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Mark Twain

Also Credited As: Samuel Clemens

Date of Death: April 21, 1910 (74)

Birth Place: Florida, MO, USA

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Review: FLASHES OF LIGHT at Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Jun 5, 2025

A dopey story combined with campy acting, an uninteresting score and a general air of corniness halt this sloppy mashup of history and mythology in its tracks.
Richard Thomas in Hal Holbrook's MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! And More Set for Bass Performance Hall 2025-2026 Popular Entertainment Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025

Bass Performance Hall will welcome six new shows to Fort Worth as part of the Irwin Steel Popular Entertainment Series. This lineup sees the return of many Fort Worth favorites with a variety of musical genres, plus an evening of drama and comedy.
Piper Theatre's Alumni-Led REWIND FESTIVAL To Debut This June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

The artists leading Rewind Festival 2025 were once the kids in the wings. Now they return, not to look back, but to push forward-with new musicals, soul-deep plays, and a raw, riotous energy that feels unmistakably Piper. Learn more about the festival!
Frank Ferrante to Celebrate 40th Year Portraying Groucho Marx at Teatro ZinZanni
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Laurence Olivier nominated actor, Frank Ferrante, will mark his 40th consecutive year in the role of comedy legend Groucho Marx with a staged performance of An Evening With Groucho at Chicago‘s Teatro ZinZanni.
Jay Leno Will Perform Live at the Warner Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025

 The Warner Theatre has announced that the legendary Jay Leno will be performing live in November. Learn more about the upcoming performance and how to get tickets here!
STEREOPHONIC, MRS. DOUBTFIRE And More Set for State Theatre New Jersey 2025-26 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

State Theatre New Jersey has announced its 2025-26 Broadway Season, featuring seven fantastic shows. The 2025-26 Season will feature Tony Award-winning hits, Broadway fan favorites, and multiple State Theatre debuts.
16th American Natya Festival and American Natya Idol Competition Returns In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Soorya Performing Arts will present the 16th American Natya Festival, June 13th-15th at Clayton High School Auditorium (#1 Mark Twain Circle, Saint Louis, MO 63105).
FLASHES OF LIGHT Will Premiere at Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025

The historic Sierra Madre Playhouse will present the world premiere of Flashes of Light, a new musical by Billy Larkin and Ron Boustead about visionary inventor Nikola Tesla and his muse, Electra, the powerful goddess of storm clouds.
Video: Netflix Releases Trailer for Conan O'Brien Mark Twain Prize Special
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2025

Netflix has shared the trailer for Conan O'Brien: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, a special celebrating O'Brien as the recipient of the prestigious award. Watch it now!
Burning Coal Theatre Presents KIDSWRITE! Festival 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2025

Since 2008, Burning Coal Theatre Company's KidsWrite! Festival has been a celebration of one-act plays written by 6th-12th graders residing in North Carolina.
Burning Coal Will Host KidsWrite! Festival 2025
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025

After reviewing this year's submissions, Burning Coal Theatre has announced the finalist scripts and directors for KidsWrite! 2025. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
MJ, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and More Set For Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
Celebrity Attractions Announces 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 16, 2025

Celebrity Attractions is proud to announce the 2025-2026 Broadway Season, one that isn’t just another Broadway season.  It’s a lineup of legends. From the magic of WICKED to the moves of MJ, the mischief of ELF The Musical to the heart of MRS. DOUBTFIRE and wit of MARK TWAIN TONIGHT—every show is a must-see!
HAPPY GILMORE Returning to Theaters Ahead of Sequel Film
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025

Universal Pictures has announced the nationwide theatrical re-release of Happy Gilmore, the beloved 1996 sports comedy starring Adam Sandler as a failed hockey player turned golf sensation.
Composers Concordance to Present STRING QUARTET +
by Emmy Rice - Apr 13, 2025

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 7pm at Cossin Theater in Chinatown, Composers Concordance will present the concert event entitled 'String Quartet +.' Check here for more details!
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers to Star in THE JOURNALS OF ADAM & EVE Benefit Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Rubicon Theatre Company will present a special benefit reading of The Journals of Adam & Eve—a hilarious and thought-provoking new comedy from 9-time Emmy Award-winner Ed. Weinberger. Learn how to attend.
Review: #CHARLOTTESVILLE at Keegan Theatre
by David Friscic - Mar 25, 2025

When I walked into the Keegan Theatre Saturday evening to see the galvanizing play #Charlottesville, I noticed two changes since I reviewed this play at the Capital Fringe Festival one year and eight months ago: this play is no longer about one portentous and isolated incident but, rather, this play is a succinct encapsulation of an incident that is a mirror of what is going on in society at the present time. 
Photos: Conan O’Brien Honored with Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2025

On Sunday, March 23, the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor celebrated Conan O'Brien at the Kennedy Center. The lineup of performers included Nikki Glaser, Will Ferrell, John Mulaney, and more. Take a look at photos from the evening!
Emmy Winner Richard Thomas To Star In MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! North American Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025

Emmy-Award winning actor Richard Thomas will star in a new production of Mark Twain Tonight! on stages across North America, beginning in the 2025-2026 season.
Chicago Humanities Will Host Spring 2025 Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

This spring, Chicago Humanities will invite audiences to dive into a season of bold ideas, riveting conversations, and cultural exploration at over 40 events kicking off in March and running through mid-June.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Mark Twain written?

Mark Twain has written 11 shows including The Prince and the Pauper (Source Material), A Yankee At The Court Of King Arthur (Source Material), Livin' the Life (Source Material), Maggie May (Author), The Apple Tree (Source Material), The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Source Material), Pudd'nhead Wilson (Source Material), The Prince and the Pauper (Source Material), Big River (Source Material), MARK-TWAIN-TONIGHT (Source Material), Is He Dead? (Playwright).

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