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Productions

 
[US Tour, 2016]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[New York, 1980]
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[Off-Broadway, 1979]
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[Off-Broadway, 1967]
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Awards and Nominations


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Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Musical

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The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Body of Work

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Obie Awards - 1974 - Costumes

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1968 - Other Awards

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Videos

News


Video: First Look at Baltimore Center Stage's OH HAPPY DAY!

Get a first look at the now extended Baltimore Center Stage production of Jordan E. Cooper's new play with music, OH HAPPY DAY! This production, in association with New York's The Public Theatre, features original songs by Donald Lawrence and reunites Cooper with BCS Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb for the first time since their collaboration on Broadway's Ain't No Mo'. The show will now run through October 20, 2024.
Jordan E. Cooper's OH HAPPY DAY! Extends at Baltimore Center Stage

Due to popular demand, Baltimore Center Stage has announced additional performances of Jordan E. Cooper's new play with music, OH HAPPY DAY! This production, in association with New York's The Public Theatre, features original songs by Donald Lawrence and reunites Cooper with BCS Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb for the first time since their collaboration on Broadway's Ain't No Mo'.
Claybourne Elder to Perform at The Big Gay Cabaret Series in October

Claybourne Elder, star of COMPANY and HBO's THE GILDED AGE, will present 'I Wanna Be Bad,' a cabaret and stand-up show exploring sex, fatherhood, and more with music from Sondheim, the Great American Songbook, and Whitney Houston at The Big Gay Cabaret Series at The Mercury Theater's Venus Cabaret. Purchase tickets now!
The Yard Theatre Announces SEAYONCE'S PERKY NATIVITITTIES Christmas Celebration

The Yard announced Séayoncé's Perky Navititties, a new show set to captivate audiences with its unique blend of humor and performance. The show promises an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Photos: World Premiere Of Jordan E. Cooper's OH HAPPY DAY! At Baltimore Center Stage

Baltimore Center Stage is opening its 2024/25 season with the world premiere of two-time Tony Nominee Jordan E. Cooper’s new play with music, OH HAPPY DAY! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Joy Woods, Jordan Tyson & More Join Audra McDonald in GYPSY

Joining Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald and Tony Award Winner Danny Burstein in GYPSY are Joy Woods as “Louise,” Jordan Tyson as “June,” Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita as “Tessie Tura,” Lili Thomas as “Miss Mazeppa,” and Mylinda Hull as “Miss Electra.”
Meet the Cast of ROMEO + JULIET, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler, begins previews tonight at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The production officially opens Thursday, October 24, 2024. Meet the cast of ROMEO + JULIET here!
MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL To Screen at The Public Theatre

The Manhattan Short Film Festival has announced its lineup for 2024, featuring films from around the world.
Motell Foster Joins WALDEN Starring Emmy Rossum & Zoë Winters

Motell Foster will complete the cast of Amy Berryman’s play WALDEN at Second Stage Theater, joining the previously announced Emmy Rossum and Zoë Winters. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Meet the Cast of OUR TOWN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will begin previews on Tuesday, September 17 ahead of an opening on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Meet the cast of Our Town here!
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Announces Liz Diamond as New SDCF Board President

Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS & More Set for The Public Theatre 34th Season

The Public Theatre has revealed its 34th season, featuring a lineup of new productions and returning favorites. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Uptown Collective Reveals Renaissance Residency Playwrights

The Uptown Collective has announced the culmination of the inaugural Renaissance Residency, an annual program designed to nurture and develop emerging and seasoned playwrights and screenwriters.
Emmy Rossum and Zoe Winters Will Lead WALDEN at Second Stage Theater

Second Stage Theater has announced that EMMY ROSSUM and ZOË WINTERS will star in Amy Berryman’s play, WALDEN, directed by Whitney White. WALDEN will begin previews on October 16th and will officially open on November 7th at the Tony Kiser Theater (305 West 43rd street). 
Emmy Rossum and Zoë Winters Will Lead Amy Berryman's WALDEN at Second Stage

EMMY ROSSUM and ZOË WINTERS are set to star in Amy Berryman’s play, WALDEN, directed by Whitney White. Find out more about the new play here!
Interview: Theatre Life with Danny Troob

Today’s subject, Danny Troob, has been living his theatre life for over 50 years as an accomplished orchestrator and dance music composer. You can currently hear his orchestral brilliance in Signature Theatre’s production of Soft Power. The show runs through September 15th in The MAX.
Original Vampire Rock Popera BLOOD/LOVE to Debut at The Crimson

Blood/Love, an all-original vampire rock popera, will debut at The Crimson with twenty-five songs exploring themes of love, friendship, heartbreak, and redemption. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Baltimore Center Stage to Present World Premiere of Jordan E. Cooper's OH HAPPY DAY!

Baltimore Center Stage will present the world premiere of Jordan E. Cooper's new play with music, OH HAPPY DAY!, opening the 2024/25 season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Horizon Theatre Company Presents WILD WITH HAPPY

Horizon Theatre continues its 40th season with the outrageously funny and immensely touching comedy Wild With Happy, playing Aug. 16 – Sept. 15 (press opening August 23).
Cast Set for LUZMI at Inner-City Arts

HERO Theatre has revealed the cast for the world premiere of LUZMI by Diana Burbano, featuring Colombian actress Bibiana Navas. Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has The Public Theatre been nominated for?

Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Body of Work (The Lortels), Costumes (Obie Awards), and Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards).

What awards has The Public Theatre won?

Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Body of Work (The Lortels), Costumes (Obie Awards), and Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards).

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