Michael McKeever News

Penguin Rep Theatre announced that casting is complete for Miracle on South Division Street, which officially kicks off the company's 48th season in Stony Point, New York.

Open Space Arts announced that it will extend its Chicago premiere of MR. PARKER, by two weeks, based on its strong sales. Learn more about the show and how to catch it here!

Open Space Arts in Uptown is quickly establishing itself as the go-to “storefront” theater for plays and films that consider the many nuances of queer experiences, and their latest offering—MR. PARKER—is no exception. Elevated by the sophisticated performance of its leading actor, MR. PARKER presents a compelling portrait of grief and middle-age too often missing from gay narratives these days.

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “How the World Began,” a drama probing the conflict between divine creation and evolution, and its effect on a small town. Learn how to attend.

Open Space Arts will stage the Chicago premiere of MR. PARKER, a drama by Michael McKeever. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

The Carbonell Awards have announced the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. Check out the full list of winners here!

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the top six finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. A total of 89 professional productions at 29 theatres were evaluated by a diverse group of more than 40 judges representing all three participating counties (Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach).

Zoetic Stage's haunting production of THE PILLOWMAN will premiere at the Arsht Center from October 24 to November 10, 2024, as part of the Theater Up Close series, just in time for Halloween.

Penguin Rep Theatre has announced the world premiere of THE STEEL MAN, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato, starting September 6 in Stony Point, New York.

The Finstrom Follies will be presented at Island City Stage in Wilton Manors on Monday, September 23rd at 7PM. The event will include musical numbers and a video presentation, along with a raffle. The evening will culminate with the announcement of this year's Silver Palm Award honorees.

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the recipients of five prestigious Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 11, at 7:30 pm.

The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Penguin Rep Theatre will present CENTENNIAL CASTING, a comedy by Gino DiIorio and Nancy Bleemer this summer. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Penguin Rep Theatre will present CENTENNIAL CASTING, a comedy by Gino DiIorio and Nancy Bleemer, beginning Friday, June 14, in Stony Point, New York.

Playwright Nilo Cruz has been honored with the 2024 George Abbott Award by the Carbonell Awards, recognizing his significant contributions to theater.

Island City Stage is presenting Skintight by Joshua Harmon, running May 30 through June 23.

The 47th annual awards ceremony will be held in November 2024. Learn more about the awards ceremony and see how to attend!

Death tends to affect those who remain differently. Some take time to grieve, then march boldly forward, while others live in purgatory, their grief so overwhelming they only function within the pain of their loss. Mr. Parker by Michael McKeever is very much about just that - as was Daniel’s Husband, but while Daniel’s Husband left us with tears and broken hearts, Mr. Parker gives us hope for life after loss, as well as a lot of laughs which is a great analgesic when exploring deep emotions.

Penguin Rep Theatre will present the world premiere of The Sabbath Girl, a new musical with book by Cary Gitter, lyrics by Neil Berg and Mr. Gitter, and music by Mr. Berg, beginning Friday, May 3, in Stony Point, New York.