Hortense News

Boston Playwrights' Theatre Presents BOSTON THEATER MARATHON XXIV, May 1

by A.A. Cristi — April 7, 2022

Boston Playwrights' Theatre announces the in-person return of its annual celebration of new short plays.

New Dance Alliance Announces 36th Annual Performance Mix Festival, June 9-12

by A.A. Cristi — April 4, 2022

New Dance Alliance announces the lineup for the 36th annual Performance Mix Festival.

Book SMALL ISLAND Tickets Now With Our Exclusive Prices

by Marianka Swain — April 1, 2022

Hortense yearns for a new life away from rural Jamaica, Gilbert dreams of becoming a lawyer and Queenie longs to escape her Lincolnshire roots.

HOLIDAY IN HEAVEN Comes to Theater For The New City Next Month

by Stephi Wild — March 15, 2022

From April 7 to April 24 Theater for the New City (TNC) will present HOLIDAY IN HEAVEN, a new musical by Demetria Daniels, with music by Stephen Cornine and directed by Robert Leibowitz.

J2 Spotlight's THE BAKER'S WIFE Opens Tonight

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 10, 2022

J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company is opening the third production of its 2022 season, Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and Joseph Stein’s (book) celebrated musical The Baker’s Wife, based on the film La Femme de Boulanger by Marcel Pagnol and Jean Giono tonight, Thursday, March 10 at Th

Vibraphonist Joel Ross to Appear at DACAMERA With Harpist Brandee Younger and GOOD VIBES

by Marissa Tomeo — March 3, 2022

DACAMERA, a Houston-based presenter of chamber music and jazz concerts, announces vibraphonist Joel Ross on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Cullen Theater, Wortham Theater Center.

BWW Review: SMALL ISLAND, National Theatre

by Aliya Al-Hassan — March 4, 2022

Rufus Norris’ stage production of Andrea Levy’s Small Island was hailed as a triumph on its debut in 2019.

Cast Announced for THE BAKER'S WIFE at J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 15, 2022

J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company announced the company, along with photos from the first day of rehearsal, for the organization’s third production of its 2022 season, Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and Joseph Stein’s (book) celebrated musical The Baker’s Wife, based on the film La Fem

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For SMALL ISLAND at the Olivier Theatre

by Stephi Wild — February 15, 2022

Rehearsal images for the critically acclaimed production of Small Island are released today.

Cast Announced For SMALL ISLAND As Rehearsals Begin

by Stephi Wild — January 12, 2022

Casting for the revival of the critically acclaimed production Small Island is announced today as the company begin rehearsals.

Chelsea Table + Stage Announces Concert Series to Benefit the Hurricane Ida Relief Fund

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 28, 2021

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE has announced a special partnership with Jazz Foundation of America for a unique concert series to benefit the Hurricane Ida Relief Fund.

The Umbrella Stage Company to Present Special Program Exploring the Filipino American Experience

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 13, 2021

In recognition of Filipino American Heritage Month, The Umbrella Stage Company will present a special program exploring the Filipino American Experience through the dramatic writing and production process as part of the 29th annual 2021 Concord Festival of Authors.

National Theatre Announces Lineup for November 2021 - February 2022

by Stephi Wild — September 23, 2021

The National Theatre today announces the on-sale dates of upcoming productions Trouble in Mind, Wuthering Heights and Small Island, as well as the return of daytime opening for visitors.

SpeakEasy Stage Announces THE BOSTON PROJECT: PROJECT RESILIENCE

by A.A. Cristi — June 10, 2021

From June 18-30, SpeakEasy Stage Company will proudly stream THE BOSTON PROJECT: PROJECT RESILIENCE, six World Premiere, site-specific, ten-minute plays written by local playwrights that celebrate the unique and enduring spirit of Boston and its residents.