Theater is More Than Broadway It Encompasses Performing Arts
As someone who knows minimal details about theater and what goes on in that world, Broadway and theater have become synonymous, to the point where I was surprised to learn that there are different theaters in New York besides Broadway. Not only are there different theaters, but they host more shows other than just musicals […]
Just Give the Job to Lin-Manuel Miranda at this Point
“In The Heights,” “Encanto,” “Moana,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Hamilton,” “Mary Poppins Returns,” and “Tick, Tick…Boom!” Shall I keep going? These are all movies and musicals where Lin-Manuel Miranda has worked his magic. Everything Miranda has worked on has been a major hit. In 2002, Miranda and John Buffalo Mailer worked with director Thomas Kail to […]
Popularity Doesn’t Equal Talent: Influencers are Equating Money with Skill
It’s a pattern that once an influencer reaches enough fame, they break into creative endeavors like the music industry, Hollywood, Broadway and more. With these industries being so exclusive and hard to break into, it makes sense that once someone has access to money, they pursue their passion. But what these influencers don’t realize is […]
Theater Ticket Prices are Causing its Slow Demise
Unsurprisingly, theater has taken a downturn within the United States in the past few years. While the COVID-19 pandemic certainly was a significant cause of the drop in audience attendance, theaters have since struggled to bring back their numbers to pre-pandemic numbers. One consistent reason for this can be linked back to ticket pricing. According […]
Betty Gilpen Opens Up About Role in ‘Oh, Mary!’
Following the news that playwright Cole Escola, who penned the latest Broadway hit, Oh, Mary!, will be stepping down from the lead role as Mary Todd Lincoln, Emmy-nominated actor Betty Gilpen announced she will be filling the shoes for a limited run as the leading lady. Gilpen will debut as Mary Todd on January 21, […]
