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MOONSHINE & MISTLETOE (An Appalachian Christmas Celebration) Album Out Now
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2025
Originally conceived by DJ Salisbury and Larry Moore, Moonshine & Mistletoe (An Appalachian Christmas Celebration) features a score woven from the authentic, hauntingly beautiful music of Appalachian mountain folk.
The Academy of Music Theatre Announces The Retirement of Executive Director Debra J'Anthony
by Gillian Blum - November 08, 2025
The longtime Executive Director of the Academy of Music Theatre in Northampton will be retiring in June 2026. This announcement was made recently by Debra J'Anthony, who has been Executive Director of the historic arts venue since 2008. 
Empire Technical Fabrication Voluntarily Recognizes Shop Workers’ Union
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
Empire Technical Fabrication has voluntarily recognized the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 632 as the collective bargaining representative for shop employees at its Wayne, New Jersey facility.
New Musical HUA MULAN Will Receive Industry Reading With Ali Ewoldt and Claire Kwon
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
Hua Mulan, a new musical by Jason Ma inspired by the legendary 5th century Chinese folk heroine, will have an industry presentation on November 7, in New York City.
Wagner Johnson Production Expands Senior Management Team
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
Wagner Johnson Productions (WJP), led by co-owners and nine-time Tony Award-winning producers Sue Wagner and John Johnson, expands its senior management team with the promotions of Celina Lam and Dylan Glen.
Antwayn Hopper and More to Star in SLAP&TICKLE Reading at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2025
SLAP&TICKLE, a new play by David James Parr, directed by Chad Austin will have an industry reading at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. The production is slated to open Off-Broadway in Spring 2026, featuring an ensemble cast of seven actors.
Theatre Philadelphia Names Darnelle Radford As New Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
​After an extensive national search, the Board of Theatre Philadelphia has named Darnelle Radford as the organization's new Executive Director. A longtime advocate for the city's arts scene, Radford brings nearly two decades of experience as a theater producer, media entrepreneur, and arts administrator to the role.
WHITE ROSE: THE MUSICAL is Now Available For Licensing
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
After New York and London productions, White Rose: The Musical is now available for professional, educational, and community theatre licensing. Learn more about the musical here!
New Musical Comedy ME PROMETHEUS: CAVEMAN MUSICAL Will Have Industry Reading in NYC
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
An industry reading of Me Prometheus, an original musical comedy by Simon Riker and Emerson Sieverts with contributing writer Addison Janney, will be presented this month.
The Joyce Theater Foundation Receives $15 Million Gift From Rajika Puri and Anupam 'Tino' Puri
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2025
The Joyce Theater Foundation, Inc. received a $15 million gift from dance artist, scholar, and advocate Rajika Puri and her late husband, Anupam “Tino” Puri (1945–2025), Senior Partner Emeritus at McKinsey & Company.
CABARET Investor Files Amended Complaint Alleging Misuse of Funds and Self-Dealing
by Joshua Wright - November 03, 2025
The producers of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway are facing expanded legal claims from investor and attorney James Lorenzo Walker, Jr., who filed an amended complaint in New York Supreme Court on October 30, 2025.
Industry Pro Newsletter: The Obies Announce Jury, Fallout in the UK from Computer Crash at Arts Council England
by Alex Freeman - November 03, 2025
Broadway enthusiasts got into the Halloween spirit with show-inspired costumes, while BroadwayWorld expanded its reach with new WhatsApp Channels for international readers. Onstage and behind the scenes, the American Theatre Wing named the jury for the 70th Obie Awards, and Actors’ Equity ratified a new contract with The Broadway League, marking an important step for performer benefits and producer relations. Regionally, Center Theatre Group unveiled its 2025/26 LA Writers’ Workshop and Artist Residencies, and Albuquerque Little Theatre welcomed a new executive director. Internationally, the fallout from Arts Council England’s portal crash continues to leave arts groups in uncertainty—underscoring the ongoing challenges of supporting creativity worldwide.
Content Creators on Stage- Do They Boost Ticket Sales?
by Ben Waterhouse - November 03, 2025
Social media’s role on Broadway has been increasing over the last couple of years. Shows like The Great Gatsby and Maybe Happy Ending have been able to ride social media virality to either help overcome early struggles, or outperform expectations based on critical and awards reception.
Sammy Garcia, Jr. Appointed Managing Director of the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
Sammy Garcia, Jr. has been named Managing Director of the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, where he will oversee business operations, maintenance, client relations, and front-of-house management for the 2,500-seat venue.
NASHA AMERICA Musical Will Get Industry Presentation
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
The new musical Nasha America will have an industry presentation later this month. With Music and Lyrics by Dmitry Koltunov and a Book by David Goldsmith, it will be directed by Danny Sharron, with musical direction by Andrea Grody, and casting by Merri Sugarman, TRC.
TRU to Present 'Is The Broadway Musical Doomed? Yet Again?'
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings with Is the Broadway Musical Doomed? Yet Again?.
Sophie Boyce and Veronica Mansour to Receive the 21st Annual Fred Ebb Award
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the 21st annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Sophie Boyce & Veronica Mansour.
Arizona Theatre Company Names Ana Rose O'Halloran As New Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
Arizona Theatre Company has named Ana Rose O'Halloran as its new Executive Director to lead statewide operations. O'Halloran is a nonprofit and performing arts executive with more than 17 years of experience leading arts organizations.
The Avon Theatre Film Center Honors Clive Davis With The 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
The Avon Theatre Film Center celebrated an extraordinary night of music, film, and legacy at its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Gala honoring Clive Davis, the legendary record producer and five-time GRAMMY Award winner whose influence has shaped generations of artists.
Ro Reddick, Keenan Tyler Oliphant and Ato Blankson-Wood to Receive Vineyard Theatre Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2025
Vineyard Theatre has revealed the recipients of the 2025-2026 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award and Colman Domingo Award and the 2025-2027 Susan Stroman Directing Award.
Springboard to Design Extends 2026 Applications Deadline
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2025
Springboard to Design, the tuition-free theatrical design mentorship and education program for students from underrepresented communities, has extended the 2026 application deadline.
Reading Of Jon Marans’ THE COVER UP To Take Place At The Barrow Group On November 3
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
The Cover Up, a new play by Jon Marans, will receive an invitational reading at The Barrow Group Theatre on Monday, November 3, at 2:15 p.m. (note updated time).
Noah Galvin and Frankie Rodriguez to Lead SENATE TWINK Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
Noah Galvin leads the industry reading of Senate Twink, a new play exploring queerness and ambition in Washington politics. Join us at The Public Studios!
SDCF Reveals 2024-2025 Joe A. Callaway Winners And Finalists
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
SDCF has revealed the recipients of the 2024–2025 Joe A. Callaway Awards: Zhailon Levingston, recognized for Excellence in Direction for Table 17, and Darrell Grand Moultrie, recognized for Excellence in Choreography for Goddess.
Jacob Stuckelman and Andrew Patino Launch 'Regular People' Creative Studio
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
Producers Jacob Stuckelman and Andrew Patino have formed Regular People, a creative studio that connects producing, marketing, and general management for live entertainment all under one roof.

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