Broadway’s 2024 season is brimming with various shows spanning genres and themes, showcasing the talents of renowned actors and creative teams. These shows represent a mix of adaptations, revivals, and new works, each offering unique perspectives and storytelling. For educators and students in theatre, this lineup provides a rich tapestry of...

I believe we stand on the shoulders of those who came before us, and think it is imperative to learn from our past in order to build the future. The story we tell inside The Museum of Broadway is centered around this idea. We then take it a step further to pull back the curtain and show people how a Broadway show is made…that it all starts wit...

In the heart of American educational theater, one name echoes with remarkable reverence: Don Zolidis. As the most produced playwright in America, Don’s story is not just a playwright’s success but a journey that has inspired and shaped the landscape of school theater across the nation and beyond. Originally from Wisconsin, Zolidis received...

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As a theater teacher, you pour your heart and soul into every production you bring to life. However, sometimes things don’t go as planned, and a disappointing production experience can leave you feeling discouraged and unsure of how to move forward. Remember, setbacks are a natural part of the creative process and present valuable opportunit...

On a recent seemingly ordinary Wednesday morning, makeup artist Michael “Mikey” Clifton experienced something far from the usual. Like many commuters, he was casually browsing through his Instagram feed when he stumbled upon something truly exceptional. It was none other than the makeup look he had meticulously crafted for the announcement of ...

ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence, in partnership with The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and a roster of eminent Washington D.C.-area theaters, will serve as the linchpin of a nationwide, multi-city reading happening on November 6, 2023. The winning plays, selected by an illustrious panel of renowned playwrights including Idris Goodwin, L...

The prop room may be one of the most magical spaces in a theatre—a treasure trove of items that breathe life into a performance, each piece capable of telling its own story. Yet, high school theatre teachers and directors know that this enchanted world also comes with its own set of challenges. Where do you turn when the script calls for that 17...

For theatre educators, choosing a production can feel like a serious predicament. On the one hand, you want to provide Thespians with an opportunity to challenge themselves and explore complex source material. On the other, there’s the very real risk that a controversial choice can put your role and program in jeopardy. Unfortunately, more educa...

Tech week—the final stretch of a theatrical production—is an exhilarating yet challenging phase for any high school theatre director. It’s the moment when countless hours of rehearsals and creative collaboration converge into a seamless, polished performance. But with so much at stake, surviving Tech Week requires meticulous planning and...