The Best Things In Life Are Free

SoundGirls.org: I just worked my first session as a paid engineer at a historic studio where I’ve been working for free for two years. In honor of that milestone, here are my thoughts on working without monetary compensation.

How Shirley Kurata Built a Surreal Fashion Playground for Keke Palmer in "I Love Boosters"

The Credits: When writer-director Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) approached Oscar-nominated costume designer Shirley Kurata with crime comedy I Love Boosters, it was a no-brainer. Though shot in Atlanta and set in a surreal version of the San Francisco Bay Area, the dynamic collaboration that pops and crackles with bold colors and rich textures is inspired by their California roots.

35th Annual Gene Kelly Awards Announces Winners

www.broadwayworld.com: An enthusiastic sold-out crowd filled the Benedum Center as Pittsburgh CLO celebrated Allegheny County’s finest high school musical theater performers at the 35th Annual Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Broadway’s ‘The Lost Boys’ and Its Flying Vampire Spectacle

The New York Times: The first vampire descends from the shadows, high above the stage, barely visible as he comes in for the kill. Four vampires disappear into a dark void below the stage after dropping, one by one, from a trestle bridge.

High End Systems Zeo Delivers Spectacular Lighting for the DSDS 2026

LightSoundJournal.com: Following appearances at several major live events, including the 2025 Halftime Show, the High End Systems Zeo once again demonstrated its capabilities at a high-profile broadcast production: the grand finale of Deutschland sucht den Superstar (DSDS), Germany’s equivalent of American Idol, on May 9, 2026.

3 positions eliminated from Pittsburgh Playhouse as part of ‘operational restructuring’

triblive.com: Days before layoffs at Pittsburgh Public Theater, three staff positions were eliminated from Point Park University’s Pittsburgh Playhouse, university representatives confirmed Thursday.

How Small Design and Manufacturing Teams Are Moving Faster Than Ever

Fusion Blog: It’s easy for small design and manufacturing teams to feel at a disadvantage compared to larger organizations with dedicated departments and deep resources. But in today’s product development landscape, the opposite is often true. Smaller teams can move faster by embracing agile workflows and avoiding the handoffs and delays that slow larger operations.

ProSlide: Sliding into summer

InPark Magazine: Founded in 1986 by former Canadian Alpine Ski Team member Rick Hunter, Canadian waterpark pioneer ProSlide began designing water slides inspired by the smooth curves and high speeds of downhill ski racing. Nearly four decades later, the company’s offerings span everything from water coasters and speed slides to immersive rafting experiences and family attractions designed for parks of all sizes.

Meet The Secret Weapon Behind The Mask Of The Mandalorian

www.inverse.com: The opening credits of The Mandalorian and Grogu are history-making for a few reasons. Longtime fans might be unsettled to see traditional opening credits at the beginning of a Star Wars movie, but, more than that novelty, the names in those opening credits are a very big deal.

TV composers roundtable: The magic of main titles and end credits

www.goldderby.com: As part of our ongoing series of exclusive conversations with the industry's key (and too often unsung) contributors, Gold Derby gathered the esteemed and award-winning composers from a few of the most musically memorable series this season.

Pittsburgh Public Theater Staff Members Laid Off Amid Merger Preparation

OnStage Blog: Several staff members at Pittsburgh Public Theater were informed this week that their positions had been eliminated as the organization continues preparations for its planned merger with Pittsburgh CLO.

Actors' Equity Association Reveals Results of 2026 Officer and Councilor Election

www.broadwayworld.com: Actors' Equity Association has revealed the results of its 2026 Officer and Councilor Election. In total, 43 positions across all three regions and representing four categories (principal actor, chorus actor, stage manager and at-large) were filled, effective immediately.

Pittsburgh Public Theater employees’ positions eliminated following CLO merger

triblive.com: A separation letter obtained by TribLive news partner WTAE stated the Public faces “ongoing financial constraints” and will forgo its fall season ahead of a forthcoming merger with the Pittsburgh CLO.

Tribeca Festival 2026 preview for theater lovers

New York Theater: The musical “Hadestown” is brought to the screen with the original Broadway cast, followed by a live concert. Broadway songwriters Sara Bareilles and Alicia Keys are each profiled. There’s a documentary about a drag theater company putting on a production of “The Rocky Horror Show” in Wyoming.

14 Community Theaters Featured in Downtown Pittsburgh Showcase

onstagepittsburgh.com: An event titled Pittsburgh Community Theater Showcase seemed like a good time to check out the Dollar Bank Lobby Series at the O’Reilly Theater. The three-day showcase illustrates the possibilities of the series, announced by Pittsburgh Public Theater in February as “intimate performances and community‑centered events designed to bring fresh artistic voices into the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh,”

Pittsburgh Public Theater lays off staff as merger proceeds with Pittsburgh CLO

www.wtae.com: According to staff members with Pittsburgh Public Theater, all staff members have been terminated as of Tuesday. Staff members say they were told Tuesday that their positions have been eliminated and were told to prepare to leave the same day.

20 Schools Inducted Into Disney on Broadway School of Excellence Program

Playbill: Winners have been revealed for the third annual Disney on Broadway School of Excellence program, an initiative from the Educational Theatre Association, Disney Theatrical Group, and Music Theatre International. Winning schools receive a free license to produce a Disney stage musical—such as The Little Mermaid, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, or Newsies—in the 2026-2027 school year.

Broadway Bets Raises Record-Breaking Sum for Broadway Cares at Edison Ballroom

Playbill: Broadway Bets, Broadway’s official game night produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares, was held May 18 at the Edison Ballroom and raised a record-breaking $989,528. A mix of Broadway talent, industry insiders, and theatre enthusiasts joined in the Texas Hold ’em tournament for all levels.

Claypaky Illuminates the Arsenale Water Show

LightSoundJournal.com: At the historic Arsenale of Venice, the vast Darsena Grande was transformed into a spectacular open-air stage for Arsenale Water Show 2026 – The Call of Olympia, one of the highlight events of the Venice Carnival. Blending myth, emotion and cutting-edge technology, the immersive production delivered a powerful visual and sonic experience set against the unique backdrop of the Venetian lagoon.

2026 Chita Rivera Awards winners: ‘Schmigadoon!’ dominates Broadway honors

www.broadwaynews.com: Winners are here for the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards, honoring the best in dance during the 2025-2026 theater and film seasons. This year’s ceremony was held on May 18 at NYU’s Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.

Interview: Dylan Godwin of DEAR ALIEN at ALLEY THEATRE

www.broadwayworld.com: The Alley is now presenting DEAR ALIEN, a show that'll be running through May 31st in the lower Neuhaus space. It is a world premiere by playwright Liz Duffy Adams. BROADWAY WORLD writer Brett Cullum got to sit down with Alley Company member Dylan Godwin and talk about the show, philosophy, and breaking the fourth wall.

What’s Next? Something Revealing!

AMERICAN THEATRE: The end of the year for any school is a whirlwind of end-of-the-year performances, spring musicals, dance shows, and music productions as we march toward graduation. It was only two weeks ago that the curtains closed on my school’s production of In the Heights; a week later, we produced the seniors’ one-person show festival, and this week my students are preparing for the Adrienne Arsht Center’s inaugural high school award showcase, as one student has moved into the next round of the Jimmy’s nominations.

Going to a show in Chicago? Be prepared to hand over your phone till it’s over

WBEZ Chicago: If you want a deep dive into Chicago arts and culture, check your phone at the door: The “unplugged” trend is growing locally among arts groups responding to a collective desire for more phone-free experiences. Organizers say they aim to deepen human connection and offer spaces for creating art.

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Cancels Performances Following Cyber Attack

www.broadwayworld.com: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has alerted patrons that a cyber attack on its computer network may force the rescheduling of some upcoming performances.

DEATH BECOMES HER Is Closing- So What Happened?

www.broadwayworld.com: Death Becomes Her announced today they will be closing on Broadway on June 28 due to poor sales. This announcement comes as a relative surprise; had you asked anyone six months ago, they would have told you Death Becomes Her was more likely than not to have an extended run on Broadway.

'There Is A Genuine Desire Across The Board To Do Things Right': The Successes And Challenges Of Working In DEI At A Games Studio

aftermath.site: My original plan this week was to run a single big feature on DEI at major games companies, interviewing a number of people who work or have worked in the field. But when the first two experts I spoke with provided such thorough and informative responses, I shelved that plan and decided to give each of them the full spotlight, two people who have worked on some of the world's biggest--and as a result, most challenging, in terms of public reaction and awareness--games series.

Radio Riot Brings Big Gig Sound To The UK Pub Circuit With Martin Audio

ProSoundWeb: Radio Riot, a UK-based three-piece pub and function band delivering Britpop and guitar-driven covers spanning five decades, traveling with a dynamic portable sound system assembled by lead signer and guitarist David Preston that’s headed by Martin Audio’s new BlacklineQ Series loudspeakers.

Category 2 vs Category 3 Safety Systems Explained

machinerysafety101.com: When engineers first encounter ISO 13849-1, one of the most common points of confusion is the practical difference between Category 2 and Category 3 architectures. On paper, the distinction can appear subtle. In practice, however, the differences are profound.

2026 Tony analysis, 'Ragtime' and 'Schmigadoon!' out in front

www.goldderby.com: Sam, since we offered our first reactions to the Tony nominations, there has been a lot of activity among the smaller voting bodies in the industry. Those kudos include the winners of the Outer Critics Circle, New York Drama Critics' Circle, Drama League, and, just last night, Drama Desk Awards, plus the nominations for the Dorian Awards.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Announces Company Promotions

onstagepittsburgh.com: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) has announced the promotion of three PBT company artists. The artists were all promoted live onstage after the evening performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Saturday, May 16. The changes will take effect for the upcoming season, which runs from August 2026 to May 2027.

Why Cody Renard Richard Created a Scholarship to Diversify the Backstage of Broadway

Playbill: When stage manager Cody Renard Richard was first starting his career in New York, he remembered feeling alone. Even though he was working in an industry that emphasized community, he was also hyperaware of how, as a stage manager, he was often one of the only faces backstage that wasn't white.

Photos: Producers Jamie deRoy Receives Honorary Doctor of Fine Arts Degree at Carnegie Mellon

www.broadwayworld.com: Last week, 1967 alumna and 15-time Tony Award-winning Broadway producer Jamie deRoy received an Honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from Carnegie Mellon University.

Their Play Was Cancelled By the University—These College Students Are Putting It On Anyway

Playbill: Maggie Lawson and Liberty Welch are best friends. They're roommates and they're both pursuing theatre education-performance majors at the University of Central Oklahoma. This fall, the two were particularly excited to direct a play together, as their student production for UCO's theatre department. The play was called Boy My Greatness by Zoe Senese-Grossberg, a historical drama about the young boys who played women in Shakespeare's Globe.

30 Broadway Professionals Share Their Training and Favorite Theatre Teachers

Playbill: As part of the ongoing Playbill feature series How Did I Get Here—which spotlights not only actors, but directors, designers, musicians, and others who work on and off the stage to create the magic that is live theatre—numerous artists have shared their journeys to Broadway, including the many conservatories, colleges, and graduate schools that were pivotal to their eventual success. Some also learned through years of on-the-job training, and many continue to study privately.

The Girls Are Screaming

The New York Times: The scream begins as a ripple, starting with the most unlikely character first, and then crescendos from one teenage girl to the next, propelling them across the stage through sheer force of lung. Four voices rising and bodies contorting: aaaahAAAAAAHHHHH!