Brian Watkins

Brian Watkins’ WEATHER GIRL Set for Netflix Limited Series with Julia McDermott
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2025

Robert Downey Jr., Susan Downey, and A24 are all teaming up to produce a limited series adaptation of Brian Watkins' Weather Girl for Netflix. Julia McDermott will reprise her role as Stacey.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 23, 2025- LITTLE SHOP Welcomes New Stars and More
by - Sep 23, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review Roundup: WEATHER GIRL at St. Ann's Warehouse
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 22, 2025

The St. Ann's Warehouse season kicked off with the multi-award-winning Weather Girl, written by Outer Range creator Brian Watkins and directed by Tyne Rafaeli. This prescient play is a darkly funny, dizzying rampage into the soul of American strangeness. It is also a showcase of the tremendous tragicomic range of its solo performer Julia McDermott. Let's see what the critics had to say...

All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!

Tom Sturridge and Brian d’Arcy James Join Michelle Williams in ANNA CHRISTIE
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 26, 2025

St. Ann’s Warehouse has just announced that Tony nominees Tom Sturridge and Brian d’Arcy James have joined the cast of St. Ann’s new production of Eugene O’Neill’s “Anna Christie,” directed by Thomas Kail. We have all of the details here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 19, 2025- Jinkx Monsoon to Lead OH, MARY!, Kristin Chenoweth Stops by BOOP! and More
by - Jun 19, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 19, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Michelle Williams and Mike Faist in ANNA CHRISTIE and More Set for St. Ann's Warehouse Fall Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

St. Ann’s Warehouse will open its 2025–26 Fall season with three productions. Julia McDermott anchors the blistering dark comedy Weather Girl by Brian Watkins, plus more.

Submissions Open For Popcorn Writing Award 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Submissions for the Popcorn Writing Award, run by film and theatre production company Popcorn Group, are now open for 2025. Learn more about how to submit here!

Noah Reid Brings His Solo Tour “Live Again” to Thousand Oaks
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

Acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Noah Reid will bring his new tour “Live Again” to the Fred Kavli Theatre in September. Learn more about the performance here.

Jonathan Berry Will Step Down as Artistic Director of Penobscot Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025

Penobscot Theatre Company has announced that Artistic Director Jonathan Berry will step down at the conclusion of the 51st Mainstage season. Learn more here!

Review: WEATHER GIRL, Soho Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Mar 12, 2025

It would be fair to say Weather Girl was the talk of last year’s Edinburgh Fringe. With a Scotsman Fringe First, a Lustrum Award, and a queue stretching back into the Summerhall courtyard, it was only a matter of time until this sweltering success got a much-anticipated London transfer. Now fully sold out at Soho Theatre, it’s clear to see why this show had audiences talking.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge's Production Company Signs First Look Deal With FLEABAG's Francesca Moody Productions
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

Francesca Moody Productions has signed a two year first-look deal with Wells Street Films, Phoebe Waller-Bridge's production company. Learn more about the deal here!

WEATHER GIRL Will Transfer to the Soho Theatre in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

After a multiple award-winning, sell-out run at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024. Weather Girl will transfer to Soho Theatre in 2025. Learn more about the production here!

Photos: Todd Almond's I'M ALMOST THERE Opens at Audible Theater
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 29, 2024

The New York premiere of I’m Almost There, written and performed by Todd Almond and directed by David Cromer opened on Thursday, September 26th and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out photos here!

Review: EDINBURGH 2024 WEATHER GIRL, Summerhall
by Christiana Rose - Aug 15, 2024

Brian Watkins, the creator of hit Amazon TV series Outer Range brings the World Premiere of his play Weather Girl to the Edinburgh Fringe in a collaboration with the award-winning producers of Fleabag, Baby Reindeer and Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder.

Brian Watkins to Bring World Premiere Of WEATHER GIRL To The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2024

Brian Watkins, creator of the hit Amazon series OUTER RANGE, will bring the world premiere of his dark comedy play WEATHER GIRL to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Brian Watkins Will Bring WEATHER GIRL to The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

The award-winning producers of Fleabag, Baby Reindeer and Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder have announced the world premiere of a dark comedy about wrecking the places we love.

Roundabout Theatre Company Reveals 2024 Underground Reading Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the 2024 Roundabout Underground Reading Series, a five-night event that includes nightly readings of new works written by emerging artists, with post-show receptions.

Gabby Beans, Samuel Henry Levine & More to Star in JONAH at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of Jonah by Rachel Bonds, directed by Danya Taymor.

Photos: SPAIN, Starring Marin Ireland and Andrew Burnap, Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 2, 2023

Check out opening night red carpet photos of Second Stage Theater's production of Spain, starring Marin Ireland, Andrew Burnap, and more!