Nina Hellman

WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME and More Set for NPAC 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025

The Nantucket Performing Arts Center has revealed a new era of theater, music, dance, comedy and other performing arts, which will be presented as part of its 2025 season.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS Celebrate The Fifth Anniversary With Secret Show And New Pieces
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2025

This week, The 24 Hour Plays gathered with artists and supporters in Brooklyn to celebrate the fifth anniversary of The 24 Hour Plays: Viral Monologues. The company held a secret screening last Monday, hosted by alum Hugh Dancy.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of DAKAR 2000
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 4, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club just celebrated opening night for the world premiere of Dakar 2000, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist and two-time Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph and directed by May Adrales. Check out photos from inside opening night!

Soho Rep Will Pay Tribute to Walkerspace With SOHO REP IS NOT A BUILDING. SOHO REP HAD A BUILDING…
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Walkerspace (1991-2024), Soho Rep’s 65-seat venue at 46 Walker Street, will be laid to rest this January 2025. Celebrate the space with an special tribute event this week.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at EUREKA DAY Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024

Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!

Nina Hellman to Host A Simple Herstory's STRESS BUSTER Event at The Tank
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024

Nina Hellman will host A Simple Herstory's STRESS BUSTER event at The Tank in NYC. The event aims to build community and support for the show's second season. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of MARY JANE
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 24, 2024

Mary Jane, led by Rachel McAdams, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, officially opened on Broadway last night, April 23. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!

Quincy Tyler Bernstine & Anne Washburn to be Honored at The Civilians 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024

The Civilians' 23/24 Gala will celebrate A NOVEL REALITY — theater that awakens new thinking and perceptions. Learn more about the gala and see how to attend!

John Oliver to Host Brooklyn Children's Theatre Gala Honoring LaChanze & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024

Join John Oliver, Jeremy Shamos, and Nina Hellman as they host the Brooklyn Children's Theatre 20th Anniversary Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.

White Heron Theatre Company to Present THE 39 STEPS in Nantucket
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2023

Get ready for a fast-paced comedy mystery thriller as White Heron Theatre Company brings 'The 39 Steps' to Nantucket. Based on the novel by John Buchan and the film by Alfred Hitchcock, this production features over 150 characters played by a talented cast of four. Don't miss this exciting limited run.

Viola Davis, Jeremy Shamos, Nina Hellman & More to Join Brooklyn Children's Theatre Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2023

On April 25, Viola Davis will join Brooklyn Children's Theatre for a night of music and celebration to support musical theatre scholarships for hundreds of Brooklyn children.

The Civilians To Honor Kurt Deutsch & Ghostlight Records at ADVENTURES IN REALITY, 2023 Spring Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023

The Civilians will honor Grammy-winning industry executive Kurt Deutsch, Senior Vice President, Warner Music Entertainment & Theatrical Ventures, and Ghostlight Records at Adventures in Reality: The Civilians' 2023 Spring Benefit. 

Westport Country Playhouse Presents Script In Hand Playreading Of Stinging Comedy AS BEES IN HONEY DROWN
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2023

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the stinging comedy, “As Bees in Honey Drown,” on Monday, February 13, at 7 p.m., written by Douglas Carter Beane and directed by Mark Shanahan.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2022

59E59 Theaters and The Civilians is presenting The Unbelieving by Marin Gazzaniga (So Close) and directed by Steve Cosson (Whisper House). The Unbelieving is now officially open, and will run through November 20, 2022. See photos from opening night here!

Review: THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters- Compelling Play Presents A Meaningful Discussion of Religious Faith
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 29, 2022

The Civilians, NYC’s highly acclaimed downtown theatre company, is currently presenting The Unbelieving at 59E59 Theaters through November 20th.

David Aaron Baker, Nina Hellman, Richard Topol & More to Star in THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2022

59E59 Theaters and The Civilians have announced the full cast & creative team for The Unbelieving by Marin Gazzaniga (So Close) and directed by Steve Cosson (Whisper House). The Unbelieving begins previews October 20, 2022, in Theater B and opens October 27 for a run through November 20, 2022.  

Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Announces Mark Shanahan As Its Resident Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2022

The White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced that director, writer, and actor Mark Shanahan has expanded his relationship with the company stepping into a new role as Resident Director.

THE LUCKY STAR at 59E59 Theatres Enters Final Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2022

The Lucky Star, produced by Douglas Denoff & Beth Goldsmith, The Directors Company, and 59E59 Theaters will conclude its limited engagement on Sunday, June 12 as originally planned. The production began previews on April 26, 2022, and opened May 5, 2022 in Theatre A. 

BWW Interview: Alexandra Silber Discusses Feeling Called to Play Dola/Vita in THE LUCKY STAR, VOLT Festival & Much More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2022

Alexandra Silber is often known for her nuanced and powerful portrayals of strong Jewish women, including Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, Halina in Indecent and more. Silber is back on stage now in the dual roles of Dola/Vita in Karen Hartman's The Lucky Star, being presented as part of the inaugural VOLT Festival at 59E59. 

Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE LUCKY STAR
by Bruce Glikas - May 10, 2022

Producers Douglas Denoff & Beth Goldsmith, and 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) present the Directors Company’s production of The Lucky Star by Karen Hartman, directed by Noah Himmelstein (Rooted). The Lucky Star began previews on April 26, 2022 in Theater A and opened May 5 for a run through June 12, 2022.