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[Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Musical

Alabama Shakespeare Festival, It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues

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ELEANOR by Mark St. Germain to be Presented at Laguna Playhouse

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present one of the most iconic first ladies in American history, Kandis Chappell is Eleanor Roosevelt in ELEANOR written by Mark St. Germain and directed by David Ellenstein. Learn more!
SOMEONE WILL REMEMBER US Comes to Trinity Rep Next Month

Trinity Repertory Company will present the world premiere of Someone Will Remember Us by Deborah Salem Smith and Charlie Thurston, and co-created by Dr. Michelle Cruz, Smith, and Thurston.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; ANASTASIA: THE MUSICAL at Northeast Alabama Community College Leads Best Musical!

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Don Richard To Return As Scrooge In A CHRISTMAS CAROL At Arrow Rock Lyceum

The charming, historic village of Arrow Rock, Missouri, becomes even more enchanting when four ghosts arrive to help Ebenezer Scrooge find his Christmas spirit. The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre will present A Christmas Carol. learn more!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Birmingham Awards

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Birmingham Awards

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alabama Shakespeare Festival

A great production to get into the holiday spirit.
Previews: GREETINGS at Players Circle Theater

Players Circle Theater is getting in the Christmas spirit with Tom Dudzick’s heartwarming holiday comedy, GREETINGS, running November 25th – December 22nd, 2024. 
Florida Studio Theatre Welcomes Nancy Rominger as Associate Artist

Florida Studio Theatre has announced the appointment of Nancy Rominger as its new Associate Artist in charge of New Play Development. Learn more about Rominger here!
Review: ALL'S WELL: A STEAMPUNK MUSICAL at The Royal Knight Stage Company of RRHS

A marvelous cast of River Ridge students breathes the Bard to life!
Jayne Houdyshell To Deliver Episcopal Actors' Guild's Annual Memorial Service Address

The Episcopal Actors’ Guild will hold its Annual Memorial Service featuring an address by Tony Award-winning actress Jayne Houdyshell, honoring the contributions of late members of the theater community.
Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Report Reveals State Arts Trends, Toronto Plans Major Investments

From Toronto’s ambitious 10-year investment plan to the Garden Theatre’s abrupt closure in Florida, communities are focusing on accessibility and resilience. The NEA’s latest report sheds light on U.S. arts participation trends, while major honors like the National Medal of Arts celebrate individual contributions.
Premiere Stages At Kean University Announces Play Festival Winners

Premiere Stages at Kean University has announced the two playwrights from the 2024 Premiere Play Festival who were selected for expanded development as part of the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Imagination Stage Names Layne Holley Chief Managing Officer

Layne Holley will be Imagination Stage’s new Chief Managing Officer beginning October 15, 2024. Holley joins Joanne Lamparter, Imagination Stage’s Chief Artistic Programming Officer, in advancing the mission of the acclaimed 45-year old organization. Learn more about Holley and the position.
Industry Pro Newsletter: TikTok Boosts Theatre Sales as Broadway Tours Expand Educational Access

In this week's newsletter, we highlight key developments across the theatre world, from financial challenges in arts funding to exciting leadership changes. TikTok continues to influence the stage, boosting the success of an immersive off-Broadway show, while Chicago’s small arts sector shows resilience despite pandemic setbacks.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to Alabama Shakespeare Festival in November

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol comes to Alabama Shakespeare Festival next month. Adapted by Rick Dildine, performances run November 21–December 29, 2024.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Nataki Garret and Christopher Ashley Moving To New Leadership Posts

Nataki Garrett’s appointment as Chair of Theatre Communications Group to a new report on gender disparities in ballet leadership, as well as the announcement of Roundabout’s New Artistic Director, and a transition at the Houston Ballet. Additionally, industry trends such as theater ticket insurance and dynamic pricing.
Review: DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at Alabama Shakespeare Festival

'Hell's bells!' Alabama Shakespeare Fest has a production full of heart.
GOTTA SING WITH KENNETH GARTMAN Comes to The Green Room 42 Next Month

The Green Room 42 will present “Gotta Sing with Kenneth Gartman” on Wednesday, October 9th at 9:30 pm.  Host and Music Director Kenneth Gartman shines a light on some of NYC’s best musical theatre talent each month in a new cabaret series - Gotta Sing.
Meet the Cast of SUNSET BOULEVARD, Now in Previews on Broadway

The new revival of Sunset Blvd. is currently playing the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Get to know who's who in the cast of the show, led by Nicole Scherzinger.

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