Stages 2004 News

This Saturday, October 1, 2016 between 1-2pm, celebrated Obie Award-Winning playwright, Daniel MacIvor, who will be at The Drama Book Shop to meet and greet fans and sign copies of his plays.

Urban Stages will kick off its 33rd season with the American Premiere of the award-winning drama Communion by celebrated Obie Award- winning, Canadian playwright Daniel MacIvor, who will direct the production.

Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director of Urban Stages, today announced the 2014-'15 season which will launch with the American Premiere of the award-winning drama Shatter by prolific Canadian playwright Trina Davies.

Urban Stages Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director and producer Peter Napolitano, announced the final week of the World Premiere engagement of Character Man. Jim Brochu's new musical memoir at Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th Street). This limited run will continue through April 6th only. Robert Bartley directs, with musical direction by Carl Haan. The Final Post-Show Talk will take place on Wednesday, April 2nd with Special Guest Karen Mason (Mamma Mia, Sunset Boulevard, Hairspray), moderated by Peter Filichia.

Urban Stages Founding Artistic Director Frances Hill and producer Peter Napolitano present the World Premiere of Character Man as part of its 30th Anniversary season. Jim Brochu's new musical memoir begins an Off-Broadway run at Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th Street) tonight, February 28th, with opening night set for Wednesday March 5th. This limited run will continue through March 30th only. Robert Bartley directs, with musical direction by Carl Haan. Character Man will have scenic & video design by Patrick Brennan, lighting design by Meghan Santelli and sound design by Sean Hagerty.

Urban Stages Founding Artistic Director Frances Hill and producer Peter Napolitano present the World Premiere of Character Man as part of its 30th Anniversary season. Jim Brochu's new musical memoir begins an Off-Broadway run at Urban Stages Theatre (259 West 30th Street) February 28th, with opening night set for Wednesday March 5th. This limited run will continue through March 30th only. Robert Bartley directs, with musical direction by Carl Haan. Character Man will have scenic & video design by Patrick Brennan, lighting design by Meghan Santelli and sound design by Sean Hagerty.

Urban Stages' and Board of Trustees (Board President, Mary Churchill), Celebrating 25 Years, will honor the founder and artistic director of Urban Stages, Frances Hill with a benefit luncheon on Tuesday, February 10 at the Yale Club (50 Vanderbilt Avenue). Ms. Hill is being honored by the board as well as with a Mayoral Proclamation because of her inspiring leadership in the arts and her unwavering commitment to the understanding of diverse cultures. The event co-chairs are Marjorie Federbush and Ted Terry. Tickets are tax-deductible and range from $125 - $1500 (table) and can be purchased by calling 212 421 1380.

Urban Stages' and Board of Trustees (Board President, Mary Churchill), Celebrating 25 Years, will honor the founder and artistic director of Urban Stages, Frances Hill with a benefit luncheon on Tuesday, February 10 at the Yale Club (50 Vanderbilt Avenue). Ms. Hill is being honored by the board as well as with a Mayoral Proclamation because of her inspiring leadership in the arts and her unwavering commitment to the understanding of diverse cultures. The event co-chairs are Marjorie Federbush and Ted Terry. Tickets are tax-deductible and range from $125 - $1500 (table) and can be purchased by calling 212 421 1380.