Bob Telson

Review Roundup: THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS at Little Island
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2025

Little Island is now presenting the reimagining of Lee Breuer and Bob Telson's Pulitzer Prize-finalist The Gospel at Colonus, directed by Shayok Misha Chowdhury. Let's see what the critics are saying about the production...

Cast Set For THE GOSPEL OF COLONUS at Little Island
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

Little Island announced the complete cast and creative team for the innovative reimagining of Lee Breuer and Bob Telson's Pulitzer Prize-finalist The Gospel at Colonus, directed by Shayok Misha Chowdhury.

Little Island Unveils 2025 Summer Season Featuring Suzan-Lori Parks, Rachel Chavkin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2025

LITTLE ISLAND has revealed programming details for its second annual summer season, including multiple world premieres and more. See the lineup and learn how to attend the summer season!

Charles Dennis Film Retrospective is Coming To Upstate Films' Orpheum Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

Explore the works of Charles Dennis, co-founder of P.S. 122, at a film retrospective at Upstate Films' Orpheum Theater. The event features 13 short films and the premiere of DRONE GIRL: DESTINATION ZENA. Learn how to attend.

Review: THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS at Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - Oct 31, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe’s production and David Hemphill’s inspired direction lift THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS to grand heights, aloft with emotional impact, a message about the timeless quest for redemption, and the profound ability of gospel music to elevate the human spirit. Runs through November 12th.

Review: THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS at The Getty Villa
by Andrew Child - Sep 8, 2023

The new seat cushions aren’t the only thing regulars of the Getty Villa’s annual theatre production are buzzing about this season (even though they are surprisingly comfortable and make the amphitheater a worthy place to sit for a few hours).

Black Theatre Troupe to Present THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS, THE PIANO LESSON, and More in 2023-24 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023

Black Theatre Troupe has announced its spectacular 2023-24 season which includes a hilarious comedy, two musicals, an August Wilson masterwork, and the company's annual holiday show. Black Theatre Troupe marks its return to Tempe Center for the Arts with the groundbreaking musical, The Gospel at Colonus.

THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS to be Presented at the Getty Villa Museum This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2023

 This fall, Getty Villa Museum and Court Theatre, the Tony Award-winning professional theatre of the University of Chicago, will present The Gospel at Colonus, the 17th annual Villa Outdoor Classical Theater production.

THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS Extends for Additional Week at Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2023

Court Theatre has announced the extension of the critically acclaimed hit The Gospel at Colonus due to overwhelming demand.

Court Theatre Presents THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2023

Court Theatre - under the continuing leadership of Charles Newell, Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director, and Angel Ysaguirre, Executive Director - will present the fourth and final production of its 2022/23 season: The Gospel at Colonus. 

THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS Comes to the Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2023

Court Theatre - under the continuing leadership of Charles Newell, Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director, and Angel Ysaguirre, Executive Director - is overjoyed to present the fourth and final production of its 2022/23 season: The Gospel at Colonus.

Mabou Mines Presents A Three-Day 50th Anniversary Celebration Of Work
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2022

Mabou Mines presents a 50th Anniversary Celebration of Work, reaching back into the company's brimming five-decade history of innovative theater as a launchpad into the next 50 years.

Mabou Mines to Present Three-Day 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF WORK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022

Mabou Mines will present a 50th Anniversary Celebration of Work, reaching back into the company’s brimming five-decade history of innovative theater as a launchpad into the next 50 years (June 23–25; beginning 5pm June 23; 5pm–11 pm June 24; and 12pm–11pm June 25).

Court Theatre Announces 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2022

For the 68th season, Court Theatre will share a beloved, sharp-witted classic comedy; a drama set in Apartheid-era South Africa that speaks directly to our moment; an award-winning Caryl Churchill play about the lives of women farm laborers in 1970s England; and a celebratory, exuberant musical that re-imagines the story of Oedipus.

The Pyramid Theatre Company Postpones THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2021

Pyramid Theatre Company's production of 'The Gospel at Colonus' has been delayed to next year due to COVID-19.

Lee Breuer, Off-Broadway Innovator and Founder of Mabou Mines Theater Company, Passes Away at 83
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 4, 2021

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Lee Breuer, playwright and experimental theatre maker, passed away yesterday, January 3, 2021. He was 83 years old.

BWW Interview: At Home With Darnell White
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 22, 2020

Darnell White is staying focused on his work behind the piano and his life of hopefulness. Here, he chats with Stephen Mosher about all of it, including the upcoming release of the film THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS, for which he served as musical director.

Progressive Theater to Stream THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2020

Progressive Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director, Gregory Omar Osborne, is slated to stream THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS on November 26th, 2020 via ShowTix4U.

BWW Album Review: Lena Hall's THE VILLA SATORI is Perfectly Polished Yet Intensely Raw
by David Clarke - Apr 15, 2020

As of April 14, 2020 data from Spotify indicated that listeners were turning to throwback hits during the era of quarantines and stay-at-home orders. For fans of music looking for something new that is also nostalgic, they need look no further than Lena Hall's lively new album, THE VILLA SATORI: GROWING UP HAIGHT ASHBURY, released by Hall on April 10, 2020.

Court Theatre Moves THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS To 2020-2021 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2020

Court Theatre announces new dates for its production of The Gospel at Colonus, featuring book and lyrics by Lee Breuer, and music by Bob Telson.