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Center for Performance Research Names Artists for Artist-in-Residence Program
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Center for Performance Research has announced the artists selected for its Artist-in-Residence Program, a year-long residency supporting New York City–based practitioners working in contemporary dance and performance.
American Mavericks Project Vl. 1: QUEST Premieres in January
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
The American Mavericks Project (AMP) will present the world premiere of American Mavericks Project Vl. 1: Quest. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Theatre For A New Audience To Present THE TRAGEDY OF CORIOLANUS
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Theatre for a New Audience will present THE TRAGEDY OF CORIOLANUS by William Shakespeare, directed by Ash K. Tata, at the Polonsky Shakespeare Center in Brooklyn.
Twin Flames Brings WINTER WONDERLAND SPECTACULAR To The Elysian Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Twin Flames will return to The Elysian Theater with Twin Flames: Winter Wonderland, a one-night-only seasonal edition of the surrealist variety show. Created and hosted by Geri Courtney-Austein and Emily Maverick.
BAM To Present 40th Annual Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
On Monday, Monday, January 19, 2026, BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso will present the 40th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Howard Gilman Opera House marking four decades of the city’s largest and longest-running public celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and legacy.
TAKE ROOT And FERTILE GROUND Unveil January Programs At Green Space
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Dance Entropy’s Green Space will present Take Root and Fertile Ground, two performance programs featuring contemporary dance artists in Long Island City. Both programs are part of Green Space’s ongoing performance series supporting dance artists in New York City.
Interview: Kat Cartusciello of HARD TACK at Breaking Sound NYC
by Peter Danish - December 17, 2025
Breaking Sound NYC specialize in showcasing the hottest emerging artists from premium locations in and around New York.  It was founded with the belief that artists deserve more. · Breaking Sound is kinda like your favorite Discover Weekly playlist but in real life.
Molière In The Park To Present Winter Reading Series of DON JUAN
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Molière in the Park has announced the cast for its Winter Reading Series presentation of DON JUAN, translated and adapted by Stephen Wadsworth. The free public reading will take place at Brooklyn Public Library’s Central Library and is directed by Lucie Tiberghien.
The Bushwick Starr To Present World Premiere Of GOOEY'S TOXIC AQUATIC ADVENTURE
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The Bushwick Starr will present the world premiere of GOOEY'S TOXIC AQUATIC ADVENTURE, a new puppet musical by La Daniella with music by Ben Langhorst. The production explores themes of belonging and imagination in a changing New York City and is presented in association with ¡Oye! Group.
The Love Show NYC Returns With GL’AMOUR! A FESTIVE FROLIC At The Hidden Jewel Box
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The Love Show NYC will present a final run of GL’AMOUR! A FESTIVE FROLIC, an immersive cabaret experience staged at The Hidden Jewel Box. The BroadwayWorld Award–nominated production blends dance, theater, burlesque, and song in a site-specific setting.
Photos: Das Besties Shares First Look At DAS RAUSCHGIFT
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
Das Besties have released new images from their current production, Das Rauschgift, now running at Box of Moonlight in Brooklyn. The play explores themes of apathy, addiction, and belonging through an ensemble story centered on friendship and social pressure. The production blends pop culture, movement, and theatrical collage to examine how people navigate desire and identity.
Eno River Players Announce World Premiere of TWELVE MINOR PROPHETS
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2025
The Eno River Players announced the world premiere of Twelve Minor Prophets, a new play by Charlie Mayhew and Leo Egger, which will be part of the company's 2025-2026 season.
Gabi Carrubba, Lauren Patten, and Matt Rodin Will Perform in OFF THE CLOCK: PUNCH OUT, BELT OUT at 3 Dollar Bill
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Working Theater has announced the debut of Off the Clock: Punch Out, Belt Out, the company's first-ever benefit concert, taking place February 23 at 7:30 pm at Brooklyn's iconic queer nightlife venue 3 Dollar Bill.
STRESSED TO THE NINES is Coming to Second City Mainstage
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Stressed to the Nines is coming to Second City NYC's mainstage for two dates in December. It seems a little bit harder to get by this year than last.  But if you don't like what's being said, change the conversation.
What Will The Neighbors Say? Awarded $15k By The New York State Council On The Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? received a grant award totaling $15k from the New York State Council on the Arts to support the arts and culture sector.
MACC Presents MONTEVERDI CHRISTMAS: 1610 Vespers + Selva Morale E Spirituale
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2025
This December, Music at Co-Cath invites audiences to celebrate the season with Monteverdi Christmas, an immersive concert experience inspired by Monteverdi's Vespers of 1610 and Selva morale e spirituale.
NYC Department Of Cultural Affairs Unveils Public Artists In Residence For 2025–26
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
The NYC Department of Cultural Affairs has announced the 2025–26 cohort of Public Artists in Residence. The program embeds artists in City agencies to collaborate on civic initiatives through creative practice.
The Billie Holiday Theatre Launches CARIBBEAN CALLING – ROOTS & RESURGENCE Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
The Billie Holiday Theatre has announced the launch of the  Caribbean Theatre Festival – “Caribbean Calling: Roots & Resurgence,” a landmark celebration of English-speaking Caribbean artistry, storytelling, and cultural legacy.
HARP Theatricals to Bring I KEEP LEAVING PARTIES EARLY To The Rat's Inaugural Gala-Thon
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2025
HARP Theatricals will bring Amelia Kennedy's poignant short play I Keep Leaving Parties Early, directed by Heather Bildman, to The Rat's inaugural Gala-Thon.
Gl'amour To Present FINAL RUN At The Hidden Jewel Box This December
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
The Love Show will present the final run of Gl’Amour at The Hidden Jewel Box, an intimate pop-up theater created in partnership with ChaShaMa inside the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Dialogue With Three Chords And BrooklynONE To Team Up For Holiday Theatre At Industry City
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Dialogue with Three Chords and brooklynONE Productions will team up to present a season of holiday theatre at Industry City. The immersive theatrical pub crawl THE MARI LWYD returns, plus more.
Bess Wohl's GRAND HORIZONS to be Presented at The Heights Players
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
The Heights Players will continue its 70th season with Bess Wohl's poignant comedy Grand Horizons, directed by Noel MacDuffie. This heartfelt production explores love, marriage, and family with wit and compassiobn.
The RAT NYC To Host A 10-Hour Marathon Of Performance, Community And Celebration
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Random Access Theatre (RAT) will host an all-day, telethon-inspired live performance celebration to support the venue and the independent artists who help it thrive.
THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to brooklynONE
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Tom Kane Theatre will host a free live shadow cast performance and screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol — an interactive, family-friendly twist on the beloved holiday classic.
RiffRaff NYC To Present Rehearsed Reading Of SNAZZY In December
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present a rehearsed reading of SNAZZY, a new play written and produced by Joe Staton, on December 19 at The Rat NYC. The work is inspired by Lauren Staton’s memoir A Snazzy Tale and traces the origins of the global face-painting brand Snazaroo. The reading will feature a cast of seven and marks part of the play’s continued development toward future presentations.

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