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Women’s March Leaders to Join Post-Show Talkback at THE CURTAIN’s RICHARD III
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026

The Curtain will present their first post-show talk-back with The Women’s March leadership following this Sunday’s matinee performance of their all-new adaptation of Richard III at Nimbus Arts Center.
Photos: Andrew Sellon and More in RICHARD III at The Curtain
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos of The Curtain's all-new adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Richard III starring Andrew Sellon.
THE CURTAIN to Host Panel Series After RICHARD III Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026

The Curtain will host a series of panels and talk-backs with national political action groups and elected leaders following Sunday matinees of their all-new adaptation of William Shakespeare's Richard III.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for RICHARD III at The Curtain
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

The Curtain is presenting William Shakespeare’s Richard III, directed by Producing Artistic Director Sean Hagerty at Nimbus Arts Center. You can now get a first look inside rehearsals.
Spencer Aste, Yair Ben-Dor and More Complete the Cast of RICHARD III at The Curtain
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The Curtain has revealed the complete cast and creative team for their all-new adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Richard III, directed by Producing Artistic Director Sean Hagerty.
TRUSPEAK Returns With Four New Short Films Available On Demand For A Limited Run
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

TRUSpeak: Hear Our Voices! will return in a new on-demand edition featuring four short plays adapted for virtual performance. The yearly fundraising event will showcase a broad ensemble of theater artists, with tickets offered as tax-deductible donations.
Allison Janney, Joanna Gleason and Shakina Nayfack to Join TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025

TRUSpeak... Hear Our Voices! 2025 will present special appearances by Emmy and Oscar winner Allison Janney, Tony winner Joanna Gleason and transgender activist Shakina Nayfack.
Tonya Pinkins, Sky Lakota-Lynch and More to Join TRUSPEAK … Hear Our Voices! 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

Theater Resources Unlimited has revealed the cast for TRUSPEAK... Hear Our Voices! 2025, an evening of virtual short plays, followed by a virtual after-party, featuring Tonya Pinkins and more.
Theater Resources Unlimited to Present TRUSPEAK… Hear Our Voices! 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) will present TRUSPEAK... Hear Our Voices! 2025, an evening of virtual short plays, followed by a virtual after-party.
Theater Resources Unlimited To Present TRUSPEAK… HEAR OUR VOICES! 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

Theater Resources Unlimited will present TRUSpeak… Hear Our Voices! 2025 on November 16, featuring four virtual short plays addressing social issues and artistic resilience.
Concert Readings Of Scott C. Sickles' PANGEA & THE KNOWN UNIVERSE To Run At Alchemical Studios
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024

Leviathan Lab & Roly Poly Productions have added concert readings of PANGEA and THE KNOWN UNIVERSE to MARIANAS TRENCH run. Learn more!
MARIANAS TRENCH by Scott C. Sickles to Run at Alchemical Studios This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024

MARIANAS TRENCH by Scott C. Sickles will run at Alchemical Studios in April and May. See performances dates and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theater Resources Unlimited and Leviathan Lab to Present Benefit Reading of Scott C. Sickles' MARIANAS TRENCH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023

Join Theater Resources Unlimited and Leviathan Lab for a special benefit reading of Scott C. Sickles' MARIANAS TRENCH. This one-night-only event, taking place on November 6th, 2023, features a talented cast and supports Leviathan Lab's showcase production of MARIANAS TRENCH in Late Spring 2024.
Leviathan Lab and TRU Diversity to Present Benefit Reading of Scott Sickles' MARIANAS TRENCH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023

Join Leviathan Lab and TRU Diversity for a benefit reading of MARIANAS TRENCH, written by Scott Sickles. Don't miss the opportunity to support Leviathan Lab's showcase production of MARIANAS TRENCH in Late Spring 2024. Get your pay-what-you-wish tickets now!
Leviathan Lab Will Present a Reading of Modern ROMEO & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021

Award-winning Actor and Producer,Veronica Dang and renowned creative studio, Leviathan Lab proudly present a developmental reading of William Shakespeare's classic play of star-crossed lovers set in modern-day New York City with a diverse cast and a focus on mental health. This coming Friday, October 15, 2021 at 6:30pm at Madame X, 94 West Houston Street New York, NY 10012.
Horizon Theatre Rep at Access Theatre Presents THE BALCONY, 5/16-6/2
by Samantha Vega - Apr 24, 2013

In Horizon Theatre Rep's new production of 'The Balcony,' Jean Genet's erotic world of political intrigue and violent revolution is set in United Europe in search for a new identity. Directed by Rafael De Mussa, the production will take stage May 16 to June 2 at The Access Theatre, 380 Broadway in TriBeCa.
WALL STREET: A FARCE IN THREE ACTS Opens at Medicine Show Theatre Tonight, 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2012

Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, opens its production of Wall Street: A Farce in Three Acts this week. It was written and performed during the nation's first major recession the so-called Panic of 1819. Opening night is tonight, June 23 and the production closes on Sunday, July 8. All performances run Thursdays through Sundays at 8 p.m. Running time is 90 minutes with no intermission. The theatre is located at 549 W. 52nd Street, 3rd Floor, near 11th Ave., subway C/E 50th St.
WALL STREET: A FARCE IN THREE ACTS Opens at Medicine Show Theatre, 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2012

Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, opens its production of Wall Street: A Farce in Three Acts this week. It was written and performed during the nation's first major recession the so-called Panic of 1819. Previews are Thursday, June 21 and Friday, June 22. Opening night is Saturday, June 23 and the production closes on Sunday, July 8. All performances run Thursdays through Sundays at 8 p.m. Running time is 90 minutes with no intermission. The theatre is located at 549 W. 52nd Street, 3rd Floor, near 11th Ave., subway C/E 50th St.

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