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Jay O. Sanders, Jess Gabor, And Alison Cimmet Set To Star In ANY MINUTE NOW At HERE Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

'Any Minute Now' has announced its first workshop production hosted by HERE Arts Center and reveals the complete cast and creative team. Performances begin January 15th at the Dorothy B. Williams Theater at HERE Arts Center and continue through February 1st.

HERE Arts Center Unveils Winter & Spring 2026 Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

HERE Arts Center has announced additional programming for its Spring 2026 season, including the HARP world premiere of Dream Feed by The HawtPlates as part of the Under the Radar Festival.

Tickets Now On Sale For HERE Arts Center Winter and Spring 2026 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

HERE Arts Center has revealed additional programming for their Spring 2026 lineup including the HARP world premiere of DREAM FEED by The HawtPlates as part of the Under the Radar Festival and more.

Thomas Gibson to Star in Industry Reading of David Mamet's HENRY JOHNSON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2025

Learn more about Thomas Gibson in the NYC reading of David Mamet's 'Henry Johnson,' exploring themes of manipulation and ethical ambiguity.

The Actors Center To Launch New Mentorship Program for Emerging Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024

The Actors Center will launch a new Mentorship Program for Emerging Artists, scheduled to begin in October 2024. Learn more about the program.

The Prince Fellowship Announces 2024-2025 Fellows
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024

The Prince Fellowship has announced its 2024-2025 fellows, recognizing emerging talent in theater production. The fellowship supports the development of new voices in the industry through mentorship and resources.

The Prince Fellowship Reveals 2023 Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2023

The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, has revealed that Maxwell Beer has received The Prince Fellowship and Amy Marie Haven has received the Prince/TTLP Fellowship.

Applications Now Open for 2023 Prince Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2023

The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Fellowship program.

Photos: THE PIANO LESSON Cast Takes Final Bows On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 30, 2023

The Piano Lesson played its final Broadway performance on January 29, 2023. BroadwayWorld was there to see the cast take their final bows, and you can check out photos here!

Photos: THE PIANO LESSON Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 14, 2022

The best of Broadway was at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where The Piano Lesson, directed by Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson and starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Brooks, opened on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and you can check out photos of the company on the red carpet below!

Meet the Cast of THE PIANO LESSON, Beginning Previews Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2022

The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson begins previews tonight, September 19, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre for its 17-week engagement.  Meet the cast bringing this play back to Broadway!

Front Row Productions Names Lamar Richardson 2022 Fellow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2022

Stephen Byrd & Alia Jones-Harvey’s Front Row Productions Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, named Lamar Richardson as the 2022 Front Row Productions Fellow.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Announced For THE PIANO LESSON, Starring Samuel L Jackson, Danielle Brooks and More
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2022

The complete cast and creative team have been announced for the first Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Joining the cast are Nadia Daniel and Jurnee Elizabeth Swan. Rounding out the company are Shirine Babb, Charles Browning, Peter Jay Fernandez, Sharina Martin, Warner Miller, Doron JePaul Mitchell and Kim Sullivan.

The Prince Fellowship Announces 2022 Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2022

The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced that Jamila Ponton Bragg has been awarded The Prince Fellowship and Cynthia L. Dorsey has been awarded the Prince/TTLP Fellowship. 

Applications Now Open for Front Row Productions Annual Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2022

Stephen Byrd & Alia Jones-Harvey’s Front Row Productions Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, is now accepting applications for its 2022 Fellowship program.  The submission deadline is July 20.  

Industry Editor Exclusive: Who Are the 2022 Tony Nominators?
by Cara Joy David - May 8, 2022

As we focus on the Tony nominations announcement on Monday, you may be wondering – who does the nominating? This year over 50% of the announced nominators will not in fact be nominating anyone. There are now only 29 essential players in the Tony nominator pool.

Applications are now open for Columbia University's MFA in Theatre
by - Nov 3, 2021

Special Offer - Applications are now open for Columbia University’s MFA in Theatre

Ma-Yi Theater Company Announces 2021-2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2021

Ma-Yi Theater Company has announced its 2021–2022 season which includes a return to in-person  events as well as four digital premieres. The season, running September 2, 2021 – March 31, 2022, illustrates how theatrical innovation and powerful storytelling can thrive as the industry finds a safe way back to in-person events. 

Virtual Theatre Today: Monday, February 22- with Santino Fontana, Lynn Nottage and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2021

Today (February 22) in live streaming: Santino Fontana sings with Seth Rudetsky, Patrick Page takes on Shakespeare's villains, and more!

Lilli Cooper and Santino Fontana to Star in Benefit Reading of THE BELLE'S STRATAGEM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2021

RED BULL THEATER today announced that its 2020-21 offerings will continue later this month with a FREE benefit reading of Hannah Cowley’s The Belle’s Stratagem, directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch. The event will star Tony Award nominee Lilli Cooper and Tony Award winner Santino Fontana.