Mary Testa News

Lincoln Center Theater released first-look photos of the new musical Night Side Songs, written by The Lazours who are reuniting with Lortel and Obie Award-winning director Taibi Magar.

The upcoming Annual Gala will feature performances by Broadway luminaries including Mandy Gonzalez, Bianca Marroquin, John Riddle, Samantha Pauly, Mary Testa, and Alysha Umphress. This star-studded event promises an unforgettable evening of entertainment.

NIGHT SIDE SONGS is about the small human connections that make up the vast tapestry of our lives. Inspired by Susan Sontag’s insight that “illness is the night side of life,” this transformative new musical brings us together to explore how song heals us and empowers our spirits. Watch in this video.

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!

The original cast of the 2024 off-Broadway hit musical comedy FIVE: The Musical Parody reunites for the first time in a one-night-only benefit concert at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, in support of ACLU Minnesota.

Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the new musical Night Side Songs, written by The Lazours. Check out rehearsal photos here!

Theater for the New City will present a one-night-only reading of Yesterday’s Bread, a new play by Russ Pastena, presented as part of TNC’s New City, New Blood Reading Series.

Off-Brand Opera has revealed the complete casting for George Abud's new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, with the score adaptation by Jake Landau.

The Off-Broadway production of Shakespeare's Richard II, starring Michael Urie, recently opened. The engagement will continue through Sunday December 14th at the Astor Place Theatre. Check out photos from the red carpet on opening night here!

In its inaugural mini-tour, the musical cabaret show, Don't Ask, I'll Tell, is moving from Bloomington, IN and Chicago to the historic Laurie Beechman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Explore Michael Cyril Creighton's thoughts on Howard Morris's evolution in Only Murders in the Building Season 5 and the impact of his relationships.

The newly revamped Laurie Beechman Theatre has revealed its line-up of Halloween shows from Tony-nominated Broadway stars, drag artists, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.

Michael R. Jackson will receive the William Finn Award for Excellence in Musical Theatre at Barrington Stage Company's annual fall celebration. Learn more!

Inspired by the Academy Award winning Gore-a-palooza, The Substance: The Parody Musical is the deliriously raucous musical event set to splatter 42nd street this Halloween season with blood, gore, and sparkle—Elisabeth Sparkle, that is. 

Austin Pendleton will direct a revival of John Patrick Shanley’s Italian American Reconciliation at The Flea in Tribeca, starring Mary Testa and Wade McCollum. See photos of the production.

After a sold-out run, Finding Dorothy Parker, an evening celebrating the wit and wisdom of celebrated NY writer Dorothy Parker, will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre at West Bank Café.

They are sharing their experiences in their new show Two Ladies: Tales from the Kit Kat Club. The duo takes the stage for one night only at The Laurie Beechman.

Austin Pendleton will direct a revival of John Patrick Shanley's ITALIAN AMERICAN RECONCILIATION at The Flea in Tribeca. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!

Mary Testa is set to lead John Patrick Shanley's Italian American Reconciliation, playing Off-Broadway this fall. The play, written by Shanley and directed by Austin Pendleton, opens in October at The Siggy Theater at The Flea.