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Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Reveals Mentor and Host Theatre For The 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Residency Program
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2023


SDCF has announced the host theatre for its 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Residency program: St. Louis Black Repertory Co (The Black Rep) in St. Louis, MO. Applications are being accepted now for a Resident Artist, who will be mentored by The Black Rep's Producing Director Ron Himes for one year while also undertaking their own artistic projects at the host theatre.

Marin Ireland, Zachary James & Erik Lochtefeld to Star in SPAIN at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023


Get all the details on the upcoming production of SPAIN at Second Stage Theater, including the star-studded cast featuring Marin Ireland, Zachary James, and Erik Lochtefeld. Find out when and where you can catch this highly anticipated show.

Full Cast & Creative Team Unveiled for The Acting Company's World Premiere of Lisa Peterson's ODYSSEY 
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2023


The Acting Company has revealed the full cast and creative team for Lisa Peterson's world premiere of ODYSSEY. Get all the details and book your tickets now.

Introducing the Cast and Creative Team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Get an exclusive look at the star-studded cast and talented creative team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company. Meet the actors and creatives bringing this epic story to life in a captivating stage adaptation. Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness their incredible talents in action.

World Premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell & More Set for Soho Rep 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Get ready for an incredible season of theater at Soho Rep, featuring world premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell, and more. Find out what exciting productions are coming up and experience the groundbreaking work of these talented artists.

Christine Toy Johnson's THE SECRET WISDOM OF TREES & More Set for FST's Summer New Play Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023


Experience the latest and greatest in new theatre at FST's annual Summer New Play Festival. Discover the must-see productions and get your tickets now for a summer of cutting-edge theatre. Don't miss out on the hottest new plays at this highly anticipated festival.

Congo Square Theatre Company Celebrates 25th Anniversary Of Producing Transformative Black Theater In 2023-24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2023


Founded in 1999, Congo Square Theatre Company (Congo Square), one of the nation’s premier African American ensemble theater companies, celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2023-2024 with a powerful theatrical season honoring the myriad experiences that make up Black culture. A

Black Playwrights Initiative Festival Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2023


 Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor has announced the 2023 Black Playwrights Initiative (BPI) Festival, July 11-15, 2023 at Black Ensemble Theater. 

Frank Wood, Abubakr Ali & b Join TOROS at Second Stage Theater Uptown
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023


Complete casting has been set for Second Stage Theater's TOROS by Danny Tejera and directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Denise O'Neal Talks FADE TO BLACK at MATCH
by Brett Cullum - Jun 21, 2023


Read Broadwayworld's interview with Denise O'Neal about Fade To Black.

New Plays by Paula Vogel, Jen Silverman and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins Included in Second Stage Theater's 2023/24 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 15, 2023


Second Stage Theater has just announced three initial productions for its upcoming 45th Anniversary Season. Check out the full lineup here!

John J. Caswell, Jr.'s WET BRAIN Extended at Playwrights Horizons
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


Playwrights Horizons and MCC Theater have revealed a one-week extension of the world premiere of John J. Caswell, Jr.’s Wet Brain, directed by Dustin Wills, to July 2. 

Bid on Two Tickets to the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington D.C.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2023


The Kennedy Center Honors is offering a pair of its coveted tickets to this year's event to raise funds for Playwrights Horizons.

Second Generation Productions Brings SHORT STACK 2 to Ma-Yi Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2023


Second Generation Productions (2G), in partnership with Ma-Yi Theater Company, will present Short Stack 2, a 2nd annual festival of short plays by Asian American playwrights.

American Theater Group Hosts Social Media Talk Back after Thursday Performance of RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023


American Theater Group (ATG), Central Jersey’s professional regional theater company, will host a panel discussion on Social Media Power and Control following its 7pm performance of the new play Right to Be Forgotten on Thursday, June 8th at JCC MetroWest in West Orange. 

Cleveland Play House to Present THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, AMADEUS, and More in 108th Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 3, 2023


Check out the lineup for Cleveland Play House's 108th Season here!

Review: The Third Annual BIPOC Playwrights Festival Chooses a Finalist at Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte
by Vickie Evans - Jun 1, 2023


THE THIRD ANNUAL BIPOC PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL CHOSES A FINALIST at Comedy Arts Theater Of Charlotte? The event was presented to a sold-out audience. It was a delightful event that showcased four well-written staged readings written by playwrights of color.

Pao Arts Center, CHUANG Stage, and AATAB to Present New Bilingual Workshop Reading FLIGHT OF A LEGLESS BIRD
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2023


Pao Arts Center, in collaboration with CHUANG Stage and Asian American Theatre Artists of Boston (AATAB), will present the workshop reading of Flight of a Legless Bird (in Chinese: 無腳鳥的飛行), taking place at Pao Arts Center on Friday, June 2 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, June 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Sara Porkalob's DRAGON LADY & More Set for Marin Theatre Company 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2023


Marin Theatre Company has announced the four productions that will make up the company’s 2023/24 season. Learn how to purchase tickets!

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