Industry Pro Newsletter: Sardi's Sold, Broadway Booms & Phantom Makes History in Sydney
by Alex Freeman - March 30, 2026
This week's theater news spans the globe, from a massive outdoor Phantom of the Opera making history on Sydney Harbour to Shakespeare's birthday celebrations in Chicago, a landmark West End awards night in London, and a new home for one of New York's most celebrated Off-Broadway companies. Closer to home, Broadway is reporting record-breaking grosses and attendance even as international tourism dips, while one of the Theatre District's most beloved institutions — Sardi's — prepares for a temporary farewell as it changes hands. And as the world marked World Theatre Day on March 27, the stories this week serve as a fitting reminder of just how alive and far-reaching the art form remains.
Tony Award-Winning Producers Launch New Full-Service Producing Office
by A.A. Cristi - February 02, 2026
Tony Award-winning producers Hal Luftig, Cathy Dantchik and Kevin Connor proudly announce the launch of HALCYON THEATRICALS, a new full-service producing and consulting theatrical company, named for the mythic halcyon bird who could calm the seas and create a time of success, prosperity and harmony.
MY ITALY STORY Revival Comes to Art House Productions
by Stephi Wild - September 22, 2025
NYC-based actor Michael Notardonato, featured in the new Netflix series Ratu Ratu Queens, will star in the revival of My Italy Story, playwright Joseph Gallo's endearing play about family.
HAIR and More Set for University of Texas at Arlington Theatre Arts and Dance Department Season
by A.A. Cristi - August 25, 2025
UTA Theatre Arts and Dance begins the fall semester with two contemporary plays presented in repertory in the Studio Theatre. Will Powers 2018 play, Seize the King, is a contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's Richard III seen through an Afrofuturist lens. Guest director Jiles King is excited for the challenges this play will bring to UTA Acting students, particularly the plays ' combination of contemporary and poetic language.' Seize the King opens September 19th in the Studio Theatre, running for four performances.
2025 Tony Awards Recap: Highlights, Surprises, and Must-See Moments
by Josh Sharpe - June 08, 2025
Once again, Broadway's biggest night has come and gone! With the 78th Annual Tony Awards now behind us, we have compiled a list of some of the most memorable moments from the evening, including fun references and Easter eggs you may have missed, standout segments, performances, and more.
Industry Pro Newsletter: As The Broadway Box Office Booms, States Look at Reducing Funds
by Alex Freeman - June 03, 2025
This week, we’re looking at key data on the financial health of the industry from Broadway's record-setting season to the critical role of stable real estate for smaller New York City companies, as revealed by A.R.T./NY's 'HEALTH + WEALTH' report. While we celebrate achievements like the Excellence in Theatre Education Award and the Dora Mavor Moore Award nominations, we also look at ongoing challenges in arts funding across the nation, with states like California, Wisconsin, and New Hampshire facing proposed cuts and shrinking resources.
Annabelle Duffy To Perform Free Concert At Cohoes Music Hall
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2025
Playhouse Stage Company has announced that the company will welcome Capital Region native Annabelle Duffy, who studied with the Playhouse from 2011 through 2019, back to Cohoes Music Hall for a one-night-only, free concert event featuring the songs of Funny Girl and more.