Matthew Craig News

Known for 'reliably surprising, and reliably impressive” (The New York Times) performances, the JACK Quartet makes its Penn Live Arts debut in the world premiere of composer Natacha Diels' Beautiful Trouble on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 8:00pm.

Get a first look at photos of Crazy For You at the Gillian Lynne Theatre!

The National Negro Opera Company House in Pittsburgh has been named one of the most endangered places by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The brand new musical St. Anne Comes Home was written and composed by Jack Miles. The production runs from 29 – 30 August at St. Paul’s Church Courtyard, Covent Garden as part of Iris Theatre’s Summer Festival. Martha Geelan directs Jordan Castle (James), Mathew Craig (Russell) and Rebecca McKinnis (Bridget).

The Waterville Opera House (WOH) is delighted to be your guide to the land over the rainbow we all know and love -- the magical land of Oz - as they present an unforgettable production of the classic heart-warming musical The Wizard of Oz! Opening on Friday, April 5th, this production will run through Sunday, April 14th at the wonderful Waterville Opera House located in historic downtown Waterville, Maine. With family-friendly times scheduled each weekend, your family is sure to enjoy this memorable musical adventure that reminds us all there's truly 'no place like home.'

A young woman seeks personal independence without understanding what that truly entails in August Strindberg timeless drama Miss Julie. Adapted by Craig Lucas and based on a literal translation from Anders Cato, Miss Julie will be performed at The Matthew Corozine Studio Theatre, located at 357 West 36 Street, Suite 202.

A young woman seeks personal independence without understanding what that truly entails in August Strindberg timeless drama Miss Julie. Adapted by Craig Lucas and based on a literal translation from Anders Cato, Miss Julie will be performed at The Matthew Corozine Studio Theatre, located at 357 West 36 Street, Suite 202.

Donna/Madonna, the critically acclaimed, award-winning solo show written and performed by JP Karliak, will return to the Lounge Theatre in Hollywood for a special engagement of four performances only, it was announced today by Rizzo 39 Productions. Directed by Tiger Reel and Matthew Craig, Donna/Madonna is set to run tonight, September 10, through Sunday, September 13 only. 

Donna/Madonna, the critically acclaimed, award-winning solo show written and performed by JP Karliak, will return to the Lounge Theatre in Hollywood for a special engagement of four performances only, it was announced today by Rizzo 39 Productions. Directed by Tiger Reel and Matthew Craig, Donna/Madonna is set to run Thursday, September 10 - Sunday, September 13 only. 

The San Pedro Theatre Club presents CABARET, a musical based on a book written by Christopher Isherwood, with music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb. The production is directed by Drew Fitzsimmons and Victoria Miller, who also choreographed, with music directed by Leslie Sharp. The intimate 78-seat theater allows the actors to interact with the audience on several occasions, making it really feel as if we are inside the small German cabaret rather than watching a show about it.

Director and choreographer Doug King will helm Monty Python's SPAMALOT at the Civic Theatre, beginning tonight, February 22, 2014. Also featuring Music Director Eunice Wadewitz, Stage Manager Emma Ashmawi, and Assist. Stage Managers Bobbi Jo Carroll and Brittney Koza. The show will be performed at the Arts United Center in downtown Fort Wayne.

Director and choreographer Doug King will helm Monty Python's SPAMALOT at the Civic Theatre, beginning February 22, 2014. Also featuring Music Director Eunice Wadewitz, Stage Manager Emma Ashmawi, and Assist. Stage Managers Bobbi Jo Carroll and Brittney Koza. The show will be performed at the Arts United Center in downtown Fort Wayne.

Rizzo 39 Productions has announced a two night only engagement of Donna/Madonna at the Chance Theatre in Anaheim on August 6 and 13. Written and performed by John Paul Karliak, Donna/Madonna is directed by Tiger Reel and Matthew Craig. Curtain time for both performances is 8pm.

Award-winning composer of stage and screen Matthew Strachan will perform an evening of his music and lyrics including several of his songs from Nashville and numbers from his stage musicals for one night only at The Pheasantry, 152 King's Road, Chelsea, tonight, 15 July at 8pm. He will be joined by special West End star guests including Rosalie Craig, Louise Gold and Kim Ismay.

Rizzo 39 Productions has announced two night only engagements of Donna/Madonna at the Lyric Theatre in Los Angeles (July 24 & 25), and at the Chance Theatre in Anaheim (August 6 & 13). Written and performed byJohn Paul Karliak, Donna/Madonna is directed by Tiger Reel and Matthew Craig. Curtain time for all performances is 8pm.

Award-winning composer of stage and screen Matthew Strachan will perform an evening of his music and lyrics including several of his songs from Nashville and numbers from his stage musicals for one night only at The Pheasantry, 152 King's?Road, Chelsea, on Sunday 15 July at 8pm. He will be joined by special West End star guests including Rosalie Craig, Louise Gold and Kim Ismay.

Rizzo 39 Productions proudly presents the award-winning Donna/Madonna as part of the 14th annual New York International Fringe Festival - FringeNYC. The solo musical comedy debuted in New York last November as part of the United Solo Theatre Festival, where it was named 'Best One-Man Show.' Fresh from its Los Angeles debut this July, Donna/Madonna will appear at the Players Theatre (115 MacDougal St, NYC 10012) under the following schedule: THU 8/18 @ 5:15PM; FRI 8/19 @ 2PM; SAT 8/20 @ 4:45PM; WED 8/24 @ 9PM; THU 8/25 @ 7PM (this date followed by a talkback as part of the FringeHIGH program for teenage theatergoers)

Rizzo 39 Productions proudly presents the award-winning Donna/Madonna as part of the 14th annual New York International Fringe Festival - FringeNYC. The solo musical comedy debuted in New York last November as part of the United Solo Theatre Festival, where it was named 'Best One-Man Show.' Fresh from its Los Angeles debut this July, Donna/Madonna will appear at the Players Theatre (115 MacDougal St, NYC 10012) under the following schedule: THU 8/18 @ 5:15PM; FRI 8/19 @ 2PM; SAT 8/20 @ 4:45PM; WED 8/24 @ 9PM; THU 8/25 @ 7PM (this date followed by a talkback as part of the FringeHIGH program for teenage theatergoers)

Rizzo 39 Productions has announced a limited engagement of Donna/Madonna at the Lounge Theatre in Hollywood. This new solo show, written and performed by John Paul Karliak, is directed by Tiger Reel and Matthew Craig. Donna/Madonna is set to open on Wednesday, July 6 and play a limited engagement through August 10 only.