Public Theater Productions News

James Ijames' Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM Will Open on Broadway in 2023

by Nicole Rosky — December 5, 2022

The 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames will make its Broadway premiere in 2023.

Complete Cast & Creative Announced for World Premiere of GODDESS, Starring Amber Iman & More at Berkeley Rep

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 21, 2022

Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere musical, Goddess.

A STRANGE LOOP, COMPANY, TAKE ME OUT & More Win 2022 Drama League Awards

by Team BWW — May 20, 2022

Find out this year's nominees and winners for Drama League Awards.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Announces Live Capture

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 16, 2022

The Tony Nominated Broadway musical Girl From The North Country announced that the production was professionally captured prior to its re-opening on April 29th for future use.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Extends Broadway Run

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 13, 2022

Last night, Girl From The North Country hosted a special performance and gala to celebrate their third time opening on Broadway, as well as their seven Tony Award nominations, including “Best New Musical.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Embark on North American Tour in 2023

by Stephi Wild — May 10, 2022

Today, it was announced that the North American Tour of the acclaimed Girl From The North Country, nominated for 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will have its technical rehearsals and tour premiere at Hennepin Theatre Trust's historic Orpheum Theatre in the Fall of 2023.

Previews for The Public Theater and NBT's FAT HAM to Begin Next Week

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 5, 2022

The Public Theater and National Black Theatre will begin previews on Thursday, May 12 for the upcoming New York Premiere of FAT HAM, written by James Ijames and directed by Public Theater Associate Artistic Director and Resident Director Saheem Ali.

2022 Drama League Awards Nominations Announced- Full List!

by Nicole Rosky — April 25, 2022

The Drama League today announced the 2022 Drama League Awards Nominees and we've got all the nominations for for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direct

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 3/25/2022

by — March 25, 2022

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/24/2022 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Complete Casting Announced for New York Premiere of FAT HAM

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 23, 2022

The Public Theater and National Black Theatre announced complete casting today for the upcoming New York Premiere of FAT HAM written by James Ijames and directed by Public Theater Associate Artistic Director and Resident Director Saheem Ali.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Close January 23rd With Plans To Re-Open

by BWW Staff — January 12, 2022

Today, it was announced that the acclaimed Broadway musical Girl from the North Country will play its final performance at The Belasco Theatre on January 23, 2022, following 31 previews and 117 regular performances.

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Spreads Holiday Cheer With 'Winter Wonderland' Performance

by Stephi Wild — December 20, 2021

The Broadway cast of Girl From The North Country recently celebrated their 2022 Grammy nomination for Best Musical Theater Album and the holiday season with 1067LiteFM's Christine Nagy.

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Celebrates its Grammy Nomination

by Stephi Wild — November 24, 2021

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Girl From the North Country was among the nominees for the 2022 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album.

VIDEO: THE GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast on the Importance of Thanksgiving

by Stephi Wild — November 22, 2021

The Girl From the North Country has released a new video featuring members of the cast discussing the importance of Thanksgiving.

VIDEO: Watch the Cast of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA

by Michael Major — October 15, 2021

The cast of Girl From The North Country appeared on Good Morning America this morning to perform a medley of Bob Dylan classics, including 'Hurricane', 'License to Kill', and 'Slow Train'.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Announces Full Cast For Broadway Return

by Stephi Wild — September 29, 2021

Colin Bates will be joining the cast in the role of Gene Laine.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Original Broadway Cast Recording Is Now Available To Purchase and Stream

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 27, 2021

The eagerly-awaited Girl From The North Country - Original Broadway Cast Recording, is now available for purchase and stream.

Photos: Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park Returns with MERRY WIVES

by Nicole Rosky — August 9, 2021

Shakespeare in the Park is back and we've got photos from them official re-opening night! On Friday night, MERRY WIVES celebrated its opening at the Delacorte Theater, where it will run through Saturday, September 18.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Original Cast Album to be Released in August

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 24, 2021

Girl From The North Country's Original Broadway Cast Recording is on the way! The album will be available in Digital and CD formats on Friday, August 20.

Breaking: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Return to Broadway on October 13; New Music Video Released!

by Stephi Wild — May 24, 2021

Today, on Bob Dylan's birthday, it was announced that Girl From The North Country will resume performances on Broadway on Wednesday, October 13, 2021.