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VIDEO: Watch the 2021 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Ceremony

The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize will present a virtual presentation to announce the 2021 winner of one of the most prestigious playwriting awards, and the oldest and largest prize awarded to women+ playwrights, today, April 7, 2021 at 3pm EST/ 8pm BST. Tune in right here at BroadwayWorld to watch the presentation, hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning Playwright and Susan Smith Blackburn Prize winner (1983) Marsha Norman.

Finalists Announced For The 2021 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize

The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for 2021 for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest prize awarded to women+ playwrights.

BWW Flashback: A Royal Farewell... WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2 Closes on Broadway Today

The Broadway runs of WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2 officially come to an end this weekend. Based on the novels by Booker Prize-winner Hilary Mantel, WOLF HALL ends its 15-week engagement today, July 5, 2015, at the Winter Garden Theatre. At the time of closing, the run will have included 66 performances of Part 1 and 58 performances of Part 2. Below, BroadwayWorld takes you back to WOLF HALL's beginning on Broadway!

WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2 End Limited Broadway Engagements This Weekend

The Broadway runs of WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2's will officially come to an end this weekend.

Red Bull Theater's Revelation Reading Series Continues with THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL

Red Bull Theater will present the penultimate Revelation Reading of the season, Richard Brinsley Sheridan's The School for Scandal, directed by Marc Vietor, with musical direction by Brian Trenis. The School for Scandal will feature Charles Busch, Everett Quinton, and Paxton Whitehead, along with Bill Army, Helen Cespedes, Alan Coates, Christian DeMarais, Peter Eyre, Kevin Isola, Richard Holmes, Amelia Pedlow, Gayle Rankin, Derek Smith, and more.  One night only - Monday, June 29th at Cherry Lane Theater (38 Commerce Street). 

WOLF HALL Partnering with Shakespeare Society for Reading at Players Club Tomorrow

Members of the Broadway company of WOLF HALL will partner with the Shakespeare Society for a reading and discussion at the Players Club tomorrow, June 16th at 7pm.

Peter Eyre Replaces Paul Jesson as 'Cardinal Wolsey' in WOLF HALL: PARTS 1 & 2

Broadway veteran Peter Eyre steps into papal shoes of Cardinal Wolsey in the eight-time Tony Nominated production of Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2.

WAKE UP with BWW 6/10/2015 - Lane & THE NANCE, 10 OUT OF 12, Marion as Joan and More!

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Nathan Lane appears for a screening of THE NANCE tonight, THE PAVILION and 10 OUT OF 12 begin off-Broadway, Marion Cotillard plays Joan of Arc and more!

Over 2,400 Artists from 43 Countries Set for Edinburgh International Festival 2014, Opening Today

Today, at a press conference in Edinburgh, Director Jonathan Mills revealed the artists, companies and work from around the world which will fill the stages of Edinburgh's annual cultural celebration. Over 2,400 artists from 43 nations have been invited to Edinburgh to perform in the annual showcase of the world's great performing artists.

Over 2,400 Artists from 43 Countries Set for Edinburgh International Festival 2014; Programme Announced!

Today, at a press conference in Edinburgh, Director Jonathan Mills revealed the artists, companies and work from around the world which will fill the stages of Edinburgh's annual cultural celebration. Over 2,400 artists from 43 nations have been invited to Edinburgh to perform in the annual showcase of the world's great performing artists.

Photo Flash: Almeida Theatre Cast Celebrate Michael Attenborough's 11 Years as Artistic Director

Almeida Theatre Cast members past and present were out in force to celebrate Michael Attenborough's 11 years as Artistic Director of the Almeida Theatre. On Saturday 13 April, the Almeida Theatre hosted a party at Middle Temple Hall, the very place that saw the first performance of Twelfth Night, to give Michael an amazing send-off. Check out the photos below!

Alistair McGowan to Replace Rupert Everett in West End PYGMALION

According to Whatsonstage.com, Rupert Everett will leave the West End production of PYGMALION on AUguust 15 because of previous television commitments. Stepping into the role of Henry Higgins will be Alistair McGowan, who takes over through September 3. The production opened at the Garrick Theatre on May 25.

Simon Ward Leaves West End PYGMALION Due to Illness

According to published reports, Simon Ward, who was set to play Alfred P. Dolittle in the West End revival of PYGMALION, had to pull out of the production because of a virus. While his understudy, Brendan Hooper, will replace Ward for now, an announcement is expected to be be made later today with the news of a new actor joining the show. The show is still on track to open on May 25.

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: April 10-15

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's new feature, ‘This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end of the week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to the West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more!

Photo Flash: Everett, Tointon in Rehearsal for West End's PYGMALION!

The cast of the upcoming West End revival of PYGMALION starring Rupert Everett, Kara Tointon and Diana Rigg also features Simon Ward, Peter Eyre and Peter Sandys Clarke as Alfred P. Doolitte, Colonel Pickering, and Freddy Eynsford Hill respectively. Marty Cruickshank and Roberta Taylor also star. The first rehearal photos have surfaced and appear below!

Simon Ward, Peter Eyre, et al. Complete Cast of West End's PYGMALION

Rounding off the cast are Simon Ward, Peter Eyre, and Peter Sandys Clarke who will star as Alfred P. Doolitte, Colonel Pickering, and Freddy Eynsford Hill respectively. Marty Cruickshank and Roberta Taylor will also join previously announced Rupert Everett, Kara Tointon, and Diana Rigg.

The Flea Presents PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES, Closes 1/30

The Carol Tambor Theatrical Foundation and The Flea Theater present PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES, adapted and directed by Peter Bramley. PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES comes to the US from the Pleasance Dome in Edinburgh, where it premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES concludes performances on Sunday, January 30 at The Flea Theater.

The Flea Presents PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES, 1/5-30

The Carol Tambor Theatrical Foundation and The Flea Theater are thrilled to announce the US premiere of the critically-acclaimed production of PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES, adapted and directed by Peter Bramley.

The Flea Presents PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES, 1/5-30

The Carol Tambor Theatrical Foundation and The Flea Theater are thrilled to announce the US premiere of the critically-acclaimed production of PANTS ON FIRE'S METAMORPHOSES, adapted and directed by Peter Bramley.

OVID'S METAMORPHOSES to Play at New York's Flea Theater, Jan. 2011

This year, The Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh Award goes to OVID'S METAMORPHOSES, adapted and directed by Peter Bramley with original music by Lucy Egger. The production is from the acclaimed London-based company Pants On Fire. The Carol Tambor Theatrical Foundation will present the winning production at the Obie and Drama Desk Award-winning The Flea Theater in January 2011.