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BIG FAMOUS Benefit Concert Completes Cast with Stephen Kaminski
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026

Stephen Kaminski and Nicholas Kaminski announced final casting for a one-night-only benefit concert for The Directors Company featuring the new musical BIG FAMOUS, directed by Rachel Klein.

Photos: SPRING AWAKENING Original Cast Members Reunite at MUSIC CITY
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 17, 2026

Spring Awakening cast members reunited at Music City, including Kathryn Gallagher, Krysta Rodriguez, Lauren “Lolo” Pritchard, Phoebe Strole, Lilli Cooper and Stephen Michael Spencer. See photos from the reunion.

MUSIC CITY Sets Closing Date Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026

Music City, the country music-infused Off-Broadway musical, will close at St. Luke's Theatre, producer Gabrielle Palitz announced. The show features songs by J.T. Harding and a book by Peter Zinn.

Photos: MUSIC CITY Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 25, 2026

Music City just celebrated its opening night at St. Luke’s Theatre. It features an original book by playwright Peter Zinn and is directed by BEDLAM’s artistic director Eric Tucker.  Check out photos from inside the special night here!

Review Roundup: MUSIC CITY Returns Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2026

Music City just celebrated its opening night at St. Luke’s Theatre. The show features original and existing songs by multi-platinum songwriter J.T. Harding, including showstoppers “Smile,” “Sangria,” and “Somewhere In My Car,” written for such artists as Darius Rucker, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Uncle Kracker, Dierks Bently, and Florida Georgia Line, an original book by playwright Peter Zinn (Rumspringa, Somewhere With You), and is directed by BEDLAM’s artistic director Eric Tucker. Let's see what the critics are saying about the return production...

Photos: Lauren 'Lolo' Pritchard Joins MUSIC CITY Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2026

Music City has released new production photos featuring actress and recording artist Lauren “Lolo” Pritchard. Pritchard joined the cast in the role of “23”. Music City is currently playing at St. Luke’s Theatre.

Sam Tutty, Dylan Mulvaney and More Join TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a marathon theater reading festival celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize winner Letts, has revealed more participating stars, including Sam Tutty, Dylan Mulvaney and more.

Photos: Leenya Rideout, Stephen Michael Spencer and More in MUSIC CITY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026

Music City will begin performances at St. Luke’s Theatre. Get a first look at cast members Leenya Rideout, Stephen Michael Spencer and more in new production shots!

Beanie Feldstein, Katrina Lenk, Matthew Lillard and More to Join TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026

Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a marathon theatrical reading festival celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize winner Letts, will now take place in June, after being postponed due to the snowstorm this winter.

Exclusive: MUSIC CITY Cast Performs 'Smile' By JT Harding Ahead of Off-Broadway Run
by Michael Major - May 21, 2026

Watch a video of the cast of Music City performing 'Smile' by Billboard-charting songwriter JT Harding. The musical features a book by Peter Zinn and direction by Eric Tucker.

MUSIC CITY Will Open at St. Luke's Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

After delaying performances due to issues with its previous venue, Music City will now open at St. Luke’s Theatre this summer. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: Inside Rehearsals with the Cast of MUSIC CITY
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 16, 2026

Music City, which opened to rave reviews last year and was extended three times by popular demand in its award-winning run at BEDLAM, will reopen at 512 West 42nd Street near 10th Avenue just west of Times Square in a new venue that is being refashioned into a fully functioning Nashville bar, expressly for the production. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal!

Photos: MUSIC CITY in Rehearsal Ahead of Return to New Venue
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

Music City has gone back into rehearsal as the production prepares for its return to its new venue in midtown. Check out photos from the first rehearsal here.

TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS Play Festival Postponed Due to Dangerous Weather
by Gillian Blum - Feb 22, 2026

Due to the dangerous weather slated to hit New York City today, Animus Theatre Company announced it will postpone its Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts Play Festival, tomorrow, February 23 at Circle in the Square Theater.

Drew Bastian, Jonathan Judge-Russo and More to Star in MUSIC CITY Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026

The cast and creative team has been revealed for the Off-Broadway production of Music City. Music City, which opened last year, will reopen at 512 West 42nd Street near 10th Avenue.

Full Cast Announced for TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS for Marathon Reading Event
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

James Caan, Michael Rispoli, Raul Segarra, and Sarah Shapiro will star in the daylong theater reading festival TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS, showcasing continuous performances.

Beanie Feldstein, John Gallagher Jr. and More Join TWELVE HOURS WITH TRACY LETTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a marathon theater reading festival celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize winner Letts, has revealed more participating stars, including Beanie Feldstein, John Gallagher Jr. and more.

Lily Rabe, Hamish Linklater, Katrina Lenk and More to Join Reading of Tracy Letts Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026

Twelve Hours with Tracy Letts, a marathon theater reading festival celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize winner Letts, will take place at Circle in the Square Theatre.

BEDLAM Reveals Fall Season Featuring Three Plays and a New Musical by JT Harding
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024

BEDLAM has revealed its fall season with two new musicals and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Jesse Eisenberg, Kathryn Gallagher & More Take Part in THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

Check out photos of The 24 Hour Musicals featuring Angelique Cabral, Ryan Scott Oliver and more.