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Meet Janet McTeer, the Legendary Actress Behind BERNHARDT/HAMLET's Legendary Actress
by Julie Musbach - Oct 28, 2018


Roundabout Theatre Company's Bernhardt/Hamlet tells the story of stage legend Sarah Bernhardt and her battle to take on one of the most sacred roles in theatre canon. Bernhardt was unrivaled in her day and recognized as the epitome of talent. There is no better actress to tackle the inimitable performer than legend in her own right Janet McTeer.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: HEAD OVER HEELS Cast Goes Head Over Holidays for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 30, 2018


Below, check out exclusive photos of the cast of Head Over Heels as they record their track, 'Head Over Holidays.'

Exclusive Photo Coverage: ALADDIN Cast Proves Carols For A Cure is Auld You Need This Christmas!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 1, 2018


Below, check out exclusive photos of Telly Leung, Arielle Jacobs and the cast of Aladdin as they record their track, 'You're Auld I Need to Get By.'

Exclusive Photos: Taylor Trensch and Cast of DEAR EVAN HANSEN Hear the Bells for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 23, 2018


Below, check out exclusive photos of Taylor Trensch and the cast of Dear Evan Hansen as they record their track, 'I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.'

Exclusive Photo Coverage: COME FROM AWAY Cast Gets Merry and Bright for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Dec 2, 2018


Below, check out exclusive photos of the cast of Come From Away as they record their track, 'The Seven Joys Mary.'

Exclusive Photo Coverage: KINKY BOOTS Cast Gets In the Christmas Spirit for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 25, 2018


Below, check out exclusive photos of the cast of Kinky Boots as they record their track, 'O Christmas Tree.'

Exclusive Photo Coverage: ANASTASIA's Christy Altomare & Zach Adkins Are Feeling Just Like Christmas for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 24, 2018


It's almost time for Broadway's Carols for a Cure album to arrive! The cast of Anastasia recently hit the studio to record their track. Check out the photos below!

Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of The Potomac Theatre Project's 32nd Season at The Atlantic Stage 2
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2018


PTP/NYC (Potomac Theatre Project), in association with Middlebury College, proudly presents its 32nd repertory season, its 12th consecutive in New York City, in a limited Off-Broadway engagement at The Atlantic Stage 2, located at 330 West 16th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues. Previews began on July 10 for a July 17 opening with performances continuing through August 5.

Photo Flash: Potomac Theatre Project Presents 32nd Repertory Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2018


PTP/NYC (Potomac Theatre Project), in association with Middlebury College, proudly presents its 32nd repertory season, its 12th consecutive in New York City, running July 10 - August 5, 2018 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement at The Atlantic Stage 2, located at 330 West 16th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues.

Previews Begin Tonight For PTP/NYC At Atlantic Stage 2
by Julie Musbach - Jul 10, 2018


PTP/NYC (Potomac Theatre Project), in association with Middlebury College, proudly presents its 32nd repertory season, its 12th consecutive in New York City, running July 10 - August 5, 2018 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement at The Atlantic Stage 2, located at 330 West 16th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues.

Photo Flash: Potomac Theatre Project's 32nd Repertory Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2018


PTP/NYC (Potomac Theatre Project), in association with Middlebury College, proudly presents its 32nd repertory season, its 12th consecutive in New York City, running July 10 - August 5, 2018 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement at The Atlantic Stage 2, located at 330 West 16th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues.

Industry Insight Tony Awards LIVE Blog
by Cara Joy David - Jun 10, 2018


Maggie Larkin to Produce the Jan Maxwell Festival
by Julie Musbach - Jun 5, 2018


In memory of Jan Maxwell, producer/director Maggie Larkin (Sondheimas) will present the Jan Maxwell Festival, a presentation of three plays in development-all of which star a compelling woman or femme-identified person over the age of 50. The festival will take place in October; exact dates and venue to be announced.

Potomac Theatre Project Announces 32nd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2018


PTP/NYC (Potomac Theatre Project), in association with Middlebury College, proudly presents its 32nd repertory season, its 12th consecutive in New York City, running July 10 - August 5, 2018 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement at The Atlantic Stage 2, located at 330 West 16th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues.

Memorial Service for Jan Maxwell to Be Held June 4; Jayne Houdyshell, Mary Beth Peil, and More to Attend
by Julie Musbach - May 24, 2018


A memorial service for beloved five-time Tony Award-nominated actress Jan Maxwell will be held on Monday, June 4 at Manhattan Theatre Club's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre

MSUM to Hold Memorial Service for Jan Maxwell on Tuesday
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2018


Minnesota State University Moorhead will hold a memorial for the late Jan Maxwell on Tuesday night, according to Inforum.

BWW Review: Laura and Linda Benanti Return to Kennedy Center in THE STORY GOES ON
by Jennifer Perry - Mar 11, 2018


The show, aptly titled 'The Story Goes On,' featured an eclectic set list, but there was one common thread - each song was exceptionally well sung.

Industry Editor Exclusive: To Dim or Not to Dim? How Broadway Chooses When to Dim Its Marquees
by Cara Joy David - Mar 2, 2018


A couple of weeks ago when five-time Tony nominee Jan Maxwell died, I assumed the marquees of Broadway theaters would be dimmed. I emailed the Broadway League--the association of theatre owners and producers who issues press releases on such things--to ask 'when' it would happen. I don't know why I automatically assumed it would.

FREEZE FRAME: Broadway Dims the Lights for Jan Maxwell
by Walter McBride - Feb 22, 2018


As previously announced, the Marquis Theatre and the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre would dim their lights in memory of five-time Tony Award nominated actor, singer and performer Jan Maxwell, who passed away on Sunday, February 11th at age 61. The lights dimmed on February 21, 2018, at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

Updated: Samuel J. Friedman Will Join Marquis Theatre in Dimming the Lights in Honor of Jan Maxwell
by Julie Musbach - Feb 16, 2018


The Broadway community mourns the loss of five-time Tony Award® nominated actor, singer and performer Jan Maxwell, who passed away on Sunday, February 11th at age 61. The Marquis Theatre (210 W 46th St.), where she made her final Broadway appearance, will dim its lights in her memory on February 21, 2018, at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.

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