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Shakina Nayfack is a Theatre Director/Choreographer, Producer, and Performance Artist. Shakina is the director and co-creator of JUNK: A Rock Opera, a new Broadway bound show written by the Swedish rock band Brainpool and developed with Shakina. Shakina is also the Associate Producer at Barrington Stage Company.

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Stream WRITE OUT LOUD Album With Betsy Wolfe, Taylor Louderman, Ana Villafañe, Shakina Nayfack
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

WRITE OUT LOUD has announced the release of its sixth studio EP, streaming everywhere now! In tandem with the album, Write Out Loud is releasing behind the scenes music videos of the four winning songs.
Betsy Wolfe, Ana Villafañe, Shakina Nayfack, and Taylor Louderman Join WRITE OUT LOUD’s 2024 EP
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

WRITE OUT LOUD has announced the release of its sixth studio EP, which will be available to stream in January. Learn more about how to pre-save the album now.
Diversionary Theatre to Present THE TRANS DIARIES
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

Celebrating the fifth year of trans and non-binary writers and performers sharing their lives, Diversionary Theatre and the City of West Hollywood are co-sponsoring The Trans Diaries along with National Organization for Women Hollywood Chapter.
THE TRANS DIARIES Comes to West Hollywood and San Diego
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024

Celebrating the fifth year of trans and non-binary writers and performers sharing their lives, the City of West Hollywood is co-sponsoring The Trans Diaries 2024, presented by the National Organization for Women Hollywood Chapter.
Diversionary Theatre Presents the San Diego Premiere of MANIFEST PUSSY
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2024

Diversionary Theatre has announced the San Diego premiere of MANIFEST PUSSY, starring Shakina.
Shaina Taub Will Host Broadway for Harris Community Launch
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 26, 2024

Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.
70+ Broadway Stars Unite in Support of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 20, 2024

New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election. Broadway for Harris is a volunteer coalition of industry professionals and theater enthusiasts united to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and down ballot Democratic candidates this November.
Bianca Leigh to Return to the Laurie Beechman with TRANSVESTIGATION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2024

Bianca Leigh returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with her new solo cabaret comedy TRANSVESTIGATION. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OH, MARY! Star Bianca Leigh Will Bring Solo Musical BUSTED to the Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2024

Oh, Mary! star Bianca Leigh will return with a special performance of her acclaimed tour-de-force musical comedy, BUSTED: THE MUSICAL on Sunday, August 25 at Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Joe Iconis & Family, Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, and More to Play 54 Below
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 28, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Check out the full lineup here!
Musical Theatre Factory to Honor John-Michael Lyles & More 10th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of MUSICAL THEATRE FACTORY at The Factory Function. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
C. Quintana Named Recipient Of Life Jacket Theatre Company's 2023-2024 $10,000 Commission For Trans+ Playwrights
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023

Life Jacket Theatre Company has announced that C. Quintana (CQ) is the inaugural recipient of the 2023-2024 commission created exclusively for Trans+ playwrights, which includes gender non-conforming, gender-expansive, and nonbinary individuals.
Jeb Brown, Andrew Cekala and Morgan Siobhan Green Will Lead Industry Readings of Lyons and Pakchar's BEAU
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023

On September 29th, The Music Theatre Factory will present a developmental reading of Lyons and Pakchar's new musical Beau. Find out more about the musical here!
Tonya Pinkins, Kara Young & More to Take Part in BAC's ARTS IN ACTION FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at BAC's ARTS IN ACTION FESTIVAL, featuring acclaimed artists like Tonya Pinkins and Kara Young. Join in for a celebration of talent and creativity as these performers bring their artistry to the stage. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an amazing arts festival.
Review: Promising 5 & DIME: A NEW MUSICAL Plays Joe's Pub
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 13, 2023

Now the property is evolving into a musical.  And you know what?  It works.
Applications Now Open For Apples And Oranges Arts Theatre Accelerator: The Heroine's Journey In XR
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2023

Apples and Oranges Arts is currently accepting submissions for the Spring 2023 cohort of THEatre ACCELERATOR: The Heroine's Journey in XR - an immersive virtual musical theatre development program geared towards developing and distributing musicals on stage, and in mixed realities.
Video: Watch the Final Episode of HERE'S TO THE LADIES WHO - Full Series Now Available
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2022

Watch the final episode of the docuseries Here’s To The Ladies Who, produced by The Broadway Women’s Alliance and YesAnd Productions. This episode marks the finale of the six-episode series.
Northwestern's Incubator For New Musicals Announces New Leadership
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2022

The American Music Theatre Project (AMTP) at Northwestern University announces its 2022-2023 season of new musical works and the arrival of multi-talented Broadway artist Alexander Gemignani as its new artistic director.
Video: First Look at Wilson Jermaine Heredia & More in HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2022

Syracuse Stage has released a first look at production video of the new musical How to Dance in Ohio, which celebrated the official Opening Night of its world premiere engagement on Friday, September 23. Watch here!
Kate Baldwin, Amber Gray, Bonnie Milligan & More to Perform at The American Theatre Wing Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2022

The American Theatre Wing has announced performers for their annual Gala. Performers include Kate Baldwin, The Broadway Boys, Gretchen Cryer, Amber Gray, Aisha de Haas, Luna, Charlotte Maltby, Bonnie Milligan and more.

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