What To Do (Without Broadway!): A Day-to-Day Schedule
Even with Broadway on hold, there's plenty to do. Trust the Broadway.com editors to get you in on the best online events, theater-centric films, TV shows and more!
FRIDAY, MAY 7
I Gotta Home Virtual Play Reading
As part of Roundabout Theatre Company and Black Theatre United's Refocus Project, Steve H. Broadnax III directs this reading of Shirley Graham Du Bois' (above) play, which centers on the Cobb family, who discover that a long-lost sister is quite possibly the heir to a celebrity fortune.
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FRIDAY, MAY 7
We Are More Than One Releases
Olivier winner Michael Ball (above) releases his newest album that serves as a personal reflection of his time in lockdown.
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FRIDAY, MAY 7
Uncle Vanya Airs
The filmed London stage production of Conor McPherson's adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya is available to watch in the U.S. Starring Toby Jones and Richard Armitage (above), Uncle Vanya is released as part of the Great Performances series on PBS.
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FRIDAY, MAY 7
Young Frankenstein West End Recording Releases
Notefornote Music releases the original West End cast recording of Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein. Starring Hadley Fraser (above), Lesley Joseph, Ross Noble, Dianne Pilkington and Summer Strallen, the album was recorded live at the Garrick Theatre.
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FRIDAY, MAY 7
Anastasia Reunion on Stars in the House @ 8PM ET
Broadway Anastasia stars Christy Altomare and Derek Klena (above) reunite with other former cast members Mary Beth Peil, Max von Essen, John Bolton and Caroline O'Connor to reminisce about their time workiing on the musical.
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SATURDAY, MAY 8
Broadway, the Maye Way @ 7PM ET
Cabaret legend Marilyn Maye (above) celebrates her 93rd birthday with a new streaming concert at Feinstein's/54 Below. Filmed live at the venue, audiences can enjoy the show through May 29.
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SUNDAY, MAY 9
The Seth Concert Series: Christine Pedi @ 3PM ET
Forbidden Broadway mainstay Christine Pedi (above) performs a concert with popular personality Seth Rudetsky.
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MONDAY, MAY 10
Amas – You Love!: A Heart to Heart Virtual Celebration @ 6PM ET
Tony winner Lillias White (above) is the evening's honoree for this virtual benefit for Amas Musical Theatre. The event also includes performances from four Amas Musicals, including 4 Guys Named Jose…and una mujer named María!, Distant Thunder, MĀYĀ and Hip Hop Cinderella as well as an original spoken word piece about Amas founder Rosetta LeNoire, composed and written by Rona Siddiqui.
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MONDAY, MAY 10
Broadway by the Year: The Kander and Ebb Years Airs
Town Hall’s long-running series Broadway by the Year highlights the work of songwriters John Kander and Fred Ebb, featuring Beth Leavel and Tony Yazbeck (both above), Ute Lemper and Natascia Diaz. The event is available to view through May 12.
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MONDAY, MAY 10
Spirit of Life @ 5PM ET
Tony winner Kelli O'Hara (above) and Grammy-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell perform at City of Hope's Spirit of Life Award event. The night benefits City of Hope, a world-renowned independent research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
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MONDAY, MAY 10
Young People’s Chorus of New York City’s 2021 Benefit Gala @ 7:30PM ET
Josh Groban (above), Norm Lewis, Aneesa Folds and more perform at the Young People's Chorus' largest fundraiser, which helps to support its year-round programs for more than 2,000 children in New York City and beyond. Famed pianist Lang Lang is the evening's Artistic Honoree.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 12
Drama Releases
Tony-winning set designer David Rockwell (above) shares his creative process along with interviews with his collaborators like producer Jordan Roth, playwright/performer Anna Deavere Smith and more.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 12
Broadway Profiles with Tamsen Fadal Sneak Peek
Check out the latest episode of the only nationally syndicated theater news program! Hosted by Emmy-winning anchor Tamsen Fadal and powered by Broadway.com, the weekly show features interviews with the stars who make Broadway shine bright. Premieres on Broadway.com prior to nationwide broadcast.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 12
Hart Island @ 7PM ET
Watch an excerpt of Michelle Elliott's new musical as as part of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series. Gizel Jiménez (above), Natascia Diaz and Rodney Hicks star in the show about a sorrowful island that serves as a public burial ground for the lonely, forgotten or impoverished of the city.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 12
Cowboy Bob @ 7PM ET
Grace McLean (above) and Ashley Pérez Flanaga perform an excerpt of this new musical as as part of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series. Cowboy Bob tells the story of Peggy Jo who, disguised as “Cowboy Bob” in a fake beard and a 10-gallon hat, was the slickest bank robber Texas has ever known.
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THURSDAY, MAY 13
The 35th Annual MAC Awards @ 7PM ET
Jenifer Lewis (above) receives the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award at the 35th Annual Manhattan Association of Cabarets Awards. Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley are also honored with the Board of Directors Award for their creation of Stars in the House.
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THURSDAY, MAY 13
Tales from the Wings: A Lincoln Center Theater Gala @ 7PM ET
Patti LuPone (above), Audra McDonald, Rosemary Harris, Steven Pasquale, Bartlett Sher, Jordan Donica and more stars share exciting anecdotes paired with archival footage for Lincoln Center Theater's virtual gala. In addition, newly named Resident Director Lileana Blain-Cruz gives a sneak peak at LCT’s upcoming 2021-2022 season. Donations to support LCT’s programming and education programs for NYC public school students are encouraged.
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FRIDAY, MAY 14
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 2 Premieres
The second season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, written by Broadway’s Tim Federle, premieres on Disney+. Broadway’s Andrew Barth Feldman and Roman Banks join the returning cast that features Olivia Rodrigo, Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, Matt Cornett, Larry Saperstein, Julia Lester, Dara Reneé, Frankie Rodriguez, Joe Serafini, Mark St. Cyr and Kate Reinders.
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FRIDAY, MAY 14
Spunk Virtual Play Reading
As part of Roundabout Theatre Company and Black Theatre United's Refocus Project, Lili-Anne Brown directs this reading of Zora Neale Hurston's (above) play, which centers on Spunk, a charismatic, guitar-playing wanderer.
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FRIDAY, MAY 14
Breathe: A New Musical @ 8PM ET
Tony winners Kelli O’Hara and Brian Stokes Mitchell (both above), Patti Murin, Colin Donnell, Denée Benton, Rubén J. Carbajal, Matt Doyle, Max Clayton, Daniel Yearwood, T. Oliver Reid and Josh Davis star in the world premiere of a new musical by author Jodi Picoult and playwright Timothy Allen McDonald. Breathe chronicles COVID-19's impact on five very different relationships with each couple's story told by a different songwriting team and director. Watch the production through July 2.
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FRIDAY, MAY 14
The Door You Never Saw Before: A Choosical Musical Begins
The world premiere of Matt Schatz's live, virtual and interactive theatrical adventure for young audiences premieres as part of Geffen Playhouse's Geffen Stayhouse Series. Directed by Katie Lindsay, The Door You Never Saw Before: A Choosical Musical is designed to take frustrated kids in quarantine on an outrageously fun journey. Available through June 27.
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FRIDAY, MAY 14
We Are Family: Songs of Hope and Unity @ 10PM ET
Judith Light (above) hosts a night featuring performances by Laura Osnes, Gabrielle Ruiz, Morgan James, Rayshun LaMarr and Nova Y. Payton. The concert was filmed at the Meridian International Center in Washington, D.C.
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FRIDAY, MAY 14
Halston Premieres
Ryan Murphy's Netflix series about the life of famed fashion designer Halston premieres. Ewan McGregor stars as Halston with Krysta Rodriguez (as Liza Minnelli!), David Pittu, Sullivan Jones, Rory Culkin and more featured in the cast.
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SATURDAY, MAY 15
Story Time: Simeon's Gift @ 10:30AM ET
Stage and screen legend Julie Andrews (above) joins her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton for a reading of their children's book Simeon's Gifts. Kids and families can follow along on Zoom.
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SUNDAY, MAY 16
Miscast21 Premieres
MCC Theater hosts its annual gala online for the second year in a row. The free broadcast features the biggest stars of stage and screen singing songs from roles in which they would never traditionally be cast. Theater fans from around the world are also joining the celebration.
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SUNDAY, MAY 16
The Seth Concert Series: Laura and Linda Benanti @ 3PM ET
Popular personality Seth Rudetsky hosts mother-daughter duo Laura and Linda Benanti (above) for a joint concert event.
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MONDAY, MAY 17
Night of Covenant House Stars @ 8PM ET
Tony winner Audra McDonald (above) co-hosts a concert special at Covenant House, the international charity providing housing, food and healthcare to children and youth facing homelessness. Participants include Meryl Streep. Dolly Parton, Ryan Reynolds, Stephen Colbert, Rachel Brosnahan, Ariana DeBose, Sara Bareilles, Kelli O'Hara, Laurie Metcalf and more.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 19
Broadway Profiles with Tamsen Fadal Sneak Peek
Check out the latest episode of the only nationally syndicated theater news program! Hosted by Emmy-winning anchor Tamsen Fadal and powered by Broadway.com, the weekly show features interviews with the stars who make Broadway shine bright. Premieres on Broadway.com prior to nationwide broadcast.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 19
Our Town @ 8PM ET
In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this reading of Thornton Wilder's masterpiece benefits the National Asian American Theatre Company. The all-Asian American cast stars Midori Francis Iwama (above) as Emily Webb, Amy Hill as the Stage Manager and Trevor Salter as George Gibbs.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 19
1 Show/3 Choreographers @ 7PM ET
New York Theatre Barn presents its first choreography lab of the year. Lorin Latarro (above), Denis Jones and JoAnn M. Hunter team up with up-and-coming choreographers to explore excerpts from the original musical The Lesson, a fantastical reimagining of a chance encounter between a revolutionary Beethoven and a more-established Mozart in Vienna in 1787.
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THURSDAY, MAY 20
A Virtual Hot Pink Evening @ 8PM ET
Mandy Gonzalez (above), Sir Elton John, Neil Patrick Harris & David Burtka, Sebastian Arcelus, Will Chase, Kathryn Gallagher, Orfeh & Andy Karl, Karlie Kloss, Laura Osnes, Adam Pascal and many more stars support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation's gala. The night is in support of a global legion of 275 scientists pursuing high-impact research that is saving lives.
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THURSDAY, MAY 20
Life in Stages Series: Sophie Okonedo @ 2PM ET
Tony winner Sophie Okonedo (above) sits down for a conversation as part of the National Theatre's Life in Stages series. Filmed on the empty Lyttelton stage, each pre-recorded episode sees the artists reflect on their theater careers.
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FRIDAY, MAY 21
Wine in the Wilderness Virtual Play Reading
As part of Roundabout Theatre Company and Black Theatre United's Refocus Project, Dominique Rider directs this reading of Alice Childress' (above) play, which centers on struggling artist Bill Jameson, who is working on his masterpiece: a triptych representing the different aspects of Black womanhood.
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FRIDAY, MAY 21
The 87th Annual Drama League Awards @ 7PM ET
The winners of the 2021 Drama League Awards are announced during this prerecorded event. This year, the League highlights extraordinary digital theatrical productions released during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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FRIDAY, MAY 21
Uncorked with Broadway @ 8PM ET
Laura Dreyfuss (above), Alfie Boe, Laura Benanti, Megan Hilty, Danny Burstein, Elaine Paige and many more stage stars come together to support Teen Cancer America for this virtual wine tasting and music showcase. The live video event benefits teens and young adults with cancer and features appearances and performances by Broadway stars, along with top sommeliers presenting four wines.
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SATURDAY, MAY 22
Together Center Stage @ 8PM ET
Tony winner Heather Headley (above) headlines Goodman Theatre's 2021 virtual gala. Headley was directed by Goodman Theatre Artistic Director Robert Falls in Aida and will be joined by Chicago artists Sydney Charles, Lucy Godínez, Bethany Thomas and more.
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SUNDAY, MAY 23
The Seth Concert Series: Lilli and Chuck Cooper @ 3PM ET
Popular personality Seth Rudetsky hosts Tony winner Chuck Cooper and his daughter, Tony nominee Lilli Cooper (above), for a concert and conversation.
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SUNDAY, MAY 23
Broadway Barks Across America @ 7PM ET
For the second year in a row, Broadway Barks is presented digitally by co-founder Bernadette Peters (above). Celebrities introduce viewers to adoptable pets from shelters across the country.
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MONDAY, MAY 24
Broadway by the Year: The Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber Years Airs
Town Hall’s long-running series Broadway by the Year honors Andrew Lloyd Webber in a concert featuring Ali Ewoldt and Ethan Slater (both above), Max von Essen and Liz Callaway. Audiences can view the event through May 26.
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MONDAY, MAY 24
Monday Night at the Apollo @ 2:30PM ET
& Juliet Olivier Award winner Cassidy Janson (above), Olivier Award nominee Aimie Atkinson, Lucie Jones, Cedric Neal and Julian Ovenden are on the roster for the inaugural evening of this concert series. Hosted by Greg Barnett, each show will be performed in front of socially-distanced audiences at the Apollo Theatre in London and simultaneously livestreamed.
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TUESDAY, MAY 25
Playing the Palace Releases
Playwright Paul Rudnick (above) releases his new LGBTQ+ romance novel about a New York event planner and England’s gay Crown Prince, Edgar.
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TUESDAY, MAY 25
Empress Mei Li Lotus Blossom @ 7PM ET
Abingdon Theatre Company presents this short film written and directed by Christine Toy Johnson that tells the story of a Teaneck-born Asian American actress who poses as an exotic Hong Kong movie star so she can get her shot at Broadway. Reggie Lee moderates a talkback with the cast and creative team after the viewing that celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 26
Broadway Profiles with Tamsen Fadal Sneak Peek
Check out the latest episode of the only nationally syndicated theater news program! Hosted by Emmy-winning anchor Tamsen Fadal and powered by Broadway.com, the weekly show features interviews with the stars who make Broadway shine bright. Premieres on Broadway.com prior to nationwide broadcast.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 26
The Loophole @ 7PM ET
John-Michael Lyles (above), Jay Adana and Zeniba Now perform an excerpt of their new musical as as part of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series. The Loophole follows Polly Danfield, a brilliant Black mapmaker who has never left her white father's house and the choice she must make.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 26
The Bridge @ 7PM ET
Kathleen Wrinn and Peter Hodgson (above) present an excerpt of their new musical as as part of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series. The Bridge is based on the love story that built the Brooklyn Bridge and follows what happens when Emily Roebling must secretly take her husband’s place as chief engineer in an era half a century before women were allowed to vote.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
The Niceties Begins
Manhattan Theatre Club premieres a special new adaptation of The Niceties, written directly for the virtual stage by its playwright Eleanor Burgess. Original stars Lisa Banes and Jordan Boatman (above) reunite for the drama that follows an ambitious young Black college student and her esteemed white professor as they meet over Skype to discuss a paper about the American Revolution and what happens when they find it hard to agree. See the show through June 13.
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SUNDAY, MAY 30
The Seth Concert Series: George Salazar @ 3PM ET
Be More Chill star George Salazar (above) performs a concert with popular personality Seth Rudetsky.
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SUNDAY, MAY 30
National Memorial Day Concert: A Night of Remembrance @ 8PM ET
Broadway's Brian D'arcy James (above) is among the all-star lineup for the PBS special honoring American heroes. The pre-taped event also features performances and appearances from Sara Bareilles, the National Symphony Orchestra, Gladys Knight and more. Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise host.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2
The Show Must Go On! Live at the Palace Theatre Begins
For four performances, the stars of West End shows, including Wicked, Six, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Come From Away, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Dear Evan Hansen, & Juliet and more will perform from the Palace Theatre to benefit Acting For Others and the Fleabag Support Fund.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 5
Ovation: Imagine @ 6PM ET
Tony winner John Gallagher Jr. (above), Raúl Esparza, Kuhoo Verma and more perform at Berkeley Repertory Theatre's gala to honor the 20th anniversary of the organization's School of Theatre and to celebrate the anticipated reopening of its doors this fall. Expect a few sneak peeks of the upcoming season.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 5
Spring Celebration @ 7:30PM ET
Sara Bareilles (above) joins American Repertory Theater at Harvard University for its biggest event of the year. The one-hour live program features appearances and performances by beloved A.R.T. artists and a tribute to departing Executive Producer Diane Borger.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 6
The Seth Concert Series: Alex Newell @ 3PM ET
Popular personality Seth Rudetsky hosts Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist star Alex Newell (above) for performance and conversation.
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MONDAY, JUNE 7
Curtain Up, Light the Lights! @ 8PM ET
Tony winner Jane Krakowski (above) headlines the Roundabout Theatre Company's annual gala. Krakowski is joined by the New York Pops and her Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt co-star Tituss Burgess in a concert specfically created for the occasion.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9
Becoming Dr. Ruth Begins
Tovah Feldshuh (above) stars as the legendary Dr. Ruth Westheimer in Mark St. Germain's play through California's North Coast Repertory Theatre. David Ellenstein directs the production that tells the extraordinary true story of the real-life radio and television sex therapist and her rise to fame. Available through July 4.
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THURSDAY, JUNE 10
The New Classics: Songs from the New Golden Age of Musical Theater @ 8PM ET
Tony winner Gavin Creel (above), Nikki Renée Daniels, Norm Lewis and more star in Lyric Opera of Chicago's cabaret.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 11
In the Heights Premieres
The movie adaptation of the Tony-winning musical In the Heights is available to stream on HBO Max the same day it arrives in theaters.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 11
Announcement of 2021 Pulitzer Prize Winners @ 1PM ET
The Pulitzer Prize Board announces the 2021 awards for journalism, books, music and drama. For the 2021 drana award, eligible entries may include plays that were scheduled to be produced in theaters in 2020 but were postponed or canceled due to the pandemic. In addition, plays produced and performed in places other than theaters, including outside, in site-specific venues or online, are also eligible.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 11
In the Heights Soundtrack Releases
The soundtrack for the movie adaptation of the Tony-winning musical of the same name by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes is now available.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 11
A Cold Supper Behind Harrods @ 2:30PM ET
Stars David Jason, Stephanie Cole and Anton Lesser reunite for a semi-staged rehearsed reading of the popular BBC Radio 4 play. David Morley's work follows three Special Operations Executive agents who meet once again to record interviews for a television documentary investigating the murder of their colleague at the hands of the Gestapo.
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SUNDAY, June 13
The Seth Concert Series: Matthew Morrison @ 3PM ET
Stage and screen star Matthew Morrison performs a special concert with popular personality Seth Rudetsky.
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TUESDAY, JUNE 15
In the Heights: Finding Home Releases
In the Heights creators Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes team up with author Jeremy McCarter for their new book that chronicles the creation of the Tony-winning musical. Previously untold stories, behind-the-scenes photos and more await readers.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 20
To Catch a Spy Premieres @ 8PM ET
Broadway couple Patti Murin and Colin Donnell (above) star in a new Hallmark mystery movie that takes viewers through the grand reopening of the Hotel Optima in Malta and what happens when Chloe (Murin) overhears an altercation happening through the air vent of her hotel room and then sees someone fall to their death.
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SUNDAY, June 20
The Seth Concert Series: Jenn Colella @ 3PM ET
Tony nominee Jenn Colella (above) joins Seth Rudetsky for a concert and conversation.
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TUESDAY, JUNE 22
2021 Virtual International Thespian Festival Begins
Michael James Scott (above), stage manager Cody Renard Richard, Arbender Robinson and more take part in the 2021 Virtual International Thespian Festival. The annual event unites high school theater students and teachers for a week of workshops, performances, college auditions, and networking opportunities.
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SUNDAY, June 27
The Seth Concert Series: Leslie Uggams @ 3PM ET
Popular personality Seth Rudetsky hosts Tony winner Leslie Uggams (above) for songs and chat.
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MONDAY, JULY 12
Broadway Teachers Workshop Begins
Josh Groban (above), Brian Stokes Mitchell, Alan Menken, Joe Mantello, Devon Glover, Michael Feinstein, Andrea Martin and Christian Borle appear as educators for the 2021 Broadway Teachers Workshop, an online series of workshops scheduled for July 12-16. This year's week-long event focuses on preparing for the post-COVID academic year.
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THURSDAY, JULY 15
2021 Jimmy Awards
This national talent showcase celebrates high school students from across the country and features dynamic ensemble and solo performances. Presented by the Broadway League Foundation, 20 scholarships are set to be awarded at this year's show.
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FRIDAY, JULY 16
Schmigadoon! Premieres
Alan Cumming and Cecily Strong (above) star alongside Keegan-Michael Key, Kristin Chenoweth, Jane Krakowski, Aaron Tveit, Ariana DeBose, Ann Harada, Fred Armisen, Jaime Camil and Dove Cameron in this new musical comedy series.
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
Putting It Together Releases
Three-time Tony winner James Lapine (above) releases a book about the creative process on one of his most beloved musicals: Sunday in the Park with George! Putting It Together: How Stephen Sondheim and I Created 'Sunday in the Park with George'. It takes readers inside the two-year process of turning Georges Seurat’s masterwork Sunday on the Island of La Grand Jatte into a Broadway musical.
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
Bumpkin To Broadway Releases
Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner Kerry Ellis (above) releases her autobiography via Playdead Press. The book explores the career of the West End and Broadway star, who wowed audiences as the first British lead in the West End production of Wicked.
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
Remember to Dream, Ebere Releases
Tony winner Cynthia Erivo (above) releases her first book for young readers that tells the tale of a mother and child and the dreams they build together.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1
Diana Releases
The filmed version of Broadway's Diana, the bio-musical about Princess Diana of Wales, is available to stream on Netflix. Featuring the original Broadway company, the production was filmed on the stage of the Longacre Theater without an audience.
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