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Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Asian Actors Tell Stories of Prejudice in #MyYellowFaceStory Project by Robert Viagas

The Twitter initiative sheds light on shocking stories.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:52PM[SHARE]

Bradley Cooper Now Courting Lady Gaga for A Star Is Born Remake by Robert Viagas

The Tony-nominated actor has been cultivating the project for more than a year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:30PM[SHARE]

Tony Nominee George C. Wolfe Planning a Film with Oprah Winfrey by Robert Viagas

HBO will produce the medical detective story, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:30PM[SHARE]

Off-Broadway's Daddy Long Legs To Give an Actress Her "Big Break" Tonight by Robert Viagas

The producers held a contest to give an actress the chance to perform a solo number following the show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM[SHARE]

Shuffle Along Star to Receive Isabelle Stevenson Award by Robert Viagas

Brian Stokes Mitchell is being honored for his service to the Actors Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:14AM[SHARE]

Don't Throw Away Your Shot: Hamilton Holds Open Auditions Today by Robert Viagas

The blockbuster is seeking performers for Broadway and "national tours."

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

70th Annual Tony Award Nominations Announced Today " Watch Livestream Here! by Robert Viagas

The nominations are being streamed live.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Monday, May 2, 2016

2016 Astaire Award Nominations Announced by Robert Viagas

The awards honor outstanding theatre and film dance and choreography.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:30PM[SHARE]

Participating Shows Announced for 2016 Stars in the Alley by Robert Viagas

The June 3 free concert in Shubert Alley includes performances from current shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM[SHARE]

70th Annual Tony Award Nominations to Be Announced May 3 by Robert Viagas

The nominations will be streamed live.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:26PM[SHARE]

See Waitress Cast Perform on Today Show by Robert Viagas

It's the first in a week-long Best of Broadway series of performances by various shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:17AM[SHARE]

Great Comet of 1812 Reveals Unique Seating Chart by Robert Viagas

Josh Groban will star in the Broadway musical, opening November 14. The seating of the Imperial Theatre will be transformed to house the show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM[SHARE]
Sunday, May 1, 2016

Starry Karaoke Concert, Broadway Acts for Women, Sings Out Tonight by Robert Viagas

Lena Hall, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and more are set for the reproductive rights event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Saturday, April 30, 2016

Check Out More Video Highlights From the 2016 Easter Bonnet Presentation! by Robert Viagas

The kids of Fun Home parody a West Side Story song, and lots more!

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM[SHARE]

Lorraine Hansberry's Rarely-Seen Window Begins Previews Today by Robert Viagas

Goodman Theatre in Chicago revives the author's lesser-known play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Friday, April 29, 2016

Tony Committee Rules: Shuffle Along Is a New Musical by Robert Viagas

It will compete with Hamilton for nominations next week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:09PM[SHARE]

Raise a Glass to Freedom: There's Now a Hamilton Beer by Robert Viagas

Rise Up Rye is a Broadway-themed brew created by two actors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM[SHARE]

Dates and Cities Announced for Rent's 20th Anniversary Tour by Robert Viagas

Fans can go "Out Tonight" from Boston to San Diego.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM[SHARE]

VP Candidate Carly Fiorina Sings Irving Berlin Song by Robert Viagas

She thanks ticket leader Ted Cruz with a show tune from Call Me Madam.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM[SHARE]

Shaina Taub's Old Hats Songs Released Today by Robert Viagas

The songs decorated the Off-Broadway comedy show with Bill Irwin and David Shiner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM[SHARE]
Thursday, April 28, 2016

The Verdict: Critics Review Broadway's Shuffle Along by Robert Viagas

Tony winners Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, George C. Wolfe, Billy Porter and Savion Glover collaborated on the backstage story.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:48PM[SHARE]

Christopher Jackson Sounds Off on Beyoncé's Lemonade by Robert Viagas

Hamilton star takes part in a TV panel on race, activism and the arts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:01PM[SHARE]

New JFK Opera Traces the Doomed President's Last Day by Robert Viagas

The production is premiering in Fort Worth, TX.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:59PM[SHARE]

Exclusive: Ricky Ian Gordon's Musical 27 Plans NY Premiere by Robert Viagas

My Life With Albertine composer's latest show is about Gertrude Stein.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:22PM[SHARE]

She Loves Me Leads Drama Desk Nominations by Robert Viagas

The awards will be given June 5 at Town Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM[SHARE]

Woody Allen Film That Replaced Bruce Willis Sets U.S. Premiere Date by Robert Viagas

Starring Steve Carrell, Café Society will open in limited release in July.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM[SHARE]

Makin' a Show: Broadway's Shuffle Along Opens Today by Robert Viagas

Tony winners Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, George C. Wolfe and Savion Glover collaborate on epic project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, April 27, 2016

The Verdict: Critics Sound Off on Broadway Long Day's Journey Into Night by Robert Viagas

Jessica Lange heads the cast of the Eugene O'Neill classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:48PM[SHARE]

Lil Buck Dances for Lin-Manuel Miranda in Latest #Ham4Ham by Robert Viagas

The dancer performs to a "Schuyler Sisters" remix.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07PM[SHARE]

Watch a Marching Band Play Hamilton's "My Shot" by Robert Viagas

Penn Band does the hip-hop tune with snare drums and glockenspiels!

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:07PM[SHARE]

Brían F. O'Byrne, Patina Miller and Bryce Pinkham Add Muscle to PBS' Mercy Street by Robert Viagas

The Civil War drama casts two Tony winners and a Tony nominee.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:16AM[SHARE]
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