Melia Bensussen News

Hartford Stage has released a first look at rehearsal footage for Hurricane Diane, the final production of its 2024/2025 season. The Obie-winning play runs June 5–29, 2025.

Hartford Stage has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Hurricane Diane, Madeleine George's provocative comedy that reimagines Greek mythology in a modern suburban, New Jersey setting.

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center has unveiled its 2025 summer conference lineup as well as a formal expansion of its developmental  programming into the fall and winter seasons. Learn more!

Watch a first look at Hartford Stage’s upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet, directed by Artistic Director Melia Bensussen, running April 17–May 18, 2025.

Hartford Stage has promoted Director of Development Jennifer Levine to the newly-formed role of Director of External Relations. Learn more about Levine here!

You won’t want to miss this production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet from Hartford Stage Artistic Director, Melia Bensussen (The Winter’s Tale, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, All My Sons, Simona’s Search). Watch the video!

Hartford Stage has revealed the lineup for the Tony Award-winning theater’s 2025/2026 season, including a world premiere and more. See the full lineup and learn more.

Hartford Stage has revealed the artistic team for its upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!

Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford have announced a co-production of Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, as part of their upcoming 25/26 seasons.

Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford will join Mayor of Hartford Arunan Arulampalam and Executive Director of the Hartford Chamber of Commerce Julio Concepción for a press conference to announce a partnership.

Marsha Mason, Jacqueline Hubbard, Semina De Laurentis among honorees at CT Theater Women Awards March 3 in Ridgefield. Songs and dramatic excerpts will round out the night.

Hartford Stage has revealed the cast and artistic team for its upcoming production of the stylish and playful comedy Laughs in Spanish, a contemporary caper set on the eve of Art Basel — the major art event in Miami. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Hartford Stage has shared that Jacques Cartier, the well-respected theater director, educator and founder of Hartford Stage Company, passed away in December 2024 at age 94.

Playing on Air is back, celebrating its current season launch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, plus an audio premieres, by some of the most exciting voices in theatre.

Playing on Air is celebrating its relaunch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, audience favorites, and audio premieres by some of the most exciting voices in theatre today.

Hartford Stage has revealed the artistic team for its upcoming production of August Wilson's Two Trains Running directed by Gilbert McCauley. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

SDC announced the results of its 2024 Executive Board election, highlighting new leadership roles and the organization's future direction. Discover the elected members and their upcoming initiatives.

Experience the return of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Hartford Stage this season, offering a classic holiday experience for audiences.

Hartford Stage has announced that their Set the Stage fundraising campaign has surpassed $9 million dollars thanks to the early support from Hartford's corporate community and generous individuals.

According to Harvard Business Journal, Hartford Stage has launched a $20M fundraising campaign, which has already raised more than $9M.