Directors Company

SEAGULLS ON SULLIVAN STREET Will Receive Private Salon Presentation
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2025

Sarah Jessica Parker, Leah Michalos, and Kennedy and John Cogan have announced a private salon presentation of a new play by Anastasia Traina, SEAGULLS ON SULLIVAN STREET.

Jeb Brown Will Play the Title Role in BEAU THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

Tony Award nominee Jeb Brown will join the cast of Beau The Musical when it moves uptown to Out of the Box Theatrics’ new home at St. Luke’s Theatre.

BEAU THE MUSICAL Will Transfer to St. Luke’s Theatre This October
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2025

Beau The Musical will transfer to St. Luke’s Theatre with performances beginning October 13 and opening October 27, 2025. Conceived by Douglas Lyons with music by Ethan D. Pakchar and Lyons, the acclaimed show stars Matt Rodin as Ace Baker.

Photos: BEAU THE MUSICAL Celebrates Pride Night Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025

Out of the Box Theatrics, in association with The StoryLine Project, LLC; Bryan McCaffrey, and Leah Michalos, hosted a special Pride Night celebration at Beau the Musical. Check out photos from the event!

Interview: Douglas Lyons on the NYC Premiere of BEAU THE MUSICAL
by David Clarke - Jun 16, 2025

Now playing, BEAU THE MUSICAL makes its long-awaited New York City premiere in a heartwarming and entertaining production. The actor-musician musical brings a deeply personal and resonant story to life just blocks from the historic Stonewall Inn.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for BEAU THE MUSICAL World Premiere at Out of the Box Theatrics
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025

Out of the Box Theatrics has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Beau the Musical. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!

Matt Rodin to Star in BEAU THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

Matt Rodin will star in the world premiere of Beau the Musical, conceived and written by Douglas Lyons, with music by Ethan D. Pakchar and Douglas Lyons, and lyrics by Douglas Lyons. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

New Musical BIG FAMOUS Workshop Presentation Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

The Directors Company will produce a workshop presentation of the new musical BIG FAMOUS, directed by Rachel Klein. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

BEAU: THE MUSICAL To Have Off-Broadway Premiere From Out Of The Box Theatrics
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

Out of the Box Theatrics has announced the Off-Broadway premiere of Beau the Musical. The production plays June 6 through July 27 at 154 Christopher Street (formerly The New Ohio theater).

CYCLE 4 Winners of The Next Wave Initiative Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

The Directors Company has just announced its 4th slate of winners for their Next Wave Initiative scholarships. Learn more about the winners and the scholarship here!

Westport Country Playhouse To Present Script In Hand Reading Of TRUE ART In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “True Art,” a sharp and funny tale of ambition, deception, and self-discovery in the high stakes and cutthroat art world, on Monday, December 2, at 7 p.m. 

Meet a Marketer: Rachel J.S. Hewitt, Founder of Rachel / Media
by Alex Freeman - Nov 21, 2024

Rachel / Media has managed substantial advertising budgets, consistently achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive sustainable growth, conversions, and brand awareness. A highlight of their work includes the social media campaign for Elegies, which gained international traction through strategic celebrity engagement and account development, and the creation of the viral digital event Lightning Thief Appreciation Day for TheaterWorksUSA.

DANGEROUS: A Noir Musical Will Receive Developmental Workshop Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024

Dangerous: A Noir Musical will receive a developmental workshop presented by The Directors Company next month. There will be two performances on Thursday, October 17, 2pm and Friday, October 18, 2pm.

Tony-Nominated Costume Designer Michael McDonald Dies At 61
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 7, 2024

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony-nominated costume designer, Michael McDonald. McDonald passed away on September 4 due to complications from a brief illness at the age of 61.

Tony-Nominee Jayne Atkinson Leads Dorset Theatre Festival World Premiere Of True Art
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2024

Dorset Theatre Festival has announced that Jayne Atkinson, best known for her Tony Award–nominated roles in The Rainmaker and Enchanted April, will lead the World Premiere of True Art by Jessica Provenz, directed by Michelle Joyner, playing August 21 through September 7, 2024 at the Dorset Playhouse.

Submission Now Open for CYCLE 4 of The Next Wave Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024

Submissions are now open for Cycle 4 of The Next Wave Initiative, the developmental branch of The Directors Company that is committed to amplifying future Black voices in the American theatre.

Dorset Theatre Festival Reveals 2024 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2024

Dorset Theatre Festival has announced its 47th Main Stage Summer Season beginning June 21, 2024. Learn more about the full season lineup here!

THE E.N.C. Will Receive Premiere Reading at Pearl Studios
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024

The Directors Company have announced today that THE E.N.C , a new play by Matthew Freeman (Silver Spring) will receive a premiere reading on Wednesday, March 6 at 1:00pm at Pearl Studios.

The Directors Company Presents A Reading Of THE E.N.C. A New Play By Matthew Freeman
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2024

Join The Directors Company for a reading of THE E.N.C., a new play by Matthew Freeman. This darkly comic and timely adaptation of The Emperor's New Clothes premieres on March 6, 2024, featuring a star-studded cast and directed by Michael Parva.

Bay Street Theater Announces An Exciting And Diverse Line-up Of Winter Classes
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2023

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced its Winter 2024 line-up of classes and workshops offering something for everyone in the community.