Al Letson

Folger Theatre Unveils Plays And Playwrights For The Fourth Annual READING ROOM FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025

Folger Theatre has announced the lineup for the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, which will present staged readings, workshops, panels, and community events exploring new writing inspired by Shakespeare.

Folger Theatre Reveals Plays And Playwrights For The Fourth Annual Reading Room Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

Folger Theatre at the Folger Shakespeare Library revealed the plays and playwrights for the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, a four-day festival of staged readings, panel discussions, workshops, and community celebrations.

Review: Folger Theater's JULIUS X a Masterful Re-Imagining of Shakespeare's Classic
by Andrew White - Oct 1, 2025

The Folger Theatre’s production of “Julius X,” Letson’s heartfelt and moving treatment of the break between Malcolm and the Nation of Islam, a break which culminated in his assassination at the hands of his former brothers, is a cautionary tale for our time—and for any time. 

Folger Theatre Reveals Cast And Creative Team For JULIUS X
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

Folger Theatre will open its 2025–26 season with Julius X: A Re-envisioning of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, written by Al Letson, directed by Nicole Brewer, and starring Brandon Carter in the title role.

HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE and More Set for Folger Theatre 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025

Folger Theatre has revealed its 2025-26 season at the Folger Shakespeare Library on Capitol Hill, featuring three productions. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Folger Announces New Plays, New Programs, And New Voices In The New Year
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2022

The Folger Shakespeare Library has announced a series of new projects and programs centered around the theme, What's Your Story?. As a world-renowned source for stories and how they are told, the Folger is amplifying new voices in these inaugural programs.

Queens Theatre And Lincoln Center Present AN EVENING OF SHORT PLAYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2021

On Wednesday, August 25th, 2021, Queens Theatre's New American Voices and Theatre for All, in collaboration with Lincoln Center's RESTART STAGES, present An Evening of Short Plays, featuring three works by artists from the Disability community.

International Festival of Arts & Ideas Announces DEMOCRACY: WE THE PEOPLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2020

The International Festival of Arts & Ideas announces that its virtual Ideas programming will begin on Tuesday, May 12, and continue through Friday, June 26.

Dan Hoyle Returns to the Marsh with THE REAL AMERICANS
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017

Returning with newly-added post-election material, The Marsh San Francisco presents Dan Hoyle's wildly popular The Real Americans.

Intercept, Quartz, New York Magazine Take Home 2016 Online Journalism Awards
by Molly Tracy - Sep 19, 2016

DENVER, CO - Superlative reporting on leaked data, prison reform and undue police force led coverage that garnered top honors for 35 media organizations Saturday night at the 2016 Online Journalism Awards, which ended the Online News Association Conference.

WORLD Channel Presents the Landmark Television Series EYES ON THE PRIZE I AND II Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jan 17, 2016

Public television's WORLD Channel will present the complete Emmy-Award winning Eyes on the Prize I and II starting tonight, January 17, 2016.

WORLD Channel Presents the Landmark Television Series EYES ON THE PRIZE I AND II
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 14, 2016

Public television's WORLD Channel will present the complete Emmy-Award winning Eyes on the Prize I and II starting January 17, 2016.

Winner of Inaugural Excellence in Theatre Education Tony Award Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 4, 2015

The Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) have announced Corey Mitchell, Theater Arts Teacher at the Northwest School of the Arts in Charlotte, N.C., as the winner of the inaugural Excellence in Theatre Education Award. This year's finalists were Marianne Adams, Director of Education at the Grandstreet Theatre School in Helena, Mont., and Donald Hicken, Theatre Department Director at the Baltimore School for the Arts in Baltimore, Md.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Lindsay Mendez & More Featured in THIS AMERICAN LIFE's RadioLoveFest Show at BAM; Stream It Online Now!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2014

The full video for THIS AMERICAN LIFE's 'wildest' show ever at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on June 7th as part of the 2014 'RadioLoveFest' is now available to stream online for just $5. Check out a video trailer for the program here, and hear the radio promo for the episode below!

Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Take Part in RadioLoveFest, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2014

From today, June 4 to June 8, two iconic New York City institutions join to celebrate an ever evolving medium that was born more than 100 years ago-radio. For this five day festival, WNYC takes-up residence at BAM venues to reimagine some of public radio's most treasured programs as live, contemporary theatrical engagements. Passionate WNYC fans and curious newcomers can revel in their 'love' of favorite radio and podcast hosts at this unprecedented event.

Lin-Manuel Miranda & More to Take Part in RadioLoveFest, June 4-8
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2014

From June 4 to June 8, two iconic New York City institutions join to celebrate an ever evolving medium that was born more than 100 years ago-radio.

New Jersey Repertory Company Presents Summer In Sanctuary 3/25
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2012

New Jersey Repertory Company, located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch is set to present "Summer In Sanctuary," an new play by Al Letson, a nationally recognized award-winning slam poet, performer, playwright, and the host and producer of the popular "State of the Re: Union" on National Public Radio.

MAMMA ROMA to Conclude Cherry Lane Theatre's MENTOR PROJECT 2012
by Mark Valdez - Mar 20, 2012

A new play about the late Italian actress Anna Magnani, MAMMA ROMA -- written and performed by Anne DeSalvo, winner of the Obie Award for her performance in GEMINI -- will be presented by Cherry Lane Theatre's MENTOR PROJECT from April 3 to 14 at Cherry Lane Studio Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Manhattan. MAMMA ROMA is directed by Rob Urbinati. David Rambo (THE LADY WITH ALL THE ANSWERS) has been Ms. DeSalvo's mentor for the play.

New Jersey Repertory Company Presents Summer In Sanctuary 3/8-25
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2012

New Jersey Repertory Company, located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch is set to present "Summer In Sanctuary," an new play by Al Letson, a nationally recognized award-winning slam poet, performer, playwright, and the host and producer of the popular "State of the Re: Union" on National Public Radio.

New Jersey Repertory Company Presents Summer In Sanctuary 3/8-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 30, 2012

New Jersey Repertory Company, located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch is set to present "Summer In Sanctuary," an new play by Al Letson, a nationally recognized award-winning slam poet, performer, playwright, and the host and producer of the popular "State of the Re: Union" on National Public Radio.