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Sketch Comedy Web Series THE WRITERS ROOM to Host Premiere Party At Young Ethel's Photo Sketch Comedy Web Series THE WRITERS ROOM to Host Premiere Party At Young Ethel's
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 28, 2024

Explore the creative process behind THE WRITERS ROOM, a new sketch comedy web series, at its premiere party at Young Ethel's, featuring stand-up, improv, and music performances. Learn how to attend. ...


Nicole Kassell Boards as Lead Director on Sister's Darkly Comic Series THE BABY Photo Nicole Kassell Boards as Lead Director on Sister's Darkly Comic Series THE BABY
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 09, 2020

Sky and HBO have today announced that DGA and Emmy Award winner Nicole Kassell (Watchmen, The Leftovers) will board the Sky/HBO co-production The Baby as lead director....


THE WRITERS ROOM Comes to 54 Below This Month Photo THE WRITERS ROOM Comes to 54 Below This Month
by Stephi Wild - April 03, 2024

Join Actor Therapy New Works (ATNW) and Very Intense Productions at 54 Below for a night in The Writers Room! Committed to bringing New Work to the stage, this concert will feature new musical theatre songs written by inspiring emerging writers and composers. Come support and celebrate Broadway’s wo...


INTO THE WOODS & More Lead Los Angeles' July 2023 Theater Top Picks Photo INTO THE WOODS & More Lead Los Angeles' July 2023 Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - July 05, 2023

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. July 2023's top picks include Into The Woods, Strew, and more!...


Apple TV+ Renews MYTHIC QUEST for Seasons Three and Four Photo Apple TV+ Renews MYTHIC QUEST for Seasons Three and Four
by Michael Major - October 21, 2021

“Mythic Quest” follows the team behind the biggest multiplayer video game of all time. In addition to McElhenney, who stars as the fictional company's creative director, Ian Grimm, the ensemble cast includes Academy Award-winner F. Murray Abraham, Danny Pudi, Imani Hakim, Charlotte Nicdao, Ashly Bur...


VIDEO: Nicole Kidman Talks Not Being 'Strong Enough' to Sing on Broadway Photo VIDEO: Nicole Kidman Talks Not Being 'Strong Enough' to Sing on Broadway
by Michael Major - December 08, 2021

While on Andy Cohen's Sirius XM Radio show, Nicole Kidman was asked if she would ever perform in a Broadway musical. Although she has sung in movie musicals like The Prom and Moulin Rouge, Kidman stated that her voice is not strong enough to sustain a Broadway run. Watch the full interview clip now!...


Original Cast Member Jason Gray Returns to BYUtv's STUDIO C Photo Original Cast Member Jason Gray Returns to BYUtv's STUDIO C
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 20, 2020

Family entertainment network BYUtv today announced that original 'Studio C' cast member Jason Gray will return to the fan-favorite sketch comedy show in fall 2021....


What You Need to Know About the World Premiere of PROXIMITY at Lyric Opera of Chicago Photo What You Need to Know About the World Premiere of PROXIMITY at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 21, 2023

See details about the world premiere of Proximity at Lyric Opera of Chicago!...


BWW Interview: Rachel Bloom Talks New Book, Bullies, Musical Theatre, and Adam Schles Photo BWW Interview: Rachel Bloom Talks New Book, Bullies, Musical Theatre, and Adam Schlesinger
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 30, 2020

Ahead of the release, Rachel spoke to BroadwayWorld about some of the book's highlights - including a chapter on bullies, a chapter on musical theatre, and a dedication to the late songwriter Adam Schlesinger....


FUN HOME opens TheaterWorks Hartford's 22/23 Season Photo FUN HOME opens TheaterWorks Hartford's 22/23 Season
by Grace Cutler - August 20, 2022

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero, has announced details for its upcoming 2022–2023 season which is filled with great music, captivating stories, and world-class writing....


Soho Theatre Announces Soho Six, Record Verity Bargate Award Submissions, Three New O Photo Soho Theatre Announces Soho Six, Record Verity Bargate Award Submissions, Three New On Demand Plays, and Masterclasses
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2020

The Soho Theatre has announced  Soho Six, Record Verity Bargate Award submissions, plus new on-demand plays and masterclasses....


Photos: First Look at A WICKED SOUL IN CHERRY HILL at Geffen Playhouse Photo Photos: First Look at A WICKED SOUL IN CHERRY HILL at Geffen Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 28, 2022

A Wicked Soul in Cherry Hill is now in previews at Geffen Playhouse. In this poignant true-crime story told completely through song, a tight-knit Jewish community gathers to recount, remember, and reckon with the details of what happened in—and to—their town. Get a first look at photos here!...


Geffen Playhouse Selects Playwrights For The Writers' Room 2020/2021 Cycle Photo Geffen Playhouse Selects Playwrights For The Writers' Room 2020/2021 Cycle
by Stephi Wild - August 03, 2020

Geffen Playhouse today announced its selection of six local writers to participate in the third cycle of The Writersa?? Room, a forum for engagement and collaboration between Los Angeles playwrights. The participants for 2020/2021 are Meghan Brown, Diana Burbano, Donald Jolly, Matthew Paul Olmos, T....


TheaterWorks Hartford Shares 2022-2023 Season Lineup Photo TheaterWorks Hartford Shares 2022-2023 Season Lineup
by Marissa Tomeo - May 29, 2022

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero, is excited to announce its upcoming 2022–2023 season. Rob said 'This season, we’re focusing on plays that we hope inspire our audiences to come see LIVE theater. Great music, captivating stories, and world-class...


Baltimore Center Stage Announces All Black Women Cast And Artistic Team For THE GLORI Photo Baltimore Center Stage Announces All Black Women Cast And Artistic Team For THE GLORIOUS WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - March 02, 2021

Baltimore Center Stage has announced the cast and artistic team for the world premiere of The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls, the first offering of the Mainstage Series. The play will be delivered solely virtually.   ...


Interview: Christine Lakin's Ever Revolving Around CINDY's THE DISCO BALL Photo Interview: Christine Lakin's Ever Revolving Around CINDY's THE DISCO BALL
by Gil Kaan - October 03, 2023

Last year’s Garry Marshall Theatre production of Cindy & The Disco Ball returns reincarnated as Cindy & The Disco Ball: The Musical opening October 7, 2023. Both Joseph Leo Bwarie and Christine Lakin reprise their co-directorial roles of this retro retelling of the classic Cinderella story. Christin...


Inevitable Foundation Launches Pipeline Program Photo Inevitable Foundation Launches Pipeline Program
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 21, 2021

Disabled screenwriters who have gone through programs from Inevitable Foundation’s Pipeline Partners are encouraged to reach out to their contact at their respective organization who will then refer them to the Screenwriting Fellowship with a priority application. ...


Review: LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR at ARTS Theatre Photo Review: LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR at ARTS Theatre
by Barry Lenny - November 24, 2022

Neil Simon’s affectionate paean to his early years as a comedy writer....


Kaniehtiio Horn & Dallas Goldtooth Join RUTHERFORD FALLS Season Two on Peacock Photo Kaniehtiio Horn & Dallas Goldtooth Join RUTHERFORD FALLS Season Two on Peacock
by Michael Major - November 16, 2021

Rutherford Falls is a comedy about two lifelong best friends, Nathan Rutherford (Ed Helms) and Reagan Wells (Jana Schmieding), who find themselves at a crossroads – quite literally – when their sleepy town gets an unexpected wakeup call. The series also stars Michael Greyeyes, Jesse Leigh and Dustin...


Review: WRECKING BALL at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Photo Review: WRECKING BALL at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
by Ana-Brit Asplen - October 20, 2023

The team at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company knows how to produce a successful play from all standpoints. Whether you’re a television enthusiast, a writer, a person who has to work with others in a professional setting, or someone who has a desire to stand up for what’s right, Wrecking Ball can be app...


Parity Productions Announces Commission Award Winners and More! Photo Parity Productions Announces Commission Award Winners and More!
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2021

Theatre production company Parity Productions, the only New York theatre company that ensures that they fill at least 80% of the creative roles on their own productions—playwrights, directors, and designers—with women, trans, and gender-expansive artists and offers free tools to encourage the rest o...


AND JUST LIKE THAT... Writers Will Host Companion Podcast Photo AND JUST LIKE THAT... Writers Will Host Companion Podcast
by Michael Major - December 10, 2021

The podcast will provide an inside look at the writers rooms and will share how the stories of Carrie, Charlotte, and Miranda came to be. The Max Original And Just Like That..., the new chapter of the groundbreaking HBO series 'Sex and the City,' debuted yesterday with two episodes on HBO Max. Liste...


Original Cast Member Jason Gray Returns to BYUtv's STUDIO C Photo Original Cast Member Jason Gray Returns to BYUtv's STUDIO C
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 20, 2020

Family entertainment network BYUtv today announced that original 'Studio C' cast member Jason Gray will return to the fan-favorite sketch comedy show in fall 2021....


Out Of Joint Renamed As Stockroom Photo Out Of Joint Renamed As Stockroom
by Stephi Wild - April 06, 2021

As the theatre industry emerges from Lockdown and following a seismic year of reassessment and change, today, Out of Joint announces that it is changing its name to Stockroom. ...


Ojai Playwrights Conference Announces 2020 Season Featuring 15 Online Plays Photo Ojai Playwrights Conference Announces 2020 Season Featuring 15 Online Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 22, 2020

Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced a series of online, intimate artistic residencies and programs designed for 2020 circumstances, continuing for the 23rd season the work of developing new plays and providing support for diverse writers both emerging and established....






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