Talk of The Town at Bay Street Theater

Step into the glamour, ambition, and romance of 1920s New York in Talk of the Town, a new musical inspired by the true story behind the founding of The New Yorker—presented for one night only.

Written by Eve Potts and Andrew Bentley, with music and lyrics by Jeffrey Stock, this concert staging explores the love stories that helped launch one of America’s most iconic publications. At its center are editor Harold Ross and writer Jane Grant, a bold and forward-thinking woman who helped shape both the magazine and its cultural moment.

Emerging from the same vibrant literary world that helped define The New Yorker, the story reflects a cultural moment shaped by voices like Dorothy Parker and brings audiences face to face with figures of the era including Irving Berlin and Alexander Woollcott.

Set during the Roaring Twenties, a time of jazz, artistic energy, and transformation, Talk of the Town captures a New York on the brink of becoming the cultural capital of the world.

This production offers a rare opportunity to experience a new musical in development and be part of its creative journey.

This is a concert staging of a new musical in development. Performers appear with scripts in hand, allowing the focus to remain on story, music, and character. Audience response is an important part of the development process, making this a unique opportunity to experience a new work as it evolves.

VIP tickets are available and include an exclusive reception with the creators immediately following the performance, offering a special opportunity to connect with the artists and gain insight into the development of the musical.

Back Row 35th Anniversary Special – $35 A limited number of back row seats offered in celebration of Bay Street Theater’s 35th Anniversary.