Disney Live Entertainment Creative Director Susana Tubert Will Receive 2023 Thea Catalyst Award
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Recognizing her innovative contributions to the theater and entertainment industry at large, Susana Tubert, Creative Director, Disney Live Entertainment, at Disneyland Resort, will receive the prestigious 2023 Thea Catalyst Award granted by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA), the world's leading organization representing global creators of themed entertainment and experiences.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Recognizing her innovative contributions to the theater and entertainment industry at large, Susana Tubert, Creative Director, Disney Live Entertainment, at Disneyland Resort, will receive the prestigious 2023 Thea Catalyst Award granted by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA), the world's leading organization representing global creators of themed entertainment and experiences.
Broadway Investor Jason Turchin Launches New Record Label
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2023
Jason Turchin, founder of The Broadway Investor’s Club, has launched a record label alongside actor-composer Joshua Turchin. TBIC Music Group is described as a forward-thinking, project focused record label that aims to bring the music industry into the present.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2023
Jason Turchin, founder of The Broadway Investor’s Club, has launched a record label alongside actor-composer Joshua Turchin. TBIC Music Group is described as a forward-thinking, project focused record label that aims to bring the music industry into the present.
Industry Pro Newsletter: AEA Forms a PAC, Visa Fees for Artists on the Rise, Winners of the Oliviers
by Alex Freeman - April 03, 2023
AEA forms PAC to support members. Biden admin mulls higher visa fees for international artists. Playwright Sarah Mantell wins Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for 'Futurity'. Lucille Lortel Theatre expands, buys building in Chelsea for new works; Caridad Svich and Michael Heitzman named Artistic Directors.
by Alex Freeman - April 03, 2023
AEA forms PAC to support members. Biden admin mulls higher visa fees for international artists. Playwright Sarah Mantell wins Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for 'Futurity'. Lucille Lortel Theatre expands, buys building in Chelsea for new works; Caridad Svich and Michael Heitzman named Artistic Directors.
Exclusive: Listen to Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez on THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALES
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2023
Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez are two talented individuals who have collaborated and co-created music and lyrics for movies and television shows, including 'Frozen 1' and 'Frozen 2', 'Coco', 'Finding Nemo the Musical', 'Wonder Pets', 'Winnie the Pooh', and 'WandaVision'.
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2023
Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez are two talented individuals who have collaborated and co-created music and lyrics for movies and television shows, including 'Frozen 1' and 'Frozen 2', 'Coco', 'Finding Nemo the Musical', 'Wonder Pets', 'Winnie the Pooh', and 'WandaVision'.
Broadway Stage Management Symposium Reboots Free Online Sessions For Stage Managers
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2023
The Broadway Stage Management Symposium is re-booting the popular pandemic webinar series, SM Tech Fridays! In the very challenging days of the pandemic shutdown of theater, the Broadway Stage Management Symposium produced 49 free webinars for stage managers.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2023
The Broadway Stage Management Symposium is re-booting the popular pandemic webinar series, SM Tech Fridays! In the very challenging days of the pandemic shutdown of theater, the Broadway Stage Management Symposium produced 49 free webinars for stage managers.
Executive Artistic Director Jenny Schlenzka to Depart Performance Space New York
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
Performance Space New York Executive Artistic Director Jenny Schlenzka will depart the organization in Summer 2023, after six years of groundbreaking leadership, in which she has reimagined the institution’s relationship to its artists and community—in constant collaboration with them.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
Performance Space New York Executive Artistic Director Jenny Schlenzka will depart the organization in Summer 2023, after six years of groundbreaking leadership, in which she has reimagined the institution’s relationship to its artists and community—in constant collaboration with them.
2023 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships for BIPOC Stage Managers Revealed
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
BSMS has announced the five stage managers receiving the 2023 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships for BIPOC stage managers.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
BSMS has announced the five stage managers receiving the 2023 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships for BIPOC stage managers.
Inaugural Season of Juilliard's The New Series Continues This Spring
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2023
The New Series continues this spring with two performances spotlighting composer Reena Esmail and Juilliard faculty member Amy Beth Kirsten.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2023
The New Series continues this spring with two performances spotlighting composer Reena Esmail and Juilliard faculty member Amy Beth Kirsten.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Six Recoups, Government Funding Shifts in Australia and Canada
by Alex Freeman - March 27, 2023
Governmental funding shifts continue around the globe as governments reveal their latest budget proposals - often with some form of a decrease of support for the creative economy as these countries wind down the support they offered at the height of the pandemic.
by Alex Freeman - March 27, 2023
Governmental funding shifts continue around the globe as governments reveal their latest budget proposals - often with some form of a decrease of support for the creative economy as these countries wind down the support they offered at the height of the pandemic.
Podcast Exclusive: The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales: Natasha Yvette Williams
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Natasha Yvette Williams is an actress who has starred in Broadway shows, including 'The Color Purple', 'A Night with Janice Joplin', 'Waitress', 'Chicago', 'Chicken and Biscuits', and 'Porgy and Bess'. Her national credits include 'Waitress', 'Xanadu', 'The Drowsy Chaperone', and 'All Shook Up'. Listen to her full episode here!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Natasha Yvette Williams is an actress who has starred in Broadway shows, including 'The Color Purple', 'A Night with Janice Joplin', 'Waitress', 'Chicago', 'Chicken and Biscuits', and 'Porgy and Bess'. Her national credits include 'Waitress', 'Xanadu', 'The Drowsy Chaperone', and 'All Shook Up'. Listen to her full episode here!
Broadway Co-Producers Set as PRIMA FACIE Begins Rehearsals
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Emmy Award winner Jodie Comer (“Killing Eve”) started rehearsals in New York City for her Broadway debut in Prima Facie. The production's co-producers have also been announced! Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Emmy Award winner Jodie Comer (“Killing Eve”) started rehearsals in New York City for her Broadway debut in Prima Facie. The production's co-producers have also been announced! Learn more here!
Jennifer Apple, Drew Elhamalawy & More to Lead THE BUBBLE Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2023
On Tuesday, March 28th, two private industry presentations will be held in New York City for The Bubble, a new musical based on the acclaimed Israeli film of the same name.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2023
On Tuesday, March 28th, two private industry presentations will be held in New York City for The Bubble, a new musical based on the acclaimed Israeli film of the same name.
Pittsburgh Public Theater To Premiere New Musical BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
Pittsburgh Public Theater Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski and Managing Director Shaunda McDill announced the 2023/2024 season, “Ever Up & Onward,” live on Wednesday to a delighted pre-show audience at the O'Reilly Theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
Pittsburgh Public Theater Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski and Managing Director Shaunda McDill announced the 2023/2024 season, “Ever Up & Onward,” live on Wednesday to a delighted pre-show audience at the O'Reilly Theater.
The Shubert Organization Names New Members to Artistic Circle Program
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
The Shubert Organization’s Artistic Circle Initiative is introducing the newest members of its program.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
The Shubert Organization’s Artistic Circle Initiative is introducing the newest members of its program.
Theater Resources Unlimited Presents TRU Community Gather via Zoom, 'The Journey from Actress to Producer: A How-to Guide'
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now into its second year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday, having offered to date over 100 conversations and unlimited camaraderie since April 17, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now into its second year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday, having offered to date over 100 conversations and unlimited camaraderie since April 17, 2020.
Brittney Johnson, Kristy Cates And More Join SLEEPY HOLLOW, A LEGENDARY MUSICAL Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Sleepy Hollow, A Legendary Musical will be holding a two-show, invitation-only industry reading in New York City, Monday, March 27th, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Sleepy Hollow, A Legendary Musical will be holding a two-show, invitation-only industry reading in New York City, Monday, March 27th, 2023.
Broadways Sandy Duncan Joins DORIS DEAR'S GURL TALK
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
'Doris Dear's Gurl Talk,' the popular talk show hosted by beloved media celebrity and LGBTQ+ advocate Doris Dear, has announced that TV, film, and Broadway star Sandy Duncan will be joining the show.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
'Doris Dear's Gurl Talk,' the popular talk show hosted by beloved media celebrity and LGBTQ+ advocate Doris Dear, has announced that TV, film, and Broadway star Sandy Duncan will be joining the show.
Black Theatre Coalition Names Tom Andre Bardwell as New Program Director
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Black Theatre Coalition has announced their new Program Director Tom Andre Bardwell who will continue the work of Nik Whitcomb, previous Program Director.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Black Theatre Coalition has announced their new Program Director Tom Andre Bardwell who will continue the work of Nik Whitcomb, previous Program Director.
Podcast Exclusive: Jordan Fisher Talks SWEENEY TODD & More on The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Listen to Jordan Fisher on the latest episode of The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Listen to Jordan Fisher on the latest episode of The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales!
Theatre Producers of Color Announces 2023 Cohorts
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
Theatre Producers of Color, the newly formed organization committed to supporting the next generation of BIPOC producers by providing access to education, training, and mentorship, announced their 2023 cohort for the third-annual education program – “Producing 101'.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
Theatre Producers of Color, the newly formed organization committed to supporting the next generation of BIPOC producers by providing access to education, training, and mentorship, announced their 2023 cohort for the third-annual education program – “Producing 101'.
The Shubert Organization Donates $5 Million to Support The Entertainment Community Fund
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
The Shubert Organization has made a $5 million gift to The Entertainment Community Fund.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2023
The Shubert Organization has made a $5 million gift to The Entertainment Community Fund.
Industry Pro Newsletter: UK Extends Tax Relief, Room Won't Come to Broadway
by Alex Freeman - March 20, 2023
While the UK grapples with unruly audiences (not an issue unique to the West End by any means), one critic makes the case that the way we are discussing unruly audiences doesn’t have the best interest of the art form in mind - that it gives it a sense of snobbishness that doesn’t invite more audiences in to enjoy a show.
by Alex Freeman - March 20, 2023
While the UK grapples with unruly audiences (not an issue unique to the West End by any means), one critic makes the case that the way we are discussing unruly audiences doesn’t have the best interest of the art form in mind - that it gives it a sense of snobbishness that doesn’t invite more audiences in to enjoy a show.
MIKE & MINDY'S WILD WEEKEND JAM To Have An Industry Showing in June
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Time for a Wild Weekend Jam... on a Thursday! Mike & Mindy's Wild Weekend Jam, with music & lyrics by Bucky Heard and Timothy D. Lee of The Righteous Brothers, with a book by Eileen Nelson & Mark Corallo will have two special industry presentations on Thursday, June 1 at 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. at Open Jar Studios.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
Time for a Wild Weekend Jam... on a Thursday! Mike & Mindy's Wild Weekend Jam, with music & lyrics by Bucky Heard and Timothy D. Lee of The Righteous Brothers, with a book by Eileen Nelson & Mark Corallo will have two special industry presentations on Thursday, June 1 at 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. at Open Jar Studios.
Jeremy O. Harris Selects 2023 Yale Drama Prize Winner, BATTHOUSE
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize, one of the theater world's most prestigious playwriting awards, now in its sixteenth year, will be presented to Jesús I. Valles for their new American play, Batthouse, a new work that was selected from more than 1,500 entries.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize, one of the theater world's most prestigious playwriting awards, now in its sixteenth year, will be presented to Jesús I. Valles for their new American play, Batthouse, a new work that was selected from more than 1,500 entries.
Playwright Candrice Jones Awarded $25,000 Kesselring Prize by the National Arts Club
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
The National Arts Club's Kesselring Prize for Playwriting has been awarded to Candrice Jones, who was nominated by TheatreSquared in Fayetteville, Arkansas, for her play Flex.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
The National Arts Club's Kesselring Prize for Playwriting has been awarded to Candrice Jones, who was nominated by TheatreSquared in Fayetteville, Arkansas, for her play Flex.
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