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Doomsday for American Theater? Not at Milwaukee Rep, Where the Budget Just Doubled.
by Joshua Wright
Executive Director Chad Bauman on Milwaukee Rep’s expansion, new play development, and why he sees this moment in American theater as ‘a call to purpose.’. (more…)

Broadway Vet Manny Azenberg on the State of Broadway
by Cara Joy David
Legendary Broadway producer Manny Azenberg, 92, talks ticket prices, the loss of playwrights to screens, the rise of investor ‘producers,’ and whether theater can reclaim its cultural footing.. (more…)

The Broadway League and Actors’ Equity Association Create New Audition Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz
Actors’ Equity Association and The Broadway League have created the League-Equity Audition Program (‘LEAP’), a new pilot initiative designed to provide Equity actors the opportunity to be seen by top creative talent and casting professionals.. (more…)

Schele Williams, Jesca Prudencio, Billie Aken-Tyers To Direct NEW NEXT NOW Development Series
by Stephi Wild
The Stage Door Foundation’s NEW NEXT NOW series announced directors for three industry readings of original musicals, with Schele Williams, Billie Aken-Tyers, and Jesca Prudencio each helming a new work.. (more…)

Industry Pro Newsletter: Doomsday for the American Theater? Not in Milwaukee
by Alex Freeman
On the business side, ATG Entertainment is reportedly being prepared for a possible sale by its private equity owner, while Pittsburgh Public Theater terminated its staff ahead of its merger with Pittsburgh CLO — two stories that speak to the consolidation and financial pressures reshaping the industry. Against that backdrop, Milwaukee Repertory Theater stands out as a striking counterexample: the company has nearly doubled its operating budget since 2020, opened a landmark $80 million theater complex, and is expanding its season to 13 productions, fueled by a philosophy of investing in artists and audiences rather than contracting.. (more…)

Pipeline Arts Foundation Launches Pipeline Arts Productions
by Stephi Wild
Pipeline Arts Foundation has launched Pipeline Arts Productions, a new for-profit producing arm with a priority on advancing musical theatre projects by artists who’ve previously won Pipeline Awards.. (more…)

Winners Revealed For the 2026 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge For High School Students
by Stephi Wild
The National Endowment for the Arts and National Alliance for Musical Theatre announced the winners of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students, with winning songs to be performed in concert at New World Stages in NYC.. (more…)

Columbus Symphony Reveals Senior Leadership Additions
by Chloe Rabinowitz
As the Columbus Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 75th Anniversary season, it welcomes two new members to its senior leadership team: Jonathan Parish and Jacob Pope-McEntire.. (more…)    

Where to Find Piano Tracks for Auditions, Performance & Practice
by Sidney Paterra
If you’re a singer in need of something more than a karaoke track to show off your vocal chops, there are plenty of resources for vocalists that provide downloadable piano tracks- some of them are even free! Check out our seven favorite sites to find download-ready and custom tracks to help you sound your best!. (more…)

Everything You Need To Know About Open Call Auditions
by Kori Lotito
When going into an open call audition – be it for a play, musical, dance show, or just a local community theatre production – being prepared and knowing what to expect can put you on top. In this guide, we outline 20 tips to help you get ahead at your next audition.. (more…)

20 Books Every Costume Design Student Should Read
by Carian Lynée Parker
While the audience might see a beautiful costume on stage, behind the scenes there is a great amount of detail and work put into preparing each costume design. Costume designers shine through their work on stage by understanding not just each individual piece, but the history behind it. Here are the five books every costume design student should read at least once! . (more…)

Ed Harris, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Allison Janney, and More Will Lead OTHER DESERT CITIES on Broadway
by Stephi Wild
Ed Harris has revealed that he will be returning to the stage this year, starring alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Allison Janney in a production of Jon Robin Baitz’s family drama, Other Desert Cities.. (more…)

EVITA Will Play the Winter Garden Theatre Beginning in February 2027
by Stephi Wild
Further details have been revealed for the Broadway transfer of Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita, starring Olivier Award and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler.. (more…)

PITCH PERFECT Musical Adaptation Could Be In Development
by Michael Major
A musical adaptation of Pitch Perfect is seemingly in development. Social media posts have revealed that a workshop is currently underway, which reveals that the musical features a book by Sas Goldberg.. (more…)

‘Broadway Bakes’ Returns to Schmackary’s With Stars From HADESTOWN, SCHMIGADOON & More
by Michael Major
Schmackary’s is hosting their 7th Broadway Bakes fundraiser this week. Confirmed participants this year include Sara Chase, Alex Brightman, Josh Rivera, Harvey Guillén, Betsy Wolfe, Christopher Sieber, Max Clayton, Marty Lauter, and more!. (more…)

SIX THE MUSICAL LIVE! Filmed Performance Tickets Now Available
by Josh Sharpe
Tickets are now on sale for the filmed performance of Six the Musical, which is coming to U.S. theaters this summer. The show, filmed live at the Vaudeville Theatre in London, features the original West End Queens.. (more…)

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