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A Turtle on a Fence Post, a new musical comedy, is currently in performances at the newly renamed Theater 555 (555 W. 42nd Street), where it will open on November 14. Below, BroadwayWorld is checking in with Garth Kravits, who plays Hank- the leading character and writer of the show!

A Turtle on a Fence Post, a new musical comedy, is currently playing at the newly renamed Theater 555 (555 W. 42nd Street) with opening night set for November 14.

A Turtle on a Fence Post, a new musical comedy, will play the newly renamed Theater 555 (555 W. 42nd Street) with performances beginning tomorrow October 26, and opening on November 14.

The critically-acclaimed American Chamber Ensemble, celebrating its 56th Anniversary, will present its Gala Annual Music Party and Fundraiser on Sunday, September 12 at 3:00 PM at Hofstra University's Helene Fortunoff Theater in Monroe Lecture Center on California Avenue in Hempstead, NY.

Franklin Stage Company will present a concert staging of a new opera entitled Libba: Here This Day, the story of blues and folk icon Libba Cotten, August 20–22 outdoors on the lawn at Chapel Hall in Franklin, NY. Alternate rain space will be inside Chapel Hall.

Following yesterday’s report by independent investigators of multiple occurrences of sexual harassment and retaliation by Governor Andrew Cuomo, Actors’ Equity Association has released a statement calling on Governor Cuomo to resign.

Over the next few weeks, BWW is giving you an insider look at the reopening process as Broadway prepares to take the stage once more. This week we chat with Broadway League President, Charlotte St. Martin, and more about the reopening process from the administrative end, Covid-19 safety, the intersection of Broadway and the NYC economy and tourism sector, and more.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced the launch of the $100 million New York City Musical and Theatrical Production Tax Credit, a two-year program jump-starting the entertainment industry and support tourism in New York City.

Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale presents the world premiere of THE NO ONE'S ROSE at Stanford University's Bing Concert Hall on August 26–29, 2021.

Franklin Stage Company will present Doktor Kaboom: Random Acts of Science! July 16-18 at Chapel Hall in Franklin, NY.  Billed as a science comedy, Doktor Kaboom uses inquiry, curiosity and live on-stage experiments to empower, inspire and entertain young and old alike. 

For their 25th-season performance opener, the Franklin Stage Company presents a concert featuring Ghanaian master drummer Kwaku Kwaakye Obeng and Cameroonian singer Gino Sitson whose music blends jazz, gospel, blues, and traditional African polyrhythms and melodies in exciting, innovative ways.

Lukens has also served as a Foreign Service Officer in the U.S. State Department with postings in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, a public sector Consultant at Deloitte, and a Business Representative at Actors' Equity Association.

Writer/Performer Frank Ingrasciotta treads the boards once gain performing his one-man play Blood Type: RAGU at the historic and newly-renovated Legacy Theatre in Stoney Creek, CT.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has revealed that as a result of 70 percent of New York adults receiving their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, New York will be lifting state-mandated COVID restrictions across commercial and social settings.

Penguin Rep Theatre presents 'Barnside Live @ 5!', an outdoor summer music festival taking place on the lawn adjacent to its historic Stony Point theatre located at 7 Crickettown Road. 

For LGBT+ seniors, coming out was more difficult than it is today. As a result, many have lost years of not being their authentic selves fully and not being able to openly love who they choose. Not Another Second, acknowledges and celebrates the sacrifice, bravery and contribution of LGBT+ elders, while sharing wisdom with future generations.

The Franklin Stage Company has announced the lineup of their 25th season, from July 4th weekend through August 29. All performances will be held on the lawn outside the theater. The season will open July 3rd with an opening reception for an art exhibit titled Franklin Stage Company and the Evolution of Chapel Hall.

NY NATO is having its lobbyists reach out to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s office and demand a lifting of all capacity restrictions and social distancing in movie theaters by this coming weekend.

Today's top stories: Dear Evan Hansen film has released its first official trailer and production photos, Paper Mill announces upcoming season, pre-Broadway engagement announced for Paradise Square, and more!

Following the CDC's announcement last week, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo revealed in a press conference that the state will officially adopt their guidance starting Wednesday, May 19. The Broadway League has now issued a statement on how that progress affects the road back to normal in regards to Broadway.