As Earth Day approaches, it is important to take a moment and reflect on the state of our planet. Climate change, deforestation, pollution, and the extinction of species are just some of the challenges we face as a global community. It’s a time to consider the impact of our actions and to ask ourselves what we can do to make …
Jocelyn Bioh’s Playwright’s Picks
Broadway Book Club is proud to present its next subscription box of Playwright’s Picks by Jocelyn Bioh, an award-winning Ghanaian-American writer/performer from New York City. She has written numerous plays that explore themes of identity, race, gender, and culture, including the widely acclaimed “School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play,” “Nollywood Dreams,” and “Merry Wives of Windsor, Texas.” Her …
Win One of Five Free Licenses to Produce The 24 Hour Plays!
Looking for a way to bring your community together? How about a chance to act, write, and/or direct plays that have never been seen before and may never be seen again? If you’re on the hunt for a theatrical experience unlike any other, The 24 Hour Plays is the perfect solution – a time-tested, time-limited theater making extravaganza now available from …
Celebrating Women’s History Month
We are proud to be Celebrating Women’s History Month with these stories written about and by women! Checkout the list below curated from the Dramatists Play Service and Playscripts Catalogue.
Keen Company Presents: Lynn Nottage’s Crumbs from the Table of Joy
Crumbs from the Table of Joy is receiving its first New York City revival since its 1995 premiere! Check out what Keen Company has to say about their production: “Off-Broadway’s Keen Company is thrilled to present the first New York revival of Crumbs from the Table of Joy by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and directed by Colette Robert! …
Opening Night at THE WANDERERS with Anna Ziegler, Katie Holmes, and more!
March 2, 2023 “This absorbing, twisty, and thoughtful play is the finest play of the year!” -Charles Isherwood, The Wall Street Journal Anna Ziegler’s newest play, The Wanderers, had its New York premiere at Roundabout Theatre Company on February 15. Click the image below to hear Anna, cast members Katie Holmes and Sarah Cooper, and the company talk about how …
Plays to Read on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
As one of the most important figures in American history, it is no wonder why the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is often dramatized for the stage. Check out these compelling plays that explore and cement King’s legacy and influence.
Spring Musicals That Will Pack the House
How is it already the spring semester? With the holidays out of the way, your mind is probably geared toward planning your springtime musical. Are you looking for a big ensemble piece for your whole drama club? How about a show direct from Broadway with a minimal set? Or even a zany, dark tale that is rocking it with the …
One-Act Selection Guide
One-act competition season is right around the corner, have you selected your show? We’re here to help! Follow this handy guide for everything you need to know about selecting, producing, and licensing a one-act for UIL, ITF, or any other one-act showcase you participate in. How to Pick a One-Act Competition Licensing Q&A One-Acts Everyone Should Have in Their Library
Starting your theatre streaming journey
Streaming is the future of theatre. Haven’t streamed yet? Feel intimidated by all the tech and fees? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. We’re partnering with Stellar Tickets to make streaming easy, affordable, and fun for all theatres. What is Stellar Tickets? What is a Live/Video Archival License? Why should I stream my show? What does streaming cost? How do I …