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Call for Papers: Studies in Musical Theatre 📣 Rolling deadline, general call. Studies in Musical Theatre provides a forum to debate a wide range of texts that articulate the musical together with the theatrical. This peer-reviewed journal brings together a variety of critical approaches to contribute to the discussion surrounding live performance, the development and form of musical theatre and its value as a cultural product in theory and practice. Here, you will find a wealth of writing encompassing everything from opera to film musical to pop video. We welcome discussions on any theme relating to musical theatre in its widest sense, from the musicological to the postdramatic and from the textual to the performative. Articles should be between 5,000–10,000 words and should include original work of a research or developmental nature. #CallforPapers #CFP #MusicalTheatre #PerformingArts View the full call here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecr8nPj8

If you're attending one of our performances of 'Shrek the Musical' this week, here's everything you need to know... Check out my blog post https://wix.to/katCnIK

In the enchanting world of theater, where fiction often mirrors reality, the love story of Rob McClure and Maggie Lakis takes center stage. As a real-life couple, they have embarked on a unique journey, portraying the ups and downs of marriage in the "Mrs. Doubtfire" musical. In this article, we'll explore their remarkable bond, their roles in the musical, and the revival of "Mrs. Doubtfire.

This is a massive win for Broadway. This is the first new musical to recoup since the pandemic that wasn't around before the pandemic . . . which means I don't think it got "save our stages" $ to restart. So, how did & Juliet do it? From the outside, I see three reasons. 1) It's not just a great show, it's a great FUN show, which is what audiences want to see. 2) They get a family audience, so the average order is probably closer to 3 than 2. Sure, fun date night, but the teens love it, too. 3) The music. Duh. OH and a bonus . . . which may be the most important. 4) It had a $17mm capitalization. In the sea of capitalizations over $20mm, they kept theirs down. The degree of difficulty for recouping a Broadway show is higher than ever. Super props to the great producing by #MaxMartin, #TimHeadington, #TheresaSteelePage, #JennyPetersson, Martin Dodd, and Eva Price. Let's hope this starts a trend! https://lnkd.in/eSXvfd-2

The next TRU Community Gathering on Zoom: DO ALL THESE MUSICALS BELONG ON BROADWAY? Friday 6/28/24, at 5:00pm ET In the room: FRANKIE DAILY, new works director of NAMT (National Association for Musical Theater); and PETER FILICHIA, former New York-based theater critic for The Star-Ledger, writer and historian of the American musical theater. In 2023-24 season 15 new musicals opened on Broadway, the highest number since the 2016-17 season. Assumptions about what constitutes a Broadway musical have changed over the decades and the financial challenges of off-Broadway have lured some smaller shows into the commercial spotlight. Nevertheless, some musicals have found a level of success without the Broadway stamp of approval. Are there realistic criteria for success other than being a Broadway blockbuster? To make a reservation for this free event, go to the link: https://lnkd.in/e3pBWZN2

Have you seen the musical "42 Balloons" ? I went to the theatre last Friday to see the musical "42 Balloons," based on a true story from 1982. The production was not only moving but also delivered a powerful message about the pursuit of goals.   The story centres on a protagonist driven to achieve a daunting objective. Having achieved his goal, and with no other purpose than achievement he is left with the task of paying off a great loan, through interviews telling his tale. The essence lies in understanding why we chase these dreams; is it for personal fulfilment, benefiting loved ones, or impacting our community.   Without a clear purpose, achieving a goal might leave us feeling empty. The musical prompts a reflection on our motivations and the deeper implications of our ambitions.   Leaving the theatre, I found myself reassessing my own goals and their underlying reasons. "42 Balloons" is an excellent blend of entertainment and existential inquiry, ideal for those who seek thought-provoking content. What theatre shows have you seen which have inspired you? #inspiring #motivational #entertaining #personalgrowth

Remember MoviePass? The program that allowed you to see UNLIMITED movies in theaters for free, all for a low monthly fee. In NYC back then, you could see any movie any time for as many times as you wanted . . . for only $35/month. Naturally, I couldn't help but wonder how we could implement this for Broadway, Off Broadway, regional theatre, etc. And I actually introduced The AltarCard on my Off Broadway show #AltarBoyz which allowed super fans to see the show as many times as they wanted in on month for $199. It was like the Unlimited MetroCard for the show! 🙂 To be honest, like MoviePass . . . it was the biggest marketing success - but for a few of our diehards, it was exactly what they wanted. And hey - we tried it. Because when it comes to marketing (and anything), I often ask myself . . . What's the worst that could happen? And then ask yourself: what's the BEST thing that could happen? And if the BEST outweights the worst (which it usually does), you GO FOR IT. Which show would you see over and over again if Broadway had a BroadwayPass? (Like these marketing posts? Look for one every other Monday. #MarketingMonday) https://lnkd.in/euUSZWsK

What's your favourite musical? Is it The Devil Wears Prada, Mamma Mia! or is it Wicked? Whatever it is, you might book a short term rental in London and end up here. One more coat of paint throughout this apartment and we'll share some more pics. Watch this space. #interiordesign #bathroomdesign #londontheatre #holidaylets #btl #propertydevelopment #azulejos #propertyinvestments

As you may know by now, I've been nominated for a "Best Performer in a Cabaret” Broadway World Award for my RetroSexual show! If you have voted , THANK YOU, THANK, YOU, THANK YOU! I’m currently in second place - only two percentage points behind the leader. So, if you have not yet voted, or have had trouble getting your vote to register (with a FINISH notification), take heart! The website is confusing and can be a bit glitchy. That’s because the voting is enthusiastic and there are plenty of ads to navigate. Please try one more time. I could really use your vote to put me in the lead!  And please consider forwarding to a few friends and asking them to support this campaign! I’ve included a few helpful hints in this set of instructions: HERE’S HOW TO VOTE 1. Click this link: THE SITE WORKS BEST FROM COMPUTER RATHER THAN PHONE! https://lnkd.in/gpNNff4D 2. Scroll past any GREEN PROCEED buttons. These are ads. Then, put in your email address and create a password in order to VOTE 3. Scroll to the bottom. You will click and get to the first category. Scroll to the bottom of that page. Click the BLACK (or RED)  CONTINUE BUTTON.    ***do not click on any GREEN Continue button, that's an ad on the website. You will never be asked for a credit card on the legitimate site) 4. Scroll to bottom of that next page to advance through the categories. Click BLACK (or RED) CONTINUE BUTTON 5. Do the above step about 8-10 times! Yes, the Cabaret category is buried at the back! If the page gets stuck, refresh/reload from your browser. It can happen often. 6. Finally, the Best Performance in a Cabaret Category. PLEASE VOTE FOR ME! 7. Continue scrolling through the next few pages until you get to the page where you will complete your contact info. 8. You can sign up for the newsletter if you like or not. 9. Click FINISH to register your vote. IMPORTANT: You must click FINISH in order to register your vote! But wait! You haven’t seen “RetroSexual” yet? Sizzle: https://lnkd.in/gp99TrwX David LaDuca, veteran of Broadway, film and television, breathes new life into The Great American Songbook in this multimedia musical and visual presentation, “RetroSexual.” He soulfully sings time-honored classics of a simpler time, when we thought about being waxed not vaxed! Supported by dazzling, danceable big band musical arrangements, retro-inspired projected backgrounds, and hilarious spoof commercial breaks peppered throughout. Feel free to get up and dance the night away! Waxed | Vaxxed | Relaxed ********** “David LaDuca is a one man Vegas show: he’s equal parts Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis. He can make you roar with laughter one minute and feel nostalgic the next. Don’t miss this special evening chock full of great songs, laughs, and feels! LaDuca is the ultimate charmer!”  - Car Takes With Deborah and Joel, YouTube ********** Thank you for your support of live arts. 

The first three paragraphs of the article are spot on.