Mary Frances

Workshop of CODE RED Comes to Mosaic Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

Mosaic Theater Company will present a workshop for CODE RED, a new play that illuminates day-to-day life in an environment perpetually alert—the American public school system.

Heritage Theatre 2025�"2026 Season to Feature Julian “Junior” Marvin, Tower of Power and More
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2025

Campbell’s historic Heritage Theatre will present an international lineup of acclaimed concerts and performances during its 2025–2026 season. The season will feature reggae icon Julian “Junior” Marvin with The Legendary Wailers, funk and soul innovators Tower of Power, country star Easton Corbin, and Celtic legends Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy with the Celtic All Stars.

THE SECRET GARDEN Comes to Golden West College
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025

The Golden West College Theater Arts Department, under the direction of Martie Ramm, will present the Tony Award-winning musical The Secret Garden.

The City Of Fairfax Theatre Company Presents MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2024

The Classic Theatre of San Antonio announced its production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, set to run from November 10 to December 3, 2023. The play will be directed by Kelly Hilliard Roush.

Full Cast Set For JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK Starring J. Smith-Cameron and Mark Rylance
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024

The full cast has been announced for the new production of Seán O'Casey's timeless masterpiece, Juno and the Paycock, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus.

Opera Saratoga to Hold 2024 Gala At Canfield Casino in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2024

Opera Saratoga's 2024 Gala, themed 'Season of Winners,' will be held at the historic Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs on June 9, 2024.

National Asian American Theatre Co. Announces New National Partners and Upcoming Productions for 2024-'25
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2024

NAATCO partners with new organizations to increase Asian American representation in the arts and has announced upcoming Off-Broadway productions.

Music Worcester Welcomes Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy to the Hanover Theatre in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024

Music Worcester welcomes back Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy back to Worcester to perform at The Hanover Theatre on March 9.  

THE COST OF INHERITANCE: AN AMERICA REFRAMED SPECIAL Coming to PBS In January
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2023

Directed by Emmy® nominee Yoruba Richen (The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks), The Cost of Inheritance: An America ReFramed Special presents a nuanced view of the key issues, scope, and rationale of the reparations debate from a number of perspectives. The film documents communities seeking to make amends for economic inequalities.

BaCA Exhibition, Roots of an Identity, Celebrates Latin American Heritage
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA) and Latin American Art Pavilion (LAAP) will present the meticulously curated exhibition, Roots of an Identity. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

NAATCO Names Mona Moriya as Managing Producer, Expanding Leadership Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2023

NAATCO has appointed Mona Moriya as its new Managing Producer. With her extensive experience, Moriya will play a vital role in driving growth and innovation at the New York Asian American Theatre Company, enhancing its creative direction and operations. Learn more about NAATCO's exciting new addition and their plans for the future.

Hansol Jung's Modern Verse Translation of ROMEO AND JULIET to Begin Performances Off-Broadway This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

NAATCO will begin performances for the Off-Broadway premiere of Hansol Jung’s modern verse translation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the classic tale of star-crossed lovers.  Jung will co-direct Romeo and Juliet with Dustin Wills.

NAATCO Presents Off-Broadway Premiere Of ROMEO AND JULIET By Hansol Jung
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2023

Mia Katigbak, actor-manager and co-founder of NAATCO, has announced the details for the Off-Broadway premiere of Hansol Jung’s modern verse translation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the classic tale of star-crossed love. 

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Create a Musical 'Canvas' with New Studio Album
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2023

Rock, pop, Latin and classical influences come to the fore on the new material of mostly original melodies. Guests include Rhiannon Giddens (“Woman of the House”), Yo-Yo Ma (“So You Love”) Brian Finnegan (“Colour Theory”)—and, on “Choo Choo,” their 17-year-old daughter Mary Frances Leahy.

Emmy-Nominated Actress J. Smith-Cameron to Receive the 'Canopy Award' at This Year's North Fork TV Festival
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2022

 J. currently stars as a series regular on the acclaimed HBO series SUCCESSION, which will soon begin production on its fourth season. Her portrayal of “Gerri Kellman,” Waystar Royco’s General Counsel, garnered J. a Critics Choice Award nomination and has quickly become a fan favorite in the Emmy® Award-winning series. 

REFUGE Explores Pandemic's Impact on Sibling Bonds Hollywood Fringe Festival Play Previews, June 3
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2022

Refuge, the new play from playwright Mary Frances Noser premiering  on June 3 at the Los Angeles LGBT center, tackles themes of  duty, love, forgiveness, safety and family  through the prism of a pair of fraternal twins surviving a pandemic of deadly bugs.