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Kakilang Reveals New Artistic Director by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2025 Kakilang Kakilang, formerly known as Chinese Arts Now, has announced the appointment of Howl Cheng-Po Yuan (He/Him), an artist and curator from Taiwan, as its Artistic Director and Co-Chief Executive.
Submissions Open For Live & In Color's 2025 Season by BWW News Desk
- January 13, 2025 Live & In Color, a leading creative incubator for new plays and musicals, has announced two opportunities for underrepresented artists. Learn more here!
Actors' Equity Supports Striking Atlantic Theater Crew by BWW News Desk
- January 12, 2025 Actors' Equity Association has released a statement from Assistant Executive Director Calandra Hackney, supporting the striking crew members after negotiations between IATSE and the Atlantic Theater Company broke down.
Broadway Stage Management Symposium Sets Dates For 2025 Event by BWW News Desk
- January 12, 2025 The Broadway Stage Management Symposium has set dates for its event for stage managers. The annual event will take place both online on a dynamic interactive platform, and in New York City.
Peoria Civic Center Authority And Prairie Home Alliance Reveal Historic Naming Rights Deal by BWW News Desk
- January 10, 2025 The Peoria Civic Center Authority and Prairie Home Alliance announced they have secured a naming-rights agreement for the theater within Peoria Civic Center for seven years, marking the first naming rights deal in the venue's 42-year history.
Under the Radar Festival Receives $1 Million from Mellon Foundation by BWW News Desk
- January 10, 2025 The Mellon Foundation has announced a $1 million grant to the Under the Radar (UTR) Festival, the internationally renowned platform for experimental theater and groundbreaking performance.
ATG Entertainment Acquires SOM Produce in Spain by BWW News Desk
- January 08, 2025 ATG Entertainment has announced that it has acquired SOM Produce, a preeminent theatre producer, operator and distributor in Spain. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Prospect Musicals Reveals 2025 Musical Theater Lab Cohort by BWW News Desk
- January 08, 2025 Prospect Musicals has announced the writing teams for their 2025 Musical Theater Lab, titled JUMP CUT. Learn more about the group as well as the members of the cohort here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway Capitalization Budgets Continue to Increase, Congestion Pricing Goes Into Effect by Alex Freeman
- January 06, 2025 From Broadway's escalating production budgets to Berlin’s significant arts funding cuts, economic pressures are shaping the global cultural landscape. Meanwhile, New York City takes bold steps with congestion pricing, impacting theatergoers and commuters alike. Amid these challenges, artistic resilience shines through – whether in rural arts communities, Hollywood’s ongoing fight to rebound, or the launch of the Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab to nurture new talent.
The $30 Million Musical Trend by Ben Waterhouse
- January 06, 2025 If you were to ask practically every current Broadway producer, they would tell you that initial capitalization costs (that is the cost of a show to open on Broadway before a single ticket is sold) are way out of control. There are many explanations for these increases...
MTI Acquires Licensing Rights to SUFFS by Nicole Rosky
- January 06, 2025 Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of the Tony-winning new musical Suffs. Licensing information will be forthcoming.
The Imiloa Institute Will Host Retreat for Creatives in Costa Rica by Blair Ingenthron
- January 04, 2025 The Imiloa Institute is set to host its inaugural Conscious Retreat for the Screen, Stage & Entertainment Industry at its newly unveiled Verdesana campus in Costa Rica.
Ambassador Theatre Group Announces New Vienna Project by BWW News Desk
- January 02, 2025 ATG Entertainment has announced plans to build a new state of the art performing arts space in Vienna. The project, to be named Theater im Prater, is intended for international musical productions.
How To Answer Tough Questions About Your Acting Career During The Holidays by Spencer Glass
- December 23, 2024 Spencer Glass, coach and actor, shares tips in combating difficult questions that are sometimes asked during the holidays. Before we go deeper, let me just say this: you don't owe anyone an explanation as you're passing the lasagna around the table.
Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Reports On the State of Nonprofits, Tom Viola Honored by Alex Freeman
- December 23, 2024 From nonprofit theaters innovating in the face of financial pressures to the anticipation of live performance rebounding amidst AI fatigue, the stories highlight an industry evolving while staying grounded in community and creativity. Stories include Broadway honoring Tom Viola, regional theaters navigating leadership changes, and international venues undergoing major renovations.
Meet a Marketer: Megan Clark, Marketing Manager, Theatre Raleigh by Alex Freeman
- December 23, 2024 Megan Clark is a Western North Carolina native who graduated from William Peace University with a degree in Arts Administration. Her vast arts experience includes working as a freelance stage manager for multiple theatre companies across NC, including Foothills Performing Arts where she holds the title as the youngest recipient of the Doug Carter Award for Overall Promotion of Performing Arts. Megan's additional experience includes working as a Costuming intern at Walt Disney World, and as the Booking Coordinator at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts. With Theatre Raleigh, Megan began as an intern while still in school, and now holds the position of Marketing Manager.