“Since its opening in November, The Museum of Broadway has welcomed thousands of guests, hosted special events, and most importantly, immersed theatre lovers into the world of Broadway. Here are five things you may not know about The Museum of Broadway!”
Read More“Half-hearted attempts to make something safe, simply dilute the meaning and intention of the texts. These pieces were products of their time, and there should be a certain amount of critical evaluation of them. Sanding off the rough edges in effect removes the means of critiquing the texts as written in their original contexts and as a modern theatregoer. Audiences definitely deserve better.”
Read More“Last week, I was driving to work, thinking about how I would interact with aliens if I ever met them. What’s the best way to explain yourself to complete and utter strangers? The answer is obvious, of course: MIXTAPES!”
Read More“A three-week intensive like this is a fantastic opportunity for someone to get access and mentorship that has been challenging to obtain for the communities that MUSE and MAESTRA are dedicated to helping. I don’t have a problem with this, and I’m sure many of you don’t either. But hell hath no fury like telling a cis-white male that a door isn’t open for him to burst through like the Kool Aid Man.”
Read MoreMonty Python’s Spamalot, the 2005 Tony winner for Best Musical, will return to Broadway this fall. Performances will begin on October 31 at the St. James Theatre, in advance of a November 16 opening.
Read More“A few days ago the New York Times broke the news that Jujamcyn Theaters, led by Jordan Roth, sold a ninety-three percent stake in five Broadway theaters to International Entertainment Holdings Limited, the parent company of Ambassador Theatre Group. But the merger is raising long-time concerns about the gatekeeping of real estate and producing on Broadway.”
Read More“News broke today that talks on a new contract between the Broadway League and Disney Theatrical Productions and IATSE have stalled and the union is holding a strike authorization vote which means a strike could begin as early as this Friday.”
Read More“If you’re on the fence about attending BroadwayCon, I encourage you to do so. The event annually renews my love of theatre and faith in the people who work in it. It might just do the same for you.”
Read More“My concerns over the lack of security and safety of Broadway performers have been growing steadily for years. What can be done beyond the security measures that are already in place? I have some ideas.”
Read More“Horrifying video has surfaced of fans infiltrating Lea Salonga’s dressing room at Here Lies Love, refusing to leave, and having to be escorted out by Ms. Salonga herself.”
Read MoreWith the announcement of the SAG-AFTRA strike, one of the rules is that it will prohibit members from attending conventions and fan expos. But what about next week’s BroadwayCon? After all, many attending as guests and panelists are members of both AEA and SAG-AFTRA.
Read More“Today it was announced that a national tour of the musical Mrs. Doubtfire will kick off this fall. The news is concerning as many find the show to be transphobic and touring it in states where there is active anti-trans legislation may lead to more hate toward the trans communities that live there.”
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