Carolyn Ratteray

Review: South Coast Repertory Presents World Premiere of EAT ME
by Michael Quintos - Apr 26, 2026

First developed and workshopped at South Coast Repertory’s annual Pacific Playwrights Festival in 2025, celebrated new “it” playwright Talene Monahon’s freshly birthed play EAT ME is currently being presented at OC’s Tony Award-winning regional theater as a fully-formed World Premiere production directed by Caitlin Sullivan. The new work continues performances at its Costa Mesa home through May 3. Equally intriguing and confounding, the brand new play, honestly, comes off for me as one of those creatively-ambitious but somewhat incomplete stage experiments that left me with more questions than answers.

Video: First Look at EAT ME at South Coast Repertory
by Joshua Wright - Apr 24, 2026

South Coast Repertory has released first look footage of EAT ME, the world premiere of Talene Monahon's wildly imaginative new play, now playing through May 3, 2026 at the Julianne Argyros Stage as part of the Pacific Playwrights Festival.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of EAT ME at South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

South Coast Repertory's production of 'Eat Me' a play by Talene Monahon, directed by Caitlin Sullivan officially opened recently at the Julianne Argyos Stage. Check out photos from opening night here!

Photos: EAT ME At South Coast Repertory
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 19, 2026

South Coast Repertory's production of 'Eat Me' a play by Talene Monahon, directed by Caitlin Sullivan is in performances at the Julianne Argyos Stage. Check out the photos below!

Review: THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Antaeus Theatre Company
by Harker Jones - May 15, 2025

Director Carolyn Ratteray infuses the poignant memory play with shards of humor that undermine the story’s power and its heartbreak

CalRep to Present CLYDE'S at California State University Long Beach This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2024

CalRep will present Clyde's, written by Lynn Nottage and directed by Keiana Richàrd-Bartolomë, from November 13-16 at 7:30PM, November 19-23 at 7:30PM, and November 16, 17, 23 at 2PM at Studio Theater at California State University Long Beach.

Lakewood Playhouse Extends GODSPELL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024

Lakewood Playhouse’s 86th Season opener, Godspell, has extended due to popular demand. The show which opened on September 13th will now run through October 6th.

TWELFTH NIGHT & More Set for Antaeus Theatre Company 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024

Antaeus Theatre Company has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, TWELFTH NIGHT, and another classic at the Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center in Glendale. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Jessica Lynn Johnson on Directing the 31st Annual LOS ANGELES WOMEN'S THEATRE FESTIVAL
by Shari Barrett - Mar 26, 2024

Founded in 1993 by Adilah Barnes and Miriam Reed, the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival holds the distinction of being the oldest Annual Solo Festival in Los Angeles celebrating powerful women performers. The 31st annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, has a roster of accomplished co-hosts as well as performers during its six programs March 28-31, beginning with a Gala on Thursday night. I decided to speak with Jessica to find out more about the event and the honor being bestowed upon her at the event’s Gala.

caryn desai Receives Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival's 2024 Eternity Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024

 International City Theatre producing artistic director caryn desai [sic] has been named the recipient of the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival’s 2024 Eternity Award, presented to an artist whose lifetime achievements have made a lasting contribution to the world of theater.

The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival To Host Opening Night Champagne GALA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2024

The 31st Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival will honor eight deserving women for their exceptional career and life achievements in the Opening Night Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony on March 28, 2024. Hosted by Hattie Winston and Margaret Avery.

Interview: Carolyn Ratteray Honors the Women in Her History with BOTH AND
by Gil Kaan - Jan 8, 2024

Black queer playwright/actress Carolyn Ratteray’s one-woman show Both And (a play about laughing while black) returns to Los Angeles opening at The Wallis January 17, 2024 (with previews starting January 13th). Before the holiday rush, Carolyn found some time to answer a few of my queries.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Long Beach Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; at Broadwater Black Box Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Long Beach Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; TEACHING A ROBOT TO LOVE Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022

The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

BOTH AND (a Play About Laughing While Black) Extends at Boston Court Pasadena
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2022

Boston Court Pasadena has announced five additional performances of its first in-person, onstage production since early 2020, the world premiere of Both And (a play about laughing while black) by Carolyn Ratteray. Directed by Andi Chapman and performed by Ratteray, the run has been extended through Sunday, May 22.

Wake Up With BWW 4/18: THE MINUTES Opens on Broadway, HAMILTON Postpones Tour Stops, and More!
by - Apr 18, 2022

Last night, The Minutes officially opened on Broadway! Below, check out all of the reviews for Tracy Letts' new play! Plus, Hamilton postpones its tour due to a flu outbreak within the company, and more.

Photos: First Look at BOTH AND at Boston Court Pasadena
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 17, 2022

Boston Court Pasadena has announced its first in-person, onstage production since early 2020, the world premiere of Both And (a play about laughing while black) by Carolyn Ratteray. Directed by Andi Chapman and performed by Ratteray, opening is set for Saturday, April 16, at 8pm and the run will continue through Sunday, May 15. The performance schedule is Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm.

Boston Court Pasadena Announces Special Events for Run of BOTH AND (A PLAY ABOUT LAUGHING WHILE BLACK)
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 16, 2022

Boston Court Pasadena has announced a series of special events during the run of Both And (a play about laughing while black) by Carolyn Ratteray. This world premiere production, directed by Andi Chapman and performed by Ratteray, opens on Saturday, April 16 and is scheduled to run through Sunday, May 15. Through clowning, poetic text, and a tour-de-force performance, Both And deeply investigates the nucleus of Black joy. This unique and powerful story, rich with humor, raw honesty, and passion, becomes a brilliant meditation on how to reconnect with joy.