1) Forbidden Broadway Merrily We Stole A Song
2) Lifeline
3) The Marriage of Figaro
4) The Roommate
B) Extended Runs
5) Hadestown
C) Tickets on Sale
6) BroadwayCon
D) What Else is Happening This Week and More
7) Broadway Votes Partners With Headcount to Launch Vote Engagement Sweepstakes
8) Centenary Stage Co. Accepting Applications for Fall 2024 Young Performers Workshop
9) Centenary Stage Co. Hosting Open Auditions for The Weir
8/27
10) Epic Players Launches 8th Season of Classes for Neuro-divergent Artists
11) US Open & ESPN Partnering With Hell's Kitchen on Broadway for 2024 Tournament
A) Beginning Performances
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1) Forbidden Broadway Merrily We Stole A Song
Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song skewers the latest deluge of Broadway offerings including Hell’s Kitchen, Stereophonic, The Outsiders, Cabaret, The Great Gatsby, Back to the Future, The Wiz, and of course, Merrily We Roll Along. In addition, there will be sendups of Roger Bart, Patti LuPone, Eddie Redmayne, Daniel Radcliffe, Ariana DeBose and Jeremy Jordan, among others. This up-to-the-minute version will also roast the 2024 Tony Awards, and will include some of the most popular numbers from Alessandrini’s recent Forbidden Sondheim.
Theater 555 (555 W. 42nd St.)
8/30 - 12/1
Opening Night 9/19
2) Lifeline
The musical 'Lifeline' takes audiences on a captivating journey into the life of Alexander Fleming, the Scottish scientist whose discovery of penicillin revolutionized medicine. Beginning in 1928, the story unfolds as Fleming stumbles upon a mold that would change the course of history. Starring a cast of top West End actors who have traveled to New York from London and Scotland, and a Scottish folk-influenced score, the musical brings to life the struggles, triumphs, and impact of this groundbreaking scientific achievement.
The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center
(480 W. 42nd St.)
4/28 - 9/28
Opening Night 9/4
3) The Marriage of Figaro
Little Island's The Amph (10th Ave.)
8/30 - 9/22
Opening Night 9/5
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4) The Roommate
In the play, Sharon’s never had a roommate before. In fact, there’s a lot Sharon’s never done before, but Robyn’s about to change all that. Jen Silverman’s The Roommate shatters expectations with its witty and profound portrait of a blossoming intimacy between two women from vastly different backgrounds, as they navigate the complexities of identity, morality, and the promise of reinvention. Being bad never felt so good as it does in this riveting one-act about second acts.
Booth Theatre (222 W. 45th St)
Beginning performances 8/29
Opening Night 9/12
B) Extended Runs
5) Hadestown
Jordan Fisher, Maia Reffico, and Phillip Boykin have extended their runs as Orpheus, Eurydice, and Hades, respectively through 1/12/25/
C) Tickets on Sale
6) BroadwayCon
BroadwayCon10 tickets are on sale now.
D) What Else is Happening This Week and More
7) BROADWAY VOTES
PARTNERS WITH
HEADCOUNT
TO LAUNCH VOTER ENGAGEMENT SWEEPSTAKES
FOR BROADWAY FANS
TAKE ACTION FOR A CHANCE TO WIN TODAY!
Broadway Votes and HeadCount announced today that they have joined forces by launching a once-in-a-lifetime online voter engagement sweepstakes. By checking their voter registration status, fans will be automatically entered for a chance to win two tickets to four different Broadway and/or Off-Broadway shows of their choosing, plus flight and hotel accommodations at the ACE Hotel New York City. To enter, click https://www.headcount.org/broadway-gtv.
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8) CENTENARY STAGE COMPANY NOW ACCEPTING APPLICANTS FOR FALL 2024 SESSION OF YOUNG PERFORMERS WORKSHOP
Centenary Stage Company’s Young Performer’s Workshop returns this fall from September 14 through December 22, and the deadline to apply is September 13. The Young Performer’s Workshop is a 15-week theatre training program for performers ages 8-18. Each session culminates with a Festival of Shows performed by the students. New applicants must complete an interview with the director of the program, Michael Blevins, before registering. Initial interviews will take place via phone or zoom call. The price for the first student in one family is $425.00, a second student is $395.00, and a third student is $300.00. For more information, or to schedule your interview, call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979-0900 or visit Centenary Stage Company online at centenarystageco.org The Young Performer’s Workshop is a 15-week intensive musical theatre program designed to teach kids ages 8-18. This is a hands-on program designed to meet the needs of beginning, intermediate, and advanced performers interested in working in theatre. Throughout the fall session, students have the opportunity to learn about multiple facets of theatre arts from acting, singing and dancing, to stage management, props, and costuming. Each session concludes with a weekend Festival of Shows. Enrolled students will also have the opportunity to be cast in CSC's 2024 mainstage Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol, although casting is not guaranteed.
Centenary Stage Company’s Young Performers Workshop is directed by Broadway, movie, and television alumnus Michael Blevins. Some of Blevins’ previous credits include director and choreographer of the National Tours of Babes in Toyland, Aladdin, and Tom Sawyer, and most recently he directed and choreographed the NYC revival of Seesaw. Blevins also directed and choreographed his original musical Count to Ten at the New York Musical Theatre Festival. He has worked with many Tony and Academy Award winning directors and choreographers including Sir Richard Attenborough, Woody Allen, and Bob Fosse. Michael Blevins has performed with many professionals including Michael Douglas, Victor Garber, Brooke Shields, Beth Leavel, and Robert Downey Jr. He has appeared in several Broadway productions including Bring Back Birdie, Neil Simon’s Little Me, and Tony winning Tap Dance Kid in which he created the role “Winslow”. He is most widely known for his portrayal of Mark in the movie A Chorus Line. Most recently, Blevins joined artists around the world to celebrate one of America’s greatest art forms and performed selections from Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ at City Center in the Career Transition for Dancer’s Benefit Gala.
The deadline to register is September 13 and the course will run September 14 through December 22. Those interested in joining the program must call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979-0900 or email boxoffice@centenarystagecol.org to schedule an interview with the director of the program, Michael Blevins. Initial in-person interviews will take place via phone or zoom call. For more information about the program visit centenarystageco.org or call the box office at (908) 979-0900.
For more information, visit centenarystageco.org or call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979-0900. The Centenary Stage Company box office is open Monday through Friday from 1:00-5:00 pm and two hours prior to performances. The box office is located in the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University at 715 Grand Ave. Hackettstown, NJ. Centenary Stage Company can also be found across social media platforms; Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter. Like and follow to receive the latest in CSC news and special offers. XXX
9) CENTENARY STAGE COMPANY TO HOST OPEN CALL AUDITIONS FOR THE WEIR ON
AUGUST 27TH.
Centenary Stage company, a professional not for profit theater company located on the campus of Centenary University in Hackettstown NJ, will be holding an open call (AEA & Non-union welcome) for their upcoming production of “The Weir” by Conor McPherson. This production will be produced under an AEA SPT 4 contract, and both AEA members and non-union actors will be seen. Auditions will be held on Tuesday, August 27th from 10am – 6pm. To schedule an appointment, call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979-0900. Walk-ins will be seen as time permits. Auditions will be in the Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus at 715 Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ.
Irish accents are a must, and performers may prepare a monologue appropriate to the material or read from sides provided on the day of auditions. Sides will also be made available online at centenarystageco.org. The first rehearsal will take place on September 17, 2024, and performances will run October 4 through October 20. For more information, go to centenarystageco.org or call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979-0900. The Weir is a spellbinding, beautiful suspenseful realism combining chilling tales of the supernatural with hilarious banter of a small community in the heart of rural Ireland. In a bar in Sligo, Ireland, local men swap spooky stories in an attempt to impress a young woman from Dublin who recently moved into a nearby "haunted" house. And then she spins a yarn of her own...
Character Breakdown
Jack (Male, 50s)
A car mechanic and garage owner
Brendan (Male, 30s)
The owner of the pub in which the play is set
Jim (Male, 40s)
Jack’s assistant in the garage
Finbar (Male, Late 40s)
A local businessman
Valerie (Female, 30s)
“a pretty young woman” who has recently rented an old house in the area after moving from Dublin
Auditions Requirements: Irish accents required. Prepare a monologue appropriate to the material or read from sides provided on the day of auditions. Sides will also be made available online at centenarystageco.org.
How to secure audition slot. To sign up for an audition time please call the box office at 908-979-0900. Walk-ins will be seen only if time permits, so advance reservations are strongly encouraged. AEA and non-union welcome to audition. Please bring recent Headshot and resume.
Important dates: First Rehearsal: September 17, 2024. Performances October 4 – 20, 2024.
Centenary Stage Company is committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the performing arts. We welcome performers of all ethnicities, races, genders and backgrounds to audition. We encourage all to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the audition.
For more information, visit centenarystageco.org or call the Centenary Stage Company box office at (908) 979-0900. The Centenary Stage Company box office is open Monday through Friday from 1:00-5:00 pm and two hours prior to performances. The box office is located in the Lackland Performing Arts Center on the campus of Centenary University at 715 Grand Ave. Hackettstown, NJ. Centenary Stage Company can also be found across social media platforms; Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter. Like and follow to receive the latest in CSC news and special offers.
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10) EPIC Players Launches Eighth Season of Accessible Classes for Neuro-divergent Artists Taught by Industry Professionals
EPIC Players launches their Eighth Season of Accessible Classes for Neuro-divergent Artists, taught by Industry Professionals, including an inclusive program for Neuro-divergent and Disabled teens: EPIC Junior. Tuition is free for all company members and only $15 for non-members. For more information, visit https://www.epicplayersnyc.org/classes.
Knowledge is Power. EPIC works to empower our artists through access to skills based and professional development classes in the performing arts, so they may grow in their craft, their careers, and their community. All classes are FREE for EPIC company members and range in topics from performing arts, design, and professional development. EPIC classes are designed and led according to our “BE EPIC” method for adaptive, inclusive and individualized instruction. Each class features a lead/co teaching artist, a class supervisor and at least two EPIC Mentors, who serve as friends and coaches to provide individualized support as needed. EPIC offers a hybrid roster of in-person and virtual classes.
Fall 2024 Class Descriptions & Dates - EPIC Plays (in-person and virtual)
- Exploring a different skill each month, including: Improv. Sketch Comedy, Dance, Voice and movement, Shakespeare, Film
- Playwriting
- Stand-up and Storytelling (bi-monthly workshop)
- To support audition prep for the EPIC Underground
- Stage Combat: Hand to Hand!
- To end in a presentation for the NYC fight community and certification)
- Songwriting (virtual)
- To end in an original songs showcase at Theatre Row
- Audition Prep Essential (virtual)
- To end in a presentation at theatre row
- Children's Theatre Workshops (monthly workshop)
- Learn about and create a children's theater piece
- Musical Master Class (virtual)
- Monthly with Broadway Guests and led by Broadway’s Stephanie Torns
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11) US OPEN AND ESPN PARTNER WITH ALICIA KEYS’ “HELL’S KITCHEN”
TO CREATE UNIQUE MUSIC COLLABORATION FOR THE 2024 US OPEN
Integration to Feature Music from the 13-Time Tony-Nominated
Broadway Musical, on Broadcast and Throughout the Tournament
The USTA and ESPN today announced a multi-layered collaboration with Alicia Keys’ Broadway Musical Hell’s Kitchen, that will see the music of this show cascade across channels and platforms over the three weeks of the US Open.
Key among this collaboration will be the utilization of a custom remix of the song, “Kaleidoscope,” from Keys’ 13-time Tony-nominated musical, created for this year’s event. This remix will be featured in the US Open Manifesto Video, produced by longtime production partner Boomshot, and debut on Opening Night of the Main Draw, August 26. It will also be seen on broadcast, both on ESPN in the U.S. and in more than 200 countries across the globe, and in Arthur Ashe Stadium and the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center throughout the course of the two weeks of the Main Draw, through September 8. The Manifesto Video is narrated by the 2024 Tony Award winner for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role in Hell’s Kitchen, Kecia Lewis. In addition, two-time Tony nominee and GRAMMY-nominated actress Shoshana Bean, who also stars in Hell’s Kitchen, will perform the National Anthem on Opening night.
In addition to the manifesto video, ESPN will leverage the custom Kaleidoscope remix and footage from the USTA shoot featuring bucket drummers shot throughout New York City and on court in Arthur Ashe Stadium for their promotional campaign to drive tune-in of the 2024 US Open. ESPN Marketing is also using featured VO from Hell’s Kitchen actress Tony Award winner Kecia Lewis in the campaign.
Partnering with Hell’s Kitchen falls directly in line with both the 2024 US Open’s marketing campaign, “Spectacular Awaits” and theme, “Celebrating the Power of Tennis.” The USTA has made a concerted effort to reach new and different audiences with the goal of growing interest and increasing accessibility to the sport, which provides unparalleled health and wellness benefits.
The ESPN Marketing promotional campaign will launch on August 20 and will run across all linear, digital, social platforms through the 2024 US Open. The Kaleidoscope track will be integrated into ESPN Production through the tournament as well.
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