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Michelle Buteau's SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Renewed For Season 2 on Netflix
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2024

Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. She's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body positive attitude, and a cute v-neck and lip gloss.

Shaina Taub on Future of SUFFS- 'I'd love for it go to Broadway...'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2022

Shaina Taub has revealed that she would love for her show Suffs, currently playing at The Public Theater, to go to Broadway. 

Performances of SUFFS Now Cancelled Through May 25
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2022

According to The Public Theater's website, performances of SUFFS have been cancelled through May 25. The limited run is set to close on May 29th.

SUFFS Cancels All Performances for May 14th and 15th
by Marissa Tomeo - May 14, 2022

According to The Public Theater's website, today and tomorrow's performances of SUFFS have been cancelled. The show was set to have play at 1:30pm and 7:30pm on May 14th, today, and May 15th, tomorrow. Other shows have been cancelled for this weekend due to Covid and illness, including Moulin Rouge! The Musical and The Skin Of Our Teeth. SUFFS is set to resume performances on Tuesday, May 17th at 7:30pm. The limited run is set to close on May 29th. For the latest information about the show's schedule, visit https://publictheater.org/productions/season/2122/suffs/.

SUFFS Opening Night Performance Canceled Due to Covid-19; Performances Expected to Resume Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2022

The opening night performance of the new musical SUFFS has been canceled as the company of the show weathers a Covid-19 outbreak. The exciting new musical by Shaina Taub, was set to celebrate its opening night this evening, downtown at The Public Theater.

Positive Covid Tests Sideline SUFFS Company Members for Opening Night at The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2022

The world premiere of Suffs, the exciting new musical by Shaina Taub, celebrates its opening night tomorrow, downtown at The Public Theater. Sadly, some of the show's company will not appear in the performance due to a number of positive Covid-19 tests within the company. 

World Premiere of SUFFS Extended at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2022

SUFFS, the exciting new musical by Shaina Taub, has extended again with a two-week extension through May 15. With book, music, and lyrics by Shaina Taub, music direction and music supervision by Andrea Grody, choreography by Raja Feather Kelly, and direction by Leigh Silverman, SUFFS began performances on March 13 and officially opens on April 6. 

Public Theater Delays Premiere Musical SUFFS, But Extends One Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2022

The Public Theater announced a one-week extension through Sunday, May 1 for the World Premiere of SUFFS, a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Public Theater Artist-in-Residence Shaina Taub, music direction and music supervision by Andrea Grody, choreography by Raja Feather Kelly, and direction by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silverman. 

Jenn Colella, Nikki M. James, Phillipa Soo & More to Star in SUFFS at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2021

The Public Theater announced casting today for the World Premiere of SUFFS, a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Public Theater Artist-in-Residence Shaina Taub, choreography by Obie Award winner Raja Feather Kelly, and direction by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silverman.

Ma-Yi Theater Company Celebrates AAPI Heritage Month with New Programming and Initiatives
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2021

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, Ma-Yi Theater Company has announced several programs and initiatives that not only strengthen Ma-Yi’s role in leading the national discourse about what it means to be Asian American today, but expands the diverse communities that Ma-Yi champions and supports.

TRANS VOICES CABARET - LIVE IN ANARCH Announced for October 10
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2020

NYC's premiere cabaret featuring trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming performers is excited to present our second all live-stream event, Trans Voices Cabaret - Live In Anarch on Saturday, October 10th at 2pm EST.

Trans Voices Cabaret Presents LIVE IN ANARCHY Featuring Donnie Cianciotto, Milo Jordan, Nikki Knupp and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2020

NYC's premiere cabaret featuring trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming performers is excited to present their second all live-stream event, Trans Voices Cabaret - Live In Anarchy on Saturday, October 10th at 2pm EST.

TRANS VOICES CABARET to Perform Live From Quarantine This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2020

NYC's premiere cabaret featuring trans, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming performers is excited to present the first all live-stream event, Trans Voices Cabaret - Live From Quarantine on Sunday, September 13th at 2pm EST.