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Neurodivergent actor wins discrimination lawsuit regarding 'Billy Elliot' termination
“A British Columbia's human rights tribunal has awarded a neurodivergent actor, who was diagnosed with sensory and learning disorders, more than $55,000 after finding that a theatre company discriminated against him because of his disabilities.”
Breaking down the Tonys: Best Direction of a Musical
“With the Tony Awards right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to break down each category. Let’s discuss the nominees, predict some winners, and discuss who may have deserved to be on the list. Today, we’re moving on to Best Direction of a Musical.”
A guide to running an acting class for beginners
“Allow your space to be one of growth where everyone can refine their talents and learn the skills they need to be a great performer.”
5 Ways for Performers to Reject Rejection
“Take rejection as an opportunity to work on living so you can bring even more layers to your next audition or experience on stage.”
Robert Downey Jr. to Make Broadway Debut This Fall
“Robert Downey Jr. will make his Broadway debut this fall, starring in Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar's newest play, MCNEAL, at Lincoln Center Theater. Bartlett Sher will direct.”
Breaking down the Tonys: Best Choreography
“With the Tony Awards right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to break down each category. Today, we’re continuing with Best Choreography.”
Theatre teacher charged with improper relationship with student
“A Texas theatre teacher has been charged with a felony for having an inappropriate relationship with a student.”
Controversy over theatre teacher's Pro-Palestine Instagram post
“In the early months of 2024, controversy erupted over a theatre teacher’s pro-Palestine post on her Instagram page. The incident later resulted in the resignation of the school board president.”
How ‘Show Boat’ Changed Broadway
“In academic circles, for very specific reasons, “Show Boat” is, inarguably, the most important, influential musical ever written.”
Breaking down the Tonys: Best Orchestrations
“With the Tony Awards right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to break down each category. Let’s discuss the nominees, predict some winners, and discuss who may have deserved to be on the list. Today, let’s kick things off with Best Orchestrations”
Standing ovations should be reserved for productions that deserve them
“Standing ovations shouldn't be discouraged by some "theater snob's" insistence that only the shows that earn it, deserve a standing ovation. By the same token, it appears as though people engaged in any standing ovation are doing so because they think that it's what you're supposed to do at the end of a show.”
When (and How) to Burn Bridges With A Theatre
“Theatre is supposed to be a safe place that hasn’t been for many people. I get a writhing feeling in my stomach whenever I hear of a theatre doing someone wrong. And if you’re one of those people reading this article today, all I can tell is that you are not alone.”