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When a Musical Legacy Becomes a Legal Battle: The 'Buena Vista' Name Dispute
“The name at the center of a Grammy-winning album, a globe-trotting ensemble, and now a Broadway musical, is under legal fire — and the results could have major implications for the future of live performance, artistic ownership, and cultural storytelling.”
Broadway Doesn’t Need Scott Rudin. It Never Did.
“I love this industry too much to pretend people like Scott Rudin are necessary. They’re not. The myth that brilliant, abusive producers are the only way to get great theater is just that—a myth.”
Priced Out of the Tragedy: The Real Irony of Paying $900 to See 'Othello' on Broadway
“What does it mean when this story, with this cast, becomes financially out of reach for so many? What happens when the people who would connect most deeply to the themes of the play — the ones who see themselves in Othello — can’t afford to be in the room?”
'Chicago' at 50: From Bold to Brand—Are Today’s Audiences Listening to its Message?
“Fifty years is a big deal. It is long enough to be a classic and long enough to become a machine. It is also long enough to pause and ask: Is the message still coming through the glitter?”
Broadway’s $900 Ticket Problem: Why Streaming Is the Solution
“Until we expand the Broadway model beyond the box office, ticket prices aren’t going to drop. They can’t. The current system just doesn’t allow for it. Streaming is not about diluting the magic—it’s about sharing it. With the kid in Kansas. With the teacher in Detroit. With the parent who wants to introduce their child to Shakespeare but can’t swing $900 for Othello.”
Broadway’s Spring 2025 Lineup: Waiting to Be Wowed
“Every season, Broadway unveils a fresh lineup of shows, hoping to dazzle audiences with something new, unexpected, or just plain spectacular. And usually, I’m ready to dive in headfirst. But as I look at what’s coming this spring, I have to admit… I’m not exactly counting down the days.”
Do We Want a 'Hadestown' Movie?
“Naturally, with the rise of stage-to-screen adaptations and box office success of Wicked, many are wondering: Is Hadestown the next Broadway hit destined for the big screen? More importantly, do we even want a Hadestown movie?”
BroadwayCon Moves Location at the Last Minute
“It was announced today that BroadwayCon changing venues with just a week to go before the event starts. Organizers announced that it will be moving from the New York Midtown Hilton to the Marriott Marquis in Times Square.”
Celebrating the First Black Elphaba on Broadway While Questioning the Wait
“As "Wicked" embarks on this new chapter, audiences have an opportunity to witness a moment of overdue progress. Let us applaud this historic casting while also holding the industry accountable to ensure that the magic of representation doesn’t take another 20 years to manifest.”
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Shows All Future Harry Potter Stories Should Take Place On Stage
“My daughter and I were on the edge of our seats, watching the developments unfold. Then you see wizards dueling on stage, objects levitating, and so much more I won’t spoil. The practical magic employed makes you feel like you are in Hogwarts inside Lyric Theatre.”
Why 'Rent' is More Essential Than Ever in 2025
“As we look ahead to the future, let us remember the legacy of RENT and continue to bring its message of love and defiance to the stage. More productions are needed now, not just for entertainment, but as a means of healing, educating, and inspiring the generations to come.”
Patti LuPone’s “Sunset Boulevard” Story Deserves a Redemption Arc (And She’s Not Alone)
“It breaks my heart to think that when Patti LuPone and “Sunset Boulevard” are mentioned in the same sentence, it most likely conjures up images of lawsuits and not deeply moving artistic work that should be studied in all musical theater programs.”