Lynne Shankel News

The University Of Michigan Department of Musical Theatre will be hosting a two week writer’s residency this November for the creative team of MARIAN, a new musical about the renowned opera singer and activist, Marian Anderson. 

In an effort to champion reproductive justice and create a platform for meaningful change, 'My Body, My Voice: Songs for Safe Access' has announced its lineup of talented artists and creators.

Get ready for an incredible night of music and support for reproductive rights at the 'My Body, My Voice: Songs for Safe Access' benefit concert. Discover the lineup, event details, and how you can be a part of this meaningful cause. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of storytelling and solidarity for health equity.

Village Theatre will welcome back in-person the nationally renowned Festival of New Musicals, August 12-13, in Issaquah, Wash. Now in its 20th year, this theatrically packed weekend brings together the nation’s brightest musical theatre writers and provides Seattle area theatre-lovers with the rare opportunity to see first-hand how a new musical comes to life.

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents IF I DIDN’T KNOW BETTER: The Music of Emma Ashford.

Check out the opening number from Broadway Bares: Pleasure Park featuring Jessica Vosk, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Jonathan Burke, and more!

See photos and video from Broadway Bares: Pleasure Park, which raised $1,887,014!

Watch rehearsal footage of Mykal Kilgore performing the finale of Broadway Bares: Pleasure Park!

Two newly minted Tony Award winners are headed toward the gates of Broadway Bares: Pleasure Park as time is running out to get tickets. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Check out photos from opening night of White Girl in Danger!

Following a 3-year wait, The Musical Stage Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for their eagerly anticipated production of KELLY V. KELLY, a new musical from Sara Farb and Britta Johnson and the conclusion of Johnson’s CRESCENDO SERIES residency with the company.

Vineyard Theatre and Second Stage Theater will host a special SOAP OPERA NIGHT performance of WHITE GIRL IN DANGER on Tuesday, March 28 at 7pm, co-hosted by Soap Opera Digest.

March is Disabilities Awareness Month and Broadway is celebrating with the release of EVERYBODY DANCE- a documentary that dives into the transformative world of art as it empowers and emboldens children with neurological differences and disabilities.

Crystal Skillman, a celebrated playwright, comic book author, musical theater collaborator and a contributor to a popular cartoon, will visit Webster University's main campus in St. Louis to give a staged reading and to also work with students who will perform her play “Rain and Zoe Save the World” March 3-5.

The work of Geller, Koyfman, and Goldenberg to be featured in Women of The Wings Volume 5 - March 4, at 54 Below.

The event of the year is back! Arts Ignite has announced the return of its annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, taking place on Monday, December 12 at 7:00 PM at Joe's Pub at The Public in New York City.

Get in the holiday spirit at Joe's Pub with Murray Hill, Justin Vivian Bond, Bridget Everett, Justin Hicks and more!

Everybody Dance, the new documentary following the everyday life of children with different disabilities and explores how ballet has changed their lives, is available now on digital platforms. The new film also features 'I Will Make Thunder,' a new song sung by Bonnie Milligan. Watch the video trailer and listen to the new song now!

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced additional casting for their 34th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which returns in person and takes place on Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21, 2022 at New World Stages.

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced preliminary casting and additional programming for their 34th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which returns in person and takes place on Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21, 2022, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).