Sam Hood Adrain
Latest News on Sam Hood Adrain:
James Clements' BEAUTY FREAK to be Presented at The Cell Theatre (Feb 18, 2026)
EDGAR A. POE'S SMASHED VALENTINE to Explore the Final Days of Poe at The RAT NYC (Jan 30, 2026)
What Will The Neighbors Say? Awarded $15k By The New York State Council On The Arts (Dec 8, 2025)
James Clements' BEAUTY FREAK to be Presented at The Cell Theatre (Feb 18, 2026)
EDGAR A. POE'S SMASHED VALENTINE to Explore the Final Days of Poe at The RAT NYC (Jan 30, 2026)
What Will The Neighbors Say? Awarded $15k By The New York State Council On The Arts (Dec 8, 2025)
BIO
Sam is a Brooklyn based actor, writer, and director. Previous acting credits include: The Diana Tapes (HERE Arts, Stockwell Playhouse, IRT), James Franco & Me (Epic Theatre Co,) Othello (Ithaca Shakespeare Company), Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash (Infinity Theatre Co.), Baby (Infinity Theatre Co.), Merchant of Venice (Ithaca Shakespeare Company), Knitting Yarns (Audible), Cinderella (Missoula Children’s Theatre). His plays have been produced in New York, Providence, and Toronto. His work has been turned into a radio play by the Cleveland Radio Players and is available on Amazon. He is also a proud Co-Founding Artistic Director of What Will the Neighbors Say? Visit www.samhoodadrain.com or www.wwtns.org for more.
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James Clements' BEAUTY FREAK to be Presented at The Cell Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
Beauty Freak, a new play by James Clements, examining the controversial life of Nazi propagandist Leni Riefenstahl, is set to premiere at The Cell Theatre this spring.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
Beauty Freak, a new play by James Clements, examining the controversial life of Nazi propagandist Leni Riefenstahl, is set to premiere at The Cell Theatre this spring.
EDGAR A. POE'S SMASHED VALENTINE to Explore the Final Days of Poe at The RAT NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Edgar A. Poe's Smashed Valentine, an intimate theatrical production delving into the last days of literary icon Edgar Allan Poe, is set for a workshop at THE RAT NYC.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Edgar A. Poe's Smashed Valentine, an intimate theatrical production delving into the last days of literary icon Edgar Allan Poe, is set for a workshop at THE RAT NYC.
What Will The Neighbors Say? Awarded $15k By The New York State Council On The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? received a grant award totaling $15k from the New York State Council on the Arts to support the arts and culture sector.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? received a grant award totaling $15k from the New York State Council on the Arts to support the arts and culture sector.
Classic Stage Company Unveils Classic Perspectives Series for 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Classic Stage Company has revealed the Classic Perspectives Series for the 2025-2026 season. Classic Perspectives is a post-show discussion program at CSC offering audiences the chance to go beyond the performance. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Classic Stage Company has revealed the Classic Perspectives Series for the 2025-2026 season. Classic Perspectives is a post-show discussion program at CSC offering audiences the chance to go beyond the performance. Learn more!
What Will the Neighbors Say? Theatre Company Announces Tenth Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? Theatre Company has announced its tenth anniversary season, featuring the world premiere of Beauty Freak at the cell theatre, the co-production Moments After Ajax with Sanguine Theatre and Hamlet Isn’t Dead, a residency at the Goethe-Institut, and a full slate of community and education programs.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? Theatre Company has announced its tenth anniversary season, featuring the world premiere of Beauty Freak at the cell theatre, the co-production Moments After Ajax with Sanguine Theatre and Hamlet Isn’t Dead, a residency at the Goethe-Institut, and a full slate of community and education programs.
Photos: What Will The Neighbors Say? World Premiere Of AT THE BARRICADES
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2025
On Saturday, June 14th What Will the Neighbors Say? premiered At the Barricades, a new documentary theatre play written by the Neighbors’ Co-Artistic Director’s James Clements & Sam Hood Adrain, directed by Federica Borlenghi at MITU580 (580 Sackett Street, Brooklyn NY 11217). Check out photos from the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2025
On Saturday, June 14th What Will the Neighbors Say? premiered At the Barricades, a new documentary theatre play written by the Neighbors’ Co-Artistic Director’s James Clements & Sam Hood Adrain, directed by Federica Borlenghi at MITU580 (580 Sackett Street, Brooklyn NY 11217). Check out photos from the show.
Photos: With What Will The Neighbors Say? World Premiere AT THE BARRICADES In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2025
Broadway World received an exclusive first look inside rehearsals for the World Premiere of At the Barricades, a new documentary theatre play written by What Will the Neighbors Say? Co-Artistic Director’s James Clements & Sam Hood Adrain, directed by Federica Borlenghi.
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2025
Broadway World received an exclusive first look inside rehearsals for the World Premiere of At the Barricades, a new documentary theatre play written by What Will the Neighbors Say? Co-Artistic Director’s James Clements & Sam Hood Adrain, directed by Federica Borlenghi.
What Will The Neighbors Say? To Present New Documentary Play AT THE BARRICADES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? will present the World Premiere of At the Barricades, a new documentary theatre play written by the Neighbors' Co-Artistic Director's James Clements & Sam Hood Adrain. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? will present the World Premiere of At the Barricades, a new documentary theatre play written by the Neighbors' Co-Artistic Director's James Clements & Sam Hood Adrain. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Neighbors Annouce April Events Series With ESPACIO DE CULTURAS At NYU
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025
As the culmination of their year as Artists-in-Residence at Espacio de Culturas at KJCC-NYU, James Clements and Sam Hood Adrain (Co-Artistic Directors, What Will the Neighbors Say?) will present three unique events under the umbrella of 'Art and Archives: Building Politically-Engaged Work - An Interdisciplinary Series of Performances, Panels and Workshops.'
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025
As the culmination of their year as Artists-in-Residence at Espacio de Culturas at KJCC-NYU, James Clements and Sam Hood Adrain (Co-Artistic Directors, What Will the Neighbors Say?) will present three unique events under the umbrella of 'Art and Archives: Building Politically-Engaged Work - An Interdisciplinary Series of Performances, Panels and Workshops.'
BEING/SCENE A Convergence On The Work Of Steve Wangh Reveals Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? has revealed the programming for 'Being/Scene: Through the Fourth Wall,' a day-long gathering honoring the work and teachings of Steve Wangh. Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? has revealed the programming for 'Being/Scene: Through the Fourth Wall,' a day-long gathering honoring the work and teachings of Steve Wangh. Learn how to attend.
The Neighbors Receive $17.5k Cultural Development Fund Grant From NYC Department Of Cultural Affairs
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? one of nearly 1,100 cultural organizations across New York City to receive support as part of the City's largest-ever $59.3 million Cultural Development Fund.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? one of nearly 1,100 cultural organizations across New York City to receive support as part of the City's largest-ever $59.3 million Cultural Development Fund.
What Will The Neighbors Say? Reveals Additional Programming For 9th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? has shared programming for the second half of their Ninth Season. The season will feature a series of events in collaboration with New York University and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? has shared programming for the second half of their Ninth Season. The season will feature a series of events in collaboration with New York University and more.
The Neighbors Awarded $15k Grant From The National Endowment For The Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $15,000.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
What Will the Neighbors Say? has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $15,000.
The Neighbors Awarded $20k Grant From The New York State Council On The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? has been awarded $20,000 by the New York State Council on the Arts to support the nonprofit arts and culture sector. Learn more about the grant.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? has been awarded $20,000 by the New York State Council on the Arts to support the nonprofit arts and culture sector. Learn more about the grant.
The Neighbors Announce Inaugural Cohort Of The New To The Neighborhood Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? announced the inaugural cohort of their 'New to the Neighborhood' residency, featuring Taji Senior and Claire Soleil Gardner.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? announced the inaugural cohort of their 'New to the Neighborhood' residency, featuring Taji Senior and Claire Soleil Gardner.
The Neighbors to Launch New To The Neighborhood Emerging Artist Incubator In Brooklyn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? will launch the inaugural cycle of their New to the Neighborhood New Works Residency Program. Learn more about the program!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? will launch the inaugural cycle of their New to the Neighborhood New Works Residency Program. Learn more about the program!
The Neighbors Reveal Programming For Ninth Season Including a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? revealed their ninth season programming, featuring a world premiere and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2024
What Will the Neighbors Say? revealed their ninth season programming, featuring a world premiere and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Neighbors to Present 'Queering The Archives' Fundraiser At Culture Lab
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024
Join 'Queering the Archives' at Culture Lab LIC on June 25th, featuring a verbatim play by CUNY Queens College students. Support the CUNY Queens College Special Collections Archives and Queens Memory Project. Learn how to take part!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024
Join 'Queering the Archives' at Culture Lab LIC on June 25th, featuring a verbatim play by CUNY Queens College students. Support the CUNY Queens College Special Collections Archives and Queens Memory Project. Learn how to take part!
Photos: The Neighbors Take Us Behind The Scenes Of THIRD LAW
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024
On Saturday, May 11th What Will the Neighbors Say? (James Clements and Sam Hood Adrain, Co-Artistic Directors) premiered THIRD LAW, an interactive theatrical experience created at Culture Lab LIC (5-25 46th Ave, Queens, NY 11101). The show is set to run through May 26. See photos from inside rehearsal below.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024
On Saturday, May 11th What Will the Neighbors Say? (James Clements and Sam Hood Adrain, Co-Artistic Directors) premiered THIRD LAW, an interactive theatrical experience created at Culture Lab LIC (5-25 46th Ave, Queens, NY 11101). The show is set to run through May 26. See photos from inside rehearsal below.
Photos: The THIRD LAW Team Celebrates Opening Night At Culture Lab LIC
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024
On Saturday, May 11th What Will the Neighbors Say? (James Clements and Sam Hood Adrain, Co-Artistic Directors) premiered THIRD LAW, an interactive theatrical experience created at Culture Lab LIC (5-25 46th Ave, Queens, NY 11101). See photos from opening night.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024
On Saturday, May 11th What Will the Neighbors Say? (James Clements and Sam Hood Adrain, Co-Artistic Directors) premiered THIRD LAW, an interactive theatrical experience created at Culture Lab LIC (5-25 46th Ave, Queens, NY 11101). See photos from opening night.
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