Industry Theatre Newsroom

The Imiloa Institute is set to host its inaugural Conscious Retreat for the Screen, Stage & Entertainment Industry at its newly unveiled Verdesana campus in Costa Rica.

ATG Entertainment has announced plans to build a new state of the art performing arts space in Vienna. The project, to be named Theater im Prater, is intended for international musical productions.

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/2/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now in its fourth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings. On January 3 is Balancing Act (4): A Show Business Tour de Force, Jamie deRoy!

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/26/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Spencer Glass, coach and actor, shares tips in combating difficult questions that are sometimes asked during the holidays. Before we go deeper, let me just say this: you don't owe anyone an explanation as you're passing the lasagna around the table.

From nonprofit theaters innovating in the face of financial pressures to the anticipation of live performance rebounding amidst AI fatigue, the stories highlight an industry evolving while staying grounded in community and creativity. Stories include Broadway honoring Tom Viola, regional theaters navigating leadership changes, and international venues undergoing major renovations.

Playwright BRAD DICKSON in association with Jay Michaels Global Communications llc will bring to New York an industry presentation of Dickson's uproarious play.

George Street Playhouse has announced SMALL, a Penguin Rep Theatre production written and performed by Robert Montano (The Steel Man), and directed by Jessi D. Hill (Daniel's Husband).

Broadway theatre owner, The Shubert Organization, has filed an application to perform extensive renovations on the hisoric Imperial Theatre.

Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now in its fourth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday, with Bailie Slevin. Learn more about the event and see how to tune in!

The Dramatists Guild Foundation has named Gloria Oladipo as the recipient of the 2024 Thom Thomas Award, given annually to an alumnus of the DGF Fellows program who demonstrates great artistic skill. Learn more about Oladipo!

 The Civilians  announced the newest members of The R&D Group, as well as the season’s commissions for The Next Forever. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/19/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

On January 11th TADA! Youth Theater will host an Open House. Learn more about TADA! Youth Theater programs.

AVALONA, A Musical Legend, conceived and created by Dina Fanai will receive a special four-day musical presentation on January 14th-17th at the SPSA Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Licensing has announced the addition of the new and joyful holiday musical, Christmas in Connecticut, to its catalog.

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 12/15/2024.

The Center for Curatorial Studies, Bard College has announced Gridthiya Gaweewong as the recipient of its 2025 Audrey Irmas Award for Curatorial Excellence.

ATG Entertainment has acquired touring Broadway presenter Celebrity Attractions. Celebrity Attractions has operated in multiple markets for more than 40 years. Learn more about the acquisition!

As the year winds down, this week’s stories reflect a season of change, opportunity, and challenges in the theatre world. From the opening of voting for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards to the rise of effective altruism reshaping holiday giving, we explore how innovation and community engagement continue to shape the arts. Highlights include expanded performance schedules on Broadway, significant regional funding initiatives like King County’s Doors Open program, and transitions like Heather Lanza’s appointment at NextStop Theatre. Meanwhile, stories of financial strain, such as Germany’s cultural budget cuts and UK theatre downsizing, remind us of the ongoing need for sustainable support in the arts sector.

Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program writers for 2024, Stephen Brown, Stefani Kuo, and Arun Welandawe-Prematilleke. Learn more about the writers and about the program!

The Entertainment Community Fund and Playwrights Horizons revealed that New York City creator and performer Alex Tatarsky is the 2024 recipient of The Mark O’Donnell Prize. Learn more about Tatarsky and the Prize!

Nagle Jackson, internationally renowned theater director and playwright, has passed away in Rhinebeck, New York, at the age of 88. A celebration of Nagle’s life will be held in April 2025 in NYC.

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