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PUNCH Will Offer Post-Show Conversations Following Select Performances
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a slate of Beyond the Stage programming around their Broadway premiere of Punch, which will offer audiences and the general public opportunities to enrich their experience with the show.

Photos: David Rothenberg Hosts Book Launch With Christine Ebersole, Jim McGreevey, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025

On March 30, theater publicist David Rothenberg celebrated the release of his new book, Manhattan Mayhem, with a release party at Fortune Society’s Castle Gardens. Check out photos here!

Veteran Theatrical Press Agent David Rothenberg To Release New Book In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2025

David Rothenberg, a theatre producer, playwright, and Broadway press agent, will release Manhattan Mayhem, a collection of short fiction, inspired by his nine decades in the entertainment industry. Manhattan Mayhem will be officially released April 2.

MTC Names Rachel Kara Pérez as Director of Learning and Community Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2024

Rachel Kara Pérez has been named Director of Learning and Community Engagement and will lead MTC’s renowned program previously known as MTC Education.

T. Oliver Reid, Tiffany Mann & More to Join A NIGHT OF ARTIVISM Presented by BAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024

Broadway Advocacy Coalition will present “A Night of Artivism” on Monday, September 16, 2024 at the Playhouse Theater at Abrons Theater. Learn more about the event.

Public Works Presents LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK! An Unforgettable Dance Experience
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2024

Public Works will present LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK!, a dynamic dance experience celebrating the spirit and diversity of New York City.

Four Formerly Incarcerated New Yorkers Present Theater Production Of THE CASTLE
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024

Experience the transformative power of theater with THE CASTLE, a production presented by four formerly incarcerated New Yorkers sharing their stories. Witness their journey on May 19 and June 9.

Feature: Meet 54 Below's Newest Board Members
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 3, 2024

54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!

54 Below Announces the Appointment of New Board Members
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2024

54 Below, the celebrated Times Square cabaret venue that is the recipient of a 2022 TONY AWARDS Special Honor for Excellence in the Theater, has announced new board members. James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan have joined the award-winning supper club board, effective immediately.

Award-Winning Sound Designer Nevin Steinberg Will Serve as The Town Hall New Board President
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

Nevin Steinberg, the award-winning sound designer for such Broadway shows as Hamilton (2015), Sweeney Todd (2023), and Hadestown (2019), will become the President of the Board of Trustees of Town Hall.

Capa Presents 'The Real Housewives' Luann de Lesseps Star At Southern Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2023

Original The Real Housewives of New York City star Countess Luann de Lesseps will perform her cabaret show at the Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St., on Thursday, September 21, at 7:30 pm. Enjoy her hit songs 'Money Can't Buy You Class,' 'Chic C'est La Vie,' 'Girl Code,' and many more live in person.

Renée Elise Goldsberry, Anthony Chatmon II & More to Lead THE TEMPEST Musical Adaptation at Free Shakespeare in the Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023

The Public Theater has revealed the cast for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Public Works’ THE TEMPEST, a new musical adaptation.

FAT HAM, TITANIQUE & More Win 2023 Off Broadway Alliance Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 31, 2023

The Off Broadway Alliance, an organization of Off-Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing professionals, just announced the winners of the 12th Annual Off-Broadway Alliance Awards

FAT HAM, TITANIQUE, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG & More Nominated for 12th Annual Off Broadway Alliance Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023

The Off Broadway Alliance has announced the nominees for the 12th Annual Off Broadway Alliance Awards, honoring commercial and not-for-profit productions that opened Off Broadway during the 2022-2023 season.

54 Below to Transition to Nonprofit Status
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2023

54 Below, the celebrated Times Square cabaret venue has transitioned to nonprofit status.

Emily Joy Weiner, Co-Founder & Artistic Director of Houses on the Moon, Talks The Company's Development Process
by Guest Author - Nov 3, 2022

In this guest-authored feature, Emily Joy Weiner, Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Houses on the Moon theater company gives a behind the scenes look into the company's development process.

Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis Honored AT The Fortune Society's Hope & Justice Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2022

​​​​​​​The Fortune Society honored Oskar Eustis, the Artistic Director at The Public Theater, with its Game Changer Award, and Public Works Performers from The Fortune Society with the Spotlight Award, at its annual “Hope & Justice” Gala on Tuesday, October 25, 2022.

Two Post-Show Talk Backs to Take Place During Run of World Premiere of SHARED SENTENCES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2022

As part of Houses on the Moon Theater Company’s dedication to amplifying unheard voices and community outreach, they will host two special post-show talkbacks with partners who have helped bring the world premiere of SHARED SENTENCES to the stage. 

Previews for Free Shakespeare in the Park's AS YOU LIKE IT to Begin Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2022

The Public Theater will begin previews for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Public Works’ AS YOU LIKE IT on Wednesday, August 10. Continuing the 60th Anniversary Season at The Delacorte Theater, Public Works’ AS YOU LIKE IT will run through Sunday, September 11, with an official press opening on Tuesday, August 30.

Ato Blankson-Wood, Rebecca Naomi Jones, Darius de Haas & More to Star in AS YOU LIKE IT at Free Shakespeare in the Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2022

The Public Theater announced complete casting today for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Public Works’ AS YOU LIKE IT, closing out the 60th Anniversary Season at The Delacorte Theater. Featuring music and lyrics by Shaina Taub and more.