Lightning Rod Special
Latest News on Lightning Rod Special:
FOREIGNER to Make UK Premiere at Summerhall During Edinburgh Festival Fringe (May 26, 2026)
Interview: Taibi Magar of WILDERNESS GENERATION at Philadelphia Theatre Company (May 13, 2026)
Summerhall Arts Reveals Final 30 Shows Of 2026 Festival Programme (May 6, 2026)
FOREIGNER to Make UK Premiere at Summerhall During Edinburgh Festival Fringe (May 26, 2026)
Interview: Taibi Magar of WILDERNESS GENERATION at Philadelphia Theatre Company (May 13, 2026)
Summerhall Arts Reveals Final 30 Shows Of 2026 Festival Programme (May 6, 2026)
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Lightning Rod Special's Co- Artistic Director Alice Yorke, Lightning Rod Special's Co- Artistic Director Scott R. Sheppard, Danny Wilfred, Katie Gould, Jaime Maseda, Brett Ashley Robinson, Lee Minora, Alex Bechtel
Date:
01/20/2023
From: Photos: Celia Keenan Bolger, Sara Bareilles, and More Attend Opening Night of THE APPOINTMENT
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Video: Jessica Phillips Sings 'Drunk Iliad' from PENELOPE at Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-29 17:22:37
24-Hour, Neighborhood Play Festival AFTER LAST CALL... to Benefit Rainbow Railroad
by BWW
News Desk - 2017-10-07 01:30:00
24-Hour, Neighborhood Play Festival AFTER LAST CALL... to Benefit Rainbow Railroad
by BWW News Desk - 2017-08-25 11:14:53
News
FOREIGNER to Make UK Premiere at Summerhall During Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The Koan Brothers will present FOREIGNER, an anti-identity clown show by Iranian-American performer Sohrab Haghverdi, at Summerhall's Old Lab during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The show explores immigration, identity, and deportation.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The Koan Brothers will present FOREIGNER, an anti-identity clown show by Iranian-American performer Sohrab Haghverdi, at Summerhall's Old Lab during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The show explores immigration, identity, and deportation.
Interview: Taibi Magar of WILDERNESS GENERATION at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Taylor Shiley - May 13, 2026
We sat down to discuss everything from Philadelphia Theatre Company to the world premiere of Pulitzer-Prize winner James Ijames' new play, Wilderness Generation.
by Taylor Shiley - May 13, 2026
We sat down to discuss everything from Philadelphia Theatre Company to the world premiere of Pulitzer-Prize winner James Ijames' new play, Wilderness Generation.
Summerhall Arts Reveals Final 30 Shows Of 2026 Festival Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Summerhall Arts announced its final 30 shows for its 2026 festival, including an 80-seat Sauna Theatre, Shaparak Khorsandi's debut play KISMET, Hannah Maxwell's new show, and productions from Francesca Moody Productions and theatregoose.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Summerhall Arts announced its final 30 shows for its 2026 festival, including an 80-seat Sauna Theatre, Shaparak Khorsandi's debut play KISMET, Hannah Maxwell's new show, and productions from Francesca Moody Productions and theatregoose.
RHEOLOGY To Make West Coast Premiere At Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 17, 2026
Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater (REDCAT) will present RHEOLOGY by Obie and Whiting Award-winning writer and director Shayok Misha Chowdhury. Learn more here!
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 17, 2026
Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater (REDCAT) will present RHEOLOGY by Obie and Whiting Award-winning writer and director Shayok Misha Chowdhury. Learn more here!
Summerhall Arts Reveals 36 Shows of 2026 Festival Programme Including Xhloe & Natasha, Adam Riches, and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
Home of boundary-pushing performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, arts charity and year-round cultural hub Summerhall Arts has announced 36 more shows of the 2026 instalment of its renowned festival programme.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
Home of boundary-pushing performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, arts charity and year-round cultural hub Summerhall Arts has announced 36 more shows of the 2026 instalment of its renowned festival programme.
2026 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award Finalists Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026
The American Theatre Critics/Journalists Association revealed six finalists for the 2026 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of NYC in 2025.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026
The American Theatre Critics/Journalists Association revealed six finalists for the 2026 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of NYC in 2025.
The Wilma Theater Launches Digital Presentation of Cabaret Show POOR JUDGE
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Following the in-person run, Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater has launched the digital presentation of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026
Following the in-person run, Philadelphia-based theater company The Wilma Theater has launched the digital presentation of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production.
POOR JUDGE is Now Playing at the Wilma Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Wilma Theater is presenting the return of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production, a dance-theater cabaret set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Aimee Mann.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Wilma Theater is presenting the return of the Barrymore Award-winning production, Poor Judge – A Pig Iron Production, a dance-theater cabaret set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Aimee Mann.
The Civilians Reveals 16th Annual R&D Group & 2025/26 Next Forever Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025
The Civilians has revealed its 25th anniversary season, featuring the newest members of its R&D Group and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025
The Civilians has revealed its 25th anniversary season, featuring the newest members of its R&D Group and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
WALDEN Comes to InterAct Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2025
InterAct Theatre Company will continue its tradition of bold, timely storytelling with the Philadelphia premiere of WALDEN by Amy Berryman, directed by InterAct's Producing Artistic Director Seth Rozin with assistant Director Lisi Levy.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2025
InterAct Theatre Company will continue its tradition of bold, timely storytelling with the Philadelphia premiere of WALDEN by Amy Berryman, directed by InterAct's Producing Artistic Director Seth Rozin with assistant Director Lisi Levy.
Alex Bechtel's PENELOPE Will Return to Joe's Pub For Live Album Recording Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025
Following productions at Hudson Valley Shakespeare, Signature Theatre in DC, and Theatre Horizon/Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Alex Bechtel's Penelope will return to Joe's Pub.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025
Following productions at Hudson Valley Shakespeare, Signature Theatre in DC, and Theatre Horizon/Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Alex Bechtel's Penelope will return to Joe's Pub.
![THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [REVISED AGAIN] at Gre Photo](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpiccloud/200200-8386e6f160c44170cc3cac896ea5aca5.jpg)
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [REVISED AGAIN] at Gretna Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jun 1, 2025
This summer, Gretna Theatre sets the stage for Shakespearean mayhem as it presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [revised again] - a laugh-out-loud comedy featuring all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in under 100 minutes.
by Emmy Rice - Jun 1, 2025
This summer, Gretna Theatre sets the stage for Shakespearean mayhem as it presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [revised again] - a laugh-out-loud comedy featuring all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in under 100 minutes.
World Premiere of SPACE OPERA Launches in Philadelphia
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
Philadelphia-based and worker-owned Obvious Agency premieres its newest production, Space Opera, a “playable theater” and sci-fi/fantasy game for building empowered community.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
Philadelphia-based and worker-owned Obvious Agency premieres its newest production, Space Opera, a “playable theater” and sci-fi/fantasy game for building empowered community.
SPACE OPERA Comes to Philly This June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
Philadelphia-based and worker-owned Obvious Agency will premiere its newest production, Space Opera, a “playable theater” and sci-fi/fantasy game for building empowered community.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
Philadelphia-based and worker-owned Obvious Agency will premiere its newest production, Space Opera, a “playable theater” and sci-fi/fantasy game for building empowered community.
The Bushwick Starr to Present World Premiere of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's RHEOLOGY
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025
The Bushwick Starr is partnering with HERE Arts Center and Ma-Yi Theater Company to present the world premiere of Rheology, written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Shayok Misha Chowdhury.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025
The Bushwick Starr is partnering with HERE Arts Center and Ma-Yi Theater Company to present the world premiere of Rheology, written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Shayok Misha Chowdhury.
Philly Theatre Week Will Return in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Theatre Philadelphia has announced the return of Philly Theatre Week 2025. This 10-day celebration will feature over 50 events, showcasing the diverse and dynamic theatre community of the Greater Philadelphia region
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Theatre Philadelphia has announced the return of Philly Theatre Week 2025. This 10-day celebration will feature over 50 events, showcasing the diverse and dynamic theatre community of the Greater Philadelphia region
FRANKLIN'S KEY Comes to Pig Iron Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025
Philadelphia-based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin’s Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025
Philadelphia-based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin’s Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp.
Pig Iron Theatre Co. Presents FRANKLIN'S KEY World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025
The internationally acclaimed, award-winning Philadelphia based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin's Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025
The internationally acclaimed, award-winning Philadelphia based physical theater company Pig Iron Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Franklin's Key, written by Dan Rothenberg and Robert Quillen Camp.
Tickets Now On Sale For The Hearth's World Premiere Of RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024
Explore the world premiere of RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR by Kallan Dana, directed by Sarah Blush, at the Connelly Theater. Follow a father and daughter on a surreal road trip. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024
Explore the world premiere of RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR by Kallan Dana, directed by Sarah Blush, at the Connelly Theater. Follow a father and daughter on a surreal road trip. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Hearth To Present World Premiere Of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024
The Hearth announced the World Premiere of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR, directed by Sarah Blush, running December 2-22 at the Connelly Theater. The play explores a daughter and father's surreal road trip.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024
The Hearth announced the World Premiere of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR, directed by Sarah Blush, running December 2-22 at the Connelly Theater. The play explores a daughter and father's surreal road trip.
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How many shows has Lightning Rod Special written?
Lightning Rod Special has written 1 shows including Underground Railroad Game (Creator).
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