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Latest News on McCarter Theatre:
Folger Theatre Reveals Plays And Playwrights For The Fourth Annual Reading Room Festival (Nov 20, 2025)
Cameron Knight To Star As Ebenezer Scrooge In McCarter Theatre Center’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Nov 20, 2025)
Silkroad To Tour SANCTUARY: THE POWER OF RESONANCE AND RITUAL In March 2026 (Nov 18, 2025)
Folger Theatre Reveals Plays And Playwrights For The Fourth Annual Reading Room Festival (Nov 20, 2025)
Cameron Knight To Star As Ebenezer Scrooge In McCarter Theatre Center’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Nov 20, 2025)
Silkroad To Tour SANCTUARY: THE POWER OF RESONANCE AND RITUAL In March 2026 (Nov 18, 2025)
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Video: Watch the Trailer For 300 PAINTINGS at McCarter Theatre Center
by Michael Major - 2025-10-02 15:25:37
Video: Jasmine Forsberg and Benji Santiago in I & YOU: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-09-18 16:28:25
Video: I’m With Her Performs 'Wild and Clear and Blue' Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-08 16:23:30
Video: Watch Karen Zacarías & Sarah Rasmussen Talk LEGACY OF LIGHT
by Michael Major - 2025-02-20 15:58:27
Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-13 15:50:54
Videos You Missed This Week: SUNSET BOULEVARD, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and More
by Sidney Paterra - 2024-09-20 16:07:38
Exclusive: EMPIRE RECORDS Is Hitting High Notes at the McCarter
by Joey Mervis - 2024-09-18 10:01:20
Video: First Look at GALILEE, 34 by Eleanor Burgess at South Coast Rep
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-03 11:29:01
Video: Go Behind The Scenes of The Sets of DREAMGIRLS at McCarter Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-20 12:41:48
Video: Go Behind The Scenes Of The Dreamgirls Costume Shop For McCarter Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-14 14:48:50
Video: Deidre Staples & Mahkai Dominique on CRUMBS FROM THE TABLE OF JOY at Everyman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-25 12:28:52
VIDEO: Get a First Look at DREAMGIRLS at McCarter Theatre Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-09 17:25:05
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser for MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN at Cleveland Play House
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-05 15:12:43
VIDEO: Ann Harada, Marc delaCruz, Anthony Lee Medina, and More Perform Monologue From OUR TOWN
by Stephi Wild - 2020-07-10 08:43:48
VIDEO: Playwright Emily Mann Talks GLORIA: A LIFE At American Repertory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-01-22 18:32:42
BWW Exclusive: Hear Stage and Screen Star Phylicia Rashad Sing on Disney Junior's THE ROCKETEER
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-21 12:48:37
News
Folger Theatre Reveals Plays And Playwrights For The Fourth Annual Reading Room Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
Folger Theatre at the Folger Shakespeare Library revealed the plays and playwrights for the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, a four-day festival of staged readings, panel discussions, workshops, and community celebrations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
Folger Theatre at the Folger Shakespeare Library revealed the plays and playwrights for the fourth annual Reading Room Festival, a four-day festival of staged readings, panel discussions, workshops, and community celebrations.
Cameron Knight To Star As Ebenezer Scrooge In McCarter Theatre Center’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
McCarter Theatre Center will present its 45th annual production of A Christmas Carol from December 9–28, 2025, continuing a tradition that began in 1980. This year’s staging, adapted and directed by Lauren Keating.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
McCarter Theatre Center will present its 45th annual production of A Christmas Carol from December 9–28, 2025, continuing a tradition that began in 1980. This year’s staging, adapted and directed by Lauren Keating.
Silkroad To Tour SANCTUARY: THE POWER OF RESONANCE AND RITUAL In March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025
Silkroad will launch SANCTUARY: THE POWER OF RESONANCE AND RITUAL in March 2026 under the artistic direction of Rhiannon Giddens. The program will explore how communal music-making supports healing, cultural understanding, and connection across traditions.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025
Silkroad will launch SANCTUARY: THE POWER OF RESONANCE AND RITUAL in March 2026 under the artistic direction of Rhiannon Giddens. The program will explore how communal music-making supports healing, cultural understanding, and connection across traditions.
THE NUTCRACKER Will Return to American Repertory Ballet
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025
American Repertory Ballet invites audiences to celebrate the season with The Nutcracker—a timeless story filled with magic, beauty, and holiday spirit. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025
American Repertory Ballet invites audiences to celebrate the season with The Nutcracker—a timeless story filled with magic, beauty, and holiday spirit. Learn more here!
McCarter Theatre Calls for All Former 'Tiny Tims' to Celebrate 45 Years Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
McCarter Theatre Center is seeking former cast members who played the beloved character of Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol to reconnect as part of its 45th-year celebration.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
McCarter Theatre Center is seeking former cast members who played the beloved character of Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol to reconnect as part of its 45th-year celebration.
Damon Daunno, Amber Gray, and More Will Perform LOVE THE STRUGGLE Concert at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Rehearsals began this week for an upcoming benefit concert at Joe's Pub of song highlights from Love The Struggle, an original musical in development co-written by Stacy Kray and Yair Evnine.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Rehearsals began this week for an upcoming benefit concert at Joe's Pub of song highlights from Love The Struggle, an original musical in development co-written by Stacy Kray and Yair Evnine.
The Princeton Triangle Club to Premiere AISLE BE DAMNED at McCarter Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
The Princeton Triangle Club, continuing its tradition of presenting an original musical comedy, will premiere the newest Triangle Show at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, New Jersey this November.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
The Princeton Triangle Club, continuing its tradition of presenting an original musical comedy, will premiere the newest Triangle Show at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, New Jersey this November.
Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at DreamWrights
by Sandra Harberger - Nov 3, 2025
DreamWrights presents “Murder on the Orient Express” from October 31st to November 9th under the direction of Rodd Robertson. Jay Schmuck’s portrayal of the Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, was excellent.
by Sandra Harberger - Nov 3, 2025
DreamWrights presents “Murder on the Orient Express” from October 31st to November 9th under the direction of Rodd Robertson. Jay Schmuck’s portrayal of the Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, was excellent.
Derek Klena and Krysta Rodriguez to Star in A BEAUTIFUL MIND Concert Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Tony Award Nominee Derek Klena will portray Dr. John Nash alongside Krysta Rodriguez, who will portray Alicia Nash, in the Discovering Broadway concert premiere of the new musical A Beautiful Mind. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Tony Award Nominee Derek Klena will portray Dr. John Nash alongside Krysta Rodriguez, who will portray Alicia Nash, in the Discovering Broadway concert premiere of the new musical A Beautiful Mind. Learn more!
Review: American Repertory Theater's 300 PAINTINGS is Artful Exploration of One Man's Struggle
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 22, 2025
Emotional breakdowns can forever change a person, often not for the better. For Australian performer Sam Kissajukian, however, a lengthy 2021 manic episode with bipolar disorder upended his life and ultimately set him on a course to a new form of artistic expression.
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 22, 2025
Emotional breakdowns can forever change a person, often not for the better. For Australian performer Sam Kissajukian, however, a lengthy 2021 manic episode with bipolar disorder upended his life and ultimately set him on a course to a new form of artistic expression.
Sam Kissajukian to Bring Solo Show 300 PAINTINGS to McCarter Theatre Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
Fresh from an off-Broadway run, Sam Kissajukian's solo show 300 Paintings will come to McCarter Theatre Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
Fresh from an off-Broadway run, Sam Kissajukian's solo show 300 Paintings will come to McCarter Theatre Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
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.
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.
Meet the Cast of CHESS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
Chess is back on Broadway! Previews for Chess begin Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. The production officially opens Sunday, November 16. Meet the cast of Chess below!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
Chess is back on Broadway! Previews for Chess begin Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. The production officially opens Sunday, November 16. Meet the cast of Chess below!
Chris Thile To Perform At McCarter Theatre October 18
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2025
Mandolinist and composer Chris Thile will appear at McCarter Theatre Center on Saturday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m., performing a solo concert that reflects his wide-ranging musicianship and cross-genre approach to the instrument.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2025
Mandolinist and composer Chris Thile will appear at McCarter Theatre Center on Saturday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m., performing a solo concert that reflects his wide-ranging musicianship and cross-genre approach to the instrument.
Video: Watch the Trailer For 300 PAINTINGS at McCarter Theatre Center
by Michael Major - Oct 2, 2025
In 2021, Sydney comedian Sam Kissajukian quit standup, rented an abandoned cake factory, and spent six months in a manic whirlwind, creating 300 large-scale paintings, unknowingly documenting his mental state through the process. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Oct 2, 2025
In 2021, Sydney comedian Sam Kissajukian quit standup, rented an abandoned cake factory, and spent six months in a manic whirlwind, creating 300 large-scale paintings, unknowingly documenting his mental state through the process. Watch the video!
Review: At the Lyric Stage Company, OUR TOWN is Our Story
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 30, 2025
What did our critic think of OUR TOWN at Lyric Stage Company Of Boston? What makes all worthwhile productions of “Our Town,” like this one, work is what makes the play itself endure. We can relate to Wilder’s characters and connect with their experiences, making the play truly our story in “Our Town.”
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 30, 2025
What did our critic think of OUR TOWN at Lyric Stage Company Of Boston? What makes all worthwhile productions of “Our Town,” like this one, work is what makes the play itself endure. We can relate to Wilder’s characters and connect with their experiences, making the play truly our story in “Our Town.”
Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band To Reimagine WEST SIDE STORY At McCarter Theatre in October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025
The Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band will bring West Side Story Reimagined to McCarter Theatre on October 4, 2025. The concert blends Bernstein’s classic score with Afro-Caribbean jazz and will feature a photo installation by Seis del Sur, followed by a post-show talk with Jamie Bernstein.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025
The Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band will bring West Side Story Reimagined to McCarter Theatre on October 4, 2025. The concert blends Bernstein’s classic score with Afro-Caribbean jazz and will feature a photo installation by Seis del Sur, followed by a post-show talk with Jamie Bernstein.
McCarter Theatre Center Launches 35 and Under Tix Program
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025
McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton has launched 35 and Under Tix, offering patrons ages 16–35 the chance to see select performances for just $35. The program begins this fall with shows including I & You: The Musical, Step Afrika!, Kim’s Convenience, and Emanuel Ax.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025
McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton has launched 35 and Under Tix, offering patrons ages 16–35 the chance to see select performances for just $35. The program begins this fall with shows including I & You: The Musical, Step Afrika!, Kim’s Convenience, and Emanuel Ax.
A BEAUTIFUL MIND Musical Joins DISCOVERING BROADWAY Incubator Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
The new musical A Beautiful Mind will be the seventh musical to participate in the Discovering Broadway incubator program. Learn more about the musical and the program here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
The new musical A Beautiful Mind will be the seventh musical to participate in the Discovering Broadway incubator program. Learn more about the musical and the program here.
Review: I & YOU: THE MUSICAL Has World Premiere at McCarter Theatre Center
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Sep 23, 2025
What did our critic think of I & YOU: THE MUSICAL at McCarter Theatre Center?
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Sep 23, 2025
What did our critic think of I & YOU: THE MUSICAL at McCarter Theatre Center?
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