Jane Wagner
Latest News on Jane Wagner:
Review: THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at St. Louis Actors’ Studio (Nov 16, 2025)
Photo: Chicago Shakespeare's BILLIE JEAN Welcomes Billie Jean King And Ilana Kloss (Aug 7, 2025)
Video: BILLIE JEAN is Now Playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre (Jul 24, 2025)
Review: THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at St. Louis Actors’ Studio (Nov 16, 2025)
Photo: Chicago Shakespeare's BILLIE JEAN Welcomes Billie Jean King And Ilana Kloss (Aug 7, 2025)
Video: BILLIE JEAN is Now Playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre (Jul 24, 2025)
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Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
Jane WagnerThe Search for Signs of Intelligent Life In The Universe
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1986 - Special Citation
Jane Wagner, The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe
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Video: BILLIE JEAN is Now Playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2025-07-24 09:35:18
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Review: THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at St. Louis Actors’ Studio
by James Lindhorst - Nov 16, 2025
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a one actor play examining life, relationships, and art on Earth. The play opens with an introduction to Trudy, a kooky bag lady who serves as a medium for extra-terrestrials attempting to understand life on earth. Trudy attempts to explain the complexities of human life to the aliens through a series of vignettes. The audience and the aliens are introduced to eight other women, all portrayed by the same actor.
by James Lindhorst - Nov 16, 2025
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a one actor play examining life, relationships, and art on Earth. The play opens with an introduction to Trudy, a kooky bag lady who serves as a medium for extra-terrestrials attempting to understand life on earth. Trudy attempts to explain the complexities of human life to the aliens through a series of vignettes. The audience and the aliens are introduced to eight other women, all portrayed by the same actor.
Photo: Chicago Shakespeare's BILLIE JEAN Welcomes Billie Jean King And Ilana Kloss
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2025
Tennis legend and social justice icon Billie Jean King attended the August 5 performance of Billie Jean at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, joined by her wife Ilana Kloss. See a photo from her visit.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2025
Tennis legend and social justice icon Billie Jean King attended the August 5 performance of Billie Jean at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, joined by her wife Ilana Kloss. See a photo from her visit.
Video: BILLIE JEAN is Now Playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
Performances are now underway for Billie Jean, running through August 10 in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Check out an all new trailer for the production in the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
Performances are now underway for Billie Jean, running through August 10 in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Check out an all new trailer for the production in the video here!
Undermain Theatre 42nd Season To Include THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025
Undermain Theatre has announced its 42nd season, running November 6, 2025 through June 28, 2026, under the theme The Season of Solace. Exploring the search for connection and comfort amid chaos, the 2025–2026 season will feature iconic American works alongside two world premieres.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025
Undermain Theatre has announced its 42nd season, running November 6, 2025 through June 28, 2026, under the theme The Season of Solace. Exploring the search for connection and comfort amid chaos, the 2025–2026 season will feature iconic American works alongside two world premieres.
Video: The Cast of BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025
The comapny of Billie Jean at the Chicago Theatre shares their thoughts and excitement for the upcoming production from the rehearsal room! The production runs July 18–August 10, 2025, in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. See the video here!
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025
The comapny of Billie Jean at the Chicago Theatre shares their thoughts and excitement for the upcoming production from the rehearsal room! The production runs July 18–August 10, 2025, in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. See the video here!
Chilina Kennedy Will Lead BILLIE JEAN at Chicago Shakespeare Theater; Cast and Creatives Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of the world premiere play Billie Jean, about sports icon and equality champion Billie Jean King.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced the cast and creative team of the world premiere play Billie Jean, about sports icon and equality champion Billie Jean King.
Camille A. Brown Will Direct West Coast Premiere Reading of SWEET LORRAINE
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2025
Celebration Theatre, in partnership with City of West Hollywood and Los Angeles LGBT Center's Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center will present the West Coast Premiere reading of sweet lorraine.
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2025
Celebration Theatre, in partnership with City of West Hollywood and Los Angeles LGBT Center's Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center will present the West Coast Premiere reading of sweet lorraine.
Review: THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at 21ten Theatre
by Krista Garver - Mar 20, 2025
What did our critic think of THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at 21ten Theatre?
by Krista Garver - Mar 20, 2025
What did our critic think of THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at 21ten Theatre?
SWIPE Begins Next Month in Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
Playwrights’ Arena and Los Angeles LGBT Center have announced the world premiere co-production of SWIPE conceived and directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
Playwrights’ Arena and Los Angeles LGBT Center have announced the world premiere co-production of SWIPE conceived and directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera. Learn more here!
Dr. Victor Parsonnet, Board Chair Emeritus of New Jersey Symphony, Passes Away at 100
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024
Dr. Parsonnet, whO served as chairman of the New Jersey Symphony from 1991–2007, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 100. Learn more about the life and career of Parsonnet.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024
Dr. Parsonnet, whO served as chairman of the New Jersey Symphony from 1991–2007, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the age of 100. Learn more about the life and career of Parsonnet.
Josiah Blount's FLAYED Returns to the Los Angeles LGBT Center in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024
Flayed, written and performed by Josiah Blount, directed by David Bridel, has repeatedly sold out in the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Program Artist Residency, and it will return in 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024
Flayed, written and performed by Josiah Blount, directed by David Bridel, has repeatedly sold out in the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Program Artist Residency, and it will return in 2025.
FLAYED Adds Performances at the Los Angeles LGBT Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024
Flayed, a 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival (HFF) favorite and multiple award-winner, written and performed by Josiah Blount, directed by David Bridel, has announced two added performances in the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center Artist Residency on Wednesday, October 16, at 7pm, and Friday, November 22, at 8pm.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024
Flayed, a 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival (HFF) favorite and multiple award-winner, written and performed by Josiah Blount, directed by David Bridel, has announced two added performances in the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center Artist Residency on Wednesday, October 16, at 7pm, and Friday, November 22, at 8pm.
Review: Merrimack Repertory Theatre Makes THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE Worth Joining
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 9, 2024
What did our critic think of THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at Merrimack Repertory Theatre?
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 9, 2024
What did our critic think of THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE at Merrimack Repertory Theatre?
Kristin Chenoweth, Jinkx Monsoon, & More Donate Items for 'Pride and Less' Prejudice Virtual Auction
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2024
From September 26-29, 2024, the non-profit organization Pride and Less Prejudice (PLP) will host its fourth annual #BannedTogether virtual auction. This year’s auction features items and experiences donated by a group of diverse celebrities including Daniel Radcliffe, Jinkx Monsoon, Kristin Chenoweth, Sara Bareilles, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2024
From September 26-29, 2024, the non-profit organization Pride and Less Prejudice (PLP) will host its fourth annual #BannedTogether virtual auction. This year’s auction features items and experiences donated by a group of diverse celebrities including Daniel Radcliffe, Jinkx Monsoon, Kristin Chenoweth, Sara Bareilles, and more.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre Opens Its 2024-2025 Season With THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024
Merrimack Repertory Theatre has announced its 2024-2025 season opener, THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 29, 2024
Merrimack Repertory Theatre has announced its 2024-2025 season opener, THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE.
Interview: Amir Levi " Happy to Take a HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR
by Gil Kaan - Aug 4, 2024
Lisa Sanaye Dring’s Happy Fall: A Queer Stunt Spectacular premieres August 17, 2024, at the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Renberg Theatre in the Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center (with previews starting August 10th). Rogue Machine’s artistic director Sean Cawelti directs the cast led by David Ellard, Kurt Kanazawa and Amir Levi with Lucas Brahme, Carlos R. Chavez, Gabriel Croom, Kelsey Kato, Maia Luer, Candy Pain, Tiana Randall-Quant and Jerry Zou. Amir found time between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.
by Gil Kaan - Aug 4, 2024
Lisa Sanaye Dring’s Happy Fall: A Queer Stunt Spectacular premieres August 17, 2024, at the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Renberg Theatre in the Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center (with previews starting August 10th). Rogue Machine’s artistic director Sean Cawelti directs the cast led by David Ellard, Kurt Kanazawa and Amir Levi with Lucas Brahme, Carlos R. Chavez, Gabriel Croom, Kelsey Kato, Maia Luer, Candy Pain, Tiana Randall-Quant and Jerry Zou. Amir found time between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.
SNL Stars on the Broadway Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2024
Ana Gasteyer is not the only Saturday Night Live alum to have flexed her acting muscles on the Broadway stage. BroadwayWorld is rounding up your favorite SNL stars who are also Broadway stars. Check out our list here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2024
Ana Gasteyer is not the only Saturday Night Live alum to have flexed her acting muscles on the Broadway stage. BroadwayWorld is rounding up your favorite SNL stars who are also Broadway stars. Check out our list here!
Josiah Blount's FLAYED to be Presented at Los Angeles LGBT Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
Flayed, written and performed by Josiah Blount, directed by David Bridel, has been set for two performances in the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center Artist Residency. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
Flayed, written and performed by Josiah Blount, directed by David Bridel, has been set for two performances in the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center Artist Residency. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for Rogue Artists Ensemble's HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2024
Romance, stunts… and puppets. Rogue Artists Ensemble has revealed details for its summer co-production with the Los Angeles LGBT Center and Contemporary American Theater Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2024
Romance, stunts… and puppets. Rogue Artists Ensemble has revealed details for its summer co-production with the Los Angeles LGBT Center and Contemporary American Theater Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Go Inside the Opening of the REAL TO REEL Exhibition, Paying Tribute To Leslie Jordan
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024
This week, the Hollywood Museum’s Annual and LGBTQ+ Exhibit opening and Awards, Hollywood’s first LGBTQ+ Tribute/Exhibit and Awards, Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum) announced its 2024 salute to the LGBTQ+ community's contributions to the entertainment industry. Check out photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024
This week, the Hollywood Museum’s Annual and LGBTQ+ Exhibit opening and Awards, Hollywood’s first LGBTQ+ Tribute/Exhibit and Awards, Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum) announced its 2024 salute to the LGBTQ+ community's contributions to the entertainment industry. Check out photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jane Wagner been in?
Jane Wagner has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Jane Wagner been in?
Jane Wagner has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jane Wagner been nominated for?
Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life In The Universe and Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe.
What awards has Jane Wagner won?
Jane Wagner has won the Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production award at the Olivier Awards for The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe. She also received a Special Citation from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for the same production, The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe.
How many shows has Jane Wagner written?
Jane Wagner has written 2 shows including Appearing Nitely (Playwright), The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe (Playwright).
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