Cast in your first show and totally lost in your first blocking rehearsal? Stage directions can take some getting used to, but once you grasp the basics, you're set for life! Here's a breakdown of the most common stage directions you'll encounter and what they mean.
Ever wonder why certain times of year bring a boom in new Broadway shows, whereas other times it's closing notice after closing notice? It's not just a coincidence.
If you're visiting New York City, seeing a Broadway show is a must—but getting tickets can be tricky if you haven't purchased them in advance.
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Explore the origins of musicals and learn about The Black Crook, the first Broadway musical that changed live entertainment forever.
Perhaps no writer had a better talent for capturing the beauty, power, and unpredictability of nature than William Shakespeare.
Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon.
Never has there lived a writer who has been better at capturing the complexities of the human condition like William Shakespeare.
Never has there lived a writer who has been better at capturing the complexities of the human condition like William Shakespeare.
Despite the many different types of theatrical forms, most scholars agree that just four represent the most fundamental approaches to storytelling and performance in theatre, each with its own distinct style and purpose.
Not all stages are created equal.
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Has there ever lived a more romantic writer than William Shakespeare? When it came to words of love, no one did it better than the Bard.
If you find yourself trying to break down the key elements of a perfect play, you need look no further than the Greeks! Aristotle's analysis of drama in his work Poetics identifies six key elements that create a comprehensive framework for understanding and evaluating dramatic literature and perfor
Looking to brush up your Shakespeare? Though they were written over 400 years ago, the his plays continue to enthrall readers and theater enthusiasts alike.
Dozens of plays have earned the honor since the Prizes were established in 1917, but did you know that only a few of them are musicals? Learn more about the Pulitzer Prizes and unpack the ten musicals that have earned the special distinction below!
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