Mira Nair

The Coolidge to Celebrate Icons, Love, and Women in February and March Repertory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The Coolidge Corner Theatre revealed their repertory programing for February and March 2026 which will kick-off with Icons celebrating Sidney Poitier who was one of the most important American cultural figures of the 20th century.

Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026

It's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.

Photos: Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal & More at New York Screening of HAMNET
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

On November 21, a New York Special Screening of Hamnet was held at The Whitby Hotel, featuring stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, along with guests such as Ben Platt, Hamish Linklater, Susan Surandon, and more. Check out photos here.

21st Annual 72 Hour Shootout Has Theatrical Premiere at Asian American International Film Festival
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025

The 21st Annual 72 Hour Shootout - a global, adrenaline-fueled filmmaking competition that champions authentic representation and underrepresented voices - will celebrate its theatrical premiere on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 12:00 PM, at the stunning Regal Union Square as part of the 48th Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF).

Red Baraat Releases New Album 'Bhangra Rangeela' Today
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2025

America's only South Asian wedding band Red Baraat fires on all cylinders with its blistering new studio album, Bhangra Rangeela.

WILD WILD EAST Comes To Moss Cultural Arts Center In February
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2025

The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center will present Sunny Jain's Wild Wild East on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 8 p.m. Jain is a visionary drummer and composer, known worldwide for his dynamic performances and innovative compositions.

Photos: THE OUTSIDERS Cast Attend MARIA Screening with Angelina Jolie
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024

On November 11, the cast of Broadway's The Outsiders attended a special Maria NYC Tastemaker Screening of Netflix's Maria . Take a look at photos from the screening here!

Meet a Marketer: Angel Azzarra, Director of Marketing at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Alex Freeman - Oct 30, 2024

Angel Azzarra is a dedicated marketing professional and the Director of Marketing at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, where she focuses on building lasting, meaningful relationships with audiences. She blends visual storytelling with strategic audience engagement to create campaigns that inspire loyalty and enrich the theater experience.

Kate Winslet, Kerry Washington, & More Honored for 2024 WIF
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024

WIF (formerly known as Women In Film, Los Angeles) has announced that Annette Bening, Michelle Buteau, Joey King, Ellen Kuras, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Kerry Washington, and Kate Winslet will be honored at the 2024 WIF Honors, taking place on Thursday, October 24, at The Beverly Hilton.

NY Irish Center's to Launch 20th Anniversary Season in September Featuring Music, Theater & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2024

The NY Irish Center revealed its 20th Anniversary Season with a series of events starting in September, celebrating Irish culture and heritage. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Angelina Jolie to be Honoured with the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024

Angelina Jolie will receive the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media. The award recognizes leadership in creating a union between social impact and cinema. Past honourees include Colman Domingo, Michelle Yeoh, and Brendan Fraser.

Full Cast, Design, Production Teams Set For THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

 The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for Disney's The Little Mermaid, the third show in the theatre's 106th season, which runs July 8-16 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.

Interview: Theatre Life with Salar Nader
by Elliot Lanes - Jun 14, 2024

Today’s subject Salar Nader is currently living his theatre life as the Tabla Artist in the national tour of The Kite Runner. The show will conclude it’s tour in the Eisenhower Theater at Kennedy Center starting on June 25th and playing through June 30th.

Christopher Sieber, Kennedy Kanagawa, and More Join the Cast of THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

The cast has been announced for the Muny production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, which runs July 8-16 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.

PUBLIC OBSCENITIES Extends for One Week at Theatre For A New Audience
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2024

Theatre for a New Audience is extending the run of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's 'Public Obscenities' at Polonsky Shakespeare Center

PUBLIC OBSCENITIES to Return to NYC at Theatre for a New Audience This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023

The acclaimed production of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's 'Public Obscenities' returns to NYC. Learn how to purchase tickets!

American Premiere of LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K is Coming to St. Ann's Warehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

Don't miss the American premiere of 'Life & Times of Michael K,' a stunning puppet theater production that received rave reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Find out the dates and venue for this highly acclaimed show at St. Ann's Warehouse.

Spike Lee & Pedro Almodóvar to Be Honored at the Toronto Film Festival
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2023

Now in its fifth year, the TIFF Tribute Awards have served as an awards-season bellwether, with past honourees Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, Jessica Chastain, Roger Deakins, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Joaquin Phoenix, Taika Waititi, and Chloé Zhao going on to win awards on the international stage.

Review Roundup: MONSOON WEDDING at St. Ann's Warehouse; What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023

St. Ann's Warehouse presents Mira Nair's musical theater vision of her endlessly resonant and romantic love story, welcoming audiences inside the frenzied leadup to an arranged marriage beset by modern tensions. Read the reviews for Monsoon Wedding here!

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Presents SHANKAR PLAYS SHANKAR
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2023

Family and tradition figure prominently in Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra's season finale when sitarist Anoushka Shankar makes her LACO debut, under Music Director Jaime Martín's baton, with a performance of Concerto No. 3 for Sitar composed by her legendary father, the late Ravi Shankar, who brought the sitar into the mainstream through his pop music collaborations with The Beatles and others.