American Stage Company

Review: THE COVER OF LIFE at The Guild Hall Players
by Paula Makar - Jun 5, 2025

The Cover of Life, by R.T. Robinson, is based on his family’s true story about three women and their struggle for self-worth in rural Louisiana in 1943. Tood, Weetsie and Sybill each married a Cliffert brother who are engaged in World War II. A local reporter with the Louisiana Times Picayune writes story about these young wives, which piques the interest of Life Magazine’s Henry Luce. Luce assigns Kate Miller to the story, who has been covering the war in Europe. Kate spends a week with the Cliffert women to cover their life while the men are away, and unexpectedly explores the reality of the women as they struggle to find their own identity.  The piece is so well written, with complex characters working through intricate relationships, delicious subtext, prose filled with images and powerful emotions, strong rhythm, and subtle humor.

Briga Heelan, Robert Sella and More to Star in KING OF THE HOLLYWOOD FIXERS Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

American Theater Group will present the premiere reading of King of the Hollywood Fixers by Douglas J. Cohen as part of its free Monday Night Play Reading Series. Learn how to attend.

THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW Comes To Laguna Playhouse This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2024

“The Skivvies” return to Laguna Playhouse with this concert celebration of the 1973 cult musical, The Rocky Horror Show this January.

Photos: First Look at Chris Weikel's PRIDE HOUSE at The Flea Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 20, 2024

Production images have been released for Chris Weikel's Pride House, opening tonight and running through February 10 at The Flea Theater in NYC, representing the first production of the 50th Anniversary Season of TOSOS (The Other Side of Silence), NYC's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company. Check out the photos below!

ASL-Interpreted Performance of PRIDE HOUSE at TOSOS Theater Company Set For Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

 TOSOS, New York City's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company, will present an ASL-interpreted performance of Chris Weikel's Pride House, partnering with Inclusive Communication Services on Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Calvin Knegten Completes the Cast of PRIDE HOUSE at TOSOS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024

TOSOS launches its 50th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of 'Pride House,' a new play by Chris Weikel.

TOSOS Announces 50th Anniversary Season PRIDE HOUSE Premiering January 18
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2023

New York City's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company TOSOS (Artistic Director Mark Finley) has announced the launch of their 50th Anniversary Season, including two full productions, an expansive reading series, annual gala, and several impactful events activated to celebrate the community.

Have There Been Many Two-Person Broadway Musicals Before GUTENBERG?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 22, 2023

This time, the reader question was: Have there been many Broadway musicals starring only two actors, before Gutenberg! The Musical!?

Telly Leung & More to Star in HAS ANYONE SEEN MY MIND? Industry Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023

Private industry readings of 'Has Anyone Seen My Mind?' by Bill Russell, are scheduled for October 26 & 27.

World Premiere Comedy A FAMILY BUSINESS to Open at At Hudson MainStage Theatre in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

Get ready for the world premiere of 'A Family Business' at Hudson MainStage Theatre. This hilarious comedy written by Matt Chait and directed by Brian Shnipper is a must-see. Previews start on November 15 and 16, with the official opening night on November 17. The show runs until December 31, so don't miss out on this limited engagement.

Cast Set For New Drama About Sculptor Camille Claudel at American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023

Learn about the upcoming drama about renowned sculptor Camille Claudel, featuring a talented cast. Find out when and where the performances will take place and get ready for a captivating portrayal of Claudel's life and struggles.

New Biographical Drama OF THE DREAM THAT WAS MY LIFE... Premieres At American Theatre of Actors.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2023

Kristyn Koczur's biographical drama about acclaimed sculptor Camille Claudel (1864 - 1943) titled OF THE DREAM THAT WAS MY LIFE... begins performances October 21 at American Theatre of Actors. It is directed by Daniel Amenda.

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play FENCES by August Wilson is Coming to Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023

Experience the emotional depth and powerful storytelling of August Wilson's Fences at Shakespeare & Company. Follow the struggles of Troy Maxson as he navigates dreams, regrets, and a longing for a different life. Don't miss this Pulitzer Prize-winning play, part of Wilson's acclaimed American Century Cycle. Get your tickets now!

San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company Announces 2023-24 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 15, 2023

The 29th season of San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company will see its Artistic Director L. Peter Callender taking on two of what he terms “bucket list roles.” First as Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman in October, followed by Shylock in the Merchant of Venice in May.

African-American Shakespeare Company Recreates ROMEO & JULIET For The Times We Are In
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2023

The African-American Shakespeare Company will present for only the second time in its history, Romeo & Juliet. This updated version from the company's Artistic Director L. Peter Callender will stay true to what Shakespeare wrote but with a different ending. 

PlayGround-NY Concludes Season 2 In-Person With BEST OF PLAYGROUND New York Gala!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2023

Playwright incubator PlayGround-NY celebrates the best writers and short works from its second season and its first in-person performance at this year's BEST OF PLAYGROUND-NY GALA, Monday, April 24, 7pm EDT, live at The Producers Club (358 W 44th St) and simulcast online!

Ann Arvia, Adam LeFevre & More to Star in THE NATIVITY VARIATIONS World Premiere at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present the World Premiere of The Nativity Variations by Catherine Trieschmann (One House Over) November 16 – December 11, 2022 in the Quadracci Powerhouse. 

Ensemble Theatre Opens 2022-23 With SWEAT
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2022

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati opens its 37th year with the Pulitzer Prize–winning drama Sweat by MacArthur genius and two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Lynn Nottage. Shining a powerful light on America's working class, Nottage infuses this searing script with her trademark mix of compassion, humor, and suspense. It's explosive drama, made in America. Playing September 17–October 9, 2022. Directed by Darnell Pierre Benjamin.

Jobsite Theatre Announces Cast of PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2022

Jobsite Theater, resident theater company at the Straz Center, is thrilled will kick off its 24th season with this hilarious comedy from the original “wild and crazy guy,” Steve Martin.

Cast Announced For HYMN, Opening at Shakespeare & Company This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2022

Shakespeare & Company has announced the cast of Hymn, by Lolita Chakrabarti - to be staged at the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre at the Shakespeare & Company campus, July 22 through August 28.