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Great Expectations is the coming-of-age story of Pip, an orphan who yearns for a greater lot in life until a twist of fate introduces him to the mysterious and eccentric Miss Havisham and Estella, showing him a dark world of possibilities. Under the great expectations placed upon him, Pip will have to work out the cost of this new world and whether it will truly make him the man he wishes to be.

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by Stephi Wild - November 15, 2024

Prime Stage Theatre's 5th Annual High School Drama Awards will be held Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025 to honor excellence by student actors performing in non-musical plays....


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Adapted from John Buchan's novel, Patrick Barlow's The 39 Steps will be directed by Ryan McBryde – in a co-production with Mercury Theatre Colchester and Octagon Theatre Bolton. ...


Photos: Eddie Izzard Takes Opening Night Bows in HAMLET Photo Photos: Eddie Izzard Takes Opening Night Bows in HAMLET
by Jennifer Broski - February 12, 2024

Eddie Izzard’s solo Hamlet just celebrated its opening night at the Greenwich House Theater. Check out photos from inside the big night here!...


Review: GREAT EXPECTATIONS, Garrick Theatre Photo Review: GREAT EXPECTATIONS, Garrick Theatre
by Gary Naylor - May 27, 2023

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by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

Prime Stage Theatre receives an NEA grant to support the world premiere of the play adapted from Laurie Halse Anderson's novel 'Speak,' which tells the story of a high school freshman overcoming trauma....


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The Park Theatre in Jaffrey announced today their production of the first annual New England Dickens Fest. The festival honors the celebrated British author with five days of holiday concerts, stage plays, movies, contests, craft & food fair, and much more. ...


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by Blair Ingenthron - August 11, 2024

After honing their craft in Manchester, UK, Lights On Theatre will make their Australian debut at Sydney Fringe 2024 with Dominick Argento's 1981 mono-opera Miss Havisham's Wedding Night....


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The cast and creative team has been announced for Great Expectations at Royal Exchange Theatre. Find out who starring in the show here!...


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