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Alla Ray to Celebrate Album Release with COFFEE & CAKE WITH ALLAY RAY at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2019-11-06 14:42:40
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CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL to Return to Chain Theatre With 80+ Plays
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026
Chain Theatre announced the lineup for its 2026 Chain Summer One-Act Festival, featuring over 80 one-act plays in live performance at 312 West 36th Street, with livestream options and Artist Talkbacks available for select performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026
Chain Theatre announced the lineup for its 2026 Chain Summer One-Act Festival, featuring over 80 one-act plays in live performance at 312 West 36th Street, with livestream options and Artist Talkbacks available for select performances.
LAST DAY To Be Added To Durango Playfest
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 13, 2026
Richard Vetere's dark comedic thriller LAST DAY has been added to the Durango PlayFest lineup, replacing Lyle Kessler's THE GERMAN. Dan Lauria and Ray Abruzzo will star in the Queens cemetery-set play.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 13, 2026
Richard Vetere's dark comedic thriller LAST DAY has been added to the Durango PlayFest lineup, replacing Lyle Kessler's THE GERMAN. Dan Lauria and Ray Abruzzo will star in the Queens cemetery-set play.
THE HENRY CLYDE CANNING MURDER HOUSE to Play Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Playwright Christian Missonak's psychological drama The Henry Clyde Canning Murder House will receive its world premiere at the 8th Annual Durango PlayFest, featuring a cast of stage and screen actors directed by Melissa Firlit.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Playwright Christian Missonak's psychological drama The Henry Clyde Canning Murder House will receive its world premiere at the 8th Annual Durango PlayFest, featuring a cast of stage and screen actors directed by Melissa Firlit.
HAZEL & BEA IN THE IN-BETWEEN to Make World Premiere at Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Columbia MFA playwright Zoe Stanton-Savitz will premiere her queer drama at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Oscar-nominated Patty McCormack and Emmy winner Kathleen Noone, directed by Nikki DiLoreto.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Columbia MFA playwright Zoe Stanton-Savitz will premiere her queer drama at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Oscar-nominated Patty McCormack and Emmy winner Kathleen Noone, directed by Nikki DiLoreto.
THE GERMAN to Make World Premiere at Durango PlayFest
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Two-time Tony nominee Lyle Kessler will premiere his historical drama THE GERMAN at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Victor Slezak, Kip Gilman, and Margaret Ladd, directed by Brendan Burke.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Two-time Tony nominee Lyle Kessler will premiere his historical drama THE GERMAN at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Victor Slezak, Kip Gilman, and Margaret Ladd, directed by Brendan Burke.
A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU to Premiere at 2026 Durango PlayFest
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Playwright John Farmanesh-Bocca will premiere and direct his absurdist comedy A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU at the Durango PlayFest, featuring a cast that includes Wendie Malick, Marg Helgenberger, and Brenda Strong.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Playwright John Farmanesh-Bocca will premiere and direct his absurdist comedy A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU at the Durango PlayFest, featuring a cast that includes Wendie Malick, Marg Helgenberger, and Brenda Strong.
A DEAL PICKED JUST FOR YOU to Make World Premiere at Durango PlayFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
John Farmanesh-Bocca will premiere and direct his absurdist comedy A Deal Picked Just for You at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Wendie Malick, Marg Helgenberger, and Brenda Strong.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
John Farmanesh-Bocca will premiere and direct his absurdist comedy A Deal Picked Just for You at the Durango PlayFest, featuring Wendie Malick, Marg Helgenberger, and Brenda Strong.
Photos: American Theatre of Actors Celebrates 50 Years, Honors Len Cariou & Lyle Kessler
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
The stars aligned as the American Theatre of Actors took over the historic Penn Club to celebrate five decades of artistic revolution. Check out photos below!
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
The stars aligned as the American Theatre of Actors took over the historic Penn Club to celebrate five decades of artistic revolution. Check out photos below!
Submissions Open For Chain Theatre Summer One-Act Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Following the sold-out crowds for the Winter One-Act Festival featuring performances by Ralph Macchio and direction by Jesse Eisenberg, the Chain Theatre is opening submissions for their 2026 summer edition.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
Following the sold-out crowds for the Winter One-Act Festival featuring performances by Ralph Macchio and direction by Jesse Eisenberg, the Chain Theatre is opening submissions for their 2026 summer edition.
THE PITT on Stage: A Guide to the Theater Stars in the Hit Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026
With the Season 2 finale of The Pitt almost here, we have rounded up some of the stage stars who have made regular appearances on the hit series during its first two seasons.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026
With the Season 2 finale of The Pitt almost here, we have rounded up some of the stage stars who have made regular appearances on the hit series during its first two seasons.
Meet the Cast of FALLEN ANGELS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Meet the cast of Fallen Angels here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Meet the cast of Fallen Angels here!
Durango PlayFest 2026 to Feature New American Plays in June
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
Durango PlayFest, set for June 23-28, 2026, will present its eighth season, showcasing new American plays through staged readings and audience-engaged discussions.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
Durango PlayFest, set for June 23-28, 2026, will present its eighth season, showcasing new American plays through staged readings and audience-engaged discussions.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 18, 2026- JUST IN TIME and CHICAGO Break Gross Records and More
by - Mar 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Mar 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
American Theatre of Actors Will Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Gala
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will mark its 50th anniversary with a special gala event, honoring playwright Lyle Kessler and Tony-winning actor Len Cariou with Lifetime Achievement Awards. The celebration is set to take place in New York City, highlighting the contributions of these prominent figures to the theater industry. This milestone event will gather industry professionals and enthusiasts to reflect on the theater's impact over the past five decades.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will mark its 50th anniversary with a special gala event, honoring playwright Lyle Kessler and Tony-winning actor Len Cariou with Lifetime Achievement Awards. The celebration is set to take place in New York City, highlighting the contributions of these prominent figures to the theater industry. This milestone event will gather industry professionals and enthusiasts to reflect on the theater's impact over the past five decades.
ATA to Honor Lyle Kessler and Len Cariou at 50th Anniversary Gala in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will present ATA 50, a golden anniversary celebration and awards ceremony. The black-tie evening will honor playwright and director Lyle Kessler and Tony-winning actor, Len Cariou.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will present ATA 50, a golden anniversary celebration and awards ceremony. The black-tie evening will honor playwright and director Lyle Kessler and Tony-winning actor, Len Cariou.
Playwrights Set For TBTB's TRANSCENDENCY RISING: SHORT PLAYS ABOUT DEFYING LIMITATION
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Theater Breaking Through Barriers will present Transcendency Rising: Short Plays About Defying Limitation, a new evening of original short works by some of the most celebrated voices in American theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Theater Breaking Through Barriers will present Transcendency Rising: Short Plays About Defying Limitation, a new evening of original short works by some of the most celebrated voices in American theatre.
THE APARTMENT SERIES' 3 Plays in 1 Space to Run at IATI Theater
by Gillian Blum - Feb 8, 2026
Frayed Knot Collective's Apartment Series will present a triptych of modern coming-of-age narratives, which will run from February 26- March 1 at IATI Theater located in Manhattan's Downtown Theater District.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 8, 2026
Frayed Knot Collective's Apartment Series will present a triptych of modern coming-of-age narratives, which will run from February 26- March 1 at IATI Theater located in Manhattan's Downtown Theater District.
Mark Consuelos, Christopher Fitzgerald, and More Join FALLEN ANGELS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and design team for the upcoming production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward. Learn more about the full cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and design team for the upcoming production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward. Learn more about the full cast here!
Jesse Eisenberg, Ralph Macchio, Carol Kane, and More Will Headline 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival will feature Jesse Eisenberg, Jose Rivera, Christopher Goutman, and Lyle Kessler, with performances by Ralph Macchio, Cady McClain, and Carol Kane from February 5 to March 1.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival will feature Jesse Eisenberg, Jose Rivera, Christopher Goutman, and Lyle Kessler, with performances by Ralph Macchio, Cady McClain, and Carol Kane from February 5 to March 1.
Kendra Jones' ON BURNSIDE MOUNTAIN is Coming to Chain Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
On Burnside Mountain, a play by Kendra Jones, is set to return to New York City this winter. Directed by Derek Dahmann, the production will be presented as part of the Chain Theatre's Winter One-Act Festival at the Chain Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
On Burnside Mountain, a play by Kendra Jones, is set to return to New York City this winter. Directed by Derek Dahmann, the production will be presented as part of the Chain Theatre's Winter One-Act Festival at the Chain Theatre.
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Lyle Kessler has written 3 shows including The Watering Place (Playwright), Collision (Playwright), Orphans (Playwright).
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