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Lincoln Center Theater Will Bring UNCLE VANYA to Broadway with New Translation by Heidi Schreck

This spring, Lincoln Center Theater will produce Anton Chekhov’s classic UNCLE VANYA, featuring a new translation by Heidi Schreck, directed by Lila Neugebauer. Learn more about the production!

Corey Stoll, Natalie Gold & Alyssa Emily Marvin to Join Sarah Paulson in APPROPRIATE

Golden Globe Award nominee Corey Stoll (“House of Cards,” “Billions”), Natalie Gold (“Succession”), and Alyssa Emily Marvin (Grey House) join Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner Sarah Paulson in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE at Second Stage Theater, directed by Lila Neugebauer.

Signature Theatre Opens Submissions for The Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Residency

Signature Theatre has opened submissions for the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Residency. Lear more about the Residency!

Meet the Cast of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

Jaja's African Hair Braiding will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, September 12 and open on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding here!

Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, Celia Keenan-Bolger Will Lead Paula Vogel's MOTHER PLAY on Broadway

The world premiere of MOTHER PLAY, written by Pulitzer Prize winner Paula Vogel and directed by Tina Landau is coming to Broadway. We have all the details on who will star in the new play!

A World Premiere Play, a New Bilingual Musical & More Join Atlantic Theater Company 2023-2024 Season

Get a sneak peek into the upcoming season at Atlantic Theater Company. From world premieres to bilingual musicals, stay updated on the diverse range of productions hitting the stage in the 2023-2024 season.

Vineyard Theatre Sets World Premiere & New York Premiere for 2023-24 Season

Discover the eagerly anticipated lineup of world premiere and New York premiere shows coming to Vineyard Theatre for their 2023-24 season. Get all the details on performance dates and highlights in this comprehensive article.

Feature: Arkansas Writer Visits Santa Fe Playhouse to See A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER

This summer Broadway World went on the road to catch some amazing entertainment, and one of the stops was at the Santa Fe Playhouse.

Playwrights Horizons Commissions New Work by Jordan E. Cooper, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins & More

Find out the latest news from Playwrights Horizons as they announce new commissions from acclaimed playwrights Jordan E. Cooper and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Discover what these talented writers have in store for audiences at Playwrights Horizons and get ready to be captivated by their upcoming productions.

Directors Phylicia Rashad and Jess McLeod Join Steppenwolf Theatre Company's 2023/24 Season

Steppenwolf Theatre Company welcomes renowned directors Phylicia Rashad and Jess McLeod to their highly anticipated 2023/24 season. Get the latest updates and insights into the exciting additions to this acclaimed theater company's lineup.

SNATCH ADAMS & TAINTY MCCRACKEN PRESENT IT'S THAT TIME OF THE MONTH to Premiere at Soho Rep

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.

Weston Theater Company Announces SINGIN' IN THE RAIN

Weston Theater Company takes audiences on an enchanting journey back to Hollywood's golden age in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. The production will take place at Weston's Walker Farm theater due to the damage wrought in The Playhouse by this month's devastating floods.

REBEL VERSES 2023 to Showcase The Door, Girl Be Heard, and More

Discover the thrilling lineup for REBEL VERSES 2023, featuring captivating performances of The Door, Girl Be Heard, and more. Get the dates and all the details for this must-see event in our latest article.

Wake Up With BWW 7/28: Patrick Page and Sarah Paulson on Stage, Plus MATILDA International Tour, and More!

Top stories: Patrick Page returns to New York, Sarah Paulson returns to Broadway, Matilda the Musical international tour, and more!

Michael Shannon & Paul Sparks Led WAITING FOR GODOT & More Set for TFANA 2023-24 Season

Discover the exciting lineup for the TFANA 2023-24 season, featuring the talented duo Michael Shannon and Paul Sparks in the iconic play Waiting for Godot. Get all the details on the dates and venue, and make sure not to miss this powerful and highly anticipated production.

Eric Ting and Caleb Hammons to Join Cynthia Flowers as Directors of Soho Rep

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.

Coal Mine Theatre Unveils Lineup for 9th Season, Including Two Highly Anticipated World Premieres

Discover the upcoming 9th season of COAL MINE THEATRE, featuring two world premieres that promise to captivate audiences. Get all the details and dates for this exciting lineup of shows.

Sarah Paulson Will Return to Broadway in Second Stage's APPROPRIATE

Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner Sarah Paulson will return to Broadway later this year, starring in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer for Second Stage Theater. Learn more about the play here!

Full Cast Revealed For JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING

The full cast has been announced for the world premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White. Find out who is starring in the world premiere here!

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has written 4 shows including Appropriate (Playwright), WAR (Playwright), Everybody (Playwright), Gloria (Writer).

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his play "Everybody" and the play "Gloria." He has also received nominations for Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play at the Drama League Awards for "Gloria" and "An Octoroon." Additionally, "Gloria" was nominated for Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Jacobs-Jenkins has also been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "Gloria." Furthermore, his plays "Appropriate" and "An Octoroon" were both nominated for the Best New American Play at the Obie Awards.

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has won the Best New American Play award at the Obie Awards for his plays "Appropriate" and "An Octoroon."

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