Alvin McCraney News

Cast Set for NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 12, 2024

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will open its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off.

Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu Receive 2024 Joyce Award

by Stephi Wild — July 31, 2024

Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu today were announced as recipients of the Joyce Foundation’s 2024 Joyce Awards, receiving a landmark grant of $100,000 to support a new commission, including $30,000 allocated for an artist stipend.

2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17

by A.A. Cristi — July 11, 2024

Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.

Cast Set For THE BROTHERS SIZE at Geffen Playhouse

by Stephi Wild — June 25, 2024

Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for The Brothers Size, written by Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director and Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Olivier Award-nominated Bijan Sheibani.

Cast Set For SOMEONE SPECTACULAR at The Pershing Square Signature Center

by Stephi Wild — June 13, 2024

Full casting has been announced for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Domenica Feraud, directed by Tatiana Pandiani.

Tarell Alvin McCraney to Deliver Keynote Address at UCLA

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 5, 2024

Tarell Alvin McCraney, artistic director of the Geffen Playhouse, will deliver the keynote address at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's 77th annual commencement ceremony.

SWEENEY TODD, TWELFTH NIGHT and More Set For Portland Center Stage's 2024-2025 Season

by Stephi Wild — May 29, 2024

Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

SURRENDER Will Have London Run Ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe

by Stephi Wild — May 24, 2024

HFH Productions has announced a play set for a London run ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer.

Riverside's National Theatre Of Parramatta Announces 2024 'Staging The World' Program Participants

by A.A. Cristi — May 22, 2024

National Theatre of Parramatta (NTofP) has announced the 2024 Staging the World Mentorship Program participants.

CLOSET WRITER Staged Reading to be Presented at Theater555

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 15, 2024

Masterworks Theater Company and Theater555, in association with the George Street Playhouse’s “The Next Dramatist Program”, will present a staged reading presentation of *“Closet Writer,” inspired by the reflections of Tawana Smith, by Antu Jacob.

JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More Set For Arena Stage's 2024/25 Season

by Stephi Wild — May 14, 2024

Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics.

Casts of HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More to Perform at New Dramatists Spring Luncheon

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 6, 2024

New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis.

Bartlett Sher, Bob Martin, Adam Guettel & More Set for Alliance Theatre's 24/25 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 25, 2024

Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed the productions for the 56th season.

Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards

by Nicole Rosky — April 19, 2024

The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony.

Review: CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre

by Theresa Bertram — March 29, 2024

What did our critic think of CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre? Relevant.

Beth Hyland to Receive Williamstown Theatre Festival's L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 28, 2024

Williamstown Theatre Festival has named Beth Hyland as the recipient of the 2024 L.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 27, 2024

Check out photos from opening night of Purpose at Steppenwolf Theatre Company.

Vineyard Theatre Announces Spring Reading Series WORKS IN PROGRESS: FEARLESSLY MADE IN NEW YORK!

by A.A. Cristi — March 20, 2024

Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.

WAITING FOR GODOT With Rainn Wilson, and More Set For Geffen Playhouse's 2024/2025 Season

by Stephi Wild — March 19, 2024

Geffen Playhouse has announced six productions that will make up the 2024/2025 season lineup, marking the inaugural season from Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney.

LEROY AND LUCY World Premiere, NOISES OFF & More Announced For Steppenwolf's 2024/2025 Season

by Joshua Wright — March 13, 2024

Steppenwolf Theatre Company, under the leadership of Artistic Directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis and Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, has announced its 2024/25 Season, featuring several Chicago and world premieres.