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Korean Theatre Director Lee Yoon-taek Accused of Rape
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2018

Variety reports that Lee Yoon-taek, the artistic director of one of South Korea's most notable theatre companies has been accused of sexual assault and rape.

Six Actresses Accuse Chicago's Dream Theatre Company Artistic Director Jeremy Menekseoglu of Abuse
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2018

According to The Clyde Fitch Report, six women have come forward alleging physical and verbal abuse by Jeremy Menekseoglu, artistic director of Chicago's Dream Theatre Company.

Toronto's Soulpepper Theatre Loses $375K Federal Funding Following Harassment Allegations
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018

The CBC reports that the Canada Council for the Arts has voted to withhold a planned $375K increase in federal funding from Toronto's Soulpepper Theatre following allegations of sexual harassment by four actresses against artistic director Albert Schultz.  

Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Accused of Sexual Misconduct
by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2018

The New York Times is reporting that Gordon Edelstein, artistic director of the Long Wharf Theater, has been placed on administrative leave after several former employees and collaborators of the company have come forward with claims of sexual misconduct.

Kevin Spacey Under Investigation for 3rd Alleged Sexual Assault in the UK
by Alan Henry - January 17, 2018

Deadline reports that Scotland Yard is currently investigating a third sexual assault allegation against actor Kevin Spacey. The incidents is alleged to have occurred during his time as Artistic Director of The Old Vic Theatre - though no word on if the allegation stems from his work there.

Oprah Winfrey Gathers Hollywood's Most Powerful Women to Talk About the Impact of the Time's Up Movement
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2018

According to Hollywood Reporter, Oprah Winfrey sat down with some of Hollywood's most powerful women to discuss the impact of Time's Up on a recent segment on CBS Sunday Morning. Among the women were Reese Witherspoon, Kathleen Kennedy, Natalie Portman, America Ferrera, Nina Shaw, Tracee Ellis Ross and Shonda Rhimes.

Katie Couric Breaks Silence About Matt Lauer's Departure From 'Today' Calling the Situation 'Disturbing, Distressing, and Disorienting'
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2018

According to Variety, Katie Couric has made her first public statement to People Magazine regarding Matt Lauer's departure from NBC's Today Show. Couric told People that the ordeal has been 'painful' for her. 'The accounts I've read and heard have been disturbing, distressing and disorienting and it's completely unacceptable that any woman at the Today show experienced this kind of treatment.'

Rebecca Hall Regrets Working With Woody Allen Following Dylan Farrow's Sexual Assault Allegations
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2018

Actress Rebecca Hall has expressed regret over signing on to new Woody Allen film 'A Rainy Day in New York.' Hall released a statement on Instagram stating that after reading Dylan Farrow's statements accusing her estranged father (Allen) of sexual assault, Hall felt as if her actions made another woman feel silenced.

George Randolph Steps Down as President of Randolph College Following Misconduct Allegations
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018

The Toronto Star reports that George Randolph has resigned as president of the school he founded, The Randolph Academy, following allegations of misconduct towards a student.

Broadway/San Diego Severs Ties With Ben Vereen Following Sexual Assault Allegations
by BWW News Desk - January 8, 2018

According to the San Diego Tribune, touring presenter Broadway/San Diego has announced that it will be severing ties with actor Ben Vereen, following allegations of sexual assault. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Vereen was accused of sexual assault by multiple women during a production of Hair he directed in Florida in 2015.

Australian ROCKY HORROR's Craig McLachlan Accused of Sexual Assault
by BWW News Desk - January 7, 2018

According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Craig McLachlan has been accused of indecent assault, sexual harassment, indecent exposure, and bullying of female colleagues. McLachlan is currently in Adelaide starring as Frank-N-Furter in the 2018 tour of Rocky Horror. He has denied the allegations.

Soulpepper Releases Statement Following Misconduct Allegations Against Artistic Director Albert Schultz
by BWW News Desk - January 6, 2018

BroadwayWorld has previously reported that four actresses have filed civil suits against Toronto's Soulpepper Theatre Company and it's artistic director Albert Schultz. Schultz has since resigned. Soulpepper has released two statements following this news, one from the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors and one from the artists.

Soulpepper Artistic Director Albert Schultz Resigns Following Misconduct Allegations
by BWW News Desk - January 5, 2018

The Globe and Mail's J. Kelly Nestruck reports that four actresses have filed civil suits against Toronto's Soulpepper Theatre Company and it's artistic director Alber Schultz.

Updated: Artistic Director of Soulpepper, Toronto's Largest Non-Profit Theatre Company, Accused of Sexual Misconduct
by BWW News Desk - January 3, 2018

The Globe and Mail's J. Kelly Nestruck reports that four actresses have filed civil suits against Toronto's Soulpepper Theatre Company and it's artistic director Alber Schultz.

Five City Ballet Dancers Accuse Peter Martins of Abuse
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017

The New York Times reports that five City Ballet Dancers have accused Peter Martins of abuse - with one incident dating as far back as 1993, with no action having been taken at that time.

Dustin Hoffman Accused of Sexual Misconduct During Death of a Salesman on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2017

Actress Kathryn Rossetter has come forward with new allegations against Actor Dustin Hoffman - alleging misconduct during their Broadway run of Death of a Salesman.

Theatre UCF Replaces Play by Israel Horovitz After Sexual Misconduct Allegations
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2017

Theatre UCF is replacing the previously scheduled play The Day Before Yesterday with Rebecca Gilman's Boy Gets Girl to run Feb. 22-March 4. The decision to change the play was made after the writer of The Day Before Yesterday, Israel Horovitz, was accused by nine women of sexual misconduct. Horovitz had been scheduled to attend UCF's performance.

WNYC Hosts Leonard Lopate and Jonathan Schwartz Placed On Leave Following Allegations of Inappropriate Conduct
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2017

WNYC radio hosts, Leonard Lopate and Jonathan Schwartz have been placed on leave effective immediately following the launch of an investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct.

Florida Stage Appearances Of Garrison Keillor Cancelled Following Misconduct Allegations
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2017

TampaBay.com reports that following allegations of sexual misconduct, stage appearances across Florida are being cancelled for Garrison Keillor.

Emmanuel Villaume To Replace James Levine As Conductor of TOSCA at the Met
by BWW News Desk - December 5, 2017

Emmanuel Villaume will conduct the Met's new production of Puccini's Tosca, on December 31, 2017, and January 3, 6, 9, 12, 23, and 27, 2018, replacing James Levine who was dismissed following revelations in the press about sexual abuse allegations against him.

Dallas Theater Center's Lee Trull Fired Following Misconduct Allegations
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2017

TheaterJones reports that Dallas Theater Center's Director of New Play Development, Lee Trull, has been accused of harassing a Southern Methodist University Student.

Dance/NYC Releases Statement, Commends Those Coming Forward with Stories of Sexual Harassment
by BWW News Desk - December 6, 2017

Following yesterday's news that the New York City Ballet is investigating sexual harassment claims against Artistic Director Peter Martins, Dance/NYC has released its own statement on sexual harassment.

New York City Ballet Is Investigating Sexual Harassment Claims Against Artistic Director Peter Martins
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2017

New York City Ballet is investigating sexual harassment claims against its artistic director, Peter Martins - the New York Times reports.

Metropolitan Opera Severs Ties with James Levine Following Sexual Abuse Claims, Consults Attorney for Investigation
by BWW News Desk - December 3, 2017

The New York Times recently revealed that the Metropolitan Opera had opened an investigation into claims against conductor James Levine, alleging sexual abuse. The Met has released an official statement regarding the issue.

Met Opera Conductor James Levine Accused of Sexual Abuse
by BWW News Desk - December 3, 2017

The New York Times has announced that the Metropolitan Opera is opening an investigation into claims against conductor James Levine, alleging sexual abuse. Over a year ago, a man filed a police report saying Levine had abused him in the 1980's. The Met was made aware of this report but did not act on it until recent media inquiries were made into Levine's conduct.


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