Jessica Sporn

Nick Blaemire's SOON and More Set For Out Of The Box Theatrics 2026-2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026

Out of the Box Theatrics has announced complete programming for the 2026-2027 season, including Soon from Nick Blaemire, and more. Learn more about the lineup here!

DINO NUGGETS ARE GAY and THE WORLD'S CASSETTE LIBRARY To Be Presented By Out of the Box Theatrics
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

Out of the Box Theatrics announced its 2026-2027 season, including industry presentations of DINO NUGGETS ARE GAY and THE WORLD'S CASSETTE LIBRARY as part of its 'Building the Box' series, plus a new development initiative called 'World Builders.'

Houses on the Moon Will Honor Reggie Van Lee at AMPLIFY 2024 Gala
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2024

Off-Broadway theatre company Houses on the Moon will honor Reggie Van Lee at their AMPLIFY 2024 Gala Celebration on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 6:30 PM, at Green Room 42.

INTO THE WOODS and More Take Home Elliot Norton Awards in Boston, Check out the Full List of Winners!
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023

Awards were presented last night to 34 outstanding actors, directors, designers, choreographers, musicians, and 5 visiting productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA) at the 40th Anniversary Elliot Norton Awards ceremony, held at the Huntington Theatre in Boston.

Vanguard Theater Opens Season with THE SPITFIRE GRILL, November 4- 20
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2022

The Vanguard Theater kicks off its second season with the heartwarming musical drama, The Spitfire Grill. The show runs November 4 - 20, 2022.

Virginia Ann Woodruff & More to Star in THE SPITFIRE GRILL at Vanguard Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2022

Vanguard Theater has announced the cast for Spitfire Grill, playing November 4-20. The cast is led by Virginia Ann Woodruff (BROADWAY: VIOLET, LEAP OF FAITH, THE COLOR PURPLE, ALL SHOOK UP, SMOKEY JOE'S CAFÉ, and numerous National Tours) and more.

Groundswell Theatricals Presents Arlekin Players | (zero-G) Lab's Production Of THE ORCHARD in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2022

Arlekin Players has announced the Boston Premiere of The Orchard, featuring Jessica Hecht and Mikhail Baryshnikov, following rave reviews and sold out performances Off-Broadway in New York. Groundswell Theatricals, in association with Cherry Orchard Festival and ShowOne Productions, presents Arlekin Players | (zero-G) Lab's production of this piece, Golyak's new adaptation of The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov as translated by Carol Rocamora. 

Photos: Inside Opening Night of LITTLE GIRL BLUE at New World Stages
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2022

Little Girl Blue, the musical inspired by the life of Nina Simone, is now playing at New World Stages. The musical, written and starring Laiona Michelle (Amazing Grace, Book of Mormon, American Hero), began previews on Saturday, March 5th.

Lillias White, Nick Rashad Burroughs and More to Perform at Darkness RISING's Black Mental Health Benefit Block Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2021

Join the Black Broadway community as they perform inspirational songs at the Darkness RISING: Live 4 Block Party! The 4th annual concert benefits Darkness RISING Nonprofit, a 501(c)3 organization which provides direct mental health resources to the Black community.

Vanguard Theater Company and Montclair Film And Level Forward Present A Conversation With Jeremy O. Harris
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2020

Vanguard Theater Company will partner with Montclair Film to present a conversation with acclaimed playwright Jeremy O. Harris, author of the Broadway sensation SLAVE PLAY, as he discusses the art of writing, the power of representation, and the works that have made him one of the theatre's most electrifying voices.

Vanguard Theater Company To Honor The Actors Fund Home and Others At November 9 Gala
by Julie Musbach - Sep 24, 2019

On November 9, Montclair will host Covenant House NJ, Doreen Oliver, Khalil Gibran Muhammad, and The Actors Fund, as they are honored at Vanguard Theater Company's Annual Gala at The Montclair Art Museum in Montclair on Saturday, November 9, 2018, at 7PM. Honorees and guests will celebrate creativity and community and Vanguard's mission of D.R.E.A.M. - Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Awareness and Mentorship.

Photo Flash: Montclair Film, TEERICO By Lin Manuel Miranda, GrassROOTS Foundation And More Honored at Vanaguard Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2018

TeeRico by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Montclair Film, GrassROOTS Community Foundation, the First Congregational Church and Nassan's Place were honored at Vanguard Theater Company's Annual Gala at The Loft in Montclair on November 3, 2018, at 7PM. Honorees and guests celebrated Vanguard's mission of D.R.E.A.M. - Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Awareness and Mentorship.

Montclair Film, TEERICO By Lin Manuel Miranda & More To Be Honored At Vanguard Theater Company's November 3 Gala
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2018

On November 3, TeeRico by Lin Manuel Miranda, Montclair Film, GrassROOTS Community Foundation, the First Congregational Church and Nassan's Place will be honored at Vanguard Theater Company's Annual Gala at The Loft in Montclair on November 3, 2018, at 7PM. Honorees and guests will celebrate Vanguard's mission of D.R.E.A.M. - Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Awareness and Mentorship.

Montclair Film, TEERICO By Lin Manuel Miranda & More To Be Honored At Vanguard Theater Company's November 3 Gala
by Julie Musbach - Oct 3, 2018

On November 3, TeeRico by Lin Manuel Miranda, Montclair Film, GrassROOTS Community Foundation, the First Congregational Church and Nassan's Place will be honored at Vanguard Theater Company's Annual Gala at The Loft in Montclair on November 3, 2018, at 7PM. Honorees and guests will celebrate Vanguard's mission of D.R.E.A.M. - Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Awareness and Mentorship.

JCTC Resistance Series Continues With A WOMAN'S MOVEMENT
by Julie Musbach - May 9, 2018

Freespace Dance and Donna Scro-Samori returns to Merseles Studios when Jersey City Theater Center (JCTC) presents A Woman's Movement, a multimedia performance celebrating women, femininity, and the strength and connection of women.

Montclair Film And Vanguard Theater Company Present EVERYTHING IS FINE UNTIL IT'S NOT
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2018

Vanguard Theater Company announced a live performance of Montclair native Doreen Oliver's powerful one woman show EVERYTHING IS FINE UNTIL IT'S NOT, presented in partnership with Montclair Film in recognition of Autism Awareness Month. This performance, directed by Janeece Freeman-Clark, explores Oliver's personal experience as a parent grappling with an autism diagnosis for her young son. The play will be followed by the short film COLOR MY MIND, which examines the impact of a childhood autism diagnosis on African-American parents. Performances take place April 6 and 7 at Cinema505.

32 Broadway Stars Take The SOPAC Stage In The Broadway Buddy Mentorship Cabaret
by Julie Musbach - Mar 6, 2018

Thirty-two Broadway performers have been announced for Vanguard Theater Company's Third Annual Broadway Buddy Mentorship Program and Cabaret.

Vanguard Theater Company Announces Lin Manuel Miranda Tee Rico As 2018 Sponsor
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2018

Vanguard Theater Company announced today that Lin Manuel Miranda TeeRico has become the main sponsor of Vanguard's 2018 season.

Vanguard Theater Company Announces Jessica Sporn as New Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2017

Vanguard Theater Company is excited to announce and welcome Jessica Sporn as the company's new Managing Director. Ms. Sporn began her role as Managing Director on October 1, 2017.

HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tee-Rico Benefits Equality Cares in Florida
by Michael Dale - Jun 16, 2016

In response to this weekend's tragic events in Orlando Lin-Manuel Miranda has established an officially-licensed merchandise site, Tee-Rico.