Articles by Concord Theatricals

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November 7, 2024

Unlikely Friendships in Musicals

A lion, a scarecrow, a tin man and a farm girl? A dog and a bird? A glamorous evangelist and a two-bit criminal? Somehow, these mismatched individuals find the joy of friendship in musicals from Concord Theatricals.
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November 5, 2024

Women Across Generations: Shows Featuring Female Characters of All Ages

These dynamic plays and musicals feature older women and younger women interacting – as mothers and daughters, mentors and students, or friends and colleagues.
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October 15, 2024

UK Amateur Theatre Season Planning Guide 2024-25

Need some fresh ideas for your next theatre show? Concord Theatricals has you covered! Here’s a dynamic selection of celebrated and noteworthy titles that would be perfect for you and your audience.
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October 3, 2024

Thank You, Teachers

To honor the wonderful educators who motivate young theatre artists, Concord Theatricals authors thank their most inspiring teachers.
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October 2, 2024

The Latest from @ConcordShows: Fall ’24

As the curtain rises on the fall season, the days grow darker – but the spotlight shines brighter! Stay up-to-date with the latest theatre news from Concord Theatricals US here.
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October 2, 2024

The Latest from @ConcordUKShows: Autumn ’24

The weather may be cooling down, but things are heating up at Concord Theatricals! Catch up on the latest news from our London office.
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September 25, 2024

Community Theatre: Your Guide to Season Planning

Need some fresh show ideas for your community theatre? Concord Theatricals is here to help! Find your next hit in this dynamic selection of celebrated and noteworthy titles for your next season.
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September 19, 2024

Beyond the Musical: TYA Plays from Concord Theatricals

Flying peaches! Witches! Dragons! Aesop’s Fables! Commedia dell’arte! We’re highlighting some TYA plays featuring wonderful characters, unique experiences and a variety of styles to delight your young audiences.
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September 6, 2024

Magnifying Theatrical Mysteries: Plays and Musicals Featuring Sherlock Holmes

These Concord Theatricals titles featuring the great detective offer suspense, chills and surprises – all the thrills associated with great mystery theatre.
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August 29, 2024

QUIZ: Which Character from Heathers The Musical Are You?

Ms. Fleming might think that all teenagers are the same, but we know that each student at Westerberg High is beautiful in their own way! Take the quiz below to find out which iconic character from Heathers The Musical is most like you.
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August 28, 2024

Surrendering to Connection: A Conversation with No One Is Forgotten Author Winter Miller

Miller’s dark, moving one-act, which follows the relationship between hostages Lali and Beng, has reached the hearts of an array of theatergoers.
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August 7, 2024

Sarah Ruhl’s Becky Nurse of Salem at Trinity Rep Shines a Light on the Marginalized in America

Director Curt Columbus and lead actor Angela Brazil discuss Sarah Ruhl’s brilliant dramatic comedy Becky Nurse of Salem, which they recently presented at Trinity Rep in Providence, Rhode Island.
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July 30, 2024

2024 Edinburgh Fringe Spotlight

As the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival fast approaches, here’s a quick guide to Concord Theatrical shows for you to discover.
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July 30, 2024

Titanic Words, by Joe Iconis

Joe Iconis, celebrated composer/lyricist of several hit shows, including Be More Chill, Family Album and Things to Ruin, shares his reaction to Maury Yeston and Peter Stone’s revelatory musical Titanic.
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July 9, 2024

The Latest from @ConcordShows: Summer ’24

Are you up to date on the latest news from Concord Theatricals? Catch up on US highlights from the summer season, including award wins, cast album releases and exciting new titles for your stage.
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July 9, 2024

The Latest from @ConcordUKShows: Summer ’24

As the temperature rises, things are heating up at Concord Theatricals! Catch up on the latest news from our UK office, including new recordings, exciting licensing updates, Olivier Awards wins and more.
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June 26, 2024

UK Schools Season Planning 2024-25

Ahead of the next school year, here’s a look at the things that students (and teachers) learn from putting on a show! These marvellous Concord Theatricals plays and musicals are sorted into categories focused on learning.
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June 19, 2024

Love, Sex, and the I.R.S. – Delighting Audiences for 45 Years

To celebrate the 45th anniversary of this uproarious farce, we spoke to co-author Billy Van Zandt — and the directors of a few recent productions – to explore the show’s continued success with audiences and creatives alike.
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June 13, 2024

A Pan of Buttermilk Biscuits: Purlie Victorious and Sustenance

Hasna Muhammad, daughter of playwright/actor Ossie Davis, reflects on her father’s play Purlie Victorious and its connection to food and sustenance.
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June 5, 2024

Tony Award-Winning Plays and Musicals from Concord Theatricals

Peruse the Concord Theatricals shows that have been honored over the years on Broadway’s biggest night.
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May 20, 2024

A Conversation with Richard Conlon at Hope Springs

In Richard Conlon’s dynamic play Hope Springs, rebellion breaks out at a privately run youth correction facility located on a remote island. We sat down with the playwright to discuss his play for young actors.
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May 16, 2024

Meeting Charles Ludlam: An Excerpt from Charles Busch’s Memoir, Leading Lady

In this excerpt from his memoir, Leading Lady (Smart Pop, 2023), playwright and actor Charles Busch recounts the moment when he first encountered groundbreaking writer/performer Charles Ludlam, marking the historical union of two theatre greats.
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April 30, 2024

Axoloris: The Musical – A Conversation with Creator Sean Mendelson

Axoloris: The Musical is an uplifting TYA musical addressing climate change. We caught up with the show’s creator, Sean Mendelson, to discuss his inspiration, vision and hopes for the future.
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April 27, 2024

A Planning Guide for University Theatre – 2024/5 Season

From classic showstoppers to innovative contemporary works, these plays and musicals are ideal for your upcoming production or showcase at university or drama school.
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April 22, 2024

K-12 Theatre: Your Guide to Season Planning

In search of inspiration for your next K-12 theatre season? Concord Theatricals has got you covered! We’ve created a hand-picked selection of plays and musicals to fit a variety of needs.
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April 4, 2024

The Latest from @ConcordShows: Spring ’24

Spring has sprung, and much has been blossoming at Concord Theatricals! Catch up on the latest buzz from our U.S. office, including new acquisitions, exciting licensing updates, a GRAMMY® Award win and more.
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April 4, 2024

The Latest from @ConcordUKShows: Spring ’24

Concord Theatricals is keeping busy as spring begins to blossom! Here’s an update of some recent Concord news, including a thrilling new acquisition, two licensing updates and more.
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March 28, 2024

Heathers The Musical: 10 Facts for 10 Years

10 years have passed since Heathers The Musical’s explosive off-Broadway premiere! To celebrate anniversary, here are 10 facts about this hilarious, heartfelt and homicidal hit musical.
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March 26, 2024

The Glad Game – In Remembrance of Phoebe Frances Brown

The Glad Game is the late Phoebe Frances Brown’s story; a story of finding yourself in the darkest moments and finding reasons to be glad. Three people who knew and loved Phoebe celebrate her work and honor her memory.
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March 4, 2024

College Theatre: Picks for Your 2024/25 Season

Here’s a list of great plays and musicals for your college or university’s 2024/25 season, with titles ranging from classic mysteries and romances to contemporary dramas and comedies.
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March 1, 2024

Theatre at the Oscars: Best Picture Winners on Stage

From stage to screen, or from screen to stage, these Concord Theatricals plays and musicals inspired – or were inspired by – films that won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
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February 12, 2024

Gal Pals: Shows About Female Friendship

From classmates to coworkers to fellow retirees, the gal pals in these plays and musicals represent a wide array of friendships between and among women.
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