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Photos: Jodi Benson and Marcia Mitzman Gaven Join the Cast of PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The four-time extended Off-Broadway play Pen Pals welcomes Disney Legend Jodi Benson and Tony Nominee Marcia Mitzman Gaven. Check out photos of them in the show here!

The Foundry and Spin Cycle to Showcase New Productions in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

The Foundry, in collaboration with Spin Cycle, will present a series of new productions starting in 2025 at their venue in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

Photos: Melissa Gilbert and Veanne Cox in PEN PALS Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2025

You can now get a first look at Melissa Gilbert and Veanne Cox as Bernie and Mags in Pen Pals by Michael Griffo at the DR 2 Off-Broadway.

Photos: Donna Lynne Champlin and Emily Skinner in PEN PALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Pen Pals is currently starring Donna Lynne Champlin and Emily Skinner, as Bernie and Mags at the DR2 Theatre Off-Broadway. See photos of the production.

Photos: Cheyenne Jackson Celebrates Carnegie Hall Debut
by Paul Scolieri - Dec 11, 2025

Cheyenne Jackson made his Carnegie Hall solo artist debut, followed by an after party at Thompson Central Park to celebrate his big night. Check out photos from the party here!

Interview: Theatre Life with Rachel Portman
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 10, 2025

Today’s subject Academy and Emmy Award winning composer Rachel Portman has a career that includes scoring for over100 films, television and a stage musical of Little House on the Prairie. This week her foray into opera can be seen and heard in the Terrace Theater At Kennedy Center as Washington National Opera (WNO) presents The Little Prince as their annual family opera offering. The show runs for only five performances between December 12th and 14th. WNO first performed it 2014. It premiered at Houston Grand Opera in 2003.

Brooke Adams and Marilu Henner to Join PEN PALS Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025

Brooke Adams and Marilu Henner will star as Bernie and Mags in Pen Pals Off-Broadway at the DR2 Theatre, joining the rotating roster of women starring in the production.

PEN PALS Extends for a Fourth and Final Time Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

Pen Pals will present its fourth and final extension, along with an expanded roster of performers. The Off-Broadway play will now continue its run at the DR2 Theatre.

​Catherine Curtin and Marcia Cross to Join PEN PALS Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025

The Off-Broadway play Pen Pals at the DR2 Theatre with its moving portrayal of enduring friendship—and this fall, the production welcomes acclaimed actresses Catherine Curtin and Marcia Cross. Learn more!

THE KITCHEN to End 10 Year Run at Food Network
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 20, 2025

Food Network’s Emmy-nominated weekend chat show, The Kitchen, will celebrate one final holiday season before ending its 10-year run. The final episode of The Kitchen will premiere Saturday, December 13th at 11am ET/PT.

Theater Resources Unlimited to Present 'Is Theater As Gay-Friendly As We Think?'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited will present an upcoming town hall, Queery: Is Theater As Gay-Friendly As We Think?. Learn more and see how to attend.

Two Regional Premieres Come to the Gulf Coast Rep
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025

The Gulf Coast Rep, located in downtown OWA, is gearing up for a new season that will feature two regional premieres, an expansion of their new works program, and the launch of a new Youth Theatre.

Cast Set for NEXT TO NORMAL at Significant Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025

In September, Significant Productions will present Next to Normal - Music by Tom Kitt, Book & Lyrics by Brian Yorkey - as the first production of Season 10 at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol. Learn more!

Theater Resources Unlimited to Present Introduction To Producer Development & Mentorship Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings. Up next is a Free Introduction to their Producer Development & Mentorship Program.

Alison Arngrim to Present CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH to The Cutting Room
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2025

'Little House on the Prairie' former child star, outspoken activist, and TV Land Award winner ALISON ARNGRIM will return to New York with her critically acclaimed CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH. Learn more!

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Star Alison Arngrim Details One-Woman Show Dates
by Josh Sharpe - May 2, 2025

Alison Arngrim, known for her role as Nellie Oleson in the hit series Little House on the Prairie, is scheduled for numerous sold out presentations of her critically acclaimed global sensation Confessions of a Prairie B*tch.

2025 TRU Voices New Musicals Reading Series Winner AMERICA TROPICAL Available on Demand
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

Theater Resources Unlimited in partnership with Streaming Musicals revealed that the 2025 TRU Voices New Musicals Reading Series Winner América Tropical will be available On Demand.

In Scena! Italian Theater Festival to Present Pier Lorenzo Pisano's MATER FAMILIAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025

In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY, New York City's premiere festival of Italian theater happening in all five boroughs, will present Mater Familias written by 2015 Mario Fratti Award-winner Pier Lorenzo Pisano. Learn more!

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE'S Alison Arngrim to Bring Solo Comedy To Atlanta
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025

Former child star, outspoken activist, and TV Land Award winner Alison Arngrim will return to Atlanta with her critically acclaimed CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH. Learn more!

Video: Melissa Gilbert Discusses the Politics of Off-Broadway's STILL
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2025

On Tuesday, Melissa Gilbert joined The View to discuss the new off-Broadway play Still. The show, now playing at The Sheen Center, revolves around a romance between two people who hold opposing political views. Watch the conversation now.

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