Robert Lyons News

La MaMa's world premiere of CLASS DISMISSED opens tonight! CLASS DISMISSED is written by Robert Lyons and directed by Daniel Irizarry, with original compositions by Rhys Tivey. Learn more.

La MaMa's world premiere of Soho Think Tank and One-Eighth Theater's CLASS DISMISSED, written by Robert Lyons and directed by Daniel Irizarry, with original compositions by Rhys Tivey, begins previews tonight Learn more!

La MaMa will present the world premiere of Soho Think Tank and One-Eighth Theater's CLASS DISMISSED, written by Robert Lyons and directed by Daniel Irizarry, with original compositions by Rhys Tivey.

AMT Theater has announced that it will open a new musical, 'Upside Down' for a limited production in March of 2025. The show will feature music and lyrics by Al Tapper and a book by Tony Sportiello and will premiere Friday, March 7th at AMT's Off Broadway theater, located at 354 West 45th Street. Taavon Gamble will direct and David Wolfson will be the Music Director.

AMT Theater has announced that it will open a new musical, 'Upside Down' for a limited production in March of 2025. 

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced its 2024-25 season, which will feature dozens of new works from around the world, including new works by Richard Foreman, Belarus Free Theatre, and more.

Explore the new chapter for a downtown theater legend in Hudson Valley, featuring insights into the vibrant local arts scene and upcoming projects.

HERE will honor Founding Artistic Director Kristin Marting at HERE’s 30th Anniversary Gala on June 3, 2024.

Join Theater Resources Unlimited for their weekly Community Gathering via Zoom to discuss the creation of art and theater during COVID-19. Network with theater professionals and learn how the industry is moving forward during the shutdown. Free for TRU members, non-members can make an optional donation or consider joining TRU. Register now!

BalletCollective's 2023 season explores the role of chance in life and art. Two world premieres inspired by a tabletop game and pigmentless flowers. Founded by Troy Schumacher, BalletCollective partners with artists to create forward-thinking ballet works.

The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center will present its 2023 FRANKIE Awards on October 14 at The Tank, honoring leaders in theater and performance in New York City.

Join Theater Resources Unlimited for their weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom every Friday at 5pm ET. Explore the creation of art and theater during COVID-19 and connect with theater professionals.

Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) for a community gathering via Zoom to discuss alternate roads to production. Hear from industry professionals and share your thoughts on the future of theater post-COVID. Register now!

Discover the latest news in the world of theater! From Theater Resources Unlimited's weekly Community Gatherings to a spotlight on the multifaceted artist Jennifer Manocherian, and an exploration of the legacy of TheaterWorksUSA, this article covers it all.

Out of the Box Theatrics has announced that it has been selected to operate 154, the venue formerly known as The New Ohio Theatre (154 Christopher Street), with programming starting immediately and continuing through the end of 2024. 

Out of the Box Theatrics  has been selected to operate 154, the venue formerly known as The New Ohio Theatre. Learn more about the company and its upcoming programming here!

Get ready for the last ever production at New Ohio Theatre! Don't miss this captivating play exploring an Academia of the Mind, featuring two students free-associating an anti-capitalist manifesto, a Professor slipping into dementia, and love poems from the visiting Poet.

The Obie Award-winning New Ohio Theatre's last ever Ice Factory Festival opens June 28 and features Artistic Director Robert Lyons' ULTRA LEFT VIOLENCE as the final show.

The Obie Award-winning New Ohio Theatre has announced that it will conclude its acclaimed 30-year run with the last ever Ice Factory Festival, featuring Artistic Director Robert Lyons' ULTRA LEFT VIOLENCE as the final show.

Untitled Theater Company No. 61 proudly presents the world premiere of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS, a darkly humorous retelling of The Merchant of Venice, written and directed by Edward Einhorn, running June 1 - 17, 2023 in a limited engagement at New Ohio Theatre.