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The Stage Managers’ Association Announces 2021 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management. The 2021 honorees are distinguished theatrical stage managers Ruth E. Kramer and Lynda A. Lavin, television stage manager Arthur Lewis, and in-memoriam legendary Broadway stage manager Charles Allen Blackwell. In addition to these Lifetime Achievement Awards, the SMA will honor the 101 Black Stage Managers celebration with a Special Recognition Award.Read More »The Stage Managers’ Association Announces 2021 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement

Strand Debuts Acclaim LED Series, a Full Luminaire Solution for Smaller Theatrical Spaces

Dallas, TX—Strand a Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) entertainment lighting brand, today announced the Acclaim LED Series, a complete range of theatrical luminaires ideally suited for education theatre spaces, community… Read More »Strand Debuts Acclaim LED Series, a Full Luminaire Solution for Smaller Theatrical Spaces

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Actors’ Equity and Off-Broadway League Reach New Collective Bargaining Agreement

Actors’ Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League recently announced they have reached a new three-year collective bargaining agreement. The agreement reflects a shared commitment to deliver a contract that addresses the challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and includes new workplace safety guidelines and long-term financial stability for stage managers, actors, and producers. The agreement also has new provisions that strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and protocols for addressing issues of harassment and discrimination.Read More »Actors’ Equity and Off-Broadway League Reach New Collective Bargaining Agreement

Museum of Broadway to Open in Times Square in Summer 2022

A rendering of the Broadway Museum. Courtesy of Paul Bennett Architects, PC

 

NEW YORK – The Museum of Broadway, a museum dedicated to the storied history, legendary artistry, and lasting legacy of Broadway musicals, plays, and theaters, will open next summer in the heart of Times Square at 145 West 45th Street.

This interactive and immersive experience, founded by entrepreneur and four-time Tony Award® nominated producer Julie Boardman, and Diane Nicoletti, founder of award-winning experiential agency Rubik Marketing, will offer guests a unique look at the rich history of Broadway, a sneak peek behind-the-scenes, and a chance to personally engage with the “game-changing” shows that redefined Broadway forever.Read More »Museum of Broadway to Open in Times Square in Summer 2022

Wenger Announces New J.R. Clancy PowerLift and PowerLite Hoists

Wenger Corporation announced the new J.R. Clancy PowerLift Hoist with significantly more capability, and the PowerLite hoist, a cost-effective solution with robust flexibility and options. “Our engineering team did it again by creating two hoists that allow us to better serve the needs of theaters and performing arts centers of all sizes,” said Patrick Finn, Wenger Corporation Performing Arts Product Manager. “We built on our proven hoist capabilities to allow more venues to take advantage of the safety and convenience of motorized rigging.”

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