Introducing our latest releases, hot off the presses and ready for your stage! Dive into the newest offerings from Broadway Licensing Global! New Plays Jaja’s African Hair Braiding by Jocelyn Bioh 2024 Tony Award® Nominee for Best Play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in Harlem is a salon full of funny, whip-smart, talented women ready to make you look and feel …
15 Must-See Musicals and Plays to Honor and Celebrate Memorial Day
As Memorial Day approaches, it’s a perfect time to reflect and celebrate through the arts. We’ve curated a list of fifteen powerful musicals and plays that capture the spirit of remembrance and honor those who have served. From stirring war-time stories to heartfelt tributes, these performances offer a poignant and entertaining way to commemorate the holiday. Join us as we …
Trending Titles: Week of May 20, 2024
What’s hot at Broadway Licensing Global? Check out the top trending titles of the week from Broadway Licensing, Dramatists Play Service, and Playscripts. The Mountain Song Book, Music, and Lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co. The Mountain Song is the tale of a carpenter who climbs mountains and traverses rivers in order to attend his daughter’s wedding – without a clue as to where it’s …
A Spotlight on Jewish American Theatre: Celebrating Heritage on Stage
During the month of May, we reflect on the journey of Jewish people in America and their stories that have been shared on the stage. Here, we’ve curated a list of titles that tackle their experiences and transcend cultural borders. My Name is Asher Lev by Aaron Posner, adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok My Name is Asher Lev …
13 Contemporary Comedies We Love
Looking for a good laugh? With witty dialogue, laugh-out-loud characters, and unbelievable plot twists, we’re big fans of these contemporary comedic plays. Dive into our selection and discover the brilliance of playwrights who masterfully blend humor with storytelling, ensuring any audience has an unforgettable theatrical experience. Great for Community Theatres Jaja’s African Hair Braiding by Jocelyn Bioh Jaja’s African …
Pioneering Magic: Inside the Pilot Production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at Hoboken High School
In the vibrant world of high school theatre, staging a production as iconic as Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is both a daunting and exhilarating challenge. We had the opportunity to delve into this ambitious endeavor with Danielle Miller, Supervisor of Performing Arts for Hoboken Public Schools, and Derek Kinnear, High School Theatre Educator and Director at Hoboken High …
10 Dramas Any Theatre Can Produce
Looking for captivating drama to grace your stage? Whether you’re a seasoned theatre troupe or just starting out, the power of a well-executed play can transform an audience’s experience. From timeless classics to contemporary favorites, we’ve curated a list of dramatic plays that any theatre, big or small, can produce. Casting will be a cinch because these shows require 10 …
Spotlight on Naomi Iizuka: Discover the Drama
Naomi Iizuka is a dynamic force in contemporary American theatre, renowned for her captivating storytelling and bold exploration of cultural identity, memory, and human connection. Playscripts takes pride in representing a diverse array of Iizuka’s works. Anon(ymous) by Naomi Iizuka Separated from his mother, a young refugee called Anon journeys through the United States, encountering a wide variety of people …
Trending Titles: Week of May 13, 2024
What’s hot at Broadway Licensing Global? Check out the top trending titles of the week from Broadway Licensing, Dramatists Play Service, and Playscripts. Disenchanted (High School Edition) Book, Music, Lyrics by Dennis T. Giacino, Developed with Fiely Matias Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit musical that’s anything but Grimm. The original storybook heroines are none-too-happy with …
Unlock Heartfelt Moments: Must-Read Titles for Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, honor the incredible women who’ve shaped our lives by delving into stories of mothers from different walks of life and mothers who parent from various points of view. Explore our selections and Happy Mother’s Day! A Kid Like Jake by Daniel Pearle On the eve of the admissions cycle for Manhattan’s most exclusive private schools, Alex and …