Photos: The Horton Foote Prize Awarded to Christina Anderson
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
On Monday night, The Horton Foote Prize held their first in person ceremony since 2018 honoring Christina Anderson, the 2022 winner. Pulitzer Prize winning playwrights and Ms. Anderson's former teachers and mentors, Paula Vogel and Lynn Nottage, presented Christina with $50,000 and a limited edition of Keith Carter’s iconic photograph of Horton Foote.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
On Monday night, The Horton Foote Prize held their first in person ceremony since 2018 honoring Christina Anderson, the 2022 winner. Pulitzer Prize winning playwrights and Ms. Anderson's former teachers and mentors, Paula Vogel and Lynn Nottage, presented Christina with $50,000 and a limited edition of Keith Carter’s iconic photograph of Horton Foote.
Industry Leaders Gather For The Theatre Leadership Project Celebration
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
The Theatre Leadership Project (TTLP), founded during the pandemic to create lasting change in American theatre by installing BIPOC leadership in the industry, held its first in-person affair on Monday at Brooklyn Chop House in Times Square.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
The Theatre Leadership Project (TTLP), founded during the pandemic to create lasting change in American theatre by installing BIPOC leadership in the industry, held its first in-person affair on Monday at Brooklyn Chop House in Times Square.
Stellar and Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announce Partnership
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
Stellar and Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) announced a partnership to ensure that OSF's groundbreaking O! Digital Stage will be powered in part by Stellar's industry leading platform, bringing unparalleled theatrical experiences to audiences around the globe.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
Stellar and Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) announced a partnership to ensure that OSF's groundbreaking O! Digital Stage will be powered in part by Stellar's industry leading platform, bringing unparalleled theatrical experiences to audiences around the globe.
Podcast Exclusive: The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales: Julie Benko
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
Julie Benko is an amazing actress, singer, writer, musician, director, and philanthropist based in NYC. She holds a BFA in Drama and an MFA in Acting from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. She currently plays as Fanny Brice in the Broadway show, 'Funny Girl', and released her brand new album, 'Hand in Hand' last August.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2022
Julie Benko is an amazing actress, singer, writer, musician, director, and philanthropist based in NYC. She holds a BFA in Drama and an MFA in Acting from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. She currently plays as Fanny Brice in the Broadway show, 'Funny Girl', and released her brand new album, 'Hand in Hand' last August.
Broadway DNA Will Present Industry Reading of SMJ's SWAY
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2022
Broadway DNA will present a private industry reading of SMJ's SWAY at Open Jar Studios in Midtown Manhattan November 17 at 2 and 7 PM.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2022
Broadway DNA will present a private industry reading of SMJ's SWAY at Open Jar Studios in Midtown Manhattan November 17 at 2 and 7 PM.
Charlotte Moore and Ciarán O'Reilly of The Irish Repertory Theatre, To Be Honored By NY Landmarks Conservancy
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2022
On November 2, 2022, The New York Landmarks Conservancy will host its 29th Living Landmarks Celebration at The Plaza. This year's honorees are Rev. Dr. Calvin Butts III, Andreas C. Dracopoulos, Marlene Hess, Earl Monroe, Charlotte Moore and Ciarán O'Reilly, Faith Ringgold, and Oscar Tang.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2022
On November 2, 2022, The New York Landmarks Conservancy will host its 29th Living Landmarks Celebration at The Plaza. This year's honorees are Rev. Dr. Calvin Butts III, Andreas C. Dracopoulos, Marlene Hess, Earl Monroe, Charlotte Moore and Ciarán O'Reilly, Faith Ringgold, and Oscar Tang.
Listen: Branden Jacobs-Jenkins Discusses His Early Work & More on THE DRAMATISTS GUILD PRESENTS: TALKBACK
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2022
The Dramatists Guild of America is presenting season four of The Dramatists Guild Presents: TALKBACK. The Guild celebrates writers from a diverse array of backgrounds and how they’ve built meaningful careers within a constantly evolving industry. The first episode of the season debuts today with Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Listen here!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2022
The Dramatists Guild of America is presenting season four of The Dramatists Guild Presents: TALKBACK. The Guild celebrates writers from a diverse array of backgrounds and how they’ve built meaningful careers within a constantly evolving industry. The first episode of the season debuts today with Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Listen here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: A Casino in Times Square? Drabinsky Sues Equity
by Alex Freeman - October 24, 2022
AEA featured prominently in industry news last week - voicing support for a casino project in Times Square, as the subject of a defamation suit from producer Garth Drabinsky, and their efforts to organize the dancers at Star Garden. All as the industry continues to work towards a new normal, while facing tremendous challenges on all fronts.
by Alex Freeman - October 24, 2022
AEA featured prominently in industry news last week - voicing support for a casino project in Times Square, as the subject of a defamation suit from producer Garth Drabinsky, and their efforts to organize the dancers at Star Garden. All as the industry continues to work towards a new normal, while facing tremendous challenges on all fronts.
Industry Reading of New Musical SHANGHAI SONATAS to Take Place This Week
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2022
Memor NYC, Inc. will present a development reading of Shanghai Sonatas, a new musical with music by Sean (Xiang) Gao, lyrics by Joyce Hill Stoner and book by Alan Goodson. Chongren Fan will direct the by-invitation only development reading on Friday, October 28 at 3PM at Theater 555.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2022
Memor NYC, Inc. will present a development reading of Shanghai Sonatas, a new musical with music by Sean (Xiang) Gao, lyrics by Joyce Hill Stoner and book by Alan Goodson. Chongren Fan will direct the by-invitation only development reading on Friday, October 28 at 3PM at Theater 555.
TCG Announces RECOGNIZE Grantees for THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color Program
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Theatre Communications Grouphas announced the recipients of RECOGNIZE grants as part of the THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color program. With $1,635,000 in support from Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, TCG is working in partnership with an Advisory Circle of BIPOC* to provide unrestricted funds for BITOC based in the U.S.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Theatre Communications Grouphas announced the recipients of RECOGNIZE grants as part of the THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color program. With $1,635,000 in support from Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, TCG is working in partnership with an Advisory Circle of BIPOC* to provide unrestricted funds for BITOC based in the U.S.
Actors' Equity Association Endorses John Fetterman for United States Senate
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Actors’ Equity Association's National Council has voted to endorse John Fetterman's campaign for United States Senate on behalf of the more than 51,000 actors and stage managers working in live entertainment.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2022
Actors’ Equity Association's National Council has voted to endorse John Fetterman's campaign for United States Senate on behalf of the more than 51,000 actors and stage managers working in live entertainment.
David Aron Damane, Jackie Burns & More to Lead PERFECT WORLD Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2022
The new musical PERFECT WORLD will get an invite-only, industry presentation on October 27 & 28. It features book and lyrics by Alan Edmunds, music & lyrics by Richard Winzeler, and will be directed by Karen Carpenter with music director & vocal arrangements by Laura Bergquist and choreography by Alexandra Beller.
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2022
The new musical PERFECT WORLD will get an invite-only, industry presentation on October 27 & 28. It features book and lyrics by Alan Edmunds, music & lyrics by Richard Winzeler, and will be directed by Karen Carpenter with music director & vocal arrangements by Laura Bergquist and choreography by Alexandra Beller.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Unionization Takes a Step Forward at Star Gardens
by Alex Freeman - October 17, 2022
Questions of access continue to be discussed after an incident at Hadestown last week, ultimately highlighting that there is a deep need for more education around the topic for everyone involved. In the UK, educational access for school children is becoming more challenging than ever before with cuts to funding for those trips.
by Alex Freeman - October 17, 2022
Questions of access continue to be discussed after an incident at Hadestown last week, ultimately highlighting that there is a deep need for more education around the topic for everyone involved. In the UK, educational access for school children is becoming more challenging than ever before with cuts to funding for those trips.
Samuel Dale Johnson Joins Promethean Artists
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2022
With a voice described by Bachtrack as “gloriously lyrical”, Australian baritone Samuel Dale Johnson joins the roster of Promethean Artists for general management with Callan Coughlan.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2022
With a voice described by Bachtrack as “gloriously lyrical”, Australian baritone Samuel Dale Johnson joins the roster of Promethean Artists for general management with Callan Coughlan.
StoryMan Productions to Present a Staged Reading of THE CHRYSALIS
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2022
Written and directed by Joe Ricci, The Chrysalis, explores family life when John's daughters (bohemian artist, Vicki, and her workaholic sister, Kerrigan) come home for a Sunday dinner and he drops the bombshell that not only is he selling the family home, but he's also joined 'Silver Foxes,' a dating site for sophisticated singles over sixty.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2022
Written and directed by Joe Ricci, The Chrysalis, explores family life when John's daughters (bohemian artist, Vicki, and her workaholic sister, Kerrigan) come home for a Sunday dinner and he drops the bombshell that not only is he selling the family home, but he's also joined 'Silver Foxes,' a dating site for sophisticated singles over sixty.
The Shubert Organizations Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Artistic Circle
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
As part of its ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, The Shubert Organization has established the Artistic Circle, an initiative to bring more BIPOC producers into the commercial American theatre landscape.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
As part of its ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, The Shubert Organization has established the Artistic Circle, an initiative to bring more BIPOC producers into the commercial American theatre landscape.
SITI Company's Executive Director Michelle Preston To Step Down Following 10 Years of Service
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
SITI Company’s Board of Directors announced that longtime Executive Director, Michelle Preston, will be stepping down at the end of October after 10 years of leadership. Preston began her tenure at SITI as the Deputy Director in 2012 and was named SITI’s Executive Director in 2014 following the departure of Megan Wanlass.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
SITI Company’s Board of Directors announced that longtime Executive Director, Michelle Preston, will be stepping down at the end of October after 10 years of leadership. Preston began her tenure at SITI as the Deputy Director in 2012 and was named SITI’s Executive Director in 2014 following the departure of Megan Wanlass.
Theater Resources Unlimited Announces Upcoming TRU Community Gathering Via Zoom
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
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 - October 13, 2022
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.
The African American Film Critics Association Salutes Broadway
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) will present AAFCA Salutes Broadway on Monday, October 17th at the Lamb's Club in the heart of New York's theater district.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) will present AAFCA Salutes Broadway on Monday, October 17th at the Lamb's Club in the heart of New York's theater district.
The Stage Managers' Association Announces 2022 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2022
On Monday October 24th, 2022, the Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) will present its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management, at the National Opera Center’s Marc A. Scorca Hall in NYC.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2022
On Monday October 24th, 2022, the Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) will present its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management, at the National Opera Center’s Marc A. Scorca Hall in NYC.
Dance Intersects Activism At Accent Dance NYC Annual LET'S DANCE GALA, ART WITH HEART
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2022
Accent Dance NYC, a non-profit dance organization that champions diversity and equity through arts education and professional concert performance, announces Let's Dance! 2022: Art with Heart, a fundraising gala event on November 12th at Manhattan's Ballet Arts Center for Dance.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2022
Accent Dance NYC, a non-profit dance organization that champions diversity and equity through arts education and professional concert performance, announces Let's Dance! 2022: Art with Heart, a fundraising gala event on November 12th at Manhattan's Ballet Arts Center for Dance.
Jessica Hendy To Present Industry Reading of New Bio-Musical, WALKING WITH BUBBLES This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
Broadway actress Jessica Hendy, (Cats, Aida, Amour) is bringing her own story to the stage in Walking with Bubbles, a new musical about the journey of a mother navigating her life after a shocking health crisis leaves her family in a vulnerable storm of chaos. The reading will be presented on October 24th and 25th at the AMT Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
Broadway actress Jessica Hendy, (Cats, Aida, Amour) is bringing her own story to the stage in Walking with Bubbles, a new musical about the journey of a mother navigating her life after a shocking health crisis leaves her family in a vulnerable storm of chaos. The reading will be presented on October 24th and 25th at the AMT Theatre.
Dana Brooke, Biko Eisen-Martin, Darius Rose & Robbie Simpson to Star in SPINNING THE BOTTLE Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
Spinning the Bottle, a new play by James Hindman will receive a private industry reading in New York City on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 5 PM. Presented by Michael Borges and Scott Rehl, in association with CinèTheatrix, and directed by Alan Souza, the reading will feature Dana Brooke, Biko Eisen-Martin, Darius Rose, and Robbie Simpson.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
Spinning the Bottle, a new play by James Hindman will receive a private industry reading in New York City on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 5 PM. Presented by Michael Borges and Scott Rehl, in association with CinèTheatrix, and directed by Alan Souza, the reading will feature Dana Brooke, Biko Eisen-Martin, Darius Rose, and Robbie Simpson.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Theatres Aim to Hold True to Their Values, Some Audiences Are Being Left Behind
by Alex Freeman - October 11, 2022
As theatres work to return to the new normal, we continue to find new ways in which the industry needs to find improvements on the way that they treat those that are creating the art - we have arrived at the “rubber meets the road” moment for every theatre that issued statements about their ideals in the past few years.
by Alex Freeman - October 11, 2022
As theatres work to return to the new normal, we continue to find new ways in which the industry needs to find improvements on the way that they treat those that are creating the art - we have arrived at the “rubber meets the road” moment for every theatre that issued statements about their ideals in the past few years.
Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton to Receive Ming Cho Lee Award
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2022
The Henry Hewes Design Awards committee announced that legendary lighting designers Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton will each be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 58th annual event on October 24 in a livestream awards ceremony.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2022
The Henry Hewes Design Awards committee announced that legendary lighting designers Jules Fisher and Jennifer Tipton will each be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design, bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards at the 58th annual event on October 24 in a livestream awards ceremony.
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