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Reviews for 'Cabaret' revival, mixed at best
“On Sunday, the much anticipated (and expensive) revival of ‘Cabaret’ opened on Broadway. Critics had the chance to state their thoughts on the show. Let’s say their reactions were mixed.”
Bigoted Pennsylvania school board cancels actor’s speech over his ‘lifestyle’
Bigots on a Pennsylvania school board have canceled an upcoming appearance by actor and author Maulik Pancholy after some cited concerns about what they described as his “lifestyle.”
Do not produce children's theatre if you're not organized
“I urge any theatre group thinking about doing the same to have actual plans ready before auditions/registration even begins. Because when there’s not, it can lead to irreparable problems that could result in kids never wanting to do theatre again, and that’s a shame.”
A Letter to My Community Theatre
‘To the community theatre that shaped me: Thank you. Thank you for taking me when I was little and had no idea of who I was and being with me as I figured it out.”
Incident at Broadway's 'Cabaret' involving audience member grabbing Eddie Redmayne
“It is being reported that during last night’s performance of ‘Cabaret,’ an audience member walked up to the stage and grabbed star Eddie Redmayne. The audience member was removed by theatre security.”
'Crazy Rich Asians' Musical in the works
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is headed to the stage. It was announced today that a stage musical adaptation of the hit film is being developed by the film’s director, Jon M. Chu.
Former Drama Teacher charged with sexual battery of a student
“A former Metro Nashville Public Schools drama teacher has been charged with aggravated sexual battery of a minor following a grand jury indictment.”
The Volunteers of Community Theatre Deserve an Endless Ovation
Many of us work full-time jobs, what I refer to as a vocation to support our avocations. I can’t tell you how many times people ask me after seeing a show or hearing I am in a show, “How much do you get paid for doing this?” Of course, in community theatre, the answer is nothing. The look of surprise on their faces is astounding.
Louisiana theatre students take to the state capitol to protest ‘don’t say gay’ bill
“Theatre students from New Orleans’ Benjamin Franklin High School traveled to Baton Rouge on March 27 to protest several anti-LGBTQ+ bills up for consideration by the Republican-controlled House and Senate.”
Post-Show Blues and How to Cure Them
“Last night or yesterday afternoon, you finished your final performance of a show. You had an incredible run, the cast was fantastic, and the performances were some of the most memorable times of your life. But now you're miserable, and you know this weekend will only get worse.”
NYC dancer arrested for distributing child sex abuse material
“News broke yesterday that a cruise ship dancer from New York City has been arrested for allegedly possessing and distributing child sex abuse material.”
It is Time to Improve Bisexual Representation in Storytelling
“Nobody is asking for bisexuals to be perfect or always the hero. These characters should be allowed to be as flawed as any other character. However, other flaws can be used besides being unfaithful to their partner or using their sexuality to corrupt the protagonist.”