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Date of Death: January 12, 1965 (34)

Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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Video: Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal on Stage
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 6, 2024


Shakespeare will be back on Broadway in 2025 when Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal lead Othello, directed by Kenny Leon. Recap stage highlights from both of the stars in these videos!

Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in OTHELLO on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Mar 6, 2024


Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal will return to Broadway next season in a production of Othello directed by Kenny Leon. The production is set for an unspecified Shubert theatre.

TheatreSquared Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2024


TheatreSquared has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Rodgers & Hammerstein Concert MY FAVORITE THINGS Will Be Available to Stream in the US
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2024


My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert will be available to stream on-demand in North America from Sunday, March 24 through Sunday, March 31, 2024. We have all of the details on how you can watch from home!

The Cell Theatre Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring Over 20 Resident Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring over 20 resident artists, as well as the official Off-Broadway premiere of Matthew LaBanca's Communion.

BERLIN World Premiere, FALSETTOS & More Set for Court Theatre 70th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


Court Theatre has unveiled its 70th season. See which shows are a part of the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Redline Performing Arts to Kick Off 6th Season With SINGLE BLACK FEMALE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024


Redline Performing Arts will kick off its 6th Season - A Tribute to Black Women with the upcoming production of Single Black Female by Lisa B. Thompson.

Interview: Kristen Adele Calhoun Excitedly World Premieres Her BLACK CYPRESS BAYOU
by Gil Kaan - Feb 20, 2024


The world premiere of Kristen Adele Calhoun’s Black Cypress Bayou has already begun at the Geffen Playhouse. Tiffany Nichole Greene directs the cast of: Amber Chardae Robinson, Brandee Evans, Angela Lewis and Kimberly Scott. After a successful opening weekend, Kristen managed to find some time to answer a few of my queries.

Lyric Hammersmith Reveals 2024-25 Season, Including Revival of OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024


The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced its new 2024/2025 season, featuring a revival of the Olivier Award-winning play Our Country’s Good. Learn more about the full season here!

World Premiere of TOBACCO, ZIGZAGS & GUM Comes to the Marsh Berkeley
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2024


The Marsh Berkeley will present the world premiere of a stunning new work by film, television, and stage actor/writer Algiin Ford, Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum, developed and directed by David Ford.

Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Classic Theatre Of San Antonio
by Jill Ripa - Feb 9, 2024


What did our critic think of A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Classic Theatre Of San Antonio?

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to The University of South Carolina's Dept. of Theatre and Dance This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024


The University of South Carolina Dept. of Theatre and Dance will present Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. Performances begin on February 23. Learn more about the production here!

Bryan Terrell Clark and Valisia LeKae to Join The New York Pops for HITSVILLE: CELEBRATING MOTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024


 The New York Pops will celebrate the hits of Motown on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall joined by guest artists Bryan Terrell Clark and Valisia LeKae.

THE FAMILY TABLE Comes to AMC Performance Company in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2024


In a world where life can be tough and laughter is often in short supply, AMC Performance Company is bringing a refreshing new perspective. Texas native and Atlanta newcomer Robert King Jr. is premiering his latest comedy, 'The Family Table,' coming February 2024. We recently sat down with the writer, director, and cast ahead of the world premiere to learn more about the inspiration behind the show.

Review: Lyric Stage Company's TROUBLE IN MIND Proves Playwright Stood Her Ground for Good Reason
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 28, 2024


What did our critic think of TROUBLE IN MIND at The Lyric Stage Company of Boston?

A RAISIN IN THE SUN to be Presented at Bristol Riverside Theatre This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2024


For its third production of the 2023-24 season, Bristol Riverside Theatre will present a poignant depiction of 1950s Chicago from the experiences of one Southside family in Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun.

World Premiere of Tina Howe's Final Play WHERE WOMEN GO to be Presented at at HERE Mainstage in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2024


The Tent Theater Company, in association with Concord Theatricals, will present the premiere production of Tina Howe’s final play, Where Women Go, running February 9-25 at HERE Mainstage.

FAT HAM, Billy Porter & More Receive GLAAD Award Nominations
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024


GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, has announced the nominees for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, including five Broadway shows, Billy Porter, Reneé Rapp, The Color Purple, High School Musical the Musical the Series, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, and more.

World Premiere of DIRTY WHITE TESLAS MAKE ME SAD to be Presented by The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024


The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo will present the world premiere of 'Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad' by Ashley Smiley.

Great Barrington Public Theater Kicks Off 2024 With A Conversation With Jeff Zinn January 29
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024


Great Barrington Public Theater hosts a live conversation and Q&A with Jeff Zinn, a writer, director, and theater guru, on January 29 at St. James Place.

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