Industry Theatre Newsroom

Dramatists Play Service has acquired Left on Tenth, the new play based on Delia Ephron’s bestselling memoir of the same name.  The title is now available to license for productions worldwide. Learn more!

From national funding initiatives and emerging talent showcases to leadership changes and awards season updates, the industry demonstrates its capacity to adapt and inspire. Regional and international efforts underline the importance of community support, whether through wildfire relief in California or advocating for arts funding in Bristol. With new venues, leadership appointments, and cultural projects on the horizon, this week’s newsletter celebrates the power of the performing arts to drive innovation and foster connection across diverse audiences.

Situation will host a webinar this week titled 'The Impact of Influence'. No matter who you’re reaching—fans, leaners, donors, customers, or communities—influence matters, and it’s evolving fast.

Theatre Now New York has been awarded a Writers Residency Grant through the Frank Young Fund for New Musicals by the National Alliance for Musical Theatre (NAMT).

Spencer Glass, actor and coach, gives tips surrounding the 2025 audition season. What if this is the audition season you shine brighter than ever? What if you just figure it out, and feel really freaking good about yourself during the next couple months? Ask yourself THOSE questions.

Starline Theatre Company will present a reading of the new Chris Browne Valenzuela play “#daddy” on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at 4:00 pm in Pearl Studios.

A new musical exploring the life and music of American singer/songwriter, philanthropist, and activist Harry Chapin will host an industry reading on Friday, January 24. Learn more about the new musical and the reading.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Joan Plowright has died at age 95. Theatres across London’s West End will dim their lights for two minutes at 7pm on Tuesday 21 January.

The recipient of the 2025 Victor Shargai Leadership Award is Gregg Henry, leader of many artist and new work development programs at The Kennedy Center. Learn more here!

Annie Potts will star in two industry readings of the compelling new solo play, White Lies, written by playwright Elizabeth Dewberry. Learn more about the upcoming play.

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/16/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) celebrated its annual awards honoring jazz education and music advocacy during Jazz Congress, a two-day series of workshops, panels and networking opportunities.

 ASCAP will distribute $1 million in emergency relief to ASCAP songwriter and composer members in the Los Angeles area who have suffered loss or damage to their primary residence or studio. Learn more.

Actors’ Equity Association is dedicating 2025 to celebrating the hard work and accomplishments of chorus performers in what it is calling A Chorus Year, beginning today with its tenth annual Swing Day.

The Broadway Body Positivity Project was recently spotlighted on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Founder Stephanie Lexis dialed in to discuss what led her to take a stand and provide encouragement for under-represented actors. Watch the segment!

The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of ATW’s National Theatre Company Grants program. Learn more about the recipients and about the program!

Theater Resources Unlimited has announced that submissions for their TRU Voices New Plays Reading Series will be closing this Saturday. Learn more about how to submit here!

 Baldwin et Lucien, a powerful new play by R. Jahan will stage two industry presentations at New York City Center’s Harkness Studio next month. Learn more here!

The Hollywood Pantages Theatre, owned and operated by The Nederlander Organization, is stepping forward to provide critical support for those affected by the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles and surrounding communities.

The National Endowment for the Arts has given 1,474 awards totaling $36,790,500 to support the arts in communities in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC. Learn more!

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1/12/2025.

Dramatists Play Service has added Just for Us, the award-winning solo show by writer-performer Alex Edelman, to its catalog. Learn more about Just For Us!

Miracle or 2 Theatrical Licensing has acquired worldwide licensing rights for Now Comes the Fun Part (The How-the-f*#k-did-I-get-this-old Musical). Learn more about the musical!

The Board of Rhinebeck Writers Retreat has announced that Kathy Evans will be leaving her position as Founding Executive Director later this year, and the search for the new Executive Director is underway.

Theater Resources Unlimited will present its weekly gathering Too Young to Produce a 'Sublimely Stupid' Off-Broadway Sensation? So Sue Him on January 17. Learn more about the upcoming event and see how to join.