New York Shakespeare Festival
Latest News on New York Shakespeare Festival :
Adams Theater to Present Staged Readings Of New Play THE REFUSENIKS in August (Jul 20, 2024)
Full Casting Announced For A Chorus Line at Festival Theatre (Jul 2, 2024)
Kathleen Marshall Will Direct The World Premiere Of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING At Ogunquit Playhouse (Jun 24, 2024)
Adams Theater to Present Staged Readings Of New Play THE REFUSENIKS in August (Jul 20, 2024)
Full Casting Announced For A Chorus Line at Festival Theatre (Jul 2, 2024)
Kathleen Marshall Will Direct The World Premiere Of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING At Ogunquit Playhouse (Jun 24, 2024)
Productions
Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Musical
New York Shakespeare Festival, Radiant Baby
winner
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Play
New York Shakespeare Festival, Take Me Out
winner
Obie Awards - 1991 - Special Citations
New York Shakespeare Festival
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1981 - Special Citation
New York Shakespeare Festival, The Pirates of Penzance
winner
Tony Awards - 1958 - Special Tony Award
New York Shakespeare Festival
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Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Watch New Trailer
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News
Adams Theater to Present Staged Readings Of New Play THE REFUSENIKS in August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024
The Adams Theater is bringing staged readings of the new play 'The Refuseniks' to audiences at 7:30 p.m. on Friday August 9 and Saturday August 10, and at noon on Sunday August 11.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024
The Adams Theater is bringing staged readings of the new play 'The Refuseniks' to audiences at 7:30 p.m. on Friday August 9 and Saturday August 10, and at noon on Sunday August 11.
Full Casting Announced For A Chorus Line at Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 2, 2024
Full cast announced for the UK tour of the Curve production of A Chorus Line.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 2, 2024
Full cast announced for the UK tour of the Curve production of A Chorus Line.
Kathleen Marshall Will Direct The World Premiere Of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING At Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jun 24, 2024
Ogunquit Playhouse, in association with Crossroads Live, announced today that three-time Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall will direct the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass and Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 24, 2024
Ogunquit Playhouse, in association with Crossroads Live, announced today that three-time Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall will direct the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass and Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
Video: George C. Wolfe Talks Tony Win for Lifetime Achievement
by Joey Mervis - Jun 17, 2024
Earlier tonight at the 77th Annual Tony Awards, George C. Wolfe took home a Tony Award for 'Lifetime Achievmant in the Theatre'. After leaving the stage at the David H. Koch Theater, George checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
by Joey Mervis - Jun 17, 2024
Earlier tonight at the 77th Annual Tony Awards, George C. Wolfe took home a Tony Award for 'Lifetime Achievmant in the Theatre'. After leaving the stage at the David H. Koch Theater, George checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
West Boca Community Theatre To Celebrate The Legacy of Joe Papp This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2024
Join the West Boca Community Theater on June 22nd for a musical celebration honoring the legacy of Joe Papp, a pivotal figure in American theater.
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2024
Join the West Boca Community Theater on June 22nd for a musical celebration honoring the legacy of Joe Papp, a pivotal figure in American theater.
Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Watch New Trailer
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2024
It's official! six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway this fall, taking on what is widely regarded as the greatest role in musical theatre, “Rose” in GYPSY. We have all of the details!
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2024
It's official! six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway this fall, taking on what is widely regarded as the greatest role in musical theatre, “Rose” in GYPSY. We have all of the details!
Eliot Feld Places His Ballets In The Public Domain; Feld And Ballet Tech Donate Archive To NYPL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024
Eliot Feld and Ballet Tech donate their ballet archive to the New York Public Library, placing Feld's works in the public domain to ensure wider access and preservation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024
Eliot Feld and Ballet Tech donate their ballet archive to the New York Public Library, placing Feld's works in the public domain to ensure wider access and preservation.
Berkshire Theatre Group Announces Cast of 4000 MILES At The Unicorn Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire have announced casting for its upcoming production of 4000 Miles, a play redefining family, loss and healing.
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2024
Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire have announced casting for its upcoming production of 4000 Miles, a play redefining family, loss and healing.
Jack O'Brien & George C. Wolfe Will Each Receive the 2024 Special Tony Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
Jack O’Brien and George C. Wolfe will each receive the 2024 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
Jack O’Brien and George C. Wolfe will each receive the 2024 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.
Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024
The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024
The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.
Larry Marshall to Direct Sundog Theatre's SCENES FROM THE STATEN ISLAND FERRY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024
Broadway star Larry Marshall will direct Sundog Theatre's annual presentation, Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry 2024. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024
Broadway star Larry Marshall will direct Sundog Theatre's annual presentation, Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry 2024. Learn more!
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Acquires the Archive of Novella Nelson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2024
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts' Billy Rose Theatre Division has acquired the archive of Novella Nelson. Learn more about Nelson!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2024
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts' Billy Rose Theatre Division has acquired the archive of Novella Nelson. Learn more about Nelson!
Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024
The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024
The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!
Cape Rep Theatre Announces OUR TOWN And More for 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024
Discover the exciting lineup for Cape Rep's 2024 season. Stay updated with the latest in Broadway entertainment news.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024
Discover the exciting lineup for Cape Rep's 2024 season. Stay updated with the latest in Broadway entertainment news.
Lehigh Valley Charter High School For The Arts to Present THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024
Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts will present THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, a musical by Rupert Holmes.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024
Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts will present THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, a musical by Rupert Holmes.
DINNER WITH FRIENDS To Be Presented At The Zephyr Theatre This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
DINNER WITH FRIENDS, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Donald Margulies, will be presented by Adriano Aragon and Foursome Productions at the Zephyr Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
DINNER WITH FRIENDS, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Donald Margulies, will be presented by Adriano Aragon and Foursome Productions at the Zephyr Theatre.
Full Broadway Cast Set For PATRIOTS, Starring Michael Stuhlbarg, Will Keen, and More
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024
The full Broadway cast has been announced for the Almeida Theatre production of Patriots, the new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024
The full Broadway cast has been announced for the Almeida Theatre production of Patriots, the new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring here!
The Public Theater Sets Traveling Free Shakespeare in the Park Schedule for Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024
The Public Theater will present GO PUBLIC! A Festival of Free Shakespeare in the Park, featuring a suite of free summer programming taking place across all five boroughs. Learn more about The Public's summer 2024 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024
The Public Theater will present GO PUBLIC! A Festival of Free Shakespeare in the Park, featuring a suite of free summer programming taking place across all five boroughs. Learn more about The Public's summer 2024 season.
New York Classical Theatre to Present HENRY IV in NYC Parks This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024
New York Classical Theatre will present William Shakespeare’s Henry IV as the main production of the company’s 25th anniversary season. See where the show will be performed and learn more details about the production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024
New York Classical Theatre will present William Shakespeare’s Henry IV as the main production of the company’s 25th anniversary season. See where the show will be performed and learn more details about the production.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 1, 2024
by - Feb 1, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 1, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has New York Shakespeare Festival been nominated for?
Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for Radiant Baby, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for Take Me Out, Special Citations (Obie Awards), Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Pirates of Penzance and Special Tony Award (Tony Awards).
What awards has New York Shakespeare Festival won?
The New York Shakespeare Festival has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Play (The Lortel Awards) for Take Me Out, Special Citations from the Obie Awards, a Special Citation from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Pirates of Penzance, and a Special Tony Award from the Tony Awards.
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