Michael Korie News

Photos: WHO KILLED JOAN CRAWFORD? Extended at Island City Stage

by A.A. Cristi — October 15, 2026

Michael Leeds' campy murder mystery comedy sold out its first three weekends at Island City Stage in Fort Lauderdale and has been extended through November 1.

Photos: Celia Berk Releases FOUR SEASONS OF SONG Album

by Rachel Stone — October 13, 2026

Vocalist Celia Berk released her fourth album, a 17-track song cycle combining her seasonal EPs with works by Sondheim, Berlin, and Styne, co-produced by Tony and Grammy winner Scott Lehrer.

WHO KILLED JOAN CRAWFORD? to Open Island City Stage's 15th Season

by A.A. Cristi — September 17, 2026

Island City Stage will revive Michael Leeds' comedy about five men dressed as Joan Crawford at a surprise birthday party that turns deadly.

OPERA DAY IN THE BAY to Present Free Concert with 13 Bay Area Companies

by A.A. Cristi — September 10, 2026

OPERA DAY IN THE BAY will unite 13 Bay Area opera organizations for a free outdoor concert at Transamerica Pyramid Center Redwood Park, featuring repertoire spanning Baroque to contemporary works and four new compositions.

GREY GARDENS And More Set for Island City Stage 15th Anniversary Season

by A.A. Cristi — May 18, 2026

Island City Stage announced its 2026-27 season, marking its 15th anniversary with productions including WHO KILLED JOAN CRAWFORD?, GREY GARDENS, a world premiere political satire, and a classic play.

FLYING OVER SUNSET Is Now Available for Licensing

by Nicole Rosky — April 30, 2026

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has announced the licensing availability of the Outer Critics Circle and Tony Award-nominated musical Flying Over Sunset.

GREY GARDENS Musical Will Return to Melbourne in July

by Stephi Wild — April 23, 2026

Clovelly Fox and fortyfivedownstairs will present the Tony Award-winning musical GREY GARDENS in Melbourne, starring Helen Dallimore and Deidre Rubenstein as Big and Little Edie Bouvier Beale, directed by Tyran Parke.

How are the Tony Nominations Decided?

by Sidney Paterra — April 26, 2026

For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre.

Santino Fontana, Talia Suskauer, and More Will Appear at the 2026 Kleban Prize For Musical Theatre Ceremony

by Stephi Wild — January 29, 2026

The Kleban Foundation will present the 36th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre on Monday, February 2 at 4PM in a private ceremony (by invitation only) hosted by ASCAP and BMI at ASCAP.

Verdi Chorus Will Present Master Class with Baritone Malcolm MacKenzie

by Stephi Wild — January 16, 2026

The Verdi Chorus will continue its 42nd season with a special Master Class led by critically praised dramatic baritone Malcolm MacKenzie with six of the Verdi Chorus' Fox Singers at the First Presbyterian Church.

Eric Price and Phillip Christian Smith Receive 2026 Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre

by Stephi Wild — January 13, 2026

The Kleban Foundation has announced the recipients of the 36th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre.

Full Cast Set for Joriah Kwamé's LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 3, 2025

Olney Theatre Center will present the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect, a new musical, on the Roberts Mainstage.

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the Dramatists Guild Foundation Gala

by Jennifer Broski — October 21, 2025

The Dramatists Guild Foundation hosted its annual Gala at Ziegfeld Ballroom.

Paulo Szot, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole and More to Join DGF Gala

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 10, 2025

Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed the line-up for the organization’s annual Gala, including Paulo Szot, Carolee Carmello and more.

Dramatists Guild Foundation Reveals Aurin Squire as 2025 Thom Thomas Award Winner

by Stephi Wild — October 9, 2025

The Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) has announced award-winning playwright, journalist, and multimedia artist Aurin Squire as the recipient of the 2025 Thom Thomas Award.

Dramatists Guild Foundation Names Madeline Myers as 2025 Stephen Schwartz Award Recipient

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 7, 2025

Dramatists Guild Foundation has named musical theater composer and lyricist Madeline Myers as the 2025 recipient of the Stephen Schwartz Award.

Dramatists Guild Foundation to Present Work of 2024-2025 Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 6, 2025

The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2024-2025 Class of Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows.

Interview: Theatre Life with Robert Sella

by Elliot Lanes — August 20, 2025

Today's subject Robert Sella is currently living his theatre life onstage at Round House Theatre as he prepares to begin performances of Matthew López's epic play The Inheritance.

Amber Ruffin to Host 2025 Dramatists Guild Foundation Gala

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 19, 2025

Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed that Amber Ruffin, Tony, Emmy and Writers Guild nominated writer, comedian and New York Times best-selling author, will return as host of the organization’s annual Gala.

American Lyric Theater Will Host Special 20th Anniversary Gala Performance Honoring Susan Feder

by Stephi Wild — August 19, 2025

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, American Lyric Theater is proud to announce Celebrating 20 Years of American Lyric Theater, a gala performance on October 23, 2025.