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Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) is a national charity that fuels the future of American theater by supporting the writers who create it. DGF fosters playwrights, composers, lyricists, and bookwriters at all stages of their careers. We sponsors educational programs; provides awards, grants, and stipends; offers free space to create new works; and gives emergency aid to writers in need. By supporting and nurturing the creators of today, we protect the stories of tomorrow.

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Jeannette Bayardelle, Fred Inkley & More to Star in METRA Concert Reading


Jeannette Bayardelle and Fred Inkley will star in METRA, a climate justice rock musical concert reading. Learn where and when you can see the production!

The Dramatists Guild Foundation Reveals The Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program as The Lucille Lortel Foundation Indigenous Theatermaker Award Recipient


The Dramatists Guild Foundation has announced the Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program (YIPAP) as this year's recipient of The Lucille Lortel Foundation Indigenous Theatermaker Award for their work to showcase the importance of Indigenous storytelling and help develop a space for Native performers and theater artists at all levels in their careers.

New Opera DIE GRÖSSTE FUGE To Have U.S. Premiere At Roulette Intermedium


On Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 8 pm, composer Elliott Sharp will present the US Premiere in English of Die Grösste Fuge (The Greatest Fugue), A Time Travel Opera at Roulette Intermedium in Brooklyn. 

Signature Theatre Names Julián Mesri As Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident


Signature Theatre has named Julián Mesri as the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident.

Find Out Who's Receiving 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre and Special Tony Awards


The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.

METRA: A CLIMATE REVOLUTION WITH SONGS Will Receive Concert Performances


New climate justice musical, Metra: A Climate Revolution with Songs will receive two concert reading performances on May 22 and 23 at Judson Memorial Church.

World Premiere Plays & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season


Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

This Week's Classifieds- Jobs in Marketing, Development and More


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/21/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

This Week's Classifieds- Jobs in House Management, Tour Management, and More


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/14/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

This Week's New Classifieds- Jobs in Hair & Makeup, Finance and More


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/7/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Do 'Influencers' Bring in An Audience?


As theatre marketers continue to try and find new ways to market their shows - and in a very crowded Broadway season new ways to break through the noise - there is a strong trend to chase the next shiny thing. One of those elements of marketing that is newer to the marketplace is the use of influencers.

Dramatists Guild Foundation to Present Work by 2022-23 Class of Musical Theater Writing Fellows


The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2022-2023 Class of Musical Theater Writing Fellows on Monday, March 25, at Playwrights Horizons. Learn more about the Fellows here!

This Week's New Classifieds- Jobs in Sound, Stage Management, Carpentry and More


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/15/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

This Week's New Classifieds- Jobs in Stage Management, Finance, and More


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/8/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Dramatists Guild Foundation Announces National Fellows Class


Dramatists Guild Foundation announces the National Fellows Class with Christine Toy Johnson and Bernardo Cubría as Chairs.

Photos: See Vanessa Williams, Bernadette Peters & More at DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES Opening Night


See photos of VIP guests at opening night of Days of Wine and Roses!

Christine Toy Johnson's Solo Show Will Benefit The Dramatists Guild Foundation And Entertainment Community Fund


Moongate Productions presents a performance of A LITTLE MORE BLUE, written and performed by award-winning writer/actor/advocate for inclusion Christine Toy Johnson on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 3 pm at the Tateuchi Democracy Forum at the Japanese American National Museum.

Dramatists Guild Foundation Announces Recipients of the Catalyst Fellowship


Dramatists Guild Foundation announces the recipients of the Catalyst Fellowship in a new announcement.

Christy Altomare, Liz Callaway & More to Take Part in CCM Concert Honoring Stephen Flaherty at Carnegie Hall


Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning Broadway composer, writing partner to book writer/lyricist Lynn Ahrens, will receive a multimedia, multi-ensemble, all-star tribute entitled “The University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music Honors Alumnus: STEPHEN FLAHERTY AT CARNEGIE HALL!

The Sledgehammer Series Releases New Play Anthologies Featuring Work By Sharon Bridgforth And Migdalia Cruz


The Sledgehammer Series releases new play anthologies featuring work by Yale Windham Campbell Prize’s Sharon Bridgforth and Helen Merrill Award-winning Migdalia Cruz.

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