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Find Out Who Will Join Finn Cole in Lucas Hnath's RED SPEEDO
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2024

Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast for the UK première of Lucas Hnath’s Red Speedo directed by Matthew Dunster.

Ma-Yi Theater and Second Generation Productions to Present Three Play Readings at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024

Ma-Yi Theater and Second Generation Productions will present three play readings at Theatre Row this month, showcasing new works and diverse voices in contemporary theater. Learn more about the readings and see how to purchase tickets.

Finn Cole Will Lead European Première of Lucas Hnath's RED SPEEDO
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2024

Orange Tree Theatre has announced Finn Cole, known for his roles in Peaky Blinders and Animal Kingdom, will make his professional stage debut playing Ray in the European première of Lucas Hnath's Red Speedo directed by Matthew Dunster.

Lucas Hnath, Trevor Nunn, Noel Coward, and More Set For The Orange Tree Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2023

The Orange Tree (OT) has announced its first full year of programming under new Artistic Director Tom Littler. It features world and European premieres by Zoe Cooper and Lucas Hnath; revivals from Mustapha Matura, Noël Coward and Oliver Goldsmith; directors including Trevor Nunn and Matthew Dunster; and Niamh Cusack headlining the first major London revival of Polly Stenham's breakout hit That Face.

Stephanie Fleischmann Wins Second Annual Campbell Opera Librettist Prize
by Marissa Tomeo - May 21, 2022

OPERA America is pleased to announce the selection of Stephanie Fleischmann as the 2022 Campbell Opera Librettist Prize recipient. Conceived and funded by acclaimed librettist and lyricist Mark Campbell, the Prize is the first award in the history of American opera created specifically to honor the work of opera librettists, and comes with a $7,000 award to support the winner’s creative and career development.

A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 By Lucas Hnath Begins March 23
by Julie Musbach - Mar 12, 2019

David Mirvish in a co-production with the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 by Lucas Hnath. Starring four outstanding Canadian actors and directed by Krista Jackson, this brilliant and audacious play is performed March 23 to April 14, 2019 at Toronto's CAA Theatre as part of the Off-Mirvish Season. 

A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 To Be Presented at Stage West
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2018

Stage West presents the regional premiere of Lucas Hnath's A Doll's House, Part 2.

MTC Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2018

Marta Dusseldorp (Janet King), Deidre Rubenstein (Ladies in Black), Greg Stone (The Weir) and Zoe Terakes (Janet King) star in the Australian premiere of Tony Award-nominated drama A Doll's House, Part 2, directed by 2018 Helpmann Award nominee and MTC Associate Director Sarah Goodes.

MTC Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2018

Marta Dusseldorp (Janet King), Deidre Rubenstein (Ladies in Black), Greg Stone (The Weir) and Zoe Terakes (Janet King) star in the Australian premiere of Tony Award-nominated drama A Doll's House, Part 2, directed by 2018 Helpmann Award nominee and MTC Associate Director Sarah Goodes.

NYC Revival of Rob Handel's APHRODISIAC Set for Loft227 This February
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2017

Aphrodisiac, a dark political comedy by playwright Rob Handel, originally produced by 13P in 2005, will return to NYC for a limited run at Loft227 (227 W 29th Street) from February 13th - February 24th.

A Battle Between Fear and Compassion in THE CHRISTIANS Bay Area Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2016

San Francisco Playhouse (Bill English, Artistic Director; Susi Damilano, Producing Director) kicks off the new year with the off-Broadway hit The Christians by Lucas Hnath.

B Street Theatre Presents THE CHRISTIANS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2016

B Street Theatre is excited to open the 2017 B3 Series Season with Lucas Hnath's The Christians.

The BLUEBARN Theatre to Present Lucas Hnath's THE CHRISTIANS
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2016

The BLUEBARN Theatre is proud to present the regional premiere of THE CHRISTIANS by Lucas Hnath.

The BLUEBARN Theatre to Present Lucas Hnath's THE CHRISTIANS
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016

The BLUEBARN Theatre is proud to present the regional premiere of THE CHRISTIANS by Lucas Hnath.

WaterTower Sets THE BIG MEAL Cast, Creative Team
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 15, 2016

?WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced casting and creative team details for the regional premiere of Dan LeFranc's The Big Meal, directed by Emily Scott Banks.   The ensemble cast features John S. Davies, Lois Sonnier Hart, Jakie Cabe, Sherry Hopkins, Garret Storms, Kia Boyer, Alex Duva and Kennedy Waterman.  Making their WaterTower Theatre debuts will be Jakie Cabe, Alex Duva, Lois Sonnier Hart and Kennedy Waterman.

People's Light Showcases Local Region with 'Community Matters' New Play Series
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2015

Community Matters is a series of free events presented in partnership between People's Light and numerous local organizations to spark dialogue about vital issues in our community. Performed readings of new plays are the centerpiece of each evening. They are followed by a discussion with the artists, community partners, and special guests.

People's Light Showcases Local Region with 'Community Matters' New Play Series
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2015

Community Matters is a series of free events presented in partnership between People's Light and numerous local organizations to spark dialogue about vital issues in our community. Performed readings of new plays are the centerpiece of each evening. They are followed by a discussion with the artists, community partners, and special guests.

Andrew Garman to Star in THE CHRISTIANS at the Taper This Winter; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2015

Center Theatre Group and Playwrights Horizons have announced casting for "The Christians," a new play written by Lucas Hnath ("A Public Reading of an Unproduced Screenplay About the Death of Walt Disney," "Isaac's Eye," "Death Tax"). 

Full Cast Set for Gate Theatre's THE CHRISTIANS
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 3, 2015

With Elinor Cook's Image of an Unknown Young Woman about to open at the Gate, Artistic Director Christopher Haydon today announces the full company for his production of the UK premiere of Lucas Hnath's The Christians - William Gaminara (Pastor), Jaye Griffiths (Pastor's Wife), Stefan Adegbola (Associate Pastor), Lucy Ellinson (Congregant) and David Calvitto (Elder). Also announced today, ahead of performances at the Gate Theatre, the production plays at the Traverse as part of this year's Edinburgh Festival from 3 to 30 August.

DISGRACED, EXIT STRATEGY & More Set for Philadelphia Theatre Company's 2015-16 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 13, 2015

Philadelphia Theatre Company announces its 2015-2016 season with five plays that showcase work by our nation's most exciting and provocative playwrights. The season features the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Disgraced by Ayad Akhtar; the East Coast premiere of Exit Strategy, a new play by rising