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#DADDY By Chris Browne Valenzuela To Have Industry Reading by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2025 Starline Theatre Company will present a reading of the new Chris Browne Valenzuela play “#daddy” on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at 4:00 pm in Pearl Studios.
New Musical About the Life and Music of Harry Chapin To Hold Industry Reading by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2025 A new musical exploring the life and music of American singer/songwriter, philanthropist, and activist Harry Chapin will host an industry reading on Friday, January 24. Learn more about the new musical and the reading.
Dame Joan Plowright Dies at 95; UK Theatres to Dim Lights by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2025 BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Joan Plowright has died at age 95. Theatres across London’s West End will dim their lights for two minutes at 7pm on Tuesday 21 January.
Recipient of the 2025 Victor Shargai Leadership Award Revealed by BWW News Desk
- January 17, 2025 The recipient of the 2025 Victor Shargai Leadership Award is Gregg Henry, leader of many artist and new work development programs at The Kennedy Center. Learn more here!
Annie Potts to Star in Industry Readings of New Solo Play WHITE LIES by BWW News Desk
- January 16, 2025 Annie Potts will star in two industry readings of the compelling new solo play, White Lies, written by playwright Elizabeth Dewberry. Learn more about the upcoming play.
ASCAP to Distribute $1 Million in Fire Relief to ASCAP Members in Need by BWW News Desk
- January 15, 2025 ASCAP will distribute $1 million in emergency relief to ASCAP songwriter and composer members in the Los Angeles area who have suffered loss or damage to their primary residence or studio. Learn more.
Actors’ Equity Association Kicks Off 'A Chorus Year' With 10th Annual Swing Day by BWW News Desk
- January 15, 2025 Actors’ Equity Association is dedicating 2025 to celebrating the hard work and accomplishments of chorus performers in what it is calling A Chorus Year, beginning today with its tenth annual Swing Day.
Video: Broadway Body Positivity Project Spotlighted on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW by Josh Sharpe
- January 15, 2025 The Broadway Body Positivity Project was recently spotlighted on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Founder Stephanie Lexis dialed in to discuss what led her to take a stand and provide encouragement for under-represented actors. Watch the segment!
National Endowment for the Arts Gives $36.8 Million in Funding by BWW News Desk
- January 14, 2025 The National Endowment for the Arts has given 1,474 awards totaling $36,790,500 to support the arts in communities in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC. Learn more!
Dramatists Play Service Acquires Alex Edelman's JUST FOR US by BWW News Desk
- January 14, 2025 Dramatists Play Service has added Just for Us, the award-winning solo show by writer-performer Alex Edelman, to its catalog. Learn more about Just For Us!
Kathy Evans Will Depart Rhinebeck Writers Retreat by BWW News Desk
- January 14, 2025 The Board of Rhinebeck Writers Retreat has announced that Kathy Evans will be leaving her position as Founding Executive Director later this year, and the search for the new Executive Director is underway.
Maya Choldin Appointed Managing Director of New York Theatre Workshop by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2025 Maya Choldin will succeed Jeremy Blocker as New York Theatre Workshop's Managing Director. Choldin will assume the role beginning February 1, 2025. Learn more about Choldin and about the company!
Abigail McGrath, Co-Founder of Off Center Theatre, Dies at 84 by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2025 BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Abigail McGrath has died at age 84. McGrath was co-founder of the Off Center Theatre and founder of Renaissance House.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Why Audiences Are Asking For Refunds, IATSE Strike, Congestion Pricing Impact by Alex Freeman
- January 13, 2025 This week, we explore whether congestion pricing is reshaping Manhattan travel habits and examine a labor strike disrupting productions at Atlantic Theater Company. On the regional stage, we reflect on the loss of Theatre Palisades to Los Angeles wildfires and the struggles facing Bay Area theatres. Internationally, the launch of Welsh National Theatre and ATG’s acquisition of SOM Produce bring new opportunities, while changes at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School underscore ongoing financial pressures. Each story highlights resilience amid transformation in the global arts community.