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Review: THE SMOKER at Contemporary American Theater Festival
by Andrew White - Jul 15, 2026

Lisa D’Amour offers us a fascinating character study in her latest play, The Smoker, and under the empathetic eye of Director Shelley Butler we are invited into the lives of normal people we routinely pass by without a thought. As if by accident we meet our central character, a recovering alcoholic known only as The Smoker (the charming and dissembling Brad Fleischer) and for the rest of the evening we watch as he passes the time out on the sidewalk in front of his apartment building, sharing a smoke with neighbors and chatting with passers-by.

Photos: THE SMOKER, REFUGEE RHAPSODY and More at Contemporary American Theater Festival 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026

The Contemporary American Theater Festival launched its 2026 season, featuring five new plays, including four world premieres by Lisa D'Amour, Yussef El Guindi, Beth Kander, and Aurin Squire. See photos!

Review: MEASURE FOR MEASURE at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 25, 2026

This beautifully acted and thoughtfully staged  “Measure for Measure” proves there is plenty worth measuring here.

Photos: Ato Blankson-Wood, Amelia Pedlow, and Sam Lilja Star in MEASURE FOR MEASURE at The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026

The Old Globe is presenting William Shakespeare's Measure for Measure as the opening production of its 2026 Summer Shakespeare Festival. Directed by Vivienne Benesch, the production stars Ato Blankson-Wood, Amelia Pedlow, Sam Lilja, and more. Check out photos from the production below.

The Contemporary American Theater Festival to Present Five New Plays, Four World Premieres, and More in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026

The Contemporary American Theater Festival announced full casts and creative teams for its 2026 mainstage season at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, W. Va., featuring five new plays, including four world premieres.

Review: MRS. CHRISTIE at McCarter-Comedy for Mystery Fans and Many More
by Marina Kennedy - May 12, 2026

Mrs. Christie is the new comedy-mystery on stage at McCarter Theatre Center in their Berlind Theatre.

Ato Blankson-Wood, Sam Lilja and More to Star in MEASURE FOR MEASURE at The Old Globe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026

The Old Globe has revealed the full cast and creative team for William Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. Vivienne Benesch directs a cast of 21 in this timeless Shakespeare classic.

Video: THE WIZARD OF OZ At Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

Children's Theatre Company in Minneapolis has released the first trailer for its upcoming production of THE WIZARD OF OZ, offering an early look at the classic story on stage.

THE WIZARD OF OZ Heads Into Rehearsals at Children’s Theatre Company Production
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026

Children’s Theatre Company has announced the full cast and creative team for THE WIZARD OF OZ in Minneapolis. The production, directed by Rick Dildine, will run on the UnitedHealth Group Stage.

Review: FIRES, OHIO at Alliance Theatre
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - Mar 16, 2026

On the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre, FIRES, OHIO by Beth Hyland and directed by Marissa Wolf is the well-deserved winner of the 22nd Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition.

Cast and Creative Team Set For THE WIZARD OF OZ at Children's Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

Children’s Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz, based on the classic motion picture.

Cast and Creative Team Set for FIRES, OHIO at The Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition continues to spotlight the best emerging playwrights with a full production for the 22nd competition winner: Fires, Ohio.

Review: SOMEWHERE at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - Dec 20, 2025

What did our critic think of SOMEWHERE at Guthrie Theater?

Photos: First Look at SOMEWHERE AT Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025

Get a first look at photos of Guthrie's SOMEWHERE, a laugh-out-loud love letter to Broadway, showcasing a heartfelt story of a family born for the stage.

Video: First Look At Guthrie's SOMEWHERE
by Joshua Wright - Dec 16, 2025

Get a first look at Guthrie's SOMEWHERE, a laugh-out-loud love letter to Broadway, showcasing a heartfelt story of a family born for the stage. The production runs through Sunday, February 1 on the McGuire Proscenium Stage. 

Cast Set for Matthew López's SOMEWHERE at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Somewhere, written by Tony Award-winning playwright Matthew López and directed by Joseph Haj.

Oregon Shakespeare Announces Cast for COME FROM AWAY, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, and More
by Gillian Blum - Oct 18, 2025

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announced select casing and creative teams for its 2026 season's productions, including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, COME FROM AWAY, and more.

Harriet Spencer, Aniya Bostick and More Will Star in THE WIZARD OF OZ at Children’s Theatre Company
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC)has just announced the first cast and creative team members for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz, based on the classic motion picture. We have all of the details here!

Claybourne Elder, BUDDY, and More Set for Upcoming Cape Playhouse Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025

The Cape Playhouse will launch its summer season on June 4 with the transformative power of music through the enduring legacy of rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Buddy Holly in BUDDY: The Buddy Holly Story. Learn more about the upcoming productions!

Photos: THE CONFEDERATES at Playmakers Repertory Company
by Emmy Rice - Mar 8, 2025

Photos have just been released for Playmakers Repertory Company's production of The Confederates. Check here for all the photos and details of the show.