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Tituss Burgess, Sean Hayes, Rachel Dratch & More to Join New York Theatre Workshop's 2023 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2023


New York Theatre Workshop's 2023 Gala will be held on Monday May 1 at 6PM at Capitale. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets!

Scott Barrow, Kathleen Chalfant & More to Star in HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2023


Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of Tectonic Theater Project's Here There Are Blueberries. 

Rush and Digital Lottery Policies Set For GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2023


Broadway's Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes has announced the Rush and Digital Lottery policies for the show which is now in previews at The Belasco Theatre.

Review: DISNEY'S LITTLE MERMAID JR at Red Curtain Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 9, 2023


What did our critic think of DISNEY'S LITTLE MERMAID JR at Red Curtain Theatre?

Meisner Acting Technique Returns To WaterTower Theatre This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2023


Is it time to take your acting skills to the next level?  Register now for the seven-week Meisner Acting Technique class at WaterTower Theatre and start taking control of your craft now!

GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR Starring Sean Hayes Begins Previews On Broadway Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2023


Broadway previews begin tomorrow, Friday, April 7 for Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. See how to purchase tickets!

Video: GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR Cast Gets Ready for Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2023


Rehearsals are underway for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Watch as the company meets the press n this video!

Photos: Sean Hayes & the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR Meet the Press
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 31, 2023


Rehearsals are underway for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar begins performances on April 7 and opens on April 24 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre.

Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR; Beginning Previews Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2023


Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Doug Wright and directed by Lisa Peterson, Good Night, Oscar begins previews tonight, April 7 and opens on April 24 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre. Meet the cast of Good Night, Oscar here!

GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR & More Named as Finalists for 2023 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2023


The American Theatre Critics Association announced six finalists for the 2023 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of New York City in 2022.

Industry Pro Newsletter: UK Extends Tax Relief, Room Won't Come to Broadway
by Alex Freeman - Mar 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.

Full Cast Announced For GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR as Rehearsals Begin
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2023


Broadway rehearsals began for the upcoming new Broadway play, Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes. Full casting has also been revealed for the production. Learn more about the show and its cast here!

New York Theatre Workshop to Host ARE WE THERE YET World Premiere Presented by Teens Ukraine Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2023


New York Theatre Workshop host the world premiere of Are We There Yet, theatre told verbatim by Ukrainian teen refugees this month.

Mid-Career Playwrights Struggle to Get Support in Youth-Focused Industry
by Cara Joy David - Mar 20, 2023


Theater is often focused on the young. One would think this is only true on the stage—actors and appearance receive the bulk of attention. But behind-the-scenes it is that way too. With a few exceptions for established writers like Tom Stoppard, emerging writers are given way more attention than older ones.

Two Musicals Win Richard Rodgers Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2023


The American Academy of Arts and Letters announced the two recipients of the 2023 Richard Rodgers Awards for Musical Theater. Both winning musicals will receive funds toward their presentation in staged readings at nonprofit theaters in New York City.

HANDS ON A HARDBODY Cast to Reunite for 10th Anniversary at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2023


54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards® Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome the original cast of Hands on A Hardbody on June 6th at 7:00pm & 9:30pm, as they reunite for the musical’s 10th anniversary.

CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND, SPRING AWAKENING & More Set for The 5th Avenue Theatre 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2023


The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced its 2023/24 season, which features an eclectic collection of shows that will combine for an alluring year of theater that explores the power of dreams.

Laura Bell Bundy, Jeannette Bayardelle & More to Join Hermitage 20th Anniversary Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2023


The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced the line-up of guest stars for its one-night-only benefit concert to celebrate the 20th Anniversary Season of the Hermitage and to raise funds for ongoing repairs to the Hermitage following the impact of Hurricane Ian earlier this season.

BEAUTIFUL, ON YOUR FEET!, and More Set For La Mirada's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2023


LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT have announced the 2022/2023 “Get On Your Feet!” season of shows.  

Jacobs Storms' TENNESSEE RISING Directed By Alan Cumming Premieres Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2023


The newly renovated AMT Theater in midtown will host the Off-Broadway Premiere of TENNESSEE RISING: THE DAWN OF TENNESSEE WILLIAMS, a solo play written and performed by Jacob Storms.

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