John Chatterton

The Midtown International Theatre Festival Accepts 21 Productions for 2026; Submissions Ongoing
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025

The Midtown International Theatre Festival will return to New York in 2026 at the American Theatre of Actors. The festival has already accepted 21 productions and will utilize all three theatres at the venue.

Midtown International Theatre Festival Will Return To New York This Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025

The Midtown International Theatre Festival makes its return to New York City after an absence of nearly a decade. Founder and Executive Producer John Chatterton, a pivotal figure in the Off-Off-Broadway movement, is partnering with Jay Michaels, one of indie theatre's most visible personalities, to bring the groundbreaking theatrical event back in June/July of 2026.

COOL AT CAMP and MOTHER BOSWICK Join Midtown International Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025

'COOL AT CAMP' AND 'MOTHER BOSWICK' will join The Midtown International Theatre Festival. Learn more about the plays here and see how to purchase tickets to the festival!

MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL THEATRE FESTIVAL to Return in 2026 with New Vision
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025

Founder and Executive Producer John Chatterton, a pivotal force in the Off-Off-Broadway movement, is officially reviving the Midtown International Theatre Festival (MITF) for July 2026.

TRU to Present 'A Lost Opportunity, Found: The Return Of The Midtown International Theatre Festival'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, TRU is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday with A Lost Opportunity, Found: The Return of the Midtown International Theatre Festival.

Jessica Jennings Named New Executive Director on Eve Of 50th Anniversary at American Theatre Of Actors
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2025

The American Theatre of Actors has announced the appointment of Jessica Jennings as its new Executive Director. This announcement comes as the venerable institution approaches its 50th anniversary in 2026. James Jennings, the theatre's esteemed founder, will continue in his role as Artistic Director.

MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL THEATRE FESTIVAL 2025 Now Seeking Submissions
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025

The New Midtown International Theatre Festival is currently accepting submissions for its inaugural festival, scheduled for July 2026. Set to take place over three weeks in July 2026, the revived MITF promises a diverse and dynamic lineup of theatrical experiences.

Midtown International Theatre Festival Announces Grand Return In July 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2025

The Midtown International Theatre Festival is set to take place over three weeks in July 2026. The MITF will showcase a wide spectrum of performances, including plays, musicals, cabaret acts (now named in honor of the late Vickie Phillips), and solo shows.

THE UNPREDICTABLE TIMES to Premiere in Maryland in 2018
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2017

KEVIN Ray Johnson's coming of age drama The Unpredictable Times will be premiering with Showcase on Main in Elkton Maryland in 2018. The workshop premiere will be directed by S. Lee Lewis - who serves as The Artistic Director of Showcase on Main.

Yarina Gurtner to Bring Moving Love Story EMMA'S BLISS to MITF
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017

When facing death... What becomes essential in life? EMMA'S BLISS by Claudia Schreiber, with lyrics by Yarina Gurtner and live music by Brandon G. Reilly, is directed by Yarina Gurtner and Christian Scharrer, with musical direction by Yarina Gurtner and Lukas Thoni. The production will play this summer's MITF.