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New Dramatists has announced that Christie Brown has been named the new Executive Director. She will join veteran Artistic Director Emily Morse to lead the organization. Brown's cumulative service to New Dramatists spans 15 years in various leadership roles.

It’s a new beginning Monday, with a series of appointments into top jobs at regional theatres across the country, in the UK, and in New York - one sure sign that even though the industry is struggling in its recovery, that struggle is bringing with it a new generation of leaders to meet the challenge.

A high school edition of Ride the Cyclone is now available for licensing through Broadway Licensing. Learn more about the show, and Broadway Licensing's High School Editions here!

New York Stage and Film has announced the early-career film and TV writers who have been selected to participate in the 2023 Filmmakers’ Workshop. The participants are Nancy Duff; Harrison Hamm; Drew Harper; Atticus Hoffman; Summera Howell; Anndi Jinelle Liggett; Allyson Morgan; Craig T. Williams; and G. Wilson. 

Get the latest updates on the departure of Teresa Eyring, the Executive Director and CEO of TCG. Discover the transition plans for TCG's leadership and what this means for the future of the organization.

Kent McIngvale, a trusted press and marketing representative whose proven record of success spans more than 35 productions across two decades, has launched a new company today – Kent McIngvale & Company. 

Jeffrey L. Nissen Arts Education and Development Fund has announced that it has been granted the status of a tax-exempt non-profit charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), announced that nominations for the Zelda Fichandler Award, for a director or choreographer who is transforming theatre in the Eastern Region, are now being accepted through August 21, 2023.  

Join the Broadway Advocacy Coalition at their Second Annual Arts in Action Festival, a dynamic event that celebrates the intersection of art and activism. Experience thought-provoking performances, engaging conversations, and powerful moments of artistic expression.

Tonya Pinkins has been named as the next Denzel Washington Chair in Theatre this fall at Fordham College at Lincoln Center. 

Last week, Broadway narrowly avoided joining Hollywood by coming to a tentative agreement on the Pink contract, after IATSE had voted to authorize a strike if they couldn’t find a deal. Amidst wide industry challenges, Cara Joy David explores the revenue side of the equation and the regional theatre subscription model.

 The Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) will honor The Creative Coalition with the LMGI Humanitarian Award at the 10th Annual LMGI Awards on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica.

The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center (OHMTEC) has announced the addition of award-winning Broadway and West End Producer, Judith Ann Abrams, to its board. Learn more about Judy here!

The New York Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City’s premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, have announced that Virginia Johnson, founding member and former artistic director of Dance Theatre of Harlem, will receive the 2023 Bessie Award for Lifetime Achievement in Dance. 

Dive into the whirlwind journey of Melissa Center's 'Marrying Jake Gyllenhaal' as it takes on societal expectations and toxic pressures on women. The musical is set to have industry presentations.

The American Theatre Critics Association has announced that entries are open for the second annual Edward Medina Prize for Excellence in Cultural Criticism. The application deadline is Friday, August 11, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

IATSE was able to notch a win for their members this week as a new touring contract was ratified. However, the news wasn’t all bright in the theatre world as the Public Theater became the latest major institution to announce layoffs of their staff - laying off 19%, and announcing a deeper restriction on programming for next season.

The Ford Foundation has awarded The Confined Arts in partnership with Another Choice Youth and Family Outreach Inc with a grant to launch the Strategic Arts & Education (SAE) initiative to provide free artistic literacy, professional development, and capacity-building to new/existing community-based artists, students, and advocates including justice-impacted people. 

Sophia is a talented and multifaceted actress currently creeping up the stage as Marlow in the hit Broadway show, 'Grey House'. Listen to the full episode here!

Now starring alongside Jesse Mueller in the musical concept album, 'My Heart Says Go', Javier Muñoz has truly come a long way from being a science nerd to a Broadway actor. Listen to the full episode here!

With her many awards and nominations, it's safe to say that Jessie Mueller is one of the most talented actors of today. Listen to the full episode here!

Get exclusive access to Broadway legends Danny Burstein, Martyna Majok, Helen Park, and more as they share their insights and experiences in panels at BroadwayCon. Join in for an inside look at the world of theater and learn from the best in the industry.

Theatre Resources Unlimited (TRU) is excited to announce its return to live monthly panels and discussions with How Theater Companies Are Adapting to a Post-Shutdown World on July 27 at Polaris North Theatre, 245 W. 29th Street, 4th floor, New York, 10001.

Jay Michaels Global Communications, a worldwide service creating visibility for all forms of independent artists has formed a partnership with IFT Network, Inc. an integrated community of programs and professionals whose purpose is the development, marketing, and distribution of independent film and the creation of opportunities for independent theater, and live events.

Discover how The Shubert Foundation is making waves in the arts community with their record-breaking $37.9M in annual awards. This article highlights their commitment to celebrating excellence in the arts and supporting artists, bringing attention to the unprecedented level of funding they are providing.