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Sunday, January 24, 2016

BroadwayCon Carried On, Even as Broadway Went Dark by Erik Piepenburg and Michael Paulson

The theater-themed fan convention drew nearly 6,000 people for the three-day event at the New York Hilton Midtown, despite a massive snowstorm that shut down Broadway.

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For Those With 'Hamilton' Tickets, a Storm of Disappointment by Michael Paulson

They had the toughest ticket in town, but the snow foiled their plans. Some will get refunds, but what they really want is tickets for another show.

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Thursday, January 21, 2016

A Multitude of Fans, With a High Regard for Broadway by Michael Paulson

Thousands of people from around the world are arriving in New York for BroadwayCon, a theater-themed variation on Comic Con.

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ArtsBeat: Pacino Leads 'China Doll' To Broadway Profitability by Michael Paulson

Despite negative reviews, David Mamet's play has recouped its investment.

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ArtsBeat: 'Cats' Will Return to Broadway This Summer by Michael Paulson

"Cats," which won seven Tony awards, is returning to Broadway this summer.

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Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Bette Midler, Glowin', Crowin', Goin' Strong and Ready for 'Hello, Dolly!' by Michael Paulson

The newest Broadway revival of Jerry Herman's beloved musical, starring Ms. Midler, is set to open in the spring of 2017.

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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

ArtsBeat: Bette Midler Coming to Broadway in 'Hello, Dolly!' by Michael Paulson

Bette Midler will star in a a Broadway revival of "Hello, Dolly!"

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Monday, January 18, 2016

ArtsBeat: 'Hamilton' Documentary to Air on PBS by Michael Paulson

PBS plans to show a documentary about the musical "Hamilton" in the fall.

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Thursday, January 14, 2016

ArtsBeat: Barrington Stage Company Announces Summer Lineup by Michael Paulson

Works include "Broadway Bounty Hunter," a new musical by Joe Iconis, "Presto Change-O," directed by Mark Bruni, and "The Pirates of Penzance," from the director John Rando and the choreograp…

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Wednesday, January 13, 2016

After David Bowie's Death, 'Lazarus' Holds New Meaning for Fans by Michael Paulson

Tuesday was an emotional night at New York Theater Workshop, as fans and artists gathered to watch the first staging of Mr. Bowie's musical since his death.

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Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Before Broadway, Musicals Make a Detour to Test the Waters in Chicago by Michael Paulson

A city with a large population and a sizable base of experienced showgoers helps gauge what theatergoers might make of a new production.

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David Bowie, 1947-2016: David Bowie Allowed His Art to Deliver a Final Message by Joe Coscarelli and Michael Paulson

Mr. Bowie, who in his 50-year career reimagined the worlds of pop music, art and fashion, told very few people about the cancer that preceded his death on Sunday.

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Monday, January 11, 2016

ArtsBeat: Unhappy New Year at Broadway Box Office by Michael Paulson

After a record-breaking week, grosses were down considerably.

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Friday, January 8, 2016

ArtsBeat: 'Runaways' to Be Revived This Summer by Michael Paulson

New York City Center announced Thursday, two days after the death of Elizabeth Swados, that it would stage a revival of her musical "Runaways" this summer.

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Thursday, January 7, 2016

ArtsBeat: Tony Yazbeck Will be the New J.M. Barrie in 'Finding Neverland' by Michael Paulson

Tony Yazbeck will replace Matthew Morrison in "Finding Neverland."

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ArtsBeat: Signature Theater Names Paige Evans as Artistic Director by Michael Paulson

Ms. Evans, the artistic director of LCT3, Lincoln Center Theater's program for the production of shows by new playwrights, directors and designers, will succeed James Houghton.

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Wednesday, January 6, 2016

ArtsBeat: 'Allegiance' Announces Broadway Closing Date by Michael Paulson

The musical, about the internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II, will have played 113 regular performances when it finishes.

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The Mystic, the Monk and the Play Brought to You by Powerball by Michael Paulson

A lottery winner is producing "The Glory of the World," a new play that explores the life of the 20th-century American Catholic thinker Thomas Merton.

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Tuesday, December 22, 2015

The Actress Cynthia Erivo Rises With 'The Color Purple' by Michael Paulson

Ms. Erivo has received much praise for her portrayal of Celie in this Broadway revival, the latest step in a career that began as the daughter of Nigerian immigrants to London.

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Monday, December 21, 2015
Friday, December 18, 2015

Broadway Tax Benefit Approved by Congress by Michael Paulson

The change, part of a broader tax-cut measure, extends to live theater a benefit already provided to the film and television industries.

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'Fiddler on the Roof' Gets a Debated Update by Michael Paulson

A revival opening on Sunday gives a nod to today's refugees, an addition by the director Bartlett Sher that raised objections from the lyricist, Sheldon Harnick.

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Thursday, December 17, 2015

ArtsBeat: An Old 'Word of Rapture' for Broadway's New Theater by Michael Paulson

What The New York Times had to say about the Hudson Theater when it opened in 1903.

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ArtsBeat: A Jimmy Buffett Musical to Set Sail With Broadway in Mind by Michael Paulson

The show will be drawn from the singer's musical catalog.

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ArtsBeat: Public Theater Casts Two Transgender Actors in 'Southern Comfort' by Michael Paulson

The Public Theater invited transgender actors to audition for the musical "Southern Comfort" and two have been chosen for the show.

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Broadway Is Getting Another Theater, Its 41st by Michael Paulson

A British theater magnate has acquired a long-term lease to the Hudson Theater, on West 44th Street, just east of Broadway, owned by Millennium Hotels and Resorts.

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Monday, December 14, 2015

'On Your Feet!' and 'Fiddler' Are Strong at Broadway Box Office by Michael Paulson

Despite efforts to emphasize its relevance, the musical "Allegiance" is not faring as well.

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Sunday, December 13, 2015

Josh Groban Takes Aim at His Broadway Dream by Michael Paulson

Josh Groban, a longtime fan of show tunes, will realize a lifelong hope when he debuts in "Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812" in September.

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'Fun Home' Recoups on Broadway by Michael Paulson

Once thought of as a long-shot musical, the production has made back the money investors raised to mount the show.

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Wednesday, December 9, 2015

ArtsBeat: Sam Mendes Leaves 'Chocolate Factory' on Its Way to Broadway by Michael Paulson

Mr. Mendes will leave as the director of the musical, which has been showing in London's West End since 2013, but will remain on the production team bringing it to New York.

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