Friday, May 29, 2026
Blackmagic Replay shows dolphins in smoother slow motion
AV Magazine: A theme park in Japan is using Blackmagic Design technology to support its daily dolphin show.
Adventure World, in Wakayama Prefecture, is home to a zoo, aquarium and amusement park. One of its most popular attractions is the Marine Live show, which features performances by dolphins synchronised with music and video.
Media Access Awards Now Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards
variety.com: The Media Access Awards, which honor disability representation and authentic filmmaking in media, have officially rebranded as The Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards (the Darcys). The initiative is spearheaded by Easterseals Disability Services and leaders from the disability community, with Film Independent serving as co-producer.
'Like having sex and they hand you the baby': Beloved animator uses AI, gets backlash
Fast Company: Writer and director Jorge R. Gutierrez is best known for creating the 2014 animated film The Book of Life. A labor of love and a tribute to Mexican folk art, the movie took Gutierrez 14 years to make, and it paid off: The Book of Life’s beautiful handcrafted 3D animation was near universally lauded.
But Gutierrez’s next project is taking a different approach. It won’t take him 14 years—in fact, his upcoming animated series Punky Duck was green-lit just two months after he pitched it to Amazon MGM Studios.
The GLP Impression X5 Family: A Complete Look at GLP's Flagship X5 Lineup
www.limelightwired.com: When German Light Products launched the Impression X5, they did something the rest of the industry wasn't quite ready for: they bet the whole platform on lime. Lime as a fourth color in the LED engine itself. At the time, RGBW was the standard. GLP looked at the data and said, nope, we're going RGBL.
Vivid Sydney’s drone show became a drone rainstorm
Boing Boing: After being canceled last year over safety concerns, Vivid Sydney's drone show returned this week and immediately dove 89 drones into the water. That is one way to answer the safety question.
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Obama Center releases grand opening weekend events schedule
WBEZ Chicago: The Obama Presidential Center is preparing a big show for its grand opening next month.
The center on Wednesday released its schedule of activities for its opening weekend, June 19-21. Many events are free, family-friendly and open to the public.
Ghostly Showgirls, Glittery Foliage, and a 27,000-Pound Building Make Up the Sets of These Tony-Nominated Shows
Playbill: The 2025–26 Broadway season welcomed audiences into many different worlds. Within just a few blocks in Times Square, audiences experienced the mysteriously seductive Dr. Frank-N-Furter's castle, the shimmering runway at the fabulous Jellicle Ball, the kaleidoscopic wonderland of Schmigadoon, and a built-to-scale Brooklyn bank that rotated on and off the stage.
What We're Building Next
DC Theater Arts: None of us anticipated the Washington Post gutting its arts and culture staff. That decision landed hard on a community that has long relied on that coverage, not just as readers, but as the artists, administrators, and theater lovers whose work and passion it documented. The Post provided consistent employment for talented writers across this region, and the reach of its coverage helped audiences discover, understand, and invest in the extraordinary work happening on our stages. Its absence leaves a gaping hole in our community’s ability to be seen.
Chicago sound artist Kikù Hibino collaborates with his noise hero Merzbow
Chicago Reader: Experimental Chicago producer and sound artist Kikù Hibino has long dreamed of collaborating with Japanese noise artist Merzbow, aka Masami Akita. Hibino, a Japanese native, traces this desire to 2002, when he noticed Merzbow backstage at the inaugural stateside edition of artist-curated music festival All Tomorrow’s Parties, held at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Interview: Tamara Siler of SINNERS AND SAINTS at Main Street Theater
www.broadwayworld.com: Tamara Siler has been a fixture of the Houston theater scene for decades, appearing in everything from Dreamgirls and Into the Woods to Caroline, or Change and Bat Boy: The Musical. Now she’s stepping into the spotlight for a deeply personal cabaret evening at Main Street Theater titled Sinners and Saints, running at their Rice Village location through June 13th.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Chicago’s Lyric Opera receives $20 million gift from Illinois-based Negaunee Foundation
WBEZ Chicago: Lyric Opera of Chicago has received a $20 million gift from the Illinois-based Negaunee Foundation, which will be used to expand educational programming and make Mozart a more permanent fixture on the Downtown stage.
PA company builds huge venue for White House's UFC event
local21news.com: Residents in Warwick Township may have recently noticed an odd structure towering in the skies.
The project, which looks like two giant crossed arches, will eventually become the venue for the UFC Freedom 250 White House event in June.
25 Old Home Architectural Details (That We've Forgotten How To Build)
www.obsessedwoodworking.com: You walk into an old house and something hits you before you can name it.
The trim is heavier. The doorways are taller. The light falls differently across the walls. There’s a depth to the rooms that the new houses you’ve been in don’t have — even the ones with bigger square footage and higher ceilings.
'Survivor' betting controversy explained, Aubry Bracco interview
www.goldderby.com: Jeff Probst has broken his silence on the controversial debate over betting sites like Kalshi and Polymarket spoiling the outcomes of reality TV shows, including Survivor.
"You're telling me there's a way I can make money by sharing information I have, and I might not ever get caught? Of course, people are going to do that," the host and showrunner told Variety. "And if I found out somebody on our show bet on this, they'd be fired."
The TV industry still struggles with class inequality – access alone won’t fix it
theconversation.com: While questions of diversity and representation have received growing industry attention, class inequality has often remained less prevalent within these discussions. And where interventions have been introduced, they have tended to focus on entry and skills-gaps rather than the deeper structural conditions that shape who is able to sustain a long-term career once inside the industry.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
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.
Monday, May 25, 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.
Friday, May 22, 2026
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,”
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
'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.
Monday, May 18, 2026
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!
Friday, May 15, 2026
State funding changes hit Pittsburgh art, education programs
90.5 WESA: Sweeping changes in how the Pennsylvania Council for the Arts (PCA) funds arts initiatives in the state include the end of the Arts in Education program. And critics say other new policies taking effect this year will harm small arts groups around the state.
The National Theatre Launches Touring Partnership With 12 Theatre
www.broadwayworld.com: The National Theatre has announced National Theatre Nationwide: a new landmark partnership with 12 leading theatres in all nine regions of England dedicated to ensuring parity of access to art and culture, enriching people’s lives–wherever they live.
Ian McKellen Will Return to the Stage in LEAR at The Yard Theatre's New London Venue
www.broadwayworld.com: The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick, London, has announced its first season in its new building. Six productions running from July 2026 to April 2027, including a 50th-anniversary revival of Ntozake Shange's for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf directed by Diane Page, Holly Robinson's adaptation of Mrs Dalloway, and Ian McKellen returning to the stage in Lear, reimagined by Artistic Director Jay Miller and playwright Simon Stephens.
TCG Reveals 2026 Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship Recipients
www.broadwayworld.com: Theatre Communications Group has announced Tianyu Lei and Viktoriia Shlenova as the 2026 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship.
Lowry's Creative Writing Challenge Celebrates Young Writers From Across the North West
www.broadwayworld.com: Children from across the North West stepped into the spotlight on Saturday 9 May for the Lowry's annual Creative Writing Challenge, performing on stage at a special event hosted by the popular CBeebies presenter Evie Pickerill.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Immersive PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN Event is Coming to London Next Year
www.broadwayworld.com: Secret Cinema and TodayTix will present a new immersive production inspired by Disney's iconic blockbuster film franchise Pirates of the Caribbean, sailing into London in February 2027.
Tianyu Lei, Viktoriia Shlenova Receive 2026 Willa Kim Scholarships
AMERICAN THEATRE: Theatre Communications Group, the national organization for theatre and publisher of this magazine, has announced Tianyu Lei and Viktoriia Shlenova as the 2026 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG (the publisher of American Theatre) with support from the estate of costume designer Willa Kim, it provides talented costume designers in a university or professional training program with the opportunity to supplement their fine arts training in hand-drawing and painting. The scholarship honors Kim’s legacy and her life’s work as a pioneer, legend, and inspiration.
Details Revealed For New 594-Seat West End Venue The Arts at Marble Arch
www.broadwayworld.com: Further details have been revealed for The Arts at Marble Arch powered by TodayTix, a brand-new 594-seat theatre venue set beside the world-famous Marble Arch, between Oxford Street, Hyde Park and the West End.
Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards Adds Kehlani, Meagan Good as Honorees
www.thewrap.com: Hollywood Unlocked is stacking up its list of honorees for its sixth annual Impact Awards next month, announcing Wednesday that Kehlani, Meagan Good, RZA and Kirk Franklin will all be honored at the June 5 ceremony, TheWrap can exclusively reveal.
PortAventura World and Vekoma partner for new mixed reality company
InPark Magazine: PortAventura World and Vekoma have reached an agreement to drive the creation of WeRiseUp, a new independent company spun off from Adventure Labs by PortAventura World. The resort’s digital innovation unit is evolving into a studio specializing in mixed reality, with the aim of scaling the technology developed and validated at PortAventura Park over recent years.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
State of Play
AMERICAN THEATRE: A little over 17 years ago, Todd London, then the artistic director of New Dramatists, began work on a study for the Theatre Development Fund (TDF) on the state of the field for new plays and the people who write them. This kind of intensive research “wasn’t really something they did,” he recalled, but there were major questions about the lives of playwrights that had never been answered with real data. How much money did playwrights actually make?
The Company Way: What Happened to the Acting Ensemble Ideal
AMERICAN THEATRE: Rodney Witherspoon II started his post-college career as an administrative fellow at Trinity Repertory Company in 2015. While at that theatre in Providence, Rhode Island, he remembers seeing photographs on its walls of the resident company. Those pictures introduced him to the company model, in which local actors are hired season over season, but they also highlighted its history: The photos ranged from original members instated in the 1960s to recent inductees, artists Witherspoon had watched grow during his time at Trinity Rep.
For Starters: How to Launch a Theatre Company in 2026
AMERICAN THEATRE: Every theatre company starts somewhere. Every small, grassroots arts organization and massive, multimillion-dollar producing institution has an origin story. It begins when the founders imagine the theatre they want to create—its mission, composition, audience, and funding—and figure out how to grow that from the ground up. It’s much easier said than done.
Raw Talent and Boricua Pride
AMERICAN THEATRE: Our TCG Conference advance team—Erica Lauren Ortiz, Kamilah Long, and I—arrived in San Juan for our initial site visit on July 9, 2025, just a few days before Bad Bunny (or Benito, as local folx affectionately call him) was to begin his 30-day residency. The Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is the primary gateway to the island and the busiest airport in the Caribbean.
Tough Love and Liberation
AMERICAN THEATRE: I sometimes joke in editorial meetings that the overarching theme of any issue of ours should simply be What the hell is going on? This seems especially true of our Spring issues, in which we seem to have a seasonal predilection for big-picture stories. In 2024, we turned our spotlight on audiences and the ways their changing behavior and preferences were affecting theatres’ bottom lines and impact.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Announcing the 2026 Outer Critics Circle winners — full list
www.broadwaynews.com: Winners have been announced for the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. Recognizing plays and musicals that opened on Broadway and Off-Broadway in the 2025-2026 season, awards are distributed to individuals and theatrical productions across 27 categories. “Ragtime” and “Schmigadoon!” led the winners with five awards each.
Review: Perpetual Permutation: Exhaustion in Jeanine Durning’s ‘The Play’
onstagepittsburgh.com: Upon entering Attack Theatre for the informal showing of Jeanine Durning’s The Play presented in Pittsburgh this past Friday, one is met by a sparse scenic arrangement: two folding chairs, a bucket, a stage cube, a music stand, and a cushion. Nothing immediately suggests narrative development; rather, these everyday objects seem to pulse within the space like anxious potentials awaiting realization.
Museum to Open at Site of The Beatles' Final Public Performance
consequence.net: Called The Beatles at 3 Savile Row, the seven-floor museum will house never-before-seen material from the band’s Apple Corps Ltd archives, a recreation of the studio where Let It Be was recorded, rotating exhibitions, and a fan store. It will also offer visitors the opportunity to relive the Beatles’ final public performance: a rooftop concert documented in Peter Jackson’s Get Back.
Golden Goose and PlayLab present a playful exhibition to ignite childlike wonder
Wallpaper*: Multidisciplinary creative studio PlayLab has collaborated with some of the biggest names across music, fashion and design – including Virgil Abloh, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, and Justin Timberlake, as well as brands such as Vans, Adidas, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Nike, Rimowa, Fenty and Skims. Now, the practice can add Golden Goose to its expansive portfolio after collaborating on this year’s ‘Haus’ exhibition.
Ars Nova Launches $5M BIG DREAMS, BIG SWINGS Campaign, $1M Leadership Gift From Miranda Family Fund
www.broadwayworld.com: Ars Nova has launched Big Dreams, Big Swings, a fundraising campaign designed for the resiliency and sustainability of New York City’s premier home for emerging talent. The goal is to raise $5 million above-and-beyond Ars Nova’s annual operating budget.
Monday, May 11, 2026
Pittsburgh Public Theater, CLO announce joint programming
90.5 WESA: Pittsburgh’s two biggest theater companies have yet to finalize their merger. But Pittsburgh Public Theater and Pittsburgh CLO on Friday announced their first joint programming, which will take the stage this fall, and feature a returning hometown talent made good.
If Everything Depends on You, That’s a Problem
Church Production Magazine: Legacy is one of those words we often make too complicated because of the weight it carries. We often wonder what our legacy will be and attach it to public accomplishments, career milestones, and the dedication we have shown to our jobs. We talk about legacy as if it is reserved for the end of a long career, measured by plaques on walls or the memories people hold after we are gone.
Naked puppets take the stage at Montecasino
sundaytribune.co.za: TV Programmes like Sesame Street in America and Takalani Sesame here in South Africa teach values and life-skills to young children through the use of puppetry and songs.
AVENUE Q applies the same principle by teaching real-life lessons and broaching hard-to discuss adult topics such as racism, pornography and a whole lot more in an entertaining and colourful manner!
‘Your Career Starts at the Beginning of the AI Revolution,’ NVIDIA CEO Tells Graduates
NVIDIA Blog: “You are entering the world at an extraordinary moment,” NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang told graduates as he delivered the keynote address at Carnegie Mellon University’s 128th commencement ceremony on Sunday. “A new industry is being born. A new era of science and discovery is beginning.”
Navigating Servomotor Selection: A Technical Guide
blog.seweurodrive.com: Choosing the right servomotor is crucial for the efficiency and success of any automation project. With a variety of options on the market, understanding the technical specifications and how they align with your application's requirements is key.
Friday, May 08, 2026
The Original Analog Interface: Caring For Our Nervous Systems While On Tour
ProSoundWeb: It’s been said that we never actually experience the world, only the inside of our own nervous system. Both command center and the original analog interface, the nervous system is where inner and outer worlds meet, a complex network via which we receive data about our surroundings, communicate, and take action.
Using Wood Grain With Intention
Journal of Light Construction: Wood grain is often the main attraction of stain-grade and clear-finished woodwork, yet I’m surprised how often I see new trim that has been installed without any consideration for the grain patterns in the wood. A little time and attention paid to wood grain can vastly improve the look.
IATSE Accuses Kennedy Center of Illegally Laying Off Workers Ahead of Trump Closure
www.yahoo.com: The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) has filed charges against the Kennedy Center, accusing management of permanently cutting union jobs as it prepares to close for a two-year renovation at the behest of President Trump.
Chisel Sharpening Basics
Journal of Light Construction: When I was younger, I worked in a restaurant and learned that sharp knifes were essential to being productive. It’s the same with carpentry— dull edges make for poor results. In my experience a dull chisel, planer blade, or saw blade can also be dangerous. Having to force the tool to do the work can lead to an uncontrolled outcome where part of you ends up catching the misdirected tool.
10 CMU Alumni Earn Record-Breaking 15 Tony Nominations
News - Carnegie Mellon University: From center stage to creative teams behind the curtain, Carnegie Mellon University alumni are once again leaving a strong impression on Broadway, earning a record-breaking number of Tony Award nominations this year. That momentum is carrying into awards season, where a number of CMU Tartans have been nominated for the 79th Annual Tony Awards®, set to take place June 7.
Thursday, May 07, 2026
War of Worlds and Elvis shows close after company failure
AV Magazine: Layered Reality’s two immersive shows in London closed suddenly last week after the company’s parent company ceased trading.
Ellipsis Entertainment, which was licensed to operate Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds: The Experience and Elvis Evolution, cited “significant headwinds across the entertainment industry” for its failure.
The future of automation returns to Chicago with 1,000+ exhibitors and 200 speakers
Control Design: Automate is North America's largest robotics and automation event. From artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics to motion control and vision systems, there's something for every engineer at Automate
Celebrities Who Started Successful Production Companies
Business Insider: For some actors and directors, launching a production company is a natural next step.
But whether it's for creative freedom, to back projects they believe in, or to build a business beyond their own onscreen work, no two celebrities' production companies are exactly the same.
Real World Gear: Medium-Format Line Arrays
ProSoundWeb: The characteristics that qualify a line array as medium format, as opposed to small or large format, is somewhat arbitrary. For this overview, we’ve based the selection on the size of the largest driver in the array, considering those with 8-inch to 10-inch cones to be medium format.
PLASA managing director Peter Heath to retire from role
AV Magazine: Peter Heath is to retire from his role as managing director of the Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA).
He will remain in the position while a replacement is found and intends to continue to represent the association through the #WeMakeEvents campaign and in a consultancy capacity after retiring.
Wednesday, May 06, 2026
The Story Behind the 2026 Met Gala’s Dazzling Full-Moon Centerpiece
Vogue: When guests of the Met Gala 2026—including the night’s co-chairs, Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams—step off the stone-inspired carpet and into The Metropolitan Museum of Art tonight, they’ll be greeted by a luminous moon.
Who Is Performing at the Three Rivers Arts Festival This Year?
Pittsburgh Magazine: Organizers of the Three Rivers Arts Festival have announced this year’s lineup for its free concert series and performances. The roster includes some big players and classic groups spanning multiple genres, as well as some newer names and local artists bringing a Steel City flair to the event.
The American Women Who Transformed Shakespeare Editing
Folger Shakespeare Library: Porter and Clarke were outliers in the rarified world of Shakespeare editing and scholarship. Why? Because they were female, queer, non-academic co-editors, in a world dominated by solitary male editors with university affiliations. They were the first editors to base their edition and analysis on the text of Shakespeare’s First Folio of 1623, a back-to-basics approach which got rid of three centuries of editorial attempts to “correct” or “improve” the original text.
Stephen Flaherty's 'Ragtime' and Carnegie Mellon Alums Feature Prominently Among 2026 Tony Award Nominees
onstagepittsburgh.com: Nominations for the 79th Tony Awards showcase the Pittsburgh theater community’s contributions to Broadway, including 11 nominations for the revival of Ragtime. Composer Stephen Flaherty, a Dormont native, won the 1998 Tony for Ragtime’s musical score, and will receive the Richard Rodgers Award on June 12, five days after the 2026 Tonys ceremony, at Pittsburgh CLO’s 80th Anniversary Gala.
Coursera AI Online Classes: Best Deals, Price, Subscribe Online
variety.com: As artificial intelligence reshapes everything from entry-level tasks to executive decision-making, it’s now more important than ever to learn how to use and leverage these tools to gain a competitive edge in an increasingly saturated job market. Platforms like Coursera are betting on this new premium.
Tuesday, May 05, 2026
IATSE Says Kennedy Center Violating Its Contract, Using Temporary Closure to Permanently Cut Jobs and Services
IATSE: The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) is condemning management of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, alleging the Kennedy Center is violating its union contract and laying off workers without meeting its legal obligation to bargain over the impact of a temporary closure.
Electrical Fire at Broadway Theater Closes ‘Book of Mormon’ Indefinitely
The New York Times: “The Book of Mormon,” one of Broadway’s biggest juggernauts, will be forced to close for an unknown period of time after an electrical fire on Monday morning caused significant damage to the Eugene O’Neill Theater, where the musical has run for the last 15 years.
We Spent a Week Quarantined on an Uninhabited Island with 80 Artists
Colossal: A muscular Englishman in a khaki kilt and black beret hops atop the edge of an old well clad in traditional Spanish tile, his sleeves rolled up to his elbows in what can only be called an act of bravery. High winds and rain pelt a group of visitors from all directions, and yet, this charismatic performer stands tall above the cobblestone to announce that he’s been living on this vacant island for nearly two centuries. He’s here to give us a tour.
14 Of The Weirdest Third-Party Drill Attachments You Can Find On Amazon
www.slashgear.com: The combi-drill is a wonderfully versatile tool. As a drilling and driving implement, it sits at the heart of virtually all home improvement, construction, and building tasks. Regardless of what job you're taking on, your drill is almost always going to be right there at your side. The essentiality of the power drill makes it one of the few items that are consistently necessary in a home tool kit.
The 2026 Met Gala dress code is ‘Fashion is Art’. But is it?
New Pittsburgh Courier: The first Monday in May marks the annual Met Gala: a collision of celebrities, designers and cultural icons. Established in 1948, the gala was originally a high-society event held to raise money for the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Monday, May 04, 2026
Genelec Helps Transform Tallinn City Theatre In Estonia
ProSoundWeb: The Estonian Youth Theatre, which started 60 years ago as a single house in Tallinn on Lai Street to use as a private rehearsal and office space and is now 16 unified buildings – each dating back to the 13th century – in one theater complex, recently underwent an audio upgrade of all public spaces with ambient soundscapes and even coverage delivered by Genelec Smart IP loudspeakers.
Suffs Has Recouped on the Road
Playbill: The current tour has recouped 28 playing weeks into its triumphant march across North America. The acclaimed Tony-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote has been seen by more than 375,000 patrons since its launch September 19, 2025, at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle.
'Schimgadoon!' on Broadway, Alex Brightman, Sara Chase interview
www.goldderby.com/theater: Broadway mainstays Alex Brightman and Sara Chase are using their two decades of kinship to unearth comedy and heart in Schmigadoon!, the stage version of the Apple TV musical theater satire. The pair star as Josh and Melissa, a couple who are dropped into the titular town where every day unfold's like a '40s and '50s-era musical.
A Look at 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Wardrobe
The Knockturnal: In the world of The Devil Wears Prada 2, the wardrobe doesn’t just support the story—it leads the narrative, commanding as much screen presence as Miranda Priestly herself. Two decades ago, The Devil Wears Prada became a fashion mood board for a generation, anchored by a cast that has since evolved into the industry’s most formidable stars.
DPA Microphones Capture The Detail Of Yann Tiersen On Tour
ProSoundWeb: Veteran live sound engineer Jamie Harley, whose four‑decade career spans electronic, indie and acoustic music, deployed a DPA Microphones DPK2015 piano stereo kit on the “Rathlin from a Distance | The Liquid Hour” tour by French composer and musician Yann Tiersen.
Friday, May 01, 2026
World Record-Breaking Drone Show Lights Up the Sky in China
mymodernmet.com: There are many amazing breakthroughs in the world of drones, particularly light shows. As such, there are very specific achievements and records to be broken, all different and delightful in their own way. One such Guinness World Record was broken in February 2026.
Trish Santini Named Managing Director at The Old Globe
www.broadwayworld.com: The Board of Directors of The Old Globe has appointed Trish Santini as Audrey S. Geisel Managing Director. Santini will work together with Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein to lead San Diego’s flagship arts institution.
Synth-Werk Reissues ‘Kraftwerk’ Bode Frequency Shifter
Synthtopia: The Bode Frequency Shifter was iconically used by Kraftwerk, and was also licensed for production by Moog.
The Bode Frequency Shifter complements modern pitch shifters by affecting sound in a very different way, creating inharmonic overtones that change the timbre, often resulting in metallic sounds.
let’s just do it.
www.culturebot.org: Under the cobalt blue ceiling of La Mama’s Great Jones rehearsal studios, the team behind The Door Slams, A Glass Trembles– the most recent offering from the venerable experimental theater company Talking Band– prepped for an early runthrough. On one side of the room, a lush assortment of costumes strain a set of rolling racks. On the other, a well-stocked table sags under the weight of full place-settings and myriad of other props.
2026 Tony Honors Go To 1/52 Project, Jake Bell, Kenn Lubin and Loren Plotkin
www.broadwayworld.com: The Tony Awards Administration Committee will present the 2026 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to four outstanding contributors to the Broadway industry - 1/52 Project, Jake Bell, Kenn Lubin, and Loren Plotkin.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Shakira crew member dies after suffering ‘crushing injuries’ while building stage for Rio concert
The Independent: A local construction worker helping to build the stage for Shakira’s upcoming Brazil concert has died after suffering “crushing injuries,” organizers have confirmed.
Tragedy in Rio: Worker dies before Shakira show
www.msn.com: A few days before pop superstar Shakira's (49) planned free concert at Copacabana, a worker died during stage construction. As the fire department of the state of Rio de Janeiro (CBMERJ) reported according to G1, the technician got caught in a lifting device on Sunday and suffered severe injuries to his legs.
Worker crushed to death while setting up stage for Shakira's concert on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro
www.thesun.co.uk: Workers managed to free the man who was rushed to hospital.
He was later pronounced dead, the state fire department (CBMERJ) said.
Concert organizer Bonus Track said in a statement: “Unfortunately, the technician passed away in hospital.”
Shakira Crew Member Dies From ‘Crushing Injuries' in Brazil
www.usmagazine.com: Concert organizers confirmed that a crew member died while setting up the stage for Shakira’s upcoming Brazil show.
Broadway Stagedoor Culture Is Getting Out of Hand
www.themarysue.com: There was once a time when people did things for the sake of doing them, instead of just to get clout online. Countless everyday joys have been ruined by the bottomless hunger for likes and views and attention, but one experience that has really suffered is seeing a show on Broadway.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
What Is the State of the Theater Industry? Experts Weigh In
www.broadwayworld.com: What is the state of the theater industry in 2026? A panel of New York theater professionals came together earlier this month with SAG-AFTRA Foundation to talk about just that, in a conversation moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge.
John Cameron Mitchell on ‘Oh, Mary!’ and 25 Years of ‘Hedwig’
www.rollingstone.com: At 63, the Broadway legend is best known for his punk-rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, which charts the rage-filled escapades of genderqueer glam rocker Hedwig as she follows around the ex-boyfriend who stole her music and became a star.
A Harry Potter Light Show Will Take Over the L.A. Sky With 1,200 Drones
www.timeout.com/los-angeles: Los Angeles is about to get a little more magical. This June, the sky above Dodger Stadium will transform into a glowing wizarding world spectacle as 1,200 synchronized drones take flight for a one-night-only Harry Potter-themed show.
Kraftwerk Loses Two-Decade-Long Copyright Dispute
variety.com: A circuitous and protracted copyright infringement case first brought by German electronic-music pioneers Kraftwerk in 2004 has finally been settled — and not in the pioneering electronic group’s favor.
Met Opera's $200 Million Saudi Arabia Deal Falls Through
www.broadwayworld.com: The Metropolitan Opera's high-profile arrangement with the Saudi Arabian government - a deal that would have delivered up to $200 million to the struggling company over eight years - has collapsed, The New York Times reports.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Adam Jacobs to Host 10th Annual Arts for Autism Benefit Concert at New Amsterdam Theatre
www.broadwayworld.com: On June 22nd, 2026, Arts for Autism will arrive at the New Amsterdam Theatre – home of the blockbuster Aladdin – for the tenth annual concert featuring a constellation of Broadway performers alongside the stars of tomorrow – student performers from across the nation.
BROADWAY BOUND THEATRE FESTIVAL Unveils 10th Anniversary Lineup
www.broadwayworld.com: AI replaces every human job overnight. A queer musician is trapped in his childhood home in Tennessee during the pandemic. And a FDNY lieutenant spends Christmas Eve at Ground Zero, looking for the remains of his fallen brother at the 2026 Broadway Bound Theatre Festival (BBTF). In this bold and eclectic lineup, the human condition is on full display as a dynamic mix of new plays and musicals light up the stage.
London’s West End Travel Guide for Theater Lovers: Shows, Hotels, Bars
Observer: London’s West End is a pilgrimage-worthy destination for anyone who loves the stage, rivaled only by Broadway in New York City. For avid theatergoers, Theatreland presents one-of-a-kind opportunities, like witnessing three-time Oscar nominee and Tony, Emmy and Grammy winner Cynthia Erivo play all 23 roles in Kip Williams’s Dracula and watching Chris Pine in his London stage debut in Ivanov at the Bridge Theatre. For a tried-and-true option, Agatha Christie’s murder mystery The Mousetrap holds the title of the longest-running show in London, having premiered in 1952.
L.A. Mayor Hopeful Nithya Raman Faces Questions on Hollywood Policies
www.hollywoodreporter.com: On Apr. 21, L.A. City Councilmember Nithya Raman released a new campaign video, in the quick-cut, walk-and-talk online style by which Zohran Mamdani updated the Aaron Sorkin ethos. “I’m running for Mayor to make sure Los Angeles stays the film and TV capital of the world,” she announced before ticking off her agenda and criticizing incumbent Mayor Karen Bass for her record in handling L.A.’s downward production spiral, including her delayed appointment of a film liaison who Raman faulted for lacking experience in the entertainment business.
Celestial stage Titanic drone show
TPi: Celestial has been revealed as the company behind the spectacle over Belfast Harbour that has captured global attention. Commissioned as part of the BBC’s Made Of Here campaign, the project set out to symbolically bring RMS Titanic back to life using drone show technology.
Monday, April 27, 2026
Announcing the 2026 Hemsley Lighting Programs Internship Recipients
Lighting&Sound America Online - News: The Hemsley Lighting Programs, Inc. was established in 1983 as The Gilbert V. Hemsley, Jr. Internship in Lighting in honor of the late lighting designer. For over three decades, the programs, which now include The Hemsley Lighting Internship, The Hemsley Lighting Portfolio Review, The Howell Binkley Fellowship, and the Independent Study Program, have been helping current students and recent graduates bridge the gap between the educational and professional worlds.
A troupe departs, but Carnegie Stage space might live on
90.5 WESA: Since 2012, when it relocated from Washington, Pa., off the WALL Theater has occupied a big storefront on West Main Street, in Carnegie. There it staged 79 works, including this month’s Pittsburgh premiere of Jennifer Haley’s drama “Breadcrumbs.”
Global festivals prove being Green works
TPi: Ahead of Earth Day, A Greener Future (AGF), the not-for-profit company dedicated to making the live event sector sustainable, highlighted how festivals are leading the way on green initiatives with innovative solutions that are cost-effective and reduce emissions.
Vineyard Theatre and IATSE Workers Reach Bargaining Agreement
AMERICAN THEATRE: Vineyard Theatre has ratified its first collective bargaining agreement with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), which formally recognizes the union as the representative for its covered backstage and overhire crew members.
CityLight Church In Nebraska Scales Up Its Sound With NEXO & Yamaha
ProSoundWeb: Before its recent move, CityLight Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, a growing congregation, worshiped in a century-old building where audio infrastructure was lacking until the recent deployment of a new main sound reinforcement system utilizing NEXO loudspeakers and a Yamaha digital console implemented by integration firm HouseRight.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
NFTRW Weekly Top Five
Here are the top five comment generating posts of the past week:
New Disney Boss Cuts 1,000 Jobs Then Turns Around and Posts a Job Fair
disneytips.com: Walt Disney World is a place built on the idea that everything runs seamlessly, that every ride launches on cue, every light hits its mark, and every experience feels effortless to the people paying to enjoy it. What most guests never think about is the army of people behind the scenes making all of that happen, and right now, Disney needs more of them.Pink to Host 2026 Tony Awards
www.billboard.com: P!nk, a lifelong theater fan, is set to host the 79th Annual Tony Awards, which will air live from Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7. The show will broadcast live to both coasts on the CBS, and streaming on Paramount+ from 8 to 11 p.m. ET/5 to 8 p.m. PT.He’s a Playwright, His Mother’s a Physicist—And They’re Performing a Show Together
Playbill: You might think that when playwright Shayok Misha Chowdhury asked his mother to be in his play, it would be a hard ask. But actually, it was pretty easy. “Everyone's always like, ‘How did you rope your mom into doing this?’ It really was like, can we make a physics meets theatre thing that interests the two of us?” He then turns to his mom, Bulbul Chakraborty, who’s sitting next to him, “and you were really game.”AI In Hollywood: Saying Yes To Utility AI – And No To Generative AI
www.forbes.com: Hollywood has become one of the loudest voices of resistance to artificial intelligence, and for good reason. In an industry built on authorship, credit and creative control, generative AI has raised fundamental questions about who owns a performance, a story, or even a cut. But behind the headlines and strikes, a quieter shift toward utility AI in Hollywood is underway.Surviving Coachella: Why Artist Safety Is A Contractual Negotiation
www.forbes.com: For the modern artist, the economic reality is uncompromising: touring is the cash engine. In a world where streaming royalties are structured like digital municipal bonds – slow, steady, and fractional – mega-festivals like Coachella are the high-yield assets. A single opening or headline slot can often be worth more than a year of catalog royalties, tempting artists to sign the festival contract with the biggest number and ask questions later.
Friday, April 24, 2026
How to Keep Studio Rivalries From Turning Toxic
Dance Magazine: From the moment dancers arrive backstage in their matching studio jackets, competitions can ignite healthy feelings of pride, unity, and belonging. But what happens when team spirit crosses the line into resentment, or even hostility, towards other competitors?
Industry Pro Newsletter: The UK Is Investing in Theatre — Is It Enough?
www.broadwayworld.com: This week's theatrical news spans continents and scales, but a common thread runs through many of the stories: the ongoing challenge of sustaining live theatre in a shifting cultural and economic landscape. From Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater suspending operations and Central Works announcing its closure after 36 years, to Duluth Playhouse navigating a leadership transition, regional companies across the U.S. are grappling with the pressures of rising costs and uncertain funding.
Costume Designer Olga Mill on Gen Z Vintage, Millennial Anxiety, & Old‑Money Fantasy in "Beef" Season 2
The Credits: Beef costume designer Olga Mill, who moved to New York from Ukraine at age five, studied costume design at New York University, then worked on indie films including the Kristen Stewart-led Love Lies Bleeding and writer/director Ari Aster‘s Hereditary before teaming up with “Sonny” Jin.
Guest Blog: 'It Felt Not Just Relevant But Necessary To Return': Ben Pettitt Wade on Ten Years of MEET FRED: A Puppet, A Journey, and a Fight That Never Ends
www.broadwayworld.com: Ten years ago, we introduced the world to a two-foot puppet made of cloth at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe. Little did we know that Fred would take us to over 145 cities across 20 countries and three continents, seen by 25,000 people. Not bad for a scrap of fabric with something to say.
Hermès' theater of mechanics at watches and wonders 2026
www.designboom.com: At Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, Hermès frames time as a performative medium, staging its latest horological releases within a kinetic scenography by Jean-Simon Roch. Conceived as a mobile installation where watchmaking mechanics interact with theatrical machinery, the project positions movement as narrative. Within this shifting environment, the maison unveils three new skeleton timepieces: Hermès H08 Squelette, Arceau Samarcande, and Slim d’Hermès Squelette Lune, each exposing its inner workings like apertures into a hidden temporal world.
Up Close With HazeBase's Award Winning Haze Generators
www.limelightwired.com: For a long time, HazeBase didn’t need to chase trends. They were the standard. The BaseHazer Pro, launched more than 30 years ago, became one of those machines you just assumed would be in the room. Touring rigs, theatres, television studios, nightclubs. It earned its reputation by being consistent, efficient, and nearly impossible to kill.
DKGR Architects reveals expansion plans for Indiana’s oldest theater
www.archpaper.com: The Crump, Indiana’s oldest known theater still in operation, has been “about to be reborn” for over 30 years. On April 8, the Crump Center for the Performing Arts released the schematic design for the restoration and eastern expansion of the Crump Theatre in Columbus. This is the first time the promise of its renovation has come with architectural drawings.
Former Kennedy Center Arts Curator Details 'Cronyism, Incompetence, and Bizarre Moves' Amidst Trump Takeover
www.broadwayworld.com: The Kennedy Center has been a hot topic for the past year after the Trump administration took over leadership. Beginning with the removal of board members and Donald Trump assuming the role of chairman in 2025, the institution has faced ongoing restructuring, artist withdrawals, leadership departures, and programming shifts. It was also recently announced that the institution will shut down operations for two years to undergo renovations.
Jeremy O. Harris on 'Erupcja,' 'Euphoria,' and Hollywood: Screen Talk
www.indiewire.com: Tony-nominated multihyphenate Jeremy O. Harris may be best known for his wildly popular Broadway production “Slave Play,” but he’s also the acclaimed screenwriter behind the fever-dream crime comedy “Zola” (with director Janicza Bravo) and, most recently, he co-wrote the Charli XCX-starring indie drama “Erupcja” with director Pete Ohs.
Tokyo-Based Company In Talks to Bring Sphere Arena to Japan
www.ticketnews.com: The Tokyo-based financial services company SBI Holdings is reportedly in negotiations with MSG Entertainment for a “collaboration,” Nikkei reports. The project is expected to cost around 350 billion yen ($2.2 billion), though SBI Holdings chairman and president Yoshitaka Kitao said that price tag could raise to a whopping 500 billion yen.
He’s a Playwright, His Mother’s a Physicist—And They’re Performing a Show Together
Playbill: You might think that when playwright Shayok Misha Chowdhury asked his mother to be in his play, it would be a hard ask. But actually, it was pretty easy. “Everyone's always like, ‘How did you rope your mom into doing this?’ It really was like, can we make a physics meets theatre thing that interests the two of us?” He then turns to his mom, Bulbul Chakraborty, who’s sitting next to him, “and you were really game.”
Home Builders Institute Helps Train More Than 20,000 Students in 2025
Builder Magazine: The Home Builders Institute (HBI) continues to play an important role in bridging the skilled labor shortage for the construction industry. In 2025, the organization enrolled and awarded pre-apprenticeship certificates to over 20,000 students, added more than 40 new schools to its Future Builders of America program, and brought HBI-licensed curriculum to dozens more community organizations.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
AI In Hollywood: Saying Yes To Utility AI – And No To Generative AI
www.forbes.com: Hollywood has become one of the loudest voices of resistance to artificial intelligence, and for good reason. In an industry built on authorship, credit and creative control, generative AI has raised fundamental questions about who owns a performance, a story, or even a cut. But behind the headlines and strikes, a quieter shift toward utility AI in Hollywood is underway.
Custom Booth for Alien Milling at Lab Day 2026 in Chicago
RCS CUSTOM EXHIBITS: Here’s a look at a trade show exhibit booth we custom built and installed for Alien Milling at Lab Day 2026 in Chicago.
The largest international gathering of the dental laboratory community in North America, LAB DAY Chicago was taking place from February 19 – 21, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
The carbon cost of our clicks
Fast Company: Last year at SXSW, I got on stage with a colleague from Tangent, a London-based digital design agency, to ask a simple question: What if every time you checked your phone, a visible puff of smoke rose into the air? While we can’t immediately see the environmental impact of our digital lives, it is very real.
Slow-Motion Gives Forced Migrants the Chance to Move at Their Own Speed
HowlRound Theatre Commons: In the spring of 2024, five Slavic-speaking theatre admirers who had moved to Serbia in 2022 as forced migrants met in a black box theatre in Belgrade. This project, Phiz-Drama, came about through an online invitation from Kamon-Kamon Teaching Theatre and Lika Robakidze’s New Roles studio.
New Disney Boss Cuts 1,000 Jobs Then Turns Around and Posts a Job Fair
disneytips.com: Walt Disney World is a place built on the idea that everything runs seamlessly, that every ride launches on cue, every light hits its mark, and every experience feels effortless to the people paying to enjoy it. What most guests never think about is the army of people behind the scenes making all of that happen, and right now, Disney needs more of them.
Mayor Levine Cava To Honor Arts Accessibility Leaders At AKI Family Arts Festival
www.broadwayworld.com: On May 2, 2026, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs' All Kids Included Family Arts Festival will celebrate 20 years of community impact, offering free accessible arts experiences for children and families at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pink to Host 2026 Tony Awards
www.billboard.com: P!nk, a lifelong theater fan, is set to host the 79th Annual Tony Awards, which will air live from Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7. The show will broadcast live to both coasts on the CBS, and streaming on Paramount+ from 8 to 11 p.m. ET/5 to 8 p.m. PT.
Lyric Opera's Mangum and Mazzola on the 2026-27 Season
www.newcitystage.com: Last week was a hectic one at Lyric Opera. Not only was the company getting ready to launch the world premiere of first-ever Chicago poet laureate avery r. young’s “safronia,” but it was also presenting film-to-live-music performances of “Mary Poppins” and the final performances of Matthew Ozawa’s reimagined “Madama Butterfly.”
Los Angeles City Film Czar Interview: 'Baywatch' and Cutting Red Tape
www.hollywoodreporter.com: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, aware of the city’s deepening production crisis — now a flashpoint in her reelection bid — appointed a filming czar to act as a liaison between entertainment productions and city departments. Steve Kang, a seasoned community affairs executive, started last year, running the Board of Public Works.
Salesforce Lobby dvLED Video Wall Gets Higher-Resolution Upgrade
Sixteen:Nine | All Digital Signage, Some Snark: The installation — widely known as the “Salesforce waterfall” display — stretches 106 feet across the lobby of Salesforce West, the company’s high-rise at 50 Fremont Street in San Francisco. The massive screen became famous for lifelike digital waterfall visuals that appear to interact with the edges of the video canvas.
My Trip Through the Introductory Improv Class at CATCh
qcnerve.com: Having bounced around the local stand-up comedy scene doing all the open mics I could find in Charlotte, I recently took a turn at improv after hearing a recommendation from a friend, who described the extemporaneous craft as “almost like being a kid again.”
TV Talk: CMU grad stars in ‘The Boys;’ audacious ‘Audacity’ debuts
triblive.com: “Ongoing conflict is useful to us,” says Sister Sage, played by 2005 Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama grad Susan Heyward. “It keeps people afraid.”
In a March virtual interview, Heyward smiled when she heard that bit of dialogue referenced.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Phish at the Sphere: Recapping a Spectacular First Weekend
www.rollingstone.com: Those of us sitting near him at Night Three of Phish’s nine-show, three-weekend run at the Sphere in Las Vegas had seen the telltale signs coming hours before: He’d never seen Phish before; a friend brought him to the show; he was a metal guy but open-minded.
Met Museum eliminates dead spots in historic auditorium
AV Magazine: The auditorium was opened in 1954 as a purely acoustic hall, designed primarily to showcase instruments from the Met’s own collection with no amplification intended. At the time, the 700-capacity venue was equipped with early-generation powered column speakers positioned only on the left and right sides of the room.
oozing inflatables shape this milan installation by USM and snøhetta
www.designboom.com: Snøhetta partners with USM Modular Furniture to create Renaissance of the Real, an otherworldly installation during Milan Design Week 2026. It unfolds in the garden of Fondazione Luigi Rovati as a lightweight space that frames the relationship between structure, body, and perception.
Report on Touring From Arts Council England Finds Dance and Drama Declining and Musicals 'Flourishing'
www.broadwayworld.com: A new report conducted by Arts Council England has found that the number of plays touring England has fallen 64% since 2019, which had indicated that changes must be made in the industry.
Candela Opens Applications for Fourth Annual Playwrights Summer Fellowship
www.broadwayworld.com: Candela proudly announces the opening of applications for its Fourth Annual Playwrights Summer Fellowship, a.k.a. Summer Jam, taking place July 12-19, 2026 at the Dramatists Guild of America's Mary Rodgers Room in New York City.
Surviving Coachella: Why Artist Safety Is A Contractual Negotiation
Live Nation Pushes to Kill Antitrust Case Before Jury as Closings Arguments Begin in New York
Review Roundup: Lily Allen Brings WEST END GIRL Tour to North America
Did you Know that These Broadway Shows Are Inspired by Magazine Articles?
Artist hand-stitched a dress entirely from preserved autumn leaves
7 ProPresenter Macros that Simplify Your Sunday
Five things we know | Shakespeare's Life
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Drama League Awards announces 2026 nominees
New SeaWorld San Diego drones show launching this May
PGA Sustainability Toolkit Launches With Focus on Bottom Line
Benj Pasek, Shaina Taub, Joshua Harmon Musical Unorthodox Will Make World Premiere in Boston
Pittsburgh artists, locally inspired art to be part of NFL Draft
Q&A: Matthew MacKenzie on Strife and Indigenous sovereignty in storytelling
Why Two River Theatre Is Shifting to 7:30 PM Curtains
‘They said: You’re out of your mind’: Luca Guadagnino on directing controversial opera The Death of Klinghoffer
NAB Show Preview: Streaming's next phase and the push to operate smarter
Maryland Extends Theatrical Production Tax Credit Program Through 2032
Utopai Studios’s new PAI model redefines AI-assisted filmmaking process
Tour Acrisure Stadium ahead of the Pittsburgh NFL Draft!
Monday, April 20, 2026
Interview: Playwright Evelina Fernández on The Storyteller of East LA
Shakespeare's Globe hides 113 L-Acoustics fills with L-ISA
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