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1,144 stories from The New York Observer

BIPOC Theater-Makers Call for a Fundamental Restructuring of Broadway When It Reopens by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

A coalition calling themselves We See You, White American Theater has authored an in-depth report on the steps Broadway must take to be a safer and more equitable place for BIPOC artists.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:30am on July 15, 2020[SHARE]

With a Zoom Meeting, a Magician and a Mystery Box, the Geffen Brings Back Live Theater by David Cote

Voila: live theater thriving online.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:00am on July 14, 2020[SHARE]

UK Pledges $2 Billion to Protect the Arts; US Culture Workers Are Calling for the Same by Jordyn Paul-slater, Jordyn Paul-slater

In the US, financial losses to cultural organizations are estimated at $6.7 billion dollars. The US government has yet to secure funding for the arts sector.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:27pm on July 8, 2020[SHARE]

Moving Tributes to Nick Cordero Shared by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Stiller and Viola Davis by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Broadway star Nick Cordero, who passed away after spending months in the hospital battling coronavirus, was remembered by friends Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Stiller and Josh Gad.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:57am on July 6, 2020[SHARE]

'Hamilton' Review: Did the Hit Musical Throw Away Its Shot on Disney+? by David Cote

Despite the insane popularity of the brand, delivering an equally great small-screen 'Hamilton' was never a slam dunk.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 8:00am on July 2, 2020[SHARE]

'Tartuffe' Livestream: Molière's Satire of Religious Hypocrisy Hasn't Aged by David Cote

Fake piety and the stupidity of the rich prove to be as resonant topics now as they where when Molière wrote 'Tartuffe' in 1664.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 1:22pm on June 30, 2020[SHARE]

All Broadway Performances Through the End of 2020 Have Been Canceled by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

The Broadway League made the announcement on Monday through a press release.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:05pm on June 29, 2020[SHARE]

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Black Lives Matter Leaders Are Working on the Future of 'Hamilton' by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

In a new interview, 'Hamilton' scribe Lin-Manuel Miranda expressed his desire to strengthen his efforts to support the Black community.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:47pm on June 22, 2020[SHARE]

The Inaugural Antonyo Awards Honor the Best of Black Theater by David Cote

Audra McDonald, Tituss Burgess and LaChanze are among the celebrity presenters slated to appear at the Antonyo Awards, which kicks off its first edition via a livestream.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:00am on June 17, 2020[SHARE]

Claire Foy and Matt Smith Rework 'Lungs' for a Livestream With the Old Vic by Billy McEntee, Billy McEntee

Six feet of distance between them won't do anything to dampen Foy and Smith's chemistry.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 7:00am on June 5, 2020[SHARE]

London's National Theatre Captures the Dramedy of British Politics in 'This House' by David Cote

'This House,' now streaming via the National Theatre, chronicles the triumphs and failures of the Labor party's time in power from 1974 to 1977, as they struggled to keep the soon-to-be That…

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:16pm on May 29, 2020[SHARE]

Even When Broadway Reopens, New Yorkers Say Distrust of Others Will Keep Them Away by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

A new poll indicates that out of everything theater-goers are wary of, it's distrust of their fellow patrons that will keep Broadway lovers away.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 3:57pm on May 26, 2020[SHARE]

What's Ahead for Off-Off Broadway: The Most Vulnerable but Vital Spaces for Theater? by David Cote

The loss of incubators for emerging stage talent will be devastating if Off-Off Broadway venues can't be saved.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 8:00am on May 25, 2020[SHARE]

National Memorial Day Concert to Feature Renée Fleming, Cynthia Erivo and More by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Sam Elliott, Joe Mantegna and other Broadway, Hollywood, and classical music mainstays will also make appearances.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:52pm on May 22, 2020[SHARE]

Simon McBurney's 'The Encounter' Is a Wild Head Trip by David Cote

In this dazzling one-person show, Simon McBurney tells a series of nested stories about a wild ride into the depths of the Amazon.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:09pm on May 21, 2020[SHARE]

'Frozen' Isn't the Only Broadway Show Permanently Canceled Due to COVID-19 by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Among the casualties is a (perhaps questionable) bio-musical about Michael Jackson, which won't appear until spring 2021, if at all.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:32am on May 15, 2020[SHARE]

With 'Molly Sweeney,' the Irish Rep Adapts a Stagy Spectacle for Laptop Viewing by David Cote

When the text is as good as in Brian Friel's 'Molly Sweeney,' even actors emoting at their computer screens with blank backdrops can be engaging viewing.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 2:34pm on May 13, 2020[SHARE]

Broadway Actor Nick Cordero Emerges From Month-Long Coma Due to COVID-19 by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Cordero was first hospitalized in March, and his right leg had to be amputated due to complications associated with COVID-19.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:34am on May 13, 2020[SHARE]

Cabaret Won't Quit: Your New Favorite Club Lives Online by Susan Johnston Taylor, Susan Johnston Taylor

Mikey Abrams originally started the Facebook group to keep his friends entertained while social distancing. The community has gained tens of thousands of cabaret lovers in weeks.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 8:00am on May 11, 2020[SHARE]

Theater Prevails Online in Richard Nelson's 'What Do We Need to Talk About?' by David Cote

Playwright Richard Nelson shows how a thoughtful script and superb actors can make for an hour of online drama that is touching, funny, and deeply satisfying in 'What Do We Need to Talk Abou…

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 3:24pm on April 30, 2020[SHARE]

Meryl Streep Stole the Show During Sondheim's 90th Birthday Celebration Livestream by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Although saturated with ennui, the livestream was certainly still entertaining.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 1:16pm on April 27, 2020[SHARE]

Could Social Isolation Bring Back the Drive-In Theater? by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

But instead of just cinema, these new drive-ins are also hosting live theater, church services, and everything in between.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 9:00am on April 18, 2020[SHARE]

Marina Abramović's 'Dangerous' Work Has Given Her an Interesting Perspective on Coronavirus by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Marina Abramović's commitment to high-stakes performance art has made her practically impervious to danger, she told the 'New York Times.'

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:55am on April 9, 2020[SHARE]

'The Siblings Play,' 'Gloria' and 'Toni Stone': The Best New Theater to Watch Online by David Cote

Get comfortable, turn off the lights, use headphones and give the screen the same attention you would 'the real thing.'

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:37am on March 27, 2020[SHARE]

'Hamilton' Musical Asks Fans to Audition for One-Night-Only Online Show by Helen Holmes, Helen Holmes

Organizers behind 'Hamilton' announced that the show will go on...in a way. Fans are being encouraged to virtually audition for a special video the production will release on Saturday night.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:30pm on March 26, 2020[SHARE]
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