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Abigail Hood Reprises Role in MONSTER, Full Cast Revealed at Seven Dials Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025

Playwright and performer Abigail Hood reprises her Offie-nominated role alongside Kevin Tomlinson, joined by four new cast members for the powerful drama exploring childhood violence, trauma and redemption.

Review: TRAINSPOTTING LIVE, Riverside Studios
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 20, 2022

Choose Trainspotting Live for an unforgettable experience. The good kind.

TRAINSPOTTING Announces A New Block Of Tickets On Sale Through October 20
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2018

Producers Brass Jar Productions (Drunk Shakespeare) and James Seabright have announced that a new block of tickets is currently on sale for the critically acclaimed, no-holds-barred immersive production of Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting Live now through October 20, 2018. Adapted by Harry Gibson and directed by King's Head Theatre Artistic Director Adam Spreadbury-Maher, in collaboration with Greg Esplin, Trainspotting Live inhabits a custom-built immersive performance space at Roy Arias Stages (777 8th Avenue).

Photo Flash: First Look at the New Immersive Production of TRAINSPOTTING LIVE
by Julie Musbach - Jul 11, 2018

Below, get a first look at the no-holds-barred immersive production of Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting Live, now in preview performances Off-Broadway. 

Immersive Production Of TRAINSPOTTING LIVE Begins Performances Off-Broadway Tonight
by Julie Musbach - Jul 5, 2018

The critically acclaimed, no-holds-barred immersive production of Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting Live begins preview performances Off-Broadway tonight, Thursday, July 5, 2018 at 7 PM.

Cast Announced for Immersive Premiere of TRAINSPOTTING
by Julie Musbach - Jun 7, 2018

Producers Brass Jar Productions (Drunk Shakespeare) and Olivier Award-winning producer James Seabright announced complete casting for Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting Live, the critically acclaimed, no-holds-barred, immersive production set to open Off-Broadway this summer.

59E59 Theaters Announces 2017 East to Edinburgh Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2017

59E59 Theaters announces the 2017 line up for the annual EAST TO EDINBURGH festival. EAST TO EDINBURGH begins today, July 11 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 30.

Tickets on Sale Now for Preview Performances of DICKLESS
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2017

Dickless is a one-woman show, narrated by Saff (who's on the run), and Oli (who should be).

Tickets on Sale Now for Preview Performances of DICKLESS
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2017

Dickless is a one-woman show, narrated by Saff (who's on the run), and Oli (who should be).

59E59 Theaters Announces 2017 East to Edinburgh Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2017

59E59 Theaters announces the 2017 line up for the annual EAST TO EDINBURGH festival. EAST TO EDINBURGH begins on Tuesday, July 11 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 30.

THE FACEBOOK FIGHTER Takes Home 5 Awards at SOUND BITES 4.0
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2017

Theatre Now New York presented its 4th Annual festival of new musicals, Sound Bites 4.0 (sponsored by Music Theatre International and Disney Theatrical Productions) to a sold-out house at the Perishing Square Signature Theatre. An after-party was held in the theatre lobby where awards were given. Sound Bites showcases ten 10-minute musicals or musical excerpts in one evening.

Site-Specific Production of PLAYING WITH FIRE to Open Next Week in Williamsburg
by BWW News Desk - Aug 19, 2016

A site-specific production of August Strindberg's Playing with Fire (translated by Michael Meyer) will open August 22nd in Williamsburg.

Seth's 400 Showcase NONAPALOOZA Set for This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2016

As of this spring, Seth Bisen-Hersh has produced, emceed and accompanied over 400 showcases at Don't Tell Mama during the past 9 years.  To celebrate, he has invited 74 showcase alumni to return to the stage in 5 concerts of his songs in what he deems: Seth's 400th Showcase Nonapalooza!  The five concerts will be: Today, May 3rd; Today, May 10th; Friday, May 13th; Monday, May 16th; and Today, May 24th, all at 7PM.   Shows are all at 7PM at Don't Tell Mama, 343 W. 46th St.  There is a $12 cover and 2 drink minimum.  Reservations can be made by calling 212-757-0788 after 4 or going online to donttellmamanyc.com/shows.  The list of performers is below.

Seth's 400 Showcase NONAPALOOZA Set For This May
by Louisa Brady - Apr 10, 2016

As of this spring, Seth Bisen-Hersh has produced, emceed and accompanied over 400 showcases at Don't Tell Mama during the past 9 years.  To celebrate, he has invited 74 showcase alumni to return to the stage in 5 concerts of his songs in what he deems: Seth's 400th Showcase Nonapalooza!  The five concerts will be: Tuesday, May 3rd; Tuesday, May 10th; Friday, May 13th; Monday, May 16th; and Tuesday, May 24th, all at 7PM.   Shows are all at 7PM at Don't Tell Mama, 343 W. 46th St.  There is a $12 cover and 2 drink minimum.  Reservations can be made by calling 212-757-0788 after 4 or going online to donttellmamanyc.com/shows.  The list of performers is below.