TEDxBroadway Adds Eva Price, Drew Hodges, Karen Zacarias and More To Roster
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2019
The organizers of TEDxBroadway announce today five additional speakers who will take the stage when the popular event returns to New World Stages on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 to explore a?oeWhat's the BEST Broadway can be?a??
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2019
The organizers of TEDxBroadway announce today five additional speakers who will take the stage when the popular event returns to New World Stages on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 to explore a?oeWhat's the BEST Broadway can be?a??
WP Theater, The Tank and More Receive Andrew W. Mellon Foundation New York Theater Program
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
The Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York in partnership with The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation announce the recipients of the New York Theater Program (NYTP) for the July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2022 funding cycle.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
The Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York in partnership with The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation announce the recipients of the New York Theater Program (NYTP) for the July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2022 funding cycle.
American Theatre Wing Appoints Jane Chu, Clint Ramos and More to Board and Advisory Committee
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2019
The American Theatre Wing announces new appointments to its Board of Trustees and Advisory Committee
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2019
The American Theatre Wing announces new appointments to its Board of Trustees and Advisory Committee
TRU Offers Free Introduction To Producer Program on 8/20
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announces a Free Introduction to TRU's Producer Program on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Polaris North Studio, 245 W. 29th St, 4th floor, NYC.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announces a Free Introduction to TRU's Producer Program on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Polaris North Studio, 245 W. 29th St, 4th floor, NYC.
2019 American Alliance for Theatre & Education Awards Announces Winners
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
American Alliance for Theatre & Education has announced the winners of their 2019 awards. This annoucement comes before AATE's 32nd annual conference which will be held in dynamic and vibrant New York City from August 1-5, 2019. Take a look at the winners below!
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
American Alliance for Theatre & Education has announced the winners of their 2019 awards. This annoucement comes before AATE's 32nd annual conference which will be held in dynamic and vibrant New York City from August 1-5, 2019. Take a look at the winners below!
Desi Oakley and Jay Armstrong Johnson to Lead Reading of 'TIL DEATH DO US PART
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Winner of the SDSU New Musicals Initiative, 'TIL DEATH DO US PART tells the story of Gracie Jean, a spitfire from hardscrabble Tennessee, who is called to preach God's grace, and Matthew, heir apparent to small town Evangelical royalty, who struggles to rebel against his father while maintaining the privilege of his birth. When they meet, it's love at first sight. But what happens when a fairytale marriage becomes a battle of the sexes?
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
Winner of the SDSU New Musicals Initiative, 'TIL DEATH DO US PART tells the story of Gracie Jean, a spitfire from hardscrabble Tennessee, who is called to preach God's grace, and Matthew, heir apparent to small town Evangelical royalty, who struggles to rebel against his father while maintaining the privilege of his birth. When they meet, it's love at first sight. But what happens when a fairytale marriage becomes a battle of the sexes?
Photo Coverage: Inside the Retirement Celebration for Broadway Press Rep Sam Rudy!
by Walter McBride - July 18, 2019
Theatrical press rep extraordinaire Sam Rudy recently announced his retirement from the Broadway scene. Rudy began his Broadway career as a press assistant for the 1979 play Strider. Since then, his Sam Rudy Media Relations has represented thirteen Broadway shows and many more off-Broadway productions, including Avenue Q and Hamilton. Some of Rudy's Broadway friends got together to toast his retirement and BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the very special event below!
by Walter McBride - July 18, 2019
Theatrical press rep extraordinaire Sam Rudy recently announced his retirement from the Broadway scene. Rudy began his Broadway career as a press assistant for the 1979 play Strider. Since then, his Sam Rudy Media Relations has represented thirteen Broadway shows and many more off-Broadway productions, including Avenue Q and Hamilton. Some of Rudy's Broadway friends got together to toast his retirement and BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the very special event below!
Architect Theatrical, New Theatre General Management Office Announced With Ryan Conway
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2019
Today, Ryan Conway announces the launch of ARCHITECT THEATRICAL, a full service Broadway and Off-Broadway theatrical general management and production company.
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2019
Today, Ryan Conway announces the launch of ARCHITECT THEATRICAL, a full service Broadway and Off-Broadway theatrical general management and production company.
The Ziegfeld Club, Inc. Announces the Return of the Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
The Ziegfeld Club, Inc. announces that they will offer the Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award for the Fifth consecutive year in a row.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
The Ziegfeld Club, Inc. announces that they will offer the Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award for the Fifth consecutive year in a row.
Beth Leavel to Lead Industry Reading of CONVERSATIONS WITH MOTHER
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel will play the title role in an industry reading of Matthew Lombardo's new two-character comedy CONVERSATIONS WITH MOTHER to be directed by Noah Himmelstein.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel will play the title role in an industry reading of Matthew Lombardo's new two-character comedy CONVERSATIONS WITH MOTHER to be directed by Noah Himmelstein.
Dan Domenech And Fearless Young Artists To Present Three Industry Readings
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2019
Fearless Young Artists Productions under the supervision of LaQuest Sharnell Pringle, will present 3 invitation only readings of the Critically acclaimed plays Closer (Patrick Marber), The Submission (Jeff Talbot) and The Dead Guy (Eric Colbe) on July 15th, 17th and 19th directed by Rock of Ages star and Heathers: The Musical alum, Dan Domenech. Cast members include Jordan McDonald, LaQuet Sharnell Pringle (Memphis, Sweet Charity), Zen Pace (Narcissus), Ryan Kay, Lambert Tamin (Klein Syndicate) & Renata Soares (Out of Water - A Brazillian Pocket Musical).
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2019
Fearless Young Artists Productions under the supervision of LaQuest Sharnell Pringle, will present 3 invitation only readings of the Critically acclaimed plays Closer (Patrick Marber), The Submission (Jeff Talbot) and The Dead Guy (Eric Colbe) on July 15th, 17th and 19th directed by Rock of Ages star and Heathers: The Musical alum, Dan Domenech. Cast members include Jordan McDonald, LaQuet Sharnell Pringle (Memphis, Sweet Charity), Zen Pace (Narcissus), Ryan Kay, Lambert Tamin (Klein Syndicate) & Renata Soares (Out of Water - A Brazillian Pocket Musical).
Submissions Now Open For Grammy Awards' Musical Theater Album Category
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Submissions are now open for the Grammy Awards' Musical Theater Album category.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Submissions are now open for the Grammy Awards' Musical Theater Album category.
Literary Managers And Dramaturgs Of The Americas Announces 2019 Grant Recipients
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2019
LMDA has announced the recipients of its 2018-19 grants and awards programs.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2019
LMDA has announced the recipients of its 2018-19 grants and awards programs.
The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales Welcomes Marketing Agents Diana Salameh & Erik Piepenburg
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2019
There are endless ways someone can be involved in the theatre without actually being on stage. Diana Salameh & Erik Piepenburg are wonderful examples of how you can turn your love and passion into your job.
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2019
There are endless ways someone can be involved in the theatre without actually being on stage. Diana Salameh & Erik Piepenburg are wonderful examples of how you can turn your love and passion into your job.
4th Annual Broadway Golf Outing Announced At Crystal Springs Golf Club and Resort
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2019
For the fourth consecutive year, people around the Broadway community are coming together to play a round of golf! The 4th Annual Broadway Golf Outing will take place on Monday August 12, 2019 at 12:15pm and will raise money for Broadway Cares Equity Fights AIDS. The event is open to anyone associated with the business in any capacity (musicians, stage hands, wardrobe, hair, casting, front of house staff, etc.). Over the first three years, more than 115 different people have played representing over 20 Broadway shows, and including such notable participants as Richard Blake, Jeremy Jordan, and Aaron Tveit.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2019
For the fourth consecutive year, people around the Broadway community are coming together to play a round of golf! The 4th Annual Broadway Golf Outing will take place on Monday August 12, 2019 at 12:15pm and will raise money for Broadway Cares Equity Fights AIDS. The event is open to anyone associated with the business in any capacity (musicians, stage hands, wardrobe, hair, casting, front of house staff, etc.). Over the first three years, more than 115 different people have played representing over 20 Broadway shows, and including such notable participants as Richard Blake, Jeremy Jordan, and Aaron Tveit.
ALICE IN WONDERLAND: AN X-RATED MUSICAL FANTASY To Hold Industry Reading Starring Alanna Saunders And Joey Arias
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2019
An industry reading of ALICE IN WONDERLAND: AN X-RATED MUSICAL FANTASY will be held on Thursday, August 15th in New York City. ALICE IN WONDERLAND: AN X-RATED MUSICAL FANTASY is a new musical with Music by Harrison Beck, and Book and Lyrics by Maya Kates and Harrison Beck.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2019
An industry reading of ALICE IN WONDERLAND: AN X-RATED MUSICAL FANTASY will be held on Thursday, August 15th in New York City. ALICE IN WONDERLAND: AN X-RATED MUSICAL FANTASY is a new musical with Music by Harrison Beck, and Book and Lyrics by Maya Kates and Harrison Beck.
New Justin McDevitt Play HONEY FITZ to Receive Staged Reading
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2019
Check out the first staged reading of Honey Fitz the new full length drama by up-and-coming playwright Justin McDevitt.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2019
Check out the first staged reading of Honey Fitz the new full length drama by up-and-coming playwright Justin McDevitt.
Alice Ripley and More Join Reading of THE ALCHEMIST
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
Red Bull Theater today announced that Tom Riis Farrell, Glenn Fleshler, and Alice Ripley would join the next REVELATION READING, Ben Jonson's THE ALCHEMIST, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher and directed by Jesse Berger, along with the previously announced Duane Boutte, Christopher Fitzgerald, John Glover, Tracie Lane, Teresa Avia Lim, Euan Morton, Noah Robbins, Steve Rosen, and Spiff Weigand.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
Red Bull Theater today announced that Tom Riis Farrell, Glenn Fleshler, and Alice Ripley would join the next REVELATION READING, Ben Jonson's THE ALCHEMIST, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher and directed by Jesse Berger, along with the previously announced Duane Boutte, Christopher Fitzgerald, John Glover, Tracie Lane, Teresa Avia Lim, Euan Morton, Noah Robbins, Steve Rosen, and Spiff Weigand.
Shubert Organization Receives Award at NY Landmarks Conservancy's Chairman's Award Luncheon
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
The New York Landmarks Conservancy held its 31st Annual Chairman's Award Luncheon at The Metropolitan Club in Manhattan on June 5, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
The New York Landmarks Conservancy held its 31st Annual Chairman's Award Luncheon at The Metropolitan Club in Manhattan on June 5, 2019.
The Lavender Effect's Presents #QUEERSTORY Performance Series For World Pride and the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
LGBTQ+ HISTORY PROJECT THE LAVENDER EFFECT is pleased to present, in celebration of this year's historic 50th Anniversary of Stonewall and World Pride in New York City, the award-winning LGBTQ+ play ELECTRICITY which chronicles the LGBTQ+ journey of two Gay men from Stonewall to today.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
LGBTQ+ HISTORY PROJECT THE LAVENDER EFFECT is pleased to present, in celebration of this year's historic 50th Anniversary of Stonewall and World Pride in New York City, the award-winning LGBTQ+ play ELECTRICITY which chronicles the LGBTQ+ journey of two Gay men from Stonewall to today.
Vanessa Williams, Paulo Szot, and Jason Gotay To Star In Development Reading of New Musical CHERI
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
The development of the musical version of CHERI, with book/lyrics by Teri Hansen and music by Chabrier, Chopin, Debussy, de Falla, Duparc, Ravel, and Satie, directed by Dontee Kiehn (Associate Director: An American In Paris), musical direction by Andy Einhorn (Carousel), and choreography by Parker Esse (Helen Hayes Award 2018,2019), continues with a weeklong private industry reading in Manhattan August 5-12.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
The development of the musical version of CHERI, with book/lyrics by Teri Hansen and music by Chabrier, Chopin, Debussy, de Falla, Duparc, Ravel, and Satie, directed by Dontee Kiehn (Associate Director: An American In Paris), musical direction by Andy Einhorn (Carousel), and choreography by Parker Esse (Helen Hayes Award 2018,2019), continues with a weeklong private industry reading in Manhattan August 5-12.
HAMILTON, Cirque Du Soleil & Disney Theatrical Group Execs Join Clio Entertainment Jury
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Clio Entertainment, the original and definitive international awards program celebrating creativity in marketing the entertainment business, today announced the renowned leaders that will comprise its first-ever Live Entertainment jury.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Clio Entertainment, the original and definitive international awards program celebrating creativity in marketing the entertainment business, today announced the renowned leaders that will comprise its first-ever Live Entertainment jury.
INDUSTRY: Social Insight Report - June 10th - HADESTOWN Tops Broadway Social Media Growth Post Tonys!
by Alan Henry - June 10, 2019
The top growing current Broadway musicals were Hadestown (6.39%), Aladdin (6.22%), Beetlejuice (4.63%), Oklahoma! (3.92%) and Tootsie The Musical (3.53%). The top growing current Broadway plays were Frankie and Johnny (8.42%), What The Constitution Means to Me (3.78%), Hillary and Clinton (3.38%), Burn This(1.65%) and King Lear (1.53%).
by Alan Henry - June 10, 2019
The top growing current Broadway musicals were Hadestown (6.39%), Aladdin (6.22%), Beetlejuice (4.63%), Oklahoma! (3.92%) and Tootsie The Musical (3.53%). The top growing current Broadway plays were Frankie and Johnny (8.42%), What The Constitution Means to Me (3.78%), Hillary and Clinton (3.38%), Burn This(1.65%) and King Lear (1.53%).
Ali Ewoldt, Donna Vivino, And Analise Scarpaci To Lead Cast Of Original Song Cycle Industry Reading RECOVERING MY SONG
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2019
Ali Ewoldt (The Phantom of The Opera, Les Miserables), Donna Vivino (Wicked, Les Miserables), Analise Scarpaci (A Christmas Story, Matilda), Gayle Turner (The Wiz), Lana Schwartz (Endangered Off Broadway), and Nate Kassas will sing in a private staged reading of composer Virginia Hart Pike's latest work - Recovering My Song: Songs About Women. The piece will be directed by Laura Pietropinto.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2019
Ali Ewoldt (The Phantom of The Opera, Les Miserables), Donna Vivino (Wicked, Les Miserables), Analise Scarpaci (A Christmas Story, Matilda), Gayle Turner (The Wiz), Lana Schwartz (Endangered Off Broadway), and Nate Kassas will sing in a private staged reading of composer Virginia Hart Pike's latest work - Recovering My Song: Songs About Women. The piece will be directed by Laura Pietropinto.
JUNIE B.'S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL Is Now Available For Licensing Through MTI
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has announced the all-new musical Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School for the Theatre for Young Audiences Collection (TYA) is now available for licensing. TYA musicals are family-friendly shows with abbreviated running times written for a small cast of adults to perform for children.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has announced the all-new musical Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School for the Theatre for Young Audiences Collection (TYA) is now available for licensing. TYA musicals are family-friendly shows with abbreviated running times written for a small cast of adults to perform for children.
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