Melissa Crespo

Syracuse Stage To Stream World Premiere Boxing Drama RELENTLESS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026

Syracuse Stage will present an online stream of the world premiere production of Relentless by Rae Binstock from February 19–22, 2026. Directed by Melissa Crespo, the boxing drama was filmed live on stage and will be offered with fixed digital showtimes in partnership with the League of Live Stream Theater.

RELENTLESS World Premiere to be Presented at Syracuse Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026

Syracuse Stage will continue its 25/26 season with the world premiere production of “Relentless” by Rae Binstock, a new drama about a former contender, her stubborn coach and their fight over the future of a legendary boxing gym.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; AMERICAN IDIOT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; Broadway Upstate Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; WAITRESS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Rebecca S'manga Frank and More to Star in RELENTLESS World Premiere at Syracuse Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025

Syracuse Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for the world premiere production of “Relentless” by Rae Binstock, a new drama about a former contender, her stubborn coach and their fight over the future of a legendary boxing gym.

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The Drama League Directors Project Opens 2026 Applications
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2025

The Drama League has opened the 2026-2027 applications for The Directors Project, its acclaimed suite of Fellowships, Residencies, and Assistantships for emerging and established stage directors. Learn how to apply!

Repertorio Español, Teatro Círculo and More Nominated for 2025 HOLA Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors revealed the theater nominees for their 50th anniversary HOLA Awards. Learn more about the nominees and see the full list here!

Cast & Creative Teams Announced For South Carolina New Play Festival
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025

SCNPF is a festival like no other, presenting a multi-day lineup of developmental readings of new plays and musicals, outdoor variety shows and street fairs, cabarets, workshops and masterclasses, and a musical theater scholarship contest that transforms Greenville into a hub of theatrical innovation from Thursday, August 7, to Sunday, August 10. 

Video: THE NATIONAL PASTIME Playwright Rogelo Martinez Discusses World Premiere at Syracuse Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2025

Syracuse Stage will conclude its 2024/2025 season with the world premiere production of “The National Pastime,” a provocative psychological thriller about state secrets, sonic weaponry, stolen baseball signs and the father and son relationship in the middle of it all. Watch a video interview with the playwright.

THE NATIONAL PASTIME World Premiere to Conclude Syracuse Stage Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025

Syracuse Stage will conclude its 2024/2025 season with the world premiere production of “The National Pastime,” a provocative psychological thriller about state secrets, sonic weaponry, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Syracuse Stage to Present Inaugural Julie Lutz New Play Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025

Syracuse Stage's inaugural Julie Lutz New Play Festival will be held at the theatre this June. The festival will feature a work-in-progress reading and talkbacks, allowing audiences to peek behind the curtain of the playwriting process.

Photos: Christin Eve Cato's O.K.! World Premiere at INTAR Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the World Premiere of O.K.!, by Christin Eve Cato and directed by Melissa Crespo at INTAR Theatre. Learn more and see photos here! 

STEEL MAGNOLIAS, TWELFTH NIGHT, and More Set For People's Light 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

​​​​​​​People's Light has announced its 2025/26 season, a dynamic blend of world premieres, time-honored classics and searing social reflection, continuing the theatre's bold tradition of art that inspires conversation, community and change.

SDCF Reveals Recipient and Finalists for 2025 Barbara Whitman Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation revealed the recipient and four finalists for the 2025 Barbara Whitman Award. Learn more about the award here!

World Premiere of RELENTLESS and More Set for Syracuse Stage 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

The 25/26 season at Syracuse Stage will feature a Broadway hit, fresh revivals of award-winning classics, an inspiring new American musical and a knockout world premiere play. See the full season here!

Cast Set for Christin Eve Cato's O.K.! World Premiere at INTAR Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

International Arts Relations has revealed the and creative for the World Premiere of O.K.!, by Christin Eve Cato and directed by Melissa Crespo. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Nidia Medina to Succeed Lou Moreno as Artistic Director at INTAR Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

International Arts Relations announced that Artistic Director Lou Moreno has decided to step down from the position at the end of June 2025 after 15 years.

HARVEY Free Reading to be Presented at Syracuse Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

 Syracuse Stage will present a reading of Mary Chase’s classic comedy “Harvey,” directed by associate artistic director Melissa Crespo. Learn more and see how to attend.