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Photos: Jodi Benson and Marcia Mitzman Gaven Join the Cast of PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The four-time extended Off-Broadway play Pen Pals welcomes Disney Legend Jodi Benson and Tony Nominee Marcia Mitzman Gaven. Check out photos of them in the show here!

Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman's IT’S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY to Have Industry Reading This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman’s new musical, It’s Kind of a Funny Story, is coming to New York for a special industry presentation as the project continues its path toward full production.

Photos: Carmen Cusack and Gina Torres in PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Carmen Cusack and Gina Torres are now starring in the Off-Broadway hit Pen Pals, as Bernie and Mags, at the DR2 Theatre. They continue through March 1. Check out photos here!

Photos: Randy Graff and Beth Leavel in PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

All new photos have been released of Randy Graff and Beth Leavel as Bernie and Mags in the off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. They will star in the show through Feb 1. Check out the photos below!

Sharon Lawrence & Maureen McCormack Return To PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026

The producers of the four-time extended Off-Broadway hit Pen Pals will welcome back  Sharon Lawrence and Maureen McCormack in an encore performance as Bernie and Mags through January 18  at the DR2 Theatre.

PEN PALS Extends for a Fourth and Final Time Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

Pen Pals will present its fourth and final extension, along with an expanded roster of performers. The Off-Broadway play will now continue its run at the DR2 Theatre.

Photos: Sharon Lawrence and Maureen McCormick in PEN PALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Sharon Lawrence (NYPD Blue) and Maureen McCormick (Brady Bunch) continue the journey of friendship as they start in  Pen Pals, at the DR2 Theatre. Get a first look at photos from the production.

Listen: Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman's IT’S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Center Stage Records has released the EP featuring three selections from It’s Kind of a Funny Story: A New Musical in streaming and digital formats today, Friday, November 14. It’s Kind of a Funny Story features music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini and book by two-time Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman.

THIS PURPLE F**KING POT to Have Pop-Up Performances at a Secret Midtown Office Space
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

Glengarry Glen Ross meets The Office in This Purple F**king Pot, written by Andrew Moorhead and directed by Jordan Goodsell, is getting a special limited Pop-Up, site-specific presentation at an undisclosed Midtown Office Space. 

Wayne Brady, Amalia Yoo and More to Star in WITHOUT WALLS Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2025

An invite-only industry presentation will take place for WITHOUT WALLS, a newly rediscovered and revised play by Pulitzer, Tony & Academy Award–winning Alfred Uhry. Learn more!

Kathleen Chalfant and Ellen McLaughlin Will Lead PEN PALS at DR2
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025

Following its acclaimed Off-Broadway premiere, producer Lisa Dozier Shacket has announced the return of Pen Pals this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement.

LDK Productions Unveils Promotions of Michael and Logan DeWitt
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

 LDK Productions, a leader in artist-centered theatrical management and production, has revealed two promotions within the company. Learn more about the changes being made here!

​LDK Productions Launches LDK Writers' Residency at Cam Studios For Playwrights and Composers
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025

 LDK Productions has announced the creation of the LDK Writers’ Residency @ CAM Studios for Playwrights and Composers, a bold new initiative designed to support the development of original plays and musicals.

Photos: PEN PALS Celebrates Opening Night At DR2 Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025

Pen Pals officially opened its strictly limited engagement at the DR2 Theatre this week, and BroadwayWorld has your first look at photos from the celebration.

Photos: PEN PALS Opening Night Starring Nancy McKeon and Gail Winar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025

Pen Pals has returned this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. See photos from opening night here and learn more about the production.

Top Off-Broadway Shows for August 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 1, 2025

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for August 2025! See the list of BroadwayWorld's top shows here!

Sharna Burgess, Paige Davis and More Join PEN PALS at DR2 Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

Pen Pals Off-Broadway has revealed new additions to the rotating cast: Sharna Burgess and Paige Davis, plus more! See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

James Monroe Iglehart, Julia Murney and More to Star in IT’S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025

Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman’s irreverent and heartfelt new musical, It’s Kind of a Funny Story, will get a special workshop presentation at Vassar’s Powerhouse Theatre. See who is starring and learn more!

James Monroe Iglehart, Ann Harada and More to Star in Vassar College 39th Powerhouse Theater Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Vassar College has revealed initial cast members for the 39th Powerhouse Theater Season. Among the standouts include Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart and more. Learn more about the season here!

PEN PALS to Return to DR2 with a Rotating Cast Featuring Kathleen Chalfant, Kate Burton and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Following its Off-Broadway premiere, Pen Pals will return this summer at the DR2 Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.