Luna Stage

Review: QUEEN OF THE NIGHT at Luna Stage in West Orange-Poignant and Appealing
by Marina Kennedy - May 28, 2024

'Queen of the Night' written by travis tate and directed by Luca Pinner is billed as “a story of queerness, Blackness, masculinity and the challenges of camping with family.” It will definitely appeal to a broad audience.  

Adrian Baidoo & Roy Jackson to Star in QUEEN OF THE NIGHT at Luna Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024

Adrian Baidoo, known for his role in Broadway's THE INHERITANCE, and Roy Jackson from the American Conservatory Theatre, are set to star in Luna Stage's upcoming production, QUEEN OF THE NIGHT.

Dramatists Legal Defense Fund Responds To Mid-Show Cancellation of High School Production
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2024

Dramatists Legal Defense Fund has released a statement regarding the mid-show cancellation of a play at Montclair High School.

Pushcart Players Perform 'Lift Every Voice: A Letter to the Editor' This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024

Pushcart Players will present “Lift Every Voice: A Letter to the Editor” on February 22 the The Levoy Theatre in Millville, NJ. Learn more about the performance and find out how to attend here!

Lesli Margherita to Join Tony Danza & More in RADIO GALAXY Industry Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2024

Radio Galaxy, a new play by Michele Aldin Kushner, will be performed at invitation-only readings on Friday, February 2 at 11:00am and 2:00pm at the New York Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center.

Luna Stage to Present World Premiere of RIFT OR WHITE LIES by Gabriel Jason Dean
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2024

Luna Stage will present the World Premiere of RIFT or White Lies by Gabriel Jason Dean, directed by Ari Laura Kreith,  February 8-March 3, 2024.

BEST OF NJ ENTERTAINMENT in 2023
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 27, 2023

All of our readers agree that New Jersey entertainment is some of the very best. There are opportunities to see top shows in every part of the state with fine professional theaters, performing arts centers, and community playhouses.

Luna Stage to Present Regional Premiere of TRICH Written And Performed By Becca Schneider
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023

TRICH, written and performed by Becca Schneider, is coming to Luna Stage. This smart, funny play explores Schneider's journey with trichotillomania, a disorder in the OCD family.

Industry Reading Of Tennyson Bardwell's New Play GLASS HOUSES Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2022

A stage reading of Tennyson Bardwell's new play Glass Houses will be held at The Players Theatre on June 21st on 115 MacDougal Street in Greenwich Village at 7pm.

Photos: Get A First Look At THE GIANT VOID IN MY SOUL At Luna Stage
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2022

The Giant Void In My Soul runs at Luna Stage through May 22. Get a first look at the production below.

Ensemble Studio Theatre & the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Announce the 2022 First Light Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2022

ENSEMBLE STUDIO THEATRE along with The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation have announced the lineup for the 2022 First Light Festival, part of the EST/Sloan Project to develop plays exploring science and technology.  

Luna Stage Re-Opens MainStage With Nikkole Salter's TORN ASUNDER
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2022

Luna Stage will reopen for in-person performances on their MainStage on March 11th, exactly two years after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the temporary closure of their building. The first event in the main space of the professional regional theatre will be a reading of long-term collaborator Nikkole Salter's play Torn Asunder on March 11th and 12th at 8pm, followed by a conversation with the playwright.

Pushcart Players Artistic Director Will Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORROS at Short North Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2022

Pushcart Players artistic director, Paul Whelihan will be performing the role of Mr. Mushnik in the Short North Stage production of “Little Shop of Horrors.” This sci-fi, cult-hit musical comedy will play from March 17 through April 16 at the Garden Theater in Columbus, OH.

Luna Stage Reschedules #RIFT Part 2: The Live Experience
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2022

In response to Essex County's current high COVID numbers, Luna Stage has made the decision to reschedule its in-person production of #RIFT Part 2: The Live Experience by Gabriel Jason Dean. Originally slated for February, #RIFT Part 2 will now take place in April. In January and February, Luna will launch additional cycles of #RIFT Part 1: A Play Over Text Message. Audience members can sign up for this free virtual experience at www.lunastage.org/rift.

Premiere Stages at Kean University Announces 2022 Bauer Boucher Playwriting Award Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022

Premiere Stages, the professional theatre company in residence at Kean University, has named current Kean University student Jennifer Pillaga (Class of ’22) and alumnus Elaine Insinnia (Class of ‘68 ) as the winners of the 2022 Bauer Boucher Playwriting Awards, named for longtime donors W. John Bauer and Nancy Boucher.

The Road Theatre Company Announces Return to Live Performances With Three Plays in Repertory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2021

THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY has announced its return to live performances with three plays performing in repertory. THE PLAY YOU WANT, written by Bernardo Cubria and directed by Michael John Garcés, will begin previews on Tuesday, February 8; will open on Friday, February 11 at 8pm and run through Sunday, March 27.

Pushcart Players Adds Virtual Performances of MIRACLES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2021

Pushcart Players, New Jersey’s Emmy nominated and award-winning touring theater for young audiences has added a week of virtual performances of “Holiday Tales - A Season of Miracles” in on-line presentations through December 31st.

Pushcart Players Presents Virtual HOLIDAY TALES This Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2021

Pushcart Players, New Jersey's Emmy nominated and award-winning touring theater for young audiences presents “Holiday Tales - A Season of Miracles” in virtual on-line presentations throughout December. This magical musical warms the hearts of family audiences with the true spirit of the year-end holidays of Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanzaa, and families can view the production from the comfort of their homes.

HOLIDAY TALES - A SEASON OF MIRACLES Will Be Performed Virtually by Pushcart Players
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021

Pushcart Players, New Jersey's Emmy nominated and award-winning touring theater for young audiences presents “Holiday Tales - A Season of Miracles” in virtual on-line presentations in late November and December. This magical musical warms the hearts of family audiences with the true spirit of the December holidays of Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanzaa, and families can view the production from the comfort of their homes.

Aurway Repertory Theatre Presents... 'Musicals In Concert: Wish List' This Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021

Aurway Repertory Theatre has a special treat, just in time for the holiday season. They're back with another edition of their series “Musicals in Concert”, this time featuring the music and story of, Wish List, written by playwright & director, Kathy D. Harrison.