The Island 1974

Opened: November 24, 1974
Closing: May 18, 1975

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Review Roundup: THE GREAT GATSBY Opens On Broadway, Starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024


Welcome to the Jazz Age! The new musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby opens on Broadway tonight, starring Jeremy Jordan  and Eva Noblezada! Read the reviews!

TOSOS Reveals Cast For MASK4MASK Reading at The Flea Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024


Celebrate TOSOS' 50th anniversary with a staged reading of MASK4MASK, a new play by John Patterson. Learn more!

Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack Will Lead the Off Broadway Premiere of JUST ANOTHER DAY at Theater555
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024


Coming next month is the off-Broadway premiere of Just Another Day, a play by Dan Lauria about wonderful old friends who may not even know each other, but who relive and celebrate a life together…maybe. A limited engagement (through June 30), previews begin on Friday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m. with an official opening on Sunday, May 12 at 2:00 p.m. at off-Broadway's Theater555.

Stephen Schwartz Inducted into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024


Broadway came to Long Island recently as a range of vocalists and musicians gathered to honor and induct award-winning Broadway and movie lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame on March 23rd at its Stony Brook Museum location.

Deborah Cox, Barry Manilow and More Will Honor Clive Davis at NY Pops 41st Birthday Gala
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2024


The New York Pops will honor the record industry's most innovative and influential executive Clive Davis at the orchestra’s 41st Birthday Gala, The Soundtrack of Our Lives: A Tribute to the Legendary Clive Davis. Performers have been revealed!

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.

Stephen Schwartz to be Inducted Into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024


The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will induct award-winning Broadway and movie lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz. Learn more about Schwartz!

Linda Lavin, Matt Rogers & More Join Netflix's NO GOOD DEED Series
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2024


Netflix has added the additions of five recurring cast members joining No Good Deed, creator and executive producer Liz Feldman’s upcoming dark comedy series. Previously announced cast includes Lisa Kudrow, Ray Romano, Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, Teyonah Parris, O-T Fagbenle, Abbi Jacobson, Poppy Liu and Dennis Leary.

Pushcart Players Perform 'Lift Every Voice: A Letter to the Editor' This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024


Pushcart Players will present “Lift Every Voice: A Letter to the Editor” on February 22 the The Levoy Theatre in Millville, NJ. Learn more about the performance and find out how to attend here!

Complete Cast Set for SWIMMING IN JERUSALEM: A MODERN MUSICAL PARABLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024


Swimming in Jerusalem: A Modern Musical Parable will be presented in a concert format for five free public performances at off-Broadway's Theater555. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Hope Theatre Reveals Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2024


The Hope Theatre has revealed its Spring Season, which will run from March until June. The season is filled with new writing and the London premieres of productions that have found success elsewhere in the UK but not yet been seen in the capital.

MAMMA MIA! THE PARTY Celebrates 1000th Performance At Nikos Taverna At The O2 Arena
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024


Mamma Mia! The Party celebrates its 1000th performance at Nikos Taverna at The O2 arena. Join the celebration of this hit musical and enjoy an immersive dining experience.

SWIMMING IN JERUSALEM: A Modern Musical Parable to Have Free Public Performances at Theater555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024


Swimming in Jerusalem: A Modern Musical Parable, exploring relationships among citizens of Israel as presented through the complex experiences of teenage swimmers in a YMCA swim club in Jerusalem, will be presented in a concert format for five free public performances at off-Broadway's Theater555.

Listen: Travis Moser Releases 'The Moon is a Harsh Mistress'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2024


Cabaret artist Travis Moser releases new version of 'The Moon is a Harsh Mistress' featured in upcoming show at The Green Room 42.

The Doobie Brothers Announce the 2024 Tour
by Michael Major - Jan 22, 2024


The Doobie Brothers will embark on an The 2024 Tour featuring Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, Pat Simmons & John McFee. The tour will visit major markets across the U.S. including Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, and Seattle.

Photos: First Look at Chris Weikel's PRIDE HOUSE at The Flea Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 20, 2024


Production images have been released for Chris Weikel's Pride House, opening tonight and running through February 10 at The Flea Theater in NYC, representing the first production of the 50th Anniversary Season of TOSOS (The Other Side of Silence), NYC's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company. Check out the photos below!

ASL-Interpreted Performance of PRIDE HOUSE at TOSOS Theater Company Set For Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024


 TOSOS, New York City's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company, will present an ASL-interpreted performance of Chris Weikel's Pride House, partnering with Inclusive Communication Services on Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Calvin Knegten Completes the Cast of PRIDE HOUSE at TOSOS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024


TOSOS launches its 50th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of 'Pride House,' a new play by Chris Weikel.

Graham Nash Sets Australian Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Jan 16, 2024


Graham Nash is coming to Australia for a tour in 2024. Find out more about the upcoming tour and dates. American Songwriter magazine has named Graham Nash's Sixty Years of Songs and Stories tour as one of sixteen top touring attractions of 2023, in a group including Paul McCartney, the Eagles, Beyonce,and Taylor Swift.

The New York Pops To Honor Clive Davis At 41st Birthday Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024


The New York Pops will honor Clive Davis at their 41st Birthday Gala, 'The Soundtrack of Our Lives: A Tribute to the Legendary Clive Davis,' at Carnegie Hall on April 29, 2024.

TOSOS Announces 50th Anniversary Season PRIDE HOUSE Premiering January 18
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2023


New York City's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company TOSOS (Artistic Director Mark Finley) has announced the launch of their 50th Anniversary Season, including two full productions, an expansive reading series, annual gala, and several impactful events activated to celebrate the community.

Talking Band to Present 50th Anniversary Season With Three Premieres, 600 Highwaymen & Anne Bogart
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023


Talking Band will celebrate its 50th anniversary season with three premieres and collaborations with 600 Highwaymen and Anne Bogart.

HOLIDAY TALES - A SEASON OF MIRACLES Comes to the Arthur F. Couch Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2023


Pushcart Players, New Jersey's Emmy-nominated and award-winning touring theater for young audiences presents 'Holiday Tales - A Season of Miracles' at the Arthur F. Couch Performing Arts Center in Secaucus, NJ on Saturday December 16th at 1:00PM.

Broadway Producer, Luigi Caiola Passes Away at 64
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2023


Broadway producer Luigi Caiola passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. He was 64 years old.

The Thalians Honors Actor & Humanitarian Gary Sinise with The 2023 Mr. Wonderful Award At Annual Winter Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2023


The Thalians will host their annual star studded Winter Gala, with proceeds benefitting the charity.  The 2023 gala will honor actor and humanitarian, Gary Sinise, with their highest honor, the Mr. Wonderful Award, for his efforts on behalf of our service men and women through the Gary Sinise Foundation. 

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