Patrick Willingham

Public Theater Season Will Include World Premieres by John Leguizamo, Jordan E. Cooper, and More
by Nicole Rosky - May 13, 2025

The Public Theater’s Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Patrick Willingham announced the line-up for The Public’s 2025-26 Season at their landmark Astor Place home on 425 Lafayette Street. We have the full season details here!

2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!

Tisch New Theatre To Present Tony Award-Winning Musical FUN HOME
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

NYU's Tisch New Theatre will present Fun Home Off-Broadway at the American Theatre of Actors from April 26th to May 4th, 2025. Welcome to the Fun Home, and be sure to wipe your shoes at the door.

Cast Announced For James Ijames' GOOD BONES At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

The Public Theater has announced casting for the long-anticipated New York premiere of GOOD BONES written by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames and directed by Public Theater Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali.

Listen: SUFFS Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024

Suffs (Original Broadway Cast Recording), the official musical companion to the 6x Tony Award-nominated new musical from award-winning singer-songwriter Shaina Taub, is available now! Listen to the full album here!

SUFFS' Ally Bonino Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Lauren Hilton - May 12, 2024

Follow along on our Instagram story as Alliy Bonino, who plays 'Lucy Burns,' takes you behind the scenes of Suffs, currently running at the Music Box Theatre.

Photos: Inside the Public Theater Gala Honoring the Creatives of HELL'S KITCHEN
by Jennifer Broski - May 9, 2024

The Public Theater held its Annual Gala, honoring the creative team of HELL’S KITCHEN: Camille A. Brown, Kristoffer Diaz, Michael Greif, and Alicia Keys. Check out photos from inside the big night.

SUFFS Will Release Original Broadway Cast Recording in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024

Suffs will release its Original Broadway Cast Recording on June 14th. The album is now available for pre-order.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.

Photos: The Cast of SUFFS Walks the Purple Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 19, 2024

All of Broadway came out to celebrate the magnificent women of Suffs last night, as the new musical officially opened on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos of the cast and creative team on the purple carpet here!

Photos: Get a First Look at SUFFS on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024

Get a first look at the cast of Suffs in action! All new photos have been released ahead of the show’s opening night on Thursday, April 18.

Joe's Pub Celebrates 25 Years At The Annual Gala And Raises Funds For Artist Development Programs
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2024

Celebrate 25 years of Joe's Pub at their annual gala. The event also raises funds for artist development programs, supporting the future of Broadway.

The Public Theater to Present Gala Honoring HELL'S KITCHEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024

The Public’s Annual Gala will take place on Wednesday, May 8 with a special performance of HELL’S KITCHEN on Broadway. Learn more about the gala!

Maleah Joi Moon, Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon & More Will Reprise Roles in HELL'S KITCHEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2024

AKW Productions has just announced the Broadway premiere of the new musical HELL’S KITCHEN and we have the full list of stars and newcomers!

Broadway's HELL'S KITCHEN Establishes Comprehensive Fellowship Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024

Alicia Keys and Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN have established a comprehensive Fellowship Program. Learn more about the program here!

Kristolyn Lloyd, Leland Fowler & More to Star in Suzan-Lori Parks' SALLY & TOM at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024

The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the New York premiere of SALLY & TOM, a bold new dramedy written by Pulitzer Prize winner and Public Theater Writer-in-Residence Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Steve H. Broadnax III.

Shaina Taub Will Lead the Cast of the Broadway Transfer of SUFFS; Full Cast Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024

Shaina Taub is set to lead the cast of her own musical Suffs, when it transfer to Broadway this spring. Plus, find out who else is starring in the cast!

Full Cast Set for THE ALLY at The Public Theater Starring Josh Radnor & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023

The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of THE ALLY written by Tony Award-winning playwrightItamar Moses (The Band’s Visit) and directed by Drama Desk winner Lila Neugebauer (Appropriate). 

Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN Will Transfer to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2023

HELL’S KITCHEN, conceived by the innovative mind of 15-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys, will make its Broadway premiere this spring! We have all the details on the show's transfer!

Alicia Keys to Perform One-Night-Only Concert at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023

15-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys will take to The Public’s Newman Stage for a one-night-only concert, ALICIA KEYS: AN EVENING WITH THE COMPOSER, on Monday, December 4 at 8:00 p.m.