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connector & creator • nyc producer of @ohiomusical , @gunandpowdermusical & @jobtheplay

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@benaholtzman
Ben Holtzman
10 months
I am a first time #Broadway lead producer of @ohiomusical . We’re headed into our final week of previews and I’m going to try and share some of what this experience is like. Feel free to ask any questions or share commentary about the show. We’re trying Broadway a new way!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
We call this our handshake with the audience. Our autistic actors come out to introduce themselves. They set some groundrules for the world of our show and make everyone feel comfortable, excited, and safe to laugh. The music begins and the magical realism unfolds.
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
10 months
A crash course on How to Dance in Ohio! 🪩
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
A few days ago I asked you all for feedback on @ohiomusical . I heard you. And today we launch our $50 for 50K initiative. All unsold, same-day tickets for $50 at the box office! Be one of the first 50K humans to see our show!!
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
10 months
Help us build momentum to reach 50,000 audience members by the end of 2023! For a limited time, every day, any unsold seat for that day’s performance will be sold at only $50 at the box office. This deal is first come first serve and applies to any unsold seat in the house!
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
💔💔💔 You’ve got 3 more weeks to catch @ohiomusical at the Belasco Theatre. Sadly, this chapter ends on February 11, but it's just the start of our journey.
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
Today we lose @Shucked_Musical on Broadway. It’s an unbelievably tough time for original musicals, which are supposed to be the lifeblood of Broadway. Congrats to the entire team on fighting the good fight and bringing a shucking hilarious new musical to the stage. 🌽
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again - @ohiomusical has one of the most beautiful endings I’ve ever seen onstage. In most musicals, the finale is the big kiss or the wedding or the solution, but in our show, Drew & Marideth just touch for the first time. A beginning. 💛
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
8 months
No matter how many times we see it, this moment still gives us butterflies. Fact.
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Ben Holtzman
7 months
Hal Prince used to talk about this all the time. We have been underestimating our audiences for years. It is our responsibility as theatermakers to train our audiences to embrace challenging and thought provoking stories. That is the power of theatrical storytelling.
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Ayanna P.
7 months
We have to start marketing shows differently. WE HAVE TO. I have an essay of thoughts but it all comes down to that. Audiences are smarter than you think.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Anyone who works in this industry knows that getting a show to Broadway is nothing short of a miracle. I’m so proud to be a part of this community and this season. Congrats to my many friends and colleagues who made this Broadway season EPIC.
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
So thrilled that @ohiomusical went out with a bang — a week of packed houses and exuberant audiences. Exactly what our company deserved. Some nerdy facts about our final grossing week! 🤓👇
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
Last day of rehearsal for @ohiomusical & we freeze the show tonight! As we head into our last previews, I’m curious what is causing you to buy a ticket or giving you second thoughts? Could be for OHIO specifically or other new musicals. I want to hear from YOU - what is working?
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Ben Holtzman
4 months
So thrilled we can finally share this news! And cannot wait to bring Ohio to UK audiences!!
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
4 months
How to Dance in... the United Kingdom?! We're thrilled to announce that How to Dance in Ohio will be making its UK premiere next year. Stay tuned for more info on a theatre, dates, and our talent search. Sign up for our email list for updates:
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
So many people along the way told us that @ohiomusical was impossible - that we’d never be able to pull it off, let alone get it to Broadway. But we did. And it’s glorious. Feeling so much gratitude as we head into our final days at the Belasco. ❤️
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
This is the start of my campaign to get @kellyclarkson and her family to come see @ohiomusical on Broadway! Kelly - you and your kids are going to LOVE it! We’ve even got the endorsement of your early believer @PaulaAbdul !
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
It’s the last day of Gun & Powder at Paper Mill. It’s always bittersweet to end any particular part of the development process, but it’s also our job as producers to be looking ahead to what’s next. We’ve got big plans for this show so stay tuned for more to come.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
Here’s a friendly reminder that any unsold same-day tickets for @ohiomusical will be available for $50 at the box office starting at opening (T-S 10am-1pm, Sun 12pm-2pm). Come check us out this week and let me know what you think!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
Heading down to the Belasco Theatre to see who is lined up to take advantage of our $50 same day tickets to @ohiomusical ! Will I see you there? Be one of the first 50,000 people to see our show!
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
In typical Hal Prince fashion, we are headed into @GunAndPowder callbacks the day after closing @ohiomusical on Broadway. As producers, fortitude is essential — always looking to the next.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
We are open!!
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
10 months
How to Dance in Ohio is officially open on Broadway!
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Kimberly Akimbo at @AtlanticTheater was delightful. New musicals are back in NYC! And @BeltingBonnie is just the greatest. Go see theatre!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(1/5) It’s the night before opening of the first show I’m lead producing on Broadway and I’m in my soapbox era. The emotions are overwhelming. I am so proud to be a producer of @ohiomusical . The way @shlopez21 , @fionahowerudin , & I are leading this team is what I’m proudest of.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(1/4) One of the best parts of working with Hal Prince was working on his memoir. I took a deep dive into the treasure trove of his illustrious career. The way he described working on Broadway in the 70’s & the shows he made with Steve Sondheim fascinated me -
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
December 9, 2016: We had just heard of J&R’s idea to adapt How to Dance in Ohio into a musical. Here’s my note on behalf of @shlopez21 and I - 25 years old, best friends, and ready to take on the world. 7 years later and we’re opening @ohiomusical on Broadway this week. 🤯
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Ben Holtzman
4 months
Guess it’s a good time to share that P3 has joined the co-producing team for Next to Normal in London. This is one of my all time favorite musicals. Come see us this summer starting in June!
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Next To Normal
5 months
Posting ‘Maybe’ out into the world so you can see it at last! ❤️‍🩹 🎥 Watch the full video on @london_theatre 's YouTube channel now.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
Guess where! 👀👂🏻
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Who needs Sc*tt Rudin when we’ve got @mattross42 bringing spectacular plays to Broadway? @passoverbway
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Ben Holtzman
6 months
Surprise! We’re getting the gang back together for one night only! Get your tickets now:
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
6 months
Let’s throw a new dance tomorrow! We’re getting the Broadway cast back together for one night only on May 20th. Don’t miss out, tickets on sale now! ✨
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
We’ve sold out the last 4 show of the week. Thank you everyone that has shown us love since we announced closing. You’ve got one more week to catch us at the Belasco! ❤️😭
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
8 months
Wrapping up a ✨sold out✨ weekend on Broadway! You only have one more week to catch us at the Belasco, who are we seeing at the dance? 💛
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
Fantastic segment on @ohiomusical ! Our beautiful show is such an important reminder of the power of theatrical storytelling. We are opening people's hearts and expanding their perception of how they see the world. I'm so proud & grateful to have been given the gift of Ohio.
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PBS News
9 months
A new Broadway musical — adapted from a documentary — puts the stories of seven autistic young adults front and center, as they face the challenges of leading independent lives. In this portion of @JeffreyBrown 's report, he speaks with two of the musical's stars.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
We start welcoming critics to the Belasco to take in @ohiomusical . This is the moment where we really relinquish control and let the show speak for itself. Am I nervous? Most definitely. Am I proud? Overwhelmingly so. Everyone on our team has done tremendous work. Here we go!
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Dreams really do come true. Thrilled to share P3’s next project: #TheNinthWoman - a collaboration with one of my favorite bands @DeltaRae !! Where are all my Delta Rae x Musical Theatre crossover fans at?
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
Don’t miss @ohiomusical on CBS Sunday Morning tomorrow!
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CBS Sunday Morning 🌞
9 months
One of Broadway's newest musicals, "How to Dance in Ohio" tells the real-life story of a group of autistic young people getting ready for their first formal dance. David Pogue catches up with the cast -all played by autistic actors.
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Ben Holtzman
6 months
Missing @ohiomusical today
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
Six years ago 🤯 @ohiomusical
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@ItsRainingBen @ohiomusical Hi! Happy to jump in here. I think you are misreading the post. We are required to maintain certain production holds. The box office is in charge of dressing the house and the seats sold each day are at their discretion. If we have orch seats day-of, they will be sold for $50!
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Listening to @ohiomusical today. Can’t wait to hear these songs, harmonies, and STUNNING ORCHESTRATIONS live again in 10 days 😍
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
Drift was added to the show for the Syracuse run. The Act 2 opener used to be So Much In Common. There were too many ballads in succession in Act 2, so J&R had the idea to move SMIC to bump the energy. And then they wrote Drift - one of thr most theatrical moments in the show!
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
9 months
What’s that? A new number from @ohiomusical ?! @madisonkopec and company perform “Drift!” [Video description: b-roll footage from the show. All captions included on screen.]
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Ben Holtzman
6 months
The JOY in this video! Don’t miss our reunion concert on May 20 💛
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
6 months
Hello from Ohio! Consider this your personal invitation to our reunion concert on May 20th! 💛
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
By our research, our final week gross of $797,305 makes @ohiomusical the highest grossing new musical at the Belasco!
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
Thank you for all you did to promote us, Deborah.
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Deborah Roberts
8 months
So very bummed to hear that the groundbreaking musical How To Dance In Ohio, which features autistic actors, is closing. The producers said “Broadway has been changed forever because of How to Dance in Ohio and all the artists involved.” Hope it finds a new path!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
The “going places” refrain was the last section added to the opening number just before our run in Syracuse. J&R did a huge rewrite to introduce all of the character’s day-to-day routines. I think it’s a brilliant lyric and captures so much of what our show is about.
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
10 months
Time might be moving forward, but we'll be right here happily watching this clip on loop! Check out our company performing "Today Is."
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@ohiomusical (4/4) Broadway should be a place for artists to break out of the box and try something new. I believe that’s what our audiences want. I hope to help make that shift throughout my career. *rant complete*
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
@ohiomusical This week’s capacity of 99% is also the highest attended musical at the Belasco since Hedwig!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(3/4) This is what working on @ohiomusical feels like for me. We are introducing a brand new group of brilliant artists trying a completely new concept on a Broadway stage that I hope will push the art form forward.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Right from Diana in N2N to Mother in Ragtime?!?! This casting is 🤌. Manifesting Joy Woods as Sarah 🔮
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NEW YORK CITY CENTER
5 months
RAGTIME is a sweeping, powerful musical that follows three fictional families in pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century. This gala production is led by Tony-nominated Encores! Artistic Director Lear deBessonet. Members get advanced access to tickets May 16.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Sound designers are the unsung heroes of musicals on Broadway. The way Connor built accessibility into his design for Ohio is nothing short of genius.
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
5 months
How To Make a Sound System More Accessible™️! We sat down with sound designer Connor Wang as he discussed his groundbreaking design for our show. 🎧 [Video description: sound designer Connor Wang speaks to the camera.]
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Ben Holtzman
3 months
Invited dress of @jobtheplay was fantastic. As electric as it was off Broadway, while still elevated and fresh. Excited to welcome audiences starting tomorrow!
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Turns out my traveling to London is a good luck charm for P3. Last time I was here we got the Belasco for @ohiomusical and this time we got a @nytimestheater critic's pick for @GunAndPowder ! Cheerio!!! 🇬🇧
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Just left rehearsal for the Ohio reunion concert. This music? These voices? So excited to relive the magic on Monday 🤗
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Ben Holtzman
6 months
Sitting in tech for @GunAndPowder - I just can’t wait for people to see this. The TALENT!
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
Gotta say … pretty cool moment to see @ohiomusical featured in this way. Thank you to the entire CBS team for seeing us and representing our show so beautifully!
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CBS Sunday Morning 🌞
9 months
Broadway's "How to Dance in Ohio," inspired by a documentary, portrays autistic young people preparing for their first formal dance. The musical features autistic actors. David Pogue speaks with director Sammi Cannold, as well as the show's leads.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Wish the new marquee said PRINCE…
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BroadwayWorld
5 months
Check out photos of the new marquee at the Majestic Theatre!
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Ben Holtzman
7 years
'Right This Way' from @BandstandBway is the best Act 1 Finale I've heard in who knows how long. #fullbodychills #onesingletear @NapOnACott
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
West Side Story was not a masterpiece when it ran on Bway - it didn’t win the Tony for Best Musical. (Though arguably the best ever) Follies cost $800K (most expensive of its time - lol) & was a total loss. Why is greatness so often only recognized through the lense of history?
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Now that Urinetown is coming back and I’m not producing it, here’s my dream revival cast: Officer Lockstock - Peter Dinklage Little Sally - Amanda Kloots Bobby Strong - Darren Criss Hope - Eva Noblezada Pennywise - Bonny Milligan Caldwell - Michelle Visage
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Almost 34 years later and Phantom still has some of the best staging I’ve ever seen on Broadway.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@ItsRainingBen @ohiomusical Yes, I only have so much control -- everything I want to implement needs to be approved by my landlords and this was the compromise we could find. It is not easy to try new things on Broadway, but I'm going to keep trying the best I can.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(2/4) - It sounded like Broadway was a playground for artists to try new, bold ideas onstage. Take a show like Pacific Overtures - the Shuberts booked the Winter Garden for them before anyone knew what the show really was! They believed in the way they were pushing the art form.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
I’m thinking about how many seats are empty on any given night for any given show. We all talk about building word of mouth to help a show succeed. For @ohiomusical the only way to truly experience the magic is to be in the room. We’ve got some ideas cooking on this. Stay tuned.
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
As a lead producer of a new musical this season, I can assuredly say it is bananas out here. I believe the outcome of the Spring will determine the future of our industry. Something's gotta give...
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Ben Holtzman
2 years
Who’s got the miles to fly to St. Louis this summer to record church at @TheMuny with Sister @JessicaVosk ? They will be most highly blessed.
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
Thank you @TODAYshow for continuing to spread the joy and significance of @ohiomusical ! 3 more weeks to catch us at the Belasco - this show will alter your perception of the world (and of musicals!).
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TODAY
8 months
The stars of Broadway’s “How to Dance in Ohio” sit with @JoeFryer to talk about the groundbreaking show and reflect on increasing the representation of autism on stage and the importance of autistic actors telling the stories of autistic characters.
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Ben Holtzman
6 months
There’s something so magical about producing a new musical in previews. Every night, we learn something new from the audience and make adjustments to the show the next day. @GunAndPowder is evolving and getting better and better. Our team is crushing it!
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Tick Tick Boom reminded me why I want to be working in theatre in NYC. Thank you for gifting us nerds something so very special.
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
@ohiomusical This week’s gross was the highest grossing musical since 2014 (Hedwig)
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
I love our gay little musical! Thank you @glaad ! 🌈
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
9 months
News like this makes us wanna dance! We're so honored to have been nominated by the GLAAD Media Awards for Outstanding Broadway Production! 💛
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
@ohiomusical @ohiomusical holds the top 2 spots for new musicals at the Belasco: last week’s gross of $628K is second place!
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
The impact of @ohiomusical has been tremendous and we’re just getting started.
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
8 months
Now, THIS is a victory that feels gigantic! We’re looking back at our “groundbreaking and history making” run on Broadway.
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Ben Holtzman
7 months
We wrapped week 1 in the studio for @GunAndPowder and all I can say is - you're gonna want to get your tickets for Paper Mill right away. Our top-tier talent is delivering at full throttle. Broadway (& the world) should brace itself for the remarkable Sisters Clarke.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(5/5) Note the HP hidden in the design. Thank you Hal for believing I have what it takes to make new musicals & to help reshape the art form & the industry. I hope I’m doing you proud. Here we go! Come see the most joyous musical on Broadway & connect deeper to your humanity!
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
The famous Belasco “Elephant Room.” When they closed the Hippodrome Theatre, Harry Houdini needed a new theatre to perform his famous disappearing elephant trick. They built a trap room in the Belasco below the stage big enough to fit an 🐘! Plot twist-he never got to do it here!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
I’ve got a question! We’ve started to release clips of different numbers from @ohiomusical - we’ve been eager to show the show! Is this helping with understanding what the show is and making you want to see it more?
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Ben Holtzman
4 months
Next up for P3! 🪄 Thrilled to be joining the lead producing team of JOB for a summer run at the Hayes. This show has had a grip on me since I saw it at the SoHo Playhouse last fall. One of the most thrilling plays I’ve seen in years! Come see us!
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jobtheplay
4 months
📲 JOB. JULY 15 ON BROADWAY. 10 WEEKS ONLY.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
Find yourself a cheerleader like @PaulaAbdul . Thank you for championing our show and really seeing us for what we are!
@ohiomusical
How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
10 months
This has us in all of our feels this morning! 🥹 We're so honored to have Paula Abdul on our team. 💛
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
“And some day in some unlikely way, if you stay, which people don’t normally do…” Anyone else notice the use of “unlikely” in this lyric and also that Marideth’s Act1 song is called ‘Unlikely Animals?’ There is so much lyrical brilliance in this show!!
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How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
8 months
“Drift” and our full OBCR are now available wherever you stream or download music!! Who’s been listening this weekend? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
We brought a new musical into the world this week. Proud of this team and this beautiful project.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@ItsRainingBen @ohiomusical I don't think your critique is fair. The fact is every day, for several hours, all unsold tickets are available at the B.O. for $50. There have been gated rush offers 2 hours before curtain in the past on Bway. If you want to see real change, you need to celebrate the small wins.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
Huge thanks to @AyannaPrescod and @crystalparris for organizing this fantastic group outing!! Pow pow!! 🔥
@GunAndPowder
GUN & POWDER
5 months
Stepping into our final weekend at @Paper_Mill blazin’, blazin’ blazin’! 🔥 🎥: thank you to the amazing @AyannaPrescod for bringing a bus load of fabulous women to see @GunAndPowder . A moment we’ll never forget! Make way for the Sisters Clarke!
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Sugar. Butter. Bareilles. Barrymore. Broadway.
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Ben Holtzman
8 months
It’s only intermission but its been a while since I’ve been this excited by a new musical - Buena Vista Social Club. The music? The dancing?!?! 🤯 They’ve got the audience in the palm of their hand!!
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Ben Holtzman
6 months
Introducing Mary & Martha Clarke!! Gun & Powder begins previews tonight at @Paper_Mill 🔥🔥🔥
@GunAndPowder
GUN & POWDER
6 months
Make way for the Sisters Clarke! Performances begin tonight at @Paper_Mill . 🔥 #PMPGunAndPowder will run now–May 5. For tickets and information, visit
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Ben Holtzman
7 years
@IndecentBway is hands down one of the greatest theatrical experiences of my life! RUN TO THE CORT IF YOU CHERISH THE THEATRE!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@amylynnuws @ohiomusical Seeing the show in front of an audience has showed us that more clearly. The team has been working on the Amigo/Ashley material to make sure their part in the story is well defined. There is thematic significance to their roles and hopefully that will be clearer! New musicals!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@ItsRainingBen @ohiomusical What I would appreciate is some grace as I am up against a lot of Broadway systems that are not used to this type of initiative. Thanks!
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Completed my Lyceum punch card tonight. Go see @DanaHBway & @IsThisARoomBway while you still can!
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
Heading back from London feeling inspired, refreshed, and hopeful about life and theatre. Thank you to all the friends and colleagues who made this trip spectacular. 🙌
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
When J&R brought this scene/song to present to Hal, I saw his influence on them. I expected a dress shopping song like Welcome to the 60’s. Its brilliant to shift the perspective in this moment to hear from these 2 mothers. It’s a way to bring the audience in through a back door.
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How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
10 months
"Each small victory can feel gigantic." Haven Burton and Darlesia Cearcy are two moms Getting Ready for the Dance.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(4/5) Shows like @ohiomusical need to exist and need to be able to succeed on Broadway - shows that can bring immense joy and also leave you changed. That’s the industry I want to be creating in.
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Ben Holtzman
2 years
Every person I talk to who has experienced @kiterunnerbway comments that it’s one of the best plays they’ve ever seen on Broadway. Proud to be a part of it. Don’t miss this spectacular production!
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@denvercasado @ohiomusical Thank you for loving the show! Let’s demystify! We’ve got about 230 investors in the show. Investments range from $25K - $1M.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
@katereinking Thank you. I am in no way saying that How to Dance in Ohio is without flaw. My point is that every other original new musical on Broadway was just recognized in some way by the Drama League except one. I believe you're missing the point.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
@kaylamichutto @ohiomusical Working with and learning from the autistic community has been very meaningful. The stories I’m most drawn to as a producer are the ones that uplift underrepresented communities and I believe they have the power to bring us all closer together. To me, that’s Broadway.
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Ben Holtzman
5 months
I need the world to know that Kim Hale the viral tiktok dancer was my ballet teacher freshman year of college. She was a star then and she’s a star now! Follow your dreams, people!
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Ben Holtzman
3 years
“An industry woefully short of visionary leaders” ?? Sorry, Peter Marks, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. There is a whole generation of visionary leaders knocking on Broadway’s door waiting for the theatre owners & the league to give us a shot.
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(3/5) I believe Broadway should be the preeminent platform for NEW stories and NEW artists. Think how many of the greatest artists of our time got their start on Broadway. The new artists we are introducing to Broadway with @ohiomusical are the next generation.
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Ben Holtzman
9 months
First Paula called it for @kellyclarkson . Now she’s calling it for @ohiomusical . Fact.
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How To Dance In Ohio - The Musical
9 months
You heard Paula Abdul! [Image description: on the left a quote from Paula Abdul that reads “Everyone needs to come and experience this magical musical at the Belasco Theatre” and on the right a photo of Madison Kopec and Paula Abdul.]
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Ben Holtzman
10 months
(2/5) We’re doing Broadway OUR way and I think audiences are connecting to the care we’ve put into this company and the experience. New musicals are tough and are also the most rewarding (and to me, the most exciting!).
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