Paul Lazar

2026 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2026

The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO), along with Spectrum News NY1, announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Obie Awards. We have the full list of winners!

Review: The Gordon-Foreman WHAT TO WEAR is Totally Wonderful at Prototype in BAM's Harvey
by Richard Sasanow - Jan 18, 2026

Yoo-hoo, Metropolitan Opera. Looking for something new/old/odd/wonderful? I hope you made it to the Prototype Festival’s WHAT TO WEAR, by Michael Gordon and Richard Foreman, staged by Paul Lazar and Annie-B Parson of Big Dance Theater following the original’s aesthetic from 2006. The opera just finished up its four-performance run at the BAM Harvey in downtown Brooklyn—and it’s the definition of event programming in its most complimentary meaning.

St. Vincent to Join WHAT TO WEAR at BAM; Full Company Set
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

BAM has revealed the full company for What to wear with creative direction by Paul Lazar and Annie-B Parson at the BAM Harvey Theater. St. Vincent is confirmed to join the production as a featured performer.

Yale Schwarzman Center Will Stage Reading of Yale Drama Series 2025 Prize-Winning Play by Ariel Stess
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025

Yale Schwarzman Center announced that it will produce a staged reading of Ariel Stess's KARA & EMMA & BARBARA & MIRANDA, the winner of the 2025 Yale Drama Series Prize.

Japan Society to Present North American Premiere of LE TAMBOUR DE SOIE (THE SILK DRUM)
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025

Japan Society will present the North American premiere of LE TAMBOUR DE SOIE (THE SILK DRUM), conceived and co-created by Yoshi Oida and Kaori Ito with a script by acclaimed French screenwriter and novelist Jean-Claude Carrière, based on Yukio Mishima’s modern noh play.

CROSSING THE LINE Festival Returns To L’Alliance New York in September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2025

L’Alliance New York will present the 18th Crossing The Line Festival September 9–November 22, 2025, featuring international premieres in film, music, dance, theater, and installation, with artists from around the globe performing across New York City.

Jacob's Pillow Announces 2025 Dance Award Recipient And Season Opening Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

Jacob's Pillow has announced that Norton Owen, the organization's Director of Preservation and a longstanding leader in the dance field, will receive the 2025 Jacob's Pillow Dance Award in celebration of his 50th year on staff. Owen will accept this award at Jacob's Pillow's Season Opening Gala in Becket on Saturday, June 21. 

THE BARBARIANS Comes to La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will host the premiere of The Barbarians, a new play from acclaimed dramatist Jerry Lieblich (they/them) directed by director, choreographer, and actor Paul Lazar.

Soho Rep Will Pay Tribute to Walkerspace With SOHO REP IS NOT A BUILDING. SOHO REP HAD A BUILDING…
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Walkerspace (1991-2024), Soho Rep’s 65-seat venue at 46 Walker Street, will be laid to rest this January 2025. Celebrate the space with an special tribute event this week.

Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.

 Center for Performance Research Hosts Spring Benefit in June
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024

On Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:00 PM, CPR – Center for Performance Research will hold its annual Spring Benefit which will gather artists, friends, and supporters at CPR’s home in Williamsburg for an evening of RITUAL with communal rites, flowing libations, and ecstatic offerings to celebrate CPR.

Full Lineup Revealed For BAM's 2024 Benefit
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024

An all-female and trans lineup will perform on May 1 as BAM honors two iconic trailblazers; the multi-hyphenate artist, Solange Knowles, and legendary arts producer and advocate, Mikki Shepard, for their indelible influence, inspiration, and contributions to the performing arts. 

Pam Tanowitz Will Receive 2024 Jacob's Pillow Dance Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024

Jacob’s Pillow announced that critically-acclaimed American choreographer Pam Tanowitz will receive the 2024 Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award. Tanowitz will accept this award at Jacob’s Pillow’s Season Opening Gala in the Berkshires on Saturday, June 22.

Solange Knowles and Mikki Shepard to be Honored by BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024

On May 1, BAM will honor two iconic trailblazers; the multi-hyphenate artist, Solange Knowles, and legendary arts producer and advocate, Mikki Shepard. Learn more about the honorees!

Japan Society Presents the 18th Installment of Its Annual Play Reading Series: THE GOOD-STORY MURDERS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024

Join Japan Society for the 18th installment of its Annual Play Reading Series featuring 'The Good-Story Murders,' a contemporary Japanese play in English translation.

Japan Society to Present NIHON BUYO IN THE 21ST CENTURY: From Kabuki Dance to Boléro
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2023

Japan Society will present Nihon Buyo in the 21st Century: From Kabuki Dance to Boléro. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Ruth Negga, Premiere From Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker & More Set for NYU Skirball 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023

Get ready for an exciting 2024 season at NYU Skirball, featuring acclaimed actress Ruth Negga and a highly anticipated premiere from renowned choreographer Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker. Explore the lineup and mark your calendars for this unforgettable season of performances.

International Contemporary Ensemble Collaborates With Tomomi Adachi For John Cage's JAPAN SERIES At Japan Society
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023

​​​​​​​International Contemporary Ensemble collaborates with performer/composer/poet/visual artist Tomomi Adachi for a three-concert series titled John Cage's Japan celebrating John Cage's relationship with Japanese culture, presented by the Japan Society this season.

Ruth Negga, Lili Taylor & Paul Lazar to Join Suzanne Bocanegra Artist Lectures at NYU Skirball
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2023

Get ready for Ruth Negga, Lili Taylor, and Paul Lazar take the stage in Suzanne Bocanegra Artist Lectures. Don't miss this star-studded event, book your tickets now!

Photos: HERE LIES LOVE Cast and Creative Team Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 22, 2023

Check out photos from the red carpet with the cast, creative team, and company of HERE LIES LOVE on opening night!