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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Get a 1st Look at Jessica Hecht and Laura Linney in Manhattan Theatre Club's Summer, 1976 on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

The two-hander from David Auburn opens April 25 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM[SHARE]

Anna Deavere Smith, Kerry Washington, More Appointed to Newly Revived President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities by Logan Culwell-Block

The Biden administration is re-establishing the group after it disbanded in 2017 in protest of then-President Trump's response to the events in Charlottesville.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM[SHARE]

See New Production Shots From Broadway's Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by Logan Culwell-Block

Inspired by J.K. Rowling's seven-part book series, the Jack Thorne-penned play continues its run at the Lyric Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM[SHARE]

Strike Averted: Tentative Touring Agreement Reached by Actors' Equity and The Broadway League by Logan Culwell-Block

The theatrical union, representing actors and stage managers, had authorized a strike of all touring productions following an impasse in negotiations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM[SHARE]

Suzan-Lori Parks, Lea Michele Make 2023 Time100 List by Logan Culwell-Block

See why Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Murphy think these stage favorites are prime for the annual list of the most influential people in the world.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM[SHARE]

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Dog Man: The Musical Writers Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander to Bring Cat Kid Comic Club Musical Off-Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block

TheatreWorksUSA will present the world premiere as its 2023 Family Summer Theater selection at the Lucille Lortel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:24PM[SHARE]

Photos: More Broadway Production Pics From Bob Fosse's Dancin' by Logan Culwell-Block

The revival continues its run at the Music Box Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM[SHARE]

Julia Riew's Viral Hit Korean Folktale Musical to Be Developed by American Repertory Theater by All Female, Asian-American Creative Team by Logan Culwell-Block

Stop Kiss' Diana Son and Tony-winning director Diane Paulus will help bring Dive, formerly titled Shimcheong: A Folktale, to A.R.T.'s stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:39PM[SHARE]

Julia Riew's Viral Hit Korean Folktale Musical to Be Developed by American Repertory Theatre by All Female, Asian-American Creative Team by Logan Culwell-Block

Stop Kiss' Diana Son and Tony-winning director Diane Paulus will help bring Dive, formerly titled Shimcheong: A Folktale, to A.R.T.'s stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM[SHARE]

Daya Curley, Peppermint, Sarah Stiles, More to Star in A Transparent Musical at Center Theatre Group by Logan Culwell-Block

The stage musical based on the Amazon Prime series features a book by MJ Kaufman and series creator Joey Soloway and a score by Faith Soloway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM[SHARE]

Ariana DeBose Will Return to Host the 76th Annual Tony Awards by Logan Culwell-Block

Broadway's top honors will be handed out June 11 at the United Palace in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM[SHARE]

Full Casting Revealed for Pasadena Playhouse's Now-Extended A Little Night Music by Logan Culwell-Block

Merle Dandridge and Michael Hayden will lead the cast of the 50th anniversary Sondheim revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Tony Awards Admin Committee Rules on Between Riverside and Crazy, Parade, Bob Fosse's Dancin', Bad Cinderella, More by Logan Culwell-Block

Broadway's biggest honors will be handed out June 11 at the United Palace Theatre in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM[SHARE]

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Box Office Soars as Moulin Rouge!, Phantom, and Harry Potter All Bring in Record Ticket Sales by Logan Culwell-Block

The long-running Andrew Lloyd Webber musical continued to take a victory lap in its penultimate week on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM[SHARE]

Photos: See the All-Star Cast of Schmigadoon! Descend on NYC by Logan Culwell-Block

The second season of the Apple TV+ theatrical series takes audiences to Schmicago, a nod to the Broadway musicals of the '60s and '70s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:32PM[SHARE]

Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard to Lead Industry Reading of Death Becomes Her Musical by Logan Culwell-Block

Based on the 1992 film, the musical features a score by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey and a book by Marco Pennette.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM[SHARE]

See Who's Joining Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James in Days of Wine and Roses Off-Broadway; Adam Guettel Musical Extends by Logan Culwell-Block

With a book by Craig Lucas, the new musical begins at Atlantic Theater Company May 5.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM[SHARE]

Watch: Aaron Tveit and the Cast of Schmigadoon! 'Gotta Get Naked' in Hair Parody Number by Logan Culwell-Block

"Everyone's Gotta Get Naked" is among the songs debuting in the April 12 episode of the musical theatre send-up series on Apple TV+.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24AM[SHARE]

Monday, April 10, 2023

Broadway's Kimberly Akimbo to Embark on a National Tour in 2024 by Logan Culwell-Block

The Jeanine Tesori-David Lindsay-Abaire musical is currently running at the Booth Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM[SHARE]

New Actors' Equity-LORT Contract Includes Increased Salary, Increments for Playing Instruments, More by Logan Culwell-Block

Find out all the changes in the new agreement with the actor and stage manager union, to be used through 2027.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM[SHARE]

Tyler Perry, Tom Kirdahy, More Will Be Honored at 2023 Entertainment Community Fund Gala by Logan Culwell-Block

The evening, set to be held at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, will support the fund's work providing services for those in the performing arts and entertainment industries.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM[SHARE]

Sunday, April 9, 2023

Broadway Barbara Live! Off-Broadway Begins at Soho Playhouse April 9 by Logan Culwell-Block

Leah Sprecher stars as Barbara Dixon, the last remaining legend of Broadway's Golden Age with signature pizzazz.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM[SHARE]

Savy Jackson Begins Run as Sunday Cinderella at Bad Cinderella April 9 by Logan Culwell-Block

The recently opened Andrew Lloyd Webber musical continues at the Imperial Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM[SHARE]

Saturday, April 8, 2023

Ariana DeBose Does the Thing for Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series April 8 by Logan Culwell-Block

The West Side Story star will pay tribute to her musical influences, including Dionne Warwick, Stephen Sondheim, Judy Garland, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM[SHARE]

Friday, April 7, 2023

Submissions Now Open for ASCAP Foundation's Musical Theatre Workshops With Stephen Schwartz by Logan Culwell-Block

The Oscar-winning composer will lead the developmental programs for composers and lyricists.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:18PM[SHARE]

Watch Schmigadoon!'s Sweet Charity Mash-Up 'Do We Shock You?' by Logan Culwell-Block

The second season of the theatrical series launched on Apple TV+ April 5, taking audiences to Schmicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM[SHARE]

Annaleigh Ashford, Kevin Del Aguila, Christian Borle, More Will Work With Educators at 2023 Broadway Teachers Workshop by Logan Culwell-Block

The summer event connects theatre educators with Broadway professionals for interactive workshops, discussions, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM[SHARE]

According to Kristin Chenoweth, Schmigadoon! Is Musical Theatre SNL by Logan Culwell-Block

The Tony-winning Broadway favorite dropped by Late Nigh With Seth Meyers to talk starring on the musical Apple TV+ series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM[SHARE]

Kimberly Akimbo Broadway Cast Album Sets Physical Release Date by Logan Culwell-Block

Find out when you can get your hands on the new musical from David Lindsay-Abaire and Jeanine Tesori on CD.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM[SHARE]

Thursday, April 6, 2023

Sonya Tayeh, Bryan Cranston, AnaÃ¯s Mitchell, More Win 2023 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Awards by Logan Culwell-Block

Cranston won for his performance in Power of Sail, sharing the honor with Blues for an Alabama Sky's Nija Okoro.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM[SHARE]

Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody Sitcom Gets Series Order at Showtime by Logan Culwell-Block

The married couple's son, Gideon Grody-Patinkin, will executive produce the series inspired by the Tony winner's viral Instagram and TikTok videos.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM[SHARE]

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