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TDF's Graduation Gift Will Offer Free Memberships Graduating Students From New York City Schools
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
TDF, Hell's Kitchen on Broadway and the New York City Public School Arts Office have announced a partnership to build a relationship with the arts for the next generation of theatregoers.
Roundabout Now Accepting Applications for Theatrical Workforce Development Program
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
Applications are now open for Cohort 7 of Roundabout Theatre Company and Education at Roundabout's Theatrical Workforce Development Program. Learn how to apply!
Americans for the Arts Begins Search For New President and CEO
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
The Americans for the Arts’ Board of Directors has announced the organization's next phase of transformation as it focuses on its service to the arts and culture sector. A CEO selection committee has been formed to commence a national search to find a successor to the current President & CEO, Nolen Bivens. 
The Howell Binkley Fellowship Program Reveals 2024 Fellow, Jessica Ann Drayton
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
The Howell Binkley Fellowship Program has announced their 2024 Fellow, Jessica Ann Drayton.
Ladies Of Laughter Contest Seeks Funny Women
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2024
Comedy producers are searching for America's funniest women in stand-up comedy to award over $10,000 in national comedy bookings and the 2024 Ladies of Laughter titles this coming July and August in the New York metropolitan area.
Broadway Licensing Global Acquires Rights to THE SHARK IS BROKEN
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
Broadway Licensing Global has acquired the rights to The Shark is Broken, by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon. The 95 minute, three-person play received a highly praised premiere at the Edinburgh Festival in 2019. It has since gone on to widely celebrated runs on London’s West End and a recently closed run, on Broadway.
Chuck Steedman Named President and CEO of LiveCo
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
LiveCo - the leading specialty live entertainment company which has been delivering over 3,000 shows worldwide yearly since its founding only two years ago - has named entertainment and sports veteran Charles H. (Chuck) Steedman as President and Chief Executive Officer.
IMG Artists and TACT Artists Management Will Launch Strategic Alliance
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2024
Two of the world’s leading artists’ agencies, IMG Artists and TACT Artists Management, have announced a strategic alliance that will involve their vocal departments working together to pool expertise and resources.  
SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2024
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, has named Cristin Carole as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow . Learn more!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Concord Theatricals' Catalog Now On Stage Mag
by Alex Freeman - April 15, 2024
As news of additional cuts comes from more councils in the UK, in the US, a new piece of legislation looks to support the still struggling live entertainment industry as it emerges into the new normal. As evidence of the need for such action, we’ve got stories about layoffs at a New Jersey NPR station, as well as another urgent fundraising plea.
Stage Managers' Association Foundation Reveals Spring Grants
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2024
An arts organization and four individuals have been selected to receive  monetary  grants from the Stage Managers’ Association Foundation (SMAF) in the Foundation’s Spring 2024 grant cycle.
Tri-M Foundation Reveals Recipients Of The Performing Arts Grant Program
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2024
Tri-M Foundation has announced the recipients of the fifth cycle of its Performing Arts Grant program. Launched in 2020, the Performing Arts Grant program supports the development and presentation of innovative arts projects, events, and festivals by regional non-profit arts organizations.
Tony Kushner Will Receive Pen/Mike Nichols Writing For Performance Award At Pen America Literary Awards
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2024
PEN America announced that playwright and screenwriter Tony Kushner among the career achievement honorees for its 2024 PEN America Literary Awards  hosted by Academy Award-nominated writer and comedian Jena Friedman.
Speakers & Sessions Announced For Broadway Stage Management Symposium
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2024
The 10th annual Broadway Stage Management Symposium has announced the Broadway stage managers and session topics for the 10th annual conference for stage managers.
Shayok Misha Chowdhury and Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig Recieve Whiting Awards For Drama
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2024
This year's recipients in the category of Drama for the Whiting Awards are Shayok Misha Chowdhury and Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig. 
Jelani Remy, Emily Skeggs & More to Star in THE APPLE BOYS Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2024
Jelani Remy, Emily Skeggs and more will star in an industry reading of the new musical THE APPLE BOYS. Learn more about the show!
Pittsburgh Public Theater and American Theatre Partner For Critical Insight Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2024
Critical Insight is a new generative writing fellowship that unites dynamic emerging voices in arts journalism with high-impact cultural critics and reporters through an industry-first partnership between Pittsburgh Public Theater and American Theatre magazine.
Asia Society Welcomes New President and CEO Dr. Kyung-wha Kang
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2024
Dr. Kyung-wha Kang has officially assumed her role as President and CEO of Asia Society. In an introductory video message, Dr. Kang said she’s “excited and honored” to begin, adding that Asia Society’s mission is more important today than ever.
Adam Chanler-Berat And Julian Hornik Selected For Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's Triple R Program
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2024
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat announced that ASSISTED, by Adam Chanler-Berat and Julian Hornik, was selected for this year’s Triple R program.
Legendary Singer Connie Francis Presents Renowned Artist Yaacov Heller with Award
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2024
The National Society of Arts and Letters of Florida (NSAL) bestowed internationally renowned artist Yaacov Heller with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the recent NSAL’s Star Maker Awards Gala at Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club in Boca Raton.
Broadway Podcast Network Launches New Site & Listening Platform, and More
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2024
Broadway Podcast Network is launching their new website and listening platform. Learn more!
SDC and LORT Reach Agreement on a Four-Year Contract
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2024
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, the national union of stage directors and choreographers, and the League of Resident Theatres have reached agreement on a new four-year contract. Learn more about the agreement.
Industry Pro Newsletter: New Study Looks to the Preparedness of Arts Orgs to Face Future Challenges
by Alex Freeman - April 08, 2024
In a sign of an industry on the rebound, Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles is getting ready to announce a return of programming at the Mark Taper Forum, where production was paused last year while the organization went through a budget crunch. Additionally, following the casting of a Black actress in the role of Juliet, an upcoming West End production of Romeo and Juliet from the Jamie Lloyd Company started dealing with racist backlash online - we’ll show you how the company responded.
CRAWLSPACE: A TRUE CRIME MUSICAL is Now Available For Licensing
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2024
Crawlspace: A True Crime Musical with book and lyrics by Jason Spraggins and music by Matt Glickstein is now available for licensing. Learn more about how to license the production here!
Concord Theatricals Acquires From Avalon Secondary Rights For OPERATION MINCEMEAT
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2024
Concord Theatricals has secured from Avalon exclusive worldwide secondary licensing rights to David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson and Zoë Roberts’ 2024 Best New Musical WhatsOnStage Award and six-time Olivier Award nominated West End hit, Operation Mincemeat.

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