Broadway to reopen Sept. 14, Cuomo says
Broadway shows will reopen Sept. 14, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday.
In a press conference, Cuomo said Broadway tickets would be put on sale starting...
‘Wicked’ tour announces return date as first touring production to resume
“Wicked” is resuming its national tour this summer, marking the first Broadway tour to resume performances following the theatrical shutdown, according to Broadway Across...
After Cuomo announcement, Broadway holds fast to fall reopening
The Broadway League reiterated a commitment to a fall reopening, following Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s declaration that he will loosen restrictions on May 19.
On Monday,...
New York to lift capacity restrictions starting May 19, including on Broadway
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that all capacity restrictions will be removed on businesses, including Broadway, starting May 19.
The reopening plan, which applies...
Momentum builds behind Broadway’s reopening
As the industry awaits an official reopening announcement, theatrical offices have been working to ready Broadway productions.
The pace has picked up at marketing agencies,...
Adrienne Warren, theater activists demand greater racial equity on Broadway
Hundreds of artists, students and activists gathered outside Bryant Park Saturday to demand racial equity on Broadway and within the theater industry at large.
This...
Broadway prepares for fall reopening
Broadway is gearing up for reopening as the targeted return date moves into view.
Following bullish statements from government officials and improving health trends, Broadway...
Broadway League optimistic for September reopening of Broadway
The Broadway League said it is continuing to target a September reopening of the Broadway industry, following remarks from Mayor Bill de Blasio Thursday.
"The...
De Blasio plans to ‘fully reopen’ NYC in July, but signals September for Broadway
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio declared Thursday that the city will be ready to fully reopen July 1.
Speaking on MSNBC, de Blasio...
Scott Rudin no longer involved in NY PopsUp, festival says
Producer Scott Rudin is no longer involved in the "day-to-day" operations of NY PopsUp, a spokesperson for the festival confirmed Friday.
Rudin, who is currently...
Theater workers march to demand change on Broadway
A group of about 300 actors and activists marched down Broadway Thursday to protest producer Scott Rudin and to call for greater protection and...
Actors plan march on Broadway to protest Rudin, industry inequality
A group of theater activists are planning a march Thursday to protest producer Scott Rudin's membership in the Broadway League and to call for...
Actors’ Equity calls for Rudin’s staff to be released from any NDAs
Actors’ Equity called on producer Scott Rudin to release his employees from any nondisclosure agreements they may have signed.
Equity made the statement Saturday, in...
Scott Rudin to ‘step back’ from Broadway after allegations of workplace harassment
Producer Scott Rudin said Saturday that he will “step back from active participation” in his Broadway productions.
The statement comes after an article from the...
Application process for Shuttered Venue Operators Grants will not restart this week
The application process for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grants will not reopen by this weekend, a spokesperson for the Small Business Administration told Broadway...
Karen Olivo says she will not return to Broadway’s ‘Moulin Rouge!’ in wake of...
Actor Karen Olivo, who is currently Tony-nominated for playing Satine in 'Moulin Rouge!', said she will not be returning to the production when it...
Lin-Manuel Miranda, de Blasio open Broadway vaccination site in Times Square
A vaccination center for Broadway workers opened Monday in Times Square.
The center, located at 20 Times Square in the former home of the NFL...
At NY PopsUp, Amber Iman speaks up on Scott Rudin allegations, Broadway’s reopening
Performing at a NY PopsUp event Saturday, actor Amber Iman addressed the controversy surrounding one of the program's producers, Scott Rudin, as well as...
SBA suspends start of Shuttered Venue Grant program due to technical difficulties
Hours after applications opened Thursday, the Small Business Administration temporarily halted the start of the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program.
The portal to apply for...
SBA opens Shuttered Venue grant program
The Small Business Administration will open applications Thursday for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program, which could bring up to $10 million to eligible...
Actors’ Equity releases new safety protocols for vaccinated productions
Actors' Equity released new guidelines Friday for productions that have fully vaccinated workforces.
Among the new guidelines is the requirement for a COVID-19 safety officer,...
‘Diana’ musical sets date for Broadway return, Netflix premiere
The "Diana" musical put tickets on sale Tuesday for an anticipated Broadway run starting Dec. 1.
The new musical has set an opening night date...
All New Yorkers eligible for COVID-19 vaccine starting April 6, Cuomo says
All New Yorkers who are 16 years old and older will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine starting April 6, Gov. Cuomo announced...
New York City Comptroller calls for vaccination of theater workers
New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer has joined the calls to expand vaccine eligibility to members of the theater industry.
In a letter sent...
NYC Mayor de Blasio announces vaccination site for Broadway workers, plans for fall reopening
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced plans Thursday to open a dedicated vaccination site for Broadway workers in preparation for a fall...
Fauci says Broadway reopening this fall still likely
Dr. Anthony Fauci reiterated his prediction Tuesday that Broadway theaters could reopen this fall.
In opening remarks for a virtual panel with the National Endowment...
Actors’ Equity responds to petition on theater reopenings
Actors’ Equity has pledged to host a town hall in response to union members calling for clarity on reopening protocols.
In a Medium post published...
Shakespeare in the Park to return this summer
The Public's Shakespeare in the Park is planning to return to the Delacorte Theater this summer.
The planned season will begin July 5 with a...
What it will take to reopen Broadway
One year into the Broadway shutdown, producers are beginning to see glimmers of hope for its return.
With the arrival of new vaccines and an...
Broadway theaters to open doors in April for pop-up events
Select Broadway theaters will open up again this April for a series of pop-up programs.
The theaters will open up starting April 2, 2021, following...
Madison Square Garden reopens to fans this week
Madison Square Garden will begin welcoming fans back this week, as its sports teams play to an arena at 10% capacity.
The New York Knicks...
SBA updates guidance and eligibility for Save Our Stages grants
The Small Business Administration has changed its guidance on who is eligible to apply for Save Our Stages grants.
After initially stating that only small...
‘MJ’ aims for September 2021 start on Broadway
"MJ," the Michael Jackson musical, has moved its first preview date to September 2021.
The musical, produced by Lia Vollack Productions and the Michael Jackson...
‘The Music Man’ postpones Broadway opening to 2022
"The Music Man" has postponed its opening until Feb. 10, 2022.
This is the second postponement of the revival, starring Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster,...
Gov. Cuomo says no update on Broadway reopening as indoor dining is cleared
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that indoor dining will be able to resume in New York City beginning Sept. 30.
Restaurants will be allowed to...
