June 11, 2021: What TheaterMakers Are Talking About This Week
Here’s what TheaterMakers were talking about this week . . .
1 – Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ Will Return to Broadway Next Season
A ‘contemporary celebration’ of Bob Fosse’s legacy is heading back to Broadway in the 2022-23 season. The show, which features a unique mix of songs (including Neil Diamond), will begin performances following a to-be-announced out of town engagement.
Read more: www.playbill.com
2 – Musicians United for Social Equity Announces Two Mentorship Opportunities
Musicians United for Social Equity has announced two new mentorship programs for early to mid–career theatre musicians of color, aimed at achieving racial equity off stage on Broadway and beyond. Mentors include multiple Tony and Grammy winners that will give emerging professionals personalized programming opportunities. Applications for both programs are open now through the end of June.
Read more: www.playbill.com
3 – The Broadway League Announces Inaugural Juneteenth Event
The Broadway League is hosting the first ever Juneteenth celebration event, featuring several Broadway fan favorites. The free outdoor event aims to support and celebrate Black artists in the Broadway community and beyond.
Read more: www.playbill.com
4 – NYC is Planning a Central Park “Mega-Concert” with Producer Clive Davis
New York’s Mayor Bill de Blasio is teaming up with legendary music producer Clive Davis to open NYC back up in style. The ‘mega-concert’ will take place on Central Park’s iconic Great Lawn this August with details to follow.
Read more: www.Variety.com
5 – New York’s Beloved Drama Book Shop Reopens at New Location
The beloved NYC Drama Book Shop is finally reopening its doors at its new location. Shoppers new and returning can make reservations to visit now.
Read more: www.nytimes.com
Fun on a Friday:
Jimmy Fallon and Lin-Manuel Miranda sing of excitement for Broadway’s reopening in this star-studded clip.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx8RKOSLIyI
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