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SPACE DOGS Will Now Begin Previews on January 25 and Open February 13 at MCC Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
MCC Theater announced today that Space Dogs, a new musical written by and starring Van Hughes (Burn All Night) and Nick Blaemire (Glory Days), will now begin previews on January 25, 2022 at MCC Theater (511 W 52nd Street New York, NY 10019) in the Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater.
Jack Scott, Christopher Joel Onken & More Star in New Web Series THIS IS B.S.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
'This Is B.S.' is a new mockumentary-style web series inspired by the non-union summer stock experience. Creators Ella Smith and Lindsey Bristol met on a summer contract at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse in New Hampshire and started to write the show in their dressing room when they weren't performing onstage.
spit&vigor Theatre Company Postpones Performances Of ECTOPLASM At The Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
Due to a positive case of Covid-19 among the cast, spit&vigor theatre company has postponed performances for their World Premiere of Ectoplasm, written and directed by Sara Fellini. The play, which was originally scheduled to run January 5-February 6, 2022, will now open on Thursday, January 13 at The Players Theatre.
Tickets Are Now On Sale For THE JURY at Theatre Now
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
The Jury is an new musical with book & lyrics by Casey Kendall and music by Jonathan Bauerfeld. It tells the story of Tess Butler, who has died after a short lifetime of battling opiate addiction and burning bridges. Now, it is up to seven people from her life to come together and decide whether or not she's worth saving.
THE TEN COMMANDMENTS Musical Will Make US Premiere in May
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2022
France's most thriving musical, 'The Ten Commandments,' releases the first single in English and announces the upcoming U.S premiere.
Turn To Flesh Productions Names Emily Elliott As Their New Associate Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2022
Turn to Flesh Productions (TTF) has announced that Emily Elliott has taken on the role of Associate Managing Director.
Amas Musical Theatre Will Present 'Dare To Be Different' Festival at A.R.T./New York Theatres in January
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2021
Amas Musical Theatre will present the fourth year of “Dare To Be Different,” a festival of new musicals and special events, from January 27 – February 18, 2022 at A.R.T./New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street – 10th Avenue & 53rd Street).
EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS Cancels All Remaining Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2021
Due to multiple positive COVID-19 cases in the company and staff, New 42 announced that all remaining performances of Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas have been canceled. Performances were scheduled to play through January 2, 2022. 
A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Merchant's House Cancels Remaining Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2021
Out of an abundance of caution and with omicron on the rise, A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Merchant’s House has decided to close the show ahead of its final scheduled performance on Friday, December 31st. 
CHEEK TO CHEEK: IRVING BERLIN IN HOLLYWOOD Enters Final Week of Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2021
The York Theatre Company has announced the final seven performances of Cheek to Cheek: Irving Berlin in Hollywood, a song and dance celebration featuring the music and lyrics of the legendary Irving Berlin.
Bard At The Gate Announces Free Re-Release Of FREEMAN and SONNETS
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2021
Bard at the Gate, the leader in new digital theater, and McCarter Theater Center announce the FREE re-release of the first two productions of the Bard 2021-22 season – HOW TO RAISE A FREEMAN by Zakiyyah Alexander and SONNETS FOR AN OLD CENTURY by Jose Rivera – starting December 23 at 5 p.m. (ET) through December 31 at 11 p.m.  (ET)
Czech Puppet Production A CHRISTMAS CAROL, OY! HANUKKAH, MERRY KWANZAA to Be Presented Virtual Only at TNC
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2021
To safely reach the widest possible audience, Theater for the New City (TNC) and Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre (CAMT) have converted their upcoming performance of 'A Christmas Carol, Oy! Hanukkah, Merry Kwanzaa' (December 22 to January 2) from live performances to virtual (online) only.  The show will be available on-demand beginning December 22 at 8:00 PM and run through January 2, the length of the previously scheduled run.
Alex Edelman's JUST FOR US Off-Broadway To Pause Due to COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2021
It was announced today that award-winning stand-up comedian Alex Edelman’s critically acclaimed new show Just For Us will take an unexpected hiatus at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce Street) due to the rising cases of COVID-19.
TNC Presents New Yiddish Rep In CRAZY MESHUGE HURRICANE EARTHQUAKE, January 12-19
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2021
From January 12 to 19, 2022, Theater for the New City will present the New Yiddish Rep production of 'Crazy Meshuge Hurricane Earthquake' by Amy Coleman, directed by David Mandelbaum. 
92Y to Present A Conversation With Andrew Garfield
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2021
92Y’s signature film series, Reel Pieces with Annette Insdorf, returns to live programming on Thursday, January 13 at 7 pm with actor Andrew Garfield. Following a screening of tick, tick...Boom! – in which Garfield stars – he will discuss the film as well as his career.
A SHERLOCK CAROL to Return for 2022 Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2021
A Sherlock Carol has announced plans to return for the 2022 holiday season.  Written and directed by Mark Shanahan (NPR’s Ghost Light Series), the show is currently playing an eight-week limited holiday engagement at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street), and has two weeks of performances left, with a final performance on Sunday, January 2, 2022.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of BECOMING DR. RUTH
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2021
Becoming Dr. Ruth, starring Tovah Feldshuh and written by Mark St. Germain, enjoyed a successful evening for its Off-Broadway opening night at Edmond J. Safra Hall at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York on Thursday, December 16.
Boundless Theater (A Stage Without Borders) to Launch With ELEANOR RIGBY IS WAITING
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
Creative Point-On announced today the launch of Boundless Theater (A Stage Without Borders), a theatrical installation series returning the spotlight to the underground scene of the performing arts by presenting exclusively curated, boutique performances from indie playwrights, actors, musicians, and dancers in unconventional spaces.
Irish Rep Cancels Performances of THE STREETS OF NEW YORK Through December 26
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
Irish Repertory Theater is cancelling performances of The Streets Of New York through December 26, 2021.
17th Annual Fred Ebb Award Ceremony Postponed
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
 The Fred Ebb Foundation has announced that their Fred Ebb Award ceremony, previously set for January 3rd, 2022 at Birdland Jazz Club, has been postponed. 
The Wooster Group's THE MOTHER to Play Return Engagement February 2022
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
 Following a sold-out run this fall, The Wooster Group’s new production of Bertolt Brecht’s The Mother, directed by Elizabeth LeCompte, will return to New York for a special limited engagement. Performances will run February 18 to March 12, 2022, at The Performing Garage (33 Wooster Street).
Photos: George Takei Visits THE WOMAN IN BLACK
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
GEORGE TAKEI made it to Chelsea and the McKittrick Hotel to see the hit play “The Woman In Black” and congratulated the cast of 2 , (left) DAVID ACTON and (right) JAMES EVANS after the show.  
THE HOME...FOR THE HOLIDAYS is Now Streaming Virtually
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
From the same troupe that brought you 'Assisted Living: The Musical' comes the holiday show for everyone who knows someone who is...of-a-certain-age, or wishes to grow to that age. These are the tales Granny will never tell.
SUGAR RAY by Laurence Holder to be Presented at the Gene Frankel Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2021
Sugar Ray by Laurence Holder will have its theatrical premiere January 6 to 23, 2022 at Gene Frankel Theatre, 24 Bond Street, presented by 24 Bond Arts Center in association with Faith Steps Productions and performed by AUDELCO-winner Reginald L. Wilson.  The theater's playing area will be transformed into a boxing ring for the production.
Photos: First Look At RESCUE RUE, A New Musical Fairytale At DR2 Theatre In NYC
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2021
Here’s a first look at Rescue Rue, a new musical fairytale created by Emmy-winning Stacey Weingarten being staged at DR2 Theatre (103 East 15th Street) in NYC through Jan 16th.

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