Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
U.K. Actor Resigns Role in Musical in Protest Over Casting of Trans Role
“It was reported today that Transgender actor and campaigner Kate O’Donnell has withdrawn from a show in London over the casting of a cisgender male in a trans role.”
Los Angeles Theatre Update Regarding the Coronavirus
“Theaters in the greater Los Angeles area are making executive decisions about their shows after Governor Gavin Newsome and public health officials have recommended that all gatherings of over 250 people be postponed until after March 31st, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Am I Good Enough?
“I have been doing this long enough to know that I will NEVER KNOW what the people behind the table feel or think. I have to trust the process and the journey.”
How THE LAST SHIP Connects My Family's Story
“Grief is the price we pay for love, and nowhere has that theme been more tenderly rendered than THE LAST SHIP.”
Ben Vereen Given Lifetime Achievement Award Two Years After Sexual Misconduct Accusation
Ben Vereen, who two years ago was accused of several allegations of sexual harassment and assault, is being given a Lifetime Achievement Award from an organization that prides itself on “bringing the magic, pageantry, and profession of Broadway to public school students throughout New York.”
Respect for Sound Design
“Sound design will play an increasingly important role in the future. It is time for us to stop ignoring it.”
If You Type Out, I Walk Out.
“It’s simple. If I go to an audition and the casting director or directors decide they are typing. I politely remove my name from the list, save a headshot, and walk out.”
It's Time We Talked About "That New York Times Article"
“Due to the outrage over the casting of Amar Ramasar in Broadway’s West Side Story, there has been a new wave of awareness and calls for accountability when it comes to sexual misconduct within the theatre industry. Which is why it’s time to talk about “that New York Times article”.”
10 Ways to Make the Most Out of Assistant Directing
“Being an AD can be hard because you don’t always feel as if you have an active role in the production. However, your job is to learn. Be patient with yourself and know that you have every right to be in that room.”
Digital Lottery opens March 10 for Hamilton at the Pantages Theater
“History Has Its Eyes” on Hamilton opening at the Pantages Hollywood on March 12. “So Take A Break” and buy a ticket to one of the hottest American Musicals in history. “You’ll Be Back” after leaving “Satisfied”. Enter the Digital Lottery for a chance to pay $10 a ticket.
Is Scott Rudin Behind Fake Emails Trying to Disrupt WEST SIDE STORY Protests?
“Are the fake emails sent to me regarding the Amar Ramasar protests coming from the head producer of WEST SIDE Story himself?”
What I’ve Learned as a Student in Community Theatre
“For students, working in community theatre can be incredibly life-changing, adding new fresh experience and enabling them to be more prepared for theatre when they leave high school or college.”