Becca Blackwell

Joe's Pub Reveals Artist Selections for 2025-26 Joe's Pub Working Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025

Joe's Pub has revealed the artist selections for the 2025-26 Joe’s Pub Working Group. Launched over ten years ago, the program was conceived to address the rapidly shifting state of the performing arts in New York. Learn more!

Video: Jaquel Spivey Stars in Trailer for Zombie Comedy QUEENS OF THE DEAD
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025

The official trailer has just dropped for Queens of the Dead, a new horror comedy starring Broadway alums Jacquel Spivey and Cheyenne Jackson. Watch it now!

John Cariani, Ben Crawford and More to Star in TEN BRAVE SECONDS Reading at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

Pioneer Theatre Company will present a developmental reading in advance of its upcoming world premiere of Ten Brave Seconds by Will Van Dyke and Jeff Talbott. Learn more!

2025 Herb Alpert Award In The Arts Winners Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2025

May 20, 2025 will mark the 31st anniversary of the Herb Alpert Award in the Arts (HAAIA) given to ten risk-taking, mid-career artists - experimenters - who are challenging and transforming art, their respective disciplines, and society.

Becca Blackwell to Join HOMOS! Musical At The Stonewall Inn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025

The award-winning queer musical comedy HOMOS! A Solo Disaster Musical, bitch by and starring Dan Kitrosser will continue its monthly residency at The Stonewall Inn. Learn more about the cast and see how to attend.

SWALLOWS Comes to La MaMa Experimental Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

La MaMa will present the SWALLOWS at The Downstairs Theatre at La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club beginning next month. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

2024 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2025

The American Theatre Wing has just announced the winners of the esteemed Obie  Awards-Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. We have the full list here!

7th Annual SFX Festival to Play Wild Project This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025

wild project in association with Contemporary Performance will present the 7th Annual Special Effects Festival at wild project beginning next week. Learn more about the lineup here!

Cheyenne Jackson Cast in Zombie Comedy From Tina Romera
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 18, 2024

Cheyenne Jackson is set to appear in the new horror comedy Queens of the Dead from Tina Romera, the daughter of George A. Romero. Other stage and Broadway alums include Jacquel Spivey (A Strange Loop and the Mean Girls film), Nina West (RuPaul's Drag Race and Hairspray), and Becca Blackwell, writer of the play They, Themself, and Schmerm.

Cast and Creative Teams Set For PRIDE PLAYS 2024
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024

Pride Plays, the initiative launched in 2019 and returning to New York this summer, has announced the cast and creative teams for their Pride Plays 2024 Celebration kickoff event on June 24, 2024.

La MaMa Umbria's 2023 Playwrights To Present Work At La MaMa Experimental Theater Club
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2024

Experience ten new plays from the 2023 La MaMa Umbria Playwright Retreat at La MaMa Experimental Theater Club, June 21-23.

GERALDINE REALIGNED DRIVES FROM GAY PLACE TO GAY PLACE AND YOU'RE IN THE CAR TOO Comes to the Brick Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

Following last year’s sold out run, Cam Cronin will bring his hyper-gay one-person show with a twist, co-created with Billy McEntee and directed by Ryan Dobrin, back with special guests and community nights in tow.

Lineup Unveiled for W.O.(e).R.D. �" ON THE VERGE Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2024

Heather Litteer and wild project has revealed the complete line up for W.O.(e).R.D. – On The Verge. Learn more about the festival!

Michelle Buteau's SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Renewed For Season 2 on Netflix
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2024

Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. She's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body positive attitude, and a cute v-neck and lip gloss.

World Premiere of SNATCH ADAMS & TAINTY MCCRACKEN PRESENT IT'S THAT TIME OF THE MONTH Extended at Soho Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

Soho Rep extends the world premiere of 'Snatch Adams & Tainty McCracken Present It's That Time of the Month'. Directed by Jess Barbagallo, this original queer spectacle features puppets, prizes, and perversity.

SNATCH ADAMS & TAINTY MCCRACKEN PRESENT IT'S THAT TIME OF THE MONTH to Premiere at Soho Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023

Becca Blackwell's 'Snatch Adams & Tainty McCracken Present It's That Time of the Month' is a must-see play running at Soho Rep and The Bushwick Starr.

aGLIFF Reveals Film Lineup for Prism 36
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2023

Discover the exciting lineup of LGBTQ+ films at aGLIFF's Prism 36. Don't miss out on this celebration of diverse storytelling and powerful narratives. Plan your movie marathon and be part of the vibrant LGBTQ+ community.

Joe's Pub Unveils Artist Selections for the 2023-2024 Working Group Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023

Get a glimpse of the upcoming 2023-2024 Working Group Season at Joe's Pub as the artist selections are announced. Discover the talented lineup of performers set to take the stage and experience a diverse range of music and entertainment.

Eric Ting and Caleb Hammons to Join Cynthia Flowers as Directors of Soho Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2023

Discover the latest news about Soho Rep as theater veterans Eric Ting and Caleb Hammons join Cynthia Flowers as directors. Get the scoop on the new era for this renowned theater company and what it means for the future of Soho Rep.

World Premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell & More Set for Soho Rep 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023

Get ready for an incredible season of theater at Soho Rep, featuring world premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell, and more. Find out what exciting productions are coming up and experience the groundbreaking work of these talented artists.