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Playwrights Else Went, John Patrick Shanley, And More Featured In Playing On Air’s New Season Under New Leadership
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

Following its leadership transition earlier this year, Playing on Air will launch a new season featuring five short plays from Else Went, Charles Mee, Maleek Rae, John Patrick Shanley, and Mara Nelson-Greenberg.

Plays From John Patrick Shanley, Kirsten Greenidge, and More Join PLAYING ON AIR New Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2024

Playing on Air is back, celebrating its current season launch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, plus an audio premieres, by some of the most exciting voices in theatre.

Playing on Air Launches New Collection of Short Plays
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

Playing on Air is celebrating its relaunch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, audience favorites, and audio premieres by some of the most exciting voices in theatre today.

Page 73 Announces Semifinalists For Playwrighting Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024

Page 73 has announced 13 semifinalists for the 2025 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship. Now in its 22nd year, the Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship is the company's most prestigious award.

2024 Katherine Owens/Undermain Fund For New Work Recipient Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

The 2024 Katherine Owens/Undermain Fund for New Work recipient has been announced, supporting innovative theater projects.

Undermain Theatre To Present ATHENA By Gracie Gardner
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2024

Undermain Theatre will present ATHENA by Gracie Gardner, a compelling play exploring the intense rivalry and friendship between two high school fencers.

Undermain Theatre Announces EXIT THE KING And More for 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024

UNDERMAIN has announced its 41st 2024/2025 Season The Season of Identity.

RUSSIAN TROLL FARM Extended At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024

Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, will now play until March 3, 2024, at Vineyard Theatre (108 E. 15th Street).

Christine Lahti, John Lavelle & More Join Vineyard Theatre's RUSSIAN TROLL FARM: A Workplace Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2023

The cast and design team has been revealed for Vineyard Theatre's upcoming production of Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award inner Sarah Gancher, directed by Tony Award winner Darko Tresnjak. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Heartbeat Opera Reveals Lineup For 10th Anniversary 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2023

New York's Heartbeat Opera has announced its Tenth Anniversary Season in 2023-24. Learn more about the full upcoming season here!

PETER & THE WOLF Animated Short Film to Debut on Max in October
by Michael Major - Sep 27, 2023

Based on the classic fairytale, the short film transforms Sergei Prokofiev’s beloved symphony into an enchanting and visually modern retelling, featuring music and narration by Gavin Friday and artwork based on original illustrations by Bono, from his book of the same name. Watch the video trailer!

RUSSIAN TROLL FARM: A WORKPLACE COMEDY Will Play Off-Broadway In January 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2023

Sarah Gancher's Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy, which premiered at Geva Theatrethis past spring, will play Off-Broadway later this season at the Vineyard Theatre in New York City.

Vineyard Theatre Sets World Premiere & New York Premiere for 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2023

Discover the eagerly anticipated lineup of world premiere and New York premiere shows coming to Vineyard Theatre for their 2023-24 season. Get all the details on performance dates and highlights in this comprehensive article.

The Michael Chekhov Association Selects Gracie Gardner As 2023 International Summer Workshop Artist-In-Residence For Annual Gathering
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2023

MICHA, The Michael Chekhov Association has announced that American playwright Gracie Gardner has been selected as the first recipient of the Theater of the Future Fellowship. 

Portland Stage Announces Winners Of The 2022 Clauder Competition for New England Playwrights
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2023

Portland Stage has announced the winners of the 2022 Clauder Competition for New England Playwrights. Grand Prize Winner Benjamin Benne and Gold Prize Winner Mallory Jane Weiss will have their plays workshopped in Portland Stage's upcoming Little Festival of the Unexpected.

PETER & THE WOLF Reimagined By Gavin Friday And Bono For Max And Cartoon Network
by Michael Major - Apr 12, 2023

The special transforms Sergei Prokofiev’s much-loved symphony into an enchanting and contemporary visual masterpiece that touches on themes of growing up, loss, courage, transformation, and our relationship with nature. The animated short film is part of an ongoing relationship with Irish Hospice Foundation.

Fault Line Theatre Sets 2023 Season Featuring New Plays in Development
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2023

Fault Line Theatre has announced their 13th Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

Refracted Theatre Co. Presents REFRACTION LAB SHOWCASE This December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2022

Refracted Theatre Company will present its 2022 RefrAction Lab Showcase, featuring excerpts from five new works developed during its eight-month playwriting lab for emerging Chicago playwrights.

World Premiere Musical CORNELIA STREET & Five World Premiere Plays Announced for Atlantic Theater Company 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2022

Atlantic Theater Company has announced productions for its 2022-2023 season. Atlantic’s 2022-2023 season will include the world premiere musical Cornelia Street, with a book by Tony Award winner Simon Stephens, music and lyrics by Mark Eitzel, directed by Tony Award nominee Neil Pepe and more.

Refracted Theatre Company Announces Refraction Lab 2022 Cohort
by Grace Cutler - Jul 8, 2022

Refracted Theatre Company has announced the cohort chosen for its 2022 RefrAction Lab, an eight-month playwriting lab for emerging Chicago playwrights.