Broadway gears up for Halloween, and other theatre news

A rise for non-profit theatres and arts programs, and Broadway costume designers and actors get ready for Halloween.

Importance of the Arts

1.TCG Report Cites Good Fiscal News for Nonprofit Theaters by LA Stage Alliance [LAStageTimes.com]
October 22, 2013

After a decline in non-profit theatre attendance due to the recession, Theatre Communications Group is happy to announce the number of individual and season ticket holders increased in 2012.

2. Six Ways Arts Education Helps Prepare our Kids for Life by Lisa Phillips [IntimateExcellent.Wordpress.com]
October 29, 2013

In a competitive world that seems to be focused only on "rights" and "wrongs," the arts continue to be very beneficial to young people for many reasons. Here are just a few.

Halloween Frenzy

3. Halloween Tips From a Costume Designer by Allen Mogol [BroadwayDirect.com]
October 28, 2013

With Halloween fast approaching, it is hard to decide whether to go buy a costume or make one at home. Take some tips from Broadway costume designer, Gregory Gale, by clicking on the link below.

4. Cinderella’s Santino Fontana on Loving Leprechaun & Dressing Up as Miley Cyrus' Tongue by Broadway.com Staff [Broadway.com]
October 28, 2013

"Halloween is the most theatrical holiday, so it makes perfect sense that Broadway actors — who understand the value of rocking a costume — would embrace the spooky season." Check out this interview with Santino Fontana to see his take on Halloween costumes.

5. Nick Adams & the Cast of The Rocky Horror Show Do the Time Warp at Bucks County Playhouse by Ryan Gilbert [Broadway.com]
October 28, 2013

What better way to get into the Halloween spirit than to see The Rocky Horror Picture Show with an all-star cast! Click the link below to read more about the Bucks County Playhouse's new production.