Superior Donuts is a comedy about the owner of a small donut shop that's located in a quickly gentrifying Chicago neighborhood. Arthur is a gruff, to the point Chicagoan who refuses to sell newfangled cronuts and macchiatos or renovate his dated shop that hasn't changed since it opened in 1969. That all changes when enterprising go-getter Franco fast talks his way into Arthur's life as his new (and only) employee, and convinces him that he can bring the shop
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Just For Laughs ComedyPRO 2017 to Put the Funny Front and Centre
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2017
Just For Laughs ComedyPRO, the leading event of the comedy industry, has expanded its programming for 2017 with the addition of more high profile cast and industry panels that put the business of funny front and centre. Now in its tenth year, Just For Laughs ComedyPRO is the de facto event for the i...
Just For Laughs ComedyPRO 2017 to Put the Funny Front and Centre
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
Just For Laughs ComedyPRO, the leading event of the comedy industry, has expanded its programming for 2017 with the addition of more high profile cast and industry panels that put the business of funny front and centre. Now in its tenth year, Just For Laughs ComedyPRO is the de facto event for the i...
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
Just For Laughs ComedyPRO, the leading event of the comedy industry, has expanded its programming for 2017 with the addition of more high profile cast and industry panels that put the business of funny front and centre. Now in its tenth year, Just For Laughs ComedyPRO is the de facto event for the i...
Photo Flash: SUPERIOR DONUTS Extends at Theater On The Edge
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2017
Finishing its first season strong, Theater On The Edge is extending its run of Superior Donuts, by Tracy Letts, through Sunday, July 9th. The comedy-drama stars local comedian Sean Philippe alongside the theater's resident ensemble cast members Allan Whitehead, Marco DiGeorge, and Zack Roundy. Broad...
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2017
Finishing its first season strong, Theater On The Edge is extending its run of Superior Donuts, by Tracy Letts, through Sunday, July 9th. The comedy-drama stars local comedian Sean Philippe alongside the theater's resident ensemble cast members Allan Whitehead, Marco DiGeorge, and Zack Roundy. Broad...
2016-17 Omaha Community Playhouse Awards Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2017
The Omaha Community Playhouse honored its top volunteers at the annual Awards Night ceremony held Monday evening....
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2017
The Omaha Community Playhouse honored its top volunteers at the annual Awards Night ceremony held Monday evening....
BWW Interview: Catching up with Marco DiGeorge about SUPERIOR DONUTS
by Kimberly Moy - June 11, 2017
Written by Tracy Letts in 2008, the play jumped to Broadway in 2009 and is now a sitcom on CBS. The original play is also now appearing at Theater On The Edge. I had a chance to catch up with Artistic Director, Marco DiGeorge about the show....
by Kimberly Moy - June 11, 2017
Written by Tracy Letts in 2008, the play jumped to Broadway in 2009 and is now a sitcom on CBS. The original play is also now appearing at Theater On The Edge. I had a chance to catch up with Artistic Director, Marco DiGeorge about the show....
Theater On The Edge Opens Tracy Letts' SUPERIOR DONUTS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2017
Theater on the Edge will present SUPERIOR DONUTS by Tracy Letts, running tonight, June 9, 2017 to Sunday, July 2, 2017....
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2017
Theater on the Edge will present SUPERIOR DONUTS by Tracy Letts, running tonight, June 9, 2017 to Sunday, July 2, 2017....
Theater On The Edge Presents SUPERIOR DONUTS
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Local actor Sean Philippe will be making his stage debut alongside the theater's resident ensemble cast members Allan Whitehead, Marco DiGeorge and Zack Roundy in Tracy Letts' 2008 comedy-drama Superior Donuts....
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2017
Local actor Sean Philippe will be making his stage debut alongside the theater's resident ensemble cast members Allan Whitehead, Marco DiGeorge and Zack Roundy in Tracy Letts' 2008 comedy-drama Superior Donuts....
Tracy Letts Says Broadway Bound Play THE MINUTES is Not About Trump, But is Politically Aware
by Julie Musbach - May 27, 2017
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Tracy Letts spoke about his play THE MINUTES which will take its place on Broadway next year. Letts describes it as an examination of personal history and how 'history sometimes is in the eye of the beholder.'...
by Julie Musbach - May 27, 2017
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Tracy Letts spoke about his play THE MINUTES which will take its place on Broadway next year. Letts describes it as an examination of personal history and how 'history sometimes is in the eye of the beholder.'...
BWW Review: SUPERIOR DONUTS is Good Food for Thought
by Christine Swerczek - May 05, 2017
Sometimes you see a play that's so rich, you can't stop chewing on it. That's how I felt about the Omaha Community Playhouse production of "SUPERIOR DONUTS." Written by Tracy Letts, multiple layers are woven into a funny, yet sadly moving, exploration of the people going in and out of the small Chic...
by Christine Swerczek - May 05, 2017
Sometimes you see a play that's so rich, you can't stop chewing on it. That's how I felt about the Omaha Community Playhouse production of "SUPERIOR DONUTS." Written by Tracy Letts, multiple layers are woven into a funny, yet sadly moving, exploration of the people going in and out of the small Chic...
Ally to Welcome MIZ WASHINGTON Playwright James Ijames
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
Ally is thrilled to welcome Miz Washington playwright and 2017 Whiting Award Winner, James Ijames to the show on Sunday, April 30th. James will participate in a post-show talkback with the cast after the 3PM Matinee....
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
Ally is thrilled to welcome Miz Washington playwright and 2017 Whiting Award Winner, James Ijames to the show on Sunday, April 30th. James will participate in a post-show talkback with the cast after the 3PM Matinee....
Martha Lavey, Former Head of Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Dies at 60
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2017
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Martha Lavey, ensemble member and former Steppenwolf Artistic Director, passed away today due to complications from a stroke suffered last Wednesday, April 19....
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2017
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Martha Lavey, ensemble member and former Steppenwolf Artistic Director, passed away today due to complications from a stroke suffered last Wednesday, April 19....
BWW Review: SUPERIOR DONUTS at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Allison Rambler - April 24, 2017
In this day and age, race and social class are very challenging topics to discuss. Everyone has an opinion, and many are unafraid to share it. These clashing views can sometimes render these subjects somewhat taboo, but Oyster Mill Playhouse is choosing to bring these tricky topics to light. With a ...
by Allison Rambler - April 24, 2017
In this day and age, race and social class are very challenging topics to discuss. Everyone has an opinion, and many are unafraid to share it. These clashing views can sometimes render these subjects somewhat taboo, but Oyster Mill Playhouse is choosing to bring these tricky topics to light. With a ...
Photo Flash: Meet the Stars of SUPERIOR DONUTS at Omaha Community Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2017
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Oyster Mill Playhouse to Present Tracy Letts Comedy SUPERIOR DONUTS
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2017
The Oyster Mill Playhouse will present SUPERIOR DONUTS, by Tracy Letts, April 21 through May 7....
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2017
The Oyster Mill Playhouse will present SUPERIOR DONUTS, by Tracy Letts, April 21 through May 7....
CBS Announces Season Finale Dates for Comedies, Dramas & Unscripted Series
by Caryn Robbins - March 27, 2017
CBS today announced season finale dates for its primetime comedies, dramas and unscripted series including Freshman dramas MacGyver and Ransom which will end their seasons in April...
by Caryn Robbins - March 27, 2017
CBS today announced season finale dates for its primetime comedies, dramas and unscripted series including Freshman dramas MacGyver and Ransom which will end their seasons in April...
BULL, KEVIN CAN WAIT Among 18 CBS Series Renewals for 2017-18 Season
by Caryn Robbins - March 23, 2017
CBS today announced early renewals of 18 returning series for the 2017-2018 season, displaying the programming depth and stability of America's Most Watched Network. Additional returning series pick-ups for next season will be announced at a later date....
by Caryn Robbins - March 23, 2017
CBS today announced early renewals of 18 returning series for the 2017-2018 season, displaying the programming depth and stability of America's Most Watched Network. Additional returning series pick-ups for next season will be announced at a later date....
Judd Hirsch, Dan Lauria to Read THE VALUE OF NAMES at George Street Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
George Street Playhouse has announced that stage and screen legends Judd Hirsch (TV: Taxi, Superior Donuts; Film: Ordinary People, Independence Day) and Dan Lauria (TV: The Wonder Years, Pitch; Broadway: Lombardi, A Christmas Story) have been cast for a special one-night-only reading of Jeffrey Swee...
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
George Street Playhouse has announced that stage and screen legends Judd Hirsch (TV: Taxi, Superior Donuts; Film: Ordinary People, Independence Day) and Dan Lauria (TV: The Wonder Years, Pitch; Broadway: Lombardi, A Christmas Story) have been cast for a special one-night-only reading of Jeffrey Swee...
Comedy Dynamics' Original Series COMING TO THE STAGE Renewed for Two More Seasons with New Host George Wallace
by Caryn Robbins - March 20, 2017
Comedy Dynamics announced today that due to the success of the last season of its original series COMING TO THE STAGE, the show has been renewed for a sixth and seventh season and will be hosted by George Wallace....
by Caryn Robbins - March 20, 2017
Comedy Dynamics announced today that due to the success of the last season of its original series COMING TO THE STAGE, the show has been renewed for a sixth and seventh season and will be hosted by George Wallace....
CBS's 59TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS Was Week's No. 1 Program
by Caryn Robbins - February 15, 2017
CBS swept the week in viewers and key demographics with the top 7 broadcasts and 16 of the top 20 including 6 freshman series, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending Feb. 12....
by Caryn Robbins - February 15, 2017
CBS swept the week in viewers and key demographics with the top 7 broadcasts and 16 of the top 20 including 6 freshman series, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending Feb. 12....
BWW Morning Brief February 3rd, 2017 - BEARDO, 'THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN' and More!
by Jessica Khan - February 03, 2017
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by Jessica Khan - February 03, 2017
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! This weekend's big news: Craig & Malloy's BEARDO starts tonight Off-Broadway, and the Taye Diggs & Jenny Parsinen-choreographed 'THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN' benefit production hits Royal Family this weekend!...
Review Roundup - New CBS Comedy SUPERIOR DONUTS, Based on Tracy Letts Play
by Caryn Robbins - February 02, 2017
The CBS Television Network's SUPERIOR DONUTS, starring Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler, will debut with a special preview tonight, Feb. 2 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT). Let's see what the critics have to say!...
by Caryn Robbins - February 02, 2017
The CBS Television Network's SUPERIOR DONUTS, starring Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler, will debut with a special preview tonight, Feb. 2 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT). Let's see what the critics have to say!...
BWW Morning Brief February 2nd, 2017: Top Stories You Might Have Missed And More!
by Jessica Khan - February 02, 2017
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: IF I FORGET with GREY'S ANATOMY's Kate Walsh starts performances at Roundabout, and SUNSET BOULEVARD, starring Glenn Close, begins on Broadway!...
by Jessica Khan - February 02, 2017
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: IF I FORGET with GREY'S ANATOMY's Kate Walsh starts performances at Roundabout, and SUNSET BOULEVARD, starring Glenn Close, begins on Broadway!...
CBS Airs Special Preview of SUPERIOR DONUTS, Based on Tracy Letts Play, Today
by TV News Desk - February 02, 2017
The CBS Television Network's SUPERIOR DONUTS, starring Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler, will debut with a special preview today....
by TV News Desk - February 02, 2017
The CBS Television Network's SUPERIOR DONUTS, starring Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler, will debut with a special preview today....
Coal Mine Theatre Presents SUPERIOR DONUTS
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
Coal Mine Theatre is proud to present its second Tracy Letts play with the Canadian premiere of SUPERIOR DONUTS, February 5-26, 2017. Following last season's sold-out smash hit Killer Joe, (the Coal Mine's biggest seller alongside this year's Breathing Corpses) by Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and T...
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
Coal Mine Theatre is proud to present its second Tracy Letts play with the Canadian premiere of SUPERIOR DONUTS, February 5-26, 2017. Following last season's sold-out smash hit Killer Joe, (the Coal Mine's biggest seller alongside this year's Breathing Corpses) by Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and T...
Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our Broadway World - 1/27; ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE in Raleigh, THE LAST FIVE YEARS in Los Angeles and More!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 27, 2017
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by BWW Special Coverage - January 27, 2017
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