Dr. LaMar Bagley Named 2025 Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Dr. LaMar Bagley of the SEED School in Washington, D.C., has been named the 2025 recipient of the Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Dr. LaMar Bagley of the SEED School in Washington, D.C., has been named the 2025 recipient of the Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award.
Theatre Communications Group Reveals 2025 THRIVE! Grants
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced the latest grant recipients from the THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color program. Developed and administered by TCG, in collaboration with the Theater League of Kansas City.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced the latest grant recipients from the THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color program. Developed and administered by TCG, in collaboration with the Theater League of Kansas City.
Recovery Arts Project And Bigvision Partner To Combat Addiction Through The Arts
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The Recovery Arts Project and Bigvision have announced at partnership aimed at addressing the addiction epidemic through the power of the arts. T
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2025
The Recovery Arts Project and Bigvision have announced at partnership aimed at addressing the addiction epidemic through the power of the arts. T
Playing For Change Foundation Partners with Shawn Mendes for Music Education
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF), the global nonprofit transforming lives through music and arts education, has announced its partnership with The Shawn Mendes Foundation (SMF) to bring music education and creative opportunities to youth worldwide.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF), the global nonprofit transforming lives through music and arts education, has announced its partnership with The Shawn Mendes Foundation (SMF) to bring music education and creative opportunities to youth worldwide.
Theater Community Will Rally to Oppose Times Square Casino
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The theatre community will come together to oppose the development of a Times Square casino, for which real estate developer SL Green will file an official application this week. Join the rally at the red steps in Father Duffy Square at 5pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
The theatre community will come together to oppose the development of a Times Square casino, for which real estate developer SL Green will file an official application this week. Join the rally at the red steps in Father Duffy Square at 5pm.
Live & In Color Reveals 2025 June Bingham New Playwright Commission Recipient and New Musical In Development
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Live & In Color has announced two highlights for 2025. Vaibu Mohan is the recipient of the 2025 June Bingham New Playwright Commission (JBNPC). Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2025
Live & In Color has announced two highlights for 2025. Vaibu Mohan is the recipient of the 2025 June Bingham New Playwright Commission (JBNPC). Learn more here!
Sydney Theatre Company Reports $10 Million Revenue Boost from International Success of DORIAN GRAY
by Joshua Wright - June 24, 2025
Sydney Theatre Company posted a $10 million revenue increase in 2024, thanks in part to the international success of The Picture of Dorian Gray, which is now performing on Broadway and previously ran in London’s West End.
by Joshua Wright - June 24, 2025
Sydney Theatre Company posted a $10 million revenue increase in 2024, thanks in part to the international success of The Picture of Dorian Gray, which is now performing on Broadway and previously ran in London’s West End.
The York Theatre Launches New Website and Logo
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The York Theatre has launched a new website and logo for the organization. Learn more about The York Theatre and the changes to the organization here!
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The York Theatre has launched a new website and logo for the organization. Learn more about The York Theatre and the changes to the organization here!
Alley Theatre Names Jennifer Bielstein as New Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Alley Theatre has named Jennifer Bielstein as its new Managing Director, effective October 20, 2025. Learn more about Bielstein and about Alley Theatre's leadership here!
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Alley Theatre has named Jennifer Bielstein as its new Managing Director, effective October 20, 2025. Learn more about Bielstein and about Alley Theatre's leadership here!
GLORY RIDE to Have Two Industry Readings This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The new musical, Glory Ride, which tells the true story about Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who secretly saved hundreds of innocent lives during Mussolini’s Fascist reign in World War II, will have two NYC industry readings this month.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The new musical, Glory Ride, which tells the true story about Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who secretly saved hundreds of innocent lives during Mussolini’s Fascist reign in World War II, will have two NYC industry readings this month.
Write Out Loud 2025 Winners Revealed
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The Write Out Loud Team have announced the winners of the 2025 Write Out Loud Contest. These songs were selected from a pool of over 400 submissions after an extensive review process.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The Write Out Loud Team have announced the winners of the 2025 Write Out Loud Contest. These songs were selected from a pool of over 400 submissions after an extensive review process.
The Horowitz-Sondheim Clinic For Theater Artists Will Open in September
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The Horowitz-Sondheim Clinic For Theater Artists will open at New York Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. The facility was specifically established to offer affordable treatment to playwrights, composers, and lyricists of the theater.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
The Horowitz-Sondheim Clinic For Theater Artists will open at New York Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. The facility was specifically established to offer affordable treatment to playwrights, composers, and lyricists of the theater.
New SUFFS Production Grant Opens To High Schools Nationwide
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Tony Award-winning artist Shaina Taub appeared at the International Thespian Festival's Opening Ceremony Sunday night with a surprise announcement: ten U.S. high schools will receive production grants to stage her musical Suffs.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
Tony Award-winning artist Shaina Taub appeared at the International Thespian Festival's Opening Ceremony Sunday night with a surprise announcement: ten U.S. high schools will receive production grants to stage her musical Suffs.
Ping Chong and Company Rebrands as Pink Fang
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
After more than five decades of groundbreaking theater and artmaking, Ping Chong and Company has announced a historic evolution. Learn more about the rebrand here!
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2025
After more than five decades of groundbreaking theater and artmaking, Ping Chong and Company has announced a historic evolution. Learn more about the rebrand here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: New Leadership at the Off-Broadway League, and an Inside Look at Rachel Zegler in Evita in London
by Alex Freeman - June 23, 2025
As summer officially arrives, we bring you the latest happenings from the world of theater, highlighting both new beginnings and ongoing developments. This edition covers exciting new leadership appointments Off-Broadway and in regional companies, a look at an ongoing legal battle in the New York theater scene, and a viral international performance. Plus, we've curated the perfect summer reading list and a sun-soaked playlist to get you in the seasonal spirit. Dive in for all the details!
by Alex Freeman - June 23, 2025
As summer officially arrives, we bring you the latest happenings from the world of theater, highlighting both new beginnings and ongoing developments. This edition covers exciting new leadership appointments Off-Broadway and in regional companies, a look at an ongoing legal battle in the New York theater scene, and a viral international performance. Plus, we've curated the perfect summer reading list and a sun-soaked playlist to get you in the seasonal spirit. Dive in for all the details!
Stage and Screen Actor Jack Betts Dies at 96
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen and stage actor Jack Betts died at the age of 96. While best known for screen roles, Betts started his career in 1953 in the play Richard III on Broadway.
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen and stage actor Jack Betts died at the age of 96. While best known for screen roles, Betts started his career in 1953 in the play Richard III on Broadway.
Video: CBS Sunday Morning Spotlights New York's Professional Children's School
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
CBS Sunday Morning recently highlighted the Professional Children's School, a not-for-profit, college-preparatory school geared toward working and aspiring child actors and dancers in grades four through twelve. Watch the video here!
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
CBS Sunday Morning recently highlighted the Professional Children's School, a not-for-profit, college-preparatory school geared toward working and aspiring child actors and dancers in grades four through twelve. Watch the video here!
Ovation Rights Acquires Sir Richard Stilgoe's Musical Catalogue
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
Ovation Rights has announced its acquisition of Sir Richard Stilgoe's rights in some of the most successful stage musicals of all time, including The Phantom of the Opera and Starlight Express.
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2025
Ovation Rights has announced its acquisition of Sir Richard Stilgoe's rights in some of the most successful stage musicals of all time, including The Phantom of the Opera and Starlight Express.
New Earth Theatre Announces Winner of 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
New Earth Theatre has announced that it has awarded the 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary to Sunny Chung from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
New Earth Theatre has announced that it has awarded the 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary to Sunny Chung from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
WICKED Wins at The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards took place on Saturday, June 21. Grammy Award winner Tyla hosted the evening. Among the winners were Sabrina Carpenter, Benson Boone, Ariana Grande, and XO, Kitty.
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards took place on Saturday, June 21. Grammy Award winner Tyla hosted the evening. Among the winners were Sabrina Carpenter, Benson Boone, Ariana Grande, and XO, Kitty.
Could Jennifer Aniston Be Coming to Broadway?
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
Jennifer Aniston, best known for her role as Rachel in the TV show Friends, and films like Marley & Me, Horrible Bosses, and We're the Millers, still has acting dreams on her mind after all that she has accomplished.
by Emmy Rice - June 22, 2025
Jennifer Aniston, best known for her role as Rachel in the TV show Friends, and films like Marley & Me, Horrible Bosses, and We're the Millers, still has acting dreams on her mind after all that she has accomplished.
Blue Man Group Announces National Tour BLUEVOLUTION
by Emmy Rice - June 21, 2025
Blue Man Group has announced today that it’s hitting the road again with the highly anticipated return of the global smash hit Bluevolution, National Tour. For the first time since 2023, the iconic trio will travel across the United States performing at premier venues in major cities.
by Emmy Rice - June 21, 2025
Blue Man Group has announced today that it’s hitting the road again with the highly anticipated return of the global smash hit Bluevolution, National Tour. For the first time since 2023, the iconic trio will travel across the United States performing at premier venues in major cities.
Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows Revealed
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2025
The Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows have been revealed. Learn more bout the New Works Incubator and about the selected playwrights here.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2025
The Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows have been revealed. Learn more bout the New Works Incubator and about the selected playwrights here.
Off-Broadway League Elects Joey Monda as President, and Reveals New Executive Officers
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2025
Joey Monda has been elected as the new President of The Off-Broadway League. Learn more about Monda and about the organizations leadership changes here!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2025
Joey Monda has been elected as the new President of The Off-Broadway League. Learn more about Monda and about the organizations leadership changes here!
Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program Hosts Weekend With BTC
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2025
Earlier this month, the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program hosted its annual Scholarship weekend in New York City in partnership with BTC (Black Theatre Coalition). Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2025
Earlier this month, the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program hosted its annual Scholarship weekend in New York City in partnership with BTC (Black Theatre Coalition). Learn more!
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