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Video: Inside Rehearsals for DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Hartford Stage
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2026

Go inside rehearsals for Death of a Salesman at Hartford Stage, starring Peter Jacobson and directed by Melia Bensussen. The production runs February 27 through March 29, 2026.

Peter Jacobson, Adrianne Krstansky and More to Lead DEATH OF A SALESMAN At Hartford Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Hartford Stage has announced the complete cast lineup for its upcoming production of DEATH OF A SALESMAN, set to open in February 2026. The renowned theater will showcase a diverse group of actors, bringing fresh perspectives to this classic play.

How Often Do Shows Go From Off-Broadway to Broadway in Two Separate Productions?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 28, 2025

This season, three plays are receiving Broadway debuts which already made significant noise off-Broadway in their original productions, years ago. Becky Shaw, Bug, and Marjorie Prime will all be opening on Broadway in early 2026 in brand new productions. The first and last are spending time on Broadway at the Hayes under the auspices of Second Stage while Bug is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club at their home, the Friedman. 

Photos: Jake Brasch's THE RESERVOIR at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of Jake Brasch's The Reservoir, performing at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

THE RESERVOIR Opens Berkeley Rep 25/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre will kick off its 2025/26 season with Jake Brasch's The Reservoir, performing at Berkeley Rep's Peet's Theatre. Learn more here!

JERSEY BOYS Welcomes David Sajewich and Amanda Hanedgan to the Cast
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024

Mercury Theater will welcome new cast members to the critically-acclaimed, first built-in Chicago Production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

Hit Musical JERSEY BOYS is Coming to Mercury Theater Chicago in 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2023

Don't miss out on the Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater Chicago. Get all the details on show dates and ticket information here.

INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP to be Presented at Penguin Rep Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2023

Penguin Rep Theatre will present Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a new comedy set in the era of bell bottoms, cassette tapes and landline phones by Katie Forgette, directed by Thomas Caruso, June 23 through July 16.

Maggie Siff, Pico Alexander & More to Star in ORPHEUS DESCENDING at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023

Theatre for a New Audience will present Tennessee Williams’ Orpheus Descending, July 9–August 6 at Polonsky Shakespeare Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Alison Pill, Reed Birney, Marsha Mason & More to Star in Audible Theater Originals This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2023

Audible Inc., has announced a new slate of four Audible Theater titles scheduled for release on March 23. See the lineup!

LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL Adds Two Weeks to Run at Mercury Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023

Mercury Theater has extended the run of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, directed by Christopher Chase Carter and Alexis J. Roston, written by Lanie Robertson, and starring Alexis J. Roston as Billie Holiday.

Cast Announced For the Premiere Reading Of Matthew Freeman's SILVER SPRING
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022

The National Arts Club (NAC), in collaboration with The Directors Company, will present the premiere reading of Matthew Freeman's Silver Spring, winner of the 2021 Kesselring Prize for Playwriting, on Monday, November 14 at 2:00 PM.

Matthew Freeman's SILVER SPRING Set For Premiere Reading At The National Arts Club, November 14
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2022

The National Arts Club (NAC) presents the premiere reading of playwright Matthew Freeman's Silver Spring on Monday, November 14 at 2 PM (EST).

StoryMan Productions to Present a Staged Reading of THE CHRYSALIS
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 16, 2022

Written and directed by Joe Ricci, The Chrysalis, explores family life when John's daughters (bohemian artist, Vicki, and her workaholic sister, Kerrigan) come home for a Sunday dinner and he drops the bombshell that not only is he selling the family home, but he's also joined 'Silver Foxes,' a dating site for sophisticated singles over sixty.

THE SOPRANOS and THE WANDERER Stars Lead New Play Reading at Sheen Center
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2022

On September 14th (at 7pm) at the Sheen Center (18 Bleecker Street) there will be a reading of “It Fell Off a Truck”, a full-length comedy by veteran PR man Jules Feiler, loosely based on the life of his own father. The piece centers on the relationship between the “tough guy” father (David Proval) his son, (Johnny Tammaro) and the daughter-in-law (Joli Tribuzio). It's a father and son reunion that after 20 years no one would mistake for a happy one.

Cast Announced for Chicago Premiere of CLUE at Mercury Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2022

Mercury Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the murder mystery comedy Clue. This Chicago Premiere is adapted from the beloved motion picture by Jonathan Lynn and Sandy Rustin, with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price, with original music by Michael Holland directed by executive producer Walter Stearns.

Kristi J Martens Named Managing Director of Mercury Theater Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2022

Mercury Theater Chicago has announced Kristi J. Martens as its new managing director. Martens, who has been the production stage manager at Mercury Theater Chicago for the past ten years, joins the leadership team of Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter and Executive Producers L. Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon. 

Off-Broadway Premiere of MR. PARKER to be Presented at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2022

Penguin Rep Theatre announced today the Off-Broadway premiere of Mr. Parker, a new play written by Michael McKeever and directed by Joe Brancato. Performances will begin Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for a limited engagement through June 25, 2022, at Theatre Row – Theatre 1 (410 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is Monday, June 6, 2022, at 7:00PM.

Virtual Theatre Today: Monday, March 22- with Marisha Wallace, Jenna Russell, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 22, 2021

Today (March 22) in live streaming: CFT is Celebrating Sondheim, BKLYN is back, Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards, and more!

Mercury Theater Chicago Will Close Permanently
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2020

Executive Director, L. Walter Stearns and partner, Business Manager Eugene Dizon announced today the permanent closure of Mercury Theater Chicago after ten years and 25 productions, due to the loss of revenue following the COVID-19 shutdown.