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The Orchard Project Announces 2025 Artists, Projects & Summer Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025

The Orchard Project has announced the teams and artists selected to participate in its 2025 Summer Labs in Saratoga Springs, NY. Fifteen teams are creating new theatrical work in The Orchard Project's hallmark Performance Lab; eight are developing television shows in its Episodic Lab; four are creating new podcasts in its Audio Lab; and nine multidisciplinary artists are developing new work in the Greenhouse Lab.

The Orchard Project Reveals 2024 Episodic, Audio, and Greenhouse Labs
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2024

The Orchard Project has announced the artists and companies selected to participate in its 2024 Episodic, Audio, and Greenhouse Lab programs.

2024 Orchard Project Performance Labs And Artists Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The Orchard Project has announced the artists and companies selected to participate in its 2024 Summer Performance Lab program.

The Orchard Project to Present an Industry Reading of Ned Van Zandt's DEL VALLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2023

The Orchard Project, the NYC and Saratoga-based non-profit arts development organization, will be presenting an industry reading of Ned Van Zandt’s new work Del Valle.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of Broadway-Bound THE WIZ; Tickets On Sale Now!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023

Tickets are now on sale to the general public for The Wiz, set to open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre (210 West 46th Street). Check out all new character posters, featuring a first look at the cast, in the photos here! 

Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs & More to Join The Drama League EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023

Get ready for a night of incredible performances at The Drama League 'Embrace The Season' Gala. Join Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs, and other talented artists as they take the stage for an unforgettable evening. Don't miss out on this star-studded event!

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis & More To Join The Drama League's EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis, Danny Burstein, and more will be performing at The Drama League's 'Embrace The Season' Gala.

THE WIZ Gets Broadway Dates, Plus First Look at Cast!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023

The all-new production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical The Wiz will open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre.  Preview performances will begin on March 29. Check out an all new first look photo, as well as a video of the cast performing with the orchestra for the first time!

Deborah Cox and Lascelles Stephens of Deco Entertainment Join THE WIZ Producing Team
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2023

Entertainment company DECO Entertainment, founded by Lascelles Stephens and Deborah Cox, will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz. Learn more about the musical here!

Emmy and Grammy-Winning Adam Blackstone Joins THE WIZ Creative Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2023

Emmy Award®-winning music director and Grammy Award®-winning writer, Adam Blackstone, has joined the creative team as Dance Music Arranger for the revival of The Wiz.

Video: Tatiana Wechsler Sings From World Premiere of PENELOPE at Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

The world premiere musical Penelope is now playing! The production  is running at Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival through September 17. Check out a video of Tatiana Wechsler singing in an all new preview here!

Common and MC Lyte Join the Producing Team For THE WIZ
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023

Academy Award®, Grammy Award® and Emmy Award®-winning artist, actor, author and activist Common and hip-hop pioneer, actor, philanthropist, and business mogul MC Lyte will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz. Learn more about The Wiz and how to get tickets here!

Ali Stroker, HADESTOWN & More Lead the San Francisco/Bay Area September 2023 Top Picks
by BWW Staff - Aug 31, 2023

San Francisco / Bay Area is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. September 2023's top picks include Ali Stroker, Hadestown, 42nd Street, and more!

The Orchard Project Arts Festival Comes to Saratoga Springs This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 2, 2023

The Orchard Project Festival weekend will include work-in-progress showings of new work as well as free workshops, concerts, and conversations that share a joy of storytelling, creativity, and process that The Orchard Project is known for.

The Orchard Project Reveals Artists and Companies For 2023 Lab Programs
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2023

The Orchard Project announced the artists and companies selected to participate in its 2023 Lab programs.

Casts Announced for Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival 2023 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023

The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has announced casting for their 2023 Season.

The Arkansas Rep's OVATION! Gala, Driven By Lexus, Is Set For Saturday, March 4
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2023

The Arkansas Repertory Theatre has announced its one-night-only gala, “Ovation!” driven by Lexus, will include a concert performance featuring Broadway star Nathaniel Stampley. The event, which also includes a drawing for a 2023 Lexus NX, will be Saturday, March 4, 2023.

LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR Extended at The Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2023

he Arkansas Repertory Theatre is excited to announce that it is adding additional performances of Laughter on the 23rd Floor starring Emmy-nominated actor Judge Reinhold, extending its run now through February 25 only.

Emmy-Nominee Judge Reinhold Leads Arkansas Repertory Theatre Production Of Neil Simon's LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2023

The Arkansas Repertory Theatre has announced its production of Neil Simon's comedy about comedy, Laughter on the 23rd Floor, to star Emmy-nominated actor Judge Reinhold.

Emmy-Nominated Actor Judge Reinhold to Star in LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023

The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present Neil Simon’s comedy about comedy, Laughter on the 23rd Floor, to star Emmy-nominated actor Judge Reinhold.