Since it was first identified in Wuhan, China, in 2019, the coronavirus pandemic continues to sweep across the globe, causing devastating effects. Well, the popular Broadway musical Aladdin was recently shut down just a day after performing for the first time in 18 months. This is a result of a Covid 19 breakthrough case. Suffice…
Read moreCovid-19 Regulations and Requirements for Watching Various Broadway Shows
Read on to discover the specific Covid-19 regulations for attending different shows on Broadway. Broadway Shows Have a New Look This Year With the widespread administration of Covid-19 vaccines, many people are beginning to go about their day-to-day activities, and that includes attending shows. While shows on Broadway are gearing up to entertain their audiences,…
Read moreBroadway Shows Return but West Side Story Will Not Reopen
There has been controversy from the beginning with West Side Story, but it was announced that the show will not return in 2021. West Side Story Is Not Returning Producer Kate Horton has decided that a revival of West Side Story will not happen in September when Broadway reopens. The production of the award-winning musical was a production…
Read moreDreamWorks Theatricals and MTI Provide Supports for New Writers
In collaboration with NBCUniversal’s Global Talent Development & Inclusion division, DreamWorks Theatricals and Music Theatre International have teamed together to help nurture emerging writers. Working Together DreamWorks Theatricals and Music Theatre International work together to produce Broadway productions. DMTI is responsible for many successful showings that include Hamilton, the Lion King, and Wicked. With the…
Read moreChristina Alexander and Wicked Team Up to Foster Inclusion
Christina Alexander Christina Alexander has taken on a new role. She now serves as the Director of Social Responsibility to Foster Inclusivity for the Broadway hit Wicked. Her background has given her a strong passion for inclusion and justice. The musical she will be assigned to explores a similar theme. Wicked: A Brief Synopsis The musical production takes…
Read moreBroadway Shows Not Reporting Grosses: Why?
Usually, when an industry refuses to report its profits, it’s because things might not look good to potential investors. In this case, that’s likely not the reason at hand. Broadway has thousands of raving fans who are anxious to get back into theaters after such a long hiatus, so we’re anticipating a landslide of ticket…
Read moreActors’ Equity & Off-Broadway League Agree On New Contract:
Covid Protocols, Diversity Initiatives & Significant Pay Raises The Actors’ Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League have agreed on a three-year contract. This includes a number of interesting clauses, which are very much a reflection of current realities. For instance, there are raises in the minimum salaries. Those at not-for-profit Off-Broadway theaters will be seeing…
Read more$100 Million NYC Musical and Theatrical Production Tax Credit Launched
The Launch of a Musical and Theatrical Tax Credit in New York City The news on the launch of a $100 million Musical and Theatrical Production Tax Credit in New York City was received with so much excitement. This announcement has the potential of contributing greatly towards the path of economic recovery for the city…
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