Max Vernon News

Second Volume of Musical Theater Today to Feature Rachel Bloom, David Henry Hwang, and More

by Julie Musbach — July 10, 2018

After the success of its inaugural issue last summer, the second volume of Musical Theater Today is set for release on July 16, 2018.

BWW Review: THE VIEW UPSTAIRS at Circle Theatre

by Patrick Rybarczyk — July 9, 2018

Uptown Players Announce 2018/2019 Season And Bonus Shows

by Julie Musbach — July 9, 2018

Uptown Players, a professional theater group located in the Uptown area of Dallas, has announced its 2018-2019 season at the Kalita Humphreys Theater and Moody Performance Hall.

Photo Flash: Circle Theatre Presents Chicago Premiere THE VIEW UPSTAIRS

by A.A. Cristi — June 27, 2018

THE VIEW UPSTAIRS, a musical by Max Vernon, whose musical KPOP won Best Musical honors in off-Broadway's Lortel Awards and was also nominated for seven Drama Desk awards, is inspired by real life events of the 1973 arson attack at the UpStairs Lounge, a vibrant gay bar in New Orleans.

MUSICAL THEATER TODAY VOLUME 2 Launches July 16th! Featuring Rachel Bloom, Michael John LaChiusa, David Henry Hwang and More

by Stephi Wild — June 27, 2018

After the success of it's inaugural issue last summer, the second volume of Musical Theater Today is set for release on July 16, 2018.

The Kimmel Center & Joe's Pub Join Forces

by Julie Musbach — June 21, 2018

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and Joe's Pub at The Public join forces once again for the Kimmel Center Theater Residency.

Photo Flash: First Look at Circle Theatre's Chicago Premiere of THE VIEW UPSTAIRS

by A.A. Cristi — June 8, 2018

THE VIEW UPSTAIRS, a musical by Max Vernon, is inspired by real life events of the 1973 arson attack at the UpStairs Lounge, a vibrant gay bar in New Orleans, and pays tribute to many of the patrons that frequented the venue.

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at the Drama Desk Awards!

by Linda Lenzi — June 4, 2018

Winners for the 63rd Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced just last night at The Town Hall.

Who Won Big at the Drama Desk Awards? Full List!

by Nicole Rosky — June 3, 2018

The time has come for the 63rd Annual Drama Desk Awards, hosted by Michael Urie, June 3 (8:00 PM) at The Town Hall in Manhattan.

Ars Nova Announces 2018-2019 Season Including Opening of Ars Nova at Greenwich House

by Julie Musbach — May 22, 2018

Ars Nova, 'one of the most adventurous Off-Broadway companies' (New York Times), under the leadership of Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan and Managing Director Renee Blinkwolt, is pleased to announce programming for its 2018-2019 season, which marks a rich expansion of the non-profit's unique

Breaking: Glenda Jackson, CURSED CHILD, THE BAND'S VISIT & More Win at the 2018 Drama League Awards!

by Nicole Rosky — May 18, 2018

The Drama League (Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, Executive Artistic Director) today announced the 2018 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished

Rhinebeck Writers Retreat Announces 2018 Writers, Including Tony, Emmy, Jonathan Larson, And Kleban Winners

by Stephi Wild — May 17, 2018

Founding Executive Director Kathy Evans announced the 19 writers of 9 new musicals in this summer's Rhinebeck Writers Retreat.

Circle Theatre Announces Cast of Chicago Premiere of THE VIEW UPSTAIRS

by Julie Musbach — May 16, 2018

Complete cast and crew were announced today for Circle's Chicago premiere production of THE VIEW UPSTAIRS, a musical by Max Vernon, whose musical KPOP last week won Best Musical honors in off-Broadway's Lortel Awards and is also nominated for seven Drama Desk awards.

Photo Coverage: Awards Season Continues! Nominees Pose at the Drama Desk Awards Reception

by Jennifer Broski — May 10, 2018

Awards season continues! Just yesterday Drama Desk nominees gathered at the Hotel Edison's Friedman's (W.

Ars Nova Announces Line-Up for 11th Annual ANT Fest

by Julie Musbach — May 7, 2018

Ars Nova is pleased to announce the line-up for its 11th Annual ANT Fest (June 4-28), four non-stop, throw-down weeks of live entertainment mayhem, featuring fresh material from the next wave of dynamic, indie-theater makers.

Photo Coverage: It's the Best of Off-Broadway! On the Red Carpet at the Lortel Awards

by Walter McBride — May 7, 2018

Just last night, the 2018 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out to recipients in 19 categories, with three honorary awards also bestowed.

2018 Lucille Lortel Award Winners - Full List!

by Robert Diamond — May 6, 2018

The Off-Broadway League are presenting awards in 19 categories for the 33rd Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway and we're bringing you the winners live.

Breaking: CAROUSEL, SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Lead the Pack with Drama Desk Awards Nominations; The Full List!

by Nicole Rosky — April 26, 2018

In the past few weeks, we've watched the nominations roll in.

Photo Flash: Teens Write Tunes for the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge

by Nicole Rosky — April 24, 2018

The final presentation of the recently expanded Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge, took place just last night.