Lena Engelstein
Latest News on Lena Engelstein:
Eliya Smith's DAD DON’T READ THIS to Premiere at St. Luke's Theatre (Mar 10, 2026)
The Bessies 2024 And 2025 Award Nominations Announced (Jan 16, 2026)
NYC Mayor Mamdani Joins UNDER THE RADAR Theater Festival to Promote Free Ticket Giveaway (Jan 10, 2026)
Eliya Smith's DAD DON’T READ THIS to Premiere at St. Luke's Theatre (Mar 10, 2026)
The Bessies 2024 And 2025 Award Nominations Announced (Jan 16, 2026)
NYC Mayor Mamdani Joins UNDER THE RADAR Theater Festival to Promote Free Ticket Giveaway (Jan 10, 2026)
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Eliya Smith's DAD DON’T READ THIS to Premiere at St. Luke's Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
Following the breakout success of her Off-Broadway debut Grief Camp, playwright Eliya Smith will bring audiences deeper into the lives of teenagers with the world premiere of Dad Don’t Read This.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
Following the breakout success of her Off-Broadway debut Grief Camp, playwright Eliya Smith will bring audiences deeper into the lives of teenagers with the world premiere of Dad Don’t Read This.
The Bessies 2024 And 2025 Award Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Joins UNDER THE RADAR Theater Festival to Promote Free Ticket Giveaway
by Gillian Blum - Jan 10, 2026
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani helped promote Under the Radar Theater Festival's 'Under the Radar for All' effort, giving away 1,500 free tickets to participating shows at theaters across the city.
by Gillian Blum - Jan 10, 2026
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani helped promote Under the Radar Theater Festival's 'Under the Radar for All' effort, giving away 1,500 free tickets to participating shows at theaters across the city.
Center for Performance Research Names Artists for Artist-in-Residence Program
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Center for Performance Research has announced the artists selected for its Artist-in-Residence Program, a year-long residency supporting New York City–based practitioners working in contemporary dance and performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Center for Performance Research has announced the artists selected for its Artist-in-Residence Program, a year-long residency supporting New York City–based practitioners working in contemporary dance and performance.
Nominations Announced for the 2025 BESSIE AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, known as THE BESSIES, will announce the 2024 and 2025 honorees at a ceremony on January 20 at Dixon Place. This year’s nominations span choreography, performance, design, and revival categories.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, known as THE BESSIES, will announce the 2024 and 2025 honorees at a ceremony on January 20 at Dixon Place. This year’s nominations span choreography, performance, design, and revival categories.
New York Live Arts To Present LIVE ARTERY 2026, Featuring 21 Events Across 11 Days
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
New York Live Arts will present its largest Live Artery festival to date from January 7–17, 2026, featuring 21 events across theater, studio, lobby, and partner venues citywide.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
New York Live Arts will present its largest Live Artery festival to date from January 7–17, 2026, featuring 21 events across theater, studio, lobby, and partner venues citywide.
UNDER THE RADAR Unveils Full 2026 Festival Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Under the Radar has unveiled the full lineup of over 30 productions for the festival’s 21st edition. See the full programming lineup here and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Under the Radar has unveiled the full lineup of over 30 productions for the festival’s 21st edition. See the full programming lineup here and see how to purchase tickets!
Jess Barbagallo, Lena Engelstein and Layla Khoshnoudi to Star in ADULT RELATIONSHIPS at The Tank
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
The Tank will present the World Premiere of Adult Relationships by Ben Gassman and directed by Tara Elliot. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
The Tank will present the World Premiere of Adult Relationships by Ben Gassman and directed by Tara Elliot. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
UNDER THE RADAR 2026 Unveils Programming Highlights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
Under the Radar will return for its 21st edition. Since its reemergence in 2024, Under the Radar has gathered artists, audiences, and theater industry experts around a thrilling array of contemporary performances shaped by fearless experimentation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
Under the Radar will return for its 21st edition. Since its reemergence in 2024, Under the Radar has gathered artists, audiences, and theater industry experts around a thrilling array of contemporary performances shaped by fearless experimentation.
Domino Park Will Launch New Performing Arts Series SUGAR, SUGAR!
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025
Domino Park has announced the inaugural edition of Sugar, Sugar!-a free outdoor performing arts series. Taking place over the course of a month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025
Domino Park has announced the inaugural edition of Sugar, Sugar!-a free outdoor performing arts series. Taking place over the course of a month. Learn more here!
New York Live Arts Presents the World PremIere Of FRIDAY NIGHT RAT CATCHERS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
New York Live Arts' will present the World Premiere of Lisa Fagan and Lena Engelstein's Friday Night Rat Catchers, the latest creation from an experimental duo whose unconventional performative frameworks are rooted in dance-adjacent physicality.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
New York Live Arts' will present the World Premiere of Lisa Fagan and Lena Engelstein's Friday Night Rat Catchers, the latest creation from an experimental duo whose unconventional performative frameworks are rooted in dance-adjacent physicality.
The Chocolate Factory Theater Reveals 2024/2025 Season Featuring 10 Commissioned Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024
The Chocolate Factory Theater has revealed its 20th season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024
The Chocolate Factory Theater has revealed its 20th season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
New York Live Arts Reveals Fall 2024 Programming
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2024
New York Live Arts has announced Fall 2024 programming. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2024
New York Live Arts has announced Fall 2024 programming. Learn more about the lineup here!
New York Live Arts Reveals Fall 2024 Programming Featuring STILL/HERE 30th Anniversary & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024
New York Live Arts has revealed its Fall 2024 programming. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024
New York Live Arts has revealed its Fall 2024 programming. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
New York Live Arts Reveals Fall 2024 Programming
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024
New York Live Arts has announced Fall 2024 programming. All Live Arts Fall 2024 season presentation tickets are on sale now.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024
New York Live Arts has announced Fall 2024 programming. All Live Arts Fall 2024 season presentation tickets are on sale now.
New Dance Alliance Will Host the 38th Annual Performance Mix Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024
The 38th annual Performance Mix Festival brings together 35 experimental dance and film artists with deeply personal and expansive approaches to art-making. Performances will take place Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9, at Abrons Arts Center’s Underground Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024
The 38th annual Performance Mix Festival brings together 35 experimental dance and film artists with deeply personal and expansive approaches to art-making. Performances will take place Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9, at Abrons Arts Center’s Underground Theater.
New York Live Arts Presents Expanded Live Artery Festival Featuring Commissioned Residency Artists, Curated Guests, And More
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2023
New York Live Arts presents an expanded Live Artery festival featuring commissioned residency artists, curated guests, and offsite co-presentations. 18 events over 12 days featuring 26 lead artists. January 9th-20th, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2023
New York Live Arts presents an expanded Live Artery festival featuring commissioned residency artists, curated guests, and offsite co-presentations. 18 events over 12 days featuring 26 lead artists. January 9th-20th, 2024.
THE EXPONENTIAL FESTIVAL Reveals 19 Participating Artists & Collectives
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
The Exponential Festival presents and promotes theatrical performances created by New York-based artists and exhibited across Brooklyn. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
The Exponential Festival presents and promotes theatrical performances created by New York-based artists and exhibited across Brooklyn. Learn more about the lineup here!
The Brick Announces Peek Pique Peak Featuring Four Evenings Of Split Bills, Running September 7-10
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2023
The Brick presents Peek Pique Peak: Split Bills featuring Phillip Christian Smith, lumberob, Lena Engelstein and Jo Warren, Rose Tang, and Nathan Repasz, September 7-10.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2023
The Brick presents Peek Pique Peak: Split Bills featuring Phillip Christian Smith, lumberob, Lena Engelstein and Jo Warren, Rose Tang, and Nathan Repasz, September 7-10.
Gibney Presents The World Premiere Of BEAUTY HAPPENS By Falcon Dance, June 8- 10
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2023
Gibney, the New York City based dance and social justice organization, will present the world premiere of Beauty Happens by Falcon Dance June 8-10.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2023
Gibney, the New York City based dance and social justice organization, will present the world premiere of Beauty Happens by Falcon Dance June 8-10.
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