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LEROY AND LUCY World Premiere, NOISES OFF & More Announced For Steppenwolf's 2024/2025 Season
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-13 13:29:34
VIDEO: Watch a Chat with Ralph B. Peña, Director of SUMO at La Jolla Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 13:42:54
VIDEO: Watch a Chat with James Yaegashi, Cultural/Martial Arts Consultant & Co-Fight Director of SUMO at La Jolla Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 13:43:16
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DESTROYING DAVID to Receive East Coast Premiere at American Theater Group
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2026
American Theater Group will present the East Coast premiere of DESTROYING DAVID as the opening production of its upcoming season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2026
American Theater Group will present the East Coast premiere of DESTROYING DAVID as the opening production of its upcoming season.
Lesley Manville and Anna Maxwell Martin Will Lead AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY West End Revival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2026
August: Osage County will return to London's West End in 2027, starring Lesley Manville as Violet Weston, and Anna Maxwell Martin as Barbara Fordham. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2026
August: Osage County will return to London's West End in 2027, starring Lesley Manville as Violet Weston, and Anna Maxwell Martin as Barbara Fordham. Learn more here!
American Theater Group and Sieminski Theater to Host Free Summer Theater Workshop
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
American Theater Group and Sieminski Theater announced a free summer theater workshop called 'Pearls of Wisdom,' offered in partnership by the two organizations.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
American Theater Group and Sieminski Theater announced a free summer theater workshop called 'Pearls of Wisdom,' offered in partnership by the two organizations.
Review: CHARLOTTE FINEST THEATRE ARTISTS WIN BIG
by Vickie Evans - Jul 7, 2026
The 2026 ACE Awards was an unforgettable evening filled with exceptional performances, heartfelt acceptance speeches, inspiring worship, and well-deserved recognition.
by Vickie Evans - Jul 7, 2026
The 2026 ACE Awards was an unforgettable evening filled with exceptional performances, heartfelt acceptance speeches, inspiring worship, and well-deserved recognition.
NEW AMERICA THEATRE FESTIVAL OF LONDON to Make Debut at Globe Road Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
Globe Road Theatre will present the inaugural New America Theatre Festival of London, featuring seven plays by American playwrights performed by London-based directors and cast at The Reliance in Shoreditch.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
Globe Road Theatre will present the inaugural New America Theatre Festival of London, featuring seven plays by American playwrights performed by London-based directors and cast at The Reliance in Shoreditch.
American Theater Group to Offer Musical Theater Camp Scholarships
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2026
American Theater Group, Union Arts Center, and Broadway Babies announced a scholarship opportunity for their upcoming summer musical theater camp. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2026
American Theater Group, Union Arts Center, and Broadway Babies announced a scholarship opportunity for their upcoming summer musical theater camp. Learn more here!
Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at City Theatre Austin
by Sabrina Wallace - Jun 24, 2026
More than 65 years after its Broadway debut, A Raisin in the Sun still asks questions America hasn't fully answered. City Theatre delivers a respectful production with standout performances from Kendra Franklin, Abigail Egbujor, and Olivia Jamison.
by Sabrina Wallace - Jun 24, 2026
More than 65 years after its Broadway debut, A Raisin in the Sun still asks questions America hasn't fully answered. City Theatre delivers a respectful production with standout performances from Kendra Franklin, Abigail Egbujor, and Olivia Jamison.
Paula Vogel and Michael Maso to Launch New Writers Retreat BARDS ON THE CAPE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel and producer Michael Maso are set to lead Bards on the Cape, a new writers retreat opening on Cape Cod. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel and producer Michael Maso are set to lead Bards on the Cape, a new writers retreat opening on Cape Cod. Learn more here!
Review: FADE TO BLACK at Shabach Enterprise
by Brett Cullum - Jun 19, 2026
You get an entire evening of short bursts of brilliance, kinda like a fireworks show to commemorate Juneteenth. This year, all ten entries are extremely solid in both what they say and who says them.
by Brett Cullum - Jun 19, 2026
You get an entire evening of short bursts of brilliance, kinda like a fireworks show to commemorate Juneteenth. This year, all ten entries are extremely solid in both what they say and who says them.
Full Cast Set for INTO THE WOODS at Cape Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026
The Cape Playhouse announced full casting for INTO THE WOODS, led by Javier Muñoz as Baker, with Nick Adams, Alex Finke, Pearl Sun, and others in the Sondheim-Lapine classic. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026
The Cape Playhouse announced full casting for INTO THE WOODS, led by Javier Muñoz as Baker, with Nick Adams, Alex Finke, Pearl Sun, and others in the Sondheim-Lapine classic. Learn more here!
Theater Mu and New Native Theatre Name MU TANG CLAN VOL 3 Playwright Cohort
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
Theater Mu and New Native Theatre named four Twin Cities playwrights to the MU TANG CLAN Vol 3 incubator, supporting emerging AANHPI and Native American writers in developing full-length scripts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
Theater Mu and New Native Theatre named four Twin Cities playwrights to the MU TANG CLAN Vol 3 incubator, supporting emerging AANHPI and Native American writers in developing full-length scripts.
Two River Theater to Present ¡FESTEJO! Celebrating Latine Stories; Marking 15 Years
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Two River Theater will present ¡Festejo! Celebrating Latine Stories Onstage, taking place in August. This annual celebration, formerly known as Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras) Festival, returns for its 15th year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026
Two River Theater will present ¡Festejo! Celebrating Latine Stories Onstage, taking place in August. This annual celebration, formerly known as Crossing Borders (Cruzando Fronteras) Festival, returns for its 15th year.
Wilma Theater Names Lindsay Smiling as Sole Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Philadelphia's Tony Award-winning Wilma Theater announced Lindsay Smiling as its sole Artistic Director, transitioning from his Co-Artistic Director role to lead the company alongside Managing Director Leigh Goldenberg.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Philadelphia's Tony Award-winning Wilma Theater announced Lindsay Smiling as its sole Artistic Director, transitioning from his Co-Artistic Director role to lead the company alongside Managing Director Leigh Goldenberg.
BROADWAY BABIES Theater Camp to Launch at Union Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
American Theater Group and Union Arts Center will present BROADWAY BABIES, a summer theater camp led by Union Resident Brooke Hussey, offering young performers a hands-on musical theater experience.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
American Theater Group and Union Arts Center will present BROADWAY BABIES, a summer theater camp led by Union Resident Brooke Hussey, offering young performers a hands-on musical theater experience.
Odyssey Theatre Ensemble to Present ROBERT HEIDE: IN SEARCH OF LOST AMERICAN PLAYWRIGHTS
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present ROBERT HEIDE: IN SEARCH OF LOST AMERICAN PLAYWRIGHTS on May 30 as part of its Thresholds of Invention series. The event will feature readings from plays by the late Off-Off Broadway playwright and Warhol collaborator Robert Heide.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present ROBERT HEIDE: IN SEARCH OF LOST AMERICAN PLAYWRIGHTS on May 30 as part of its Thresholds of Invention series. The event will feature readings from plays by the late Off-Off Broadway playwright and Warhol collaborator Robert Heide.
Interview: Victoria Zajac Directs THE ROOMMATE for Actors Collaborative Toledo
by Julie Zatko - May 6, 2026
A recent divorce. A mysterious new roommate. A friendship neither woman saw coming. The Roommate by Jen Silverman transforms an unlikely living arrangement into a sharp, funny, and surprisingly moving story about reinvention.
by Julie Zatko - May 6, 2026
A recent divorce. A mysterious new roommate. A friendship neither woman saw coming. The Roommate by Jen Silverman transforms an unlikely living arrangement into a sharp, funny, and surprisingly moving story about reinvention.
Photos: Samuel D. Hunter Honored at Page 73 Gala 2026
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Playwright and MacArthur “Genius” Samuel D. Hunter was honored at the Page 73 Gala 2026, celebrating the nonprofit renowned for its work fostering playwrights early in their careers. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Playwright and MacArthur “Genius” Samuel D. Hunter was honored at the Page 73 Gala 2026, celebrating the nonprofit renowned for its work fostering playwrights early in their careers. Check out photos here!
American Theater Group Names Charlotte Cohn as Producing Artistic Director
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
Charlotte Cohn has been appointed Producing Artistic Director of American Theater Group, succeeding founder Jim Vagias, who is retiring after leading the organization since its founding.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
Charlotte Cohn has been appointed Producing Artistic Director of American Theater Group, succeeding founder Jim Vagias, who is retiring after leading the organization since its founding.
THE UNWITTING MAGICIAN Will Come to Union Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
American Theater Group will present THE UNWITTING MAGICIAN at the Union Arts Center, written by playwright Jeremy Dobrish, a Maplewood resident. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
American Theater Group will present THE UNWITTING MAGICIAN at the Union Arts Center, written by playwright Jeremy Dobrish, a Maplewood resident. Learn more here!
THE LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION: THE STORY OF YORK is Coming to ATA in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will present a limited return engagement of The Lewis & Clark Expedition: The Story of York, Kenthedo Robinson's drama reclaiming the story of York, an enslaved man on the Lewis and Clark expedition.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will present a limited return engagement of The Lewis & Clark Expedition: The Story of York, Kenthedo Robinson's drama reclaiming the story of York, an enslaved man on the Lewis and Clark expedition.
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