James Sherman

THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION Extends at Northlight Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

Northlight Theatre has extended its 50th Anniversary season opener, James Sherman’s The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION To Open Northlight's 50th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

Northlight Theatre will open its 50th Anniversary season with James Sherman’s new play The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more!

Theatre Palisades Returns to the Stage with JEST A SECOND! at Westchester Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025

After a five-month delay caused by the devastating Palisades wildfire, Theatre Palisades will finally open its production of Jest a Second! on Thursday, June 12—thanks to the generosity of neighboring company Kentwood Players, who are hosting the show at their home venue, the Westchester Playhouse.

GOLDEN LEAF RAGTIME BLUES is Coming to American Blues Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025

American Blues Theater will present the Chicago premiere of Artistic Affiliate Charles Smith’s Golden Leaf Ragtime Blues, directed by Ensemble Member Chuck Smith. Learn more!

THE FIRST LADY OF TELEVISION World Premiere and More Set for Northlight 50th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025

Northlight Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 season. The season opens with James Sherman’s new play The First Lady of Television. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

GASLIGHT, MARY JANE, and More Set For Northlight Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2025

Northlight Theatre has announced its 50th Anniversary Season. Northlight is celebrating 50 seasons with another year of powerful live theatre that broadens perspectives, deepens compassion, and keeps you entertained throughout the journey.

CHAGALL IN SCHOOL to be Presented At The Kentucky Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.

The New Jewish Theatre to Celebrate 25 Years of Productions
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2023

The New Jewish Theatre welcomes the community to celebrate its 25th season of telling universal stories through the lens of the Jewish experience. On September 10, 2023, from 4:30-6 pm, the public is invited to join New Jewish Theatre leaders and actors at the Carl & Helene Mirowitz Performing Arts Center in Creve Coeur to celebrate, reminisce, and raise money for the future of live theatre at the Jewish Community Center.

INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP to be Presented at Penguin Rep Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2023

Penguin Rep Theatre will present Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a new comedy set in the era of bell bottoms, cassette tapes and landline phones by Katie Forgette, directed by Thomas Caruso, June 23 through July 16.

Grippo Stage Company Presents SHAW VS. TUNNEY
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023

Grippo Stage Company will present the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.

Playwright Douglas Post's New Works Premiere at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse and Grippo Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023

Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by award-winning playwright Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.

Grippo Stage Company Presents The World Premiere Of SHAW VS. TUNNEY By Playwright Douglas Post
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2023

Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.

Grippo Stage Company Presents CHAGALL IN SCHOOL By James Sherman
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2022

Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin. 

American Blues Theater to Present Reading of 17 MINUTES by Scott Organ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2022

American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, will present a live, online reading of 17 MINUTES by Scott Organ, directed by Michael Cotey as part of “The Room” series. The reading will be live on Monday, June 27 at 7pm.

Off-Broadway Premiere of MR. PARKER to be Presented at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022

Penguin Rep Theatre announced today the Off-Broadway premiere of Mr. Parker, a new play written by Michael McKeever and directed by Joe Brancato. Performances will begin Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for a limited engagement through June 25, 2022, at Theatre Row – Theatre 1 (410 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is Monday, June 6, 2022, at 7:00PM.

Three More Weeks to Catch ROMANCE IN D at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2021

 Peninsula Players Theatre, America's oldest professional resident summer theater and Door County's theatrical icon, 'Romance in D' by James Sherman, performing August 24 through September 19. T

Victory Gardens To Honor Original Ensemble And S. Epatha Merkerson
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2021

Victory Gardens Theater announces plans for its annual premier fundraising event, Making A Scene: Gala 2021, on Saturday, October 23, 2021 in the Ivy Room at Tree Studios, 12 E. Ohio Street.

Casting Announced For ROMANCE IN D at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2021

This romantic comedy follows the lovable but awkward Isabel Fox (Cassandra Bissell) and Charles Norton (Neil Brookshire), two neighbors who develop a friendship while resisting their meddling parents. Meanwhile, Helen and George (Judy Blue and Greg Vinkler) unbeknownst to their kids, happen to start their own romance. 'Romance in D' is generously sponsored by Tim and Jackie Danis.  

Victory Gardens Announces New Playwrights Ensemble Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2021

Victory Gardens Theater will welcome Marisa Carr, Keelay Gipson, Isaac Gómez and Stacey Rose as the new members of the Victory Gardens Playwrights Ensemble. The Ensemble will be members for a three-year term, through 2024.

Peninsula Players Theatre Announces 86th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2021

Peninsula Players Theatre has announced its 86th season performing July 20 through September 19, 2021. 'We could not be more eager to welcome patrons back to the theater-in-a-garden for live performances,' said Managing Director Brian Kelsey.