West End Shows to not have POST-SHOW Stage Door at this time!!

by | Aug 2, 2021 | Blog, News, Shows

A few stage doors

Due to ongoing COVID-19 / Delta Variant cases rising, there are ongoing extreme safety protocols that still have to be dealt with. These last few weeks, some of the hottest tickets in London’s West End sadly will NOT be doing the popular post-show stage door. Some of these shows included….
The updated and inaugural London company of Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre,
The West End return of Heathers – The Musical at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
The West End company of the groundbreaking 9/11 musical Come From Away,
and more.
In case anyone may not know, stage door following a performance of any show whether on Broadway, in London’s West End, or on tour. There, audience members / fans can wait outside to meet members of the cast. As they emerge, they’ll sign autographs and takes photos. In addition, super fans give gifts.
Usually with stage door, it gets very tight. With COVID-19 and Delta Variant still spreading, this is to make sure everyone is healthy, safe, and no one gets sick.
Please take a moment to RESPECT all companies members of every show you see that cannot stage door. We know its hard to NOT get to meet your idols. However at the end of the day, always remember that an actor is just a person. They are all human beings just like you and me. No ranting!!
With Stage Door not happening at this time, there are alternative ways on how you can stay connected to your favorite Broadway and West End performers. When they are not doing 8 shows a week, your favorite performers LOVE to give back to their fans. Throughout this previous past years of the COVID-19 pandemic, they are able to stay connected with you virtually including….
Q&A opportunities – Have a 101 time or get a bunch of friends together on ZOOM to talk about your favorite performer’s careers and life,
Instagram Live chats – Many of them do their best to read ALL comments depending on how fast people type,
Cameo Video Greetings – You can get your favorite performer to send you or someone a HAPPY BIRTHDAY greeting, a piece of advice, and/or to cheer you up,
and
Master Classes – Many of Broadway and West End’s biggest fans are also aspiring performers. Many of them dream to sing for their idols. Now, you can!! Let them teach you the ropes on how to make that perfect impression in the room and get the YES of one day making your Broadway or West End debut. They also give great industry advice, tips with mental health, coping with rejection, and so much more.
Thoughts?!!

Broadway COVID-19 safety protocols; All 41 Theaters to require proof of fully Vaccinated and Masks Required!

by | Jul 30, 2021 | Blog, Broadway, News, Shows

BREAKING NEWS: With COVID-19 and Delta Variant cases still rising, extreme safety precautions have been put for everyone’s health and safety with Broadway’s return. According to a team discussion with Actors’ Equity Association and The Broadway League, ALL 41 BROADWAY THEATERS will have to deal with the following protocols….
1. Showing proof that you’re FULLY VACCINATED either with an FDA or WHO authorized COVID-19 vaccine in order to attend a show.
2. Wearing a face mask for the entire duration of the show. You only take it off if you are eating or drinking in your seat.
This applies to performers, crew members, musicians, creative team members, ushers, and audience members. It’s for everyone’s safety and health!!
There are a few exceptions for those who can’t take the vaccines. For young children under the age of 12 and people with a medical condition or closely held religious belief that prevents vaccination – required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance start time, or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time.
The other big change that sadly will NOT be happening temporary when Broadway returns is the popular post-show STAGE DOOR where fans can get their playbills, photos taken, and meet members of the cast. Please remember this is for the company’s safety and making sure no one gets sick. Most importantly, ACTORS ARE PEOPLE LIKE YOU AND ME!!! No ranting and calling them DIVAS for abandoning the fans.
Theatre owners and operators will begin notifying ticket holders for performances through October 31, 2021, with reminder messaging planned to ensure awareness of the new policies. For performances starting November 2021 and beyond, theatre owners anticipate a review of policies in September, and may include a relaxation of certain provisions if the science dictates.
Thoughts?!!

All 41 Broadway Theatres Will Require Vaccinations and Masks for Audience Members (broadwayworld.com)

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FIRST LOOK: THE SHOW MUST GO ON documentary debuts new trailer; Benefit Premiere at Majestic Theatre this August!!

by | Jul 30, 2021 | Antoinette (Tony) Awards, Backstage with New York Broadway Tours, Blog, Broadway, News

FIRST LOOK: These past 16 1/2 months have truly been a very extreme difficult year for Broadway & Live Theater due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It took effect on so many people. However, the spirit of live Theater always lives on. During this tough time, Theater director Sammi Cannold, Emmy Award®-winning filmmaker Dori Berinstein (Show Business: The Road To Broadway), and Elizabeth Armstrong joined forces to create a brand new powerful documentary for all Theater fans to enjoy.
The documentary entitled THE SHOW MUST GO ON takes Theater lovers on an emotional journey chronicling the race against time to keep the making of Live Theater and the Performing arts alive. Theater was shutdown everywhere except in one place…… South Korea. It follows mainly a group of company members involved in South Korean productions of 2 of Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s legendary musicals….. Cats and The Phantom of the Opera. It also follows Webber fascinated with South Korea’s spirit as part of his ongoing fight for the future of Live Theater. This is an inspirational film about the human spirit…. teamwork, determination, community, and knowing that even in hard times, we’re in this together!!
THE SHOW MUST GO ON will have its world premiere screening on August 9th, 2021 at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre (home of PHANTOM which returns in September 2021). It will also include a set of special appearances and performances from some familiar Broadway faces. Plus, it will serve as a benefit for The Actors Fund.
We are so happy to share with you the trailer for this new powerful documentary right below. Get your tissues now!!!
How powerful was this?!!!

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for THE SHOW MUST GO ON Documentary Video (broadwayworld.com)

Show Must Go On Tickets Broadway Movie Premier

Official details have been announced for DeBlasio’s produced WE LOVE NYC HOMECOMING CONCERT in Central Park next month; Headliners announced!!

by | Jul 27, 2021 | Blog, Festivals & Events, News, Shows

Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson, Bruce Springsteen & More to Perform at WE LOVE NYC: THE HOMECOMING CONCERT
BREAKING NEWS: The biggest names in Entertainment are joining forces and reuniting as we celebrate the return of the Big Apple slowly starting to make its way back to normal. More headliners have been revealed to take part in Mayor Bill de Blasio‘s upcoming New York City homecoming concert next month.
The concert entitled WE LOVE NEW YORK (sponsored by Live Nation) is set for August 21st, 2021 at NYC’s famed Central Park on the Great Lawn. It will feature some familiar superstars no strangers to the world of Broadway including…..
THE BOSS himself Bruce Springsteen – currently back on the Broadway stage reopening the Theaters with an encore engagement of his acoustic solo concert at the St. James Theatre,
The powerhouse Jennifer Hudson – known for her Oscar winning performance in Dreamgirls and the film version of Cats plus appeared in the recent Award winning Broadway revival of The Color Purple,
Hudson’s Color Purple co-star Tony and Grammy winner Cynthia Erivo,
the celebrated performer Barry Manilow – who previously had several concert residencies on the Great Bright Way and preparing to debut his musical HARMONY at the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene coming up,
and
The legendary Paul Simon – who had a short lived stint on Broadway with his cult and controversial hit musical The Capeman.
Other headlining acts will include….
Journey,
and
so much more.
As a celebration of New York City’s comeback, WE LOVE NEW YORK: THE HOMECOMING CONCERT will also be promoting health, safety, and equity. 80% of the tickets will be for free. For those planning to go, you are required show proof of having taken the COVID-19 vaccine in requirement for entry. Face Masks will be optional.
Tickets itself go on sale next week!!
Who is ready to celebrate the return of Live Performances in NYC?!!!

The Public’s MERRY WIVES cancels 2 performances; Company members test Positive for COVID-19!!

by | Jul 21, 2021 | Blog, off broadway, Shows

Merry Wives - Free Shakespeare in the Park
BREAKING NEWS: The Public Theater‘s Shakespeare in the Park’s production of MERRY WIVES have cancelled tonight and tomorrow’s performances at Central Park‘s Delacorte Theatre. It was just reported that a company member has tested POSITIVE for COVID-19. No word has been said if it was a cast or crew member.
With canceling these next 2 performances, the full cast, crew, and staff will once again be dealing with self-isolation and further COVID-19 testing that’s needed. All of this is for the company’s safety and health. Details on the contact will be fully revealed later.
This is a reminder to everyone (even those who have taken the COVID-19 vaccine) to keep following ongoing COVID-19 safety precautions….. Social Distant and continue to wear your face mask!!
We send our love to the entire company of MERRY WIVES. Stay safe and healthy.
Thoughts?