Jamal James News

Review: FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIRE DE LUNE at Shakespeare & Company

by Marc Savitt — August 4, 2026

The two-hour play (presented with one 15-minute intermission) has earned widespread praise for its raw emotional depth, humor, and tender romance.

FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE to Star Jennifer Apple and Jamal James at Shakespeare & Company

by A.A. Cristi — July 24, 2026

Shakespeare & Company announced the cast of Terrence McNally's FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE, with Elliott Norton Award-winner Jennifer Apple and Jamal James starring at the Elayne P.

THE MONSTERS Cast & Creative Team Unveiled at La Jolla Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — May 7, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre.

AUTISM SPEAKS Celebrity Chef Gala at Cipriani Wall Street on 4/1

by Marina Kennedy — March 27, 2025

The 2025 Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala takes place on Tuesday, April 1st, at Cipriani Wall Street.

A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to Forward Theater

by Stephi Wild — March 12, 2025

For their final production in the 2024-25 season, Forward Theater Company will present A Case for the Existence of God by Samuel D.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Opens at The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 15, 2022

Enjoy a holiday tradition in the 19th century charm of historic Arrow Rock, as the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre presents Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol for the eighth year!

Photos: First Look at THE MOORS and LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST At American Players Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — August 18, 2022

American Players Theatre (APT) is preparing to enter tech rehearsals for the summer’s second rep of performances to join the five shows currently playing.

Photos: First Look at THE RIVER BRIDE at American Players Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — June 23, 2022

American Players Theatre (APT) will open two more plays this week.

Photos: First Look at SENSE & SENSIBILITY at American Players Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — June 23, 2022

American Players Theatre (APT) will open two more plays this week.

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre Announces EXPAND THE CANON

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 31, 2021

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre challenges American theaters to diversify the canon with the second year of this powerful resource: an annual curated list of classic plays by women playwrights.

BWW Review: ROUGH CROSSING at American Players Theatre

by Scott Rawson — July 5, 2021

It was another beautiful day up The Hill.

Photo Flash: First Look at ROUGH CROSSING at American Players Theatre

by Stephi Wild — July 3, 2021

Two established playwrights hoping to refresh their careers take their show on the road.

BWW Review: AN IMPROBABLE FICTION at American Players Theatre

by Scott Rawson — June 17, 2021

Tonight’s festivities are especially exciting, James DeVita’s “An Improbable Fiction”! Six improbable Shakespearean characters hang out at The Boar’s Head Tavern during the plague

46 PLAYS FOR AMERICA'S FIRST LADIES to be Presented by Forward Theater

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 19, 2021

As part of a rolling world premiere, Forward Theater Company will present its final production in the 2020-21 season, 46 Plays for America’s First Ladies, by Chloe Johnston, Sharon Greene, Genevra Gallo-Bayiates, Bilal Dardai, and Andy Bayiates.

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, October 1- with Orfeh & Andy Karl, Next On Stage: Dance Edition, and More!

by Nicole Rosky — October 1, 2020

Today (October 1) in live streaming: The Next On Stage Dance Edition top 3, Orfeh & Andy Karl visit Backstage Live, and so much more!

Expand The Canon Announces Inaugural List Of Plays

by A.A. Cristi — September 21, 2020

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre in partnership with Ma-Yi Theater Company, American Players Theatre, and The Classical Theatre of Harlem is thrilled to announce the curated 2020 EXPAND THE CANON plays.

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre, Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Classical Theatre of Harlem Launch EXPAND THE CANON

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 25, 2020

Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre is partnering with Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Classical Theatre of Harlem to launch their new initiative, EXPAND THE CANON, an annual curated list of nine classical plays that are timely, producible, and written by a diverse group of women.