Downtown Music Publishing to Represent George Gershwin Catalog
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 30, 2019
Downtown Music Publishing has signed a publishing administration and catalog marketing agreement for the George Gershwin catalog with the Godowsky family and Heyward Memorial Fund, respective successors to the historic American songwriter and Porgy and Bess authors DuBose and Dorothy Heyward. In addition to many of Gershwin's preeminent works, the agreement includes management of more than 300 previously unpublished songs by Gershwin that have been largely unavailable since their discovery in the 1980s.
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 30, 2019
Downtown Music Publishing has signed a publishing administration and catalog marketing agreement for the George Gershwin catalog with the Godowsky family and Heyward Memorial Fund, respective successors to the historic American songwriter and Porgy and Bess authors DuBose and Dorothy Heyward. In addition to many of Gershwin's preeminent works, the agreement includes management of more than 300 previously unpublished songs by Gershwin that have been largely unavailable since their discovery in the 1980s.
SDCF Appoints Rebecca Hewett As Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), has appointed Rebecca Hewett as its Executive Director beginning May 13, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), has appointed Rebecca Hewett as its Executive Director beginning May 13, 2019.
Victoria Clark & Jerry Dixon to Co-Direct Industry Presentation of New Musical HANSEL & GRETL & HEIDI & GÜNTER
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
The new musical Hansel & Gretl & Heidi & Gunter, which will have its West Coast premiere at Village Theatre outside of Seattle in 2020, will receive an industry reading co-directed by Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark (The Light in the Piazza) and Jerry Dixon (If/Then) on May 3, 2019 at 3PM.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
The new musical Hansel & Gretl & Heidi & Gunter, which will have its West Coast premiere at Village Theatre outside of Seattle in 2020, will receive an industry reading co-directed by Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark (The Light in the Piazza) and Jerry Dixon (If/Then) on May 3, 2019 at 3PM.
Theatre Exec Brian Sherman Launches New Lit Agency, IPEX Theatrical Artists
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
Long-time theatre business and licensing executive Brian Sherman today announced the launch of IPEX Theatrical Artists (ITA), a new theatrical literary agency and management company. Mr. Sherman leads ITA as its Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2019
Long-time theatre business and licensing executive Brian Sherman today announced the launch of IPEX Theatrical Artists (ITA), a new theatrical literary agency and management company. Mr. Sherman leads ITA as its Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
Local 802 AFM Theater Musicians Launch 'Musicians Of Broadway' Website
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
The musicians who perform in Broadway productions have launched "Musicians of Broadway," a new website telling the stories of the union music professionals who bring theater to life in New York City. The website is available to the public at www.musiciansofbroadway.com.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
The musicians who perform in Broadway productions have launched "Musicians of Broadway," a new website telling the stories of the union music professionals who bring theater to life in New York City. The website is available to the public at www.musiciansofbroadway.com.
Golden, Gray, and Lampert Star in Reading of THE TATTOOED LADY
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat is producing a reading of the new musical THE TATTOOED LADY, book by Obie-winner Erin Courtney, music and lyrics by Lucille Lortel-winner Max Vernon, and direction by Ellie Heyman. THE TATTOOED LADY was selected for Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's Triple R program, giving the writers 2 readings and a residency to do extensive development of their musical in a compressed time frame.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2019
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat is producing a reading of the new musical THE TATTOOED LADY, book by Obie-winner Erin Courtney, music and lyrics by Lucille Lortel-winner Max Vernon, and direction by Ellie Heyman. THE TATTOOED LADY was selected for Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's Triple R program, giving the writers 2 readings and a residency to do extensive development of their musical in a compressed time frame.
Photo Flash: Christy Altomare Teaches Master Class at Broadway Workshop
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2019
On Saturday, April 13th, Broadway star Christy Altomare, taught a one-day Master Class at Broadway Workshop in New York City. Students in the master class had the opportunity to work with Christy Altomare on song interpretation and audition technique, and received individual feedback and coaching.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2019
On Saturday, April 13th, Broadway star Christy Altomare, taught a one-day Master Class at Broadway Workshop in New York City. Students in the master class had the opportunity to work with Christy Altomare on song interpretation and audition technique, and received individual feedback and coaching.
Sean Cercone Acquires Broadway Licensing
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2019
Theatrical licensing company, Broadway Licensing has been purchased by the company's President Sean Cercone, backed by international strategic partner The Antelope Group, from former owner Elliott Azrak of VENTURESOME.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2019
Theatrical licensing company, Broadway Licensing has been purchased by the company's President Sean Cercone, backed by international strategic partner The Antelope Group, from former owner Elliott Azrak of VENTURESOME.
Theater Resources Unlimited Presents The April Panel
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2019
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) presents the April Panel, HELP! Resources to Make Producing a Little Easier on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 7:30pm (networking at 7pm) at Polaris North, 245 W. 29th Street, 4th floor, NYC, 10001. This panel is free for TRU members; $12.50 for non-members in advance ($15 at door).
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2019
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) presents the April Panel, HELP! Resources to Make Producing a Little Easier on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 7:30pm (networking at 7pm) at Polaris North, 245 W. 29th Street, 4th floor, NYC, 10001. This panel is free for TRU members; $12.50 for non-members in advance ($15 at door).
Lively McCabe Entertainment Expands New York Offices
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2019
Lively McCabe Entertainment Co-President Michael Barra proudly announces the expansion of their Columbus Circle office with the hiring of two key executives, Darnetha Lincoln M'Baye and Molly Israel Paul. Ms. M'Baye has joined the company as VP, Head of Music and will be responsible for managing the company's content partnerships with the major music publishers, as well as overseeing the packaging of all music intellectual property elements into the company's stage, film, and television development slates. Also joining Lively McCabe this month is Molly Israel Paul, who will serve as Creative Executive, focusing on the development of new plays adapted from existing IP for the company's exclusive HollyWay collection at Dramatists Play Service. Lively McCabe is also pleased to announce that Jen Bender and Allison Bressi will begin working with the company this month as Creative Development Consultants and will each oversee the development of select stage musicals on behalf of the company.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2019
Lively McCabe Entertainment Co-President Michael Barra proudly announces the expansion of their Columbus Circle office with the hiring of two key executives, Darnetha Lincoln M'Baye and Molly Israel Paul. Ms. M'Baye has joined the company as VP, Head of Music and will be responsible for managing the company's content partnerships with the major music publishers, as well as overseeing the packaging of all music intellectual property elements into the company's stage, film, and television development slates. Also joining Lively McCabe this month is Molly Israel Paul, who will serve as Creative Executive, focusing on the development of new plays adapted from existing IP for the company's exclusive HollyWay collection at Dramatists Play Service. Lively McCabe is also pleased to announce that Jen Bender and Allison Bressi will begin working with the company this month as Creative Development Consultants and will each oversee the development of select stage musicals on behalf of the company.
Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) Announces Panels & Speakers
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2019
The fifth annual Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) will feature over thirty Broadway Stage Managers and Professionals in an incredible array of panels addressing important aspects of the art and craft of stage management. As the leaders of a theatrical company, stage managers are responsible for the mounting, maintenance and running of a show. They deal with a wide variety of issues and need to be well-versed in both production processes and people skills. The BSMS provides a unique forum to engage with top professionals on numerous topics important to stage managers at all levels.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2019
The fifth annual Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) will feature over thirty Broadway Stage Managers and Professionals in an incredible array of panels addressing important aspects of the art and craft of stage management. As the leaders of a theatrical company, stage managers are responsible for the mounting, maintenance and running of a show. They deal with a wide variety of issues and need to be well-versed in both production processes and people skills. The BSMS provides a unique forum to engage with top professionals on numerous topics important to stage managers at all levels.
Paige Davis & Ali Stroker Join The Annual Broadway Bee!
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2019
Broadway Bound Kids will host the fourth annual Broadway Bee on Monday, May 6, 2019 at 7 PM at Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker Street). An adults-only spelling bee, the Broadway Bee features actors from hit Broadway shows competing in a hilarious live event while raising funds to provide performing arts opportunities for NYC youth.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2019
Broadway Bound Kids will host the fourth annual Broadway Bee on Monday, May 6, 2019 at 7 PM at Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker Street). An adults-only spelling bee, the Broadway Bee features actors from hit Broadway shows competing in a hilarious live event while raising funds to provide performing arts opportunities for NYC youth.
SAG-AFTRA Dedicates The Mike Hodge Executive Conference Room In New York
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2019
SAG-AFTRA today dedicated its signature conference room in its New York office to the late New York Local President and national Vice President Mike Hodge.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2019
SAG-AFTRA today dedicated its signature conference room in its New York office to the late New York Local President and national Vice President Mike Hodge.
Industry Heads Explore Broadway Workplace Issues In New Podcast 'Stuck'
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2019
A new podcast from industry insiders has recently launched exploring issues in the workplace within the Broadway community.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2019
A new podcast from industry insiders has recently launched exploring issues in the workplace within the Broadway community.
Jeremy Jordan, Teal Wicks and Bobby Conte Thornton Lead Reading Of New Musical IN THE LIGHT Today
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2019
Jeremy Jordan, Teal Wicks and Bobby Conte Thornton will star in reading of new musical In The Light, a Faustian tale.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2019
Jeremy Jordan, Teal Wicks and Bobby Conte Thornton will star in reading of new musical In The Light, a Faustian tale.
Ashley Griffin's New Play THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE To Receive Reading At A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2019
A down on his luck hustler and a trust fund baby form an unlikely bond when she hires him to help her move past her sexual trauma. But their search for intimacy must survive darker inclinations in a world where love is a commodity.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2019
A down on his luck hustler and a trust fund baby form an unlikely bond when she hires him to help her move past her sexual trauma. But their search for intimacy must survive darker inclinations in a world where love is a commodity.
Kilimanjaro Live Joins Forces With Joshua Andrews To Form Kilimanjaro Theatricals
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2019
Stuart Galbraith, the Director and Founder of Kilimanjaro Live Group, and theatre producer Joshua Andrews have announced the creation of Kilimanjaro Theatricals, a new entity which will produce (and co-produce) theatrical ventures in New York, across the U.K. and beyond.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2019
Stuart Galbraith, the Director and Founder of Kilimanjaro Live Group, and theatre producer Joshua Andrews have announced the creation of Kilimanjaro Theatricals, a new entity which will produce (and co-produce) theatrical ventures in New York, across the U.K. and beyond.
SAG-AFTRA Backs Legislation To End Nonconsensual Digital Sex Scenes And Nudity
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2019
SAG-AFTRA today announces its support for California Senate Bill 564, which bans the creation and dissemination of nonconsensual, digitally created sex scenes and nude performances.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2019
SAG-AFTRA today announces its support for California Senate Bill 564, which bans the creation and dissemination of nonconsensual, digitally created sex scenes and nude performances.
Equity Regional Theatre Report Shows Upward Momentum In Earnings And Member Work Weeks
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2019
New York For the second consecutive year, Actors' Equity Association, the national union representing more than 51,000 theatre actors and stage managers across the country, released its Regional Theatre Report. This report analyzed the job opportunities available to members in each of Equity's 28 Liaison Areas around the country.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2019
New York For the second consecutive year, Actors' Equity Association, the national union representing more than 51,000 theatre actors and stage managers across the country, released its Regional Theatre Report. This report analyzed the job opportunities available to members in each of Equity's 28 Liaison Areas around the country.
Broadway Advocacy Coalition Announces First Quarterly Community Gathering
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2019
Broadway Advocacy Coalition? announces its first quarterly Community Gathering, to be held on April 1st, 2019 at 7:00pm in the lobby of Signature Theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2019
Broadway Advocacy Coalition? announces its first quarterly Community Gathering, to be held on April 1st, 2019 at 7:00pm in the lobby of Signature Theater.
Podcast Exclusive: The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales: Patti Murin
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2019
This episode is the final part of the Frozen takeover of The Theatre Podcast for the month of March. Be sure to follow @theatre_podcast on Instagram for all this month's surprises.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2019
This episode is the final part of the Frozen takeover of The Theatre Podcast for the month of March. Be sure to follow @theatre_podcast on Instagram for all this month's surprises.
JAILBIRDS ON BROADWAY To Have Industry Reading This Week
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
JAILBIRDS ON BROADWAY by Tony Nominated writers Cheri & Bill Steinkellner (Sister Act), with music by Jeff Rizzo will receive an invitation-only industry developmental reading in NYC on Monday, March 25 at 4pm. Directed by Glenn Casale, with Musical Direction by Andrew Bourgoin.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
JAILBIRDS ON BROADWAY by Tony Nominated writers Cheri & Bill Steinkellner (Sister Act), with music by Jeff Rizzo will receive an invitation-only industry developmental reading in NYC on Monday, March 25 at 4pm. Directed by Glenn Casale, with Musical Direction by Andrew Bourgoin.
Lea DeLaria and Charles Busch Star in One-Night-Only Reading of SIR PATIENT FANCY
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
Red Bull Theater today announced the cast for the next REVELATION READING, Aphra Behn's SIR PATIENT FANCY, directed by Leigh Silverman: Whitney Maris Brown, Charles Busch, Lea DeLaria, Zachary Fine, Gibson Frazier, Kendyl Ito, Kristolyn Lloyd, Cherie Corinne Rice, Austin Smith, Amelia Workman and more to be announced!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
Red Bull Theater today announced the cast for the next REVELATION READING, Aphra Behn's SIR PATIENT FANCY, directed by Leigh Silverman: Whitney Maris Brown, Charles Busch, Lea DeLaria, Zachary Fine, Gibson Frazier, Kendyl Ito, Kristolyn Lloyd, Cherie Corinne Rice, Austin Smith, Amelia Workman and more to be announced!
Amy Herzog and Heidi Schreck Named Co-Recipients of the Horton Foote Award
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2019
The Dramatists Guild of America is proud to announce they will present the 2019 Horton Foote Playwriting Award to playwrights Amy Herzog and Heidi Schreck at the Dramatists Guild's annual awards presentations in July. The Richenthal Foundation is again sponsoring the award. Each writer will receive a $12,500 prize.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2019
The Dramatists Guild of America is proud to announce they will present the 2019 Horton Foote Playwriting Award to playwrights Amy Herzog and Heidi Schreck at the Dramatists Guild's annual awards presentations in July. The Richenthal Foundation is again sponsoring the award. Each writer will receive a $12,500 prize.
Everett Quinton And Charles Baran Star In Industry Reading Of AUNT JACK
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2019
Unstoppable Theater in association with Less Than Rent Theatre will present a private, industry reading of AUNT JACK by S.P. Monahan on Monday, March 25th, at 7pm. Directed by John Lampe, the reading will star Charles Baran, Shauna Bloom, S.P. Monahan, Christopher Reyes, Morgan Sullivan, and Everett Quinton (The Mystery of Irma Vep).
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2019
Unstoppable Theater in association with Less Than Rent Theatre will present a private, industry reading of AUNT JACK by S.P. Monahan on Monday, March 25th, at 7pm. Directed by John Lampe, the reading will star Charles Baran, Shauna Bloom, S.P. Monahan, Christopher Reyes, Morgan Sullivan, and Everett Quinton (The Mystery of Irma Vep).
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