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John Patrick Shanley’s THE PUSHOVER to Have World Premiere at Chain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026

John Patrick Shanley, acclaimed for his Oscar, Tony, and Pulitzer wins, will premiere his new play THE PUSHOVER at Chain Theatre, directed by Kirk Gostkowski.

Jesse Eisenberg, Ralph Macchio, Carol Kane, and More Will Headline 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival will feature Jesse Eisenberg, Jose Rivera, Christopher Goutman, and Lyle Kessler, with performances by Ralph Macchio, Cady McClain, and Carol Kane from February 5 to March 1.

Submissions Open For Chain Theatre’s 2026 WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025

Chain Theatre in New York City has opened submissions for its 2026 Winter One-Act Festival, running February 6–March 1, 2026. The acclaimed festival, which showcases new work from artists across the tri-state area, will continue the company’s mission of presenting bold, original voices in a dynamic mix of short plays.

Chain Theatre’s Summer One-Act Festival Returns In July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025

Chain Theatre’s Summer One-Act Festival will return to Midtown Manhattan from July 10 through August 2, 2025, transforming its home at 312 W. 36th Street (3rd & 4th floors) into a high-energy theatrical mixtape.

Photos: Eric Bogosian's HUMPTY DUMPTY Opens At The Chain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

CHAIN THEATRE has released photos of the NYC premiere production of award-winning actor and playwright Eric Bogosian’s HUMPTY DUMPTY directed by Ella Jane New.

Cast Set For Eric Bogosian's HUMPTY DUMPTY at the Chain Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Chaine Theatre will present the NYC premiere production of award-winning actor and playwright Eric Bogosian's HUMPTY DUMPTY, directed by Ella Jane New. Learn more here!

David Rabe to Bring BY THE LOOK OF HER To The 2025 Chain Winter One-Act Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

Chain Theatre will present the NYC premiere of BY THE LOOK OF HER, written by Tony Award-winner David Rabe. BY THE LOOK OF HER is a family dramedy. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

THE ROBOT, THE SPY, AND THE LOVE OF AI to be Presented at CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Chain Theatre will present the world premiere of THE ROBOT, THE SPY, AND THE LOVE OF AI - aproduction that explores the use of actual robotics and AI programming capabilities onstage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE 2025 CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL Announced At The Chain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Chain Theatre has announced the 2025 edition of the CHAIN WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL, featuring the NY premiere of BY THE LOOK OF HER by Tony Award winner David Rabe and more.

The Usual Rejects to Present Staged Parody Fan Event BROTHER, YOU ARE GOING DOWN: HEAT!!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024

The Usual Rejects announced their latest staged parody fan event, Brother, You Are Going Down: HEAT, following sold-out performances of TITANIC, TMNT, and STAR WARS.

BWW Q&A: T.J. Elliott on HONOR at Knowledge Workings Theater
by Joshua Wright - Sep 10, 2024

Written and directed by T.J. Elliott, HONOR stars Alinca Hamilton (Andrei Serban's Richard III, Julius Caesar at Classic Stage, To All the Black Girls... at Ars Nova), along with John Blaylock (Doctor Frankenstein at West End Theater, The Temple at The Brick, Proof at The Gallery Players), and Ed Altman (Love's Labor's Lost at Theatre Row, Atlantic Pharmaceuticals at The Tank, Jake Shore's Adjust The Procedure).

Photos: Cast And Crew Of SIMPATICO Celebrate Opening Night At The Chain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2024

CHAIN THEATRE has announced the Off-Broadway return of Sam Shepard’s SIMPATICO, directed by DAVID ZAYAS JR. See photos from opening night.

Photos: Chain Theatre Presents SIMPATICO By Sam Shepard
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024

CHAIN THEATRE will present the Off-Broadway return of Sam Shepard’s SIMPATICO, directed by DAVID ZAYAS JR.

David Zayas Jr. to Make Off-Broadway Directorial Debut With Sam Shepard's SIMPATICO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

David Zayas Jr. will make his Off-Broadway directorial debut with Sam Shepard's SIMPATICO. See when and where you can see the production!

Photos: Meet The Cast Of The Chain Theatre World Premiere Of Matthew McLachlan's THIS G*D DAMN HOUSE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2023

See photos of the cast of the Chain Theatre world premiere production of Matthew McLachlan’s THIS G*D DAMN HOUSE, directed by Ella Jane New.

THIS G*D DAMN HOUSE World Premiere to be Presented at Chain Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2023

Chain Theatre will present the world premiere production of Matthew McLachlan’s THIS G*D DAMN HOUSE, directed by Ella Jane New. THIS G*D DAMN HOUSE will play a four-week limited engagement.

Photo: INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE's Eric Bogosian Visits Chain Theatre's WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2022

See a photo of TV's Interview with the Vampire's Eric Bogosian visiting the world premiere production of G.D. Kimble’s WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY, directed by Chain Managing Director Rick Hamilton.

Chain Theatre Announces WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY As Next Production, Beginning October 28
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2022

The critically-acclaimed Chain Theatre has announced the world premiere production of G.D. Kimble's WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY, directed by Chain Managing Director Rick Hamilton.

WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY Comes to Chain Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2022

The critically-acclaimed Chain Theatre has announced the world premiere production of G.D. Kimble’s WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY, directed by Chain Managing Director Rick Hamilton. WHAT PASSES FOR COMEDY will play a limited engagement at Chain Theatre.

MACBITCHES Comes to The Chain Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2022

CHAIN THEATRE will present the world premiere production of Sophie McIntosh's (Ipswich) macbitches, directed by Ella Jane New (Six Corners). macbitches will play a limited engagement at Chain Theatre. Performances begin Friday, August 19 and continue through Saturday, September 10. Opening Night is Sunday, August 21 (3 p.m.).