TCG Announces Seema Sueko To Receive Alan Schneider Director Award
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2022
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, proudly announces that Seema Sueko has been awarded the Alan Schneider Director Award. The Award was established in honor of Alan Schneider's significant contribution to theatre in the U.S. and his lifelong commitment to the development of career opportunities for freelance directors.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2022
Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, proudly announces that Seema Sueko has been awarded the Alan Schneider Director Award. The Award was established in honor of Alan Schneider's significant contribution to theatre in the U.S. and his lifelong commitment to the development of career opportunities for freelance directors.
Kevin McGuire, Julia Abueva & More To Lead OUT OF THE BLUE Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2022
Featuring music and lyrics by Emmy-winning composer Sean P. Pallatroni with book by Emmy-winner Mark Mazzarella and Darren Butler, the new musical 'Out Of The Blue' will have two industry readings.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2022
Featuring music and lyrics by Emmy-winning composer Sean P. Pallatroni with book by Emmy-winner Mark Mazzarella and Darren Butler, the new musical 'Out Of The Blue' will have two industry readings.
TEDxBroadway TEN On Demand Encore Available to Watch
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Today, TEDxBroadway organizers announced a very special encore of TEDxBroadway TEN will be released as a Video on Demand exclusively until June 29. Find out how to watch on demand here!
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Today, TEDxBroadway organizers announced a very special encore of TEDxBroadway TEN will be released as a Video on Demand exclusively until June 29. Find out how to watch on demand here!
TOURMALINE Wins the Baloise Art Prize
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Chapter NY will present a solo presentation by Tourmaline for Art Basel Statements 2022. Tourmaline is an artist, filmmaker, writer, and activist whose practice highlights the experiences of Black, queer, and trans communities and their capacity to impact the world.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Chapter NY will present a solo presentation by Tourmaline for Art Basel Statements 2022. Tourmaline is an artist, filmmaker, writer, and activist whose practice highlights the experiences of Black, queer, and trans communities and their capacity to impact the world.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Audience Intentions Look Good into 2023, Molly Smith Retires, and San Diego Rep Suspends Operations
by Alex Freeman - June 13, 2022
Waking up the morning after the Tony Awards is a day that often has many feeling inspired to go out and make art - to pursue their dreams and their passions. And as we look at the broader theatre industry in today’s newsletter, there are a lot of trends that should be viewed as highly encouraging.
by Alex Freeman - June 13, 2022
Waking up the morning after the Tony Awards is a day that often has many feeling inspired to go out and make art - to pursue their dreams and their passions. And as we look at the broader theatre industry in today’s newsletter, there are a lot of trends that should be viewed as highly encouraging.
Live & In Color Announces The Recipient Of The June Bingham New Playwright Commission
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2022
The June Bingham New Playwright Commission honors the legacy of the late artist and playwright June Bingham by providing support to a new generation of early-career women/femme and/or non-binary storytellers as they seek to create work that creates change.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2022
The June Bingham New Playwright Commission honors the legacy of the late artist and playwright June Bingham by providing support to a new generation of early-career women/femme and/or non-binary storytellers as they seek to create work that creates change.
1 9 6 8 Will Have a Private Reading Presentation Today in NYC
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
1 9 6 8, a new American jukebox musical, is presenting a private industry reading today, June 10, at 2pm in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
1 9 6 8, a new American jukebox musical, is presenting a private industry reading today, June 10, at 2pm in New York City.
Three Area High School Students and Four College Students Awarded College Scholarships from Embracing Our Differences
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
Anela Ajkic (Riverview High School), Mya Fraser (Venice High school), and Megan Meese (Riverview High School)—recently graduated high school seniors who served as members of their school’s Coexistence Club—were awarded $1,000 four-year renewable scholarships by Embracing Our Differences.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
Anela Ajkic (Riverview High School), Mya Fraser (Venice High school), and Megan Meese (Riverview High School)—recently graduated high school seniors who served as members of their school’s Coexistence Club—were awarded $1,000 four-year renewable scholarships by Embracing Our Differences.
New Musical RUBIES by Dennis Hanrahan and Laura I Kramer Announces Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2022
The new musical RUBIES with book and lyrics by Dennis Hanrahan and music by Laura I. Kramer (A Letter To Harvey Milk) will get an invite-only industry presentation on Friday, June 10.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2022
The new musical RUBIES with book and lyrics by Dennis Hanrahan and music by Laura I. Kramer (A Letter To Harvey Milk) will get an invite-only industry presentation on Friday, June 10.
Full Cast Announced for Industry Reading of BELVA – DON'T GIVE UP BEFORE THE MIRACLE
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Tony Award winning producer Michael A. Jenkins today announced the cast for the special by-invitation-only industry reading for the new musical BELVA - Don’t Give Up Before the Miracle on Friday June 10th at Pearl Studios (500 Eighth Avenue).
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Tony Award winning producer Michael A. Jenkins today announced the cast for the special by-invitation-only industry reading for the new musical BELVA - Don’t Give Up Before the Miracle on Friday June 10th at Pearl Studios (500 Eighth Avenue).
Full Team Set for SENSATION Industry Presentation
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2022
With the additions of Yasuhiko Fukuoka (Music Supervisor/Arranger) and Lauren Robinson (Jackie), the full team for the first industry reading of the brand-new musical Sensation is set. The reading will take place on Thursday June 9, 2022 at Ripley-Grier Studios in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2022
With the additions of Yasuhiko Fukuoka (Music Supervisor/Arranger) and Lauren Robinson (Jackie), the full team for the first industry reading of the brand-new musical Sensation is set. The reading will take place on Thursday June 9, 2022 at Ripley-Grier Studios in New York City.
Actors' Equity Association Endorses Kevin Cahill for Assembly District 103
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
Actors’ Equity Association announced that Equity’s National Council has voted to endorse Kevin Cahill’s campaign for Assembly. Cahill represents the 103rd Assembly District in Albany.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
Actors’ Equity Association announced that Equity’s National Council has voted to endorse Kevin Cahill’s campaign for Assembly. Cahill represents the 103rd Assembly District in Albany.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Tax Credits in Maryland, A Unionization Effort in DC
by Alex Freeman - June 06, 2022
The Tony Awards are on Sunday, and that feels really normal. Anyone who has walked through Times Square in the past week or so would also attest that the crush of tourists is also starting to feel normal. Box Offices across the country are starting to normalize, though I don’t know anyone wants to go so far as to call them normal quite yet.
by Alex Freeman - June 06, 2022
The Tony Awards are on Sunday, and that feels really normal. Anyone who has walked through Times Square in the past week or so would also attest that the crush of tourists is also starting to feel normal. Box Offices across the country are starting to normalize, though I don’t know anyone wants to go so far as to call them normal quite yet.
A TOAST TO HARVEY – CELEBRATING HARVEY EVANS Comes to The Triad This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
The evening will be hosted by his good friend and fellow hoofer, Lee Roy Reams, and features performances and remembrances by Jim Brochu, Anita Gillette, Kurt Peterson, Marianne Tatum and Penny Worth and directed by DO40 board member Lawrence Leritz, producer and choreographer of The Triad Theatre's hit show Boobs! The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
The evening will be hosted by his good friend and fellow hoofer, Lee Roy Reams, and features performances and remembrances by Jim Brochu, Anita Gillette, Kurt Peterson, Marianne Tatum and Penny Worth and directed by DO40 board member Lawrence Leritz, producer and choreographer of The Triad Theatre's hit show Boobs! The Musical.
Actors' Equity Association Endorses Chuck Schumer for United States Senate
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
Actors’ Equity Association announced that Equity’s National Council has voted to endorse Chuck Schumer’s campaign for Senate on behalf of the more than 20,000 members living in New York State.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
Actors’ Equity Association announced that Equity’s National Council has voted to endorse Chuck Schumer’s campaign for Senate on behalf of the more than 20,000 members living in New York State.
James A. Rocco and Renee Prola Announce the Launch of Thirty Saints Music Licensing
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
James A. Rocco worked for a dozen years at The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, producing, presenting, and administering major stage productions. He is also an Award-Winning director, writer, and singer who created Songbook Live, a series of 'edutainment' concerts that chart the evolution of popular music and its effect on contemporary culture.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
James A. Rocco worked for a dozen years at The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, producing, presenting, and administering major stage productions. He is also an Award-Winning director, writer, and singer who created Songbook Live, a series of 'edutainment' concerts that chart the evolution of popular music and its effect on contemporary culture.
Actors' Equity Association Endorses Kathy Hochul For Governor Of New York
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
Actors' Equity Association announced that Equity's National Council has voted to endorse Kathy Hochul's campaign for Governor on behalf of the more than 20,000 members living in New York State.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
Actors' Equity Association announced that Equity's National Council has voted to endorse Kathy Hochul's campaign for Governor on behalf of the more than 20,000 members living in New York State.
Chad Austin and JV Mercanti Launch New Collaborative Company 'The 29 Hour Venture'
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
Chad Austin and JV Mercanti have launched a new collaborative company The 29 Hour Venture with the aim to provide an artistic space for writers to hear their work -- at whatever stage of the process – produced with the utmost professionalism.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
Chad Austin and JV Mercanti have launched a new collaborative company The 29 Hour Venture with the aim to provide an artistic space for writers to hear their work -- at whatever stage of the process – produced with the utmost professionalism.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Is a Subscription Model the Correct Model for an Arts Organization?
by Alex Freeman - May 31, 2022
As we hit the unofficial start of summer, overall the trends are looking up for Broadway and the broader theatre industry. That isn’t to say there aren’t ongoing challenges: ever-shifting health and safety protocols, continued reports of toxic work environments that need to be sorted, and a major shift in how audiences are buying tickets.
by Alex Freeman - May 31, 2022
As we hit the unofficial start of summer, overall the trends are looking up for Broadway and the broader theatre industry. That isn’t to say there aren’t ongoing challenges: ever-shifting health and safety protocols, continued reports of toxic work environments that need to be sorted, and a major shift in how audiences are buying tickets.
The Alliance for Jewish Theatre Hires New Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
The Alliance for Jewish Theatre (AJT), the only international organization promoting Jewish theatre worldwide, has hired Oregon-based theatre director, arts administrator, teacher, and arts advocate Willow Jade Norton as its new Executive Director.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
The Alliance for Jewish Theatre (AJT), the only international organization promoting Jewish theatre worldwide, has hired Oregon-based theatre director, arts administrator, teacher, and arts advocate Willow Jade Norton as its new Executive Director.
Hermitage Announces 2022 Winner Of The Hermitage Major Theater Award
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, announced today that accomplished theater artist and director Shariffa Ali has been selected as the 2022 recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, announced today that accomplished theater artist and director Shariffa Ali has been selected as the 2022 recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).
Actors' Equity Association Announces Results Of 2022 Officer And Councilor Election
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
Actors' Equity Association, the union which represents more than 51,000 professional stage actors and stage managers, announced the results of its 2022 office and councilor election.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
Actors' Equity Association, the union which represents more than 51,000 professional stage actors and stage managers, announced the results of its 2022 office and councilor election.
New Musical SENSATION Announces Cast and Industry Reading
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
The brand-new original musical Sensation will present its first industry reading on Thursday June 9, 2022 in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
The brand-new original musical Sensation will present its first industry reading on Thursday June 9, 2022 in New York City.
1660 VINE Musical to Stream Online Ahead of Targeted Broadway Run
by Michael Major - May 24, 2022
Viral singer-TikTok vocal coach Cheryl Porter, American Idol alum Pia Toscano, actor and TikTok star Chris Olsen, and Prince Khemuni Norodom of the Cambodian Royal Family have been announced to lead 1660 Vine, a new movie musical that will stream online ahead of its targeted 2024 Broadway debut.
by Michael Major - May 24, 2022
Viral singer-TikTok vocal coach Cheryl Porter, American Idol alum Pia Toscano, actor and TikTok star Chris Olsen, and Prince Khemuni Norodom of the Cambodian Royal Family have been announced to lead 1660 Vine, a new movie musical that will stream online ahead of its targeted 2024 Broadway debut.
Broadway Green Alliance Announces Spring E-Waste Collection Drive Set For June 1st
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2022
The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) is partnering with 4THBIN to sponsor an E-Waste Drive for the theatre industry on Wednesday, June 1 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Duffy Square. The event is open to all shows, theatres, industry members, and fans.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2022
The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) is partnering with 4THBIN to sponsor an E-Waste Drive for the theatre industry on Wednesday, June 1 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Duffy Square. The event is open to all shows, theatres, industry members, and fans.
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