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arts-and-entertainment2 years ago

"Top Theater Productions and Performances of 2023: 'Merrily We Roll Along,' 'Spamalot,' and More"

Here are the top theater experiences of 2023, including "Jaja's African Hair Braiding," "Angels in America: Millennium Approaches," "Ragtime," "Operation Mincemeat," "English," "Monty Python's Spamalot," "Guys and Dolls," "Sunset Boulevard," "Merrily We Roll Along," "Stereophonic," and "King Lear." These productions showcased exceptional performances, clever writing, and immersive experiences that captivated audiences throughout the year.

via The Washington Post|
#arts-and-entertainment#best-of-2023#performances
arts-and-culture2 years ago

"The Most-Produced Playwright and Play of the 2023-24 Season: Lynn Nottage's 'What the Constitution Means to Me'"

Lynn Nottage tops the list of the most-produced playwrights for the 2023-24 season, followed by Ken Ludwig and Heidi Schreck. The list also includes notable names such as August Wilson, Selina Fillinger, and Kate Hamill. A trend observed is the prominence of literary adapters and book writers for musicals. The list features names like Ken Ludwig, Jeffrey Hatcher, Lauren Gunderson, and Kate Hamill. The inclusion of book writers pays tribute to both late and living writers, including Joe Masteroff, Howard Ashman, and Harvey Fierstein. The article highlights the importance of a balanced theater programming that includes new plays, musicals, and literary adaptations.

via American Theatre|
#arts-and-culture#literary-adaptations#musicals
entertainment2 years ago

Hollywood Faces Scheduling Crunch and Solidarity Limits After Labor Strike

As Hollywood prepares to resume production after the recent strikes, anxieties arise regarding cast availabilities, crew availability, and scheduling conflicts. The strikes have disrupted production schedules, leading to debates about priority and conflicts between projects. Concerns also arise about crew shortages and the competition between interrupted shoots and new productions. The timing of reaching an agreement between SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP is crucial, as a delay could push production start dates back several months. Despite the challenges, the industry's desire to make up for lost time could provide opportunities for those who have been out of work.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#hollywood#post-work-stoppage-future
entertainment2 years ago

SAG-AFTRA Grants Waivers for David Lowery's 'Mother Mary' and Rebel Wilson's 'Bride Hard'

SAG-AFTRA has approved certain independent productions, including David Lowery's "Mother Mary" and Rebel Wilson's "Bride Hard," to continue filming during the Hollywood strike. Independent projects not affiliated with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers can apply for waivers to continue production, allowing members to work without violating the strike order. Waivers are also granted for short films, live-action micro-budget productions, independent new-media productions, student films, commercials, and audio content. Major movies affected by the strike include "Deadpool 3," Ridley Scott's "Gladiator" sequel, and Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible 8."

via Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#hollywood#productions
entertainment2 years ago

Hollywood Strikes: Impact on Star Trek, Residuals, and Industry Workers

The ongoing actors' strike by the SAG-AFTRA union is set to impact Star Trek productions and promotions, including summer conventions. The strike, which is the first general actors' strike in decades, has halted live-action production for upcoming Star Trek projects, delayed the release of the final season of Star Trek: Discovery, and may affect the completion and release of future animated seasons. The strike also prohibits actors from participating in promotions and publicity for previously completed projects, including interviews and panel appearances. The impact on conventions, such as San Diego Comic-Con and the 57-Year Mission convention in Las Vegas, remains uncertain. Paramount may need to reconsider its Star Trek plans and could potentially scale back the franchise due to the strikes and financial pressures.

via TrekMovie|
#actors-strike#entertainment#hollywood
entertainment2 years ago

International Writers' Guilds Unite in Solidarity Against Potential Strike.

The Writers’ Guild of Great Britain (WGGB) has instructed its members not to accept work from the Writers Guild of America (WGA) if a strike goes ahead in the US. The WGGB issued the directive after its Executive Council passed a motion to support the WGA in its ongoing negotiations with the AMPTP. The move poses a headache for US studios who may have been considering moving productions to the UK in the event of a strike, or seeking British writers. Yesterday, the WGA opened voting for strike authorization, which will continue through to April 17.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#negotiations#productions
entertainment2 years ago

Ariana DeBose to Host 2023 Tony Awards for Second Year, Eligibility Rulings Announced.

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has confirmed the eligibility of seven Broadway productions for the 2022-2023 season, including Between Riverside and Crazy, Pictures From Home, A Doll's House, Parade, Bob Fosse's Dancin', Bad Cinderella, and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The eligibility cut-off date is April 27, 2023, and nominations will be announced on May 2, 2023. The Tony Awards will air live on June 11, 2023, from United Palace Theatre in New York City.

via Broadway World|
#broadway#eligibility#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Hollywood's COVID-19 Safety Protocols Set to Expire Soon

Hollywood's Covid protocols will expire on May 12, and the vaccination mandate will end for all productions except those that were implemented prior to May 12. The Return-to-Work Agreement, which had been set to expire on April 30, 2021, will now continue to remain in effect through May 11, 2023. Unions signing off on the agreement to end the protocols include the DGA, SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Teamsters Local 399, IBEW Local 40, LiUNA! Local 724, OPCMIA Local 755 and UA Local 78.

via Deadline|
#covid-protocols#entertainment#hollywood