Johanna Pfaelzer

Photos: Inside New York Stage And Film's 40th Anniversary Gala, Honoring Douglas Harmon and Jane Harmon
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 9, 2025

New York Stage and Film held its 40th Anniversary Gala, commemorating 40 years of developing new works and a reunion of acclaimed artists at SAF. The event honored Board Member Douglas Harmon and Founding Board Member Jane Harmon for their contributions to New York Stage and Film and the American Theater. Check out photos here.

Jessica Huang's MOTHER OF EXILES to Have World Premiere at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

This fall, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the world premiere of Jessica Huang’s Mother of Exiles at Berkeley Rep. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA to Have West Coast Premiere at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of The Hills of California — the soaring new drama from internationally acclaimed Olivier and Tony Award–winning playwright Jez Butterworth.

THE RESERVOIR Opens Berkeley Rep 25/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre will kick off its 2025/26 season with Jake Brasch's The Reservoir, performing at Berkeley Rep's Peet's Theatre. Learn more here!

Berkeley Rep Reveals 2025 GROUND FLOOR SUMMER RESIDENCY LAB Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full lineup for its 2025 Ground Floor Summer Residency Lab, welcoming over 120 local and national artists to develop 24 cutting-edge theatrical projects.

W. Kamau Bell to Return to Berkeley Rep With WHO'S WITH ME?
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025

Emmy and Peabody Award-winning TV host, comedian, filmmaker, and New York Times bestselling author W. Kamau Bell returns to Berkeley Repertory Theatre this June. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Berkeley Rep Receives Gift in Response to NEA Grant Termination
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025

In response to the chaotic terminations of grant awards by the National Endowment for the Arts in early May, Berkeley Repertory Theatre has received a generous gift. Learn more here.

THE LUNCHBOX World Premiere and More Set for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre Artistic Director Johanna Pfaelzer and Managing Director Tom Parrish has revealed the seven productions that will make up the organization’s 2025/26 season. See full programming here!

Jacob Ming-Trent's HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE is Coming to Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025

Red Bull Theater has revealed details for the rolling World Premiere of How Shakespeare Saved My Life, an epic poem told by Jacob Ming-Trent with verse rhyme and song. Learn more

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for Jiehae Park's THE AVES at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of Jiehae Park’s the aves, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Peet’s Theatre. Learn more!

HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Cast & Creative Team Announced At Berkeley Rep
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, performing at Berkeley Rep's Roda Theatre from Saturday, April 5 through Sunday, May 11, 2025.

SWEPT AWAY Cast Recording Is Now Available to Stream
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2025

Brian Usifer, Chris Miller, Will Van Dyke, and Gigi Pritzker released the Swept Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording), featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Find out where you can stream it here!

Listen: 'Satan Pulls the Strings' Released From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

An all new single has been released from the forthcoming Original Broadway Cast Recording of Swept Away. “Satan Pulls the Strings' is sung by John Gallagher, Jr., featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Listen here!

Listen: 'No Hard Feelings' From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Swept Away will release an original Broadway cast recording on February 7th. An all new single has now been released from the album, “No Hard Feelings,” sung by Adrian Blake Enscoe and Stark Sands. Listen here!

SWEPT AWAY Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 29, 2024

Swept Away will play its final performance at the Longacre Theatre following 20 previews and 48 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Dead Outlaw.

Matilda Lawler & More to Star in THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Thing About Jellyfish, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Seth Avett Performs at Curtain Call of SWEPT AWAY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers joined the cast of Swept Away on stage for a surprise post-show performance of “Tear Down the House” and “Untitled #4” this weekend. Check out photos and video here!

Listen: 'Ain't No Man' From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024

The first single “Ain’t No Man” has been released from the Swept Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording), featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Listen here!

SWEPT AWAY Pushes Back Broadway Closing Date
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2024

The Broadway production of Swept Away has extended its run at the Longacre Theatre through Sunday, December 29, due to a surge in ticket sales following the previous announcement of its closing.

Berkeley Rep to Host California Educational Theatre Association Conference
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024

This Fall, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will host the 2024 California Educational Theatre Association Conference—The Creativity in Creativity, featuring workshops, guest speakers and more.