Industry Pro Newsletter: New Leadership Across Institutions, SDC/Off-Broadway Announce a New Contract
by Alex Freeman - Jun 30, 2025
The vibrant and contentious spirit of the arts industry was on display this week. Broadway artists protested against a proposed Times Square Casino, while other groups rallied in support. Democratic senators staged a Pride event at the Kennedy Center amidst the Trump Administrations takeover of the facility. Amidst these battles, there's also significant movement within the organizations themselves, with a wave of new leadership stepping into prominent roles across New York and regional theaters, signalling change as the only constant in the industry.
CAKE: The Marie Antoinette Playlist Returns to The Other Palace This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2024
Following electrifying try-out performances at The Lyric Theatre last year, Bill Kenwright Ltd and Paul-Taylor Mills present the brand-new musical, come gig, come ballet, now back for a full reign. This time, one of the most prolific monarchs in history has found her (rightful) home at a palace.
MORE… GHOST STORIES BY CANDLELIGHT Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
HighTide has announced tour dates for More…Ghost Stories by Candlelight. Following the sell-out success of their 2023 autumn tour of Ghost Stories by Candlelight, the East of England company brings together four new stories from playwrights in their home region to deliver this brand new, chilling production.
Photos: First Look At Polka Theatre's SAM WU IS NOT AFRAID OF GHOSTS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024
Polka Theatre has released photos of the premiere of the new stage adaptation of Kevin and Katie Tsang’s best-selling book Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Ghosts. Recommended for 6 – 12-year-olds, the adaptation will play in the Main Theatre at the Wimbledon venue through Sunday 18 August 2024.
DRAAG Share New Single 'Microgravity tank' Ahead of New EP
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2024
Draag have shared “Microgravity tank,” the second preview of their highly anticipated new EP Actually, the quiet is nice. On the ominous, detuned track, principal songwriter Adrian Acosta shares “I used to live in a house that had this very unusual energy. It’s the kind of energy I could only connect to that specific house. It was quite haunting...' Watch the visualizer now!
Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2024
The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions
by BWW UK Critics - Apr 10, 2024
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
ZHU to Release New Album 'Grace' In January
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2023
ZHU shared his new single, “Take My Soul” with Devault – an epic track the two artists wrote and produced with Griff Clawson (Sam Feldt) – plus three additional songs from the album: the hypnotic “Blind Believer,” which finds ZHU trading vocals with Reo Cragun and Rexx Life Raj, the beguiling “Devil’s Prescription” and “Days Before Grace.”
DJ Sliink Shares New EP 'Bricks to the 6'
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2023
The EP's lead single, 'Warrior' (Link here), features a new music video starring DJ Sliink and SAFE. Bricks To The 6 refers to the impeccable chemistry between Newark native Sliink & Bandmanrill and Toronto's SAFEE, who find an unexpected common ground between the sounds of two vastly different urban environments.
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre to Celebrate 45th Anniversary Season with Exciting Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2023
Get the scoop on Buddies in Bad Times Theatre's highly anticipated 45th anniversary season, featuring a vibrant lineup of LGBTQ+ theatre productions and events. From groundbreaking performances to thought-provoking stories, this season promises to captivate audiences. Book your tickets now and be part of the celebration!