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The ‘Tyrannical and Abusive’ Garth Drabinsky, and His Attempted Return to Broadway with 'Paradise Square' - Part 1
“Drabinsky’s imminent re-emergence on Broadway thus places him at the center of a culture in which he no longer belongs, and positions him as a direct danger to the safety of his employees if this is allowed to happen. So far nowhere else has it been fully explored why.”
Rebecca Caine speaks out on abuse she suffered during Toronto's 'The Phantom of the Opera'
“In a series of videos posted to her Instagram, actress Rebecca Caine is speaking out about the abuse she suffered during the 1989 Toronto production of Phantom of the Opera at the hands of her co-star, Colm Wilkinson. She is also calling into question why the Broadway community is welcoming back producer Garth Drabinsky (whose Paradise Square is set to open in NYC in March 22) who apparently stood idly by while she was being abused.'“
Love/Hate: 2021 Tony Awards
“After waiting for over a year for (still) unknown reasons, theatre fans finally saw the Tony Awards handed out in a split telecast between CBS and its streaming network Paramount+. There were definitely some highs and lows of the evening, some expected – others definitely not. So let’s dive in.”
"A complete failure" : What happened at 'Jagged Little Pill' should have massive repercussions
“Through sheer stupidity, ignorance and a clear dereliction of duty, a cast member of a Broadway production could have died. And this could have all been avoided if the people responsible acted like human beings, showed compassion, and did their jobs the right way.”
The Alice Ripley Allegations Have Started a Needed Conversation and the Theatre Community Isn't Ready
In light of the allegations against Alice Ripley, a conversation about interactions between theatre artists and fans has erupted online. But there are aspects to this story that many seem to be missing, especially within the theatre communities.
Should Broadway Really Open Up in September?
“Demand for shows is not what it was, and COVID is wreaking havoc on the country. Should Broadway delay its opening?”
Producing Diverse Playwrights’ Work Should Be the New Normal
“With all due respect to white playwrights who have been dead for decades, many of the intricacies and nuances of their work have already been discovered. We know their stories. It is time for something new. It is time for new perspectives and lives to be seen on the stage. That can only happen with a diverse pool of playwright work being presented.”
"I was romantic too." : A Tribute to Alvin Ing
“The theatrical community has lost one of its greatest guiding lights. Alvin Ing, a theatrical trailblazer, passed away this week at the age of 89.”
It's time for the Tony Awards and CBS to part ways
“If this is how CBS values the Tony Awards, it may be time for the American Theatre Wing and the network to go their separate ways.”
Are Audiences Ready to Return to Broadway? We Surveyed Our Readers to Find Out
“Less than half said they would attend a show, regardless of whether safety protocols were enacted or not.”
5 things that RENT popularized for the Broadway community
“April 29th marks 25 years since RENT opened on Broadway in 1996. As think pieces and tributes pour in, why not take a few minutes to appreciate these 5 things that RENT popularized for the Broadway community.”
Scott Rudin will resign from The Broadway League
“The producer announced to the New York Times that he will resign from The Broadway League.”