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Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Plaza Theatrical
by Michelle Nielsen - May 20, 2026

The classic showstopper, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Plaza Theatrical in Elmont is not to be missed! A deeply experienced director, Kevin F. Harrington pulled no punches with this production. From the costumes, scenery, and set pieces to the music, dancing, and acting, the show was polished from start to finish!

BANDSTAND to Open at Sunrise Theatre Company This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025

After an opening weekend at Bayway Arts Center, Sunrise Theatre Company is set to present 'Bandstand' at the Bellmore Movies and Showplace this weekend only! Learn how to purchase tickets.

Definitive Documentary of Comic Book Artist Jack Kirby in Development
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

Ricki Stern is set to direct “Kirbyvision” – a feature length documentary telling the complete and fascinating story of legendary artist, storyteller, and creator, Jack Kirby.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Long Island Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Long Island Awards; AMERICAN PSYCHO, FEVER/DREAM, Post Theatre Company & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; AMERICAN PSYCHO, FEVER/DREAM, Post Theatre Company & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards December 5th Standings; AMERICAN PSYCHO Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards; FEVER/DREAM Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: First Look At FOREVER PLAID At Plaza's Broadway Long Island
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2023

Get a first look at photos of Forever Plaid at Plaza’s Broadway Long Island!

FOREVER PLAID Cast and Creative Team Announced For Plaza's Broadway Long Island
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2023

Plaza's Broadway Long Island, Nassau County's Only Professional Theatre in residence at the State-of-the Art Elmont Library Theatre, has announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of FOREVER PLAID, written and originally directed and choreographed by Stuart Ross with musical continuity supervison and arrangements by James Raitt.

GRUMPY OLD MEN Cast And Creative Announced For Plaza's Broadway Long Island
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2022

Plaza's Broadway Long Island, Nassau County's Only Professional Theatre in residence at the State-of-the Art Elmont Library Theatre, has announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of Grumpy Old Men. Performances begin on Saturday, November 19 and runs through Sunday, December 4.

Cast And Creative Announced For THE COLOR PURPLE at Plaza's Broadway Long Island Show
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2022

Plaza's Broadway Long Island, Nassau County's only professional theatre in residence at the State-of-the Art Elmont Library Theatre, has announced the cast and creative team for the Long Island premiere of The Color Purple. Performances begin on Saturday, May 21 and runs through Sunday, June 12.

Photos: First Look At MAN OF LA MANCHA At Plaza's Broadway Long Island
by Stephi Wild - Nov 23, 2021

Plaza’s Broadway Long Island, Nassau County’s Only Professional Equity Theatre in residence at the State-of-the Art Elmont Library Theatre, opened Man of La Mancha on Saturday, November 20!

Plaza's Broadway Long Island Announces MAN OF LA MANCHA Cast And Creative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2021

Plaza's Broadway Long Island, Nassau County's Only Professional Equity Theatre in residence at the State-of-the Art Elmont Library Theatre, has announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of Man of La Mancha.

BWW Review: Plaza Theatricals Production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC Was 'Some Enchanted Evening!'
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Nov 1, 2021

CBS News recently did a profile piece on the 'Renaissance of Theater on Long Island.' One of the theaters/acting companies featured in the news story was the Elmont Memorial Library Theatre - Home of Plaza Theatricals, Nassau County's only professional equity theater.

Photos: First Look At SOUTH PACIFIC At Plaza's Broadway Long Island
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2021

Plaza’s Broadway Long Island, Nassau County’s Only Professional Equity Theatre in residence at the State-of-the Art Elmont Library Theatre, opened South Pacific on Thursday, October 7.

SOUTH PACIFIC Cast And Creative Announced For Plaza's Broadway Long Island Opening Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2021

Plaza's Broadway Long Island has announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of South Pacific. Performances begin on Saturday, October 2 and run through Sunday, October 24.

Pippa Bennett-Warner and Samuel Barnett Lead THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM, Opening Tonight at the National
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2015

The National Theatre will present THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM in its Olivier Theatre, beginning May 19, 2015. Pippa Bennett-Warner will star as 'Dorinda' opposite Samuel Barnett as 'Mr Aimwell'. Simon Godwin will direct the production, slated to open tonight, May 26, and playing through July 19, 2015.

Pippa Bennett-Warner and Samuel Barnett Lead THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM, Beginning Tonight at the National
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2015

The National Theatre presents THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM in its Olivier Theatre, beginning tonight, May 19, 2015. Pippa Bennett-Warner will star as 'Dorinda' opposite Samuel Barnett as 'Mr Aimwell'.

National Theatre Live Will Bring THE BEAUX STRATAGEM to Cinemas This Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 14, 2015

National Theatre Live has announced an international broadcast of George Farquhar's wild comedy of love and cash 'The Beaux' Stratagem,' directed by Simon Godwin (Man and Superman), to cinemas internationally on Thursday, September 24, 2015. Dates will vary at venues internationally and encore screenings will follow. This week, NT Live will broadcast Tom Stoppard's new play 'The Hard Problem,' directed by Nicholas Hytner, on Thursday, April 16. Also, it has been announced that the Donmar Warehouse's critically acclaimed production of Shakespeare's 'Coriolanus,' starring Tom Hiddleston in the title role and directed by Josie Rourke, will have an encore screening internationally on Thursday, November 12.