2024 was a banner year for Broadway Licensing Global filled with exciting new shows and critically-acclaimed productions. As we look forward to another year of theatrical magic, let’s dive into shows that made “Best of 2024” lists! Oh, Mary! by Cole Escola Included in Vulture‘s The Best Theatre of 2024, Jackson McHenry says of Oh, Mary!, “Its charms lie in …
Interview with a Playwright: Anna Ziegler
Anna Ziegler is an award-winning American playwright and poet, whose work has been produced on the West End and at major theaters around the United States, Australia, Japan, Italy, Germany, India, and Sweden. A graduate of Yale University, Anna holds master’s degrees in poetry from The University of East Anglia (UK) and in dramatic writing from NYU. Her play Photograph …
Broadway Licensing Brings Holiday Charm to Life with Musical, Christmas in Connecticut
Broadway Licensing, the dedicated musical imprint of Broadway Licensing Global, is excited to announce the addition of the new and joyful holiday musical, Christmas in Connecticut, to its catalog. Based on the beloved 1945 Warner Bros. Pictures film, this contemporary musical adaptation features a book by Patrick Pacheco and Erik Forrest Jackson, music by Tony Award-nominee Jason Howland, and lyrics …
6 Tips for Innovative Set Design on a Budget
In the world of theatre, the magic of a performance doesn’t just rely on the actors or the script; it’s also immensely enhanced by the world they inhabit on stage. However, creating this world often comes with a notable challenge: budget constraints. But fear not! A limited budget does not mean limited creativity. In fact, it often spurs some of …
Pre-Holiday Sale Starts Now—Shop the Deals!
Our Pre-Holiday Sale is here! Get ahead of the holiday rush with fantastic deals. Shop now to snag exclusive discounts before they’re gone, and start your holiday season with big savings! BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Deal #1: Dive into these Arthur Miller & Tennessee Williams classics for as low as $10! Death of a Salesman All My Sons After the …
Broadway-Aimed Anne of Green Gables: A New Musical Joins Broadway Licensing
Broadway Licensing, the flagship musical imprint of Broadway Licensing Global, proudly announces its acquisition of Matte O’Brien and Matt Vinson’s Anne of Green Gables: A New Musical. Also home to play imprints, Dramatists Play Service and Playscripts, BLG is currently represented on Broadway by Oh, Mary, recently featured by Water for Elephants, and soon to be represented by the highly …
Plays with All-Female Casts
These plays with all-female casts shatter stereotypes and showcase the immense talent of female performers, while serving as a testament to the enduring power of women’s narratives in the arts. Join us as we celebrate the strength, complexity, and diversity of female characters on stage. anthropology by Lauren Gunderson Merril has been spending more time with her sister Angie lately, …
Perfect Audition Songs for Musicals
Auditions can be nerve-wracking, but having the right song in your repertoire can make all the difference. Whether you’re seeking a specific role, showcasing your vocal range, or simply hoping to make a memorable impression, selecting the perfect audition song is a crucial step. It’s more than just hitting the notes—your song choice should reflect your personality, highlight your strengths, …
The Power of the Vignette Play
By B.D. Samuels There are some plays that educators and producers come back to time and time again, whether that’s in a classroom or a full production. Almost, Maine has remained one of the most-produced titles in North American high schools for over a decade now, topping this list for the majority of that time. What is the key to its …
New George S. Kaufman Website Offers Helpful Tools for Producers & Educators
The life and works of legendary playwright George S. Kaufman and his collaborators are being celebrated in an updated and revised legacy website: georgeskaufman.com. The site offers an in-depth look into Kaufman’s extensive body of work, highlighting his many collaborations with celebrated figures like Moss Hart, the Gershwins, Edna Ferber, the Marx Brothers, and Irving Berlin. Curated by Laurence Maslon, a theatre …