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Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Austin Pendleton to Star in The Workshop by Olivia Clement

The production, starring the Broadway vet, marks the second world premiere from theatre company SoftFocus.

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Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Baghdaddy Announces New Closing Date by Olivia Clement

Marshall Pailet and A.D. Penedo's new musical will now close July 2 at St. Luke’s Theatre.

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Rattlestick Announces 2017"2018 Season by Olivia Clement

The Off-Broadway theatre lines up new works by Dael Orlandersmith, Diana Oh, Mashuq Mushtaq Deen, and more.

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New Study Shows: Men Make More Money on Broadway Than Women, and The Majority are White by Olivia Clement

Actors’ Equity has released the results of its first-ever diversity survey showing disparities in hiring in the theatre industry.

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Fulfillment Center Extends Off-Broadway; All Tickets Now $30 by Olivia Clement

Following positive reviews, Abe Koogler’s play extends with a new, affordable ticket price attached.

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How Well Do You Know the Musicals of Rodgers & Hammerstein? by Olivia Clement

Test your knowledge of these Broadway heavyweights with this week’s Name That Tune video quiz.

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Monday, June 26, 2017

Grosses Analysis: Indecent Sees a Bump; Great Comet and Hello, Dolly! Continue to Ride High by Olivia Clement

Take an in-depth look at how Broadway shows did in the week ending June 25.

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August: Osage County Tony Winner Joins New Political Thriller by Olivia Clement

Deanna Dunagan will star alongside Jamie Lee Curtis and more in the Joe Chappelle-directed The Pages.

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Take a Look at Katrina Lenk and Adina Verson in Broadway's Indecent by Olivia Clement

In celebration of the show’s extension on Broadway, we’re sharing another scene from the play.

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Woody Guthrie Musical Extends at Irish Rep by Olivia Clement

Following positive reviews, Woody Sez: The Life & Music of Woody Guthrie will now play an additional four weeks Off-Broadway.

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The Broadway Cast Welcomes Jenn Colella, J. Harrison Ghee, and Andrew Keenan-Bolger by Olivia Clement

Playbill’s new podcast celebrates PRIDE with three Broadway favorites. Listen to the latest episode now.

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Watch Highlights from London Productions of Wicked, Dreamgirls, and More at West End Live by Olivia Clement

The annual, free celebration of London theatre took place June 24–25.

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Sunday, June 25, 2017

TFANA's Measure for Measure Opens June 25 by Olivia Clement

Cherry Orchard director Simon Godwin helms the Shakespearean comedy in Brooklyn.

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Friday, June 23, 2017

The Kilroys Releases Fourth Annual "The List" by Olivia Clement

This year’s list features plays by women and trans women of color exclusively.

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TV Roundup: Good News for Younger Fans, Michael Esper Joins Getty Drama, and More by Olivia Clement

Check out what several stage alums are up to on the small screen and more.

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Trista Dollison, Christy Altomare, and Ana Villafañe on the First Time They Saw Their Names in a Playbill by Olivia Clement

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Playbill’s new podcast: The Broadway Cast.

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Mimi O'Donnell Steps Down as Labyrinth's Artistic Director by Olivia Clement

After an eight-year tenure with the Off-Broadway company, O’Donnell will pursue independent directing projects.

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Vassar's Powerhouse Season Kicks Off June 23 by Olivia Clement

The summer season features new works by Lynn Nottage, Duncan Sheik, Lisa Kron, Josh Radnor, Stephen Trask, and more.

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Present Laughter, Starring Tony Winner Kevin Kline, Will Be Captured for BroadwayHD June 23 by Olivia Clement

The performance will be available for on-demand viewing later this year.

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On the Streets With Broadway's Dedicated Rushers by Olivia Clement

Want to know the difference between standing room, cancelled, and rush tickets? We chat to fans waiting in line.

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Thursday, June 22, 2017

TDF to Sponsor Open-Captioned Shows at Geffen Playhouse, Goodspeed, and More by Olivia Clement

The Theatre Development Fund announces the regional theatres that will benefit from its National Open Captioning Initiative (NOCI).

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Despite Closing Announcement, Baghdaddy Will Continue Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Marshall Pailet and A.D. Penedo's new musical gets a reprise at St. Luke’s Theatre.

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Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Making of Playbill's New Podcast by Olivia Clement

See Trista Dollison, Christy Altomare, and Ana Villafañe in the studio for the Broadway Cast.

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Read Reviews for MTC's Fulfillment Center Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Abe Koogler’s newest play debuts Off-Broadway with a cast including Deirdre O’Connell and Frederick Weller.

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See Josh Gad and Chadwick Boseman in Trailer for Marshall by Olivia Clement

The film details the early career of Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Justice of the Supreme Court.

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Tuesday, June 20, 2017

How to Balance Writing and Acting in Theatre and TV by Olivia Clement

I Love Dick writer, playwright, and actor Heidi Schreck proves it can be done—even if it means waking up at 4 AM.

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Fulfillment Center Opens June 20 by Olivia Clement

Abe Koogler’s newest work debuts Off-Broadway in a production from Manhattan Theatre Club starring Deirdre O’Connell.

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The Public's Hamlet, with Oscar Isaac, Begins June 20 by Olivia Clement

Fresh off two Broadway productions, Tony winner Sam Gold returns downtown to direct the Shakespearean tragedy.

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Sunday, June 18, 2017

Friends' Matthew Perry Finds Vulnerability in His Playwriting Debut, The End of Longing by Olivia Clement

Could Perry be any more ready to write and star in an Off-Broadway play?

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Saturday, June 17, 2017

TFANA's Measure for Measure Begins June 17 by Olivia Clement

Cherry Orchard director Simon Godwin helms the Shakespearean comedy in Brooklyn.

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Trailblazing Writer-Director Robert O'Hara Won't Be Limited By Anyone's Imagination by Olivia Clement

The Bootycandy playwright and director of Tarrell Alvin McCraney’s The Brother/Sister Plays breaks the mold with his theatrical perspective for Bella: An American Tall Tale.

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