Neil Simon News

South Coast Repertory announced its 2024-25 season opener, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 on the Segerstrom Stage. Directed by Jenn Thompson, this marks the show's SCR debut.

The White Theatre presents a world premiere production of “Tree of Life,” a new two-act play, by Kansas City career writer and playwright Victor Wishna.  “Tree of Life” documents the journey of a sacred “Torah” that has rested in the arc of a small-town Iowa synagogue over more than a century.

This time, the reader question was: I know sometimes writers perform in their own shows… but how often do writers play in the orchestra for their own musicals on Broadway?

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the distribution of over 16,500 free tickets to the local West London community, aiming to make theatre more accessible and inclusive for residents.

 Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, the comedy “The Outsider” by Paul Slade Smith.  Previews begin October 8, 2024 and the production opens Friday, October 11. “The Outsider” runs through Sunday, November 3, 2024. 

The Theatre Group at SBCC will present Neil Simon's LOST IN YONKERS, set to open this fall. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Studio Theatre of Long Island announced a production of Neil Simon's play, THE SUNSHINE BOYS. This classic comedy, originally featuring Jack Albertson and Sam Levene, will be performed at Manes Studio Theatre.

San Jose Stage Company will launch its highly anticipated 42nd Season, 'Exploration, Revelation, and Transformation.”

Two River Theater will present two concerts starring Broadway icon Bernadette Peters. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Neil Simon's RUMORS opens the fall theatre season at The Naples Players, running from September 15 to October 7, 2024. The comedy promises an entertaining start to the season.

Lake Worth Playhouse will hold auditions for BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS. Learn how to audition!

The Cumberland Theatre will continue their 36th Season with two plays to be performed on alternate evening during weekends in September. Learn more about both plays here!

Anthony Roth Costanzo is the first opera singer in a generation to make consistent headlines - not just for his marvelous singing!   ARC was recently named General Manager and Artistic Director of Opera Philadelphia -- where only yesterday his new 'Pay what you can,' ticket program broke all boxoffice records!   The effort is designed to attract a generation of new operagoers.     

Tickets are now available for THE SUNSHINE BOYS, a classic comedy by Neil Simon at Beck Center for the Arts.

Leapin' Lizards! The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center has announced that an all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre from January 7-12, 2025.

Broadway Bound is touching and humorous, and the right cast and director can create a beautiful tapestry that will have audiences laughing one moment and bringing them to silent reflection the next. Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg has just the right cast, crew, and director to bring this play to life.

Watch in this video as we catch up with 2024 Emmy nominee Matthew Broderick, who looks back on his incredible career on stage and screen. He shares stories about how he first met Mel Brooks, why he loves performing the work of Neil Simon, what its like working with Nathan Lane, and so much more.

Centenary Stage Company’s Young Performer’s Workshop will return this fall from September 14 through December 22. Learn how to apply.

The Royal Players revealed their 2024-25 season at the historic Royal Theatre. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Tony Award-winners Mercedes Ruehl and Christine Ebersole will both appear in the second season of Fox's Accursed, playing Connie and Deb, respectively. They will appear alongside Debra Winger and Matthew James Thomas (who will play a new role) in the 'Margot's Story' episode.