Dziemianowicz began his duties last week with a review of The Water's Edge Off-Broadway. He will be reviewing both Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. Dziemianowicz has been with the newspaper for the last five-and-a-half years. His "Stage Whispers" column has appeared on Tuesdays.
It could not immediately be learned what role former News critic Howard Kissel would play in future theatre coverage.
Shields' candidacy has been announced on the heels of current president Kate Shindle's decision to opt out of re-election this year.
The Titaníque co-writer and star will lead the cast as a woman trapped in a Golden Age Off-Broadway musical.
The stage adaptation of the beloved Studio Ghibli film previously took home six Olivier Awards.
Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada lead the cast of the book-to-stage adaptation.
Cole Escola, who penned the campy comedy, also stars as Mary Todd Lincoln opposite Conrad Ricamora as Abraham Lincoln.
The musical centers on best friends who attempt to solve the murder of their favorite author via their true crime podcast.
Several current stars have also extended their runs in the musical at the Dominion Theatre.
From under-resourced classrooms to the national stage, Story Pirates' The Amazing Adventure tour brings laughter and learning to cities nationwide.
The honor awards an unrestricted cash prize of $525,000 and up to $25,000 in retirement funds.
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