Kevin Kling

Executive Artistic Director Courtney Sale to Depart The Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

Board of Trustees announced today that Courtney Sale, Nancy L. Donahue Executive Artistic Director, will step down from her role in January 2026. Courtney accomplished significant projects in her nearly six years with the company.

Missoula Children's Theatre Will Present LYLE THE CROCODILE In September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

The Missoula Children’s Theatre will present Lyle the Crocodile on September 20 with performances at 10 a.m. and 12 noon. This one-hour family-friendly musical celebrates Arts in Education Week with a heartwarming story about friendship, kindness, and community.

Review: DID MY GRANDFATHER KILL MY GRANDFATHER? Features Masterful Storytelling
by Andrew White - Jul 16, 2025

Peggy McKowen, Artistic Director of the Contemporary American Theater Festival, knows there are some amazing stories to be told by West Virginians themselves, and for this year’s festival our attention is richly rewarded by an evening spent with native son Cody LeRoy Wilson and his one-man show, “Did My Grandfather Kill My Grandfather?”

Review: KEVIN KLING: UNRAVELED; a Master Storyteller at the Peak of his Powers
by Andrew White - Jul 16, 2025

To be in the presence of Kevin Kling is to be in the presence of a consummate storyteller at the peak of his powers. “Unraveled” is about as life-affirming as it gets, and coming as it does from someone who bears his challenges with such grace and disarming honesty, perhaps one of the enduring themes of this performance is one of gratitude.

Contemporary American Theater Festival Reveals Casts And Creative Teams For 2025 Mainstage Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2025

The Contemporary American Theater Festival (CATF) has announced the full casts and creative teams for its 2025 season. This year's mainstage theater productions include five world premiere plays.

Stephen King's MISERY And More Set for Merrimack Repertory Theatre 47th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2025

Merrimack Repertory Theatre will unveil its exciting 2025-26 season, bringing a dynamic mix of drama, music, comedy and compelling cultural narratives to the stage. This season will include stories that resonate deeply across diverse experiences.

Review: CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN THEATER FESTIVAL'S Summer 2025 Season Announced
by Andrew White - Apr 9, 2025

The ability to tell our stories and share of ourselves, with a community that is eager to reach out, is a superpower we all have.  We are, truly, indivisible; and we should take advantage of every chance we have to break bread, share our stories, and broaden our horizons. The Contemporary American Theater Festival has been one of West Virginia’s perennial treasures, and is well deserving of our support.  Be sure to plan your Summer around everything CATF has to offer!

KEEPIN' IT REAL & More Set for Illusion Theatre 50th Anniversary 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024

ILLUSION THEATER celebrates its 50th anniversary with a season of new plays and special performances, honoring its legacy of producing transformative theater on pressing social issues.

Illusion Theater to Present Free Outdoor Summer Series at At Lyndale Gardens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024

Enjoy free outdoor performances at the Amphitheater at Lyndale Gardens in Richfield, Minnesota. See who is performing!

MRT Commissions Five Playwrights
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2022

With an eye to the future, MRT announced today five new commissioned playwrights: Vichet Chum, Kevin Kling, Melinda Lopez, Dael Orlandersmith, and Kalean Ung.

MRT Premieres BEST SUMMER EVER This May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2022

Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) dives into the lazy, hazy days of summer with a comical delight for the entire family May 4-22 with the East Coast Premiere of Best Summer Ever, written and performed by Kevin Kling, the acclaimed playwright, storyteller, and contributor to NPR's “All Things Considered,” according to Artistic Director Courtney Sale and Executive Director Bonnie J. Butkas.

Upcoming April Events Announced at Seattle Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2022

April has a variety of events to offer in venues across the Seattle Center campus with something for everyone to do. With the 60th anniversary of the World's Fair and the Ukraine A/NT Gallery show, there is no shortage of fun activities taking place at Seattle Center this month, and you don't want to miss out. 

Spring Events For Kids Of All Ages Announced At Seattle Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2022

This spring, Seattle Center is home to an array of events made just for kids to keep their minds curious – even when they're outside the classroom.

MRT Presents Christina Acosta Robinson and Ken Robinson In Premiere Concert BACK TOGETHER AGAIN: THE MUSIC OF ROBERTA FLACK AND DONNY HATHAWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2022

Merrimack Repertory Theatre will present Broadway couple Christina Acosta Robinson and Ken Robinson from March 30 to April 16 in Back Together Again: The Music of Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway.

Merrimack Repertory Theatre to Present ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2021

Gales of laughter will boost spirits in Lowell this winter when Merrimack Repertory Theatre celebrates America’s funniest Mom ever with Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End by Allison Engel and Margaret Engel, featuring Karen MacDonald, from January 19 to February 6, according to Artistic Director Courtney Sale and Executive Director Bonnie J. Butkas.

Guthrie Theater Presents Kevin Kling's TALES FROM THE CHARRED UNDERBELLY OF THE YULE LOG
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2021

The Guthrie Theater announced it will present Kevin Kling's Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log on Tuesday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. on the Wurtele Thrust Stage.

MRT Debuts World Premiere Commission: THE RISE AND FALL OF HOLLY FUDGE By Trista Baldwin
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2021

For the first time in 21 months, Merrimack Repertory Theatre will return to The Nancy L. Donahue Theatre for indoor performances when it presents a world premiere holiday comedy, The Rise and Fall of Holly Fudge by Trista Baldwin, from November 26 to December 12, according to Artistic Director Courtney Sale and Executive Director Bonnie J. Butkas.

Mixed Blood Theatre Presents the World Premiere of ANIMATE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2021

Mixed Blood Theatre presents the World Premiere of ANIMATE by Ken LaZebnik, performed at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, September 17-26, 2021.

MRT Continues Season September 17 with WILD HORSES by Allison Gregory
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2021

Merrimack Repertory Theatre will continue its 2021-22 Season with Allison Gregory's Wild Horses, a woman's hilarious account of one wild summer in her youth, from September 17 through October 3 at various alternative locations and via video on demand, according to Nancy L. Donahue Artistic Director Courtney Sale and Executive Director Bonnie J. Butkas.

Minnesota Orchestra Announces 2021-22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2021

Music Director Osmo Vänskä and the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra today announced plans for the ensemble’s 2021-22 season that runs from September 2021 to June 2022 and includes Classical, Live at Orchestra Hall, Movies & Music, Holiday and Relaxed Family concerts.