emerging playwright David Glass (Experimental Design for Biologists), and directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt (Theresa Rebeck's Downstairs, Hatefuck) on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Open Jar Studios (1601 Broadway).
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Tedra Millan (The Wolves, Present Laughter), will star in an industry reading of Late Summer Scenes by emerging playwright David Glass (Experimental Design for Biologists), and directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt (Theresa Rebeck's Downstairs, Hatefuck) on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Open Jar Studios (1601 Broadway).
Broadway Symposium Announces 2020 Dates For Annual Stage Manager Conference
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
The Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) has announced the dates for the 2020 stage manager conference. This is the sixth year that the BSMS will be bringing together the most experienced and highly-regarded Stage Management professionals on Broadway for an immersive two-day program that offers practical insights, instruction, and inspiration for anyone interested in stage management or Broadway.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
The Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) has announced the dates for the 2020 stage manager conference. This is the sixth year that the BSMS will be bringing together the most experienced and highly-regarded Stage Management professionals on Broadway for an immersive two-day program that offers practical insights, instruction, and inspiration for anyone interested in stage management or Broadway.
Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards Announce Third Round of 2019 Recipients
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, has announced the recipients of the third round of the 2019 Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards. The awards, totaling $415,000, allow 9 productions extra time for the development and rehearsal of new plays with the entire creative team, hoping to extend the life of the world premiere play after its first run.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, has announced the recipients of the third round of the 2019 Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards. The awards, totaling $415,000, allow 9 productions extra time for the development and rehearsal of new plays with the entire creative team, hoping to extend the life of the world premiere play after its first run.
Tim Blake Nelson's EYE OF GOD: Reading Starring Gene Jones
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Tim Blake Nelson's powerful and soul-stirring play makes its return. Theatre East collaborated with Mr. Nelson on the New York premiere as part of its inaugural season just over 10 years ago and as the company looks to the future, they celebrate where they've been. Featuring Gene Jones (No Country for Old Men, The Hateful Eight, The Sacrament). Also featuring Corey Finzel, John D. Ivy, Lizzy Jarrett, Mikey McNulty, Oliver Palmer, Nick Piacente, Lauren Pisano, and Grayson Taylor.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Tim Blake Nelson's powerful and soul-stirring play makes its return. Theatre East collaborated with Mr. Nelson on the New York premiere as part of its inaugural season just over 10 years ago and as the company looks to the future, they celebrate where they've been. Featuring Gene Jones (No Country for Old Men, The Hateful Eight, The Sacrament). Also featuring Corey Finzel, John D. Ivy, Lizzy Jarrett, Mikey McNulty, Oliver Palmer, Nick Piacente, Lauren Pisano, and Grayson Taylor.
SLAVE PLAY's Annie McNamara Signs With CESD Talent
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
According to Deadline, Annie McNamara, currently starring in Jeremy O. Harris' Slave Play on Broadway, has signed with CESD Talent Agency.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
According to Deadline, Annie McNamara, currently starring in Jeremy O. Harris' Slave Play on Broadway, has signed with CESD Talent Agency.
AKA NYC Wins Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards at the 2019 Clio Entertainment Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
AKA NYC, the award-winning, global, fully integrated entertainment advertising agency specializing in live experiences, is celebrating its recent victories at the 2019 Clio Entertainment Awards. The agency won three awards in the Live Entertainment category, receiving Gold in Sound Design for their work on The Sound Inside; Silver in Partnerships & Collaborations for The Prom; and Bronze in Audio/Visual for their work on The Inheritance trailer. These wins reinforce the agency's approach in providing full-service and specialty advertising campaigns that get people to go places.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
AKA NYC, the award-winning, global, fully integrated entertainment advertising agency specializing in live experiences, is celebrating its recent victories at the 2019 Clio Entertainment Awards. The agency won three awards in the Live Entertainment category, receiving Gold in Sound Design for their work on The Sound Inside; Silver in Partnerships & Collaborations for The Prom; and Bronze in Audio/Visual for their work on The Inheritance trailer. These wins reinforce the agency's approach in providing full-service and specialty advertising campaigns that get people to go places.
eBay is Selling StubHub to Viagogo For $4 Billion
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
According to CNN, eBay is selling its ticket reselling website StubHub to Viagogo, a rival company based in Europe, in a $4 billion deal.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
According to CNN, eBay is selling its ticket reselling website StubHub to Viagogo, a rival company based in Europe, in a $4 billion deal.
NMI Announces Online Musical Theatre Creative Summit
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2019
New Musicals Inc. announces the first Online Muiscal Theatre Creative Summit - set for Saturday, February 15 and Saturday, February 22 from 10am to 4pm.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2019
New Musicals Inc. announces the first Online Muiscal Theatre Creative Summit - set for Saturday, February 15 and Saturday, February 22 from 10am to 4pm.
Veteran Broadway Marketer Betsy Dollinger Signs Exclusive Consulting Contract with Alchemation
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Veteran Broadway marketer Betsy Dollinger has signed an exclusive consulting contract with Alchemation, a theatrical and media producing company founded by Kevin McCollum, that is committed to the development and presentation of new works. Betsy will oversee marketing efforts and manage strategic partnerships for Alchemation's slate of current and upcoming shows which includes the The Play That Goes Wrong on tour and off Broadway, Six, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Devil Wears Prada, and The Notebook.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
Veteran Broadway marketer Betsy Dollinger has signed an exclusive consulting contract with Alchemation, a theatrical and media producing company founded by Kevin McCollum, that is committed to the development and presentation of new works. Betsy will oversee marketing efforts and manage strategic partnerships for Alchemation's slate of current and upcoming shows which includes the The Play That Goes Wrong on tour and off Broadway, Six, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Devil Wears Prada, and The Notebook.
LUMBERYARD and Bill T. Jones/New York Live Arts Address Gaps in New York City's Performing Arts Presenting Ecosystem
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
On Tuesday, November 19, LUMBERYARD Center for Film and Performing Arts partnered with Bill T. Jones/New York Live Arts to host an event at the Park Avenue Armory addressing a growing structural challenge facing the city's performing arts presenting field: the need for technical-rehearsal residencies for NYC-based artists to develop new work. The event included a panel conversation moderated by Joe Melillo, Executive Producer Emeritus of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, and featuring five acclaimed New York City-based performing artists:
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
On Tuesday, November 19, LUMBERYARD Center for Film and Performing Arts partnered with Bill T. Jones/New York Live Arts to host an event at the Park Avenue Armory addressing a growing structural challenge facing the city's performing arts presenting field: the need for technical-rehearsal residencies for NYC-based artists to develop new work. The event included a panel conversation moderated by Joe Melillo, Executive Producer Emeritus of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, and featuring five acclaimed New York City-based performing artists:
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Announces Evan Yionoulis as Executive Board President
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), the theatrical union that unites, empowers, and protects professional stage directors and choreographers throughout the United States, announced Evan Yionoulis as Executive Board President.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), the theatrical union that unites, empowers, and protects professional stage directors and choreographers throughout the United States, announced Evan Yionoulis as Executive Board President.
Sean Mathias Announced as Artistic Director of Theatre Royal Windsor
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Bill Kenwright has announced the appointment of his first artistic director at Theatre Royal Windsor. Commencing May 2020, a WINDSOR THEATRE ROYAL SUMMER SEASON will take place each year, under the directorship of SEAN MATHIAS.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Bill Kenwright has announced the appointment of his first artistic director at Theatre Royal Windsor. Commencing May 2020, a WINDSOR THEATRE ROYAL SUMMER SEASON will take place each year, under the directorship of SEAN MATHIAS.
Lia Vollack Productions Launches With ALMOST FAMOUS and MJ
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Sony Exec Lia Vollack is going solo with her on Broadway production company, Lia Vollack Productions. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new company will launch with two upcoming 2020 Broadway shows, Almost Famous and MJ the Musical.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Sony Exec Lia Vollack is going solo with her on Broadway production company, Lia Vollack Productions. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new company will launch with two upcoming 2020 Broadway shows, Almost Famous and MJ the Musical.
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club Awarded $1 Million Grant by The Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
In honor of the centenary of the birth of La MaMa founder Ellen Stewart, the La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced a $1 million challenge grant by The Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation toward the restoration and renewal of La MaMa's original home at 74A East 4th Street.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
In honor of the centenary of the birth of La MaMa founder Ellen Stewart, the La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced a $1 million challenge grant by The Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation toward the restoration and renewal of La MaMa's original home at 74A East 4th Street.
Transport Group Announces Denise Dickens as New Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Transport Group announced today that Denise Dickens, formerly of Abingdon Theatre Company, will join the company as its new executive director, replacing Lori Fineman, outgoing executive director. Dickens will join founding Artistic Director Jack Cummings III at the helm of the off-Broadway, award-winning, non-profit theatre company.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Transport Group announced today that Denise Dickens, formerly of Abingdon Theatre Company, will join the company as its new executive director, replacing Lori Fineman, outgoing executive director. Dickens will join founding Artistic Director Jack Cummings III at the helm of the off-Broadway, award-winning, non-profit theatre company.
Photo Coverage: Inside the Third Annual SDCF Awards
by Walter McBride - November 15, 2019
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation affiliated with Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, presented the third annual SDCF Awards including the Gordon Davidson Award, Zelda Fichandler Award, Joe A. Callaway Awards, and Breakout Award. The event took place on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
by Walter McBride - November 15, 2019
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation affiliated with Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, presented the third annual SDCF Awards including the Gordon Davidson Award, Zelda Fichandler Award, Joe A. Callaway Awards, and Breakout Award. The event took place on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Photo Flash: Jon Batiste, Muhammad Yunus, Ann Ziff, & More Attend 2019 Sing For Hope Gala
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
On Monday, October 28, Sing for Hope held its 13th annual Sing for Hope Gala, uniting New York's philanthropic and cultural leaders for a magical evening in support of the organization's programs and commitment to bring the arts to under-resourced areas. The event, co-chaired by Ann Ziff, Jon Batiste, and Muhammad Yunus, was held at celebrity chef Danny Meyer's acclaimed Bay Room event space.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
On Monday, October 28, Sing for Hope held its 13th annual Sing for Hope Gala, uniting New York's philanthropic and cultural leaders for a magical evening in support of the organization's programs and commitment to bring the arts to under-resourced areas. The event, co-chaired by Ann Ziff, Jon Batiste, and Muhammad Yunus, was held at celebrity chef Danny Meyer's acclaimed Bay Room event space.
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