“A Nebraska community theatre decided to go on with their summer production of ‘Mamma Mia’ despite the current health crisis and now 24 of the show’s cast and crew have tested positive for COVID-19.”

“A voice actor for the Adult Swim show, ‘Squidbillies’, has been fired for deeply offensive comments directed at country music icon Dolly Parton.”

“Ironically, one of the most oft-cited benefits of theatre is a more just, equitable, and empathetic understanding of the world. Arts workers are now desperately relying on that same empathy to help ensure our Senate will not abandon this essential field and the hundreds of thousands across the country who make it possible.”

“There is no such thing as “working from home” in this industry and with social distancing being near impossible at shows, I know it will be quite some time until I can return to one of my favorite places. But I know that when I do, it will not be to escape. It will be to celebrate the triumphant return of a place so many call home and count on to bring a little light into their lives.”

“It doesn’t matter if you’re from a town of 100 people and you have one stoplight in the middle of town…theatre can live.”

“Over the past couple of days an old video clip of a school production of In the Heights is going viral again due to a supercut posted on social media. While many are taking part in ridiculing the production for everything from its problematic casting to performance, I don’t see the joy in shaming a bunch of students.”

“It’s always crucial to consider your worth as an artist before committing to any new projects.”

‘Puffs​’ playwright Matt Cox discusses the digital projects he and the cast and crew of ‘Puffs’​ have been working on, including Parody for Charity events that have raised more than $10,000 for a variety of causes.

There is no doubt that when it comes to the animated musical, Disney dominates the genre. The impact and influence those films have had on performers is incalculable. But when it comes to live-action musicals, Disney has had some major hits as well. While not every single one has had the financial success and impact that their animated films have, they certainly deserve some credit.

So here are my picks for the top 10 live-action Disney musicals.

“To have a great show you’ll obviously need great actors, but so many other components go into a quality level production. Regardless of your budget, talent, script, or venue, paying attention to these details will put a crisp and classy touch to your show.”

“Broadway power-player Scott Rudin is being sued by advertising agency, SpotCo, for $6.3 million according to a lawsuit filed on Aug 6th. The agency claims that the producer hadn't paid on invoices for work done for productions such as To Kill a Mockingbird and West Side Story.”

“A Vancouver theatre company specializing in productions for children has cut ties with its artistic director following allegations of a toxic work environment by dozens of former staff and crew.”