Justin Swader News

Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards

by A.A. Cristi — February 10, 2025

Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein.

Cast Set for Chisa Hutchinson's AMERIKIN at Primary Stages

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 5, 2025

PRIMARY STAGES will present Amerikin, written by Chisa Hutchinson and directed by Jade King Carroll.

Review: SMALL at GSP-Robert Montano’s Fascinating Story Comes to Life

by Marina Kennedy — January 21, 2025

'SMALL,' Robert Montano’s autobiographical depiction of his experiences as a young man, is simply performance perfection.

GARSIDE'S CAREER World Premiere Cast Announced At Mint Theater Company

by A.A. Cristi — January 8, 2025

Mint Theater Company has announced the complete cast for the New York Premiere of Garside's Career by Harold Brighouse (Hobson's Choice), directed by Matt Dickson, beginning performances February 1st for a limited engagement.

George Street Playhouse Presents SMALL Beginning In January

by A.A. Cristi — December 19, 2024

George Street Playhouse has announced SMALL, a Penguin Rep Theatre production written and performed by Robert Montano (The Steel Man), and directed by Jessi D.

Cast Set For MRS. LOMAN at Theatre Row

by Stephi Wild — November 19, 2024

The cast has been set for Mrs.

Photos: JEKYLL & HYDE Now Playing at the White Plains Performing Arts Center

by A.A. Cristi — October 11, 2024

The White Plains Performing Arts Center will present its Mainstage production, JEKYLL & HYDE, now playing through October 20.

Cast Announced For PRU PAYNE At SpeakEasy Stage

by A.A. Cristi — September 26, 2024

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Review: THE STEEL MAN Forges Forth at Penguin Rep Theatre.

by Bruce Apar — September 15, 2024

At the center of the orbit of mashed-up relationships is the consummate performance of Sam Guncler.

Penguin Rep Presents World Premiere Of THE STEEL MAN

by A.A. Cristi — August 30, 2024

Penguin Rep Theatre has announced the world premiere of THE STEEL MAN, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato, starting September 6 in Stony Point, New York.

Jen Cody, Susan Cella, and More Set for STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Sharon Playhouse

by Blair Ingenthron — August 17, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue nestled in the picturesque Northwest Corner of Connecticut, has announced their highly anticipated production of Steel Magnolias.

Tony-Nominee Jayne Atkinson Leads Dorset Theatre Festival World Premiere Of True Art

by A.A. Cristi — August 12, 2024

Dorset Theatre Festival has announced that Jayne Atkinson, best known for her Tony Award–nominated roles in The Rainmaker and Enchanted April, will lead the World Premiere of True Art by Jessica Provenz, directed by Michelle Joyner, playing August 21 through September 7, 2024 at the Dorset

Photos: Richard Maltby, Jr. & David Shire And Didi Conn Visit THE SABBATH GIRL At 59E59 Theaters

by A.A. Cristi — August 9, 2024

The songwriting team of Richard Maltby, Jr.

Photos: THE SABBATH GIRL Celebrates Opening Night at 59E59 Theaters

by Genevieve Rafter Keddy — July 29, 2024

Penguin Rep Theatre opened the Off-Broadway premiere of A Sabbath Girl: A New Musical, with book by Cary Gitter, lyrics by Neil Berg and Cary Gitter, music by Neil Berg, and conceived and directed by Joe Brancato last night, Sunday, July 28th, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festi

Photos: Penguin Rep's THE SABBATH GIRL at 59E59 Theaters

by Blair Ingenthron — July 28, 2024

Check out production photos from Penguin Rep Theatre's Off-Broadway premiere of A Sabbath Girl: A New Musical, starring Marilyn Caserta, Diana DiMarzio, and more!

Photos: Meet the Cast of THE SABBATH GIRL At 59E59 Theaters

by A.A. Cristi — July 15, 2024

Penguin Rep Theatre has released first look photos of the cast of the Off-Broadway premiere of A Sabbath Girl: A New Musical, with book by Cary Gitter, lyrics by Neil Berg and Cary Gitter, music by Neil Berg, and conceived and directed by Joe Brancato.