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Watch Now: David Byrne’s American Utopia Official Trailer

Source: BroadwayDirect.com | Posted: September 22 2020 @ 3:06 pm

David Byrne’s American Utopia brings the critically acclaimed Broadway show to HBO in a one-of-a-kind film directed by Oscar and Emmy-winner Spike Lee. Recorded during its run at Broadway’s Hudson Theatre in New York City, David Byrne is joined by an ensemble of 11 musicians, singers, and dancers from around the globe, inviting audiences into a joyous dreamworld where human connection, self-evolution, and social justice are paramount. Stream David Byrne's American Utopia Saturday, October 17 on HBO Max.

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What To Do (Without Broadway!): A Day-to-Day Schedule

Source: Broadway.com | Posted: September 22 2020 @ 2:45 pm

Even with Broadway on hold, there's plenty to do. Trust the Broadway.com editors to get you in on the best online events, theater-centric films, TV shows and more!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Broadway Buskers @ 7PM ET
Times Square’s annual concert series celebrating the singer-songwriters of the theater community moves to a virtual format. Eisa Davis, Will Van Dyke, Tidtaya Sinutoke and Isabella Dawis are set to perform. Donations can be made to BC/EFA's COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Fund or to the Broadway Advocacy Coalition.
Watch Online

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Belfast Blues @ 7PM ET
The Irish Rep kicks off its digital season with Geraldine Hughes performing her autobiographical solo play, which was filmed at the Lyric Theatre in Belfast, Ireland.
Watch Online

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
What the Hell Is A Republic Anyway? Begins @ 7PM ET
As part of New York Theatre Workshop's Artistic Instigator project series, Tony winner Denis O'Hare and Lisa Peterson dive deep into this history of the Roman Republic and expose their own process, demonstrating the difficulties around collaboration.
Tickets $10

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Mamas Talkin' Loud Season Two Premiere
Six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald kicks off season two of this podcast hosted by Broadway moms Cara …

Broadway.com #LiveatFive: Home Edition with Corey Cott

Source: Broadway.com | Posted: September 22 2020 @ 1:31 pm

Broadway favorite Corey Cott stops by #LiveatFive to chat about his new television show, Filthy Rich, and more! 

The Shows Must Go On to Return with Stream of Fame The Musical

Source: BroadwayDirect.com | Posted: September 22 2020 @ 10:55 am

After a summer hiatus, The Shows Must Go On, the YouTube channel started by Andrew Lloyd Webber to premiere exclusive free recordings of Lloyd Webber musicals and NBC’s live musicals, will return on September 25 with Fame The Musical. The performance will be available to watch at 2 PM ET and will remain online for…

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Playing The Lead In America’s First Musical Staged Since COVID (Nah, No Pressure)

Source: ArtsJournal.com | Posted: September 22 2020 @ 10:03 am

Nicholas Edwards, who took the role of Jesus in the Berkshire Theater Group’s socially distanced staging of Godspell this past summer: “Every day you feel like the whole world is watching you. … Usually the stage is a safe place where we feel most at home and normal, but it became a place where I […]