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This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 5/12/2022
by - May 12, 2022


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/12/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Jeremy O. Harris Announced as Next Presiding Playwright for 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2022


The 2023 Yale Drama Series Prize has chosen Jeremy O. Harris, the Yale alum and Tony-nominated author of Slave Play, as the presiding playwright for its landmark 15th anniversary year. As his first order of business, Harris is assembling an international group of readers to help evaluate submissions as part of a larger effort to infuse the process with a more global point-of-view.

New Works by Keenan Scott II, Anna Deavere Smith & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022


New York Stage and Film, will return July 9-August 7 for five weeks of in-person programming in Poughkeepsie for their 2022 Summer Season. 

FAT HAM Wins 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama
by Team BWW - May 9, 2022


The Pulitzer Prize Board has just announced that Fat Ham has won the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Other finalists included: Selling Kabul, and Kristina Wong, Sweatshop Overlord.

VIDEO: Who Will Win the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama? Live at 3pm!
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2022


The Pulitzer Prize Board today will present the 2022 award winners for Prizes in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music. Who will win this year? Tune in right here at 3pm to watch the announcement live!

New York Stage and Film Announces Summer Season Featuring Josh Radnor, Lily Houghton, Anna Deavere Smith, and More
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2022


New York Stage and Film returns July 9-August 7 for five weeks of in-person programming in Poughkeepsie for their 2022 Summer Season.  For 38 years, NYSAF has operated as a vital incubator for artists and their work, a catalyst for stories that continue across the country and around the world.  All tickets are $25 and go on sale June 1.

Now Hiring: Lead Scenic Designer, Sound Engineer, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by - May 5, 2022


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/5/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

American Stage Announces 2022-2023 Season
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 9, 2022


American Stage has announced their 2022-2023 season, which will mark the not-for-profit theatre’s 45th anniversary. The upcoming year will be centered on the theme “This is America, This is American Stage.” In celebration of their 45th anniversary, single tickets for all Mainstage performances will be just $45.

BWW Review: THE INVISIBLE HAND at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Elizabeth James - Apr 7, 2022


THE INVISIBLE HAND by Ayad Akhtar is now playing at Gulfshore Playhouse. The story follows an American investment banker who is being held for ransom by a militant group in Pakistan and his attempt to try and find a way to get them the money and get out. 

Vagabond Players Presents DISGRACED By Ayad Akhtar
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2022


Vagabond Players continues its 106th season with the explosive Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, Disgraced by Ayad Akhtar.

JAR OF FAT by Seayoung Yim Announced as Winner of 2022 Yale Drama Series Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2022


The 2022 Yale Drama Series Prize, one of the theater world’s most prestigious playwriting prizes, will be awarded to Seayoung Yim for her play Jar of Fat.

Cast and Crew Announced For THE INVISIBLE HAND At Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022


Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples' premier professional theater and nationally recognized LORT theater member, will present the suspenseful and provocative political thriller, “The Invisible Hand.” Written by Pulitzer-prize winning playwright Ayad Akhtar and directed by Kristen Coury, this show will run March 26 through April 16, 2022 with previews on March 24 and 25. 

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 3/10/2022
by - Mar 10, 2022


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/10/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Now Hiring: House Manager, Audio Technician, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by - Mar 3, 2022


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/3/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Inaugural Short List Announced for 2022 Yale Drama Series Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2022


The 2022 Yale Drama Series Prize, one of the theatre world’s most prestigious playwriting prizes, announced today the eight plays chosen for its first-ever Short List.

MTC Announces Lineup for 2022 Ted Snowdon Reading Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2022


Manhattan Theatre Club announced the lineup for the 2022 Ted Snowdon Reading Series. The readings kick off Monday, March 14 and will be held on Mondays through March 28. The readings will take place at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street). All readings are free and open to the public, but space is limited and RSVPs are required.

Seth Meyers to Host PEN America Literary Awards Honoring Elaine May & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022


PEN America today announced writer and Emmy Award-winning late night host Seth Meyers, who has uplifted countless authors’ voices—as the host for the organization’s 2022 Literary Awards, which return this year as a momentous in-person event, on February 28 at New York City’s Town Hall (123 W 43rd St).

Now Hiring: Diversity Producing Fellow, Costume Shop Manager, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by Team BWW - Jan 27, 2022


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/27/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Now Hiring: Co-Director, Box Office Auditor, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by - Jan 6, 2022


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 1/6/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Now Hiring: House Manager, Sound Board Operator, and More - BroadwayWorld Classifieds
by - Dec 30, 2021


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/30/2021 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

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