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2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT Celebrated Tonya Pinkins, Bonnie Comley and Stewart F. Lane
by Gillian Blum - Feb 15, 2026

Despite sub-zero temperatures, a nearly full house of theater lovers braved the cold to come together for a warm celebration at Green Room 42 in Manhattan, on Sunday, February 8.

Theater Resources Unlimited Shares Updated Cast And Honorees For 2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026

Theater Resources Unlimited has announced updated casting and honorees for its upcoming TRU Love Benefit. The annual fundraiser will celebrate leaders in theater production, digital access, and humanitarian advocacy.

Theater Resources Unlimited To Announce Cast And Honorees For 2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026

Theater Resources Unlimited will present its 2026 TRU Love Benefit honoring leaders and artists from the theater community. The event will feature performances by Broadway veterans and emerging artists, along with awards recognizing artistic and humanitarian contributions.

Review: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY at The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ-Simply Wonderful
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 10, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) continues their successful 2024 Season with a gem of a production, Jane Austin’s, 'Sense and Sensibility' now through September 22nd. The show is impeccably directed by Nisi Sturgis and features a marvelous cast.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey to Present Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will present Sense and Sensibility at their F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the campus of Drew University beginning September 4, 2024.

Kelli O'Hara, Denée Benton, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More Featured in Audible Theater Originals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2022

Audible Inc. has announced a new slate of four Audible Theater titles. In addition to presenting thrilling live performances at the Minetta Lane Theatre in Greenwich Village, audio plays are a staple of Audible Theater's programming, which continues to deliver the theater experience to millions of listeners around the world.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2022

A Raisin in the Sun has officially opened at The Public Theater! Written by Lorraine Hansberry and directed by Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara, this revival marks Hansberry's Public Theater debut as the theater's Astor Place home celebrates its 55th season producing work by groundbreaking artists. See photos from opening night here!

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On A RAISIN IN THE SUN Starring Tonya Pinkins, Francois Battiste & More
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2022

The Public Theater's revival of A Raisin In The Sun written by Lorraine Hansberry and directed by Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara, is officially open at The Public Theater! See what the critics had to say!

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Postpones Opening Night
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2022

A Raisin in the Sun has postponed its opening night to October 25 due to COVID-related performance cancellations last week.

Photos: First Look at Tonya Pinkins, Francois Battiste & More in A RAISIN IN THE SUN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2022

The Public Theater's revival of A RAISIN IN THE SUN written by Lorraine Hansberry and directed by Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara, now in previews, will officially open on Wednesday, October 19, and run through Sunday, November 6. Get a first look at photos here!

Lorraine Hansberry Statue 'To Sit A While' to Return to New York at Astor Place During A RAISIN IN THE SUN Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2022

During A RAISIN IN THE SUN’s preview performances through Opening Night, theatergoers will be able to visit To Sit A While, a statue of Lorraine Hansberry by sculptor Alison Saar, at Astor Place.

Photos: See Tonya Pinkins, Francois Battiste & More in Rehearsals for A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2022

A Raisin in the Sun, featuring Tonya Pinkins as Lena Younger, Francois Battiste as Walter Lee Younger, and more will begin performances in the Newman Theater with a Joseph Papp Free Performance on Tuesday, September 27 and will run through Sunday, November 6. See rehearsal photos here!

Francois Battiste, Tonya Pinkins & More to Star in A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2022

The Public Theater has announced casting for the upcoming revival of A RAISIN IN THE SUN written by Lorraine Hansberry and directed by Tony Award nominee Robert O’Hara. The cast of A RAISIN IN THE SUN will include Francois Battiste (Walter Lee Younger), Tonya Pinkins (Lena Younger), and more.

Podcast Academy Unveils Nominees for Inaugural Awards for Excellence in Audio
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 4, 2021

The ceremony will be streamed LIVE on YouTube, Twitch and other platforms on Sunday, May 16, 2021 from Los Angeles, CA at 5PM PT/8PM ET, with a pre-show starting at 4:30PM PT/7:30PM ET. 

THE TWO PRINCES Podcast Starring Noah Galvin and Ari'el Stachel Returns for Third Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2020

Today, Gimlet | A Spotify Studio announced that the hit fantasy adventure podcast "The Two Princes," starring Noah Galvin (Booksmart, Dear Evan Hansen) and Ari'el Stachel (The Band's Visit) will return for its third season on Tuesday, Oct. 20. All seven episodes of the new season will be available to stream at launch.

FIAF Announces Programs with Melissa Errico & Adam Gopnik, Molière in the Park and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2020

This fall the French Institute Alliance Française, New York's premier French-language center, will continue to present a line-up of thought-provoking cross-cultural virtual events, featuring an array of world-renowned artists, writers, thinkers, and presenters from across film, live music, theater, performance, animated storytelling, and more.

Gimlet Podcast Announces Fall Slate Featuring Ali Stroker, Alan Cumming, Noah Galvin, Daphne Rubin Vega, & More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 13, 2019

Gimlet has announced their fall slate of new and returning fiction podcasts has been released by Gimlet, featuring Broadway stars such as Ali Stroker, Alan Cumming, Noah Galvin, Daphne Rubin Vega, and Ari'el Stachel.

BWW Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at Williamstown Theatre Festival Breathes New Life into An American Classic
by Marc Savitt - Jul 2, 2019

Directed by Obie Award winner Robert O'Hara, Hansberry's fearless interrogation of hope in the face of racial and economic strife is as provocative and powerful today as when it premiered. In the hands of this talented team, the issues the younger family faces transcend traditional lines and distinctions. Their challenges and aspirations are those found in just about any household.

Moliere In The Park's Inaugural Season Opens Tonight
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2019

Moliere in the Park, presented in partnership with the Prospect Park Alliance and the LeFrak Center at Lakeside, inaugural season opens tonight!

Moliere In The Park Announces Full Cast for Inaugural Season
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019

Moliere in the Park, presented in partnership with the Prospect Park Alliance and the LeFrak Center at Lakeside, has announced its full cast for its inaugural season. The three-day event begins with the company launch and fundraiser on Saturday, May 18 at 7pm, followed by two free staged public readings of two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Richard Wilbur's translation of Moliere's THE MISANTHROPE, directed by Moliere in the Park's Founding Artistic Director Lucie Tiberghien, with original songs by Tony and two-time Obie Award winner Stew, on Sunday, May 19 at 7pm and Monday, May 20 at 7pm.