Patrick Murphy News

Brijean's Debut EP WALKIE TALKIE Streaming On Gorilla Vs. Bear

by Tori Hartshorn — June 25, 2019

This Friday, just in time for summer, Brijean - the sunny disco-pop project of acclaimed percussionist Brijean Murphy (Toro y Moi, U.

Queensland Music Festival Announces 20th Anniversary Program

by Stephi Wild — May 21, 2019

Queensland Music Festival today launches a transformative state-wide program unfolding an unforgettable musical journey through the cities, regions and remote corners of Queensland and celebrates twenty years of bringing the gift of music to all corners of the state.

Pasadena Playhouse Completes Cast of John C. Reilly Led GATHER

by Julie Musbach — May 9, 2019

Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, is pleased to announce that casting is complete for Gather: Surprising Stories & Other Mischief.

BRIJEAN (Toro y Moi, U.S. Girls) Announces Debut EP WALKIE TALKIE, Premieres SHOW AND TELL Video

by Tori Hartshorn — May 6, 2019

Oakland percussionist Brijean Murphy has made a name for herself as the effortlessly cool conga player in live bands with Toro y Moi, U.

John C. Reilly And Betsy Brandt To Take The Stage At Pasadena Playhouse

by A.A. Cristi — April 25, 2019

Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, announces the latest news on its spring and summer programming.

Kristine Haruna Lee's SUICIDE FOREST Extends

by Stephi Wild — February 25, 2019

The Bushwick Starr collaborates with Ma-Yi Theater Company in presenting the world premiere of Suicide Forest by award-winning playwright and performer Kristine Haruna Lee (Memory Retrograde at The Public Theater with Under the Radar and Ars Nova, War Lesbian at Dixon Place), directed by Aya Ogawa (

Kristine Haruna Lee's SUICIDE FOREST Comes to The Bushwick Starr

by Stephi Wild — February 11, 2019

The Bushwick Starr is thrilled to collaborate with Ma-Yi Theater Company in presenting the world premiere of Suicide Forest by award-winning playwright and performer Kristine Haruna Lee (Memory Retrograde at The Public Theater with Under the Radar and Ars Nova, War Lesbian at Dixon Place), directed

Review Roundup: What Did Critics THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY at Hartford Stage?

by Alan Henry — February 1, 2019

THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY had it's world premiere on January 10th and is running through February 3rd, 2019 at Hartford Stage in Connecticut!

Berkeley Rep Extends PARADISE SQUARE Again!

by A.A. Cristi — January 31, 2019

Following an overwhelmingly positive response from audiences and critics alike, Berkeley Rep has announced that the world premiere of Paradise Square: A New Musical will extend for an additional week.

Tickets Now On Sale For Kristine Haruna Lee's SUICIDE FOREST

by Stephi Wild — January 28, 2019

The Bushwick Starr will collaborate with Ma-Yi Theater Company in presenting the world premiere of Suicide Forest by award-winning playwright and performer Kristine Haruna Lee (Memory Retrograde at The Public Theater with Under the Radar and Ars Nova, War Lesbian at Dixon Place), directed by Aya Oga

BWW Review: THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY at Hartford Stage

by Joseph Harrison — January 26, 2019

When a couple decides to wed, it is typically a joyous occasion.

The Bushwick Starr Presents Kristine Haruna Lee's SUICIDE FOREST

by Stephi Wild — January 14, 2019

The Bushwick Starr is thrilled to collaborate with Ma-Yi Theater Company in presenting the world premiere of Suicide Forest by award-winning playwright and performer Kristine Haruna Lee (Memory Retrograde at The Public Theater with Under the Radar and Ars Nova, War Lesbian at Dixon Place), directed

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At THE ENGAGEMENT at Hartford Stage

by Alan Henry — January 11, 2019

Hartford Stage Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts will present Samuel Baum's The Engagement Party, directed by Tresnjak.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY At Hartford Stage

by Alan Henry — January 10, 2019

Hartford Stage Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts will present Samuel Baum's The Engagement Party, directed by Tresnjak.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At THE ENGAGEMENT at Hartford Stage

by Alan Henry — January 9, 2019

Hartford Stage Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts will present Samuel Baum's The Engagement Party, directed by Tresnjak.

PARADISE SQUARE Extends At Berkeley Rep

by A.A. Cristi — January 8, 2019

Due to an overwhelming demand and two weeks of sold-out previews, Berkeley Rep has announced that the world premiere of Paradise Square: A New Musical will extend for an additional week.

VIDEO: The Cast Talks THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY At Hartford Stage

by Alan Henry — January 7, 2019

Hartford Stage Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts will present Samuel Baum's The Engagement Party, directed by Tresnjak.

Casting Complete For THE ENGAGEMENT PARTY At Hartford Stage

by A.A. Cristi — December 13, 2018

Hartford Stage Artistic Director Darko Tresnjak and Managing Director Michael Stotts announced today the cast and creative team for Samuel Baum's The Engagement Party, directed by Tresnjak.

Austin Pendleton WARS OF THE ROSES Begins Tonight

by Julie Musbach — December 3, 2018

Theater for the New City will present Tony nominated theatre luminary Austin Pendleton's adaptation of Richard III, Shakespeare's greatest villain, WARS OF THE ROSES: HENRY VI & RICHARD III beginning tonight (Monday, December 3rd) for three nights only, including December 4th and 5th.

Moisés Kaufman to Direct Berkeley Rep's PARADISE SQUARE: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL, A.J. Shively, Kennedy Caughell, and More Star

by Julie Musbach — November 7, 2018

Berkeley Repertory Theatre today announced the full cast and creative team for Paradise Square: An American Musical.