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Review: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE at STNJ-A Fantastic Comedic Romp
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 16, 2025

The show to see this summer is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ).   It has not been performed by the company for 10 year, and we think it’s the perfect time for metro area audiences to be treated to this comedic gem.

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN] Returns to STNJ
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025

Starting as an act at Renaissance festivals, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again] was designed by playwrights Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield to draw audiences back to the Bard’s original texts.

Review: THE SHARK IS BROKEN at GSP-A Great and Humorous View of JAWS Filming
by Marina Kennedy - May 6, 2025

The Olivier Award-nominated play, 'The Shark is Broken,' is now being performed at George Street Playhouse (GSP) in the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC). It will be on stage for a limited run through Sunday, May 18 and audiences love it.

Video: THE SHARK IS BROKEN (Official Trailer)
by Joshua Wright - Apr 30, 2025

Get a a first look at video of The Shark Is Broken, the Olivier Award-nominated play that brings to life the tumultuous making of Steven Spielberg’s Jaws, at George Street Playhouse. The production stars Jason Babinsky as Roy Scheider, Jeffrey M. Bender as Robert Shaw, and Max Wolkowitz as Richard Dreyfuss.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Set for THE SHARK IS BROKEN at George Street Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

George Street Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and creative team for The Shark is Broken, written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at STNJ-Top Show to Tantalize the Imagination
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 11, 2024

If you want to see a production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol presented to perfection, make plans to visit The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ). 

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Announced At The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024

A Christmas Carol returns to the Main Stage of the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ). This production plays at The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University beginning December 4, 2024.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2024

A Christmas Carol will return to the Main Stage of the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey next month. This production plays at The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University.

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT on STNJ's Outdoor Stage Intrigues with Humor and Romance
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 1, 2024

Under the starlit skies at St. Elizabeth University, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is presenting William Shakespeare’s As You Like It on their Outdoor Stage.

AS YOU LIKE IT Comes to The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It will come to The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey.  The beloved play, one of the most popular in Shakespeare’s canon, will be presented on the Outdoor Stage at St. Elizabeth University beginning June 19, 2024.  

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present THE SNOW QUEEN This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present an elaborately staged reading of The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen on December 16th as part of their new series for young audiences titled Classics for Kids! 

World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE is Coming to Cleveland Play House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.

Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is Ideal to Celebrate the Season
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 14, 2022

Visit The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) in Madison this holiday season to experience a charming, must-see production of William Shakespeare’s 'Twelfth Night.'

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Presents TWELFTH NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2022

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) concludes its 60th Anniversary Season with its final Main Stage production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Last seen at STNJ in 2009, Jason King Jones directs one of the Bard's most celebrated comedies just in time for the holidays. Veteran company members Jon Barker, Jeffrey M. Bender, and Tony Award nominee Robert Cuccioli are among a diverse cast of 14 actors.

BWW Review: Ken Ludwig's THE THREE MUSKETEERS at STNJ-A Rousing and Wonderful Show for Metro Audiences to Enjoy
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 21, 2019

Experience a new version of a beloved classic. The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is kicking off their 57th Season with a rousing production of Ken Ludwig's The Three Musketeers adapted from the classic novel by Alexandre Dumas. Directed by the renowned fight director and writer, Rick Sordelet, the show features a stupendous cast

Photo Flash: THE THREE MUSKETEERS At The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2019

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey launches their 57th season, titled Incredible Journeys, with a new take by Ken Ludwig on the beloved classic, The Three Musketeers. Directed by renowned fight director Rick Sordelet, this swashbuckling production will bound on to the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre stage beginning on June 12. Patrons can purchase tickets at the Theatre's Box Office located at 36 Madison Avenue, Madison or by calling the Box Office at 973-408-5600 or by going online at www.ShakespeareNJ.org.

The Shakespeare Theatre Of New Jersey Presents Ken Ludwig's THE THREE MUSKETEERS
by Julie Musbach - May 17, 2019

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey launches their 57th season, titled Incredible Journeys, with a new take by Ken Ludwig on the beloved classic, The Three Musketeers.

The Acting Company Announces Complete Casting For WATCH ON THE RHINE Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2019

The Acting Company (Founded by John Houseman and Margot Harley; Ian Belknap, Artistic Director; Elisa Spencer-Kaplan, Executive Director) announced today complete casting for the first reading in the 23rd John McDonald Salon Reading Series, Lillian Hellman's acclaimed drama Watch on the Rhine. The reading will take place on Monday, March 18 at 7 PM at the Mainstage Theater at Playwrights Horizons (416 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY). Tickets are available now online at www.theactingcompany.org.

BWW Review: KEN LUDWIG'S TREASURE ISLAND Thrills Audiences at Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park
by Anne Simendinger - May 4, 2018

Run to find Treasure Island at Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park now through May 19! If you don't, you may be receiving a 'black dot' or be asked to walk the plank!

Photo Flash: Ken Ludwig's TREASURE ISLAND Sails Into Cincinnati Playhouse
by Alan Henry - May 3, 2018

Audiences will set sail on the journey of a lifetime, complete with cutthroat pirates, a treasure map and a courageous boy entangled in a dangerous swashbuckling expedition, when Ken Ludwig's TREASURE ISLAND arrives at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park April 21. This epic theatrical adaptation runs through May 19 (Opening Night is April 26).