Michael Cassel Group Appointment Signals Expansion
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2019
The Michael Cassel Group has announced the appointment of Allie McCann to the newly created role of Head of Development.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2019
The Michael Cassel Group has announced the appointment of Allie McCann to the newly created role of Head of Development.
Samuel French Announces Schools to Be Awarded with Royalty-Free CHICAGO: HIGH SCHOOL EDITION
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2019
Samuel French, Inc. announces the winners of The Chicago High School Edition Razzle Dazzle Competition, a national competition for teens that celebrates the meaningful impact that the performing arts have on their growth and development. Submissions were received from over 27 states across the country representing theatre programs in both urban and rural settings.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2019
Samuel French, Inc. announces the winners of The Chicago High School Edition Razzle Dazzle Competition, a national competition for teens that celebrates the meaningful impact that the performing arts have on their growth and development. Submissions were received from over 27 states across the country representing theatre programs in both urban and rural settings.
44 West Entertainment Welcomes Manager Rochel Saks
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
44 West Entertainment will welcome manager Rochel Saks to the organization. She joins manager/owner Steve Maihack and is actively signing clients. Rochel has spent the last 16 years as a successful CPA while also cultivating relationships with some of the finest actors and casting directors in New York. She brings with her a background in producing and development, as well as a strong passion for guiding and developing the careers of actors.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
44 West Entertainment will welcome manager Rochel Saks to the organization. She joins manager/owner Steve Maihack and is actively signing clients. Rochel has spent the last 16 years as a successful CPA while also cultivating relationships with some of the finest actors and casting directors in New York. She brings with her a background in producing and development, as well as a strong passion for guiding and developing the careers of actors.
Henry Timms Named President and CEO of Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has appointed Henry Timms. Timms brings with him a deep expertise in the arts and culture, digital, and non-profit sectors as the next President and Chief Executive Officer, Board Chair Katherine Farley announced today. Timms will join Lincoln Center in early May 2019.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has appointed Henry Timms. Timms brings with him a deep expertise in the arts and culture, digital, and non-profit sectors as the next President and Chief Executive Officer, Board Chair Katherine Farley announced today. Timms will join Lincoln Center in early May 2019.
Musicals Tonight To Present 29 Hour Reading Of New Cole Porter Musical
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Musicals Tonight,which has revived one hundred musicals since 1998, will be producing its first new musical, THE FIVE MINUTE DAN MCGEE.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Musicals Tonight,which has revived one hundred musicals since 1998, will be producing its first new musical, THE FIVE MINUTE DAN MCGEE.
Stephen Nachamie To Direct Reading Of PRIDE & PREJUDICE Musical Starring DeLaney Westfall
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Stephen Nachamie (She Loves Me) will direct an industry reading of the new musical Pride & Prejudice - the Musical, with book, music and lyrics by Lawrence Rush, on February 18th and 19th featuring DeLaney Westfall (Kinky Boots, Side Show, Sweeney Todd) as Elizabeth Bennet.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Stephen Nachamie (She Loves Me) will direct an industry reading of the new musical Pride & Prejudice - the Musical, with book, music and lyrics by Lawrence Rush, on February 18th and 19th featuring DeLaney Westfall (Kinky Boots, Side Show, Sweeney Todd) as Elizabeth Bennet.
Billy Porter, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Morgan James And More Join The Roster Of The Cast Digital Agency
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2019
THE CAST announced today that six additional Broadway stars have joined the roster of the new digital agency focused squarely on brokering unique partnerships between today's top brands and Broadway's most powerful influencers. Rounding out the agency's "Leading Player" board will be Tony and Grammy Award-winners Billy Porter and Marissa Jaret Winokur along with recording artist Morgan James, Christy Altomare, Josh Strickland, and Andrew Chapelle.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2019
THE CAST announced today that six additional Broadway stars have joined the roster of the new digital agency focused squarely on brokering unique partnerships between today's top brands and Broadway's most powerful influencers. Rounding out the agency's "Leading Player" board will be Tony and Grammy Award-winners Billy Porter and Marissa Jaret Winokur along with recording artist Morgan James, Christy Altomare, Josh Strickland, and Andrew Chapelle.
64th Annual Drama Desk Awards Will Be Presented on June 2 at Town Hall
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2019
It has just been announced that the 64th annual Drama Desk Awards will take place on June 2, 2019 at 8:00p.m. at The Town Hall, presented by Broadway Brands.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2019
It has just been announced that the 64th annual Drama Desk Awards will take place on June 2, 2019 at 8:00p.m. at The Town Hall, presented by Broadway Brands.
CPLG Will Represent Webber's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, CATS, and STARLIGHT EXPRESS
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
CPLG has been appointed worldwide licensing agent by Andrew Lloyd Webber'sThe Really Useful Group, to represent the composer's best-known, award-winning musicals - The Phantom of the Opera, CATS and Starlight Express.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
CPLG has been appointed worldwide licensing agent by Andrew Lloyd Webber'sThe Really Useful Group, to represent the composer's best-known, award-winning musicals - The Phantom of the Opera, CATS and Starlight Express.
Williamstown Theatre Festival Announces New Staff
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
Williamstown Theatre Festival (Mandy Greenfield, Artistic Director) has announced exciting new staff appointments today. Ken-Matt Martin will succeed Brandon Kahn as the Producing Director of WTF. His full bio is below.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
Williamstown Theatre Festival (Mandy Greenfield, Artistic Director) has announced exciting new staff appointments today. Ken-Matt Martin will succeed Brandon Kahn as the Producing Director of WTF. His full bio is below.
GOLDSTEIN is Now Available for Licensing Through Steele Spring Stage Rights
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
Steele Spring Stage Rights, the licensing company that represents The Marvelous Wonderettes, has just acquired the licensing and theatrical performance rights to the off-Broadway musical about a family and its complicated history with a book by Charlie Schulman and music and lyrics by Michael Roberts.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
Steele Spring Stage Rights, the licensing company that represents The Marvelous Wonderettes, has just acquired the licensing and theatrical performance rights to the off-Broadway musical about a family and its complicated history with a book by Charlie Schulman and music and lyrics by Michael Roberts.
Steele Spring Stage Rights Acquires Rights to GOD SAVE QUEEN PAM, THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2019
Steele Spring Stage Rights, the licensing company that represents The Marvelous Wonderettes, has just acquired the licensing and theatrical performance rights to God Save Queen Pam, the off-Broadway musical comedy by Erin Murray Quinlan about a working-class girl from New Jersey, who by an accident of succession gets ripped from her barstool and is seated on the throne as the Queen of England.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2019
Steele Spring Stage Rights, the licensing company that represents The Marvelous Wonderettes, has just acquired the licensing and theatrical performance rights to God Save Queen Pam, the off-Broadway musical comedy by Erin Murray Quinlan about a working-class girl from New Jersey, who by an accident of succession gets ripped from her barstool and is seated on the throne as the Queen of England.
Seth Tucker To Star In I AM MY OWN WIFE At Phoenix Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
This Pulitzer and Tony award-winning one-man show is based on the true story of Charlotte Mahlsdorf, an East German transgender woman. Based on her autobiography and interviews conducted by the playwright, Doug Wright, the play is a vivid portrayal by one actor of over thirty different characters, featuring one unique person whose ability to endure and survive the Nazi onslaught and the repressive East German regime, is a fascinating, morally complex and stirring tale.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
This Pulitzer and Tony award-winning one-man show is based on the true story of Charlotte Mahlsdorf, an East German transgender woman. Based on her autobiography and interviews conducted by the playwright, Doug Wright, the play is a vivid portrayal by one actor of over thirty different characters, featuring one unique person whose ability to endure and survive the Nazi onslaught and the repressive East German regime, is a fascinating, morally complex and stirring tale.
HBO Exec Andrew Goldman Joins Team at Fathom Events
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
As leading event cinema distributor Fathom Events continues to push event cinema forward, meeting audience demand for exceptional content, the company is enhancing its programming team with the appointment of Andrew Goldman as Vice President of Programming.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
As leading event cinema distributor Fathom Events continues to push event cinema forward, meeting audience demand for exceptional content, the company is enhancing its programming team with the appointment of Andrew Goldman as Vice President of Programming.
Photo Flash: Meet the Fellows of The Drama League's DirectorFest 2019: The 35th Annual Directors Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
The Drama League presents DirectorFest 2019: The 35th Annual Directors Festival, the only festival in the United States exploring the art of contemporary stage directing, now in its 35th year. The festival will include six fully-staged productions, a showcase evening of a new musical, discussion forums, and conversations with notable American directors. DirectorFest will take place at various locations around NYC: New Ohio Theatre (154 Christopher Street), The Drama League Theater Center (32 Avenue of the Americas), LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (31-10 Thompson Avenue, Long Island City), and Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette Street). Festival programming, tickets and additional details are available at www.directorfest.org, or by calling (212) 244-9494.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
The Drama League presents DirectorFest 2019: The 35th Annual Directors Festival, the only festival in the United States exploring the art of contemporary stage directing, now in its 35th year. The festival will include six fully-staged productions, a showcase evening of a new musical, discussion forums, and conversations with notable American directors. DirectorFest will take place at various locations around NYC: New Ohio Theatre (154 Christopher Street), The Drama League Theater Center (32 Avenue of the Americas), LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (31-10 Thompson Avenue, Long Island City), and Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette Street). Festival programming, tickets and additional details are available at www.directorfest.org, or by calling (212) 244-9494.
The Actors Fund & MPTF Team To Provide Health Insurance Counseling Services
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
MPTF and The Actors Fund announced today a collaboration to create Entertainment Health Insurance Solutions (EHIS), which will provide health insurance counseling services to members of the entertainment and performing arts community. While the two organizations have worked together in supporting industry members through social services programs, EHIS is the first direct collaboration between MPTF and The Actors Fund. Health insurance specialists will be located at two Actors Fund locations, at the SAG-AFTRA Building and at I.A.T.S.E. Local 80 in Burbank, and at two MPTF locations in Woodland Hills and MPTF offices in Burbank. EHIS offers comprehensive, unbiased, one-on-one health insurance counseling, enrollment, and referrals for industry members and their families.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
MPTF and The Actors Fund announced today a collaboration to create Entertainment Health Insurance Solutions (EHIS), which will provide health insurance counseling services to members of the entertainment and performing arts community. While the two organizations have worked together in supporting industry members through social services programs, EHIS is the first direct collaboration between MPTF and The Actors Fund. Health insurance specialists will be located at two Actors Fund locations, at the SAG-AFTRA Building and at I.A.T.S.E. Local 80 in Burbank, and at two MPTF locations in Woodland Hills and MPTF offices in Burbank. EHIS offers comprehensive, unbiased, one-on-one health insurance counseling, enrollment, and referrals for industry members and their families.
Following Broadway Strike Launch, Actors' Equity Members Take #NotALabRat Campaign To Broadway Audiences
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
Following the launch of a strike yesterday, members of Actors' Equity association, the national labor union for professional stage managers and actors in live theatre, have hit the streets, asking audiences to join Equity's fight for a stronger Lab Agreement with the Broadway League. Today Equity members greeted ticket buyers outside the Broadway TKTS location and asked them to join the #NotALabRat campaign. Audience members who supported the campaign were given one of Equity's #NotALabRat buttons to wear into their shows.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
Following the launch of a strike yesterday, members of Actors' Equity association, the national labor union for professional stage managers and actors in live theatre, have hit the streets, asking audiences to join Equity's fight for a stronger Lab Agreement with the Broadway League. Today Equity members greeted ticket buyers outside the Broadway TKTS location and asked them to join the #NotALabRat campaign. Audience members who supported the campaign were given one of Equity's #NotALabRat buttons to wear into their shows.
Broadway Green Alliance's Winter E-Waste Collection Drive Set For 1/16
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2019
The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) is sponsoring an e-waste drive for the theatre industry and fans on Wednesday, January 16th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Duffy Square. The event is open to all shows, theatres, industry members, and fans.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2019
The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) is sponsoring an e-waste drive for the theatre industry and fans on Wednesday, January 16th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Duffy Square. The event is open to all shows, theatres, industry members, and fans.
Last Chance to Nominate A Teacher for the Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
In many people's lives there is at least one teacher who inspired them, and helped them become who they are today. In our early years, when we are still being formed, they often see in us more than we see in ourselves, more than our families see and, as a result, help us to evolve into who we ultimately become. These inspirational people are not often recognized for the life changing role they have played.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
In many people's lives there is at least one teacher who inspired them, and helped them become who they are today. In our early years, when we are still being formed, they often see in us more than we see in ourselves, more than our families see and, as a result, help us to evolve into who we ultimately become. These inspirational people are not often recognized for the life changing role they have played.
Mike Birbiglia, Anthony Rapp, Mark Fisher & More Will Speak at BroadwayCon Industry Day
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
BroadwayCon Industry Day is only three weeks away and tickets are going fast!
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
BroadwayCon Industry Day is only three weeks away and tickets are going fast!
Dramatists Guild Foundation Announces $2M Grant From Seller-Lehrer Family Foundation
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
The Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) announced today that it has received a $2 million commitment from the Seller-Lehrer Family Foundation, Inc. (SLFF). The DGF is an established non-profit organization that fuels the future of American theater by supporting the writers who create it. DGF fosters playwrights, composers, lyricists, and book writers at all stages of their careers. DGF creates educational programs; provides awards, grants, and stipends; offers free space to create new works; and gives emergency aid to writers in need.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
The Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) announced today that it has received a $2 million commitment from the Seller-Lehrer Family Foundation, Inc. (SLFF). The DGF is an established non-profit organization that fuels the future of American theater by supporting the writers who create it. DGF fosters playwrights, composers, lyricists, and book writers at all stages of their careers. DGF creates educational programs; provides awards, grants, and stipends; offers free space to create new works; and gives emergency aid to writers in need.
THE PROM's Michael Potts And Isabelle Mccalla Named Ambassadors Of The 2018 Falat Holiday Basket
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2018
This year, to help kick off the basket stuffing, the Foundation invited Broadway stars of the PROM, Michael Potts and Isabelle Mto pack some baskets, meet the volunteers, and play with the toys!
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2018
This year, to help kick off the basket stuffing, the Foundation invited Broadway stars of the PROM, Michael Potts and Isabelle Mto pack some baskets, meet the volunteers, and play with the toys!
Industry Luminary Jack Lucas To Retire; Justin Kobluk To Lead WestCoast Entertainment
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2018
Paciolan has announced the retirement of industry visionary Jack Lucas from WestCoast Entertainment. Justin Kobluk will assume the role of president at WestCoast Entertainment in January 2019.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2018
Paciolan has announced the retirement of industry visionary Jack Lucas from WestCoast Entertainment. Justin Kobluk will assume the role of president at WestCoast Entertainment in January 2019.
Laura Penn, SDC Executive Director Contract Renewed Through 2024
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
President Pam MacKinnon and the Executive Board of Stage Directors and Choreographers (SDC) are pleased to announce that Executive Director Laura Penn's contract has been renewed through 2024.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
President Pam MacKinnon and the Executive Board of Stage Directors and Choreographers (SDC) are pleased to announce that Executive Director Laura Penn's contract has been renewed through 2024.
New Musical Based On The Song 'All Star' By Smash Mouth To Have Encore Readings
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
A small town. A spunky dreamer. You'll never know if you don't go.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
A small town. A spunky dreamer. You'll never know if you don't go.
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