LOVE QUiRKS Returns To NYC For An Industry Reading Nov. 14th & 15th
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2019
Seth Bisen-Hersh and Mark Childers' musical, LOVE QUIRKS returns to NYC with an industry reading on Thursday, November 14th at 7:30PM and Friday, November 15th at 2PM at the Dramatists Guild Foundation's The Music Hall (356 W. 40th St., 2nd Floor).
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2019
Seth Bisen-Hersh and Mark Childers' musical, LOVE QUIRKS returns to NYC with an industry reading on Thursday, November 14th at 7:30PM and Friday, November 15th at 2PM at the Dramatists Guild Foundation's The Music Hall (356 W. 40th St., 2nd Floor).
Dramatists Guild Of America Launches New Podcast TALKBACK
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2019
The Dramatists Guild of America has announced the launch of a new podcast, TALKBACK, available on all your favorite podcast platforms beginning October 21st.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2019
The Dramatists Guild of America has announced the launch of a new podcast, TALKBACK, available on all your favorite podcast platforms beginning October 21st.
Stephen C. Byrd & Alia Jones Harvey Named 2019 Broadway Global Producer Of The Year Winners
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2019
The only African American lead producers on Broadway for the last 13 years they and their company Front Row Productions have blazed a trail of a?oefirsts,a?? Stephen C. Byrd and Alia Jones-Harvey have brought a unique brand of diversity to Broadway and London's West End by mounting new productions featuring non-traditional casting and diverse voices to the stage. Established in 2006, the Olivier Award Winning and Tony-nominated Producers strive to employ diverse talent, creative teams and management for all of their productions.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2019
The only African American lead producers on Broadway for the last 13 years they and their company Front Row Productions have blazed a trail of a?oefirsts,a?? Stephen C. Byrd and Alia Jones-Harvey have brought a unique brand of diversity to Broadway and London's West End by mounting new productions featuring non-traditional casting and diverse voices to the stage. Established in 2006, the Olivier Award Winning and Tony-nominated Producers strive to employ diverse talent, creative teams and management for all of their productions.
Jackie Sibblies Drury and Lauren Yee To Receive Steinberg Playwright Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust today announced that Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury and Horton Foote Prize-winning playwright Lauren Yee are the recipients of 2019 Steinberg Playwright Awards.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust today announced that Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury and Horton Foote Prize-winning playwright Lauren Yee are the recipients of 2019 Steinberg Playwright Awards.
Jeanine Tesori and Sarah DeLappe Named MacDowell Colony Fellows
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
The MacDowell Colony has awarded fall fellowships to 79 artists, including Jeanine Tesori and Sarah DeLappe, according to American Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
The MacDowell Colony has awarded fall fellowships to 79 artists, including Jeanine Tesori and Sarah DeLappe, according to American Theatre.
The Founder Of One Of The Largest Prison Arts Programs In The World Dies At 80
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
SAG-AFTRA Launches Fourth National Convention Oct. 10-13
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
From Oct. 10-13, union leaders, special guests and delegates from across the country will descend on the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles for the fourth biennial SAG-AFTRA National Convention.
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
From Oct. 10-13, union leaders, special guests and delegates from across the country will descend on the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles for the fourth biennial SAG-AFTRA National Convention.
Remi Harris Named New Programs Manager at Center for Performance Research
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
CPR - Center for Performance Research, which supports the development of new works in contemporary dance, performance and related forms, welcomes Remi Harris as its Programs Manager.
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
CPR - Center for Performance Research, which supports the development of new works in contemporary dance, performance and related forms, welcomes Remi Harris as its Programs Manager.
SDC Launches 4th Season Of Screen-to-Screen Series Featuring Rebecca Taichman and More
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), the theatrical Union that represents over 4,000 professional stage directors and choreographers kicks off their 4th season of Screen-to-Screen, an exclusive program for SDC Associate Members working in academia on October 7th.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), the theatrical Union that represents over 4,000 professional stage directors and choreographers kicks off their 4th season of Screen-to-Screen, an exclusive program for SDC Associate Members working in academia on October 7th.
Drama League to Award Herb Engert and EY at Fall Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
The Drama League has announced that EY is the 2019 recipient of The Drama League's Arts Ally Award, to be presented to Herb Engert at the 36th Annual Drama League Benefit Gala.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
The Drama League has announced that EY is the 2019 recipient of The Drama League's Arts Ally Award, to be presented to Herb Engert at the 36th Annual Drama League Benefit Gala.
Photo Flash: Inside the Stage Managers' Association Del Hughes Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
The Stage Managers' Association (SMA) presented its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management to three stage managers from the worlds of Broadway, Off-Broadway, Touring, Regional Theatre, and Opera - Rich Costabile, Barbara Donner, and Mary K Klinger. In addition to the three Lifetime Achievement Awards, the SMA recognized Janet Friedman with The Founders Award, a special recognition for her many years of service to the SMA and for embodying the values expressed by the Founders of the SMA. The event was celebrated at Connelly's Times Square on September 23rd, 2019. The SMA thanks Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids for their leading sponsorship of the event.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
The Stage Managers' Association (SMA) presented its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management to three stage managers from the worlds of Broadway, Off-Broadway, Touring, Regional Theatre, and Opera - Rich Costabile, Barbara Donner, and Mary K Klinger. In addition to the three Lifetime Achievement Awards, the SMA recognized Janet Friedman with The Founders Award, a special recognition for her many years of service to the SMA and for embodying the values expressed by the Founders of the SMA. The event was celebrated at Connelly's Times Square on September 23rd, 2019. The SMA thanks Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids for their leading sponsorship of the event.
Kate Shindle & Heidi Blickenstaff Lead Lab of New Musical MEDUSA
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019
Casting has just been announced for the Equity Lab of the new musical, MEDUSA, led by Kate Shindle and Heidi Blickenstaff
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019
Casting has just been announced for the Equity Lab of the new musical, MEDUSA, led by Kate Shindle and Heidi Blickenstaff
MTI Acquires THE BIG ONE-OH!
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has acquired the new musical The Big One-Oh! for its Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) and Broadway Junior libraries of titles. Based on the novel of the same name by Oscar-winning screenwriter, songwriter and novelist Dean Pitchford (Fame, Footloose), The Big One-Oh! is a triumphant new musical about a boy who decides to throw himself the a?oebest birthday party in the history of the worlda?? to celebrate the monumental occasion of turning ten.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has acquired the new musical The Big One-Oh! for its Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) and Broadway Junior libraries of titles. Based on the novel of the same name by Oscar-winning screenwriter, songwriter and novelist Dean Pitchford (Fame, Footloose), The Big One-Oh! is a triumphant new musical about a boy who decides to throw himself the a?oebest birthday party in the history of the worlda?? to celebrate the monumental occasion of turning ten.
Charles Flateman Announced as Chairman of the Board of NYC & Company
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019
NYC & Company Chairman of the Board of Directors Emily K. Rafferty has announced her decision to step down from her chairmanship in February 2020. When Rafferty leaves her post next year, she will have served as Board Chairman of the organization for nearly 12 years and presided over a tourism industry that has enjoyed 10 consecutive years of growth. In accordance with NYC & Company's bylaws, the organization's Executive Committee today voted to elect longstanding Vice Chairman Charles Flateman, Executive Vice President of the Shubert Organization, to fill the remaining portion of Emily Rafferty's term, through February 2021.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2019
NYC & Company Chairman of the Board of Directors Emily K. Rafferty has announced her decision to step down from her chairmanship in February 2020. When Rafferty leaves her post next year, she will have served as Board Chairman of the organization for nearly 12 years and presided over a tourism industry that has enjoyed 10 consecutive years of growth. In accordance with NYC & Company's bylaws, the organization's Executive Committee today voted to elect longstanding Vice Chairman Charles Flateman, Executive Vice President of the Shubert Organization, to fill the remaining portion of Emily Rafferty's term, through February 2021.
Theater Resources Unlimited Offers Latest Writer-Producer Speed Date
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Theater Resources Unlimited presents the Writer-Producer Speed Date, a unique opportunity to pitch a project to a roomful of New York producers and artistic directors on Sunday, October 13, 2019 from 4:30pm to 8:30pm at the newly opened 797 Studios, 797 Eighth Avenue (betw. 48th and 49th), 3rd floor, NYC.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Theater Resources Unlimited presents the Writer-Producer Speed Date, a unique opportunity to pitch a project to a roomful of New York producers and artistic directors on Sunday, October 13, 2019 from 4:30pm to 8:30pm at the newly opened 797 Studios, 797 Eighth Avenue (betw. 48th and 49th), 3rd floor, NYC.
Cast Announced for Reading of UNFOLDED
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Christman Opera Company has announced the cast for the October 27, 2019 NYC reading of UNFOLDED, a new work with music by Theodore Christman and book and lyrics by Donna Gay Anderson. This dramatic musical is based on the life and work of Susie Scott Krabacher.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2019
Christman Opera Company has announced the cast for the October 27, 2019 NYC reading of UNFOLDED, a new work with music by Theodore Christman and book and lyrics by Donna Gay Anderson. This dramatic musical is based on the life and work of Susie Scott Krabacher.
Richard Pryor Jr. and Sachi Parker to Star in Reading of THE INTERRUPTED JOURNEY
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Twenty-five years ago, Shirley MacLaine and Richard Pryor were onstage together when they were inducted into the Comedy Hall of Fame, honoring them for their Lifetime Achievements on Stage, Television, and Film. On October 17, 2019, Richard Pryor Jr. and Shirley MacLaine's daughter, Sachi Parker, will be on stage together, costarring in a staged reading of 'THE INTERRUPTED JOURNEY' at the Actors Temple Theatre, NYC.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Twenty-five years ago, Shirley MacLaine and Richard Pryor were onstage together when they were inducted into the Comedy Hall of Fame, honoring them for their Lifetime Achievements on Stage, Television, and Film. On October 17, 2019, Richard Pryor Jr. and Shirley MacLaine's daughter, Sachi Parker, will be on stage together, costarring in a staged reading of 'THE INTERRUPTED JOURNEY' at the Actors Temple Theatre, NYC.
Bespoke Plays Expand To Bicoastal Readings
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Christine Boylan (THE PUNISHER, LEVERAGE), Ellie Pyle (SOURCES, BEGINNINGS), and Ryan McCurdy (ONCE, PIP'S ISLAND) have announced the official addition of a New York chapter to Bespoke Plays, which will make it the only bicoastal production company dedicated to industry readings of new plays. Boylan and Pyle will continue to co-produce Los Angeles with McCurdy as the New York associate.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Christine Boylan (THE PUNISHER, LEVERAGE), Ellie Pyle (SOURCES, BEGINNINGS), and Ryan McCurdy (ONCE, PIP'S ISLAND) have announced the official addition of a New York chapter to Bespoke Plays, which will make it the only bicoastal production company dedicated to industry readings of new plays. Boylan and Pyle will continue to co-produce Los Angeles with McCurdy as the New York associate.
Entertainment Lawyers Jonathan Gray and David F. Schwartz Launch New York Boutique Gray Schwartz LLP
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Jonathan Gray and David F. Schwartz today announced the launch of Gray Schwartz LLP, a boutique entertainment law firm concentrating on documentaries, non-fiction / unscripted content, and live theater.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2019
Jonathan Gray and David F. Schwartz today announced the launch of Gray Schwartz LLP, a boutique entertainment law firm concentrating on documentaries, non-fiction / unscripted content, and live theater.
TO BE YOUNG, GIFTED AND BLACK Set for Free Reading at Circle in the Square
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Celebrating the immortal words and trailblazing work of Lorraine Hansberry, The Circle Series will stage a special 50th anniversary reading of her posthumously-compiled work To Be Young, Gifted and Black on Monday, September 30 at 7pm. Produced by Circle in the Square Theatre School (Paul Libin, Present; Susan Frankel, COO), Pigasus Institute, and Rachel Shuey, the staged reading will be held at Broadway's Circle in the Square and is open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Celebrating the immortal words and trailblazing work of Lorraine Hansberry, The Circle Series will stage a special 50th anniversary reading of her posthumously-compiled work To Be Young, Gifted and Black on Monday, September 30 at 7pm. Produced by Circle in the Square Theatre School (Paul Libin, Present; Susan Frankel, COO), Pigasus Institute, and Rachel Shuey, the staged reading will be held at Broadway's Circle in the Square and is open to the public.
Samuel French Offers MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for Licensing
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Agatha Christie's Murder On The Orient Express is now available for licensing to both professional and amateur theatres in the United States and Canada through Samuel French, a Concord Theatricals company.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
Agatha Christie's Murder On The Orient Express is now available for licensing to both professional and amateur theatres in the United States and Canada through Samuel French, a Concord Theatricals company.
Dominic Fumusa and More Will Lead Industry Reading Of SEAGULLS ON SULLIVAN STREET
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
The Directors Company (Michael Parva, Artistic Director; Leah Michalos, Producing Director) is pleased to announce the next reading in its reading series, a new play by Anastasia Traina, directed by Jean Wagner, featuring Anna Bikales, Scott Cohen, Dominic Fumusa, Timothy Britten Parker,Joanne Tucker, and Ilana Levine.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2019
The Directors Company (Michael Parva, Artistic Director; Leah Michalos, Producing Director) is pleased to announce the next reading in its reading series, a new play by Anastasia Traina, directed by Jean Wagner, featuring Anna Bikales, Scott Cohen, Dominic Fumusa, Timothy Britten Parker,Joanne Tucker, and Ilana Levine.
Iyvon Edebiri Named Recipient of The Mark O'Donnell Prize
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2019
The Actors Fund and Playwrights Horizons announced today that New York City playwright Iyvon Edebiri is the 2019 recipient of a?oeThe Mark O'Donnell Prizea??, an annual prize presented to an emerging theater artist in recognition of her or his talent and promise.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2019
The Actors Fund and Playwrights Horizons announced today that New York City playwright Iyvon Edebiri is the 2019 recipient of a?oeThe Mark O'Donnell Prizea??, an annual prize presented to an emerging theater artist in recognition of her or his talent and promise.
Actors' Equity, Broadway League Reach Tentative Agreement For New Contract
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
Actors' Equity Association has reached a tentative agreement with the Broadway League for a new contract.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
Actors' Equity Association has reached a tentative agreement with the Broadway League for a new contract.
Photo Coverage: The First Annual Vince Rieger TriTix Industry Impact Award Presented at The TriTix Forum in NYC
by Walter McBride - September 23, 2019
The first annual Vince Rieger Tritix Industry Impact Award was presented to 40-year industry veteran Vince Rieger at the TriTix Regional Ticketing Forum on September 19, 2020. Vince Rieger, Senior Director of Business Development, Client/Product Services, at Shubert Ticketing, is known for his unwavering dedication to clients which have included hundreds of Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, non-profit theatres, sporting events, museums and attractions. The award, given by TriTix Chair, Kelly Brennan, was inspired by Vince's dedication and commitment to the ticketing industry and to reviving the TriTix organization over three years ago. Brennan said, 'Vince has played a pivotal role in ticketing for over 40 years, and his commitment to building a community within this industry has enhanced the careers of so many in NYC and across the country. We are honored to honor him in this way and to honor future impact-makers in his namesake for years to come.'
by Walter McBride - September 23, 2019
The first annual Vince Rieger Tritix Industry Impact Award was presented to 40-year industry veteran Vince Rieger at the TriTix Regional Ticketing Forum on September 19, 2020. Vince Rieger, Senior Director of Business Development, Client/Product Services, at Shubert Ticketing, is known for his unwavering dedication to clients which have included hundreds of Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, non-profit theatres, sporting events, museums and attractions. The award, given by TriTix Chair, Kelly Brennan, was inspired by Vince's dedication and commitment to the ticketing industry and to reviving the TriTix organization over three years ago. Brennan said, 'Vince has played a pivotal role in ticketing for over 40 years, and his commitment to building a community within this industry has enhanced the careers of so many in NYC and across the country. We are honored to honor him in this way and to honor future impact-makers in his namesake for years to come.'
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