Sophie Treadwell

SPRING AWAKENING, DE PROFUNDIS: OSCAR WILDE IN JAIL, PARFUMERIE & More Set For Soulpepper 2026–27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026

Soulpepper Theatre announced Paolo Santalucia's inaugural season, featuring 12 plays and concerts including SPRING AWAKENING, JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, and THE REZ SISTERS, plus new partnerships with Hot Docs and the Toronto Star.

MACHINAL: A DANCE OF DEFIANCE World Premiere to be Presented at Ballet Rhode Island
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

Ballet Rhode Island will present the world premiere of MACHINAL: A DANCE OF DEFIANCE, the first ballet adaptation of Sophie Treadwell's 1928 expressionist play, running May 7–10 in Providence and May 14–17 in Kingston, RI.

Southbank Theatre Company to Present MACHINAL By Sophie Treadwell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026

Southbank Theatre Company will stage Sophie Treadwell's expressionist drama MACHINAL, inspired by the real-life case of Ruth Snyder. The play explores themes of societal pressure and individual autonomy through a feminist lens.

Broadway Meets THE BEAUTY: A Guide to the Stage Stars in the New FX Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 26, 2026

From Anthony Ramos to Ben Platt, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you tune in to Ryan Murphy's new series, The Beauty. All episodes of the series are now streaming on Hulu.

Southbank Theatre Company Unveils 2025–26 Season Featuring EQUIVOCATION, THE CRUCIBLE, MACHINAL, and a World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2025

Southbank Theatre Company has announced its 2025–2026 season, marking its fifth year of presenting bold, history-inspired theatre in Indianapolis. The season will feature three acclaimed mainstage works—Equivocation by Bill Cain, The Crucible by Arthur Miller, and Machinal by Sophie Treadwell.

New York City Center's MACHINAL to Be Filmed for NYPL Theatre on Film and Tape Archive
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2025

Machinal, presented by New York Theatre Company at New York City Center Stage II, will be professionally filmed on Friday, July 11 for inclusion in The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts' Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) and the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at Lincoln Center.

New York Theatre Company Will Host Queer Night at MACHINAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025

New York Theatre Company has announced Queer Night at Machinal set for this week, presented in partnership with Ring of Keys. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

MACHINAL Extends Through Mid July at New York City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025

Machinal will extend its run at New York City Center Stage II through mid July. Learn more about Machine and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!

Photos: MACHINAL Opening Night at New York City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025

Machinal officially opened at New York City Center Stage II on June 11, 2025, marking a significant milestone for New York Theatre Company in its off-Broadway debut. See photos here!

Photos: MACHINAL at NY City Center First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of New York Theatre Company's revival of Machinal by Sophie Treadwell. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

What Are Notable Broadway Shows About Lawyers?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 25, 2025

Two of the most famous lawyers in modern history are Ross Cellino Jr. and Steve Barnes. A hilarious dark comedy about the law partners, titled Cellino v. Barnes, has been running off-Broadway since last summer, starring Eric William Morris and Noah Weisberg and written by Mike B. Breen and David Rafailedes. 

New York Theatre Company to Make Off-Broadway Debut with MACHINAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

New York Theatre Company will make its off-Broadway debut with a groundbreaking revival of Machinal by Sophie Treadwell at New York City Center Stage II. Learn more!

Olivier Awards 2025- All the Winners!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 6, 2025

The Olivier Awards 2025 were held at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter. We have the full list of winners here!

BroadwayWorld UK's Olivier Awards 2025 Predictions
by BWW UK Critics - Apr 4, 2025

Established in 1976, the Olivier Awards celebrate the world-class status of London theatre, and are Britain’s most prestigious stage honours. Leading the way this year is Tom Scutt's Fiddler on the Roof which matches Hamilton's record-breaking 13 nominations, represented in every acting and creative category.

New York Theatre Company Will Present MACHINAL Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025

New York Theatre Company will present a workshop production of Sophie Treadwell’s Machinal at the New York City Fringe. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, GIANTS, THE YEARS, and More Nominated For 2025 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

The nominations have been announced for the Olivier Awards 2025. Among the nominees are Fiddler on the Roof, Giants, and The Years. Check out the full list of nominees here!

FRIGID New York Reveals Schedule Of Performances For 2025 New York City Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

FRIGID New York will present the 2025 New York City Fringe Festival at UNDER St. Marks, wild project and the Chain Theatre. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

FRIGID New York Unveils Lineup For 2025 New York City Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025

FRIGID New York will present the 2025 New York City Fringe Festival at UNDER St. Marks, wild project, and the Chain Theatre this April. Learn more about the festival here!

Review: MACHINAL and THE BEE'S KNEES at Red Sandcastle/The Theatre Centre
by Ilana Lucas - Nov 19, 2024

If the 2020s have occasionally uncomfortably reminded you of the 1920s, you’re not alone. Two Toronto theatre companies are currently using work from and about that turbulent decade to comment on present issues. At the Red Sandcastle, The Flare Productions presents Sophie Treadwell’s seminal work of feminist and Expressionist theatre, MACHINAL, a 1928 play very loosely based on the real-life story of Ruth Snyder, executed at Sing Sing Prison for the murder of her husband. At the Theatre Centre, Tall Poppy Productions presents a new work written and directed by Judy Reynolds, THE BEE’S KNEES, a fictional tale of one of the first women to run for Canadian parliament in the early 1920s.

EastLine Theatre to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month At Westbury Arts With MACHINAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2024

EastLine Theatre will present their third annual Hispanic Heritage Month production at Westbury Arts with the rarely-produced play MACHINAL by Mexican-American playwright Sophie Treadwell, first seen on Broadway in 1928. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.