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Francis Jue and Kelly Marie Tran to Star in Lauren Yee’s KING OF THE YEES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2026

Signature Theatre will present Lauren Yee’s semi-autobiographical comedy King of the Yees, in The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theater at The Pershing Square Signature Center starring Francis Jue and Kelly Marie Tran.

Cherry Lane Playwrights Collective to Name Inaugural Cohort with Annie Baker
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026

The Cherry Lane Theatre and playwright Annie Baker will name six playwrights joining the first cohort of their new developmental program in New York City.

PUNCH BACK by Genevieve Simon Wins 2026 Leah Ryan Fund Prize
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2026

Genevieve Simon's PUNCH BACK, a play about trans college students in Ohio, has been named the winner of the Leah Prize, earning a $5,000 award and a public reading at Powerhouse Theater at Vassar College.

Review Roundup: MEAT SUIT, OR THE SHITSHOW OF MOTHERHOOD Opens at Second Stage Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2026

Read the reviews for MEAT SUIT, OR THE SHITSHOW OF MOTHERHOOD, playing now at the Irene Diamond Stage at the Pershing Square Signature Center. See what the critics had to say in our review roundup!

Photos: First Look at Second Stage Theater's MEAT SUIT, OR THE SHITSHOW OF MOTHERHOOD
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026

First look production photos have been released for MEAT SUIT, OR THE SHITSHOW OF MOTHERHOOD at Signature Theatre. Written and directed by Aya Ogawa, the new play opens February 25 at the Irene Diamond Stage.

Marina Celander, Cindy Cheung and More to Star in MEAT SUIT at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

The complete cast has been revealed for Aya Ogawa’s MEAT SUIT, or the shitshow of motherhood. The Off-Broadway premiere production is part of Second Stage Theater’s 47th Season.

The Actors Center Welcomes 32 New Members To Its Resident Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025

The Actors Center, a national leader in the creative development of actors, has announced the addition of 32 new members to its Resident Company, a one-of-a-kind program that supports over 300 artists working across theater, film, and television.

Ma-Yi Theater Company to Present Readings by Lisa Sanaye Dring, Đavid Lee Huỳnh, & Jeena Yi
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025

Ma-Yi Theater Company will present a series of three development readings that will conclude with public presentations of works by Lisa Sanaye Dring, Đavid Lee Huỳnh, & Jeena Yi.

Ma-Yi Theater Company Welcomes New Writer in Residence and 2024 Writers Lab Cohort
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024

Ma-Yi Theater Company has announced that Lisa Sanaye Dring has been awarded a 2024 Tow Foundation Playwright Residency. Ma-Yi has also announced the 2024 Ma-Yi Writers Lab cohort, which is the largest collective of AANHPI playwrights in the country.

Interview: POOR YELLA REDNECKS' Ben Levin Discusses Diverse Storytelling, Representation & Why This Show is a Dream Come True
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023

In BroadwayWorld's interview, actor Ben Levin talks about his role in POOR YELLA REDNECKS at Manhattan Theatre Club, and shares what audiences can expect from the show - a roller coaster ride of heartfelt moments, rap, kung fu, and more.

POOR YELLA REDNECKS Extended Through Early December at MTC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023

Manhattan Theatre Club will present a one-week extension for the New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of POOR YELLA REDNECKS at MTC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023

Take a look at the star-studded opening night of POOR YELLA REDNECKS at MTC.

Review Roundup: POOR YELLA REDNECKS at Manhattan Theatre Club
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 1, 2023

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen (Vietgone, Raya and The Last Dragon) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone, Golden Shield), read reviews for the production!

Video: Get a First Look at POOR YELLA REDNECKS at MTC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2023

Get a first look at Poor Yella Rednecks, now running at Manhattan Theatre Club. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: First Look at Qui Nguyen's POOR YELLA REDNECKS at MTC Stage I
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023

Get a first look at photos of Manhattan Theatre Club's New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Manhattan Theatre Club's POOR YELLA REDNECKS Begins Previews Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

POOR YELLA REDNECKS, the New York Premiere, begins previews tonight at Manhattan Theatre Club. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Tickets On Sale Now For Manhattan Theatre Club's POOR YELLA REDNECKS and BROOKLYN LAUNDRY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2023

Tickets are now on sale for Manhattan Theatre Club’s upcoming New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen and directed by May Adrales, and upcoming world premiere of Brooklyn Laundry.

Full Cast Revealed For POOR YELLA REDNECKS at MTC
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2023

The full cast has been announced for the New York Premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen (Vietgone) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone, Golden Shield).

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2023

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 8, 2023

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were given last night, May 7, to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!