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Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, February 16- with Patrick Page, Robert Cuccioli and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2021


Today (February 16) in live streaming: Laura Osnes sings with Seth Rudetsky, Josh Groban in concert, and more!

BWW Review: BASEMENTS & BUGBEARS - New Web Series Sets The Table For Suicide Prevention
by Herbert Paine - Jan 28, 2021


Little y's first episode of a new series, BASEMENTS & BUGBEARS, sets The Table for what promises to be an engaging and compelling series dealing “with issues such as teen mental health, the complexities of exploring and accepting queer identity, and, ultimately, the good that gaming can bring to those that immerse themselves in their stories.” Premieres online at www.bnbwebseries.com at 7:00 p.m. EST on February 19th.

Planet Connections Winter Zoom Fest Presents, LIP SERVICE: Life, Art, And Tokenism
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2020


Planet Winter Zoom Fest presents, 'LIP SERVICE: Life, Art, and Tokenism.' A monologue and short plays that explore the bare minimum of inclusion.

Brave New World Rep to Revive THE PLANTATION on Zoom
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2020


Motivated by the Black Lives Matter protests that followed the murder of George Floyd, Brooklyn's Brave New World Rep has announced plans to revive The Plantation, adapted from Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard, set in 1870 Virginia.

Cast Chosen For Planet Connections Rep Of Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2019


Planet Connections' starts out 2020 with 'DARK PLANET: Not Your Mother's Valentine's Day,' short plays unapologetically looking at life through a clever a?" albeit caustic a?" lens. Frank, Funny, Engaging, Engrossing, and Enlightening, Performing Thursdays & Fridays, February 6 a?" 21, at the Theater at the 14th Street Y, 344 E 14th St, NYC. This event a?" celebrating the diversity of the performing arts & artists of NYC a?" will be accompanied by an opening night party and special Valentine's Day event.

Primary Stages Announces Play Selections For ESPA Drills 2019
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2019


Primary Stages announced today the selections for ESPA Drills 2019, a developmental play program that provides staged readings to four playwrights selected by blind submission, for scripts developed at Primary Stages ESPA. Presented by Primary Stages Einhorn School of Performing Arts (ESPA), the plays are workshopped under the guidance of the Primary Stages ESPA staff. All readings are free and open to the public and will be held at The Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street) on Monday, April 1 and Monday, April 8, 2019.

DOG SEES GOD at Exit II Theater Company this September
by Rebecca Russo - Aug 31, 2018


Exit II Theater Company, a rising Theater Company based in Brooklyn, New York, is excited to present a brand new production of the contemporary comedy Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead by Bert V. Royal this fall at the Actors Fund Arts Center.

Daring Production Presents A New LGBTQ+ Adaptation Of ROMEO AND JULIET
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2018


A new, limited run off-Broadway show brings a daring production of Romeo/Juliet, asking the question: what is honest love versus what are societal expectations?

Daring Production Presents A New LGBTQ+ Adaptation Of ROMEO AND JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2018


A new, limited run off-Broadway show brings a daring production of Romeo/Juliet, asking the question: what is honest love versus what are societal expectations?

The Civil War Is Not Over... Brave New World Rep Presents Immersive Production of THE PLANTATION
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2017


Brave New World Repertory Theatre (BNW) presents The Plantation, the bold new adaptation of Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard set in 1870 Virginia after the emancipation of the slaves but before the onset of Jim Crow.

The Civil War Is Not Over... Brave New World Rep to Present Immersive Production of THE PLANTATION
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2017


Brave New World Repertory Theatre (BNW) presents The Plantation, the bold new adaptation of Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard set in 1870 Virginia after the emancipation of the slaves but before the onset of Jim Crow.

Photo Flash: Sarah Fernandez and Lauren Baez Bring DOS DIVAS to Feinstein's/54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2017


Sarah Fernandez and Lauren Baez made their Feinstein's/54 Below debut on August 5th in their show, Dos Divas! Both hailing from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, these two Broadway newcomers joined forces for one night only to bring their Latina flair and love of belting to the 54 Below stage.

Brave New World presents Immersive THE CHERRY ORCHARD, 8/31-9/24
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2017


Brave New World Repertory Theatre (BNW) presents The Plantation, the bold new adaptation of Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard set in 1870 Virginia after the emancipation of the slaves but before the onset of Jim Crow.

Sarah Fernandez and Lauren Baez Bring DOS DIVAS to Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2017


Sarah Fernandez and Lauren Baez make their Feinstein's/54 Below debut in their show, Dos Divas! From NYU's Tisch School of the Arts comes two fierce newcomers to the Broadway scene. With their unique sense of versatility - ranging from the Golden Age of Musical Theatre to pop hits of the 21st Century - these two Latina beltresses join forces on stage in this special one night only performance to convey through song and story the trials and tribulations of what it takes to make it in New York City.

Michael Feinstein, BANDSTAND, Tovah Feldshuh and More Coming Up This August at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2017


This August, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for details!

Sarah Fernandez and Lauren Baez Bring DOS DIVAS to Feinstein's/54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2017


Sarah Fernandez and Lauren Baez make their Feinstein's/54 Below debut in their show, Dos Divas! From NYU's Tisch School of the Arts comes two fierce newcomers to the Broadway scene. With their unique sense of versatility - ranging from the Golden Age of Musical Theatre to pop hits of the 21st Century - these two Latina beltresses join forces on stage in this special one night only performance to convey through song and story the trials and tribulations of what it takes to make it in New York City.

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