One of the O'Neill's oldest programs, the National Critics Institute is the nation’s premier intensive for arts writers and critics to strengthen their skills in an increasingly competitive and fast-paced industry.
In the job posting heard ‘round the theatre world a few weeks ago, the powers that be at The New York Times declared that their new theatre critic will be “eager to embrace new story forms with strong visual, audio and video components,” someone who will be “ready to employ different platform,” and “routinely use alternate story formats and multimedia.” Don’t worry, the posting does also seek someone who can write, describing a “dynamic, digital first writer.”
MGM+ has revealed that Aaron Tveit will be joining stars Alexander Ludwig and Jessica Frances Dukes in Earth Abides, the highly anticipated new take on George R. Stewart’s classic sci-fi novel of the same name. In the series, Tveit will play Charlie, the handsome leader of a new group of travelers.
De Niro Con, a celebration of 80 years of Robert De Niro, has unveiled its programming lineup. Coinciding with the 2024 Tribeca Festival, this three-day tribute takes place at Spring Studios in New York City from June 14-16. De Niro Con is powered by Webex Events, allowing fans to download an exclusive app to make the most of their Con experience. See the full lineup here!
MGM+ has ordered a new sci-fi series EARTH ABIDES, a television adaptation of the legendary cult classic novel, featuring Alexander Ludwig in a leading role. Created by showrunner Todd Komarnicki (Sully), the series will star Alexander Ludwig (Vikings) as “Ish” and begin production in Vancouver on April 8.
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center has opened applications for writers and critics for its annual National Critics Institute program. Learn more about how to apply here!
Cockpit In Court at CCBC presents THE DINNER PARTY, by Neil Simon. With 30+ Neil Simon plays to consider, THE DINNER PARTY is an unconventional choice. It’s not funny-funny, as one who is only passingly familiar with Neil Simon’s work, might expect, so it’s less often produced; consider it an opportunity to see something one hasn’t seen before.
What did our critic think of MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT at Wildwood Park For The Arts?
THE WHALE has been stunning audiences since its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival. It stars Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Hong Chau, Ty Simpkins, and Samantha Morton. Check out what critics thought of The Whale now!
What did critics think of Diana the Musical on Netflix? We've rounded up all of the reviews from the filmed capture of the Broadway show which is now streaming on Netflix.
Seminary Hill, an orchard-driven, eco-focused, locally made cider brand based in Callicoon, New York, will debut a new line of hard ciders on June 25, 2021.
The Music Box Theatre in Chicago will screen the upcoming In The Heights film, thanks to increasing capacity limits coming soon to the city.
The follow-up to 'Ariana' which was released last month, 'Stumble' is the second single from The Neverlutionaries debut self-titled LP set for release February 12, 2021 via Polychromatic Records.
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is coming! Netflix will release the film adaptation of August Wilson's play on December 18th. Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman star.
John Patrick Shanley's 'Wild Mountain Thyme' will be available to stream starting Friday, December 11th.
The Trial of the Chicago 7 is now open in select theaters, before coming to Netflix on October 16.
'Coastal Elites' is coming to HBO! The special presentation debuts September 12 at 8:00pm ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max.
Leading screenplay discovery and development organization, ScreenCraft, and Santa Monica-based media financier BondIt Media Capital, have opened submissions for the 2020 ScreenCraft Film Fund program.
Disney+ is set to release the documentary Howard, the story of lyricist Howard Ashman, on August 7.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless classic, CATS, hit the big screen this week! Reviews are rolling in for the highly-anticipated adaptation - let's see what the critics are saying!
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